UN General Assembly
2020

We are learning how to live with the pandemic and its consequences. Response to this crisis should not lead to increased mistrust and isolationism in the international community. On the contrary, it should forge our readiness to work together, in true spirit of solidarity and mutual support. To win the battle against the pandemic requires responsible and inclusive governance, close cooperation and pooling of our resources in order to strengthen our stressed health systems, save lives, jobs and livelihoods. Synergies at regional, international, and global levels are essential to cope with the medical and socio-economic effects of the crisis. This is an important lesson and we need to raise our awareness and preparedness in the coming months until a successful, effective vaccine is developed. The vaccine must be available to as many as possible and we should spare no effort to make it so. Croatia welcomes the General Assembly resolution on a ‘Comprehensive and coordinated response to the COVID-19 pandemic’, adopted in this Assembly with an overwhelming support.