European Union President António Costa's Address at UNGA 80th Session

EU's Stance on International Order

• 🇪🇺 The European Union is a steadfast defender of a rules-based international order, multilateralism, and the United Nations Charter.
• 💡 The alternative is a chaotic world based on unilateralism and violence, as evidenced by conflicts in Sudan, Gaza, and Ukraine.

Addressing the Conflict in Gaza

• ⚠️ The EU condemns terrorism, including the horrific attacks by Hamas, and stands with Israel's right to security.
• 💔 The situation in Gaza is a humanitarian catastrophe, with the use of starvation as a weapon of war being immoral.
• 🕊️ A negotiated two-state solution is the only path to peace, security, and dignity for both Palestinian and Israeli peoples.
• 🤝 The EU is the largest provider of humanitarian aid to Palestinians and a supporter of the Palestinian Authority, but cannot solve the crisis alone.

Support for Ukraine and Global Security

• 🇺🇦 The EU condemns Russia's invasion of Ukraine as a violation of the UN Charter and a threat to all nations.
• 🛡️ Collective security is tied to Ukraine's resilience, and the EU stands firm in supporting Ukraine's fight for peace, reconstruction, and EU membership.
• 🗣️ The EU calls for meaningful negotiations, an immediate ceasefire, and a just and lasting peace.

Human Rights, Digital Technologies, and AI

• ⚖️ Human rights, social protection, and decent jobs are foundations for global peace and stability.
• 🚫 The EU defends freedom, democracy, and human rights against threats from disinformation and the abuse of digital technologies.
• 🤖 The EU advocates for a human-centered approach to artificial intelligence and calls for global regulatory frameworks based on dignity, democracy, and the rule of law.

Climate Action and Sustainable Development

• 🔥 Climate change is a scientifically proven fact, and investing in decarbonization is key for energy sovereignty and economic competitiveness.
• 🌍 The EU is committed to the Paris Agreement goals, aiming for a 55% emission reduction by 2030 and climate neutrality by 2050.
• 🤝 Through its Global Gateway program, the EU mobilizes 300 billion euros for sustainable investments worldwide to achieve Sustainable Development Goals.
• 💰 The EU is a major donor to international organizations and advocates for reforming the international financial architecture to be fairer and more inclusive.

EU as a Global Partner

• 🌐 The EU is building stronger trade and industrial partnerships globally, focusing on fairness, sustainability, and digital innovation.
• 🌍 In a multipolar world, the EU works with all partners in the spirit of global solidarity and meaningful partnership.
• ✅ The EU is a reliable and predictable partner, supporting UN reforms and working towards a more inclusive and effective United Nations.
• 🕊️ The EU is committed to peace, multilateralism, justice, human dignity, and sustainability, urging a clear choice for peace over war and law over force.