Iran Press/ America: In a statement addressing the Security Council High-Level Ministerial Meeting on "Multilateral cooperation in the interest of a more just, democratic and sustainable world order", Bagheri Kani emphasized Iran's commitment to effective multilateralism.
"The Islamic Republic of Iran reaffirms its commitment to effective multilateralism, grounded in international law and the principles of the United Nations Charter," Bagheri Kani said on Tuesday.
The Acting Foreign Minister highlighted the importance of the United Nations' founding principles, such as the sovereign equality of states, the prohibition of the use of threats or force, and the peaceful settlement of disputes. He stressed that unilateralism is "antagonistic both to peace and to justice."
Bagheri Kani criticized the abuse of the UN Security Council by certain permanent members for their "self-centered political or strategic agendas,", particularly in the case of the United States' support for the Israeli regime's "persistent genocide of Palestinians and its frequent aggressions against nations of the region."
The Acting Minister also condemned the "unjust resolutions imposed against Iran during 2006-2010, based on unfounded claims by the United States about Iran's nuclear program," which he said were in clear violation of Iran's rights under the NPT.
Bagheri Kani praised Iran's constructive contribution to the conclusion of the JCPOA, the nuclear deal, as an example of Iran's commitment to multilateralism. However, he criticized the "unilateral and unlawful withdrawal" of the United States from the agreement, which he said "exemplified unilateralism in the international arena, causing harm to all parties involved."
Regarding Iran's foreign policy under the newly elected President, Bagheri Kani emphasized the importance of strengthening partnerships and cooperation for collective security and sustainable development in the region, as well as maintaining constructive relationships with other states based on dialogue, cooperation, equality, and mutual respect.
"Multilateralism is key in this regard. We believe this is the only way to establish a safe, just, and inclusive environment where all nations can enjoy sustainable peace and thrive," Bagheri Kani concluded.
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