In that connection, I wish to make three points.įirst, conflict prevention and resolution must be the primary and ultimate means of protection.
The international community must swing into action and shore up defenses to shield them from harm, so that every child can, at a minimum, grow up healthily in an environment of peace and calm. There is little doubt that in the real world, more children are paying dearly for the conflicts. The 2022 report of the Secretary-General alone documents nearly 24,000 verified grave violations against children. In armed conflicts, children are the most innocent group and the most vulnerable victims.
I thank Special Representative Virginia Gamba and Special Representative Najat Maalla M’jid for their briefings. I thank you for chairing today’s meeting.
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