Thank you. Madam Vice Chair. At the outset, before I begin my statement, please allow me to express a heartfelt congratulations to you upon your appointment. It's a real point of pride for us to see you leading this meeting and you benefit from our full support in your endeavours on this agenda item. The Republic of El Salvador expresses its absolute condemnation of terrorism in all of its forms and manifestations, given that it is a direct threat to international peace and security. All terrorist acts, regardless of the motivation for them, are unjustifiable wherever they happen, whenever they happen, and regardless of who is committing them. That's why we reiterate the need to strengthen international cooperation as well as mutual legal assistance in order to prevent, investigate, try and punish acts of terrorism as well as any illicit conduct linked to the commission of these acts, in particular when it comes to the fight against the financing of terrorism, and all of this in line with the domestic legislation of Member States and applicable international law. In this regard, we recognize that the ultimate responsibility lies with Member States and with their domestic institutions when it comes to the prevention of terrorism and counterterrorism. Given the above, our country has made important steps forward to strengthen its institutional capacities and to bolster our domestic legal framework in order to promote the implementation of good practices for counterterrorism. Among the measures adopted, we can highlight first of all the adoption of the Special Law against Acts of Terrorism and its resulting reforms. The most recent ones were adopted by a legislative decree on 9 January 2024 and they are based on resolutions stemming from the UN Security Council, in particular resolutions 1267 and 1373 that call upon Member States to adopt specific measures to combat terrorism and its financing. What's more, in 2023 an important update was made to the instructions for the prevention, detection and control of money laundering and laundering of assets, the financing of terrorism and financing of weapons of mass destruction by the Financial Investigation Unit of the Attorney General's Office of the Republic that enabled us to bolster regulation against relatively new sectors and established measures, due diligence measures that the targets of this legislation must adopt vis a vis their clients that has enabled us to better control activities that involve the use of electronic money and cash. Madam Vice Chair, my country, based on international commitments made and thanks to cooperation with international bodies such as the Gafilat Action Group, has created an inter Institutional Committee for the prevention of money laundering, the financing of terrorism and the financing of of the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction that works as an advisory body and coordination body in our country for the design and proposition of policies and activities focused on prevention, detection, control and combating of said conduct that affects us. The importance of prevention is something that my country has taken very seriously and through the Financial Investigation Unit, a training program was developed focusing on the prevention, control and detection of money laundering, the financing of terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction that has resulted in the training of 6,775 individuals over 2024 and the first six months of 2025 covering different actors in our society such as the financial system and designated non financial professional activities. Madam Vice Chair, it's also important to look at the new modalities that criminal and terrorist groups use to operate and the resulting use of ICTs in response to this, on 14 November 2024. The El Salvador Legislative assembly adopted the Salvador Cybersecurity and Information Law that entered into Force on 29 November that same year. Said act is a legal tool created to protect digital infrastructure and systems of the public administration of the government, as well as to strengthen national security and to foster international cooperation in the fight against cyber threats. In this framework, the State of El Salvador has adopted a robust legal and operational operative rather frameworks to combat terrorism, money laundering, cybercrime and the financing of terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. These measures seek to safeguard national security and our economic stability and are fully in line with international standards. As has been a tradition of this delegation when it comes to dealing with this agenda item, El Salvador reiterates its commitment to the implementation of resolutions, legal instruments and international measures adopted to prevent and to eradicate terrorism in all of its forms and manifestations. Our country will continue with its strengthening of our legal, institutional and operational capacities in order to contribute from our national position and based on our national priorities to the global fight against terrorism and its link to transnational organized crime. Thank you very much. I thank the distinguished delegate of El Salvador for her statement and I now give the floor to the distinguished delegate of Cote d'. Ivoire. Sir, you have the floor. Merci, Madame la Presidente. Thank you, Madam Chair. Madam Chair, on behalf of my delegation, I would like to congratulate you on the wonderful conduct of the work of the sixth committee at this 80th session of the General Assembly. I thank the Secretary General for his report from 15 July 2025 on the practices of Member States in the process of combating terrorism. Cote d' Ivoire aligns itself with the statements of the African Group, the Non Aligned Movement and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and would like to make the following observations in our national capacity. Madam Chair, Terrorism remains one of the most worrying, most lethal scourges on the African continent. The West Africa region alone accounts for more than half of the lost human lives linked to this phenomenon, with many and disastrous consequences. Cote d' Ivoire is particularly exposed to this due to its porous borders, which cause sporadic incursions of terrorists and mass uncontrolled population movements. For that reason, my country has taken several measures to protect its population from the devastating effect of this scourge. Madam Chair, as a country that is party to international and regional UN conventions, as well as conventions of the African Union and ecowas, Cote d' Ivoire has adopted a National Law on Counter Terror Terrorism as well as a special investigation, prosecution and counterterrorism cell since 2016, and also a cross border and international cooperation mechanism. Thus, it participates as well in UN peacekeeping operations and programs to combat the displacement caused by terrorists. With the opening in 2021 of the International Counterterrorism Academy in Abidjan, the strengthening of national security, security provisions and border monitoring, my government, with all of these things, has made prevention a mark of honour with the aim of cutting off the sources that feed terrorism. And in this regard, socioeconomic integration programs for young people, particularly in the most vulnerable regions, have been set up to reduce poverty, promote social cohesion and limit recruitment by terrorist groups. Other prevention mechanisms initiated by my government concern the fight against the financing of terrorism with the adoption of texts related to freezing the efforts of physical persons and legal entities suspected of having links with terrorist groups, as well as heightened control over financial flows by banks and financial institutions, and cooperation with the ECOWAS Task Force against Money Laundering. Madam Chair, because of its geographical proximity to some Sahel countries, Cote d', Ivoire, in a spirit of regional solidarity, has hosted more than 80,000 refugees fleeing terrorist violence between 2023 and 2025. In this regard, my country is involved in many initiatives, such as the Gulf of Guinea Joint Response Bridge Plan in partnership with the wfp, unicef, UNHCR and the iom, as well as the ACRA Initiative to Prevent Terrorist Acts. What's more, my government remains favorable to a draft General Convention on Counterterrorism under the auspices of the United Nations. Madam Chair, my delegation once again would like to call for greater solidarity and engagement by the international community for the financing of peace operations initiated by African states and to build confidence and cooperation among counterterrorism actors. Cote d' Ivoire lastly calls for support for the accelerated implementation of the 2030 Agenda for the SDGs and the 2063 Agenda to improve the living conditions of populations, to stem the environmental crisis and and to strengthen the empowerment of young people and women, because poverty and despair are the paths that lead to all of these ills. Thank you. I thank His Excellency, the distinguished Permanent Representative of Cote d' Ivoire for his statement. And I now give the floor to the distinguished delegate of Congo. Sir, you have the floor. Madame la Presidente, Madam Vice Chair, my delegation and myself congratulate you for the quality of your leadership, and we reassure you of our full support in your new role. The Republic of Congo aligns itself with a statement made by the Republic of Cameroon on behalf of the African group, as well as with the statement made by the Islamic Republic of Iran on behalf of the Non Aligned Movement. The following comments are in our national capacity. Madam Vice Chair, as we are all seeing, terrorism continues to constitute a major threat to international peace and security. We in this regard welcome the Secretary General's report AAT177. Terrorism is still being aggravated by an international context marked by profound fragmentation, economic vulnerabilities and an entrenching of social inequalities. Groups such as Daesh, Al Qaeda and their affiliates remain the most significant threat in particular on the African continent where they are spreading in West Africa as well as in Central and Southern Africa. We must therefore continue our efforts in order to respond to this scourge in a context where only joint and concerted solutions are able to stamp out this scourge that tends to spread uncontrollably. Please allow me to mention some of the things at stake. The first issue is awareness raising when it comes to the terrorism eradication framework that can only be addressed through dialogue, the respect for human rights and the rule of law. The second is training and jobs for youth. That is an effective tool that can enable us to strengthen resilience to violent extremism. In this regard, we welcome the resolution adopted by the General assembly that established 12 February as International Day for the Prevention of Violent Extension extremism that may lead to terrorism. In the same vein, tackling all forms of discrimination and hate speech can contribute to strengthening resilience to extremist ideologies and foster a commitment to peace and non violence. The third issue is the means to do this. The threat of terrorism in Africa targets our region, but also international peace and security as a whole. In Africa, the situation remains concerning given the considerable and harmful impacts on the overall situation of our continent. More than ever today, we need to silence the weapons in order to achieve the shared vision of a peaceful Africa. Madam Vice Chair, in a context where our states face a grave economic and financial crisis, the mobilization of financing for peacekeeping operations is crucial. My delegation therefore calls for the viable and long lasting mobilization of funds on the basis of the common position adopted in Addis Ababa. And the fourth challenge final is that we call for a truly multilateral approach. United nations institutions are essential in this regard. In order to be fully effective, our fight against terrorism must be part of a global response that must include joint initiatives for development. We're referring to socioeconomic factors that contribute to the to terrorist recruitment. And it's necessary to respond to the fundamental challenges of climate change, the links between terrorism and the trafficking of resources and all crimes against the environment. It's necessary to fight against terrorist propaganda being spread on the Internet, founded based on misinformation, because this specifically targets youth. For its part, Congo has not stood by the wayside of collective efforts on a domestic level. We have national coordination for counterterrorism, including fighting corruption, the fight against money laundering. These are all part of our efforts. And this also includes transnational crime and all other parts of our strategy to fight against illegal and criminal activities, including transnational crime. We have ratified several instruments, including the African Union Instrument for the Elimination of Mercenaries in Africa on the Fight Against Terrorism and the Convention on the Protection and Repression of Crimes Against Persons Benefiting from National Protection, including diplomatic agents. By way of conclusion, Madam Vice Chair. In a context of growing economic uncertainty being exacerbated by the lasting effects of the COVID 19 pandemic and the global threat posed by all terrorist organizations and their regional branches being aggravated by the concerning trend of terrorism based on intolerance and racism and crimes targeting victims based on their religion or their beliefs, global solidarity is something that must absolutely be upheld. The Republic of Congo is resolute in its determination to eradicate terrorism the world over. And we also stand ready to support the systematic, operational and strategic partnerships between the United nations and the African Union in order to promote peace, justice, multilateralism for the good of humanity. The Abuja Process for Counterterrorism. The formalization and implementation of a Convention for International Counterterrorism. Thank you very much for your kind attention.


Muchisima gracias.


Thank you very much to the distinguished delegate of Congo for your statement. I now give the floor to the distinguished delegate of Jordan. You have the floor.


Allow me at the outset, Madam Vice Chair, to congratulate you and members of the Bureau on your election to chair the sixth committee in the 80th session of the General Assembly. We would like to join the statements given on behalf of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and the Non Aligned Movement. And we would like to give the following statement in our national capacity. Madam Vice Chair, Jordan would like to emphasize that it is at the forefront of States seeking to combat terrorism and extremism through an integrated national approach that combines legislative, intellectual, security and military dimensions. We believe that terrorism in all its forms and manifestations represents a flagrant violation of international law and international humanitarian law and a clear violation of human rights, chief among which is the right to life. Jordan has rejected and continues to categorically reject any attempts to link terrorism to a specific religion or culture or ethnicity. We also emphasize the necessity of its not being used as a pretext to interfere in States internal affairs. With this perspective in mind, Jordan has launched leading initiatives such as the Message of Oman, the Word Equality and the Week of Interfaith Harmony in order to deepen the shared values of tolerance and moderation. Madam Vice Chair we emphasize the necessity of having a clear distinction between terrorism and the legitimate struggle of peoples under foreign occupation, as is the case for the Palestinian people. The Palestinian people's resistance is a part and parcel of their inherent right to self determination in accordance with the UN Charter and international law and we hold Israel fully responsible for the committees for the crimes committed in Gaza and the grave violations carried out in the occupied Palestinian territories. Madam Vice Chair on the practical level, Jordan is continuing its efforts to enhance regional and international cooperation within the UN framework. Amman has hosted a meeting for states neighboring Syria which has included each of Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Iraq and Turkey wherein a practical mechanism or practical mechanisms rather for counterterrorism cooperation with were considered, along with mechanisms to combat trafficking of drugs and weapons and other joint challenges. The meeting also culminated in launching a joint operation center for Coordination and Cooperation in Fighting ISIL to support regional and international efforts already in progress and within the framework of continuous Jordanian efforts. We have launched the the Al Aqaba process, which was launched in 2015 to enhance military and security cooperation and coordination and information and expertise exchange among regional and international parties. Successive meetings have tackled highly important regional subjects such as monitoring Internet content, extremist rhetoric, border control, countering trafficking, irregular migration and the implications of wars and conflicts on the region's security and stability. Within this context, the first meeting of the Al Aqaba Process for the year was held in June in the Bulgarian capital Sofia, in partnership between Jordan and Bulgaria and with participation of a number of states where participants shared opportunity shared perspectives on a number of issues, including the coordination of intelligence and combating terrorism and violent extremism and dealing with the challenges of irregular migration and online radicalization in the Baltic region and Southeast Europe. As for the second meeting of the Al Aqaba process for the year, it will be held in the middle of this month in the the capital of Italy Rome, in cooperation with the Italian government with the participation of a number of active states in the field and this will be dedicated to finding ways to combat terrorism in West Africa in light of the increasing threats that this region is facing. We have also hosted in September an ad hoc international conference on the dangers of the use of drones in smuggling and terrorist operations, where the need for joint technical and legislative criteria to face this increasing threat was Emphasized. In addition to that, we continue close cooperation with the analytical Support and sanctions monitoring team for ISIL and Al Qaeda, which contributes to providing accurate information on emerging threats to the international community. Jordanian security apparatus was also able, including in 2025, to foil numerous terrorist attempts within the Kingdom. And through international cooperation and security cooperation with friendly and fraternal states, we were able to prevent outside attacks. We are also committed to not allowing our territories or asylum systems to be exploited by individuals or groups involved in terrorism. In conclusion, we emphasize our support for the efforts of a working group aiming to reach an agreement within the Committee on the Adoption of a comprehensive counterterrorism convention that would be a cornerstone of the criminalization of international terrorism in accordance with a specific definition and without any politicization. And we emphasize that the terms of the Convention should not lead to the criminalization of legitimate acts affirmed by the international law and international humanitarian law, especially self determination. Thank you much. Gracias.


Thank you very much. To the distinguished delegate of Jordan for your statement. I now give the floor to the distinguished delegate of Togo. Sir, you have the floor. Mercy. Mercy. Madam La. Please don't. Thank you very much. Madam Vice Chair, since this is the first time we're taking the floor at this 80th session. To start with, I wish to extend to you and all of the other members of the Bureau a heartfelt congratulations upon your elections and I assure you of the full support of the Tokeli's delegation in your work throughout this session. My dedication notes for satisfaction the substantial report of the Secretary General contained in document A80177. My delegation fully aligns itself with the statements made by the delegate of Cameroon. On behalf of the Group of African States and in our national capacity, we wish to make a few comments on this crucial issue. Madam Vice Chair, the delegation of Togo reaffirms its firm and unequivocal condemnation of all forms and manifestations of terrorism, whoever the perpetrators. 1 Whatever their motivations or justifications, terrorism is a grave and persistent threat to international peace and security, to the respect of human rights and to the sustainable development of peoples. The Togolese Republic unreservedly condemns terrorist acts where states are directly or indirectly involved. All states must condemn any political, diplomatic, moral or material support provided to terrorism and refrain from such support and ensure that no perpetrator, organizer or facilitator of terrorist acts is able to abuse refugee status or any other legal status in the West African region. Many countries face a growing terrorist threat. This threat that we're now seeing in Togo is part of a security dynamic we're seeing across the sub region. Since November 2021, my country has been facing an increase in insecurity due to armed terrorist groups operating from the central Sahel and engaging in incursions in the southern part of our territory along the border with Burkina Faso and Benin, the northern part. Rather, our border communities that used to be peaceful today face repeated attacks leading to a loss of human lives and forced displacement and destruction of their livelihoods. Madam Vice Chair, aware of the extent of this challenge, Togo has engaged in significant efforts to strengthen our national prevention capacities and counter terrorism efforts through structural reforms. On an institutional, security and socio economic level, as underscored in the Secretary General's report submitted to our committee, the Togolese government has implemented several measures to prevent and combat not only terrorism, but also the things that lead to it indoctrination, radicalization and violent extremism. These measures are part of a multidimensional approach and a holistic approach seeking to bring lasting responses to these scourges. The efforts undertaken by the Togolese government, articulated with the regional and international dynamics in this regard, deal with, inter alia, the strengthening of security and border provisions, the adoption of national legal frameworks that are in line with international instruments, development of prevention strategies focused on youth and education and enhanced cooperation with neighbouring countries, in particular within ECOWAS and the African Union. When it comes to strengthening the legal and institutional framework, Togo has adapted its legislative arsenal to prevent and to repress terrorism and related acts, especially the financing of terrorism, recruitment and training. The new criminal code of Togo clearly defines the crimes that constitute terrorist acts. At the same time, institutional capacities have been strengthened through the creation of specialized bodies such as the National Unit for the Management of Financial Information. On an operational level, the overhaul of the defence and security forces led in September 2018 to the creation of the anti terrorist military Operation Khundware that is geared towards fighting against the infiltrations of armed terrorist groups. The redeployment of security forces that started in 2023 and has been effective since 2024 has enabled us to bring together the security services providing an enhanced presence of the state through the setting up of police, a police office and a gendarmerie brigade in each of the 117 communes of the country. We are also part of different international and regional conventions, in particular the AU Convention on the Prevention and Fight Against Terrorism. On a sub regional level, we we are working to implement ECOWAS instruments, in particular the Political Declaration on a Common Position on Terrorism and the Counterterrorism Strategy and its Plan of Action. My country is also participating in several regional mechanisms that seek to fight against cross border criminality such as the ACCRA Initiative and police cooperation networks AFRIPOL, Interpol, SIPO, APHIS and the 1247 system. Madam Vice Chair, my delegation wishes to express the Government of Togo's gratitude to all of its partners in counterterrorism, in particular the Counterterrorism Bureau, for the assistance provided to programs on the protection of vulnerable targets, zone drone systems and anti terrorist investigations and units. We also welcome the support of development partners in the implementation of projects as part of the Emergency Program. While calling for a constant strengthening of regional partnerships, the Togolese delegation launches an appeal for enhanced solidarity from the international community in order to improve the living conditions of vulnerable populations and their access to basic social services. Finally, we reaffirm our support to the central role of the UN in the coordination of international efforts against terrorism and we applaud the work of the Global Strategy of the UN and the United Nations Counterterrorism Office. Thank you. I thank the distinguished delegate of Togo for his statement and I now give the floor to the distinguished Permanent Representative of Singapore. Thank you.


Thank you, Madam Vice Chair. At the outset, let me express Singapore's appreciation for the smooth conduct of the work of the Sixth Committee. Please be assured of our full support to you, to the Chair and the Bureau members during this session. We also wish to thank the Secretary General for his report. Terrorism presents a serious threat to international peace and security. The ever shifting global terrorism landscape presents complex challenges that require the unstinting effort of the entire international community at the domestic, regional and international levels. Singapore is strongly committed to the global fight against terrorism. We are party to 15 international counterterrorism agreements and continue to firmly support the the UN Global Counterterrorism Strategy and the ongoing efforts of the General assembly in regularly implementing and updating the strategy. Singapore also continues to host the Counterterrorism Information Facility, which works closely with partner countries in enhancing information exchange at the operational level to combat transnational terrorism and strengthen regional peace and security. As President of the Financial Action task Force from 2022 to 2024, Singapore also led efforts to respond to emerging risks, including the exploitation of crowdfunding platforms for terrorism financing. Public vigilance is critical to our domestic efforts to combat the threat of terrorism. Singapore's 2025 Terrorism Threat Assessment keeps the Singaporean public apprised of both the nature and degree of the terrorism threat within our country. It also reiterates the importance of reporting early signs of radicalisation and suspicious activities to the authorities. It also encourages the public to learn more about the active role they can play in safeguarding Singapore from terrorism and extremism. We periodically update our National Strategy for Countering the Financing of Terrorism and the Terrorism Financing National Risk Assessment which reflects our continued commitment to countering terrorism financing threats and to maintaining a robust and up to date framework in this regard. Madam President, last year the General assembly recommended that this Committee establish a working group this session with a view to finalising the process on the draft Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism as well as discussions on the question of convening a high level conference under the auspices of the United Nations. Allow me to take this opportunity to congratulate Ambassador Jayantha Jayasuriya of Sri Lanka on his election as Chair of this very important working group. We look forward to working closely with other delegations and under his leadership so that this working group may achieve a consensual outcome on these important matters. I thank you for your attention.


I thank the distinguished DPR of Singapore for her statement and I now give the floor to the distinguished representative of Nicaragua. Nicaragua, you have the floor.


Senora President.


Madam Vice Chair. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to you and the members of the Bureau upon your well developed elections and you can certainly count on the support of Nicaragua during the work of the Sixth Committee. Our delegation wishes to align itself with the statement made by the delegation of the Islamic Republic of Iran on behalf of the Non Aligned Movement and by the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela on behalf of the Group of Friends. In defense of the UN Charter, Nicaragua reiterates its firm condemnation of terrorism in all of its forms of manifestations, including state terrorism, that our people in government have been and are still victim to. We denounce the double standards of imperialist and neo colonialist countries who through their interferences into the internal affairs of States, are promoting state terrorism and destabilizing actions to try and unseat legitimate governments in our developing countries. 37 years ago, in an historic milestone for our people and the world, the International Court of Justice handed down a ruling condemning the United States for state terrorism. Nicaragua continues to demand that the United States abide by this ruling of 27 June 1986, including the legal obligation to pay reparations mandated in this ruling. Madam Vice Chair, Nicaragua expresses its solidarity once again to the heroic people of Palestine as well as to Lebanon, Qatar, Yemen and Iran who are victims of recent Zionist attacks and the whole of the great Arab world who today are living in horror, brutality and savagery. And continue to fall victim to the impunity of state terrorism by Israel and its allies. We call out and condemn the forms of state terrorism and threats against the Venezuelan people and the legitimate government of our brother President Nicolas Maduro Moros. And we call for the respect of the sovereignty of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela. We condemn the insecurity and the illicit use of dishonest pre taxes and false accusations by the United States that are just more interference and threats and more invasions and justifications for more invasions and occupations. We condemn the absurd manipulations with false accusations on the pretext of drug trafficking which is a scourge and a trade of rich countries, really a business of rich countries where there are millions of consumers and these powers are feeding poverty, more production and the trade in these substances trafficking misery. Nicaragua rejects the inclusion of Cuba on the list of state sponsored international terrorism that seeks to justify the criminal embargo. Because Cuba is recognized for its solidarity and its cooperation in health and humanitarian assistance. We firmly support Convention on Terrorism and call upon all members to show flexibility to achieve this vital legal framework and to adopt this convention. We thank Mr. Vladimir Voronkov for his leadership who has just ended his successful mandate has actually for the Office of Counterterrorism of the un. Nicaragua reaffirms its support to the Initiative for Global Security presented by President xi Jinping in 2022 of the PLC to promote global peace and stability. Madam Vice Chair, the illegal, unilateral coercive measures are a true genocide against our peoples and they must end immediately. These measures, in addition to being against international law, are a grave obstacle to being able to access the resources required to combat terrorism. We call for an immediate halt to all of these sanctions and aggressions. Chair. In our region, Nicaragua remains an important factor of stability, peace and security and has also been a war that has been able to contain the scourge of drug trafficking, organized crime and terrorism. Supported by our family model and our community model that strengthens this peace, Nicaragua reaffirms its profound condemnation of all territory terrorist acts in all of their forms of manifestations and reiterate our commitment to continuing to act against this scourge pursuant to the principles and purposes of the UN Charter and in full compliance with international law. Thank you very much. The Chair thanks the distinguished delegate of Nicaragua for her statement and gives the floor to the distinguished delegate of Turkey. You have the floor.


Thank you, Madam Chair. I'm honored to take the floor on behalf of Turkey. At the outset, allow me to congratulate you and your bureau on your election, I would like to assure you of Turkey's full cooperation and support during your tenure. For many decades, Turkey has lived under the persistent menace of terrorism. It's not only a threat to peace and security, but also a blatant violation of human rights, depriving people of their fundamental freedoms. Terrorism must be countered without exception, regardless of the ideology or pretext behind it. In this fight, coherent and coordinated international cooperation is necessary. With this understanding, Turkey collaborates with partners bilaterally and multilaterally at local, regional and global levels, being at the forefront to raise the awareness of the international community of the threat of terrorism. At the same time, we stress that counterterrorism measures must fully comply with the international law of human rights obligations. The rights and dignity of victims of terrorism must also be at the heart of our efforts. Excellencies, distinguished representatives, we are witnessing varying geographical shifts in terrorism. The epicenter of radical terrorism have shifted increasingly from the Middle east to North Africa to sub Saharan Africa, particularly the Sahel. Daesh is attempting to intensify its efforts to bolster local cells, particularly in Afghanistan and Africa, while using digital platforms to radicalize individuals, recruit followers and enhance their capacity to carry out attacks. On the other hand, we are also witnessing an attempt for a resurgence in Syrian Iraqi territories. According to the SG report, an estimated 3,000 Daesh militants are operating in these territories seeking to reinfiltrate urban areas from the desert. The brutal attack on the Mar Elius charge in Damascus earlier this year illustrates the fragility of the security situation in Syria. We underlined that the Syrian government must be supported in its first fight against terrorism to avoid Daesh further regeneration. Turkey has scaled up her capacity building efforts in the field of security through training and consultancy. Given that the country remains vulnerable to Daesh and other terrorist organizations, any political discussions that might hinder the unity and territorial integrity of Syria will benefit Daesh and other terrorist organizations. Madam Chair Turkey is a committed member of the Global Coalition against Daesh, contributing to both its military and civilian efforts on the ground. Our determined actions have neutralized over 4,500 Daesh members, including its leader Abu Hussein Al Qurashi. We are also glad to co chair the Terrorist Terror Working Group of the Coalition. We attach particular importance to preventing the movement of foreign terrorist funds fighters. Hence, Turkey has taken the necessary measures to close its borders to FTV travel in line with the UNSC Resolution 2178 2014. However, defeating Daesh permanently requires addressing the situation of FTVs and their dependence surrounded in camps in the northeast of Syria. We need more international cooperation for their repatriation to the countries of origin. In this context, we should also prevent a pkk, pyd, ypg, CDF which has a symbiotic relationship with Daesh, from feeding of it. Therefore, the pkk, pyd, ypg, CDF should immediately be excluded from the management of the camps. Madam Chair, Turkey has also had to deal with another terrorist organization, the feto, which attempted a coup d' etaturic infiltrating interstate security structures and judiciary. This terrorist organization is involved in many crimes including tax evasion, drug trafficking, money laundering and unauthorized disclosure of classified government documents. We are ready to work with our partners and colleagues to eradicate this new age terrorist network. Madam Chair, Turkey views the rise of far right violent extremism and Islamophobia with concern and beliefs that the provocative acts in Europe, such as burning of the Holy Quran, which are defined as religious hatred and violation of international law by recent the un, HRC and UN General assembly resolution, only threaten the narratives of terrorists and violent extremists. Madam Chair and the distinguished representatives, Let me conclude by reaffirming Turkey's unwavering commitment to combat terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. While upholding the rule of law, protecting human rights and safeguarding the dignity of victims, we will continue to work hand in hand with the international community to bring terrorists to justice, prevent them from harming civilians and ensure peace and security for all. Thank you.


I thank the distinguished representative of Turkey for her statement. I give the floor to the distinguished representative of Vietnam. You have the floor.


Madam Chairperson. I wish to join other colleagues in congratulating you on and the distinguished members of the Bureau on the elections. I am confident that under the able leadership, the Sixth Committee will achieve productive outcomes during these sessions. Vietnam Ally itself with a statement delivered on behalf of the Non Aligned Movement and asean. Madam Chairperson, despite the concerted effort of the international community, terrorism continues to pose a great threat to international peace and security. Its root causes, including poverty, political, economic and social disparities, remain unresolved, while new challenges have emerged from the misuse of the emerging technology, cyberspace and transnational financial networks. In this context, allow me to share the following points. First, Vietnam unequivocally condemns terrorism in all its form and manifestations. Regardless of motivations. No cause, religions or ethnic identities can ever justify acts of terror or their associations without counterterrorism measures. All perpetrators must be duly prosecuted in accordance with international law and national legislation. Second, all counter terrorism measures must fully comply with the UN Charter, international law and international humanitarian and human rights law. We stress the sovereign rights and responsibilities of all set prevent and suppress acts of terrorism within their jurisdictions while avoiding politicizations and respecting sovereignty and territorial integrity of all states. Third, to eradicate terrorism and violent extremism, we must address their root causes. Strengthening community resilience through partners poverty reductions, inclusive and sustainable development and national unity is essential to prevent radicalizations. Fourth, an effective response to international terrorism also require coordinated actions at the national, regional and global levels. In these connections, Vietnam support ongoing discussion on the draft Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism and the convening of a high level UN Conference to advance the discussion. We also support the effort to streamline the UN Counter terrorism architectures for greater coherence and effectiveness. Madam Chairperson, Vietnam remains fully committed to implementing the UN Counter terrorism strategy and to fulfilling its international obligations in this regard. At the national level, we have strengthened our legal and institutional frameworks, including through the National Action Plan on Anti Money Laundering, countering the Financing of Terrorism and weapons proliferations. In line with the UN and FATF standards, we have improved asset freezing mechanism, interagency coordinations and cyber governance to curve online extremist activities at the regional and international levels. Vietnam is party to the 13th of the 19th UN Convention on Counterterrorism and actively contribute to initiatives under the asean, unodc, UNOCC and INTERPOL frameworks. We have co organized with UNODCUL workshops on countering terrorist financing and the misused virtual assets. We also joined regional networks on preventing violent extremism and strengthen cooperations in law enforcement with partners through new bilateral and through joint exercises. Notably, this October, Vietnam will host the signing. This October, Vietnam will host the second signing ceremony of the UN Convention on Cybercrime, the Hanoi Conventions to promote its early entry into force and to advance global corporations against the misuse of Internet for criminal purposes, including terrorist activity. In conclusion, Vietnam reaffirms its unwavering commitment to working with all UN Member States, relevant agency organizations and stakeholders to promote a comprehensive, balanced and new based, law based approach to counter terrorism. I thank you, Madam Chairperson.


I thank the distinguished delegate from Vietnam for their statement. I now give the floor to the distinguished representative of Guatemala. You have the floor. Senora President, Madam Chair. First of all, allow me to congratulate you and the members of the Bureau upon your election to this session. My delegation aligns itself with the statement by the Islamic Republic of Iran. On behalf of the Non Aligned Movement and in our national capacity, we would like to make some additional comments. Guatemala takes note of the report of the Secretary General on measures to Eliminate international terrorism. This report compiles valuable data about the implementation of multilateral, regional and bilateral agreements in this area. Terrorist acts are contrary to the principles and purposes of the UN Charter because they represent a grave threat to international peace and security, human rights, democratic stability and, in general, the development of countries. Madam Chair Guatemala enjoys a privileged geographical location with access to the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean. Regrettably, this same location is conducive to the development of of transnational organized crime activities such as narcotics activities, smuggling, the illicit trade in arms and trafficking in human beings. All of these activities are closely linked to terrorism. Combating terrorism and its financing is reflected in two ways. Firstly, perfecting the legal framework and secondly, regional coordination to combat transnational criminal groups. At the legislative level, the President of the Republic presented to Congress the initiative of a comprehensive law against money laundering and the laundering of other assets and the financing of terrorism. This aims to harmonize the normative framework on money laundering, the financing of terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. This initiative aims to strengthen the existing legislation in accordance with international standards from the Financial Action Task Force and various international agreements that Guatemala is party to. It also aims to ensure the effective implementation of resolutions on terrorism adopted by the United nations soon. Security Council at the regional level, Guatemala, together with its neighbors, has promoted initiatives and policies to combat violent hierarchical structures with regional links which have an ability to cause transnational harm. By way of an example, 25 people were detained this year with a view towards extradition. Those persons represented a common threat to the security of various countries. Madam Chair, as regards the implementation of Security Council resolutions, Guatemala aims to act rapidly and effectively in implementing measures that impose sanctions upon groups and individuals that are involved in terrorism and thus promotes transnational cooperation. At the same time, my delegation would highlight the role of the Inter American Counterterrorism Committee as a driver of cooperation by the Member States of the Organization of American States when it comes to the prevention, combating and elimination of terrorist acts and activities in the Americas. In particular, we highlight its support for strengthening national capacities in the area of cybersecurity and border security. Guatemala values the harmonization and coordination of efforts between the United nations system and the inter American system. This has made it possible, for example, to strengthen the role of the Organization of American States. As the Regional Coordinator for Security Council Resolution 1540, we reiterate the importance of continuing to strengthen cooperation mechanisms between the United nations system and the Organization of American States. Madam Chair, Guatemala reiterates the link that exists between transnational organized crime and terrorism. Specifically because both promote the illicit use of financial assets for pernicious purposes. My delegation would underscore how delicate a task it is to designate groups and or individuals as terrorists. Such a designation should be carried out carefully and in line with applicable international standards, thus avoiding any abuse of this or avoiding it being used to unjustifiably suppress human rights. Guatemala recognizes the need to adopt rapid and effective measures to eliminate international terrorism strictly in accordance with international humanitarian law, international human rights law and refugee law. In this regard, we welcome the contributions from the Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms while countering terrorism, particularly the best practice guides on terrorist listings and on safeguarding human rights in the context of administrative measures of prevention. Lastly, we are grateful for the support of the United nations and our key allies in combating transnational crime, especially in the area of drug trafficking and the trafficking of human beings. In a world in which criminal organizations operate as true crime multinationals, international cooperation is a cross cutting necessity. Thank you very much. I thank the distinguished delegate of Guatemala for his statement. I now give the floor to the distinguished represent Permanent Representative of China. You have the floor, Ambassador. Chair.


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Chair. I welcome you presiding over today's meeting. The Trans delegation looks forward to working with you, the Bureau and all delegations to ensure the success of this Committee's work during the 80th session of the General Assembly. Chair. Terrorism is a common enemy of humanity. At present, the international community is being rocked by increasing turbulence, with conflicts and wars erupting and persisting in various parts of the world. Terrorist activities are spreading and escalating, and the threat of terrorism is resurging globally. The international counterterrorism situation is now more challenging and complex. President Xi Jinping of China proposed the Global Security Initiative and the Global Development Initiative, GSI and GDI for short, respectively, advocating a win win approach for the international community to address complex, interlocking security challenges. These initiatives operationalize the vision of global governance that is based on extensive consultation, joint contribution and shared benefits. Guided by these principles, China wishes to propose the following fundamentals for eliminating terrorism. First, we must consistently apply uniform standards and build international synergy against terrorism. Humanity constitutes an indivisible community of shared security. All countries should adopt a common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable approach to security, adhere to the principle of indivisible security security and work together to combat terrorism in all its forms and manifestations as an international united front against terrorism, while respecting and safeguarding the security of every nation. Counterterrorism efforts must not be subjected to double census, much less selective application. China opposes linking terrorism with any specific country, ethnicity or religion and opposes the politicization or instrumentalization of CT issues. Second, we must uphold the rule of law and improve the legal framework for counterterrorism. CTFRs must be guided by the purpose and principles of UN Charter and must implement the relevant Security Council and GA resolutions as well as the UN Global Counterterrorism Strategy combating all terrorist organizations and individuals listed by the Security Council. The central coordinating role of the UN in international CET corporation must be maintained and strengthened. China supports the Six Committee's efforts to advance the elaboration of a comprehensive convention on International Terrorism. All parties should jointly oppose excessive use of force under the pretext of counterterrorism, violations of national sovereignty and territorial integrity, and infringements on fundamental human rights. Third, we must adopt a systemic approach and implement a combination of robust measures at the international level to fight terrorism effectively. Efforts to eliminate territory terrorism must address both symptoms and root causes through a holistic approach. It is essential to resolve disputes, peacefully, diffuse tensions through diplomatic means and end armed conflict to deny terrorists the opportunities to exploit instability. Development must be prioritized and the 2030 Agenda for Systemic Development accelerated to break the linkage and cycle between poverty and terrorism. Technological empowerment must be embraced to counter emerging threats such as digital terrorism and to enhance the CT capacities of countries in the Global South China calls on all nations to join the UN Convention Against Cybercrime and to support its role in combating terrorist activities that misuse. ICT Chair China has been a victim of terrorism. The East Turkestan Islamic Movement etim, AKA tip, a Security Council designated international terrorist group, perpetrated numerous terror attacks on Chinese soil and remains active in such places as Syria and Afghanistan. According to the Monitoring team of the Security Council 1267 Committee, ETIM, or TIP, has thousands of armed militants in Syria alone. The SG's recent report also indicates that terrorist organizations such as ISIS, Al Qaeda, TTP, BLA and its Majid Brigade have closed ranks across various regions, launching a string of devastating terror attacks in collusion with one another. China urges all parties to take effective measures to jointly combat and eradicate these terrorist forces and in particular to add the BLA and its Majid Brigade to the sanctions list. As a staunch supporter and contributor to the international CTFs, China actively engages in bilateral and multilateral cooperation and continues to assist developing countries, particularly those in Africa, in strengthening their CET capacity. Such assistance is provided through the China UN Peace and Development Trust Fund and includes, inter alia, supporting CET efforts in the Sahal region, founding the establishment of UNO CT office in Kenya and helping African nations enhance their CET capacities through the use of drone technology. CET is a shared responsibility of the international community, guided by the vision of a community with a shared future for humankind. China remains committed to working with all parties to implement the GSI and GDI jointly advance international CET efforts and help shape a world of lasting peace and universal security. I thank you Chair I thank the distinguished Permanent Representative of the People's Republic of China for their statement. I understand it that the delegations of Iran and Syria would like to exercise their right of reply in exercise of the right of reply. Before proceeding thus, I would like to remind the Committee that in accordance with paragraphs 9 and 10 of Annex 5 of the Rules procedure of the General assembly, the number of interventions in exercise of the right of reply in the same meeting will be limited to two per item and the first intervention by a delegation in excess of their right to reply will be limited to 10 minutes and the second will be limited to 5 minutes. In light of the tight agenda for our meetings this year, I would like to invite delegations that are exercising their right of reply to please try to be as brief as possible in your interventions and in any case to stick within the time limits that I mentioned previously in exercise of the right of the reply. I thus give the floor to the Islamic Report Republic of Iran. Thank you, Madam Chair. Congratulate you on your election to the Vice Chair of the Committee in exercise of our right of reply. I would like to make a few a couple of points and I believe the baseless statement by the delegation of the Israeli regime was actually confession. They accused others of terrorism, terrorism that is exactly coterminous with their own regime, and they showed their hypocrisy in preaching international law. Right now they are grossly violating nearly every rule, norm or principles of international law. The vulgar, the baseless, irrelevant and fabricated allegations made by the delegation of the child killing regime of Israel does not deserve any response. Yet, while we categorically reject their unfounded statement, I would like to state the following it is a dark irony that the child killing regime of Israel, which is committing genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity and has bloods of thousands of children on its brutal hands, attempts to mislead this august meeting with falsehood and platitude and playing victim. The Israeli regime has demonstrated new forms and manifestation of terrorism, including terrorism against innocent children as its standard policy and practice. In tandem with its genocidal acts. The Israeli regime is in its terrorist aggression against my country on 13 June 2025 and onwards, killed dozens of children, toddlers, babies and even two unborn babies. And the Committee could just look into the document that has been submitted before the Security Council regarding various aspects of aggression and brutality of the Israeli regime and as contained in document S 2025, 477. In Palestine, according to the most recent data provided by the United nations, the Israeli regime, through its network of terrorists has killed or injured more than 50 thousands of Palestinian children over the past two years. And I quote a message from one of the important United nations bodies that simply describes what is happening in Palestine. I quote, death by bombardment, death by starvation, death by lack of aid and vital services. In Gaza, an average of 28 children a day the size of a classroom have been killed, end of quote. And this has been provided by unicef. In addition to deliberate attacks of Israel against children and civilian objects necessary for children such as schools and hospitals, hundreds of thousands of children have deliberately been deprived of access to food, water, medicine and other basic services and commodities. Right now, many of these children are subjected to starvation as a method of warfare of Israeli regime while also facing risk of being targeted awaiting humanitarian assistance such as food and water. The magnitude of the savagery of the Israeli regime is to the extent that due to its persistent killing of children, a new term in medical parlance has emerged as a coat. Wounded children, no surviving family, end of quote. Which refers to Palestinian children injured while their parents were also killed by the Israeli regime. Recently the Israeli regime was included again in the United nations blacklist of perpetrators of grave violations affecting children in situations of armed conflict which is on the agenda of the Security Council. Its criminal leaders are also under arrest warrant for war crimes and crimes against humanity, including against Palestinian children. Child killing is the true designation for the notorious Israeli regime. And Madam Chair, I could continue this statement and I don't think we would have time, even if you want to use all the time of the Sixth Committee to describe what's happening in Gaza. Last year, just in this August meeting, we were speaking about importance of holding the Israeli regime accountable for all its critical crimes to stop the ongoing genocide. And the statistics of children being killed last year was 13,000. Now it is more than 18,000. And everyone who is silent might be complicit in this ongoing genocide. The obligation to prevent and punish genocide makes makes it incumbent upon all member states to act now. If you want to just repeat the obligations and just condemn what's happening In Gaza and elsewhere. All as a result of the Israeli regime attacks, crimes against humanity, terrorism, genocide and war crimes and do not do nothing on the ground. Unfortunately, next year it would be the same case. The shameless delegation of Israeli regime coming here, bragging about their crimes in the region and preaching international law. That is why I invite all member States to take responsibility and take the floor in this committee. Try to stop the genocide right now. Try to stop the Israeli regime committing egregious crimes against children in the the region and beyond. That is our obligation to our future generations as well. Thank you. I thank the distinguished delegate from Iran for his statement in exercise of the right of reply. I now give the floor to the distinguished delegate from the Syrian Arab Republic.


Thank you very much. At the outset, please allow me to congratulate you on your election as Vice Chair of the Committee. I would like to exercise my right of reply at the outset. My country totally rejects the statements made by the representative of the Israeli occupation. This statement is fallacious and is groundless. It is an attempt to justify the ongoing aggression and systematic violations of international law and of the Charter of the United Nations. The representative of the Israeli occupation forces claims to combat terrorism. But at the same time, Israel pursued its crime of aggression against a founding member of the United Nations. It violates its sovereignty, territorial integrity and it perpetrates documented crimes that have claimed the lives of many innocent civilians in Syria. The repeated Israeli attacks on our territories cannot be justified under any circumstances and constitute a flagrant violation of the Charter of the United nations, particularly Article 2 of the charter. This Article prohibits the use of or the threat of use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any country. On several occasions, Israel targeted locations and positions in Syria, including facilities under the OPC oversight, OPCW oversight. These facilities were destroyed and some chemical dangerous chemical materials were leaked in flagrant violation of international obligations under the chemical conventions. Weapons Convention posing a threat. Syrian women and children were killed during these repeated violations that reflect a systematic violation of international law. They also target civilians and their lives. They also undermine Syria's sovereignty, territorial integrity. They also violate international humanitarian law, including the principle of the principle prohibiting attacks against civilians or use of force beyond international legitimacy. Madam Vice Chair, Syria has turned the page on polarization and alliances. Syria is sparing no effort to regain its rightful place, its rightful state as a sovereign state that represents the will of its people. Syria is no longer a scene for political score settling or for an exchange of messages. Syria refuses that any external party uses its territory and called for an end to all Israeli violations immediately. In addition, the Syrian Arab Republic reserves its full right to respond, to retaliate and to defend itself under Article 51 of the Charter under all means enshrined by international law. Thank you.


I thank the distinguished delegate of Syria for her exercise of the right of reply. I now give the floor for a right of reply to the distinguished delegation of Iraq. Thank you. Madam Vice Chair. My delegation requested the floor to respond to the representative of the Israeli entity Under Agenda Item 109. This aggressive entity has continued to repeat its lies in an attempt to cover up the crimes that it is committing on a daily basis against the Palestinian people, which makes its name synonymous with terrorism. We are not surprised by the provocations from the entity of aggression which mentioned Iraq among other countries in the region, to expand the conflict and to lead the world into the unknown in a spiral of death and chaos, which is far removed from international law. Ignoring the appeals of the international community for peace, it was not sufficient to cause thousands of victims in Palestine and other countries in the region, including, including the state of Qatar. This is an entity that recognizes only the law of the jungle and which operates clearly, unambiguously, to spread conflict around the world. That is why we reiterate our position by demanding that the international community put a stop to the Israeli practices and the bloodthirstiness of its leaders to do so effectively so as to bring an end to this, to establish a ceasefire and to do justice to Palestine. Thank you. I thank the distinguished representative of Iraq for his exercise of the right to reply, seeing no further requests for the floor under the right of reply. Distinguished delegates, I remind you that the distinguished representative of China was the last speaker on this agenda item for this afternoon. Tomorrow morning, the Advisory Committee on the United Nations Program of Assistance in the Teaching, Study, Dissemination and Wider Appreciation of International Law will meet at 10am in Conference Room 8. All members of the Advisory Committee are encouraged to attend. The plenary of the Sixth Committee will meet in this same room, the Trusteeship Council Chamber, after the adjournment of the meeting of the Advisory Committee at approximately 11:30am in order to continue the debate on Agenda Item 109, Measures to Eliminate international terrorism. Given the extensive list of speakers, it is very possible that that debate will continue tomorrow afternoon. The Committee will then undertake its consideration of agenda item 137, program planning. On Wednesday morning. Thereafter, the Committee will commence its consideration of agenda item 84, the rule of law at the national and international levels. I would like to thank the interpreters for giving us a few minutes more of their time. The meeting is adjourned.


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