Statement of Finland at General Assembly, September 2016

Reference to Conflict Prevention:
"The UN, for its part, can help to defuse latent conflict through conflict prevention, mediation and, if necessary, preventative peace operations."

Reference to Human Rights:
"Gender equality and the political, economic and social empowerment of girls and women are key drivers in Sustainable development and in combating climate change. in my own country gender equality has been vital in oru rise from poverty to prosperity. I welcome all efforts that raise the issue, such as the HeForShe movement initiated by UN Women. I am personally involved in this important work. But the UN and its Member States still have a long way to go to meet the target of gender."

Reference to Participation:
"The next Secretary-General will be a subject of almost colossal expectations. Finland welcomes a selection process that is more transparent and more inclusive. We also welcome the fact that so many female candidates are seeking the position."