Bolivia assumes UN Security Council presidency for June

Friday, 02/06/2017 17:33
Bolivia has taken up the presidency of the UN Security Council, replacing Uruguay.

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Under the UN Charter, the Security Council has primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security, all member states are obligated to comply with Council decisions.

“We have set aside time to respond to any emergency situations that might arise through the course of the month,” said Bolivian ambassador to the UN Sergio Llorentty Soliz.

The Presidency of the Security Council changes each month, with Bolivia scheduled to hold the seat in June.

Bolivian Chancellor Fernando Huanacuni also announced that the South American nation’s agenda for June would focus on the ongoing Syrian conflict, Colombia’s peace process, and foreign aid to Haiti./.

 

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