It gives me pleasure to greet this TICAD VI thematic session on social stability for shared prosperity.
I thank Her Excellency Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, for co-chairing this session with the United Nations. I also commend His Excellency, President Idriss Deby, Chairperson of the African Union, for his leadership.
Reinforcing the links between peace, security, sustainable development, good governance, human rights and environmental stewardship has always been a priority for the United Nations.