Ireland urges stronger multilateralism as UN enters its ninth decade

His Excellency Mihal Martin Tishuk of Ireland addressed the United Nations General Assembly, saying the world faces "great uncertainty and challenge" and that the response should be renewed commitment to international cooperation. "The United Nations is entering its ninth decade at a moment of great uncertainty and challenge for the global community," he said.

Tishuk urged member states to defend the principles of the UN Charter and to pursue reforms when institutions fall short. He said reforms must be matched by political and financial support from member states and called specifically for a more representative Security Council and attention to African underrepresentation.