Position paper for Norway
| Committee: | GA First |
| Topic: | Consolidation of peace through practical disarmament measures |
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| Due to the current state of the world, with wars in both Ukraine and Israel, we believe that it is critical now, more than ever, to increase the enforcement of conventions and treaties that promote peace through practical disarmament measures. As a nation that has been a long- time supporter and activist for peace, we firmly believe in the importance of acquiring peace through the practice of non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMDs), conventional weapons, cluster munitions, and non-conventional weapons. We have an unwavering belief that the best way to address the issue of consolidating peace through practical disarmament would be for the UN to increase enforcement efforts of pre-existing conventions and treaties. We strongly assert the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty is essential. We propose the continued enforcement of the Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons. We call on the international community to develop and enforce sanctions that can be placed upon states that refuse to follow conventions and treaties that consolidate peace through practical disarmament. Greater enforcement of these conventions and treaties will prevent future conflicts by making wars less attractive. | |
| Committee: | GA First |
| Topic: | Implementation of the Convention on the Prohibition of the Development, Production, Stockpiling and Use of Chemical Weapons and on Their Destruction |
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| We remain in great support of the Convention of the Prohibition of the Development, Production, Stocking, and Use of Chemical Weapons and their Destruction and firmly back all attempts to implement it. In the Security Council meeting on chemical weapons on the 5th of December 2022, the Norwegian representative to the UN condemned any and all uses of chemical weapons, echoing the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWV), signed on the 13th of January 1999, which prevents the use, distribution, stockpiling, and production of chemical weapons. The United Nations charter states that the UN seeks to save future Generations from the carnage of war and its consequences, and this Convention will serve to aid in this goal. We strongly encourage the international community to support the implementation of the Convention on the Prohibition of the Development, Production, Stocking, and Use of Chemical Weapons and their Destruction if they are serious about preventing future wars and making current wars more challenging to sustain. | |
| Committee: | GA Second |
| Topic: | Agriculture development, food security and nutrition |
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| As a state committed to sustainability and equitable development, Norway recognizes the critical role IFAD (International Fund for Agricultural Development) plays in securing food systems, improving nutrition, and advancing agricultural development globally. With the growing challenges of climate change, food insecurity, and rural poverty, IFAD's mission remains essential. We call on the international community to strengthen their commitment to supporting IFAD's work by increasing their financial contributions to IFAD and empowering smallholder farmers, especially in low- and middle-income countries. The IFAD's work in improving irrigation systems and infrastructure is essential to helping communities increase agricultural productivity despite a changing climate. We must act with urgency and solidarity to fulfill the vision of a world where no one suffers from hunger. Let us hold ourselves accountable to future generations by ensuring that the global agricultural system is not only productive but also just, inclusive, and resilient. | |
| Committee: | GA Second |
| Topic: | Development cooperation with middle-income countries |
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| As the world adjusts to the undeniable reality of climate change, we recognize the consequences of oil and gas exploitation and the emittance of carbon dioxide and nitrous oxide. We endorse the climate goals set by the Paris Agreement to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, and we support the deployment of Carbon Capture Storage (CCS) projects to combat climate change globally. Studies show CCS's capacity to lower costs, enhance storage, and capture a significant amount (up to 90%) of industrial CO? emissions. Norway's successful CCS projects, such as Sleipner and Northern Lights, illustrate that this technology can be both practical and impactful. While certain states are currently implementing CCS, we acknowledge that middle income countries often lack the financial resources and technological infrastructure to aid in mitigating the effects of climate change. Therefore, we call upon the states currently at the forefront of CCS efforts to assist in the development and funding for middle-income countries facing challenges in adopting this technology. We encourage all states to assess their capacity for CCS and to invest in the necessary research and infrastructure to support its broader implementation across the globe. Let us unite in our efforts to foster a healthier global climate, holding each other accountable as we work towards a sustainable future. | |
| Committee: | GA Third |
| Topic: | Rights of indigenous peoples |
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| Norway acknowledges the historical difficulties states have experienced in their attempted integrations of indigenous peoples. In the past, the rights of indigenous peoples have been an afterthought. However, we assert the United Nations Charter in reaffirming "faith in the fundamental human rights, in the dignity and worth of the human person." Indigenous peoples contribute significantly to the economic and cultural life of a state and we commend states that are currently working to fully integrate those peoples. As part of a global community we recognize that any loss of indigenous culture does a disservice to the present reality and future potential of the state. We encourage the United Nations to develop a framework to assist states in the integration of indigenous communities and we call upon states to immediately work to promote acceptance and inclusion. | |
| Committee: | GA Third |
| Topic: | Literacy for life |
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| As developed member nations experience literacy's fruits, it is incumbent upon those states to support global literacy efforts. We reaffirm the UNESCO Strategy for Youth and Adult literacy for 2020-2025 so that a greater percentage of the world might benefit from the advancements in literacy. We recognize the efforts being made that are improving literacy rates among primary students as a result of the Education 2030 Framework for Action; however, we encourage states to continue to work toward the benchmarks laid out in the framework. We encourage greater cooperation between states and nonprofit organizations as they work to provide free primary education and reading programs, as recommended in the 2030 Framework. We must continue to champion this cause as we work to achieve literacy for all people. | |
| Committee: | GA Plenary |
| Topic: | The human right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment |
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| It is a human right to experience a clean, healthy and sustainable environment. In article 18, the 2030 Agenda affirms, "that every State has, and shall freely exercise, full permanent sovereignty over all its wealth, natural resources and economic activity." Despite this, transnational corporations, though essential to the world's ecological and economic systems, often prioritize profit over environmental protection. Therefore, we firmly assert that such corporations should be held accountable for damages that infringe on the basic human right to a clean environment. Transnational corporations must work with state governments to not only create a stable sector of local jobs, but ensure the right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment. We urge the community of nations to incentivize cooperation between transnational corporations and the nations in which they operate. We also call on the international community to assist states in their efforts to regulate transnational corporations actively engaged in activities that damage local environments. International cooperation is necessary to encourage transnational corporations to prioritize environmental stability over profit attainment. We call on the global community to uphold the ideals laid forth in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in order to protect the next generation's right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment. | |
| Committee: | GA Plenary |
| Topic: | Safety and security of humanitarian personnel and protection of United Nations personnel |
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| Safety and security of humanitarian personnel has been a concern for many years. The
Secretary-General's Report A/73/392 on the safety and security of humanitarian personnel
and protection of UN personnel clearly demonstrates a need for protective action regarding
this population. While the document provided security recommendations, six years later
problems persist. A May 2024 UN press release noted that 57 United Nations personnel
were killed in malicious attacks from 2021 to 2022. In light of the 2018 Secretary-General's
report, we encourage a thorough review of efforts being made to enhance security
collaboration between the UN and host Governments. We encourage host Governments to
fully cooperate with United Nations personnel in their efforts to share threat and risk
analysis and coordinate prevention and mitigation measures. The international community
must unite to ensure the protection of all UN personnel.
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