UN General Debate Day 5: Calls for Multipolar Security, Humanitarian Action, and Diplomacy
By New York Diplomat Staff – September 27, 2025

BELARUS: Foreign Minister Maxim Ryzhenkov urged a new “Eurasian security architecture” based on equality and indivisibility. Criticizing what he called the West’s post-Cold War dominance, Ryzhenkov warned that the UN risks repeating the fate of the League of Nations if it cannot act as an impartial forum. He condemned NATO’s eastward expansion and called on European states to overcome skepticism toward Eastern initiatives, promoting a multipolar and cooperative security framework.

EGYPT: Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty condemned the ongoing violence in Gaza and recent attacks on Qatar. He praised President Trump for efforts to end the conflict and reaffirmed Egypt’s commitment to preventing “a new Nakba.” Abdelatty called for the release of Israeli hostages, the protection of Palestinian civilians, and the restoration of hope, while emphasizing Egypt’s role in facilitating humanitarian aid and a ceasefire.

INDIA: Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar highlighted India’s infrastructure development and its commitment to responsible AI use. He emphasized the country’s openness to sharing technological tools internationally to drive inclusive growth, stressing “zero tolerance for terrorism.”

ICELAND: Prime Minister Thorgerdur Katrín Gunnarsdóttir stressed that the UN’s founding principles of human dignity and cooperation must remain the guiding compass. She criticized the rise of isolationism, Russian aggression in Ukraine, and systematic violence in Gaza, warning that disregard for international law endangers all nations. Gunnarsdóttir also called attention to the militarization of emerging technologies and reductions in development budgets, advocating global responsibility for the most vulnerable.

GERMANY: Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul affirmed Germany’s dedication to the UN, the Iran nuclear deal, and peace in the Middle East. Highlighting renewed sanctions against Iran, he called for continued diplomacy and reiterated support for a two-state solution in Israel-Palestine. Wadephul emphasized accountability in international conflicts and action against aggression, including the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

BRUNEI DARUSSALAM: Second Foreign Minister Setia Awang Haji Erywan Yusof criticized Security Council paralysis due to veto powers and urged stronger, representative multilateralism. He underscored Brunei’s active engagement in peacekeeping, climate initiatives, and regional cooperation while advocating full Palestinian recognition at the UN.

CUBA: Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla condemned U.S. military actions in the Caribbean and threats against Venezuela. He denounced economic sanctions as a long-standing “war” against Cuba and highlighted climate change and debt as new forms of external pressure.

RUSSIA: Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stressed respect for equality among nations and criticized Western approaches to the Ukraine conflict. He called for renewed U.S.-Russia dialogue, opposed NATO expansion, and condemned what he described as divisive “us vs. them” policies. Lavrov also highlighted the importance of adhering to UN Charter principles established after World War II.

CAMBODIA: Vice Prime Minister Sokhonn Prak warned that unilateral territorial moves by a neighboring country threaten Cambodia’s fragile peace. He advocated pragmatic UN reforms to enhance preventive diplomacy and Assembly representation.

ARMENIA: Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan celebrated the peace agreement with Azerbaijan, emphasizing sovereignty, mutual cooperation, and a “Route Trump” initiative to ensure lasting peace. He stressed that peace requires daily care and vigilance to protect gains and prevent future conflict.

As the UNGA continues, leaders from across the globe confront issues ranging from regional conflicts and humanitarian crises to multilateral reform and global security. Day five showcased a spectrum of visions, highlighting both geopolitical tensions and the pursuit of cooperative solutions.