‘Just peace’ can’t be found by joining organisations that charge fees: UNGA President defends UN system
Annalena Baerbock, President of the UN General Assembly, emphasized that 'just peace' cannot be achieved through organizations that charge membership fees. She highlighted the importance of the UN's role in addressing issues like genocide and protecting human rights. Baerbock also expressed support for electing a female Secretary General as the UN prepares for the upcoming election.
- ▪Baerbock criticized the Board of Peace initiated by President Trump, stating that peace cannot be contingent on financial contributions.
- ▪She reiterated that the use of force is prohibited by the UN Charter and that member states must adhere to its obligations.
- ▪The UNGA president's visit to India coincided with discussions about the election of the next UN Secretary General.
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‘Just peace’ cannot be achieved by seeking membership in organisations that charge a joining ‘fee’, said Annalena Baerbock, President of the 80th Session of the UN General Assembly on Tuesday (April 28, 2026) in response to a question on the Board of Peace for Gaza Strip started by U.S. President Donald Trump in January. Speaking to journalists in New Delhi, Ms. Baerbock cautioned against ‘unilateral use of force’ while arguing that member states of the UN can mobilise themselves for an institutional action against a state that is accused of genocide by bringing the matter to the UN Security Council.
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