Statement delivered by Her Excellency, Ambassador Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett, Permanent Representative of Guyana to the United Nations, at the United Nations Security Council briefing on the Protection of Civilians in armed conflict
Mr. President,
Thank you for convening this meeting. I also wish to thank Director Lisa Doughten, USG Mr. Gilles Michaud, and Dr. Abby Stoddard of Humanitarian Outcomes for their comprehensive briefings. I also express Guyana’s immense gratitude to you, and through you your teams, for the dedication and service you continue to render in these challenging times.
Guyana also welcomes the Secretary-General’s recommendations, on measures to prevent and respond to attacks against humanitarian and UN personnel, and their premises and assets.
Mr. President,
