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UN SG - REMARKS TO THE SECURITY COUNCIL ON ENHANCING AFRICAN CAPACITIES IN THE AREAS OF PEACE AND SECURITY
Mr. President,
Honourable Ministers,
Distinguished Members of the Council,
Let me begin by thanking the government of China for convening this meeting to focus on enhancing African capacities in the areas of peace and security.
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