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STORY: UNGA79 / PALAU
TRT: 3:01
SOURCE: UNIFEED
RESTRICTIONS: NONE
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH / NATS
DATELINE: 26 SEPTEMBER 2024, NEW YORK CITY
1. Various shots, exterior, United Nations Headquarters
2. Various shots, Uduch Sengebau Senior, Vice President and Minister of Justice of the Republic of Palau at the General Assembly Hall
3. SOUNDBITE (English) Uduch Sengebau Senior, Vice President and Minister of Justice of the Republic of Palau:
“The global response to climate change is a matter of life and death. Through the Paris Agreement and other international frameworks, we have underscored the vulnerabilities of island nations like ours.”
4. Med shot, Palau delegation
5. SOUNDBITE (English) Uduch Sengebau Senior, Vice President and Minister of Justice of the Republic of Palau:
“One of the most urgent challenges for SIDS is sea-level rise. Many of our islands sit just a few meters above sea level, leaving us vulnerable to coastal erosion, flooding, and storm surges. This is not only a present threat but an existential crisis for future generations.”
6. Wide shot, Vice President Sengebau Senior speaking at the General Assembly Hall
7. SOUNDBITE (English) Uduch Sengebau Senior, Vice President and Minister of Justice of the Republic of Palau:
“Palau is committed to reducing carbon emissions and transitioning to renewable energy. Solar, wind, and ocean energy provide opportunities to reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels and secure a cleaner, more sustainable future. Our Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) reflect this commitment, and we remain mindful of the environmental impacts of renewable energy waste, such as solar panels and batteries, which require responsible management.”
8. Med shot, Palau delegation
9. SOUNDBITE (English) Uduch Sengebau Senior, Vice President and Minister of Justice of the Republic of Palau:
“Equitable representation, including permanent and non-permanent members, is essential. We support Japan’s bid for a permanent seat and believe that SIDS should also be represented on the Council to provide a voice for those on the frontlines of global challenges.”
10. Wide shot, Vice President Sengebau Senior speaking at the General Assembly Hall
11. SOUNDBITE (English) Uduch Sengebau Senior, Vice President and Minister of Justice of the Republic of Palau:
“Palau reaffirms its strong and enduring relationship with Taiwan and calls for its meaningful participation in international organizations. Taiwan's exclusion undermines the principles of inclusivity and cooperation that the United Nations represents. UN General Assembly Resolution 2758 does not preclude Taiwan's involvement in efforts related to the Sustainable Development Goals, and we urge this assembly to support Taiwan’s rightful inclusion.”
12. Med shot, Palau delegation clapping
Vice President of Palau Uduch Sengebau Senior said, “The global response to climate change is a matter of life and death,” adding that sea-level rise “is not only a present threat but an existential crisis for future generations.”
Vice President Sengebau Senior addressed the General Assembly High-Level Debate in New York today (26 Sep).
She said that as a Small Island Developing State (SIDS), Palau, like many others, confronts unique challenges that threaten our economic development, environment, and survival. While SIDS contribute less than 1 precent of global greenhouse gas emissions, they bear the brunt of the climate crisis.
Vice President Sengebau Senior said, “Palau is committed to reducing carbon emissions and transitioning to renewable energy. Solar, wind, and ocean energy provide opportunities to reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels and secure a cleaner, more sustainable future.”
She added, “Our Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) reflect this commitment, and we remain mindful of the environmental impacts of renewable energy waste, such as solar panels and batteries, which require responsible management.”
Vice President Sengebau Senior also said, “Equitable representation, including permanent and non-permanent members, is essential.”
Paula supports Japan’s bid for a permanent seat and “believe that SIDS should also be represented on the Council to provide a voice for those on the frontlines of global challenges,” she added.
Vice President Sengebau Senior reaffirmed its “strong and enduring relationship with Taiwan and calls for its meaningful participation in international organizations.”
She said, “Taiwan's exclusion undermines the principles of inclusivity and cooperation that the United Nations represents.”
Vice President Sengebau Senior noted that “UN General Assembly Resolution 2758 does not preclude Taiwan's involvement in efforts related to the Sustainable Development Goals, and we urge this assembly to support Taiwan’s rightful inclusion.”