“Murakaza neza to the official website of the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Rwanda to the United Nations.

Rwanda’s journey with the United Nations began on September 18, 1962, becoming a member during a historical period of political division. In the years since, particularly after the tragic events of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, Rwanda has risen with resilience, transforming its future through unity, reconciliation, and a commitment to sustainable development. This post-genocide rebirth has shaped our foreign policy and deepened our partnership with the United Nations across a wide range of critical areas.

Since 1994, the Permanent Mission of Rwanda has been actively engaged in all six UN committees and numerous subsidiary bodies, working closely with other member states to foster international cooperation, promote peace and security, and advance sustainable development for all. Our dedication to multilateralism is deeply rooted in the lessons of our past and our collective aspirations for a more prosperous and harmonious future.

As one of the top troop contributing countries, Rwanda's work at the United Nations reflects a vision that extends beyond peacekeeping or conflict resolution. We believe in addressing the root causes of conflicts—poverty, inequality, exclusion, and hate speech—and in building a world where peace is sustained through economic and social development. Our engagement emphasizes that multilateral diplomacy is not only a means to resolve crises but also a powerful tool to prevent them from arising.

In our mission, we are equally committed to fostering strong bilateral relationships with the accredited countries Chile, Colombia, Venezuela, Jamaica, and Barbados, while building bridges of cooperation with member states across the globe.

The challenges of today’s world, such as climate change, require collective action. We firmly believe that regional efforts, particularly in Africa, hold immense potential for creating lasting solutions, thanks to their proximity and deep understanding of local contexts. As a pioneer in the global struggle to end plastic pollution, one of our priorities for this session includes the Global Plastic Treaty where Rwanda will engage with member states and partners, calling for a joint effort to finalize a bold agreement to eliminate plastic pollution.

At Rwanda’s Permanent Mission to the UN, we remain steadfast in our pursuit of a future defined by sustainable development founded on peace, and security. We believe that collaboration among nations is essential to achieving this vision and while nations may vary in influence, Rwanda’s experience over the past 30 years has shown that putting bias and differences aside to work together can yield remarkable progress.

We invite you to discover more about Rwanda’s contributions in the United Nations and hope it provides insight into our vision for a peaceful, secure, and prosperous world that leaves no one behind.

Murakoze.”