Prince Saud Al-Faisal, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia addressed today the 63rd session of the General Assembly of the United Nations. Following is the full text of the speech: Mr. President, I would like to begin by expressing to you, and to your friendly country Nicaragua, our sincere congratulations on your assumption of the presidency of the sixty-third session of the General Assembly of the United Nations. I am fully confident that your diplomatic experience and your extensive knowledge of international affairs will be the best guarantee of the smooth running and success of the session's work. I also wish to express our gratitude and appreciation to your predecessor Dr. Srgjan Kerim, who directed the work of the previous session in such a wise and able manner. I likewise extend our gratitude and appreciation to H.E. Mr. Ban Ki-moon, the Secretary-General, for his tireless endeavors to strengthen the role of the United Nations and uphold its principles in spite of the increasing challenges and difficult circumstances with which we are faced. We wish to assure His Excellency of our full support and backing in this regard. --More
