Eritrean delegation participating in United Nations General Assembly

A senior Eritrean delegation led by Mr. Osman Saleh, Minister of Foreign Affairs, is participating in the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. On the sidelines of the assembly, Minister Osman Saleh met with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres yesterday for extensive discussions on key global matters. At the meeting, Minister Osman Saleh conveyed Eritrea’s appreciation for the Secretary-General’s services to the organization and his constructive engagement with Eritrea. Minister Osman further underlined the enduring importance of the United Nations Charter and the fundamental principles it espouses, including sovereign equality, territorial integrity, political independence, non-interference and the peaceful settlement of disputes. Foreign Minister Osman also elucidated Eritrea’s position on Sudan, which is anchored in support for a united, sovereign and stable Sudan and a Sudanese-owned, inclusive political process supported by regional and international mechanisms. On the wider region, particularly the security of the Red Sea and Bab al Mandab, Minister Osman stressed Eritrea’s support for safe maritime navigation and international coopera