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Official Account of the Permanent Mission of Liechtenstein to the UN, New York.
In briefing on PGA priorities, LI:
• Highlights GA role in #UN80Initiative, in particular on mandates and structural reform
• Looks for a transparent and inclusive SG selection and appointment process
• Reiterates GA's Peace and Security role, including on violations of intl law on use of force
January 14, 2026 at 10:23 PM
LI is shocked by the reports on the widespread lethal use of force against peaceful protesters by the Iranian security forces. If confirmed, these acts would constitute crimes against humanity and warrant a referral of the situation to the International Criminal Court, by the UN Security Council
January 14, 2026 at 10:14 PM
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The Global Institute for the Prevention of Aggression condemns the United States of America’s act of #aggression against #Venezuela: crimeofaggression.info/wp-content/u...
January 12, 2026 at 6:31 PM
In closely monitoring developments in Venezuela, LI emphasizes importance of full respect of UN Charter, and in particular its Art. 2.4, in international relations and right of the people of Venezuela to live in freedom, with a democratically elected Government and on the basis of the rule of law.
January 5, 2026 at 6:09 PM
At SC Open Debate on Leadership for Peace, LI:
• Emphasizes that leadership must be based in the Charter
• Notes that the next Secretary-General must embody these same Charter principles
• Commits to working with all Members in service of peace in the coming year
December 15, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Today, LI is proud to have sent its annual financial contribution for 2026 to the ICC to support the Court’s resilience and critical work in promoting international justice. #AccountabilityMatters
December 12, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Today’s Human Rights Day is but another reminder that human rights are not abstract, but shape our daily lives. From clean water to the freedom of expression – these essentials matter everywhere, for everyone. #OurEverydayRights #HumanRightsDay
December 10, 2025 at 5:28 PM
At the #CERF Pledging Event today, LI:
• celebrated CERF as an efficient tool for rapid humanitarian action
• pledged to contribute CHF 300,000 for 2026
• expressed concerns over record-level needs + severe UN liquidity crisis + OCHA funding cuts
#CERF #HumanitarianAid
December 9, 2025 at 10:19 PM
LI has again contributed to the Special Purpose Trust Fund for UN Development System repositioning according to the scale of assessment. This reflects our strong support for the UN RC system and efforts to enhance its efficiency & our conviction that it should be funded through the regular budget.
December 8, 2025 at 10:56 PM
At the 11th Emergency Special Session, LI:
- condemned the forced deportation of Ukrainian children
- called for accountability & compliance with ICC arrest warrants in connection with the abductions
- reiterated the need for a comprehensive, just & lasting peace in Ukraine
December 3, 2025 at 10:45 PM
At the ICC ASP 24th session, LI stressed:
-solidarity with indiv. under sanctions & need to support them
-imp. of Court’s resilience
-need for operational support through financial contributions and cooperation
-more accountability for the crime of aggression through harmonization of the RS
December 3, 2025 at 6:31 AM
A great way to open the 24th ICC ASP— starting with the use of force and advancing Rome Statute universality. Co-sponsored by 🇱🇮🇨🇭🇩🇪🇸🇮🇨🇱🇻🇺, GIPA & PGA, the event stressed the need for more accountability for aggression, complement the UN Charter and promote universality of the RS as amended
December 1, 2025 at 9:20 AM
At the GA, LI reaffirmed its commitment to combating human trafficking. Central to its effort is the FAST initiative, which in partnership with the private sector and UNDP, harnesses the financial sector’s power to disrupt illicit flows linked to trafficking. LI invites actors to join the initiative
November 25, 2025 at 8:26 PM
LI on behalf of 57 States on the Use of the Veto:
• The #VetoInitiative has ensured that vetoes are no longer the end of the conversation.
• The GA can take action when the Security Council is blocked.
• We must also fully implement the Charter provision that a 'party to a dispute' shall not vote.
November 20, 2025 at 3:47 PM
At debate on SC reform, LI:
- Encourages States to continue to put forward models to bring us towards consensus
- Reminds States of commitments made in the Pact of the Future, including to limit scope and use of the veto
- Urges the SC and GA to work together to more effectively fulfill the Charter.
November 18, 2025 at 5:15 PM
At the SC Open Debate on SC Working Methods Liechtenstein:
- Called on the SC to fulfill its responsibility to uphold peace and security by acting
- Called for a transparent, accountable and inclusive SG selection process
- Encouraged collaboration of the SC in the ongoing UN80 reform process
November 14, 2025 at 9:13 PM
At the UNGA Debate on the #ICC report, LI said:
- RS is one of the most significant achievements for treaty-making
- ICC must act independently and free of political interference
- States’ support to ensure the ICC business continuity is key
- The ICC and the UN-Charter serve a common purpose
November 14, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Thanks a lot SRSG CAAC team for visiting Liechtenstein and championing the #ProveItMatters campaign! Your interactive engagement was deeply appreciated by our youth, who shared powerful messages and folded peace doves now on their way to NYC.
November 14, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Today, 59 States, including LI, expressed their support for the independence, impartiality, and integrity of the ICC. We stand firmly with the Court against sanctions of ICC officials, staff and those cooperating with it and reaffirm our shared commitment to fight impunity.
November 11, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Hurricane Melissa has devastated the Caribbean. In response, LI contributes CHF 100,000 to @wfp.org to support emergency aid for 1.1M people in Jamaica, Cuba, Haiti and Dominican Republic. LI stands in full solidarity with those affected!
November 5, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Today, at the UNGA on the #ICJ report, LI underlined:
* the imp. of the advisory role of the Court illustrated by the latest opinions on climate change and UNWRA
* the imp. of accepting the compulsary jurisdiction of the court
* the need for adequate resources provided to the Court
October 31, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Honoured to have a full room today at the Liechtenstein mission to discuss with the President and the Vice President of the #ICC ASP and the ICC Registrar on the resilience of the Court and pave the way for the preparation of the 24th session of the #ICC ASP
October 30, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Delighted to have hosted an event on the findings of the ILC report on immunities of State officials from foreign criminal jurisdiction, co-sponsored by 🇨🇱, 🇪🇪, 🇸🇱, 🇷🇴, 🇳🇿 and in collaboration with ILC Members.
October 29, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Grateful to join “80 Years After Nuremberg and Tokyo: The Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine”, co-sponsored by 🇺🇦 , 🇩🇪 , EEAS, the Council of Europe, 🇱🇹 and CSOs.
October 28, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Thank you Slovenia for hosting discussions on upholding the independence of the #ICC co-sponsored by 🇱🇮 and 🇸🇪🇫🇮🇫🇷🇸🇱🇨🇭🇧🇪🇨🇱. The #ICC ASP President, #HRW, #FoleyHoag and the SR on the independence of judges and lawyers, stressed the impact of sanctions and resilience of the Court.
October 28, 2025 at 4:02 PM