Wed Sep 25 07:33:08 UTC 2024: ## Latvia Calls for Stronger Action Against Russia at UN General Assembly

**New York, September 24, 2024** – Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže has called for increased international efforts to degrade Russia’s military capabilities and prevent further attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure during the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

Minister Braže participated in several high-level meetings, including a G7+ Foreign Ministers’ Meeting focused on supporting Ukraine’s energy sector and a meeting with Baltic and Nordic (NB8) counterparts and Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha. She stressed the importance of bolstering international support for Ukraine, both financially and militarily, and urged the international community to take stronger action against Russia.

“We must not only ensure urgent support for the restoration and strengthening of Ukraine’s energy infrastructure,” Minister Braže stated, “but also undermine Russia’s military capabilities to prevent further destruction and attacks on peaceful civilians.”

Latvia has already provided significant assistance to Ukraine’s energy sector this year, including power plants, generators, and transformers. The country also actively participates in efforts to impose sanctions against Russia and prevent sanctions circumvention.

Minister Braže also emphasized the need for global governance reform, particularly in the field of artificial intelligence. She highlighted Latvia’s commitment to promoting safe and trustworthy AI development and expressed the importance of international partnerships to foster further advancement.

“Opportunities created by AI should be harnessed towards both economic development and strengthening of cybersecurity,” she said.

During the UNGA High-Level Week, Latvia will continue to advocate for international legal order, the independence of all UN Member States, and accountability for violations of international law. The country is currently a candidate for membership of the United Nations Security Council for the period of 2026-2027, reflecting its commitment to international peace and security.

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