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Chair:	Vice-President Leoluca Belloni
Activity: Date:	Debate September 2006 | (02/06/2025)
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Agenda item: Document:	Draft resolution on the Syrian crisis A/11/5/L
Agenda item: Document:	Draft resolution on the Appointment of a Special Envoy for Syria A/11/6/L

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[Global Assembly]

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Leoluca Belloni, Vice-President of the Assembly and chair of the International Security Committee, brought down his gavel accompanied by the statement, "I hereby call this meeting to order."

"Distinguished delegates, in accordance with the Provisional Rules of Procedure of the Assembly, the International Security Committee—also known as the First Committee—serves as both a forum and decision-making body for matters concerning international peace and security."

"His Excellency Pedro da Gama, President of the Portuguese Republic, has submitted a draft resolution on the Syrian crisis, referenced A/11/5/L, to the Secretary-General. The Secretary-General has in turn transmitted this document to the President of the Assembly. The President has placed it on the agenda of this Committee."

"The agenda item titled 'Draft Resolution on the Syrian Crisis' shall now be opened for debate. Each delegation is invited to deliver a statement on the matter. Furthermore, delegations may submit proposed amendments to the Chair. These amendments will be put to a vote. Once voting on the amendments is concluded, the Committee shall proceed to vote on the final draft of the resolution."

"All relevant documentation has been circulated to delegations in preparation for this meeting."

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FIRST COMMITTEE ROOM | DEBATE

"I now invite representatives who wish to address the Assembly regarding the draft resolution on the Syrian crisis."

 

[Bossza007]

Thai Ambassador to the Global Assembly​

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Kantathi Suphamongkhon stood up from his seat and walked toward the center of the sacred chamber of international relations. He was clad in his usual black formal suit pinned by a golden hammer and sickle brooch. It had become his habit to secure the first place to address the Global Assembly, and he would speak in a calm tone full of conviction.

“Fellow delegations of nations to the Global Assembly,

It is an immense honor that the Socialist Republic of Thailand addresses this sacred chamber today. Our confederation of free socialist communes is known for its commitment to principles and values of democracy, human dignity, civil liberties, equality, and freedom. The ongoing predicament and humanitarian crisis deeply trouble the Thai people, who are raised to be socially conscious and responsible. Our nation stands with the oppressed Syrian people and the Kurdish minority, whose lands were stolen by imperialist states during the era of colonialism. The plight of the local working class and innocent civilians requires immediate international attention. Thailand has the privilege of cooperating with our partners worldwide to raise the issue of the ongoing Syrian crisis. The confederal Thai government unequivocally supports the proposed draft resolution by the Portuguese Republic, for such an initiative has been consulted with our nation.

Thailand implores the democracies of our planet to transcend their rhetoric and support this resolution by committing humanitarian resources and security forces to the proposed Global Assembly Peacekeeping Mission in Syria. We must look at Portugal as an example of a shining democracy that is brave enough to stand up for the suffering of our fellow human beings. Thailand has always seen our partner in Portugal as fervently committed to the cause of human emancipation, like our country. Even though our paths might differ, we are united in a shared vision of a human future free from war, want, and ecological destruction. The world must not stand idle, as they have the responsibility to protect those in humanitarian distress. Thailand calls upon its allies in Sweden and France to support this draft resolution, for we have the shared aspirations of a peaceful, stable, and democratic Syria.

Thank you.”​

 

[Bruno]

The Portuguese Representative for the Global Assembly, Mario Esteves, would speak after the Thai had completed his opening remarks.

"Distinguished Delegates, Esteemed Colleagues, Ladies and Gentlemen,

It is an honor to stand before you today as we convene to deliberate on a matter of profound significance to international peace and security. Portugal is deeply committed to the principles of the Global Assembly and the collective pursuit of a more stable and just world.

The draft resolution before us represents a critical step towards addressing the ongoing crisis in Syria, a situation that has not only caused immense suffering but also posed significant challenges to regional and global stability. As a nation with a long-standing tradition of promoting peace and dialogue, Portugal firmly believes in the power of collective action and the importance of upholding international law.

Our proposal to establish a Global Assembly Peacekeeping Mission in Syria (GAPMS) is rooted in the belief that a coordinated and robust international presence can help pave the way for lasting peace. The mission's mandate to facilitate free and fair elections, protect civilians, and establish a semi-demilitarized zone between Kurdish Autonomous territory and the rest of Syrian territory reflects our commitment to a comprehensive and inclusive approach to conflict resolution.

Portugal is grateful for the support and cooperation of all member states who have contributed to bringing this resolution to the floor. We are particularly heartened by the spirit of solidarity and shared purpose that has characterized our discussions thus far. It is through such collaborative efforts that we can hope to make meaningful progress towards a more peaceful and secure world.

As we embark on this debate, let us remain mindful of the urgent need for action and the profound impact that our decisions will have on the lives of countless individuals in Syria. Let us approach this task with the gravity and sense of responsibility that it demands, and let us strive to reach a consensus that reflects our shared commitment to peace, justice, and human dignity.

Thank you, and I look forward to a productive and constructive discussion."

 

[Jay]

Madame President, Distinguished Delegates,

On behalf of the People’s Republic of Türkiye, I rise today in solidarity with the working people of Syria, Arab, Turkmen, and Kurd alike, who for over a decade have borne the weight of imperialist aggression, sectarian fragmentation, and economic dispossession. Türkiye, governed by the principles of socialism and internationalist solidarity, reaffirms its commitment to peace, self-determination, and the protection of the sovereign will of the Syrian people.

Türkiye has stood at the forefront of this humanitarian crisis, sheltering over 1.1 million Syrian refugees within our borders. This is not an act of charity but a duty arising from shared struggle and human dignity. However, we must speak plainly: the economic toll of this commitment has been immense.

Our economy, already strained by decades of capitalist exploitation and recent global instability, faces enormous pressure. Infrastructure in our border provinces is overwhelmed, wages have stagnated, and social services are near a breaking point. While we will never abandon our fraternal obligations to Syria’s displaced working class, it is imperative that any international resolution addressing this conflict include binding financial assistance to frontline states, foremost among them Türkiye. Without this, such resolutions are mere paper gesture that is morally correct, but materially hollow.

Türkiye also expresses its firm opposition to operative clause 3, subsection iii of this resolution, which proposes the establishment and maintenance of a semi-demilitarized zone between the so-called Kurdish Autonomous territory and the rest of Syria.The global working class denounces all forms of ethnic chauvinism and sectarian nationalism. Such language goes against the very heart of this conflict, which is the exploitation of the Syrian people.

We object because such a measure, crafted and imposed from outside Syria, risks inflaming tensions and will only entrench ethnic divisions. It represents an approach rooted in colonial partition, not socialist reconciliation. Nationalism, in all its forms, is the antithesis of social harmony. Let us not pretend that dividing the Syrian people along ethnic lines will bring them together.

Türkiye calls on our comrade-delegates from the Socialist Republic of Thailand, whose people have long demonstrated courage in their own democratic and socialist struggles, to lead a multilateral, socialist-inspired mission focused on the true agents of peace: the workers, farmers, and families of Syria, regardless of ethnic or religious background.

Türkiye urges this Assembly to revise the resolution to reflect the following principle: military intervention must be a last resort, not a first impulse. The United Nations must exhaust all avenues of peaceful reconciliation including direct negotiations among all Syrian parties, before any boots touch Syrian soil. Furthermore, any future military deployment must return to this General Assembly for approval, following a full report from the Secretary-General detailing the outcome of peace talks.

To act otherwise risks repeating the errors of past interventions: replacing the current chaos with further chaos, and disorder with yet deeper misery for the masses.

Türkiye, as a neighboring state and historic partner of the Syrian people, believes that the Syrian crisis can only be resolved through a comprehensive, inclusive, and class-conscious process. This must center not on the desires of exiled elites or armed factions backed by foreign interests, but on the demands of Syria’s working people, who are the real victims of this long war.

Let us not rebuild Syria for them. Let us help them rebuild it for themselves.

In closing, Türkiye does not reject the idea of global solidarity, indeed, we embrace it. But solidarity must come not with conditions, not with weapons first and aid later, but with resources, humility, and a politics rooted in common humanity.

Thank you."

 

[Connor]

Ambassador for Sweden to the Global Assembly, Xavier Holm, would enter the chamber keen to take his seat behind the prestige’s row of desks donning the various names of member states. This marked the first meeting that Sweden had attended for some time albeit showed a clear commitment by central government for the country to assert itself back into international politics - sticking to tradition a small flag would be erected upon the desk aside the black leather conference folder, emblazoned with the Kingdom of Sweden coat of arms placed in front of him. Once unzipped this would open to display a number of printed papers and notebooks which he would refer to and write on throughout the meeting for his own personal reflection.

Ambassador Holm was dressed impeccably in a crosshatched three piece suit adopting a small Swedish flag on his lapel. He offered a respectful nod to nations present in close proximity to his own desk.

Whilst he had no speech to provide at the moment, he’d review the provided transcript and papers to review what he already been said.

 

[Dutchy]

Eva van Leeuwenhoek, the Deputy Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to the Global Assembly, holding the portfolio for matters of international peace and security, entered the chamber and made her way to the Dutch delegation’s designated seat. Having reviewed the draft resolution which circulated as part of the convocation, she had, in consultation with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, determined the official position of the Netherlands on the matter.

After listening to the statements delivered by the delegates of Thailand and Portugal, she signalled her intention to speak. Upon receiving acknowledgment from the Chair, she activated her microphone and leaned forward to address the committee.

"Mister Vice-President, distinguished delegates,

The Kingdom of the Netherlands aligns itself with the values and objectives underlying draft resolution A/11/5/L and our delegation thanks the Portuguese Republic, as sponsor of this draft, for their commitment to international peace and security.

Yet, as we consider this proposal, we must recall that the Global Assembly remains a young institution, one still building its credibility and legitimacy on the global stage. Every action it undertakes is subject to intense scrutiny, and a single misstep could reverberate for years, undermining the very authority we are collectively striving to establish.

This resolution, in our assessment, outlines not a traditional peacekeeping operation but a peace enforcement mission; a fundamentally different and far more complex endeavour. To commit armed forces under the banner of the Global Assembly into a volatile and fragmented environment such as Syria, with limited intelligence and without the assured consent of all major actors on the ground, is a grave risk.

We urge delegations to reflect critically on the current operational landscape in Syria: Who are the principal belligerents? What are their respective capabilities and intentions? Do any of them recognise the impartiality of an external force, and will they cooperate with its mandate? These are not rhetorical questions, they are prerequisites for any meaningful deployment.

Peacekeeping without clear situational awareness, without robust support structures, and without broad-based political consent is unlikely to succeed. Worse, it risks the lives of those we send to protect others.

The Netherlands supports the principles enshrined in this resolution: the protection of civilians, the de-escalation of conflict, and the eventual return to peace and political stability in Syria. But we remain unconvinced by the proposed implementation of this resolution, and we caution against moving forward without the careful groundwork that such a serious intervention demands.

Therefore, the Netherlands is not in a position to support the resolution in its current form. However, in the spirit of constructive engagement and cooperation, we respectfully request the Chair's permission to submit to the committee a draft resolution that seeks to establish the essential groundwork for any future peacekeeping deployment, should the Assembly, at a later stage, deem such a mission both necessary and feasible.

Thank you."

Eva handed the draft resolution to one of the Assembly clerks to deliver to the Chair.

Netherlands: Draft resolution

Netherlands: Draft Resolution

Appointment of a Special Envoy for Syria

The Assembly,

Reaffirming its strong commitment to the sovereignty, independence, unity, and territorial integrity of Syria, and to the purposes and principles of the Charter of the Global Assembly,

Recognising the critical importance of inclusive political dialogue, national reconciliation, and respect for human rights and international humanitarian law,

Expressing grave concern at the ongoing violence, humanitarian crisis, and displacement affecting millions of Syrians,

1. Calls upon the Secretary-General to appoint a Special Envoy for Syria, tasked with facilitating dialogue and promoting a peaceful resolution to the conflict;

2. Requests the Special Envoy to engage with all relevant stakeholders, including the Syrian government, opposition groups, regional actors, and international partners, to advance peace efforts;

3. Requests the Special Envoy to monitor and report on political, security, humanitarian, and human rights developments, including any violations of ceasefire agreements or international law;

4. Calls upon all parties to immediately cease all armed violence, comply fully with international humanitarian law, respect human rights, protect civilians, and ensure unhindered humanitarian access;

5. Requests the Special Envoy to submit, through the Secretary-General, an initial report to the Assembly, including a proposed pathway to peace with concrete recommendations;

6. Encourages Member States and regional actors to provide political, financial, and logistical support to the Special Envoy and related initiatives aimed at peace and humanitarian relief;

7. Requests the Secretary-General to provide periodic updates to the Assembly every six months on the progress of the Special Envoy’s mission and the overall situation in Syria;

8. Decides to remain seized of the matter.

 

[Global Assembly]

Vice-President Belloni received the draft resolution from the clerk and quickly scanned the content, finding it in line with the format becoming a draft resolution of the Assembly he would accept its submission.

“Thank you, Ms van Leeuwenhoek. The Chair acknowledges receipt of the draft resolution submitted by the Kingdom of the Netherlands and it may be referenced as A/11/6/L. The text will circulate the text to all delegations. Member States are encouraged to review the proposal carefully, and the floor will remain open for further statements and amendments."

 

[Zak]

The chamber’s grand doors swung open with a subtle but resonant creak, drawing the attention of the assembled delegates. In stepped Mikhail Mishustin, the newly elected Russian Global Assembly Ambassador, impeccably dressed in a pristine navy-blue suit that complemented his poised demeanor. In one hand, he carried a sleek leather briefcase, its polished surface catching the soft light; in the other, a cup of freshly brewed coffee, steam gently rising as if to underscore the start of a focused day.

With measured steps, Ambassador Mishustin moved confidently toward the delegation seats, his eyes briefly scanning the room as murmurs of anticipation rippled through the assembly. He nodded courteously to several colleagues, his presence commanding respect without needing to utter a word. Settling into his chair, he set the briefcase down carefully and took a deliberate sip from his coffee, reading through the transcripts and listening into the debate before he signalled to speak to the floor.

"Mister Vice-President, honourable ambassadors. The Russian Federation stands before this esteemed Assembly to express its unwavering commitment to the sovereignty, independence, unity, and territorial integrity of the Syrian Arab Republic. We reaffirm our firm belief in the purposes and principles enshrined in the Charter of the Global Assembly, and in the imperative of fostering peace, stability, and respect for human rights throughout the world.

The situation in Syria remains one of the most complex and tragic crises of our time. Millions of Syrians continue to endure violence, displacement, and suffering. It is clear that only through inclusive political dialogue, national reconciliation, and the full respect of international humanitarian law can lasting peace be achieved.

Russia’s relationship with Syria is longstanding and profound. Prior to the year 2000, our two nations shared decades of cooperation, rooted in mutual respect and strategic partnership. During the Cold War era, the Soviet Union supported Syria’s sovereignty and development, and this legacy continues to guide Russia’s engagement in the region. Our deep historical ties equip us with a nuanced understanding of Syria’s unique challenges and opportunities.

In accordance with Resolution A/11/6/ presented by the Dutch Ambassador, we respectfully nominate the Russian Federation as the Special Envoy for Syria. We are prepared to accept this solemn responsibility to facilitate dialogue among all relevant stakeholders including the Syrian government, opposition groups, regional actors, and the international community.

Our mandate will be to promote a peaceful resolution to the conflict, monitor developments in political, security, humanitarian, and human rights domains, and uphold the principles of ceasefire and international law. We call upon all parties to immediately cease all armed violence, protect civilians, and ensure unhindered humanitarian access.

The Russian Federation pledges to submit timely reports through the Secretary-General, outlining a clear pathway to peace, with concrete recommendations for reconciliation and reconstruction.

We further urge all Member States and regional partners to provide the necessary political, financial, and logistical support to this mission, for the sake of peace and stability in Syria and the wider region.

Russia stands ready to lead this endeavor with openness, determination, and respect for the Syrian people’s aspirations. We are confident that through collective effort and dialogue, a just and lasting peace can be achieved.

Thank you."

 

[Bruno]

The Portuguese representative would signal the Chair the intention to answer to the three previous representatives.

 

[Global Assembly]

The Vice-President took note of the request submitted by the representative of the Portuguese Republic for a right of reply. Addressing the Assembly, the Vice-President stated, “I have received a request for the right of reply from the representative of the Portuguese Republic, in response to remarks made earlier in this meeting by the delegations of the People’s Republic of Türkiye, the Kingdom of the Netherlands, and the Russian Federation.

In accordance with the provisional rules of procedure of the Assembly, I hereby grant the representative of the Portuguese Republic the right of reply. I kindly remind the delegation that the intervention should be strictly limited to points raised in the statements to which they are responding.

I now invite the representative of the Portuguese Republic to take the floor.”

The Vice-President then nodded to the Portuguese representative, signaling that they may proceed.

Bruno

 

[Bruno]

The Portuguese after given the permission to answer, would turn on their microphone and speak.

"Mister Vice-President, esteemed delegates,

Portugal thanks all delegations for their thoughtful and principled remarks regarding Resolution A/11/5/L. We begin by reaffirming that this resolution was drafted with only one objective in mind: the protection of civilians and the facilitation of a credible political transition through peace, not force. It was not written to impose ideology, reward factions, or violate the sovereignty of the Syrian people. It was written so the killing would stop.

Let me respond first to our colleagues in the Kingdom of the Netherlands, whose delegation we thank for the constructive approach. Portugal welcomes their proposal for a Special Envoy, and we see no contradiction in pursuing both initiatives in tandem. A robust diplomatic channel is critical, but so is civilian protection. If the Assembly chooses to adopt both this resolution and a Special Envoy, Portugal would support that effort. However, we firmly believe that deploying monitors and peacekeepers to prevent further atrocities must proceed in parallel with dialogue. Delay now risks irreparable damage to Syria's civilian infrastructure and deepens the suffering. We respectfully disagree, however, with the Dutch assessment that GAPMS constitutes “peace enforcement.” On the contrary, the rules of engagement are crystal clear: self-defense only, and protection of civilians under imminent threat, as required under international law. Nothing more. This is not coercive militarism, but responsible international stewardship.

Now to the Republic of Türkiye, whose long-standing hospitality toward Syrian refugees must be commended. Your people have borne burdens others have shied away from, and Portugal joins the call for a serious financial commitment from the international community to support frontline states like Türkiye. That said, we must strongly object to the characterization of a semi-demilitarized zone as a “colonial partition.” The zone is not an ethnic divide, but a security buffer, designed to prevent further bloodshed in a region where ceasefires have failed and reprisals against minorities are documented. It is not permanent, nor externally imposed, it is a measure to protect civilians during a fragile transition. And to suggest that any protection of Kurdish communities constitutes “sectarian nationalism” is, we believe, a dangerous conflation. One does not deny Arab suffering by protecting Kurdish lives. Peace must be indivisible.

Lastly, the Russian Federation. Portugal recognizes your historical ties with Syria. But we are compelled to raise concerns regarding your bid to serve as Special Envoy. Let us speak plainly: Russia has a military presence in Syria, is aligned with one faction in the civil war, and has taken unilateral military action that is not coordinated with the Global Assembly. While Russia can, and should play a role in Syria’s future, to appoint a directly involved party as the neutral arbiter is not diplomacy, it is a conflict of interest.

Portugal would support the Netherlands, Britain, or another neutral actor as a more fitting Envoy candidate. Neutrality is not a courtesy; it is a prerequisite.

Mister Vice-President, Portugal does not seek confrontation. We seek a ceasefire, protection of civilians, and credible elections under international observation. If other delegates have constructive amendments, we welcome them. If they have alternatives grounded in action, not rhetoric, we will listen. But what we cannot do is wait while Syrian civilians die in crossfire and a proxy war drags on in silence.

Let us act, not perfectly, but decisively.

Thank you."

 

[Jay]

Ambassador Sedat Önal would raise his hand, indicating his desire to speak after the Portuguese representative had spoken.

The People’s Republic of Türkiye acknowledges the addition of the Dutch resolution which we believe to be measured and appropriate. Indeed, it gives peace not only a chance but demonstrates the global community's obligation to exhaust all diplomatic measures before taking military action."

Ambassador Önal paused as he flipped the page in his notebook.

"However, I must reaffirm my country's opposition to Portugal's resolution. Portugal asserts that its proposed resolution seeks to protect civilians and facilitate peace, and yet it promotes the establishment of a semi-demilitarized buffer zone which, in both language and intent, serves as a de facto partition of the Syrian Arab Republic. Türkiye reiterates: this initiative does not protect Syrians as a whole; it isolates and privileges certain ethnic enclaves, effectively reinforcing a Balkanization project under the banner of international peacekeeping. The so-called buffer zone, by definition and practice, enforces a separation of populations along ethnic lines. This is not a step toward unity or peace but serves to fragment the nation that echoes colonial-era tactics of divide and rule.

Portugal’s insistence that this zone is “not permanent” or “not externally imposed” is belied by the operational realities of foreign monitors and forces determining security in Syrian territory. Let us not pretend neutrality where strategic self-interest and power projection define the architecture of this plan. Language such as “international stewardship” cannot mask the selective moralism Portugal applies, nor its dishonest use of its own diplomatic vocabulary to sanitize militarized interventionism.

Türkiye also wishes to raise its agreement with the representative of the Netherlands by reminding Portugal that the reading of the resolution is a peace enforcement mission. By its very expansive mandate, including: bringing an end to the conflict, creating the conditions for free and fair elections, and the creation of a buffer zone, the rules of engagement allow for the use of force in the defence of the mandate of the mission. Together, this mission does not follow the traditional peacekeeping model but instead fits more closely with the aggressive peace enforcement missions of United Nations Operation in the Congo.

Moreover, if Portugal claims to stand for peace, it must not confuse the protection of life with the ethnicization of conflict. To reject critiques of sectarianism by insisting that protecting Kurdish lives does not deny Arab suffering is a false dichotomy. Türkiye asserts clearly that our position is not against the Kurdish people but is against the instrumentalization of ethnic identities to redraw regional borders and empower foreign intervention. Such strategies will only create more insecurity, demonstrating the international community's interest in not supporting local-level initiatives, and importantly, make the mission of the GA far more difficult to achieve.

We also reject Portugal’s selective framing of international actors. To dismiss Russia’s involvement based on proximity while elevating the United Kingdom, a state with a long and bloody legacy of imperial interference in the Middle East, as a supposedly “neutral” actor is not just historically blind, it is intellectually dishonest. Neutrality is not something that can easily be declared but instead must be demonstrated and the UK has not demonstrated it. Türkiye wishes to nominate Thailand to provide a special envoy, and in lieu of Thailand, would support the Netherlands being asked to provide a special envoy.

Türkiye urges the General Assembly to reject any initiative that reproduces neocolonial frameworks and instead calls for a global vision of solidarity and socialism, one rooted in the liberation of all peoples from foreign domination, sectarian division, and elite-driven warfare. A buffer zone built on broken sovereignty is not peace,it is paralysis, dressed in the costume of diplomacy.

 

[Bossza007]

Thai Ambassador to the Global Assembly​

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The Thai Ambassador to the Global Assembly, Kantathi Suphamongkhon, had been observing the debate attentively ever since his opening speech. Of course, he thought, the Portuguese proposal became more controversial than the European country might initially have expected. The man noticed his Turkish comrade mentioning Thailand a few times now; he was aware of its implication. Slowly, but not lately, after the speech ended, he signaled Vice-President Leoluca Belloni that Thailand’s representative would exercise its right to respond to the Turkish diplomat and offered its thoughts on the evolving dialogue. He walked over to the podium calmly as ever, maintaining the composure deserving of a country run on democratic planning.

“Fellow delegations of nations to the Global Assembly,

Let me acknowledge the vibrant and intellectually stimulating debate that this sacred chamber has facilitated. It is truly inspiring that many countries stood for their principles and fought for what they deemed correct. Of course, Thailand cannot deny the reality that not all representatives have given their thoughts on the subject. The Syrian Crisis is not something every government has taken an interest in. The Thai delegation reiterated that its initial support for the proposed resolution was based on one of our foreign policy pillars, that humanist ethos. Our aim remains a consciously humanitarian one. That much is clear.

However, many humble representatives have made valid cases and concerns regarding the means to such a noble end. Thailand recognizes Portugal’s liberally upright vision as much as we acknowledge the Netherlands’ diplomatic imperative and Türkiye’s thought-provoking Marxist critique. The Thai delegation does not see the current debate in a reductionist term; this assembly must incorporate the diverse thoughts shown by its members. These diverging approaches represent a clear priority distinction, and Thailand wants to convey its thoughts regarding everything the discussion has included since our opening statement.

First and foremost, it is uplifting to experience our comrades in Türkiye openly applying their scientific understanding of the material world to the ongoing Syrian Crisis. The Turkish representative statement on this proposal, containing elements of ‘colonial partition’ and ‘ethnicization of conflicts’, will find much support in our vast confederation of free and self-governing communes. As Karl Marx has aptly stated in the first chapter of the Communist Manifesto, ‘the history of all hitherto existing society is the history of class struggles.’ It is an objective, scientifically grounded truth that no one can deny. The People’s Republic of Türkiye has all the grounds it needs to deliver such a critique to Portugal’s proposal. Thailand comprehends the logic behind this principled argument; the working-class struggle knows no borders, and national boundaries are social constructs that have only existed for less than half a millennium.

Moving on, the Thai delegation acknowledges the technical argument made by the Dutch representative and its subsequent diplomatically-oriented pragmatic amendment. Initially, Thailand unequivocally supports the draft resolution because it aligns with one of our foreign policy pillars. However, the Netherlands has demonstrated that Thailand must not prioritize one principle over its other stated adherence. They have raised a valid and critical concern that the Global Assembly lacks any mandate or consensus from all involved Syrian parties. As a nation known for vibrant, participatory, and prevalent democratic practices, we involve another foreign policy pillar focused on international democratization to question the draft resolution’s inherent authoritarian tendency to impose an external solution. This recognition does not dilute our initial support for the proposal’s goal. However, it broadens our understanding of the best approach we must choose as a means to such an end.

Thailand also acknowledges the Turkish representative’s call for material support. As a nation committed to Marxism, a scientific outlook toward the world, I believe Türkiye shares, we must ground our operational perimeter under the objective, materialist reality. The current economic downfall in Türkiye is a significant concern for the international community. However, it is clear that the Turkish proletarian government is committed to supporting those under humanitarian distress. Such waves of immigrants could not continue forever, as Türkiye has not yet entered a post-scarcity society. We learn from their plea that real people with families, loved ones, and friends are suffering while this assembly debates whether we should intervene in the Syrian Crisis.

Lastly, the Thai delegation takes note of the Turkish representative’s nomination of our country if the Dutch amendment passes. We appreciate this show of international solidarity, and there is no doubt that Thailand’s domestic reputation is unprecedented in its guaranteeing of expansive civil liberties, individual rights, and substantive equality. While this might be too early to discuss nominations, Thailand is always in a position to serve as a special envoy to the Global Assembly. We have had interactions with various sides of the ongoing conflict in the past. Thailand believes it remains one of the very few countries in this chamber that can sidestep differences found in such an ideologically charged and violent landscape of the Syrian Crisis.

Thank you.”​

 

[Global Assembly]

The Vice-President took note of the request submitted by the representative of the People's Republic of Türkiye for a right of reply. Addressing the Assembly, the Vice-President stated, “I have received a request for the right of reply from the representative of the People's Republic of Türkiye, in response to remarks made earlier in this meeting.

In accordance with the provisional rules of procedure of the Assembly, I hereby grant the representative of the People's Republic of Türkiye the right of reply. I kindly remind the delegation that the intervention should be strictly limited to points raised in the statements to which they are responding.

I now invite the representative of the People's Republic of Türkiye to take the floor.”

The Vice-President then nodded to the Turkish representative, signaling that they may proceed.

Following the Turkish response, the Vice-President took note of the request submitted by the representative of the Socialist Republic of Thailand. The Vice-President gazed across the room once more and made his procedural statement, “I have received a request for the right of reply from the representative of the Socialist Republic of Thailand, in response to remarks made earlier in this meeting.

In accordance with the provisional rules of procedure of the Assembly, I hereby grant the representative of the Socialist Republic of Thailand the right of reply. I kindly remind the delegation that the intervention should be strictly limited to points raised in the statements to which they are responding.

I now invite the representative of the Socialist Republic of Thailand to take the floor.”

 

[Bruno]

The Portuguese representative would signal the Chair the intention to answer to the two previous representatives. Global Assembly

 

[Global Assembly]

The Vice-President took note of the request submitted by the representative of the Portuguese Republic for a right of reply. Addressing the Assembly, the Vice-President stated, “I have received a request for the right of reply from the representative of the Portuguese Republic, in response to remarks made earlier in this meeting by the delegations of the People’s Republic of Türkiye and the Socialist Republic of Thailand.

In accordance with the provisional rules of procedure of the Assembly, I hereby grant the representative of the Portuguese Republic the right of reply. I kindly remind the delegation that the intervention should be strictly limited to points raised in the statements to which they are responding.

I now invite the representative of the Portuguese Republic to take the floor.”

The Vice-President then nodded to the Portuguese representative, signaling that they may proceed.

Bruno

 

[Bruno]

"Mr Vice-President, distinguished delegates,

Portugal thanks the delegations of Thailand and the Republic of Türkiye for their passionate and thought-provoking contributions. However, it is necessary to address some serious misunderstandings and assertions that, unfortunately, distract from the central issue, the urgent need to protect Syrian civilians and restore peace.

To the delegation of Thailand, allow me to remind you of your own words, spoken just moments ago in this very chamber:

"Thailand has the privilege of cooperating with our partners worldwide to raise the issue of the ongoing Syrian crisis. The confederal Thai government unequivocally supports the proposed draft resolution by the Portuguese Republic, for such an initiative has been consulted with our nation." Yet now, we hear caution, hesitation, and doubts cast upon the very resolution you previously endorsed. You tell us the resolution risks an “authoritarian tendency to impose an external solution” without consensus from all Syrian parties. This shift — from clear support to qualified reservation — cannot simply be dismissed as careful deliberation. It risks paralysing meaningful action. The Syrian people do not have the luxury of waiting for endless debates or perfect unanimity. They need urgent protection and relief. History and theory are important, but they cannot become shields behind which we hide from the immediate suffering of millions of displaced, traumatised, and massacred civilians.

We urge the delegation of Thailand to reaffirm its initial humanitarian commitment and join us in decisive action, not in prolonged philosophical deliberations that only prolong the agony.

The accusation that Portugal’s resolution enforces “external authoritarianism” is a serious misrepresentation! Portugal and its partners propose a mechanism backed by this very Assembly, legitimised by the collective will of sovereign nations represented here. To reject intervention on the grounds of absolute sovereignty is, in effect, to permit ongoing genocide and humanitarian disaster. Responsible internationalism is not authoritarianism; it is genuine solidarity in action and care for other cultures.

To the delegation of Türkiye, we must highlight the gravity of your rhetoric, which dismisses a proposed security buffer zone as “Balkanisation” or a “colonial partition.” This is a simplistic and dangerously misleading portrayal of a proposal designed solely to save lives and prevent further massacres, irrespective of ethnicity or territory. Protecting minorities, including the Kurdish community, is not a favour or privilege; it is a moral and legal duty of any international mission committed to human rights.

Your repeated conflation of civilian protection with “ethnic instrumentalisation” reveals, at best, a lack of compassion for those living under constant threat; at worst, it serves as a cover for geopolitical manoeuvres that have already destabilised the region profoundly.

Finally, your attempts to question the neutrality of Portugal and other European partners, while simultaneously elevating the so-called “impartiality” of states such as the Russian Federation, Thailand, and Türkiye itself, are disingenuous and revealing. None of these actors can genuinely claim neutrality. Russia’s military involvement in Syria, its explicit support for one side in the conflict, and its unilateral military actions speak louder than any diplomatic rhetoric. This is not impartial mediation — it is strategic intervention driven by national interests.

Similarly, the Thai delegation’s own domestic political stance and regional ambitions show it is far from a neutral party. Türkiye’s complex relations with Kurdish groups further confirm that it is deeply involved in the conflict, not an unbiased mediator.

To praise such actors as neutral envoys while questioning the integrity of European nations, including Portugal, is to pursue a selective and self-serving narrative. This narrative is not about protecting Syrians or fostering peace but about advancing geopolitical interests under the guise of international solidarity. The Syrian people deserve honest, transparent, and genuinely neutral mediation — not the continuation of proxy conflicts and power struggles.

Thank you."

 

[Jay]

Ambassador Sedat Önal would raise his hand, indicating his desire to speak after the Portuguese representative had spoken.

"It is quite clear, rather than amend its poorly drafted and extremely dangerous document, Portugal would rather double down and defend its imperialist mandate," Sedat said, looking around the room.

"Rather than engage with regional partners, neighbors to Syria, or those directly affected by the violence, Portugal has conspired with foreign powers, by its own admission, and instead seeks to prescribe the fate of Syria to those interests." Sedat said pointing his finger at his notepad.

"My Government unequivalently rejects this resolution and will not support it, nor any GA efforts to implement this instrumentality of colonialism. Türkiye finds it deeply troubling that Portugal, while posturing as a humanitarian actor, has engaged in territorial annexation and media campaigns invoking piracy to justify naval expansion into African maritime spaces. This is not global security, this is colonialism repackaged as global security. What African nations require is not more foreign warships, but economic justice, food security, and sovereignty over their own resources. What Syrians require is assistance, transitional justice, and national reconciliation and harmony."

Sedat crossed his fingers as he looked around the room. "Kurds, just like Turkmen, Arabs, and other Syrian groups, should enjoy the same protections. Rather than providing the GA the tools to bring a genuine peaceful reconciliation, the Portuguese seek to balkanize Syria and then set peace talks at a table of divided factions.

It is no surprise, then, that Portugal, rather than actually engage with the region, has shown its own lack of understanding of the conflict. Rather it is now turning to baseless arguments, including my apparent support for Russia as a mediator, which I have not given. Baseless arguments, including a 'complex' relationship with the Kurdish people, where there are several Kurdish members of government, dozens of Kurdish deputies, and Kurds, like their Turkish brother,s work in unity for the vision of a truly emancipated society. Our socialist project is a testament to the fact that socialism is the only path forward and that must be the same path Syrians be enabled to partake in, rather than to repackage the failed nation-state model.

But that encapsulates the sincere disregard of Portugal for what the delegations are saying today. Rather than amend its dangerous resolution, which has been rejected in some way or form by European nations such as the Netherlands, Türkiye, and Russia, and Asian nations such as Thailand.

The Representative of Portugal has said something I do agree with, however. "The Syrian people deserve honest, transparent, and genuinely neutral mediation,n not the continuation of proxy conflicts and power struggles."

That is not your resolution however. As such, I ask that the Dutch proposal be brought as a replacement and a vote be brought with the following task:

Yes - Dutch proposal replaces Portuguese draft (for the remainder of the debate)
No - Duthc proposal does not replace Portuguese draft (for the remainder of the debate)

 

[Bruno]

The Portuguese Representative would rise his hand to speak, if given permission he would do so, if not he would remain seated.

If given permission he would start speaking.

"Mr Vice-President, distinguished delegates,"

"Portugal rises not to inflame tensions, but to clarify serious mischaracterisations made in this chamber, and to reiterate our principled commitment to peace, legality, and the protection of civilians in Syria."

"The representative of the Republic of Türkiye has made a number of claims — some ideological, others personal, and several demonstrably incorrect. Portugal regrets the inflammatory tone taken, and we caution against politicising a humanitarian crisis in order to shift attention from constructive debate to theatrical accusations."

"Firstly, let us recall that Türkiye initially engaged this resolution in substance — not with the categorical rejection we have just witnessed, but with concrete proposals, serious concerns, and a call for amendments. Portugal welcomed those contributions, as any good-faith drafter should. But now, rather than pursue the amendment route — or accept that this Assembly has mechanisms to debate and improve resolutions — Türkiye has attempted to delegitimise the process entirely. That is not diplomacy; it is obstruction."

"Secondly, accusations of ‘colonialism’ and ‘imperialist mandates’ are both unfounded and ahistorical. Portugal’s proposal is not a military incursion, not a resource grab, and not an imposition of European values. It is a multilateral mechanism, under the Global Assembly, with a humanitarian mandate, subject to oversight by this very body. To present this as a scheme for division or domination is not only inaccurate, but offensive to the memory of those who continue to die daily in Syria without protection."

"On the matter of Syria itself, we are perplexed by Türkiye’s position. While Türkiye asserts solidarity with the Syrian people and claims moral authority over the Kurdish question. To imply Portugal is unqualified to speak while Türkiye is a model of objectivity defies credibility."

"Thirdly, we must address the unusual and inappropriate attempt to direct Assembly procedure. The Turkish delegation, while seated as a representative, proposed a procedural vote on the replacement of Portugal’s resolution. That is the prerogative of the Chair and Bureau, not a single delegation — no matter how passionate. We trust that all delegations here know the value of respecting process, and Portugal will not dignify procedural overreach with anything more than this clarification."

"Finally, let us return to first principles. The Syrian people need protection. They need shelter, food, security, justice. They do not need more ideological battles in this chamber, or theatrical denunciations designed to gain headlines rather than deliver results. Portugal welcomes scrutiny. We welcome constructive criticism. What we cannot welcome — and will not accept — is the defamation of sincere efforts to save lives as ‘colonialism’ simply because it is politically convenient for some to say so."

"We remain open to dialogue. We remain committed to a peaceful and multilateral resolution. And above all, we remain faithful to the idea that the Global Assembly exists to act — not to posture."

"Thank you."