AntSimpsonNZ

Kiwi, Dunedinite, diplomat. Currently New Zealand’s Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN in New York. Views all my own, RT not endorsements

[AntSimpsonNZ @RealAntSimpson1]

An important step forward for the #UN80 reform agenda, and towards achieving a more effective, efficient, and impactful UN system. @NZUN is proud to have played its part in this outcome - now let’s get busy in implementing what we agreed!

[NZ at the UN @NZUN]

Resolution 80/251 is adopted! 🇯🇲 &🇳🇿 have led the adoption of landmark UN80 🇺🇳 resolution on mandate reform, agreeing on principles and actions for a more effective, efficient and fit-for-purpose UN. Read more, including the UN Secretary-General’s remarks here ➡️https://t.co/r0y73pCeQi

[Ambassador James Larsen 🇦🇺🇺🇳 @AustraliaUN]

#UN80 is an opportunity to enhance efficiency & effectiveness to ensure the @UN system focuses on what it does best.

Today CANZ 🇨🇦🇦🇺🇳🇿 reiterated our support for the UN80 initiative.

Together, we can shape a more effective, transparent, & accountable UN for generations to come.

[AntSimpsonNZ @RealAntSimpson1]

I did a thing

[NZ at the UN @NZUN]

🇳🇿 proudly partnered with 🇨🇷 to devise #UNGA79's high-level meeting on the existential threats posed by sea-level rise.

We urge a prioritised & unified @UN response to this crucial issue impacting coastal livelihoods, especially in the Pacific 🌊

🔗 https://t.co/z34MJWCvJa
#SLR

[Winston Peters @NewZealandMFA]

🗣️ The Minister has delivered a speech to a UN Security Council High-Level Debate on “Leadership for Peace”.

“We must be resolute in our commitment to the peaceful resolution of disputes. All states must refrain from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or sovereignty of any state. Members of the Security Council are no exception.”

Full speech: https://t.co/RYkwoOot1l

🇳🇿 🇺🇳

[Winston Peters @NewZealandMFA]

The Minister is interviewed by @trtworld about needed reform of the United Nations Security Council.

[Winston Peters @NewZealandMFA]

The Minister is in New York for the High-Level Week of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly.

🇺🇳 🇳🇿

@NZUN

[AntSimpsonNZ @RealAntSimpson1]

@FrancisLReid I’m so sorry Francis. Sending you and your family all our love and support at this painful time

[AntSimpsonNZ @RealAntSimpson1]

@chrisluxonmp More like Life Support….

[Christopher Luxon @chrisluxonmp]

Proud that New Zealand has been able to provide Ukraine with support to defend itself through NZDF deployments to Europe and $6.5m in military support through the International Fund for Ukraine.

We are also helping with $10m in humanitarian and reconstruction assistance.

My thoughts are with the people of Ukraine as they mark 2 years since Russia’s illegal full-scale invasion.

[AntSimpsonNZ @RealAntSimpson1]

@AusAmbRome All the best, dear Margaret! It was a pleasure sharing some of your return to the Eternal City!

[AntSimpsonNZ @RealAntSimpson1]

‘An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure’. Conflict prevention and peacebuilding save lives and money. It’s time we got serious about investing in both #PBF #PBC #peacebuilding #CANZ

[NZ at the UN @NZUN]

🇨🇦 🇦🇺 🇳🇿
Canada, Australia and New Zealand (CANZ), are major voluntary donors to the Peacebuilding Fund (PBF), which provides critical conflict prevention and peacebuilding services in 67+ countries..

[AntSimpsonNZ @RealAntSimpson1]

@Elissa_Golberg @EdLlewellynFCDO @UKinItalia @AmbasciataUSA @AusAmbRome @nzinrome @ItalyMFA Miss you my friends!

[AntSimpsonNZ @RealAntSimpson1]

A really important outcome, that will provide 1,000s of kiwis living in Australia with more rights and security. The right thing to do, and a fitting way to celebrate this very special ANZAC relationship 🇳🇿🤝🇦🇺

[New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade @MFATNZ]

A historic decision by Australia will provide a new direct pathway to citizenship for New Zealanders living in Australia. It is a significant improvement in the rights of New Zealanders, and strengthens the trans-Tasman relationship 🇳🇿🇦🇺
Read more here: https://t.co/c1Lo8ht0i5

[AntSimpsonNZ @RealAntSimpson1]

@griwis1 @VangelisVNZ @nzinrome Welcome back! Let’s catch up if you have time!

[AntSimpsonNZ @RealAntSimpson1]

@ex_robkant @MemediVesel @MFA_MKD @nzinrome Thank you! Hoping for another epic Team NZ-Luna Rossa contest!

[AntSimpsonNZ @RealAntSimpson1]

As my mandate in Rome draws to a close, I’m having to say ‘Arrivederci’ to many friends, such as my dear colleague @MemediVesel, Ambassador of #NorthMacedonia to Italy. I’ll miss you my brother! 🇲🇰🤝🇳🇿@MFA_MKD @nzinrome

[AntSimpsonNZ @RealAntSimpson1]

@michelappleton You have quite an impressive reverse Commentator’s Curse!

[AntSimpsonNZ @RealAntSimpson1]

I will miss working with my dear friend @MilenaSofranac, Ambassador of #Montenegro to Italy. A smart, hard working & charming advocate for her country and for bilateral relations with 🇳🇿. Best wishes for the future! 🇲🇪🤝🇳🇿 @MeGovernment @nzinrome

[AntSimpsonNZ @RealAntSimpson1]

Sad to say farewell to @slavkomatanovic, a dear friend & true gentleman! Thank you for your help & guidance, & best wishes for the future. #BosniaHerzegovina faces many challenges, but you are proof that its greatest asset is its people! 🇧🇦🤝🇳🇿 @nzinrome

[AntSimpsonNZ @RealAntSimpson1]

It has been a privilege working with Goran Aleksic, Ambassador of Serbia to Italy. An exceptional diplomat and a good friend! Thank you for your help in strengthening bilateral relations. I wish you & your family the very best for the future @MFASerbia @nzinrome 🇷🇸🤝🇳🇿