Archbishop Christophe El Kassis, Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the UN, emphasized the urgent need for disarmament and tackling root causes of poverty during the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. He highlighted the fragility of progress towards human development and the concern over nuclear weapons and emerging technologies. The Holy See called for respect of existing international commitments and prevention of the militarization of outer space. Additionally, Archbishop El Kassis addressed the root causes of hunger, including conflicts, climate change, and economic structures, stressing the importance of human dignity in addressing these issues. More: Vatican News
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