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EGILS LEVITS, President of Latvia, said the Organization that rose from the ashes of the Second World War is the foundation of today¡¯s rules?based international order.  Latvia was able to join the United Nations only in 1991, after gaining independence.  Since then, it has been a staunch advocate of international law, human rights, democracy and effective multilateralism.  A modern European nation, with a desire to contribute to international peace, Latvia is a candidate for a 2025 seat on the Security Council.  Working methods must be adjusted and discussions must continue on United Nations reforms, including in the Council, so that a more effective United Nations can deliver on the ground.  In Latvia, this anniversary will be marked by public events during ¡°UN Month¡±, with a focus on the meaningful involvement of young people.  Children will learn how the United Nations works and why multilateralism matters.  ¡°We must empower young people,¡± he asserted, as they will have to live with the consequences of collective action, or inaction.

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