Croatia🇭🇷 is proud to be elected Vice-Chair of the @UNPeacebuilding Commission, alongside Bangladesh, Brazil and Germany. We look forward to working with Chair Morocco and all #PBC members to implement the resolution on the Review of the Peacebuilding Architecture.

Amb. Ivan Šimonović, former #UNECOSOC President, at today’s Coordination Segment: #ECOSOC80 is not just a milestone—it’s hope for better lives & shared prosperity. To get there, we need 3 shifts: events ➡️ responsibility; coordination ➡️ inst. coherence; lip service ➡️ delivery. #GlobalGoals

At the #ECOSOC Partnership Forum, Croatia🇭🇷 shared its experience demonstrating how partnerships and multistakeholder cooperation help advance the #SDGs, supporting transformation, equity & innovation. #Partnership4SDGs

Wishing everyone celebrating a very merry Christmas and a peaceful 2026 from all of us at the Croatian Permanent Mission🎄✨!

At today’s #UNSC open debate on Leadership for Peace, Croatia 🇭🇷stressed that, as the UN looks to its next Secretary-General, we need not a placeholder, but a leader - independent, impartial & visionary - who can unite Member States, uphold human rights, and build lasting peace.

Croatia🇭🇷 is proud to have been elected to the @UNPeacebuilding Commission for the term 2026–27! We look forward to working with other PBC members to strengthen the UN peacebuilding architecture, in line with the recently adopted #UNGA and #UNSC resolutions.

At the #UNSC debate on IRMCT, Croatia🇭🇷 reaffirmed its strong support for the remaining work of the Mechanism, and preservation of the ICTY and ICTR legacy. Resolving the fate of 1740 missing Croatian citizens remains our long-standing priority.

On this #HumanRightsDay, Croatia 🇭🇷 stands firm in defense of the UN human rights system. Human rights are universal & indivisible, and the foundation of peace, development & security. We remain committed to protecting human rights - in principle and in practice.

Croatia participated at today's High-level Pledging event on the Central Emergency Response Fund for 2026 - committing €100,000 to #CERF20. We 🇭🇷 are proud to #InvestInHumanity through a fund for all by all.

Today, Croatia 🇭🇷 voted in the UN General Assembly election to fill a vacant seat on the International Court of Justice (@CIJ_ICJ), the UN’s principal judicial organ 🇺🇳. Congratulations to Kenya 🇰🇪 and @Phoebe_Okowa on her successful election!

At the #UNSC debate on peace operations, 🇭🇷 emphasized their crucial role in preventing & managing conflicts, underlining rising threats that call for stronger civilian protection, local trust-building, agile capacities & meaningful inclusion of women, youth & local communities.

At today’s #UNSC debate on promoting international peace and security, Croatia 🇭🇷 called for bold action to prioritize peaceful dispute resolution. Prevention, inclusion, and multilateralism must guide us toward a more just and resilient world

With the #PactForTheFuture advancing, Croatia 🇭🇷 highlights the urgency of sustained implementation efforts. We urge leveraging upcoming global processes and fostering voluntary reporting of the Pact implementation to drive transparency, data-based action, and shared learning.

Only 35% of #SDG targets are on track—urgency is real. The Sevilla Commitment matters. Croatia🇭🇷, VP of #FfD4 Conference, calls for bold action and inclusive partnerships. We’re ready to share our journey.

Consensus achieved! The UN OEWG on ICT concludes in New York — a milestone for multilateral and cyber diplomacy and a clear commitment to implementation of the UN framework for responsible behaviour of States in cyberspace. Looking ahead to the new Global mechanism.

Croatia 🇭🇷 welcomes today’s #UN dialogue on health determinants. To tackle existing inequalities - poverty, discrimination, limited access to services - we need stronger policies, cross-sectoral cooperation & to recognize that health, peace & development are inseparable.

As the UN OEWG on cyber enters its final stretch, 🇭🇷 Croatia remains committed to consensus, cooperation, and a future mechanism that strengthens global cyber stability — with the expectation that years of constructive dialogue will be adequately reflected in the outcome.

At the annual #UNGA debate marking #R2P20, Croatia promoted national prevention as the cornerstone of atrocity prevention. We welcomed the focus on R2P focal points & National Human Rights Institutions - prevention starts at home. 🇭🇷 contributed also through the PBC & R2P GoF.

The #UNGA adopted today by consensus a historic resolution proclaiming 27 June the International day of deafblindness! Croatia is proud to have led this effort with 🇦🇬🇩🇯🇯🇴🇹🇿 and in partnership with the @WFDeafBlind! We thank all cosponsors for their support!

🇭🇷 thanks all those who participated in our #Cosp18 CRPD side event yesterday with @IDA_CRPD_Forum and @WFDeafBlind on the International Day of Deafblindness! We appreciate the support of the @UN SR on rights of persons with disabilities Ms Heba Hagrass and of our cosponsors 🇹🇿🇯🇴

Today at #UNSC debate on IRMCT, Croatia🇭🇷 reaffirmed its strong support for the remaining work of the Mechanism, and preservation of the ICTY and ICTR legacy. Resolving the fate of 1748 missing Croatian citizens remains our long-standing priority.

The delegation of 🇭🇷 at #Cosp18 CRPD, led by State Secretary Marija Pletikosa from @mrms_RH, is honoured to reconfirm its commitment to #CRPD. Raising awareness, 🇭🇷 with @WFDeafBlind, and a group of countries, is promoting the initiative for an International Day of Deafblindness!

🎉 Congratulations to Bahrain 🇧🇭, Colombia 🇨🇴, the Democratic Republic of the Congo 🇨🇩, Latvia 🇱🇻, and Liberia 🇱🇷 on joining the @UN Security Council! #Croatia looks forward to working with you as we tackle global challenges together during the 2026-2027 term.

Croatia🇭🇷 underlined today at the #UNGA meeting on future of peace operations that @UNPeacekeeping remains a vital tool for preventing, managing & limiting armed conflict. We welcome broad consultations & open dialogue to strengthen future peace missions.

🚣‍♂️ Incredible feat! Croatian rowers tackled Manhattan's challenging waters in a traditional Neretva boat - a demanding tribute to the enduring spirit of freedom and human determination. Celebrating 33 years of Croatia in the UN family. 🇭🇷🇺🇳 #Croatia #UN33 #Rowing #Manhattan

At today’s #UNSC debate on Protecting Civilians, 🇭🇷 called for stronger IHL compliance and a holistic approach to sustaining peace. Highlighting the staggering nr of #missing persons and reminding of #R2P, we reaffirm: justice and protection must be priorities, not promises.

During #POCweek2025 and on the occasion of the annual #UNSC debate on Protection of civilians, Croatia🇭🇷joined today the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Greece and 80 others, in a common call to respect #IHL always: not as a mere aspiration but a moral and legal obligation.

At the briefing on #UN80 with SGUN Guterres, Croatia 🇭🇷 confirmed it stands ready to support a bold, ambitious future for the @UN. We must act together—Member States & the UN system—to ensure impact, accountability & efficiency, improving mandate delivery across its pillars.

Croatia🇭🇷 at @UN General Assembly: “Robust monitoring & evaluation are key to implementing the #PactForTheFuture. Timely, reliable data and coordination are vital for accountability & transformative action towards a sustainable, equitable world.”

Today at the #SDG16Conference, Croatia 🇭🇷 emphasized that strong institutions, conflict prevention, peacebuilding, human rights protection & engagement of civil society, including women and youth, media & marginalized groups are essential for the implementation of #SDG16.

We thank all our colleagues, tambura ensemble Kolo Grupa Kardinal Stepinac & photographer @NinoMarcutti for joining us last night at Croatia’s Statehood Day🇭🇷 reception, making it a memorable evening of celebration in #UNHQ!

Today at the @UNECOSOC special meeting on #AI, Croatia🇭🇷 stressed that digitalization is one of its development priorities and that it stands ready to share its national experience, including through the work in #ECOSOC if elected for the period 2026-28.

#UNSC debate on #BiH: 🇭🇷 urged all political actors to engage constructively & respect the constitutional order of 🇧🇦 Lasting political stability in BiH can only be achieved through meaningful reform that eliminates discrimination & inequality among the three constituent peoples.

Croatia 🇭🇷 reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to the #NPT as a cornerstone of global nuclear non-proliferation. We continue to strongly support non-proliferation, disarmament, and the rules-based international order.

Today at the @UNECOSOC #FfD Forum, Croatia🇭🇷 underlined the importance of #private sector investment in sustainable development & offered to share the lessons learned through its work in #ECOSOC if elected for the term 2026-28.

The @UNECOSOC Youth Forum started today! In the panel on #SDG3, Croatia 🇭🇷 called for prioritizing #health through inclusive & science-driven policies that rely on partnerships with #youth to build healthy & resilient societies for us & the generations to come.

On the occasion of the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in #MineAction, Croatia participated in a 🇦🇿 event on humanitarian mine action, highlighting bilateral cooperation and its success in demining. 🇭🇷 is projected to be mine free by March 2026!

“Addressing risks posed by #AI in intl peace & security is not a barrier to innovation - it is its safeguard. By setting clear boundaries, rooted in human rights, freedoms & values, we cultivate an environment where AI advances safely”, 🇭🇷 said at #UNSC Arria meeting on AI.

At the Arria-formula #UNSC meeting on #SALW control, Croatia reiterated its call for responsible arms transfers and prevention of weapon diversion. As part of support for intl peace and security, Croatia strengthened national legislation and aligned with EU and UN frameworks.

At today’s #UNGA briefing by High Commisioner @volker_turk on #missingpersons, Croatia reminded of its experience and progress in finding those missing after the Homeland War. 🇭🇷 continues to advocate for enhanced cooperation, the opening of archives and information sharing.

At today’s #UNGA meeting on the implementation of the #PactForTheFuture, Croatia🇭🇷 stressed that this is the time to double down on our efforts. Together, we must act with urgency, ambition & unity to transform commitments into tangible progress for all.

At today’s #UNSC open debate, Croatia🇭🇷underlined three key points for the success of UN peace operations: ➡️mandate-driven approach ➡️use of technology and intelligence ➡️focus on inclusive partnerships

Celebrating #IntlForestDay at the UN, Croatia🇭🇷 - as the main initiator of the 2011 International Year of Forests - said that the responsibility to safeguard Earth’s forests transcends borders and requires strengthened global & regional cooperation.

🌱🌍Happy International Day of Forests! “Forests are not just trees, but rich and complex ecosystems. They support life in the skies, on the ground and underground, and influence cultures & societies worldwide”, Croatia🇭🇷 said today at the #UNHQ. #ForestDay

Today, we inaugurated our banner in #UNHQ “Croatia for #ECOSOC 2026-2028”. The 🇭🇷 delegation to #CSW69 came to show support; revitalization of CSW under the #PactForTheFuture is one of our priorities for ECOSOC membership.

A packed room today for our side event to #CSW69 “United against femicide” coorganized by 🇭🇷🇨🇾🇧🇪 and the Women’s Network of Croatia with the participation of 🇿🇦. An important and riveting conversation between government, civil society and academia happening now in UNHQ.

#CSW69🇺🇳|🇭🇷 & the Int Confederation of Midwives have the pleasure to present “Woman-Centered Care in Action”, a powerful exhibition showcasing #midwives as an essential part in the fight for #GenderEquality. Be insipired with the exhibition📍in 1B corridor #UNHQ, until 21 March.

Participating at the @UNECOSOC Development Cooperation Forum, Croatia🇭🇷 underlined national efforts invested in building partnerships & enhancing overall efectiveness of its #DevelopmentCooperation, and reaffirmed its full commitment to stability and progress.

Standing together #ForAllWomenAndGirls, the delegation of Croatia🇭🇷 to #CSW69 is attending a special high-level event on women’s rights in review 30 years after Beijing. For rights, equality, empowerment.

Croatia is here for women’s rights! The delegation of Croatia 🇭🇷 to #CSW69, led by State Secretary @MadjericMa and including representatives from civil society is happy to attend the opening of CSW69 and reaffirm our commitment to gender equality as we mark #Beijing30.