AlQa'dah 13, 1433, Sep 29, 2012, SPA -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia stressed that the Palestinian issue which has been the keystone of the Arab-Israeli conflict, remains a constant challenge for the United Nations since its inception and for more than sixty years, affirming that Israel has been the side that should bear full responsibility for the stagnation endured by the peace process. Following is the Speech of Prince Abdulaziz Bin Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz, Head of the Delegation of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, delivered on Friday September 28nd, 2012 before the United Nations General Assembly 67th Session in New York: In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful, Most Compassionate Mr. President, At the outset, it gives me great pleasure to convey to Your Excellency my sincere congratulations on your election as President of the 67th session of the UN General Assembly, wishing Your Excellency success in the performance of your duties and responsibilities, particularly during these critical circumstances experienced by the international community. I also take this opportunity to express my deep gratitude and appreciation to your predecessor the President of the UN General Assembly at its 66th Session, His Excellency Ambassador Nassir Al-Nasser, who managed its entire works with wisdom and professionalism. Moreover, it gives me pleasure to once more commend the great efforts of His Excellency the UN Secretary-General, Mr. Ban Ki-moon, serving the United Nations and promoting its message aiming to achieve international peace and security. --More
