French Republic
Minister Alain Juppé
France has been a member of the United Nations (UN) since October 24, 1945. It is a permanent member of the UN Security Council. Alain Juppé has served as France’s minister of foreign affairs since February 2011. The following is excerpted from Juppé’s statement during UN Security Council debate on UN Resolution 1973 and the Situation in Libya on March 17, 2011. The world is experiencing one of the great revolutions that change the course of history. From North Africa to the Persian Gulf, the Arab people clamor to breathe the air of liberty and democracy. From the Jasmine Revolution…
