general exchange of views, 2 February 2025 Chair,  I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. Albania, Norway, the United Kingdom and Ukraine also align themselves with this statement. I would like to congratulate you on your chairmanship and assure you of the EU’s full support and cooperation. We thank UNOOSA Director Aarti Holla-Maini for her leadership and efficient preparation of this session. Chair, The EU is committed to upholding the rules-based international order with