Going Down: Envoy Sees New Role at U.N.
Susan E. Rice, the United States ambassador to the United Nations, said Wednesday that America had paid a price for “stiff-arming the U.N. and spurning our international partners” and pledged to work closely with the international community.
“The United States will lead in the 21st century — not with hubris, not by hectoring — but through patient diplomacy and steadfast resolve to strengthen our common security by investing in our common humanity,” ….
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The United States is “dramatically” revamping its role at the United Nations by working more closely with other nations on issues like nuclear proliferation and armed conflicts around the world, she said.
“We are demonstrating that the United States is willing to listen, respect differences and consider new ideas,” Ms. Rice said.
The United States will also pay the arrears in its dues to the United Nations, increase its support for United Nations peacekeeping efforts and end the practice of paying bill