Trump Boasts "Ending Seven Wars" in UN Speech... Reaffirms 'America First' Policy (Comprehensive)

First UN General Assembly Speech Since Start of Second Term
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Emphasizes 'America First' in Border, Trade, and Immigration Policies

On September 23 (local time), U.S. President Donald Trump strongly criticized the United Nations, claiming that he ended seven wars around the world during his second term in office. He emphasized the need for reform, arguing that the United Nations has enormous potential but fails to fulfill its role due to incompetence and corruption. At the same time, he promoted his achievements in trade and border policies, expressing his intention to lead a world order centered on "America First."

President Trump made these remarks during his keynote address at the high-level session of the United Nations General Assembly held at the United Nations headquarters in New York. He stated, "I ended seven wars within seven months of taking office."

He took the podium following Brazilian President Luiz In?cio Lula da Silva, who was the first head of state to speak. This speech marked President Trump's first address to the United Nations General Assembly since the start of his second term and lasted for about an hour.

President Trump explained that he contributed to resolving conflicts between Cambodia and Thailand, Kosovo and Serbia, Congo and Rwanda, Pakistan and India, Israel and Iran, Egypt and Ethiopia, and Armenia and Azerbaijan. He added, "I did not receive even a single phone call from the United Nations," and pointed out, "It is very regrettable that I had to do these things instead of the United Nations fulfilling its role."

He also remarked, "The only things I received from the United Nations were a terrible escalator and a broken teleprompter." This was a joking reference to his experience that morning when the escalator stopped and the teleprompter malfunctioned as he was entering the assembly hall, but it was interpreted as a pointed criticism of the United Nations' incompetence. He reiterated, "The United Nations has tremendous potential, but it is not fulfilling it properly."

President Trump once again expressed his desire to win the Nobel Peace Prize, saying, "Everyone says I should receive the Nobel Peace Prize. However, the real prize is that millions of people are no longer sacrificed in endless and shameful wars."

President Trump's remarks came at a time when the United Nations system is being shaken by conflicts among major powers and the suspension of U.S. support. On the diplomatic stage, which symbolizes international cooperation, he launched a direct and strong attack on the United Nations.

On the other hand, he devoted a significant portion of his speech to promoting his own policies on controversial issues such as trade, borders, and climate. He reaffirmed his commitment to maintaining the "America First" stance ahead of next year's midterm elections.

Regarding trade policy, he said, "The United States wants active trade and commercial exchanges with all countries, but they must be fair and reciprocal," adding, "The factories of countries that abided by the rules have all been plundered," explaining that tariffs are an inevitable measure. He cited the United Kingdom, the European Union, Japan, and South Korea as examples of countries that have succeeded in trade negotiations.

He also criticized the climate change crisis as "the greatest hoax," and argued, "Complete green means complete bankruptcy," emphasizing the need for an energy policy centered on fossil fuels.

He once again confirmed his determination to crack down on illegal immigration. He stated, "If you enter the United States illegally, you will go to prison and eventually be sent back to your home country," and declared, "We reject the countless people from foreign countries who trample on our borders, violate our sovereignty, commit endless crimes, and deplete our social safety net. Once again, the United States belongs to the American people."

Meanwhile, unlike his first United Nations General Assembly speech during his first term, President Trump did not mention North Korea at all in this address. From 2017 to 2020, he delivered speeches at the United Nations General Assembly for four consecutive years, mentioning the North Korean issue on three occasions. The fact that he did not mention North Korea this time is interpreted as a cautious approach at a sensitive moment when the possibility of resuming dialogue between the United States and North Korea is being discussed.

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