Chairperson, I move without notice:
That the Council -
(1) notes the election of a son and hero of African descent, Senator Barack Obama as the ?rst African-American President and the 44th President of the United States of America;
(2) acknowledges that this is a landmark in the history of the world, which ushers in the beginning of a new era for the political landscape in the United States and globally;
(3) shares the optimism of world leaders in general, and African leaders in particular that under the leadership of President Obama the United States government will continue to inspire and work alongside leaders in the international community in addressing all the major issues of concern to humanity, especially those relating to peace and security and the ?ght against poverty, hunger and poor health; and
(4) takes this opportunity to convey the sincerest congratulations of the people of South Africa to president-elect Barack Obama for standing tall on the shoulders of the world, and our renewed assurance to work together with the people of the United States for a better and safe world.
Motion agreed to in accordance with section 65 of the Constitution.