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Abdou Abarry

lines on the record: 582
first: 2020-03-31
most recent: 2021-12-30
sittings or episodes: 90
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“Allow me first of all to thank the Acting Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Ms. Stephanie Williams, for her commitment to peace and stability in Libya. I would also like to thank the Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) concerning Libya, Ambassador Juergen Schulz, for his outstanding briefing. Ceasefire violations by both sides in Libya have significantly undermined the peace efforts sponsored by the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) and have resulted in the deaths of hundreds of innocent civilians. Thousands of people have been forced to leave their homes since the beginning of the clashes between the protagonists in the Libyan crisis.”
2020-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/421 (2020) · source
“We believe that the Government has the right to fight terrorism, but must respect obligations under international human rights and humanitarian law with regard to the principle of proportionality and the protection of civilian and civilian infrastructure. The Niger commends the admirable contribution of the Syrian Women’s Advisory Board and all Syrian women as they play a leading role in de-escalating tensions, maintaining non-violence, raising awareness and fighting the spread of COVID-19 in towns and in refugee and internally displaced persons camps.”
2020-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/420 (2020) · source
“Similarly, we remain convinced that the formula for ending the Syrian crisis must be inspired by the Syrians themselves, in their various components, in accordance with resolution 2254 (2015). We also call on all parties to be more flexible during negotiations at the Constitutional Committee level in order to advance the political track for lasting peace in Syria. Furthermore, the Niger calls on both sides to show empathy in these unprecedented times by ensuring medical care for all detainees and the release of any arbitrary detainees and abductees, and by clarifying the situation of the missing persons. Lastly, the Niger recognizes the danger posed by terrorist groups in Syria.”
2020-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/420 (2020) · source
“It might not be the solution we would like to see for the Syrian crisis, but it has reduced hostilities to enable Syria to address the ongoing threat of the COVID-19 pandemic. My delegation therefore reiterates its call for continued diplomatic work between the Astana guarantors, the Council members and Special Envoy Pedersen to build on that momentum and to make progress on the political front, as mandated by resolution 2254 (2015). My delegation believes that the Syrian crisis can be settled only on a non-politicized and non-militarized basis, because only a climate of security can allow the establishment of a peace process. We therefore call on all belligerents to build on the ceasefire and refrain from any action that could escalate the situation.”
2020-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/420 (2020) · source
“I thank Mr. Geir Pedersen for his briefing and his commitment. I would also like to commend his efforts to engage with all stakeholders at both the national and the international levels. The Niger continues to support the calls of the Special Envoy and the Secretary-General for a complete and immediate nationwide ceasefire in Syria so as to enable a coordinated fight against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. A complete ceasefire is indeed critical for any progress on the political process, but is also essential for smooth and swift humanitarian operations, especially in the north-east and in Idlib province. It is very encouraging to see the Russian-Turkish ceasefire, signed on 6 March, to halt fighting in the Syrian province of Idlib, still holding. It needs to be supported.”
2020-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/420 (2020) · source
“We appeal to the international community and to the Security Council in particular to spare no effort to prevent the worsening of one of the most catastrophic humanitarian situations the world has ever experienced. In conclusion, the Niger reaffirms its full support for Martin Griffiths’s continued efforts to silence the guns in Yemen and to bring the parties to make peace in the country.”
2020-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/411 (2020) · source
“The continued fighting in the country, particularly in Aden, Ma’rib and Al-Bayda, despite the COVID-19 pandemic, could slow down the flow of basic products and medicines throughout the country and worsen the already difficult living conditions of thousands of families. Yemen will not be able to cope with war, epidemics and floods at the same time. That is why we urge the warring parties to take greater responsibility to put an end to the military offensives. We call on them to lift the restrictions on the movement of humanitarian agencies so as to provide aid and assistance to a population that has been suffering for years from war and whose level of general immunity is decreasing day by day.”
2020-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/411 (2020) · source
“We also call on regional actors and Council members with influence on the parties to spare no effort to help move the ceasefire talks forward. With regard to the humanitarian situation, my delegation remains concerned about the consequences of the recent floods in several parts of the country, which have caused loss of life and injuries and made thousands of families homeless. The beginning of the rainy season in Yemen could make the situation of a number of families that have already been displaced and exposed to various diseases, including the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), even more difficult.”
2020-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/411 (2020) · source
“The current situation on the ground, marked in particular by the declaration of the Southern Transitional Council proclaiming the autonomy of southern Yemen, is deeply worrisome and reminds us that our hopes were short-lived and that our mobilization must be even stronger. My delegation calls on all parties to respect the various agreements previously reached and calls on them to resume dialogue. Today more than ever, the parties in conflict in Yemen must convince themselves that military force will not resolve their differences. In the light of the events happening in the south and with a view to future peace negotiations, a more inclusive approach is needed to achieve a comprehensive and lasting settlement of the conflict that involves, in addition to the Government and the Houthi, the other major representative groups in the country.”
2020-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/411 (2020) · source
“I would like to thank Mr. Martin Griffiths, Special Representative of the Secretary-General, and Mr. Ramesh Rajasingham, Acting Assistant Secretary- General for Humanitarian Affairs and Deputy Emergency Relief Coordinator, for their briefings on recent developments in the security situation in Yemen. Last month we welcomed not only the unilateral ceasefire announced by the coalition but also the prospects for a comprehensive cessation of hostilities in Yemen through the very encouraging peace initiative proposed by the Assistant Secretary- General for Humanitarian Affairs.”
2020-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/411 (2020) · source
“I would like to conclude by reiterating the Niger’s support for UNAMI’s work in accordance with the mandate assigned to it by the Security Council. Lastly, I call for the international community to support the new Government and its reforms so that Iraq does not fall back into dark days.”
2020-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/397 (2020) · source
“Nonetheless, that terrorist group continues to operate in, and attack the population of, Iraq and foreign troops in the country. We call on the Iraqi authorities, with the support of their partners, to continue the fight against terrorists while ensuring respect for international human rights law. My last point relates to the humanitarian access issue. According to the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, an estimated 4.1 million people in Iraq require some form of humanitarian assistance this year. The Niger calls on the Government to take immediate steps to facilitate safe, timely and unhindered access for humanitarian organizations to deliver humanitarian assistance and protection to the people affected.”
2020-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/397 (2020) · source
“My delegation commends the early and active engagement of the Government of Iraq in joining global efforts to contain the rapid spread of the pandemic with the help of the World Health Organization and UNAMI. In the same spirit of containment, we appeal for a special pardon; the halting of mass arrests for persons breaking the curfew; and measures to prevent potential violence, including alternatives to family visits and timely information for detainees. In addition to the threat posed by COVID-19, terrorism represents another, equally dangerous menace. We commend the continued support of the United Nations in stabilizing the five governorates in Iraq that were previously under the control of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant.”
2020-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/397 (2020) · source
“The Niger remains gravely concerned about the ongoing acts of violence against peaceful protesters and journalists. We call on the new Government to accelerate the process of finding those culpable and holding them accountable for their actions in accordance with the rule of law and Iraq’s Constitution.We also join the Secretary-General’s call in urging the Government of Iraq to find tangible measures to protect all peaceful protesters, civil-society activists and human right defenders. Iraq, like all other countries, is not immune to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). In fact, we just learned that COVID-19 had halted activities on many fronts.”
2020-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/397 (2020) · source
“Furthermore, the political process must be part of a quest for solutions to the multiple challenges facing Iraq today. The Niger remains convinced that a sustainable process must include Iraqi women, and, in that regard, we welcome the UNAMI consultations with the Women’s Advisory Group, whose demands for representation at all levels of political participation and protection remain legitimate. The Niger commends the determination of UNAMI, the Tripartite Commission and the International Committee of the Red Cross with respect to the issue of Kuwaiti and third-country missing persons, property and archives from the first Gulf War. We also welcome the recent discoveries made, as this will bring closure to some Kuwaitis and further the relationship between the two countries.”
2020-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/397 (2020) · source
“As Special Representative of the Secretary-General Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert noted in the Chamber on 3 March (see S/PV.8739), Iraq has come a long way. The efforts made, however minimal, must be appreciated, supported and encouraged. The Niger supports the efforts of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) to find a lasting solution in Iraq by promoting dialogue among the political parties and regional Governments, strengthening State institutions and in particular providing assistance for electoral processes per its mandate. UNAMI’s support for the Independent High Electoral Commission to rebuild its institutional and electoral operational capacities is at its most important point, with the Iraqis taking the step of forming a Government.”
2020-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/397 (2020) · source
“We take note of the new Government’s reform agenda, which includes “addressing the COVID-19 health crisis, bringing arms under State control, strengthening the economy, protecting demonstrators, balancing external relations, safeguarding Iraqi sovereignty from external interference and securing the return of internally displaced persons to their places of origin” (S/2020/363, para. 9). We wish them luck in this new endeavour. We also reiterate our encouragement to the Iraqi authorities for their continuing efforts to develop friendly relations with neighbouring countries and to expand their partnership at the regional and global levels. Along the same lines, we appeal to all stakeholders inside and outside Iraq to exercise maximum restraint for the sake of the Iraqi people.”
2020-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/397 (2020) · source
“The Niger is horrified by the senseless attacks on peacekeepers in Mali and on innocent mothers and children in Afghanistan. I wish to thank Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert for her briefing and for the hard work she is doing with her team in Iraq’s complex environment. We also welcome the representative of Iraq to this meeting. The Niger welcomes the formation of a new Government in Iraq. We look forward to working with Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kadhimi and his Cabinet members.”
2020-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/397 (2020) · source
“In conclusion, my delegation would like to see the implementation of forward- looking reforms that support and enhance the security, stability and prosperity of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the promotion of local ownership of the General Framework Agreement for Peace.”
2020-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/379 (2020) · source
“The realization of the right of refugees and internally displaced persons to return to their homes of origin remains at the core of the objectives of the General Framework Agreement for Peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina. In that regard, it is the responsibility of the authorities at all levels to create the political, economic and social conditions conducive to the voluntary return of refugees and displaced persons, without preference for any particular group. The European Union military mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina plays a vital role in supporting efforts to maintain a viable and secure environment. To that end, I urge the authorities to focus their efforts on the professionalism, accountability and coordination of the police service in order to serve the citizens and provide them with personal security and protection.”
2020-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/379 (2020) · source
“The lack of progress in resolving electoral issues is also a major source of concern. Therefore, all appropriate measures must be taken for the establishment of the federal Government following the 2018 general elections and the resolution of problems arising from the decision of the Constitutional Court on the electoral system of the city of Mostar, where no elections have been held since 2008. Furthermore, I urge the political parties to accelerate their efforts to support female candidates, which would better reflect the composition of the population and move Bosnia and Herzegovina in the right direction towards gender equality.”
2020-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/379 (2020) · source
“The constructive role of the international community in providing financial and material assistance to the political and institutional leaders to address the COVID-19 pandemic also deserves to be highlighted. The challenge to sovereignty, territorial integrity, competencies and institutions at the State level not only poses a serious threat to the overall political stability, but also represents a setback for key achievements in the implementation of the General Framework Agreement for Peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is therefore the responsibility of all parties to work in accordance with the constitutional and legal framework to ensure the functioning of all institutions and their close cooperation in the interest of the citizens and all levels of the Government of Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
2020-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/379 (2020) · source
“At the outset, allow me to thank Mr. Valentin Inzko, High Representative for Implementation of the Peace Agreement in Bosnia and Herzegovina, for his clear and concise briefing. In Bosnia and Herzegovina, as elsewhere in the world, the unprecedented human tragedy of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) affects individuals, families, communities and society as a whole. At this time of crisis, allow me to commend the cooperative and coordinated efforts of political and institutional leaders to save lives and preserve livelihoods. Nevertheless, the success of those efforts remains dependent on their adherence to the country’s legal and constitutional framework, their transparency and their full respect for international standards of human rights and fundamental freedoms.”
2020-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/379 (2020) · source
“In conclusion, my delegation would like to reiterate its congratulations and support for Prosecutor Bensouda and her Office for their dedication to the fight against impunity, the establishment of the rule of law and the deterrence of new crimes. We would also like also to call on the United Nations — particularly on the Security Council — the African Union and other stakeholders to join their efforts to bring about a swift end to the clashes so that peace can be restored in Libya and in the Sahel.”
2020-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/371 (2020) · source
“My delegation is concerned about reports of attacks that have resulted in the loss of civilian lives in Libya and the destruction of civilian infrastructure. We reiterate our call for compliance with the arms embargo. The arms that are pouring into Libya not only contribute to prolonging the Libyan conflict but also fuel other sources of insecurity, as is the case in the Sahel and the Lake Chad basin. My delegation would like to join in welcoming the appointment of Ms. Stephanie Turco Williams as Acting Special Representative of the Secretary- General and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNMIL), and to commend Mr. Ghassan Salamé for the many actions undertaken and dedicated effort during his tenure. We commend the excellent work done by UNSMIL, which is providing valuable assistance to the ICC investigations.”
2020-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/371 (2020) · source
“According to the reports referred to by the Prosecutor of the Court, migrants and refugees in Libya continue regularly to be victims of arbitrary detention, assassinations, enforced disappearances, torture, sexual and gender-based violence, kidnapping for ransom, extortion and forced labour. We therefore call on the competent Libyan authorities and the Office of the Prosecutor to continue to conduct investigations to establish responsibility for ensuring justice for the victims. The security situation in Libya has deteriorated considerably due to the continued fighting between the forces of General Khalifa Haftar and those of the Government of National Accord, led by Prime Minister Faiez Serraj, despite the current coronavirus disease pandemic.”
2020-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/371 (2020) · source
“We note with regret that arrest warrants for Libyan nationals have not been executed to date, owing in particular to the current security context. We therefore call on the Libyan authorities, the States parties to the Rome Statute and regional and international organizations to comply with resolution 1970 (2011) by cooperating fully with the ICC in order to bring the alleged perpetrators of crimes before the competent international courts. My delegation holds the belief that the fight against impunity must be an integral part of the national reconciliation process in order to create the conditions for lasting peace in Libya.”
2020-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/371 (2020) · source
“Allow me first of all to welcome the holding of this briefing devoted to the consideration of the nineteenth biannual report on the activities of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in Libya and to congratulate Ms. Fatou Bensouda, Prosecutor of the Court, for her accurate and edifying presentation. The Niger would like to assure her of its full support and to urge all States, including those that are not parties to the Rome Statute, to cooperate fully with the ICC in order to combat impunity. My country therefore deplores the intensification of serious human rights violations because of the deterioration of the security situation in the country, which must continue to draw the attention of the Security Council and the ICC. Indeed, only in a stable security environment will there be more effective cooperation between Libya and the ICC.”
2020-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/371 (2020) · source
“In conclusion, as I have stated before, the unity of the Council, especially when it comes to humanitarian issues, is critical in order to take the right decisions and make progress on the different aspects of the Syrian situation.”
2020-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/354 (2020) · source
“The 10-year conflict in Syria has significantly damaged the country’s infrastructure, including health facilities, which leaves a large number of people vulnerable to contracting the virus. With millions of displaced persons living in densely populated, overcrowded camps where social distancing is near impossible, there is a great danger of large-scale spread of the virus among refugees and internally displaced persons. Over and over again, we have heard from Mr. Lowcock how important the cross-border operation is to humanitarian action in Syria. The Niger fully supports the cross-border mechanism, which is essential for the survival of many Syrians. We will also support any further agreements that make humanitarian access faster and more secure while respecting Syria’s sovereignty.”
2020-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/354 (2020) · source
“Amid the already complex humanitarian situation in Syria, the spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) adds another layer, making it even more difficult to manage. The Secretary-General reported that in Syria “[a]ll efforts to strengthen COVID-19 preparedness and response were severely constrained by the global shortage of personal protective equipment, ventilators and other vital medical supplies” (S/2020/327, para. 18). Nevertheless, we commend the cooperation among the Syrian authorities, the World Health Organization and national organizations to prevent and curb the spread of COVID-19. Those efforts must continue, especially when it comes to providing medical products and equipment.”
2020-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/354 (2020) · source
“We thank Under-Secretary-General Mark Lowcock for his briefing and his commitment to humanitarian work. The Niger welcomes the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Syria (S/2020/327) and the analysis on possible alternate entry points, which will enable the Council to assess the appropriateness of those crossing points. The report paints a detailed picture of the difficult situation of which we all are aware. We have repeatedly been presented with the troubling humanitarian situation in Syria Arab Republic. In fact, not long ago, we adopted a resolution (resolution 2504 (2020)) to lower the number of cross-borders entry points, thus reducing access to humanitarian assistance for Syrians in need.”
2020-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/354 (2020) · source
“In the same vein, my delegation supports the Special Envoy’s call for a large- scale release of all arbitrarily held detainees on humanitarian grounds, and we call on all parties to ensure medical care for all detainees. Because the current unilateral sanctions are affecting Syria’s economy and the spread of COVID-19 will only make things worse, my delegation supports the Secretary-General’s appeal to waive sanctions that could undermine Syria’s capacity to respond to the pandemic. In conclusion, my delegation calls on Council members and the international community to show unity and compassion by helping the Syrians navigate through these terrible times.”
2020-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/353 (2020) · source
“The Niger calls on Council members and Special Envoy Pedersen to build on this momentum in order to make progress on the political front, as mandated by Security Council resolution 2254 (2015). My delegation is pleased to hear that the agreement on the agenda was reached, and we call on the parties involved to continue their efforts and participation in the Constitutional Committee. However, discussing the process of the meetings should not be the only item on the agenda. The Constitutional Committee should also begin talks on various issues aimed at furthering the implementation of resolution 2254 (2015) and leading Syria to the holding of free and transparent elections.”
2020-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/353 (2020) · source
“As it relates to the humanitarian situation in Syria, I am sure that Mark Lowcock will give us a better picture this afternoon. However, as we know, food security and humanitarian assistance are essential during these difficult times. My delegation therefore calls on all parties to work together to make sure that the aid reaches all Syrians in need. It is also worth noting that since Russia and Turkey agreed on a ceasefire agreement on 6 March, there have been fewer hostilities in Syria. My delegation commends the Astana guarantors, Russia and Turkey for their diplomatic efforts and encourages them to continue them for the sake of millions of Syrians.”
2020-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/353 (2020) · source
“I thank Mr. Geir Pedersen for his briefing and his commitment. Let me begin by reiterating that the Niger continues to fully support the calls of the Secretary-General and the Special Envoy for a complete and immediate nationwide ceasefire in Syria and beyond to enable an all-out effort against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. My delegation takes note of the report of the United Nations Board of Inquiry. That report is very important, as it attributes responsibility to the perpetrators of the attacks on hospitals that are on the United Nations deconfliction list and other civilian facilities in north-west Syria. The Niger condemns those attacks and calls for the international community to take appropriate actions to hold anyone involved accountable.”
2020-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/353 (2020) · source
“In conclusion, I would like to remind the Council that, in May 2018, it unanimously adopted resolution 2417 (2018). We hope that resolution will continue to guide our actions in order to break the cycle of conflict-related hunger sooner rather than later.”
2020-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/340 (2020) · source
“However, in the face of COVID-19, that momentum must be supported at the national, regional and international levels. That brings me to my other point. As I quoted at the beginning of my statement, the most effective way to protect civilians is to prevent conflict. Prevention includes acknowledging and addressing the deep-seated chronic and acute vulnerabilities affecting countries. It also requires concerted action by Governments, the humanitarian community and development actors to tackle the structural root causes of vulnerabilities, as well as strengthening the resilience of the affected communities. One such approach is a better use of scientific advances, including the peaceful application of nuclear research for agrometeorological and development purposes.”
2020-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/340 (2020) · source
“Disruptions due to transport blockages and quarantine measures will prevent farmers from accessing markets, and confinement measures could hinder the delivery of humanitarian aid, and thus the distribution of much-needed food to refugees and internally displaced persons. The Niger has put in place a response plan in favour of the population estimated at nearly $500 million in food. The forecast support plan provides for the mobilization of 81,500 tons of cereals for sale at moderate prices and 56,000 tons of free food for distribution to the most vulnerable. As the Council may also know, thanks to a bold policy implemented by President Issoufou — the Nigeriens Feed Nigeriens initiative, which has made it possible to ensure food self-sufficiency — it has been proven that drought is no longer inevitable and is not synonymous with famine.”
2020-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/340 (2020) · source
“We would like to stress the need for humanitarian assistance to be gender- and age- sensitive, and to be inclusive of those groups in the process of building more resilient and sustainable communities. Every major outbreak in recent memory, be it Ebola, severe acute respiratory syndrome or Middle East respiratory syndrome, has had both direct and indirect negative impacts on food security, but the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) may prove especially deadly for people living in conflict zones and suffering from acute hunger. Various factors related to the pandemic are exacerbating the challenges in regions already facing major humanitarian crises. Labour shortages are undermining crop production and processing.”
2020-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/340 (2020) · source
“This is why my delegation would like to join its voice to those of other members of the Council in strongly condemning the use of the starvation of civilians as a method of warfare and the unlawful denial of access to humanitarian assistance and humanitarian personnel to the civilian population in armed conflict. We would also like to remind all parties of their obligations under international humanitarian law and the need to bring the perpetrators of violations and abuses to justice. Repeated attacks on the human dignity of populations and the enjoyment of their rights as a result of acts of intercommunal violence or by non-State armed groups in the Sahel further exacerbate the fragility of those populations. Women and children are the primary victims of such violence and suffer significant trauma.”
2020-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/340 (2020) · source
“This escalates food insecurity for both forcibly displaced persons and their host communities, which are often providers of last resort despite their already scarce resources. Recent years have seen progress made regarding the protection of civilians in armed conflict through the implementation of a comprehensive protection framework based on international humanitarian law and Security Council practices. However, more remains to be done. In places such as the Lake Chad basin, dramatically affected by climate change and where Boko Haram is active, or Yemen, where restrictions on land and sea routes are commonplace, and many other conflict zones, thousands of people are trapped without life-saving humanitarian assistance. We hold the strong belief that all people deserve full access to humanitarian aid.”
2020-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/340 (2020) · source
“In the Sahel and the Lake Chad basin, where much of the population depends on agriculture for their livelihood and where climate change is already exacerbating tensions, an acute food crisis has been precipitated by the ongoing conflict and intensifying insurgent activities. Indeed, 3.5 million people are projected to face acute to severe food insecurity in the Lake Chad basin. To that number we can add another 3.3 million people in need of immediate assistance in the Central Sahel. I fully agree with what was said by Mr. Egeland in that regard. As noted by the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, populations find themselves having to flee and leave their fields, livestock and other food sources behind.”
2020-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/340 (2020) · source
“I would like to start by quoting the Secretary-General, who said that the most effective way to protect civilians is to prevent conflict. To that end, and in pursuit of that goal, the protection of civilians has become one of the core issues on the Council’s agenda. I would therefore like to thank you, Mr. President, for having convened this open debate on this very subject, with the participation of your Minister for Foreign Affairs. Allow me to take this opportunity to also thank our briefers, Mr. Qu Dongyu, Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations; Mr. David Beasley, Executive Director of the United Nations World Food Programme; and Mr. Jan Egeland, Secretary General of the Norwegian Refugee Council. Conflict is now the leading cause of acute hunger around the world.”
2020-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/340 (2020) · source
“Lastly, we call on all Member States to set up bodies that allow for the systematic participation of the youth in various national, regional and international decision-making processes. To conclude, at a time when the world is facing a common enemy and a global pandemic, we are reminded of the importance of partnerships. We welcome the institutionalization of the youth, peace and security agenda by the African Union in its Peace and Security Council since 2018. This has created a unique platform for reinforcing the role of African youth in the African Union Silencing the Guns initiative. The words of Wangari Maathai, “There are opportunities even in the most difficult moments”, find greater resonance today in the African youth’s resolve to silence the guns and as the world battles the coronavirus disease pandemic.”
2020-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/346 (2020) · source
“We would like to stress the need for such programmes to be gender- and age-sensitive and to be inclusive of those groups in the process of building more resilient and sustainable communities. Secondly, my delegation calls for increased funding and technical support for the vital efforts of youth, especially young women, working in conflict areas, in accordance with the recommendations contained in resolutions 2250 (2015) and 1325 (2000). Thirdly, as the Envoy on Youth stated last July (see S/PV.8577), we support the designation of a youth focal point in each peacekeeping mission to ensure and consolidate the participation of young people in peace processes.”
2020-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/346 (2020) · source
“In the Niger, the Youth Parliament and the Youth National Council are two platforms that have successfully ensured that the voices of youth are heard at the highest levels of decision-making in national policies and at the local level. When we do not involve young people, we silence them, and when we silence young people, we silence our future and overlook new ways of tackling seemingly intractable challenges. That is why my delegation would make the following recommendations. First, with regard to the disengagement and reintegration pillar of the youth, peace and security agenda, we recommend the establishment of programmes to support the reintegration of children and youth rescued from armed conflicts and the adoption of a handover protocol for the transfer of children from military custody to civilian child-protection authorities.”
2020-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/346 (2020) · source
“Yet a report on development finance notes that only 0.2 per cent of total bilateral aid for interventions in precarious and conflict areas went directly to women’s organizations. We recognize the essential role of young women in peace processes but regret that only 20 per cent of peace agreements signed between 1990 and 2018 contain special provisions for women. A gender-based approach to conflict prevention would be a step in the right direction to enlarge and consolidate the civic space for young women’s participation. Measures must account for the gendered dimensions of conflicts and how they amplify existing inequalities. Unless we tackle the structural barriers to youth representation in political processes, we will continue to face a poor presence of young people in decision- making bodies.”
2020-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/346 (2020) · source
“Therefore, my delegation reiterates the need to continue to protect and strengthen the full participation of women in peace and security. Young women such as Captain Ouma Laouali, the first female pilot in the Niger’s air force, who has just completed her training as a Herk pilot, is debunking stereotypes about S/2020/346 S/2020/346 youth and young women in particular. We must continue to reinforce the type of partnerships that have allowed Captain Ouma Laouali and many others to hone their skills, which will be essential to regional peacekeeping operations. The latest Secretary-General’s report on women and peace and security (S/2019/800) has established that young women human rights defenders face serious levels of intimidation because of their essential work and service.”
2020-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/346 (2020) · source
“We in the Niger recognize the necessity of disengagement and reintegration, one of the five pillars outlined in resolution 2250 (2015). Since 2017, 240 ex-combatants of the terrorist organization Boko Haram who had voluntarily surrendered to the authorities joined a reintegration centre in the Diffa region. Through this centre and the humane treatment that they receive there, the Niger intends to send a strong signal to encourage those young people to lay down their arms and lead a new constructive life in society. Youth, particularly young women, play a critical role in peace processes. Studies have shown that the most sustainable way to preserve and secure peace is to involve women: they are the pillars of the consolidation of peace, and, above all, of conflict prevention.”
2020-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/346 (2020) · source