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first: 2014-05-07
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“Such activities are critical to enhancing understanding of the various regimes and their mechanisms and contributing to their improved implementation. Such efforts must continue to be a central focus for the work of all the Committees, and in that regard, we welcome the commitment of all three Committee Chairs to continuing that engagement, including through open briefings and consultations. The adoption in December of resolution 2253 (2015) and the January report of the Secretary-General (S/2016/92) accompanying it have brought the evolving nature of the threat posed by terrorist actors, especially Da'esh, into sharper focus. As Ambassador Oyarzun Marchesi noted in his briefing, there is evidence that the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant is actively pursuing a chemical weapons programme.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7686 (2016) · source
“In that context, we continue to believe thatjoint briefings such as today's provide an important opportunity for holistically reviewing and assessing our efforts to that end, as well as providing us with a space where we can identify areas with the potential for further synergies and cooperation between and among the Committees. For example, a common strain running through all their work concerns outreach to partners and stakeholders, including Member States, international organizations such as Interpol, the Financial Action Task Force, the World Trade Organization, the International Civil Aviation Organization and the International Air Transport Association, civil society and academia, as well as the private sector.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7686 (2016) · source
“Ijoin earlier speakers in thanking Ambassadors Van Bohemen and Oyarzun Marchesi, and you, Mr. President, for the briefings provided in your capacities as Chairs of your respective Committees. I also wish to express my delegation's sincere appreciation to the Ambassadors for their able stewardship of those Committees. I also take this opportunity to extend my appreciation to the respective Groups of Experts and Monitoring Teams supporting the Committees. Malaysia reiterates its long-standing commitment to our collective effort to combat the scourge of terrorism and eradicate it from our midst. The work of the three Committees under discussion represents an integrated bulwark against the threat posed by potential terrorist acts and actors.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7686 (2016) · source
“Member States have an obligation to cooperate with the relevant international courts and tribunals in ensuring accountability for war crimes and other serious violations of international humanitarian law, in accordance with their international commitments. In conclusion, we are deeply humbled and touched by the commitment and sacrifice of medical and humanitarian personnel worldwide who devote their lives to saving others under dangerous and trying circumstances. We wish to pay tribute to those who paid the ultimate price in the pursuit of such honourable aims. The Security Council must persist in defending and protecting the safety of medical personnel and health facilities in situations of armed conflict, an undertaking to which Malaysia is fully committed.”
2016-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7685 (2016) · source
“As clearly stipulated under international law, attacks intentionally directed against civilians and civilian objects, including medical and humanitarian personnel and medical facilities, constitute war crimes. Malaysia strongly supports calls to ensure accountability as a crucial step in the fight against impunity with regard to the protection of civilians and civilian objects during armed conflicts. We therefore call for independent and impartial investigations into all alleged serious violations ofinternational humanitarian law, particularly in connection with the protection of civilians and civilian objects in armed conflicts. We agree with Ms. Liu that perpetrators cannot be investigators, judges or juries.”
2016-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7685 (2016) · source
“The unanimous adoption of resolution 2286 (2016) demonstrates the Council's collective resolve in responding to a worsening deterioration of civilian protection in time of conflict. As we seek to maintain international peace and security, the protection of civilians must continue to be at the core ofthe Council's work. We must reject the notion of "collateral damage" as a convenient excuse to commit and perpetrate attacks against civilians and civilian objects. Similarly, countering terrorism has unfortunately become a convenient narrative to justify attacks on civilians and on humanitarian and medical personnel as well as medical facilities. If by fighting terrorism means we would be carrying out indiscriminate attacks on civilians and the facilities, then, from the victims' point of view, we are no different from the terrorists.”
2016-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7685 (2016) · source
“We also heard Ms. Liu's harrowing description of attacks on MSF facilities in Yemen, and we share similar outrage and distress. Such attacks, whether premeditated or otherwise, are simply unacceptable. They violate basic, established principles of international humanitarian law, including the Fourth Geneva Convention, as well as the principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality and independence in the provision of humanitarian assistance, including medical assistance. Attacks against medical personnel and health facilities also constitute two-fold atrocities against children. They not only kill and maim children, they also leave them without access to much-needed treatments, including lifesaving care.”
2016-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7685 (2016) · source
“The attacks occurred despite the sharing of coordinates of the civilian facilities with the Israeli authorities. In Kunduz, Afghanistan, in October 2015, a medical facility operated by MSF was repeatedly bombarded, killing dozens of civilians, including patients and medical personnel. Most recently, the attack against Al-Quds Hospital in Syria, which killed 57 civilians, was a new low with regard to the protection of civilians, medical personnel and medical facilities. As noted by many previous speakers, a prominent victim killed in the attack was the only remaining pediatrician in Aleppo, Muhammad Waseem Maas. Despite the intolerable stress of living in a city under siege, Dr. Maas chose to stay in Aleppo to treat the wounded and, as his friends put it, "to help those babies crying", instead ofjoining his family in Turkey.”
2016-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7685 (2016) · source
“Malaysia welcomes the adoption of resolution 2286 (2016), which we co-sponsored alongside a significant number of Member States. We commend the leadership taken by Egypt, Japan, New Zealand, Spain and Uruguay on this important initiative, which comes at a very critical juncture. The resolution is an important milestone and stands out as a timely response by the Council in discharging its responsibility to maintain international peace and security, specifically by addressing the increasingly frequent and inhumane attacks against health-care institutions by parties to armed conflict. Schools and medical facilities in Gaza were targeted and bombed in 2014 during military offensives by Israeli forces, killing and maiming thousands of civilians, including children.”
2016-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7685 (2016) · source
“I would like to join other Security Council members in congratulating you and your team, Mr. President, on Egypt's assumption of the Council presidency for this month. I reaffirm my delegation's full cooperation, and we wish you and your team every success. I also wish to express my sincere appreciation to Ambassador Liu Jieyi and his team for China's effective leadership of the Council in April. I wish to express my appreciation to Secretary- General Ban Ki-moon, to Mr. Peter Maurer, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, and to Ms. Joanne Liu, President of Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF), for sharing their perspectives and insights on the topic at hand. Their briefings add significant value to our discussion today.”
2016-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7685 (2016) · source
“We are confident that, under its refocused and consolidated mandate, UNAMA will be able to assist the Afghan Government in meeting its aspirations towards achieving national unity and lasting stability. We also thank Spain for all its hard work that contributed to the unanimous adoption of resolution 2274 (2016) today. Allow me to conclude by reiterating Malaysia's firm support for the reconciliation and reintegration efforts undertaken by the Government of Afghanistan in the context of respect for the country's democracy and Constitution, non-violence and the rights of all Afghans.”
2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source
“Finally, I take this opportunity to pay tribute to Mr. Haysom and the entire UNAMA team for their tireless efforts under challenging circumstances. We are convinced that the United Nations, in full respect for the principle of the country's sovereignty, will continue to play a decisive and contributing role towards realizing Afghanistan's transformation decade. I also wish to welcome the work of the Tripartite Review Commission on the United Nations in Afghanistan, which has provided us with valuable insights to further enhance the United Nations engagement with the Government of Afghanistan. Given the critical moment that Afghanistan is going through and the importance of UNAMA's role, we favour the extension of the UNAMA mandate for 12 months.”
2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source
“In our view, it would be worthwhile considering alternative measures, such as rehabilitation and reintegration programmes, that would allow for the reinsertion of those children as productive members of the community, thereby reducing stigmatization. The future of Afghanistan will one day rest in the hands of its children. Therefore, focusing on child protection during the ongoing conflict is a sound investment. The support of the international community is vital to this long-term endeavour, and we encourage continued cooperation between the Government of Afghanistan and the United Nations, including the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, as well as with bilateral and other multilateral partners in this regard.”
2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source
“We also commend the many positive measures already taken and strongly encourage continued progress on its implementation, especially with regard to the Afghan local police. Yet many challenges and dangers remain for the country's youngest citizens, not least the grave threat to their lives. As many as 144 children were killed and 418 injured in the three months from November 2015 to January 2016. Schools and hospitals continue to be targets for attack, preventing crucial safe access to education and medical facilities. Non-State armed groups, including violent extremist groups, continue to recruit children into their ranks through manipulation or coercion due to poverty. We are deeply concerned about this phenomenon and the resultant detention of children associated with such armed groups.”
2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source
“Unsurprisingly, children continue to suffer disproportionately as a result of the ongoing conflict, accounting for almost one-third of all civilian casualties in Afghanistan. The Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict recently adopted its conclusions on the situation in Afghanistan, which delivered clear messages to all parties to the conflict and the international community on measures needed to safeguard the security and well-being of children in Afghanistan. Malaysia commends the Government's firm commitment to children's rights and protection, including by ending and preventing the recruitment of children within the Afghan National Police through the full implementation of its action plan and road map.”
2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source
“We also look forward to the Warsaw summit and the ministerial-level development conference in Brussels, to be held in July and October, respectively. We are hopeful that this initiative will complement and assist the Afghan Government's reconstruction and development efforts. Nonetheless, we recognize that the Government continues to face significant challenges in its efforts to rebuild the country. Of particular concern is the dire security condition and its devastating impact on Afghan civilians. As highlighted in the Secretary-General's report (S/2016/218), the 11,000 civilian casualties recorded last year represent the highest number of civilian casualties recorded since 2009.”
2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source
“In that context, Malaysia welcomes the establishment of the Quadrilateral Coordination Group on the Afghan Peace and Reconciliation Process, and its adoption of a road map outlining steps towards a peace process. We reiterate that a peaceful political settlement is the only way to achieve sustainable peace and stability in the country, and hope for the early holding of direct peace talks between the Government of Afghanistan and the Taliban. Malaysia has always maintained the importance of the international community's ongoing support, encouragement and assistance to the Government of Afghanistan during these challenging times. In that respect, we are encouraged to note the various international and regional initiatives, such as the Heart of Asia-Istanbul process and the Regional Economic Cooperation Conference for Afghanistan.”
2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source
“I join earlier speakers in thanking Special Representative of the Secretary- General Nicholas Haysom for his briefing, and the Permanent Representative of Afghanistan, Ambassador Saikal, for his statement. As Afghanistan completes the first year of the transformation decade, Malaysia is pleased to witness the steadfast commitment and ongoing efforts of the Afghan Government in implementing its reform agenda, particularly in the areas of security, economy, governance and development, as outlined in the document "Realizing self-realization: commitments to reform and renewed partnership". We are also pleased to note the increasingly positive atmosphere in the region in support of the Afghan-led and Afghan- owned peace and reconciliation process.”
2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source
“We also commend the leadership ofthe Special Representative and the important roles played by the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, the Kosovo Force and the EU towards peace and stability in Kosovo.”
2016-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7637 (2016) · source
“We simply cannot afford to have terrorist groups manipulating the religious, racial and cultural divide in the region, and in Kosovo in particular, to serve their twisted and violent agenda. We therefore wish to see continued high priority accorded by the Kosovo authorities to combating that global menace. In that regard, Malaysia stands ready to support Kosovo in its fight to combat radicalization and violent extremism. In conclusion, Ijoin other colleagues in reaffirming support for the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo, which continues to play a key role in promoting security, stability and respect for human rights in Kosovo.”
2016-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7637 (2016) · source
“Malaysia reiterates the need to ensure accountability and to promote closure and reconciliation for the people of Kosovo. In that regard, we commend the decision of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to host the specialist court. On the economic front, Malaysia applauds the cooperation between the Belgrade and Pristina Chambers of Commerce during the reporting period. Such collaboration deserves our strong support, as it could open the doors to further commercial opportunities to the benefit both sides. Malaysia is gravely concerned about the creeping influence of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant in the region. We commend the steps taken by the authorities in Kosovo to combat terrorist threats and to address the phenomenon of foreign terrorist fighters.”
2016-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7637 (2016) · source
“We believe that this is a key step towards peace, stability and prosperity for Kosovo and the region. We call on the leaders of Kosovo to remain steadfast in implementating the Stabilization and Association Agreement and the socioeconomic reforms necessary for regional integration. We also take note of the developments in the implementation of the 2014 Brussels Agreement, including the integration of former Serbian civil protection personnel in northern Kosovo into various Kosovo institutions. We hope to see more progress made in the implementation of that landmark Agreement, including the integration of the judiciary and the creation of an association of Serb-majority municipalities in Kosovo. The advances made by Kosovo relating to the establishment of the specialist court is yet another step in the right direction.”
2016-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7637 (2016) · source
“Resorting to violence and intimidation will not bring the parties any closer to their political aims. Instead, it may de-legitimize their struggle and derail the democratic progress painstakingly built by Kosovo over the years. The politics of division serve only to hold the progress towards nation-building and development ransom. Hence, we commend the commitment and efforts made by Kosovo leaders to engage in an inclusive dialogue to resolve the issues, and we applaud the competence and restraint shown by the Kosovo police in responding to the violent protests. The people of Kosovo would benefit from more traction in these areas. Malaysia is pleased with the progress made by Kosovo during the reporting period, including the signing and subsequent ratification of the Stabilization and Association Agreement with the European Union (EU).”
2016-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7637 (2016) · source
“We appreciate the assurances given by Belgrade and Pristina to remain committed to the European Union-facilitated dialogue and we hope to see an intensification of efforts towards implementing existing agreements. I share the concerns, as elaborated by Mr. Tanin today and the Secretary-General in his latest report (S/2016/99), about the violent protests by the opposition and their supporters in Kosovo who are against the August 2015 package of agreements between Belgrade and Pristina and the territorial delineation agreement with Montenegro. We call on the relevant parties to refrain from adversarial politics in Kosovo, to cease the use of violence and inflammatory rhetoric and to resolve their differences through legitimate channels via dialogue and engagement. The Kosovo Parliament and the rule of law must be respected.”
2016-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7637 (2016) · source
“My delegation welcomes First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia Ivica Dacie and Ambassador Vlora Citaku of Kosovo back to New York and thanks them both for their statements. We are also grateful to Special Representative Zahir Tanin for his comprehensive briefing. Listening to the statements today, I wish to call on both sides to focus on the way forward. Priority should be given to implementing outstanding commitments in a spirit of dialogue, cooperation and constructive engagement and in securing a promising future for Kosovo. An end should be put to the negative politics of division and exclusivity, which are counter-productive and will not help to build confidence and trust between the two sides.”
2016-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7637 (2016) · source
“Additionally, we are also open to consider reviving the 2000-2006 Informal Working Group on General Issues of Sanctions, to review and improve the effectiveness of sanctions committees.”
2016-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7620 (2016) · source
“Improving the transparency of the selection and appointment process for chairs of subsidiary bodies would greatly enhance the legitimacy of the process, particularly in the eyes of the elected members. On transparency in general, Malaysia welcomes the proposals calling for more open briefings to wider membership on the work of sanctions committees. Nevertheless, we are equally mindful of the fine balance between transparency and confidentiality. In conclusion, we wish to express our appreciation to the presidency for initiating the draft note on the working methods of the subsidiary organs. We look forward to engaging constructively with other Council members on it. We support proposals concerning burden-sharing among all Council members on chairing the subsidiary bodies.”
2016-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7620 (2016) · source
“This year presents an excellent opportunity to revisit these and other procedural aspects of the selection and appointment issue, given that the General Assembly will be electing non-permanent members of the Security Council in June. The lead time afforded to delegations elected to the Council should also be used to adequately prepare them for their eventual role as chairs of the various subsidiary bodies. In this regard, Malaysia supports the proposal for consultations on chairs to start as soon as possible in order to allow time for sufficient preparation, with the full involvement of the newly elected members and taking into account their views and preferences, if any.”
2016-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7620 (2016) · source
“That said, we would emphasize the role of the chair in undertaking outreach activities, including the dissemination of information on the work of the sanctions committees to as wide an audience as possible. Better understanding of the work of the committees could support better and more effective implementation. On this note, we also see scope for better coordination among the chairs of the subsidiary organs of the Council, especially those with related themes or geographical scope. With respect to the transparency and inclusivity of the work of the Council's subsidiary bodies, we share the view that such principles must apply from the very start of the process, including on the appointment and selection process.”
2016-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7620 (2016) · source
“Given the cross-cutting themes addressed by the Working Group and the sanctions committees, in 2015 we worked with Lithuania to hold joint meetings between the Working Group and the Committees established pursuant to resolution 2140 (2014) and resolution 2127 (2013). We believe that such joint meetings provide a wider perspective to the members of the Working Group and the sanctions committees alike, which is an important exercise, particularly when assessment has to be made of the effectiveness of the sanctions regime, including possible unintended consequences, especially for children but also, more generally, for civilians in conflict situations. With regard to our work as Chair of the 1970 (2011) Committee, we share many of the views expressed by earlier speakers concerning their role as chairs of sanctions committees.”
2016-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7620 (2016) · source
“Malaysia assumed the chairmanship of the Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict with keen interest in ensuring the buy-in and co-ownership of concerned countries. To that end, we sought to introduce certain innovations, such as reflecting the views of the concerned States in their entirety in the Working Group's conclusions or outcome reports. We firmly believe that such measures contribute to the overall outcome, whereby interested partners are afforded easy access to the views of all concerned parties on any given situation. We are grateful that the introduction of these measures has been supported and accepted by all Council members. Another aspect of innovation in the work of the Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict relates to better coordination and cooperation between the Working Group and the sanctions committees.”
2016-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7620 (2016) · source
“Since much ground has been covered by earlier speakers, I wish to focus my intervention on Malaysia's experiences as Chair of two subsidiary bodies - the Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict and the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) concerning Libya - in order to contribute to the discussion. At the outset, Malaysia wishes to acknowledge and express appreciation to the preceding Chairs of the Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict. They have built a solid foundation for the promotion and protection of the children and armed conflict agenda in the Council, which has allowed us, as the current Chair of the Working Group, to continue emphasizing the centrality of that agenda as a key component of the larger protection of civilians agenda in the Council.”
2016-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7620 (2016) · source
“We believe that their participation could offer a broader perspective to the discussion. Malaysia takes this opportunity to reaffirm the long-standing position of the Non-Aligned Movement that the application of sanctions by the United Nations, as authorized by the Security Council, must be fully in accordance with the provisions stipulated in the Charter and only as a measure of last resort. Given the fact that the bulk of the Council's subsidiary bodies are sanctions committees that undertake important functions - including implementation, implementation monitoring and the assessment of the various sanctions regimes - we support the presidency's focus on this theme with the aim of making the work of such committees more streamlined, coordinated and effective.”
2016-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7620 (2016) · source
“Ijoin earlier speakers in thanking you, Sir, for convening this debate, which we consider to be pertinent and timely. We also thank you for your helpful concept note (S/2016/102, annex), which provides a useful guide for our discussion today. We are also pleased to have Ambassador Carlos Olguin Cigarroa of Chile and Ambassador Olof Skoog of Sweden joining us today. We listened to their respective briefings very carefully and with much interest. They have certainly brought much insight to the topic at hand. We also appreciate the presidency's reaching out to States affected by sanctions for the purposes of today's debate. In this connection, we welcome the participation of the delegations of the Central African Republic, cote D'Ivoire, Eritrea, Iran, Libya and the Sudan.”
2016-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7620 (2016) · source
“We commend the Committee's Group of Experts for playing an instrumental role in ensuring the meeting's success. In conclusion, Malaysia firmly believes that the full and effective implementation of resolution of 1540 at the national, regional and international levels remains a fundamental bulwark against the threat of the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMD). Its effectiveness is also contingent to some extent on progress being made in other international policymaking processes. In that regard, the disappointing outcome of the 2015 Review Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons should not hinder progress in the effective implementation of the 1540 regime and, more generally, on capacity- building efforts in the area of WMD-threat reduction.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7597 (2015) · source
“We look forward to the upcoming consultations with Member States, and hope that such engagement can produce potential synergies in approaches on activities to guide the review in the coming year. From 15 to 16 June, Malaysia, in its capacity as current Chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), organized the seventh ASEAN Regional Forum inter-sessional meeting on non-proliferation and disarmament. The meeting succeeded in raising the profile ofthe 1540 regime and its effective implementation, as well as raising awareness on the work of the Committee and the Group of Experts in that regard. Among other outcomes, participants reaffirmed their commitment to complement and strengthen the international non-proliferation architecture at the regional and subregional levels.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7597 (2015) · source
“In that context, Malaysia also welcomes the recently held fourth Weisbaden Industry Process Conference on Private Sector Engagement in Strategic Trade Controls on the theme "Recommendations for effective approaches to implement resolution 1540 (2004)", held on 19 and 20 November in Germany. Moving forward, we believe scope exists to further expand such cross- sectoral engagement, including with parliamentarians and academia, among others. On the comprehensive review on the status of the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004), Malaysia will continue to lend its support and work alongside other Committee members and the Group of Experts to implement the review's work plan.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7597 (2015) · source
“Given the limitations and varying capacities of registered providers, we would welcome collaborative approaches with stakeholders in order to effectively and efficiently address shortcomings of the present system. Malaysia commends the Committee for its ongoing engagement and cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency, the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons and the Biological Weapons Convention Implementation Support Unit. Additionally, we welcome and support the Committee's outreach to the World Customs Organization, INTERPOL and the Financial Action Task Force on Money Laundering. In our view, such positive engagement and collaboration creates a better understanding among all concerned and, in time, it will lead to more effective and meaningful implementation of the resolution.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7597 (2015) · source
“We share the concern highlighted by the Chair in his briefing that the current 1540 regime does not adequately provide for measures to address allegations of the possession of weapons of mass destruction and related technologies by non-State actors, particularly terrorists and violent armed extremist groups. We believe that the threat posed by such groups is real. A renewed focus in that direction is therefore needed if the 1540 regime is to remain relevant and effective. In our view, the possibility of factoring in the work of the Committee in the work and activities of the relevant subsidiary bodies of the Council is worth considering. The difficulty in matching implementation assistance requests with possible providers is another issued that the Chair has highlighted.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7597 (2015) · source
“We continue to believe that the establishment of effective precautionary measures and systems to address potential nuclear, chemical or biological proliferation is a collective responsibilty incumbent upon all Member States, which must take the lead in that regard. In that connection, we are pleased to note that the Committee has recorded an increase with respect to measures taken by Member States to comply with the provisions of the resolution. We are also pleased to note that, of 17 non-reporting States, three began to report in 2015 as a result of the close and sustained engagement by the Committee and its Chair. We believe that that is a positive development, and we encourage the Committee to continue its engagement with the remaining States, with a view to achieving universal coverage.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7597 (2015) · source
“I thank Ambassador Oyarzun Marchesi of Spain, in his capacity as Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004), for his briefing. I commend him and his team for their skill and dedication in taking the Committee and its work forward. I also take this opportunity to express our appreciation for the unflagging commitment of the Group of Experts and their unstinting support for, and cooperation with, the Committee in furthering the effective implementation of resolution 1540 (2004). Malaysia reaffirms its view that resolution 1540 (2004) and its effective implementation remain a key component of the global architecture for countering the danger posed by the threat of the proliferation of weapons ofmass destruction.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7597 (2015) · source
“The Syrian Government, the opposition parties and the Syrian people cannot afford to let this opportunity pass. We believe that the Council has an obligation to support initiatives, such as the International Syria Support Group or any other initiative, that seeks to resolve the conflict in Syria through peaceful means. In that regard, we look forward to the full and effective implementation of resolution 2254 (2015) by all the parties concerned.”
2015-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7588 (2015) · source
“No amount of encouragement, persuasion or pressure will be effective without the political buy-in of the Syrian people. In that connection, we call upon Syrian Government representatives and representatives of the opposition to spare no effort to ensure that the proposed talks take place in early January 2016. While noting that there are a number of contentious issues that have yet to be addressed or agreed upon, we nevertheless call on all parties to continue to engage constructively in dialogue and to further narrow differences with a view to finding mutually acceptable solutions to end the conflict. In conclusion, my delegation reiterates that there can be no military solution to the Syrian conflict. The future of Syria must be determined through an inclusive Syrian-led and Syrian-owned political process.”
2015-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7588 (2015) · source
“On that note, Malaysia acknowledges the role of Syria's neighbours, in particular Jordan, Lebanon and Turkey, for their steadfast resilience and for their hospitality is sheltering and caring for the millions fleeing the humanitarian catastrophe in Syria, despite facing enormous capacity and resource constraints. A fundamental element of any proposed peace process must include the implementation of a nationwide ceasefire. We are pleased that this requirement, including modalities for implementation, is explicitly outlined in resolution 2254 (2015). The preservation of Syria's unity, independence, territorial integrity and secular character are key factors for ensuring acceptance of any proposed political process or plan by the Syrian people.”
2015-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7588 (2015) · source
“At the same time, Malaysia remains deeply concerned that, despite the clear demand for cooperation stipulated in resolutions 2139 (2014), 2165 (2014) and 2191 (2014), the delivery of humanitarian assistance remains a huge problem. All parties to the conflict, particularly the Syrian authorities, must do more to demonstrate full and effective compliance with those resolutions. Only through the peaceful resolution of the conflict can the dire and deteriorating humanitarian situation in Syria begin to be meaningfully addressed, making it all the more urgent to do so.”
2015-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7588 (2015) · source
“The Syrian people are further tormented by Daesh, the Al-Nusra Front and other terrorist groups and violent extremists, reinforced by the unprecedented influx of foreign terrorist fighters. The Syrian Government must accept that it has the primary responsibility and obligation to protect its own people, in accordance with established international law, international humanitarian law and international human rights law. We reaffirm the demand on all parties to cease all indiscriminate attacks against civilians and to end targeted attacks on civilian infrastructure. We reaffirm our condemnation of the continued use of barrel bombs, aerial bombing and artillery shelling of civilians. There can be no impunity for the perpetrators of possible war crimes and crimes against humanity. They must be held accountable.”
2015-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7588 (2015) · source
“We support the aim of resolution 2254 (2015) to build on the vision and principles of the Geneva communique (S/2012/522, annex) and the Vienna statements embodying the collective will of the international community to bring about a peaceful and sustainable solution to the Syrian conflict. In that context, my delegation expresses its deep appreciation to Special Envoy Steffan de Mistura for his untiring facilitation, which we fully support. As it moves into its fifth year, the Syrian conflict continues to be a litany of horrific human rights abuses and violations - most notoriously violations of international humanitarian law through the use of toxic chemicals as weapons, and indiscriminate attacks against civilians perpetrated by the parties to the conflict.”
2015-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7588 (2015) · source
“I wish to first thank Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for his briefing. We are of the view that, by bringing the Vienna International Syria Support Group process to New York, non-participating Security Council members are able to substantively engage on issues concerning the situation in Syria, on which we would have preferred to have more time for consultations. This is an important step in ensuring and cementing the Council's unity of purpose and vision on the way forward for Syria. That the international community has a strong desire to see an end to the conflict in Syria is beyond doubt. The cost in terms of human life and destruction of property of the Syrian conflict to date is simply staggering. Such suffering and misery must end now. It is for that primary reason that Malaysia joined the consensus on resolution 2254 (2015).”
2015-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7588 (2015) · source
“In conclusion, Malaysia remains convinced that the conflict in Darfur cannot be resolved militarily. In that regard, we call on all parties to remain guided by the Doha Document for Peace in Darfur and to continue their constructive engagement towards fully implementing the provisions ofthe Document. Malaysia is of the view that efforts by the Government of the Sudan to demonstrate its compliance with the relevant Security Council resolutions and its commitment to hold accountable those responsible for violations of international human rights and international humanitarian law would contribute positively and go a long way towards building trust and confidence.”
2015-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7582 (2015) · source
“We call on the Government of the Sudan to conduct an investigation into those attacks and bring those responsible to justice. The security situation in Darfur is also compromised by the proliferation of small arms and light weapons and criminality in the area. In that regard, we are encouraged to note that emergency security measures have been introduced by the Governor of South Darfur in an attempt to improve the security situation in his jurisdiction. At the same time, we join other Council members in calling on the Government of the Sudan to discharge its primary responsibility to investigate allegations of human rights violations and abuses, including extrajudicial killings, abduction of civilians, acts of sexual and gender-based violence, violations and abuses against children and arbitrary arrests and detentions in Darfur.”
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