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“Malaysia would also like to take this opportunity to congratulate Nigeria on the successful holding of presidential elections this past weekend. We believe that a strong and united Nigeria is also in the interests of partners and stakeholders at the regional and international levels, including in the context of the ongoing efforts to combat the threat posed by Boko Haram in the region. In conclusion, we would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Jordan on its incoming presidency of the Council for April. We reaffirm our commitment to working closely and constructively with Jordan and all Council members in the month oprril, which promises to be as busy and challenging as March has been.”
2015-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7422 (2015) · source
“With regard to the issue of children and armed conflict, we appreciate the novel approach that France has introduced on how it might be further taken forward by the Council. We look forward to continuing the momentum and excellent cooperation and partnership on the issue with France and all Council members between now and June, and beyond. In March we also received a final briefing from Mr. Robert Serry, the outgoing Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process (see S/PV.7417). We greatly value Mr. Serry's efforts and contributions to the work of the Council and the United Nations system as a whole, and we would like to express our deep appreciation for his commitment and professionalism in that regard.”
2015-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7422 (2015) · source
“We also believe that holding such debates helps to focus the Council's discussion on, among other things, certain underlying themes, which include the threat posed by terrorism, violent extremism and the perpetrators of related heinous acts. On that note, we would like to recall the Council's most recent press statement on the terrorist attacks in Mogadishu this past weekend (SC/11844), which resulted in the death of one of our colleagues, Ambassador Yusuf Mohammed Ismail Bari-Bari, the Permanent Representative of Somalia to the United Nations in Geneva, along with other victims. We reiterate our strong condemnation of the attack and stress that the perpetrators must be held to account.”
2015-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7422 (2015) · source
“In that connection, I would like to reaffirm Malaysia's commitment to continuing to work constructively to ensure that the Council acts concertedly and collectively on all issues and situations in its purview, including, in fact especially, on those that are more difficult. I would also like to take this opportunity to express our appreciation to you, Mr. President, and to France for organizing last week's two thematic open debates on children and armed conflict (see S/PV.7414) and the situation of minorities (see S/PV.7419). Moving forward, we believe that the rich discussion engaged during both debates could better inform not only the Council but also all interested partners and stakeholders in framing possible next steps or courses of action.”
2015-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7422 (2015) · source
“It has taken a number of important and, in our View, meaningful decisions on a number of key issues related to the situations in Afghanistan, the Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Lebanon, Libya, South Sudan and Yemen, among others. On the whole, and over the past month, we believe that the Council has remained united on a wide and diverse range of issues and situations. Such unity of both intent and purpose is important and must be maintained if the Council is to continue effectively and efficiently discharging its responsibilities mandated under the Charter of the United Nations. It is, however, unfortunate that on certain issues that are in equally if not more pressing need of the Council's effective and resolute response, such unity appears to remain elusive.”
2015-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7422 (2015) · source
“For my delegation, the mission provided valuable insights and first-hand experience of the situations and challenges faced on the ground in Burundi and the Central African Republic. The interaction during the ninth annual joint consultative meeting between the United Nations Security Council and the African Union Peace and Security Council was also fruitful and, we believe, paved the way for closer cooperation and coordination between the two bodies. In that regard, we welcome the joint communique issued following the conclusion, on 12 March, of the joint consultative meeting in Addis Ababa. The statistics for March that you just detailed, Mr. President, reaffirm that the Council not only continues to be engaged but has also actively pronounced and acted on the various issues on its agenda.”
2015-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7422 (2015) · source
“I join other Council members in warmly congratulating you, Mr. President, on leading the Council through an extremely busy and challenging month and programme of work. We highly appreciate the steady and efficient manner in which you have guided the Council and its work. Malaysia reaffirms its support for the wrap-up session, as it provides the Council with an opportunity to collectively reflect on its work over the past month. At the same time, it allows us to exchange views on the possibility of moving forward certain issues or agendas in the coming month. I wish first to commend France for leading, and Angola and the United States for co-leading the Council's mission to Africa earlier this month.”
2015-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7422 (2015) · source
“Against the rising tide of violent extremists and their narrative, the need for broad-based cooperation aimed at fostering understanding and building bridges between communities, including through sustained interfaith dialogue, among other things, must be pursued in earnest. For its part, Malaysia stands ready to participate and contribute in the fight against terrorism and violent extremism, including by combating their destructive narrative and agenda.”
2015-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7419 (2015) · source
“They include, first, tolerance and inclusiveness among communities, which pluralist societies must foster and strengthen over time; secondly, an understanding of diversity as a source of strength and unity must also be fostered, through Government-led efforts, where appropriate; thirdly, applying the principle of moderation as a general approach to guiding and framing the parameters for inter-communal relations, cooperation and understanding; and fourthly, ensuring that certain rights and freedoms of minority communities, where appropriate, enjoy legal protection and sanction. It is equally important that promoting and protecting minority rights be seen to be balanced, especially when measured against the legitimate concerns of the majority.”
2015-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7419 (2015) · source
“As a multi-ethnic, multicultural and multi-faith society, Malaysia is keenly aware that it has to carefully balance the exercise of certain rights and freedoms with its responsibility for maintaining peaceful and harmonious relations among its various communities. While today we generally have peace and harmony among Malaysia's various communities, that has not always been the case, since inter-ethnic relations, and intercommunal divisions on such issues as wages, income inequality and socioeconomic status, were acutely sharp and divisive in the years immediately following our independence. In the light of our own experience, we would like to take this opportunity to underscore the importance of certain key values, principles and approaches that must be preserved and nurtured in pluralistic societies.”
2015-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7419 (2015) · source
“We realize that for certain countries, especially those just emerging from conflict or in a transition process, the key challenges they face include establishing and maintaining strong governance and law-enforcement institutions that will enable them to ensure their peoples' safety and security regardless of creed or ethnicity. At the same time, those institutions should be able to foster conditions conducive to people's socioeconomic development and the promotion and protection of their human rights. We believe that the international community, and the United Nations in particular, has a critical supporting role to play in that regard.”
2015-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7419 (2015) · source
“Palestinians in Israel are relegated to the status of second-class citizens and are Victims of segregation and displacement. Impunity, wherever it may occur, breeds hatred and vengeance. In this regard, we echo the appeal made by earlier speakers that efforts and initiatives aimed at establishing accountability must be fully supported by the international community. The perpetrators of extremist Violence must realize that there will be consequences for their despicable actions. Malaysia reaffirms the primary responsibility of Governments to ensure the safety and security of their citizens and the promotion and protection of the human rights and fundamental freedoms of their peoples, including minorities.”
2015-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7419 (2015) · source
“As such, while it may seem an impossible task at this particular juncture, we must remain mindful of the need to maintain and strengthen the common ties and linkages between them in order to build a better future for the next generation. At the same time, we also wish to highlight the situation of the Palestinian-Arab citizens of Israel. The Palestinian minority in Israel has suffered continuously from racial discrimination and inequality, much of it officially legislated and sanctioned by the Government. At least 40 different laws are currently in place that in essence discriminate against the Israeli Palestinian population, whether Muslim or Christian, affecting schools, communities, land ownership and other rights.”
2015-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7419 (2015) · source
“Malaysia wishes to reaffirm its commitment to continue working in a coordinated and concerted manner with all partners and stakeholders in combating terrorism and violent extremism in the framework of the United Nations and other relevant international and regional organizations. The current wave of extremist violence in the Middle East, particularly in Iraq and Syria and other parts of Middle East, affects all communities irrespective of creed or ethnicity, whether Christian, Yazidi, Kurd, Shia or Sunni. These are communities which have for the most part lived in peace, side by side with one another, for centuries, if not millennia. The advent of violent extremists and their particular brand has resulted in deep fractures among those communities from which they may never recover.”
2015-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7419 (2015) · source
“Malaysia condemns in the strongest possible terms the outrageous and senseless acts perpetrated by violent extremists against ethnic or religious minorities, wherever and whenever they occur. We denounce and reject totally the ideology propagated by the likes of Al-Qaida, Boko Haram, Daesh, Ansar Al-Sharia, the Al-Nusra Front and other groups or individuals of similar persuasion. We especially reject their claims that their heinous and barbaric acts of Violence are carried out in the name of Islam, a religion of peace. To the Victims, we can but attempt to assuage their grief and despair by reaffirming and reassuring them of our continuing strong commitment to combat those scourges, including through the implementation of the relevant Security Council resolutions.”
2015-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7419 (2015) · source
“In that connection, Malaysia recalls Council resolutions 2170 (2014), 2178 (2014) and 2199 (2015), which are among the most recent responses by the Council and reaffirm its commitment to their implementation and that of other relevant resolutions. We are pleased to note the Secretary-General's proposal on the plan of action to combat fanaticism and violent extremism, and we welcome France's leadership in taking this proposal forward through the proposed international conference. It is tragic and disconcerting that the deadly consequences of the twin scourges of terrorism and Violent extremism, fuelled by the fires of radicalization and hatred, have spread and seemingly become entrenched in the Middle East, a region known as the cradle of civilization.”
2015-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7419 (2015) · source
“Vian Dakhil, member of the Iraqi Parliament, for being with us today and for bringing their perspectives as victims directly affected by the wave of violent extremism in the Middle East today. We are humbled by their fortitude in the face of such trying circumstances. The landscape of threats to international peace and security has evolved significantly since the establishment of the Council. Accordingly, the Council's responses must continue to evolve and take into account the changing nature of the threats faced. The scourge of terrorism and violent extremism stands out as one of the most prominent and challenging threats we face today.”
2015-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7419 (2015) · source
“Malaysia joins other Council members in warmly welcoming you, Mr. President, and other high-level dignitaries to the Council and to today's meeting. We commend you and the delegation of France for having convened this important open debate at this crucial juncture for all the communities in the Middle East. My delegation takes this opportunity to express appreciation to His Excellency Mr. Ban Ki-moon, the Secretary-General, and to His Highness Mr. Zeid Ra'ad Al Hussein, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, for sharing their perspectives and insights on the topic at hand. We also thank His Beatitude Louis Raphael I Sako, Patriarch of Babylon of the Chaldeans, and The Honourable Mrs.”
2015-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7419 (2015) · source
“In that regard, I wish to conclude by underscoring our confidence that the Committee will be able to respond expeditiously and decisively to such scenarios.”
2015-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7412 (2015) · source
“Given that, we hope the Panel will intensify its work on the final report in the weeks to come by focusing on producing a fact-based assessment and analysis that takes into consideration the implications of the outcome of the talks. Since the Panel's mandate will expire in July, we also believe that at the appropriate juncture the Committee should consider how to approach the renewal of its mandate in the event of a comprehensive solution to the Iranian nuclear issue. Malaysia, like other Committee members, and indeed the rest of the international community, looks forward to positive developments in the P5+l negotiations with Iran on its nuclear programme. We anticipate that Member States will soon be referring to the 1737 Committee for guidance on the implementation of the relevant resolutions, based on the outcome of the talks.”
2015-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7412 (2015) · source
“At the same time, we also feel that the Committee is reaching a stage where it will narrow its focus in order to deal with a potential political agreement as an outcome to the discussions between the P5+1 and Iran. Malaysia looks forward to working constructively within the framework of the Committee on that important process. I would also like to take this opportunity to briefly touch on the work of the Panel of Experts. We are pleased that the Panel is now back at work with a full complement of experts, and we hope that will be useful, given the expectations that lie ahead. We note that the deadline for the submission of the Panel's final report will come a few weeks after the P5+l and Iran are expected to conclude their talks on a political agreement.”
2015-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7412 (2015) · source
“We trust that it will continue its work on implementation and compliance with a prudent and judicious approach, based on the mandate derived from the relevant resolutions. At the same time, we are seeing heightened levels of anticipation, and perhaps a certain degree of uncertainty, among Member States and the private sector regarding the ongoing negotiations between Iran and the P5+1. There is clearly strong interest on the part of various stakeholders in the immediate implications of the Council's sanctions on Iran, depending on the outcome of the talks. Looking ahead, we expect there will be a pressing demand for more clarity on the matter in the coming weeks. We recognize the need for greater outreach concerning the continuing validity of the Council's measures on Iran.”
2015-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7412 (2015) · source
“Malaysia also acknowledges the measures Iran has taken to build the international community's confidence through its cooperation with the IAEA. We note that it remains engaged in dialogue with the IAEA and has continued to provide access to its facilities, allowing the Agency to conduct its verification work under the Joint Programme of Action. Against that backdrop, the 1737 Committee has continued to conduct its work in accordance with its mandate, as we heard in the Chair's briefing on its recent activities. Given that the P5+l negotiations with Iran are still under way, we share the view that the Committee should remain committed to implementing all the relevant Security Council resolutions. Accordingly, it should continue its important role of assisting the Member States and international organizations that seek its guidance.”
2015-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7412 (2015) · source
“In that regard, Malaysia welcomes the progress in the negotiations between the P5+1 and Iran regarding the Joint Plan of Action. We recognize the complexity of the discussions and the contentious issues involved. We also commend the serious and sustained commitment ofthe parties concerned to moving the process forward. Malaysia hopes that all sides will be able to show flexibility so that the negotiations can culminate in a positive outcome. We look forward to a comprehensive agreement on the basis of realistic and achievable goals that meet the core requirements of all parties, particularly reaching a political agreement by the end of March and completing the technical annexes by the 30 June deadline.”
2015-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7412 (2015) · source
“We would like to thank the Permanent Representative of Spain for his briefing on the work of the Security Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006) during the reporting period, as well as for his stewardship of the Committee. Malaysia is of the view that all States must adhere to the fundamental principles concerning the peaceful uses of nuclear energy. In order to ensure that those principles are not abused, States must exhibit full transparency in their nuclear programmes, subject those programmes to the full scope of the safeguards of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), comply with the provisions of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons and gain the international community's confidence and trust in the peaceful nature of their nuclear programmes.”
2015-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7412 (2015) · source
“Working alongside Council members, MINUSTAH and the wider United Nations family, institutional donors and other partners and stakeholders, Malaysia will continue to support the ongoing transition and nation-building processes currently under way in Haiti aimed at achieving its goals for stability, security and development.”
2015-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7408 (2015) · source
“On the issue of MINUSTAH's consolidation, Malaysia notes the progress that has been achieved in areas that fall under the four stabilization benchmarks - police development, electoral capacity- building, the rule of law and human rights, and key governance issues - and we look forward to further updates. I would like to take this opportunity to once again express Malaysia's appreciation for MINUSTAH and reaffirm our support to its mandate, its leadership and the entire Mission team for their sustained and exemplary contributions in support of the Government of Haiti, particularly as it steps up to meet its responsibilities for the maintenance of stability and security in the country. In conclusion, Malaysia believes that 2015 will present Haiti and Haitians with enormous opportunities for fulfilling their aspirations.”
2015-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7408 (2015) · source
“In addition, the Government's ongoing efforts to cooperate with MINUSTAH and other partners and stakeholders to strengthen the legal and judicial frameworks are positive and noteworthy steps towards strengthening the rule of law in Haiti. In the light of the upcoming elections, Malaysia is of the view that MINUSTAH's possible reconfiguration should take into account the need to retain a rapid-response capability, among other things. In that regard, we note the ongoing consultations within the framework of the joint United Nations-Government steering committee. We would also like to emphasize that such discussion should be geared towards facilitating Haiti's transition and future development.”
2015-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7408 (2015) · source
“We note and commend the continued support of the police and military components of MINUSTAH to the Haitian National Police (HNP), including through the provision of technical advice and operational support for crowd-control operations and incidents of violent public unrest in Haiti. We are encouraged by the fact that the HNP appears increasingly capable of managing such situations on its own. We further note and support the Government's proposed plan to build and improve the HNP's capacities and capabilities. We believe that efforts designed to increase its competency and professionalism will go a long way to building public confidence in such a key national institutions.”
2015-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7408 (2015) · source
“On a related note, we are encouraged by steps that have been taken, including those aimed at eliminating the still present cholera epidemic, and the ongoing efforts to resettle, relocate and integrate internally displaced persons and to include women in the political process and development of the five-year national strategy for child protection, among other things. With regard to the security situation, Malaysia notes that the safety and security situation remains stable overall. The Government should nonetheless continue to focus its responses, particularly in addressing violent crime, including murder, rape, gang violence and abductions, among other things.”
2015-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7408 (2015) · source
“We note that due to various factors, including a series of natural disasters, coupled with a long period of political impasse and related violence, the humanitarian and human rights situation in Haiti remains precarious. Nevertheless, we remain optimistic and are encouraged by the resilience of the Haitian people in their efforts to overcome such challenges. We encourage the Government to consider further improving respect in the country for human rights, including women and children's rights and the right to health care and education, and to take the necessary steps to establish accountability where there has been impunity, including for human-rights violations committed in the past. We stress that such processes should be Haitian- owned and -led.”
2015-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7408 (2015) · source
“We are encouraged by the steps taken so far, including the establishment of a transitional Government and the installation of a new provisional Electoral Council, the promulgation and subsequent enactment of a new electoral law, and the Government's recently proposed election calendar, among other things. We believe that those and other steps taken to date demonstrate the Government's commitment to ensuring that free, inclusive and transparent elections can take place this year. Malaysia joins other Security Council members in urging Haiti's political actors to work together constructively to ensure that the elections take place according to schedule.”
2015-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7408 (2015) · source
“We remain concerned that continued political uncertainty could lead to possible deterioration in the security situation in the country. It is imperative for the Government to address the people's grievances and allay their fears, including concerns about the economy and unpaid salaries. In the light of the recent economic growth currently being experienced, Malaysia believes that the Government is in a position to address such concerns. Since the Council's recent visit to Haiti, in January, the Government has taken what Malaysia views as a number of gradual and important steps towards paving the way for the elections to be held later this year.”
2015-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7408 (2015) · source
“Malaysia joins other Council members in thanking the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Ms. Sandara Honore, for her briefing, which we have listened to with much interest. I also wish to thank the Secretary-General for his report (S/2015/ 157) on the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH), submitted pursuant to resolution 2180 (2014). Malaysia notes that the political and security situation in Haiti remains fragile, owing in large part to the expectations and anticipation among the people that the long-delayed legislative, municipal and local elections will be held. We note that, since the 49 legislators' mandate ended on 12 January, a key element of the country's political and institutional framework that can check and balance executive power has been rendered ineffective.”
2015-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7408 (2015) · source
“As an outsider, since Malaysia is not a member of the OSCE, we have observed that the organization has played a rather quiet, behind- the-scenes role in resolving conflicts and contributing to peace, stability and security in Europe. However, that approach has proved effective time and again, since it builds trust and confidence, whether by engaging with stakeholders, mediating between conflicting parties or building institutions in post-conflict societies. We greatly appreciate the OSCE'S valuable contribution to the maintenance of peace and security and its close and complementary relations with the United Nations. We would like to assure the OSCE of our continued commitment to supporting its efforts under its Serbian chairship for 2015.”
2015-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7391 (2015) · source
“Malaysia has long called for the voices of moderation to unite and prevail against those espousing hatred, violence and extremism. We reaffirm our strong and unequivocal condemnation of all violent acts, methods and practices of individuals or groups against innocent civilians, with the intent to create fear and terror for religious, political or ideological reasons. We strongly believe that terrorism must be addressed in a comprehensive manner and not necessarily through the use of force alone. Countering it effectively requires a multifaceted approach that addresses the underlying factors that breed terrorism and extremism. In that regard, we stand ready to support the work of the OSCE in combating terrorism and extremism. In conclusion, we wish Serbia success with its chairship for 2015.”
2015-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7391 (2015) · source
“We fully agree on the urgent need to combat terrorism, extremism and radicalization as one of the OSCE's key priorities. We also welcome the statement made by Mr. Daeie at the special meeting of the OSCE Permanent Council in Vienna on 15 January, in which he said that our societies should remain united in the face of attempts to create divisions on the basis of religion. At the same meeting, he also called on Governments to take the necessary measures not only to counter terrorism and provide their citizens with security, but also to foster tolerance and non-discrimination in their societies. Malaysia hopes that the Serbian chairmanship of the OSCE will further intensify its efforts to combat all forms of racism, xenophobia and discrimination, including Islamophobia.”
2015-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7391 (2015) · source
“We fully support the OSCE's continued presence in the Western Balkans, including its missions in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Kosovo, in support of the post- conflict transition processes. By building institutions and promoting reconciliation, the OSCE has been vital to enabling the countries of the Western Balkans to make progress with their political, judicial, electoral, economic and social reforms. Concerning various protracted conflicts, including those in Central Asia, the Southern Caucasus and Moldova, we hope that the Serbian chairship's focus on dialogue and mediation will provide a new impetus for resolving the conflicts that is consistent with the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter and various United Nations resolutions, as well as the Helsinki Final Act.”
2015-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7391 (2015) · source
“We fully support the role of the OSCE in Ukraine, now even more visible with the signing on 12 February of a package of measures for implementing the Minsk agreements that tasks the OSCE with monitoring and verifying compliance with the agreements. We are very concerned about the fact that the OSCE has been denied entry into some conflict areas in eastern Ukraine. We strongly urge all relevant parties to abide by the obligations laid down in the Minsk agreements and endorsed by the Council, and to cooperate fully with the OSCE in order to enable it to carry out its mandate. We take note of the fact that the Western Balkans is a key priority for the Serbian chairmanship ofthe OSCE.”
2015-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7391 (2015) · source
“We congratulate it on a well-deserved award, especially in View of the dangerous situation on the ground in eastern Ukraine. Malaysia would also like to take this opportunity to express its sincere gratitude to the OSCE for facilitating the recovery and investigation efforts related to the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH-17 in eastern Ukraine. Last year, with OSCE assistance, the Dutch- led recovery and investigation teams managed to get access to the site, despite the ongoing fighting, in order to recover the wreckage and the remains and belongings of the victims. We reiterate our commitment to a peaceful resolution of the conflict in Ukraine, based on the principles of the Charter of the United Nations, including respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine.”
2015-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7391 (2015) · source
“In upholding the aforementioned principles, which provide the basic tenets for the work of the OSCE, we welcome the efforts made by the Serbian chairmanship to focus on dialogue and compromise, the peaceful resolution of disputes, confidence-building, solidarity, responsibility and cooperation. We also believe that the motto of the Serbian chairship - "Rebuilding trust and confidence in order to create a positive agenda for the future" * is very timely, in view of the divisions and numerous challenges facing the region today. Three weeks ago, the Munich Security Conference honoured the OSCE with an award for its outstanding contribution to peace, stability and security in Europe, and particularly for its efforts regarding the Special Monitoring Mission in Ukraine, as well as its diplomatic attempts to end the crisis there.”
2015-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7391 (2015) · source
“Malaysia welcomes the reaffirmation by the Chairperson-in-Office of the OSCE to continue close cooperation with the United Nations in upholding the purposes and principles of the Charter. As mentioned by Mr. Daeie, this year marks the fortieth anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act, which laid down principles to guide relations among participating States. Those principles, which include sovereign equality, refraining from the threat or use of force, the inviolability of frontiers, the peaceful settlement of disputes, non-intervention in internal matters and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, remain as relevant today as they were 40 years ago.”
2015-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7391 (2015) · source
“Ijoin other speakers in welcoming His Excellency Ivica Daeie, Chairperson-in- Office ofthe Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Serbia, to the Council today. I wish to congratulate him on his assumption of the post of Chairperson-in-Office of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) for 2015, and we are grateful for his in-depth briefing, especially in outlining the priorities of the OSCE under Serbia's chairmanship. As the largest regional security organization, consisting of 57 countries of Europe, Central Asia and North America, the OSCE plays a crucial role in contributing to peace, security and stability in Europe, as envisaged by Chapter VIII of the United Nations Charter.”
2015-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7391 (2015) · source
“We are also of the view that it is imperative for Member States, regional organizations and the relevant international organizations to enhance cooperation and strategies and build their capacity to secure their borders against terrorism and cross-border crime. This can be done through cooperation in the form of exchanges of information, capacity-building, technology transfer and confidence-building measures. In conclusion, Malaysia fully shares the spirit and the sentiment that underlie the convening of this open debate on terrorism and cross-border crime. Malaysia will continue to give its full support and pledge its cooperation to combat terrorism and cross-border crime for mutual benefit among the countries and citizens of the world.”
2014-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7351 (2014) · source
“In this regard, we believe that the relevant entities of the United Nations system, including the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, the Department of Political Affairs, the Department of Peacekeeping Operations, the United Nations Development Programme and INTERPOL should enhance their collaboration so as to prevent terrorist groups from benefiting from cross-border crime. It is also important for the Peacebuilding Commission and other relevant international organizations to support the development and strengthening of the capacities of national and regional institutions to prevent, investigate, prosecute, judge and punish those responsible for cross-border crimes.”
2014-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7351 (2014) · source
“In the wake of the rampant advance of terror and violent extremist groups-in terms of capturing both actual territory and intellectual or ideological space-Malaysia co-sponsored resolution 2178 (2014) last September. In doing so, Malaysia sought to lend its support to galvanizing international action to combat terrorism in general and the scourge of foreign terrorist fighters in particular. While we acknowledge the sovereign prerogative of Member States in securing their borders, we wish to stress the crucial role of the United Nations in leading and coordinating the effort to address the challenges of terrorism and cross-border crime.”
2014-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7351 (2014) · source
“Groups and individuals in vulnerable and poverty- stricken environments serve as potential recruits for radicalization. Extremists often take advantage of the situation resulting from poverty and marginalization to foster the conditions that enable them to carry out their violent actions. The international community must therefore redouble its efforts to bring the fruits of balanced and sustainable socioeconomic development to areas where such development is lacking. Malaysia condemns terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. We reaffirm the need to combat by all means, in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and international law, threats to international peace and security caused by terrorist acts and cross- border crime.”
2014-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7351 (2014) · source
“With such a holistic and synchronized approach, the United Nations has the potential to deliver truly impactful support to the regions and countries most vulnerable to the threat of terrorism and cross-border crime. Malaysia fully supports the four pillars of the approach of the United Nations Global Counter- Terrorism Strategy: addressing the conditions that spread terrorism, preventing and combating terrorism, counter-terrorism capacity-building, and respecting human rights and the rule of law. It is indeed crucial to address the conditions conducive to the spread of terrorism and cross-border crime, which include, among others, poverty; violations of human rights; political exclusion; and socioeconomic marginalization.”
2014-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7351 (2014) · source
“As such, we share the view that there is a need for the United Nations to consider looking at all the tools available to it to reduce and ultimately eliminate the strategic space that cross-border crime affords terrorist groups. The proposed measures could, however, perhaps be built on the existing resources and the commendable work already being done, including the Counter- Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate's analytical expertise and the Counter-Terrorism Implementation Task Force's capacity-building expertise. More broadly, the effort should also include the relevant United Nations agencies, funds and programmes and United Nations field missions, so that the combined United Nations response would be stronger and more integrated.”
2014-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7351 (2014) · source
“As highlighted in the concept paper, there have been many instances in which the involvement of terrorist groups in cross-border crime contributes to undermining the authority of States, their security and stability, governance, social and economic development and the rule of law. There are also indications that in some instances, terrorist groups make large profits from their involvement in cross-border crimes such as trafficking in arms and illicit drugs, and kidnapping. In this regard, we concur with the proposal that there is a need to look at the strategic impact of the intersection of terrorism and cross-border crime. It is evident that cross-border crime can weaken State authority and its military and policing capability. Cross-border crime can also embolden terrorist groups and make them formidable rivals to the State.”
2014-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7351 (2014) · source