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“Secondly, it is important to underscore that partnerships for humanitarian action should be undergirded by the application of emerging technologies as a strategic goal to anticipate needs and enhance the reach and scale of humanitarian responses, but also the efficiency and effectiveness of humanitarian performance. Equally important is the need for United Nations humanitarian actors to continue to embrace new technologies in the humanitarian architecture; to pick up early-warning signals, coordinate and deploy resources when doing so can be most effective; and to identify the needs of the victims in ways that can help create sustainable and self-reliant humanitarian outcomes.”
2023-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9418 (2023) · source
“Without common principles, we face the risk of undermining the convergence that we seek between the influence of the market and that of humanitarian actors. In that context, we believe that the work that has been done by the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs and the World Economic Forum in developing guiding principles for public-private collaboration for humanitarian action, the Agenda for Humanity and the principles jointly developed by a number of United Nations funds and programmes with private sector companies for humanitarian payments can serve as a basis for deepening collaboration in response to growing humanitarian needs.”
2023-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9418 (2023) · source
“With a staggering financial requirement gap of $39 billion at this point in the year, new opportunities beyond the known limits should be explored to better understand how the interests of the private sector can be made to dovetail with a universal and solidarity- based framework of multilateralism in delivering humanitarian assistance to those most in need. In that regard, Ghana welcomes this intergovernmental opportunity for discussions on sustaining the private sector’s involvement in humanitarian action and would like to highlight four main points. First, we hold that public-private partnerships for humanitarian action should be based on shared principles and values that respect the core consensus of the international community on humanitarian action, which is based on humanity, neutrality, impartiality and independence.”
2023-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9418 (2023) · source
“We begin by thanking Albania for convening this important and novel open debate and note with appreciation the insightful briefings by Ms. Cindy McCain, Mr. Jared Cohen and Mr. Michael Miebach. The unprecedented level of humanitarian needs globally, which is being driven strongly by such factors as conflicts, insecurity, climate change, natural disasters and the prevailing global economic headwinds, should perforce require all of us to reconsider how we mobilize support at all levels for effective responses. As the August update of the Global Humanitarian Overview indicates, 248 million of the 363 million people in need of assistance around the world require some $55.2 billion if we are to be able to respond to their needs.”
2023-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9418 (2023) · source
“The A3 reaffirms its solidarity with the people of the Sudan, expresses its commitment to achieving peace and security in the country and reiterates the need for respect of the Sudan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.”
2023-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9417 (2023) · source
“We urge coordination and strong action to also abate the proliferation of arms in the Sudanese conflict. On the relationship between UNITAMS and the warring parties, we encourage UNITAMS to remain engaged with the Sudanese people by providing assistance in their greatest moment of need. Lastly, a review of the present situation in the Sudan would not leave anyone in doubt of the huge humanitarian challenges confronting the Sudanese people, especially women and children. We commend the efforts of the international community in supplying the needed aid to IDPs in the Sudan and call for sustained international support for the humanitarian efforts required in the Sudan and neighbouring countries.”
2023-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9417 (2023) · source
“We also welcome the efforts by the African Union to establish a credible civilian political dialogue among the Sudanese people. We further note the invitation extended to IGAD to participate in the Jeddah process for the implementation of short-term ceasefire and humanitarian arrangements, which is formally adjourned at the moment, and urge the Sudanese parties to uphold their commitments. We urge continuing efforts by the African Union to facilitate a structured, unified and coherent approach towards peace by the Sudanese parties and an all- inclusive consultation with civilian stakeholders. We believe that different processes by different actors in the international community, if not coordinated, can frustrate the desired results for an early and lasting peace in the Sudan.”
2023-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9417 (2023) · source
“We are also worried about the conflict-related sexual violence that has been reported as widespread in Darfur by the Panel of Experts of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1591 (2005) concerning the Sudan, which has received approximately 100 reports of such incidents. The A3 wishes to state that the perpetrators of all heinous crimes should be held accountable as soon as the situation normalizes, while efforts are also undertaken to protect the most vulnerable, especially women and children. On the political processes, the A3 fully supports the efforts of the Heads of State and Government of the IGAD quartet group to implement the IGAD road map for peace in the Republic of Sudan, adopted in Djibouti on 12 June.”
2023-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9417 (2023) · source
“We are also deeply concerned about the situation in Kadugli, in South Kordofan, which remains extremely volatile. Roads connecting Khartoum to Kordofan and Darfur are blocked, limiting the movement of essential goods and humanitarian supplies. Schools, hospitals and places of worship have also been targeted in several parts of the Sudan, while homes, international non-governmental organizations and United Nations compounds have had facilities and assets looted. The conflict has forced large-scale displacements of populations, as we have heard, and worsened an already dire humanitarian situation.”
2023-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9417 (2023) · source
“In that context, the A3 also joins the strong condemnation of the ongoing conflict issued by the quartet of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) at the end of its second meeting and its call for the warring parties to immediately halt all hostilities, reiterating that there is no military solution to the conflict in the Republic of the Sudan. We worry about the detrimental impact of the war on the already volatile situation in the Darfur region. We are dismayed that the intensification of fighting in El Genina has been accompanied by the deliberate targeting of camps for internally displaced persons (IDPs), the use of heavy artillery attacks and the creation of vulnerabilities for the civilian population, who remain unprotected.”
2023-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9417 (2023) · source
“Since the start of the conflict in the Sudan on 15 April, the people of the Sudan have continued to witness a worsening security and humanitarian situation, including in Darfur, and with impacts on neighbouring countries such as Chad, the Central African Republic and, to a lesser extent, South Sudan. With no decisive victory in sight and the reality of a protracted and widespread national conflict looming, the A3 wishes to once again appeal to the leaders of the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces to give peace a chance as the situation in the Sudan can be normalized only through dialogue and negotiations. We echo the voices of the people of the Sudan, who are tired of the war and are calling on the parties to unconditionally cease hostilities, silence the guns and resort to dialogue.”
2023-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9417 (2023) · source
“I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the three African members of the Security Council (A3). We thank Special Representative of the Secretary- General Volker Perthes and Ms. Edem Wosornu for their briefings and commend the efforts of the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in the Sudan and the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs to help the Sudanese people at this difficult moment in their national history. We also thank the Ms. Mayada Adil for her perspective. I would also like to acknowledge the work carried out by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General during his tenure in the Sudan under difficult circumstances and wish him well in his future endeavours.”
2023-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9417 (2023) · source
“In its interim report, the Panel informed the Committee of the deteriorating security and humanitarian situation in Darfur. The intensified fighting, in particular in El Geneina, led to the displacement of the civilian population to neighbouring countries. Schools, mosques and hospitals were also targeted, while homes and compounds of international non-governmental organizations and the United Nations were looted. In conclusion, I would like to note that the Panel is continuing its investigations and is expected to present the final report in January 2024. The Committee will continue to be responsive to the needs of the Council as expressed in the relevant resolutions.”
2023-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9416 (2023) · source
“Mr. Agyeman: In accordance with paragraph 3 (a) (iv) of resolution 1591 (2005), I have the honour to brief the Security Council on the work of the Sudan Sanctions Committee, covering the period from 16 June to today. During the reporting period, the Committee received the interim report of the Panel of Experts on the Sudan, pursuant to resolution 1591 (2005), as renewed by resolution 2676 (2023). The Committee also met once in informal consultations, on 11 August, and heard a presentation by the Sudan Panel of Experts on its interim report. The interim report was presented amid the escalation of violence in Khartoum and its quick spread to Darfur as a result of the fighting that has been ongoing between the Rapid Support Forces and the Sudanese armed forces since 15 April.”
2023-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9416 (2023) · source
“In conclusion, and as highlighted by the Secretary- General in his policy brief on A New Agenda for Peace, the Council and the wider United Nations need to embrace African-led peace support operations, funded from United Nations assessed contributions, if we are to be effective and successful in silencing the guns on the African continent. As a reliable regional partner, the African Union’s resolve to assist the Council in maintaining continental peace and security holds the best prospects for preserving the credibility of United Nations peacekeeping and maintaining peace where limitations in peacekeeping are evident. We therefore look forward to the adoption of a framework draft resolution on the matter.”
2023-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9413 (2023) · source
“We are optimistic that, underpinned by the four preparatory meetings, the last of which will be held next month in Kigali, the five themes chosen for the ministerial meeting — namely, the safety and security of uniformed personnel; strategic communication, including hate speech and misinformation and disinformation; the mental health of peacekeepers; the participation of women in peacekeeping and the protection of civilians — will engender the necessary pledges to support the implementation of the Action for Peacekeeping Plus initiative.”
2023-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9413 (2023) · source
“Moreover, the huge gap between the resources we put at the disposal of peacekeeping missions and what we are prepared to give United Nations country teams to carry over residual tasks and functions that support peace should be narrowed and more resources given for such tasks. Ghana remains committed to advancing the effectiveness of peacekeeping and looks forward, as the Under-Secretary-General also mentioned, to hosting a successful Peacekeeping Ministerial meeting in Accra on 5 and 6 December. We encourage the participation of all delegations and are ready to facilitate such participation.”
2023-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9413 (2023) · source
“While they may not have the capacity to fully address the underlying causes of conflicts, the historical evidence shows that peacekeeping operations can have a transformative impact. Peacekeeping should therefore be carefully structured and implemented to achieve sustainable conflict-management outcomes and foster an environment conducive to lasting peace and stability. Thirdly, we urge for a stronger strategic approach to the question of transitions. Peace processes do not end when the last peacekeeper leaves, and neither should our commitment. Before, during and after a peacekeeping mission, we must take full advantage of the existing peace toolbox, as well as centralize peacebuilding in breaking the cycles of underdevelopment, inequitable growth and flawed or militarized political systems.”
2023-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9413 (2023) · source
“For today’s briefing, we would like to highlight three key points. First, we emphasize the need to ensure the primacy of politics in peacekeeping missions’ mandates, and for the Council itself to work to streamline mandates to ensure that they are realistic and commensurate with the known capabilities of what peacekeeping missions can deliver. In that regard, we must work in a manner that can support peacekeeping missions in harnessing relevant partnerships to deliver a coherent and unified political strategy for resolving conflicts, while also closing the gaps between the expectations of local populations and what peacekeeping missions can realistically deliver. Secondly, we underscore the need to prioritize peacekeeping operations as an integral part of the broader processes for peace, not an activity in isolation.”
2023-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9413 (2023) · source
“We welcome the report and associate ourselves with the Secretary-General’s call for the Security Council and the General Assembly to holistically reflect on the limitations and the future of peacekeeping. That reflection is particularly necessary considering the contexts of the conflicts that peacekeeping is called on to respond to today. As the Secretary-General’s report points out, today’s conflict environments are often marked by geopolitical tensions, the proliferation of armed groups, exclusion, inequalities, social and political marginalization, climate insecurity, violent extremism, terrorism and the spread of misinformation and disinformation, as well as food insecurity. In some instances, those circumstances demand that we pivot away from the traditional peacekeeping paradigm where it is appropriate to do so.”
2023-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9413 (2023) · source
“We recognize the significant contributions made by peacekeepers and peacekeeping around the world and pay tribute to all the Blue Helmet personnel who have made the ultimate sacrifice for the cause of peace. At this time, we remember the gallant men and women who have fallen in the line of duty and urge all warring parties to consider their sacrifice and recommit to peace. The Secretary-General’s report examines where we are with United Nations peacekeeping operations, including the parameters used to assess peacekeeping performance, details on progress in the implementation of the Action for Peace Plus (A4P+) priority areas and recommendations for further improving United Nations peacekeeping to ensure that it can realize its full potential.”
2023-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9413 (2023) · source
“As this is the first time that we are taking the floor during your presidency of the Security Council, Sir, we would like to congratulate you and your team and wish you the very best for your term. Let me also thank Under-Secretary-General Jean- Pierre Lacroix for his briefing to the Council against the backdrop of the Secretary-General’s comprehensive report on United Nations peacekeeping operations. Despite the fact that present-day peacekeeping operations are complicated by dangerous environments and challenging circumstances, Ghana continues to assert the importance of the role of the United Nations in maintaining international peace and security and of peacekeeping operations as instrumental to those efforts.”
2023-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9413 (2023) · source
“In conclusion, the A3 encourages the full cooperation of the Malian transitional authorities in authorizing and facilitating ground and air transport, as well as customs clearance, for a smooth and timely withdrawal of MINUSMA. Gabon, Mozambique and Ghana reaffirm their common support for the plan laid out by the Secretary- General in the transfer of MINUSMA’s task and believe that the timely provision of logistics and funding would be a critical element for the successful execution of the plan. We reaffirm also our respect for the sovereignty, territorial integrity and unity of Mali and underscore the need for all stakeholders to support the execution of those essential tasks.”
2023-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9407 (2023) · source
“We also encourage support to relevant Malian institutions to tackle other aggravating factors on the humanitarian situation such as climate change. Lastly, it is important, as we contemplate the legacy of MINUSMA, to prioritize measures that would sustain momentum in tackling the root causes of the crisis in Mali, including the governance and development deficits. We see value in enhancing support for the work of the Peacebuilding Commission at this critical time, including funding support to enable it to empower critical agents of change, such as women and youth, to contribute to national decision-making, conflict prevention and peaceful elections, among other areas. The role of civil society organizations also continues to be essential in support of efforts to address the political, security and humanitarian situation.”
2023-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9407 (2023) · source
“Thirdly, in noting the challenges that the withdrawal of MINUSMA may pose for the protection of civilians, even as the Malian authorities assume full charge of their primary responsibility, the A3 re-echoes the Secretary- General’s appeal for flexibility in the transfer of residual funds, as well as an increase in donor funding, to better support the authorities and the United Nations agencies to contain the multidimensional challenges Mali faces. We remain equally worried about the deteriorating humanitarian situation arising from increasing incidents of terrorist attacks which has increased the number of people in need of humanitarian assistance to more than 5 million persons. Concerned by the widening funding gap, we urge donors to help meet the $751.5 million target required for the humanitarian response plan.”
2023-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9407 (2023) · source
“We welcome the United Nations country team’s readiness to work with the transitional Government to support its efforts, in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework 2020–2024, and look forward to the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) playing its the good offices role for the peace process. While recognizing the important role that UNOWAS and the United Nations country team can play in filling gaps, we note their need for adequate logistical, operational and funding support. We particularly encourage funding towards electoral support and the United Nations Development Programme basket fund to support the successful completion of the political transition and a return to constitutional order, which would establish the basis for sustainable peace and stability in Mali.”
2023-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9407 (2023) · source
“Secondly, the A3 notes the Malian transitional authorities’ resolve to assume, after the withdrawal, responsibility for tasks such as the political transition and elections, support to the peace process, the restoration and extension of State authority and support to the stabilization of the centre regions, and the protection of civilians and human rights. We also note the transitional authority’s determination to restore constitutional order, in accordance with the timelines agreed with the Economic Community of West African States, and we underscore the need for the further strengthening of national institutions.”
2023-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9407 (2023) · source
“That is essential in preserving consensus and mitigating any adverse impact that MINUSMA’s withdrawal may create on the further implementation of the peace agreement. In that context, we note the concerns regarding the continuation of the measures decided by the Council for listing individuals who impair the peace process in Mali. We are, however, of the view that in the present challenging security and political situation, the measures provide a necessary safeguard for the peace agreement.”
2023-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9407 (2023) · source
“We urge the transitional authorities to renew their engagement with the signatory movements to preserve the ceasefire agreement and the commitment to the peace process. In the light of the gaps that the withdrawal of MINUSMA would create, we urge an early solution for mechanisms for monitoring the ceasefire and monitoring and reporting on human rights. We emphasize that the stability, unity and integrity of Mali depends on the transitional authorities’ capacity to carry all significant segments of the population along in an inclusive manner. We also emphasize the important responsibility of the international mediation mechanism to hold the peace agreement in place by sustaining dialogue and coordination between the transitional Government and the signatory movements.”
2023-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9407 (2023) · source
“First, we welcome the phased implementation of the drawdown, which consolidates uniformed personnel and equipment in key camps to be followed by their repatriation. We commend the efforts already made in repatriating approximately 1,096 uniformed personnel as of today, and we stand in solidarity with the four peacekeepers who have sustained injuries during the course of the withdrawal process. Despite the challenges in the theatre, we believe a withdrawal by 31 December is still possible. However, we note the growing tensions that have emerged between the transitional Government of Mali and one signatory movement the Coordination des mouvements de l’Azawad, as well as the uneasiness of several signatory movements.”
2023-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9407 (2023) · source
“We nonetheless remain confident in the United Nations capacity to follow through on its objectives for a safe, orderly and coordinated withdrawal of the Mission, while preserving a United Nations long-term engagement in the country and mitigating the risk associated with the spillover effects of the crisis into neighbouring countries. We appreciate the system-wide priority that has been accorded to the drawdown and withdrawal process. We encourage the full cooperation of the Malian transitional authorities, as required under the status-of-forces agreement and resolution 2690 (2023) in support of the withdrawal of the Mission. In the furtherance of the objectives of the withdrawal plan, the A3 would like to highlight four key points.”
2023-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9407 (2023) · source
“Incidents of terrorist attacks against civilians and security personnel persist. The implementation of the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali emanating from the Algiers process remains challenging. Misinformation and disinformation campaigns continue to complicate efforts to stabilize communities, protect civilians and provide humanitarian support to vulnerable populations. We also agree with the observation made by many that the current situation in the Niger will further complicate the security and humanitarian situation in the region and the MINUSMA liquidation process.”
2023-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9407 (2023) · source
“I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the African members of the Security Council (A3), namely, Gabon, Mozambique and Ghana. We welcome the multi-layered and integrated plan of withdrawal articulated by the Secretary-General for the transfer of the tasks of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) by 31 December and thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General El-Ghassim Wane for his insightful briefing on the current situation. We also thank Ms. Beatrice Abouya, the civil society briefer, for her perspective. We further welcome the participation of the Permanent Representative of Mali at this meeting. As we very well know, the withdrawal of MINUSMA from Mali is taking place within a very short window of time and against a challenging and dynamic backdrop.”
2023-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9407 (2023) · source
“We urge that the consultative and national-oriented approach taken to arriving at such important outcomes be replicated in resolving the many national challenges that Libya has to deal with. Considering the ongoing political and security turmoil in the Sahel, the A3 would like to see a renewed commitment and a sense of urgency on the part of the State of Libya, bolstered by the support of the Security Council and the international community at large, for stabilizing Libya as soon as possible while respecting its sovereignty, political independence and territorial integrity.”
2023-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9402 (2023) · source
“We strongly condemn the massive arbitrary detention of asylum seekers in inhumane conditions and call on the national authorities to ensure that migrants are protected against any human rights violations, including trafficking, torture, sexual and gender-based violence and extortion. We echo the Secretary-General’s call for alternatives to detentions aimed at managing migration in line with international law. The A3 continues to be concerned about the economic impact of the protracted conflict and the ongoing political crisis in Libya, which are negatively affecting access to essential services, including health care and education, particularly for the most vulnerable. However, we commend the work of the high financial committee and the agreement reached two days ago to unify the Central Bank of Libya.”
2023-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9402 (2023) · source
“The violent clashes that took place on 14 and 15 August between the 444 Brigade and the Deterrence Apparatus caused at least 55 deaths and 146 injuries among civilians. We strongly condemn the incident and reiterate our call on all armed groups to exercise restraint and fully comply with the 2020 ceasefire agreement in order to maintain the current positive momentum towards long-term peace and security. The A3 calls on the Libyan authorities to pursue their efforts and commitment to unifying Libya’s security forces. Thirdly, on the human rights front, the A3 continues to urge the Libyan authorities, with the support of the international community, to work to improve the plight of migrants and refugees in Libya.”
2023-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9402 (2023) · source
“We reiterate our call on all Libyan stakeholders to ensure the meaningful participation of Libyan society, including women and young people, in inclusive dialogue in good faith — the sole guarantee of the lasting peace and stability that the Libyan people deserve. The A3 reiterates that the peace process in Libya must be Libyan-led and Libyan- owned, facilitated by the United Nations, supported by the international community and guided by inclusive dialogue conducive to national reconciliation. In that regard, we welcomed the preparatory meeting held in Brazzaville on 20 July as part of the reconciliation processes facilitated by the African Union. Secondly, with regard to the security situation, the A3 notes with concern the fragile security context recently manifested in armed clashes between rival groups in Tripoli.”
2023-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9402 (2023) · source
“(spoke in English) On the political front, the A3 commends the Special Representative’s continued efforts to work with all the relevant Libyan institutions and actors to address the contested aspects of the electoral framework. While noting the useful work carried out by the 6+6 committee, we urge the Special Representative of the Secretary- General to work with all stakeholders to establish firm timelines in order to meet the aspirations of the Libyan people for the holding of elections without further delay. The A3 hopes that a political consensus among Libyan stakeholders on viable draft electoral legislation will be reached as soon as possible in order to pave the way for sustainable stability in the country.”
2023-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9402 (2023) · source
“Mr. Agyeman (Ghana) (spoke in French): I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the three African members of the Security Council (A3), Gabon, Mozambique and my own country, Ghana. We thank the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Mr. Abdoulaye Bathily, for his informative briefing. We also thank Ms. Al Jerbi. We welcome the participation of the Permanent Representative of Libya at this meeting. The A3 would like to underscore three points today. First, we express our appreciation for Special Representative of the Secretary-General Bathily’s tireless efforts to find consensus solutions, in cooperation with the Libyan authorities, to the issues related to the holding of transparent and inclusive presidential and legislative elections in Libya as soon as possible.”
2023-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9402 (2023) · source
“We therefore express reservations concerning the Council’s further consideration of the matter and urge the appropriate United Nations human rights bodies and mechanisms with existing mandates to continue their efforts to gather all available information and data and report on the human rights situation of the North Korean people. In conclusion, Ghana reiterates its support for the human rights pillar of the work of the United Nations, and encourages global respect for human rights and the fundamental freedoms of all persons without distinction as to race, sex, language or religion, as called for by Article 1, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations.”
2023-08-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9398 (2023) · source
“We urge for a constructive engagement between the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea and United Nations to support efforts to ensure the human rights of its nationals and address the growing humanitarian needs. While we are concerned by the human rights and humanitarian situation in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, we firmly hold the view that country- specific human rights questions should be dealt with by the relevant United Nations human rights bodies, with the narrow and limited exception being instances in which a systematic and widespread violation of human rights aggravates an ongoing conflict situation and in which a State is either incapable of addressing or unwilling to address the matter, as verified by independent sources.”
2023-08-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9398 (2023) · source
“We further call on the authorities of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea to provide the families of all persons who have been abducted or otherwise considered as forcibly disappeared with comprehensive information on their fate and whereabouts, if they have survived, and to allow those who are still alive and their descendants to return immediately to their countries of origin and, in close cooperation with their families and nations of origin, to identify and repatriate the physical remains of those who have died. Ghana notes the increasing challenges of gathering independent and credible information on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea since the outbreak of the coronavirus disease pandemic.”
2023-08-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9398 (2023) · source
“The commemoration should spur us all on to foster peace and promote reconciliation. Securing the reunion of separated families is one way of building trust among the Korean people, and it could also play an important role in promoting reconciliation, peace and stability on the Korean peninsula and the region in general. We therefore encourage the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea and the Republic of Korea to prioritize work on finding ways to resume reunions, online or offline. We appeal to the authorities of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea to release and return the 17 Japanese nationals officially recognized by the Government of Japan as having been abducted.”
2023-08-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9398 (2023) · source
“We support the work of the Special Rapporteur on the situation on human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea and will continue to constructively engage within the Third Committee on the situation of human rights in that country. As we commemorate the seventy-fifth anniversary of the Universal Declaration on Human Rights, we underscore the importance of respect for the entire spectrum of human rights in upholding the dignity of all persons and for the progress and stability of societies. We emphasize the need for human rights issues not to be politicized and for the same attention to be given to economic, social and cultural rights as is given to civil and political rights. That is important to sustain peace across the globe. This year also marks the seventieth anniversary of the Korean Armistice Agreement.”
2023-08-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9398 (2023) · source
“I begin by noting the objectives for this meeting and reaffirm Ghana’s support for the human rights pillar of the work of the United Nations. We thank the briefers for their perspectives and encourage the further efforts of relevant United Nations bodies in helping the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea to completely fulfil its obligation to promote and protect the rights of its citizens. In that regard, we welcome the work of United Nations human rights mechanisms concerning the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea and appreciate their efforts to raise awareness on the gaps that need to be addressed in order to ensure full respect for the human rights of the people of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea.”
2023-08-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9398 (2023) · source
“We must also be resolved to provide immediate humanitarian assistance, build the resilience of the most vulnerable and strengthen sustainable, resilient and inclusive food systems, in line with the 2030 Agenda for the Sustainable Development and its Sustainable Development Goals.”
2023-08-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9392 (2023) · source
“Thirdly, we need to bridge the gap between needs and supplies, especially for regions that may be experiencing drought and where the impact of climate-change-induced situations could aggravate conflicts. In that regard, we urge support for the accelerated implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area Agreement to help avert future disruptions of food supply chains on the African continent. In conclusion, Ghana welcomes the issuance of today’s presidential statement (S/PRST/2023/4) and would like to underscore the need to act with urgency, at scale, and in concert in order to respond to the food security and nutrition needs of the millions of vulnerable people around the world whose situations have been worsened by conflict.”
2023-08-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9392 (2023) · source
“Secondly, we must focus on building resilience in economies and food systems. Besides acknowledging the effects that climate change has on food insecurity and conflicts, we should work together to support efforts for adaptation measures in developing countries and agricultural initiatives such as the African Common Position for Sustainable Food Systems, the further implementation of the African Union’s Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme and its results framework, regional food security facilities such as the Economic Community of West African States Regional Food Security Reserve and the effective implementation of the African Development Bank’s facility, with a view to boosting food security, nutrition and resilience on the continent.”
2023-08-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9392 (2023) · source
“We encourage making every possible effort to reverse the rapid and dramatic deterioration in food security observed in conflict-affected settings and urge the international community to unite in demanding that the parties to conflicts comply with their obligations under international law, including international humanitarian law and international human rights law. We emphasize the need for long-term investment, especially in countries where food insecurity and conflict are acutely linked. In relation to that, I would like to make three brief additional points. First, our actions must continue to emphasize the preservation of peace, the prevention of conflicts and the rapid deployment of peaceful means for resolving disputes before they lead to violence between States or within a State.”
2023-08-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9392 (2023) · source
“With respect to immediate measures, Ghana urges for scaling up urgent action to respond to the acute food insecurity and nutrition needs of the millions of vulnerable people in conflict situations around the world, especially in Africa, which is the hardest hit region of all. We call on the international community and donor agencies to prioritize the underfunded humanitarian response plans for African countries, and the implementation of those plans for countries in West Africa and the Sahel, by helping to meet the $3.5 billion target required to tackle the growing needs. We also urge for strengthening prepositioned assets at global and regional humanitarian hubs in order to ensure that their food stocks meet people’s needs quickly and effectively.”
2023-08-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9392 (2023) · source