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1. “For that reason, we supported the recent adoption of General Assembly resolution 76/262, which provides a standing mandate for the General Assembly to hold a debate whenever a veto is cast in the Security Council. The Security Council has a crucial role in defending the Charter of the United Nations, promoting respect for international law and advancing the rules- based international order. The Charter of the United Nations, in Chapter VII, also mandates the Security Council to take enforcement measures to maintain or restore international peace and security. To that end, it is my delegation’s firm belief that enforcing justice and accountability must be an integral feature of the Security Council’s work and responsibilities.”

   2022-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9052 (2022) · source

2. “But what is equally important is that the United Nations, particularly the Security Council, must lead by example. All alleged crimes and violations of international law, including crimes and violations by those who consistently violate Security Council resolutions, must be addressed equally and objectively, no matter where and when they occurred. One clear example of the Security Council’s paralysis is its lack of action to enforce accountability for Israel’s numerous and severe violations of international law and the Council resolutions. The Council must rise above its accountability deficit, which puts its credibility and legitimacy into question. My delegation also stresses the importance of accountability for the abuse of veto power, especially with regard to actions aimed at preventing and ending mass atrocity crimes.”

   2022-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9052 (2022) · source

3. “Malaysia continues to support efforts aimed at promoting and strengthening accountability for violations of human rights and international law, including through international tribunals. At the same time, we strongly believe that true accountability can be achieved only if mechanisms are credible, independent, impartial and transparent. Malaysia reiterates its call on all parties to uphold the Charter of the United Nations, international humanitarian law and international human rights law. All parties must refrain from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any State or from any other action that is inconsistent with the United Nations Charter. That should never be compromised, regardless of the motive.”

   2022-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9052 (2022) · source

4. “At the outset, Malaysia would like to thank the delegation of Albania for organizing today’s timely meeting. We would also like to thank the briefers for their valuable contributions to today’s debate. Accountability is not an option; it is essential. It remains the only way to end impunity and ensure justice and reconciliation, and prevent further conflict. Serious violations of international law such as genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing, crimes against humanity and other severe human rights abuses can destabilize countries and regions, thereby threatening international peace and security. At the core of our collective effort to establish accountability are indispensable and interconnected rights, namely, the right to truth, justice, remedy and reparations.”

   2022-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9052 (2022) · source

5. “Malaysia will also continue to support the humanitarian efforts to ease the conditions of the Palestinian people, including through the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East. Tensions during the holy month of Ramadan take us back to the painful memories of the war in Gaza last year, which killed many innocent civilians, including women and children. We once again urge the Security Council to fulfil its duties, as enshrined in the United Nations Charter, take immediate and necessary actions to avoid another flood of bloodshed at this critical time and work towards ending the occupation.”

   2022-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9021Resumption1 (2022) · source

6. “In his recent report last month, the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian territories also concluded: “With the eyes of the international community wide open, Israel has imposed upon Palestine an apartheid reality in a post-apartheid world.” (A/HRC/49/87, para. 59) Various international human rights organizations also shared that conclusion. Malaysia will not waver in its commitment to, and support for, the Palestinian people in realizing their inalienable rights to self-determination and independence. Our position is clear: only a negotiated political settlement of a two-State solution can create sustainable peace, based on the internationally agreed parameters, international law and the relevant United Nations resolutions.”

   2022-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9021Resumption1 (2022) · source

7. “Malaysia also reiterates its call for the Security Council to revisit the recommendation contained in the Secretary-General’s 2018 report A/ES-10/794 for the deployment of United Nations-mandated armed forces or unarmed observers to improve the protection of Palestinians. We also call on the Security Council and the Middle East Quartet to intensify efforts towards creating the necessary conditions for peace talks between the relevant parties. Every Palestinian is entitled to live in dignity, security and freedom. But the fact remains that Palestinians continue to live under brutal occupation and within a repressive blockade. Their fundamental rights are denied, while illegal settlements are being expanded. The systematic oppression of Palestinians and the discriminatory policies are equivalent to the crimes of apartheid.”

   2022-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9021Resumption1 (2022) · source

8. “Yet we have witnessed that the same strength of attention and action has not been accorded to Palestine’s decades-long struggle in resisting Israel’s occupation and aggression. The principles of the United Nations Charter and international law must be consistently applied to all conflicts. One cannot advocate to respect human rights, a rules-based order and the United Nations Charter, while, at the same time, ignoring Israeli atrocities towards the Palestinians. We call on all Member States to respect and implement the relevant United Nations resolutions to ensure that Israel is accountable for its crimes and grave human rights violations.”

   2022-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9021Resumption1 (2022) · source

9. “I thank you, Mr. President, for convening this open debate. Malaysia would also like to thank Special Coordinator Tor Wennesland for his briefing. We once again are witnessing the escalation of Israeli aggression and incitement and violations against Palestinian civilians and worshippers, including women and children, particularly in and around the Al-Aqsa Mosque. Malaysia condemns in the strongest terms those unprovoked and unjustified attacks. Indeed, such assaults are contemptuous of all humanity. We reaffirm our support for the custodianship of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan over Muslim and Christian holy sites in Jerusalem. Malaysia believes that all conflicts must be resolved peacefully and in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and international law.”

   2022-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9021Resumption1 (2022) · source

10. “Those programmes have benefited more than 900 military and civilian personnel, including 190 foreign participants and nine Malaysian battalion contingents to the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon. Malaysia is also a signatory to the voluntary compact, which reaffirms its strong commitment to address sexual exploitation and abuse comprehensively and effectively. It is more crucial than ever to address the persistent impunity and vacuum of justice and accountability for sexual violence in conflict. Let me conclude by stressing the importance of the Security Council urgently working with relevant stakeholders and partners in our collective efforts to strengthen the protection of civilians, including women and children, in conflict situations.”

    2022-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9016Resumption1 (2022) · source

11. “At the same time, we need to end the harassment and reprisals targeting women in peace and security processes. Malaysia remains committed to the women and peace and security agenda and the collective efforts to combat sexual violence in conflict, including through United Nations peacekeeping operations. Since 2014, the Malaysian Peacekeeping Centre has continued to teach courses on gender and the role of women in peacekeeping missions, such as “Maintaining a gender adviser, the comprehensive protection of civilians, combating sexual exploitation and abuse, women and peace and security, gender mainstreaming and preventing sexual violence in conflict.”

    2022-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9016Resumption1 (2022) · source

12. “We also call for provisions on sexual violence in conflict to be integrated into all peace processes, negotiations and agreements. Secondly, we see merits in broadening networking and coordination between the Security Council and the Human Rights Council towards ensuring accountability for human rights violations, including sexual assault and violence against women and children. Thirdly, prevention efforts will not succeed without women’s inclusive participation. Participation also matters for protection and is key to peacekeeping and peacebuilding. Women’s participation in the security framework can advance citizens’ trust in institutions and contribute towards improving intelligence-gathering, reporting of gender-based violence and treatment of victims, witnesses and suspects.”

    2022-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9016Resumption1 (2022) · source

13. “In addition, measures to prevent and address sexual violence should be strategically aligned with efforts to prevent violent extremism. In that connection, I wish to highlight the following points. First, it is incumbent on States to introduce or strengthen legislation and judicial processes to document, investigate and prosecute sexual violence in conflict and post-conflict situations. Malaysia views accountability as a duty under both domestic and international law. In that regard, national systems should be pushed to meet international standards for ensuring accountability and justice so that perpetrators of such crimes will never go unpunished. Assistance to survivors, such as psychological support and access to justice, must also be prioritized.”

    2022-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9016Resumption1 (2022) · source

14. “Malaysia continues to support — and underscores the importance of — addressing sexual violence in conflict and post-conflict situations in an integrated and holistic manner by all stakeholders, including States, the United Nations system and civil society. In that connection, Malaysia is pleased that the recent conclusions of the Commission on the Status of Women contained vital language emphasizing the need to address sexual and gender-based violence, both during and in the aftermath of conflict, including by adopting preventive approaches and taking into account the needs and perspectives of victims and survivors. Moving forward, we need to ensure accountability, including through effective prevention and protection mechanisms.”

    2022-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9016Resumption1 (2022) · source

15. “I thank you, Madam, for convening this open debate. I would also like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and the other briefers for their valuable remarks on the subject. Malaysia remains deeply concerned by the heightened risk of sexual violence against civilians, particularly women and children in conflict. The report of the Secretary-General last year (S/2021/312) revealed the disturbing fact that a number of parties to armed conflict continue to use sexual violence as a cruel tactic of war, terror and political repression in order to advance their strategic objectives. That heinous crime must stop.”

    2022-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9016Resumption1 (2022) · source

16. “In conclusion, my delegation strongly believes that women’s inclusion and participation are critical for preventing and responding to conflict, as well as building lasting peace. Malaysia remains committed to partnering for peace and advancing the women and peace and security agenda in peacebuilding, conflict prevention, conflict resolution and post- conflict processes.”

    2022-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8989Resumption1 (2022) · source

17. “My delegation also believes that women’s equal and full active participation is key to peacekeeping and peacebuilding. In support of gender-responsive peacekeeping and peace operations, Malaysia recently deployed its largest number of women peacekeepers to serve in the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon — 85 female personnel. We remain convinced that their participation will contribute positively to promoting inclusivity towards sustainable peace and development. Malaysia also calls for greater representation of women in peace negotiations and mainstreaming gender perspectives into peace agreements. In that respect, we encourage the Secretariat to appoint more women as mediators and special envoys for country- and region-specific conflicts.”

    2022-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8989Resumption1 (2022) · source

18. “We continue to provide financial aid to UN-Women annually, in support of the agency’s efforts to boost women’s meaningful participation and the integration of gender perspectives in peace and security processes. At the regional level, recognizing the transformative roles that women play in building, maintaining and fostering peace and security in the region, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations is currently developing a regional plan of action on women and peace and security, with the support of the United States Agency for International Development and UN-Women. As part of our continued commitment to the women and peace and security agenda and the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000), Malaysia is also preparing its national action plan on women and peace and security.”

    2022-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8989Resumption1 (2022) · source

19. “The humanitarian and socioeconomic development of every segment of society should go hand in hand in order to help prevent a new spiral of fragility and instability. In addition, Malaysia continues to call for greater efforts and partnerships among Member States, United Nations entities, civil society organizations, youth organizations and the private sector. However, those collaborations and engagements must take into account local and cultural contexts, as well as national priorities and policies. In that respect, Malaysia is committed to building capacity and advancing the women and peace and security agenda at the national, regional and international levels.”

    2022-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8989Resumption1 (2022) · source

20. “At the outset, I wish to congratulate the United Arab Emirates on assuming the presidency of the Security Council for this month and for convening this open debate as we celebrate International Women’s Day today. I also thank the briefers for their insightful presentations. It is increasingly evident that building and sustaining peace requires ongoing partnerships with various actors, including women. Empowering women and advancing gender equality in fragile, conflict- affected and vulnerable settings can transform vicious cycles into virtuous ones, which will lead to sustainable peace and development. My delegation also remains convinced that efforts to increase women’s economic participation in conflict and their long-term empowerment must be strengthened.”

    2022-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8989Resumption1 (2022) · source

21. “We also encourage the Secretary-General to appropriately invoke Article 99 of the Charter, which empowers him to bring to the attention of the Council any matter that in his opinion may threaten the maintenance of international peace and security. Revitalizing and strengthening the interaction and coordination among the principal organs is essential to safeguarding international peace and security. We hope that further improvement can be undertaken collectively to rally the entire United Nations system and all partners around the common cause of peace, as we build stronger towards a new agenda for peace.”

    2021-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8906Resumption1 (2021) · source

22. “We therefore urge the Security Council to seriously consider Article 96 of the Charter and to make greater use of the Court as a source of advisory opinions and of interpretation of relevant norms of international law, particularly with regard to long-standing issues that affect international peace and security. Fourthly, on the relationship between the Security Council and the Secretariat, we urge the latter to use all of the tools within its mandate to ensure the full implementation of resolutions concerning peace and security, including by undertaking investigations and using mediation. In that regard, we also call for it to make greater use of the country teams and the regional offices.”

    2021-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8906Resumption1 (2021) · source

23. “In that context, the partnership between special political missions mandated by the Security Council and the Economic and Social Council is critical to realizing a comprehensive approach that links security with social and economic development in building lasting peace. We also encourage the Council to make greater use of Article 65 of the Charter of the United Nations, which provides that the Economic and Social Council may furnish information to the Council and shall assist it upon its request. Thirdly, on the relationship between the Security Council and the International Court of Justice, Malaysia remains convinced that deliberations on contentious political and security issues can be more effective when they are reinforced by authoritative legal opinions.”

    2021-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8906Resumption1 (2021) · source

24. “Secondly, with respect to the relationship between the Security Council and the Economic and Social Council, there can be no sustainable development without peace and no peace without sustainable development. On that premise, my delegation believes that the Economic and Social Council could play an imperative role in supporting peace efforts and in preventing conflict. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development provides the path to address the root causes of and relapse into conflict. Its implementation could reduce or eliminate vulnerability, fragility and inequality, which could subsequently prevent conflict.”

    2021-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8906Resumption1 (2021) · source

25. “Malaysia wishes to briefly share four points on the subject before us. First, with respect to the relationship between the General Assembly and the Security Council, as the Security Council acts on behalf of the General Assembly, we underscore the importance of greater coordination and transparency between the Council and the General Assembly, including with the latter’s subsidiary organs, such as the Disarmament Commission, the Peacebuilding Commission and the Human Rights Council. We also stress the importance of ensuring the full implementation of Security Council resolutions by all members of the General Assembly. Accountability is pivotal in ensuring justice and reconciliation and in preventing future conflict.”

    2021-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8906Resumption1 (2021) · source

26. “Let me start by thanking Mexico for convening this open debate. I would also like to thank all the heads of the principal organs for sharing their insights on this important topic (see S/PV.8906). Despite the appeal for a global ceasefire, we continue to witness protracted conflicts and the emergence of new conflicts across the continents. We are all familiar with the devastating impacts of armed conflict, especially the enormity of human suffering. Last year, we committed ourselves to promoting peace and preventing conflict as we commemorated the seventy-fifth anniversary of the Organization. Today’s debate is therefore an important reaffirmation of our collective resolve to strengthen cooperation and synergy towards the cohesive prevention, management and resolution of conflict.”

    2021-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8906Resumption1 (2021) · source

27. “At present, ASEAN is finalizing its regional plan of action on women, peace and security. In the area of peacekeeping, the ASEAN women military and law enforcement officers have made a positive impact through their active participation in United Nations peacekeeping operations globally. Sustainable peace, gender equality and inclusive institutions are at the heart of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. In this regard, Malaysia remains committed to advancing the women and peace and security agenda and ensuring the full mainstreaming of women in all areas of peace and security thank you.”

    2021-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8886Resumption1 (2021) · source

28. “At the regional level, Malaysia is committed to working closely with other States members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in advancing the women and peace and security agenda. In 2017, ASEAN adopted the Joint Statement on Promoting Women, Peace and Security in ASEAN at the thirty-first ASEAN summit. This commitment was subsequently reaffirmed by the Joint Statement of ASEAN Foreign Ministers, in 2019. In September 2020, ASEAN held a Ministerial Dialogue on strengthening women’s role in achieving sustainable peace and security and reiterated our determination to enhance the role of women in conflict prevention and resolution, post-conflict reconstruction and rehabilitation. The Ministerial Dialogue also expanded the network of women in peace and security in Southeast Asia.”

    2021-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8886Resumption1 (2021) · source

29. “We also believe that peacekeeping missions and peace operations must be adequately supported to respond to and prevent incidences of sexual and gender-based violence in conflict areas. In this context, Malaysian peacekeepers are continually trained, including in areas of prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, in their predeployment training programme. Malaysia also calls for greater efforts and initiatives by Member States, United Nations entities and civil society organizations in building capacity and advancing the women and peace and security agenda at the national, regional and international levels. We continue to support UN-Women, including through consistent financial contributions in support of women’s meaningful participation and the integration of gender perspectives in peace and security processes.”

    2021-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8886Resumption1 (2021) · source

30. “Malaysia continues to support efforts aimed at enhancing the performance of peacekeeping operations through supporting the full participation of women in peace processes and making peacekeeping more responsive to gender. In this regard, Malaysia has recently deployed to Lebanon its largest number of women peacekeepers serving under the United Nations banner, a deployment consisting of 85 female personnel. We are convinced that their participation will contribute to promoting inclusiveness towards sustainable peace and development. At the same time, Malaysia supports efforts to continuously update peacekeeping training programmes so as to meet new challenges, including to equip women peacekeepers with necessary skills, tools and equipment at the operational and strategic levels.”

    2021-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8886Resumption1 (2021) · source

31. “Thank you, Mr. President, for convening today’s important open debate in the pre-pandemic format on women and peace and security with an emphasis on women in peacekeeping and peacebuilding. Malaysia would also like to thank the Secretary-General for his remarks and briefers for their briefings. Malaysia remains convinced that women’s participation is key to the success and longevity of peace processes. As an elected member of the Security Council in 2000, Malaysia supported the first and landmark resolution on the topic, resolution 1325 (2000). We also co-sponsored resolution 2538 (2020) on women in peacekeeping, in 2020, in line with our commitment to the women and peace and security agenda and the Action for Peacekeeping initiative.”

    2021-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8886Resumption1 (2021) · source

32. “We continue to believe that it is the responsibility of the Security Council to strive towards a two-State solution, whereby the Palestinians and the Israelis can live side by side in peace, based on the pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as the capital of Palestine. The international community, particularly the Security Council, has the moral and legal responsibility to immediately end the inhumane acts and injustice perpetrated by Israel against the Palestinians.”

    2020-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8706Resumption1 (2020) · source

33. “Malaysia will also continue to extend its support for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, as it is the responsibility of the international community to protect and promote the dignity and human rights of the Palestinian people. Malaysia believes that a legitimate political process is the only way forward to end the illegal occupation of Palestine and address all final-status issues in accordance with the relevant United Nations resolutions, particularly resolution 2334 (2016). Serious efforts are needed for ending the illegal Israeli occupation and establishing an independent State of Palestine. The stalled Middle East peace process has served only to exacerbate the current situation in Palestine. Therefore, credible conditions must be created to revive the peace process as soon as possible.”

    2020-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8706Resumption1 (2020) · source

34. “Time and again we witness Israel’s repressive policies and practices, which blatantly violate numerous United Nations resolutions and international law, including international humanitarian law and international human rights law. Malaysia joins the international community in condemning Israel’s illegal settlements and its unlawful occupation of Jerusalem. Malaysia will continue to extend its support for the Palestinian people in their quest for basic rights, particularly their inalienable right to self-determination, as well as their right to sustainable development. In that regard, Malaysia will open its Embassy accredited to Palestine in Amman and is working with the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan to achieve that objective.”

    2020-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8706Resumption1 (2020) · source

35. “As we approach the seventy-fifth anniversary of the United Nations, it is regrettable that the question of Palestine remains unresolved. Although another decade has passed, the Palestinians continue to live under a brutal occupation and a repressive blockade. On a daily basis, they face discriminatory treatment and violations of their basic human rights. They are dispossessed of their homes and lands, deprived of natural resources and economic development, and restricted in their movements. Such enormous hardship and suffering continue to be inflicted on the Palestinians with impunity while the international community stands by, unable to alleviate the ongoing suffering caused by the occupying Power.”

    2020-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8706Resumption1 (2020) · source

36. “Mr. President, I would like to join others in thanking the briefers and commend you for convening this open debate. Malaysia wishes to align itself with the statements to be delivered by the representatives of Azerbaijan and Bangladesh on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, respectively. Barely more than a week ago, the Security Council debated on the importance of upholding the Charter of the United Nations (see S/PV.8699, S/PV.8699 (Resumption 1) and S/PV.8699 (Resumption 2)). It is fitting then that we are having this debate now, as the question of Palestine is intrinsically linked to respecting the principles of international law and the United Nations Charter.”

    2020-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8706Resumption1 (2020) · source

37. “As we celebrate the seventy-fifth anniversary of the United Nations, Malaysia calls on all parties to renew and intensify efforts in upholding the Charter, to engage in frank and productive dialogue and to strengthen multilateral action for a more peaceful, secure and sustainable world.”

    2020-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8699 (2020) · source

38. “There is high expectation for the Security Council to deliver stability, peace and security to the world. At the same time, there is a growing demand for the Council to adapt to new political realities. In that regard, Malaysia continues to call for collective efforts to reform the Security Council and improve its working methods. Malaysia also wishes to stress the importance of the prompt, effective and full implementation of Security Council resolutions. The survival of humankind depends upon us working together. We need cooperation, not confrontation. Malaysia has been, and will continue to be, a strong supporter of multilateralism and an advocate for the use of diplomacy for peace. To that end, we remain committed to upholding the rule of law and the rules-based international order and supporting international cooperation.”

    2020-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8699 (2020) · source

39. “Our strong commitment to multilateralism, in particular in international cooperation on peace and security, is well demonstrated and articulated, as it was particularly during our membership on the Security Council and has been by the participation of our peacekeepers in peacekeeping operations around the world. As a member of ASEAN, Malaysia will remain steadfast in contributing to regional and global peace and security. ASEAN’s strong commitment to this important agenda is also demonstrated through the membership of two ASEAN countries in the Council today. We stand ready to enhance existing ASEAN- United Nations collaboration in peacekeeping and peacebuilding through training programmes and exchanges involving policies and best practices.”

    2020-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8699 (2020) · source

40. “Malaysia continues to believe that multilateralism is nothing other than responding to the aspirations of the peoples and the needs of humankind as a whole. The Preamble of the United Nations Charter — “We the peoples” — serves as a constant reminder of our resolve to serve humankind collectively through peaceful means. It is therefore fundamental for us to reaffirm our faith in multilateralism, with the United Nations at its core, by upholding the Charter of the United Nations and advancing its three pillars of peace and security, human rights and development. In our view, multilateralism does not in any sense represent a threat to nation States. Instead, we see it as a platform and means to address the complex challenges that no country can overcome on its own.”

    2020-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8699 (2020) · source

41. “Today’s debate is being held against the backdrop of increasing hatred and mistrust, the growing threat of extremism and terrorism and the continued proliferation and possession of weapons of mass destruction. As those security threats are shared, so too must be their solutions. A few days ago we were highly alarmed by the geopolitical tension in the Middle East. Malaysia has always believed that every effort should be undertaken to resolve disputes and conflicts through peaceful means in accordance with the principles of international law, without resorting to the use or threat of use of force. We join others in calling for all parties concerned to avoid further provocation, exercise maximum restraint and de-escalate tensions.”

    2020-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8699 (2020) · source

42. “At the outset, allow me to convey our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family members of victims of the tragic accident involving Ukrainian International Airlines flight 752 in Iran. I would now like to congratulate you, Sir, on Viet Nam’s assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of January, as well as to commend the convening of this timely and important open debate. My delegation aligns itself with the statements to be made by the representatives of Azerbaijan and the Philippines on behalf of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), respectively.”

    2020-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8699 (2020) · source

43. “Malaysia reaffirms its commitments to ensuring that children around the world affected by armed conflict are given the greatest consideration and attention, which is what they truly deserve.”

    2019-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8591 (2019) · source

44. “In this regard, we call on Member States, United Nations entities and other parties concerned to integrate child-protection provisions in the community-based reintegration programmes that foster a spirit of unity and reconciliation among communities ravaged by war. To further support the children and armed conflict agenda, my delegation encourages all Member States to consider endorsing the Safe Schools Declaration, which would deter the military use of educational facilities in armed conflict and preserve schools as mainstays of learning, in line with the Vancouver Principles that further operationalize child protection within United Nations peacekeeping, with a focus on preventing the recruitment and use of child soldiers.”

    2019-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8591 (2019) · source

45. “Believing that the United Nations would gain by it, Malaysia would suggest that the Organization develop practical guidance for data collection on the denial of humanitarian access. Such an effort would help to standardize and support the work of country task forces on monitoring and reporting of the monitoring and reporting mechanism. Further, Malaysia believes that United Nations peace operations and political missions should maintain dedicated child-protection capacity to ensure that child-protection concerns are prioritized even in the context of the downsizing, consolidation or transition of such operations. With regard to reintegration, Malaysia believes that the process of reintegration is a long-term effort that requires the shared responsibility of all stakeholders.”

    2019-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8591 (2019) · source

46. “The Security Council has developed various tools to ensure the accountability and compliance of conflicting parties, including through the listing mechanism contained in the annual report. Malaysia wishes to reiterate the importance of integrity and impartiality in the listing of all perpetrators of grave violations of children's rights. We believe that facts should be the determining factor that guides our actions under this mechanism. Malaysia supports the call of the Secretary- General on Member States to allow safe, timely and unimpeded access for humanitarian assistance and the protection of humanitarian personnel and assets, in line with resolution 2417 (2018).”

    2019-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8591 (2019) · source

47. “Malaysia shares the deep concern expressed by the Secretary-General on the scale and severity of the grave violations committed against children in 2018. These continued violations against children shock our collective conscience, which demands a concerted and collective response. A vital component of a comprehensive approach to child protection is accountability. In that respect, Malaysia urges that affirmative action be taken under national or international justice mechanisms, where appropriate, against parties that commit violations and abuses against children. That has become more relevant this year as we celebrate the tenth anniversary of the adoption of resolution 1882 (2009).”

    2019-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8591 (2019) · source

48. “At the outset, Malaysia wishes to align itself with the statement delivered by Viet Nam on behalf of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. My delegation wishes to congratulate Poland on assuming the presidency ofthe Security Council for the month of August and on convening this open debate. We would also like to thank Special Representative Virginia Gamba for her remarks this morning and for presenting, on behalf of the Secretary-General, the annual report (S/2019/509) on children and armed conflict. We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to Ms. Henrietta Fore, Executive Director of UNICEF, for her valuable insights. My delegation thanks Mr. Majok Peter Awan, from South Sudan, for sharing his experiences as a former child soldier and for his testimony on the effects of child abduction.”

    2019-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8591 (2019) · source