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Alhefeiti

lines on the record: 514
first: 2017-11-21
most recent: 2023-12-14
sittings or episodes: 86
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“Thirdly, we are aware of the important steps taken by the Sudan to address its current security challenges, including efforts to de-escalate tensions in the Darfur region, where recent clashes have claimed many lives. In that context, we are encouraged by the Government’s efforts to move forward with transitional security arrangements for Darfur under the Juba Peace Agreement, including the gradual operationalization of the Permanent Ceasefire Committee, which has a critical role to play in investigating ceasefire violations. In conclusion, we continue to underscore the need to support the Sudan in its efforts to achieve sustainable peace and security, including by addressing the economic conditions that are disproportionately affecting the most vulnerable.”
2022-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9041 (2022) · source
“As the international community considers how best to assist the Sudan through the political process, we must ensure that the urgency of the current economic situation is taken into account, especially given its severe impact on the lives and livelihoods of the Sudanese people. The United Nations estimates that 39 per cent of the Sudan’s population will be food-insecure by September, while the existing humanitarian response plan is currently only 10 per cent funded. In addition, the continued suspension of international assistance is making the dire economic situation in the Sudan even worse, exacerbated as it already is by current geopolitical tensions, climate change and the disruption of the agricultural season.”
2022-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9041 (2022) · source
“We stress the importance of ensuring the meaningful participation of women and young people throughout the process in order to enable the transitional period to make sustainable progress. The United Arab Emirates also emphasizes that the process must remain Sudanese-owned and -led so that it can truly fulfil the aspirations of the Sudanese people. Secondly, in light of the alarming economic situation, we believe that debt-relief packages and development assistance from international financial institutions and other international donors remain critical to preventing the Sudan’s economy from collapsing.”
2022-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9041 (2022) · source
“First, regarding the political process, the United Arab Emirates welcomes the concerted tripartite efforts to engage with Sudanese political parties and stakeholders. That approach demonstrates the potential for the active engagement of regional actors in helping Sudanese stakeholders to forge a common understanding and build consensus on the main tracks of the Sudan’s transitional process, which include transitional constitutional arrangements, the selection of a Prime Minister and Cabinet, Government programmes and an electoral timeline. We also view the recent release of several political detainees as a step towards building trust and confidence between the Sudanese parties and helping to pave the way for the indirect talks between them.”
2022-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9041 (2022) · source
“Mrs. Alhefeiti (United Arab Emirates) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I would like to thank Mr. Perthes, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, for his briefing on the latest developments in the Sudan and for his tireless efforts. We reaffirm the importance of the joint work of the United Nations Integrated Transition Mission in the Sudan (UNITAMS), the African Union and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development in facilitating the indirect intra-Sudanese talks that started this month. We also welcome the Permanent Representative of the Sudan, Ambassador Mohamed, to his first Council meeting. As we consider the renewal of the UNITAMS mandate in early June, on which we look forward to constructive consultations, we would like to share three key observations.”
2022-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9041 (2022) · source
“In conclusion, the United Arab Emirates stresses our commitment to supporting the efforts of the United Nations and all regional partners, as well as those aimed at building confidence and consolidating peace so as to chart a new path for prosperity and stability in the region.”
2022-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9023 (2022) · source
“As the Secretary-General has noted, achieving stability in the region in the long term requires addressing the root causes of conflicts, ending the violence perpetrated by armed groups and resolving humanitarian crises, while also allowing the peoples of the region to take the initiative in achieving their desired peace and prosperity. We stress that addressing violence against civilians and humanitarian workers, especially in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, requires a collective, internationally supported response from the countries of the region.”
2022-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9023 (2022) · source
“The efforts of the members of the Economic Community of Central African States and the admission of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the EAC are important steps that will work to enhance economic integration among the countries of the region and serve the interests of its peoples in development and prosperity. Given women’s active role in building peaceful, prosperous and resilient societies in the face of various challenges, we emphasize the importance of ensuring the full, equal and meaningful participation of women on all social, economic, and political tracks, while also providing them with the protection they need. The recent launch of the Great Lakes Women Entrepreneurs Network is a tangible example of the region’s commitment to achieving these goals.”
2022-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9023 (2022) · source
“For instance, the convening in Kinshasa of the Summit on the Regional Monitoring Mechanism for the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework is an example of such encouraging initiatives which endorse the United Nations Strategy for Peace Consolidation, Conflict Prevention and Conflict Resolution in the Great Lakes Region. The economic empowerment of the countries of the region and the strengthening of trade relations remain key factors in consolidating peace. We commend the efforts of the Special Envoy to stimulate economic growth and combat poverty in the region.”
2022-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9023 (2022) · source
“We also agree that the implementation of the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework for the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Region is essential and indispensable, as stated in the most recent presidential statement on the Great Lakes region (S/PRST/2021/19), which was adopted last October and facilitated by Kenya. However, this implementation should be accompanied by support for initiatives that provide for exchanging views and building upon a common regional vision for peace, in line with the needs and aspirations of the peoples of the region.”
2022-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9023 (2022) · source
“This dynamic can be seen, for example, in the reopening of the border between Rwanda and Uganda last January and, more generally, through increased stability along the borders of countries of the Great Lakes region. The United Arab Emirates commends the efforts made by the leaders of the States members of the East African Community (EAC) aimed at supporting peace and stability in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the region as a whole, including their recent initiatives to strengthen constructive dialogue to address ongoing challenges.”
2022-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9023 (2022) · source
“Mrs. Alhefeiti (United Arab Emirates) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I thank Mr. Huang Xia, Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for the Great Lakes Region, for his detailed briefing and express my country’s appreciation for his efforts aimed at supporting peace in the region. I also thank Mr. Caholo for providing us with valuable information. We also listened to Mr. Mahtani’s briefing and welcome the participation of representatives of Rwanda, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Burundi at today’s meeting. Since the last briefing to the Council on the Great Lakes (see S/PV.8884), the region has witnessed several positive developments, especially with regard to strengthened diplomatic relations among the countries of the region.”
2022-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9023 (2022) · source
“Such efforts contribute to the prevention of and response to those crimes on the ground and Council members must remain consistent in their approach. In conclusion, there is no justification for the fact that conflict-related sexual violence remains a reality. The Council, the United Nations, its Member States, the private sector and civil society must work together and make it a priority to eliminate these crimes once and for all.”
2022-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9016 (2022) · source
“Thirdly, the international community must hold non-State armed groups accountable for conflict- related sexual violence, not least because they are increasingly central actors in conflict settings. Grave violations of international humanitarian law and international human rights law require accountability. A strong tool for the Security Council to achieve that is to include conflict-related sexual violence as a stand- alone designation criterion for sanctions on terrorists, individuals and entities, whenever they are responsible for the commission of such acts. In that regard, we welcome the recent decision made by the Council to designate the Houthis as an entity, including for perpetrating a policy of sexual violence in conflict.”
2022-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9016 (2022) · source
“That includes strengthening women’s and girls’ resilience by ensuring that they enjoy equal access to public life, education and economic participation. Recognizing and understanding their role as active agents of change and dynamic members of society is therefore the first step in prevention. Secondly, accountability needs to be pursued by upholding and strengthening the rule of law. There is a transformative period following conflict and crisis for strengthening the capacity of relevant national institutions, such as law enforcement and the security sector, so that they may better uphold the rule of law. Capacity-building, if coupled with the deployment of gender and protection expertise with a survivor-centred approach, can be a critical tool for establishing a system that promotes accountability.”
2022-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9016 (2022) · source
“The United Arab Emirates therefore welcomes the focus on structural prevention, resilience-building and accountability in the Secretary-General’s report (S/2022/272). As members of the international community, the Security Council and the wider United Nations membership have a responsibility to prioritize prevention, ensure accountability and end this horror. In that regard, we would like to make the following recommendations. First, the most effective response to sexual and gender-based violence is to prevent it from happening in the first place. As the Special Representative has pointed out time and again, effective prevention strategies require addressing root causes, most notably structural gender inequality and harmful social norms.”
2022-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9016 (2022) · source
“Sexual and gender-based violence is a despicable scourge and the Council must do more to prevent it in conflict situations. When such violence is used as a tool of war, it exacerbates conflict and sets back progress towards inclusive, equal and stable societies. As the rate of conflict and instability around the world increases, so too have the disturbing reports on the situation of women and girls in those settings. Women and girls in Afghanistan continue to be subjected to sexual slavery and rape. In Syria and Iraq, the heinous acts of Da’esh continue to have an impact. At the Ukrainian border, women and girls are targeted by human and sex traffickers as they flee the conflict. Today we also heard about the tragic experiences faced by women and girls in many other conflicts.”
2022-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9016 (2022) · source
“I would like to begin by welcoming you, Lord Tariq Ahmad, and thanking you for presiding over this important open debate. We are delighted that the United Kingdom has joined the shared commitment of the presidency of the Security Council to the women and peace and security agenda and we welcome the growing number of signatories. I would also like to thank Special Representative Pramila Patten for her detailed briefing and the critical work of her Office. I would like to thank Ms. Murad for her insightful briefing. The United Arab Emirates has always admired Ms. Murad’s courageous work and we are proud to support Nadia’s Initiative — her non-profit organization that empowers the brave Yazidi women of Iraq. I also listened carefully to the briefings by Ms. Karkoutly and Ms. Berhanu.”
2022-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9016 (2022) · source
“The United Arab Emirates reaffirms its full support for the Government and people of Colombia in their efforts to achieve sustainable peace, as well as for the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia and the valuable role it plays in the country.”
2022-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9015 (2022) · source
“We note in particular the importance of the recent diversification and expansion of its cases, including for example the impact of violence on the environment and conflict-related sexual violence. In the same vein, we look forward to the upcoming report from the Truth Commission. We hope that Colombian communities will support the process and the results as much as possible, because the report is an essential step on Colombia’s path towards reconciliation and the acknowledgement of responsibility. In conclusion, as the presidential elections in Colombia approach, we look forward to a peaceful, safe and inclusive electoral process.”
2022-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9015 (2022) · source
“If peacebuilding initiatives are to be successful, they must be led and owned by local communities. We have recently witnessed the launch of a series of important community integration efforts, the Council for Peace and the Peace Mediators initiatives, that include local authorities and former combatants and deserve to be highlighted. In addition, the Government’s expanded efforts to implement the community-based reintegration strategy also stress the importance of achieving peace through economic, social and political reintegration. We encourage continued work to achieve those goals. Lastly, the United Arab Emirates continues to support the Special Jurisdiction for Peace and its survivor-based approach and central role in restorative justice, which enable reconciliation and justice to take place simultaneously.”
2022-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9015 (2022) · source
“In that context, we hope that the benefits of the recent pact for non-violence during the elections, signed by 13 political parties, will extend beyond the elections so as to represent a commitment to promoting peace, tolerance and dialogue in the long term. We also welcome the increased numbers of women participating in parliamentary elections. Their full, equal and meaningful participation will contribute to sustainable peace. Although the elections were carried out in a relatively calm environment, concerns remain about the security situation and persistent violence in Colombia, including in Arauca, Chocó and Putumayo. Those challenges will need special attention, including by implementing reintegration and the security guarantees included in the Final Agreement with the aim of ensuring protection and security in Colombia.”
2022-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9015 (2022) · source
“Notwithstanding the ongoing challenges, we must also recognize that the Colombian Government and other stakeholders have shown that they are determined to overcome them. The incoming administration will be faced with responsibilities but will also have great opportunities to implement the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace comprehensively and completely. Since the Council’s last meeting (see S/PV. 8951) on this issue, Colombia has successfully held congressional elections. That constitutes another success that will complement the efforts to comprehensively implement the Final Agreement, which is essential to Colombia’s path towards realizing lasting and sustainable peace.”
2022-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9015 (2022) · source
“Mrs. Alhefeiti (United Arab Emirates) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I want to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Colombia and Head of the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia, Mr. Carlos Ruiz Massieu, for his valuable briefing and his efforts along with his team concerning this dossier. I would like also to offer a warm welcome to the President of Colombia, His Excellency Mr. Iván Duque Márquez, who is participating in today’s meeting. We thank his Excellency for his comprehensive briefing on developments in his country. As Colombia advances towards peace, it is important to reflect on its successes so far, celebrate the achievements of the Final Agreement and above all stress the importance of being committed to building on them.”
2022-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9015 (2022) · source
“Given the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Mali, which has disproportionally affected women and children, the international community must continue to provide humanitarian aid and basic services for the 7.5 million people who are in urgent need of assistance. In that regard, we highlight that addressing the security threats associated with climate change in Mali would help to ensure food and water security and contribute to achieving stability and development in Mali. In conclusion, the United Arab Emirates affirms its continued support for development efforts in Mali and its path towards achieving prosperity and sustainable peace. We also take this opportunity to express our support for the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali and its efforts.”
2022-04-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9012 (2022) · source
“Those groups continue their attempts to extend their control and expand the scope of their operations despite the national, regional and international efforts to combat them. We once again condemn the targeting of peacekeepers by such groups, including the recent attack in Mopti, in central Mali, which claimed the lives of Egyptian peacekeepers. We express our condolences to the Arab Republic of Egypt and to the families of the victims. Such critical conditions and developments serve to highlight the need to intensify efforts to counter extremism and terrorism in line with international law, including by ensuring the more efficient implementation of the United Nations Integrated Strategy for the Sahel and by providing appropriate support to the Group of Five for the Sahel.”
2022-04-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9012 (2022) · source
“Given the need to focus on the situation in central Mali, which is experiencing critical security developments, we look forward to finalizing the comprehensive political strategy to support stability in the region. In that context, we stress the importance of promoting the effective, meaningful and equal participation of women in all ongoing political processes, and we commend the efforts made in that regard, including to increase the number of women on the Agreement Monitoring Committee and its subcommittees. With regard to the security situation, we express concern over the threats that terrorist groups pose to the security and stability of Mali and the wider region.”
2022-04-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9012 (2022) · source
“In that context, we note the encouraging engagement currently taking place between the transitional authorities in Mali and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), which includes an openness for dialogue, the efforts of the Special Envoy, Mr. Goodluck Jonathan, and those of the joint technical team of ECOWAS, the African Union and the United Nations. In addition, Security Council support for national and regional efforts remains necessary at this critical juncture. We believe that long-term stability in the country will also require a recommitment to the key tenets of the 2015 Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali and to ensuring its implementation by local authorities in cooperation with regional and international partners.”
2022-04-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9012 (2022) · source
“Mrs. Alhefeiti (United Arab Emirates) (spoke in Arabic): I would like to thank Mr. El-Ghassim Wane for his comprehensive briefing. We also listened carefully to Ms. Bintou Samaké, and we welcome the participation of His Excellency Ambassador Issa Konfourou, Permanent Representative of Mali, in today’s meeting. At the outset, the United Arab Emirates affirms the need to intensify efforts to achieve stability and security in Mali, especially in the light of the current deteriorating political and security situation. On the political front, we encourage intensifying national efforts to set a timetable for elections as soon as possible and in line with the aspirations of the people of Mali.”
2022-04-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9012 (2022) · source
“I now resume my functions as President of the Council. There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. The meeting rose at 10.35 a.m.”
2022-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8997 (2022) · source
“Such access will allow the Mission to enter into dialogue with the Taliban and convey the international community’s messages on the importance of comprehensive governance. We also reiterate the importance of the role played by the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, which is an important partner for Afghanistan and UNAMA alike, including in the cultural, religious and humanitarian fields. In conclusion, the renewed mandate is part of our commitment to responding to the challenges in Afghanistan. The international community, especially the Security Council, should continue to focus on addressing Afghanistan’s situation. The United Arab Emirates looks forward to continuing its support aimed at improving the security situation and achieving stability and prosperity in Afghanistan and the region.”
2022-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8997 (2022) · source
“In that regard, we stress that it is important for the international community to pursue its efforts to improve the situation of women and girls in Afghanistan through effective, regular and sustainable coordination with all stakeholders. Turning to the humanitarian situation, despite the tireless efforts of the United Nations in previous months, the current humanitarian needs are increasing significantly. We are nevertheless confident that the renewed mandate will allow the Mission to continue its role in coordinating the humanitarian response in collaboration with the relevant stakeholders present in Afghanistan. We also emphasize the importance of political access in UNAMA’s mandate.”
2022-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8997 (2022) · source
“We are also concerned about significantly limiting the freedoms and rights of women and girls as well as the escalation of the terrorist threat. In the light of those realities, we understand the importance of the adopted mandate, which allows the Mission to pursue its vital role in Afghanistan and to face several urgent challenges that fall within its mandate. Resolution 2626 (2022) will allow the Mission to support the efforts needed to achieve stability in Afghanistan and to put the country on the right track to realize a more sustainable future. We welcome maintaining the role of the Mission in protecting the rights of women and girls as an essential pillar of its tasks, especially because discrimination against them continues.”
2022-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8997 (2022) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of the United Arab Emirates. At the outset, I thank Norway for leading the consultations. I also thank all the members of the Security Council for their positive contributions in the course of the consultations. The adoption of a new resolution renewing the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) is an important step that falls within the efforts of the Council to deal with the situation in Afghanistan. The tasks adopted for UNAMA reflect the commitment of the international community to responding to the needs of the Afghan people, especially women and girls. We express our deep concern about the continued escalation of the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan, as Afghans lack the financial liquidity to provide the necessary services.”
2022-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8997 (2022) · source
“The draft resolution received 14 in favour, no votes against and 1 abstention. The draft resolution has been adopted as resolution 2626 (2022). I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements after the voting.”
2022-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8997 (2022) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document S/2022/237, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by Norway. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2022/64, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Afghanistan and its implications for international peace and security. The Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by show of hands. In favour: Albania, Brazil, China, France, Gabon, Ghana, India, Ireland, Kenya, Mexico, Norway, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America Against: None Abstaining: Russian Federation”
2022-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8997 (2022) · source
“I will now adjourn the meeting so that the Council can continue its discussion on the subject in closed consultations. The meeting rose at 11.45 a.m.”
2022-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8987 (2022) · source
“As part of our pledge to highlight both the implementation of resolution 2565 (2021) and the contribution of the pandemic to fragility, we note that there obstacles to vaccination in South Sudan remain. According to the World Health Organization, fewer than 4 per cent of the population are fully vaccinated. We therefore welcome national plans to integrate coronavirus disease vaccination into routine immunization, and we emphasize once again the importance of implementing the relevant Security Council resolution. In conclusion, the United Arab Emirates supports efforts aimed at promoting social and economic development, the values of peaceful coexistence and lasting stability in South Sudan. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers.”
2022-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8987 (2022) · source
“Moreover, the United Arab Emirates expresses its concern over the increasing humanitarian needs across the country. Recent United Nations reports indicate that around 9 million people require protection and basic services. Addressing these challenges, foremost among which is the unprecedented dangerous level of food insecurity, as well as the increasing numbers of refugees and internally displaced persons, requires intensifying collective international efforts while also calling on all parties to ensure continued access to humanitarian assistance. We affirm our support for the efforts of the Special Representative and UNMISS, and we look forward to the Mission’s continued work and coordination with the Government, as well as to collective and constructive Council engagement in the context of its mandate renewal.”
2022-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8987 (2022) · source
“This situation requires a comprehensive response, and all parties should exercise restraint. Greater focus should also be placed on protecting civilians, including women and children, who are subjected to sexual violence and gender-based violence. Furthermore, the repercussions of climate change in South Sudan, especially on the humanitarian and security situations, require us to pay special attention to them. We look forward to continued joint efforts between the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and the United Nations country team, aimed at responding to climate and security challenges. It is important to support the efforts of the Government, in cooperation with the Mission, in order to take advantage of renewable energy for the benefit of local communities.”
2022-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8987 (2022) · source
“We hope that the Government’s efforts in this regard will lead to implementing the agreement with a view to realizing a peaceful solution that includes a meaningful and comprehensive dialogue with the concerned parties, as well as enhanced women’s participation in the peace process, with the aim of reaching the goal of 35 per cent women’s participation as per the agreement. In addition, continuing mediation efforts are necessary to enable the parties to move towards a lasting peace. In this context, we appreciate the constructive role of regional and international partners, especially the Intergovernmental Authority on Development and the United Nations. Despite the efforts made at the political level, the security situation in some areas remains a source of concern, especially in the greater Upper Nile region.”
2022-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8987 (2022) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of the United Arab Emirates. At the outset, I thank Mr. Haysom and Mr. Gituai for their valuable briefings. I also thank Ms. Yuyada for her message and her call for peace in South Sudan in the Security Council today. I also welcome the Permanent Representative of South Sudan to today’s meeting. I would like to emphasize the support of the United Arab Emirates for all efforts aimed at fulfilling the interests and aspirations of the people of South Sudan for prosperity, development and peace. From this standpoint, we believe that the implementation of the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan remains the basis for achieving stability, peace, development and unity in South Sudan.”
2022-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8987 (2022) · source
“I thank Ms. Yuyada for her briefing. I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements.”
2022-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8987 (2022) · source
“In accordance with rule 39 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the following briefers to participate in this meeting: Mr. Nicholas Haysom, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for South Sudan and Head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan; Major General (Retired) Charles Tai Gituai, Interim Chairperson of the reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development; and Ms. Riya Williams Yuyada, civil society briefer. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2022/156, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in South Sudan. I now give the floor to Mr. Haysom.”
2022-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8987 (2022) · source
“There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I will now adjourn the meeting so that the Council can continue its discussion on the subject in closed consultations. The meeting rose at 12.25 p.m.”
2022-03-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8984 (2022) · source
“We believe that bundling coronavirus disease vaccination with other essential services is likely one of the most effective response measures, alongside international investment in the primary health-care system. The tragic recent killing of eight polio health workers also underscores the need for the protection of humanitarian workers to achieve vaccine equity. In conclusion, the United Arab Emirates is committed to contributing constructively to the Security Council’s deliberations on the UNAMA mandate, as well as to achieving stability and security in Afghanistan. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. The representative of China has asked for the floor to make a further statement.”
2022-03-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8984 (2022) · source
“Our concerns were confirmed by the most recent report of the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team (see S/2022/83), which indicates that terrorist groups may enjoy greater freedom in Afghanistan now than at any time. The Taliban must implement the necessary measures to combat terrorism in Afghanistan under international law, including by severing ties with all terrorist groups and preventing the use of Afghanistan territory as a safe haven for terrorism. As part of our presidency pledge to highlight the two-year anniversary of the pandemic, we would also like to draw attention to the fact that 10 per cent of the population in Afghanistan has been vaccinated.”
2022-03-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8984 (2022) · source
“We reiterate that religion cannot be used to justify discrimination against women. We welcome UNAMA’s efforts to ensure that engagement in Afghanistan is informed by the cultural and religious context, including by working with the OIC. The United Arab Emirates stands ready to provide its assistance in that respect. Thirdly, the United Nations can play a critical role in facilitating political dialogue with all relevant parties, including the Taliban. That is necessary to encourage it to heed the calls of the international community, improve governance and effectively deliver vital services to the Afghan people. Lastly, the threat of terrorism in Afghanistan and the wider region remains a top concern.”
2022-03-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8984 (2022) · source
“The United Arab Emirates will continue to work with its partners, including the OIC and the Islamic Development Bank, to support humanitarian activities. Secondly, as a vocal supporter of the protection and empowerment of women and girls in Afghanistan, we believe that UNAMA’s mandate should reflect the situation of women and girls. Their exclusion from education, public life and the workforce in Afghanistan hinders the prospects for peace and security, as well as economic prosperity in the country. The United Nations Development Programme recently estimated that restrictions on women’s participation in the workplace, for example, could cost the Afghan economy up to $1 billion. That statistic demonstrates that women’s equal and meaningful inclusion is a necessity.”
2022-03-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8984 (2022) · source
“First, the United Arab Emirates believes that moving forward the coordination of donor activities should remain a cornerstone of UNAMA’s activities. We also support the Secretary-General’s proposal that UNAMA play a role to minimize the risk of aid diversion in Afghanistan. That should be well coordinated with the relevant agencies through their own risk management work. Providing financial contributions to support the Afghan economy remains an urgent necessity. We therefore echo the calls made by the Secretary-General for allowing international funding to pay for the salaries of civil servants. In that regard, we recognize the recent steps made and are also encouraged by the pledge of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to set up a humanitarian trust fund, as well as the launching a programme for food security in Afghanistan.”
2022-03-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8984 (2022) · source