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Almunayekh

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first: 2017-10-27
most recent: 2022-04-25
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“A year and a half has passed since the signing of the Conakry Agreement, and we are pleased to see practical, positive steps being taken by all parties towards establishing an environment conducive to the implementation of the remaining provisions of the Agreement. In that regard, we welcome the decision by President Jose Mario Vaz to select a consensus Prime Minister, form an inclusive Government and set November as the date for legislative elections. We urge all the parties concerned to continue with that constructive approach and pursue implementation of the outstanding provisions of the Agreement.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“Mr. Almunayekh (Kuwait) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I would like to sincerely thank Assistant Secretary-General for Political Affairs Taye-Brook Zerihoun, Mr. Yury Fedotov, Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), and Mr. Mauro Vieira, Chair of the Guinea-Bissau configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission, for their valuable briefings. I would also like to take this opportunity to congratulate the Special Representative ofthe Secretary- General for Guinea-Bissau, Mr. Jose' Vegas Filho, on assuming his new position. We wish him success in that role and assure him of our full support. I should also like to thank the outgoing Special Representative, Mr. Modibo Toure, for his achievements. We wish him every success in his future endeavours.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“Kohler, Personal Envoy of the Secretary-General for Western Sahara, to relaunch the negotiations under the auspices of the United Nations, without any preconditions and in good faith, so as to reach a just and mutually acceptable political solution that ensures that the people of Western Sahara can exercise their right of self-determination within arrangements that are in accordance with the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and the relevant Council resolutions.”
2018-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8246 (2018) · source
“Mr. Almunayekh (Kuwait) (spoke in Arabic): Kuwait voted in favour of resolution 2414 (2018), renewing the mandate of the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO), as we believe that the presence of the Mission in such circumstances is of the utmost importance, given that it contributes to enhancing and consolidating stability in the region. Meanwhile, the resolution on which we have just voted is a reflection of the desire of the Secretary- General to relaunch the political negotiations between the parties. In that regard, we appreciate the efforts of the Head and members of MINURSO to carry out the mandate, as provided for in the relevant Council resolutions, including the one we have just adopted. Kuwait reiterates its full support for the efforts of Mr.”
2018-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8246 (2018) · source
“George Weah, for assuming his new office. We welcome all his efforts and initiatives to achieve a number of goals, including improving the economic situation, promoting investments and fighting corruption, as well as encouraging good governance, national reconciliation and ,lastly implementing, the Sustainable Development Goals. In conclusion, it seems fitting for me to quote from”
2018-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8239 (2018) · source
“I would be remiss ifI failed to commend the work of the Economic Community of West African States to achieve stability and support the work of the United Nations in Liberia, especially in the context of the presidential elections in December 2017. The elections demonstrated the determination of the authorities in Liberia and their independence in holding credible, transparent and successful elections. We appreciate the role played by political stakeholders in Liberia in turning to the national justice system for the settlement of electoral disputes. I would also like to take this opportunity to congratulate the people of Liberia on achieving a successful outcome. That would not have been possible without their determination. I convey my gratitude also to the recently elected President of Liberia, His Excellency Mr.”
2018-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8239 (2018) · source
“We urge Special Representative Mohammed Ibn Chambas to provide the necessary good offices and support of the United Nations Office for West Africa to the Liberian Government during the next stage so as to meet the Government's needs with regard to developing the infrastructure and a system of governance. I would like to take this opportunity to convey my gratitude to UNMIL and the Mission's staff, particularly those who sacrificed their lives to ensure security and stability in Liberia. I also thank the Secretary-General, Special Envoy Farid Zarif and his predecessors for their tireless efforts in achieving the progress that we are witnessing today in Liberia so as to become a success story in Africa.”
2018-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8239 (2018) · source
“The role of the United Nations country team will increase in importance following the Mission's withdrawal, particularly in the light of the difficult economic situation facing Liberia today. We therefore call for continued support from the United Nations country team, as well as the United Nations Development Programme, the Peacebuilding Commission and international partners to implement various development projects aimed at achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, as Deputy Secretary- General Amina Mohammed indicated during her visit to Liberia this past month. The Liberian people will face challenges following the withdrawal of the United Nations Mission. However, we are certain that they are ready to overcome them.”
2018-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8239 (2018) · source
“We rarely discuss an item on the Council's agenda with a positive conclusion, but this is a moment that we hope will be repeated in the future with many peacekeeping missions. Liberia today is a perfect example of local, regional and international engagement working together to build a State capable of sustaining itself. We applaud UNMIL's efforts, with the support of international partners. to rebuild and promote the country's security sector and achieve stability in Liberia. The international community must continue to support Liberia after the Mission's withdrawal through the United Nations country team and the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel. We also welcome the moral and sustained support provided by the Peacebuilding Fund of the Peacebuilding Commission in its efforts on behalf of Liberia's development.”
2018-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8239 (2018) · source
“Mr. Almunayekh (Kuwait) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I would very much like to thank Mr. Alexander Zouev, Assistant Secretary-General for Rule of Law and Security Institutions, Ambassador Schoulgin Nyoni, speaking on behalf of the Chair of the Liberia configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission, and Mr. Chid Liberty for their valuable briefings. Approximately 15 years have passed since the Council established the United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) pursuant to resolution 1509 (2003), in order to support and rebuild a nation devastated by two civil wars that had persisted for 14 years, resulting in thousands of victims and ruined infrastructure and requiring the deployment of more than 180,000 peacekeeping troops. We are here today to discuss UNMIL's successful withdrawal.”
2018-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8239 (2018) · source
“In closing, we urge Member States to participate actively in the donor conference on the humanitarian situation in Syria which will be held in Brussels next week, given the conference's important role in alleviating the situation of the Syrian people, whose suffering is now in its eighth year, with no serious settlement in view.”
2018-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8236 (2018) · source
“Regarding Raqqa, we thank Under-Secretary- General Lowcock for his update today following the recent humanitarian assessment visit. We welcome the efforts of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs to prepare the necessary humanitarian plans in order to provide assistance to Raqqa and remove all mines and explosive devices, which pose a threat to the safe return of internally displaced persons and refugees. Concerning the situation in Rukban, we stress the need to ensure sustained humanitarian access to camps in the area from inside Syria. We urge the United Nations and its partners to deliver this assistance as soon as possible.”
2018-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8236 (2018) · source
“We call on the parties with influence to work with the Syrian authorities in particular and to urge them to implement resolution 2401 (2018), pursuant to international humanitarian law. We expect the guarantor countries of Astana agreement - Russia, Iran and Turkey - to ensure progress on that front, in accordance with the declaration issued by the tripartite summit held in Istanbul on 4 April. We agree with the statement to be delivered by the representative of Sweden regarding our concern over the humanitarian situation in eastern Ghouta and Idlib, in northern Aleppo. We also express our concern at the increasing obstacles facing the United Nations and its efforts to reach civilians who had fled eastern Ghouta. We call on the Syrian Government to facilitate the access of United Nations staff to camps for internally displaced persons.”
2018-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8236 (2018) · source
“The resolution demanded a cessation of hostilities for at least 30 days without delay in order to allow the United Nations and its partners to deliver humanitarian assistance and ensure the evacuation of the sick and wounded, in accordance with international law. We underscore once again the Council's demand in resolution 2401 (2018) for unhindered and sustained access for humanitarian convoys, including medical material. We remind all parties of their obligations under international humanitarian law and international human rights law, and we call for an immediate end to all attacks on civilians, residential areas and medical facilities, in accordance with the resolution. We are deeply frustrated by the failure of compliance with resolution 2401 (2018).”
2018-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8236 (2018) · source
“Mr. Almunayekh (Kuwait) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I would like to thank Mr. Mark Lowcock, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs, for his briefing today. The Security Council has been preoccupied, especially of late, with the situation in Syria, which has seen dangerous and accelerating developments. That is why we need to address all these developments in an appropriate manner and further our efforts to reach a comprehensive political solution to the crisis in Syria. Resolution 2401 (2018), adopted unanimously by the Council less than two months ago, addressed the humanitarian situation across Syria.”
2018-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8236 (2018) · source
“That would lead in the long term to fostering political, security and development stability in Haiti and will help to implement the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, especially Goal 16, which is aimed at promoting peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development through providing access to justice for all.”
2018-04-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8220 (2018) · source
“I would also like to commend the efforts of the United Nations Mission for Justice Support in Haiti (MINUJUSTH), which is working to support and consolidate the gains that have already been made, in addition to strengthening stability and achieving long-term sustainable development in Haiti by supporting the Government's efforts to promote the rule of law. In conclusion, based on the what I have said here, I would like to express our support for the Secretary- General's proposal that MINUJUSTH'S mandate be extended to reflect the timeline defined by the benchmarked exit strategy. We support the report's contention that achieving the 11 benchmarks identified will facilitate the transition to a non-peacekeeping United Nations presence in Haiti.”
2018-04-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8220 (2018) · source
“Nevertheless, we call upon the national authorities to maximize the benefit of United Nations experience in the area of justice so as to improve the capacity and efficiency of the Haitian National Police. That would consolidate the gains achieved in the security sector and promote rule of law institutions, end impunity and prevent corruption. We commend the President's two initiatives in that connection. Thirdly, on the humanitarian aspect, we are concerned about reports of violations of human rights. We hope that the Haitian national authorities will prosecute the perpetrators whether they are members of the National Police or not. That will ensure accountability and justice. In that context, we welcome the results of the United Nations plan for combating cholera, since the weekly infections have been reduced by more than 99 per cent.”
2018-04-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8220 (2018) · source
“I should like to address three aspects related to our today's topic: politics, security and the humanitarian dimension. First, on the political aspect, I commend the work of President Moise as he consults with the Haitian Parliament on a legislative agenda that would establish a permanent electoral council and a constitutional council, in addition to finalizing appointments in the Supreme Court. We look forward to the enactment without delay of key legislation, including the penal code and the code of criminal procedure. We call upon the relevant authorities in Haiti to participate actively in consultations in order to positively impact the justice system. Secondly, on the security aspect, we note that security affects all other areas in Haiti. We therefore welcome the marked improvement in security as crime rates have gone down in Haiti.”
2018-04-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8220 (2018) · source
“Mr. Almunayekh (Kuwait) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I would like to congratulate your friendly country, Mr. President, 0 assuming the presidency of the Council for this month. We assure you that the State of Kuwait will support you throughout your presidency term. We are fully confident that your wisdom and experience will help guide the work of the Council during this month. I would also like to thank all the members of the delegation of the Netherlands for the excellent and successful work done with professionalism and transparency during the month of March. As part of today's debate, I thank Mr. Lacroix for his briefing on the developments in Haiti and the role of the United Nations Mission for Justice Support in Haiti in accordance with its mandate.”
2018-04-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8220 (2018) · source
“We commend the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission for its efforts in that regard, including the facilitation of dialogue among all parties to the conflict. In conclusion, we wish Minister Alfano every success during his term as Chairmperson-in-Office of the OSCE in achieving Italy's foreign policy aims and priorities, which he outlined in his briefing, as they are in line with the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations in the maintenance of security, stability and peace in the world.”
2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8200 (2018) · source
“The OSCE has greatly contributed to United Nations efforts, particularly during the three pre-conflict phases of early warning, preventative diplomacy and mitigation efforts, while also working towards peaceful settlement and contributing in the efforts to rebuilding peace. We cherish the hope that OSCE efforts will tangibly contribute to overcoming long-standing crises that need radical solutions, such as those in Nagorno Karabakh, Georgia and the Balkans, in addition to addressing the conflict in Ukraine, which is entering its fourth year. We hope that all relevant parties will fully implement resolution 2202 (2015) and the 2015 Minsk agreements so as to achieve a comprehensive and balanced solution to this issue through dialogue, in particular within the Normandy format.”
2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8200 (2018) · source
“In that context, I reaffirm that the State of Kuwait is keen to foster international cooperation in combating violent extremism and terrorism by adhering to all relevant Security Council resolutions, in addition to cooperating with United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy, including the Secretary-General's Plan of Action to Prevent Violent Extremism. As the geographically largest regional security organization, the OSCE adds significant value to our common pursuit of international peace and security. Its activities cover Europe, Asia and Euro-Asia and are complementary to those of the United Nations.”
2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8200 (2018) · source
“The Arab States, particularly those on the Mediterranean, share the same concerns and challenges of the OSCE, including illegal migration, trafficking in persons, terrorism, transnational organized crime, counter-terrorism, extremism, racism and hatred of religions. Here, I emphasize that violent extremism and terrorism are threats to all values and cultures and not limited to any religion, race, culture and identity, as they also disregard human rights. We must all therefore strengthen our cooperation and redouble our efforts in order to overcome those challenges.”
2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8200 (2018) · source
“Such cooperation should be framed within an institutional context, similar to the cooperation that the Council enjoys with the African Union and the European Union. We also call for an annual briefing from the Secretary- General of the League of Arab States, similar to that we have received today. Experience has proven that, in the light of the heightened armed conflicts and the difficulties and obstacles it faces in certain situations, the United Nations needs the support of regional organizations, pursuant to Chapter VIII of the Charter. It is clear that regional and subregional organizations are the most qualified and cost-effective entities in helping to understand the realities of some conflicts. They are also the best equipped to analyse information related to the maintenance of peace and security in their regions.”
2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8200 (2018) · source
“Mr. Almunayekh (Kuwait) (spoke in Arabic): I would like to begin by welcoming Mr. Angelino Alfano, Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Italy. I also seize this opportunity to congratulate him on Italy's chairpersonship of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) for 2018. I wish him every success in his presidency. I would also like to thank him for his valuable and comprehensive briefing today. The recurrent annual briefing of the OSCE is commendable. It reaffirms the commitment of the organization to promoting cooperation with the United Nations in order to maintain international peace and security. In that context, the State of Kuwait, as a non-permanent Security Council member, looks forward to strengthening cooperation between the Council and the League of Arab States.”
2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8200 (2018) · source
“We also call on the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to pursue those responsible for the incident in December 2017 that resulted in the deaths of one Pakistani and 15 Tanzanian peacekeepers and the disappearance of another Tanzanian peacekeeper, as well as the incident that resulted in the deaths of 27 Congolese. We continue to be particularly concerned about the loss of life in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2018-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8198 (2018) · source
“The Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework agreement embodies the hopes of the people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the region as it helps to achieve stability, address the root causes of the conflict and promote confidence among neighbouring countries. Lastly, we look forward to seeing the results of the investigation into the killing of Michael Sharp and Zaida Catalan. A year after their deaths, we still do not know who was responsible. We hope that the investigation will be completed and the perpetrators held accountable as soon as possible.”
2018-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8198 (2018) · source
“However, we are confident that the implementation of the comprehensive Political Agreement, the confidence-building measures and the holding of presidential elections as scheduled will help to improve the economic, security and humanitarian situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. We also underscore the importance of regional and international organizations - particularly the European Union, the African Union, the Southern African Development Community, the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region and the International Organization of la Francophonie - in support of political stability in the country, which is crucial to making progress in the political process.”
2018-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8198 (2018) · source
“It is the largest Mission of its kind within the United Nations and is operating under many major challenges. We firmly condemn the attacks on it by armed groups and stress that those responsible should be held accountable and brought to justice. We deplore the dreadful humanitarian situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The 13 million people currently in urgent need of humanitarian aid are double last year's numbers, as the Secretary- General says in his report (S/2018/174). The economic situation is also seriously worrying, and the blatant incidents of human rights violations are undoubtedly linked to the deteriorating security situation in many parts of the country.”
2018-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8198 (2018) · source
“The presence of the Vice-Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration here today indicates how important the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo considers the political process, which it should continue to focus on until political and security stability is achieved and the elections are held on schedule. That is the best way to ensure that the Congolese people can enjoy the decent life that they have waited for so long and that they deserve. We support the renewal of the mandate of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo for another year, as it is providing the Government with important and vital support in preparing for the next political stage.”
2018-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8198 (2018) · source
“Leonard She Okitundu, Vice-Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Where the political process is concerned, the Democratic Republic of the Congo is undergoing a critical period with regard to the issues of adhering to its electoral calendar and holding presidential elections by the end of the year. We welcome the Government's efforts in that area and stress the importance of ensuring that the presidential elections are held according to the established timetable and without delay. They should be free, fair and democratic and should include all political parties in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2018-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8198 (2018) · source
“Mr. Almunayekh (Kuwait) (spoke in Arabic): I should like to thank you, Mr. President, for your kind words about Kuwait. Given your professionalism and that of your staff, we are certain that the Kingdom of the Netherlands will preside over the Security Council in an outstanding manner during the month of March. I would like to begin by thanking Ms. Leila Zerrougui, Special Representative of the Secretary- General and Head of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO), for her informative first briefing since assuming the helm of MONUSCO. We wish her every success in her duties, which she will undoubtedly carry out very ably. We also welcome Mr.”
2018-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8198 (2018) · source
“In that regard, I reiterate the importance ofreaching a political solution in Darfur and of ensuring that all stakeholders participate in a peaceful political process. It is important to end arms proliferation in Darfur. I welcome the cooperation between UNAMID and the Government of the Sudan with regard to the collection of weapons in certain refugee camps. In addition, I reiterate the importance of respecting the sovereignty, unity and independence of the Sudan. 1 note the attacks perpetrated by militia groups in the Sudan that destabilize the country and the wider region. We reiterate our support for the Government of the Sudan in its efforts to overcome challenges and meet the demands of the United Nations.”
2018-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8155 (2018) · source
“Furthermore, we welcome the efforts of the Sudanese Government to stabilize Darfur, in particular with regard to the return of refugees, the collection of weapons and the national dialogue. We support the national dialogue process and the efforts of the African Union's High- level Implementation Panel. We welcome the efforts of UNAMID, in cooperation with local forces in Darfur, to facilitate the transition to the post-conflict peacebuilding phase. We reiterate the importance of supporting the Sudan in its efforts. The positive role played by friends of the Sudan in implementing development projects in Darfur facilitates the voluntary return of displaced persons and helps to provide them with a decent life.”
2018-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8155 (2018) · source
“Mr. Almunayekh (Kuwait) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I welcome the Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, Mr. Lacroix, to the Security Council and thank him for his detailed briefing on the report of the Secretary-General (S/2017/1113) on phase one of the reconfiguration ofthe African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID). In addition, I welcome the encouraging developments outlined in the report, in particular with regard to the reduction in the number of clashes and levels of violence during the reporting period. We believe that phase one is vital to achieving stability in Darfur. We welcome the fact that the Government of the Sudan has accepted the conclusions of the joint assessment and allocated land for the establishment of a temporary operating base in G010.”
2018-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8155 (2018) · source
“We reiterate our commitment to continuing to support the Colombian Government, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and the United Nations Mission in their endeavours to bring peace to Colombia. Finally, I wish the Ambassador of the United Kingdom, Matthew Rycroft, every success in the new role that awaits him.”
2018-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8154 (2018) · source
“We urge both parties to extend it and to put the best interests of Colombia and the Colombian people first. We support the Secretary-General's recommendation that the mandate of the United Nations Verification Mission be renewed to ensure the continuation of the ceasefire between the Government and the ELN, in View of the Mission's important role in achieving stability in the interests of the Colombian peace process. In this regard, I thank the countries that have contributed international observers; Cuba and Norway, the two guarantors of the peace process; and the two supporting countries, Chile and Venezuela, as well as Colombia, for their Vital and important role in sponsoring the ceasefire negotiations.”
2018-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8154 (2018) · source
“We welcome the temporary bilateral ceasefire between the Government and the Ejercito de Liberacion Nacional (ELN), which expired yesterday, 9 March, and which has facilitated a number of achievements on several fronts, as acknowledged by both parties, the Catholic Church and the United Nations Mission, including a significant reduction in armed clashes between Government forces and those of the ELN, bringing with it a reduction in the level of violence and improvements in the humanitarian situation. We have also seen the participation ofa wide group of social organizations in public meetings with a View to convening a national dialogue in the future. However, we are concerned about reports received this morning, indicating that the ELN has resumed fighting after the expiry of the ceasefire deadline.”
2018-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8154 (2018) · source
“Regarding the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace, we take this opportunity to praise the significant achievements realized since it was signed by the Government and the Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia (FARC), ending a conflict that had lasted more than half a century. Meanwhile, we emphasize the importance of ensuring that both sides continue to honour their commitments. After 50 years ofconflict, achieving peace will face difficulties and obstacles.”
2018-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8154 (2018) · source
“Mr. Almunayekh (Kuwait) (spoke in Arabic): I would first like to thank Mr. Jean Arnault, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia, for his valuable briefing, in which he informed us of the most important achievements and challenges facing the peace process and ceasefire in Colombia. I also welcome His Excellency Mr. Oscar Adolfo Naranjo Trujillo, Vice President of Colombia, to the Security Council. His presence here today is in itself a testament to his Government's interest in achieving stable and lasting peace in Colombia and a confirmation to the Council of the importance that the Colombian Government attaches to that peace. I also thank and acknowledge his important and vital role in the current peace process in Colombia.”
2018-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8154 (2018) · source
“We must end violence against children and hold the perpetrators accountable. The world cannot lose a generation of innocent children to conflict. Indeed, 28 million children have been traumatized and forced to flee their homes because of these conflicts. We must effectively protect children and guarantee their legitimate rights. In this regard, the State of Kuwait would like to take this opportunity to reiterate once again its support for the Security Council mandate on children and armed conflict and that we will continue to exert every possible effort to support the United Nations and the Security Council in addressing violations against children in all their forms, preventing further Violations and holding the perpetrators accountable.”
2017-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8082 (2017) · source
“The League is one of the largest supporters and contributors to the humanitarian efforts aimed at alleviating humanitarian suffering in Yemen and rehabilitating the affected areas. The international community today, particularly the Security Council, has a moral and legal obligation to end the practices affecting the Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar. The United Nations has received 480 reports of child recruitment there, in addition to six attacks on education facilities in Rakhine state. We must take all necessary measures to guarantee adherence to international humanitarian law and international human rights law in order to guarantee people's safety and free mobility, without oppression based on ethnic or religious identity. Expressing our rage repeatedly is not enough.”
2017-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8082 (2017) · source
“In the wake of the horrifying images we have seen this year of the chemical attacks in Syria that resulted in dozens of deaths, including of children, we must send a clear message that the use of such weapons, regardless of the perpetrators, will not be tolerated. We must end the bloodshed in Syria. It is the duty of the Security Council to find a solution to the crisis and to end these serious violations of human rights and international humanitarian law. With regard to the crisis in Yemen, the State of Kuwait, as a member of the League of Arab States, emphasizes that the League plays a pivotal role in protecting children in that country. It is committed to international standards, international law and international humanitarian law and has taken comprehensive measures to protect civilians.”
2017-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8082 (2017) · source
“In addition, the destructive impact of Israel's control over Palestinian mobility through checkpoints and the apartheid wall has aggravated the humanitarian suffering, desperation and deprivation that affect Children in alarming numbers. In that regard, we call on the Security Council to shoulder its responsibility for combating such repeated Violations in order to ensure justice and protection for Palestine's vulnerable children and guarantee their right to live in freedom, free from injustice. Kuwait will soon be hosting an international conference on Palestinian children's suffering to highlight the violations that are being inflicted on Palestinian children at the hands of the Israel Defense Forces.”
2017-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8082 (2017) · source
“We also affirm the importance of preserving all the Security Council's tools and mechanisms established to promote every possible measure to combat such practices. When we are discussing the issue of children in armed conflict, we must address the suffering of the defenceless Palestinian people, including Palestinian children. The attacks that have been perpetrated against them over the decades still continue. Israel continues to transgress against the Palestinian people and their children. They have to endure practices that include the destruction of education and health facilities, among other things, besides cruelties such as torture and detention.”
2017-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8082 (2017) · source
“Kuwait is deeply concerned about the negative impact of armed conflict on children, including through acts such as their recruitment and exploitation, group abductions, sexual violence and maiming. The international community must respond effectively to all issues in that regard affecting international peace and security, while respecting international humanitarian law and international human rights law. On the occasion of the tenth anniversary of the adoption of the Paris Principles and Commitments, aimed at protecting children from unlawful recruitment or from being used by armed forces or groups, Kuwait would like to once again express its support for them in their goal of ending inhumane practices against children.”
2017-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8082 (2017) · source
“The world is witnessing turbulence and crises that are deeply alarming and that are indicators of the increased suffering of civilians in armed conflict and particularly of vulnerable groups, including children. These conflicts, in which they are exploited, deprive them of their innocence and the right to live in dignity and to grow and survive. The vicious acts of terrorist organizations such as Da'esh and Boko Haram do not distinguish between civilians and non-civilians. Such groups often target young people, and the international community cannot remain silent and allow them to deprive children of a normal life and force them to live in terror. All children are entitled to receive protection and feel secure within their families and in their homes.”
2017-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8082 (2017) · source
“Mr. AlMunayekh (Kuwait) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I would like to thank the French presidency for drawing the Security Council's attention to this important topic and to applaud France's efforts as President of the Council this month. I would also like to thank Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and Ms. Virgina Gamba, his Special Representative for Children and Armed Conflict, as well as Mr. Mubin Shaikh, for their valuable briefings. We would like to express our gratitude and appreciation for the efforts of the United Nations on the issue of children and armed conflict, which is undoubtedly one of the greatest challenges facing the international community today.”
2017-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8082 (2017) · source
“The eight resolutions adopted by the Security Council in this area have made clear that this agenda requires greater commitment in order to be comprehensively implemented. We will undertake additional efforts to integrate these resolutions in the global agenda of the United Nations and in the work of the Security Council in particular. The past two decades have made clear that the meaningful participation of women can strengthen protection, economic recovery and peacebuilding efforts. To conclude, I would like to reiterate Kuwait's commitment to acting in favour of women's empowerment and promoting the role of women in sustaining peace and security. Participation by women and girls must be at the top of our priorities.”
2017-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8079 (2017) · source