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Alotaibi

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“In the light of all this, and given that the solution to the crisis in Yemen must be a political one, the State of Kuwait provided a private plane to transport most of the Yemeni delegation from the Yemeni capital, Sana'a, to Sweden in order to participate in the recent consultations. We hope that all Yemeni parties will invest in the outcome of those consultations and complete the steps specified hereto in order to achieve a comprehensive agreement that will eventually end the disastrous repercussions of the crisis faced by brotherly Yemen. On the second topic, developments in the humanitarian and economic situation in Yemen, the consultations in Sweden did not lead to a compromise regarding all issues that were discussed there.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8424 (2018) · source
“That progress would not have been achieved without such key factors as the unity of the Security Council vis-a-vis the Yemeni issue, as well as the great role played by the coalition countries through their legitimate support for efforts to overcome all obstacles to the convening of those consultations, not to mention the serious commitment of Yemeni stakeholders to actively engaging in them and cooperating with the Special Envoy. The State of Kuwait has been supporting efforts to resolve conflicts through peaceful means and mediation, all the more so given that the United Nations role as mediator. We believe in the utmost importance of the United Nations and the resolutions taken by its various organs, especially the Security Council as the responsible organ for the maintenance of international peace and security.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8424 (2018) · source
“The round of consultations between the Yemeni parties - hosted by the Government of the Kingdom of Sweden, which we thank for providing all the necessary elements for its success - is a reflection of the international community's commitment and concern to address that crisis, which has reached regrettable proportions and threatens regional peace and security. It also resulted in negative consequences for the humanitarian, economic, and political situations in brotherly Yemen. The relative and noticeable progress achieved in that round of consultations should be considered a great success in the light of the Yemeni crisis and its circumstances.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8424 (2018) · source
“Mr. Alotaibi (Kuwait) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I thank Mr. Martin Griffiths, Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Yemen, and Mr. Mark Lowcock, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs for, their valuable briefings. I would also like to welcome the new Representative of Yemen, His Excellency Mr. Abdullah Al-Saadi, whom I wish every success. In my statement I will focus on two main topics: first, the consultations in Sweden between the Yemeni parties; and secondly, developments in the humanitarian and economic situation in Yemen. On the first topic, we listened with great interest to the briefing of Mr. Griffiths, which delivers a message of hope with a view to mitigating the scale of the crisis that has beset Yemen since 2014.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8424 (2018) · source
“We therefore again congratulate the Ambassador and the delegation of Sweden on their efforts and achievements, and look forward to working with the delegations of Germany and Belgium on the Syrian humanitarian dossier starting in January 2019.”
2018-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8423 (2018) · source
“In conclusion, since this meeting is the last scheduled on the humanitarian situation in Syria for this year, I take this opportunity to thank the delegation of Sweden, especially Ambassador Olof Skoog and his team, for their cooperation on the humanitarian file of a dear Arab State that should enjoy security and stability. We commend the marvellous performance of the delegation of Sweden, which was admired by everyone in the Council. After we closely worked with it on this and other dossiers, I can honestly say that the delegation of Sweden has enjoyed the great confidence of all members of the Council because of its demonstrated professionalism, credibility and integrity in upholding and staunchly defending the Charter of the United Nations and international law.”
2018-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8423 (2018) · source
“We reiterate the importance of holding accountable all those who have committed violations of international law and international humanitarian law. We must also ensure the safe, voluntary and dignified return of refugees and internally displaced persons, according to international criteria. The Council must therefore redouble its efforts and work collectively in order to resolve the crisis. The humanitarian situation will keep deteriorating if a political solution of the Syrian crisis is not reached pursuant to resolution 2254 (2015) and the 2012 Geneva communique (S/2012/522, annex).”
2018-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8423 (2018) · source
“Regrettably, this year has seen an increase in the humanitarian suffering in Syria. The conflict continues, threatening regional and international peace and security, while the Council remains unable to resolve the crisis. We are concerned by the recent escalation of the situation in various parts of the country, including Deir ez-Zor, Idlib and Aleppo. The current security situation in Syria demonstrates that it is still fragile and could lead to a military escalation, in particular in Idlib, where some 3 million people live. In that regard, we reaffirm the importance of maintaining the agreement reached between Russia and Turkey on Idlib in order to prevent a further humanitarian catastrophe there. We also reaffirm that all parties must honour their commitments under international humanitarian law and international human rights law.”
2018-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8423 (2018) · source
“The Council hasjust adopted resolution 2449 (2018), which renews the mandate of the mechanism to deliver cross-border humanitarian aid for an additional year. The resolution is the result of weeks of discussions and consultations, during which we listened to the opinions of all members of the Council and relevant parties. We thank all States that voted in favour of the resolution. The adoption of this humanitarian resolution represents an extremely important step in ensuring the direct delivery of humanitarian aid to millions of Syrians in need. The Council has therefore responded to the international community's calls by renewing this mechanism, which is a clear signal that the international community attaches great importance to the swift and unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid to those in need.”
2018-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8423 (2018) · source
“Mr. Alotaibi (Kuwait) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I welcome the presence among us of the Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. We also thank the Under Secretary- General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, Mr. Mark Lowcock, for his valuable briefing on the latest developments concerning the humanitarian situation in Syria. We fully associate ourselves with the statement delivered by the representative of Sweden, which was also made on our behalf, and I wish to make a few additional remarks in our national capacity. We reiterate our support for all humanitarian actors and medical staff on the ground and commend their efforts to reduce the humanitarian suffering in Syria.”
2018-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8423 (2018) · source
“The cross-border assistance authorized by the Security Council remains a vital part of the humanitarian response. In November alone, life-saving cross-border humanitarian assistance was provided to more than 600,000 people, including food assistance to nearly 500,000. The number of those who are still in need of humanitarian assistance in Syria is 13 million, which is a very significant number. The renewal of the resolution would allow the Security Council to continue to help ease the human suffering of the people and ensure delivery by the shortest route to humanitarian assistance to those in Syria who need it. Such cross-border humanitarian assistance continues to complement other mechanisms of humanitarian response in Syria, where millions of people depend on cross-border humanitarian assistance to survive.”
2018-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8423 (2018) · source
“Mr. Alotaibi (Kuwait) (spoke in Arabic): Over the past two weeks, Sweden and Kuwait, as penholders for the humanitarian aspect of the Council's work on Syria, have conducted broad consultations with members of the Security Council and other relevant parties in order to renew the resolution on humanitarian access to Syria, including the fundamental provisions of resolution 2165 (2014). Those negotiations and consultations have been fruitful and helpful. We thank all Council members for their constructive engagement in the consultations. Consequently, Sweden and Kuwait have presented to the Council what they believe to be a purely humanitarian and balanced draft resolution, which renews cross- border humanitarian operations for 12 months, in line with the Secretary-General's recommendation.”
2018-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8423 (2018) · source
“Such cooperation is necessary if the aspirations of the people of the region to stability, security and decent living conditions are to be fulfilled. This is all the more crucial, given that the region has a vast wealth of natural resources, which, if properly tapped, would help it to achieve those aspirations. I would like to conclude by thanking once again Mr. Fall and the staff of the Regional Office for their tireless efforts.”
2018-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8421 (2018) · source
“We look forward to the continued cooperation between the two communities and other international partners interested in achieving the desired peace and stability in the region. Thirdly and lastly, cooperation between the Regional Office and other regional and international organizations. The many challenges faced by Central Africa, such as the increasing number of conflicts linked to transhumance, climate change, armed conflict and the proliferation of small arms and light weapons, along with other economic challenges and social problems, require serious cooperation among the Governments of the region, ECCAS, the Central African Economic and Monetary Community, the African Union and all regional and subregional organizations.”
2018-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8421 (2018) · source
“The reason is violence and the outbreak of cholera, Ebola and other diseases. Regional organizations have cooperated with the States of the region, and we commend the adoption by the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) of a strategy to prevent and combat terrorism in Central Africa. We also commend the decision to carry out a comprehensive reform of the Council for Peace and Security in Central Africa (COPAX). We pay tribute to the fruitful cooperation between ECCAS and the Economic Community of West African States, as embodied in the summit convened in Lome in July. The summit exemplified the genuine commitment of both communities to working together to address the various challenges faced by the States of the region.”
2018-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8421 (2018) · source
“In that regard, we condemn in the strongest terms the criminal acts, suicide attacks, repeated armed attacks, looting and abductions perpetrated by Boko Haram and the Lord's Resistance Army in the region. Those acts hinder progress made at the political, security and development levels and even at the social and humanitarian levels. It is the responsibility of the United Nations, the Security Council, regional and subregional organizations and all the States of Central Africa to confront those attacks and ensure that sustained and common solutions are found for acts of vandalism. Secondly, we regret the generally worsening humanitarian situation in the region. The number of those in need ofurgent humanitarian assistance is on the rise, as is the number of refugees and forced displaced persons.”
2018-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8421 (2018) · source
“We are monitoring the political and security developments in the States cited in the report, and would like to stress the importance of the efforts made by the Regional Office, as well as the regional organizations and United Nations peacekeeping operations in the region, with the aim of establishing a comprehensive dialogue between Governments and all community groups, especially in certain States of the region, and attaining the political transfer of power during the upcoming periods. We are very concerned by the waves of violence and armed conflict in the region, regrettably claiming innocent and civilian lives. We need to find radical solutions to stop the violence and hold the perpetrators accountable.”
2018-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8421 (2018) · source
“We share the concerns expressed by the Secretary-General regarding the deterioration of the security and humanitarian situations in the North-West and South-West regions of Cameroon. The scheduled elections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are 10 days away. We hope that they will take place with inclusiveness, transparency and safety. In that regard, we emphasize that the political processes and the elections in any State of Central Africa, if conducted in an inclusive, free and credible manner, represent an important step towards maintaining peace and security and achieving the peaceful transfer of power. That would also have positive effects on stability across the Whole region.”
2018-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8421 (2018) · source
“First, with respect to the security and political situations in the region, the Secretary-General's report (S/2018/1065) on the situation in the Central Africa region outlines the activities of the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa, as well as a detailed explanation of the recent political, economic, social and security developments in the region and their impact on peace and security in Central Africa and the States that are facing various challenges there. On the political level, elections have taken place in a number of Central African States, such as Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Gabon and Cameroon, without significant violent incidents, despite ongoing security instability in Cameroon.”
2018-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8421 (2018) · source
“Mr. Alotaibi (Kuwait) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I would like to thank Mr. Francois Lounceny Fall, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa, and Ms. Reena Ghelani, Director for Operations and Advocacy of the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, for their briefings. I also wish to commend the efforts and activities made by members and staff of the Regional Office in discharging its mandate. I shall focus on three aspects in my statement.”
2018-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8421 (2018) · source
“I would also like to take this opportunity to express our appreciation to Ambassador van Oosterom, in his capacity as Facilitator for the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015), and to the members of his delegation for their efforts in the past year. We wish them and their friendly country every success.”
2018-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8418 (2018) · source
“It is also important to refrain from interfering in the domestic affairs of countries and to respect their sovereignty in accordance with the provisions of the Charter of the United Nations, international law and the principles of good-neighbourliness, as well as to work to settle disputes by peaceful means, refrain from the threat or use of force and reject sectarianism. In conclusion, the State of Kuwait reiterates that the Security Council should continue to shoulder its responsibilities and follow up on the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015) in a comprehensive manner that guarantees compliance by Iran and other States with their commitments, not only in the area of nuclear non-proliferation but also with regard to other issues mentioned in the resolution.”
2018-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8418 (2018) · source
“In that regard, we are concerned about the continued firing of ballistic missiles into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as the report states. The report also mentions the transfer of weapons and military equipment to other countries in the region. The Secretariat could not verify the dates on which such transfers took place but is continuing to investigate the issue of ballistic missiles. We still consider the matter very serious and a possible threat to international peace and security. Kuwait condemns the recurring firing of ballistic missiles into our sister Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, threatening its national security and jeopardizing civilians' lives. We stress our firm position in that regard, which calls for maintaining security and stability in the region and the safety of its peoples.”
2018-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8418 (2018) · source
“In that regard, we welcome the contents of the report on Iran's implementation of its commitments related to its nuclear programme, as verified by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). We reiterate that Iran should stay on that positive course, in accordance with the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) and the IAEA Comprehensive Safeguards Agreement. Iran's early ratification of the Additional Protocol would guarantee that it is continuing to maintain its status as a non-nuclear-weapon State. The provisions of resolution 2231 (2015) are not limited to nuclear issues alone. They extend to controlling activities related to ballistic-missile technologies and the transfer of traditional weapons.”
2018-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8418 (2018) · source
“It is true that the agreement does not address all of the concerns of the countries of the region, such as deteriorating security conditions and interference in their domestic affairs. However, we welcomed the agreement because we fully support all United Nations resolutions, efforts and endeavours that seek to achieve security and stability in the Middle East. We maintain a principled and firm position on all non-proliferation issues in general, and on a Middle East free of weapons of mass destruction in particular. We have taken note of the sixth report of the Secretary-General, drafted in accordance with annex B of resolution 2231 (2015), which provides an overview of the nuclear-related provisions and ballistic-missile and arms-related provisions geared to strengthening the resolution's implementation.”
2018-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8418 (2018) · source
“Mr. Alotaibi (Kuwait) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I would like to join others in welcoming the participation of the United States Secretary of State, Mr. Mike Pompeo, in today's meeting. I also thank Ms. Rosemary DiCarlo, Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs, for her comprehensive briefing on the sixth report of the Secretary-General on the implementation ofresolution 2231 (2015) (S/2018/1089), as well as the Facilitator for the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015), and the observer of the European Union on behalf of the Joint Commission, for their briefings to the Council. Three years ago, Kuwait welcomed the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action and the Security Council's subsequent adoption of resolution 2231 (2015).”
2018-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8418 (2018) · source
“We look forward to the AU achieving its desired goals through the Silencing the Guns on the African continent by 2020 initiative. In conclusion, given the conflicts in the Arab region, the State of Kuwait looks forward to consolidating cooperation between the Security Council and the League of Arab States in the areas of early warning, conflict prevention and conflict resolution through peaceful means, in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and the Charter of the League of Arab States.”
2018-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8414 (2018) · source
“In that regard, we underscore the importance of launching effective initiatives to reform and develop cooperation in peacekeeping operations and enhance United Nations efforts to support the capacities of the AU and subregional organizations in preventive diplomacy, including mediation, early warning, reconstruction and post-conflict development. That was reflected in the 2010 initiative of the forum of mediators and peace envoys in Africa. The forum is considered to have been the first gathering of the Heads of peacekeeping operations and special political missions of the United Nations with their peers in the AU to coordinate peacemaking, peacebuilding and peacekeeping policies at the United Nations and at the continental level.”
2018-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8414 (2018) · source
“That cooperation in the fields of peace and security is manifested in two Arab-African countries - Somalia and the Sudan - through the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) and UNAMID, respectively. Those missions are two different successful models of regional partnerships. The Declaration of Shared Commitments on United Nations Peacekeeping Operations, in addressing the issue of partnerships, renews host Governments' commitment regarding peacekeeping operations to do their utmost in the area of peacebuilding and maintaining peace. All States that sponsored the Declaration are committed to supporting peacekeeping operations, which would provide the United Nations, the AU and subregional organizations in Africa a clear path for cooperation.”
2018-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8414 (2018) · source
“We would underline the remarks made by the Secretary- General's during the Security Council meeting held yesterday on funding African peacekeeping operations and the importance of supporting them, if possible, through assessed contributions (see S/PV.8413). Hence, Kuwait looks forward to a consensus in the Council on a draft resolution to guarantee financing for peacekeeping operations. The draft is being submitted by Ethiopia, Cote d'Ivoire and Equatorial Guinea, and is currently subject to consultations. Cooperation between the United Nations and the AU is an explicit example of the application of Chapter VIII of the Charter of the United Nations.”
2018-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8414 (2018) · source
“Security Council resolution 2033 (2012), which calls for continued consultation with the AU and economic regional communities on peace and security challenges, encourages the enhancement and promotion of cooperation between the United Nations and its specialized agencies, on the one hand, and, on the other, the AU subregional organizations, including ECOWAS, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, the East African Community, the Southern African Development Community and the Economic Community of Central African States. With respect to developing and improving cooperation between the AU and the United Nations, particularly with regard to peacekeeping operations, we must stress that predictable and sustainable financing is the greatest challenge facing all United Nations funds.”
2018-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8414 (2018) · source
“The African continent is vast, with diverse geographic, ethnic, cultural, social and historical limitations. Those limitations give rise to subregional realities with political and economic dimensions under the umbrella of the AU, realities that have created a new form of cooperation between the United Nations and the AU communities because each conflict is of a different nature and has different characteristics.”
2018-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8414 (2018) · source
“The Secretary-General has stressed on more than one occasion that such cooperation is a need, not a choice. Our world today faces numerous extremely complex challenges that require us to make concerted efforts and achieve a united stance. The challenges posed by the protracted conflicts and disputes on the African continent have highlighted the role of the United Nations as a key player. In 1960, the first peacekeeping operation in Africa was deployed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to assist the Government in maintaining law and order. Since then, thousands of peacekeepers have been deployed in approximately 31 peacekeeping operations in many African States. Today, the African continent hosts seven of 14 United Nations peacekeeping operations, in addition to the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID).”
2018-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8414 (2018) · source
“Mr. Alotaibi (Kuwait) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I wish to congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council. I also thank the delegation of your friendly country for holding this important meeting. I would like to thank the Secretary-General, Mr. Antonio Guterres, as well as the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mr. Moussa Faki Mahamat, and Mr. Jean-Claude Kassi Brou, President of the Commission of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), for their comprehensive and valuable briefings on enhancing cooperation between the United Nations and regional and subregional organizations, with a focus on the relationship between the African Union (AU) and the United Nations. Cooperation between the United Nations and regional organizations is more important than ever.”
2018-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8414 (2018) · source
“Achieving Goal 16 of the Sustainable Development goals is important in order to establish peaceful societies and build effective institutions.”
2018-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8413 (2018) · source
“In order for those States to recover and be able to withstand hardships, the role of international financial institutions is crucial, first and foremost that of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund. Those institutions, in cooperation and partnership with the United Nations and its specialized agencies, including the Peacebuilding Fund, can contribute to reconstruction, development and job-creation. Those States would then be able to discharge their functions in the best possible way, with a view to achieving sustained economic growth, which represents the best guarantee to avoid a relapse into conflict. In conclusion, we reiterate our full support for the Secretary-General's reforms and his efforts to restructure the peace and security pillars within the Secretariat.”
2018-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8413 (2018) · source
“It is also clear that regional organizations are in many cases better-suited to deal with conflicts owing to the fact that their operations are less costly, both materially and in human resource terms. They are also more capable of analysing information pertaining to maintaining peace and security in their respective regions. Close cooperation and effective partnership between the United Nations and regional and subregional organizations are therefore the first line of defence for the United Nations in helping to resolve regional problems, prevent their expansion and avoid threats to international peace and security. States emerging from conflicts often face economic deterioration, destroyed infrastructure and an inability to provide basic services to their peoples.”
2018-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8413 (2018) · source
“The vital role played by the Dialogue, Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Cote d'Ivoire, which was established in September 2011 and tasked with investigating human rights violations during the conflict, contributed immensely to creating an environment of social harmony and political stability by bringing to justice those responsible for violations of human rights and perpetrators of crimes against humanity and war crimes. That was a crucial component of the successful transition process in Cote d'lvoire. Experience has shown that, following the increase in military conflicts and the difficulties and obstacles faced by the Organization in certain cases, the efforts of the United Nations need support from regional organizations, in accordance with Chapter VIII of the Charter ofthe United Nations.”
2018-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8413 (2018) · source
“The Peacebuilding Commission also played a crucial role in building peace and reconstruction efforts, alongside the United Nations Operation in Cote d'Ivoire, whose mandate ended in June 2017, as well as the peacekeeping troops of the Economic Community of West African States. Of the most important steps that should be taken by a State in any post-conflict situation is to embrace national ownership of the peacebuilding operation, as well as sincere political will to achieve national reconciliation while addressing the root causes of the crisis.”
2018-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8413 (2018) · source
“Many important elements are required to achieve that, first and foremost political determination, security, stability, sustained funding for early recovery, and lasting medium- and long-term financial investment. The presence of Cote d'Ivoire in the Council today as a non-permanent member bears witness to the importance of the post-conflict period. Cote d'Ivoire was able to successfully emerge from a serious long- standing crisis once the appropriate political and security environment was established. That was achieved after C6te d'Ivoire undertook serious and effective economic reforms in a number of vital sectors 4 such as agriculture, industry, mining and investment - that helped avoid a relapse into conflict.”
2018-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8413 (2018) · source
“Mr. Alotaibi (Kuwait) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, Mr. President, I would like to welcome and thank you for your presence with us today in the Security Council. We are grateful to the delegation of Cote d'Ivoire for convening this important meeting. We also thank Secretary-General Mr. Antonio Guterres and Mr. Moussa Faki Mahamat, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, for their valuable briefings. The post-conflict period requires an integrated strategy in the political, security and economic spheres - which are considered fundamental pillars for building and sustaining peace and vital factors for promoting security and stability.”
2018-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8413 (2018) · source
“In conclusion, it is high time for Iraq to recover following the tragic events it has experienced in recent years while fighting against Da'esh. Once again, Kuwait expresses its solidarity with the Government and the people of Iraq in any measures they undertake to roll back terrorism, prevent the expansion of terrorist activities and prosecute the perpetrators of those atrocious crimes by bringing them to justice. We will support such measures in order to consolidate Iraqi national unity and preserve the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iraq.”
2018-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8412 (2018) · source
“Aware of the serious challenges that brotherly Iraq is facing after defeating the so-called Da'esh, His Highness Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Emir of Kuwait, took the initiative in calling for the convening in Kuwait the International Kuwait Conference for the Reconstruction of Iraq in February, which was co-chaired by Iraq, the United Nations, the European Union and the World Bank. The Conference raised $30 billion, which was donated by participating countries as well as representatives of the private sector and civil society organizations. Those contributions took the form of development loans, subsidized loans and investments. They will help to improve living conditions, develop infrastructure, provide basic services and create a safe environment in the areas freed from the terrorists in Iraq.”
2018-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8412 (2018) · source
“In that respect, we greatly appreciate the sacrifices and the heroic actions undertaken by the brotherly Iraqi people. Allow me therefore to congratulate the daughter of Iraq, Ms. Nadia Murad, on winning the Nobel Peace Prize and wish her every success. Her humanitarian message encompasses a true sense of heroism and serves to heal the wounds caused by the so-called Da'esh terrorist organization in Iraq. It is indeed a source of hope and optimism. Kuwait has stood alongside Iraq throughout the difficult circumstances it has endured, including within the framework of the international coalition against Da'esh. We have provided logistical support and hosted a number of international coalition meetings.”
2018-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8412 (2018) · source
“Resolution 2379 (2017) established a mechanism that represented a victory for humanitarian justice and for reparation to victims. That mechanism was formed in response to the Iraqi Government's request to guarantee that the perpetrators of the most heinous crimes - which could constitute war crimes, crimes against humanity or genocide - would not enjoy impunity, while fully respecting the sovereignty of Iraq and its jurisdiction over crimes committed on its territories. We believe that the mechanism is an important deterrent to terrorists. We are hopeful that the priorities identified by the Investigative Team in its first report, as well as the commitments undertaken by the Iraqi Government to support and facilitate the mission of the Investigative Team, will bring the perpetrators to justice under Iraqi law.”
2018-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8412 (2018) · source
“Karim Asad Ahmad Khan, Special Adviser and Head of the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da'esh/Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant for his valuable briefing on the important issue before us today. We also welcome his first report (S/2018/1031) as a road map for the Investigative Team. We wish Mr. Khan and his team every success in carrying out the difficult and sensitive task ahead. We hope that the Investigative Team will be able to discharge its mission to ensure that the perpetrators of the most atrocious crimes against the brotherly Iraqi people are held accountable. That would represent a fundamental part of the comprehensive systematic approach to eliminating terrorism.”
2018-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8412 (2018) · source
“Bush holds a special place in the Administration, the leadership and the hearts of the people of Kuwait, thanks to the leading and historical role he played in mobilizing political and military support for the formation of the great international coalition, led by the United States of America. That contributed to liberating the State of Kuwait from the 1991 occupation, in accordance with the relevant Security Council resolutions and the embodiment of the concept of collective security. The principled and courageous attitudes by the President George H.W. Bush and his support for justice and rights will not be forgotten by the people of Kuwait, and will remain entrenched in their memory. I would like to thank Mr.”
2018-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8412 (2018) · source
“Mr. Alotaibi (Kuwait) (spoke in Arabic): I would like to start by congratulating you, Mr. President, on your presidency of the Security Council for this month and wishing you every success. At the same time, we thank the Chinese delegation for its presidency of the Council for last month. Ijoin previous speakers in expressing my deepest condolences to the United States Administration and the American people following the passing of former President George H.W. Bush who served as the permanent representative of his country to the United Nations and presided over the Security Council in May 1972. Our condolences also go to his family. President George H.W.”
2018-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8412 (2018) · source
“As the last month of the year is almost upon us, we emphasize that every effort must be made to reinvigorate the political process, including the establishment of a constitutional committee before the end of the year.”
2018-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8411 (2018) · source
“We stress the importance of ensuring a lasting ceasefire in Idlib, and indeed throughout Syria, in order to enable access for humanitarian assistance and for evacuating the injured, in accordance with international law and as stipulated in resolution 2401 (2018). We welcome the fact that many people who had been detained by Government or opposition forces were released on 24 November. That is an important first step towards building confidence between the parties to the conflict. Lastly, without a political solution to the conflict in Syria in line with the provisions of resolution 2254 (2015), the humanitarian situation there will continue to deteriorate.”
2018-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8411 (2018) · source