YouSaid · the spoken record

Aman

lines on the record: 57
first: 2014-09-19
most recent: 2016-09-22
sittings or episodes: 6
sources: un-security-council

Every line below is reproduced as it was said and linked to the record it came from. Nothing here is summarised or generated. Directory · Search · Corrections

“In conclusion, I wish to reaffirm Malaysia's unwavering commitment to combating and eradicating the scourge of terrorism as part of our shared collective responsibility, including through joint, coordinated and concerted efforts at all levels. These efforts must be premised on the full respect for international law, including human rights and humanitarian law, as well as respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of States.”
2016-09-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7775 (2016) · source
“The adoption of the ASEAN Transport Strategic Plan 2016-2025, the key regional policy document on aviation security, adopted in December 2015, is an example of increased coordination and cooperation in my region on this issue. I wish to also take this opportunity to reassure all concerned that Malaysia, together with all our partners, remains committed to bringing closure to all outstanding questions on MH-370 and MH-17. We are most grateful for the encouragement and assistance we have received from all our partners and friends to this end. With specific regard to MH-17, I wish to reaffirm Malaysia's commitment to implementing the provisions of resolution 2166 (2014) and count on the support and cooperation of all concerned partners in this regard.”
2016-09-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7775 (2016) · source
“We have taken steps to improve information- and intelligence-sharing through deployment of the Advance Passenger Information System and the Advanced Passenger Screening System to provide early warning and curb possible travel of foreign terrorist fighters, in line with the provisions of resolution 2178 (2014). We have also strengthened our legal and operational framework by revamping the Malaysian National Security Council, which has, among its core functions, the assessment and monitoring of terrorist threats and activities in the country. I am also pleased to share that the South-East Asian region through the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is also giving priority to aviation security.”
2016-09-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7775 (2016) · source
“First, with respect to the civil-aviation authorities' initial instinct or reflex in both cases to investigate and determine whether the air disasters were caused by terrorism or other factors, the immediate provision of expertise and assistance from both States and international organizations, including the ICAO, to determine probable causes, were, in our view, crucial to dispelling the notion that either MH-37O or MH-l7 was brought down by acts of terrorism. Such quick action helped maintain public perception and confidence. Secondly, pursuant to the need for increased preparedness and prevention-capacity, Malaysia introduced new security measures, including the deployment of hi-tech monitoring systems and additional security personnel across all international airports in Malaysia.”
2016-09-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7775 (2016) · source
“These tragedies continue to hang heavy on our hearts as they do on the hearts of the families and loved ones of the victims. These two civil aviation tragedies - while not ostensibly linked to terrorism - do offer some instructive lessons relevant to the aims and objectives of resolution 2309 (2016). In that regard, with a view to sharing Malaysia's experience, I wish to make two key observations.”
2016-09-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7775 (2016) · source
“By enabling such linkages between ICAO and the Security Council, especially in the Council's subsidiary bodies, including the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1373 (2001) and the Counter-Terrorism Executive Directorate, we are hopeful that such cooperation and collaboration would over time result in tangible improvements in global aviation security in all its aspects. At the same time, my delegation believes that resolution 2309 (2016) could also inform discussions within the ICAO General Assembly, scheduled to begin early next week, on possible updates to the Global Aviation Safety Plan. In the span ofjust four months, Malaysia suffered not one but two civil-aviation disasters, namely, the tragedies ofMalaysian Airlines Flight MH-370 and MH- 17.”
2016-09-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7775 (2016) · source
“Taken together, both could bring about even broader negative consequences. With two back-to-back aviation tragedies, Malaysia is acutely aware of the challenges associated with addressing negative public perceptions and loss of public confidence. Against such a background, my delegation concurs that the threats posed to aviation security by terrorism constitute threats to international peace and security. It is therefore right for the Council to be seized of this issue. In this regard, I wish to thank the United Kingdom for leading the Council to adopt resolution 2309 (2016) this morning. Malaysia is pleased to support and co-sponsor the resolution, as it seeks to establish a better and stronger linkage between the Council's ongoing counter-terrorism work with ICAO's norms- and standards-setting work.”
2016-09-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7775 (2016) · source
“Moreover, the aviation industry supports over 57 million jobs and generates $2.2 trillion in economic activity. The global economic benefits and significance to human activity today are enormous. As such, the global aviation industry must be protected with measures designed to provide safety and security for its passengers. Malaysia shares the view that the global aviation network is an attractive target for international terrorism. The sharp increase in attempts to disrupt and threaten civil aviation over the past few years is proof of this View. The cold and calculating logic of terrorists was obvious in the attacks against the Brussels International Airport and Istanbul Ataturk Airport earlier this year. When such attacks are successful, the consequences are devastating in terms of both lives lost and undermined public confidence.”
2016-09-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7775 (2016) · source
“First of all, I wish to congratulate you, Mr. President, as well as the entire delegation of New Zealand, on so ably steering the Security Council's proceedings and work this month. I am pleased to participate in this very important and timely meeting. We hope it will make a meaningful contribution towards improving the state of global aviation security. Accordingly, I thank Secretary General of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Ms. Fang Liu, for her insightful briefing. The global aviation industry depends on a vast network that growing ever-more important everyday. The International Air Transport Association estimates that there are over 5,000 aircraft flying at any given time, carrying over 8 million people, while transporting 140,000 tonnes of cargo daily.”
2016-09-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7775 (2016) · source
“I would also like to emphasize that Malaysia remains committed to Africa over the long haul, with a view to contributing towards the region's aspirations for peace, security, economic development and prosperity. Finally, I wish Japan, Kenya and all participants success at the sixth Tokyo International Conference on African Development, to be held later this month.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“We are pleased to note that this dialogue concept has gained traction within Africa, which now convenes a similar process of its own, known as the Southern Africa International Dialogue. At the multilateral level, the outcome of the recently concluded peacebuilding architecture review paves the way for the United Nations to better address fragmentation issues, as well as to promote better synergy, coordination and complementarity in the work of the relevant United Nations bodies - anchored by the Peacebuilding Commission and the Security Council - agencies and mechanism towards achieving the core objective of promoting and sustaining peace. I wish to conclude by welcoming presidential statement S/PRST/2016/12, which was just adopted.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“To date, 29,000 participants, many hailing from Africa, have participated in courses and programmes offered under the MTCP. Our commitment to continued support and assistance to partners in Africa is also premised on the belief that attaining higher levels of development is dependent upon the quality of the human capital, resources and institutions in place. To that end, Malaysia pioneered the concept of smart partnership dialogues with African countries, beginning with the inaugural Langkawi International Dialogue in 1995, which has been held biannually since then. The dialogues aim to promote partnership through engagement at all levels of society, including political leaders, the civil service, business, labour, the media and populations, including women and youth.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“Despite the inconvenience of distance, Malaysia very much considers Africa as a close neighbour. We remain committed to contributing to Africa's continued peace and security, political stability and economic growth, and we endeavour to support this as best as we can, despite our modest resources. Over the past few decades, Malaysia's engagement with Africa has been increasing steadily, specifically on institution-building and support in areas such as peace and security, trade, investment and holistic development. The primary vehicle for such efforts is through the Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP), established in 1980. In addition to the direct bilateral engagement through the MTCP, Malaysia also extends cooperation through the MTCP- Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Africa programme.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“However, instead of seeing diversity as a potential security threat, the Government took concrete and sustained measures to ensure that all could enjoy a place at the table. Therefore, we succeeded in turning the perceived disadvantage of our diversity and harnessing it into what it should be rightly taken for, which is strength. Another important lesson we learned was that developing countries required support and assistance. For many, the natural choice would be to seek out the bigger and rich countries and donors. However, what perhaps may be overlooked is the role that other developing countries can play in supporting fellow developing countries. In that regard, Malaysia's foreign policy includes a commitment to the principle of "prosper thy neighbour".”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“In aligning with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations statement to be delivered shortly by the Ambassador of Thailand, I wish to make a few additional points to contribute to this discussion. Mr. President, as you have rightly stated, a sustainable peacebuilding agenda must place a strong emphasis on institution-building and national ownership. From our own experience as a developing country, I can say with absolute certainty that faithful adherence to these two key principles have contributed significantly to strengthening national resilience. At one point in the not-too-distant past, many observers were certain that a country with a population as diverse as Malaysia's could not have achieved coherence or unity, much less peace and stability, which consists of socioeconomic development and progress.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“We greatly appreciate the Secretary-General's briefing, which we believe highlighted his perspective on the key issues and areas that require greater focus and attention. As a concurrent member of both the Council and the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC), Malaysia welcomes the participation of Ms. Amina Mohamed in her capacity as the Chair of the PBC, demonstrating Kenya's strong support and commitment to peacebuilding, and I thank her for her statement, which we fully endorse. I wish also to thank his Excellency Ambassador Smail Chergui for presenting the message ofthe African Union Peace and Security Commission, which we heard very carefully and with much interest.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“On behalf of the Malaysian delegation, I thank you, Mr. President, and the delegation of Japan for having convened this timely and important debate. This meeting is an excellent opportunity to take stock of and assess the various plans and measures aimed at supporting the peacebuilding agenda as well as the broader peace and security agenda in Africa thus far, as well as the decisions taken by the Council, the United Nations and the wider international community. The outcome of these discussions should contribute to future efforts in support of the peacebuilding agenda in Africa especially, but also in other regions more generally. As such, we are pleased to note Japan's intention to do so for the sixth Tokyo International Conference on African Development.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“Recently, the Malaysian non-governmental organization, Perdana Global Peace Foundation, initiated a microcredit project aimed at empowering women and single mothers to start their own small businesses. In line with our commitment to South-South cooperation, Malaysia continues to offer technical assistance, including higher education scholarships, to Somali nationals under the Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme. We stand ready to consider providing tailored courses if so requested. In conclusion, I reaffirm Malaysia's commitment to working closely with all Council members, the Federal Government of Somalia, the United Nations, the African Union and the international community towards lasting peace, security and development for Somalia.”
2015-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7551 (2015) · source
“Despite having only modest resources and capabilities, since the early 19905, when we first contributed troops to the United Nations Operation in Somalia 11, Malaysia has supported and assisted Somalia; it continues to do so today. To date, Malaysia has undertaken a number of development initiatives in Somalia, including projects to refurbish and upgrade existing wells as well as to install water pumps in remote areas in order to supply clean water to approximately 20,000 people. We have also disbursed financial and in-kind contributions to schools for disabled children, internally displaced persons, orphanages and the Somali National Eye Centre.”
2015-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7551 (2015) · source
“At the same time, we greatly appreciate the ongoing efforts by United Nations actors on the ground, particularly UNICEF and UNSOM, in promoting awareness and mainstreaming the issue of child protection in the policies and activities of the Somali National Army. We commend the Federal Government's commitment and determination to end and prevent recruitment and use of children by national security forces. The humanitarian situation in Somalia remains fragile, due in part to the volatile security situation and domestic economic challenges that exacerbate the difficulties observed in delivering humanitarian assistance across large parts of the country. The conflict in Yemen has also placed additional stresses on the humanitarian infrastructure in Somalia.”
2015-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7551 (2015) · source
“At this delicate stage of transition, it is important that public trust and confidence in national security institutions and actors be maintained. Malaysia believes that political leaders at the national and local levels, working in close coordination and collaboration with the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM), AMISOM and the Somali national security forces, are best placed to take the lead in this regard. A related area ofworry is the protection of civilians. We remain concerned by reports of allegations of continuing human rights violations and abuses, particularly against women and children. We urge the relevant authorities to investigate such allegations and ensure that perpetrators are held to account.”
2015-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7551 (2015) · source
“While noting the many significant and positive gains made thus far, one key challenge which threatens to derail the progress achieved to date is the prevailing security threat. At the forefront of such threat is, of course, Al-Shabaab. While significant headway has been made in degrading Al-Shabaab's capabilities, it retains a significant ability to inflict death and destruction, as was seen in its recent attack on the Sahafi Hotel earlier this month. We wish to stress that the fight against terrorism cannot be won through the force of arms alone. We therefore continue to advocate a comprehensive strategy of winning hearts and minds, not only of perpetrators but perhaps more critically, of their support bases within the civilian population.”
2015-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7551 (2015) · source
“We are confident that, with the full commitment and determination of all leaders and relevant actors at the national level, coupled with support from international and regional partners, further key political and developmental milestones could be achieved. Looking ahead, Malaysia believes that future United Nations engagement with Somalia should more closely involve the United Nations peacebuilding architecture. With the support of the United Kingdom, we were pleased to have convened an informal interactive dialogue of the Council with Somali Government representatives, the Peacebuilding Council (PBC) and United Nations system actors during Malaysia's presidency in June 2015. We are convinced that there is much scope for enhancing complementarity between the Council and the PBC, including on Somalia.”
2015-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7551 (2015) · source
“In this regard, we are heartened that Somalia's State-formation processes, including the establishment and operationalization of state and regional administrations, could be concluded in 2015, paving the way for the realization of Vision 2016. Accordingly, we would urge all parties to conclude the necessary arrangements for an inclusive, transparent and credible electoral process. We are also pleased to note that notable progress has also been made on women's political participation and leadership at national and local levels. We hope that efforts to redress gender imbalance in political representation are sustained.”
2015-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7551 (2015) · source
“As a current member of the Council, Malaysia has participated actively in ongoing deliberations on how best we could collectively provide the necessary assistance and support needed by Somalia, while being fully mindful of the need to ensure that such efforts remain fully Somali-owned and Somali-led. In addition to resolution 2245 (2015) just adopted, the Security Council has adopted this year alone resolutions 2244 (2015), 2232 (2015) and 2221 (2015), which attests to the comprehensive and high level of Council's attention on Somalia. Such attention is not only appropriate, but also absolutely critical to ensuring Somalia's continued upward trajectory and in maintaining international peace and security, particularly in the region of the Horn of Africa.”
2015-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7551 (2015) · source
“Taking into account Somalia's troubled history, its achievement to date of many significant milestones in building a democratic and politically inclusive State bodes well for the future. We are pleased to note and commend the strong commitment and ongoing support provided by a multitude of international partners and stakeholders towards entrenching democratic norms, good governance, including management of public finances, justice and rule of law, and respect for human rights as well as in addressing the acute humanitarian and development needs of the country.”
2015-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7551 (2015) · source
“We honour their bravery, sacrifice and selfless service as we do the bravery, sacrifice and selfless service of the Somali national security forces. The unflagging commitment to and sacrifices made in providing support and assistance to the Government and the people of Somalia are a shining example of cooperation between the United Nations and the African Union, fully in line with the highest ideals of the United Nations as enshrined in the Charter. Your presence here today, Mr. President, demonstrates the United Kingdom's commitment to Somalia, particularly in its development and transition towards political and economic stability and to lasting peace and security in the country and in the region as a whole.”
2015-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7551 (2015) · source
“Mr. President, through you, I wish to express my delegation's appreciation to His Excellency Mr. Omar Abdirashid Ali Sharmarke, Prime Minister of the Federal Republic of Somalia, for his presence and for his briefing, which we heard with great interest. I also wish to thank Ms. Susanna Malcorra, Chef de Cabinet of the Secretary-General, Special Representative of the Secretary-General Nicholas Kay and Ambassador Tete Antonio, Permanent Observer of the African Union, for their respective briefings, which were informative and helpful. I also take this opportunity to pay tribute to the tireless dedication and efforts of the men and women serving in Somalia under the United Nations banner and in the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM).”
2015-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7551 (2015) · source
“Malaysia looks forward to engaging with Council members on the draft resolution of which the President spoke about earlier. Malaysia remains committed to achieving unity ofpurpose and of action by the Council. In conclusion, I reiterate Malaysia's firm belief that, in order for the Council to continue to play a constructive and positive role in conflicts in the Middle East and North Africa region, it must find the will to overcome differences and speak in one voice.”
2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source
“Malaysia remains convinced that, in the context of the situation in the Middle East, the threat posed by terrorism can be effectively addressed by the international community only if it is prepared to take a self-critical and unbiased look at the root causes of terrorism and act to redress grievances, injustices and gross violations of human rights. We cannot allow the plight of long-suffering Palestinians, living under occupation, to be cynically exploited by terrorist groups and according to their narrative, couched in terms of good versus evil. In our view, a just and durable solution to the situation in Palestine is long-overdue. At this point in time, prolonged occupation also fuels the terrorist narrative and may also contribute to radicalization.”
2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source
“On the social and education front, authorities are engaging closely with religious and community leaders to nip radicalization and extremism in the bud, as well as to disseminate clear and accurate information on the true teachings of the various faiths and religions. In terms of capacity for outreach, awareness- raising and research, we are fortunate to have the Southeast Asia Regional Centre for Counter-Terrorism in Kuala Lumpur. Additionally, as stated by my Prime Minister at yesterday's summit on countering the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant and countering violent extremism, Malaysia is actively exploring the possibility of establishing a regional digital counter- messaging communications centre.”
2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source
“In November last year, the Government presented a white paper in Malaysia's Parliament on the threat posed by Daesh and on possible responses. At the same time, existing legislation has been strengthened, including on countering and preventing the financing of terrorism. New legislation has also been enacted - namely, the prevention of terrorism act of 2015 and the special measures against terrorism in foreign countries cct of 2015 i with a View to addressing the foreign terrorist fighters phenomenon. A key feature of the prevention of terrorsim act that I want to share with the Council concerns its provisions on rehabilitation and de-radicalization. The assumption underlying those provisions is rooted in the belief that the fight against terrorism cannot be won through force or punitive measures alone.”
2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source
“As a further example, a 26-year-old woman, a doctor, was reported to have left her relatively comfortable middle-class life to marry a Daesh fighter in the Middle East whom she had never met and whose language she does not speak. She even detailed her experiences as a Daesh "wife" on social media and encouraged other young women to do the same. In a chilling tweet she said, "A life without terror is like drinking sea water. It keeps you thirsty and causes you to be dehydrated." Against such deeply ingrained extremism, it seems clear to me that the war must be won not through the force of arms, but through a triumph of minds, hearts and wills. At the national level, Malaysia has intensified efforts to prevent terrorist groups and cells from operating in the country, particularly for recruitment and fundraising purposes.”
2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source
“While the phenomenon of foreign terrorist fighters is not new, the current scale of their involvement in the conflicts in the Middle East and North Africa region is unprecedented. Furthermore, the terrorists' narrative and propaganda, particularly by Daesh, is expertly communicated at a global level through social media and messaging platforms. To illustrate the pernicious nature and effects of such messaging, consider that in Malaysia, a multi-ethnic, multireligious and multicultural country that is quite geographically distant from the Middle East and North Africa region, authorities have arrested more than 100 persons since 2012 who are suspected of linkages with Daesh and for being or supporting foreign terrorist fighters.”
2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source
“Terrorist groups exploit the political and security vacuum to increase recruitment, expand territorial control and smuggle in weapons. In those cases, terrorism is not the root cause of conflict but symptomatic of political instability. Secondly, the presence of terrorist groups in those and other affected countries has deepened sectarian divisions, thereby exacerbating political and social instability. The longer such divisions fester - sowing discord and fear among the populations - the longer it takes for the torn social fabric to be mended. Left unchecked, that will further prolong instability and serve the terrorists' agenda. Thirdly, the pre-existing situation of gross human rights violations and the dire humanitarian predicament in the affected countries provides a very compelling narrative for recruitment.”
2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source
“Although the scope is ambitious, we are fully supportive. Malaysia reiterates its fullest condemnation of all acts, methods and practices of terrorism and reaffirms its commitment to combat terrorism in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and international law. We strongly reject associating terrorism with any race, culture or religion. There is no one-size-fits-all framework in analysing or addressing the various conflicts in the Middle East and North Africa region. Nevertheless, we may infer some commonalities to better inform our common efforts in countering terrorism and violent extremism. First, due to current political and security instability, countries such as Iraq, Libya, Syria and Yemen are seen as fertile ground by the terrorists.”
2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source
“I thank the Russian Federation for convening this meeting. Malaysia welcomes this initiative, through which we hope the Security Council can hold constructive and fruitful discussions on the contemporary conflicts in the Middle East and North Africa region. Revisiting underlying causes connected to the seemingly intractable conflicts in the Middle East and North Africa region at this juncture is a timely initiative. The region and affected countries and societies are perhaps worse off today than when those conflicts began. Your call, Mr. President, for a comprehensive analysis of the causes of conflicts, for sharing and exchanging views on possible solutions and for a reaffirmation of our common commitment to counter terrorist threats in and beyond the Middle East and North Africa region is, I believe, a useful exercise for the Council.”
2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source
“We hold the view that certain aspects of the Council's work - including its transparency and accessibility, especially for non-members and stakeholders - could be improved. I would like to conclude by reaffirming Malaysia's commitment to continuing to uphold the purposes and principles enshrined in the Charter and to working closely and constructively with Council members, partners and stakeholders to that end.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“In focusing on the seemingly disparate issues of globalization and terrorism and how they could intersect and, unfortunately, have intersected, I have sought to highlight the fact that while the nature of the threats to international peace and security, and our understanding of them, has clearly evolved over time, the purposes and principles enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations remain relevant and applicable. As we commemorate the seventieth anniversary of the founding of the United Nations, Malaysia emphasizes the need for the Council to meet the increasingly complex and multidimensional threats to international peace and security. In Malaysia's view, the Council's continuing ability to be flexible and adaptable is key to ensuring its effective and efficient discharge of its Charter-mandated roles and responsibilities.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“Malaysia is also encouraged to note the pioneering steps taken by the African Union and the members of the Lake Chad Basin Commission - Cameroon, Chad, the Niger and Nigeria - with Benin to operationalize a multinational joint task force to counter the threat posed by Boko Haram. The actions of those countries merit the international community's full support and stand out as an affirmation of Charter principles, including those laid out in Chapter VIII.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“Such ambitions are against the purposes and principles laid down in the Charter of the United Nations. Beyond the terrorists' brutal and inhumane actions, their attempts to establish so-called States run counter to Charter principles, including those of friendly relations among States, refraining from the use of force, and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, among others. In view of such a direct challenge to core United Nations principles, all States must renew their commitment to acting in a coordinated and concerted manner to counter it. The threat of terrorism is not one that any of us can hope to overcome on our own. In that connection, we note the success ofthe recent Summit on Countering Violent Extremism hosted by the United States.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“In Malaysia's view, the rise of non-State actors - terrorists in particular - who seek to harness the very features that characterize our interconnected, interrelated and globalized world and use them to sow terror, hatred and chaos is one of the defining and urgent challenges that the international community must address today. Events and developments across the globe in recent years have illustrated the virulence of terrorists and terrorism and how quickly they can become malignant. Whereas in the past terrorism was employed in pursuit of political or ideological goals, the new breed of terrorist is no longer content with such aims. They now seek to control territory and populations, perhaps with a view to attaining equal status with other States.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“In that context, it is worth noting that later this year the United Nations is expected to discuss and decide on, among other things, a package of sustainable development goals aimed at further improving the well-being of our peoples. While globalization has undeniably brought about positive developments and advances in many different areas, there are those who would pervert, manipulate and misuse advances such as those in the fields of science, medicine and communications and information technology in the service of a darker, more destructive agenda.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“Fast-forward to the present day, and we see that the continuing military and economic preponderance of certain States over others continues to dominate and shape international discourse and policymaking at the macro level - although we should note that that preponderance appears to have been both bolstered and, to a certain extent, constrained by the advent of globalization. Globalization, particularly seen in terms of the widespread reach and use of communications and information technology and transportation, has undoubtedly had a multiplier effect in terms of States' abilities to reach out and benefit not only their own people but also others elsewhere. In Malaysia's view, these positive gains must be preserved and further built on by all States.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“We recall the frustration and despair felt at the seeming powerlessness of the Council and the United Nations to act in the face of atrocities perpetrated by the likes of the Khmer Rouge and former regimes in Latin America, as well as the crimes against humanity witnessed in Bosnia and Rwanda, among others - not to mention the still desperate situation in Palestine, which has remained unresolved for almost as long as the Council and the United Nations have been in existence. The exuberance and, some say, the triumphal optimism demonstrated when the Soviet bloc collapsed in the early 1990s nurtured nascent hopes that a new, multipolar system would succeed the previous bipolar order.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“Such reflection, in our view, is both necessary and urgent, given the increasingly complex and multidimensional nature of the new and emerging threats and challenges to international peace and security that we face as a global community and must address together. Almost 70 years after the Council was established, it seems clear that the threats and challenges it faces in 2015 are different from those it faced earlier and perhaps equally complex, if not more so. From a historical perspective, Malaysia holds the view that the Council has a mixed record in terms of discharging its Charter-mandated roles and responsibilities. During the Cold War period, the Council appeared paralysed by numerous conflicts that were fought around the world, many of which were ideologically motivated proxy wars.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“The concept note (S/2015/87, annex) circulated ahead of our discussion today outlined five broad thematic areas. In my view, a full discussion of the themes and issues related to them would certainly not be possible today, given the time constraints. That being the case, I intend to focus on just a few key issues, with a view to contributing to the wider discussions. First, Malaysia welcomes today's debate and believes it affords a timely opportunity for the Council to take stock of its achievements so far and to reflect on the challenges it faces in its continuing mission of maintaining international peace and security.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“At the outset, Mr. President, I would like to congratulate you and the Chinese delegation on China's assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of February. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General, His Excellency Mr. Ban Ki-moon, for his briefing. Malaysia is pleased to note that under China's presidency thus far, the Council has taken some important decisions and had productive discussions on a number of issues and situations around the world. I understand that discussions on a number of very challenging situations are ongoing, and I wish the Council success in its deliberations. I also take this opportunity, Mr. President, to wish you a belated happy Chinese New Year, and I hope the Year of the Golden Sheep brings much success, happiness and prosperity to one and all.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“We need to cooperate fully to establish accountability for the perpetrators of this crime. I strongly reiterate the importance of transparency, impartiality and thoroughness in the conduct of the investigation to ensure that the truth prevails.”
2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7269 (2014) · source
“Malaysia wishes to inform the Council that it has secured renewed commitment and assurances from the Governments of Ukraine and Russia to assist in facilitating safe passage to the wreckage area. We hope that such assurances will be translated into concrete action as soon as possible. Time is of the essence. The approaching winter could severely hamper recovery and investigation efforts. Malaysia will not rest until justice is done. It would be totally unacceptable for the families and loved ones of the victims to experience the unimaginable pain of losing their loved ones, only to learn that the perpetrators might not be held to account due to our inaction. The international community owes it to the victims' families and loved ones to ensure that those responsible for this heinous crime be swiftly brought to justice.”
2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7269 (2014) · source