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lines on the record: 77
first: 2015-01-19
most recent: 2016-03-28
sittings or episodes: 11
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“Let me conclude by reiterating Indonesia's support and steadfast commitment to the women and peace and security agenda through the United Nations, as well as through cross-regional cooperation and collaboration. We will continue to be engaged in existing deliberations and processes aimed at enhancing the international framework to strengthen the protection of women in conflict and the role of women in peace and security, as well as to participate in every United Nations-mandated peacekeeping operation involving women peacekeepers. The meeting rose at 3.40pm.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“These mechanisms include the African Union five-year Gender, Peace and Security Program 2015-2020 and the evolving African Peace and Security Architecture. Indonesia stands ready to engage and collaborate with Africa within the context of peace and security. Indonesia's commitment and readiness is well founded in the leaders' declaration issued at the sixth Asia- Africa Commemorative Summit, held in Bandung in 2015, which among other things reiterates the principle and benefits of multilateralism in strengthening peace and prosperity in Asia and Africa, as well as in further contributing to the maintenance of international peace and security through United Nations peacekeeping operations.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“It is in this understanding that Indonesia stands committed to increasing the number of its women peacekeepers under United Nations mandates aimed at providing protection for women and girls, two of the most vulnerable victims of conflict in the continent. Henceforth, Indonesia will also register its full support for Council requests to increase women peacekeepers in Africa and beyond. A strong United Nations mandate aimed at promoting the women and peace and security agenda is made even more robust when supported by local and regional organizations that are very well-suited to and familiar with geographic and cultural characteristics. We commend the African Union for having developed the mechanisms, policies and structures necessary to create an enabling environment for women to play a key role in peace and security.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Implementation requires significant work on the part of the broader United Nations system and Member States, with civil society organizations at all levels. My delegation considers that not only do gender perspectives need to be mainstreamed in deliberating peace and security matters before the Council, but that a similar method and approach are also needed when Member countries address the root causes of conflict in other United Nations organs, such as the Economic and Social Council and the Human Rights Council. In the context of peacekeeping operations, my delegation firmly believes that women peacekeepers are far better equipped to protect women and girls before, during and after conflicts and war.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Other steps that may be taken are the strengthening of women's leadership capacities and skills to engage in peace and security process and negotiations, as well as the promotion of gender mainstreaming in security sector institutions and policies, all with the aim of establishing the meaningful participation ofwomen in peace, security and mediation in Africa. At the United Nations, an important next step that can support the momentum reached thus far is to continue promoting an integrated approach to the women and peace and security agenda across all areas of work of the United Nations system. Avenues to strengthen interaction and information flows across the entire system should be pursued to eliminate the fragmentation and silo approach that can hamper effective responses.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“My delegation sees the need to prioritize and institutionalize women's leadership in peace and security in the continent. This could be done through the enhancement and promotion of women's leadership in peace, security and sustainable development. The strengthening of a platform for women across all levels of African societies to exchange, share and harmonize strategies for women's leadership and to build coalitions in the promotion of peace and security is therefore essential in the efforts to address women, peace and security.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“I thank the Under- Secretary General and Executive Director of UN- Women and the other briefers for for their constructive insights on the implementation of the women and peace and security agenda in Africa. Resolution 1325 (2000) has called for women's participation in conflict management, conflict resolution and sustainable peace. My delegation underlines the 2015 global study of the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000), which emphasizes that the meaningful participation of women is crucial to the effectiveness of all peace and security interventions. My delegation is of the view that enhancing the participation and meaningful involvement of women in conflict prevention, conflict resolution and post- conflict peacebuilding in Africa is an imperative that the United Nations needs to continue to support.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Finally, in the context of international peace and security, the threat posed by nuclear and other weapons of mass destruction must also be addressed effectively. For as long as these fatal weapons exist as part of the defence doctrines of some, the danger and threat to humanity will remain. Thus, it is vital for the United Nations to reach a multilaterally agreed decision aimed at redoubling efforts to accelerate the work of the multilateral disarmament machinery, in particular to achieve complete nuclear disarmament. Building on our collective commitment to the purposes and principles of the Charter, we can and must together build a world that is peaceful, stable and prosperous for everyone. Indonesia, on its part, is determined to continue playing its role actively to help realize such a world.”
2016-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7621 (2016) · source
“Fourthly, in the framework of efforts to strengthen peace and security, greater attention and more resources must be invested in conflict prevention. Hence conflict prevention, which also entails pinpointing early warning, should be a priority. In this process, the Security Council must leverage the strength of other relevant organs. While we support the Council's resolve to address imminent and ongoing conflicts, a greater mandate should be given to the Economic and Social Council to address issues pertaining to the root causes of conflicts. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (General Assembly resolution 70/1) provides a pertinent framework in this regard. Furthermore, the Council should contribute to the strengthening and the effective use of all available means for the peaceful settlement of disputes.”
2016-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7621 (2016) · source
“There should be a mechanism to deal with problems stemming from lack of unity among Security Council members, especially among the permanent five, which until now has prevented the Council from taking any action. Thirdly, an arrangement should be developed to ensure that the Security Council works in a harmonious and productive manner with the General Assembly and other main organs while respecting the various strengths and mandates of each one. Sustainable peace and security can only be created and nurtured through an integrated approach to the three United Nations pillars, namely, peace and security, development, and respect for human rights and the rule of law. Respect for the rule of law at the national and international levels is essential to the maintenance of international peace and security.”
2016-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7621 (2016) · source
“Observing democratic principles and taking into account the value of inclusiveness and transparence are highly relevant to improving the legitimacy and effectiveness of the Council's work. There should be a new responsibility- sharing arrangement among States, in particular by giving emerging powers a greater role commensurate with their respective capacities and competencies in contributing to regional and global peace and security. In this regard, Indonesia remains supportive of the intergovernmental negotiations process and believes that incremental progress should be pursued to reform the Security Council. Secondly, the Security Council must be bold and innovative in addressing persistent situations of concern, in particular protracted conflicts.”
2016-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7621 (2016) · source
“Yet Indonesia also agrees that the Organization must undertake new or strengthened multilateral approaches to implement these principles and purposes, should it wish to remain relevant and competent in addressing the multifaceted challenges that exist today and will likely exist in the future. We therefore support approaches that would reinforce the ability of the United Nations to deal effectively with challenges in the fields ofinternational peace, security and development. In this regard, my delegation would like to highlight the following. First, the imperative to modernize the Organization, in particular the Security Council, to reflect today's reality and plurality is obvious. Reforming the Council's structure and the way it fulfils its mandates and responsibilities is key in this regard.”
2016-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7621 (2016) · source
“My delegation extends its appreciation to the Venezuelan presidency for convening this Security Council open debate on an issue of high importance in the ongoing evolution of the role and function of the United Nations in accordance with the principles and purposes contained in its Charter. Indonesia remains convinced that just as this issue was highly pertinent in the past, so it is in the present and so it will be in the future, in the context of achieving international peace, security and prosperity. Furthermore, Indonesia reaffirms the validity of the principles and purposes of the Charter, which should remain key elements for maintaining international peace and security.”
2016-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7621 (2016) · source
“We welcome the convening of meetings in Vienna last month and the plan to hold peace talks in Geneva this week. We hope that all parties can set aside their differences and take advantage of this rare opportunity to find a political solution.”
2016-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7610 (2016) · source
“The consequences of the conflict in Syria are extremely horrendous, with ramifications that go beyond the national boundaries of Syria and the region of Middle East. Again, I would like to emphasize Indonesia's call to end Violence and to allow the immediate and unhindered delivery of humanitarian assistance to all victims. Indonesia is also mindful that Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), or Daesh, continues to take advantage of the conflict in Syria. In that regard, we are ofthe view that combatting ISIL should serve as a unifying drive for all parties in the pursuit of peace in Syria. Indonesia remains convinced that the conflict in Syria can only be settled through an inclusive political process involving all Syrians.”
2016-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7610 (2016) · source
“Pending the attainment of a final solution, Israel must comply with its international obligations as the occupying Power. The most important among them are the protection of the Palestinian people and stopping the Violence and violations of human rights and fundamental freedoms that are being perpetrated against them. In December 2015, my Government hosted the International Conference on the Question of Jerusalem. At the Conference, participants reaffirmed, among other things, their opposition to Israel's illegal actions and the imperative to strengthen people-to-people relations among Palestinians and Israelis. That is because the spirit of coexistence is a critical foundation in any meaningful peace process. Let me now turn to the catastrophe in Syria, which has lasted for almost five years.”
2016-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7610 (2016) · source
“In our view, the occupation is nothing but a betrayal of the principles of justice and the self-determination of people, which are the very principles on which this Organization was founded and which it was intended to defend. Moreover, the longer the occupation is in place, the more violence the world is likely to see. Let me reiterate, therefore, Indonesia's unwavering position on the question of Palestine. The Israeli occupation must end without further delay. The Security Council must uphold its Charter responsibility and work in earnest and with stronger determination to achieve a just, lasting, and comprehensive settlement based on the various relevant United Nations resolutions. It is high time to give peace a chance and to stop actions that will furtherjeopardize the efforts to restart the peace process.”
2016-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7610 (2016) · source
“Intimidations, violations of human rights and fundamental freedoms and violence perpetrated against them by the Israeli forces and settlers occurred on almost a daily basis. The spiralling violence has only deepened the enmity between the Palestinian and Israeli communities. Provocative actions continue to occur and further complicate the prospect for restarting the peace process. Furthermore, violence in the occupied Palestinian territory has had inevitable repercussions on the stability of the Middle East. The dangerous situation on the ground is also being exploited by extremists to justify their cause. Despite those alarming developments, the Security Council has not been able to respond decisively. Indonesia is consistent in its strong condemnation of the Israeli occupation of Palestine.”
2016-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7610 (2016) · source
“Let me begin by joining previous speakers in welcoming His Excellency Mr. Rodolfo Nin Novoa, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Uruguay, and thanking the presidency of Uruguay for convening this open debate. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General for his comprehensive briefing. Indonesia associates itself with the statements to be delivered by the representatives of Iran and Kuwait on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement and the Organization for Islamic Cooperation, respectively. I will focus my statement on the question of Palestine and the conflict in Syria, with emphasis on developments in 2015 in those areas and the actions that must be taken to achieve workable solutions. The year 2015 was another depressing one for the Palestinian people in the occupied Palestinian territory.”
2016-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7610 (2016) · source
“These aspects are also essential to their success in meeting their tasks. United Nations peacekeeping operations should be carried out in the broader context of conflict resolution and conflict prevention. Credible political solutions to conflict are the best and most lasting framework for civilian protection. This perspective includes addressing the root causes of conflict. It is therefore important to give proper attention to the building of national capacities in the fields of human rights, rule of law and justice as a part of a country's inclusive development and conflict-prevention frameworks. Finally, my delegation shares the view that the forthcoming World Humanitarian Summit will provide an excellent opportunity to address this issue in a more in-depth and comprehensive manner.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“The Council should provide active and consistent political and operational support in this regard. Regarding the protection of civilians in the framework of United Nations peacekeeping operations, my delegation believes that a common doctrine on protection of civilians and practical guidelines are important to the implementation of civilian protection mandates. Missions should have clear, credible and achievable mandates with an explicitly identified protocol on the use of force. My delegation also agrees with one of the recommendations of the High-level Panel on Peace Operations that missions also need to identify their limits. Along with closing the gap between what is asked of and what is provided to peacekeepers, my delegation underlines the impartiality of the Blue Helmets and the importance of seeing to their safety and security.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“Indeed, protection of civilian issues in situations of concern, including the state of respect for international humanitarian law across current conflicts, require the international community's sustained attention and action. In light of the broader context of the protection of civilians in armed conflict, my delegation wishes to stress that it is vital to ensure humanitarian access and the protection of humanitarian personnel in conflict zones. My delegation believes that the Council should play a more effective role in ensuring that all parties to armed conflict, including non-State actors, do their utmost to respect international humanitarian law, ensuring humanitarian access and guaranteeing the security and safety of persons and facilities protected under international humanitarian law.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“These mechanisms could be instrumental in informing the international community of the level of observance of international humanitarian law by any party to armed conflict, State and non-State actors alike, as the basis for improving strategies and policies in this regard, including by ensuring accountability of those responsible. This would also serve as a means of informing military strategy to reduce civilian casualties in armed conflicts. In the same vein, my delegation also supports the intention of the Secretary-General to submit a report on the protection of civilians in armed conflict on an annual basis rather than every 18 months, as is the current practice.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“My delegation hopes that today's debate will send a strong and clear message to all parties to conflicts on the imperative of respecting international humanitarian law without preconditions. My delegation is of the views that the assessments and recommendations contained in the latest Secretary-General's report on this topic (S/2015/453), issued in June 2015, remain relevant. In particular, my delegation supports the idea of strengthening the monitoring, tracking and recording of civilian casualties. My delegation believes that a common system should be developed within the United Nations to systematically record civilian casualties in the framework of monitoring and reporting on violations of international humanitarian law, in cooperation with Member States and relevant civil society organizations.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“My delegation wishes to thank you, Sir, for convening this open debate on a highly important subject, and we congratulate you on Uruguay's accession to the Council presidency for the month of January. My delegation also wishes to express its appreciation to the Deputy Secretary-General and the representatives of the International Committee of the Red Cross and Oxfam for their respective briefings. This debate is timely in light of the fact that civilians now constitute the vast majority of victims in today's armed conflicts and of the continued trend of violations of international humanitarian law at an alarming level in current conflict zones. In that regard, my delegation very much welcomes the fact that the Council is continuing its efforts to ensure that this critical issue remains at the very top of its agenda.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“The Government of Indonesia eventually aims to contribute 4,000 Indonesian peacekeepers, including females, and has established a peacekeeping training centre to serve as a national and regional hub for integrated peacekeeping training and a centre of excellence. Gender perspectives have already been embedded in their training curriculums and syllabuses. Indonesia will continue to support the Council's deliberations on this agenda item and remains resolved to work with the Council, the United Nations, Member States and all actors in order to empower women and girls as agents for change and peace.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“Fifthly, it should continue to encourage synergy with various relevant initiatives, including any developed outside the United Nations framework, and to galvanize support from diverse actors, including those working in the field, in order to promote gender equality and strengthen the protection of women and girls in armed conflict. As a major peacekeeping contributor, Indonesia remains a strong supporter of the Security Council resolutions that protect and empower women and girls in situations of armed conflict. Indonesian military and police units are currently deployed in nine United Nations operations, totalling more than 1,600 personnel.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“All actors and stakeholders, especially at the community level, should be able to translate international frameworks on protecting women and girls in conflict- and post-conflict-related situations into action on the ground. Thirdly, it should empower women and girls to be agents for change and peace rather than merely focusing on their vulnerability as victims. Fourthly, it should put monitoring and evaluation mechanisms in place in the United Nations system designed to provide an integrated perspective on implementing resolution 1325 (2000), with the aim of supporting implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women and the Beijing Declaration and Platform of Action.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“Ultimately, the best measure of progress is when policy gains are more meaningfully and tangibly translated into action on the ground. Moving forward, and building on the momentum created by the high-level review of the past 15 years, I would like to suggest that the Council focus on five areas. First, it should ensure that women have the access and the capacity they need to participate meaningfully in conflict prevention, peacemaking, peacebuilding and decision-making processes in public life generally. Secondly, it should support advocacy campaigns aimed at reaching out and empowering society to protect women and girls and address their specific needs.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“Since the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000), 15 years ago, many thematic discussions and resolutions on gender have evolved from it, such as those on small arms, counter-terrorism, peacekeeping and the protection of civilians. It is particularly noteworthy that peacekeeping missions have integrated gender perspectives into their training, operations and reporting. Nevertheless, the fact remains that women and girls in armed conflict and post-conflict situations are still unduly affected and underrepresented, even with the addition of all the resolutions on women and peace and security adopted subsequently and aimed at strengthening action on resolution 1325 (2000), as well as the creation of relevant mechanisms within the United Nations.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“1 would first like to thank Spain for convening this important open debate. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General for his report (S/2015/716) and to express my gratitude to all the briefers for their constructive insights into the progress made over the past 15 years and the challenges that remain in implementing the agenda on women and peace and security. I would like to associate my remarks with the statement to be delivered tomorrow by the representative of Viet Nam on behalf of the member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. It is a long-established fact that gender issues cut across many sectors and that focusing on them can help us to attain our peace, development and human rights objectives.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“Our shared global challenges will be best tackled when we all act responsibly and in conformity with the Charter of the United Nations and international law, and when we enable and support regional and subregional organizations in their efforts to fully perform their roles. While the various regional and subregional actors are certainly at different levels of development, each possesses particular strengths and has great potential to contribute to the work of the Council. We are positive that, through discussions such as today's and by ensuring that tangible follow-up steps are taken, the strengths of the various regional actors can be harnessed more effectively for the common good. Indonesia, for its part, is fully committed to continuing to contribute to that end.”
2015-08-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7505Resumption1 (2015) · source
“Furthermore, Indonesia is one of the countries that has been actively supporting and developing a framework of cross-regional consultations and cooperation linking and coordinating various regional and subregional organizations, such as the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, the Asia-Europe Meeting and the Forum for East Asia-Latin America Cooperation, so that they can confront common global challenges. In April we initiated and hosted the 2015 summit of the Asian-African Conference, aimed at strengthening partnerships among Asian and African nations, while also emphasizing synergies among various regional and subregional organizations on the two continents.”
2015-08-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7505Resumption1 (2015) · source
“To that end, in 2011, under Indonesia's chairpersonship, ASEAN adopted the Bali Declaration on ASEAN Community in a Global Community of Nations, which serves as a common ASEAN platform for addressing key global issues of shared interest in multilateral forums, including the United Nations. Outside South-East Asia, we have also worked hard to promote a new regional architecture in the Asia-Pacific region, one capable of yielding greater and more durable peace and in which the relations among the major Powers can remain peaceful and cooperative. We hope that it will help emerging Powers to find their proper place without triggering mistrust.”
2015-08-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7505Resumption1 (2015) · source
“Within South-East Asia, it has been our policy to maintain peace and stability together with other ASEAN member States by strengthening our capacities and upholding shared norms aimed at consolidating peace and at actively preventing and resolving conflicts. The dividends have been many. Today South-East Asia is one of the most dynamic regions in the world. Peace and stability in South-East Asia have been critical not only for global trade but also for larger global peace and security. It is important for Indonesia that ASEAN continues to become a net contributor to peace, development and prosperity.”
2015-08-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7505Resumption1 (2015) · source
“Such an approach is undoubtedly a challenge for the United Nations, which needs to sharpen its response in dynamic situations and must actualize it in such a way that regional and subregional views are appropriately reflected and the intergovernmental system can fully own those United Nations responses. Regional organizations are uniquely positioned to advise and contribute to peacemaking and peacebuilding, because they often share bonds of history and fraternity that give them insights into how to resolve local conflicts. In that regard, Indonesia emphasizes the significance of enhanced consultation, trust, cooperation and collaboration for optimizing the comparative advantages of the United Nations and regional actors.”
2015-08-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7505Resumption1 (2015) · source
“The presidential statement adopted on that occasion (S/PRST/2007/42) stressed, among other things, developing an effective partnership between the Council and regional and subregional organizations, so as to enable an early response to disputes and emerging crises. The more complex, multidimensional and interlinked threats posed by contemporary challenges to global security, as also rightly mentioned in the concept note (S/2015/599, annex), demand a creative approach from regional and subregional actors, an approach that puts greater primacy on cooperation and synergy and that can incorporate the holistic nature of threats while dealing with the unique factors present in each situation.”
2015-08-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7505Resumption1 (2015) · source
“As a consistent and robust supporter of regional organizations, Indonesia is pleased that today's theme has been discussed on a regular basis by the Council. My delegation has always underlined the value of the capacities of regional and subregional entities to foster peace and security through strong and regionally owned frameworks for conflict prevention, peacemaking, peacekeeping and peacebuilding. Indonesia, during its presidency of the Council in November 2007, organized a debate with a similar topic to focus on existing and potential capacities of regional organizations and to identify and develop modalities by which to enhance cooperation between these organizations and the United Nations, including the Security Council.”
2015-08-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7505Resumption1 (2015) · source
“Indonesia congratulates Nigeria on its presidency for the month of August and expresses its appreciation to you, Madam President, for having convened this open debate. We also thank the Secretary-General for his briefing. Indonesia aligns itself with the statements made earlier by the representatives of the Islamic Republic of Iran and Viet Nam on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, respectively. There is no denying that the role of regional and subregional organizations in the maintenance of international peace and security currently reflects significant progress. Their growing contribution and particularly their cooperation with the United Nations, in accordance with Chapter VIII of the Charter, is commendable.”
2015-08-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7505Resumption1 (2015) · source
“We also believe that the Council should align its works in this regard with the United Nations development framework, which places emphasis on inclusive development for countries emerging from conflict.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“In this context, I wish to reiterate that prolonged and unresolved conflicts are capable of creating situations that are conducive to the spread of extreme and radical Views. History shows that terrorists groups have exploited such situations to recruit and groom new converts, as we have seen in current events in the Middle East and Africa. That fact only underlines the urgent need for the Council to resolve conflicts throughout the world, and help bring peace and prosperity. The Council should be part of the systematic response of the whole United Nations system that we are now developing, to strengthen our common efforts to prevent and address youth involvement in violent extremism.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“In this context, Indonesia believes that we should strengthen the existing frameworks within the United Nations to mobilize international cooperation in combating the spread of extremism among youth. Such frameworks include the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations, which works to intensify the activities under its youth pillar. It is encouraging to note that at the most recent Global Forum of the Alliance, which Indonesia hosted last year, young people insisted on the importance of including cross-cultural understanding and peacebuilding in education. To conclude, allow me to underline that countering extremism among youth must also address its pull factors, that is, those conditions by which terrorist groups continue to justify their activities.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“As an example of this programme, my Government has enlisted the support of various Islamic organizations, youth institutions and academicians to educate young people on the danger of the ideology of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant, and its appeal to become a foreign terrorist fighter. Third is the need to strengthen the network of dialogue to spread the culture of peace and tolerance at all levels, regional and global. This is vital because, in the era of globalization, young people are extremely well- connected. We must also bear in mind that extremism is increasingly being felt worldwide. No country is immune to its dangers, and the responsibility to combat it rests on the shoulders of all, both individually and collectively.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“To help in building and strengthening community resiliency, my Government aligns itself with the moderates, including religious groups and leaders, youth organizations and the mass media. Together, we have been persistent in our message of peace and mutual respect. This method, we believe, strengthens communal ownership and responsibility. Extremism and terrorism are a global threat, but the fight against them must take advantage of local characteristics and potential. Second is the need to foster dialogue, which contributes not only to reducing suspicion and intolerance, but also to enhancing understanding. Engagement with youth through dialogue and education provides an appropriate platform to directly counter the narrative of extremism and to instil in youth the importance of diversity and respect.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“On that account, Indonesia's efforts in countering extremism have consistently followed two different but mutually reinforcing approaches: a hard approach and a soft approach. The hard approach entails law enforcement measures, while the soft approach seeks to influence the hearts and minds of people. From our own experience in countering extremism, there are at least three lessons that my delegation wishes to share with the Council. The first is the need to prioritize the building of a resilient community, which is a community that is outward-looking and receptive to new ideas, and seeks the good of all. A resilient community is our first line of defence against the spread of the ideas of hatred and intolerance.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“We share the view that such situations can provoke disillusionment among young people and raise the possibility of their being lured into embracing extreme Views. It is therefore quite obvious that, in the projection of our long-term programme to counter extremism, we must find ways to empower young people as a critical component of our preventive measures in the fight against terrorism. It must be noted, however, that extremism is a complex phenomenon, involving not only physical acts but also ideas. Addressing the social and economic conditions of youth must therefore be followed by a comprehensive programme to fight the philosophies of hatred and intolerance that lead people, including youth, to extremism.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“Let me begin by expressing the appreciation of my delegation to Jordan for convening this open debate. We also recognize the presence of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II, who was here to preside over the debate this morning. My delegation fully agrees that there is a need to address with urgency the rise of radicalization and violent extremism among youth. Young people make up a large share of the world population. In various ways, they shape our political, social, cultural and economic development. It has been said quite correctly that young people are our future. Today's young people, however, are confronted by many obstacles to realizing their aspirations. These include discrimination, marginalization, unemployment and lack of access to education, which severely limit their potential.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“Indonesia calls on the Council to act urgently to address that tragedy and at the same time to work expeditiously and without further delay towards reaching a political solution to the conflict in Syria.”
2015-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7430 (2015) · source
“We also call on the United Nations, as a member of the Quartet, to stand with the children of Palestine and to restart the peace process to ensure that they and the children of Israel enjoy the peace and stability that has been denied to their predecessors. Before concluding my statement, I cannot fail to bring to the Council's attention the fate of the Palestine refugee camp in Yarmouk, Syria. The camp's takeover earlier this month by a terrorist group has worsened the lives of the refugees remaining there. This development, along with the suffering inflicted on the refugees in the more than two-year siege of the camp, adds to the list of injustices being borne by Palestinian refugees.”
2015-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7430 (2015) · source
“It is time that the Council honoured the Charter of the United Nations and its mandate under it by refusing to be, in effect, a tool for the perpetuation of decades of injustice and impasse in the Middle East. A comprehensive, just and lasting settlement can be achieved peacefully and on the basis of international law and the relevant United Nations resolutions, the road map of the Quartet and the Arab Peace Initiative. We reiterate our position that the Council cannot afford to play the part of just another actor, or worse still, the role of a spectator, in the search for a comprehensive solution to the question of Palestine.”
2015-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7430 (2015) · source