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Audun Halvorsen

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2021-04-19
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2021-06-29
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  1. “Today’s meeting is also a clear signal to all States that we are expected to live up to the framework for responsible State behaviour in cyberspace that we have agreed to: That we must comply with our obligations under international law and adhere to the norms to which we have agreed.”

    2021-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/621 (2021) · source

  2. “International disputes must be settled by peaceful means, in cyberspace as in all other domains. President, All Member States have supported a framework for responsible State behaviour in cyberspace. A framework based on: the applicability of international law, adherence to agreed voluntary norms, practical confidence-building measures and capacity-building efforts to bolster the resilience and security of all. This is a major achievement; but its value can only be realized through implementation and compliance by all States. Today’s meeting is a recognition that malicious activities in cyberspace can severely impact international peace and security.”

    2021-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/621 (2021) · source

  3. “International humanitarian law aims to minimize the human suffering caused by armed conflict. It regulates and limits cyberoperations during armed conflicts, just as it regulates and limits any other means and methods of warfare. Consequently, attacks against civilians or civilian objects are prohibited, and medical services must be protected and respected. Attacking critical infrastructure, such as power supply, food production, drinking water installations, or other objects indispensable to the survival of the population are therefore prohibited. Recognizing the applicability of international humanitarian law in cyberspace does not legitimize cyberwarfare. Any use of force by States remains governed by the Charter of the United Nations and the relevant rules of customary international law.”

    2021-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/621 (2021) · source

  4. “The affirmation of the applicability of international law to cyberspace is the cornerstone of both the Group of Governmental Experts and the Open-ended Working Group consensus reports. international law is the basis for States’ shared commitment to preventing conflict and maintaining international peace and security. It is key in enhancing confidence among States. Both reports reaffirm that international law, and in particular the Charter of the United Nations, is applicable and essential to maintaining peace and stability, and promoting an open, secure, stable, accessible, and peaceful ICT environment. We consider it a major step forward that the Group of Governmental Experts report has recognized that international humanitarian law applies in all armed conflict, also in a cybercontext.”

    2021-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/621 (2021) · source

  5. “We find ourselves in the midst of a global pandemic, where even critical health infrastructure has been among the targets of such malicious activity – putting at risk the safety of citizens and our global efforts to manage the COVID crisis. Yet, there is also cause for optimism. This last year has demonstrated the readiness of the international community to rise to the occasion and work together to advance responsible State behaviour in cyberspace. The consensus reports of the Open-ended working Group and of the Governmental Group of Experts (Group of Governmental Experts) demonstrate the commitment of all Member States to uphold the international rules-based order in cyberspace. This is a victory for multilateralism.”

    2021-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/621 (2021) · source

  6. “A globally accessible, free, open, and secure cyberspace is essential to maintain international peace and security. We welcome that Estonia has brought this topic to the attention of the Security Council – the primary United Nations body responsible for the maintenance of international peace and security, in accordance with the United Nations charter. Information and communication technologies (ICT) are a fundamental part of global infrastructure. They are at the core of the development, stability, and security of all States. Yet cyberspace is also increasingly becoming an arena for competition, and potential conflict between States. We have witnessed over the last decade how malicious cyberoperations, by both States and non-State actors, have increased in scope, scale, severity, and sophistication.”

    2021-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/621 (2021) · source

  7. “We see the UNAMA mandate renewal in September as a milestone in this regard and look forward to engaging with you on the path towards renewal in the coming weeks.”

    2021-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/601 (2021) · source

  8. “We urge the United Nations and UNAMA leadership to exercise their influence in ensuring that Afghan women are not on the sidelines in any peace process, but have particular dedicated seats at the negotiation table. Afghanistan is entering uncertain and challenging times. This calls for renewed support from the international community. Norway and Afghanistan have a long record of partnership. This will continue even as the international military oper ation ends. Our substantial humanitarian and development assistance will be maintained, as will our commitment to the Afghan peace process. Our engagement is also visible in the Council and its role in supporting the ongoing peace efforts.”

    2021-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/601 (2021) · source

  9. “The violence across the country underlines the need for rapid progress in the peace process. Norway remains committed to supporting this process in any way the parties desire. Again, we wish to underscore the importance of creating an inclusive peace process, where various groups of society have a voice and proper representation. The full participation of women in all phases and aspects of peace and security processes should be emphasized. Women have a right to participate and to have a say in their own future. We must also listen intently and centre the needs and concerns of civil society in Afghanistan, and in women’s groups, for whom violence is not abstract but a daily reality, and ensure that women peacebuilders, human rights defenders and media workers can safely continue their work.”

    2021-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/601 (2021) · source

  10. “The Secretary- General’s report on children and armed conflict shows that Afghanistan remains among the countries most affected by attacks on schools and hospitals. A horrific example was the May assault on a school in a Hazara district in Kabul. Furthermore, the conflict and the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic fuel absenteeism and school closures. Children are deprived of access to education, which increases other protection risks, including the recruitment and use of children in armed conflict. Recent reports regarding the detention of children for alleged association with armed groups cause concern. We urge the Afghan Government, United Nations agencies and donors to urgently establish appropriate reintegration programmes to facilitate their return to civilian society.”

    2021-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/601 (2021) · source

  11. “In addition to suffering from conflict and growing poverty, Afghans may once more face dreadful consequences of drought and food insecurity. The continuing high level of violence in Afghanistan and its impact on civilians are appalling. We strongly condemn the targeting of humanitarian aid workers, most recently against mine clearers in Laghman Province and vaccine providers in Nangarhar. Threats and killings of media workers and human rights defenders also give ground for deep concern. Targeted attacks create a climate of fear and undermine the work towards sustainable peace, democracy and protection of human rights, like freedom of expression. Attacks must be investigated, and perpetrators held to account.”

    2021-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/601 (2021) · source

  12. “Afghanistan is at a critical juncture. The international military withdrawal is proceeding at phase. The level of violence is high, aggravated by numerous targeted attacks against civilians, including aid workers, human rights defenders and minorities. This calls for an immediate and meaningful reduction in violence and progress in the peace process. We are hopeful that the negotiations in Doha will yield results. The Afghan parties must own the process and recognize their responsibility in leading the way to peace. Simultaneously, the international community must do more to demonstrate solidarity and support to the Afghan people in their efforts at ending four decades of conflict. The humanitarian situation is grave.”

    2021-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/601 (2021) · source

  13. “Let me initially express my gratitude to Foreign Minister Liimets and the rest of our Estonian co-penholders on the Afghanistan file for their able work in preparing for this meeting. I also wish to take this opportunity to salute the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), Special Representative of the Secretary-General Lyons and her dedicated staff for the relentless efforts they make to address the demanding issues confronting Afghanistan. We also express our support to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) on Afghanistan’s narcotics situation. This is important as the UNODC Afghanistan opium survey documented a 37 per cent increase in areas under opium poppy cultivation in 2020. And I would like to thank Mary Akrami of the Afghan Women’s Network for the insightful presentation that she shared with us.”

    2021-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/601 (2021) · source

  14. “At the Council’s meeting with the League of Arab States in January (see S/2021/66), we welcomed the launch of the Arab Women Mediators Network, which promotes greater participation by women in peacebuilding and peacekeeping. At our meeting with the OSCE in March (see S/2021/256), we stressed the need to incorporate a focus on gender equality at all levels of OSCE’s work. Regional and subregional organizations play a crucial role in addressing the effects of climate-related security risks. We acknowledge the work of these organizations and encourage the inclusion of the adverse effects of climate change in regional dialogues as a means to increase stability and as a starting point for cooperation.”

    2021-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/394 (2021) · source

  15. “In addition, we would like to see more information-sharing, joint discussions on mandates and joint field visits in order to actively address these situations. Regional organizations are also valuable partners in promoting key thematic priorities on the Council’s agenda. In February, we called for the United Nations to lead by example in ensuring the full, equal and meaningful participation of S/2021/394 S/2021/394 women in United Nations-led peace processes. That is equally important in regional and subregional organizations, and we encourage all our partners to place gender equality and the empowerment of women high on the agenda.”

    2021-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/394 (2021) · source

  16. “The African Union and subregional organizations are key actors in preventing conflicts and building trust, dialogue and confidence throughout the African continent. The active role of the Economic Community of West African States in promoting a peaceful transition in Mali is one of many notable examples. The work of the African Union (AU) to address the situation in the Horn of Africa, including the conflict in Tigray and the situation on the border between the Sudan and Ethiopia, is another case in point. Here too, the key lies in the region itself. And here too, we encourage continued close cooperation between the AU, including the AU Peace and Security Council, and the Security Council in the time ahead.”

    2021-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/394 (2021) · source

  17. “In Myanmar, we support the efforts of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to play a constructive role in the current dire situation, which is posing a grave threat to regional peace and security. We believe that ASEAN is well- placed to facilitate the dialogue needed to bring an end to the violence and compel the military to restore civilian rule. The situation in and around Ukraine is another case in point. We have called on the Russian Federation to reverse its recent military deployments. The presence and reporting of the Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine (SMM) of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) is essential. We urge all parties to provide the SMM unhindered access to all parts of Ukraine, in accordance with its mandate.”

    2021-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/394 (2021) · source

  18. “Norway favours strengthened institutional cooperation between the Security Council and regional organizations in order to make the most of our combined resources for sustaining peace. Norway remains a committed and long-term partner of key regional and subregional organizations, particularly in the area of peacemaking and mediation and in the promotion of the women and peace and security agenda. When a crisis erupts in a particular part of the world, we as Security Council members look to the region for information about the root causes and dynamics of the conflict and for concrete ideas to address and resolve it. Regional organizations have the advantage of geographical proximity and strong local networks. Let me offer a few examples.”

    2021-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/394 (2021) · source

  19. “I would like to join others in warmly congratulating President Phuc on his recent assumption. We would also like to thank Viet Nam for placing this important issue on the agenda and taking the initiative to draft the presidential statement that we have before us (S/PRST/2021/9). Regional and subregional organizations are an integral part of the global multilateral architecture. We need more — not less — cooperation to confront global challenges that affect us all. Regional and subregional organizations play an important role in the prevention of conflicts and bring added value to conflict resolution. They are uniquely placed to build trust and promote dialogue among parties concerned within their respective regions.”

    2021-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/394 (2021) · source