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Auväärt

lines on the record: 112
first: 2018-08-29
most recent: 2021-06-24
sittings or episodes: 23
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“There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 3.25 p.m.”
2021-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8786 (2021) · source
“I thank Ms. Ghelani for her briefing. It is my understanding that Council members wish to make statements in closed consultations. I now give the floor to the representative of Yemen.”
2021-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8786 (2021) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Yemen to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the following briefers to participate in this meeting: Ms. Inger Andersen, Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme; and Ms. Reena Ghelani, Director for Operations and Advocacy, United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I give the floor to Ms. Andersen.”
2021-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8786 (2021) · source
“Lastly, we call on the Houthi authorities to finalize the agreement for allowing the United Nations mission to gain access the FSO SAFER oil tanker safely and without further delay, in order to prevent a large-scale catastrophe.”
2020-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8770 (2020) · source
“All parties must take the necessary measures to protect civilians, especially vulnerable groups, such as women and children. In that context, we welcome the renewal of the mandate of the Group of Eminent Experts on Yemen. Turning to the humanitarian situation, we fully share the concerns stressed by Under-Secretary- General Lowcock regarding the grim situation that Yemenis are facing, including the possible famine. The funding gaps in the humanitarian programmes must be filled, and Yemen’s economy must be strengthened. In that regard, we welcome the organizing of the virtual high-level side event on the humanitarian situation in Yemen, which took place on 23 September. We also call for intensified efforts to find a long-term solution to ensure the import of fuel and commercial items through the ports.”
2020-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8770 (2020) · source
“It is clear that violence will only undermine the prospects for a long-term solution to the conflict. We call upon all parties to come to an immediate nationwide ceasefire and agree to the United Nations proposal of a joint declaration without further delay. We fully support the efforts of Special Envoy Griffiths in mediating the negotiations. On a positive note, we welcome the agreement reached by the parties on the exchange of over 1,000 prisoners and the first swap, which took place today. This is an important humanitarian and confidence-building measure and a key step in implementing the Stockholm Agreement. We also remind all parties of their responsibility to comply with their obligations under international humanitarian law and international human rights law and to ensure accountability for all violations and abuses.”
2020-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8770 (2020) · source
“Mr. Auväärt (Estonia): I would like to thank Special Envoy Griffiths and Under-Secretary-General Lowcock for their briefings. The continuing violence in the conflict in Yemen is deeply worrisome. It results in a growing number of civilian casualties and the exacerbation of the humanitarian crisis. The military escalation in Ma’rib is threatening hundreds of thousands of displaced people and puts the United Nations peace process at risk. The recent escalation in Al-Hudaydah, which has caused a substantial number of civilian casualties, is another worrisome setback and risks jeopardizing the peace efforts. We call upon the parties to immediately stop fighting, return to the implementation of the Hodeidah Agreement and engage with the United Nations Mission to Support the Hodeidah Agreement’s joint implementation mechanisms.”
2020-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8770 (2020) · source
“We also call on the Russian Federation to disclose, urgently, fully and in a transparent manner the circumstances of the poisoning of Mr. Navalny with a chemical nerve agent of the Novichok group and to inform the Security Council in this regard.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8764 (2020) · source
“The question has already echoed in past Security Council meetings, but I will ask it again — whom does this disinformation campaign serve? Whom does it serve to purposefully undermine the organization most competent to deal with chemical weapons? The answer is quite clear. It serves those who want to cover up their crimes or those of their allies; those who use or plan to use chemical weapons and want to get away with it with impunity. It is for their benefit to sow distrust and confusion so that condemnation, accountability and a robust international response become more difficult. Finally, Estonia has full trust in the professional, impartial and independent work of the OPCW Technical Secretariat and its investigative mechanisms. We call on the Syrian regime to cooperate with them actively and fully.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8764 (2020) · source
“It is regrettable that, instead of focusing on discussing in the Council on how to move forward with accountability measures and put an end to impunity for the commission of these horrific crimes, the Russian Federation is making every effort to steer that focus and responsibility elsewhere. This happened again today and was on full display during last week’s Arria Formula meeting, where the organizers and their chosen briefers provided us with distorted facts and narratives on Syria’s chemical weapons programmes and on specific incidents. At the same time, our Russian and Chinese colleagues decided not to attend the Security Council meeting in May. The participation of OPCW Director General Arias and IIT Coordinator Ambassador Oñate provided an opportunity to learn more about the first IIT report.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8764 (2020) · source
“Estonia welcomes the OPCW Executive Council decision of 9 July, which addressed in a responsible and robust manner Syria’s non-compliance under the Chemical Weapons Convention and provided a deadline for Syria to comply with its obligations. We are concerned to hear that there has been no reply yet from the Syrian Arab Republic regarding the fulfilment of the obligations set by the Executive Council decision. We call on Syria to comply with the decision on time. In addition to Syria’s blatant disregard for its international obligations, we now face another challenge to the chemical weapons non-proliferation regime and the implementation of resolution 2118 (2013). I am referring to the systematic and targeted disinformation campaign to discredit and undermine the OPCW Technical Secretariat and its investigative mechanisms.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8764 (2020) · source
“We cannot be sure that new attacks will not happen again. In fact, that risk remains high. Independent United Nations and OPCW fact- finding missions have confirmed the use of chemical weapons in Syria on numerous occasions since Syria provided the declaration. The United Nations- OPCW Joint Investigative Mechanism and the OPCW Investigation and Identification Team (IIT) have now confirmed the use on seven occasions of chemical weapons by the Al-Assad regime against the Syrian people. The Syrian regime’s non-compliance with its international obligations therefore continues to pose a direct threat to the Syrian people and international peace and security. In these circumstances, the Security Council has a responsibility to act and respond.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8764 (2020) · source
“Mr. Auväärt (Estonia): It is regrettable that this serious discussion about the use of chemical weapons was derailed at the beginning of this meeting by the presidency. With regards to procedure, we concur with the substantive statements made today by the representatives of the United Kingdom and Germany. I thank High Representative Nakamitsu for her briefing on the implementation of resolution 2118 (2013). We note that, once again, the monthly report (S/2020/961, annex) of the Director General of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) states that the outstanding issues relating to Syria’s chemical weapons declaration remain unsolved. This means that, after six years, we still lack the assurance that Syria has declared and destroyed all of its chemical weapons and their production facilities.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8764 (2020) · source
“The aim should be a country with economic development and growth providing new opportunities for its citizens, and where rights are upheld and women, children and marginalized groups are protected. Finally, considering the important times ahead in Afghanistan, Estonia recognizes that UNAMA has a crucial role to play in supporting Afghanistan’s way towards peace and security. To that end, it is important for UNAMA to work closely with all parties of Afghanistan, the international community and other international organizations, particularly the European Union.”
2020-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8759 (2020) · source
“A global ceasefire has been repeatedly called for by the entire international community, the Secretary- General and the Council. We stress once again that both parties must fulfil their commitments and work towards ending the violence in order to save civilian lives. Afghans need a comprehensive and permanent ceasefire to accompany the intra-Afghan negotiations. The fundamental freedoms and human rights guaranteed by the Afghan Constitution, particularly those of women and children, are inalienable and should be of the highest priority on the agenda of the intra-Afghan negotiations. The meaningful participation of women and minorities is important at all levels of decision-making.”
2020-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8759 (2020) · source
“Mr. Auväärt (Estonia): Estonia welcomes the adoption of the resolution on the renewal of the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). We thank co-penholders Germany and Indonesia for their hard and efficient work. We believe that resolution 2543 (2020) is well balanced and highlights the Council’s priorities and the most important aspects of UNAMA’s present and future activities. We welcome the start of intra-Afghan negotiations between the Government of Afghanistan and the Taliban in Doha on 12 September. This is a ground- breaking moment. It is now more important than ever for the United Nations, including UNAMA, to fully support Afghanistan so that the peace negotiations can lead to an inclusive political settlement. A stable, peaceful and prosperous Afghanistan is in all Afghans’ and our interests.”
2020-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8759 (2020) · source
“Finally, we reiterate our call to the Houthi authorities to take immediate and concrete steps without preconditions to allow the United Nations mission to access the FSO SAFER oil tanker in order to prevent a large-scale catastrophe.”
2020-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8757 (2020) · source
“We also stress the importance of taking all measures to protect against sexual and gender-based violence and violations of other fundamental freedoms. Accountability for all violations and crimes must be guaranteed. We fully support the report’s recommendation to the Security Council to integrate the human rights dimensions of the conflict in Yemen more fully into its agenda. Regarding the humanitarian situation, we are deeply concerned about the need to scale down humanitarian operations due to a lack of funding, especially considering the reported risk of famine. We call for intensified efforts to find a long-term solution to ensure the import of fuel and commercial items through Al-Hudaydah port, which is critically important from the humanitarian perspective.”
2020-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8757 (2020) · source
“We are also concerned about the continuous tensions in the south. We urge the Government of Yemen and the Southern Transitional Council to continue implementing the provisions of the Riyadh agreement. That includes forming a joint Government, which is crucial for moving towards a broader political solution in Yemen. We note the recently published report of the Group of Eminent International and Regional Experts on Yemen (A/HRC/45/6). It is appalling to read the report’s finding that all parties to the conflict are responsible for human rights violations, as well as violations of international humanitarian law. In that context, we remind all parties of their obligation to take all necessary measures to protect civilians, especially vulnerable groups, such as women and children.”
2020-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8757 (2020) · source
“Mr. Auväärt (Estonia): I would like to thank Special Envoy Griffiths and Under-Secretary-General Lowcock for their briefings. The ongoing hostilities in Yemen, which show no signs of de-escalation, are deeply worrisome, as they result in a growing number of civilian casualties and the exacerbation of the humanitarian crisis. The people of Yemen have been suffering for far too long. It is unacceptable to seek territorial gains and engage in economic warfare at their expense. Maximum international efforts must be made for the parties to cease fighting and engage constructively with the United Nations Special Envoy. We call on the parties to agree to the joint declaration without further delay. This will make way for the start of the next phase of the comprehensive political process, which is the only means to finding sustainable peace.”
2020-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8757 (2020) · source
“It is also a positive development that the Peacebuilding Fund has approved a new project to address the destabilizing effect of drug trafficking and organized crime.”
2020-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8754 (2020) · source
“We are extremely concerned about reports of an increased number of human rights violations and the excessive use of force by State security forces. The reports of women being beaten up to enforce the lockdown measures are simply appalling. We urge that investigations be carried out in these cases and the perpetrators held accountable. We commend the international organizations present in Guinea-Bissau for taking an integrated approach to addressing the humanitarian challenges in the country. Furthermore, it is important to take a holistic and gender-sensitive approach to peacebuilding activities, which will be especially important after the closure of UNIOGBIS. The role of the Peacebuilding Commission in this regard is essential.”
2020-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8754 (2020) · source
“At the same time, the developments in Guinea- Bissau have been less than encouraging. The ongoing political impasse and the military’s interference in politics are very concerning. The decisive steps taken by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have been very useful, and we commend them for having done so. We further call on ECOWAS to continue on this path of active engagement in helping to solve the institutional crisis. We also urge the people of Guinea- Bissau themselves to take constructive steps towards finding a peaceful way out of the current political crisis. It is especially important now, in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic and to avoid any potential destabilization of the country.”
2020-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8754 (2020) · source
“Mr. Auväärt (Estonia): Allow me also to extend my condolences with regard to the attacks near Niamey. I thank the briefers for their thorough reports on the latest developments and the peacebuilding activities carried out in Guinea-Bissau. I would like to express Estonia’s full support for the work of Special Representative of the Secretary-General Sori-Coulibaly and the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Guinea-Bissau (UNIOGBIS). The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic and the continued political and institutional crisis in Guinea-Bissau have put a significant burden on the mission. With this in mind, we commend the mission’s steps towards drawdown as well as the ability to quickly take a more pandemic-sensitive approach to its activities.”
2020-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8754 (2020) · source
“We are also deeply concerned about the alarming humanitarian situation in Yemen, which the coronavirus disease pandemic and the dire economic situation have exacerbated. We remind all parties, especially those in northern Yemen, about the need to facilitate safe and unhindered access for humanitarian personnel. We also urge them to facilitate the air travel of humanitarian staff, lift commercial import restrictions and find a solution that will secure the regular importation of fuel. With regard to the FSO SAFER oil tanker, we urge the Houthi authorities to take immediate concrete steps, without preconditions, to provide the United Nations mission access to the ship. There is not much time left for preventing a possible leakage or explosion, which would have catastrophic consequences for the environment as well as to the economy.”
2020-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8753 (2020) · source
“This is necessary for the start of the next phase of the comprehensive political process, which is the only way to find sustainable peace. Despite the important progress made towards this agreement, it is deeply worrisome that fierce fighting continues, resulting in an ever-growing number of civilian casualties and the exacerbation of the humanitarian crisis. We strongly condemn the recent air strikes that caused multiple civilian casualties, including children, who are bearing an increasingly heavy burden from the hostilities. We remind all parties of their obligation to adhere to international humanitarian law and to protect civilians, especially vulnerable groups, such as women and children. We also condemn the continuous the deployment of drones and the firing of ballistic missiles at civilian infrastructure in Saudi Arabia.”
2020-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8753 (2020) · source
“Mr. Auväärt (Estonia): I would like to thank Special Envoy Griffiths and Under-Secretary-General Lowcock for their briefings. I also thank Ms. Wafa’a Alsaidy and Ms. Raja Almasabi for their briefings. Estonia fully supports the efforts of Special Envoy Griffiths aimed at reaching an agreement on a nationwide ceasefire, humanitarian and economic measures and the resumption of the political process. It is unacceptable to seek further territorial gains at the expense of the people of Yemen, who are suffering as a result of the increasingly grave humanitarian crisis, as we just heard from the briefings by Ms. Alsaidy and Ms. Almasabi. We urge all parties to heed the call of Yemeni civil society to cease hostilities and agree on measures to alleviate the suffering of Yemenis without further delay.”
2020-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8753 (2020) · source
“Finally, considering the important time ahead in Afghanistan, Estonia recognizes the active role of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan in supporting Afghanistan on the path towards peace and security is of the utmost importance.”
2020-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8742 (2020) · source
“In that regard, the elements of conditionality to the Taliban reflected in the resolution just adopted are very important. We consider the events in Doha and Kabul on 29 February as important first steps towards beginning the intra-Afghan negotiations and ending the conflict. The only way towards a political settlement and a permanent ceasefire is through inclusive negotiations. We stress that the achievements guaranteed by the Afghan Constitution in ensuring fundamental freedoms and human rights, particularly those of women and children, are inalienable and should be underscored in the future intra-Afghan negotiations. Today’s meeting of the Group of Friends of Women in Afghanistan was a useful.”
2020-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8742 (2020) · source
“Mr. Auväärt (Estonia): I echo the condolences expressed by the representative of Germany. We thank the United States and the co-facilitators for all their hard work. With regard to the current situation in Afghanistan, we believe that resolution 2513 (2020) is well-balanced overall and highlights the main views of the Security Council. It is now more essential than ever for the Council to voice its full support to Afghanistan so that President Ghani may form an inclusive Government acceptable to all. Like previous speakers, we also oppose any action to establish a parallel Government and any illegal use of force to resolve political differences. We call for a sustained reduction of violence in order to create an environment conducive to intra-Afghan negotiations.”
2020-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8742 (2020) · source
“We also welcome the fact that the coordinator of the Panel has visited Somalia three times already, and we encourage the Somali authorities to grant access to all members of the Panel, as only then will the Panel be able to begin its important work. Estonia hopes that in 2020 the Council, the 751 Committee, the Panel of Experts and the Federal Government of Somalia can all work together in good faith with strong unity of purpose to make long-term peace and stability in Somalia a reality.”
2020-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8735 (2020) · source
“It is also important to note that the sanctions regime entails notification and exemption procedures, which ensure that the Somali authorities can get the necessary equipment for their defence and security forces. A lot has been achieved since the last briefing by the Chair, including the adoption of resolution 2498 (2019), which consolidated and streamlined the provisions of the arms embargo and imposed an improvised- explosive-device components ban. This goes to show that the sanctions regime is customized in a way aimed at best helping the Somali authorities in continuously changing circumstances. The sanctions regime is a tool to help to transform Somalia. Estonia would like to commend the Federal Government of Somalia on the progress achieved, including in the area of security-sector reform.”
2020-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8735 (2020) · source
“Estonia fully supports the priorities of the Panel of Experts for 2020, especially the expanded focus on Al-Shabaab’s revenue sources, the ban on components for improvised explosive devices, the charcoal ban and weapons and ammunition management. The Panel’s priorities are closely aligned with the priorities of the Somali authorities, as both aim to build a peaceful and stable Somalia. It is important to recall that the sanctions regime is in place with the sole purpose of supporting the Somali authorities in achieving the stabilization of Somalia. It is, inter alia, preventing illegal arms trafficking and Al-Shabaab from getting weapons. It cuts revenue sources for Al-Shabaab. It helps the Somali authorities to enhance security-sector reform and weapons and ammunition management capacities.”
2020-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8735 (2020) · source
“Mr. Auväärt (Estonia): I would like to thank you, Sir, for your briefing as well as your leadership in leading the work of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 751 (1992), concerning Somalia, including for having organized a visit to Mogadishu last month. Estonia participated in that visit and found it very useful. We would like to add our voice to your statement: we, too, hope that, as a result of the visit, the Federal Government of Somalia and the Panel of Experts will be able to reset their relations. Given their mutual aim of countering the threat of terrorism, we believe that the Panel of Experts is a natural partner for the Somali authorities.”
2020-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8735 (2020) · source
“Finally, I would like to express Estonia’s support for the work of the United Nations in Somalia and to pay tribute to AMISOM and the Somali security forces for their efforts to make long-term peace and stability in Somalia a reality.”
2020-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8731 (2020) · source
“We must also tackle conflict-related sexual violence, which remains pervasive across much of Somalia. In order to strengthen the legal frameworks, we call for the sexual offences bill to be passed by the Parliament. Estonia is deeply concerned about the current humanitarian situation, including the recent locust invasion and the threat it poses to the fragile food- security situation. As we heard from the Director of the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute, climatic shocks continue to severely impact Somalia and require comprehensive solutions that offer prevention and threat mitigation. Estonia encourages further efforts in this line of work that will proactively address these threats.”
2020-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8731 (2020) · source
“Among other important questions, such as the definition of the constituencies and the management of seats for Banaadir and Somaliland, Estonia emphasizes that female representation should be safeguarded in the elections, and the 30 per cent female representation should be enshrined in legislation. Women must be equal partners in peace efforts. Al-Shabaab’s ability to conduct attacks in Somalia, including in Mogadishu, remains extremely concerning. Ensuring security for the Somali people is at the heart of our responsibilities, and therefore it is crucial that the drawdown of African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) troops happen in line with the threat assessments on the ground. We condemn all grave violations committed against civilians, in particular against children, and the continued high numbers of child recruitment.”
2020-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8731 (2020) · source
“This is crucial not only for the upcoming elections but also for the broader political, security, humanitarian and development challenges the country is facing, which cannot be solved unless there is constructive dialogue and strong unity of purpose between the Federal Government and the federal member states. As identified in Mutual Accountability Framework, organization of timely, credible and peaceful national elections must remain the first priority for 2020. We recognize the profound progress already made towards direct elections and welcome the enactment of the electoral law. However, there are some concerns about the frameworks governing the elections. Gaps in the electoral law need to be addressed to ensure that it is implementable.”
2020-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8731 (2020) · source
“Mr. Auväärt (Estonia): I thank the briefers for their insightful overview of the latest developments in Somalia. It is important that 2020 is used not only to consolidate the progress made thus far but to further it. Dialogue between the Federal Government of Somalia and federal member states is a crucial priority to achieve progress on national priorities. Estonia joins the call to the country’s leaders to take immediate steps to restore ties and consider instituting a mechanism for dialogue and consensus-building in the interest of the nation.”
2020-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8731 (2020) · source
“Last, but by no means least, international efforts on Libya need to be led by the United Nations. Estonia fully supports Special Representative Salamé’s three-point plan and his mediation between the Libyan parties. We need a united Security Council to send a clear signal to the parties involved in the Libyan conflict, as well as to the Libyan people in their daily suffering, by implementing what was agreed in Berlin and here today. Let us not fail them and continue with the implementation of the Berlin conclusions.”
2020-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8722 (2020) · source
“Mr. Auväärt (Estonia): Estonia supported the adoption of resolution 2510 (2020) to endorse the Berlin Conference conclusions. The positive momentum achieved in Berlin needed to be enhanced and solidified, and that is what the resolution does. We thank the United Kingdom and Germany for their work and patience in leading the negotiations over the past three and a half weeks — a process that should have taken far less time considering the actual urgency of the situation on the ground in Libya. The core message of the resolution is clear. First, the foreign interference in the conflict and the blatant violations of the arms embargo must stop, as agreed on in Berlin. Secondly, the parties to the conflict need to agree on an immediate and lasting ceasefire, which is the basis for any further steps towards sustainable peace in Libya.”
2020-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8722 (2020) · source
“We should join together in helping the Central African Republic to counter the spread of measles, which was declared a national epidemic three days ago, and assist the country in its disarmament, demobilization and reintegration and security sector reform processes. Turning to positive developments, we welcome the commitment of the Government of the Central African Republic and the progress made on the five benchmarks agreed by the Council. We believe that it is our common goal to restrict the flow of weapons into hands that would use them to further destabilize the vulnerable situation in the Central African Republic.”
2020-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8712 (2020) · source
“Mr. Auväärt (Estonia): We welcome the adoption of resolution 2507 (2020). We would like to thank the penholder, France. It is regrettable that we are not unanimous regarding this resolution, whose sole purpose is to curtail the hostile actions of armed groups that seek to undermine peace and security in the Central African Republic. We should not be divided on the issue of restricting the illegal flow of weapons to a country that is suffering from warfare and violence, but should instead unite in finding ways to assist the Central African Republic in stopping massacres such as the one in Bria just this week. We extend our condolences to the delegation of the Central African Republic.”
2020-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8712 (2020) · source
“We need to keep working towards protecting the civilians, including women and children, and hold the perpetrators accountable.”
2020-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8710 (2020) · source
“We very much welcome the nomination of representatives of the Joint Military Commission for the 5+5 talks and hope that the first meeting can take place as early as possible. Agreeing to the terms of the ceasefire is a crucial step in order to move forward and concentrate on the political process in Libya. The goal of a stable Libya, with fully functioning, unified State institutions and authority, can be achieved only through a Libyan-led and Libyan-owned political process. For the political process to truly succeed, it needs to be inclusive. The adequate representation and meaningful engagement of women and young people throughout the entire process is of critical importance. Finally, addressing the violations of international humanitarian law and human rights law must remain high on the agenda.”
2020-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8710 (2020) · source
“In that regard, it is important to send a unified message from the Security Council and press on with the endorsement of the Berlin conference conclusions. Developments in the security situation in Libya and recent reports about the resumed fighting on the ground are extremely worrisome. We call on all parties to adhere to the truce that was agreed upon in Berlin and take concrete steps towards achieving a lasting ceasefire. It is absolutely clear that there can be no military solution to the conflict. The Libyan people deserve better than that. Moreover, the Security Council has at its disposal the sanctions tools to address the spoilers of peace and security in Libya. It should consider using those measures when and where necessary. The essential step in moving towards the ceasefire is the direct dialogue between the Libyan parties.”
2020-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8710 (2020) · source
“Mr. Auväärt (Estonia): I thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Ghassan Salamé, for his briefing on the latest developments on Libya. Estonia fully supports the United Nations- facilitated political process in Libya and the Special Representative’s work towards that end. Estonia welcomes the commitments made at the Berlin conference on Libya held on January 19. The conference, as a step towards creating space for an intra-Libyan political process, was a success, and we congratulate all the participating States and international organizations on achieving that. Now, however, concrete steps need to be taken by all participants to honour the commitments and implement the conclusions of the Berlin conference. The most urgent step at this stage is to put an end to the violations of the arms embargo.”
2020-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8710 (2020) · source
“We commend the engagement of UNOWAS in promoting the meaningful participation of women and youth in the political process, but it is clear that greater efforts from all relevant parties are needed. In this regard, we would like to stress the need for an integrated gender perspective in the design and implementation of comprehensive strategies to address the root causes of the crisis. Finally, the effects of climate change on people’s livelihoods throughout West Africa and the Sahel, which are especially severe in the Lake Chad Basin, need to be taken into account. It is important to track the roots and impacts of climate-related tensions and support key stakeholders in finding alternatives for those most affected.”
2020-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8698 (2020) · source
“We note positively that the Joint Force of the Group of Five for the Sahel — together with the French-led Operation Barkhane, to which Estonia also contributes — has been conducting successful counter- terrorist operations. However, considering the growing number of violent attacks, including against civilians, we need to further stress the role played by the States of the region. Full political ownership and effective State presence, including an adequately trained military presence, are of key importance here. All perpetrators of violence need to be held accountable. Addressing the root causes and long-term drivers of conflict and violence are at the core of the peacebuilding activities of UNOWAS and of preventative diplomacy.”
2020-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8698 (2020) · source
“Estonia remains concerned about the negative developments in the region, such as the spread of violent extremism and organized crime. The most recent terrorist attack, which took place just this past Saturday in Burkina Faso on a bus carrying students, leaving 14 people dead, must be condemned in the strongest terms. Each one of these terrorist attacks is simply unacceptable. Considering the transnational nature of the threats, cross-regional collaboration is of key importance. We highly commend the cooperation efforts of the Economic Community of West African States and the Economic Community of Central African States and encourage the exchange of good practices between UNOWAS and the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa. We hope to see this collaboration strengthened and coordination enhanced.”
2020-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8698 (2020) · source