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Bamrungphong

lines on the record: 90
first: 2013-08-06
most recent: 2016-02-23
sittings or episodes: 14
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“Through the implementation of various development and quick-impact projects, peacekeepers can significantly contribute to alleviating socioeconomic grievances of the local population. I wish to conclude my remarks by expressing my appreciation to the Permanent Representatives of Angola and Australia, in their capacities as the co-facilitators of the intergovernmental negotiations on the review of the peacebuilding architecture, for their able leadership. The Kingdom of Thailand remains fully committed to extending support and cooperation to the co-facilitators in this process.”
2016-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7629 (2016) · source
“Secondly, many of the conflicts that we witness around the world are rooted in underlying socioeconomic problems, be it poverty, social injustice or inequalities. Thailand firmly believes that peace cannot be sustained in the absence of sustainable and inclusive development; it is about giving due regard to the needs and livelihoods of the people and their communities. We cannot wait until the guns fall silent to start development work. For conflict-affected countries, the United Nations can play a crucial role in laying the necessary groundwork for a transition from conflict to normalcy. Our peacekeeping experience in the former East Timor, and more recently in Darfur, has shown that peacekeepers can undertake peacebuilding efforts that have an impact.”
2016-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7629 (2016) · source
“The Peacebuilding Commission, as an intergovernmental advisory body, can play a crucial role in sustaining international attention to countries at risk of lapsing or relapsing into conflict. To have an impact, political commitment must be matched by adequate and predictable funding for peacebuilding efforts. However, the Peacebuilding Fund continues to face financial shortfalls. We must find a way to better finance peacebuilding activities. The Security Council and the General Assembly should explore resource mobilization through partnership with the private sector, along with strengthened partnership with the international financial institutions and regional development banks. The proposal of the Advisory Group ofExperts to support the Peacebuilding Fund through an assessed contribution also merits careful consideration.”
2016-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7629 (2016) · source
“I once again commend the Advisory Group of Experts' efforts to provide us with a framework of ideas to tackle the challenges that peacebuilding is facing. In response to some of the questions raised in your concept note (S/2016/104, annex), Sir, I wish to make comments on two specific points. First, one of the key challenges identified in the report of the Advisory Group of Experts is that peacebuilding is left as an afterthought: under- prioritized, under-resourced and undertaken only after the guns fall silent. We share that assessment and are of the view that peacebuilding is not only a post-conflict activity, but should be undertaken throughout the conflict cycle. As such, it requires sustained political attention.”
2016-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7629 (2016) · source
“Today's open debate is both timely and practically relevant, as the Security Council and the General Assembly are in the process of reviewing the peacebuilding architecture, with the objective of adopting parallel and identical draft resolutions that will set out the framework of United Nations peacebuilding for the next five years. I commend the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela for choosing for this open debate a topic that can contribute in a concrete and meaningful manner to the ongoing intergovernmental negotiation process on peacebuilding. The Advisory Group of Experts on the Review of Peacebuilding Architecture, chaired by Ambassador Gert Rosenthal of Guatemala, produced a comprehensive and aspirational report (see S/2015/490) that contains key recommendations on how the United Nations can improve its approach to peacebuilding.”
2016-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7629 (2016) · source
“Thailand also underscores the indispensable role of regional and subregional organizations, local communities and civil society in that respect. Their insights and understanding of specific situations on the ground can contribute to the Council's swift response to imminent threats to civilians. In conclusion, Thailand will continue our constructive role and close cooperation with the international community in the important endeavour to protect civilians and alleviate their sufferings.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“Sixthly, the increased number of civilian casualties is a clear indication of non-compliance with international law and universal principles. The strong and repeated calls of the international community on parties to conflicts, including non-State armed groups, to uphold international human rights law and international humanitarian law, as well as to implement all the relevant Council resolutions have been ignored. Thailand therefore supports the work of fact-finding missions and commissions of inquiry, which will help to end impunity and to hold accountable those who have committed serious crimes against civilians. Lastly, we see the urgent need to strengthen coordination among relevant United Nations bodies to protect civilians, as well as to address the root causes of conflict.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“Fourthly, the changing nature of conflicts necessitates the protection of civilians. The Security Council needs to assess the situation on the ground and review the scope of the mandates of peacekeeping missions on a regular basis based on the situation and risk assessment provided by the Secretariat. That will enable the Council to employ the right tool at the right time. It is also crucial that the Council work closely with troop-contributing countries to enhance coherence and coordinated responses. Fifthly, Thailand strongly supports the inclusion of the protection-of-civilians advisers, as well as protection officers for children and women, in peacekeeping operations with protection mandates. The early detection of human rights violations and other tactics of war will save more innocent lives.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“A mission's mandate needs to be clearly endorsed by the Security Council. It is also important for peacekeepers to have a clear mandate, responsibilities and chain of command. The protection of civilians guidance and the code of conduct under specific circumstances, particularly when the use of force is necessary, need to be put in place to ensure a mission's credibility and success. Comprehensive predeployment training and periodic in-mission training are necessary, as recommended by the High-level Independent Panel on Peace Operations. Peacekeepers must also be well equipped with knowledge of international law. Thirdly, the allocation ofresources forpeacekeeping missions needs to be adequate and predictable to enable missions to fulfil their mandates efficiently.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“There are no legitimate reasons that can justify deliberate attacks against innocent civilians, including humanitarian actors, for either military or political purposes. Please allow me to highlight pertinent points that Thailand deems very important. First, the protection of civilians is the primary responsibility of host Governments. In cases where Governments have the political will but lack the capacity, the international community can provide capacity-building support in addressing root causes of conflict and in the area of preventive measures, namely, the rule oflaw, good governance, socialjustice, security reform, social and economic development and equality, for instance. Secondly, peacekeeping operations with protection mandates are very crucial when the host Government fails to live up to its responsibility to protect.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“At the outset, Thailand congratulates Uruguay for assuming the presidency of the Security Council for the month of January. My delegation would also like to express its appreciation to the delegation of Uruguay for the comprehensive concept note (S/2016/22, annex), to the Deputy Secretary-General, the Vice-President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, as well as to the Senior Humanitarian Policy Advisor of Oxfam, for their substantive briefings. Thailand aligns itself with the statement of the Human Security Network, to be delivered by the Permanent Representative of Slovenia. Thailand shares the international community's serious concern about the rising number of civilian casualties in armed conflict.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“Lastly, in addition to working with all Member States towards the noble goals of the Charter of the United Nations, the Council must also work with the other organs of the United Nations to enhance synergies and to avoid the overlapping of mandates. That aspect will be of particular importance in 2016, during the selection process for the next Secretary- General. Thailand supports the essential roles of both the Council and the General Assembly in a transparent and inclusive selection process, as outlined in Assembly resolution 69/231.”
2015-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7539Resumption1 (2015) · source
“Thirdly, there is no greater threat to the Council's credibility and effectiveness than the inability to respond in a timely and decisive manner to prevent loss of life through mass atrocities. The Council must remain committed to its obligations and act to prevent genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes. The proposal put forward by France and Mexico on the code of conduct regarding Security Council action against genocide, crimes against humanity or war crimes elaborated by the Accountability, Coherence and Transparency group are reasonable and commendable. Thailand lends its support to those initiatives.”
2015-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7539Resumption1 (2015) · source
“Secondly, it is important to ensure transparency in the Council's deliberations. Thailand urges members of the Council to continue convening public meetings, thereby engaging the wider membership of the United Nations, particularly on issues of broad impact and complexity. Closed meetings and informal consultations are necessary, but Council members should share information, developments and outcomes with the wider membership of the United Nations through frequent briefing sessions. The Council should also engage with countries on issues related to their situation that affect international peace and security. Thailand is in agreement with the improvements identified by Spain in the concept paper (S/2015/793, annex) as ways of making open debates more interactive and productive.”
2015-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7539Resumption1 (2015) · source
“Sanctions regimes should minimize unintended economic and social consequences. Thailand welcomes a research-based approach, including the use of statistical analysis to evaluate and quantify the impact and effectiveness of sanctions and to provide valuable guidance for future policymaking. The application of clear criteria in the listing and delisting of those on the sanctions lists is also of great importance. In that regard, streamlined communications with Member States would effectively help the latter to address the increasing number of sanctions-related issues. Another tool to improve the Council's effectiveness is the Security Council's annual report, which should be more than a collection of resolutions and statistics and should include assessments and ways forward.”
2015-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7539Resumption1 (2015) · source
“As we celebrate the seventieth anniversary of the United Nations this year, and as conflicts continue to pose grave threats in many parts of the world, the Security Council must remain effective in carrying out the primary responsibility conferred on it by Member States for the maintenance of international peace and security. Thailand firmly believes that, in order to be effective, the Council and its subsidiary bodies must be efficient and transparent, ensure inclusive participation, and be accountable. Let me share with the Council the following views. First, sanctions are important tools for maintaining and restoring peace and security. To remain effective in deterring actions that threaten peace and security, the Council should exercise the utmost care in devising targeted sanctions.”
2015-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7539Resumption1 (2015) · source
“While totally understanding the freedom, responsibility and rights of the media, their safety cannot be compromised. There should be a clear guideline on when they should leave conflict zones to limit the risk. For the safety ofjournalists in some active conflict zones, we may need to replace the presence of correspondents with modern technology and equipment. That may not be a perfect substitute, but it may be considered as an alternative to prevent the loss of life. I wish to conclude by paying tribute to journalists and media professionals who risk or have lost their lives to provide us with substantive and real-time information from the ground. Their responsible and constructive role can greatly contribute throughout the conflict cycle - from conflict prevention, to conflict management and conflict resolution.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“Thailand supports mandating peacekeeping missions to protect civilians. Apart from physical protection, guidance and regular assessment of a situation by peacekeeping operations could provide useful information and reliable alerts for journalists and media professionals on the ground. Engagement between journalists and peacekeeping operations would help to increase the safety of journalists, and would by no means change their civilian and independent status owing to the principle of the impartiality of the peacekeeping operation. At the same time, journalists and media professionals should strictly follow the guidance of the peacekeeping operation for their own safety. To protect journalists, several issues need further deliberation.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“Targeted sanctions imposed on individuals and entities involved in heinous crimes against civilians are among the tools the Council may apply. However, doing so must ensure fair and clear procedures for placing individuals and entities on sanction lists, and for removing them. And sanctions need to be fully implemented by Member States. The safety of journalists is at highest risk in terrorist-controlled areas. Thailand joins the call for all parties to respect and uphold international norms and laws to protect civilians and journalists. However, it may be ironic and unrealistic to expect that those who intentionally defy the law by committing unlawful acts of violence and terror for their tactical objectives to respect the law. What else can we do to protect civilians andjournalists in such circumstances?”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“Ending impunity must begin at national level, encompassing political will, the strengthening of the judicial system and effective law enforcement. Cooperation and sharing of information among law enforcement authorities at all levels needs to be enhanced and strengthened. We share the view that legal frameworks and mechanisms are sufficiently in place, but they must be efficiently enforced and fully implemented. Thailand also sees the need to increase the number of independent commissions of inquiry and fact- finding missions in order to bring to justice those who have committed brutal acts against civilians and journalists. The Security Council must be clear and strong in its messages and resolutions that violations against civilians andjournalists will not be tolerated.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“It is clearly stated in rule 34 of the International Committee of the Red Cross Customary International Humanitarian Law that civilian journalists engaged in professional missions in areas of armed conflict must be respected and protected as long as they are not taking a direct part in hostilities. Hence a deliberate act of violence against journalists in armed conflict in all forms is unacceptable and unjustifiable. An attack deliberately targeted at civilians amounts to a war crime, and perpetrators must be held accountable. Impunity emboldens perpetrators to continue their brutal acts and inflames the situation. The ending of impunity is one of the suppressing factors. Thailand is alarmed by statistical evidence that there are no convictions in 90 per cent of cases of attacks against journalists. This issue must not remain unaddressed.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“Thailand is participating in this important debate because it shares the international community's concern at the increasing direct attacks against civilians, including journalists, particularly those committed by non-State actors and terrorist groups. We therefore thank Lithuania for its initiative to discuss this issue and for the detailed concept note (S/2015/307, annex). We also appreciate the informative briefings by Deputy Secretary-General Jan Eliasson, Mr. Christophe Deloire, Director-General of Reporters Without Borders, and Ms. Mariane Pearl.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“New possibilities of illicit arms trade routes, such as trafficking through maritime transportation, have emerged. Therefore, information-sharing among the authorities concerned and capacity-building measures remain instrumental in cross-border control and improved implementation of the relevant Security Council resolutions and other multilateral instruments. Thailand realizes the importance of capacity- building for experts, and we would like to emphasize the important role the United Nations Regional Centres for Peace and Disarmament can play in strengthening capacity through regional or country training programmes customized for the specific needs of each region and country.”
2015-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7442 (2015) · source
“Awareness regarding the serious nature and urgency of the matter should be raised among the public and civil society. Fifthly, Thailand is heartened by the scientific research and inventions of new technologies that have led to new possibilities in regulating and tracing the use of small arms and light weapons. It is our hope that such technologies will be applied to the manufacturing of all small arms as widely as possible so as to decrease the adverse consequences that we know too well. Sixthly, my last point is that it is important for countries to have effective mechanisms to enable the full implementation of their obligations. Each country needs to strive to exercise effective control over the transfer of such weapons. However, certain challenges remain.”
2015-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7442 (2015) · source
“Thailand signed the ATT and is undertaking the necessary domestic procedures to ratify the Treaty in the near future. However, measures in the ATT and the Programme of Action should complement each other. Duplication of work and the imposition of unnecessary burdens on small States that are neither major arms producers nor importers should be avoided. Thirdly, apart from preventing the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons, civilian firearms should also be strictly regulated, both through the registration process and with regard to transfers, for the purpose of effective control and tracing, as those weapons also exacerbate violence and crime at community level. Fourthly, a people-centred approach should be the core principle of any attempt to address the challenge related to small arms and light weapons.”
2015-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7442 (2015) · source
“Thailand is pleased with the increased efforts on the part of the international community towards tackling the issue over the past few years, such as the discussion within the scope of the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) and the adoption of resolution 2117 (2013), the first stand- alone Council resolution that addresses the question of small arms and light weapons. The entry into force of the ATT, in December last year, will undoubtedly reinforce the United Nations Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects in tackling that challenge more efficiently, in particular by increasing transparency of the trade in small arms and the submission of ATT State parties' annual reports. The Treaty's universalization and full implementation are key to its success.”
2015-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7442 (2015) · source
“In particular, the role of women should be recognized as change agents and conciliators, in line with the women and peace and security agenda. Secondly, given the multifaceted nature of the causes and adverse consequences of small arms and light weapons, we need to strengthen collaboration and coordination under the various multilateral frameworks aimed at curbing the proliferation of small arms and promoting responsible actions by States in order to help in preventing the spread of those illicit weapons.”
2015-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7442 (2015) · source
“Thailand welcomes the Secretary-General's report (S/2015/289) and its recommendations. Allow me to address some ofthe key important points in that respect. First, our particular concern lies in the fact that women and children often disproportionately fall victims in situations of armed conflict as well as in post-conflict settings. To address that problem, gender- sensitive data must always be taken into consideration in both geographical and thematic issues on the Council's agenda, especially in the framework of the protection of civilians, which is one of its core mandates. At the same time, women must be encouraged and allowed to participate fully in planning and implementing measures to combat the illicit trade, transfer and misuse of small arms and light weapons.”
2015-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7442 (2015) · source
“First of all, allow me to join others in congratulating you, Madam President, and Lithuania, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month. I would like to also express my appreciation for the thoughtful presentations and briefings this morning. Thailand shares the concern that the illicit trade and transfer, proliferation, trafficking and misuse of small arms and light weapons pose a serious threat to peace, security stability and development. It is both a cause and a catalyst of violence and crime, resulting in countless deaths and injuries among civilians and entailing devastating humanitarian and socioeconomic costs, more than any other type ofweapon. It is therefore in the interests of all parties to address the matter in a more concrete and collective manner.”
2015-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7442 (2015) · source
“In conclusion, Thailand has always believed that the four original objectives of the founding of United Nations can be achieved if all Member States fully respect and adhere to the principles enshrined in the Charter. I should like to reaffirm Thailand's commitment to fulfil our obligations as set forth by the Charter for our joint effort to maintain peace and security and to allow peace to prevail.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“To deal with those pressing issues effectively, what we need are new working methods, approaches and measures, in accordance with the Charter and international law. Thailand encourages continued discussion in various forums among Member States, the relevant United Nations organs and civil society on this important topic. National interest remains the supreme and uncompromising goal of every country and is often referred to when foreign, military, economic and even cultural policies are being formulated. However, one possible approach to prevent conflict and uproot terrorism and extremism is to realize and attach more importance to the term "mutual", where we regard equal sovereignty and rights and appreciate different values. The world today is in real need of mutual interest, mutual respect and mutual understanding.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“There continue to be the unilateral use of force and military intervention without the Security Council's authorization. All of those examples serve to clearly demonstrate that we have not yet achieved the noble goals of the United Nations and that the Charter has not been fully observed and respected. The priority of the United Nations and the international community of today is to achieve social equality, respect for and promotion of human rights, sovereign equality and tolerance to prevent the spread of extremism and terrorism. To address those key issues, some may believe that the Charter, which first came into force in 1945, may be outdated and no longer relevant. Thailand believes otherwise. The principles and provisions stipulated therein remain universal, applicable and relevant.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“Lessons learned from those tragic incidents compel us to do our utmost not to let history repeat itself. In that respect, Thailand commends the Secretary-General for his Human Rights Up Front initiative, and the relevant United Nations mechanisms for their continued efforts to protect civilians and to prevent the repetition of such horrible tragedies. We are witnessing emerging and chronic intra-national and international conflicts caused by acts of aggression, disrespect for State sovereignty and territorial integrity, and intolerance of religious faiths and cultural differences. Many innocent people are deliberately executed simply because they profess different religions, faiths and beliefs. Villagers are forced to leave their homes merely because they are of different races and tribes. Perpetrators have not been brought to justice.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“History has shown that success or failure in achieving the objectives of the United Nations heavily depends upon two key questions, among others. First, does the United Nations live up to its responsibility? Secondly, do Member States respect the principles and fulfil their obligations under the Charter of the United Nations? Allow me to give some examples. Massacres in various countries could have been prevented if the United Nations had transcended political divides so as to undertake swift responses, or if it had had adequate resources to fulfil its mandates. They could have also been prevented if the relevant Member States had adhered to the principles of the Charter to respect human and equal rights and to abide by international law.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“Thailand welcomes the timely convening of this open debate, as this year marks the seventieth anniversary of the founding of the United Nations. We thank the Secretary-General for his informative briefing. The four main purposes for the establishment ofthe United Nations are clearly and well set out in Chapter I of the Charter. During the past 70 years, the United Nations has experienced both successes and failures in achieving its original objectives. While we have made considerable progress on the development front, the maintenance of peace and security in many parts of the world and the promotion of respect for human rights and for fundamental freedoms for all, without distinction as to race, sex, language or religion, seem to have met serious challenges.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“It is our fervent hope that the findings, analyses and recommendations from that project will greatly contribute to the Security Council's high-level review on women and peace and security. In conclusion, we must not fail to protect civilians. The international community has to do its utmost. Thailand is committed in that regard: it will continue to work closely with the United Nations and the international community on that task, which allows no compromise.”
2015-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7374 (2015) · source
“At the same time, we must fully enforce the zero-tolerance policy in order to ensure that women and girls are not sexually abused or exploited by their protectors under their protection mandates. Thailand is an advocate of the women and peace and security agenda. We cannot emphasize enough the significance of the role and participation of women in peace processes. We strongly believe that women and girls are not, and must not be, victims. They are, in fact, agents of change and agents of peace. Against that backdrop, Thailand, in partnership with the International Peace Institute, will conduct a series of events focusing on women's participation in peace processes and peacekeeping operations.”
2015-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7374 (2015) · source
“Let me turn to another important aspect of the protection of women and girls in armed conflict and post-conflict settings. Thailand attaches importance to increasing the number of female peacekeepers and to the proportion of women holding senior positions in United Nations field missions, as reflected in the Secretary- General report on women and peace and security (S/2014/693). Those goals need to be achieved. We also support the mainstreaming of a gender perspective in peacekeeping operations and the provision of training on gender sensitivity before deployment in order to better address the specific needs ofwomen and girls in a conflict environment. Thailand envisages contributing more female peacekeepers and gender experts to the Security Council's roster of experts in the very near future.”
2015-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7374 (2015) · source
“When civilians are at risk, the Security Council must act decisively and in a timely manner, in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and international law. Thailand supports the Council's authorization of the 10 peacekeeping missions with protection mandates. We are also pleased to learn that the United Nations attaches importance to the development of an overarching strategy on the protection of civilians and an action plan for 2015-2016 that encompasses activities across the entire spectrum ofthe protection of civilians. Thailand stands ready to cooperate with the United Nations for the success of that important undertaking. However, Thailand emphasizes the need to ensure that the resources and capacities allocated to those missions match their mandates and activities.”
2015-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7374 (2015) · source
“The protection of civilians, particularly women and girls, is multidimensional and needs a holistic approach in order to address the whole spectrum of issues. Please allow me to address some key points in that respect. A universal guiding principle states that the protection of civilians is the primary responsibility of the host Government. However, the effective protection of civilians requires the collective efforts of all parties concerned. All parties to a conflict must honour and strictly comply with their obligations under international laws, international humanitarian law and human-rights law. Those who breach those laws and violate human rights must be held accountable. The protection of civilians is one of the core mandates of the Council.”
2015-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7374 (2015) · source
“At the outset, Thailand wishes to commend Chile for organizing this important debate and for the comprehensive concept note outlining key elements for the discussion today (S/2015/32, annex). My delegation would also like to express its appreciation to the briefers for their useful information and insights. Thailand aligns itself with the statement to be delivered later by the representative of Austria on behalf of the Human Security Network. The stakes are high at today's debate because we continue to witness civilians, particularly women and girls, bearing the brunt of armed conflicts and of post- conflict settings. They still fall victims to deliberate and indiscriminate attacks, sexual exploitation and abuse, brutal violence and systematic human-rights violations.”
2015-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7374 (2015) · source
“To mark the occasion, Thailand and the International Peace Institute will undertake a joint project entitled "Women in mediation and peace processes", focusing on the challenges and opportunities in translating the commitment of women and peace and security into practice. We also hope that the high-level review of the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) next year will lend even more impetus to the comprehensive and universal implementation of that important resolution.”
2014-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7289 (2014) · source
“In that regard, Thailand would like to express its sincere appreciation to all development partners, local and international non-governmental organizations and civil societies that have cooperated with our Government in providing assistance to displaced women and girls and to promote their empowerment. My delegation joins previous speakers in welcoming the adoption earlier this morning of presidential statement S/PRST/2014/2l. Thailand is fully committed to implementing resolution 1325 (2000) and any subsequent resolutions on this important issue. Next year will be the fifteenth anniversary of the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000).”
2014-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7289 (2014) · source
“Thailand has done that by providing them with a wide range of vocational training and income-generating projects. Refugees and displaced persons must also be equipped with the necessary skills for their voluntary return with dignity. Capacity-building and development-oriented programmes are essential for their self-reliance during their reintegration or resettlement process. Through such programmes, displaced women and girls can contribute to the reconciliation and reconstruction of their communities, peacebuilding and long-term development.”
2014-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7289 (2014) · source
“Measures to protect displaced persons from sexual violence are therefore crucial and need to be put in place immediately. Thailand recently established a legal assistance centre as well as a sexual and gender- based violence committee in the temporary shelters with the support of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees to assist those in distress and to educate them about their human and legal rights. Limited access to basic humanitarian services adds to women and girls' vulnerability. Therefore, in prolonged periods of displacement, we must ensure that women and girls have access to education and health- care services that address their specific health needs. It is essential to provide economic opportunities for displaced women and girls to enable them to become more self-sufficient and less dependent.”
2014-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7289 (2014) · source
“Thai female military observers and police officers have served in various United Nations missions in Darfur, in Liberia and in Haiti. We hope that more Thai female officers can join other United Nations missions in other parts ofthe world. The increasing presence of female humanitarian staff also contributes to a more secure, safer environment for women and girls. Thailand supports the zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation and abuse committed by United Nations personnel. It is tragic that protectors should turn into perpetrators themselves. In the case of such crimes, we call for a timely response, a transparent investigation and an end to impunity. The prevalence ofgender-based Violence in conflict and displacement settings continues to be of grave concern.”
2014-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7289 (2014) · source
“To address effectively the issue of displaced women and girls requires a comprehensive strategy that integrates security, humanitarian, development and gender perspectives. As a country that has hosted many hundreds of thousands of displaced persons from neighbouring countries in the past decades, Thailand would like to share with the Council our experience and Views in that regard. First and foremost, we must ensure the rights, safety and well-being of displaced women and girls. Against that backdrop, Thailand supports the efforts of the United Nations to mainstream gender perspectives into peacekeeping operations, to increase the number of female peacekeepers and to provide training on gender sensitivity before deployment.”
2014-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7289 (2014) · source
“Thailand welcomes this opportunity to discuss once again the issue of women and peace and security. We appreciate the comprehensive concept note (S/2014/731, annex) prepared by Argentina, outlining key issues for today's discussion. We also thank the Secretary-General for his latest report (S/2014/693). Our sincere appreciation also goes to the speakers who provided informative briefings. Thailand associates itself with the statements of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and of the Human Security Network to be delivered this afternoon. Displaced women and girls often bear the brunt of any conflict. Their plight is often made even worse by the risk of gender-based violence and sexual exploitation.”
2014-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7289 (2014) · source
“We will continue to work constructively with the international community and the appropriately mandated United Nations bodies, as well as with civil society, to better safeguard our children.”
2014-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7259 (2014) · source
“Child protection is a critical issue of common concern and requires our collective efforts and constructive cooperation. Therefore, it is essential that the relevant United Nations agencies and Member States enhance mutual respect, trust and confidence. In that light, Thailand would like to point out that the arbitrary stretchting of mandates, the reliance on inaccurate and biased information and a lack of sensitivity will not serve or nurture the spirit of cooperation. On the contrary, it can only be counter-productive, create mistrust, misdirect future policy and resources and, even worse, inadvertently place children in such situations at higher risk. In conclusion, Thailand reaffirms its decisive determination and systematic efforts to promote and protect human rights, particularly among women and children.”
2014-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7259 (2014) · source