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Barros Melet .

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first: 2014-05-22
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“Children are not only deprived of their right to education, they are also victims of violent extremism, propaganda and incitement to hatred. We must redouble our efforts to eradicate such phenomena and implement effective protection measures through a broad, not merely military, approach that addresses the root causes and establishes preventive measures by promoting a culture of peace. The success of the Children, Not Soldiers campaign is not sufficient, it must go hand in hand with the effective implementation of the action plans of committed States, with the support of the elevant partners. To that effect, we insist on the need to continue efforts to ensure that all perpetrators commit to prevent and eradicate such violations.”
2016-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7753 (2016) · source
“It is crucial that reports on this topic and lists of those responsible for the grave violations under this agenda item be based on verified, timely and impartial information, thereby avoiding double standards in their drafting. Only in that way can we ensure that the respective working group and the system at large respond to the need to protect children. Chile notes with concern the increasing use of schools and hospitals for military purposes, including the stockpiling of weapons, as well as attacks carried out against such facilities. We call for the effective implementation of resolutions 2143 (2014) and 2286 (2016) - co-sponsored by Chile - in addition to the Lucens Guidelines for Protecting Schools and Universities from Military Use during Armed Conflict, as well as the Oslo Safe Schools Declaration.”
2016-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7753 (2016) · source
“The Colombian peace process provides an good example in that connection. Similarly, we must bolster national capacities and the capacity of the Organization in order to provide it with the necessary tools to protect and reintegrate affected children, who above all should be recognized as victims, in strict compliance with the law and taking into account the special needs of girls. In that regard, we call for enhanced predeployment training for mission personnel in order to ensure that child- protection advisers have direct access to heads of missions, without confusing their role with that of human rights advisers.”
2016-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7753 (2016) · source
“We States have the primary responsibility of fighting against impunity and of prosecuting and punishing the perpetrators of atrocity crimes committed against children. Ifwe are unable or disinclined to do so, it is incumbent upon the International Criminal Court to prosecute the crimes covered by the Rome Statute. The Court's recent conviction of Jean-Pierre Bemba for crimes against humanity and war crimes, including rape, which recognizes his command responsibility, serves as a precedent in that regard. We call for reparations for victims, including children, of such atrocities through the Trust Fund that has been established for that purpose. The multidisciplinary rehabilitation and reintegration of boys and girls affected by these grave violations must be at the core of the United Nations system and of mediation and peace efforts.”
2016-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7753 (2016) · source
“Mr. Barros Melet (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): We would like to thank Malaysia for having convened this debate and for leading the Informal Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict. We welcome the recommendations of the Secretary-General and appreciate the work ost. Leila Zerrougui, Mr. Anthony Lake and their teams in preventing and eradicating the brutal violations to which children are subjected to both during and after conflicts. We align ourselves with the statement delivered by the representative of Canada on behalf of the Group of Friends of Children and Armed Conflict and with the statement delivered by the representative of Slovenia on behalf of the Human Security Network. Chile is a member of both groups. We emphatically condemn the six most egregious categories of violations that the Security Council has identified.”
2016-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7753 (2016) · source
“We call for the process of drafting resolutions and statements of the presidency include the permanent and elected members. In the case of items related to subsidiary bodies, that can be ensured through a greater role given to the respective Vice-Chairs. We reiterate that the Council's work must be inspired by transparency, fine-tuning and close cooperation with the General Assembly, including in regard to the appointment of the Secretary-General, thereby ensuring an open and inclusive process leading to the adoption of decisions on this issue and the drafting of the appointment by the General Assembly. To close, although the use of the veto does not constitute a method of work in itself, it has negative repercussions on the unity of the Council and its work, perpetuating the imbalance of power between the permanent and elected members.”
2016-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7740 (2016) · source
“The use of these meetings could be enhanced through concept notes promoting assessment and foresight. The January wrap-up session (see S/PV.7616), under the presidency of Uruguay, was a successful example. It is only through familiar formats and clear rules that we will guarantee the transparency and accountability of this organ. While we support the informal briefings convened by the presidency, they should not replace the formal wrap- up sessions but reinforce and complement them. We note with concern the tendency to confuse these complementary formats, as informal briefings are primarily an instrument for the accountability primarily of each presidency, while the formal wrap-up is a collective and public work of the Council as a whole.”
2016-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7740 (2016) · source
“Chile firmly supports the convening of formal and public wrap-up sessions in the Chamber, with the participation of all Council members. That format provides an official record and translation, which ensure transparency, the dissemination of the Council's work and its statistical analysis, which is conducive to accountability. Such meetings should be oriented to public evaluation and as a projection of emerging issues, and constitute an important instrument for the participation of the elected 10, and should therefore be safeguarded. With regard to their frequency, these meetings should take place at least at the beginning and end of the membership of the elected 10 in order to provide a space where they can share their priorities and assess their tenures.”
2016-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7740 (2016) · source
“Concerning the repertoire of initiatives, the general rule must be the selection of priority themes or those relating to necessary preventive actions, avoiding the misuse ofthe Council for purposes outside its functions. Public debates should be oriented by concept notes focused on promoting exchanges of ideas with clear objectives to prevent unnecessary rhetoric. The concept note prepared for this debate (S/2016/585, annex) is a good example of that. Procedural economy should not be at the expense of diversity. Accordingly, we recommend that joint statements of members of the Council be issued with caution. Collective formats should not replace the individual role of the elected members, whose opinions provide necessary perspectives that are often left out of group declarations, thereby hindering inclusive decision-making.”
2016-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7740 (2016) · source
“Mr. Barros Melet (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): We thank Japan for convening this debate and for its excellent leadership of the Council's work and of the Informal Working Group on Documentation and Other Procedural Matters. Chile supports the statement made by the representatives of the Islamic Republic of Iran on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement and of Switzerland on behalf of Accountability, Coherence and Transparency group, to which we belong. We shall therefore address three key areas that our recent experience in the Council recommends for improving interactivity, decision-making outcomes, inclusion and accountability.”
2016-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7740 (2016) · source
“In conclusion, we reiterate the commitment of the Government of Chile to the strengthening of the institutions and development of Haiti and its people, which has been reflected in our close bilateral cooperation and participation in MINUSTAH since its beginning, as well as in other forums for South-South, regional and international cooperation.”
2016-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7651 (2016) · source
“It is positive that the Mission and the country team advance in the consolidation of tasks that will be undertaken by the Haitian Government under the principle of national ownership. Notwithstanding the current difficulties, we must not lose our perspective. Haiti has made tremendous progress in various areas and has overcome tragedies such as the 2010 earthquake, during which the Haitian people displayed commendable resilience. In that, the international community, particularly the United Nations, through its agencies, funds and programmes, and MINUSTAH, has played a fundamental role. The challenge now is to maintain the progress achieved.”
2016-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7651 (2016) · source
“The political crisis diverted the attention required by humanitarian crisis and had an impact on development spending, which is more complex in a context of declining international funding. We reiterate our particular concern about the situation of food insecurity. We hope that the efforts to eliminate cholera will continue and, in that regard, there is a need for a long-term perspective, especially in connection with providing clean water and sanitation. With regard to the reconfiguration of MINUSTAH, we note the recommendation of the Secretary-General to carry out the strategic assessment called for in resolution 2243 (2015), once the electoral process is completed. We reiterate that, as a matter of principle, that process should properly take into the views of the troop- contributing countries.”
2016-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7651 (2016) · source
“The political context must improve, given the repercussions in areas that affect the entire Haitian society, such as economic and social development, the security situation and the humanitarian spehere. The security environment continued to be influenced by the electoral process. We are especially concerend about the escalation in violence in the days leading up to the signing of the political agreement of 5 February. That made it necessary to deploy the full potential of the Haitian National Police and the important support of the United Nations Stabailization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH). We hope that the Haitian National Police witll meet its strategic development plan for the period 2012-2016.”
2016-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7651 (2016) · source
“Mr. Barros Melet (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): We appreciate the briefing of Special Representative of the Secretary General for Haiti Sandra Honore. Chile associates itself with the statement made by the Permanent Representative of Peru, Ambassador Gustavo Meza-Cuadra, on behalf of the Group of Friends of Haiti. As other delegations have noted, we too are concerned about the political situation in Haiti. It is essential to maintain and strengthen the space for dialogue that led to the agreement on 5 February, which all actors should undertake with responsibility. The provisions of the agreement must be implemented with the aim of concluding without delay the electoral process begun in 2015. Given the transitional nature of the current Government, we must bear in mind the need to return to the appropriate institutional channels.”
2016-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7651 (2016) · source
“In conclusion, we hope that today's debate will lead to greater political support for protecting civilians according to the provisions of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“We urge the Council to implement resolutions 2122 (2013) and 2242 (2015) by convening the informal group of experts on women and peace and security to better attend to the task. Similarly, the situation of children and armed conflict deserves special attention. We call for the implementation of resolution 2143 (2014) and other relevant resolutions to ensure the protection and non-military use of schools and universities during conflicts, according to the Lucens Guidelines and the Oslo Safe Schools Declaration. There exists a responsibility to combat impunity and prosecute and punish those responsible for crimes perpetrated against civilians. If States are unable or unwilling to prosecute alleged perpetrators, it will fall to the International Criminal Court to deal with such crimes, under the Rome Statute.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“The political and humanitarian signals that the Security Council sends should reaffirm the importance of human rights, first and foremost, and assess information provided by missions themselves and by civil society. Enhanced coordination among the Council, troop- and police-contributing countries and the Secretariat would help to better protect civilians. Troops should be properly trained and missions should include gender advisers and advisers on protecting women, children and human rights as an independent category to ensure that vulnerable people are protected and that their special needs are met. We acknowledge the particular challenges that women and girls face. The implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) and other relevant resolutions, as well as the recommendations of the global study thereon will undoubtedly help to protect them.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“The responsibility to protect civilians because a State is unable or unwilling to take action to ensure respect for human rights and international humanitarian law is a key element in the response from the Organization and Council. The code of conduct on the non-use of the veto in situations of genocide, crimes against humanity or war crimes, prepared by the Accountability, Coherence and Transparency group, of which my country is a member, and the French-Mexican statement on the issue, which we have endorsed, are concrete proposals in the right direction. The reports of the ongoing review processes contain similar recommendations. We acknowledge the need to strengthen early-warning mechanisms and the role that regional and subregional organizations play in the effort.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“Mr. Barros Melet (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): We thank the Uruguayan presidency for having convened today's debate and for having prepared the concept note (S/2016/22, annex ). We also thank the Deputy Secretary General, the Vice-President of the International Committee of the Red Cross and the Senior Humanitarian Policy Advisor of Oxfam for their briefings. My delegation aligns itself with the statements made by the Permanent Representative of Slovenia on behalf of the Human Security Network and by the Permanent Representative of Iran on behalf of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries. Civilians continue to be affected most by armed conflict. Their protection is one of the issues that the Security Council must continue to prioritize, particularly in its decisions related to actions taken by the players in a conflict.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“The critical situations on the Council's agenda require additional efforts to make it possible to respond in a timely fashion to the needs brought to its attention and to deal with the abuses and violations of human rights and international humanitarian law, guaranteeing and ensuring that it will fight against impunity and reconciliation on situations for which we assume responsibility.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7597 (2015) · source
“We hope that the Council's transparency will continue to be reflected in the formal wrap-up sessions in the Council Chamber, so as to allow Members States to participate equally and record their statements, which can accompany the respective presidency's informal briefing, interactively updated during his term. We trust that the Council will continue its in-depth focus on the protection of civilians and the most vulnerable populations and on resolution 1325 (2000) and subsequent resolutions that maintain efforts to eradicate the use and recruitment of children, accompanied by the troop-contributing countries, all within the perspective of the contribution that inclusive development makes to the maintenance of international peace and security.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7597 (2015) · source
“I would like to thank my colleagues, the Permanent Representatives and their teams, the whole United Nations system, particularly the Secretariat, the staff of the Security Council Affairs Division, the interpreters and naturally, civil society, which has provided us their perspectives on the ground. Although we must continue moving forward to address the effectiveness, transparency and coherence of the Council, I believe we have contributed to achieving that, in such measures as the adoption of the code of conduct, the declaration on abstention from the use of the veto, and the recent joint draft letter of 16 November from the Presidents of the General Assembly and the Council aimed at moving forward on the process of appointing the next Secretary-General.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7597 (2015) · source
“In 2016, Chile will host a training course for the focal points in the region, and we, together with Colombia, will undertake the development of a voluntary national plan of action and a peer review. We also recently coordinated a retreat for Working Group I on international monitoring and implementation. For us, it is a matter of commitment, because whatever any Member State does or does not do can have an impact on collective security. As Chile's term as a non-permanent member of the Security Council for 2014 and 2015 will end in a few days, we would like to express our gratitude to all those who have supported us in our effort to contribute to maintaining international peace and security.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7597 (2015) · source
“Those are issues to consider in the comprehensive review. The challenge that the resolution dealt with when it was adopted has changed. In the course of the comprehensive review, the Council will need to assess whether it would be appropriate to agree, for example, on a new mandate for the Committee and its Panel of Experts that would grant them greater flexibility to act more proactively. Indeed, a preliminary analysis of the data reveals a disparity in the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004) among the various regional groups. It is therefore necessary to enable a more flexible and proactive role that would include a regional focus on assistance and cooperation. It is also important to focus on the financing of proliferation, a topic on which much remains to be done.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7597 (2015) · source
“In this period, we have managed to raise the awareness of the international community about the terrorist threat and the serious dangers of proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, thus facilitating implementation, assistance and cooperation. While we have made progress in implementing resolution 1540 (2004), there remains much to be done, so we need to take advantage of the political opportunity offered in 2016, when the Comprehensive Review of the Status of Implementation of Resolution 1540 (2004) is carried out, in accordance with paragraph 3 of resolution 1977 (2011). The resolution requests the same of all States, but no country is the same as another. On the other hand, many countries have reported on the measures adopted, but we know that the adoption of measures does not necessarily imply proper implementation.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7597 (2015) · source
“Mr. Barros Melet (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): Chile would like to thank you, Madam, for convening this open meeting to examine the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004), and we would like to commend the work of the Ambassador of Spain in the Security Council's non-proliferation committees. Resolution 1540 (2004) was a milestone whose drafting my country contributed to in its prior membership on the Security Council. We value the fact that under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations it responds to the threat of the proliferation of nuclear, chemical and biological weapons in the hands of non-State actors. Almost 12 years later, the threat continues to be as present as ever, and the very idea that non-State agents could have access to weapons of mass destruction is a source of great concern.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7597 (2015) · source
“We hope that we have contributed, through our actions in the Council, to ensuring due respect for the humanitarian needs and protection of the civilian population affected by the conflict, including children, and we call on the Council to continue to work towards the implementation of resolution 1612 (2005) and subsequent relevant resolutions, and well as towards the eradication of the use and recruitment of children in Yemen. We hope that the international community will not fail the Yemeni people and that it will support them in creating the conditions that will help them establish a stable, tolerant, inclusive and democratic system.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7596 (2015) · source
“We also reiterate our support for the work of the Special Envoy. Only through a political solution can the crisis in Yemen come to a sustainable end, thereby making it possible to address the institutional, economic, humanitarian and security challenges faced by the country. With regard to the latter, we must not lose sight of the threat posed by Al-Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula. Given that this will probably be our last opportunity to refer to the matter within the context of our two-year tenure as a member of the Council, we wish to note how deeply moved we are by the conflict in Yemen, having seen first-hand the disappointment of the dreams of the women and men who in 2011 aspired to build a better country.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7596 (2015) · source
“We support the recommendation of the High Commissioner pertaining to the establishment of an impartial and independent mechanism to investigate all allegations of violations and abuses of international human rights law and violations of international humanitarian law. We thank the agencies, funds and programmes of the United Nations and its partners for their efforts to address the humanitarian needs in Yemen. Nevertheless, we must not forget that humanitarian assistance relieves the symptoms of the conflict without curing the underlying problem. We reiterate that a political solution is the only remedy for the latter. We call on the parties to constructively resume direct negotiations in January without preconditions. Such negotiations would be a step in the right direction.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7596 (2015) · source
“We condemn the use by all parties of explosive weapons in densely populated areas and their serious consequences on the civilian population and Yemeni infrastructure, including schools and hospitals. In particular, we condemn indiscriminate aerial attacks and the use of schools for military purposes, in violation of resolution 2143 (2014), and the possible use of cluster munitions. In the absence of a political solution and a definitive ceasefire it is urgent that we reiterate the call on the parties to the conflict to respect international law. For its part, the international community should promote justice and accountability.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7596 (2015) · source
“Mr. Barros Melet (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): We welcome the initiative of the United States to convene this public meeting. We thank the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Yemen, Mr. Ismail Ould Sheik Ahmed; United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Mr. Zeid Ra'ad Al Hussein; and Assistant Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Deputy Emergency Relief Coordinator, Ms. Kyung- wha Kang, for their briefings. The information provided by the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs and other stakeholders reveals the serious deterioration of the situation in Yemen, in particular the humanitarian situation. We note with alarm reports of actions that may constitute serious violations of international humanitarian law and international human rights law.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7596 (2015) · source
“Our gratitude also goes out to the leadership of those offices, as well as to Mr. Miguel de Serpa Soares and Mr. Stephen Mathias and his colleagues Mr. Paul Oertly, Ms. Ana Peyros, Ms. Tiyanjana Mphepo and Ms. Philomena Cleobury.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7593 (2015) · source
“It was with great pleasure that we attended the closure of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda. We also noted the progress made and the ongoing challenges in contributing to the fight against impunity on the part of both the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia and the Mechanism. My country is convinced that cooperation on the completion strategy represents one of the most direct ways of contributing to international justice in cases of crimes against humanity. Our commitment therefore remains intact. I would like to conclude by reiterating our appreciation to all who have contributed to the functioning of the Tribunals and the Mechanism, with a special mention of the constant support of the Secretariat and the Office of the Assistant Secretary- General for Legal Affairs.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7593 (2015) · source
“Following the meeting, the Chair of the Group raised the possibility of submitting additional written questions without need for further consultations. Finally, taking into account the exchange of views concerning the operation of the Mechanism in its first few years of existence, members of the Informal Working Group considered it important that the text of the draft resolution on this issue refer to the recommendations that emerged from that dialogue. The text of the draft resolution before us reflects the views and recommendations expressed by the Working Group during the review process. This draft resolution will likely mark the end of Chile's term as Chair of the Informal Working Group on International Tribunals for the period 2014 to 2015.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7593 (2015) · source
“Following several meetings ofthe Informal Working Group on International Tribunals, on 16 November the Security Council adopted presidential statement S/PRST/20lS/2l. That statement constitutes a veritable road map towards meeting the provisions of resolution 1966 (2010). A special report was then prepared by the Mechanism itself, as well as one by the Office of Internal Oversight Services. The Informal Working Group took up both reports at a special meeting held in December. On that ocassion, the first in series of comments and questions were transmitted to the Mechanism's officials for their prompt response. At the last formal meeting of the Informal Working Group, on 7 December, Mechanism President Theodor Meron and Prosecutor Hassan Jallow comprehensively answered the questions raised by the various members.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7593 (2015) · source
“Mr. Barros Melet (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): The draft resolution (S/20lS/1005) presented today for adoption in the area of international justice encompasses two central aspects of the work of the ad hoc tribunals and the Residual Mechanism. The first pertains to the extension of the mandates of judges and the Prosecutor of the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia, which is absolutely necessary in the context of the completion strategy. The second has to do with the launching and conclusion of the first review process of the Mechanism, in accordance with resolution 1966 (2010). Having taken on the unprecedented task of leading the first review process of the Residual Mechanism, allow me to refer to the various stages of the process, which will conclude today with the adoption of this draft resolution.”
2015-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7593 (2015) · source
“We hope that we have contributed to that work in our activities in the Council, particularly with regard to the role of women and the eradication of the practice of the recruitment of child combatants.”
2015-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7591 (2015) · source
“The United Nations system, and the Council in particular, must be untiring in its commitment to the people and the Government of Afghanistan, so that we can comprehensively address together the various challenges facing Afghanistan. Chile will seek to contribute, in various bodies, to the efforts of the United Nations aimed at peacebuilding and fostering stability in Afghanistan, so that that nation can advance in achieving inclusive and sustainable development. Given that this is the last time that we will speak on this topic in our capacity as a non-permament member of the Security Council, we would like to convey Chile's gratitude to the staff and leadership of UNAMA for the work that they carry out.”
2015-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7591 (2015) · source
“The emergence of the self-styled Islamic State in Afghanistan as a new armed non-State actor has rendered the security situation even more complicated and dangerous, representing a serious obstacle to the peace process, the protection ofcivilians and the delivery of humanitarian assistance. It goes hand-in-hand with the destabilizing effect of the growing clashes between the various factions of the Taliban. We hope that the adoption today of resolution 2555 (2015) and of resolution 2253 (2015) last Thursday will complement national efforts aimed at appropriately addressing the actions of those individuals and organizations that seek to profit from the aforementioned destabilization.”
2015-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7591 (2015) · source
“Interaction and dialogue with local representatives is one way of contributing to building and fostering trust and of disseminating messages of tolerance and understanding, which we believe to be core elements, if progress is to be made in the peace process and if stability is to be promoted in areas affected by the conflict. We hail President Ghani's decision to adopt the recommendation of the Special Electoral Reform Commission, which seeks to re-establish the quota of seats set aside for women at 25 per cent in elections to provincial and district councils. We firmly believe that it is essential to increase the participation and leadership of Afghan women in society, in order to establish a lasting peace.”
2015-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7591 (2015) · source
“We hope that that conference will develop into a standing body, promoting national reconciliation and contributing to fighting violent extremism. We are grateful for the support and assistance provided by UNAMA to the holding of the conference, which was a UNAMA-led initiative for the consolidation of peace. The ceasefire agreement between the Government and local stakeholders in Baghlan province also deserves our support and backing. We would like to express our wish that that agreement will last and even be replicated in various other regions of the country.”
2015-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7591 (2015) · source
“The security situation has profoundly impacted the civilian population, and the earthquake of 26 October has further exacerbated the humanitarian situation, causing the mass displacement ofpersons, particularly in the north- east of Afghanistan. The international community must stand ready to respond favourably to humanitarian appeals and support the process of development in that country. We would like to underscore the importance of Afghan-led initiatives aimed at promoting inter-ethnic and interreligious dialogue. For that reason, we attach particular importance to the convening of the first Ulema National Conference in Kabul on 12 October. The Ulema Conference brought together leaders from all parts of the country to discuss the peace process and issues of national interest.”
2015-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7591 (2015) · source
“The seizure of the city of Kunduz represents a worrying setback in the situation. Against that backdrop, we welcome the provision of security assistance to support the Afghan National Security Forces. The cooperation of the international community in the areas of development, infrastructure and the peace process has been significant and reflects an essential multi-dimensional focus for supporting the Government and the people of Afghanistan. All such support must be accompanied by national efforts, and we therefore hope that the Government will soon appoint a Minister for Defence and an Attorney General as soon as possible. The humanitarian situation cannot be ignored.”
2015-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7591 (2015) · source
“Mr. Barros Melet (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): We thank the Special Representative of the Secretary- General and Head of United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), Mr. Nicholas Haysom, for his briefing. We would also like to express our gratitude to the new Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Afghanistan, Mr. Mahmoud Saikal, for his first briefing to the Council. We reiterate our condemnation of the terrorist attack in the vicinity of the Embassy of Spain in Kabul on 11 December and convey our condolences to the families of the victims and to the Governments of Spain and Afghanistan. We note with deep-rooted concern that the security situation in the country has deteriorated over the past few months, owing to the increase in the number of attacks perpetrated by the Taliban and other insurgent groups.”
2015-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7591 (2015) · source
“Nevertheless, a political solution will remain distant so long as the militarization of the conflict continues. We therefore call for an end to the supply and flow of weapons to all parties.”
2015-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7588 (2015) · source
“State institutions must remain intact to avoid situations where the erosion or collapse of institutions leads to catastrophic consequences for the civilian population. Terrorism, which has greatly affected Syria and many other countries, must be fought in a united manner similar to the valued unity with which the Council has addressed the terrorist threat in recent weeks. However, terrorism should not be an impediment to the political process. We have said here in the Chamber that a political solution is the only way to deal with the humanitarian crisis. We must not forget that the civilian population, including millions of children, has been the most affected of all in almost five years of conflict. Nor can we think oflasting peace withoutjustice, accountability and reconciliation.”
2015-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7588 (2015) · source
“However, the next step is to overcome the existing substantive differences and, as noted by the Secretary-General, to be able to reduce them and build areas of shared understanding. We believe that all Syrian actors who are willing to reach a political solution for lasting peace should be brought together in an inclusive manner. The Geneva communique (S/2012/522, annex) is clear: there must be a political process led by the Syrians themselves. That also involves the active and proportionate participation of women. The parties have an obligation to the Syrian people to commit firmly to reaching an agreement, and our role as the international community is to support that. Any political solution must preserve the independence, sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity of the Syrian Arab Republic.”
2015-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7588 (2015) · source
“Mr. Barros Melet (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): We welcome the presence of United States Secretary of State John Kerry, as well as ofthe Ministers and Deputy Ministers who have joined us today. We hope that resolution 2254 (2015) contributes to the ceasefire and the start of a process of formal negotiations to achieve a lasting political settlement in Syria. My delegation would have appreciated having more time to consider the text of the resolution. The recent meetings of the International Syria Support Group are a step forward towards dialogue, bringing together at the same table the relevant international and regional actors with influence on the parties in conflict.”
2015-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7588 (2015) · source
“However, we note with concern the tendency to confuse wrap-up sessions carried out by the Council with the informal briefings that should be conducted by the President. Both have different formats and objectives. The first involves the work of the Council, and second that of the presidency, which reports on its work. It is only through well- known formats and clear rules that we will guarantee tthe ransparency and accountability of this organ. Finally, I would like to express my gratitude to those who extended support to me throughout my chairmanship. I urge the Security Council to continue working to put an end to impunity, but always hand in hand with due process. I would also like to express the best of luck to the countries that will succeed me in my role as Chair of the two subsidiary bodies and of the Working Group.”
2015-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7586 (2015) · source