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Bermudez

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first: 2016-01-13
most recent: 2017-11-16
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“It is paradoxical, frustrating and even sad to see so many roadblocks to a mechanism that was established by the Council itself only two years ago (see S/PV.7501). For serious crimes, such as those the JIM tries to investigate, not investigating is tantamount to concealing. We repeat that these abhorrent crimes must not go unpunished, whoever the perpetrators. We call on all members of the Council to continue to work on garnering consensus with a view to extending the work of the Mechanism.”
2017-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8105 (2017) · source
“In fact, to date, the Mechanism has attributed responsibility for the use of banned chemical weapons to agents in the Syrian Government and to Da'esh terrorists. These are serious crimes for which there can be no impunity. Through the JIM's investigation, we have been able to determine, in many of those cases, who was behind the use of such weapons. But once again, in February the Council was also unable to adopt a resolution to sanction the responsible parties (see S/PV.7893). That is why we reiterate our position - which is shared by the almost 120 signatory parties to the Code of Conduct promoted by the Accountability, Coherence and Transparency group - that Council members that enjoy veto privileges should abstain from its use in the case of atrocious crimes, such as the attacks currently under investigation by the JIM.”
2017-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8105 (2017) · source
“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): Uruguay regrets that for the second time in less than a month, the Security Council has been unable to renew the mandate of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons-United Nations Joint Investigative Mechanism (JIM). In my country's view, the JIM. has been an invaluable instrument for carrying out investigations for the two past years on the responsibility for incidents in Syria in which the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons established that chemical weapons had been used against the civilian population. Time and again, we have expressed in the Chamber our total confidence in the serious, independent, impartial and objective work of the JIM, whatever the conclusions it reaches in its investigations.”
2017-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8105 (2017) · source
“The new Libyan Political Agreement, together with the United Nations action plan, will have to be a central part of the solution to the urgent and huge challenges facing Libya. They include fighting terrorism and addressing the very serious humanitarian, economic and security crises affecting millions of persons.”
2017-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8104 (2017) · source
“We reiterate that in seeking solutions to this problem, we should prioritize the human rights of migrants and refugees, avoiding treating them as criminals. Only the political and institutional stabilization of Libya will allow for any significant reduction in that phenomenon. To conclude, we confirm our support for the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and for the role of UNSMIL. We encourage him to continue working closely with Prime Minister Serraj and the Presidency Council of the Government of National Accord and with the other parties in Libya in order to agree upon an appropriate framework to address the country's current situation, pave the way for a revival of the political process and reduce violence.”
2017-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8104 (2017) · source
“who have taken advantage of the institutional and security vacuum to carry out their criminal and terrorist activities that affect not only Libya, but also its neighbours in the region and beyond. From a geopolitical standpoint, achieving peace and stability in Libya is crucial for the Maghreb and other regions in the continent. We remain concerned about the desperate situation facing migrants who use Libya as a country of transit on the way to Europe. Hundreds of thousands of sub-Saharan migrants are in Libya as we speak, hoping for a chance to attempt to cross the Mediterranean. They are subject to abuse and very serious violations of their human rights. In the last few hours, there have been reports once again on the sale of slaves in Libya. That is a reprehensible fact that must be unanimously condemned.”
2017-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8104 (2017) · source
“I would like to highlight here the fight against terrorism, which still has centres of power in Libya, as well as the need to address the serious humanitarian crisis and to cooperate with the European authorities to tackle trafficking in persons and arms smuggling. The Violence that continues over vast swathes of the Libyan territory - particularly in Derna, which was subjected to siege and air strikes costing the lives of dozens of civilians - can only lead to escalating the conflict and undermining efforts under way to reactivate the Libyan Political Agreement. The reigning chaos in recent years in Libya has fomented actions of extremists and armed militias.”
2017-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8104 (2017) · source
“Salame' to work closely with the Libyan authorities to agree on the amendments required in the Libyan Political Agreement so that the Agreement can be used as a framework to bring peace and unity to the country, to extend the control of the legitimate Libyan Government to the whole territory, and to urgently meet the multiple challenges it faces. That is the only way the Presidency Council of the Government of National Accord will be able to extend its authority, curb the new wave of violence, preserve its legitimacy and provide security and essential services to the Libyan people.”
2017-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8104 (2017) · source
“Uruguay has always stated that it welcomes any unilateral, regional or multilateral initiative that proposes solutions to this and any other conflict. In that connection, we commend the meeting convened by France in July that led to an agreement on the cessation of hostilities and on the holding of elections in 2018. We hope that what was agreed on at that occasion will be carried out. We also welcome the meetings of the joint drafting committee of members of the House of Representatives and the High State Council at the request of the Special Representative. Those are all transcendental measure to promote trust and progress towards national reconciliation, which must be followed by specific actions on the ground. We encourage Mr.”
2017-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8104 (2017) · source
“Uruguay calls on the all parties in the Libyan conflict to be calm and moderate, while we reiterate that the only solution to the conflict is through political means and negotiation among the parties. The way out will be through all Libyans, the product of inclusive negotiations that enable a scheduled political process leading to the holding of elections while protecting the country from any authoritarianism. In that sense, we support the action plan presented by Secretary-General Antenio Guterres and his Special Representative to revive the political process in Libya under the facilitation and leadership of the United Nations. The Security Council should continue giving its support to Prime Minister Serraj and the Presidency Council of the Government of National Accord to enable them to fulfil the Libyan Political Agreement.”
2017-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8104 (2017) · source
“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): We would like to thank you, Mr. President, forjoining us here in the Council today and for presiding over our work. We also wish to thank Mr. Mohamed Siala, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Libya; Mr. Ghassan Salame, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL); and Ambassador Olof Skoog, Permanent Representative of Sweden, in his capacity as Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) concerning Libya, for their detailed briefings. The stabilization and resolution of the protracted conflict in Libya remains a priority for the Security Council.”
2017-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8104 (2017) · source
“Regarding the latter, we welcome the measures being taken to address the difficult economic situation in Darfur, such as the lifting of the unilateral sanctions imposed by the United States on the Sudan. We also believe that the time has come for the sanctions imposed by the Security Council to be lifted. In closing, we commend the progress made in reconfiguring UNAMID. We must strengthen the capacities of the United Nations country team so as to ensure the successful withdrawal of the hybrid operation. This must be ajoint effort ofthe Government and interested parties, together with the United Nations. We thank UNAMID for its dedication and efforts in seeking to restore peace in Darfur.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“We believe that the success of these processes is necessary to ensure lasting peace and that we must avoid any possible division while encouraging the engagement of the civilian population and militia with this process. This governmental campaign, which is in line with the peacebuilding process led by the United Nations, needs the support of the international community. Today, the Sudan requires the joint work of the African Union, the United Nations and the international community in general in order to pursue its development and peacebuilding efforts in Darfur. It is critical to ensure State authority over its entire territory; that the rule of law is established; that institutions, the police and justice are strengthened; and that processes of reconciliation and development projects are promoted.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“We support the efforts of the World Health Organization, UNICEF and humanitarian workers to contain the situation and urge them to cooperate and facilitate their work so as to help those affected as effectively as possible. We must also continue our efforts to improve the humanitarian situation for the internally displaced. Although the cases of abuse, human rights violations and other crimes have decreased compared with the previous period, we must redouble our efforts to put a stop to cases of illegal detention and violence against women and girls, particularly sexual and gender-based Violence, and promote access to justice for women. It is clear that one of the major current challenges ahead lies in reducing tensions surrounding the weapons collection, demobilization and reintegration promoted by the Government.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“There have been no obstructions of aerial movements, humanitarian activities have not been significantly restricted, and in Jebel Marra progress has even been made in obtaining visas and authorizing the passage of cargoes from Port Sudan, as well as preparations for establishing an operations base in Golo. That is all significant progress. While some problems will still have to be addressed, there have been clear improvements. We encourage the Government to continue its cooperation with UNAMID in accordance with the status of forces agreement. Thirdly, the relative stability in the humanitarian situation and the fact that no major displacements have been reported in Darfur is a good sign. However, the spread of disease and the effects of flooding are worrying.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“We must settle the differences regarding the Document and we call on the non-signatory parties to engage in constructive dialogue with the Government. In that regard, we commend the initiatives taken by Mr. Thabo Mbeki, the Chairperson of the African Union High-level Implementation Panel tasked with implementing the recommendations for the Sudan and South Sudan, and Mr. Jeremiah Mamabolo, the Joint Special Representative for Darfur, together with all the staff of UNAMID and Mr. Nicholas Haysom, the Special Envoy for Sudan and South Sudan. Secondly, we would like to underscore the improvements in the operating environment and the decrease in obstructions to the free movement of UNAMID and humanitarian personnel, as well as in crime.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“In the first place, the fact that there were no clashes between the Sudanese Government and rebel groups in Darfur during this period is a major improvement, enabling the parties to focus their efforts on the political process, address the root causes of the conflict and promote development and peacebuilding in Darfur. We appreciate the Government's efforts to promote the implementation of the Doha Document for Peace in Darfur. As we have frequently said, the only possible solution to the situation in Darfur is through a political process that can enable the parties to resolve their pending issues, especially disputes about land ownership and management, intercommunal conflicts, disarming the civilian population and the militia, and a permanent ceasefire.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“Llorentty Soliz (Plurinational State of Bolivia) (Spoke in Spanish): We thank the Assistant Secretary- General for Peacekeeping Operations, Ms. Bintou Keita, for her presentation of the report of the Secretary- General on the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) (S/2017/907) and for the progress that has been made in implementing the recommendations established in the wake of the latest strategic review of UNAMID. We want to highlight some of the positive aspects mentioned in the report, which we see as the result of the joint efforts of the African Union, the Government of the Sudan and the United Nations.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“We therefore urge the Government of the Sudan to step up its efforts to remove the remaining operational restrictions, fulfil all its obligations in that regard and maintain the positive spirit that characterized UNAMID's review process. Although the Mission is in a drawdown phase, we want to highlight the important and still necessary role that it plays in protecting civilians, for example by monitoring human rights violations, conducting daily patrols and supporting mediation in intercommunal conflicts. In conclusion, I would like to express Uruguay's appreciation to all UNAMID personnel, the United Nations country team in the Sudan and the humanitarian workers who work tirelessly and often in difficult conditions to achieve sustainable peace in Darfur. Mr.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“We reiterate once again that the cooperation ofthe Sudanese Government with the Security Council and UNAMID is essential to the success of this transition. In that connection, I should acknowledge the Government's cooperation and support in the repatriation of uniformed units and the closure of operations bases. We call for finalizing the preparations for the establishment of a temporary operations base in Golo. We also note that the general environment in which UNAMID is operating has continued to show signs of improvement and that we have seen a drop in the crime rate and in restrictions on movement. However, the Mission is still dealing with various logical challenges that continue to hamper its work, including delays in issuing visas, especially for human rights workers.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“My delegation believes it is critical that the Government of the Sudan and the armed movements abide by their unilateral declarations on the cessation of hostilities and move on to the next steps in the peace process, facilitated by the African Union High-level Implementation Panel with support from the Special Envoy for Sudan and South Sudan and the Joint Special Representative and Head of UNAMID. Progress in those areas would help to create the conditions needed to effectively address root causes ofthe conflict such as intercommunal conflicts and to safely return the more than 2 million internally displaced persons in Darfur to their homes. We are pleased that UNAMID is moving ahead with the reconfiguration process, in accordance with the Council's decision in resolution 2363 (2017).”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): I would first like to thank the Assistant Secretary- General for Peacekeeping Operations, Ms. Bintou Keita, for her presentation of the report of the Secretary- General (S/2017/907), and to take this opportunity to congratulate her on her successful work. Uruguay emphasizes the report's message that while there have been no open clashes between Sudanese Government forces and armed groups in recent months, the security and human rights situation in Darfur is still unstable. We should also point out that the principal remaining flashpoints continue to be intercommunal clashes and hostilities, despite the reconciliation efforts by the local authorities with the support of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) and the United Nations country team.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“Respect for each community, its culture and religious beliefs, as well as policies aimed at protecting minorities, are essential to consolidating peace. Truth, justice, reconciliation, security, equal rights, guarantees and inclusive processes constitute the foundation for sustainable peace. We appreciate the work that UNMIK is carrying out on the ground, the European Union as a facilitator of the dialogue, and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe as a cooperating partner, and acknowledge the work of all the relevant United Nations agencies, funds and programmes.”
2017-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8100 (2017) · source
“Respect for the culture and religious beliefs of each community, as well as policies aimed at protecting minorities, are fundamental for achieving reconciliation and peaceful coexistence, and will contribute to the return of internally displaced persons who, according to the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, numbered 16,418 as of September. Addressing the issue of internally displaced persons will be necessary so as to achieve post-conflict reconciliation. We appreciate the round table held in Geneva in August as a follow-up to the issue of missing persons. Progress must be made in that area as time and the age of those involved are working against achieving an outcome. The families of missing persons have the right to the truth and justice. It is an urgent and basic matter of humanitarian law.”
2017-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8100 (2017) · source
“Moving forward the commitments already made will contribute to achieving stability at the international and national levels, and improving the living conditions and development of individuals so that they can reach their full potential. We firmly believe in the path that leads to reconciliation, and we way we must continue working in that direction. The renewal of the dialogue would be laudable. I would like to dwell on several aspects related to human rights that we believe are essential to achieving reconciliation among the various communities living in Kosovar territory, namely, the protection of cultural property, mutual respect for the communities' differences and setting up conditions that will allow for the return of internally displaced persons.”
2017-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8100 (2017) · source
“As my delegation has indicated on previous occasions, I would like to point out that, as a country that has traditionally championed diplomacy and the peaceful resolution of disputes, Uruguay considers the European Union (EU)- facilitated dialogue between Pristina and Belgrade essential. In that regard, we express our full support for that process. With regard to the events of the past several months, we urge the political leaders to promptly resume the Belgrade-Pristina political dialogue and compliance with the agreements already reached. The dialogue's hiatus and delays in implementing international agreements are a source of tensions and distrust between the neighbouring countries.”
2017-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8100 (2017) · source
“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): I thank the Special Representative of the Secretary- General and Head of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK), Mr. Zahir Tanin, for his briefing and his presentation of the report of the Secretary-General (S/2017/911). I also thank First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Serbia, Mr. Ivica Daeic', and Ms. Vlora Citaku for their statements, and the Italian presidency for convening this open meeting. Uruguay advocates for the respect of the principle of sovereignty and territorial integrity of Serbia, as well as for compliance with resolution 1244 (1999). In the same vein, it advocates for political dialogue and constructive approaches that can lead to solutions that promote progress and stability in the region.”
2017-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8100 (2017) · source
“As such, the resolution addresses the sanctions regime imposed on Somalia and does not dissociate the two regimes. Voting against it would have called into question the sanctions regime currently in force for Somalia. For that reason Uruguay voted in favour of the proposal.”
2017-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8099 (2017) · source
“Although in its report (S/2OI7/925) the Monitoring Group on Somalia and Eritrea highlights the fact that for the fourth consecutive year no conclusive evidence of Eritrean support for Al-Shabaab in Somalia has been found, Uruguay believes that if Eritrea were to allow the Monitoring Group to visit the country, verify the lack of support for armed groups and ascertain the fate of prisoners of war, the Council would be in a position to reconsider delisting Eritrea from the sanctions list. Nevertheless, it is important for the Security Council to begin to consider and develop other working methods that will allow us to unblock the situation and move forward towards the resolution of conflicts in the Horn of Africa, keeping in mind that sanctions are a means and not an end in and of themselves.”
2017-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8099 (2017) · source
“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): Uruguay believes that the sanctions regime continues to play a vital role in the promotion of peace and stability in the Horn of Africa. In Somalia, the regime is curbing the illicit arms flow and cutting the financing of Al-Shabaab. Uruguay has followed the situation in the Horn of Africa closely and welcomes the progress made by the Federal Government of Somalia. We congratulate the African Union and the countries of the region for their contribution in the fight against the Al-Shabaab terrorist group, and we appeal to the international community to continue to help Somalia in its efforts. As for Eritrea, the Government of Eritrea must still allow the Monitoring Group to visit the country.”
2017-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8099 (2017) · source
“They will definitely help to strengthen the rule of law and bring about a more just and inclusive Libyan society in which the rights and guarantees of all of its inhabitants are fully respected.”
2017-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8091 (2017) · source
“It bears noting that, in the most recent reports, there has been a focus on abuses committed against refugees and migrants in Libya, including acts of sexual violence and crimes against minors during their detention in inhuman conditions. We are concerned by the fact that, after having identified during her previous appearance investigations in Libya as one of the priorities for 2017, the Office of the Prosecutor continues to face budget difficulties in carrying out this objective. We therefore support her request for the resources necessary for her to properly fulfil her mandate in a timely manner, and we also call on those States parties that are able do so to provide the required funding. In conclusion, Uruguay reiterates its recognition of the work of the Prosecutor as reflected in her statements on the crimes committed in Libya.”
2017-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8091 (2017) · source
“We trust that the new Libyan authorities, to the extent that they can consolidate their power and gradually extend their authority throughout the entire territory, will fulfil their commitment to render justice for the victims of these crimes and cooperate with the Office of the Prosecutor in future to identify the perpetrators and facilitate their surrender to the Court for prosecution. We urge the Government of National Accord to surrender Saif Al-Islam Al-Qadhafi to the Court and ensure atrial with all guarantees forAbdullah Al-Senussi and other individuals who allegedly committed war crimes and crimes against humanity before, during and after the civil war that broke out in 2011, including Al-Tuhami Khaled and Mustafa Al-Werfalli, for whom arrest warrants were issued this year.”
2017-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8091 (2017) · source
“In this context, it is necessary to work towards the reunification and reconciliation of the country in order to prevent further bloodshed among its population and to put an end to the institutional crisis and military conflict that have plagued the country since 2011. We must also make progress towards the objective ofa genuine democratic transition and lasting peace and stability as a sustainable foundation in order to more effectively investigate the atrocities committed in the country, while avoiding further widespread violence and impunity.”
2017-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8091 (2017) · source
“With regard to Libya, regrettably, since the previous report of the Prosecutor, there have been no promising signs, except for the fresh momentum given by the United Nations to the political process and national reconciliation in the country. The Government of National Accord continues to see its authority challenged at the national level, and the blockade imposed by the House of Representatives in Tobruk has prevented the provisions of the Libyan Political Agreement from being fully implemented. The many challenges facing Libya six years after its civil war require quick and effective responses from its new authorities. They are dealing with the threat of Islamic terrorism, a migratory crisis that affects hundreds of thousands of people, a humanitarian emergency and a very difficult economic situation, among other serious problems.”
2017-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8091 (2017) · source
“Accountability for the perpetration of such serious crimes, regardless of by whom or where they are committed, must continue to be a priority objective for States and the Council alike. We encourage States Members of the United Nations that are not yet parties to the Rome Statute to accede to it, with a view to making progress in the fight against impunity and to defending all inhabitants of the planet against these heinous crimes, which represent a serious threat to peace and security. It is important, in this context, to strengthen the role of the International Criminal Court as a mechanism for rendering justice when national courts are incapable of doing so.”
2017-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8091 (2017) · source
“Moreover, we believe that it is essential to raise awareness of the importance of the ICC, and States must therefore accede to and ratify the Rome Statute, as well as its amendments. The ICC is a Court that was only recently created and which requires all of the support that States are able to provide in discharging its mission. That should be done through cooperation and by providing information, complying with its requests, understanding its processes and ensuring that they are adequately carried out and completed. In that context, it is important to strengthen the role of the International Criminal Court as an international adjudicating body for the prosecution of the crimes listed in article 5 of the Rome Statute.”
2017-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8091 (2017) · source
“The ICC serves as a landmark in the international community's fight against impunity and the commission of the most serious crimes against human beings, which violate their integrity as well as their rights. The development of international awareness of the need to put an end to atrocities against human beings, whether individual or mass atrocities, and to maintain peace and security were the reason for the creation of the International Criminal Court. The importance of its establishment and the mission entrusted to it require us to support every action aimed at improving the management of the ICC. In that regard, we remind States Parties to the Rome Statute of the need to cooperate with the Court so that it can perform its duties.”
2017-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8091 (2017) · source
“Mr. Bermude (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): We once again express our appreciation for the presence of the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, Ms. Fatouh Bensouda. We welcome the presentation of the fourteenth report of the International Criminal Court (ICC) on the situation in Libya pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011). Uruguay reiterates its full support for the work of the International Criminal Court, as well as for the role played by Ms. Bensouda in prosecuting those responsible for the most serious crimes, as defined in article 5 of the Rome Statute. Uruguay considers the fight against crimes against humanity, war crimes, genocide and crimes of aggression perpetrated against the rights ofmen, women and children to be of the utmost importance.”
2017-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8091 (2017) · source
“In that regard, Uruguay reiterates its desire to see a stable, sovereign Bosnia and Herzegovina where all of its citizens can live in peace and work for the common good.”
2017-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8089 (2017) · source
“Despite the lack of progress in some areas, we should also emphasize that Bosnia and Herzegovina has taken some measures aimed at implementing its reform programme, which is a positive step, making progress in carrying out the July 2015 reform agenda, which focuses on socioeconomic issues that directly affect citizens, and taking some steps towards integration with the European Union. However, there is still much work to be done to strengthen the rule of law and improve the country's overall political climate. It will also be essential to tackle these reforms before the start of the election campaign scheduled for October 2018. The parties concerned in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the international community must all support every effort to promote peace and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
2017-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8089 (2017) · source
“I would like to make a few comments on some aspects of the High Representative's report and recent events. As the previous report did, it indicates that the Bosnia and Herzegovina authorities have made only limited progress towards meeting the requirements of the five objectives and the two conditions established by the Steering Board of the Peace Implementation Council as a prerequisite for the closure of the Office of the High Representative. It is therefore essential to underscore the importance of working to make headway on full compliance with the 5+2 agenda.”
2017-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8089 (2017) · source
“In that regard, Uruguay considers the rule of law and the authority of the institutions established under the 1995 General Framework Agreement for Peace to be crucial, and respect for them the road to stability and peaceful coexistence for Bosnia and Herzegovina. Bosnia and Herzegovina's political stakeholders must act responsibly and participate in a constructive dialogue that will enable them to overcome their differences, focusing on national reconciliation and on achieving the shared goals that can make Bosnia and Herzegovina strong and prosperous. Ensuring stability and development for Bosnia and Herzegovina and peaceful coexistence among all of its ethnic groups will benefit the international community generally and the region in particular.”
2017-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8089 (2017) · source
“The international community must continue to support the process of consolidating the Dayton Agreement. As we have often said, Uruguay is a firm believer in strict respect for the principle of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of States enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations. Today, in that spirit, we reaffirm our support for Bosnia and Herzegovina's unity, territorial integrity and sovereignty. Respect for State institutions and for the rule of law represents the path to achieving a stable Bosnia and Herzegovina whose constituent communities can live side by side in peace.”
2017-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8089 (2017) · source
“Mr. Berml'ldez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): We would first like to thank Mr. Valentin Inzko, High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina, for his briefing today and for his most recent report (see S/2017/922, annex) to the Council. We also thank the Italian presidency of the Security Council for convening today's debate. We welcome the Council's adoption today of resolution 2384 (2017), renewing the mandate of the European Union-led peacekeeping force (EUFOR) Althea in Bosnia and Herzegovina for another year. We appreciate the work that the Office of the High Representative is doing on the ground to promote the implementation of the General Framework Agreement for Peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as the efforts ofEUFOR Althea to ensure the country's political and social stability.”
2017-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8089 (2017) · source
“The security of the members of MINUSCA must be at the heart of our attention - a necessary condition for them to be able to fulfil their mandate. We must remember that attacks against Blue Helmets may be considered to be war crimes and that their perpetrators must be held accountable and brought to justice.”
2017-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8084 (2017) · source
“The new mandate of the Mission will require greater prioritization of tasks so as to better adapt to the current situation on the ground. However, it is worthwhile to point out that, however much improvement in capacity-building and strengthening of the Mission's mandate, a peacekeeping mission in and ofitselfcannot, nor is it its responsibility, to substitute for a State or stabilize an entire country. Such achievements can be made only through the shared work of all national stakeholders, with the ongoing support from their international partners. To conclude, allow me to pay tribute to the Blue Helmets who have lost their lives this year in the discharge of their duties as the consequence of cowardly attacks, which we condemn in the strongest possible terms.”
2017-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8084 (2017) · source
“In our opinion, the Mission has played a key role in keeping the peace in Central African Republic, especially through its good offices and support for the peace process, protecting civilians and monitoring human rights violations, as well as through its support to the Government to expand the authority of the State and strengthen its institutional capacities. Uruguay commends the work carried out by the Department of Peacekeeping Operations with respect to the strategic review of the Mission. We express our full support for its assessment of the current situation, its findings and its recommendations for the future mandate of MINUSCA, including the suggestion to increase the maximum amount of authorized resources.”
2017-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8084 (2017) · source
“We also recognize the important efforts made by the African Union through the African Initiative for Peace and Reconciliation, as well as the efforts of the Community of Sant'Egidio through the Rome agreement of 19 June, representatives of which are present today and have reiterated their commitment to continue supporting the Government and the people of the Central African Republic in their quest for peace. Uruguay encourages all Central Africans, the Government, armed groups and all segments of society to commit to those initiatives and work towards their implementation. The current mandate of the Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), established in accordance with resolution 2301 (2016), is drawing to a close.”
2017-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8084 (2017) · source
“In order to reverse the downward spiral in which the country unfortunately finds itself immersed, it is critical that the international community continue to encourage and support the efforts of the Government of the Central African Republic in the name of peace and stability, which requires urgent, decisive and consistent measures. I would like to commend the active role played by Secretary-Genera Anto'nio Guterres in that regard. The organization of the high-level ministerial meeting on the political, security and humanitarian situation in the Central African Republic, which was held on the margins ofthe seventy-second session ofthe General Assembly in September, and his recent visit to the country from 24 to 27 October are clear examples of his resolute commitment, which all Member States should support decisively.”
2017-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8084 (2017) · source