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Bermudez

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first: 2016-01-13
most recent: 2017-11-16
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“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): Allow me at the outset to thank the Under-Secretary- General for Peacekeeping Operations, Mr. Herve Ladsous, for presenting the report of the Secretary- General (S/2016/1109). Uruguay wishes to stress that the report notes that no significant conflicts were reported in Darfur over the past three months and that compared with previous years, there were fewer intercommunal clashes. We wish also to acknowledge the steps taken by the Government of the Sudan to limit intercommunal tensions and fight crime. Nevertheless, these encouraging elements have not been accompanied by any tangible progress in the Darfur peace process or in addressing the underlying causes of the conflict.”
2017-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7860 (2017) · source
“In conclusion, we would like to reaffirm the support and the commitment of Uruguay to peace in Colombia, and to highlight the importance of the principle of sovereignty in each stage of the process, given the fact that - as we said earlier - this is a process that was initiated and led by Colombians themselves, and one that belongs entirely to them. We trust that the peace agreements in Colombia, along with international support from the United Nations, will soon become an example of good practice or a success story, as referred to in recent days by the Secretary-General, Mr. Antonio Guterres, and that it can be presented as such.”
2017-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7859 (2017) · source
“We are of the view that the provisions of the Peace Sgreement in Colombia, among which we find those referring to the protection of women and children, can serve as a model for other peace agreements to be implemented in other parts of the world. With the same spirit and hope with which a year ago we adopted resolution 2261 (2016), we take note of the fact that the FARC-EP and the Government of Colombia have agreed that they will require the international support of various countries as well as international entities when it comes to implementing the agreements. In that respect, we will accord particular attention to any request made to the Security Council, as well as the regional organizations, such as the Union of South American Nations.”
2017-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7859 (2017) · source
“Minors will be the object of special protection measures that take a differentiated approach to guarantee the restitution of their rights, prioritizing their access to health and education, their return to their families whenever possible, as well as their final placement in their communities of origin. The Agreement also establishes that the implementation of all the provisions refering to children guarantees the protection of the higher interests of children, as well as their rights and the prevalence of their rights over the rights of others. Uruguay places very high priority on the protection of civilians in situations of conflict and in post-conflict situations.”
2017-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7859 (2017) · source
“At the same time, it highlights the work that has been done by the Government of Colombia in order to strengthen the framework designed to prevent and put an end to violations committed against children and adolescents, and also to respond to them via legislation and public policies. The report points out that the Peace Agreement has been the most important achievement in the area of the protection of children. Among its many provisions in this area, worthy of mention are those that refer to the reintegration of minors who left FARC-EP camps at the beginning of the peace talks, as well as those who who will emerge through the end of the process of laying down arms.”
2017-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7859 (2017) · source
“The establishment of the truth and verification commission for the Final Agreement as well as the framework plan for the implementation of the agreements are important measures that were planned in order to guarantee the implementation of all that was agreed. We are pleased to note the announcement that the framework plan will include, as a matter of priority, the practical and strategic needs of women, and we congratulate the protagonists of the process for paying special attention to the fundamental rights of women as well as of vulnerable social groups. The latest report (S/2016/837) of the Secretary- General on children and armed conflict in Colombia indicates that there has been a decrease in the number of violations committed against children since the beginning ofthe peace process in Colombia in 2012.”
2017-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7859 (2017) · source
“The Agreement is the result of a successful negotiation that included various national actors from the political, social and religious sectors, as well as victims. We wish to extend our congratulations to them all. We note that the task was not a simple one, and that there are still many challenges along this complex path. However, the firm will to conclude the conflict and to build a stable and lasting peace, which has been evident in different aspects of the process, gives us hope that the implementation of the Final Peace Agreement will also be successful. The six points of the Agreement are a sign of the breadth and the complexity of the tasks that remain ahead.”
2017-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7859 (2017) · source
“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): I would like to thank the Swedish presidency for having included this meeting in the programme of work for January an issue of such great importance to Colombia, the American continent and to the international community in general. I would also like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Jean Arnault, for his thorough briefing. To begin, I would like to congratulate the Government of Colombia as well as the Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia * Ejercito del Pueblo (FARC-EP) for having given us once again an example of a commitment to peace in signing a new Final Peace Agreement on 24 November in Bogota, which was ratified by the Colombian Congress, thereby beginning the process by which the FARC-EP will lay down its arms.”
2017-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7859 (2017) · source
“In addition, MONUSCO has also reported a steady reduction in the political space, with an increasing number of restrictions on civil and political rights, including violations of the freedoms of expression and association. In that regard, Uruguay implores the Government, as the Security Council has done on repeated occasions, to respect human rights and fundamental freedoms and to exercise the highest level of moderation in response to protests. It also implores opposition forces to show greater responsibility by ensuring that their demonstrations are peaceful. Finally, Uruguay expresses its determination to support the implementation of the 31 December agreement and to monitor developments in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2017-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7858 (2017) · source
“Although the recent political developments in the country lead us to be optimistic about the future, Uruguay must express its concern about human rights violations, which, according to the statistics contained in the report (S/2016/1130) of the Secretary-General, show a considerable increase in comparison with those mentioned in the previous report (S/2016/833). The report indicates that, between January and 30 November 2016, MONUSCO documented 4,599 human rights violations, of which 2,915 were committed by State actors and 1,684 by armed groups. As we stated, those figures show a significant increase in comparison with the 3,877 violations documented in 2015.”
2017-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7858 (2017) · source
“In that regard, Uruguay hopes that political leaders will continue displaying a spirit of flexibility and understanding during the implementation process, which should be done in good faith and in all aspects. The main aims of the agreement are, on the one hand, to ensure the inclusive management of the executive prior to and during the elections and, on the other, to ensure the organization of national and provincial presidential and legislative elections that are peaceful, credible, inclusive and held without delay, no later than December 2017. Such elections should give rise to a peaceful hand-over of power. Stability, peace, development and the consolidation of constitutional democracy in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are at stake. The messages conveyed to the Security Council mission in November 2016 were clear in that regard.”
2017-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7858 (2017) · source
“I wish to reiterate Uruguay's commitment to stability and peace in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, not only as an elected member of the Security Council but also as a consistent MONUSCO troop-contributing country for the past 16 years. Uruguay welcomes the signing of the comprehensive and inclusive political agreement that was adopted in Kinshasa on 31 December 2016 and acknowledges the important mediation role played by the National Episcopal Conference of the Congo in facilitating the agreement. In the same vein, we encourage the political parties that have not yet done so to sign the agreement. The agreement is a significant step forward in the quest for a political solution to the crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, but, more important, it require much effort is its implementation.”
2017-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7858 (2017) · source
“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (Spoke in Spanish): At the outset, let me thank the President of the National Episcopal Conference of the Congo, Monseigneur Marcel Utembi, for participating in today's meeting, and Under-Secretary-General Herve Ladsous for his briefing, which very clearly summarized the report (S/20l6/ 1130) of the Secretary-General on the situation in the country. The Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Maman Sidikou, his entire team and the personnel of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) should be recognized for their tireless and invaluable efforts.”
2017-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7858 (2017) · source
“The maintenance ofpeace is a complex process that covers a broad range of tasks and actors and that requires integration and coordination with the Government of the country involved, leading to dialogue and peace processes that are inclusive and representative of society as a whole. In this regard, we would like to stress that the role of women is essential in order to ensure peace. Uruguay reiterates its commitment to international peace and security. Sustainable peace is everyone's business. It is the goal towards which we must work together in order to translate into action that which we so often preach in speeches, resolutions and other documents.”
2017-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7857 (2017) · source
“This coincides with the View expressed in the review of the peacebuilding architecture, namely, that peacebuilding tasks are not limited to post-conflict situations but are in fact part of a continuum encompassing the period before, during and after conflict. The three pillars of the United Nations are interdependent and mutually reinforcing. Therefore, it is possible to build peace only when there is respect for human rights in developed societies that respect the rule of law. The root causes of conflicts must be overcome by putting into practice the various instruments at the disposal of the United Nations. Fighting organized crime, terrorism, extreme poverty, discrimination and other scourges affecting societies should be a priority.”
2017-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7857 (2017) · source
“But to that end, it is key that all of its members, not just some of them, have early access to the relevant information with regard to possible breaches of the peace. In this regard, Uruguay supported last year New Zealand's initiative to hold periodic situational-awareness meetings with the various departments and offices of the Secretariat. Uruguay, as a traditional troop-contributing countries, knows first-hand of the challenges that arise in the field during and after conflict. The work that our Blue Helmets have done and will do can very often be considered as early peacebuilding.”
2017-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7857 (2017) · source
“First, we have the United Nations Charter and institutions, as well as regional and subregional organizations. The work of prevention requires a political commitment on the part of relevant actors in order to address situations that, owing to their character, pose the risk of a resurgence of or a return to conflict. In the region to which my country belongs, there exist regional and subregional organizations that have contributed successfully to preventing potential conflicts through mechanisms such as good offices and mediation, among others. The Security Council, under the Charter, is entrusted with a responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security. Preventive diplomacy efforts on the part of the Council are relevant, as it is the system's principal organ for the maintenance of peace.”
2017-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7857 (2017) · source
“Moreover, we especially welcome his willingness to work to develop a comprehensive, modern and effective peacebuilding architecture in order to bring about long- term development and strengthen the prevention and peaceful settlement of conflicts. The broad review that was made in the United Nations in 2015 has been very clear with regard to the need to prioritize the prevention of conflicts. Uruguay believes that it is important to maintain the momentum created by the concurrent adoption of Security Council resolution 2282 (2016) and General Assembly resolution 70/262 on 27 April 2016 on the review of the peacekeeping architecture, so as to continue to produce constructive input concerning peacebuilding throughout the United Nations system. We should nevertheless ask ourselves what tools are available to us in order to prevent conflict.”
2017-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7857 (2017) · source
“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): My delegation thanks Sweden for convening and presiding over this debate, as well as for the concept note (S/2017/6, annex), which was prepared and circulated in a timely manner. We also thank the Secretary-General for his outstanding statement. It is very encouraging for us to see that in his New Year's message, coinciding with the beginning of his new mandate, he has made the issue of peace a priority for 2017, which is a matter that depends on all of us. We also appreciate the importance that he attaches to diplomacy and mediation as fundamental tools in the search for peace and the prevention of new conflicts.”
2017-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7857 (2017) · source
“We sincerely hope that 2017 will be a better year for the Syrian Arab Republic and Syrians than the year ending today. With everyone participating, we can achieve a lasting cessation of hostilities and the resumption of successful political negotiations. We owe that to the tens of thousands of Syrian civilians who lost their lives in this terrible war. In conclusion, I would like to pay tribute to the Spanish presidency for its leadership and the consistent coordinating role it played in achieving consensus among Council members during the month of December.”
2016-12-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7855 (2016) · source
“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): At the outset, my delegation would like to thank the Russian Federation and Turkey for this proposal. Although the text is imperfect could have been further improved, we voted in its favour. Today, similar to what occured on 19 December when the Security Council adopted resolution 2328 (2016), members had additional consultations to occur and for adjustments to be made to the original text. To our satisfaction, that strengthened the text and made possible its unanimous adoption. As indicated in today's resolution 2336 (2016), it will be necessary to implement the provisions of resolutions 2254 (2015) and 2268 (2016), and to harmonize the forthcoming Astana talks with the United-Nations- backed negotiations.”
2016-12-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7855 (2016) · source
“Likewise, both sides must refrain from adopting unilateral decisions that can undermine dialogue, and comply in good faith with their obligations under international law and the Council's resolutions. Uruguay reaffirms its willingness to continue working to reactivate the peace process in the Middle East as quickly as possible and achieve once and for all the two-State solution of two States, living in peace and cooperation. We owe that to the many generations of Israelis and Palestinians that have been exhausted by many years of conflict.”
2016-12-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7853 (2016) · source
“We hope that the resolution will serve as a call for action by both Israel and Palestine to promptly resume bilateral negotiations towards a just and lasting peace, taking the interests of both parties into account. Uruguay reaffirms its unwavering support for the right of Israelis and Palestinians to live in peace within internationally recognized borders in an atmosphere of renewed cooperation and free from any threat or action that could threaten peace. We also reaffirm our support for the solution based on two independent States, as we are convinced it is the only possibility whereby Israel and Palestine could peacefully coexist. It is very important for the authorities to send political signals of their desire to escape the current quagmire created by misunderstanding, hatred and violent confrontation.”
2016-12-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7853 (2016) · source
“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): Uruguay voted in favour of resolution 2334 (2016), convinced that after eight years we finally had an historic opportunity to break the Council's stalemate, which has seriously threatened the two-State solution and the peace negotiations between the Israelis and Palestinians. Resolution 2334 (2016), adopted a few minutes ago, responds to the ongoing call of Council members to disrupt the reigning status quo and reverse the negative trends on the ground, in particular the illegal settlements built by Israel in occupied Palestinian territory. We are at a moment of great importance to the future of the Middle East peace process and the two- State solution.”
2016-12-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7853 (2016) · source
“The international community is addressing a large number of crises, and the Council has already revealed differences and weaknesses in its actions in many. As there are shared positions on the fundamental approach to addressing the crisis in Liberia, we believe it is unnecessary to add such divisions to the matter at hand. We trust that procedures will improve in 2017.”
2016-12-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7851 (2016) · source
“During the briefing and the consultations that took place on 12 December, major differences emerged in the positions of members with respect to the future of the United Nations presence in Liberia after December. In that respect, Uruguay believes that the best way to overcome differences is through negotiations and constructive dialogue in the search for shared positions acceptable to all Council members. As we stated when we renewed the mandate for the United Nations Mission in South Sudan a few days ago (see S/PV.7840), the Security Council must show that it is able to adopt resolutions that achieve the broadest possible support among its members. The role of penholder is crucial in such negotiating situations, and it is desirable that penholders demonstrate more flexibility and be more receptive to proposals from other Council members.”
2016-12-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7851 (2016) · source
“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): Uruguay voted in favour of resolution 2333 (2016), extending the mandate of the United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL), as we feel it fitting and sensible to proceed to a reduction of the military and police component, striking a balance between the situation on the ground and the request of the country concerned, Liberia. Besides the reduction of military and police forces, we have retained a component that will monitor human rights in the country, which we welcome. Nonetheless, Uruguay again notes the lack of commitment and constructive spirit in the evolution of negotiations on the text.”
2016-12-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7851 (2016) · source
“Uruguay reiterates that the Government has the primary responsibility for protecting its own Citizens. It must provide such protection regardless of its citizens' ethnic origin or political affiliation. Therefore, the political leaders of South Sudan must act responsibly and reject any incitement of violence, while at the same time committing themselves to the path of dialogue. On that point, we urge all parties to join in a process of inclusive and transparent dialogue, with a view to achieving reconciliation and peace in the country so as to put an end to the long suffering of its inhabitants.”
2016-12-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7850 (2016) · source
“As Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said in the Security Council on Monday, 19 December, an arms embargo "would diminish the capacity of all sides in the conflict to wage war" (S/PV. 7846, p. 2). Without the embargo, South Sudan would continue to be in permanent confrontation. An arms embargo would also clearly contribute to stopping the proliferation of weapons around the country, which, given the current situation of instability and insecurity, has proven to be a risk factor and an ongoing threat to the civilian population. As we have already said, the embargo would have facilitated dialogue and negotiation and, moreover, would have allowed the United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan to carry out its work with more guarantees.”
2016-12-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7850 (2016) · source
“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): Uruguay voted in favour of draft resolution S/2016/ 1085. We are aware of the grave humanitarian, human rights and security situation that South Sudan is experiencing as a result of a profound political crisis, and of the fact that those responsible for that crisis are the main political and military leaders. We regret that the draft resolution put to the vote today could not garner the necessary amount of positive votes for its adoption. My delegation believes that, given the critical current situation in the country, the implementation of the measures provided for in the draft resolution would have helped to bolster political dialogue and avoid further loss of civilian lives.”
2016-12-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7850 (2016) · source
“We must recognize that we are the ones that are responsible for effecting real change, which we can do by taking a broad, comprehensive and multifaceted approach to the issue of trafficking in persons in conflict situations, something that requires determination and political will. The international community can count on Uruguay's firm commitment in that vein.”
2016-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7847 (2016) · source
“That is why our country believes that the work of UNODC and the Security Council should be carried out in close coordination with the Peacebuilding Commission with a view to preventing territories in post-conflict situations from turning into fertile grounds for criminal organizations. By way of conclusion, we believe, in short, that fighting trafficking in persons in conflict situations requires efforts and cooperation from the international community as a whole in order to address the needs of those who are most vulnerable, such as women and children. To that end, we must take appropriate action both internally and internationally.”
2016-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7847 (2016) · source
“Furthermore, for Uruguay, it is key that the victims ofhuman trafficking not be punished for crimes that they may have committed, if it is determined that they were subjected to trafficking at the time of committing those crimes. Uruguay also believes that activities related to trafficking in persons not be restricted to the time period ofa given conflict. The frameworks for action in the wake of armed conflict are also lacking in terms of shortcomings within the justice system and compliance with the law, in addition to an organized civil society that can file complaints about such situations.”
2016-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7847 (2016) · source
“It also calls upon diplomatic missions to engage in trafficking prevention activities, promote training for staff, make available information easily accessible and create support initiatives for victims. Moreover, the resolution emphasizes the need to reintegrate victims into society and adopt mechanisms to protect and support them. Uruguay, as a country committed to promoting, protecting and upholding human rights, wishes to underpin the need to provide comprehensive assistance to the victims of trafficking in persons. We must focus on their recovery and reintegration into society, and not just penalize the crime in question. The victims must receive assistance and legal and psycho-social protection.”
2016-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7847 (2016) · source
“The complexity of human trafficking means there needs to be greater awareness, in addition to specialized training within that scope for as many people as possible, but especially for the officials and points of contact to whom it is most likely victims will turn, such as police and military officers, help centres, consulates and embassies, among others. Furthermore, we recognize the role of civil society in providing assistance and support to victims. In that regard, Uruguay has concluded drafting a comprehensive preliminary bill to prevent and fight trafficking in and exploitation of persons that underscores the human rights of the victims as a top priority.”
2016-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7847 (2016) · source
“Thirdly, the resolution addresses sexual violence and the strengthening of the mandate of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict. Uruguay condemns the use of sexual violence by any party as a terrorist tactic to further such an agenda. Those practices have led to the development of a growing nexus between trafficking in persons and conflict, thereby violating the rights of thousands of women and children within the context of war. Another significant aspect is training.”
2016-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7847 (2016) · source
“Those agreements make up the international legal framework of rules and obligations to ensure that States develop international instruments to combat trafficking in persons. Secondly, the resolution highlights the need for cooperation and exchange of information. In that regard, Uruguay positively views the growing connection between the work of UNODC, the Secretary-General and the Security Council, since increasingly trafficking in persons is linked to armed conflicts and threats to international peace and security. We welcome the work of UNODC as the guardian of the Convention against Transnational Organized Crime, including the Palermo Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons, especially Women and Children.”
2016-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7847 (2016) · source
“Resolution 2231 (2016), which we have unanimously adopted today, which Uruguay co-sponsored, roundly condemns human trafficking in armed conflict- affected areas. That is a cross-cutting and multifaceted phenomenon. Unfortunately, it is being replicated and it is affecting very fragile areas ofthe world where people are living in situations of high vulnerability. Uruguay wishes to highlight several elements in the resolution that we believe are extremely important. First, the resolution calls for ratifying and implementing the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime, as well as the Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons, Especially Women and Children.”
2016-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7847 (2016) · source
“They find fertile ground in economic desperation and in the weakening of the rule of law and fewer social services. As a result, people are forced to leave their homes, and even their countries of residence. In that regard, when a country is in a situation of conflict, the rule oflaw in its territory can be weakened. That creates greater freedom of action for those organizations that seek to exploit the institutional weaknesses for their illegal activities, such as human trafficking. Even if we deem that today one of the main elements that creates human trafficking situations in conflict situations is the self-described Islamic State and its associated groups, we need to bear in mind that those crimes are also perpetrated by other actors that operate in the same violent manner in others regions of the world.”
2016-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7847 (2016) · source
“Human trafficking is a means of subjugating and using human beings for profit. It gravely violates their human rights. Through abuses and violence, it degrades the victims' human condition and turns them into commodities. It removes their physical and emotional integrity. It is a threat to all of society and affects the well-being of communities and the security of nations. According to the World Report on Human Trafficking of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), that phenomenon affects practically all regions of the world. UNODC has identified at least 510 flows of transnational trafficking in persons. Most of those victims are targeted for the purposes of sexual exploitation. Those conflicts and humanitarian crises only increase the risks of human trafficking.”
2016-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7847 (2016) · source
“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): At the outset, we would like to thank you, Mr. Mariano Rajoy Brey, President of the Government of Spain, for presiding over today's open debate. I also thank the briefers for their comprehensive statements. We congratulate Spain on having convened this open debate, which is of particular importance in the current context, given the unprecedented mass migration crisis, with refugees and internally displaced persons becoming the main targets of traffickers. Trafficking in persons in situations of conflict is a global problem. It concerns not only the countries of origin, but also the transit and destination countries of victims, the countries in which those criminal networks operate and those through which money passes for those networks. And the list could continue.”
2016-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7847 (2016) · source
“Neither UNMISS nor the Regional Protection Force are against the Sudan. To the contrary, they are for South Sudan. In conclusion, I would like to wish every success to the new Special Representative of the Secretary- General and Head of UNMISS, Mr. David Shearer, and assure him of my delegation's support and cooperation.”
2016-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7846 (2016) · source
“We hope that that process will truly be inclusive in nature. We urge all the parties to join in a dialogue process, with a view to achieving reconciliation and peace in the country, just as happened five years ago, when South Sudan became an independent country. Today we must seek unity and pluralism, which is the only way to put the country on the path towards stability and development. Lastly, I would like to mention the work of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), whose mandate was renewed unanimously a few days ago by the Council. It is crucial for UNMISS to be able to fulfil its mandate fully. We therefore urge the Government of South Sudan to fully cooperate with the implementation of resolution 2327 (2016), including the deployment of the Regional Protection Force, as well as lifting any restriction on the Mission.”
2016-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7846 (2016) · source
“Uruguay calls upon all the parties involved in the conflict and on the entire international community to bring an end to the suffering of civilians in South Sudan. The situation is unsustainable. In that connection, we must continuously remind the Government that its main responsibility is that of protecting its own citizens and that it should provide that protection regardless of their ethnic origin or political affiliation. Also, the political leaders of South Sudan must behave responsibly and reject any incitement to violence, while opting for the path of dialogue. In the final analysis, they must honour their leadership. On this point, we take note ofthe statement delivered by the President of South Sudan, Mr. Salva Kiir, on 14 December, when he announced the beginning of a national dialogue process.”
2016-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7846 (2016) · source
“Some human rights violations are increasingly taking on an ethnic nature, and hate speech is increasing throughout the whole country, which is extremely alarming, given the fact that it could lead to large-scale atrocities. Furthermore, the humanitarian crisis in the country is increasing in scope and intensity as a result ofthe armed conflict in several parts of the country, the exacerbation of the food-security situation and the worsening of the economic situation. The United Nations figures are disturbing: more than 1 million refugees, more than 1.6 million internally displaced persons and almost 5 million people who are in a state of acute food insecurity. After the Security Council mission to the country last September, we returned very aware of what has happened there.”
2016-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7846 (2016) · source
“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): At the outset, allow me to thank Secretary-General Mr. Ban Ki-moon, and the Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs, Mr. Stephen O'Brien, for their briefings. Uruguay expresses its deep concern about the current situation affecting South Sudan. The worsening violence, in particular since July, has had devastating consequences for civilians. There have been widespread violations of human rights law and humanitarian law, including extrajudicial killings, forced disappearances, rapes and other acts of sexual violence, arbitrary arrests and imprisonment, attacks against civilians and attacks against medical facilities, humanitarian assistance workers, medical personnel and media workers.”
2016-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7846 (2016) · source
“We therefore urge the Government of Afghanistan to continue with its ongoing efforts to empower women and strengthen their role and active participation in the peace process. As noted in the report of the Secretary-General (S/2016/1049), those commitments need to be translated into action, including continued concrete work and national financing to implement the national action plan on Security Council resolution 1325 (2000) and relevant legal and policy frameworks protecting the rights of women and especially protecting women from violence.”
2016-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7844 (2016) · source
“In this context, the protection of civilians, especially women and children, is critical, and Uruguay therefore deems it imperative to respect international humanitarian law and international human rights law. In that context, we call for the full implementation of the provisions of resolution 2286 (2016), on the protection of the wounded and the sick and medical facilities and personnel, adopted last May. We wish also to refer here to the key role of Afghan women. Last September, at our previous debate on the issue, the Special Representative, quoting President Ghani, said, "the face of Afghan poverty is female" (S/PV777], p.3). We stress the need to redouble the efforts made to ensure the economic empowerment of women. Likewise, the role of women in the peace process and in Afghan society is vital.”
2016-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7844 (2016) · source
“The rapid rise in the number of new internally displaced persons as a result of intensified fighting; the increase in the number of refugees and undocumented Afghans from Pakistan - more than 600,000; the limited resources in a number of sectors, in particular the health sector; restricted access to aid; and insufficient supplies to meet existing needs means that humanitarian aid is urgently needed. We hope that these obstacles can be overcome quickly. Quick and unfettered access of humanitarian aid to conflict areas is absolutely key. Uruguay reiterates that restricting the delivery of humanitarian assistance constitutes a violation of international humanitarian law.”
2016-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7844 (2016) · source
“It remains key for the United Nations and the international community to provide support and assistance to the National Unity Government, in strict compliance with the principles of national ownership and leadership. The support of the countries of the region in achieving economic growth and in overcoming issues related to peace and security in Afghanistan is vital. We are deeply concerned at the worsening humanitarian situation. Recent reports have indicated that 5 million people require assistance, some 13 per cent more than last year.”
2016-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7844 (2016) · source