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Bermudez

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“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): At the outset, allow me to commend you, Mr. President, for convening today's informative meeting. I thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Somalia, Mr. Michael Keating, and the Permanent Observer of the African Union to the United Nations, Ambassador Tete Antonio, for their briefings. I also welcome His Excellency President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, who is honouring us with his presence. I would like to underscore the agreement reached between the Federal Government of Somalia and Puntland, which paves the way for the electoral process of 2016 and for the preparation of the universal elections of 2020, which will take place in the framework of one person, one vote.”
2016-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7674 (2016) · source
“In that context, Uruguay supports the full implementation of Goal 5 in order to put an end to all forms of discrimination against women and girls, and ensure the full and effective participation of women, with equal opportunities for leadership at all levels of decision-making. In conclusion, I would like to pay tribute and convey our appreciation to all those women who work every day - often at the risk of their lives - to promote peace and security in Africa and all over the globe.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“In that regard, Uruguay wishes to highlight the commitment that we must undertake to earmarking greater funding for empowerment and gender-equality programmes. Finally, we note last year's adoption of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (General Assembly resolution 70/1). We welcome the inclusion of its Goal 5 on gender equality, which we believe to be essential in the light of existing gender inequality, in particular in Africa. We believe that the issue of gender equality does not exclusively concern women; rather it is a struggle that affects us all, men and women.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“It has been proven that increasing the percentage of women in the police component of peacekeeping missions has a positive effect on the population, as it reduces the misuse of force or the inappropriate use of weapons and authoritarian behaviour in relations with civilians. Ultimately, the greater participation of women in all aspects of the peace process is indispensable in efforts to establish the foundation for sustainable peace in the African continent. Another key issue that we would like to highlight is the matter of financing for the appropriate implementation of the women and peace and security agenda. We cannot achieve greater results or positively impact the lives ofwomen and girls ifwe do not commit to providing the required financial support.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Similarly, women play a key role in confidence-building in local communities, especially among women who have suffered violence. They serve as a model for behaviour for other women and contribute to bringing about an increased sense of security among the people. Currently, despite the aforementioned efforts, we must acknowledge the existing gaps with respect to the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000). Women lead only 19 per cent of the United Nations field missions; they account for only 3 per cent of military peacekeeping personnel and 10 per cent of police peacekeeping personnel. As such, Uruguay is concerned about the opportunities and capabilities that are going to waste because greater efforts have not been made to include women in conflict-resolution processes.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“In doing so, we maintain a percentage above the average for the number of women troops deployed in peacekeeping missions. Currently, 9 per cent of the troops deployed in such missions are made up of women. Always there as volunteers, women have played a prominent role and chalked up high numbers in terms of re-enlistment, which demonstrates their commitment to peace. Given Uruguay's experience in Africa, including participation in such missions as the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, we can testify to the effective role played by the women members of our contingents. In that regard, it has been observed that women's effective participation in peacekeeping operations is of particular importance, as their response differs from that of men.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Moreover, the contribution of women in the peace talks is essential to building inclusive and peaceful societies based on equality and respect for human rights. Similarly, they play a significant role in post- conflict situations, acting as a key foundation for the social, political and economic reconstruction of local communities. We encourage the participation of African women in national electoral processes. We have seen a number of successes in that regard in Liberia, Malawi and the current leadership of the African Union itself. Uruguay also believes that the presence of female personnel in peacekeeping operations is necessary. My country has been at the forefront with regard to incorporating women in the armed forces and the national police and within Uruguayan contingents of peacekeeping missions.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“It is uncontestable that women are the most credible spokespeople for expressing the needs of local communities. They inspire the greatest degree of trust in situations that require the collection of information and testimony from the victims of sexual and gender-based violence. Women have much to say on issues, such as those involving victims, reparations and the conditions needed to ensure that conflict does not reoccur. Women also bring new approaches to negotiations, making constructive contributions to ensure lasting peace. In that regard, they endow the peace process with greater sensitivity with regard to issues that are related to family, education, gender issues and equity, and are called on to play a determining role in verifying and implementing agreements.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“For our part, we understand that an effective strategy to combat terrorism and violent extremism must promote participation, leadership and the empowerment of women in order to address the factors that trigger violence by those armed groups. Uruguay shares the idea that it is moreover necessary for the Organization to appoint more women to high-levels of decision-making, particularly in positions such as those ofPermanent Envoys and Special Representatives, mediators and negotiators. Despite the trend of an increased role of women in all processes, including the appointment of women as mediators and envoys, we believe that we are far from reaching the desirable goal. The participation of women continues to be inadequate in peace negotiations in Africa and in other regions of the world.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“In other regrettable situations, women are the victims of sexual or gender-based violence, or their fundamental rights are violated. But women must not be seen as victims only, when they are part of the solution, important actors with the potential to influence the resolution of conflicts, agents of change and ultimately peacemakers. We note with particularly deep concern the violence against specific groups ofpeople and the violation ofthe rights of women and girls stemming from terrorism and violent extremism in Africa. Armed groups operating within Africa seek the subjugation of women and the suppression of human rights as a method of control and subjugation.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“The primary responsibility for involving women in those processes falls upon the shoulders of the African States themselves. It is at the national level that they must put in place good practices and promote greater participation of women at all levels, because that helps increase operational efficiency and reduce conflicts. Experience on the continent shows us numerous cases of women who have courageously been able to boost recovery in their communities. Uruguay appreciates the key role of civil society, and especially that of local women's groups that assist victims in various aspects of recovery, from health services to psychological services, social and economic rehabilitation and access to justice. Yet in many cases women remain excluded from the political, social and economic spheres.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Uruguay welcomes the information provided in the concept paper (S/2016/219, annex), which details the various mechanisms, policies and structures developed in Africa aimed at creating an environment to enable women to play a more significant role in peace and security. As the concept paper points out, however, several obstacles continue to hinder the full incorporation of those efforts within more formal endeavours to prevent conflicts and achieve more sustainable peace. The number of women in special political missions on the ground, especially in leadership positions, remains very limited, and the need for the greater participation of women persists, particularly in all mechanisms related to peace processes and post- conflict reconstruction.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Similarly, the that resolution recognized the right of women to participate actively in peacebuilding and the prevention of violent conflicts, including in the areas of decision-making and peacekeeping missions, and, at the same time, stressed the specific needs involved in the protection of women and girls in armed conflict. The global study on the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000), requested by the Secretary-General prior to the high-level review undertaken by the Council on the implementation of the resolution, has demonstrated the favourable influence that women exercise in negotiation processes, thus improving the chances of reaching an agreement.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Since the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000), the international community has made commitments with regard to the women and peace and security agenda and has made significant progress in that regard. Accordingly, resolution 1325 (2000) is of particular importance owing to the fact that, for the first time in history, the specific effects that war has on women were recognized and that the inclusion of women in peace talks ensures that peace will be sustainable over time. Uruguay therefore firmly believes that women must be at the centre of efforts aimed at resolving conflicts.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“In that regard, the high level of impunity enjoyed by the perpetrators of the worst crimes against humanity is a matter of great concern. I emphasize the importance that Uruguay attaches to the women and peace and security agenda. We continue to play an active role with regard to the rights of women and girls and have, on a number of occasions, reiterated the imperative of women's participation in the prevention and resolution of armed conflicts. The Council has repeatedly recognized the important role of women in the prevention and resolution of conflicts and in peacebuilding. In numerous resolutions, it has called for increasing their participation and equitable, full and authentic representation in conflict prevention and mediation activities.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Throughout history, Africa has suffered many conflicts and wars between Governments, ethnic groups and rebel groups, and now because of the presence of terrorist organizations that have used violence as a weapon of war in order to control the population through fear. Men and women continue to suffer without distinction the most serious violations of human rights. However, it is women and children who suffer from that extreme violence in a singular and disproportionate manner. In that context, women are subjected to cruel and inhuman treatment, causing them great suffering. Gender-based violence, sexual exploitation, genital mutilation, forced marriages and pregnancies and child marriage are just some of the situations that girls and women face daily.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“I wish to start my statement today by highlighting the fact that today this organ of the United Nations is presided over by a women at a time when we are addressing the important issue of the role of women in conflict prevention and resolution in Africa. Morever, the focus of this debate could not be more timely at a time when, despite some favourable events, peace and security on the African continent continue to be seriously threatened by the existence ofserious conflicts that are devastating various of countries of the region. The African continent has a number of armed conflicts, and that is where the greatest number of peacekeeping operations are deployed. It is also the poorest continent in economic terms, but it is extremely rich in natural resources.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): At the outset, allow me to congratulate the Angolan presidency for convening this open debate and for the concept paper (S/2016/219, annex) it has circulated. I would also like to express our gratitude to the Under-Secretary- General and Executive Director of the UN-Women, the Assistant Secretary-General for Political Affairs, the Chair of the Peacebuilding Commission, the Permanent Observer of the African Union to the United Nations and the Executive Director of the South Sudan Women's Empowerment Network for their respective enlightening briefings and statements.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Lastly, we would like to reiterate that all staffwho the Security Council, must be held accountable for are part of United Nations peacekeeping operations, their actions. whether military, police or civilian components, just like all personnel in other operations authorized by The meeting rose at 4.10pm.”
2016-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7643 (2016) · source
“With regard to the content of the resolution, which is in line with the concept of zero tolerance, in our dual capacity as a member of the Security Council and a troop-contributing country, we believe that, although the text could be further improved, given the sensitivity ofthe issue, it nonetheless has important provisions for combating such reprehensible acts, which, as was said in yesterday's meeting on the subject (see S/PV.7642), affect not only the image and credibility of United Nations peacekeeping operations but, above all, have an impact on the dignity of the victims who suffer, often irreversibly, from their consequences. For all of those reasons, therefore, Uruguay voted in favour of the resolution.”
2016-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7643 (2016) · source
“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): Uruguay wishes to express its satisfaction for the adoption earlier in this meeting of resolution 2272 (2016). At the outset, we want to thank the United States for its timely initiative. Uruguay is very pleased to join the rest of the Council in their agreement that dealing with this problem can no longer be postponed.”
2016-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7643 (2016) · source
“In that regard, Uruguay hopes that the negotiations that are taking place in the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations will come to a successful conclusion, in particular in relation to the issue of sexual exploitation and abuse.”
2016-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7642 (2016) · source
“Unfortunately, such cases end up tarnishing and affecting the heroic and responsible work of the more than 100,000 peacekeeping personnel deployed in the various missions, some of whom lose their lives in the field in pursuit of their the mandates. Let me conclude by saying that, notwithstanding the fact that the Security Council is addressing this issue today - and rightly and in a timely manner - Uruguay stresses the importance of other bodies of the General Assembly, such as the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations and the Fifth Committee, holding similar discussions. Given the seriousness and sensitivity of the issuse before us, there is nothing incompatible about having more than one body addreess the matter, and there should be no fear of duplicating effort.”
2016-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7642 (2016) · source
“However, I do not want to fail to mention the systemic damage that such cases cause for United Nations peacekeeping efforts, whether to peacekeeping operations or other operations authorized by the Security Council operations. Uruguay is seriously concerned about the negative impact of such cases on the credibility and image ofpeacekeeping operations, as well as the negative impact in terms of the ability to fulfil mission mandates. Above all, however, we are especially concerned that, while there is a wide range of behaviours that comprise a case of sexual exploitation and abuse involving military, police or civilian personnel, the fact is that those responsible cross an unacceptable line, which in many instances may involve violations of human rights but in all cases involve an assault on the dignity of victims.”
2016-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7642 (2016) · source
“We are in the process of developing a mechanism to facilitate victims' access to the justice system, with a view to ensuring their rights and substantiating their allegations. Many of the complementary measures we have adopted in connection with the responsibility of each troop deployed to a peacekeeping operation have also contributed to ensuring that we were able to collect DNA samples from the accused. As I mentioned earlier, the commitment of Uruguay with regard to cases of sexual exploitation and abuse is based on respect for human rights and the dignity of victims. That is the main reason that we should continue work until there is never another case.”
2016-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7642 (2016) · source
“Uruguay has communicated to the United Nations and the authorities of peacekeeping missions in which Uruguayan contingents contact details of a focal point in the Ministry for Foreign Affairs, where people implicated in possible cases of exploitation sexual abuse committed by Uruguayan troops - including paternity cases - or their legal representatives can seek advice concerning procedures avilable to them for exercising their rights under Uruguayan law. Uruguay's Ministry of National Defence has put in place a protocol to provide the broadest possible guarantees in the procedures to be followed from the identification of a possible case of sexual exploitation and abuse to its resolution. It includes the requisite measures to be taken with regard to perpetrators and the support to be offered to the victims.”
2016-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7642 (2016) · source
“Without claiming to be exhaustive, let me mention certain measures designed by Uruguay to advance the fight against sexual exploitation and abuse. All members of national contingents must pass a predeployment course, designed by professionals outside the armed forces and with the participation of the United Nations country office with respect to human rights, international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation and abuse policy, gender policy and child protection policy. All members must sign a predeployment affidavit in which they acknowledge that they have been instructed in the aforementioned topics and accepti responsibilities arising from the breach thereof, authorizing the payroll deduction of disciplinary repatriation and associated costs.”
2016-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7642 (2016) · source
“I emphasize that in these cases, Uruguay is a troop-contributing country has been moving tirelessly forward in this field by increasing prevention through predeployment training, adequate control on the ground and the right leadership at all levels. There is not a single case of sexual exploitation and abuse that has not been duly and speedily resolved when a Uruguayan has been involved, complying thereby with due process with maximum guarantees for accused and accuser alike, applying appropriate measures to those found guilty of committing such acts. The accountability of the perpetrators and support for the victims are ensured in legal provisions adopted by the Uruguayan Government, thereby confirming its commitment to human rights and the dignity of the victims.”
2016-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7642 (2016) · source
“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): I would first like to thank the presidency of the Security Council for convening today's meeting and the Secretary-General for his substantive briefing. Uruguay, as both a member of the Security Council and a troop-contributing country with a long history of involvement in various peacekeeping operations, attaches great importance to combating cases of sexual exploitation and abuse and, as such, is highly committed to the United Nations zero-tolerance policy in such cases. Whoever commits sexual exploitation and abuse is acting in a way that it is to be condemned in every sense. But from a penal perspective, it is an aggravating factor because the perpetrator is exploiting the trust of those who require protection and is in clear violation of the mandate under which he is deployed.”
2016-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7642 (2016) · source
“In that regard, and in conclusion, we would like to reiterate our belief in the importance of ensuring that UNMIK implements the recommendations of the Human Rights Advisory Panel, particularly regarding the issue of enforced disappearances, abductions or violations of civilians, whatever their ethnic origins, for in such incidents there can be no justification for making any kind of distinctions.”
2016-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7637 (2016) · source
“Regarding human rights, we are concerned about the fact that the UNMIK Human Rights Advisory Panel has reported 31 incidences of violations, including violations of the right to life, of the prohibition of torture, inhumane or degrading treatment, as well as the right to social security and an adequate standard of living. We note that since the previous report (S/2015/833), no progress has been made with regard to the recommendations on the payment of compensation.”
2016-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7637 (2016) · source
“It is critical that such differences be settled through dialogue, rather than by resorting to violence and undermining democracy. Furthermore, Uruguay welcomes the agreements approved on 25 August 2015 in the framework of dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina, facilitated by the European Union, and in particular the establishment of the association of Serb- majority municipalities. We appreciate the fact that the Government of the Netherlands has agreed to host the specialist court. We hope that the court will be able to begin its work as soon as possible so as to advance the enforcement of justice and accountability.”
2016-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7637 (2016) · source
“Resolution 1244 (1999) remains the internationally accepted legal basis to resolve the situation in Kosovo, including full and strict respect for the principle of the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Serbia. In that regard and as was demonstrated in the framework of UNESCO, Uruguay has maintained its position of not recognizing Kosovo, thereby highlighting the principle of the territorial integrity of States as an imperative norm of international law. That principle constitutes a central element ofpeaceful coexistence and cooperation among the members of the international community. Although the security situation has been qualified as stable, we are concerned by the ongoing disturbances in the functioning of the Assembly of Kosovo, owing to the opposition parties' use of violence.”
2016-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7637 (2016) · source
“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): I the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK), Mr. Zahir Tanin, for having introduced the latest quarterly report (S/2016/99). I also thank the First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia and Ms. Vlora Citaku. Uruguay supports the role played by UNMIK in promoting security, stability and respect for human rights. It also values the cooperation and contribution of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, the Kosovo Force and the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo on the ground.”
2016-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7637 (2016) · source
“With regard to the information provided by the Eritrea Monitoring Group, Uruguay expresses its concern about the fact that there has not been greater progress i and there may even have been a setbackf in achieving stability and peace in the region - if the alleged support to armed groups in Ethiopia and Yemen is confirmed, which has not been totally ruled out. Lastly, Uruguay expresses its support and commitment with the effort being done by the Somalia- Eritrea Sanctions Committee. We look forward to an update on its work in the months of April and October.”
2016-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7626 (2016) · source
“Uruguay reiterates its concern about the ongoing threat posed by the Al-Shabaab terrorist group, which continues to be present despite the measures undertaken and the supposed loss of firing power. We should never let down our guard when it comes to terrorism. Also of alarm is the possibility that there may be open contacts with other extremists in the region. Uruguay would especially like to underscore the need to protect civilians, especially women, children and older persons. We encourage the Federal Government of Somalia to seek mediation and stability, in particular in areas where access to services and humanitarian assistance is essential. At the same time, we regret the fact that national and foreign forces operating in Somalia continue to attack civilians and Violate international humanitarian law.”
2016-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7626 (2016) · source
“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): First of all, Mr. President, Uruguay would like to thank you for your detailed briefing in your capacity as Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolutions 751 (1992) and 1907 (2009), concerning Somalia and Eritrea. We also welcome the fact that this briefing is open to the membership. Uruguay would like to highlight the efforts of the Federal Government of Somalia in providing information with regard to arms imports. We welcome the Committee's decision to draw the attention of Member States to providing their support for the programme to reform the security sector, which requires the necessary financial and technical assistance.”
2016-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7626 (2016) · source
“I take this opportunity to express the support of Uruguay for the draft note of the presidency of Venezuela on improved working methods. In conclusion, Uruguay, as a member of the Security Council and as a troop-contributing country, cannot fail to mention the importance of improving the working methods of the Security Council in the maintenance of peace, including of its subsidiary body, the Working Group on Peacekeeping Operations, and its far-reaching impact.”
2016-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7620 (2016) · source
“Another aspect that could be improved is the time allowed for different kinds of documents to be distributed for consideration by Council members. Uruguay fully supports the measures proposed by Venezuela in the concept note with respect to, on the one hand, the importance of having more frequent open interactive briefings and consultations with countries affected by sanctions regimes, greater dissemination of information concerning the activities of sanctions committees in the international media, regular circulation of detailed summary records of sanctions committees' meetings, and greater and clearer dissemination of information concerning the duration of sanctions, including actions to be undertaken by individuals and entities under sanctions in order to have sanctions lifted, and, on the other hand, the preparation of new members of the Security Council for assuming chairmanships of the sanctions committees.”
2016-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7620 (2016) · source
“Uruguay believes that improving current working methods could have a positive influence on the achievement of desired objectives, thereby improving the effectiveness of sanctions regimes. At the same time, Uruguay believes that when sanctions are imposed, unintended secondary effects should be considered, as increased tensions could hinder dialogue aimed at finding political solutions to conflicts or have other negative impacts on the civilian population. For Uruguay, it is important that sanctions regimes comply with due process, which supports the proposal to open discussion on the expansion of the mandate of the Ombudsperson to all the sanctions committees. Uruguay also highlights its interest in greater transparency in the allocation of chairmanships of subsidiary bodies and of penholderships.”
2016-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7620 (2016) · source
“Given that all States Members of the United Nations have a fundamental interest in the work of the Security Council as a body that acts on their behalf pursuant to the Charter, Uruguay believes that ongoing dialogue with non-members of the Council is a commitment and a key challenge, because only through transparent and accurate information management will a good relationship be established, leading to the complete and satisfactory fulfilment of the Council's mandate for the benefit of all humankind. From this perspective, Uruguay highlights the importance ofsanctions regimes taking steps to achieve greater transparency, coherence and accountability, without violating the privileged or confidential nature of certain documents handled by sanctions committees.”
2016-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7620 (2016) · source
“Uruguay supports the flexible use of methodological tools that promote greater involvement of the United Nations membership, knowledge of the issues seized by the Council and the courses of action it adopts. In this regard, as it concluded its presidency of the Security Council in January, Uruguay proposed using more open discussion formats in Security Council debates on the issues on its agenda and make consultations into real action-oriented exchanges.”
2016-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7620 (2016) · source
“Mr. Bermudez (Uruguay) (spoke in Spanish): First of all, Mr. President, I would like to congratulate you for the initiative you have taken to convene today's debate on the working methods of the subsidiary organs of the Security Council, in particular its sanctions committees, which we consider to be of great relevance. We also thank you, Sir, for your substantial concept note (S/2016/102, annex). Similarly, we would like to thank Ambassadors Olof Skoog and Carlos Olguin Cigarroa for their respective briefings. As a member of the Accountability, Coherence and Transparency group, Uruguay sees accountability, coherence and transparency as being of prime importance in improving the working methods of the Security Council, including its subsidiary organs.”
2016-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7620 (2016) · source
“On behalf of the Security Council, I should like to express my appreciation to all the members of the Council and to the Secretariat who participated in the mission for the manner in which they discharged their important responsibilities. In particular, I would like to highlight the logistical and organizational arrangements that facilitated that mission. The meeting rose at10.30 a.m.”
2016-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7615 (2016) · source
“I thank the representative of France for his briefing. I now give the floor to the representative of Egypt, who will inform us about the Security Council's visit to the headquarters of the African Union in Addis Ababa.”
2016-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7615 (2016) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. At today's meeting, the Security Council will be briefed by the representatives of Egypt and France, two of the co-leaders of the Security Council mission to Africa that took place from 21 to 23 January. I now give the floor to the representative of France, who will brief us on the Security Council's visit to Burundi.”
2016-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7615 (2016) · source
“I thank Mr. Madeira for his briefing. I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 10.50 a.m.”
2016-01-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7614 (2016) · source
“I wish to draw the attention of the members of the Council to document S/2016/27, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on Somalia. I now give the floor to Mr. Keating.”
2016-01-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7614 (2016) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Somalia to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the following briefers to participate in this meeting: Mr. Michael Keating, Special Representative of the Secretary- General for Somalia and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia; and Mr. Francisco Caetano Jose Madeira, Special Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission for Somalia and Head of the African Union Mission in Somalia. On behalf of the Council, I welcome Mr. Keating and Mr. Madeira, who are joining today's meeting via video-teleconference from Addis Ababa. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
2016-01-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7614 (2016) · source
“The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 2263 (2016). I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements after the vote.”
2016-01-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7613 (2016) · source