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Bessedik

lines on the record: 46
first: 2016-12-15
most recent: 2019-07-09
sittings or episodes: 6
sources: un-security-council

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“In that connection, a meeting on the nexus between terrorism and transnational organized crime in West Africa was jointly organized in Algiers by Algeria and Canada in October 2017. The GCTF has also produced useful framework documents addressing the linkages between terrorism and organized crime, as well as the Algiers Memorandum on Good Practices on Preventing and Denying the Benefits of Kidnapping for Ransom by Terrorists. Finally, Algeria remains firmly engaged in global efforts to counter terrorism and violent extremism at all levels, and is ready to contribute to the collective endeavour to curb the threat posed by transnational organized crime and its nexus and collusion with terrorism.”
2019-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8569 (2019) · source
“The signing, in January, of an information-sharing agreement between INTERPOL and AFRIPOL provides an important joint platform for cooperation in a bid to reinforce their partnership and coordination in terms of combating both scourges. Further steps were also taken in supporting AU member States to further enhance the capacity of their national law enforcement agencies, including through the establishment of AFRIPOL national liaison offices and the African Police Communication System. As part of its global efforts to counter terrorism and violent extremism, Algeria also works closely with other actors, particularly the Global Counter- Terrorism Forum (GCTF), which complements United Nations counter-terrorism efforts. In that framework, Algeria and Canada are chairing the GCTF Capacity- building in the West Africa Region Working Group.”
2019-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8569 (2019) · source
“The African continent, through the African Union and its various institutions, and the countries directly affected have shown resilience and determination in combating terrorism and addressing trafficking- related terrorist financing. Various continental collective security initiatives and arrangements have been established, such as the Nouakchott and Djibouti Processes, the Committee of Intelligence and Security Services of Africa, the African Police Cooperation Organization (AFRIPOL) and the African Centre for the Study and Research on Terrorism (ACSRT). AFRIPOL and ACSRT, both based in Algiers, continue to play an important role in strengthening Africa's capacities to combat terrorism and organized transnational crime.”
2019-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8569 (2019) · source
“Although driven by different motives, the two scourges have a common purpose that serves their respective interests, that is, to weaken State institutions and reduce their capacity to assume their responsibilities. Terrorist groups in Africa are increasingly involved in criminal activities related to drugs and psychotropic substances, trafficking in firearms and humans, counterfeiting, the smuggling of cultural goods, the exploitation of natural resources and minerals, cattle rustling and piracy. The transboundary nature of terrorism and organized crime, as well as the existence of porous borders and ungoverned spaces in some AU member States, coupled with weak national institutional capacities of other member States, are often exploited by terrorist and criminal groups as they expand their activities.”
2019-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8569 (2019) · source
“Such mechanisms contribute to enhancing security cooperation among the Sahel countries, through the coordination and strengthening of border control measures, as well as through training and the sharing ofintelligence and equipment. It is worth mentioning that, at the thirtieth African Union (AU) Heads of State and Government Summit in February, in its capacity as an African Union Champion in combating terrorism and violent extremism, Algeria presented a report that outlines terrorist threats and trends on the African continent in 2018. The report notes that the connection between terrorism and transnational organized crime in Africa has grown at an alarming pace.”
2019-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8569 (2019) · source
“Like all Sahel countries, Algeria has consistently advocated an approach geared towards targeted and efficient action based on national ownership and aimed at combating terrorism and cross- border criminality, while assuming responsibility for security and stability within our territory, in keeping with our international obligations. Algeria's extensive military deployment on its borders is part of its efforts aimed at ensuring its national security and that of all its neighbours. Algeria has engaged in a concerted approach among the countries of the Sahel through various cooperation mechanisms, such as the Joint Operational General Staff Committee, the Sahel Fusion and Liaison Unit and many other forums.”
2019-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8569 (2019) · source
“Ensuring the effective implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the involvement of civil society and local communities are also essential in that regard. Addressing the nexus between terrorism and organized crime remains a central component of Algeria's comprehensive national strategy in the fight against terrorism. Accordingly, my country has adapted its legal framework related to anti-money- laundering and the criminalization of the financing of terrorism, assets-freeze measures and control of the non-profit sector, in conformity with relevant Security Council resolutions and the Financial Action Task Force standards. At the regional level, Algeria is fully committed to regional cooperation in fighting the destabilization caused by terrorist and organized crime groups in the Sahel region.”
2019-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8569 (2019) · source
“The United Nations counter-terrorism entities, particularly the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate, have an important role to play in identifying threats and capacity-building needs at the request of States, while bearing in mind that each region has its own specificities. We also need to address the structural conditions that are conducive to criminal activity and terrorism. The fight against both scourges can succeed only through a comprehensive approach to economic and social development and by promoting transparency and good governance and addressing the root causes, including poverty, inequality, exclusion and radicalization.”
2019-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8569 (2019) · source
“It is also important to highlight the importance for Member States to invest more in promoting effective border control and surveillance technologies, including introducing biometric identity documents. In that connection, we reaffirm that States have the sovereign right, in accordance with international law, to secure their borders. Cooperation between States in that regard can be achieved only through a coherent and coordinated approach that respects the basic principles of sovereign equality, political independence, territorial integrity and non-intervention in matters that are essentially within a State's domestic jurisdiction.”
2019-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8569 (2019) · source
“As underscored in the concept note (S/20l9/537, annex), there is an urgent need to better understand and address the evolving linkages between terrorism and organized crime, as well as the manner and extent to which they vary in different regions and contexts. We must mobilize our joint efforts to develop and deploy a set of tools to disrupt those expanding networks and cut off the funds that they are generating. Exchanging information among intelligence, military and police officials, enhancing the capacity of national police and financial intelligence units, providing the necessary technical assistance as requested and further sharing of resources and technology among States must be key priorities.”
2019-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8569 (2019) · source
“Despite territorial setbacks and the limiting of the funds available to such terrorist groups as the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant and Al-Qaida, these entities are showing a great capacity for mobility, adaptation and innovation and often resort to new methods of financing to diversify their revenue streams. It is therefore expected that terrorist groups across Africa and other parts of the world will support themselves through a variety of criminal activities, including trafficking in persons, illicit drug trafficking, cybercrime, illegal exploitation of natural resources, extortion, kidnapping for ransom, trafficking in firearms, money-laundering and smuggling of migrants, as well as radicalizing criminals in the prison system.”
2019-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8569 (2019) · source
“Let me begin by expressing my appreciation to the Peruvian presidency of the Security Council for organizing this timely and extremely important open debate on linkages between international terrorism and organized crime. I also thank each of the three briefers for their comprehensive briefings. The growing threat to peace and security posed by organized transnational crime and its nexus with terrorism and violent extremism certainly require further attention and action by the international community. It must step up its efforts to sever the links between both scourges and address them in a holistic manner.”
2019-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8569 (2019) · source
“Eighth, the Security Council should consider the systematic inclusion of the monitoring of human rights in all peacekeeping mandates so that Violations of human rights and humanitarian rights are reported and necessary measures can be taken. This meeting must be seen as a reaffirmation of our collective commitment to protecting civilians in situations of conflict and be the first step towards a transition to a policy of non-indifference. Lastly, when all States and all parties engaged in armed conflict respect international humanitarian law, it will be easier to create a more humane world.”
2019-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8534 (2019) · source
“Fifth, no one is above the law. To that end, it is important to prevent all violations defined as such in the various legal instruments. Sixth, more needs to be done to ensure that humanitarian personnel have access to the most vulnerable and that they be treated with respect and dignity. Action should be taken against humanitarian personnel who Violate the principles of humanitarian action. Seventh, it is important to ensure more effective coordination between the Security Council, the General Assembly and the Economic and Social Council, and to further involve regional and subregional organizations, such as the African Union, which has made great progress in that regard.”
2019-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8534 (2019) · source
“First, there is an imperative need to establish a comprehensive, coherent and concrete approach to the issue of the protection of civilians in armed conflict. Second, we need to adopt an inclusive strategy that attacks the root causes of conflict and ensures the long- term protection of civilians. Third, we must strengthen the international and domestic legal frameworks in post-conflict settings. States must, inter alia, adopt legislation that punishes the most serious violations of the Geneva Conventions and their Protocols Additional. Fourth, the protection of civilians has to obey the principles of universality and non-selectivity. In that regard, we deplore the fact that, in many situations, the international community is doing little or nothing, especially with regard to populations under foreign or colonial occupation.”
2019-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8534 (2019) · source
“At that time much remained to be done, and the report cited the displacement of civilians and refugees, serious human rights abuses, the use of sexual violence and starvation of populations as a weapon of war, the recruitment of child soldiers, the proliferation of small arms, cross-border movements, the difficulty of delivering emergency humanitarian aid and attacks against humanitarian personnel - all of which are still characteristics of the many conflicts that are shaking the planet. The protection of civilians must be the core of any mediation and conflict resolution effort, and mediators must attach special importance to that aspect. In that regard, I would like to share with the Council our Vision of the way forward and, in particular, how the Security Council and the United Nations and its Member States could act.”
2019-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8534 (2019) · source
“Despite the efforts made during the past two decades to protect civilians in armed conflict through the strengthening of peacekeeping mandates and their implementation, and the disarmament, demobilization, reintegration and rehabilitation process, following the issuance of the Secretary-General's first report on the issue (S/1999/957), the situation with regard to the protection of civilians has, unfortunately, not changed.”
2019-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8534 (2019) · source
“It must be respected in all circumstances so as to ensure the survival of the values of humanity and, very often, simply to protect human lives, which is an obligation, not an option. The changing nature of contemporary armed conflict and of the means and methods of warfare highlights the constantly shifting challenges that civilian populations are facing around the globe. That change raises multiple questions regarding the applicability of international humanitarian law and its efficiency as we celebrate this year the seventieth anniversary of the cornerstone of international humanitarian law, the Geneva Conventions, and the twentieth anniversary of the adoption of resolution 1265 (1999), relating to the protection of civilians in armed conflict.”
2019-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8534 (2019) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank Mrs. Retno Lestari Priansari Marsudi, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, for organizing this open debate on the protection of civilians in armed conflict - a subject of enormous importance that is a matter of high priority and concern for my country, Algeria. I would also like to thank in particular the Permanent Representative of Indonesia for his concept note (S/2019/385, annex). We fully share his views on the priority areas he identified. Algeria aligns itself with the statement delivered by the representative of Venezuela on behalf of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries. Let me be clear - humanitarian law is a sensitive issue and no compromise can be tolerated.”
2019-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8534 (2019) · source
“The criminal acts are increasing by the day, and we therefore call on the Council to fully assume its responsibilities and to ensure that all of its resolutions on the subject are fully applied. In conclusion, we restate that the capacity of the international community to establish international peace and security is at stake here. We need to show solidarity, and Algeria participates generously in that solidarity, by seeking to establish a sustainable solution that reflects its commitment to the three pillars of the United Nations, namely, peace and security, development and human rights.”
2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011Reprise1 (2017) · source
“My delegation expresses its full solidarity with the people and authorities of the Palestinian State, a brother country. We have always supported the Palestinian people and their just cause to recover their full rights, including full and entire recognition of the Palestinian people under international law, on the territories that have been occupied since 1967, and we call for the creation of an independent State with East Jerusalem as its capital. In the face of this dangerous spike in violence and systematic efforts to Judaize the Islamic holy sites, we call on the international community to accelerate its joint efforts to ensure that the Palestinian people are not left without defence and can protect the holy sites.”
2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011Reprise1 (2017) · source
“We also condemn the unfair blockade of the West Bank, which continutes despite the many international calls to end the occupation, including resolutions of the Security Council and the General Assembly. The violations and violence are very dangerous. They includes murder, the arrest of Palestinian worshippers around the Al-Aqsa Mosque and others. Those measures deprive Palestinians of the freedom of religion. We also see attempts to displace citizens and the destruction of houses. We condemn such horrible crimes in the strongest terms. Furthermore, the practices of the occupying forces constitute a flagrant violation of international law, including international humanitarian law, without accountability and in total impunity. That is why the international community must act to end those heinous crimes.”
2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011Reprise1 (2017) · source
“Mr. Bessedik (Algeria) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, on behalf of the delegation of Algeria I would like to thank you, Sir, for having organized this open debate on the Middle East and the very dangerous developments in the occupied Palestinian territories. I also thank Mr. Mladenov for his briefing on the issue. My delegation aligns itself with the statement made on behalf of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the Non-Aligned Movement. Algeria condemns the violations and dangerous attacks that continue to be carried out by the Israeli occupying forces against Palestinian worshippers around the Al-Aqsa Mosque and elsewhere in the West Bank.”
2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011Reprise1 (2017) · source
“Fourthly, cooperation should be enhanced in the field of training, technology transfers, science and innovation, especially as the African continent has the greatest demographic potential. Finally, Africa deserves a place in the permanent category of Security Council membership, given the current geopolitical realities in terms of its numerical strength, growing economic power, demographic dynamics and growing role in multilateral forums.”
2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006 (2017) · source
“My delegation believes that those core points constitute a strong basis for a partnership relation between the two organizations. In conclusion, we would also like to suggest the following. First, any selective approach in areas of cooperation and coordination between the United Nations and the AU for any question that is related to Africa should be abandoned. Secondly, this suggestion applies also to the annual meeting of the AU Peace and Security Council and the Security Council on the decision-making related to the agenda of consultations. Thirdly, a continuous process of association of the African Union to consultations on any document or action on African issues to be taken by the Security Council or by other United Nations organs should be established.”
2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006 (2017) · source
“In this decision, the Peace and Security Council recalled also the communique that was adopted at its 547th meeting, held in New York on 26 September 2015, which welcomed the modalities proposed by the Chairperson of the Commission on the follow-up steps on the African common position on the review of United Nations peace operations for the provision of United Nations assessed contributions to African Union-mandated or -authorized peace support operations, and agreed that the operationalization of the proposed arrangements for the financing ofAU-led peace support operations undertaken with the authorization of the Security Council should be predicated on the following: first, African ownership, as a key factor to the success of peace efforts on the continent; second, reaffirmation of the primary role of the Security Council in the maintenance of international peace and security and of the role of regional arrangements as elaborated in Chapter VIII of the Charter of the United Nations; third, acknowledgment that support by the United Nations to regional organizations in matters relating to the maintenance of international peace and security is an integral part of collective security as provided for in the Charter of the United Nations; fourth, enhanced strategic partnership with the United Nations, including the development of a framework outlining the steps necessary to activate authorization by the Security Council of AU-led missions to be supported by United Nations assessed contributions; fifth, strengthening the AU's capacity to plan and manage peace support operations; sixth, the enhancement of AU financial oversight mechanisms; and seventh, the strengthening of the AU's human rights due-diligence capabilities, including preventing and combating sexual exploitation and abuses in AU-led peace support operations.”
2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006 (2017) · source
“The AU Peace and Security Council, at its 689th meeting held on 30 May, adopted a decision in which it recalled its earlier decisions on the partnership between the African Union and the United Nations in the area of peace and security, including the financing of AU- mandated or -authorized peace support operations undertaken with the authorization of the Security Council.”
2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006 (2017) · source
“In reality, these latest developments in the relation between the intergovernmental bodies, based on the provisions of Article VIII of the Charter of the United Nations and the Constitutive Act of the African Union, are but a step forward building on previous realizations in this regard. It is worth recalling that the very first resolution on cooperation between the United Nations and regional and subregional organizations is the one adopted in 1963 on cooperation with the Organization of African Unity (OAU) and that many peace processes for conflict resolution in Africa conducted by the United Nations were possible because of the contribution of the African Union-OAU, as shown by many examples.”
2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006 (2017) · source
“In this regard, we would like to commend the holding of the first annual African Union-United Nations Conference, on 19 April, as well as the conclusion ofthe Joint United Nations-African Union Framework for an Enhanced Partnership in Peace and Security, which states, inter alia, that "the United Nations and the African Union have strongly endorsed closer cooperation and coordination in peace and security", and that both the Security Council and the African Union have stated the need to transform the partnership between the two organizations into one that is predictable, systematic and strategic.”
2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006 (2017) · source
“Agenda 2063, silencing the guns by 2020, countering terrorism and violent extremism, and the completion of the decolonization process in the continent, among other things, are but a few examples of the many commitments decided together at the level of the Heads of State and Government of the 55 African countries. As we live in an interconnected world, it is obvious that Africa's contribution to its own security and prosperity is also a contribution to the larger world peace and prosperity. To that end, cooperation with the United Nations and with regional and subregional partners of Africa is of paramount importance.”
2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006 (2017) · source
“Based on its long-standing experience in the field of mediation, Algeria's contribution to peace in its neighboring countries is also foreseen in the cases of Mali, Libya and the Western Sahara, as well as in its cooperation and coordination with the countries of the Sahel and beyond. As reaffirmed at the latest Summit of the African Union, held earlier this year in Addis Ababa by the Heads of State and Government of its member States, finding lasting and durable African solutions to African problems and conflicts is a core principle of the African Union. In this regard, many bold initiatives and actions are undertaken to uphold the continent's peace, security and development.”
2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006 (2017) · source
“My country places peace and security in the African continent at the centre of its international policy. This commitment is translated through concrete actions, in particular in the area of conflict resolution. His Excellency the President of the Republic, Mr. Abdelaziz Bouteflika, in his capacity as Coordinator of the African Union for counter-terrorism and violent extremism, presented to the latest Summit a memorandum on the African counter-terrorism strategy, which was introduced on his behalf by our Prime Minister. The memorandum, which will serve as a road map for the continental organization in the context of the fight against terrorism, was unanimously adopted by the Heads of State and Government of the 55 States members of the African Union.”
2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006 (2017) · source
“At the outset, I would like to reiterate my congratulations to the friendly People's Republic of China on assuming the presidency of the Security Council for this month. We wish you every success in implementing your mandate, Sir. The choice of today's open debate is commendable, as are the efforts made in the preparation and circulation of the concept note (S/2017/574, annex). We would like to commend the Secretary-General for his briefing, as well as the African Union (AU) Commissioner for Peace and Security for his valuable intervention and the very precise and central points he shared with us today on this important subject. Peace and Security in Africa, as well as its economic, social and cultural development, are among my country's priorities.”
2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006 (2017) · source
“While we support the importance of protecting critical infrastructure against terrorist attacks, we firmly believe that the battle against that dreadful scourge must be waged every day and in every area of activity, whether political, institutional, economic, cultural, religious, educational or social. Any hope of success requires the active involvement of all national institutions, all societal stakeholders and all citizens. Lastly, Algeria will remain actively engaged in efforts to counter terrorism and violent extremism at every level, and will contribute constructively to advancing efforts to put an end to terrorism, including through the work of the General Assembly.”
2017-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7882 (2017) · source
“The current context requires both coordination and strengthening the capacities of the countries of the region on the basis of the principle of ownership. Algeria has engaged in a concerted approach via many cooperation mechanisms, thereby ensuring a great contribution to facilitating the deepening of security cooperation among the countries concerned, by coordinating and strengthening border-control measures and sharing intelligence. The significant military forces deployed at Algeria's borders participate in the Government's efforts to ensure not just our own national security but also that of our neighbours.”
2017-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7882 (2017) · source
“For its part, Algeria's efforts to combat terrorism and to improve regional and international awareness and cooperation in that connection predate the manifestation of major international acts of terrorism. From the beginning, we have striven to strengthen anti-terrorism efforts at the national, regional and international levels. We would like to underline the importance of consolidating efforts with the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy by enhancing cooperation at bilateral, regional and international levels, strengthening capabilities and exchanging best practices and expertise on combating terrorism. Algeria continues to make every effort to enhance coordination and cooperation, especially in the Sahel region.”
2017-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7882 (2017) · source
“Inthe specific areaoftheprotectionofinfrastructure, Algeria has enacted significant qualitative measures and made major efforts that have helped to ensure a secure environment for all its infrastructure, public and private. We won our battle against terrorism, a scourge that affected much of our national infrastructure during the 1990s. In addition, we have taken significant steps to ensure the security of our borders. The protection of our infrastructure remains at the heart of our national strategy, through action that is well coordinated among the various security forces, each in its specific field of action. Resolution 2341 (2017), adopted earlier today, puts the emphasis on international cooperation and timely information-sharing.”
2017-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7882 (2017) · source
“Algeria also reiterates its determination to continue fighting terrorism and violent extremism, as well as warning against any misconceptions or tendentious associations of terrorism with specific religions, civilizations or geographic areas. From our point of view, the fight against violent extremism and terrorism must also include the fight against xenophobia and Islamophobia. Algeria strongly believes that preventing and combating terrorism, including protecting critical infrastructure from terrorist attacks and threats, require a high level of vigilance and mobilization. It is clear that this battle cannot be limited exclusively to the security dimension; it must deploy a coherent national strategy, upstream and downstream.”
2017-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7882 (2017) · source
“Mr. Bessedik (Algeria) (spoke in Arabic): I would first like to congratulate Ukraine on assuming the presidency of the Security Council for this month, and to wish the Ukrainian delegation every success. My delegation aligns itself with the statement delivered earlier by the representative of Venezuela on behalf of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries. (spoke in English) I would like to express my delegation's appreciation for the convening of today's open debate and the relevant choice of topic, one whose connection to the security of my country and the life and well-being of my people is critically important. We would like to take this opportunity to once again reiterate our strong condemnation of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, regardless of motive and wherever, whenever and by whomever it is committed.”
2017-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7882 (2017) · source
“Our deep conviction continues to be that the elimination of the threat of nuclear, biological and chemical weapons must be based on the complete elimination of those same weapons to prevent the otherwise doomed fate that otherwise would lie in store for all humankind.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“My delegation deeply regrets that we are not even at the starting blocks for the establishment of a nuclear- weapon-free zone in the Middle East, which is an issue that prevented any positive outcome of the most recent NPT Review Conference. Eighth, let me reiterate the importance of the negotiation process and multilateral mechanisms. They all have to be strengthened and respected. They remain the most appropriate frameworks, in particular the Conference on Disarmament and the General Assembly. Finally, my delegation, which is chairing the First Committee of the General Assembly at its seventy- first session, is sparing no effort towards achieving the general goals of disarmament enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“However, we believe, particularly in certain cases, - as set forth in the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) - that nuclear-weapon States owe it to the world to begin fulfilling their commitment to disarmament and to allowing equal access to the peaceful use of the related technologies. In the case of the prolonged delay of that fulfilment, the relevance of the Treaty could be questioned. We do not consider those commitments to be promises on shaky ground but indisputable international legal obligations. Seventh, the path taken by the international community with regard to chemical and biological weapons should set a similar example pertaining to their nuclear counterparts and the threat that they pose.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“Fifth, the African Common Defense and Security Policy of the African Union clearly defines all those objectives, lends strong support to resolution 1540 (2004) and greatly counts on international cooperation in all areas linked to combating WMDs, Moreover, the African Commission on Nuclear Energy established by the Pelindaba Treaty is today an impressive reality that should be supported. In that regard, we recall resolution 1977 (2011), and in particular paragraphs 10, 15 and 17, and we expect the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004) to take practical steps going forward for regional cooperation. Sixth, we understand that the actions needed in general to achieve those goals require additional and strong encouragement.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“It is the firm conviction of my delegation that the elimination of WMDs is the surest way to prevent the threat that they potentially pose to humankind in general, as was stated 70 years ago during the very first session of the General Assembly. Third, we truly look forward to seeing an articulated an appropriate balance between the need for the peaceful use of technologies aimed at development and socioeconomic progress and the concern to protect ourselves from their misuse by unchecked or inappropriate actors. Fourth, it is evident to us that the review should clearly indicate the right to access those technologies for peaceful purposes and define precisely what constitutes international cooperation and appropriate funding.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“Algeria remains committed to resolution 1540 (2004) and has, in that regard, regularly submitted its national reports in accordance with its provisions. My delegation would like to emphasize the following points. First, we look forward to examining in depth the review just concluded as clearly stated in resolution 2325 (2016), which was adopted this morning, with a View towards strengthening and following up on resolution 1540 (2004). Second, we view that step as part of the architecture of disarmament in all its aspects. We firmly underline that it is our common duty to make sure that no WMD, no WMD technology and no WMD acquired through trade end up in the hands of non-State actors.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“At the outset, my delegation would like to express its appreciation for the convening of this important high-level open debate dedicated to the non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMD). The adoption of resolution 1540 (2004) has contributed to facilitating the implementation of important measures to prevent the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery among non-State actors. However, we stress that its full implementation by all States is a long-term task that will require continuous efforts at national, regional and international levels. As a State party to the main treaties related to weapons of mass destruction, Algeria reaffirms its long-standing position that the only guaranty against use or the threat ofthe use ofthese weapons by non- State actors is to eliminate them once and for all.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source