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1. “They also directly affect populations that depend on the United Nations to restore peace and stability. Force generation and capacity-building are therefore crucial and interlinked. During the April briefing on peacekeeping organized by the United States (see S/PV.7918), the Secretary-General encouraged trilateral arrangements under which countries provide additional training and support to peacekeeping personnel under the auspices of the United Nations. Japan strongly encourages expanded discussion in the Council on trilateral capacity-building efforts between the United Nations, troop-contributing countries and third countries. Even capable and well-prepared troops cannot perform without realistic mandates that meet current needs. The role of the Council in this context is of vital importance.”

   2017-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8033 (2017) · source

2. “It is the responsibility of the Security Council to ensure that peacekeeping contributes to durable peace. The Council should assess how to achieve more efficient and better-performing missions as well as better- defined mandates and appropriate mandate reviews. Today's peacekeepers must be sufficiently prepared to respond to today's challenges. How can we achieve this? I would like to touch upon several priority areas. The first is capacity-building. Troop-contributing countries have the obligation to send personnel with the training and ability to meet United Nations standards and effectively do their jobs. But the reality is that we continue to see gaps and capacity shortfalls. These gaps have implications for the Security Council's credibility in enforcing its mandates and for the ability of missions to succeed.”

   2017-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8033 (2017) · source

3. “I thank Egypt for convening today's timely debate on United Nations peacekeeping. I also thank Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed, Ambassador Gert Rosenthal and Mr. Youssef Mahmoud for their briefings. At the outset, Japan commends all troop-contributing countries, police-contributing countries and certainly mission personnel themselves for their commitment to maintaining peace and security. Situations that require United Nations peacekeeping operations are becoming ever more complex. The review of the United Nations peace and security architecture is also under way. It is clear that improvements are needed in United Nations peacekeeping. Our question should be: how can we fundamentally strengthen the impact of peacekeeping on the ground?”

   2017-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8033 (2017) · source

4. “In that regard, we welcome the news of the recent release of political prisoners by the Government. We urge continued steps to create an environment conducive to the advancement of an inclusive political process. Such steps include the Government's full observance of the unilateral ceasefire, the release of any remaining political prisoners, the establishment of the hybrid court and improved media freedom. A ceasefire and constructive participation in the political process by the opposition groups are also important. The Council must be united in ensuring that all parties are actively engaged in an inclusive political process to achieve lasting peace in South Sudan.”

   2017-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8030 (2017) · source

5. “We welcome the progress in the various political processes under way, including efforts by the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) to resolve the violence and revitalize the Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan, the national dialogue process and the reintegration process of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement. Constructive and continuous engagement by all key parties in those processes is the only way to ensure peace in South Sudan. The Council should provide full support to IGAD Heads of State, the African Union (AU) Commission Chairperson and AU High Representative, the Secretary-General and the JMEC Chair in order to ensure success. To advance those processes with synergy and complementarity, genuine inclusiveness and transparency are key.”

   2017-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8030 (2017) · source

6. “We thank all troop-contributing countries for their efforts, and appreciate Kenya's agreement to deploy troops to the RPF. Nevertheless, it is regrettable that violations of the status of gorces agreement ccurred this month with regard to flight clearances for personnel of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). In a meeting this week with the diplomatic corps in Juba, the Government again announced a policy of cooperation on UNMISS activities, including the deployment of the RPF. Concrete action must follow. We strongly urge the Government's full cooperation with UNMISS, including on the completion ofthe RPF's deployment and its effective operation, as stipulated in the unanimously adopted resolution 2327 (2016).”

   2017-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8030 (2017) · source

7. “Children under 18, who represent the country's future, account for approximately two thirds of those refugees. Japan is concerned that the number of humanitarian access incidents in July, which included violence against personnel and assets, were the highest since the crisis began in December 2013. All parties must take prompt and effective action. At the joint meeting in July of the JMEC Humanitarian Working Committee and the Humanitarian High-Level Oversight Committee (HHLOC), it was agreed that the HHLOC would meet quarterly and the Humanitarian Coordination Forum (HCF) would meet monthly. We urge the Government to take steps to ensure that the HHLOC and HCF continue to meet regularly, and that their decisions are faithfully implemented. We welcome progress in the deployment of the Regional Protection Force (RPF) vanguard units.”

   2017-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8030 (2017) · source

8. “I would like to thank the Assistant Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, Mr. Wane, the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General, Mr. Haysom, and the Chair of the Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (JMEC), President Mogae, for their informative briefings. Japan is deeply concerned about the continued clashes, especially in Upper Nile, despite the unilateral ceasefire declared by President Kiir. Large numbers of people and humanitarian actors have fled due to the Government forces' advance towards Pagak. The Government of South Sudan must be fully aware that the number of displaced people is increasing at a faster rate in South Sudan than anywhere in the world, with one in three citizens being either a refugee or an internally displaced person.”

   2017-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8030 (2017) · source

9. “All Members of the United Nations must demonstrate a renewed commitment to implementing the existing Security Council resolutions, including the one we have just adopted, rigorously and thoroughly. Japan will continue to work closely with Council members and all Member States in order to reach a comprehensive solution to the problems related to North Korea.”

   2017-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8019 (2017) · source

10. “After a fifth test occurred, in September 2016, the Security Council sent an even stronger message via resolution 2321 (2016). Nevertheless, North Korea has continued to ignore the international community's calls by obstinately forging ahead with its nuclear and missile development programmes. That has resulted in the Council's adoption of resolution 2371 (2017) today. The resolution is robust and will reduce the North Korean regime's revenues by approximately $1 billion. It represents an urgent call to North Korea to change its behaviour. At this point, it is clear to everyone that North Korea is nowhere near resuming a meaningful dialogue. If we are to change its behaviour, we have no choice but to continue to increase the pressure.”

    2017-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8019 (2017) · source

11. “The second launch was already more technologically advanced than the first. The footage broadcast on Japanese television of the most recent launch showed that it was visible with the naked eye in Hokkaido as it fell into the sea off the coast of Japan. If the launch had been less lofted, the missile's range could have covered half the globe. It is abundantly clear that this is an imminent global threat to all Member States, not merely a regional one. North Korea seems determined to continue its nuclear build-up. In March 2016, the Security Council responded to its fourth nuclear test by adopting resolution 2270 (2016), at the time the most comprehensive to date, sending a clear message to North Korea that it must halt its nuclear development.”

    2017-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8019 (2017) · source

12. “Japan welcomes the unanimous adoption of resolution 2371 (2017). We would like to express our appreciation to the United States for taking the lead on it. We would also like to thank all other members of the Council for their support and hard work to make today's adoption possible. The need for the Security Council to strongly condemn North Korea's nuclear tests and ballistic- missile launches has considerably grown in the past year and a half. Since January 2016, North Korea has conducted two nuclear tests and launched approximately 40 ballistic missiles. The sheer number and frequency show how unprecedented and unacceptable these provocations are. Not only is the quantity outrageous, the qualitative advancements are also deeply alarming. Just last month, we saw two ballistic-missile launches with intercontinental range.”

    2017-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8019 (2017) · source

13. “I would also like to emphasize that where sanctions have been agreed upon and adopted by the Council, we should first work for their full and faithful implementation by each Member State before we discuss their effectiveness. Member States' awareness and capacity-building are key. Japan has long been a supporter of capacity- building efforts aimed at strengthening implementation and will continue to provide support to that end. We believe that where sanctions are selected among the various tools available, the Council must ensure that they are as effective as possible in achieving their desired aim.”

    2017-08-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8018 (2017) · source

14. “They should have clear goals and exit strategies. Each sanctions regime generally has its own internal exemption clauses or mechanisms to minimize unwanted adverse effects. To that end, the evolution in the way the Security Council uses smart sanctions, including financial sanctions, is a welcome one. The periodic review of sanctions in each sanctions committee could be useful. Once the Security Council decides to take certain sanctions measures, they need to be fully implemented in order to be effective. That can be challenging and complex, and may require both time and capacity- building on the part of Member States. Neighbouring countries have a particularly vital role to play in ensuring that the sanctions measures are effective. We must all work together to address the problem of sanctions evasion and loopholes.”

    2017-08-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8018 (2017) · source

15. “I also thank Mr. Zerihoun for his presentation. At the outset, Japan thanks Egypt for its initiative to hold today's briefing. United Nations sanctions are one of the measures provided for by the Charter of the United Nations to maintain or restore international peace and security. Where used properly, they can be effective, and they should be well integrated into broader strategies. Sanctions are tools for the achievement of specific political objectives. Those objectives are wide-ranging, including the restoration of peace after civil war, the prohibition of support for terrorists, the disarmament of armed groups and denuclearization. Each sanctions regime should be tailor-made to its specific context. Sanctions are not imposed for their own sake, and they are certainly not tools for punishment.”

    2017-08-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8018 (2017) · source

16. “Japan believes that such confidence-building efforts constitute part of the endeavour to promote the overall peace process through negotiations. These include the Jericho Agro Industrial Park, which hosts six Palestinian firms, with some of their products being exported to Jordan. We encourage interested parties to come and see what cooperation between Israel, Palestine, Jordan and Japan can achieve. The international community is playing an important role by encouraging dialogue and mutual trust. However, the political will of the parties is required first and foremost to relaunch negotiations and to rein in obstacles to peace. We must continue to encourage the parties to make difficult decisions. Japan will continue its engagement through the three pillars of political dialogue, confidence-building and economic cooperation.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source

17. “We should also recall that the blockade of the Gaza Strip directly affects livelihoods in Gaza. Japan stresses the importance of improving the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip by further easing the blockade while securing the prevention of the inflow of arms. International efforts to relaunch the dialogue continue against the backdrop of these persistent obstacles. We are encouraged by the Quartet's more visible engagement. Japan also appreciates the continued engagement by the United States, which is particularly crucial. The agreement on the allocation of water through the Red Sea-Dead Sea project to Palestinians shows what dialogue can achieve. Confidence-building, though concrete cases of cooperation, is in line with Japan's efforts over the years.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source

18. “Settlement activities are in violation of international law, and we have called upon Israel to freeze such activities. Japan does not recognize any unilateral change by either party that may prejudge the final resolution. Resolution of the conflict through dialogue and agreement is also the spirit of resolution 2334 (2016). Reconciliation among Palestinians is another important element in promoting peace. The deepening divide between the West Bank and Gaza is concerning, and it is the people of Gaza who bear the burden of that divide. Japan believes that the re-establishment of effective governance by the Palestinian Authority over Gaza will contribute to the overall peace process. The current plight of the people of Gaza is serious. Fatah and Hamas must find a way to alleviate this suffering.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source

19. “Japan is seriously concerned about the escalating tension in Jerusalem and the West Bank. The attack that occurred in the Old City of Jerusalem cannot be justified for any reason, and Japan condemns it. Japan stresses the importance ofrespecting the peace of the holy sites. The cycle of violence that followed shows how violent incidents can snowball into a highly volatile and dangerous situations. Violence is incompatible with the peaceful resolution of conflict, and the relevant parties must continue to work together to de-escalate the situation. Settlement activities continue in both the West Bank and east Jerusalem. The physical expansion of settlements erodes the viability of a two-State solution. Japan has issued a series of statements deeply deploring such activities.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source

20. “The situation in the Middle East remains volatile and complex. Many issues affect one another, further deepening their complexity. The Palestinian issue is one of the most complex. Japan continues to support a two-State solution based on the 1967 lines with mutually agreed swaps, which will achieve peaceful coexistence of a viable Palestinian State and Israel within secure and recognized borders. The final status of Jerusalem should be resolved through negotiations based on the assumption that it will be the future capital of both sides. We must continue to work together to achieve a solution that is just and sustainable. Since the previous open debate on this issue (see S/PV.7929), we have not seen any breakthroughs. The familiar obstacles to peace that we have seen for years persist.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source

21. “We must unite against the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant and other terrorist groups by implementing today's resolution, as well as related resolutions, in order to further enhance our counter-terrorism measures.”

    2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8007 (2017) · source

22. “Such documents include passengers' booking information, including itineraries, the names of traveling companions and payment methods. By analyzing PNRs, we can uncover suspicious travel patterns, the flow of terrorist actors and funds and, ultimately, terrorist networks. I stress the importance of PNRs and encourage all Member States that have not yet done so to employ PNR systems as soon as possible. To my knowledge, only 15 of the 193 Member States have introduced PNR systems thus far. In conclusion, I stress the importance of moving from adoption to implementation. Japan is always ready to work closely with other countries to enhance their capacities in this area.”

    2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8007 (2017) · source

23. “Foreign terrorist fighters are returning to their countries of origin and transiting through, travelling to or relocating in other Member States. For example, as the Secretary-General's report of 31 May (S/20l7/467) indicates, the threat level has intensified in South-East Asia due to returnees and relocating fighters going to the region. Given the global nature of the phenomenon, all Member States must enhance their measures against returning and relocating foreign terrorist fighters. In addressing the issue, we must bear in mind that the tactics of foreign terrorist fighters are evolving, including through the use of broken travel techniques. Passenger name records are one effective measure to detect foreign terrorist fighters. Today's resolution is the first to call upon Member States to use and develop PNRs.”

    2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8007 (2017) · source

24. “Japan welcomes the unanimous adoption of resolution 2368 (2017), which we co-sponsored. I would like to express my gratitude to the United States for taking the lead on drafting this important resolution. We have witnessed a large number of terrorist attacks around the world since the adoption of resolution 2253 (2015), in December 2015, and tactics are evolving. It was clear that we had to step up our measures by reviewing resolution 2253 (2015). There are a number of new paragraphs in today's resolution that address recent terrorist trends. I would especially like to highlight paragraph 39, on returning and relocating foreign terrorist fighters, and paragraph 36 on passenger name records (PNR). While the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant is experiencing military setbacks in Iraq and Syria, their threat is spreading globally.”

    2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8007 (2017) · source

25. “With this in mind, it is essential that Africa's partners, including States Members of the United Nations, the Security Council, the Peacebuilding Commission and other international organizations sustain the current high level of attention towards Africa. Japan will remain actively engaged with the continent going forward under the twin pillars of African ownership and international partnership.”

    2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006 (2017) · source

26. “Through the TICAD process, Japan's efforts have always centred on the long-term development of individual and institutional capacities. In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, we have partnered with the United Nations since 2004 to conduct training for more than 20,000 police officers in the country, including women and reintegrated former combatants. Similar efforts are under way in Cote d'Ivoire and Mali. Finally, during his trip to Somalia in March, the Secretary-General noted that the country is at a moment of both tragedy and hope. The same twin possibilities exist for many countries in Africa and are the subject of much international attention, as demonstrated by today's open debate.”

    2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006 (2017) · source

27. “In turn, that requires that the benefits of economic growth reach all people, who must be able to exercise their potential and participate actively in national and social development. Cooperation between the United Nations and the AU on the Sustainable Development Goals and Agenda 2063 will play a vital role in Africa's peace and stability and in addressing root causes of conflict. Since October 1993, together with the United Nations, the United Nations Development Programme, the African Union Commission and the World Bank, Japan has co-hosted the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD) in order to achieve Africa's long-term development through African ownership and international partnership.”

    2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006 (2017) · source

28. “The United Nations is capable of expanding its dynamic partnership with the AU far beyond peace support operations to include broad efforts to address root causes. In particular, the Security Council can consider the various areas of cooperation included in the Joint United Nations-African Union Framework for an Enhanced Partnership in Peace and Security, which was signed in April by Secretary-General Guterres and AU Commission Chair Moussa Faki Mahamat. The Framework includes a focus on preventing and mediating conflict, addressing root causes and responding to conflict, including financial cooperation on AU peace support operations. Broad and holistic cooperation will be needed to meet the challenges we collectively face. Peace and stability in Africa require self-sustaining economic growth.”

    2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006 (2017) · source

29. “The African Union (AU) is a prime example of African ownership being used to achieve political and economic integration, as well as prevent and resolve conflicts, based on its solidarity and shared values. The AU has acquired diverse capacities for regional action on matters pertaining to international peace and security, including mediation, such as regional efforts for the peaceful transition in The Gambia, peace support operations, such as the African Union Mission in Somalia, institution-building, such as security sector reform, as well as peacebuilding in order to address the root causes of conflict. In South Sudan, the AU, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development and regional countries are actively engaged, and the United Nations is also working together to change the situation for the better.”

    2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006 (2017) · source

30. “More concretely, it entails responding not only to immediate crises, such as conflict and famine, but also to the root causes of conflict. Resilient national, regional and local institutions are essential to empowering Africa's greatest resource, which is its people. One year ago, Japan, as the President ofthe Council, organized an open debate on peacebuilding in Africa (see S/PV.7750). Council members were united on the importance of African ownership and addressing the root causes of conflict, as well as the need to cooperate with regional and subregional organizations, which were included in a presidential statement (S/PRST/2016/12). We commend China for providing an opportunity to reaffirm the importance of those areas for Africa's peace and stability.”

    2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006 (2017) · source

31. “I would like to thank the Secretary-General and His Excellency Mr. Smail Chergui, Commissioner for Peace and Security of the African Union, for their attendance and excellent briefings. Africa is a continent of hope. Today we are pleased to witness great strides in economic growth and stability in many African countries, which are grounded in national ownership. Those strides have come from undertaking efforts to diversify economies towards self-sustaining growth and enhance the capacities of individuals and institutions. Africa's bright future, however, is predicated on the development of peaceful societies throughout continent that are free from conflict, poverty and violent extremism. The key to unlocking that future is a combination of African ownership and international partnership.”

    2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006 (2017) · source

32. “The Council should continue to monitor whether, in the light of the current security situation across the country, the current posture of the Mission is sufficient to ensure the effective and dynamic protection of civilians. While the overall strategic review is under way, we support MONUSCO's efforts in acting actively and flexibly, adapting to the situation under such difficult circumstances.”

    2017-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7998 (2017) · source

33. “Regarding another priority task of MONUSCO, that is, the protection of civilians, the Mission has been adjusted to relocate a substantive number of personnel and resources to the western and southern areas so as to better respond to this challenge. The situation in Kasai is dire, with more than 3,300 killings reported by the Catholic church since last October. Civilians continue to be attacked by armed elements in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Does this mean that the reinforcement of up to several hundred personnel in Kasai that is envisioned is not sufficient to achieve results on the ground?”

    2017-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7998 (2017) · source

34. “The international community, including the Council, must remain united and committed in sending a clear message to the parties in the Congo, especially the Government, on the need to swiftly implement the agreement, including the holding of elections. Supporting the political and electoral process is now one of MONUSCO's core mandates. Under-Secretary- General Lacroix has explained to us the main challenges that MONUSCO is currently facing, including the extreme difficulty of voter registration in Kasai given the situation and the lack of resources in general. He gave us some idea ofwhat else MONUSCO can and must do in supporting the Congolese authorities and these processes, including in particular the early holding of elections. We support the work of MONUSCO.”

    2017-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7998 (2017) · source

35. “We support MONUSCO's efforts to adapt to the situation and its trying to be as flexible and agile as possible within its mandate, as Mr. Lacroix explained to us today. Since the consultations we held three months ago, the situation of declining security is spreading, as evidenced by the serious violence in Kasai. The implementation of the political agreement has been slow at best, and the prospect of timely elections remains uncertain. In this regard, we are concerned by the announcement by the Independent National Electoral Commission that it will be unable to conduct the elections by the end of the year.”

    2017-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7998 (2017) · source

36. “I wish to thank Mr. Lacroix for his briefing. I welcome his visit to the Democratic Republic of the Congo last month to urge key players to fulfil their commitment to the December agreement, especially his engagement with President Kabila. I thought that was very important. Having heard his briefing, we remain deeply concerned about the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is regrettable that there has been little progress in the political process, including on the implementation of the December agreement. This has been the case since the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) mandate renewal and troop reduction in March. Security in the country has declined, and the situation is especially dire in Kasai.”

    2017-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7998 (2017) · source

37. “We will strongly support those activities, including via the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia, but the Government's role will be central. Japan will work closely with Colombia and the United Nations to support the parties in implementing the Peace Agreement and continues to stand with the people of Colombia.”

    2017-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7997 (2017) · source

38. “We hope that Japanese support for the rehabilitation of victims, post-conflict assistance such as demining and various other efforts, will contribute to the peace process and ultimately to the social and economic development of the people of Colombia. Much hard work lies ahead. A successful reintegration process is vital to sustaining peace. We appreciate the Colombian initiative for the socioeconomic reintegration of ex-Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia (FARC) combatants, and emphasize the importance of Government efforts to foster self-sufficiency through capacity-building and education. Proactive security efforts are also needed to secure the vacated areas, deal with armed groups and FARC dissidents, and protect community leaders and human rights defenders.”

    2017-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7997 (2017) · source

39. “Iwould like to warmly welcome Foreign Minister Holguin Cuellar to the Chamber. Japan welcomes the unanimous adoption of resolution 2366 (2017) and is pleased to have co-sponsored it. We commend the commitment of the parties in Colombia to the implementation of the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace. The Council has responded to that commitment though today's resolution. Japan congratulates Colombia on the historic completion of the laying down of arms on 27 June. That is a major step forward for reconciliation. The path to lasting peace will rely on the firm commitment of the parties.”

    2017-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7997 (2017) · source

40. “Given those challenges, Japan commends the Secretariat's efforts in preparing six-month reports with a high degree of independence, objectivity and expertise. In the recent report of the Secretary-General, we see some pending issues on which the Secretariat will need to update the Council in future reports. Given the particular challenges of data collection under resolution 2231 (2015), we encourage the Secretariat to utilize such tools as the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2140 (2014) and the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolutions 751 (1992) and 1907 (2009), concerning Somalia and Eritrea, to obtain relevant information. An objective and credible report will allow the Council to fully understand the situation and take appropriate action.”

    2017-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7990 (2017) · source

41. “Japan welcomes the steady implementation of JCPOA parties' nuclear-related commitments and commends the critical role of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) critical role in verifying and monitoring those commitments. We underscore that Iran's application of the additional protocol and the transparency measures is key not only for full implementation of the JCPOA, but also for regional confidence-building. Japan will continue to support the independent and objective work of the IAEA. One and a half years after the adoption of the JCPOA in January 2016, the uniqueness of the format of resolution 2231 (2015) has become increasingly clear. The format does not include a subsidiary body, but requires extensive data collection, analysis and reporting by the Secretariat.”

    2017-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7990 (2017) · source

42. “As other delegations have already noted today, we are concerned by the ballistic missile launches, which can be destabilizing for the delicate situation in the Middle East. On that note, we should recall the JCPOA's enormous potential to contribute to peace and security in the Middle East. In March, the Permanent Representative of Iran circulated a letter to the Council expressing Iran's willingness to take effective measures to end the crisis in Syria, including via humanitarian assistance. Iran can and should play a constructive role in peace and stability in the region, particularly in Syria and Yemen, and in the international community more generally. We hope that Iran will implement the commitments outlined in its March letter.”

    2017-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7990 (2017) · source

43. “I thank the three briefers for their statements on the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015). Japan fully supports the Secretary-General's call for all Member States to act in accordance with, and in support of, the historic Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and to avoid provocative actions and statements. Japan is committed to working closely with Council members, Iran and all other Member States to enable the most effective possible implementation of the JCPOA and resolution 2231 (2015). Let me turn now to Iran's ballistic missile launches. In his recent report (S/2017/515), the Secretary-General called upon Iran to avoid such ballistic missile launches that have the potential to increase tensions. Japan believes that such launches as conducted by Iran in January are inconsistent with resolution 2231 (2015).”

    2017-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7990 (2017) · source

44. “In today's security environment, we must urgently strengthen the non-proliferation regime at the global, regional and national levels. Japan will continue to actively support these endeavours.”

    2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985 (2017) · source

45. “The Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004) and its Group of Experts can help States strengthen their domestic non-proliferation systems by, for example, sharing expertise to formulate national implementation action plans and clarifying actual assistance needs. Facilitating direct interactions between Member States and the Committee will strongly bolster the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004). This year, Japan disbursed $1 million to the Trust Fund to support the work of the 1540 Committee. A significant portion will be used to finance these types of direct interactions. Japan urges interested States to contact the Committee and would also be happy to relay any message to the Committee as the Coordinator of the Working Group on Monitoring and National Implementation.”

    2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985 (2017) · source

46. “Malicious actors are misusing rapid advances in science, technology and international commerce for proliferation purposes. Proliferation activities must be prevented whenever and wherever they are attempted. States must be all the more vigilant, as their people and entities can unwittingly become complicit in proliferation activities. Japan strongly believes that enhancing the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004), especially the obligations set forth in the resolution related to domestic and export control, is imperative. Let me reiterate that resolution 2325 (2016) calls upon States that have not done so to start developing effective national control lists. State capacity-building is key for further implementation because proliferation can occur through the weakest link.”

    2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985 (2017) · source

47. “These activities are in blatant violation of Security Council resolutions and present a clear challenge to the global non-proliferation regime. This is simply not acceptable. Japan strongly urges North Korea to refrain from further provocations and violations and to comply faithfully and fully with the relevant Security Council resolutions, including resolutions 2321 (2016) and 2270 (2016), as well as its other commitments. The threat of WMD proliferation is also evident in Syria, with the actual use of chemical weapons. Japan strongly condemn such acts, which are not permissible under any circumstances. In the light of these clear and present threats, it is the responsibility of every State to protect itself and its people by strengthening international and domestic non-proliferation measures.”

    2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985 (2017) · source

48. “I would like to begin by thanking the Bolivian presidency for organizing today's open debate. The non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) is a priority for Japan. I also wish to thank the two briefers, Ms. Izumi Nakamitsu and Mr. Joseph Ballard, for their clear and informative briefings. Japan aligns itself with the joint statement of the Group of Friends of Resolution 1540 (2004), which is to be delivered later by the representative of Spain. Japan once again welcomes the adoption of resolution 2325 (2016) in December of last year. However, we must recognize and remain vigilant against the threat posed by the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction taking place now. The threat from North Korea's nuclear and ballistic-missile development has reached a new level.”

    2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985 (2017) · source

49. “We also await the results next month of the strategic review authorized by the resolution. We look forward to the Secretary-General's fresh inputs into the review following his visit to Kabul. Japan believes that the review must be an objective and impartial guideline for Council members in considering next steps. Once we have received the review, Japan, as the lead country on this file, will work with other Council members and stakeholders participating in today's debate to determine UNAMA's role in overcoming the difficult realities we currently face.”

    2017-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7980 (2017) · source

50. “In a recent informal meeting with Council members, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees noted improved Afghan Government efforts to absorb and integrate the dramatically increased number of returning refugees from neighbouring countries. We welcome the Secretary-General's visit to the internally displaced persons camp in Kabul on 14 June, which sent a very encouraging signal to some of the country's most desperate people. This visit underlines the necessity of international and United Nations support for the Afghan people's aspirations for peace and stability. In these challenging circumstances, the implementation of resolution 2344 (2017), which mandated the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) to support the people and the Government of Afghanistan in achieving peace and stability, is essential.”

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