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first: 2021-12-09
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“Mr. Biang (Gabon) (spoke in French): I thank Under-Secretary-General DiCarlo and High Representative Nakamitsu for their briefings and the information provided. I also welcome the participation of our Ukrainian colleague in this meeting. The meeting is being held in a context marked by the risk of the use of weapons of mass destruction. The serious reciprocal accusations from all sides of this table regarding the continuing risk of the use of chemical weapons in connection with ongoing testing programmes do not bode well for humankind. My country calls on the parties to adhere fully to the relevant provisions of the Biological Weapons Convention, which strictly prohibits the use of broad- spectrum weapons, as well as their development, production and stockpiling.”
2022-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8991 (2022) · source
“In conclusion, I call on the members of the Security Council to seize every opportunity that diplomacy offers to reach a negotiated settlement and avoid an escalation of hostilities. In my African culture, when two people from the same village come to blows, it is up to their relatives, neighbours and friends to arbitrate and engage in finding peace. Experience has often shown that the sooner friends and relatives intervene, the sooner calm returns. And whenever those around them take sides in the confrontation, it exacerbates the situation. Of course, once calm is restored it is always easier to establish who is responsible in a holistic and peaceful way. It is in the light of this Bantu wisdom of Africa that I would like to reiterate to all parties our call for an immediate ceasefire and de-escalation.”
2022-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8988 (2022) · source
“My country calls on the warring parties to respect the provisions of international humanitarian law, in particular the Geneva Convention of 1949 and its Additional Protocols, and to guarantee respect for and protection of all medical personnel and humanitarian workers. Gabon welcomes the establishment of humanitarian corridors for civilians to evacuate combat zones and urges the parties to the conflict to do everything possible to bring about an immediate ceasefire. I would like to reiterate the position that Gabon clearly expressed in the General Assembly, namely, that this situation cannot end without an immediate and lasting resolution to stop the fighting. That will requires all parties to engage in negotiations in good faith and with a firm will to end the conflict and remove all its deep-rooted causes.”
2022-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8988 (2022) · source
“I would like to call on everyone’s sense of humanity to offer the same reception to all people in distress, regardless of origin or race, including African nationals and students, whose distress is no less great in this situation of confusion and terror. We call for their dignity to be respected and for equal treatment of all persons in distress. Indeed, there are repeated reports from various sources of discrimination and the detention of African students in areas at risk. That is a worrisome and morally unsustainable situation, which must be unanimously and vigorously denounced.”
2022-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8988 (2022) · source
“We welcome the important and multifaceted action of the international community, which is reflected in donations in kind and in financing from bilateral and multilateral partners, including the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund, which since the beginning of the war activated their rapid financing mechanisms and pledged to mobilize $3 billion, including $550 million, in the very short term, to support Ukraine. That mobilization provides invaluable support to the humanitarian response plan that was just launched by the United Nations. We also express our appreciation for the generosity of the countries neighbouring Ukraine, which have shown exemplary selflessness in hosting refugees fleeing the fighting.”
2022-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8988 (2022) · source
“My country expresses its solidarity with the people in distress and all those suffering from the consequences of this war and calls on the parties to the conflict to create safe and unrestricted exit routes from combat zones. We call on the warring parties to facilitate the quick, safe and unimpeded delivery of humanitarian assistance to those who need it and to protect civilians, including humanitarian personnel and people in vulnerable situations, in particular women, the elderly, persons with disabilities and children, in accordance with the Geneva Conventions of 1949.”
2022-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8988 (2022) · source
“The fighting has caused significant loss of life and led to almost 1 million people leaving the territory of Ukraine to seek refuge in neighbouring countries. The massive displacement of people, in particularly difficult conditions due to the cold, has left them in urgent need of food, water and other basic necessities. In addition, the damage to, and destruction of, civilian infrastructure in combat zones and those affected by air strikes and bombing is likely to hamper people’s access to water, food, health care and other basic services. We are particularly concerned about the harm to civilians, women and children. UNICEF estimates that several million people are at risk.”
2022-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8988 (2022) · source
“Mr. Biang (Gabon) (spoke in French): I thank Under-Secretary-General Martin Griffiths and Ms. Catherine Russell, Executive Director of UNICEF, for their very informative briefings. We take note of the appointment of Mr. Amin Awad as United Nations Crisis Coordinator for Ukraine. A dozen days after the start of the war in Ukraine, we are holding today this second meeting on the humanitarian situation, which allows us to assess the situation on the ground, taking into account that in times of armed conflict, the situation is likely to evolve very quickly and that the context can alter our projections or judgment of the reality. Let us stick to the facts. On 24 February this year, the security situation in the Ukraine flared up.”
2022-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8988 (2022) · source
“In conclusion, my country urges the international community to demonstrate empathy and to provide support to all the victims of the war, without discrimination based on nationality or race.”
2022-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8983 (2022) · source
“Gabon would like to take this opportunity to emphasize the African Union’s call under these circumstances for respect for international law and for the equal treatment of all persons crossing international borders during the conflict. The only way to end humanitarian suffering and the people’s distress is by ending the hostilities. We therefore reiterate our call for an immediate ceasefire and de-escalation. The scale of the needs in Ukraine and its neighbouring countries requires a commensurate humanitarian response. The funding appeal for humanitarian assistance to be launched tomorrow by the Secretary-General will give us an excellent opportunity to achieve that.”
2022-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8983 (2022) · source
“For that reason, we call for the unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid to those who need it, without discrimination. We commend in that regard the outpouring of generosity that Ukraine’s neighbours have shown in welcoming those fleeing the war. I want to echo the cries for help from the African nationals and students, including students from my country, who are facing discrimination as they flee the war in Ukraine and seek shelter. There have been many accounts of people experiencing racism, which is unacceptable. We urge respect for people’s dignity and call for all persons in distress to be treated equitably.”
2022-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8983 (2022) · source
“Mr. Biang (Gabon) (spoke in French): I thank Under-Secretary-General Martin Griffiths and High Commissioner Filippo Grandi for their insightful briefings. I also welcome the participation of the Permanent Representative of Ukraine in these discussions. Our view of the situation in Ukraine is clear. We do not want a war against a Member State of the United Nations, and we equally deplore the humanitarian consequences of war. My country is deeply concerned about the attacks on civilians and civilian public goods. We urge the parties to the conflict to refrain from any use of weapons that may have indiscriminate effects. We stand in solidarity with the people who are victims of a war not of their choosing and one that they did not provoke.”
2022-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8983 (2022) · source
“The responsibilities that we must assume today and every day as members of the Council compel us to defend, reaffirm and renew the commitment we made 77 years ago: to save current and succeeding generations from the scourge of war.”
2022-02-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8979 (2022) · source
“The international community owes it to itself to seize this momentum to take a hard, critical look at itself and refrain from engaging anywhere in the world in all wars of choice, all wars of influence, all hegemonic wars, all resource-driven wars and all unjust and dehumanizing wars. The international stage must not be like a jungle in which nations are either predators or prey. In conclusion, we wish to reiterate our call for an immediate ceasefire and de-escalation. We urge the belligerents not to obstruct humanitarian aid access for the populations in need. We call on all parties to resume dialogue and commit to settling the conflict peacefully.”
2022-02-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8979 (2022) · source
“War never has any real winners, but only serves to inflict horrific suffering and perpetuate a vicious cycle of resentment. My country is committed to peace and the founding principles of the Charter of the United Nations and supports a fairer, rules-based international order. For those reasons, today we will condemn a war against a Member State of the United Nations. My country joins all those who condemn the war today, in the hope that the language we have used to reaffirm the principles of the Charter will never again be left open to interpretation, and that wherever the principles on which our position is based are violated they will always be defended with the same determination and vigour.”
2022-02-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8979 (2022) · source
“Mr. Biang (Gabon) (spoke in French): Today the Security Council is tasked with reaffirming the fundamental principles that underpin its existence. The main objective of the United Nations, which was established at the end of a deadly war, has been to prevent and deter another such conflict. Many nations and peoples of the world still struggle to cleanse themselves of the afflictions of the wars of the past. Meanwhile, we are trying to decisively address the multiple vulnerabilities and fragilities that pose a threat to humankind. We do not need new wars or new fears. War is the denial of the aspirations of the peoples of the world. War sows death and destruction. It causes terrible and often irreparable devastation and trauma.”
2022-02-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8979 (2022) · source
“We call on all political actors to secure a political deal that accommodates the interests of all the parties in order to overcome the ongoing impasse. That is the only path to the country’s peaceful political transition that will safeguard the interests of the Iraqi people.”
2022-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8975 (2022) · source
“We acknowledge UNAMI’s continuous support for the efforts of the Governments of Iraq and Kuwait on the subject of missing Kuwaitis and third-country nationals, as well as the work of the Tripartite Commission and the International Committee of the Red Cross. We applaud the recent advances made in including new initiatives to provide information that could help identify the location of undiscovered burial sites and further encourage the Government of Iraq to continue to build on the progress made in the search for missing Kuwaiti national archives. In conclusion, we reiterate our support for UNAMI and the relevant agencies of the United Nations system in their continued and multifaceted support alongside with the Government and the people of Iraq. Time is of the essence.”
2022-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8975 (2022) · source
“In that vein, we welcome the publication of the joint report of UNAMI and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, entitled “Human Rights and Freedom of Expression: Trials in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq”, which examines the criminal proceedings in four emblematic cases tried by the Erbil Criminal Court. We acknowledge and commend the efforts of the Government of Iraq, with the support of the international community, in fulfilling its obligation to Kuwait with regard to the compensations called for by the United Nations and the United Nations Compensation Commission, in accordance with resolutions 687 (1991) and 692 (1991). The same applies to Iraq’s accession to the Paris Agreement, which also sends a strong message that should be noted.”
2022-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8975 (2022) · source
“With regard to the human rights situation in Iraq, we note the activities being undertaken by UNAMI, together with other stakeholders, to promote human rights and build capacity to address the areas of justice, accountability and the rule of law in Iraq. We reiterate the call on the Government of Iraq to take further measures to hold persons accountable for human rights violations and abuses against demonstrators and civil society actors. For example, during the period from 1 October to 31 December 2021, UNAMI documented 28 incidents involving nearly 115 civilians, including 50 deaths and 65 injuries, including among women and children. Those barbaric acts have been attributed both to Da’esh and to unidentified armed militias.”
2022-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8975 (2022) · source
“Concerning the recent violent attacks carried out on 21 January by Da’esh in the district of Al-Azim, in which 11 soldiers were killed, we must hold the perpetrators of such crimes, whose activities affect the entire region, to account. In addition, mines and unexploded bombs are among the greatest challenges facing the Iraqi authorities in enabling the displaced to return to their homes in the liberated areas in the north of the country, particularly in the governorates of Ninawa and Kirkuk. As an illustration of the latter, another child was killed on 19 February in an explosion caused by a live mine in Dhi Qar governorate. We call on the international community to support Iraq in its fight against that scourge.”
2022-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8975 (2022) · source
“With regard to the security situation, the A3 remains deeply concerned about the continued attacks being perpetrated by Da’esh in several governorates of Iraq against civilians and Iraqi security forces and the persistent threat they pose to security and stability in the country. Ensuring the safety and security of Iraqis is fundamental to the overall stability, reconciliation and prosperity that we would like to see in Iraq. In that context, we reaffirm our support for the security of Iraq and the fight against terrorism, and join in the call to address the underlying factors conducive to the spread of terrorism and violent extremism.”
2022-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8975 (2022) · source
“We similarly call for refraining from all forms of violence and the need for the peaceful and expeditious formation of a Government that is capable of addressing the challenges facing Iraq. The future of the country is at stake. We recall with satisfaction the significant participation of women in the recent elections, winning 195 seats and exceeding the 25 per cent quota provided for in the Constitution, which was a clear illustration of the inclusive nature of the elections. The outcome should result in the significant representation of women in the formation of the Government and Iraqi society in general, which we urge the Government of Iraq to prioritize. We also take this opportunity to reiterate our support for the law against domestic violence, which seeks to protect women.”
2022-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8975 (2022) · source
“With the support of UNAMI, the legislative elections of 10 October 2021 were held peacefully, although the announcement of the results was marred by tensions that led to electoral disputes. The willingness of all political actors to remain within the framework of the Constitution demonstrated their commitment to peace and stability in Iraq, which gave rise to optimism. However, the post-electoral stalemate and the inability of political parties to reach an agreement do not serve the Iraqi people, who exercised their constitutional right to choose their leadership and enjoy prosperity. We call on the various political parties represented in Parliament to engage in dialogue and compromise to achieve the formation of a consensus Government.”
2022-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8975 (2022) · source
“It is apparent from the Special Representative’s briefing that Iraq remains in the grip of a post-electoral stalemate, which owing to the persistence of political dissension has resulted in an institutional crisis, with the indefinite postponement of the election of the president of the Republic by Parliament, initially scheduled for 7 February 2022. The announcement in May 2020 of the holding of early parliamentary elections offered a source of hope for the Iraqi people, especially young people who, through their demonstrations, essentially demanded the establishment of the rule of law, the end of external interference and fairer and more effective economic and social policies.”
2022-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8975 (2022) · source
“I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the three African States members of the Security Council (A3): Gabon, Ghana and Kenya. We thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert for her informative briefing on developments in Iraq and the activities of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), which we are following closely. We also welcome the participation of our colleague, the Permanent Representative of Iraq, in this meeting. Our intervention will focus on the political, security and human rights issues.”
2022-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8975 (2022) · source
“My country calls for an immediate ceasefire and de-escalation, as well as a sense of responsibility, by prioritizing the peaceful settlement of conflicts, in line with the United Nations Charter. We urge the parties to protect civilians and civilian infrastructure and refrain from all actions that could hinder the delivery of humanitarian assistance to those in need. In conclusion, I reaffirm my country’s attachment to an international order based on rules and not on the law of survival of the fittest. We call on all parties not to break the dialogue and to take every opportunity available to restore peace in Ukraine.”
2022-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8974 (2022) · source
“Their refusal to join the consensus, above and beyond the pressure to which their delegations were subjected in New York, as well as in capitals at the time, not too long ago, translates to a lack of understanding and, perhaps, apathy on the part of several members of the international community concerning the persistence of zones of influence we thought had ended in the post- colonization era and following the fall of the Berlin Wall. Regrettably, that harsh reality stubbornly persists in several regions of the world, in particular in Africa, Asia, America and, today, in Europe. The Council must ensure respect for the basic principles of the Charter of the United Nations, in particular the peaceful settlement of disputes, respect for the territorial integrity of States and national sovereignty.”
2022-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8974 (2022) · source
“Strict respect for those cardinal principles, enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations and the Constitutive Act of the African Union, is the glue of our social contract, as members of the international community. We remain convinced that the intense diplomatic activity and the various political measures adopted in recent weeks will allow for dialogue to be prioritized over confrontation and help prevent irreparable damage. Eight years ago, in a construct similar to that which brings us together today, 52 States Members of the United Nations abstained in the voting on General Assembly resolution 68/262, while the same fundamental principles of the United Nations Charter that bring us together today and on which we rely were violated.”
2022-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8974 (2022) · source
“As we reject this attack on the fundamental principles of the Charter of the United Nations, we must be compelled to go further and ensure respect for all provisions of the Charter and that the international community focuses its attention, with the same commitment and fervour, on all situations in all regions of the world where the security and dignity of peoples are under threat. Russia’s decision to recognize the sovereignty of the self-proclaimed Donetsk and Luhansk People’s Republics is heavy with consequence for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine. It jeopardizes the relevance and implementation of the Minsk agreements and heightens the recurring fears of imminent military action in Ukraine. My country remains firmly attached to respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of each State.”
2022-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8974 (2022) · source
“Mr. Biang (Gabon) (spoke in French): I thank the Secretary-General for his statement, as well as Under- Secretary-General DiCarlo for her briefing. This is the fourth time in three weeks that the Council is meeting to discuss the situation in Ukraine. We meet tonight, 48 hours after our last meeting (see S/PV.8970) on the subject, because the territorial integrity and national sovereignty of Ukraine have been violated. We meet tonight because the lives of countless men, women and children are at the mercy of the murderous violence and clashes in eastern Ukraine. That has resulted in a mass exodus that imperils their dignity and safety. We meet tonight because, once again, the spectre of a war with dire consequences hangs over an entire region and we fear an imminent invasion of Ukraine.”
2022-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8974 (2022) · source
“It is vital that we support the Government of the Central African Republic in building the State and in peacebuilding to respond to the aspirations of the people over the long term. It is clear that there is a need to offer prospects to the people of the Central African Republic by ending the root causes of conflict, encouraging economic development and setting up robust institutions to ensure equitable justice and genuine national reconciliation. In conclusion, the A3 reiterates its firm commitment to the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of the Central African Republic — and the corollary is non-intervention in the domestic affairs of the country — while also underlining the scale of what is at stake and the interconnection of the security challenges in that country, located at the edge of the Sahel.”
2022-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8971 (2022) · source
“Partnerships between the United Nations, the African Union and subregional organizations such as the Economic Community of the Central African States and the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region, as well as bilateral partners, have a real impact on political progress, in particular in terms of peacebuilding, and should be welcomed. The ongoing security problems are being worsened by extreme weather and have had severe impacts on the humanitarian situation and increased tensions in the Central African Republic. We commend the efforts of all humanitarian stakeholders and encourage international and regional donors, as well as the country’s partners, to overcome the financing deficit for humanitarian activities.”
2022-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8971 (2022) · source
“Restricting the military capacities of the legitimate authorities of the country today means condemning the country to powerlessness and to making its instability chronic. The A3 welcomes the outstanding efforts and the commitment of MINUSCA to protect the population. However, given the alarming humanitarian situation and the ongoing humanitarian crisis, MINUSCA needs a more robust mandate. A reinforcement of its personnel and its operational capacity will certainly allow it to improve the security environment. We welcome the efforts at coordination between the authorities of the Central African Republic and MINUSCA. We encourage further cooperation between the country and neighbouring States, as well as the resolution of border conflicts through dialogue in a climate of calm.”
2022-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8971 (2022) · source
“We must have a more decisive commitment on the part of the international community to truly cut off sources of supply for armed groups. That means adequate financing from the international community for programmes aimed at the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of former combatants. The A3 underscores the need to lift the arms embargo imposed on the Central African Republic by the Security Council in order to allow the country to strengthen the capacities of its armed forces to effectively discharge their constitutional mandate to defend the country. The Central African Republic must be able to protect its own people and territory. Allied forces and MINUSCA are not to remain the country forever; that is not their job.”
2022-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8971 (2022) · source
“Thus the implementation of a national special investigation commission to shed light on serious crimes and violations of human rights and humanitarian law must be welcomed. The A3 underlines the fact that beyond those various legal mechanisms and instruments, an urgent solution must be found to the proliferation of weapons, which clearly fuels insecurity in the country and throughout the region. It would be unacceptable to stand by and not react to the sad spectacle of armed groups and terrorists making use of increasingly sophisticated weapons and causing suffering to the people, whose exodus is also exacerbating humanitarian tensions. That persistent insecurity in one part of the Central African Republic continues to worsen the living conditions of the people, who resent the forces on the ground.”
2022-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8971 (2022) · source
“The A3 therefore encourages the political parties to involve themselves further and to work for the effective participation of women and young people throughout all electoral processes. In security and humanitarian terms, the situation in the Central African Republic remains concerning. It is extremely difficult to hold credible and peaceful elections in a highly volatile security situation. Another area of concern is protecting the population against acts of violence by the heavily armed rebel groups that target them and, regularly, their supplies, and are intensifying the use of improvised explosive devices. The A3 firmly condemns the attacks committed by armed groups against civilians, Blue Helmets and humanitarian workers. Such heinous acts are unacceptable, and those who commit them should be prosecuted.”
2022-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8971 (2022) · source
“Only the reappropriation of the political process by Central Africans themselves will lead to solutions that are compatible with the realities on the ground and the aspirations of the population for sustainable peace. The A3 invites the Central African political class to demonstrate realism and underlines that a military solution will not serve to restore peace and stability in Central Africa. We must take advantage of international mobilization and seize the opportunity that the national dialogue and the reconciliation process present to end the cycle of violence. The holding of municipal and regional elections for the first time in more than 30 years represents an opportunity to revive democracy in the Central African Republic and to spur enthusiasm and interest on the part of the population in the political process.”
2022-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8971 (2022) · source
“Those efforts are characterized in particular by the announcement of a ceasefire by President Touadera, as well as by the decision to hold a republican dialogue in March and local elections in September. We also note the decision by the Central African Government to suspend the judicial prosecution of certain members of the opposition with the aim of securing détente. We welcome the support provided by partners of the Central African Republic — in particular the United Nations, the African Union and subregional organizations, especially the Economic Community of Central African States and the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region — to the republican dialogue. It is essential that the dialogue be inclusive and organized in a calm environment where the voices of all components of Central African society can be heard.”
2022-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8971 (2022) · source
“João Samuel Caholo, for their respective briefings. The matter of debate today is crucial for the A3 because it concerns the stability and security of a vast region in the heart of Africa. The Central African Republic finds itself in a pivotal phase in terms of laying the foundations for lasting peace and stability. We must maintain consensus within the Council and propose realistic, concrete solutions on the political, security and humanitarian fronts that are commensurate with the scale of the crises and distress plaguing the Central African population. On the political front, it is important to highlight the efforts of the Central African authorities in implementing the Luanda road map arising from the 2019 Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in the Central African Republic.”
2022-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8971 (2022) · source
“Mr. Biang (Gabon) (spoke in French): It is my honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the three African members of the Security Council (A3), namely, Gabon, Ghana and Kenya. We welcome the participation of Her Excellency Ms. Sylvie Baipo Temon, Minister for Foreign Affairs, Francophonie and Central Africans Abroad of the Central African Republic in this debate. We thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), Mr. Mankeur Ndiaye, as well as the African Union Special Representative and Head of the African Union Office in the Central African Republic, Mr. Bertino Matias Matondo, and the Executive Secretary of the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region, Mr.”
2022-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8971 (2022) · source
“In that regard, the call for dialogue by the United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken is a step in the right direction. Of course, my country remains firmly committed to respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of each State. These cardinal principles, enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations and the Constitutive Act of the African Union, are the cement of our social contract as members of the international community. To conclude, I would like, on behalf of my country, to call on the Council to be mobilized more than ever to stem the spectre of fear and reject any logic of confrontation. That is one of the Council’s missions. The effectiveness of the tools of peace at our disposal is guaranteed when we show unity and responsibility.”
2022-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8968 (2022) · source
“To this end, the Normandy format and the Minsk agreements constitute reference frameworks. The Minsk agreements set the stage for an overall peaceful outcome to the various claims of the parties, and it is surely for that reason that they were endorsed by the United Nations. The implementation of the agreements is crucial — in particular to achieve a truce in hostilities, the restoration of Ukraine’s borders and a better humanitarian response — while paving the way for a lasting pacification of neighbourhood relations and, ultimately, the promotion of a resumption of economic relations. My delegation invites the parties to respect the commitments they have undertaken, to capitalize on this foundation of achievements and to return to the negotiating table.”
2022-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8968 (2022) · source
“Along the same lines, my country noted in the recent address of the President of the United States of America an expressed desire to favour dialogue and a rejection of confrontation, which would have disastrous consequences for all. The situation is certainly not simple, but it is precisely because it is not that it deserves to be approached with serenity and the greatest sense of responsibility. It is to that end that we reiterate our appeal to all stakeholders to demonstrate restraint and to favour the path of dialogue and negotiation, with a view to preserving stability and peace in the region. We encourage all initiatives that are carried out in favour of de-escalation and the resumption of dialogue, and call on the parties involved to take advantage of the existing diplomatic channels to initiate de-escalation.”
2022-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8968 (2022) · source
“Alongside the rhetoric of alarm and displays of force, the past 10 days have been particularly marked by intense activity on the diplomatic front, which has resulted in European and American initiatives, with the aim of sowing the seeds of dialogue and avoiding the irreparable. Russia’s recent announcement of its withdrawal of some of its troops from duty at its borders is no doubt an auspicious sign of a desire for de-escalation, in addition to Russia’s repeated assurances that it has no bellicose intentions. This should contribute significantly to lowering the level of tension and regenerating the thread of trust essential to the conduct of preventive diplomacy.”
2022-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8968 (2022) · source
“Mr. Biang (Gabon) (spoke in French): I thank Under-Secretary-General Rosemary Di Carlo for her briefing. I also thank Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) Special Representative Mikko Kinnunen and the Chief Monitor of the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission in Ukraine, Yaşar Halit Çevik, for their briefings. I further welcome the presence of Ms. Tetiana Montian. My country continues to follow with great attention the situation along the borders between Russia and Ukraine. We hear the fears and alarming calls of those who fear imminent military action. Above all, we note with interest the will expressed by all stakeholders to keep the political and diplomatic channels open, as well as the various calls to avoid escalation.”
2022-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8968 (2022) · source
“I conclude by again calling for enhanced cooperation between the United Nations and regional and subregional organizations, including interregional partnerships. One main consequence of such partnerships is the support provided to the United Nations in its mission to maintain international peace and security. Working in synergy with regional organizations is not an option, but rather a sine qua non that reminds us of our commitments inscribed upon the tablets of international solidarity and within the collective memory of the peoples of the world.”
2022-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8967 (2022) · source
“That potential has paved the way for CSTO efforts in the context of peacekeeping and for the organization to play a decisive role in normalizing and stabilizing the situation in Kazakhstan, via an effective regional solution. Needless to say, it is vital to continue enhancing the partnership between the CSTO and the United Nations system, in particular with the United Nations Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, not only in conflict prevention and peacekeeping efforts, but also in the implementation of the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy and in the prevention of violent extremism and drug trafficking.”
2022-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8967 (2022) · source
“They are flagship regional peacekeeping initiatives in the fight against terrorism and require predictable financial, logistical and technical support of the United Nations, in the light of the fact that peacekeeping is, above all, one of the priorities of the Council, pursuant to the relevant provisions of the Charter of the United Nations. With regard to the cooperation between the United Nations and the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), we must recall that that organization covers a vast zone — from Eastern Europe to the Far East — and has great political, diplomatic and military potential, as well as a collective security strategy that extends to 2025. The CSTO has demonstrated commitment in its response to the common challenges of collective security and the fight against terrorism.”
2022-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8967 (2022) · source
“Ultimately, the involvement of regional stakeholders, along with United Nations action, enables us to bolster the effectiveness of the stabilization process and better understand persistent threats. Although it is true that through its actions in recent years the United Nations has made a genuine effort to engage in regional and subregional partnerships, the proliferation and complexity of crises compel us to go further. The Group of Five for the Sahel and the African Union Mission in Somalia, now the African Union Transitional Mission to Somalia, continue to generate high hopes for the partnership between the United Nations and Africa.”
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