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1. “All participants to the agreement will now need to adhere to the JCPOA for its full duration in order to ensure its continued success. Secondly, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has to date verified in four reports that Iran is abiding by its nuclear-related commitment - and I stress nuclear-related. Going ahead, verification and monitoring by the IAEA will remain essential to re-establishing trust and confidence and to reassuring the world that Iran's nuclear programme serves exclusively peaceful purposes. The casing of sanctions has brought considerable economic progress to Iran over the past 12 months. Just two indicators are the fact that gross domestic product has grown by 4.5 per cent and the conclusion of substantial business contracts, among them by Boeing and Airbus. That is a powerful and encouraging signal.”

   2017-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7865 (2017) · source

2. “Germany would like to thank today's briefers and the Secretary-General for his second report on the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015) (S/2016/1136), introduced by Under-Secretary- General Feltman at this meeting. Let me briefly make three points. First, the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), endorsed by resolution 2231 (2015), is an outstanding success of diplomacy in an extremely volatile region. It is a thoughtful agreement building on and strengthening the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons. One year into the implementation ofthe JCPOA, there is no doubt that the deal is working. All participants have been keeping their commitments. That contributes to security and stability in the region.”

   2017-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7865 (2017) · source

3. “The poignant account of the victims of human trafficking must motivate all of us to do more at all levels to end that scourge, which is fuelled by war and, in turn, fuels organized crime and terrorist networks. Last Thursday, our Minister for Foreign and European Affairs, Mr. Jean Asselborn, had the honour of welcoming Nadia Mourad and Lamiya Aji Bachar to Luxembourg. Those two Yezidi persons, who had been relegated to the status of slaves by Da'esh, managed to escape from that hell. Today they bear witness to the fate of too many civilians - men, women and children - in Syria and Iraq, but also in Nigeria, Somalia and Central Africa. Let us hear their call.”

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4. “In particular, we signed a declaration confirming the resolve of the Benelux countries to strengthen cooperation among accommodation and assistance centres for victims of human trafficking, judicial authorities and police agencies, among others. Finally, at the national level, we are in the process of completing our legislative arsenal. A bill is currently before Parliament that proposes in particular to punish any client soliciting the services of a sexually exploited victim of human trafficking. In the humanitarian area, we ensure that the protection of vulnerable people, including victims ofhuman trafficking, will be included in the programmes that we support in conflict areas.”

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5. “At the European Union level, my country is committed to combating human trafficking, which affects vulnerable groups, such as migrants and refugees. Since 16 July 2015, we have provided a naval surveillance plane to Operation Sophia, the European naval force authorized by the Security Council, which contributes to the European Union's efforts to dismantle the economic machinery of trafficking networks and human traffickers in the southern part of the Mediterranean Sea. At the regional level, in the framework of our chairmanship of the Economic Union of Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg (Benelux), we have endeavoured to bring together relevant actors, including non-governmental organizations, with a view to better caring for the victims of human trafficking.”

   2016-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7847 (2016) · source

6. “First, at the United Nations level, we must strengthen the link between combating human trafficking and the implementation of efforts to end sexual violence and grave violations of children's rights in conflict situations. Resolution 2331 (2016) recognizes that link, and we encourage the Security Council and its sanctions committees to implement the provisions of that resolution, in particular by strengthening information-sharing with the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, so as to be able to more effectively punish individuals involved in human trafficking in conflict areas.”

   2016-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7847 (2016) · source

7. “Mr. Braun (Luxembourg) (spoke in French): Ithank the presidency of Spain for having taken the initiative of organizing this important open debate. I welcome the adoption of resolution 2331 (2016), which was the culmination of broad consultations outstandingly led by the Spanish delegation. The resolution ensures that this meeting will not be without consequences and that human trafficking in the context of conflict situations will remain a priority for the Council and every State Member of the United Nations. Luxembourg aligns itself with the statement made on behalf of the European Union by Ms. Vassiliadou, the Anti-Trafficking Coordinator of the European Union. I would like to make four points.”

   2016-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7847 (2016) · source

8. “Let us not forget: every bit of help for the victims is also one step ahead in the long struggle against human trafficking. Let us spare no national or international effort to drain the swamp of human trafficking, both in conflict situations and beyond. Let us step up efforts to address conflict and instability as key push factors for human trafficking and migration. Human trafficking is an abuse of the human rights of the victims. Let us be mindful of the victims' human rights at every stage of their horrific journeys.”

   2016-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7847 (2016) · source

9. “Resettlement and relocation programmes are a good means to achieve that. Germany's programme for Yazidi refugees from Iraq, for example, has reached a 1,000 victims of the terrorism of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant. The victims and their families have found a safe refuge in Germany. The group's most recognized face and their loudest voice is Ms. Nadia Murad Basee Taha, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime Goodwill Ambassador for the Dignity of Survivors of Human Trafficking and winner of the Sakharov Prize of the European Parliament. I am glad to see that Ms. Taha is present in the Chamber. She speaks out against the horrors the people who endured and calls for the dignified treatment to which every victim of human trafficking is entitled.”

   2016-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7847 (2016) · source

10. “Germany has placed this issue at the top of the agenda of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) during its chairmanship in 2016, hosting a conference in Berlin on the issue in September. In close collaboration with the OSCE's coordinator, we strengthen the role of the OSCE as mediator and pioneer for an internationally coordinated approach against human trafficking. Thirdly, people falling prey to human trafficking in conflict are already among the most vulnerable in their societies. Those who reach a safe destination often have lost all their belongings. Their bodies and souls have endured unspeakable horrors. Minors lose their parents and are in particular need of responsible care. The risks of vulnerable persons becoming victims of traffickers can be reduced by establishing legal and safe routes.”

    2016-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7847 (2016) · source

11. “Going after the proceeds of human trafficking will lead us to those commissioning these crimes. We therefore welcome that the Monitoring Team is mandated to investigate the cross-cutting issue of human trafficking in its threat assessments. Secondly, I would like to underscore the importance of one of the questions that you, Mr. President, have raised in the concept note (S/2016/1031, annex) for this debate, namely, the risk of procurement and supply chains contributing to trafficking in persons. Much of what we all consume every day has come a long way and has gone through many hands. All of us have a responsibility to make sure that what we enjoy is not the end product of the abuse of slave labour and victims of human trafficking.”

    2016-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7847 (2016) · source

12. “I would like to underscore three aspects in particular First, armed conflict often enables or aggravates the crime of human trafficking through the breakdown of law and order, weakened or non-existing Government structures and incresing levels of violence, for example. Human trafficking can constitute a war crime and is often connected to sexual violence as a method of warfare against civilians. Displaced persons are particularly vulnerable and prone to becoming the prey of criminals specializing in human trafficking for labour or sexual exploitation. It is a shame that civilian populations are viewed by some armed groups, such as the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant, as a resource or commodity to be trafficked, thereby lining their pockets and ultimately prolonging conflicts.”

    2016-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7847 (2016) · source

13. “At the outset, allow me to express my thanks to His Excellency the President of the Government of Spain, in his capacity ofPresident of the Security Council, for his expression of condolences following yesterday's terrorist attack in the German capital, Berlin. I would also like to thank the members of the Council for their statements today of solidarity with my country. I wish to take this opportunity to thank all other Member States and colleagues who have sent messages of sympathy and solidarity, which are much appreciated. On the topic of this meeting, while aligning myself with the statement to be made by the observer of the European Union, I would like to thank Spain for initiating this debate, and the briefers for their input and their substantive reports. Germany co-sponsored resolution 2331 (2016), just adopted.”

    2016-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7847 (2016) · source

14. “We were encouraged to see points of convergence emerge among Member States during this year's intergovernmental negotiations on Security Council reform with regard to all five reform pillars. However, that convergence has not been consolidated in an updated framework document comprising the original positions of Member States. It is crucial to continue to find common ground on all five key issues during the next negotiations and to move straight into text-based negotiations.”

    2016-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7740 (2016) · source

15. “Secondly, Germany reiterates its support for the French-Mexican initiative on voluntary veto restraint and the code of conduct of the Accountability, Coherence and Transparency group on Security Council action against genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes. Thirdly, we consider the International Criminal Court as a crucial institution in fighting impunity and pursuing justice. We therefore stress the importance of increased cooperation and information-sharing between the Security Council and the International Criminal Court in order to enable them to work together effectively and fulfil their mandates. In conclusion, we consider it to be very important to improve the Council's working methods, but we also urgently need a comprehensive, structural reform of the Security Council.”

    2016-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7740 (2016) · source

16. “Mindful of your request for brevity, Sir,I would like to briefly make the following three points: First, we welcome the Council's efforts to increase its transparency, inclusiveness and efficiency. We appreciate Japan's initiative to consolidate and streamline note 507 on the Council's working methods. We welcome the note S/2016/619, on the preparation of newly elected members of the Council and the selection of chairs of the Council's subsidiary bodies. We support the practice of holding more frequent open debates, as well as Arria Formula meetings and wrap- up sessions. We encourage the Security Council to further engage in substantive and detailed briefings on its ongoing activities, as well as in the documentation and publication of decisions and other relevant matters.”

    2016-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7740 (2016) · source

17. “In conclusion, the Vienna agreement and resolution 2231 (2015) have ended the decade-long conflict surrounding Iran's nuclear programme. They are a victory for diplomacy and for the principles of the United Nations, and Germany is proud to have been, and to remain, one of the parties to the agreement. It will now be crucial to effectively implement the agreement, as well as resolution 2231 (2015), in all its aspects. We are confident that all partners ofthe Vienna agreement are on the right path towards that common objective. The meeting rose at 11.55 am.”

    2016-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7739 (2016) · source

18. “Thirdly, Germany reaffirms its commitment to further developing and intensifying relations with Iran. We continue to pursue the goal ofa full re-engagement of German and European banks and businesses in Iran. Together with the European Union, France and the United Kingdom, we have been actively ensuring the full implementation of the J CPOA. To that end, we deem it important that Iran make further efforts to improve economic and fiscal policy, create a reliable business environment and fully implement the rule of law. We stand ready to provide further support if needed. From a German perspective, exports are door-openers for investments, and therefore for development. We are particularly glad to be again in a position to use export credits to facilitate trade with Iran.”

    2016-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7739 (2016) · source

19. “With regard to the work of the Security Council, Germany welcomes the establishment of the operational linkages between the Council and the Procurement Working Group of the Joint Commission as a crucial step towards ensuring the functioning of the procurement channel. Secondly, in line with the Secretary-General's report, Germany is deeply concerned about the ballistic-missile tests conducted by Iran in March. We regard them as inconsistent with resolution 2231 (2015). Germany also notes with concern all further incidents listed in the report. We call on Iran to refrain from any action that could give rise to mutual mistrust. And we call upon Iran to play a constructive role in resolving regional conflicts, as a responsible member of the international community.”

    2016-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7739 (2016) · source

20. “I would also like to thank Security Council member Spain and Ambassador Oyarzun Marchesi for his interesting briefing, and European Union Ambassador Vale de Almeida for his very relevant briefing. Please allow me to highlight three points. First, Germany welcomes the close cooperation between Iran and the IAEA, which has repeatedly confirmed the implementation of Iran's nuclear- related commitments under the JCPOA. Monitoring, verification and reporting are essential to ensuring the full implementation of the Vienna agreement. We will continue to support the IAEA in fulfilling its mandate.”

    2016-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7739 (2016) · source

21. “The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), agreed in Vienna one year ago, and the subsequent resolution 2231 (2015), which endorsed the Vienna agreement, were indeed historic achievements. Since then, considerable progress has been made towards the implementation of the agreed provisions. On 16 January, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed that Iran had fulfilled its obligations under the JCPOA. Since that implementation day, two subsequent IAEA reports have indicated Iran's compliance with its commitments. Today, Germany would like to thank the Secretary- General and Under-Secretary-General Feltman for the first biannual report (S/2016/589) on the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015).”

    2016-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7739 (2016) · source

22. “The police play a crucial role in peacekeeping operations, particularly with regard to the protection of civilians in armed conflict. Germany therefore welcomes the current evaluation report on the United Nations Police Division. The report contains extensive recommendations on the strengthening of that police force. We are confident that the Secretariat will not delay in implementing them. In conclusion, Sir, Germany shares your view that it is necessary to assign greater responsibility to the United Nations and the international community in the protection of civilian persons. Doing so requires conceptual work, in which Germany will continue to participate fully.”

    2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source

23. “By adding 400 soldiers with state-of-the-art equipment to the German contingent of the United Mission Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA), we underscore the determination of our commitment to this mission and to the civilian population. Thirdly, peacekeeping operations must adopt good practices. Germany shares the concerns expressed by the Secretary-General in his latest report and supports his call to undertake more effective measures to improve the protection of civilians. Germany therefore welcomes the formulation of the Kigali Principles on the Protection of Civilians. Yesterday, my Mission forwarded a note verbale regarding our support for the Kigali Principles to the Permanent Mission of Rwanda here in New York. Fourthly, police activities must be strengthened.”

    2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source

24. “It is the responsibility of the Council to deeply entrench the protection of civilians in the mandates of peacekeeping operations and to support these operations at the political and operational levels when a heightened threat to civilians is obvious. Furthermore, where national criminal prosecution mechanisms fail, it must also ensure the application of international law in the event of war crimes and crimes against humanity. The aim is to send a clear message: attacks targeting civilians will not go unpunished. Secondly, there is a need to ensure the safety of members of peacekeeping forces. The mission in Mali is a perfect illustration of this growing threat. This year alone, terrorists have killed 12 Blue Helmets and countless civilians in targeted attacks.”

    2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source

25. “Mr. Braun (Germany) (spoke in French): I would like to thank France for organizing this important debate. I also thank all the eminent experts for their valuable and informative briefings. Germany aligns itself with the statements delivered by the European Union and Switzerland on behalf of the Group of Friends. It is imperative that we significantly strengthen our commitment to the protection of civilians in armed conflict, as summed up perfectly by the Secretary- General in his current report. The protection of civilians is among the most urgent tasks of peacekeeping. In order to carry out the task, four pillars are required, in Germany's View. First, there is the central role of the Security Council.”

    2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source

26. “In an approach that could be seen as complementary to today's discussion and to the broader debate on resolution 1325 (2000) each fall, Germany would also encourage the Security Council and Member States not only to raise the issue of women and peace and security in the dedicated open debates, but also to include the active participation of women in peace processes and in the prevention of conflicts whenever addressing specific conflicts. That participation could also be a focus in the annual debate on women and peace and security this September. Let me conclude by reaffirming Germany's unfailing commitment to the protection of women and girls from conflict-related sexual violence. The implementation of the women and peace and security agenda is more urgent than ever and will remain one of our highest priorities.”

    2016-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7704 (2016) · source

27. “But we feel that those efforts could be better linked to other processes, most notably the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals. We plan on hosting a discussion soon that will explore ways to better connect the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (General Assembly resolution 70/1) to the women and peace and security agenda. Fourthly and finally, we urgently need to redouble our efforts against sexual violence, but we also need to translate the participation aspects of the women and peace and security agenda into reality. The language produced by the Council only infrequently includes such aspects, and where they do exist, references to participation often lack detail.”

    2016-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7704 (2016) · source

28. “That brings me to my point that civil society organizations can play a leading role in responding to conflict-related sexual violence, and they deserve our full support. Briefings, such as those by Ms. Mohammed or by Ms. Davis today, offer proof that civil society can contribute a critical, independent perspective to the deliberations of the Council. Thirdly, Special Rapporteur Giammarinaro has tirelessly reminded United Nations bodies and Member States of the strong links between trafficking, migration and conflicts. The call for the mainstreaming of our response to trafficking must not go unheard. I would like to reaffirm Germany's full support for Ms. Giammarinaro's mandate and her work. Germany also welcomes the broader efforts to mainstream the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) throughout the United Nations system.”

    2016-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7704 (2016) · source

29. “The strengthening of the links between counter-terrorism and women and peace and security was also one of the key recommendations of a workshop recently organized by Germany in Berlin. We will soon share with the Council the full outcome of the workshop, which was attended by key experts from Member States and civil society. Secondly, during the high-level review of women and peace and security in October 2015, Ms. Yanar Mohammed briefed the Council on the courageous work done by women's civil society organizations in Iraq (see S/PV.7533). She described how, under the most difficult of circumstances, her organization operates shelters that function as safe houses from trafficking and sexual violence.”

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30. “I am thinking of the unspeakable plight experienced, among others, by the Yazidi women and girls, many of whom have found refuge in Germany. Those women and girls have been subjected to a particularly perverse form of human trafficking that requires our fullest attention. The Council, with its unique mandate and power, has a primary role to play in dealing with this subject. First, we have seen that the United Nations sanctions regimes can be an effective instrument in countering sexual Violence. In 2015, 12 individuals across four sanctions regimes were listed for sexual violence or other human rights violations against women. Germany welcomes those efforts, but we can do even more. Gender considerations should be integrated into all sanctions regimes, for example, through the inclusion of sexual violence as a designation criterion.”

    2016-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7704 (2016) · source

31. “Mr. Braun (Germany) (spoke in French): I offer my respects to the French presidency. (spoke in English) Let me begin by thanking you, Sir, for convening this timely debate, right at the beginning of France's presidency of the Security Council. Today's meaningful briefings have demonstrated yet again that the elimination of conflict-related sexual violence needs to be at the heart ofthe Council's work. Like others, I wish to thank Ms. Lisa Davis in particular for her statement and her excellent recommendations, grounded in the work of the NGO Working Group on Women, Peace and Security, which works tirelessly to achieve gender equality and to combat sexual discrimination. It is telling that crimes of sexual violence are singular in their abhorrence, even in the context of the brutal conflicts in Syria and Iraq.”

    2016-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7704 (2016) · source

32. “As this year's OSCE Chair, we will host in Berlin later this month an OSCE conference that will focus on preventing and countering violent extremism and radicalization that lead to terrorism. We are convinced that the conference will, inter alia, give us valuable input in our efforts to draft a national action plan on preventing violent extremism, which will be published shortly. I would like to close by reiterating that Germany remains firmly committed to taking action against terrorism, ensuring accountability and tackling its root causes, including by exposing its faulty narratives and ideologies. The President (spoke in Arabic) I now give the floor to the representative of Australia.”

    2016-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7690 (2016) · source

33. “It is important, however, that liberated areas do not become breeding grounds for terrorism in the future. We must help to quickly stabilize those regions and restore trust and confidence among the population. We have to demonstrate that there is a positive future in a multi-ethnic and multiconfessional society. As Co-Chair of the Stabilization Working Group, Germany has initiated a whole range of projects to that end. My country continues to engage actively in the fight against violent extremism in other international frameworks, including the European Union, the Group of Seven Roma-Lyon Group, the Global Counter- Terrorism Forum and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE).”

    2016-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7690 (2016) · source

34. “It has brought together Government representatives and Muslim organizations in an effort to discuss important issues, such as the introduction of courses on Islam in schools and universities and the State-funded further education of imams. The German Islam Conference aims to empower Muslims to participate in society, while seeking to advance the integration of Islam into the cooperative relationship that exists in Germany between religious communities and the State. Currently, the fight against the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) is at the top of our counter- terrorism agenda. Germany is an active partner in the global coalition against ISIL. We are confident that the military campaign will be successful, as the territories controlled by ISIL are being diminished by the day.”

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35. “The exclusion of minorities, the lack of democratic participation, the suppression of certain opinions or beliefs, and grave human rights Violations in general are all well-documented factors that make people more susceptible to violent extremist narratives. Therefore, all Governments - and I include in this appeal all the countries who have just spoken before the Council - are well advised to strengthen structures that promote inclusive dialogue grounded in the values mentioned. As was highlighted in the General Assembly's high-level thematic debate last week, religious leaders and faith-based initiatives can play a significant role in promoting tolerance and countering radicalization. In my country, the German Islam Conference, which was founded ten years ago, has been instrumental in that sense.”

    2016-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7690 (2016) · source

36. “Perhaps the most troubling feature of that new development is that those messages often resonate even with those who have not espoused extremist views before. In too many cases, the messages have been a catalyst for terrorist attacks. In view of those dangerous developments, we must redouble our efforts in combating the spread of ideologies of terrorist organizations. Critical to limiting the effect of extremist propaganda is a confident society, one in which citizens are compelled to uphold peace and tolerance. We cannot take those values for granted; they have to be reaffirmed and defended every day.”

    2016-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7690 (2016) · source

37. “We thank the Egyptian presidency for organizing this very timely debate. All too often, our discussions centre on the effective use of law enforcement and military capabilities to combat terrorism. But as the concept note (S/2016/416, annex) rightly points out, we must combat terrorism in a comprehensive manner. Countering the root causes of violent extremism, especially the underlying ideological tenets that correlate with terrorist acts, is essential to defeat global terrorism. Terrorism is not a new phenomenon. We have witnessed it for centuries in Europe and elsewhere. However, completely new is the apparent effortlessness with which terrorists are recruited today. Modern technologies make it possible for terrorists to spread their murderous ideologies across the globe in literally seconds.”

    2016-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7690 (2016) · source

38. “It is a task for society as whole to actively counter the narrative of organizations such as ISIL and Al-Qaida by revealing their ulterior motives that aim to abuse a religion under the pretext of martyrdom. It is essential that their fanatic statements be countered by sound arguments from moderate religious leaders. The romantic image of the jihadist struggle must be demystified by the fact that behind of every dead jihadist there is a broken family that has lost a son or a daughter. Most importantly, we need to refute the alleged opposition between the West and Islam by pointing out that Muslim citizens are an integral part of Western societies. The fight against terrorism needs to be fought by the international community on many fronts and with many different tools. It is a collective effort that will take years, if not decades.”

    2016-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7670Resumption1 (2016) · source

39. “What we also need now is a unanimous approach by all Member States to addressing these issues. While the process of radicalization differs in each individual case, the Internet undoubtedly plays a decisive role in terrorist propaganda, recruitment and financing. It may be at its most powerful during the early stages of the radicalization process. Germany is working with service providers to increase awareness about the use of social media platforms by terrorist organizations to gain new recruits. We should also think creatively about what else we can do to curb terrorist use of the Internet, while maintaining its open, secure, stable, accessible and peaceful character.”

    2016-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7670Resumption1 (2016) · source

40. “What that means is that what is needed is a smart combination of all those tools. But of course the fight against terrorism has to be conducted militarily, as is illustrated by the international alliance against ISIL in Iraq and Syria. Germany lends material and personnel support and is leading the effort to train and equip Kurdish forces in northern Iraq in the fight against the terrorist organization. Terrorism cannot be defeated in the long run without focusing on its root causes. Germany supports the Plan of Action to Prevent Violent Extremism presented by the Secretary- General. We commend the all-of-United Nations approach expressed in the Plan of Action, which makes presenting a violent extremism a cross-cutting issue of a number of the United Nations bodies and agencies.”

    2016-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7670Resumption1 (2016) · source

41. “The hatred and fanatical rhetoric may be directed towards the Western world, but their actions predominately target Muslim societies, which is a sad and very deplorable fact. The spread of violent extremism transcends religious and ethnic boundaries. It requires enhanced international collaboration and a unified response. A collective effort is of the essence, an effort that simultaneously addresses all of the underlying factors conducive to terrorism and violent extremism. It is a truism that the fight against this scourge to humankind cannot be won solely by military means, nor can we gain the upper hand by exclusively relying on enhanced cooperation among our law enforcement agencies or enhanced information sharing between intelligence services. In addition, economic, social and educational aspects need to be addressed.”

    2016-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7670Resumption1 (2016) · source

42. “Mr. President, I would like to thank you for convening today's debate. Germany aligns itself with the statement delivered on behalf of the European Union. As illustrated by recent attacks in Turkey, Belgium, Nigeria, C6te d'Ivoire and Pakistan, terrorist organizations such as the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), Al-Qaida and other groups continue to commit atrocities and extreme violations of human rights. While the threat level has increased also in Europe, terrorism remains highly concentrated, as most of its activity occurs injust five countries: Iraq, Nigeria, Afghanistan, Pakistan and Syria. This disturbing observation dramatically belies one of the core claims of radical Islamic terrorist groups.”

    2016-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7670Resumption1 (2016) · source

43. “We condemn the murder of seven media professionals in Kabul by the Taliban on 20 January, which was an attack on the free flow of ideas and the liberty of the media, and offer our condolences to the families of the victims. To conclude, let me assure the Council that Germany remains committed to supporting Afghanistan during the transformation decade, in close cooperation with the Afghan Government and our international partners.”

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44. “At the same time, it is counting on the full cooperation of the Afghan Government to ensure a prompt return of those who are not in need of such protection to their home country and to stem the drain on its human resources. Afghanistan and its international partners can be successful in building a future for the country and its people only if Afghans themselves believe in that future. Lasting peace, guaranteed compliance with human rights and sustainable growth can be achieved only by a strong Afghan Government and the involvement of all Afghan people. We commend the Afghan Government for its work towards democratization and electoral reform, and further encourage it to ensure transparency and accountability in all political processes, as well as freedom of speech.”

    2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source

45. “A peace process can succeed only if it engages not only the Government, but also the population of Afghanistan and its political representatives. It will also need the unequivocal backing of the international community here at the United Nations, and especially of all Afghanistan's neighbours. As Chair of the International Contact Group and one of the largest donors to Afghanistan, Germany will continue to play an active role to that end. For Germany and the European Union, migration from Afghanistan has become a pressing issue with the arrival of over 150,000 Afghan nationals to Germany this past year alone. Germany will fulfil its international obligation and moral duty to provide those fleeing persecution with international protection.”

    2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source

46. “We are highly concerned about the volatile security situation and the resulting high number of civilian casualties. We encourage the Afghan Government to continue its efforts in countering the rising levels of displacement and low rates of economic growth. Nevertheless, facing an intense level of insurgency, the efforts of the Afghan Government to strengthen regional economic integration and to move forward in activating a peace process have been duly noted. The Afghan National Defence and Security Forces have proven their strong commitment and great courage. We therefore commend them for their efforts to establish and uphold peace and security in their country. We encourage and support a peace process among all Afghan parties, which we regard as the only path to a sustainable internal peace. We welcome the quadrilateral initiative.”

    2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source

47. “Greater observance of human rights, in particular women's rights, advances in the field of counter-narcotics and fostering regional and international cooperation and coordination are examples of the progress made last year. Nevertheless, to achieve long-lasting peace and the maintenance of security and human rights, much remains to be done. Further reforms by the Afghan Government are of the essence. The year 2016 will yet again be a critical year for Afghanistan. We look forward to the Warsaw NATO Summit in July and the Brussels Conference in October. Germany will not falter in its commitment to Afghanistan in terms of support for its development, stabilization and the Afghan National Defence and Security Forces, and by participating as lead nation in the Resolute Support Mission.”

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48. “First, I would like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Nicholas Haysom, for his comprehensive briefing today. We highly appreciate the outstanding efforts of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) in leading and coordinating international civilian efforts to promote human rights, economic development, political stability and regional and international cooperation. We commend the Mission for its remarkable support for the Afghan Government in its striving for security, peace and development. Germany aligns itself with the statement delivered on behalf of the European Union. Supported by the international community, Afghanistan has made significant progress over the past 14 years.”

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49. “Let me assure you, Madam President, that Germany remains committed to supporting Afghanistan during the current transformation decade, in close cooperation with the Afghan Government and our international partners.”

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50. “in Afghanistan as part of the NATO Resolute Support Mission for another year, with a raised troop ceiling of 980 soldiers. In so doing, Germany joins all of Afghanistan's friends and partners in sending a clear message. We will not abandon Afghanistan at this critical time. The only path to lasting peace and security in Afghanistan is a process of peace and reconciliation among all Afghans. We commend the courageous leadership shown by the National Unity Government and President Ghani Ahmadzai personally during his recent visit to Islamabad. We are encouraged by the commitment of the Governments of Afghanistan and Pakistan to promoting an Afghan-led and Afghan- owned political process. We call on all regional actors to lend their active and unreserved support to this effort.”

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