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Broadhurst-Estival

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first: 2020-09-10
most recent: 2023-12-22
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“That is completely erroneous, given that the driving force behind the conflict is a rivalry between two generals exacerbated by internal divisions in the Sudan. I would like to point out that the establishment of a unified army was never imposed from outside. I would also like to remind the Russian Federation that where financial assistance is concerned, France was at the forefront of the initiative to relieve Sudan’s debt from 2019 onwards, an initiative that Russia was the last country to join, in 2021, and that the process was suspended after the coup d’état in October 2021 without prejudice to humanitarian aid. It has always been clear that our financial assistance is tied to the democratic transition, which was not externally imposed either but was rather a result of the aspirations of the Sudanese people themselves.”
2023-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9326 (2023) · source
“We welcome the continued work of the Special Representative with the parties, in conjunction with the African Union and IGAD. We also encourage UNITAMS to give as much support as possible to the actions of political forces advocating for peace, especially in civil society and at the local level. Peace cannot be restored without the involvement of all Sudanese actors. When the time comes, Sudanese civil society must take part in the discussions to achieve a lasting ceasefire and a political solution to the crisis. In view of the remarks made by the representative of the Russian Federation, I would like to add some comments to my initial statement. Russia is accusing the West of imposing its own policies on the Sudan and not doing enough there.”
2023-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9326 (2023) · source
“The parties must implement all the commitments made in Jeddah by opening humanitarian corridors and ceasing hostilities. The scale of the crisis demands that close coordination be maintained with international partners, including the European Union. The Security Council must speak out and remain active on this issue. It is unacceptable that the Council has not adopted any kind of statement since the first day of the conflict. The work of the Security Council is complementary to regional efforts, especially those of the African Union. It is all the more necessary because the parties have not responded to those efforts to date and have locked themselves into continuing the fighting. We reiterate our full support for the work of the United Nations and the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in the Sudan (UNITAMS).”
2023-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9326 (2023) · source
“We are witnessing a massive increase in the number of displaced persons, refugees and food-insecure people. The determination of the parties to continue fighting means that millions of civilians will continue to be affected either by the clashes or by the disruption of humanitarian assistance. We welcome the continued action of the United Nations on the ground, as well as the solidarity of neighbouring countries in hosting refugees. Together with its European partners, France will fully play its part in contributing to the humanitarian response. The European Union’s support already amounts to more than €150 million for 2023. We are also supporting the efforts undertaken by regional actors, as well as the United States and Saudi Arabia, and we welcome the ceasefire that has just been agreed.”
2023-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9326 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): I thank Special Representative for the Secretary-General Volker Perthes, African Union Commissioner Bankole Adeoye and Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Workneh Gebeyehu. I will focus on five points. The situation has continued to deteriorate since 15 April in West Darfur as well as in Khartoum. We condemn the indiscriminate acts of violence, which are in violation of international law and the commitments made by both parties on 11 May in Jeddah. They must not go unpunished. Rallying members of armed groups based on their community affiliation has also continued, and we condemn those developments. As we know, this crisis threatens to destabilize the entire region.”
2023-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9326 (2023) · source
“Finally, as the Security Council prepares to renew the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq, I would like to express France’s full support for the Mission’s action and for the remarkable work of its Special Representative and her entire team.”
2023-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9324 (2023) · source
“In this regard, France would like to commend the work of United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da’esh/Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (UNITAD) and recall that the fight against impunity for crimes committed by Da’esh requires effective cooperation between UNITAD and the Iraqi Government. In conjunction with the partners of the Global Coalition against Da’esh, France will continue to stand with Iraq in its fight against terrorism, while fully respecting the country’s sovereignty, for as long as necessary and as long as Iraq requests it.”
2023-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9324 (2023) · source
“We call on the international community to support them. Given the impact of climate change on international peace and security, it is our collective responsibility to help Iraq anticipate the consequences of climate change. France also encourages Iraq to pursue a constructive dialogue between Baghdad and Erbil, particularly with regard to security and the sharing of oil revenues. The revival of cooperation between the federal authorities and the autonomous region is absolutely essential, and we are willing to facilitate these exchanges. Thirdly, on behalf of France, I would like to express our solidarity and support on the occasion of the funerals that were recently held for dozens of victims of Da’esh, a terrorist organization against which Iraq continues to wage a courageous battle.”
2023-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9324 (2023) · source
“Secondly, France welcomes the efforts of the Iraqi Government to carry out the reforms expected by the Iraqi people and calls for them to be continued. These efforts are important in the economic arena, but also in the fight against corruption and impunity. Iraq’s partners have a responsibility to support the country in implementing the necessary reforms. For this, the adoption of a federal budget is essential. We also welcome the initiatives that have been taken by Iraq to combat the effects of climate change. The climate conference in Basra on 13 March illustrated Prime Minister Al Sudani’s commitment to the magnitude of the climate challenges facing Iraq. On 24 March, Iraq became the first country in the Middle East to join the Helsinki Water Convention. We encourage the Iraqi authorities to continue these efforts.”
2023-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9324 (2023) · source
“As we know, a regional dialogue is an essential first step towards the implementation of joint projects that will promote the economic integration of the region and, in particular, make it possible to respond to the climate and environmental challenges facing the States of the region. France also reiterates the importance of close cooperation between Iraq and Kuwait on the issue of missing Kuwaitis and third-country nationals. We encourage the two States to continue their dialogue on this subject. France strongly condemns all violations of Iraqi sovereignty. Iraq is not a place for settling scores between the countries of the region. We call on the actors concerned to cease all interference in Iraq’s internal affairs.”
2023-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9324 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): I too would like to thank the Special Representative for her extremely comprehensive briefing and also thank Ms. Latif for her briefing. I welcome the presence of the representative of Iraq in the Chamber today. I have three messages today. First of all, France welcomes the positive role played by Iraq at the regional level. Iraq’s good offices have made it possible to facilitate rapprochement between two key States in the region, Saudi Arabia and Iran. France is in favour of any initiative that can contribute in a concrete way to the de-escalation of tensions and the strengthening of regional security and stability. The need to promote dialogue in the region is, in this respect, at the heart of the establishment of the Baghdad format.”
2023-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9324 (2023) · source
“France fully supports the work of the Office of the High Representative, which we know is not intended to last beyond what is necessary. In 2008, the 5+2 agenda clearly established the conditions for the end of the High Representative’s mandate, but we are not there yet. We also reiterate our full support for the European Union Military Operation in Bosnia and Herzegovina, which has played a fundamental role in stabilizing Bosnia and Herzegovina and the wider region since its deployment in 2004. In conclusion, I hope that its candidate-country status will bring an impetus for change in Bosnia and Herzegovina, which, I reiterate, is not an end in itself but a starting point on the road to negotiations for accession to the European Union.”
2023-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9319 (2023) · source
“Such actions are unacceptable, and we call on the political representatives to take responsibility in that regard; they must work to reduce tensions and engage in constructive dialogue. France also underlines its deep concern about Republika Srpska’s recent declarations and legislative initiatives aimed at limiting freedoms by targeting the media and non-governmental organizations. If they are definitively adopted and implemented, they would represent a step backwards in terms of the protection of fundamental rights and European rapprochement in the country. I would also like to remind Council members that in a Bosnia and Herzegovina that is moving forward on the European path, there is absolutely no place for revisionist discourse or the glorification of war crimes.”
2023-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9319 (2023) · source
“The road map for moving forward on that path is clear, especially for the opening of accession negotiations. It includes 14 priority reforms set out by the European Commission. France hopes that the newly elected authorities will commit resolutely to implementing those reforms, which are essential to the country’s rapprochement with Europe, and which will bring tangible improvements to the lives of all Bosnian citizens, particularly in the area of the rule of law. We call on all the political leaders in Bosnia and Herzegovina to refrain from any provocative or secessionist rhetoric and actions, especially anything that calls into question the country’s sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity.”
2023-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9319 (2023) · source
“We expect those new executive decision-makers, as well as those of Republika Srpska, to honour the political agreement reached on 12 June 2022 in Brussels by the representatives of Bosnia and Herzegovina, which calls for the implementation of key reforms to promote democracy and the rule of law within six months of the new executives taking up their posts. We also welcome the European Council’s decision on 15 December to grant Bosnia-Herzegovina the status of candidate country for accession to the European Union. With that decision, adopted unanimously by the 27 member States, the European Union has sent a strong signal to the Bosnian people, reminding them of their common destiny with the countries of the Union. That decision marks a new step for Bosnia and Herzegovina on its path to European integration.”
2023-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9319 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): I thank High Representative Christian Schmidt for his briefing and welcome the participation in today’s meeting of Mrs. Željka Cvijanović, Chair of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Since our last meeting, in November (see S/PV.9179), we have welcomed the swift formation of a new executive at the central level following the general elections held on 2 October. We also welcomed the formation of a new Government of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina on 28 April, after more than four years of a technical Government.”
2023-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9319 (2023) · source
“In that context, we reiterate our full support for Special Envoy Hanna Tetteh and her teams. The United Nations has an essential role to play in coordinating peace efforts in the Horn of Africa, particularly with regard to the conflict in the Sudan, and France is playing its full part in those efforts. We encourage the States of the region to resolve their disputes through dialogue, whether they concern Abyei, other border disputes or the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam.”
2023-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9318 (2023) · source
“The parties to the conflict should refrain from any action that could add to the instability in Abyei, which should be a demilitarized zone. UNISFA has a major role to play in protecting civilians, and in that regard, we welcome all the efforts it has made to encourage peace between the Ngok Dinka and Misseriya communities. We are deeply concerned about the violence between the Ngok Dinka and Twic Dinka communities and call on the South Sudanese authorities to continue their efforts to bring about peace. UNISFA, which only recently completed a complex and costly reconfiguration, is already facing new logistical challenges. It must maintain its capacity to fulfil its mandate, and we are counting on the Secretariat, the troop-contributing countries and the countries of the region to ensure that.”
2023-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9318 (2023) · source
“We welcomed those efforts, which offered encouraging prospects, and urge the parties to continue them. Only the parties themselves can bring about stability in Abyei. The current crisis should motivate them to get back to basics. Beyond resolving the territory’s final-status issues, progress should also be made towards improving the living conditions of the local population and preventing intercommunal violence. We welcome the peacebuilding efforts of the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA), in conjunction with the United Nations country teams in the Sudan and South Sudan, and we encourage the United Nations to adapt to the current challenges in order to preserve those significant gains. We also call on the communities of Abyei to stay out of the ongoing conflict in the Sudan.”
2023-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9318 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): I too join others in thanking Assistant Secretary-General Martha Pobee and Special Envoy Hanna Tetteh for their briefings. I also welcome the presence of the Permanent Representatives of the Sudan and South Sudan at today’s meeting. I would like to emphasize four points. First, the Abyei Area has once again been feeling the effects of the instability that its surrounding region has been experiencing since 15 April, when fighting began in the Sudan. The status quo that has existed in the Abyei Area since 2016 has exacerbated that vulnerability, which becomes worse each time a crisis occurs in the region. The situation is all the more regrettable because the conflict in the Sudan risks holding up the positive dialogue that had been under way for several months between Khartoum and Juba.”
2023-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9318 (2023) · source
“Confidence-building must be at the heart of our work on the Secretary-General’s New Agenda for Peace. In that regard, France has submitted 20 proposals to strengthen the authority of the collective security system and update its response by rethinking the role of the United Nations in guaranteeing international peace and security. Together we can build and reinforce the paths leading to lasting peace.”
2023-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9315 (2023) · source
“Lastly, trust must be based on reliable and predictable partnerships. The European Union and its member States stand ready to respond to crises. Altogether we have deployed more than 5,000 personnel to peacekeeping operations. In the Middle East, for example, the European Union and its member States have provided €27 billion in humanitarian aid to the most vulnerable Syrians in Syria and the entire region since 2011. Lasting peace must also be built on trust in our partners. I am thinking in particular of the solutions that have been promoted by the African Union. That is why France supports the operationalization of the African Union Peace Fund and the ramping up of African peacekeeping operations. And we stand ready to resume discussions on that vital topic in the Security Council.”
2023-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9315 (2023) · source
“I am thinking of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, which should continue to support the Contact and Coordination Group for non-military measures in the Great Lakes region. I am thinking of Cyprus, where the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus must encourage the establishment of confidence-building measures to shore up trust between the communities. Trust also depends on the follow-up and effective implementation of commitments. Special political missions have their role to play, especially with regard to verifying compliance with commitments and agreements. I am thinking of the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia, which should monitor the consolidation of the ongoing ceasefire among several armed groups when the time comes.”
2023-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9315 (2023) · source
“The United Nations must forge ahead to create the necessary conditions for lasting peace. Conflict prevention, which has been mentioned often this morning, must be a cross-cutting priority for the Organization, as exemplified by the successes of the United Nations Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia. The Peacebuilding Commission must continue to build confidence through its partnerships and operational approach with all States concerned. The United Nations must help restore trust where it has been lost. The Secretary-General and his Envoys and Special Representatives should do their work as directly as possible on the ground through their good offices. It is also up to peacekeeping operations to support confidence-building measures.”
2023-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9315 (2023) · source
“Justice and the fight against impunity are also prerequisites for lasting peace. Freedom of expression and opinion and freedom of the press contribute to fighting misinformation, restoring confidence in the facts, which are so vital, and preventing incitements to violence. Stakeholders must ensure women’s participation in political and peace processes. I am thinking in particular about Afghanistan, whose recovery will never come without the participation of half of its population. In the Sudan, when the time comes, all political forces must engage in a peaceful and inclusive process. The commitment of young people is also fundamental, and in that regard I sincerely welcome the participation of Cynthia Chigwenya, Youth Ambassador for Peace for Southern Africa, in this meeting.”
2023-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9315 (2023) · source
“Violations of those principles — Russia’s current war of aggression in Ukraine particularly comes to mind right now — undermine the international order based on agreed rules. Respect for the Charter of the United Nations and effective multilateralism must be our collective goals, and international law must be respected everywhere. That is why France consistently defends its application in the context of the Israeli- Palestinian conflict and calls for the restoration of a political horizon, which is the only way to restore the trust between the parties needed to enable the implementation of a two-State solution. It is also up to States to strengthen confidence in their own institutions, and that is predicated on respect for human rights and the rule of law, the fight against corruption and good governance.”
2023-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9315 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): Allow me to join my colleagues in congratulating Switzerland on its historic assumption of the presidency of the Security Council and wishing it every success. It goes without saying Mr. President, that you can count on France’s full support in that regard. I thank the briefers for their very informative presentations. My thanks also go to you, Mr. President, for organizing today’s open debate on a key condition for ensuring lasting peace: trust. I would like to highlight three points. First, it is primarily up to Member States to build trust by upholding commitments and inclusive institutions and processes. Respecting international law, refraining from the use of force and ensuring the peaceful settlement of disputes are the necessary conditions for trust and cooperation among States.”
2023-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9315 (2023) · source
“France will remain fully active in support of the dialogue facilitated by the European Union in order to obtain rapid progress towards the normalization of relations between Serbia and Kosovo. There is no other way, either for Serbia or for Kosovo, than to reach a comprehensive, final and legally binding agreement to sustainably resolve the dispute between the two countries.”
2023-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9312 (2023) · source
“We have noted the holding of elections in four municipalities in northern Kosovo on 23 April, and we welcome the absence of incidents. In this regard, we commend the high level of professionalism of the Kosovo Police, the NATO Kosovo Force and the European Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo. However, we regret the low voter turnout and the lack of participation of some political parties. In this context, these elections cannot be a long-term political solution for the municipalities concerned. The priority must be the establishment of the association of Serb-majority municipalities in Kosovo and the return of Serbs to Kosovar institutions. Finally, we welcome the efforts of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo to support the dialogue process and strengthen social cohesion within Kosovar society.”
2023-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9312 (2023) · source
“The agreement strengthens the European prospects for Serbia and Kosovo, prospects to which France reiterates its full commitment. We recall that all the provisions of the agreement and its implementation annex are now an integral part of the commitments of both parties with respect to their European prospects. It is essential in the coming weeks to avoid a new crisis on the ground so as not to disrupt the positive momentum that has been set in motion. We therefore call on both parties to show restraint and refrain from any unilateral measures that could fuel tensions. We encourage Kosovo and Serbia to find solutions on all current issues, including the issue of licence-plate conversion and the supply of electricity to northern Kosovo.”
2023-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9312 (2023) · source
“The President of the Republic and the Minister for Foreign Affairs had exchanges with Prime Minister Kurti and President Vučić, along with Chancellor Olaf Scholz, at the margins of the Munich Security Conference. We now expect Serbia and Kosovo to commit themselves unreservedly, in good faith and with the same spirit of compromise to the immediate implementation of all their pledges under to the agreement, among which the establishment of an association of Serb-majority municipalities in Kosovo is fundamental. The meeting between President Vučić and Prime Minister Kurti that will take place next Tuesday in Brussels should make it possible to launch concrete and substantial discussions on draft legislation. We also welcome the establishment last week of a joint committee to oversee the implementation of the agreement.”
2023-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9312 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): I thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Ms. Caroline Ziadeh, for her briefing. Today’s meeting takes place in the context of significant progress made towards the normalization of relations between Serbia and Kosovo, and we welcome this, even if I must say that the tone this morning of the two Deputy Prime Ministers/Foreign Ministers from Serbia and Kosovo was quite disturbing. We welcome the spirit of responsibility of both parties, which made it possible to reach an agreement in principle in Brussels on 27 February and an agreement on the implementation annex in Ohrid on 18 March. This progress was achieved thanks to the efforts of European mediation, and France was also active at the highest level in supporting the mediation.”
2023-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9312 (2023) · source
“The political class must show responsibility to overcome the current impasse. Finally, and this is my last point, France will remain committed to providing humanitarian aid, in particular in terms of health care and food. In 2023, our humanitarian assistance will reach €9 million, and given the need, we are working on mobilizing additional funds. France will continue to support the efforts of the United Nations, the International Organization of la Francophonie and other partners working to assist Haiti. We cannot stand by and let Haiti sink into chaos. We will continue as long as necessary to stand side by side with the Haitian people.”
2023-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9311 (2023) · source
“However, sanctions alone will not solve anything. At the same time, justice must be restored in Haiti. The fight against impunity must be a priority if we want to put an end to the violence. The appointment of the members of the Court of Cassation is a positive step in that regard. France will continue to encourage Haitian actors to pursue an inclusive dialogue. We welcome the efforts made to encourage broader participation in the National Consensus for an Inclusive Transition and Transparent Elections, as well as the installation of the High Transitional Council. The objective remains the organization of democratic elections when the security conditions are met. We urge Haitian political actors to reach the broadest possible agreement for the rapid appointment of a Provisional Electoral Council.”
2023-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9311 (2023) · source
“Homicides, kidnapping, sexual violence, recruitment of children by gangs — the list of abuses in Haiti cannot be ignored. The absolute priority must be to restore security. Collectively, we must support the Haitian National Police much more effectively, as we know they need equipment, funding and training. The Haitian authorities have been appealing to the international community since October of last year. We stand ready, with our partners, to do more to redress the situation on the ground. The United Nations must also provide more support to Haiti in terms of security, via the work of the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti. France hopes that the Council will soon be able to adopt its first sanctions against the criminals destabilizing the country and that the panel of experts will be able to make proposals quickly.”
2023-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9311 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): On behalf of France, I too would like to thank Ms. María Isabel Salvador for her briefing and wish her every success in her crucial mission. I also thank Ms. Ghada Waly for her briefing and would like to acknowledge the presence at today’s meeting of the Ministers for Foreign Affairs of Haiti and the Dominican Republic and the Permanent Representative of Canada. France is very concerned about the new escalation of violence that we have witnessed in Haiti over the past few days. The suffering of the Haitian people is intolerable and the situation continues to deteriorate. We urge the international community to redouble its efforts. The insecurityin Port-au-Princehasreachedlevelscomparable to those in countries in armed conflict.”
2023-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9311 (2023) · source
“We condemn any attempt, whether by former regime forces or foreign actors, to add to the instability. The international community will not support a fait accompli that is decided by weapons. France expresses its solidarity with the Sudanese people. I commend the bravery of the members of the Sudan’s civil society. I am thinking of those who are trapped in the fighting but who continue to help one another. I am also thinking of the mediation efforts of organizations, political parties and local authorities. When the time comes, all political forces must engage in a peaceful and inclusive process in the interests of all the people of the Sudan. And the Council must speak out and support the initiatives of the African Union and the region.”
2023-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9310 (2023) · source
“We are ready to support such efforts with the stakeholders of the region and all international actors, including the United Nations. The Security Council’s action will complement the efforts of the African Union, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development and the League of Arab States. Collective and coordinated action is crucial, given the risks facing the unity of the country and the stability of the region. The crisis is increasingly jeopardizing the realization of the hope that resulted from the 2019 revolution. It is a huge setback to the peace process and the transition to a civilian Government. France is concerned about the spiral of violence at the national level and the formation of armed groups based on communal identities. We call on all Sudanese political forces to refrain from taking part in the fighting.”
2023-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9310 (2023) · source
“We thank the Djibouti authorities for their help, and we will continue to work with the United Nations in pursuing its evacuation operations. We should prioritize ensuring that the humanitarian ceasefire agreed by both parties is upheld. The halt in fighting is vital if we are to enable civilians to find refuge and respond to the emergency by establishing humanitarian corridors. France, together with its European Union partners, has not ceased to respond to the humanitarian needs of the Sudanese population. Financial assistance from the European Union, which has totalled almost €600 million since 2013, was already increased in February from €44 million to €73 million. We will continue to fully do our part. The current ceasefire must be maintained.”
2023-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9310 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): I thank the Secretary-General, Special Representative Volker Perthes, the representative of the African Union and the Assistant Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs. I would like to underscore five points. First, the situation on the ground is desperate. Since 15 April the clashes have resulted in the deaths of more than 450 people, and 4,000 injured, and the actual toll is likely much higher. We condemn the indiscriminate violence. Civilians, humanitarian personnel, hospitals and United Nations staff members should never be targeted. The looting of humanitarian aid depots must also stop. The people responsible for those violations must be held accountable. In response to the emergency, we have evacuated the members of the French community and others representing 42 nationalities.”
2023-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9310 (2023) · source
“The Final Agreement is a historic achievement, and the four-year extension of the mandate of the Commission for the Follow-Up, Promotion and Verification of the Implementation of the Final Agreement is an extremely important step. We support the Colombian authorities in their efforts to fully implement the Final Agreement and in the discussions opened within the framework of the policy of “total peace”. Of course, there is still a long way to go, as well as many challenges. But Colombia is on the right track, and France stands ready to provide it with its full support.”
2023-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9303 (2023) · source
“The presentation of the national development plan to the Congress presents an opportunity to move forward on the issue by allocating the required funding. France also welcomes the Government’s prioritization of the implementation of the ethnic chapters of the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace. We encourage the Government to pursue that path in order to offer new viable socioeconomic opportunities to the populations that have suffered from the conflict. Finally, France welcomes the steady progress made by the Special Jurisdiction for Peace. The start of the trial phase, which opens the way for restorative sentencing and a new chapter for reconciliation, must also be commended. Colombia is an example for the international community.”
2023-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9303 (2023) · source
“France also welcomes the efforts made by the Colombian authorities to consolidate the ceasefires under way with several armed groups. We hope that the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia will be able to play a timely role in monitoring the implementation of the various commitments in order to reduce the violence. Indeed, France remains extremely concerned about the current level of violence affecting certain regions of Colombia. We strongly condemn the recent attacks on Colombian law enforcement. We recall that the security guarantees remain insufficient for former combatants, human rights defenders and civil society representatives. France welcomes the Government’s commitment to land access and rural reform.”
2023-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9303 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): I join others in thanking Special Representative of the Secretary-General Carlos Ruiz Massieu for his briefing. I would also like to thank the Permanent Representative of Croatia to the United Nations, in his capacity as Chair of the Peacebuilding Commission, and the President of the Comunes party for their first-hand accounts. I welcome the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Colombia, Mr. Álvaro Leyva Durán, to this meeting. The search for peace must involve dialogue. That is why we welcome the conclusion of the second round of negotiations held in Mexico City with the Ejército de Liberación Nacional. We hope that the negotiations will lead to a lasting ceasefire.”
2023-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9303 (2023) · source
“France welcomes the fact that the independent assessment referred to in resolution 2679 (2023) is specifically intended to make recommendations on addressing violations by the Taliban of human rights, in particular the human rights of women and girls.”
2023-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9283 (2023) · source
“France remains particularly concerned about the massive human rights violations in Afghanistan, in particular the continued acute deterioration of the situation of women and girls owing to the repressive measures taken by the Taliban. That is why we will continue to ensure that UNAMA is able to implement a robust mandate, especially with regard to monitoring human rights violations, and that the Mission contributes to making the voices of Afghan women heard. France will continue to work with its partners, including those in the region and Afghanistan’s neighbours, to ensure that the demands of the international community pursuant to resolution 2593 (2021) are heard and that the Taliban uphold their commitments, which to date remain unfulfilled.”
2023-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9283 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): France welcomes the unanimous adoption of resolutions 2678 (2023) and 2679 (2023)), which sends an unambiguous signal of the Security Council’s support for the mandate and work of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). I would like to thank the United Arab Emirates and Japan for having succeeded in preserving the unity of the Council on such a crucial issue. We will continue to support UNAMA, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Afghanistan, all the relevant United Nations agencies and their partners, especially their humanitarian partners, who are courageously doing outstanding and vital work on the ground for the benefit of the Afghan population.”
2023-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9283 (2023) · source
“That is why France reiterates its call for the preservation of the humanitarian space. The restrictions imposed on United Nations and other humanitarian personnel by the Houthis must cease, including for the women humanitarian workers forced to have male chaperones. France calls on the Houthis to immediately and unconditionally release all detained United Nations and humanitarian personnel. In conclusion, as members are aware, the situation of the FSO SAFER oil tanker continues to pose the imminent risk of an ecological and humanitarian disaster. In that regard, we welcome the purchase by the United Nations of a replacement vessel to enable the transfer of millions of barrels of oil as an important first step. We call for the swift and full implementation of the United Nations-coordinated plan.”
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“That momentum must lead to a comprehensive and inclusive political solution, which will involve developing a peace plan that takes into account the concerns and interests of all Yemenis. France will continue to lend its full support to the Special Envoy in order to achieve that. In that connection, we reiterate the importance of involving Yemeni women in defining the future of their country. We call on the Houthis to engage in negotiations without delay and in good faith. Thirdly, we must not forget the Yemeni people and the severe humanitarian crisis they have been suffering for years. We announced our pledge of almost €23 million for 2023 at the donors’ conference held last month in Geneva. However, aid cannot benefit the Yemeni people if the working conditions and safety of humanitarian staff are not fully guaranteed.”
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“In that regard, France welcomes the meeting currently being held in Geneva on prisoner exchanges. We also hope that other mechanisms for dialogue and de-escalation, such as the military coordination committee, can be reactivated under the auspices of the United Nations. Secondly, France reaffirms its commitment to the United Nations mechanism for inspecting the ships arriving in Houthi-controlled ports. In that context, we welcome the decision by Saudi Arabi and Iran to re-establish diplomatic relations. We hope that it will contribute to advancing the ongoing negotiations between the Yemeni parties and to strengthening regional security and stability. From that point of view, it is essential that Iran cease its destabilizing activities.”
2023-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9282 (2023) · source