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Buenrostro Massieu

lines on the record: 360
first: 2021-06-07
most recent: 2023-12-07
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“Likewise, my country takes note that some political factions did not participate in that Central Council meeting, which indicates that intra-Palestinian reconciliation continues to be stalled. Another cause for alarm is the persistent violence in East Jerusalem, especially in the Sheikh Jarrah neighbourhood. We urge political and religious leaders to refrain from provocations and the use of inflammatory rhetoric. The first six weeks of 2022 saw the demolition of 130 Palestinian structures, causing the displacement of numerous families. Mexico urges the Israeli Government to suspend all eviction orders. The expansion and construction of Israeli settlements is contrary to international law and the resolutions of the Security Council.”
2022-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8973 (2022) · source
“Mrs. Buenrostro Massieu (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): I am grateful for the briefing provided by Special Coordinator Wennesland welcome the presence of Israeli and Palestinian delegations Once again, we have heard about the deteriorating situation in the Middle East. Today I will refer to three issues: intra-Palestinian political dialogue and reconciliation, violence and settlements and the precarious financial situation in Palestine. The stalemate in the political dialogue between the parties continues to be a cause for concern. The recent announcement by the Palestinian Central Council that it has decided to suspend the recognition of Israel until Israel recognizes the State of Palestine is an example of that. This comes precisely at a time when civil, fiscal and security cooperation is crucial.”
2022-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8973 (2022) · source
“We also commend Kuwait for showing flexibility when the Government of Iraq requested the suspension of its compensation payments from 2014 to 2016 as a result of the expenses it incurred in the fight against the Islamic State in Iraq and the Sham. Today marks a new chapter for Iraq in which it will no longer be obliged to make oil-revenue transfers but can now use those resources for the benefit of its people. We hope that this new phase will lead to the formation in Iraq of an inclusive Government that reflects the aspirations of the Iraqi people and makes it possible to move forward on pending reforms. In conclusion, Mexico commends the Compensation Commission’s secretariat for its work in processing 2.7 million claims throughout its three decades of activity.”
2022-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8972 (2022) · source
“Mrs. Buenrostro Massieu (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): I thank Ambassador Gaffey, President of the United Nations Compensation Commission, for his briefing. I also welcome the delegations of Iraq and Kuwait. Today is an important day for both countries. Mexico commends Iraq for its fulfilment over the past 30 years of its obligations under the relevant Security Council resolutions, Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations and the decisions of the Compensation Commission. Iraq has made all of its compensation payments for the damage, losses and environmental degradation that Kuwait suffered as a result of the invasion of 1990, despite having to deal with a number of challenges, including terrorism and the pandemic.”
2022-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8972 (2022) · source
“Mexico reiterates its commitment to respect for the sovereignty, political independence and territorial integrity of Ukraine within its internationally recognized borders, pursuant to the Charter of the United Nations, international law and the relevant resolutions of the Security Council and the General Assembly, particularly Assembly resolutions 2625 (XXV) and 3314 (XXIX). We once again reiterate our appeal to resume efforts to take the path of de-escalation, diplomacy and dialogue.”
2022-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8970 (2022) · source
“Specifically, in this particular case, three fundamental principles of the Charter of the United Nations are being violated, namely, refraining from the threat or use of force in international relations, respect for the territorial integrity and political independence of States and non-interference in their internal affairs. It is therefore unacceptable that over the past few days the shelling, explosions and other ceasefire violations have increased, according to reports from the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Special Monitoring Mission. We urge the parties to immediately put an end to those actions. We wish to recall that in this same Chamber a few days ago Russia stated categorically that it would not invade Ukraine (see S/PV.8968). We hope that it will comply fully with that statement.”
2022-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8970 (2022) · source
“Mrs. Buenrostro Massieu (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): We are grateful to Under-Secretary-General DiCarlo for her briefing on the current situation in Ukraine. We are following with concern the recent developments in the situation in eastern Ukraine. In the current circumstances, it is critical that any actions exacerbating the crisis cease. Through resolution 2202 (2015), the Security Council endorsed the package of measures for the implementation of the Minsk agreements as the only framework for resolving the situation in eastern Ukraine. That resolution must be respected.”
2022-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8970 (2022) · source
“A nationwide ceasefire and the advancement of the political process, facilitated by the Special Envoy, is the road map for a solution to the Yemeni conflict and the formula for advancing towards lasting peace in the Arabian Peninsula. We insist on the need to respect the arms embargo, in accordance with the resolutions of the Council, including resolution 2616 (2021). Finally, Mexico welcomes the recent talks held by the Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator with the parties, aimed at reaching an agreement to transfer the oil on the FSO SAFER oil tanker to another vessel and thus address the environmental, economic and humanitarian threat that the tanker represents — a threat we have denounced time after time in the Chamber.”
2022-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8966 (2022) · source
“We also condemn the indiscriminate attacks against the population and civilian structures, such as the Sa’ada prison, where 90 people were killed, and the water reservoir in Sahar, which interrupted the supply of drinking water to 130,000 residents. Attacks against essential civilian infrastructure, in addition to being unjustifiable, constitute a violation of international humanitarian law, aggravate human suffering and increase the demands on humanitarian operations. Mexico echoes the Secretary-General’s call for the parties to exercise maximum restraint, promote de-escalation and respect the principles of proportionality, distinction and precaution.”
2022-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8966 (2022) · source
“Mrs. Buenrostro Massieu (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): We thank Special Envoy Grundberg, Under-Secretary-General Griffiths and the Permanent Representative of Albania, in his capacity as Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2140 (2014), for their briefings. We also recognize the work of the delegation of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines in leading the 2140 Committee for the 2020-2021 biennium. We welcome the delegation of Yemen to this meeting. Mexico expresses great alarm about the increase in the spiral of violence and civilian deaths in Yemen in recent weeks. My country reiterates its condemnation of the numerous attacks by Houthi militias against Emirati and Saudi targets, including most recently against Abha International Airport in Saudi Arabia.”
2022-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8966 (2022) · source
“The acknowledgement of responsibility, the corresponding convictions and clarification of past actions may be painful processes, but they are necessary to build the future to which all Colombians aspire. Lastly, in the framework of the elections process and with full respect for the robust discussion and debate that are a part of democratic society, Mexico reiterates a call for strengthening the implementation of the peace agreement in order to achieve sustainable peace for our kindred people of Colombia.”
2022-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8951 (2022) · source
“We trust that this year the Commission for the Follow-Up, Promotion and Verification of the Implementation of the Final Agreement will improve its coordination and dialogue with the ethnic peoples and with the gender body, and that the specific needs of the indigenous, child and Afro-Colombian populations will be addressed. The peace process will remain incomplete if the 42 gender indicators, which are still pending, are not met. Mexico also stresses the importance of the Comprehensive System of Truth, Justice, Reparations and Non-Repetition. As we await the sentences about to be handed down by the Special Jurisdiction for Peace, we reiterate that the transitional justice system in Colombia should serve as an example for other processes in the rest of the world.”
2022-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8951 (2022) · source
“We agree that progress is needed on all points, including the pending provisions on security guarantees and an increased presence of the State to unleash the transformative potential of the agreement. Without detracting from the progress made over five years, work must be done on the challenges ahead. Violence is the main challenge to peacebuilding, in particular in view of this year’s electoral processes. The security of those participating in the elections must be a priority, including in the 16 special transitional electoral districts for peace. At the same time, attention must be paid to the victims of displacement, and we are particularly concerned about the more than 25,000 children in that situation.”
2022-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8951 (2022) · source
“In the words of the Secretary-General, the signing of the peace agreement is an example of how “societies can heal the wounds of war and bring about development opportunities to those most in need” (S/2021/1090, p. 17). The recent visit by Secretary-General António Guterres to Colombia, in the framework of the fifth anniversary of the agreement, reflects the commitment of the international community to support Colombia in this process. Mexico, my country, welcomes the report of the Secretary-General (S/2021/1090) and, while sharing his optimism for the future, we join in his call for the Government and relevant entities to spare no effort in the full implementation of the Final Agreement.”
2022-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8951 (2022) · source
“Mrs. Buenrostro Massieu (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): I thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia, Mr. Carlos Ruiz Massieu, for his briefing, and I extend my appreciation to the members of the Mission. I also thank Luz Marina Giraldo, civil society representative, for sharing with us her experience as a former combatant and peace advocate and for her heartfelt testimony. We also acknowledge the presence of Mr. Emilio José Archila Peñalosa, Presidential Adviser for Stabilization and Consolidation of Colombia, and we are also grateful for the virtual reality experience of the implementation of the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace. That brings us closer and more directly to what is happening on the ground.”
2022-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8951 (2022) · source
“Mexico reiterates its full trust in and support for the OPCW and its investigative work. We reaffirm our condemnation of the use of chemical weapons by any actor and under any circumstances. Lastly, we would urge States to cooperate with the work of the OPCW and to promote the implementation of the relevant resolutions of the Council in order to put an end to the conflict.”
2022-01-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8943 (2022) · source
“Mexico once again calls on Syria to constructively cooperate with the OPCW to clear up the 20 pending questions pertaining to its initial declaration. We note with concern that the clarifications on the chemical agents produced in an installation that was not declared previously remain inconclusive. We are also concerned about the explanation concerning the unauthorized transfer of chlorine cylinders destroyed in an attack that were related to the incident in Douma, as well as the presence of traces of chemical substances at the Barzah site. We welcome the six-month extension of the Tripartite Agreement between the OPCW, the United Nations Office for Project Services and Syria. We would urge that such extensions cover longer periods so that United Nations agencies can plan their work with greater predictability.”
2022-01-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8943 (2022) · source
“Mexico takes note of the monthly report of the Director-General of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) (see S/2021/1103) and of the inspections that took place in December at the Barzah and Jamrayah facilities of the Scientific Studies and Research Centre. We await the outcome of those inspections and welcome the appointment of representatives of Syria and the OPCW to convene a meeting between the Director-General of the OPCW and the Syrian Minister for Foreign Affairs. On the other hand, we regret the bureaucratic obstacles that continue to affect the work of the OPCW, as was the case with the failure to issue visas for all members of the Declaration Assessment Team.”
2022-01-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8943 (2022) · source
“Mrs. Buenrostro Massieu (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): I should like at the outset to congratulate you, Madam, on assuming the presidency of the Security Council. You and your team can count on the support of the delegation of Mexico. I wish to take this opportunity also to congratulate Ambassador Abarry and his team for their work at the helm of the Security Council in December. I would also like to welcome the delegations of Albania, Brazil, the United Arab Emirates, Ghana and Gabon, with which whom we hope to work very closely throughout this year. I wish also to thank High Representative Nakamitsu for her briefing.”
2022-01-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8943 (2022) · source
“We also welcome the proposals put forward by the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs to advance the economic recovery. Accordingly, we commend the efforts to efficiently coordinate operations among the various United Nations agencies and donor countries. Lastly, we note the discussions under way with a private company that could lead to mitigating the risks posed by the SFO SAFER. Once again, we call on Ansar Allah to cooperate with the relevant United Nations agencies and facilitate the operation.”
2021-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8929 (2021) · source
“It is clear that without the will and genuine commitment of the parties, little progress can be achieved towards a peace agreement. Mexico therefore urges the parties to engage in a comprehensive and inclusive United Nations-facilitated political process. The conflict has undoubtedly been one of the main causes of the economic collapse. Consequently, without the laying down of arms it will be impossible to strengthen State institutions, without which it will in turn be impossible to implement the needed economic policies, such as the management of ports, the payment of salaries to public servants and the collection of taxes. In that regard, we welcome the appointment of the new Governor of the Central Bank of Yemen.”
2021-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8929 (2021) · source
“We also condemn the recent detention of two United Nations staff members and urge the Houthis to release them immediately. The parties must guarantee due humanitarian space. The absence of an impartial mechanisms to ensure accountability is also regrettable. Such mechanisms to combat impunity are imperative for social reconciliation in countries that are torn by conflicts such as the conflict that Yemen is experiencing. With regard to the political situation, we welcome the consultations that Special Envoy Grundberg has continued to conduct both in Yemen and with international partners and we are grateful for his updates and tireless work. There is no military solution to the conflict. The only successful solution will be achieved through genuine political dialogue.”
2021-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8929 (2021) · source
“The parties to the conflict must uphold their obligations under international humanitarian law, in particular the principles of distinction and proportionality. We call on the parties to coordinate with the United Nations Mission to Support the Hudaydah Agreement the unilateral withdrawals of military contingents in order to avoid clashes. At the same time, we underline the outcome of the most recent conference of tribal Chiefs to reiterate the need for an immediate nationwide ceasefire. Moreover, in echoing the recent press statement issued by the Security Council (SC/14707), my country, Mexico, strongly condemns the raid on the compound formerly used as the United States Embassy in Sana’a and condemns the harassment and detention of many of the Embassy’s former employees by Ansar Allah.”
2021-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8929 (2021) · source
“Mrs. Buenrostro Massieu (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): I thank Special Envoy Grundberg and Acting Assistant Secretary-General Rajasingham for their briefings. First, I would like to address the violence prevailing in the country. The offensive against Mar’ib has intensified, while at the same time we have seen the re-emergence of other centres of conflict in Al-Hudaydah and Taiz, as well as air strikes on Sana’a. That violence has had a severe impact on the civilian population and has led to new waves of displacement. In that regard, we condemn the firing a few weeks ago of two missiles — into a camp for internally displaced persons run by the International Organization for Migration in the governorate of Mar’ib and into Saudi Arabia.”
2021-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8929 (2021) · source
“Before concluding, my delegation once again calls on the Government of Syria to cooperate with the OPCW and its investigative bodies. Mexico reiterates that the solution to the conflict in Syria must adhere to international law and the relevant resolutions of this Council.”
2021-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8921 (2021) · source
“We note favourably the extension of the Tripartite Agreement between the OPCW, the United Nations Office for Project Services and Syria for a further six months, although, as the Secretariat itself has stated, it would be preferable to have more time to effectively plan the functions and deployment of the teams. Mexico welcomes the Member States that contribute financially to the Trust Fund for Syria Missions, since without such support the work of the OPCW investigation teams would not be possible. I express once again the full confidence and full support of my country’s delegation to the OPCW, its organs and officials. I also reaffirm Mexico’s condemnation of the use of chemical weapons by any actor and in any circumstance.”
2021-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8921 (2021) · source
“Given what I have just said, we call on the Damascus Government to fully cooperate with the DAT, including in promptly issuing visas, in order to ensure that all the officials of the Assessment Team can carry out the relevant on-site inspections. In addition, we recall that the appointment of experts as members of the OPCW fact-finding investigative delegations is the prerogative of the Technical Secretariat. We also urge the Syrian authorities to facilitate the inspection of the two sites of the Scientific Studies and Research Centre in Barzah and Jamrayah, scheduled for December. Moreover, we again urge the competent authorities — without prejudice to condemning all violations of the Syrian airspace — to clarify the reasons why the chlorine cylinders related to the Douma incident of April 2018 were transferred without authorization.”
2021-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8921 (2021) · source
“Mrs. Buenrostro Massieu (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): I thank High Representative Nakamitsu for her briefing. We take note of the monthly report (see S/2021/989) of the Director-General of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). We note that, despite the repeated requests of the OPCW, the Syrian authorities have yet to provide all the information necessary to clarify the discrepancies regarding 20 outstanding issues in their initial declaration. My delegation reiterates that the task of the Declaration Assessment Team (DAT) is to resolve those outstanding inconsistencies, which are also part of Syria’s obligations under the Chemical Weapons Convention.”
2021-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8921 (2021) · source
“I thank Ms. Boughani for her responses and clarifications. There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. The meeting rose at 12.05 p.m.”
2021-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8901 (2021) · source
“I thank Ms. Lusala for responding to the questions raised. I now give the floor to Ms. Boughani so that she can also respond to the comments and questions raised.”
2021-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8901 (2021) · source
“I thank Mr. Lacroix for the clarifications he has provided. I now give the floor to Ms. Lusala so that she can also respond to the comments and questions raised.”
2021-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8901 (2021) · source
“We must strengthen partnerships with police-contributing countries and ensure the deployment of more women, while enhancing synergies with regional and subregional organizations and other actors, such as INTERPOL, in reviewing the functions of the police component in peace operations in order to ensure maximum effectiveness and efficiency in the field. Finally, I would like to ask the briefers this morning how they believe they can advance the implementation of the women and peace and security agenda through their work, in particular with regard to the protection of women peacebuilders from local communities and women human rights defenders. What lessons have they learned regarding setting up early-warning systems to prevent massive human rights violations? I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I give the floor to Mr.”
2021-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8901 (2021) · source
“We must therefore mainstream a gender approach in all aspects of the design and operation of United Nations police components. Those components must be dynamic and flexible to meet the kind of challenges that arise, especially in increasingly complex environments, such as those resulting from the coronavirus disease pandemic, to ensure that the concerns and requirements of each of its members, including the diversity of policewomen, are addressed. Mexico therefore recognizes the need to promote effective gender-sensitive training and education programmes for police personnel soon to be deployed by taking into account the needs on the ground and the objectives of each mission.”
2021-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8901 (2021) · source
“The elements set forth recently by the Security Council in resolution 2594 (2021), on transitions, specifically include a vision directly linked to the police components of the missions mandated by the Council. Within the operational framework, Mexico supports the fulfilment of the objectives of the Action for Peacekeeping initiative, which is also essential to ensure the full, equal and meaningful participation of women police officers in peace missions. In conjunction with the Uniformed Gender Parity Strategy, we have promoted women police officers’ leadership and their increasing participation in decision-making. However, female police officers continue to face structural barriers to the optimal development of their careers, which also makes it difficult for them to ensure a balance between their personal and professional lives.”
2021-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8901 (2021) · source
“That role is further enhanced in special political missions, such as those in Latin America and the Caribbean, namely, the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia and the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti. The work of the police component is also central to transitions, supporting countries in their security responsibilities, as well as building trust in State institutions. The work of women police officers, as part of those components, is key in tasks such as the protection of civilians, the provision of essential services to women and children, the development and strengthening of strategic alliances with civil society and the general implementation of the women and peace and security agenda.”
2021-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8901 (2021) · source
“Police components have undergone significant changes since their first deployment in 1960. Currently, around 11,000 police men and women from 88 countries participate in 12 United Nations peacekeeping operations and 100 additional police officers participate in special political missions. After many years of experience, it is undeniable that policing has a key role to play in achieving and maintaining sustainable peace. The prevention and investigation of crime, the protection of persons and the maintenance of public order and security have become fundamental components for long-term stability. Formed police units and individual police officers contribute to the development of national institutional capacities for the strengthening of the rule of law, including police, prosecutorial, judicial and penitentiary institutions.”
2021-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8901 (2021) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Mexico. At the outset, I thank Under-Secretary-General Jean-Pierre Lacroix and Police Commissioners Violet Lusala and Patricia Boughani for their very helpful briefings. Today’s meeting is particularly important because the work of the police in United Nations peacekeeping missions is often little known and sometimes even overshadowed by the visibility of military components. I congratulate Ms. Sangya Malla, of Nepal, who was named United Nations Police Woman of the Year yesterday. Today we will focus on the essential role that women play as part of United Nations police components. The statements delivered by the Police Commissioners today are a clear testimony of the role that women play on the ground in the communities in Abyei and Mali.”
2021-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8901 (2021) · source
“I thank Ms. Boughani for her briefing. I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements.”
2021-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8901 (2021) · source
“In accordance with rule 39 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the following briefers to participate in this meeting: Mr. Jean-Pierre Lacroix, Under- Secretary-General for Peace Operations; Ms. Violet Lusala, Police Commissioner, United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei; and Ms. Patricia Boughani, Police Commissioner, United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The intention for this meeting is for it to be as interactive as possible, as we were at the same briefing last November (see S/2020/1092) and as we are in our dialogue with Force Commanders. We look forward to questions from Council members to the Commissioners and from the Commissioners to the Council. I now give the floor to Mr. Lacroix.”
2021-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8901 (2021) · source
“Humanitarian access — cross-border and cross- line — is particularly crucial as winter approaches. The displaced population in the north-east will require tents and fuel. Approximately 80 per cent of those living in camps for displaced persons are women and children. In conclusion, Mexico reiterates that there is no military solution to the conflict in Syria. That is why we call for a nationwide ceasefire and the redoubling of efforts in order to make progress towards a political solution that will make it possible to prioritize the urgent humanitarian needs of the country.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8888 (2021) · source
“With respect to the humanitarian situation, my country is concerned about the increase in the number of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases, which exacerbates critical humanitarian needs, in particular in the north-west. To date, only 1.6 per cent of the population have received the vaccine. And the prognosis is a sombre one because, despite the planned vaccination roll-out, it will be possible to vaccinate only 15 per cent of the population. As we have underscored several times, COVID-19 vaccines should be considered a global public good. Access to them should be guaranteed to everyone. My country, Mexico, welcomes the efforts towards the ongoing delivery of humanitarian aid across conflict lines. To that end, we call for the necessary permits to be issued.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8888 (2021) · source
“Despite the lack of progress in the drafting of the new constitution, we note common ground among delegations in areas such as the cessation of violence, the containment of the pandemic, the protection of civilians, the fight against terrorism, the strengthening of institutions and economic recovery, as well as the safeguarding of the sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of Syria. Resolution 2254 (2015) remains the parameter for compliance. With regard to the rule of law, we echo the Secretary-General’s call. Mexico, too, calls for the release of detainees and for clarification with regard to forced disappearances, as soon as possible. We stress that, unless the demands of thousands of families on the issue are addressed, it will be impossible to mend Syria’s social fabric or promote national reconciliation.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8888 (2021) · source
“We call on the delegation appointed by the Government to demonstrate resolve and commitment as it participates in the constitutional process. The Constitutional Committee is not the solution to the Syrian conflict but, undoubtedly, it will lay the foundation for progress in the political transition and social reconciliation and, ultimately, in building lasting peace. In that regard, we applaud the ongoing contact between the Special Envoy and civil society. In particular, we welcome the recent meeting with the Women’s Advisory Board. We underscore the importance of ensuring the full, equal and meaningful participation of women, young people and minorities at all stages of political discussions.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8888 (2021) · source
“We extend our condolences and call for unconditional respect for international law and international humanitarian law. Those events remind us of the absolute need for a lasting national ceasefire. The human cost is unacceptable. According to the most recent estimates published by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, more than 350,000 people have died in 10 years of conflict. Secondly, we welcome the recent holding of the sixth session of the small body of the Constitutional Committee and highlight the agreement among the parties on working methods. We deplore the fact that, two years since the establishment of the Committee, progress on the drafting of the constitution has been limited.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8888 (2021) · source
“Mrs. Buenrostro Massieu (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): I thank Special Envoy Pedersen, Under- Secretary-General Griffiths and Ms. Mounerfah Albarouki for their briefings. We also welcome the representatives of Syria, Iran and Turkey to today’s meeting. I will focus my statement on the following points — first, violence and the ceasefire; secondly, the constitutional process; thirdly, the rule of law, and, lastly, the humanitarian situation. First, Mexico rejects all recent acts of violence that have been recorded. My country condemns the attack on a military vehicle in Damascus, which led to the deaths of 14 people. My delegation also condemns the bombing in the north-west, including in Ariha, Idlib and western Aleppo, which resulted in civilian deaths, including children.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8888 (2021) · source
“We call on all Member States to ensure that all processes led by the Organization are inclusive and ensure the full, equal and meaningful participation of diverse women at the heart of peace-agreement negotiations. As co-Chair, with Ireland, of the Council’s Informal Expert Group on Women and Peace and Security, Mexico will continue to work towards those objectives. It will also pursue those goals through the Women, Peace and Security and Humanitarian Action Compact, launched this year at the United Nations Women’s Generation Equality Forum. In conclusion, convinced that the future of their country will only be successful with the full, equal and meaningful participation of women, Mexico reiterates its commitment to women and girls in Afghanistan and condemns all violations of their human rights and fundamental freedoms.”
2021-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8886 (2021) · source
“The effects of the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons and their ammunition on women and girls is disproportionate and well-documented. Mexico emphatically calls on all States to refrain from transferring weapons in certain situations, including when there is a risk that they could be used for gender- based violence, and to curb the flow of small arms and light weapons that enable violence against women and girls. It is equally important to invest more in ensuring that local disarmament, demobilization and reintegration processes actively involve women in rebuilding the social fabric and reducing community violence, thereby contributing to sustainable development. Their inclusion in security sector reform is also essential for institution-building in States in transition.”
2021-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8886 (2021) · source
“That is why Mexico supports the Secretary- General’s Action for Peacekeeping initiative and encourages him to ensure that all stages of planning, mandate implementation and mission review throughout transition processes integrate a comprehensive gender analysis. We also endorse his “Call to action: women transforming peace and security”. The inclusion of local actors, such as women peacebuilders and human rights defenders, is also essential at all stages of peace and political processes and is a prerequisite for national ownership, as well as for a comprehensive post-pandemic recovery. In addition, we urge this organ to continue to include the voices of women briefers in our deliberations and to take measures for their protection, and we condemn the increasing reprisals, intimidation and violence against them.”
2021-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8886 (2021) · source
“Women contribute to amplifying the voices and demands of women activists, mediators, peacebuilders, human rights defenders and journalists, and they identify existing gaps and exchange critical information that can help establish early-warning systems and prevent human rights violations. However, to enable greater participation by women military and police in peace operations, we need to invest in improving working conditions and physical infrastructure. Equally, if we are to ensure equal participation in such operations, it is essential to guarantee women’s physical safety and well-being, with a zero-tolerance policy for all forms of discrimination or violence, be it sexual harassment, exploitation or abuse.”
2021-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8886 (2021) · source
“However, we are concerned that the participation of women in peacekeeping operations remains low due to the various barriers that they face at the different stages of recruitment, training, selection, deployment and operation. In that context, we commend Canada and the Elsie Initiative Fund for supporting Governments, such as ours, that want to break down those barriers and increase the number of women in peace operations. We know well that deployed women are key to maintaining open communication and building trust with local host communities. They are also key to developing strategic partnerships with civil society.”
2021-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8886 (2021) · source