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“We believe that ifit is to succeed, the Security Council needs to engage in dynamic and constructive dialogue both with the Transitional Government of National Unity and with the subregional and regional organizations, such as the Intergovernmental Authority on Development and African Union. Such exchanges and cooperation, which we will need to further bolster, must address the main elements involved in stabilizing South Sudan, including the implementation of the Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan, the protection of civilians, upholding human rights and providing humanitarian assistance. In conclusion, my delegation takes due note of the decision of the South Sudanese Government to authorize the deployment of the Regional Protection Force and to organize a national inclusive dialogue.”
2016-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7840 (2016) · source
“The scope of challenges requires not only the Security Council's ongoing investment, as reflected by its many decisions in the past year, not to the ongoing work of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 2206 (2015), for South Sudan and the other countries of the region, but also its united approach, in full coordination with the organizations and countries of the subregion, which have an important role to play. Given the humanitarian emergency and the imperative to protect civilians, we must provide the Mission with the means for effective response.”
2016-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7840 (2016) · source
“Mr. Ciss (Senegal) (spoke in French): My delegation voted in favour of resolution 2327 (2016), working in close cooperation with the delegations of the African member States, as we are convinced of the need for the Security Council to be united in addressing the serious crisis in the Republic of South Sudan. That approach is supported by our determination to accompany South Sudan in its quest for stability and lasting peace, while supporting the United Nations Mission in South Sudan and troop-contributing countries, to which we again pay special tribute for their efforts and great sacrifices in a very difficult environment.”
2016-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7840 (2016) · source
“In addition to contributing to building pragmatic responses to the catastrophic humanitarian situation in the city of Aleppo, we believe that a global approach to the Syrian crisis is more necessary than ever, which involves in particular addressing political and security aspects as part of a broader discussion on terrorism, radicalization and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.”
2016-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7834 (2016) · source
“We renew our calls to the members of the International Syria Support Group, particularly the co-Chairs, to redouble their efforts so as to breathe new life into the negotiation ofa cessation of hostilities, which is crucial for humanitarian assistance to be provided and for the relaunching of the political process. On its part, the Security Council must continue to play its role as the guarantor of international peace and security in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations. We must also live up to our responsibilities in the light of the ongoing deterioration of the situation on the ground. In that regard, our efforts must be focused on ending violence, and in particular on ensuring a resumption of the cessation of hostilities across Syria by implementing resolution 2268 (2016).”
2016-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7834 (2016) · source
“We reiterate our condemnation of the ongoing destruction of public infrastructure, such as markets, schools and the water supply system, but also of medical facilities, which is a flagrant violation of international humanitarian law, international human rights law and resolution 2286 (2016). That leads us to call once again for a cessation of hostilities, namely, compliance with the humanitarian pause, which would allow medical and humanitarian personnel to assist those in need in Aleppo. We also recall the responsibility incumbent upon the warring parties, especially the Government, in terms of respecting international humanitarian law and human rights law. The humanitarian aspect ofthe crisis is symptomatic of the political crisis.”
2016-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7834 (2016) · source
“Mr. Ciss (Senegal) (spoke in French): I would like to join those who have taken the floor before me in thanking the Secretary-General for his informative briefing. I would also like to reiterate the deep concern of my delegation in the light of the proliferation and intensification of military activity in eastern Aleppo, which has cost the lives of many victims, including numerous children, and has forced many people to flee. My delegation calls for light to be shed on the atrocities that have allegedly been committed, particularly the death of 82 persons, as reported today.”
2016-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7834 (2016) · source
“But the role and place of justice in that settlement cannot be ignored, for a sense of injustice is the principal source of instability. While the primary responsibility for ensuring access to justice belongs to the State, when justice is not to be found there, the victims are free to seek it wherever it may be found.”
2016-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7833 (2016) · source
“My delegation would also like to recall that it is the Security Council's duty to ensure that the United Nations makes the proper financial contribution for the cases that the Council refers to the Court. There is no need to recall that the situation in Darfur continues to be a significant challenge for both the African Union and the rest of the international community, and that it requires greater efforts on the part of all of us. A definitive solution to the crisis requires participation by the Sudanese parties themselves, who are called on to create the conditions for lasting stability in an open, comprehensive dialogue involving every sector of society. It is incumbent upon us to work to create security and political conditions that can enable the Sudanese to take charge of their peace process themselves.”
2016-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7833 (2016) · source
“My country condemns all acts of Violence against civilian populations and urges all stakeholders to take the measures needed to ensure that those responsible for such acts are punished. Senegal remains deeply concerned about the restrictions that the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur is dealing with in carrying out its mandate. On another subject, we believe it will be difficult for the Office of the Prosecutor to fulfil its mandate without an adequate budget. That is why my country will continue to work to ensure that the Assembly of States Parties to the Rome Statute provides the Court with the means necessary for its efforts to succeed.”
2016-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7833 (2016) · source
“In our view, not only are the requirements of peace and of justice not incompatible, they actually go hand in hand. That is why we work to satisfy the demands of the victims in Darfur forjustice and reparations, while also aspiring to achieve peace through dialogue. And that is why my country, while upholding the principles of responsibility and justice, believes firmly that it is essential to go through dialogue and reconciliation if a comprehensive and lasting peace is to be achieved. Incidentally, that is the position of the African Union when it calls for the restoration of peace and justice in Darfur. The Prosecutor's report that we are considering today describes alarming levels of attacks, including sexual and gender-based crimes, on civilians in Darfur.”
2016-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7833 (2016) · source
“Mr. Ciss (Senegal) (spoke in French): The Senegalese delegation would like to thank the Spanish presidency for organizing today's briefing, and to welcome Prosecutor Fatou Bensouda. We are grateful for her report and her briefing on the progress of her Office's investigations and proceedings in Darfur, in compliance with resolution 1593 (2005). Senegal would like to reiterate to her its unwavering support. Senegal recognizes the role and importance of the International Criminal Court in a world where millions of victims of atrocious crimes long for justice. The fight against impunity and respect for the rule of law are fundamental principles in which we firmly believe and that are anchored in the Constitutive Act of the African Union. We consider respect for human rights and their universal nature to be particularly important.”
2016-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7833 (2016) · source
“We encourage that country to cooperate more with the relevant mechanisms for the promotion of human rights, especially the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and the commission of inquriy on human rights in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, established by the Human Rights Council in its resolution 22/13.”
2016-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7830 (2016) · source
“Indeed, the mechanisms that have been set up by the United Nations - especially the Human Rights Council, the Universal Periodic Review and the bodies created under international instruments - while not perfect, are pertinent and complementary tools for dealing with human rights issues, as can be seen in the relevant reports of the Secretary-General. Having said that, we take special note of the Human Rights Council's report on the human rights situation in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.”
2016-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7830 (2016) · source
“We are of the view that it is necessary to create conditions for strengthened international cooperation in the area of human rights, emphasizing their universal, indivisible and interdependent nature. Therefore, as an independent and sovereign State, we believe that it is important that we engage with solidarity in all issues, including those related to human rights, on the basis of mutual respect and through constructive dialogue. It is in that spirit that we have implemented appropriate mechanisms to promote and protect human rights throughout the world, which is an ongoing challenge that constitutes one of the pillars of our Organization.”
2016-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7830 (2016) · source
“Mr. Ciss (Senegal) (spoke in French): At the outset, let me too thank Deputy Secretary-General, Mr. Jan Eliasson, and the Assistant Secretary- General for Human Rights, Mr. Andrew Gilmour, for their briefings. The delegation of Senegal believes that it is incumbent upon each State to be responsible for the protection and promotion of the rights of its citizens, thereby contributing to strengthening international peace and security. Senegal is convinced that the exercise of human rights is essential to human dignity, and that is why my country has made the protection and promotion of fundamental rights and freedoms for individuals a cardinal principle - with respect, of course, for the diversity of our human societies.”
2016-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7830 (2016) · source
“Those are principles for which no derogation will be tolerated, taking into account the survival of our institutions and the future of our planet.”
2016-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7829 (2016) · source
“We remain convinced that the process of evaluation is perfectly compatible with respect for judicial independence. It is also a guarantee of the proper administration ofjustice, which itself remains a guarantee of the credibility of the international criminal justice system. Furthermore, the follow-up to the OIOS recommendations concerning the establishment of, on one hand, a code of conduct and a disciplinary mechanism applicable to judges and, on the other hand, a system of centralized information on downsizing, remain paramount to us. Finally, the temporary nature of the Tribunal's mandate, as well as that of the Residual Mechanism, implies the need to adopt management that embraces the diversity of systems and ensure a balanced geographical representation within it.”
2016-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7829 (2016) · source
“The issue ofthe reintegration ofthose who have been acquitted or who have served their sentences, the optimal use of financial and administrative resources, access to archives, the issue of the resettlement of 14 Rwandans and the audit practices within the Tribunal and the Mechanism to improve their functioning are, inter alia, challenges that cannot be overlooked. The same goes for the issue of attrition of staff, which also deserves special attention. In that respect, we welcome the commitment firmly demonstrated today to respect those time frames. Moreover, the cooperation by the ICTY in the Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) review of the Tribunal's working methods, in accordance with resolution 2256 (2015), is very encouraging.”
2016-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7829 (2016) · source
“Obviously, the Senegalese delegation is closely following that situation and commends the work being carried out by the Office of Legal Affairs of the Secretariat and the Informal Working Group on International Tribunals to find a solution. And we also appreciate Turkey's valuable cooperation. We call on all parties to maintain dialogue and consultations to ensure that the law - the guarantor of peace and security - prevails. In resolution 2256 (2015), the Security Council called on the ICTY not only to respect the timetable for the completion of its work, but also to reduce the duration oftrials.”
2016-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7829 (2016) · source
“The same international community must also acknowledge that the politicization of the pursuit of justice not only compromises the neutrality and quality of the decisions delivered but also, and above all, severely affects international peace and stability, the preservation of which is the raison d'etre of the Council. It is, moreover, more important than ever that national judicial systems finally take the baton to ensure the continuity of the efforts of the international community. It is particularly incumbent upon States to work at the national level to combat impunity and establish equal justice for all. This debate is taking place in a special context marked by the arrest of one of the Mechanism's judges, Mr. Aydin Sefa Akay, who was accused of belonging to a terrorist organization.”
2016-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7829 (2016) · source
“That broad support can be explained by the primary goal of implementing a preventive mechanism to prevent the repetition of atrocity crimes, which are a "shame on humankind". Nevertheless, it is regrettable that abominable violations of international humanitarian law continue to be committed throughout the world. The international community must be seized of such Violations regardless of their political interests to show the perpetrators of those despicable crimes that they are an affront to our collective conscience and that the perpetrators cannot escape justice.”
2016-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7829 (2016) · source
“Without any doubt, the establishment of the Criminal Tribunals was one of the most relevant initiatives of the United Nations and, at the same time, an important contribution to the preservation and development of international law, the execution of justice, international criminal jurisprudence and the fight against impunity. That ad hoc judicial system has also benefited from the support of the international community, in particular the Security Council, and the cooperation of every State to carry out its mission. It is against that backdrop hat we must contextualize the decision taken by Senegal to take in prisoners of the ICTR, the implementation of which is in its final phase.”
2016-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7829 (2016) · source
“The Senegalese delegation would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Judge Carmel Agius, President of the ICTY; Judge Theodor Meron, President of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals; and Mr. Serge Brammertz, Prosecutor of the ICTY and Prosecutor of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals. I also extend my thanks to Ambassador Elbio Rosselli, Permanent Representative of Uruguay, whom I warmly congratulate, as well as his team, for the outstanding work carried out as Chair of the Informal Working Group on International Tribunals.”
2016-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7829 (2016) · source
“Mr. Ciss (Senegal) (spoke inFrench): The Senegalese delegation welcomes this second biannual Security Council debate convened this year on the progress in the work of the International Tribunal for the Prosecution of Persons Responsible for Serious Violations of International Humanitarian Law Committed in the Territory of the Former Yugoslavia since 1991 (ICTY), the International Criminal Tribunal for the Prosecution of Persons Responsible for Genocide and Other Serious Violations of International Humanitarian Law Committed in the Territory of Rwanda and Rwandan Citizens Responsible for Genocide and Other Such Violations Committed in the Territory of Neighbouring States between 1 January 1994 and 31 December 1994 (ICTR) and the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals.”
2016-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7829 (2016) · source
“In that regard, and in conclusion, we would like to assure MONUSCO - which we warmly commend for its extraordinary efforts, considering the size and complexity of the problems it is dealing with and which, by the way, we were able to see for ourselves during our visit - that it has the continued support of the Senegalese delegation and of Senegal itself, which, as the Council knows, is a troop contributor to this important Mission.”
2016-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7826 (2016) · source
“In this context, the challenge for the United Nations generally, and the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) in particular, is to maintain its level of engagement in the East regarding the protection of civilians and the fight against the armed groups in support of the Congolese security forces' actions. To that end, we believe it vital that the Mission's forces be reconfigured with the aim of dealing with the potential risk presented by the country's overall political and security situation in a very delicate electoral context.”
2016-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7826 (2016) · source
“Secondly, the Council should urge the political actors, civil society and people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to engage in a peaceful, open and inclusive political process, which is still the only path that can lead to the calm, credible elections that we all desire. Clearly, we have to consider the financial challenge that the political process presents and that is crucial to its predictability. In this atmosphere of uncertainty, we must also act quickly or run the risk of seeing the economic and humanitarian situation deteriorate, exacerbate tensions and undermine the foundations of a peaceful political process. Lastly, the continued worrying situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo should absolutely not become a distraction from the essential task of focusing on the political process.”
2016-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7826 (2016) · source
“The only issue that matters is enabling the Democratic Republic of the Congo to attain it. In our view, for the Security Council to do that, as it did during our visit there, it must with one voice encourage the country's political actors, civil society and its people as a whole, first, to explore further the inexhaustible possibilities of dialogue with, on the one hand, a formal, unequivocal commitment to peace and respect for human and civil rights and to preserving the people's life and property and ensuring public order and stability; and, on the other hand, to demonstrating a genuine willingness to seek compromise and reinforcing a spirit of mutual trust.”
2016-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7826 (2016) · source
“That is why my delegation urges the Security Council to support the efforts of the Conference episcopale nationale du Congo aimed at bringing together the positions of the political actors on the electoral process, the mechanisms for managing the transition and measures for re-establishing trust. And while we welcome Angola's efforts as Chair of the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region, we also encourage the African Union and the regional mechanisms and frameworks to continue to work for a peaceful political process in the Democratic Republic of the Congo conducive to free, fair, credible, inclusive, transparent and peaceful presidential elections. That goal is still attainable for the Congolese people, their political actors and the international community.”
2016-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7826 (2016) · source
“This is justified given the vital national and regional importance of the country's stability given the country's strategic position in the Great Lakes region, a region that has been beset for years now by complex security and political crises. During our visit to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, we were able to see the complex realities on the ground, which remain characterized by various trends despite the clear progress represented by the political agreement of 18 October emanating from the political dialogue facilitated by the African Union. In our opitnio, this agreement remains a good basis for our work, but needs to be consolidated by the commitment of the whole of the range of common stakeholders and also international partners support.”
2016-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7826 (2016) · source
“Mr. Ciss (Senegal) (spoke in French): The Senegalese delegation, like others that spoke before it, would like to thank the briefers, Mr. Sidikou and Mr. Zerihoun, for their very constructive presentations. We also thank France for having taken the initiative to convene this meeting, which is evidence of its tireless commitment to this issue following its co-leadership, with Angola, of the visit to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Luanda. The presidential statement that we have just adopted (S/PRST/2016/18) is a further demonstration of the leadership of those two countries. We are pleased to see the Council devote particular attention to the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2016-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7826 (2016) · source
“It is by coming together around the goal of peace and stability in Syria that we will succeed in effectively combating terrorist organizations such as the Islamic State and Jabhat Fatah Al-Sham, formerly the Al-Nusra Front, which are unquestionably our common enemies.”
2016-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7825 (2016) · source
“We are also talking about finding the means to combat terrorism more effectively within the framework of a comprehensive strategy that respects international humanitarian law and the relevant resolutions of the Security Council. For all those reasons, my delegation reiterates its call on the International Syria Support Group, particularly its two co-Chairs, to make every effort to arrive at an effective, lasting truce that can give every chance to a credible political process under the auspices of the United Nations on the basis of the Geneva communique of 30 June 2012 and resolution 2254 (2015).”
2016-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7825 (2016) · source
“Mr. Ciss (Senegal) (spoke in French): In deciding to vote in favour of the draft resolution (S/2016/1026) on the humanitarian situation in Syria introduced by its three co-authors, Egypt, New Zealand and Spain, the delegation of Senegal wanted to echo the numerous appeals and warnings made to the Council, including in this Chamber itself, to act without delay in order to prevent the city of Aleppo, and its eastern districts in particular, from becoming an unprecedentedly terrible tragedy before the helpless gaze of the international community. Beyond the issue of Aleppo, what we are really talking about is breathing new life into the ceasefire throughout Syria by implementing resolution 2268 (2016) effectively, so as to ensure access for humanitarian assistance and the evacuation of those who are injured or vulnerable.”
2016-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7825 (2016) · source
“We renew our call on countries with influence, especially the co-Chairs of International Syria Support Group, to continue their efforts for the soonest possible resumption of intra-Syrian negotiations, with a view to finding a political solution to the crisis on the basis of the Geneva communique (S/2012/522, annex) and resolution 2254 (2015).”
2016-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7795 (2016) · source
“We believe the draft resolution provides a good basis to work towards giving new impetus to the cessation of hostilities, which would make it possible not only to provide humanitarian assistance, but also to resume the political process, which we believe to be a priority. We also believe it is a priority to fight terrorist groups, especially the Islamic State and the Al-Nusra Front, with full respect for humanitarian law and international humanitarian law. Lastly, we encourage the talks that took place at Lausanne, which are continuing in Geneva.”
2016-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7795 (2016) · source
“Those constraints also affect the situation of other Palestinian refugees. Clearly, the question we are all asking is what the Security Council should do in these particularly serious circumstances. Unfortunately, to date the Council remains divided, especially with regard to the unacceptable situation in Aleppo. We think the time has come for the Council at last to take up its responsibilities in the face of the ongoing deteriorating situation on the ground and the continuing tragedy. We therefore once again call on Council members to demonstrate flexibility in order to reach a lasting solution. Of course, we lent our support to the draft resolution aimed at consensus submitted by New Zealand.”
2016-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7795 (2016) · source
“We express our support for the efforts of the Secretary-General to identify those responsible for that tragedy. In the same vein, with regard to the tragic humanitarian situation, we condemn the consistent practice of removing medical supplies and equipment from humanitarian convoys destined for people in urgent need, especially pregnant women. When it comes to Palestinian refugees, they too are suffering because of the tragedy. My delegation condemns the deaths of four Palestinian refugees at the Khan Eshieh refugee camp, south of Damascus. Along the same lines, we express our concern regarding the continued security constraints that the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East faces in gaining access to the Yarmouk refugee camp.”
2016-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7795 (2016) · source
“As has also been pointed out, western Aleppo has unfortunately also been affected. I will not dwell on the figures, which unfortunately speak for themselves about the depth of the ongoing tragedy in Syria. That is why my country wishes to renew its call for a 48-hour humanitarian ceasefire, especially in eastern Aleppo, as called for by the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, in order to make it possible for the more than 215,000 people under siege to be assisted by humanitarian workers and to conduct the evacuation of the injured and those most vulnerable. My country emphatically condemns attacks on humanitarian convoys, especially the one against the United Nations-Syrian Red Crescent convoy at Orem Al-Kubra on 19 September, which led to the deaths of almost 20 people.”
2016-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7795 (2016) · source
“Mr. Ciss (Senegal) (spoke in French): I, too, would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Stephen O'Brien for the clarity of his briefing. Above all, I welcome his commitment and that of his team to the cause of the Syrian people, who are being sorely tried indeed. We believe that the time has come to renew our tribute to humanitarian personnel for the sacrifices that they are willing to make, as well as to the medical staff and others who are devoted to the cause of the Syrian people. Unfortunately, as we are all aware, the situation continues to deteriorate. Violence has become heightened in many areas, especially in eastern Aleppo, where there are hundreds of civilian victims, including, most unfortunately, many children. That does not take into account the wounded.”
2016-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7795 (2016) · source
“Senegal, which has a presence in the Mission through its police units, urges the Security Council to provide all necessary support to the Mission by supporting the recommendations emanating from the recent visit made to the country by the Department for Peacekeeping Operations from 30 June to 3 July.”
2016-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7789 (2016) · source
“We welcome the outstanding work accomplished by the good offices of Special Representative Honore and congratulate her efforts and those of her team to ensure a return to constitutional order, peace, stability and prosperity in Haiti. Ms. Honore may rest assured that she has the renewed support of the Senegalese Government. I should like also to pay tribute to MINUSTAH not only for the role it is playing during this difficult time but also for everything that it is doing in Haiti. The most striking example, perhaps, is its cooperation with the Haitian National Police in order to ensure the security of the elections.”
2016-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7789 (2016) · source
“Nevertheless, suffice it to say that much human life and property has been lost, while cases of cholera have increased, exacerbated by floods and damage to numerous health centres. That is why my country would once again urge the international community to mobilize the delivery of humanitarian assistance commensurate with the damage suffered by the Haitian people. In addition to the emergency situation caused by this catastrophe, we have seen yet another postponement of the electoral process in spite of the efforts of the Haitian authorities, who, as we know, were forced to postpone the elections. In spite of this new ordeal, my country calls on the Haitian Government to spare no effort to organize free, transparent and credible elections as soon as possible.”
2016-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7789 (2016) · source
“Mr. Ciss (Senegal) (spoke in French): I would like to begin by thanking the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for her detailed statement, as well as for her outstanding work at the head of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH). On behalf of the Senagalese people and its Government, I should also like to express our sincere condolences and solidarity with the brotherly people of Haiti, who suffered atragic blow in the wake of Hurricane Matthew early this month. Hurricane Matthee, quite frankly, has further complicated the lives of the people of Haiti, which were difficult enough before that. We are all aware of the statistics arising from this disaster, so I shall not dwell upon them.”
2016-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7789 (2016) · source
“I cannot conclude my statement without voicing our hope that, despite the delays, local elections will be held throughout the Palestinian territories and open the way to reconciliation among the political stakeholders, leading to the formation of a Government of national unity on the basis of the Cairo agreement. We reaffirm our conviction that influential countries of the region and the Security Council have a crucial role to play in the optimal management ofthe peace process. Similarly, we reiterate our support for the Paris conference as a contribution to the solution to the conflict based on existing platforms, such as the Arab Peace Initiative, leading to the establishment of two States of Israel and Palestine within the pre-l967 borders.”
2016-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7772 (2016) · source
“We therefore echo the Quartet's appeal to the Israeli Government to implement previous agreements and transfer competencies to the Palestinian Authority, especially in Area C, so as to promote long- awaited progress in housing, access to water and energy, communications, agriculture and natural resources. As the occupying Power, and in compliance with its commitment to the two-State solution, Israel will have to end all settlement and related activities and launch sincere negotiations according to a pre-established time table with explicit goals, leading to a lasting peace that meets both its own security needs and the legitimate aspirations of the Palestinian people to a sovereignty State on the basis of the pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.”
2016-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7772 (2016) · source
“The Quartet has drawn attention to that danger in its report (S/2016/595, annex), which reveals that only 5 per cent of Gaza's water is potable and that access to electricity is scarce. In that regard, the report of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development is unambiguous. It tells us that the rate of growth of the Palestinian economy could easily double if there were no occupation, leading to a virtuous cycle of reduced unemployment and poverty and offering the Palestinian people conditions conducive to a better social and economic life.”
2016-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7772 (2016) · source
“I therefore take this opportunity to welcome the activities of humanitarian players, including United Nations agencies, to mitigate the daily impact of the conflict on children by enhancing their psychosocial well-being, improving the supply of such basic services as water, rebuilding schools and catching up on the education of students who have fallen behind. Given these circumstances, my delegation reiterates its call for international protection for the Palestinian people, who have been under occupation for nearly 50 years, and reaffirms its support for the initiative to make 2017 the year that marks the end of the occupation. Extreme poverty, a high level of unemployment and the total lack of development prospects are scourges that could promote the emergence of a new conflict.”
2016-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7772 (2016) · source
“I express my delegation's deep concerns over the critical situation of three young Palestinians: the brothers Muhammad and Mahmoud Balboul - a dentist and army officer, respectively - and the journalism student Malik Al-Qadi, who has been on hunger strike for almost two months. The catastrophic humanitarian situation in Gaza - a small enclave of some 36,000 square kilometres that has been besieged for over nine years, and where 1.3 million of its 2 million inhabitants require assistance - should weigh on our collective conscience. Following the conflict two years ago, three-quarters of Gaza's homes are in need of repair as a result of the failure to honour commitments amounting to $3.5 billion undertaken in the framework of the Cairo donors conference of 2014.”
2016-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7772 (2016) · source