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first: 2020-02-14
most recent: 2023-05-25
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“We have witnessed a spiral of distrust and a negative action-reaction cycle that have greatly increased the risk of escalation and made every country in the region less safe. It is no exaggeration to say that this may be the period of greatest risk since 2017. Then as now, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea was rapidly advancing its missile programmes and testing its first ICBMs. Then as now, shows of military force and escalating rhetoric increased the risk of unforeseen consequences and made all of us less safe. How did we interrupt that negative cycle then? We stepped back from the brink by acting on two fronts. First, we showed Council unity. As has been pointed out here before, we were able to adopt resolutions reinforcing the Council’s authority and condemning actions that violated international law.”
2023-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9264 (2023) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank Assistant Secretary-General Khiari for his briefing and for his tireless work on this file. Brazil condemns the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) on Saturday morning in the strongest terms. Not only was the test in violation of the relevant Security Council resolutions, it posed unacceptable risks to maritime and air safety due to the lack of appropriate warnings. Moreover, any miscalculation or malfunction could have had lethal consequences for people in Japan, including the significant Brazilian community in that country. We are gravely concerned about the situation on the peninsula. The security situation has been deteriorating in the last few years, but the past year has been of especial concern.”
2023-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9264 (2023) · source
“Nevertheless, that right must never overshadow the greater duty to restore international peace and security. There is also a great risk that weapons transferred to any of the parties to the conflict might fall into the hands of unauthorized recipients, including militias and criminal or terrorist groups. Those threats are real and deserve the Council’s attention. We urge the parties to immediately suspend hostilities without preconditions and engage in dialogue. At the same time, we encourage other Member States to act in order to facilitate diplomatic negotiations. Faced with persistent rumours about the launch of a new military offensive, we have to remember once again that our Organization was created with the mission of ridding future generations of the scourge of war. We must not evade that responsibility.”
2023-02-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9256 (2023) · source
“I thank Under-Secretary- General Nakamitsu and Mr. Waters for their briefings. Brazil shares the assessment that the obligation of the parties to guarantee the security of the Ukrainian civilian population must supersede any other consideration. On Monday, at the most recent Security Council meeting dedicated to the humanitarian situation in Ukraine, we expressed our regret that the public debate on the conflict is increasingly focused on transfers of weapons and ammunition and not on what seems most important to us: an immediate ceasefire and the opening of peace negotiations (see S/PV.9254). The emphasis on arms transfers is symptomatic of what we see as a serious escalation in the conflict. On numerous occasions, we have noted the right of States to self- defence, a fundamental principle of international law.”
2023-02-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9256 (2023) · source
“We renew the call for a ceasefire without preconditions and reiterate our support and willingness to participate in mediation efforts.”
2023-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9254 (2023) · source
“As President Lula said, “Brazil is a country of peace. At this stage, we must find those who want peace, a word that so far has not often been used”. The unwillingness of the 1990s and 2000s to create a sustainable European security architecture was a ticking time bomb, and we are now seeing the consequences. Only a political solution agreed by all can bring lasting peace to the region and offer both sides an opportunity to coexist in harmony. It is regrettable that transfers of arms and ammunition are dominating the public debate on the conflict in Ukraine. In the light of the report we just heard about the deteriorating humanitarian situation, the Council and the regional actors should be prioritizing an immediate cessation of hostilities and the start of peace negotiations.”
2023-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9254 (2023) · source
“We are particularly alarmed by the recent signs of an escalation and are following with concern news about the launch of a new military offensive at a time when shipments of weapons and ammunition to the region are also increasing. Reports have revealed the use of anti-personnel mines in combat, in violation of the 1997 Convention on the Prohibition of the Use, Stockpiling, Production and Transfer of Anti-Personnel Mines and on Their Destruction. Brazil condemns the use of such destructive weapons. History has shown that it has lasting consequences that Ukrainians will have to deal with long after the war is over. The parties are still operating based on the logic of a military solution to the conflict, and Brazil is concerned about the possibility that the conflict will become more deadly if more weapons are sent to the battlefield.”
2023-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9254 (2023) · source
“Those efforts have been critical to the survival of a significant portion of Ukraine’s population, which is threatened by bombings and missile attacks in residential areas, as well as the destruction of energy infrastructure and hospital facilities amid the rigours of winter. Brazil reiterates its condemnation of attacks on civilian targets, in violation of international law and international humanitarian law. We urge all parties to allow and facilitate rapid, safe and unhindered access to humanitarian assistance for those in need, and to protect civilians, including humanitarian personnel and people in vulnerable situations, especially children. There must be no politicization of humanitarian assistance or selective application of international humanitarian law.”
2023-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9254 (2023) · source
“I join the previous speaker in conveying our deep condolences to the Governments and the peoples of Syria and Türkiye in the light of the death and destruction brought about by an earthquake in their countries earlier today. I thank Under-Secretary-General Martin Griffiths for his briefing, and I commend the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs for the professionalism with which it has conducted operations in Ukraine under extremely difficult conditions and, at times, with enormous risk to the personal safety of humanitarian workers. We welcomed the arrival in January of the first humanitarian convoy to the Soledar region, one of the hardest hit by the fighting.”
2023-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9254 (2023) · source
“In this regard, we welcome all efforts in place aimed at trying to bring answers to the suffering of tens of thousands of families left without any knowledge of their loved ones. Finally, Brazil reaffirms its commitment to a Syrian-led and Syrian-owned process as a means of ensuring a political resolution of this long-lasting conflict. The implementation of resolution 2254 (2015) remains central to the main objective of the Security Council, namely, to contribute to bringing the conflict to an end by peaceful means.”
2023-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9248 (2023) · source
“We agree with his assessment that we need more than formal meetings of the Committee: we need renewed political will to move the process forward. The continuous hostilities on the ground in Syria, particularly given the constant tensions in the north, remain deeply worrisome. Brazil echoes the Secretary-General’s repeated calls on all parties to exercise maximum restraint, maintain the ceasefires agreed upon and respect Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. All attacks against civilians and civilian infrastructure must also immediately cease in accordance with international humanitarian law, and that applies to counter-terrorism activities as well. Brazil remains very concerned about the plight of those detained and missing in Syria.”
2023-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9248 (2023) · source
“We welcome the continuous updates on the impact of their implementation and the ongoing work aimed at their expansion. Finally, as co-penholders on the Syrian humanitarian file, we commend OCHA and all other United Nations agencies for their tireless work and reiterate the commitment to always upholding the needs and rights of the people living in Syria, who should not be left unassisted at this time of difficulty and suffering. I will now address the political situation on behalf of Brazil. Brazil thanks Special Envoy Pedersen once more for his ongoing engagement with a wide array of stakeholders in a unstinting effort to foster confidence among the parties. We reiterate our support for Mr. Pedersen’s important initiative on step-for-step building measures and efforts to reconvene the Constitutional Committee.”
2023-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9248 (2023) · source
“We believe that, at the moment, the cross-border mechanism remains indispensable, as it allows the delivery of life-saving humanitarian assistance to millions of persons in north-west Syria. The cross- border authorization allows more direct access to this affected population through operations closely monitored by the United Nations. In relation to cross- line operations, we appreciate the efforts in place aimed at expanding the number of deliveries and welcome, in this regard, the news of an updated operational plan. Early-recovery projects have also proven central in our collective endeavour to alleviate the suffering of the people in Syria, as these projects go beyond life-saving humanitarian aid and help strengthen the resilience of communities and support the sustainability of humanitarian activities.”
2023-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9248 (2023) · source
“The fact that operational costs of humanitarian efforts are increasing due to the fuel crises and other operational challenges makes this situation even more serious. When it comes to delivering life-saving aid to people in need across Syria, all channels of access should be consistently available. As co-penholders, Switzerland and Brazil support the use of all modalities to ensure rapid, unimpeded and sustainable humanitarian access to all people in need in Syria. In that regard, we look forward to working with all Council members in the coming months to address the humanitarian needs on the ground and the operational demands of the United Nations agencies and their partners.”
2023-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9248 (2023) · source
“Thirdly, 2.4 million children in Syria do not have access to education. In the north of the country, 60 per cent of the 1,400 camps do not have primary schools at all. Not only are children suffering from psychological distress, but negative coping mechanisms, such as child labour, child recruitment and early marriage, are on the rise. Fourthly, gender-based violence, which still often remains overlooked, is a serious concern. According to the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), 8.5 million people need assistance for gender- based violence, which is an increase of 1.2 million compared to 2022. Another issue of concern is the chronic underfunding of the United Nations response plan. As all clusters remain underfunded, we risk putting lives at risk in the middle of winter and during a cholera outbreak.”
2023-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9248 (2023) · source
“We must always keep in mind that behind the numbers and statistics of civilian fatalities there are human beings who should have been spared the consequences of the hostilities. We welcome, in this regard, the unanimous adoption by the Security Council on 9 January of resolution 2672 (2023), which reiterates the importance of continuous humanitarian assistance to Syria through all modalities, as we face serious challenges. Let me name just a few of these challenges. First, the cholera outbreak, which affects all 14 governorates, continues to spread. On a positive note, however, we welcome the ongoing vaccination campaign. Secondly, food insecurity reached alarming levels in 2022 and continues to be on the rise. Today 15 million people, or 68 per cent of the total population, need food and agricultural assistance.”
2023-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9248 (2023) · source
“I deliver this statement on behalf of Switzerland and Brazil, the co-penholders of the Syrian humanitarian file. First of all, we thank Special Envoy Geir Pedersen and Acting Director Ghada Mudawi for their comprehensive updates. The humanitarian situation on the ground in Syria remains very concerning. With 15.3 million people in need of assistance, humanitarian needs are at their highest level since the beginning of the conflict. In the middle of the winter, against the backdrop of fuel and energy shortages, the situation is becoming even more dramatic. Meanwhile, the protection needs of the civilian population remain high across the country, as violations of international humanitarian law continue, particularly along conflict lines.”
2023-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9248 (2023) · source
“Brazil has a long- standing contribution to peace and stability in Haiti and continues to be fully committed to supporting the country, particularly in these challenging times.”
2023-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9247 (2023) · source
“Besides security measures, socioeconomic progress in Haiti is essential for addressing the current crisis in an effective and sustainable way. Haiti remains a top priority for Brazilian international cooperation projects, and we urge the donor community to step up its efforts towards effectively fostering economic and social development so that the country will not relapse into violence once the current crisis is curbed. In conclusion, Brazil would like to once again exhort all Haitian political actors to deepen the current dialogue, which will hopefully pave the way for safe and fair elections. Brazil believes in Haitian-led solutions, which will materialize only if Haitian stakeholders accept to talk to each other and compromise. For our part, I would like to underline that Haiti has been a priority for Brazil and will remain so.”
2023-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9247 (2023) · source
“As some members have already imposed unilateral sanctions against some Haitian individuals, we consider that it is high time for the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2653 (2022) concerning Haiti to start its own deliberations so that sanctions can be considered and imposed with the full force of the international community. With regard to the options, conveyed by the Secretary-General in his letter of 8 October (S/2022/747), to increase the security in Haiti and the appeal by the Government of Haiti to receive specialized armed support to help control the humanitarian crisis in the country, we look forward to engaging with Council members on ways to move that concept forward. We all know that Haiti needs change that goes well beyond the control of criminal activities.”
2023-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9247 (2023) · source
“We took positive note of the political initiative launched on 21 December to build a National Consensus for an Inclusive Transition and Transparent Elections. We are encouraged by that initiative and hope it will represent the beginning of a comprehensive process to achieve national unity. There is an urgent need to enlarge that Consensus so that institutional normalcy can be re-established in Haiti and elections organized. Political and economic groups willing to foment the humanitarian crisis for their narrow goals should not prevail in Haiti. In that context, we hope that the sanctions regime adopted in October will effectively establish targeted sanctions against those engaging in or supporting violence, irrespective of how powerful those individuals may be.”
2023-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9247 (2023) · source
“Gangs continue to control and paralyse a large part of Port-au-Prince, significantly worsening the dire multidimensional crisis in which the country remains plunged. In addition, the current outbreak of cholera continues to pose significant risks for Haiti’s population. As we have pointed out before, the current political stalemate and the humanitarian and security crises in Haiti reinforce each other. As the 10 remaining senators in Haiti’s Parliament officially left office this month, the country is currently without a single democratically elected Government official. Brazil is concerned that such a legitimacy vacuum, if not addressed, will trigger an even deeper crisis. A breakthrough in the political dialogue between the Government and the opposition is therefore fundamental to break the current perverse cycle.”
2023-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9247 (2023) · source
“Let me begin by joining previous speakers in reiterating to Ambassador Biang our deepest condolences for the untimely passing of Foreign Minister Moussa Adamo, and I ask Mr. Biang to convey our country’s sentiments to the Government and the people of Gabon. I would like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Helen La Lime for her comprehensive briefing, which as always was of great concern, although on this occasion it contained a glimpse of optimism. I also welcome the presence of Mr. Roberto Álvarez Gil, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic, and the Permanent Representative of Haiti. Since our last meeting on this subject, held in December 2022, there has been little progress on the security situation in Haiti, which remains as challenging and worrisome as before.”
2023-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9247 (2023) · source
“Brazil agrees with his overall assessment that the mere management of the conflict in perpetuity is not an option. The Council needs to reflect on the role that it should be playing in order to make an effective contribution to breaking those vicious cycles of violence and reinvigorating the stalled peace process.”
2023-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9246 (2023) · source
“Brazil condemns all actions taken in an attempt to create faits accomplis on the ground and change the demography of the Palestinian territories, such as the Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, including East Jerusalem, and demolitions, which cause the forced displacement of the Palestinian population. Such actions constitute violations of United Nations resolutions and international law, and they undermine the prospect of achieving a two-State solution by systematically eroding the possibility of establishing a contiguous, independent, viable and sovereign Palestinian State. Before concluding, I would like to express Brazil`s gratitude for the work of the Special Coordinator, Mr. Wennesland, for his detailed briefings to the Security Council and for his tireless efforts to reduce tensions on the ground.”
2023-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9246 (2023) · source
“Brazil reiterates its support for UNRWA, and we echo the calls for renewed efforts to restore the Agency`s capabilities, as chronic underfunding continues to risk leaving people unassisted. Brazil reaffirms its long-standing commitment to the two-State solution, with Palestine and Israel living side by side in peace and security within mutually agreed and internationally recognized borders. But, with each passing day, and in the absence of meaningful action, including by the Security Council, the viability of the two-State solution seems to be disappearing over the horizon.”
2023-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9246 (2023) · source
“We must not forget the role played by poverty, food insecurity and hopelessness, which create the perfect breeding ground for extremist forces to flourish. The situation in Gaza remains a source of great concern. The risk of escalation persists, and the humanitarian conditions on the ground are not improving, as the blockade continues to violate human rights and hinder development efforts. More needs to be done to address that situation and to allow the economy to grow. Palestinian refugees must also not be forgotten amid the many ongoing humanitarian crises. The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) has always played a vital role in providing relief and assistance to millions of people in many countries and in contributing to stability in the Middle East.”
2023-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9246 (2023) · source
“The fact that such measures were taken in apparent retaliation for General Assembly resolution 77/247 makes them all the more deplorable. As we continue to closely monitor the situation on the ground, we urge both parties to exercise maximum restraint and avoid provocations and unilateral actions, including heated rhetoric, which could further aggravate tensions. Improving the living conditions of the Palestinian people is an important step towards peace. The Special Coordinator recently briefed the Council on some interesting measures that could contribute to strengthening the Palestinian economy and to addressing the challenge of governance. Economic growth can contribute to intra-Palestinian reconciliation, which is a crucial step towards stabilization and the resumption of genuine dialogue.”
2023-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9246 (2023) · source
“This year has barely begun, and the Council already held an emergency meeting, on 5 January (see S/PV.9236) in response to alarming events in Jerusalem, following the incursion of the Israeli Minister of National Security into Al-Haram Al-Sharif. The sensitivity regarding Jerusalem is well known, as is the importance of preserving the historic status quo of its holy sites. Brazil supports the special role of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan as Custodian of the Holy Sites of Jerusalem, which should be upheld. A few days after the events in Jerusalem came the news of punitive measures imposed by the Government of Israel against the Palestinian people, leadership and civil society. Brazil calls on the Israeli authorities to immediately review and reverse those decisions.”
2023-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9246 (2023) · source
“Brazil remains deeply concerned about the situation in Israel and Palestine after another year marked by cycles of violence that resulted in a high number of civilian fatalities, as registered by the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs. Among the victims are several children, Israelis and Palestinians, who should have been spared the consequences of the hostilities. As reported by the United Nations, 2022 was the deadliest year for Palestinians in the West Bank in the past 16 years. We should prevent the continuation of that regrettable trend in 2023. The fragility of the situation highlights the urgency of a renewed commitment by the Security Council to resolving this long-lasting conflict. The prospects are not encouraging.”
2023-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9246 (2023) · source
“We encourage the parties to increase efforts to ensure the security of future missions of this nature and the Secretary- General to reconsider the decision. Brazil reiterates its commitment to the preservation of Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and to a political solution to the conflict that takes into account legitimate security concerns. We also reiterate the call for the well-being of the civilian population on both sides of the front line to be everyone’s priority. We welcome Türkiye’s renewed mediation efforts and encourage other members of the United Nations to engage in initiatives that will allow for the prompt cessation of hostilities, in order to abbreviate the suffering of the Ukrainian people.”
2023-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9243 (2023) · source
“It is heartbreaking to see that, even in such moments, it is impossible to reach an agreement, and yet another opportunity to build peace has been lost. We urge the parties to break this senseless dynamic. At the same time, we expect all countries directly or indirectly involved to start showing genuine interest in a dialogue for achieving peace. The exclusive pursuit of military solutions will inevitably stoke long-lasting resentments and a post-conflict situation of fragility and instability. We regret the disbanding of the Fact-Finding Mission set up by the United Nations to investigate the incident of 29 July 2022 in Olenivka, even before it was able to begin its work. Impartial scrutiny is essential to contain the proliferation of false narratives and prevent such atrocities from happening again.”
2023-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9243 (2023) · source
“I welcome the First Deputy Foreign Minister of Ukraine, Ms. Dzhaparova, the Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr. Gerwel, as well as the representatives of Lithuania and European Union, to today’s meeting. I thank Under-Secretary- General Rosemary DiCarlo for her detailed and comprehensive briefing, which unfortunately confirms prevailing sombre expectations. We are sorry to hear once again that there are no prospects for opening peace negotiations, while the humanitarian situation continues to deteriorate and the number of civilian casualties increases every day. Brazil understands that initiatives such as the temporary ceasefire during Orthodox Christmas could pave the way for the resumption of dialogue.”
2023-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9243 (2023) · source
“A genuine and lasting peace can be achieved only through respect for the international norms and principles that guide contemporary international relations.”
2023-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9241 (2023) · source
“Brazil calls upon all Member States to fully cooperate with the International Court of Justice in line with Article 94 of the Charter of the United Nations. In the same vein, as a founding member of the International Criminal Court, Brazil supports the work of the Court to promote accountability at the international level, under the principle of complementarity. We take this opportunity to invite those members that are not yet parties to the Rome Statute to ratify or accede to it and, by doing so, contribute to the realization of international justice. Brazil will continue to advocate for the peaceful settlement of disputes and equality among States, principles inscribed in our national Constitution.”
2023-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9241 (2023) · source
“Despite the overwhelming support of the membership for the reform of the Security Council, little progress has been made in the past 57 years. The lack of representativeness of the Council is becoming more and more acute, thereby affecting its ability to uphold the rule of law among nations and, consequently, to discharge its primary responsibility — the maintenance of international peace and security. A reform that encompasses the enlargement of both categories of seats and the review of its working methods is urgent. We highlight that there will be no full respect for the rule of law among nations if developing countries are not permanently represented in the decision-making process in the field of peace and security. International justice also plays a crucial role in keeping the rule of law among nations.”
2023-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9241 (2023) · source
“It acknowledges that the rule of law at the international level requires not only peaceful coexistence among subjects of international law, but also their coordination and cooperation towards a just and fair order based on international law. Let us not forget that Sustainable Development Goal 16 is closely related to the idea of the rule of law, not only domestically but also internationally, as recalled by the Secretary-General earlier this morning. One of its targets is to broaden and strengthen the participation of developing countries in the institutions of global governance. Strengthening the rule of law in the United Nations largely depends on reforming the Organization in order to make it fit for purpose.”
2023-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9241 (2023) · source
“In that connection, I would like to point to paragraph 14 of resolution ES- 11/1 — the first to be adopted by the General Assembly after the establishment of the “uniting for peace” mechanism for the situation in Ukraine — which urges for an immediate peaceful resolution of the conflict between the Russian Federation and Ukraine through political dialogue, negotiations, mediation and other peaceful means. The declaration adopted at the 2012 high-level meeting of the General Assembly on the rule of law at the national and international levels recognized the rule of law as “the foundation of friendly and equitable relations between States and the basis on which just and fair societies are built” (General Assembly resolution 67/1).”
2023-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9241 (2023) · source
“All acts of aggression against sovereign States and any individual or collective use of force without the Council´s approval, as well as the use of unilateral coercive measures, are all expressions of disregard for the norms and principles of the Charter. International law alone cannot prevent conflict — that requires the commitment of all countries. Tragically, we are witnessing the return of inter-State conflicts. The conflict in Ukraine, for example, confronts us with the harsh reality that if the international community does not decisively engage in good faith with a view to achieving a cessation of hostilities and peace negotiations, more instability will follow. Concerns about food security have grown, especially among developing countries. Only collective action has been able to avoid crises.”
2023-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9241 (2023) · source
“Brazil is proud of the Latin-American legacy in international law and in particular of the role played by the Brazilian internationalist Ruy Barbosa, who firmly promoted the principle of equality among States. The prohibition of the use of force is considered to be a jus cogens norm and therefore leaves no room for derogation, either by treaty or by unilateral acts. No rights can ever arise from its violation. The only exception to that prohibition — the right to individual or collective self-defence enshrined in Article 51 of the Charter — must be interpreted in a restrictive manner, as has already been decided by the International Court of Justice.”
2023-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9241 (2023) · source
“Article 2, paragraph 4, of the Charter is commonly regarded as one of its most important provisions, as it states the primacy of international law over force. It is worth recalling the history behind the fundamental principle of the prohibition of the threat or use of force, especially in the face of the unilateralism and unlawful military interventions that have marked recent decades. That principle, alongside the juridical equality of States, emerged after the two Hague Peace Conferences of 1899 and 1907. Latin American States made a decisive contribution to the outcome of those conferences and to the wide recognition of those principles.”
2023-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9241 (2023) · source
“I would like to thank the Japanese presidency for organizing a debate on such a pressing topic on the international agenda. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General, Mr. António Guterres, Judge Joan E. Donoghue, President of the International Court of Justice, and Mr. Dapo Akande for their insightful remarks. The rule of law among nations is the basis for the successful pursuit of the goal of maintaining international peace and security. It is not an accident that the rule of law underpins the Charter of the United Nations and is the object of landmark United Nations documents such as the 1970 Declaration on Principles of International Law concerning Friendly Relations and Cooperation among States, as both Judge Donoghue and you yourself referred to, Mr. President.”
2023-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9241 (2023) · source
“As we have stressed on various occasions, the Security Council’s work in Colombia responds to the aspirations and needs expressed by the Colombian Government. Brazil reiterates its willingness to collaborate with the Government so that peace, gained only through the great efforts of its people, takes root and spreads widely throughout the country’s territory. Colombia has already demonstrated its capacity and political will to overcome the challenges to the full implementation of the peace agreement and to consolidate peace in its territory. Brazil reiterates its confidence in the success of that process.”
2023-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9240 (2023) · source
“The integrated deployment of State capacity to all corners of Colombian territory, especially historically neglected areas, is essential for the consolidation of peace in Colombia, and agrarian reform will contribute decisively to this end. Brazil congratulates the Colombian Government for its tireless efforts to seek a “total peace” in the country. We view with great satisfaction the bilateral ceasefire with different armed groups announced on 31 December 2022. We hope that this positive development will effectively reduce the violence affecting the Colombian population, especially Afro- Colombians, indigenous peoples, women and the most vulnerable populations. In addition, Brazil hopes that the ceasefire with the Ejército de Liberación Nacional can be announced soon and that the dialogue with that group will make rapid progress.”
2023-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9240 (2023) · source
“The full reintegration of ex-combatants into civilian life depends on access to land, housing and productive projects. As recognized by the Secretary-General in his most recent report to this Council (S/2022/1004), we welcome the Government’s determination and recent actions to strengthen the implementation of the sections of the Agreement with the greatest potential to transform in a positive manner the reality of the regions that have suffered most from the conflict. Indeed, in four months in office, President Petro Urrego’s Administration has already initiated important actions as part of its strategy to make progress in integrally fulfilling the peace agreement. The Government’s decision to increase resources for the agrarian sector in the 2023 budget by more than 62 per cent demonstrates its seriousness with regard to rural reform.”
2023-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9240 (2023) · source
“We are pleased that the Council unanimously approved the extension of the mandate of the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia today (resolution 2673 (2023)) to cover the Ethnic and Rural Reform Chapters of the Final Agreement, as requested by the Colombian Government. Brazil believes that the peace process will benefit from progress in these two central axes of the Agreement and congratulates the Government of Colombia for its decision to prioritize their implementation and involve the United Nations in monitoring the progress. We are pleased to recognize President Petro Urrego’s Government’s commitment to intensifying efforts to ensure the security of former combatants and to strengthening policies with respect to women, indigenous people and populations of African descent.”
2023-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9240 (2023) · source
“Mr. Costa Filho (Brazil) (spoke in Spanish): It is an honour for me and for my country to take the floor to comment on the implementation of the peace agreement in Colombia. I thank the briefers for their briefings and welcome Vice-President Francia Elena Márquez Mina and Foreign Minister Álvaro Leyva Durán to the Security Council today. First of all, on behalf of my country, I would like to express, as President Lula da Silva has already done, our solidarity with the Vice-President following the unacceptable attempted assassination attempt she has suffered. Brazil emphatically condemns what happened and expresses its unwavering confidence that political extremism and attempts to block progress on inclusive policies will not prosper on our continent.”
2023-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9240 (2023) · source
“By confirming its extension today, the Council can send a strong signal of support for the Syrian people and for all humanitarian actors, in particular the United Nations and its agencies and partners, who work tirelessly to assist them. Brazil and Switzerland look forward to working together as we set out in this new year to contribute, to the best of our abilities, to the advancement of the Syrian humanitarian file, in a spirit of transparency and inclusiveness. We hope to be able to continue to count on members’ steadfast support going forward. We commend the draft resolution to the Council, and we ask all members to support it.”
2023-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9237 (2023) · source
“As we know, the text we are about to consider is instrumental in maintaining the flow of life-saving aid to the Syrian people. It ensures the continuation of crucial work to address urgent needs, under the auspices of the United Nations and in full accordance with all relevant provisions. The draft resolution before us confirms the extension of the border crossing at Bab Al-Hawa for an additional six months, until 10 July 2023, in accordance with paragraph 2 of resolution 2642 (2022), and requests the Secretary-General to provide a special report on the humanitarian needs in Syria no later than 10 June 2023. The current mandate expires tomorrow.”
2023-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9237 (2023) · source
“I deliver this statement on behalf of Switzerland and Brazil. We thank Japan for convening this meeting and for providing us with an opportunity to say a few words before the voting as the new co-penholders on the Syrian humanitarian file in the Security Council. We would like to express our deepest appreciation to our predecessors — Ireland and Norway — for their exemplary efforts at the head of this important task over the past two years. In that regard, we must also convey our sincere gratitude to all members of the Council, past and present, for their constructive engagement and full cooperation towards the fulfilment of our shared responsibilities. That that end, and building upon such fundamental groundwork, we proceeded last week to put draft resolution S/2023/18 into blue.”
2023-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9237 (2023) · source