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Dang Dinh Quy

lines on the record: 646
first: 2018-08-29
most recent: 2021-06-22
sittings or episodes: 120
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“In that connection, Viet Nam wishes to stress the following points. First, we call on the parties in Libya to fully uphold the permanent ceasefire agreement, respect international humanitarian law and allow unhindered humanitarian access to assist those in need. The international community, including the Security Council, should support the parties in the implementation of the ceasefire agreement, as appropriate. Secondly, we urge the parties in Libya to continue to engage constructively in peace talks under the three tracks — political, security and economic — in line with resolution 2510 (2020), on the Berlin Conference on Libya. The substantive outcome of the three-track dialogues will be the key to achieving sustainable peace and stability in Libya.”
2020-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1108 (2020) · source
“I thank Ms. Fatou Bensouda for her briefing. I welcome His Excellency Ambassador Taher Elsonni, Permanent Representative of Libya, to this meeting. We continue to follow closely the situation in Libya, which has seen significant progress in the past few weeks. Viet Nam warmly welcomes the permanent ceasefire agreement signed by the 5+5 Joint Military Commission on 23 October. Furthermore, we are pleased to see that the Libyan Political Dialogue Forum launched yesterday in Tunisia. We commend the tireless efforts of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya, countries and organizations of the region and other international partners in promoting the peace talks. The recent positive developments have clearly demonstrated one thing — the Libyan-led and -owned political process is the only solution for long-term peace in Libya.”
2020-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1108 (2020) · source
“We are of the view that assistance should be provided to police-contributing countries, especially developing ones, to enhance capacity-building, including predeployment training, to ensure effective performance in missions. On our part, Viet Nam is actively preparing and training our peacekeeping personnel, including police officers, in accordance with United Nations requirements. We hope to be able to soon contribute qualified Vietnamese police officers to join the United Nations police force from 2021 onwards. In this regard, we thank the Police Division for its valuable assistance and look forward to cooperating closely with all partners.”
2020-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1092 (2020) · source
“The 2020 United Nations Female Police Officer of the Year Award has been awarded to Chief Inspector Doreen Malambo, Gender Adviser at UNMISS, in honour of her work supporting vulnerable groups. There should be more recognition for women peacekeepers’ contributions, including at the country and mission levels, and much more remains to be done to employ the full potentials of policewomen. At the same time, we again stress the need for more gender-responsive and supportive policies for women peacekeepers, including with regard to safety, security and an enabling environment for their work. United Nations police work is closely linked to the State and social system being developed in post-conflict situation. It can draw strengths from the background and preparation of the police-contributing countries.”
2020-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1092 (2020) · source
“In this regard, we would like to reaffirm our support for the emphasis on gender-responsive policing and the goal of gender parity in peacekeeping. We note with much encouragement that United Nations police is leading in achieving targets set by the Uniformed Gender Parity Strategy. We look forward to seeing more and more women in formed police units. Women’s participation offers a unique approach encompassing better community outreach, greater diversity, more effective trust and confidence-building, and gender-sensitive protection, which can result in more long-term positive impacts. Women peacekeepers are also empowering protectors and role models for women and girls in the host States and communities.”
2020-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1092 (2020) · source
“Together with other peacekeeping activities, the United Nations police therefore contributes to the maintenance and promotion of sustainable peace, security and development of host States. As countries go through stages of peacebuilding, United Nations police work plays an increasingly important role in support of national efforts to achieve security and order for national development. To remain relevant and effective, United Nations peacekeeping, including policing, needs to uphold the basic principles of consent of the parties, impartiality and the non-use of force except in self-defence and defence of the mandate. This year is also the twentieth anniversary of the women and peace and security agenda.”
2020-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1092 (2020) · source
“On the sixtieth anniversary of the United Nations police, we would like to pay tribute to the sacrifice and dedication of the women and men in the force, especially those police officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice. In this unprecedented time, we especially commend the efforts of United Nations peacekeepers, including police, in supporting countries in their efforts to achieve peace and combat both crimes and the coronavirus disease. Since its inception, the United Nations police has been an important component of peacekeeping operations and played a more and more significant role throughout the years. Its mandate has evolved to include, among others, protecting civilians, supporting training and providing advice to host States.”
2020-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1092 (2020) · source
“Viet Nam welcomes this timely briefing during the fifteenth United Nations Police Week and thanks Assistant Secretary-General Alexander Zouev and the four Police Commissioners from the United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan (UNMISS), the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic, the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali and the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti for their insightful briefings. Let me start by reaffirming our firm support for United Nations peacekeeping operations and relevant initiatives aimed at enhancing their effectiveness, including the Action for Peacekeeping initiative.”
2020-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1092 (2020) · source
“It is therefore important that all the parties, including members of the Security Council, strive further for mutual understanding and joint efforts in pursuing the women and peace and security agenda in a consistent, constructive and forward-looking manner. In this regard, Viet Nam reiterates its commitment to joining the efforts of the global partnership to continue to ensure that the voices of women are heard, their concerns and needs are addressed, and their roles and contributions to peace and security are enhanced and recognized.”
2020-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1076 (2020) · source
“With that in mind, Viet Nam supports the efforts of the international community, Member States and international partners to promote the agenda. Viet Nam therefore today voted in favour of the draft resolution on women and peace and security, as contained in document S/2020/1054. At the same time, we reaffirm our strong, consistent and unwavering commitments to the framework and achievements that the international community has strenuously built up over the years, including those elaborated in previous relevant resolutions of the Security Council, including resolutions 1889 (2009), 2122 (2013), 2242 (2015), 2467 (2019) and 2493 (2019), just to name but a few. It is regrettable that no outcome was adopted on this important anniversary.”
2020-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1076 (2020) · source
“On the twentieth anniversary of resolution 1325 (2000), this year marks a significant milestone towards realizing global commitments on gender equality and the women and peace and security agenda. It is heartening to note that in recent years, this agenda has become an integral part of the work of the Council. Meaningful progress on the ground has also been achieved so as to lighten women’s hardship and promote their increasingly active participation in all walks of life, including in conflict prevention and resolution and sustaining peace. In order to maintain and push forward momentum, the message on the importance of this agenda in the work of the Council should continually be reinforced, reaffirmed and strengthened.”
2020-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1076 (2020) · source
“In the light of the COVID-19 impact, we also call on concerned parties to address the reported issues regarding the situation in various camps of internally displaced persons, water shortages in Al-Bab city and so forth.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“Given the remaining logistical and administrative difficulties, my delegation takes note of the efforts made by the United Nations and various parties to ensure the continuation of humanitarian assistance for people in need. These efforts include cross-border operations throughout the north-west and cross-line deliveries to the north-east. We call for stepped-up efforts to address gaps in this regard. We urge all parties in Syria to create the most favourable conditions for effective humanitarian operations and call on the international community to continue its support during this critical moment. Assistance should be strengthened to increase COVID-19 response capability, fight food insecurity and provide adequate winter supplies.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“To facilitate the political process, a calm situation on the ground is pivotal. We therefore urge all parties to the conflicts to exercise restraint and refrain from violence, as well as continue efforts to counter terrorism in line with their obligations under international law, including humanitarian law. Secondly, while the search for a political solution is under way, the humanitarian situation needs to be improved with a view to alleviating the misery of the Syrian people. Two vital factors that are of great importance are: first, to ensure timely, safe and unimpeded humanitarian access; and, secondly, to facilitate humanitarian response in all parts of Syria.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“The only way to do that is through a Syrian-led and Syrian-owned process, facilitated by the United Nations, in line with resolution 2254 (2015), in full conformity with international law and the Charter of the United Nations, and with full respect for sovereignty, territorial integrity and non-interference in the internal affairs of Syria. My delegation welcomes the resumption of meetings within the framework of the Syrian-owned and Syrian-led Constitutional Committee in late August. In order to find a sustained solution and ensure long-lasting stability, we look forward to further and more frequent discussions among Syrian stakeholders in a most constructive manner. We fully support the facilitating role of the United Nations and the Special Envoy, as well as all viable diplomatic engagement in this regard.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“My delegation would like to reiterate our grave concern over the continued impact of instability on civilians in various parts of Syria, causing death and injury to nearly 300 civilians during August and September. We strongly condemn targeted attacks against civilians, humanitarian workers and civilian objects. In addition, the further deterioration of the socioeconomic and humanitarian situation is alarming, especially when the insurmountable impact of the pandemic continues to worsen as 92 per cent of cases are untraceable and the health care system is increasingly desperate. At today’s meeting, please allow me to emphasize the two greatest needs of the Syrian people. First, they need a viable political settlement of the decade-long crisis.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank Special Envoy Geir Pedersen and Under- Secretary-General Mark Lowcock for their informative briefings on the political and humanitarian situations in Syria. I would also thank all United Nations personnel and humanitarian workers for their hard work on the ground at this very challenging time. I welcome the representatives of Syria and Turkey to our meeting today. Millions of Syrian people are still suffering on a daily basis. Their predicaments will not lessen without breakthroughs on the political and humanitarian fronts. The situation can worsen with the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) spreading, the economic crisis deepening and winter coming.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“In that regard, we highly value the European Union-facilitated dialogue, which greatly contributes to international and United Nations efforts to resolve long-standing differences with a view to achieving peace, stability and long-term development for Belgrade and Pristina, the Balkans and Europe. We also commend and support activities undertaken by UNMIK to promote confidence and trust- building measures, encourage cooperation between Belgrade and Pristina, as well as to assist communities in Kosovo amid the COVID-19 pandemic.”
2020-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1040 (2020) · source
“In that regard, we welcome UNMIK’s efforts to maintain its operations, protect its personnel and support local authorities in their COVID-19 response, including risk-reduction measures. We call on all related parties to continue their efforts to overcome socioeconomic challenges in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic and the legitimate concerns and interests of communities in Kosovo. We call on the parties to engage in good-faith dialogue and peaceful negotiations to resolve their differences. We support efforts aimed at a durable and comprehensive solution to the issue, in accordance with the fundamental principles of international law, the United Nations Charter and resolution 1244 (1999), for sustainable peace and development for all peoples in Europe.”
2020-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1040 (2020) · source
“We would like to stress the importance of previous signed agreements on key areas and look forward to the implementation of these agreements, together with recent commitments. We urge both parties to take this opportunity to push forward further dialogue and overcome the remaining differences and long-lasting obstacles. The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic continues to loom over all corners of the world, affecting billions of lives. We would like to express our sympathy for the loss of lives and are concerned about reports of the rising number of cases in Kosovo since June and the disease’s continuing heavy impact on the socioeconomic development and well-being of the people in Kosovo.”
2020-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1040 (2020) · source
“I would like to express our appreciation to the Secretary-General for his latest report (S/2020/964) and Mr. Zahir Tanin, Special Representative of the Secretary- General and Head of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK), for his valuable briefing. I thank Mr. Dačić, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Serbia, and Ms. Haradinaj-Stublla for their contributions. Viet Nam welcomes the official resumption of high-level dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina since July 2020 and subsequent agreements that have been reached, including the joint statement on 7 September and commitments expressed by parties on 4 September to promote normalization of economic relations. Yet it is regrettable that there is still lack of implementation.”
2020-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1040 (2020) · source
“The close partnership between the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and MONUSCO represents the vital need for our support for the people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. We welcome MONUSCO’s close contact and cooperation with the President and various local authorities to help address the root causes of conflict and develop targeted provincial strategies for the protection of civilians. We look forward to further discussions on the joint strategy for the transition of MONUSCO and would like to stress the importance of preserving what we have done our utmost to achieve in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2020-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/987 (2020) · source
“As we have all witnessed, stability in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and in the region has benefited from meaningful cooperation among countries. We would like to welcome the commitments made by President Tshilombo Tshisekedi and his counterparts in promoting cooperation and reconciliation in the region. In this regard, we salute the contributions made by the Southern African Development Community, the Economic Community of Central African States, the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region and the African Union. Last but not least, Viet Nam has full confidence in the role played by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and MONUSCO in favour of peace and stability in the country.”
2020-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/987 (2020) · source
“First, the protracted conflicts in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo serve to emphasize the need to work towards a sustainable solution. It is important to find a comprehensive approach to address the root causes of conflict. Greater focus should be placed on enhancing dialogue between communities and addressing socioeconomic issues and the illegal exploitation of, and trade in, natural resources. We also support efforts relating to the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration process, as well as security sector reform programmes. Secondly, we would like to reiterate the importance of deepening regional cooperation, which will also contribute to peace and security.”
2020-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/987 (2020) · source
“We would also like to reiterate the vital importance of ensuring the safety and security of United Nations personnel. In addition, Viet Nam is concerned over the humanitarian situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where over 25.6 million people are currently in need of assistance. Various health challenges, including the coronavirus disease pandemic, the re-emergence of Ebola in the west and measles and other dangerous diseases, are putting increasing amounts of pressure on the already dire socioeconomic and humanitarian situation in many regions of the country. We therefore call for greater support from the international community to the Democratic Republic of the Congo at this critical moment. Against the current backdrop, my delegation would like to stress the following points.”
2020-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/987 (2020) · source
“However, we are deeply troubled by the continued deterioration of the security situation in some parts of eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, especially in North Kivu, South Kivu and Ituri. Confrontations between armed groups, intercommunal conflicts, attacks against civilians by the Allied Democratic Forces and various other armed groups, as well as the Forces armées de la République démocratique du Congo, and the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) are of particular concern. Numerous recent attacks claimed tens of civilian lives and affected United Nations personnel on the ground. We strongly condemn those attacks and urge all parties to heed the ceasefire appeal of the Secretary-General.”
2020-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/987 (2020) · source
“I would like to thank Ms. Leila Zerrougui, Special Representative of the Secretary-General, and Ambassador Abdou Abarry, Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1533 (2004), concerning the Democratic Republic of the Congo, for their insightful briefings. My delegation is pleased to note that, during the reporting period, there were continuous efforts to ensure an overall environment conducive to the advancement of the political process in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, despite ongoing tensions. We also welcome regional diplomatic efforts with neighbouring countries and reaffirm the key role of subregional organizations and the importance of cooperating with them.”
2020-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/987 (2020) · source
“Women, children and other vulnerable groups remain risk of violence and continue to be marginalized in the political life of the country. We condemn such violence and attacks. We urge the Haitian Government and local authorities to uphold their responsibilities, take more decisive actions in improving the country’s legal framework as well as undertake all security measures needed to stop violence and to protect civilians, especially women and children. To conclude, we commend the unceasing work and tireless efforts of BINUH. We reiterate our support for the extension of its mandate. We would like to reaffirm our support for the Secretary-General’s call for long-term and structural changes in Haiti geared towards putting the country on the path to sustainable development.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/979 (2020) · source
“We also urge all related parties to make further efforts to engage in inclusive dialogue to reach a political agreement on the new composition of the Provisional Electoral Council and the modalities and timing of the elections, including the political representation of women and youth. We call on the United Nations and the international community to increase technical assistance and measures needed to protect Haitian citizens and political parties on the road ahead. Thirdly, regarding threats of violence, Haiti continues to face a number of long-standing threats and challenges. Gang violence has increasingly challenged State authority over parts of Haiti. The fighting among gang groups targeting local communities has had adverse impacts on the livelihoods of Haitians.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/979 (2020) · source
“It is high time for a compromise and political consensus to be struck on constitutional and broader reforms. There is no other way to address the root causes of the country’s problems for the sake of its sustained stability and development. Secondly, on the electoral process, we are concerned about the absence of consensus on key aspects of election preparations, including an electoral framework, calendar and a fully functional Provisional Electoral Council. In this regard, we call for timely and credible elections acceptable to all Haitian stakeholders in 2021.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/979 (2020) · source
“The political impasse and unscheduled electoral framework agenda remain the biggest challenges hindering the constitutional reforms. On the matters under discussion today, I would like to stress the following three points. First, on political progress, we share the concerns about the difficulties noted in the report of the Secretary-General, especially the adverse effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The political uncertainty and impasse are the main causes of the multifaceted difficulties and instability in Haiti, which harm the livelihoods of the Haitian people and their enjoyment of their human rights. In this context, we call on the Government, political parties and other stakeholders in Haiti to set aside their differences and engage in constructive dialogue.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/979 (2020) · source
“I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his report (S/2020/944) on United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH), and his Special Representative, Ms. Helen Meagher La Lime, for her insightful briefing and her work on the ground at this very challenging time. I would also like to welcome the presence and statement of the Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic at our meeting today. We are concerned that Haiti continues to face extreme political, economic and social uncertainty, which has been exacerbated by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. The continued violence, especially the gang-related criminality, over parts of the country has contributed to the existing instability.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/979 (2020) · source
“This is the time to foster greater collaboration among Governments, international and regional organizations, the private sector and other stakeholders to ensure accessible, safe, nutritious foods for all, especially the most vulnerable in conflict situations.”
2020-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/930 (2020) · source
“Given the fact that resources tend to stretch domestically, it is crucial to strengthen international humanitarian assistance, in funding and in kind, and to coordinate our joint efforts. International and regional organizations, as well as countries in and outside the regions, all have a role to play in this regard. We must support relevant countries, especially those affected by armed conflicts, in building resilience, guaranteeing the availability and accessibility of food, and enhancing adaptation capabilities in the face of multidimensional global challenges. The needs of vulnerable population, especially children and women, must be adequately addressed. Food security has proved to be highly correlated with international security in certain situations. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated food and security risks.”
2020-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/930 (2020) · source
“Civilian infrastructure indispensable to agriculture and food production and distribution, which is critical to the survival of the civilian population, must be protected. Secondly, there will be no sustainable solution to these crises unless we address the root causes of conflict and advance dialogue among relevant parties to find lasting political solutions. The Security Council should keep up its primary responsibility to maintain international peace and security. We reiterate the call on all parties to armed conflicts to adhere to the Security Council’s demand for an immediate cessation of hostilities to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. Thirdly, in the times of the COVID-19 pandemic, a solution to food insecurity in countries in conflict situations is made more challenging.”
2020-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/930 (2020) · source
“They destroy crops, livestock and critical food infrastructure and impede humanitarian assistance. Food insecurity in turn can create tension, prolong conflicts, breed new ones and hinder reconstruction. My delegation reiterates the need to break the vicious cycle between armed conflict and hunger and would like to highlight the following points. First, respect for international humanitarian law is a must in all situations of armed conflicts. We call on parties to armed conflicts to ensure the protection of civilians, in particular women, children and the most vulnerable; ensure unhindered and unimpeded humanitarian assistance to the people in need; and guarantee the safety of impartial humanitarian and essential health workers.”
2020-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/930 (2020) · source
“In those cases, the fragility of peace and security at different levels are compounded by such factors as poverty, food insecurity, diseases, natural disasters, the negative impacts of climate change, poor access to aid and funding and the economic shocks caused by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. The World Food Programme has estimated that, by the end of 2020, 265 million people will face acute food insecurity. This is a concerning number. Without a healthy population, how can peace and development be sustained? We often say that children are the future. What will be the future of a country when millions of children suffer from acute malnutrition and are at risk of under-five mortality? Conflicts and violence continue to be one of the major drivers of food insecurity.”
2020-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/930 (2020) · source
“I would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Lowcock, Mr. Qu Dongyu and Mr. Beasley for their briefings. Let me also thank their teams in the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and the World Food Programme, respectively, for their untiring efforts on the ground. Viet Nam joined the Dominican Republic and others in requesting today’s briefing to discuss the alarming situation of conflict-induced hunger, in particular with regard to the four largest food crises reported by OCHA, namely, the situations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Yemen, north-eastern Nigeria and South Sudan.”
2020-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/930 (2020) · source
“The United Nations S/2020/929 Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Paris Agreement on Climate Change must continue to guide national and global responses and it is crucial that our commitments under these agreements be fulfilled. Viet Nam is among the countries most heavily affected by the adverse effects of climate change. We support all efforts to address climate-related challenges, including here in the Security Council. We firmly believe that the fight against climate change cannot be won or the consolidation of peace and security achieved by any single country. It is time we all came together, joined our efforts and built inclusive partnerships to address this global challenge.”
2020-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/929 (2020) · source
“In the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), we set the strengthening of human and institutional capacity in implementing climate change adaptation and mitigation as one strategic measure of the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community Blueprint 2025. Cooperation between the United Nations and ASEAN in this regard can be further explored. Last but not least, international efforts to address the humanitarian and security risks of climate change, including ecosystem degradation, must fully respect the Charter of the United Nations and its principles and other rules of international law, including international humanitarian law.”
2020-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/929 (2020) · source
“It is crucial that the Council base its deliberations and actions on science and ample evidence and tailor its approach to the conflict-affected States. United Nations peacekeeping and special political missions can contribute to strengthening the Council’s analysis of climate change security and humanitarian risks in situations on its agenda. Thirdly, the Council’s response to climate change needs to be coordinated with other parts of the United Nations systems and all its partners. In this connection, we wish to highlight the strengthening of cooperation between the United Nations and regional and subregional organizations in building regional resilience and adaptation capabilities.”
2020-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/929 (2020) · source
“In the competitive global situation that is emerging, the importance of consolidating international cooperation cannot be overemphasized. Special attention must be paid to countries in conflict or post-conflict situations, countries in humanitarian need, least-developed countries and small island developing States, as they are particularly prone to the adverse effects of climate change but often lag behind in response capacity. Secondly, climate resilience can and should be integrated into humanitarian, conflict prevention, peacebuilding and post-conflict strategies. We welcome the progress the Council has made in recognizing the adverse effects of climate change in 13 country-specific resolutions. We note that 8 out of the 10 largest peace operations are deployed in countries with high exposure to climate change.”
2020-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/929 (2020) · source
“In the Lake Chad basin and the Sahel region, the availability of and access to life-saving resources are diminished, and therefore millions of lives have to depend on annual emergency humanitarian assistance. Unless addressed or mitigated, the adverse effects of climate change can aggravate vulnerable political and security situations, prolong, exacerbate and even instigate conflicts and instabilities. We are convinced that managing the adverse effects of climate change, ecosystem degradation and their humanitarian and security risks should be part of our efforts to maintain international peace and security. My delegation would like to stress the following points. First, our response must gather cooperation across borders.”
2020-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/929 (2020) · source
“Viet Nam expresses its deep appreciation to the Nigerien presidency and its leadership for convening this timely debate. I would like to thank the briefers for their insightful contributions. Climate change is one of the greatest threats to humankind. The adverse effects of climate change, including frequent extreme weather events, water scarcity, drought, land degradation, sea-level rise, among others, can lead to food insecurity, large-scale displacement and social tension. They are also linked to the degradation of the ecosystem as a result of poor management and destruction in armed conflicts. These humanitarian impacts of climate change and ecosystem degradation have become increasingly visible in many corners of the world.”
2020-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/929 (2020) · source
“Those measures should not adversely affect the livelihoods of the people, the essential functioning of the Government or the legitimate development of the country concerned, and should be lifted when certain conditions are met. As Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2206 (2015), concerning South Sudan, Viet Nam will continue to work closely with the relevant Member States, the United Nations, IGAD and the AU in advancing the implementation of the agreements among the South Sudanese parties, thereby facilitating the midterm review of the sanctions regime in December.”
2020-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/914 (2020) · source
“We also urge the international community to strengthen humanitarian assistance for South Sudan in this difficult time. Fourthly, we commend the role of UNMISS, especially its women peacekeepers, in this difficult period of the COVID-19 pandemic, and will continue to support the work of the Mission. We would also like to commend the efforts of the United Nations Mine Action Service in addressing the humanitarian challenges in South Sudan. Finally, Viet Nam reiterates that sanctions are a tool to be applied by the Security Council only in a temporary and case-by-case manner in order to facilitate the maintenance of international peace and security.”
2020-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/914 (2020) · source
“Further effective measures are also greatly needed to address inter-tribal and community violence in order to prevent the current peace process and the sustainable development of the country from being adversely affected. Given that UNMISS is beginning to withdraw from various protection-of-civilians sites, the Government must continue to strengthen its primary responsibility — the protection of civilians. Thirdly, it is vital to address the economic and humanitarian challenges in the country. We express our sincere condolences to the families of the victims of the recent floods. We are particularly concerned about the high level of food insecurity, which affects more than half of the population. We call on the Government and other South Sudanese parties to continue to do all they can to promote sustainable livelihoods for the people.”
2020-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/914 (2020) · source
“We commend the tireless efforts of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), the African Union (AU), UNMISS and other relevant parties in promoting peace and stability in the country. At the same time, the international community should take into account the current difficulties and challenges in South Sudan. In that regard, we encourage IGAD, the AU, UNMISS and the neighbouring countries to strengthen their support for the South Sudanese parties, including through confidence-building measures and technical assistance. The role of IGAD as mediator will continue to be critical. Secondly, we emphasize the importance of continuing to uphold the permanent ceasefire.”
2020-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/914 (2020) · source
“We are also pleased to see the active role of South Sudan as mediator of the peace process of its neighbour, the Sudan. At the same time, we note that progress has remained slow on issues such as joint security arrangements and the formation of the transitional national assembly. Inter-tribal and community violence continue to be issues of particular concerns. In the light of recent developments, allow me to highlight several points. First, we reiterate the importance of the full implementation of the 2018 peace agreement. We call on the South Sudanese parties to spare no effort in advancing the joint security arrangements and establishing a transitional national assembly. We are encouraged to see female representation in the Government and the local leadership and look forward to seeing their increased participation.”
2020-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/914 (2020) · source
“I would like to thank Mr. Mark Lowcock, Under Secretary-General and Mr. David Shearer, Special Representative of the Secretary-General, for their insightful briefings. We reiterate our full support for the work of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and Mr. Shearer in this challenging time of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. I also thank Ms. Rambang Tai for her briefing. Viet Nam welcomes the continued relatively positive developments in South Sudan since the formation of the transitional Government. We commend the efforts of relevant parties in implementing the 2018 peace agreement and upholding the permanent ceasefire. That is greatly encouraging given the fact that the country has been facing various challenges in recent months due to the COVID-19 pandemic, heavy floods and rising food insecurity.”
2020-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/914 (2020) · source