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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
sources: un-security-council

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“Let me conclude by reiterating once again our full support for efforts aimed at reaching a comprehensive, just and lasting settlement of the Israeli- Palestinian conflict through dialogue and negotiation. It is critical to strive to ensure the legitimate interests of the parties concerned, as well as promote peace, stability and development in the Middle East. The only option towards that end is two-State solution.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“We express our appreciation for the determination of the Secretary-General and the Special Coordinator in engaging with all related parties to restart dialogue and alleviate Palestinians’ hardship. We commend the multiple efforts by various interested parties, including the Quartet, to resume negotiations in a creative and sustainable manner. We call on the international community to step up assistance to the Palestinian people in this time of challenges, including to strengthen budgetary support for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East in order to provide adequate and timely humanitarian assistance.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“It is detrimental to the search for a long-lasting solution for the Middle East peace process and exacerbates the dire humanitarian situation that Palestinians have been enduring. Against that backdrop, it is high time to redouble efforts to defuse tension and resume dialogue. We therefore call on Israel to stop all unilateral actions and abandon all annexation plans. We also call on all other parties concerned to refrain from any unilateral action, use of force or incitement to violence that may complicate the situation or escalate ongoing tensions. We welcome the recent statement by President Mahmoud Abbas that the Palestinian Authority is ready to resume the long-stalled peace talks with Israel.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“Although tremendous in terms of impact, the pandemic is just one among several deep-rooted concerns of the international community regarding the prospects of Palestinian people. The most serious concern continues to centre on plans by Israel to annex large swaths of the occupied Palestinian territory. If realized, the plans would exact severe and irreversible impacts on the viability of the two-State solution, as well as on peace and stability in the Middle East region. Such annexation would be a serious violation of international law and the Charter of the United Nations and would also run counter to the long-term interests of the Israelis themselves. The announcement of such plans in the last few months has caused much anxiety, rising tension and rhetoric.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“We commend the steps taken by the State of Palestine to fight the COVID-19 pandemic and alleviate its impacts. The efforts of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), working closely with the World Health Organization, in the last few months have also been critical in providing medical, hygiene, sanitation and other general support services for the Palestinian people. Given the mounting challenges, as the risks facing Palestinian communities could be compounded further still by the second wave of infections in the region, we call on the authorities in Israel and the State of Palestine to continue their cooperation with a view to getting the pandemic under control and lessening its devastating impact.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank Special Coordinator Mladenov for his briefing. My thanks also go to Mr. Levy and Mr. Shikaki for sharing their views. We remain deeply concerned about the humanitarian challenges facing Palestinians. It is deeply worrisome that the number of daily new cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has been growing substantially since late June. The pandemic is having a severe impact on Palestinian socioeconomic development. Businesses, factories and shops, previously only enough to maintain basic subsistence, have been closed. Hundreds of thousands of Palestinians are threatened by risks of unemployment and food insecurity. The budget and daily functioning of the Palestinian Authority are on the verge of severe disruption.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“We also call for a united and collective response to effectively implement existing normative frameworks to promote gender equality and women’s empowerment in the prevention of and response to sexual violence in conflicts. The path to prevention and response to conflict-related sexual violence requires both immediate actions and a long-term approach. In this pursuit, let us always be mindful of the perpetual suffering of victims, who are at increasing risk of being left behind, and of the indispensable role of women in all stages of peace processes. Moreover, in the face of the coronavirus disease pandemic, the protection and empowerment of women should be paid even more attention. Viet Nam is committed to working closely with Member States and the relevant agencies of the United Nations in this endeavour.”
2020-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/727 (2020) · source
“Secondly, women are not only victims but they are also the backbone of communities. The equal representation and full involvement of women in decision- making processes is a prerequisite to conflict prevention and addressing sexual violence in conflict. This would ensure that initiatives promoted could adequately address the needs and interests of victims, raise greater awareness and overcome stigmatization against those who suffer from sexual violence. Thirdly, the international community should further strengthen cooperation and experience-sharing among countries and regions to allow for the more consistent and effective implementation of the women and peace and security agenda, as well as the conflict-related sexual violence aspect.”
2020-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/727 (2020) · source
“With that in mind, I would like to make the following points. First, victims of sexual violence must be provided with essential recovery services, including health care, psychological support, vocational training, employment opportunities, legal aid and socioeconomic reintegration. These measures should be taken together with efforts to advance gender equality. We would like to highlight the importance of economic empowerment in enhancing women’s recovery and capacity. States have the primary responsibility in this regard, but complementary assistance from the international community — particularly the United Nations agencies, programmes and peacekeeping missions — is equally crucial. This may include but is not limited to development assistance, capacity- building, technical support and training.”
2020-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/727 (2020) · source
“Wars and conflicts affect everyone, but often women and children remain the ones to suffer the most from lasting psychological and physical impacts. Lacking access to education, livelihoods and economic opportunities, these victims are also easily subjected to stigmatization, human trafficking and armed group and terrorist recruitment, which further the cycle of violence and suffering. Our response to conflict-related sexual violence requires a comprehensive approach of preventive and recovery measures, in addition to tackling its root causes arising from gender inequality. In this effort, we share the view expressed by the Secretary-General in his report that a survivor-centred approach is imperative, and remain concerned at existing gaps between commitments and the implementation of commitments by parties to conflict.”
2020-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/727 (2020) · source
“I would like to extend our welcome and appreciation to all Ministers for their statements. We thank the German presidency and the Dominican Republic for co-hosting this important open debate. We would also like to express our appreciation to the Secretary-General for his latest report (S/2020/487), his Special Representative on Sexual Violence in Conflict for her valuable briefing and other briefers for their insightful presentations. As we commemorate the twentieth anniversary of resolution 1325 (2000), the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Fourth World Conference on Women and the seventy- fifth anniversary of the United Nations, it is saddening to see that the multiple consequences of sexual violence continue to persist despite increasing commitments and progress achieved.”
2020-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/727 (2020) · source
“My delegation would like to reiterate the vital importance of achieving a durable solution to the humanitarian issues in Syria by working towards a comprehensive political solution in line with resolution 2254 (2015), in full accordance with the fundamental principles of international law and the Charter of the United Nations, including full respect for sovereignty, territorial integrity and non-interference in the internal affairs of States.”
2020-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/702 (2020) · source
“We therefore call on the international community, including the Security Council, to continue to improve humanitarian support for Syria based on the needs of the people on the ground. It is also important to maintain and promote unity on this humanitarian matter. We urge the Syrian Government, which bears the primary responsibility for settling humanitarian issues in the country, to enhance its cooperation with all relevant parties, including the United Nations, in order to foster a humanitarian response in Syria, including through cross-line operations. It is also pivotal to ensure safe, unimpeded and sustained access for the delivery of humanitarian relief to the most vulnerable populations in all parts of Syria. Humanitarian assistance may be the necessary condition for ending the suffering of Syrian people, but it still falls short.”
2020-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/702 (2020) · source
“My delegation would like to pay tribute to the tireless efforts of the co-penholders, as well as other members of the Security Council, to reach today’s agreement. The extension of the cross-border humanitarian assistance mechanism in Syria is crucial for the ongoing, life-saving humanitarian response in that country. Viet Nam consistently advocates for the continuation of humanitarian assistance and, to that end, voted in favour of draft resolutions that would help renew the mechanism’s mandate, including resolution 2533 (2020). The deteriorating humanitarian situation, coupled with the impact of the coronavirus disease pandemic and severe economic hardship, has been putting millions of people’s lives at risk and making our task of tending to their needs more and more critical.”
2020-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/702 (2020) · source
“We reiterate our commitments to working closely with the United Nations, the members of the Security Council and international and regional partners so as to address the combined threats of terrorism and organized crime to international peace and security and build sustained peace, security and development for the region.”
2020-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/706 (2020) · source
“Fourthly, we call for a coherent and integrated approach to the security, humanitarian and development challenges and climate change. We support every initiative and effort to enhance regional and international cooperation and partnerships to promote greater socioeconomic development, to prevent and resolve farmer-herder conflicts and to tackle their root causes. We stress the importance of the full, equal and meaningful participation and involvement of women in the maintenance and promotion of peace, security and development. Last but not least, we commend the tireless efforts of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, the African Union, ECOWAS and the Coalition for the Sahel’s joint command mechanism.”
2020-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/706 (2020) · source
“We welcome the recent Security Council press statements on terrorism acts in Mali (SC/14213) and Nigeria (SC/14216) and on the Group of Five for the Sahel (SC/14211). We also join the Secretary-General in welcoming the adoption of the 2020-2024 action plan for the eradication of terrorism by the Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on 21 December 2019. Thirdly, we join other Member States in supporting the Secretary-General’s call for a global ceasefire to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. We urge the Governments and other relevant parties in the region to uphold their obligations and responsibilities to implement international humanitarian law and ensure that humanitarian aid reaches those who most need it without hindrance.”
2020-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/706 (2020) · source
“We also are concerned about the fact that drug smuggling and trafficking in West Africa are on the rise. The recent seizures of 120 kilograms of cocaine in Senegal and 405 kilograms of cocaine in Côte d’Ivoire show that more attention should be paid to the problem. Against this background, my delegation wishes to make the following observations. First, we call on the relevant political stakeholders and actors in Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana and Guinea to work together and reach consensus so that the upcoming elections can take place inclusively, transparently, credibly and peacefully. Secondly, we call on all concerned parties to further cooperate on the fight against terrorism and violent extremism across West Africa and the Sahel.”
2020-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/706 (2020) · source
“We join the Secretary-General and other Member States in condemning the multiple terrorist attacks on 9, 10 and 13 June against civilians and a United Nations humanitarian facility in Nigeria. Moreover, the deterioration of the humanitarian situation and violation of human rights in the region are also our concerns. As reported, in 2020, 24 million Sahelians will be in need of humanitarian assistance. Across West Africa and the Sahel, 19.1 million people are projected to be in food insecurity during the lean season, from June to August — a 77 per cent increase compared with 2019, the highest number in a decade. Furthermore, the outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic puts West Africa and the Sahel region at risk of further instability and insecurity.”
2020-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/706 (2020) · source
“I would like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Mohamed Ibn Chambas, for his comprehensive briefing. I also thank Ms. Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim, Coordinator of the Association for Indigenous Women and Peoples of Chad, for her contribution. We are encouraged to see the elections were conducted peacefully in Mali, Guinea and Togo. However, preparations for elections in some countries have stalemated. Political discord among parties continues to make national dialogue and reconciliation in various countries more difficult. We remain very concerned about recurrent terrorist attacks against civilians and defence and security forces in the region, particularly in Burkina Faso, Mali, the Niger and Nigeria.”
2020-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/706 (2020) · source
“At the same time, we would also like to reiterate the importance of the appointment of the new Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Libya.”
2020-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/686 (2020) · source
“We welcome the efforts of UNSMIL and the United Nations Mine Action Service in addressing the humanitarian challenges in Libya. We would also like to commend UNSMIL and the African Union for advancing the role and participation of women in the peace process in Libya. Thirdly, we reiterate the importance of upholding the relevant Security Council resolutions on Libya, particularly those related to the arms embargo and foreign interference. We urge all parties inside and outside Libya to strengthen their commitment and actions in implementing these resolutions, especially resolution 2510 (2020). To conclude, we would like to commend the efforts of Ms. Williams and reaffirm our full support for the work of UNSMIL.”
2020-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/686 (2020) · source
“We also call on members of the international community, especially the Berlin Conference participants, to spare no efforts in supporting the peace process, in line with resolution 2510 (2020). Furthermore, the collaboration among UNSMIL, regional organizations and Libya’s neighbouring countries will remain crucial. Secondly, Viet Nam once again urges the relevant parties in Libya to fully respect international humanitarian law, stop targeting civilians and civilian objects, ensure the safety of health-care workers and allow unhindered humanitarian access to effectively fight the COVID-19 pandemic. Further attention and measures must be taken to protect women, children and other vulnerable groups from the effects of the conflict.”
2020-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/686 (2020) · source
“Since then, however, the situation in Libya has continued to witness ups and downs. Despite the truce agreed between the Libyan parties and the initial success of the three-track dialogue of the Berlin process, the situation on the ground has actually worsened. Viet Nam remains concerned over the ongoing violence, especially attacks on civilians and civilian objects, including schools and health- care facilities. The presence of and threat posed by terrorist groups continue to loom over the country, thus affecting the security of the whole region. With the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, the situation has become even more precarious. In that context, Viet Nam wishes to highlight the following points. First, we call on the relevant parties in Libya to immediately stop the fighting and return to peace talks.”
2020-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/686 (2020) · source
“At the outset, I would like to welcome Minister Heiko Mass and all Ministers joining us today. I express my gratitude to the German presidency for timely convening of this important meeting. I also thank the Secretary-General for his insightful briefing. I welcome the presence of the representatives of Libya and of other countries and regional organizations, as well as the Acting Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Libya and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL). In January, the Berlin Conference was a silver lining in the gloomy situation in Libya at that time. The outcome of the Conference and the subsequent adoption of resolution 2510 (2020) provided hope for the pursuit of an inclusive Libyan-led and Libyan-owned peace process, on the basis of respect for Libya’s independence and sovereignty.”
2020-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/686 (2020) · source
“In that connection, we support peacekeepers being adequately prepared and given specific technical skills and substantive knowledge on the matter, both before and during deployment, in order to be well-equipped for their task. In conclusion, I would like to salute the great courage and contribution of United Nations peacekeepers who have spared no effort and made sacrifices, especially in the face of current coronavirus disease pandemic to assist host countries in navigating the long and challenging path from armed conflict and instability to peace.”
2020-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/674 (2020) · source
“Thirdly, with respect to areas of concentration, as can be seen in, among others, the latest reports of the Secretary-General, 2019 was a year of suffering for civilians in armed conflict. Sexual violence remains a cruel tactic of war, and record numbers of refugees and internally displaced persons have been recorded. In conflicts, vulnerable persons suffer the most. Peace operations that are so mandated should pay considerably more attention to the promotion and protection of the rights of those persons. Fourthly, concerning conduct during deployment, in the provision of services peacekeepers must be the champions of adherence to human rights. We call on mandated peace missions to strictly implement and observe United Nations strategies and guidelines to address all forms of misconduct.”
2020-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/674 (2020) · source
“Therefore, peace operations should support the host countries in undertaking those responsibilities with a constructive approach based on the aforementioned principles and an awareness of the economic, social and cultural context of local societies. Secondly, as to the accuracy and relevance of information, reports and analysis become influential through the process of monitoring and making policies. Accordingly, peace missions must prepare their work based on accurate, unbiased, balanced and verifiable information. Moreover, to avoid any overlapping with the work of other United Nations agencies specialized in the promotion and protection of human rights, the scope of that information should fall within the boundary of peace operation mandates.”
2020-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/674 (2020) · source
“However, year after year, we continue to receive heart-wrenching reports of, among other things, the recruitment and use of children, widespread sexual and gender-based violence and situations that have caused a vast number of internally displaced persons with which United Nations peace missions have had to grapple. In that context, my delegation would like to stress the following points. First, on the role of host countries, it is important to reiterate that peace operations must be carried out in accordance with the basic principles of political impartiality, consent of the parties and non-use of force except in self-defence and defence of the mandate. The promotion and protection of human rights remain primary responsibilities of host countries.”
2020-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/674 (2020) · source
“I thank you, Madam Minister, for presiding over this important debate. We join others in thanking High Commissioner Michelle Bachelet, Special Representative David Shearer and Mr. Dismas Kitenge Senga for their informative briefings. Encouraging respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms for all, regardless of race, sex, language or religion, is one among the primary purposes of the United Nations. I am inspired to acknowledge that since 1991, when the United Nations Observer Mission in El Salvador was mandated to verify compliance by the parties with a related agreement on human rights, United Nations peace operations have persistently contributed to the realization of that purpose.”
2020-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/674 (2020) · source
“Members of the Council should be actively engaged in these discussions in order to create an environment conducive to cooperation and dialogue among the parties in the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015) and the JCPOA. It is also necessary for all of us to maintain peace and stability, uphold international law and fulfil obligations for a safe and prosperous world for all. For its part, Viet Nam is willing to make positive contributions to this process.”
2020-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/644 (2020) · source
“We therefore support the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015), as it aims to promote the compliance with and implementation of the JCPOA. We call on relevant parties to continue dialogue and negotiations to resolve differences and fully implement resolution 2231 (2015) and the JCPOA. It is important for all parties to exercise restraint and refrain from actions that could exacerbate the situation, erode trust and escalate tensions. In conclusion, peace and security in the Middle East will reverberate far beyond the region. It is therefore necessary for the Security Council to carefully consider every issue related to resolution 2231 (2015).”
2020-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/644 (2020) · source
“First, we take note of the ninth report of the Secretary-General on the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015) (S/2020/531). We stress that restriction and control measures under resolution 2231 (2015) are meant to promote full compliance and implementation of the JCPOA. Secondly, we would like to reaffirm our consistent position of supporting disarmament and non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, including nuclear weapons. We also respect the right of countries to use nuclear energy for peaceful purposes in accordance with international law and their obligations under the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons. Thirdly, we support measures that are designed to resolve all issues through dialogue and negotiations, in accordance with international law.”
2020-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/644 (2020) · source
“We would like to thank Secretary-General António Guterres for joining us today. We thank Under-Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo, Ambassador Skoog and Ambassador Pecsteen de Buytswerve for their briefings. We welcome Mr. Michael Pompeo, Secretary of State of the United States, and Mr. Mohammad Javad Zarif, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Iran, to today’s meeting. Over recent months, we have witnessed with deep concern that tension and mistrust continue to build in the region with respect to the implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and resolution 2231 (2015). More than ever, it is important that the current situation be defused so as to maintain peace and stability in the region. In this regard, we would highlight the following points.”
2020-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/644 (2020) · source
“We would like to stress the importance of a Syrian-led and Syrian-owned process that is in line with resolution 2254 (2015), in accordance with the fundamental principles of international law and the United Nations Charter, including full respect for the principles of sovereign equality, territorial integrity and non-interference in the internal affairs of States.”
2020-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/635 (2020) · source
“To facilitate this important work, we reiterate our support for the call made by the Secretary-General and his Special Envoy for a ceasefire throughout Syria and urge all parties to heed that call and suspend all ongoing hostilities so as to create optimal conditions for sustained and unimpeded humanitarian access to various parts of Syria. It is also important to ensure that Syria’s COVID-19 response capability is not affected by any type of sanctions, as the Secretary-General has urged. The prerequisite for a sustainable resolution of all humanitarian issues in Syria is a comprehensive political solution to the conflict in that country.”
2020-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/635 (2020) · source
“We reiterate our call on the international community to further increase humanitarian support for Syria in order to overcome this difficult moment. It is important that the international community stay entirely united in supporting people in need. In that connection, while commending the great efforts made by United Nations agencies, contractors and other parties, we also note that the Secretary- General’s report (S/2020/576) also recognizes that aid is distributed and implemented primarily by national actors and that access has been granted to United Nations agencies in a number of Syrian governorates.”
2020-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/635 (2020) · source
“However, instability and the risk of escalation continue unabated, putting civilian lives in danger. We take note of the fact that World Health Organization overland deliveries were able to reach the north-east region, along with air deliveries from other sources. However, a serious shortage of medical supplies is still reported, especially given that there are confirmed COVID-19 cases in that area. Against that backdrop, we call on the Syrian Government, which bears primary responsibility for settling the humanitarian situation in the country, to continue to step up its cooperation with the United Nations and other relevant parties to improve the humanitarian response, especially in the north-east.”
2020-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/635 (2020) · source
“Recent reports of the Secretary-General have pointed out worrisome facts and figures, including that more than 11 million people are in need of assistance; that 9.3 million face food insecurity, an acute shortage of basic goods and food prices that doubled to a record level in one single year; and that there are millions of displaced persons with limited access to basic requirements. Secondly, regarding the humanitarian response in Syria, we welcome the efforts of the international community to provide assistance, including those related to COVID-19 preparedness and response capacity. It is encouraging to see that the ceasefire agreement in the north-west continues to generally hold, which meaningfully facilitates greater assistance efforts.”
2020-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/635 (2020) · source
“At the outset, I join other colleagues in expressing our gratitude to all humanitarian personnel working on the ground in Syria. I would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Mark Lowcock and Ms. Susannah Sirkin for their briefings. First of all, we remain deeply concerned at the overall humanitarian situation in Syria, which has been compounded by the current impacts of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic and the mounting economic hardship. These extra layers are further impairing the well-being of the Syrian people as well as the vulnerable health-care system in Syria — the result of nearly a decade of conflict. Much needs to be done to deal with the severity of the current humanitarian situation in Syria.”
2020-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/635 (2020) · source
“We are of the view that the utilization of international watercourses must be in line with international law and the commitments of the countries concerned, on the basis of harmonizing the interests of riparian States, especially downstream ones, to ensure the sustainable use and equitable share of water resources. It is also important to foster further codification and development of international law regarding the use of transboundary watercourses, including through the implementation of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Non-navigational Uses of International Watercourses.”
2020-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/636 (2020) · source
“It is important that the views of all parties concerned be taken into account. All parties must refrain from any unilateral measure that could escalate tensions, undermining the opportunity to achieve a negotiated solution to the issue. Such efforts will help not only to bring about a comprehensive solution that addresses the legitimate interests of all parties concerned but also to advance confidence, deepen friendly relations among the countries and promote peace, security and development in the region. In that regard, we would also like to emphasize the need to promote best practices on transboundary watercourses, including, among others, the exchange of data and information, notification, consultations and negotiations to address any concerns, and the full implementation of legal frameworks among the countries concerned.”
2020-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/636 (2020) · source
“We call on all parties concerned to continue building upon the results achieved and fully implement the 2015 Agreement on Declaration of Principles on the project. Outstanding issues need to be resolved peacefully, in a friendly spirit and in good faith, in accordance with international law and the 2015 agreement. Towards that end, we welcome the important role of the African Union (AU) in promoting negotiations and mediating among the three parties, most recently at the Meeting of the Extraordinary AU Bureau of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government on 26 June, as well as results deriving from the meeting. We look forward to the continued earnest efforts of the parties concerned to resolve the remaining issues, including legal and technical questions, as soon as possible.”
2020-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/636 (2020) · source
“We are concerned about the tendency that many international watercourses are being increasingly utilized in unsustainable ways that may not ensure the rights and legitimate interests of riparian countries, especially downstream countries, which are placed in a naturally more disadvantageous position. The adverse effects of this tendency, compounded by those of climate change, have posed challenges to security, stability and development in many regions, including in Africa where the lives of millions of people depend on shared rivers. As to the Blue Nile, we recognize and support the efforts of the parties directly concerned to promote a sustainable and equitable utilization of water resources, including through cooperation, consultations and negotiations with regard to the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam project.”
2020-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/636 (2020) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank Ms. Rosemary DiCarlo, Under- Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, for her informative and important briefing. I welcome His Excellency Mr. Sameh Shokry Selim, Foreign Minister of the Arab Republic of Egypt, I also welcome the Permanent Representatives of the Sudan and Ethiopia to this video-teleconference. We take note of the positions of the relevant parties, including as elaborated in the letters addressed to the President of the Security Council recently on the matter under consideration today.”
2020-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/636 (2020) · source
“We would also like to emphasize the importance of increasing protection for vulnerable groups, especially women, children and persons with disabilities. In conclusion, Viet Nam once again emphasizes our full support for UNAMA and for the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Afghanistan, as well as for the pursuit of peace, stability and development in the country.”
2020-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/597 (2020) · source
“Thirdly, the economic and humanitarian situation in Afghanistan continues to face many challenges due to ongoing conflict, the impact of COVID-19 and natural disasters. Long-term peace and stability require strong economic development and sustainable livelihoods for the people. Viet Nam recognizes the efforts of the Government in advancing socioeconomic development and addressing the COVID-19 pandemic. We call on the international community to further assist Afghanistan in eradicating poverty, fostering post-conflict reconstruction and overcoming S/2020/597 the challenges resulting from COVID-19 and climate change. We also call on the international partners, as well as UNAMA and relevant United Nations agencies, to further provide technical support to the Afghan authorities in countering cross- border crime and drug trafficking.”
2020-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/597 (2020) · source
“Despite the agreement of a nationwide reduction of violence, the Taliban has been carrying out attacks on the Afghan people, many of whom are women and children. We are deeply concerned that during the past week, the Taliban carried out 422 attacks in 32 provinces and killed 291 Afghan security personnel. The escalation of violence took place only a few days after the Taliban had announced a three-day ceasefire on 23 May. At the same time, health-care personnel have been bearing the brunt of the poor security situation. As the threat of COVID-19 remains, Viet Nam once again urges all parties to heed the call of the Secretary-General to put an end to the fighting, stop targeting civilians and civilian objects, and allow unhindered access to humanitarian and health-care services.”
2020-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/597 (2020) · source
“First, the most important issue now is to advance the implementation of resolution 2513 (2020), particularly in starting the intra-Afghan negotiations. It is critical that the talks start as soon as possible, with a permanent ceasefire as the first goal. We welcome the efforts of the United Nations, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and other relevant stakeholders in facilitating the negotiations. In this regard, we are encouraged to hear the reports on the possible peace talks in the coming weeks in Doha. We also look forward to seeing further strengthened and active participation of women in this process. Secondly, in parallel to the peace talks, it is vital to improve the security situation.”
2020-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/597 (2020) · source
“We note consistent efforts to promote women’s participation in various aspects of the peace process, including having nearly 20 per cent of the peace negotiations team be women. At the same time, Viet Nam remains concerned about the security situation. Although the numbers of security incidents and civilian casualties have decreased compared to the previous period, the situation on the ground remains very fragile. We strongly condemn the continued attacks of the Taliban and other terrorist groups. We are also concerned about the increasing spread and impact of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) on security, peacebuilding and the socioeconomic development of the country. Transnational crimes and drug trafficking are also issues of high concern, which threaten the security situation. Allow me emphasize the following three main points.”
2020-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/597 (2020) · source