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first: 2022-01-31
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“We further deplore the violation of the resolution 1718 (2006) sanctions regime concerning the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. Despite international sanctions, North Korea has continued to develop its nuclear-weapon and missile programmes — and it is not doing it alone. Countries must therefore implement the relevant sanctions and not allow the regime’s unlawful programmes to expand or proliferate. We regret that the voice of the majority of the members of the Council, calling for a clear and strong reaction to the illegal, unprovoked and reckless actions by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, continues to be ignored. Such an attitude no longer sounds like de-escalation or caution and prevents the Security Council from taking concrete action.”
2023-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9376 (2023) · source
“I thank Assistant Secretary-General Khiari for his briefing. Let me start by expressing Albania’s firm condemnation of the intercontinental ballistic-missile (ICBM) launch by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea on 12 July. The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea continues to openly ignore the United Nations, the Security Council and the international community, as well as the established norms and rules that bar it from acquiring and using ballistic technologies. The latest step by the regime reaffirms once more that the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea is seeking only escalation by endangering the region and the international community with its weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and ballistic-missile programmes.”
2023-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9376 (2023) · source
“Let me conclude by reiterating our strong support for the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia, including by expanding its mandate to encompass ceasefire verification.”
2023-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9374 (2023) · source
“In the context of the ongoing reintegration of former members of the Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia, we welcome the adoption of the Strategic Plan for Security and Protection and commend the progress that has been made in implementing the ethnic chapter. Those are crucial steps for deepening peace, but much more needs to be done, such as ensuring a resumption of talks between the Government and the Estado Mayor Central Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia. Also, transitional justice is a critical step for lasting positive peace. We commend the enormous effort made to advance this, especially with regard to upholding victims’ rights as the foundation for justice, peace and reconciliation.”
2023-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9374 (2023) · source
“We applaud the approval by Congress of the Government’s National Development Plan, with a specific focus on women and peace and security, and we welcome the landmark legislative deals that Congress has enacted to implement the Final Agreement. Peace cannot be separated from social justice, so we fully appreciate and support the Colombians for pursuing peace through social justice. National dialogue and the meaningful inclusion of civil society are crucial to achieving national reconciliation. We are encouraged by the ongoing negotiations between the Government and the Ejército de Liberación Nacional and urge them to continue in good faith. We are anticipating with optimism the start on 3 August of the full implementation of the bilateral, national and temporary ceasefire.”
2023-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9374 (2023) · source
“Let me begin by thanking Special Representative of the Secretary-General Mr. Ruiz Massieu and Ms. Salcedo López for their briefings. We also welcome the participation of Foreign Minister Leyva Durán in today’s meeting. With the signing of the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace, Colombia has embarked on a transformative process for reaching “total peace” by reducing social inequalities and pursuing dialogue with armed groups. It is a process that requires vision and courage, and we commend President Petro Urrego and the Colombian Government for their resolve to press ahead with concrete measures to make total peace a reality.”
2023-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9374 (2023) · source
“We believe that inclusive dialogue and implementing transitional arrangements are crucial preconditions to restoring democratic rule and institutions. We implore all stakeholders to foster unity and inclusivity and include women and young people in all relevant deliberations. It is also urgent to address the violence against girls and women, and we urge for more sanctions in that regard. Albania remains hopeful that, in a spirit of national unity, solidarity and urgency, positive change and sustainable reform can be achieved in Haiti. In conclusion, Albania reaffirms its full support for the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti and looks forward to the renewal of its mandate.”
2023-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9368 (2023) · source
“We also welcome the efforts of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2653 (2022) to manage the situation in Haiti and once again thank its Chair, Ambassador Biang, for sharing his experience and insights from his recent visit to Haiti and the Dominican Republic. The international community must work in synergy with the Haitian authorities towards their common goals and aspirations. We can succeed only if we empower the Haitian people to restore their domestic sovereignty and govern themselves democratically in peace and harmony. We acknowledge the commendable endeavours of the High Transitional Council to consolidate consensus on navigating the political transition through its recent national political forum.”
2023-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9368 (2023) · source
“It is for that reason, in line with the Secretary- General’s call for urgent assistance to Haiti after his visit and participation in the forty-fifth regular meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community, held in Trinidad and Tobago, that Albania supports the deployment of a multinational force to assist the Haitian National Police in defeating and dismantling the gangs and in restoring security across the country. We agree with the Secretary-General that the conditions are desperate, but solutions are possible if we act now. That non-United Nations international force will be crucial to allowing the country to restore order and the rule of law, revitalize the judicial system, address impunity and create an environment conducive to the holding of future elections.”
2023-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9368 (2023) · source
“We are alarmed by the growing power of gangs, which are spreading insecurity and violence and producing ever-greater political instability that hampers the efforts of the public authorities to respond to extreme poverty and natural disasters. As we have heard, Haitians are in desperate need of help and are asking for it in every way they can. The Council must answer their pleas for help and act swiftly. Haitians need all the help they can get, starting with life-saving humanitarian aid, but the first problem we must resolve is that of security.”
2023-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9368 (2023) · source
“Let me also begin by thanking Special Representative of the Secretary- General Salvador Crespo, Ambassador Biang in his capacity as the Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2653 (2022) concerning Haiti and Ms. Gilles for their insights. We also appreciate the participation and the briefing of the Prime Minister of Jamaica on behalf of Caribbean Community (CARICOM), and we commend CARICOM for its efforts in extending aid to Haiti. We also welcome the Ministers for Foreign Affairs of Haiti and the Dominican Republic and the Permanent Representative of Barbados to this meeting. We remain extremely concerned by the dire and still worsening crisis in Haiti.”
2023-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9368 (2023) · source
“As Under- Secretary-General Griffiths mentioned, the 12-month extension will also help with early-recovery assistance. Syrians and humanitarian actors are looking to us to ensure humanitarian access for at least 12 months. Now is the time to recommit to supporting them and addressing Syrians’ dire needs. There is no alternative. We should keep in mind that humanitarian aid must never be politicized by anyone, and that all must help to facilitate humanitarian access and the protection of relief workers. We deeply appreciate the generosity of donor countries and underscore the importance of offering them predictability by extending the mandate by 12 months. In conclusion, let us repeat that a political solution is the only way to end the suffering of the Syrian people. Without it, the humanitarian needs will continue to further increase.”
2023-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9363 (2023) · source
“We call on all States Members of the United Nations to support the draft resolution in the General Assembly today, which will offer some relief to the families. The next few weeks will be very important when it comes to responding to the humanitarian needs of the Syrian people and with regard to the Council’s responsibility to deliver, especially after the earthquake in Syria. In that context, we call on all members to support the renewal of the Bab Al-Hawa cross-border mandate for another 12 months in order to ensure predictability and to make sure that the Bab Al-Salam and Al-Rai crossings remain open for as long as they are needed. Keeping in mind what the Secretary-General underlined in his recent report (S/2023/419), there is no reason to reduce humanitarian access.”
2023-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9363 (2023) · source
“At the same time, however, it is only natural that the immediate humanitarian needs of the Syrian people remain a priority for every one of us on the Security Council, considering that Syria is one of the most demanding humanitarian crises in the world, with 15 million people depending on life-saving humanitarian aid for their survival and more than 100,000 Syrians missing. When it comes to missing persons, today we want to take this opportunity to underline once more the purely humanitarian nature of the independent institution proposed in the draft resolution that is before the General Assembly today (A/77/L.79), which is a key demand of Syrian families and recommended in the report of the Secretary-General (A/76/890).”
2023-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9363 (2023) · source
“I thank Under-Secretary- General Griffiths for his briefing following his visit to Syria and Deputy Special Envoy Rochdi for her insights. We remain deeply troubled about the persistently worsening situation in Syria. The air strikes on 25 June in north-western Syria have reminded us that the war continues. Albania condemns the attack and calls for an impartial investigation and accountability. We deplore the lack of good faith and goodwill shown by the Al-Assad regime in preventing the Constitutional Committee from reconvening and starting to make genuine progress on drafting a democratic constitution. There can be no alternative to the full and immediate implementation of all aspects of resolution 2254 (2015) if Syria is ever to begin a political transition towards a free and democratic country.”
2023-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9363 (2023) · source
“The trials and convictions of several individuals for war crimes, crimes against humanity and other serious human rights violations have been encouraging, and we appreciate the support provided to the Government by MONUSCO and the United Nations Joint Human Rights Office in that fight. Lastly, in the context of the ongoing discussions on the revised transition plan for MONUSCO, I want to reaffirm our strong support for the Mission and its undisputed contribution to protecting civilians. In that context, it will be important to have a gradual exit in order to prevent any security vacuum.”
2023-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9358 (2023) · source
“We condemn in the strongest terms CODECO’s attack on the Lala internally displaced persons camp in Ituri and express our condolences to the Government and the people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is sad to see that the natural resources of the Democratic Republic of the Congo have been a driver of conflict rather than a pole of shared development. Albania reiterates its call to all Congolese and foreign armed groups to end the spiral of violence that has plagued the country and to rejoin the Demobilization, Disarmament, Community Recovery and Stabilization Programme. At the same time, the recent bill establishing a military reserve force should be cautiously reviewed in order to prevent any undermining of the gains achieved under the Nairobi process.”
2023-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9358 (2023) · source
“Despite all the efforts, Kinshasa and Kigali seem to remain hostage to their respective concerns, suffocating the chances of a rapprochement. Only brave and sincere dialogue can produce lasting compromises. In that vein, the withdrawal of the M-23 from the occupied areas should be completed, in line with the decisions of the Luanda communiqué. Thirdly, turning to the security and humanitarian situation in the east, Albania is alarmed by the dramatic surge in violence in Ituri and North Kivu, perpetrated mainly by the Coopérative pour le développement du Congo (CODECO) and the Allied Democratic Forces, which have expanded their territorial activities and deadly attacks on civilians.”
2023-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9358 (2023) · source
“The twenty-first extraordinary summit of the Heads of State of the East African Community (EAC) provided only temporary rather than sustainable assurances. We welcome the decision of the Southern African Development Community troika to deploy part of its standby force. We also welcome Angola’s leadership in deploying troops to protect the staff of the ad hoc verification mechanism and secure the sites from the Mouvement du 23 mars (M-23), as well as the assistance provided by the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) in that process. Albania has repeatedly emphasized the crucial need for enhanced coordination and synergies between the Congolese armed forces, MONUSCO, the EAC regional force and the ad hoc verification mechanism.”
2023-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9358 (2023) · source
“I would like to begin by thanking Assistant Secretary-General Pobee for her briefing, and I welcome the Permanent Representative of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to today’s meeting. Let me make some observations on the reporting period. First, the temporary conclusion of voter registration was a significant milestone in the electoral process, despite the inability to conduct the exercise all over the country. Nevertheless, Albania takes note of the concerns regarding the process of updating the voter’s register. We encourage the authorities to address those concerns in an inclusive and transparent manner. Secondly, Albania welcomes the regional efforts to advance peace processes in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2023-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9358 (2023) · source
“We call on all the parties to comply with their obligations under international humanitarian law and international human rights law and for the authorities to hold accountable those responsible for violations of human rights.”
2023-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9356 (2023) · source
“Despite Somalia’s progress under the enhanced Heavily Indebted Poor Countries Initiative, and the measures mitigating the risk of famine, we are seriously concerned about the humanitarian situation and the number of people affected by conflict and climate change. We join the urgent call of Somalia and the Secretary-General to fill the funding gap for the 2023 humanitarian response plan, in addition to calling for the development initiatives that are required to build community resilience. Unfortunately, women and children remain the most affected group of displaced people, as they are the most common targets of human rights violations, sexual violence and recruitment.”
2023-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9356 (2023) · source
“We pay tribute to ATMIS troops, who continue to serve and contribute to peace in Somalia. We also recognize the progress made by Somalia on assuming security responsibilities and force generation, as well as its positive efforts in strengthening its weapons and ammunition management capacity, which need to be continued. My delegation is also concerned about the ongoing conflict in Laascaanood. We encourage the Government to continue its de-escalating efforts in coordination with multilateral and bilateral partners and call on the parties to conflict to reach a ceasefire to put an end to the catastrophic humanitarian consequences, the destruction of infrastructure and the displacement of civilians. That leads me to my final point.”
2023-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9356 (2023) · source
“Turning now to the security situation, the fight against Al-Shabaab has been notable in terms of liberating territories and targeting its finances. In that vein, the agreement reached between Somalia and its neighbours to create the Frontline States initiative could be crucial for advancing that fight while the security transition continues. Nevertheless, the international community should spare no efforts in assisting Somalia with services in the liberated areas. Al-Shabaab remains a threat for the security of the country. Albania condemns in the strongest terms the terrorist attack on the base of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) on 26 May. We express our condolences to the families of the victims and the people and the Government of Uganda.”
2023-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9356 (2023) · source
“In political terms, despite the restricted cooperation between Puntland and the Federal Government, we are encouraged by the outreach between the Federal Government and the federal member states, resulting, among other things, in the creation of the national revenue authority and the planning and allocation agency. In addition to that, the decision to adopt a one-person, one-vote electoral model for Somalia and the historic elections held on 25 May in Puntland were a democratic milestone, allowing the voice of its citizens to be heard. That progress should be followed by a constitutional review process that is more inclusive for women, youth and marginalized groups and that widens and is more protective of its civic space.”
2023-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9356 (2023) · source
“Since this is the first time that Ms. Laing is briefing the Council, I would like to congratulate her on the assumption of her duties as the new Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Somalia and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) and wish her the best of luck. She can count on our support. I also thank the Special Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission for Somalia, Mr. Mohamed El-Amine Souef, and the Executive Director of the World Food Programme, Ms. Cindy McCain, for their briefings. Albania welcomes the President of Somalia, His Excellency Mr. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, to this meeting. We welcome the efforts that Somalia has made to advance the implementation of its key national priorities since President Mohamud took office last year.”
2023-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9356 (2023) · source
“Finally, Albania emphasizes the need for maritime security efforts to comply with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, which provides a comprehensive framework for establishing peace, good order and the security of coastal States. We remain resolute in our commitment to that cause with a view to strengthening maritime security, fostering regional stability and promoting the prosperity of the region.”
2023-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9355 (2023) · source
“That requires a holistic approach addressing their root causes, including the adverse effects of climate change, the lack of employment opportunities for young people and deficits in governance, while engaging all actors, particularly local communities and civil society. The Yaoundé Architecture, led and owned by the States of the region, has been effective in tackling maritime insecurity, but those States must provide further strategic guidance through regional structures, strengthen cooperation to disrupt and dismantle criminal networks, improve intelligence-sharing and leverage the private sector.”
2023-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9355 (2023) · source
“Albania commends the actions taken by the Gulf of Guinea countries and international partners in the past decade, and the advancement of interregional cooperation between the Economic Community of Central African States, the Economic Community of West African States and the Gulf of Guinea Commission. Those combined efforts have led to a steady decline in incidents. The Secretary-General’s most recent report (S/2022/818) highlighted that positive trend. We must seize this opportunity to consolidate the gains made by enhancing regional cooperation, strengthening maritime security and promoting the rule of law. The countries of the Gulf of Guinea should continue their efforts to combat piracy and maritime crime.”
2023-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9355 (2023) · source
“I too welcome and thank all the briefers for their insights today. As we mark the tenth anniversary of the signing of the Yaoundé Code of Conduct Concerning the Prevention and Repression of Piracy, Armed Robbery against Ships, and Illegal Maritime Activities in West and Central Africa, Albania welcomes the discussion on this important issue and the need to reflect on the gains achieved so far and the challenges ahead. The adoption of resolution 2634 (2022) was a significant step forward, reaffirming our commitment to safeguarding the maritime domain and promoting regional stability.”
2023-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9355 (2023) · source
“The Government must redouble its efforts, implement the outstanding benchmarks of the peace agreement and work closely with UNMISS to lay the groundwork for free, fair and democratic elections.”
2023-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9353 (2023) · source
“Thirdly, the dire humanitarian situation, including food insecurity, requires our attention. Criminality and road ambushes targeting humanitarian and commercial convoys have affected more than 460,000 people. We call on the Government to facilitate safe and unimpeded access for humanitarian partners to deliver critical aid across South Sudan. We strongly condemn violence against humanitarian personnel and assets and call for full accountability for those crimes. In conclusion, the electoral and constitutional processes are crucial elements to building a stable and peaceful South Sudan. We cannot allow the spillover effects of the crisis in the Sudan to impact the transition process.”
2023-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9353 (2023) · source
“That is further hampered by ongoing subnational violence across South Sudan. Regions such as Upper Nile and Jonglei have witnessed significant violence, mass displacement and high levels of sexual violence. Similarly, we express deep concerns about the recent ethnic clashes in the Malakal protection of civilians site. We urge the Government to intensify its efforts in tackling the ongoing violence, prevent further escalations and ensure accountability. To that end, the influx of refugees from the Sudan, including South Sudanese returnees, raises concerns about the risk of further intercommunal violence and ethnic clashes. The Government must work to address the root causes, mitigate tensions and collaborate with UNMISS to scale up the protection of civilians.”
2023-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9353 (2023) · source
“First, we are concerned by the delayed progress in the implementation of the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan and the road map. We welcome the advancements in the constitution-making and electoral processes, but further efforts are required to expedite the progress and facilitate the transition to a permanent government. We call on the transitional Government to focus on advancing outstanding reforms, including passing and enacting the National Elections Act, and to turn deployment plans for the necessary unified forces into concrete action. The Government must also work with UNMISS to effectively prepare for peaceful and inclusive elections, ensuring the meaningful participation of women and civil society. Secondly, the protection of civilians remains a strong concern.”
2023-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9353 (2023) · source
“I thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Haysom for his update and underline our support for the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). I also thank Mr. Charles Tai Gituai and Mr. Marco Impagliazzo for their informative briefings. Let me also thank the Community of Sant’Egidio for the work they do in different countries. We welcome the presence of South Sudan at this meeting. Albania welcomes the Secretary-General’s report (S/2023/433) and shares his concerns about the challenging situation in South Sudan, which has been worsened by the ongoing fighting in the Sudan, leading to an influx of weapons, refugees and interruptions of cross-border trade. I will briefly touch upon three areas.”
2023-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9353 (2023) · source
“Lastly, we appreciate the quick response and measures taken by the Mission on the latest case of sexual exploitation and abuse, in line with the commitment to zero tolerance of such incidents and the resolution 2272 (2016). No one should be immune to accountability.”
2023-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9352 (2023) · source
“In addition, we echo the call of the Secretary-General on political leaders to refrain from actions, including hate speech and incitement to violence, which could undermine progress and the implementation of the Political Agreement. Thirdly, Albania appreciates the continuous engagement of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), its renewed cooperation with the authorities and that dynamic response in bringing stability. We hope that relationship will deepen and include solutions to the challenges that MINUSCA is facing, namely, maintaining respect for the status-of- forces agreement and ensuring that the Mission can make full use of its aerial capacities.”
2023-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9352 (2023) · source
“The decentralization of the peace process is a step forward towards a much- needed inclusive environment and the de-escalation of the conflict through dialogue with emphasis on the continuation of the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration process. Albania welcomes the electoral preparation and the signing of the integrated elections security plan. Nevertheless, we are concerned about the call for a constitutional referendum and about the postponement of the preparations of the local elections. We call on the Government to ensure the inclusivity and transparency of that process, thus engaging with opposition and civil society, which would provide credibility and broad consensus to the process.”
2023-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9352 (2023) · source
“We encourage the authorities to push towards increasing access to justice for victims, including those of sexual violence, so that they may come forward without fear and to initiate swift and comprehensive investigations into human rights violations. As mentioned in the report of the Panel of Experts on the Central African Republic covering the most recent reporting period (see S/2023/360), the Wagner Group is responsible for grave human rights violations, non-compliance with notifications requirements and unilateral occupation of the premises of a private diamond company. Secondly, Albania is encouraged by the efforts of the Government to revitalize the peace process while harmonizing the Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in the Central African Republic and the Luanda road map.”
2023-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9352 (2023) · source
“I thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Rugwabiza for her briefing. I also thank the UN-Women Executive Director, the African Union Commissioner and the civil society representative for their insights. I welcome the participation of the Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Central African Republic to this meeting. Allow me to make three points. First, Albania is gravely concerned about the humanitarian situation in the country, which is worsened by the Sudanese conflict and leading to an increased number of refugees and returnees. We are also disappointed to see that the challenges to humanitarian access persist in combination with the continuing threats to civilians, movement and safety owing to the activities of armed groups.”
2023-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9352 (2023) · source
“The restrictions imposed on MINUSMA have posed significant barriers to the Mission’s effective and safe operation, leaving the Council with critical decisions to make regarding the mandate’s renewal. It is important to emphasize, as the Secretary-General highlighted, that maintaining the status quo is neither viable nor desirable. It is therefore imperative that the Council take action to navigate through the evolving situation and steer Mali towards a stable and peaceful future.”
2023-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9350 (2023) · source
“Thirdly, we commend MINUSMA for its efforts to implement its mandate and support the stabilization of Mali. However, we remain deeply concerned about the restrictions on the Mission’s freedom of movement, which impede its full implementation of its mandate and pose a significant risk to peacekeepers’ safety and security. During the internal review, the Secretary- General outlined four parameters for MINUSMA’s continued operation. It is regrettable that progress on those fronts has been limited. MINUSMA has a crucial role to play in documenting violations of human rights and international law, and the Mission should not be hampered in carrying out its assigned mandate. In conclusion, as Mali prepares to restore constitutional order by March 2024, several crucial tasks need to be addressed to ensure credible elections.”
2023-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9350 (2023) · source
“The escalating tensions between terrorist groups in Gao and Ménaka are threatening regional stability, as those groups are expanding their presence, gaining territorial control and causing forced displacement. We condemn the violence against civilians and call for enhanced protection measures. We are deeply concerned about the dramatic increase in violations of human rights and international humanitarian law, which have risen following the involvement of the Wagner Group. We call on the transitional authorities to act on the recommendations of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights following the investigation of the Moura atrocities. It is imperative that counter-terrorist operations comply with international obligations.”
2023-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9350 (2023) · source
“We hope that this weekend’s referendum will be conducted peacefully, and that it will take place all over the country and allow all who wish to vote to do so. At the same time, we stress the need for the political transition to be transparent and inclusive, taking into consideration the concerns of all stakeholders and civil society. Additionally, the implementation of the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali remains instrumental to stabilizing the north. We commend the international mediation team’s efforts to engage with the signatories. However, the transitional authorities and signatory groups must demonstrate their commitment to cooperating and to implementing the agreement, while refraining from escalating tensions. Secondly, the security situation poses increasing challenges.”
2023-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9350 (2023) · source
“I thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Wane for his informative briefing and honour the brave peacekeepers who have lost their lives in the line of duty, including most recently in Ber. We also welcome Foreign Minister Diop, who is with us today. Albania commends the dedicated peacekeepers and personnel of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA), who operate in a very challenging environment. The situation in Mali continues to deteriorate, with civilians bearing the brunt of increased violence, a lack of protection and a dire humanitarian situation. I would like to address three key areas of concern. First, the political transition is at a crucial phase.”
2023-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9350 (2023) · source
“In conclusion, we think the Security Council should be united in its support for the region and the Office and should adopt a presidential statement in that regard.”
2023-06-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9338 (2023) · source
“The challenges on the border between the Sudan, Chad and the Central African Republic should be addressed with continued dialogue and enhanced regional coordination. That leads me to the next point: climate change remains the underlying, silent driver of conflict and hardship in the region. The mass flooding, displacement and worsening of intercommunal tensions require collective solutions to develop capacities against climate change. We strongly commend the continued engagement of the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa in underscoring the implication of climate change, as well as its cooperation with the Economic Community of Central African States to promote joint efforts for peace and security in Central Africa.”
2023-06-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9338 (2023) · source
“Albania acknowledges Cameroon’s encouraging actions in addressing the crisis in the North-West and South-West regions. Nonetheless, we remain concerned about the humanitarian impact and human rights violations. It is crucial for humanitarian operations to go unhindered. The resolution of that conflict should be nationally owned and duly supported, as requested by international partners. As such, we encourage the Government to foster a political environment that enables broader political participation. Thirdly, with regard to the regional developments, Albania shares the concerns that the alarming escalation of violence in the Sudan is a destabilizing factor in an already extremely fragile region.”
2023-06-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9338 (2023) · source
“As far as Sao Tome and Principe is concerned, we welcome the investigations and measures of the authorities following the torture and death of the individuals detained since the 25 November 2022 events. Secondly, in terms of the security developments, despite national and regional efforts, the activities of armed groups in the region persist. The operations conducted by the Multinational Joint Task Force in the Far North region of Cameroon and the wider Lake Chad basin have brought together Cameroon and its neighbours in the fight against Boko Haram and other terrorist groups. Although a positive development, the Force cannot end the violent activities of extremist groups in the region if their exploitation of resources, recruitment or propaganda as an alternative to State weaknesses goes unchecked.”
2023-06-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9338 (2023) · source
“For the constitutional referendum and the eventual return to constitutional order, it is important that all parties pursue constructive dialogue. Preserving the democratic gains made across the region demands continuous efforts in safeguarding the civic space, human rights and ensuring accountability. In that vein, the political situation in the Central African Republic remains worrisome, with violations of human rights and humanitarian law committed by all parties, including by the Wagner Group. At the same time, obstructions to the mandate of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic are unacceptable, and the status of forces agreement must be fully respected.”
2023-06-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9338 (2023) · source