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first: 2022-01-31
most recent: 2023-12-21
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“As we have heard from many, the increased global pushback on womens’ and girls’ enjoyment of human rights is alarming. For that reason, we must redouble our efforts to make the women and peace and security normative framework a reality. We need to support and connect the work of the women at the grassroots level, including in conflict zones and in peace processes, to the women and peace and security agenda. In that regard, United Nations country teams and mediation teams, as well as Special Envoys, Special Representatives and other relevant stakeholders, should play a more proactive role. In that context, Albania strongly supports the Secretary-General’s call to action urging peacekeeping partners to invest in grassroots women’s networks and to support women’s mobilization for peace.”
2023-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9276 (2023) · source
“The gap has been widened further in different parts of the world. In Ukraine, the lives of millions of Ukrainian women and young girls have been devastated. In Afghanistan, the Taliban is a disaster for women, and they continue to fail the Afghan people in every respect. In Iran, Mahsa Amini launched an unstoppable struggle for basic dignity, and her tragic case demonstrates the brutality that women face in that country. The events in Syria, the Sudan, South Sudan, Myanmar, Haiti and Mali, to name only a few, have threatened not only the fragile gains of the women and peace and security agenda, but also the lives and work of women peacebuilders themselves. They have also tested the international community’s ability to fulfil the Council’s mandate of maintaining peace and security.”
2023-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9276 (2023) · source
“In that regard, the role of the Security Council in creating a comprehensive normative framework is undeniable, especially in integrating operational language and references to women and peace and security in its various resolutions. However, reality still needs to catch up with our common aspirations and determination. The implementation of the women peace and security agenda remains problematic, revealing a gap between promise and practice. That is especially glaring when it comes to women’s continued underrepresentation, and sometimes extreme marginalization, in formal decision-making on peace and security, including in peace negotiations and the general impunity still afforded to perpetrators of violence and abuses against women and girls, including conflict-related sexual violence.”
2023-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9276 (2023) · source
“We appreciate your focus on this issue during your presidency, Madam President, and we also thank the briefers for their information today. The adoption of resolution 1325 (2000), on women and peace and security, in October 2000 marked a historic moment. Over the years, the women and peace and security agenda has become a normative focal point for addressing the challenges, interests and aspirations of half of the world’s population — women and girls. Since the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000), the Council has adopted nine other resolutions on women and peace and security. And the issue has turned into one of the most dynamic and attention-grabbing topics, not only for the members of the Security Council but also for the wider United Nations membership.”
2023-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9276 (2023) · source
“In conclusion, as South Sudan prepares to hold elections, it is clear that much more work lies ahead to ensure the holding of free, fair and credible elections. We look forward to continuing engagement with the Council to ensure that UNMISS is provided with a robust mandate in order to respond to the challenges it faces and ensure the critical protection of civilians. Albania reaffirms its support for the people of South Sudan in their efforts to find lasting peace and develop their country.”
2023-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9274 (2023) · source
“However, further efforts must be taken to prevent an escalation of violence and enhance the protection of women and girls, including by making gains on implementing the security arrangements by initiating the second phase of the process and deploying the necessary unified forces, with adequate budgetary and logistical support. Thirdly, approximately 9.4 million people will require humanitarian or protection needs this year, while at the same time struggling with climate-induced insecurity — that is alarming for a population of 11.5 million people. We urge the Government of South Sudan to fulfil its responsibilities, respond to the situation and ensure the safety and security of humanitarian workers as they deliver on those critical needs.”
2023-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9274 (2023) · source
“Secondly, we are deeply concerned about the security situation and the increased subnational violence, which have provoked the displacement of thousands of civilians, and we urge the Government to guarantee unhindered access for UNMISS. The alarming increase of conflict-related sexual violence and the large-scale abductions of women and children clearly indicate a need for the protection of civilians to remain a key priority for the Government and the Mission. Albania strongly condemns the violence and calls on the Government to take all action necessary to tackle human rights violations and hold the perpetrators to account. We welcome the Government’s deployment of troops to de-escalate tensions.”
2023-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9274 (2023) · source
“First, the timely implementation of the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan and the road map remains crucial during the extension of the transition period. It is therefore imperative that South Sudan leaders respect the Agreement, signed with all parties, and redouble their efforts to implement the outstanding benchmarks, which are long overdue. The Government’s request for assistance from the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) for the preparation of elections is welcome, but the parties must create conditions that are conducive to inclusive and credible elections, with broad political consensus and the inclusion of women, young people and civil society.”
2023-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9274 (2023) · source
“Let me begin by joining others in congratulating Malta on its successful presidency of the Security Council in February and by wishing you, Mr. President, all the best in the month of March. Returning to the topic of discussion, I thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Haysom and Mr. Talahma for their updates. My thanks also go to the Peacebuilding Commission for its information. I also welcome the presence of the Permanent Representative of South Sudan at today’s meeting. As we heard, the situation in South Sudan remains complex and is challenged by humanitarian needs, insecurity, climate change and forced displacement. I will briefly touch on those issues.”
2023-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9274 (2023) · source
“We welcome the launch of the Somali action plan to implement the Somali Women’s Charter and the national action plan on resolution 1325 (2000), and urge for their genuine implementation. Lastly, I would like to reiterate our support for UNSOM and thank the international partners of Somalia who have contributed to peacebuilding and have supported the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) and the Somali authorities in gradually taking over their security responsibilities, a challenging process that will require constructive efforts from all sides until the full security takeover is completed. We also commend ATMIS for its sacrifices and call for its continued support and collaboration with Somali forces in order to meet the expectations for the Somalia Transition Plan.”
2023-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9267 (2023) · source
“We are deeply disturbed by the devastating impact of the drought on women and children, who make up more than 80 per cent of Somalia’s displaced population and are frequent victims of human rights violations and conflict-related sexual violence. The increase in sexual and gender-based violence is deeply concerning. We urge the Federal Government to investigate without delay all reported cases of sexual and gender-based violence and to hold the perpetrators to account. As we are all aware, planning, directing or committing acts of sexual and gender-based violence are stand-alone listing criteria under the Somalia sanctions regime. We in the Security Council should make greater use of that provision and use targeted sanctions as a way to punish the perpetrators of such crimes.”
2023-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9267 (2023) · source
“In that vein, support for the implementation of the updated national stabilization strategy is key to securing the areas recovered from Al-Shabaab. In addition to that, the adoption of the new counter-terrorism strategy is a positive step in eroding the ability of Al-Shabaab to impose taxation, recruitment and territorial control. Somalia needs the support of the international community, along with its neighbours, who share the same challenges. The summit convened on 1 February in Mogadishu proved the regional dimension of the threat caused by Al-Shabaab and the need for common efforts to counter terrorism.”
2023-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9267 (2023) · source
“However, that process should be pushed further to include all federal member states. The limited cooperation announced by Puntland is indeed concerning, as are the bloody tensions in Laascaanood. De-escalation and dialogue are the only way forward, and including all stakeholders, mainly women and youth, is a must. We are following the developments in the fight against Al-Shabaab. While we commend Government- led offensive operations against the terrorist group, we are alarmed by the ability of Al-Shabaab to carry out high-impact attacks against Government security forces and civilian targets in urban centres across the country. It is crucial for military operations to be combined with socioeconomic measures. We cannot afford to risk losing State control of the newly liberated areas because the population’s essential needs are not met.”
2023-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9267 (2023) · source
“I would also like to thank the Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General for the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM); Special Representative Mohamed El-Amine Souef and Executive Director Bahous for their comprehensive briefings. We also welcome the Permanent Representative of Somalia to today’s meeting. We are encouraged by the political and security momentum in Somalia, but, with regard to the humanitarian response, more needs to be done. We welcome the progress made on the implementation of Federal Government priorities, and the holding of regular meetings of the National Consultative Council has contributed to it. We welcome the agreement on the distribution of powers between the Federal Government and the federal member states.”
2023-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9267 (2023) · source
“We have noted the Government’s intention to keep local elections separate from a potential constitutional referendum and echo the Secretary- General’s call for an open and meaningful dialogue to meet the Central African population’s aspirations for durable peace.”
2023-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9265 (2023) · source
“While we are encouraged by the electoral preparations and the new electoral calendar, we call on the Government and all stakeholders to commit to creating an environment conducive to a wider democratic space, with more meaningful participation of women and young people, that can ultimately enable free and fair elections later this year. We also welcome the integrated electoral security plan signed this month between the Government and MINUSCA to facilitate the security measures necessary for holding local elections. In conclusion, we are concerned about the debate on constitutional reform and changes in the Constitutional Court and welcome the efforts of MINUSCA to engage with the Government, opposition leaders and other stakeholders to encourage dialogue to address those issues.”
2023-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9265 (2023) · source
“We urge the Government to deepen its engagement with Chad and the Sudan to address the persistent insecurity in their border areas, and all the armed groups to renounce violence and recommit to the peace process. Peace and security cannot be achieved without accountability and justice. In that regard, Albania welcomes the renewal until 2028 of the mandate of the Special Criminal Court. We believe that equal access to justice for all citizens is crucial to ending impunity. We are also following the political developments that could create new risks for the country if not handled properly.”
2023-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9265 (2023) · source
“The conflict-related sexual violence, grave violations against children, undermining of humanitarian access and attacks on humanitarian personnel must stop. That brings me to my next point. It is vital to reinvigorate the efforts to implement the Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in the Central African Republic through the joint road map for peace in the Central African Republic of the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region. We commend the recent dissolution of four armed groups as a positive step in that direction and call on the Government to accelerate its efforts to bring the remaining armed groups to the negotiating table as a critical element in the success and consolidation of the disarmament, demobilization, reintegration and repatriation programmes.”
2023-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9265 (2023) · source
“While we note the progress that has been made in building trust and increasing communication, we believe that implementing the status-of-forces agreement is essential. We welcome the Government’s decision to lift the ban on MINUSCA’s night flights for medical and casualty evacuations. However, we continue to be concerned about the ongoing violations of the status- of-forces agreement and restrictions on the freedom of movement and operational capacities of the Mission, including the suspension of unmanned aerial system flights, which undermine operational effectiveness, as the Special Representative mentioned. Albania also remains deeply concerned about the security situation and the troubling trend of human rights violations by armed groups and especially the Wagner Group.”
2023-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9265 (2023) · source
“I would like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Rugwabiza and Ambassador Hilale, in his capacity as the Chairperson of the Central African Republic country-specific configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission, for their briefings. I would also like to welcome the Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Central African Republic to this meeting. Albania is grateful to the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) for its tireless efforts to support the national authorities in fostering peace in the country. The relationship between the Central African Republic and MINUSCA should be based on mutual respect.”
2023-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9265 (2023) · source
“We also urge all countries to repatriate their citizens from the camps in Syria and Iraq. Repatriation and reintegration should be part of our fight against terrorism. Albania has done its part, has repatriated Albanians from Syria and Iraq and has designed comprehensive reintegration programmes in order to give those people a second chance in life. We believe that is the right policy for everyone to follow. In conclusion, Albanian fully supports the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy. We need a global response to counter terrorism, with the United Nations having a central role in coordinating all efforts.”
2023-02-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9257 (2023) · source
“In the meantime, we must fight the manifestations of terrorism with all our might, but we must do so without violating the values and norms that we cherish, while seeking to protect ourselves from terrorism. We must ensure accountability and design policies that are victim-centred and gender-sensitive. Our collective fight against terrorism must be a just fight, in full compliance with international law. We support the listing of more individuals under the sanctions regime of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (Da’esh), Al-Qaida and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and entities — a regime that provides us with powerful tools to cut the financial lifeline of terrorist groups.”
2023-02-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9257 (2023) · source
“Da’esh continues to gather resources in order to fund its terrorist ideology and activities, as do other terrorist groupings, such as Al-Qaida, Al-Shabaab and the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant — Khorasan Province. They exploit modern technology and communication in order to spread death and destruction, and we should do more to prevent that. The persistent threat of terrorism requires us to reconsider our fight against it and to fight it at the source. That requires us to invest in education, health, sustainable development, the rule of law and just societies. Our best defence against terrorism is to create the necessary conditions for people to live in dignity, with their rights and freedoms protected. That is how we will become immune to the plague of terrorism.”
2023-02-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9257 (2023) · source
“I thank Under-Secretary- General Voronkov and Acting Director Weixiong Chen for their briefings. We are truly grateful to the United Nations for the work that they do in that regard. I also thank Ms. Praxl, the civil society representative, for her very informative briefing. Furthermore, what we have taken away from the report of the Secretary-General (S/2023/76) is that terrorism remains a serious threat to international peace and security. As many others noted, terrorism continues to spread across the African continent, especially the Sahel, where terrorist groups continue to proliferate and harm civilians. And we have seen that groups such as the Wagner Group are not the solution. As we heard, despite all actions undertaken against Da’esh, the group continues to recruit new members, including women.”
2023-02-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9257 (2023) · source
“Albania welcomes the Secretary-General’s detailed internal review of MINUSMA, which we consider to be a good basis to begin our discussions on the future of the Mission. We commend the work of the United Nations in preparing the review, in consultations with the Malian authorities, as mentioned by the Special Representative, which is essential considering the importance of MINUSMA’s presence in Mali and the need to strengthen the Mission to better deliver its mandate. In conclusion, we look forward to engaging with Council members and relevant stakeholders in the coming months to ensure the best course of action for MINUSMA and the people of Mali,”
2023-01-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9251 (2023) · source
“Furthermore, we regret the signatory movements’ decision to suspend their participation in the Agreement Monitoring Committee and stress the importance of the peace agreement in stabilizing the situation. We call for enhanced engagement and coordination among relevant stakeholders to implement the agreement and achieve long-term peace in Mali. We are also deeply concerned about the persistent restrictions MINUSMA continues to face, including on ground and air movements and the denial of flight requests, especially in areas where counter-terrorism operations are conducted. The review clearly states that the Mission cannot continue with the status quo. The Malian authorities must work with MINUSMA and allow the mission to operate safely and freely, without obstacles, as mandated, including in its human rights monitoring.”
2023-01-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9251 (2023) · source
“We welcome the support of MINUSMA in that process. The growing violent extremist and terrorist threat is alarming. We are concerned that, if not properly addressed, the changing security architecture in Mali has the potential to create security vacuums, which can destabilize the country and the region. In that regard, we fear that the presence of the Wagner Group poses a significant threat to the safety of peacekeepers and civilians. As highlighted by the Secretary-General, MINUSMA has documented serious violations of human rights and international humanitarian law during military operations with the involvement of foreign security personnel belonging to the Wagner Group. We condemn those acts and urge the Malian authorities to reassess their partnership and to release the findings of ongoing investigations.”
2023-01-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9251 (2023) · source
“We welcome the release of the Ivorian soldiers by the Malian authorities and the diplomatic efforts of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the United Nations and other actors. As mentioned by the civil society representative, those efforts are very important when it comes to regional relations. The implementation of the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali and coordination with all the relevant actors is key in that process. In that context, the implementation of the electoral calendar, within the agreed timelines, with ECOWAS must be a priority to facilitate a democratic transition. We urge the Malian authorities to focus their efforts on advancing outstanding legislative matters and the constitutional process, including establishing a single legislative management body.”
2023-01-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9251 (2023) · source
“I would like to thank Special Representative Wane for his briefing today and to commend the important work carried out by the personnel and peacekeepers of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA), who operate in very difficult conditions. I also extend my thanks to Ms. Dicko for her frank assessment and welcome Minister Diop to this meeting. The political and security situation in Mali has faced significant challenges and setbacks. The socioeconomic crisis has deepened, humanitarian needs have risen, the civic space is shrinking and the number of internally displaced persons continues to increase, with women and children being the most affected.”
2023-01-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9251 (2023) · source
“In conclusion, we believe that it is important that the Council keep its promise to ensure accountability, as set out in resolution 1593 (2005), give the right signals to promote justice and ensure accountability for the atrocities committed in the Sudan.”
2023-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9249 (2023) · source
“Albania calls on the Sudanese authorities to provide unimpeded, secure access to crime scenes, relevant documentation, public archives and Government witnesses and to support executing the ICC arrest warrants for senior officials so that they can face justice and allow the Court to establish a permanent office with a greater field presence. As Prosecutor Khan said, enhanced cooperation between the ICC Prosecutor and the Government of the Sudan is a must for the ICC to achieve its mission. In our view, it requires honest and inclusive dialogue with representatives of the political spectrum and civil society, especially women and youth.”
2023-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9249 (2023) · source
“At the same time, as a landmark trial, that serves as a strong reminder to all the perpetrators of war crimes and crimes against humanity that justice will be served, however long it may take — for the sake of the people. Impunity, at the end, will be only history. We regret to hear that 34 requests for assistance from Office of the Prosecutor remain pending and that the Office has faced unnecessary hurdles, even to access public archives and documentation. Those actions are nothing other than a further attempt to delay justice. We took note of the information shared by Prosecutor Khan on cooperation with the Sudanese authorities and urge them to stick to their written commitments and cooperate with the Office of the Prosecutor, in accordance with resolution 1593 (2005) and the memorandum of understanding with the ICC.”
2023-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9249 (2023) · source
“Let me thank Prosecutor Khan for his briefing. We commend him and his team, including the Special Adviser on Darfur, for their dedication to bringing about justice for the victims of the war crimes and crimes against humanity committed in Darfur. We strongly support the International Criminal Court (ICC) in fulfilling its mission. The ICC’s commitment to accountability is the only anchor of hope for the survivors and the victims’ families. The welcoming of Prosecutor Khan to Darfur in August 2022 demonstrates that. We praise the progress made on the trial of Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman, as mentioned by Prosecutor Khan. That is an important tangible step towards delivering justice to the people of Darfur.”
2023-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9249 (2023) · source
“We remain deeply worried and condemn the terrorist attacks by the Houthis against international maritime shipping and on the port infrastructure. We deplore their economic war, which is further worsening the economic hardship of the Yemenis and delaying the recovery of the country. The violation of the arms embargo by the Houthis is deeply concerning. The recent seizure of rifles that were being smuggled from Iran to Yemen is not only a serious breach of resolution 2216 (2015) but also another reminder of the malign activities of Iran in the region and the determination of the Houthis to prolong the conflict. In conclusion, let me reiterate once more our support for Special Envoy Grundberg and his efforts to renew the truce.”
2023-01-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9244 (2023) · source
“We reiterate our call on the Houthis to put an end to that discriminatory practice against women and allow them to perform their duties, at a time when two out of every three Yemenis are in urgent need of assistance. Among those whose lives depend on humanitarian assistance are also the 12 million children who suffer from a lack of food, water and medical assistance. Any attempt to prevent the provision of humanitarian aid to children is inhumane, and their malnutrition remains an acute challenge of the humanitarian landscape in Yemen. We also join the call for the immediate release of all the staff of the United Nations, non-governmental organizations and other civilians, as well as the employees of the United States of America and the United Nations, who have been detained by Yemen.”
2023-01-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9244 (2023) · source
“We appreciate the efforts of global and regional actors, such as Saudi Arabia and Oman, and the efforts of the Government of Yemen to renew the truce. We reiterate our appreciation for the work of Special Envoy Grundberg and fully support his efforts in bringing the parties together to find a lasting solution. The prolongation of the pain and suffering of Yemeni people is unacceptable, and we call on the parties, especially the Houthis, to end the hostilities and allow humanitarian workers to deliver life-saving aid to people who are in dire need. We deplore and condemn all constraints that restrict humanitarian workers from fulfilling their vital mission, and we are deeply concerned at the imposition of mahram for aid workers.”
2023-01-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9244 (2023) · source
“Allow me to begin by thanking Special Envoy Grundberg and Under- Secretary-General Griffiths for their hard work and their briefings today. Since the beginning of October 2022, the members of the Security Council have called for the truce to be renewed, extended and expanded, and we deeply regret that the appeal has not been heard by all. The obstructive behaviour of the Houthis and their unreasonable demands have hampered the renewal of the truce. We call on the Houthis to engage in good faith to extend the truce and reach a durable ceasefire in order to allow for a lasting political solution to the conflict, which should be Yemeni-led and Yemeni-owned under the auspices of the United Nations.”
2023-01-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9244 (2023) · source
“The United Nations Integrated Strategy for the Sahel and the United Nations Support Plan for the Sahel are key frameworks for addressing the current challenges, and we encourage actors to coordinate their implementation efforts. In conclusion, we welcome the joint strategic assessment of security and governance in the Sahel and anticipate the related recommendations. We also look forward to providing UNOWAS with a fit-for- purpose mandate by the end of the month and hope that we can agree on a presidential statement in order to demonstrate the Council’s unity on the matter.”
2023-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9238 (2023) · source
“Fourthly, the dire humanitarian situation demands our attention, especially given that instability, violence, forced displacement, climate shocks and food insecurity have reached alarming levels. Moreover, the closure of more than 11,000 schools is a very disturbing trend that has deprived at least 40 million children of their fundamental right to an education. We also stress the important role that Resident Coordinators play in facilitating much-required humanitarian assistance in the region. We deplore the events in Burkina Faso and join the call of the Secretary-General in that regard. It is clear that United Nations support remains critical to addressing the complex crisis facing the region.”
2023-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9238 (2023) · source
“We stress the importance of the representation of women and young people in political and decision-making processes, and we urge Governments, with the support of UNOWAS, to promote their full and meaningful participation. Thirdly, we are concerned about the continued deterioration of the security situation in large parts of the Sahel, including the terrorist threat, which is expanding from the Sahel towards coastal West African countries. In that context, we welcome regional anti-terrorism mechanisms, including the Accra Initiative. The presence of the Wagner Group also poses a significant threat to human rights and international humanitarian law, and we urge Governments in the region to consider the long-term risks in that regard.”
2023-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9238 (2023) · source
“We commend the efforts and leadership of ECOWAS in responding to the political crises and supporting countries towards the restoration of constitutional rule. Secondly, this year is crucial for West Africa and the Sahel as the region prepares for several important elections. We encourage political actors to pursue inclusive dialogue and build consensus on outstanding disagreements in order to ensure the peaceful conduct of elections. We welcomed the elections held in Benin on Sunday with the increased participation of parties, as well as the holding of peaceful legislative elections in Senegal in July. We also welcome developments such as the peace accord in Nigeria.”
2023-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9238 (2023) · source
“I thank Deputy Special Representative Biha and Mr. Touray, the President of the Commission of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), for their informative briefings. Albania commends the good offices of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) in promoting inclusive dialogue, stability and peace in the region and welcomes the cooperation with ECOWAS. I would first like to draw attention to the growing political instability in West Africa and the Sahel. In the past two years, unconstitutional changes of Government have become an alarming trend. We urge Governments in the region to focus on resolving the governance crisis and strengthening their democratic institutions.”
2023-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9238 (2023) · source
“But we cannot pay for the restoration of normal life in Syria without fighting impunity and holding the perpetrators of all crimes accountable. In conclusion, Syria needs an inclusive and active political process, with the full and meaningful participation of women and civil society, to allow for a political transition to take place, and we encourage Special Envoy Pedersen to continue working with the Women’s Advisory Board and the Civil Society Support Room in that regard. That is the only way to meet the aspirations of the Syrian people. Albania fully supports all efforts to that effect and the role played by the Special Envoy.”
2022-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9230 (2022) · source
“The Syrian regime has fed the Syrian people and the world with false hopes about the whereabouts of hundreds of thousands of missing persons and detainees. The Syrian regime must immediately release all detainees and provide complete information about all missing persons. We strongly support the Secretary- General’s proposal for a new mechanism on missing persons to provide long-awaited closure for millions of Syrians. At the same time, Syria needs all the help it can get to move out of the hellish place it has been forced into. It needs to restore its basic infrastructure to make normal life possible, and the life of ordinary Syrians bearable. Concrete plans and projects within the framework of the step-for-step approach are needed.”
2022-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9230 (2022) · source
“The humanitarian catastrophe in Syria is human- made. It is a political choice. But there should be no doubt concerning the renewal of the humanitarian mandate — the lifeline for millions of Syrians. Both the 12 December special report of the Secretary- General (S/2022/933) on humanitarian needs in Syria and his regular 60-day report (S/2022/956) emphasize that cross-line operations, while important, cannot currently replace the cross-border operation in size or scope. We also want to stress the important role that carveout resolution 2664 (2022) can play in the case of Syria. The renewal is the bare minimum we can do to meet the basic needs of the people in Syria. The Council will lose its credibility in the eyes of Syrians and of the world if it fails to live up to meeting its minimal humanitarian obligations.”
2022-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9230 (2022) · source
“Let me also begin by expressing our thanks to Special Envoy Pedersen and Under-Secretary-General Griffiths for their briefings today and for their tireless efforts to improve the lives of ordinary Syrians. The grim reality that they have described is another reminder of how challenging the situation in Syria is for the international community and how little has been achieved despite efforts. We welcome the recent engagement of Special Envoy Pedersen with the parties with regard to reconvening the Constitutional Committee and promoting his step- for-step initiative. We share the view of the Special Envoy that those are important steps that all parties could take to help build trust and confidence and end the suffering of all Syrians. There is no alternative to negotiations and the constitutional route to return Syria to normality.”
2022-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9230 (2022) · source
“In conclusion, the next two years are crucial for South Sudan’s leaders to make gains on the electoral and constitutional processes, to set the country on the path towards credible and democratic elections. We call on neighbouring States, regional organizations and the international community to continue to monitor the peace agreement and ensure that South Sudan finalizes the required security sector reform and passes the necessary legislation.”
2022-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9219 (2022) · source
“We also join other Security Council members in urging the Security Council Committee established pursuant to 2206 (2015) concerning South Sudan to facilitate a briefing by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict, as mandated in resolution 2633 (2022). Thirdly, the humanitarian situation has, concerningly, taken a heavy toll, owing to the outbreak of violence, food insecurity and climate shocks. South Sudan remains one of the most dangerous places for humanitarian actors. We urge the Government and the local authorities to guarantee full and unimpeded humanitarian access, protect humanitarian workers and remove bureaucratic hurdles in order to ensure support can reach those in need. We commend the efforts of UNMISS to safeguard humanitarian access and the increased patrols to deter violence.”
2022-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9219 (2022) · source
“We call for the hostilities to cease immediately in order to prevent further loss of lives. We commend UNMISS for its role and the physical protection provided to those seeking shelter at the Malakal protection-of-civilians site, as they are putting pressure on already stretched capacities. However, we recall that the Government of South Sudan bears the responsibility to protect civilians, and we urge them to take action and respond to the situation. Human rights violations, including sexual and gender-based violence, have continued to worsen and are even being used as a weapon of war by all sides. Albania strongly condemns that and urges the South Sudanese leaders to investigate all reports and hold perpetrators to account, including officials accused of overseeing systematic gang rapes.”
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“As the Secretary-General raised in his report (S/2022/918), we are concerned about some benchmarks that have already been missed, including the reconstitution of the Political Parties Council and the National Elections Commission, as that could result in leaders slipping back into the status quo. Similarly, focus must be placed on conducting the necessary security sector reforms. We welcome the completion of the graduation of the necessary unified forces. However, a clear plan is now required for their deployment in order to strengthen the security response in South Sudan. We commend the constitution-making process bill passed in October and hope it will provide a legal framework to guide the development of a permanent constitution. Secondly, Albania condemns the ongoing violence in Upper Nile state and in northern Jonglei.”
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