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first: 2020-01-09
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“However, a year has now elapsed and the current political impasse has taken hold. Drawing on that experience, we should encourage inclusive and meaningful dialogue among all Iraqi political parties rather than calling for expedited solutions today. Only thus will they be able to bridge their differences and make the necessary political agreements beforehand. In that regard, we see value in the organization of the national dialogue proposed by the Iraqi Prime Minister, and we hope all political groups in Iraq can participate in that dialogue. We also note with satisfaction that the Special Representative attended two sessions of that national dialogue, on 17 August and 5 September. Brazil, of course, stands ready to lend its support to Iraqi efforts to achieve peace and stability in the country.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“Under the terms of resolution 2631 (2022), we convene to assess the progress made in the implementation of the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI). As a mission under Chapter VI of the Charter of the United Nations, UNAMI’s mandate hinges upon the consent of the Iraqi Government. It is therefore only fair that we turn to Iraqi officials for further input. In our view, the most important aspect of UNAMI’s mandate is to support the Iraqi Government on advancing political dialogue and national reconciliation. Success in the implementation of that mandate should be measured through concrete results. Brazil had hoped that the circumstances in Iraq would have allowed for the swift formation of a Government based on the outcome of the October 2021 elections.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“As protesters have once again taken to the streets to express their frustration with domestic politics in Iraq, Brazil calls upon the Iraqi authorities, the political leaders and parties and the Iraqi population, in general, to exercise restraint and not to fuel violence, hatred or civil unrest. Brazil is also concerned with the attacks in the Iraqi Kurdistan region last week. Like other recent attacks on Iraq from without, they are contrary to international law and threaten the territorial integrity of the country and the stability of the entire region. In that regard, we acknowledge the importance of calls from within the Council for the protection of civilians under all circumstances.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“Let me start by echoing your words, Mr. President, commending the French presidency during the month of September. I also wish Gabon all the best during the month of October. Gabon can count on Brazil. I would like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for her briefing, and I would like to welcome the delegation of Iraq to this meeting. Like the written report submitted by the Secretary-General to the Council Members a week ago (S/2022/714), the presentation made by the Special Representative today reminds us of events in Iraq that we have been following closely, including through our Embassy in Baghdad.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“It is in the interests of all to clarify the incident and seek a prompt solution in order to avoid worsening the energy crisis in Europe. We encourage those involved to cooperate in the investigation efforts and to work together to ensure that the necessary repairs take place as soon as possible.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9144 (2022) · source
“I thank Assistant Secretary-General Hanif, Mr. Kupriyanov and Mr. Eyl- Mazzega for their briefings. This week’s incident is undoubtedly a cause for concern for all in the light of its potential for further disrupting Europe’s energy security with ripple effects on the world economy. We must also be aware of the significant environmental impact that such a disaster implies for local maritime life, along with the threat to our global effort to combat climate change represented by the amounts of greenhouse gases leaked. It is critical to ensure that reactions are based on sound information. We urge for additional information to be regularly shared with Council members on the status of the Nord Stream pipelines. We also believe that an investigation of the events should precede any conclusions.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9144 (2022) · source
“In that regard, for instance, I would point to the visit by Under-Secretary-General Lacroix and Military Adviser Diop to the country immediately after the incidents. I also commend Special Representative Keita and Force Commander Lieutenant General Affonso da Costa for their skilful navigation in such difficult circumstances. The current domestic political situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, combined with renewed regional efforts to address the conflict, bodes well for the implementation of MONUSCO`s transition plan. Transitions are a delicate moment in any peace operation, particularly in such a long and complex conflict as that in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. The protests in July have highlighted the importance of taking the transition into account in all aspects of MONUSCO’s planning.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“We also note with concern reports that some Congolese authorities may have encouraged the protests against MONUSCO due to the Mission`s perceived inaction in the face of threats to the civilian population. Furthermore, the increasing number of disinformation campaigns directed at MONUSCO hinder the Mission`s ability to implement its mandate and threaten the safety and security of peacekeepers. We therefore emphasize the need to continue enhancing MONUSCO`s strategic communications capabilities and scaling up community engagement activities and quick-impact projects. We commend the efforts of the United Nations and MONUSCO leadership to address such issues, always in close coordination with the authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“We commend the consistent role played by the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region in the pursuit of regional peace and security and development. Against that backdrop, we witnessed with consternation how protests against MONUSCO in late July deteriorated into riots, resulting in the deaths of three peacekeepers and dozens of Congolese nationals. While we reiterate our support for the right to peaceful protest, we firmly condemn acts of violence and intimidation against United Nations personnel. We expect the investigations into those attacks, and into the incident on 31 July at the Kasindi border post, to shed light on who is responsible for the violence. They must be held accountable for their actions.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“The adoption of a concept of operations for the new force in June and of its status of forces agreement earlier this month shows how determined the countries of the region are to contribute to addressing the security situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The arrival of Burundian troops in August and Kenyan troops last week marks the actual start of that new initiative. Brazil looks forward to tangible progress on both the political and military tracks of the Nairobi process in the near future. The mediation of President João Lourenço of Angola, which brought about a meeting in Luanda between President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and President Paul Kagame of Rwanda that led to the adoption of the Luanda road map, is another laudable instance of regional diplomacy.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“It is important that the elections be held in line with the constitutional deadlines Also, the Congolese authorities should take account of the concerns of the opposition and of civil society about aspects of the new law and preparations for the elections. Secondly, we have observed a renewed impetus for regional diplomacy and cooperation. Brazil welcomes the convening of the Nairobi process, facilitated by Kenya, which has already resulted in the accession of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the East African Community (EAC) and in the decision to deploy an EAC regional force in the east of the country.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“Needless to say, the 2022 humanitarian response plan for the Democratic Republic of the Congo has received only a fraction of the required amount, as has been the pattern in several other countries. In spite of the continuity of the humanitarian crises and of the activities of armed groups, I would like to highlight two important developments. First, the new revised electoral law and the announcement of the period for voter registration by the Independent National Electoral Commission represent important steps in the implementation of the electoral calendar. Brazil welcomes the commitment of the Government, the Parliament and the Electoral Commission of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to holding elections in 2023.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“During more than two decades of the presence in the Democratic Republic of the Congo of MONUSCO and its predecessor, the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the dramatic security and humanitarian reality in parts of the country has become all too familiar to the members of the Council. There were some improvements. The Secretary-General’s report (S/2022/709) points out, for example, to a significant decrease in human rights violations in June and July, as compared to both the previous months and to the same period in 2021. However, the overall security and humanitarian situation remains dire, with 1.3 million people newly displaced since January, bringing the total to 5.5 million internally displaced people. There are almost 25 million people in need of assistance and protection.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“I would like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Keita for her briefing, as well as for her tireless work at the head of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO). I also thank Ambassador Biang for his detailed briefing on the activities of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1533 (2004). I listened with great attention to the civil society briefer. I welcome to this meeting the participation of the delegations of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Burundi and Rwanda.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“Negotiation and dialogue, advocated by most members in their interventions over the past seven months, presupposes a willingness to listen. Perhaps we should ask ourselves how sensitive we are to the concerns of others, especially to the lives of those on the ground, which should come before any political considerations.”
2022-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9138 (2022) · source
“Brazil stands by the principles of respecting the territorial integrity and political unity of sovereign and independent States. We reiterate our call for an immediate ceasefire and the opening of peace negotiations. The Istanbul agreements in July and last week’s prisoner exchanges were positive signs that demonstrate the value of diplomacy in reducing the human suffering resulting from the conflict. Those advances, while extremely relevant, are insufficient. It is essential that the parties refrain from adopting measures that result in an escalation of hostilities, including in rhetorical terms. The moment calls for restraint and pragmatism. We believe that the Security Council is primarily a forum for negotiation and for dialogue. So far, we have collectively failed to find creative solutions to the conflict.”
2022-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9138 (2022) · source
“Many times before, especially in the context of decolonization, the holding of referendums was the means chosen for peoples to express their free will. Council resolutions established the use of that instrument as a legitimate practice to decide on issues of sovereignty and territorial integrity. Its validity, however, depends on certain conditions. It is unreasonable to assume that populations in areas in conflict are able to freely express their will. International practice recommends that referendums on questions of sovereignty be conducted in a transparent manner, without restrictions on the freedom of expression and with the possibility of monitoring by independent observers. That does not seem to be the case for the regions of Ukraine I mentioned.”
2022-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9138 (2022) · source
“I thank Under- Secretary-General DiCarlo for her briefing. Brazil shares the concerns about the referendums in regions of Ukraine. In the current conditions, that is yet another step that leads to an escalation of the conflict. Far from expressing the will of the people of the Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson and Zaporizhzhya regions, the referendums tend to make the prospect of peace negotiations even more distant. The Charter of the United Nations and the International Covenants on Civil and Political Rights and on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights recognize the inalienable right of all peoples to self-determination and to freely decide their political status. That is a fundamental principle of international law, which is the very basis of the legitimacy of States.”
2022-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9138 (2022) · source
“As ever, Brazil is ready to support the dedicated efforts of UNAMA and to work alongside the Security Council in order to bring about the future of peace, stability and progress that the people of Afghanistan deserve.”
2022-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9137 (2022) · source
“Afghanistan’s viability as a fully integrated nation among its neighbours and the wider international community also hinges on long-term development policies that can push the country past the restrictions and uncertainties associated with humanitarian and emergency relief. For that reason, we renew our call for the unfreezing of all assets of Afghan financial institutions. We also recall our policy of providing humanitarian visas for Afghans threatened by the crisis in their country, with a particular focus on women and girls. To date, more than 5,000 humanitarian visas have been issued. On 15 August, we marked the one-year anniversary of the regime change and the situation on the ground has yet to improve.”
2022-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9137 (2022) · source
“In such a scenario, we must renew our call on the de facto Administration to respect its previous commitments and effectively form an inclusive Government, with the adequate participation of women and ethnic and religious minorities. Brazil also urges the de facto authorities to promote and protect the human rights of the Afghan population with a view to decisively curbing the unacceptable violations noted in the report of the Secretary-General. Finally, we wish to reiterate that any travel bans on the de facto leaders should be subject to in-depth assessment. Isolating them from interactions with foreign counterparts may prove counterproductive, and therefore may be unlikely to contribute to moderating some of the regime’s hardened positions.”
2022-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9137 (2022) · source
“Particularly disturbing are the report’s observations on the continuing hardship of Afghan women and girls, who still endure discriminatory policies that jeopardize their future and are at complete odds with relevant international law statutes, including the Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination against Women. In the same vein, the rights of women and girls must be entirely upheld and their presence in public life guaranteed if Afghanistan is to follow a sustainable path forward. Moreover, the de facto administration seems to have failed to take steps in a sincere and meaningful manner to safeguard the rights of the Afghan people and bring about more inclusive and representative structures of governance.”
2022-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9137 (2022) · source
“These include the return of former government officials and political figures from abroad; greater engagement between de facto cabinet members and local leadership and constituencies, such as tribal leaders, civil society and the media; and a decrease in the overall number of conflict-related security incidents and civilian casualties compared to the same period in 2021. Nevertheless, the report also raises unsettling concerns in relation to the establishment of sustainable peace and unity in the country. Chief among such concerns are allegations of extrajudicial killings, torture and other forms of human rights violations undertaken by the de facto security forces, as well as threats, arbitrary arrests and detentions against human rights activists, journalists and media workers.”
2022-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9137 (2022) · source
“Let me start by thanking today’s briefers: Mr. Markus Potzel, Ms. Ghada Fathi Ismail Waly and Ms. Fawzi Koofi. I would also like to welcome the delegations of Afghanistan, the Islamic Republic of Iran, Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan to today’s meeting. Brazil acknowledges the highly important work performed by the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and remains deeply committed to upholding and supporting its mandate in favour of a more cohesive, stable and prosperous future for all Afghan citizens. The most recent report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Afghanistan and its implications for international peace and security (S/2022/692) sheds light on a number of positive developments, which we note with satisfaction.”
2022-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9137 (2022) · source
“We therefore commend the partners that have provided relief to South Sudanese families, while calling for additional humanitarian funding and requesting that particular attention be paid to the safety of humanitarian personnel. We also want to highlight Brazil’s participation in UNMISS, including through the presence of a Brazilian chief of staff, as a token of our commitment to promoting durable peace in South Sudan. In conclusion, we encourage the transitional Government and the parties to the Revitalized Agreement to implement the road map earnestly. Above all, we underscore our support for South Sudan and UNMISS.”
2022-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9134 (2022) · source
“However, the extrajudicial killings in Unity state, the heavy fighting between armed factions in Upper Nile state and disturbing incidents of conflict- related sexual violence in many parts of South Sudan are cases that demand bolder reactions from the South Sudanese authorities. Fourthly and finally, we are apprehensive about the humanitarian crisis in South Sudan. It is alarming that two thirds of the population, almost 8 million people, are expected to face extreme food insecurity and malnutrition. It is also disconcerting that South Sudan remains one of the world’s most dangerous places for humanitarian workers.”
2022-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9134 (2022) · source
“Secondly, we commend South Sudan’s transitional Government and the parties to the Revitalized Agreement for the graduation of the first batch of the unified forces. We concur with the Secretary-General and Special Representative Haysom’s assessment that a unified defence force is a momentous expression of national unity. We hope that the graduation contributes to positive momentum, stimulates all the parties to the Revitalized Agreement to recommit to its implementation and above all contributes to peace in South Sudan. Thirdly, we are concerned about intercommunal violence in South Sudan. We commend the proactive deployment by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) of mobile structures and alert responses to conflict hotspots in many parts of the country.”
2022-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9134 (2022) · source
“Let me begin by thanking Special Representative Haysom and Ms. Riziq for their informative briefings. I also welcome the delegation of South Sudan to this meeting, in which our delegation would like to raise four issues. First, we join the United Nations, the African Union and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development in welcoming the road map to amend the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan and to extend the transitional period. We encourage the parties to the Revitalized Agreement to perceive the road map as an incentive to implement the agreement’s clauses. The parties may lose valuable impetus if they see the road map as simply a delay in the agreement’s commitments.”
2022-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9134 (2022) · source
“We urge both sides to avoid actions that could escalate tensions and threaten the security of the civilian population, particularly in the districts affected by this week’s clashes. We add our voice to that of other members of the Security Council in favour of a lasting diplomatic solution to the territorial issues between the two countries within the framework of the commission established to demarcate the bilateral border. Brazil will continue to support further political and diplomatic efforts for a lasting and comprehensive peace in the region. We greatly value the moderating influence that the regional actors can exert in preventing violence, and we encourage initiatives to that end. I also deeply regret the loss of life and express my sympathies to those who lost family and friends.”
2022-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9132 (2022) · source
“I thank Assistant Secretary-General Miroslav Jenča for his briefing, and I welcome the delegations of Armenia and Azerbaijan to this meeting. The border clashes between Armenian and Azerbaijani forces in the past few days are contrary to the spirit and letter of the trilateral statements of 9 November 2020, 11 January 2021 and 26 November 2021. There is a risk that these incidents could undermine the needed trust between Armenia and Azerbaijan and thereby jeopardize the progress made in the peace process over the past two years. Brazil calls on the parties to respect international law and the Charter of the United Nations and to resolve their disputes through dialogue and diplomacy.”
2022-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9132 (2022) · source
“We appreciate the active participation of several civil society representatives in the Association’s drafting committee. Above all, we reiterate our support for the trilateral mechanism’s crucial work. We regard as particularly critical the facilitation efforts of the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in the Sudan, the African Union and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development. An urgent way out of the stalemate that Sudanese society has reached is necessary. In order to break that deadlock, we underscore our support for a political dialogue that is inclusive and Sudanese-owned and that paves the way for a legitimate democratic transition in the Sudan.”
2022-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9129 (2022) · source
“Secondly, we regard the implementation of the Juba Peace Agreement as one of the cornerstones of addressing the root causes of conflict in Darfur, South Kordofan and the Blue Nile region. Accordingly, we commend the Sudanese authorities for the progress in establishing the joint security-keeping force in Darfur. However, quicker and bolder implementation of the Agreement is necessary. Otherwise, the Juba Peace Agreement will fail to inspire credibility for Sudanese civilians. After all, frequent outbreaks of violence have shown that palliative measures alone cannot provide security to civilians in Darfur and the Two Areas. Thirdly, we consider the transition to democracy to be another cornerstone of addressing the root causes of conflict in the country. We therefore welcome the Sudanese Bar Association’s draft transitional constitution.”
2022-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9129 (2022) · source
“Let me begin by thanking Mr. Volker Perthes, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for the Sudan, and Mr. Ibrahim Mudawi for their briefings. I also welcome the delegation of the Sudan to this meeting. Our delegation will raise three points. First, we are concerned about the violence both in Darfur and the Blue Nile region. We extend our heartfelt sympathies and condolences to the families of the victims. We are distressed by rising intercommunal violence and regret that the fighting has significantly displaced Sudanese women and men and their children. We call on the Sudan’s authorities to increase efforts to protect civilians in those areas and enhance accountability. Conditions conduive for the safe return of displaced persons are also vital.”
2022-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9129 (2022) · source
“I briefly take the floor to commend — and thank — China for its very successful presidency of the Security Council during the month of August — and without neckties. I also wish the delegation of France all the best in its presidency of the Council next month.”
2022-08-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9121 (2022) · source
“The Council has to find unity as it calls on the Libyan parties to put aside their differences and move forward in a genuinely Libyan- led and -owned political process.”
2022-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9120 (2022) · source
“The same is true for Libyan assets frozen abroad. Brazil would like to point in that regard to the conclusions by the Panel of Experts assisting the Council in implementing the relevant resolutions. One conclusion was that the active management of Libyan frozen assets is not in line with paragraph 19 of resolution 1970 (2011). However, the Council has been unable to redress the situation. Finally, my delegation notes that the Council’s authorization of Member States’ implementation of the arms embargo on Libya continues to give rise to controversy. We stress once again the importance of fully respecting the arms embargo and implementing it in accordance with the terms set out in the relevant Security Council resolutions.”
2022-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9120 (2022) · source
“Most importantly, UNSMIL must continue to foster common political ground between the two rival Governments so that they can agree on a constitutional basis and the eligibility criteria that will allow Libya’s long-delayed elections to be held. We have heard calls from within the Council for the continuation of Libya’s production and export of oil, against a backdrop of political disputes over the management of natural resources and their revenues, as well as threats of disruptions to supplies. In the absence of a unified Government policy on the matter, the parameters for the management of natural resources, as a corollary of Libyan sovereignty, should be based on domestic preservation in the interests of national development and the welfare of all Libyans, rather than responding to foreign-driven interests and pressures.”
2022-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9120 (2022) · source
“In spite of the political divisions in Libya, the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), albeit under a precarious leadership arrangement, has maintained its engagement with local authorities, including in the economic, security and political sectors, with a view to unifying institutions from both sides. As we attempt to translate the Libyan-led and Libyan-owned mantra into reality, we must bear in mind that Libyan priorities should inform the Council’s actions regarding the country. The appointment of UNSMIL’s leadership is only one instance where views from within Libya cannot be ignored, not least because the holder of the position must inspire the trust of all parties.”
2022-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9120 (2022) · source
“Brazil notes the positive role that the United Nations Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) can play in that regard, based on the consent of the State and in partnership with local authorities. The PBC is well suited to assisting countries in identifying and implementing their own national peacebuilding priorities, many of which are relevant for sustaining peace and stability in Libya. Resolution 2647 (2022), for example, which the Council adopted last month, expressly underlines the importance of institution-building, security- sector reform and disarmament, demobilization and reintegration, and the engagement of Libyan parties on those issues with the relevant United Nations bodies in support of peacebuilding.”
2022-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9120 (2022) · source
“I thank Under- Secretary-General DiCarlo for her briefing. I thank the Permanent Representative of India for her briefing. I also welcome the Libyan delegation in today’s meeting; we listened carefully to the briefing by the Libyan Permanent Representative. Let me join others in expressing our deep concern with the troubling violence we have seen in recent days in Tripoli, which resulted in many civilian casualties. We call on all sides to de-escalate tensions and protect civilians at all times. At our last meeting on today’s topic (see S/PV.9098), the Libyan delegation voiced several concerns about the way the Security Council had been treating the situation in Libya. As the Council acknowledges the importance of the Libyan-led and Libyan-owned dialogue for the present and future of Libya, we must listen to the Libyan parties’ concerns.”
2022-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9120 (2022) · source
“The Taliban’s first experience in power, before the 2001 military intervention, left the important lesson that isolating it will not lead it to moderate its positions. Preventing its leaders from travelling is not a punishment for misbehaviour but a measure that limits the possibilities for constructive and pragmatic engagement. The Council should not lose sight of the greater goal of improving the living conditions of the Afghan population. The continuation of dialogue is an essential condition for enabling Afghanistan’s development and limiting the suffering of its people.”
2022-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9118 (2022) · source
“We have in mind the words of Ambassador Deborah Lyons, who as Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan reminded us that the Taliban, which only a year ago was an insurgent force, is transitioning to becoming a Government. At this stage, technical contacts that can benefit the local population, as well as the provision of services, should be considered. We regret that the Council could not reach a consensus on renewing exceptions to the travel ban for some of the individuals listed by the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1988 (2011). We fear that Afghan leaders’ inability to travel abroad will delay the country’s reintegration into the international community.”
2022-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9118 (2022) · source
“The expectations for an inclusive Government, with the participation of women and minorities, remain a distant goal. The leaders of Afghanistan are depriving half of the country’s population its dignity. In the aftermath of the withdrawal of foreign forces, Brazil’s Government established a policy of humanitarian visas for Afghans threatened by the crisis in their country, with a particular focus on women and girls. More than 5,000 humanitarian visas have been issued so far, providing Afghans with opportunities to rebuild their lives in safety. Although the prospects for engagement with Kabul are not encouraging, we remain convinced of the importance of fostering dialogue with the de facto authorities.”
2022-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9118 (2022) · source
“It is painful to note that one year after the withdrawal of foreign forces from Afghan territory, some of our worst expectations for the country’s future have been confirmed. That is particularly true for the scourge of terrorism. The attack this month on the Abu Bakar Mosque in Kabul clearly illustrates how precarious the security conditions are. Brazil expresses its solidarity with the families of the victims and reiterates its condemnation of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. Women and girls remain relegated to the status of second-class citizens in Afghanistan, faced with increasing restrictions on their access to work and education. Despite the Security Council’s condemnation of the discriminatory measures taken by the de facto authorities, there are no signs that the Taliban is willing to review its positions.”
2022-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9118 (2022) · source
“Brazil welcomes the participation of the representatives of Afghanistan, the Islamic Republic of Iran and Pakistan in today’s meeting. I would also like to thank the briefers for their informative contributions. I want to extend our condolences to both the Afghan and Pakistani peoples for the lives lost during the floods that have hit their countries. That recent destruction adds to the extremely concerning humanitarian situation in Afghanistan. It is likely that as we saw last year, the approach of the colder months will herald a further deterioration in living conditions. The international community’s continuing engagement with Afghanistan remains a matter of life and death for millions.”
2022-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9118 (2022) · source
“Even though our Government budget faces constraints of its own, Brazil announced in June an additional financial contribution to UNRWA, and we support the renewal of UNRWA’s mandate at the next session of the General Assembly. Diplomacy and the efforts of the international community have prevented the most recent flare-up of violence from escalating further. Let us not be satisfied with a mere ceasefire. Instead, the Security Council should spare no effort to bring about real progress towards a political solution. The international community and the populations affected expect no less from us.”
2022-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9116 (2022) · source
“As the conflict drags on, the civilian population pays a heavy toll — not only in terms of lives lost and people injured, but also in terms of frustrated expectations and dreams cut short. Economic growth and development are necessary to give the Palestinian people hope and to help reduce the appeal of violent ideologies. As we have stated before, financial support to the Palestinian Authority is an integral part of efforts for peace and security. Moreover, the Palestinian economy as a whole needs support for its industrial and agricultural sectors. In that context, Brazil would like to praise the untiring work of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) and its Commissioner-General, Mr. Philippe Lazzarini, who strive to fulfil their mission in spite of persistent underfunding.”
2022-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9116 (2022) · source
“Brazil condemns all attacks against civilians, and we call on all parties to exercise the utmost restraint and abide by international humanitarian law. The cessation of acts of violence and terror, de-escalation and rebuilding trust are all necessary and urgent, but they are not ends in themselves. Unless there is progress towards a just and sustainable political solution to the conflict, the danger of renewed cycles of violence will persist. Respect for international law and for the relevant resolutions of the Security Council must be the basis of any lasting peace. Brazil stands ready to contribute to finding concrete solutions and ways forward. We reiterate our support for a two-State solution, with Israelis and Palestinians living side by side in peace, security and prosperity.”
2022-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9116 (2022) · source
“I would like to thank Mr. Wennesland and Mr. Lazzarini for their informative briefings. I also listened with great attention to Mr. Levy’s briefing. The ceasefire announced on 7 August is still fragile. Without concrete measures to reduce tensions in the Palestinian territories and in Israel, there is a real risk of the resumption of violence. Unfortunately, in the past few days, we have witnessed actions with no aim other than to shatter the current truce. I refer in particular to the attack against Jewish worshippers in Jerusalem on 14 August. I join Mr. Wennesland in deploring the fact that certain groups justify such acts of terror. Brazil is also concerned by the large number of Palestinian civilians who were killed or injured, and children in particular, as a result of recent clashes.”
2022-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9116 (2022) · source
“We reiterate our call on all parties to refrain from any measure that could jeopardize the safety and security of the Zaporizhzhya nuclear power plant, as well as its safe operation. Brazil recognizes the indispensable role that the International Atomic Energy Agency can play in taking the necessary steps to help ensure nuclear safety and security and prevent any radiological consequences for the population and the environment, in the region and beyond. We therefore welcome the news that negotiations for the deployment of an IAEA expert mission to Zaporizhzhya are progressing, and we urge the parties to allow its immediate dispatch.”
2022-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9114 (2022) · source