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De La Fuente Ramírez

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first: 2019-02-26
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“This month marks two years since the creation of BINUH, the first special political mission established in the context of the peace and security reform championed by the Secretary-General. My country acknowledges the multidimensional challenges that face Haiti, and the very design of BINUH seeks to tackle the underlying factors that undermine stability and governance. It is for that reason that Mexico supports the mandate of BINUH as an integral component of the “One United Nations” for Haiti plan. However, without solid institutions in Haiti, progress will remain elusive. Today Haiti more than ever requires the support of the United Nations and the international community. The time has come to renew support for a people that has demonstrated tremendous resilience in spite of having been beleaguered by multiple scourges.”
2021-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8871 (2021) · source
“As a result of this and of the various crises to which I have referred, Mexico has seen the arrival from Haiti of approximately 20,000 people, who are currently located in Chiapas. There are more than 12,000 refugees, and it is estimated that across Colombia and Panama there are around 60,000 Haitians, many of whom are seeking to go to the United States. Consequently, it is paramount to implement policies to prevent the illicit trade in arms and human trafficking. We urgently call for the adoption and implementation of the national, disarmament, demobilization and reintegration strategy without delay. We recognize the work of organizations such as the United Nations Regional Centre for Peace, Disarmament and Development in Latin America and the Caribbean, and the United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research.”
2021-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8871 (2021) · source
“An inclusive dialogue among all political stakeholders, including civil society, and with the participation of women is crucial to forge ahead with the democratic process in the country. Faced with that situation, the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH) must spare no effort in supporting that process, with a view to the holding of free and transparent presidential and legislative elections. Haiti needs a Government that has a clear mandate from its people. Another critical issue in Haiti that requires greater attention is the impact of the trafficking of small arms and light weapons. Criminal gang activity has prompted the forced displacement of 20,000 people in Port-au-Prince.”
2021-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8871 (2021) · source
“We endorse the appeal made by the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs to redouble efforts to meet the needs of the more than 650,000 people who require assistance. Moreover, it is concerning to note that at least 750,000 people, including women and children, are currently suffering from acute food insecurity. We note the fact that the response of the United Nations system to the natural disaster scene has implemented lessons learned from the 2010 earthquake. However, it is necessary to further strengthen the gender component of the humanitarian response. We take note of the political agreement reached on 11 September that delayed not only the elections but also, consequently, the right of the Haitian people to elect their own authorities.”
2021-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8871 (2021) · source
“Mexico deems it vital that the perpetrators of the assassination of President Moïse be brought to justice and that the investigation be conducted with absolute impartiality. The humanitarian situation in Haiti, as we have heard, is of grave concern. In response to the earthquake of 14 August and the passage of tropical storm Grace, my country sent more than 2,000 tons of provisions, medicines and other medical supplies and has deployed a medical brigade comprising more than 30 health-care specialists to Pestel, in Grand’Anse department. The support and cooperation of Mexico with Haiti stems from a commitment at the highest level and is fully in line with our tradition of solidarity with the region and our friendship with the people of Haiti. Of course, it is painfully clear that major humanitarian challenges remain in Haiti.”
2021-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8871 (2021) · source
“Mr. De la Fuente Ramírez (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): I wish to express my gratitude for the briefings delivered by Ms. La Lime, Special Representative of the Secretary-General, and Ms. Emmanuela Douyon, whom I thank for her candidness and clarity. I also acknowledge the presence here among us of Haiti’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr. Claude Joseph. I would begin by indicating that the prosperity and sociopolitical stability of Haiti is a key issue for Latin America and the Caribbean and a task resting on the collective shoulders of the international community. The reprehensible assassination of President Jovenel Moïse, the earthquake and the passage of tropical storm Grace all are undoubtedly challenges for institutional consolidation in Haiti. The crisis is political, environmental, social and economic.”
2021-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8871 (2021) · source
“I reiterate Mexico’s support for the two-State solution, based on provisions that address Israel’s legitimate security concerns and lay the foundation for the establishment of an economically and politically viable Palestinian State, within pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital, in line with relevant United Nations resolutions. Before concluding, I am pleased to inform the Council that Mexico has made an additional contribution to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East to support health- care operations and provide medical supplies.”
2021-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8869 (2021) · source
“Nonetheless, we must reiterate our call for the full lifting of the blockade of Gaza. Mexico lauds the commitment made by the Palestinian Authority, Egypt and Jordan at the tripartite summit, held at the beginning of this month, to developing a vision for the resumption of political negotiations and to working with partner countries to revive the peace process, in accordance with relevant United Nations resolutions and under the auspices of the Middle East Quartet. We also welcome cooperation between Israel and Palestine for civilian and security purposes. We highlight in particular the $150 million loan provided by Israel to the Palestinian Authority.”
2021-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8869 (2021) · source
“Moreover, we commend the efforts to bring to justice those responsible for the death of activist Nizar Banat. Mexico also condemns the firing of rockets and incendiary devices into Israel from Gaza, as well as the disproportionate use of force by Israel against Palestinian demonstrators in the vicinity of the border fence. We underscore the importance of continuing to strengthen the ceasefire in Gaza and, therefore, welcome the recent meeting between the Israeli Prime Minister and the Egyptian President. We also welcome the announcement of initiatives for the economic reconstruction of Gaza, as well as the easing of certain blockade restrictions, which will allow for an expansion of the fishing area, as well as the entry of some building materials. We welcome the implementation of the United Nations cash assistance programme.”
2021-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8869 (2021) · source
“Mexico calls, in line with resolution 2334 (2016), for an end to Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories, as well as to any actions that limit the Palestinian population’s access to safe drinking water, which constitutes a flagrant violation of international humanitarian law. Nevertheless, Mexico welcomes the recent announcement by the Palestinian Central Elections Commission that it will organize municipal elections next December. Those elections will surely contribute to strengthening the institutions of the Palestinian State. We express our dismay at incidents targeting Palestinian organizations and human rights defenders, limiting their freedom of expression and association. We also urge Palestinian and Israeli law enforcement agencies to protect the human rights of Palestinian civil society.”
2021-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8869 (2021) · source
“Mr. De la Fuente Ramírez (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): We welcome the participation of Special Coordinator Wennesland, as well as Ms. Rothbart and Ms. Farsakh, in this meeting. My delegation expresses its concern about the lack of progress in the Middle East peace process. The transfer of settlers, the seizure of land, the demolition of more than 670 structures and the consequent displacement of the Palestinian population are all contrary to international law and represent an obstacle to any peace initiative. An additional example is today’s attack on Palestinian civilians in southern Hebron.”
2021-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8869 (2021) · source
“We call on all States to cooperate with the work of the International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism to Assist in the Investigation and Prosecution of Persons Responsible for the Most Serious Crimes under International Law Committed in the Syrian Arab Republic since March 2011. And we echo the Secretary-General’s call for the Security Council to refer the situation in Syria to the International Criminal Court. In conclusion, it is time for the international community to adopt and support new approaches that will make it possible for there to be a genuine political transition and for a lasting and sustainable peace agreement to be reached.”
2021-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8866 (2021) · source
“Without a national and sustained ceasefire, the humanitarian demands will continue to increase. More than 13 million people are in need of humanitarian assistance today. It is clear that the conditions for the voluntary, safe and dignified return of the refugee population are not in place. We applaud the efforts of those countries that have hosted Syrian refugees throughout the past decade. We echo the calls for the release of detainees and clarification with regard to the whereabouts of disappeared persons. Access to detention centres must be granted for humanitarian agencies and human rights organizations. With regard to the most recent report of the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab Republic, we note that human rights violations continue to be reported.”
2021-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8866 (2021) · source
“We also reiterate our call for continuing to encourage the participation of representatives of civil society so as to promote and support a broad and inclusive political process that ensures the full, equal and meaningful participation of women, youth and minorities and makes it possible meet the legitimate aspirations of the Syrian people. Secondly, despite the relative freeze along the front lines of the conflict, violence continues. The situations in Idlib, the north-west and Dara’a are of serious concern. Concerning the latter situation, the ongoing violations of international humanitarian law are worrisome. Mexico condemns the siege tactics against the civilian population. We have taken note of the truce that the Special Envoy referred to, and we hope that it can be sustained.”
2021-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8866 (2021) · source
“Mr. De la Fuente Ramírez (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): I thank Special Envoy Geir Pedersen and Ms. Mhaissen for their briefings. I also welcome the representatives of Syria, Iran and Turkey to this meeting. Today I will focus my remarks on three areas: the political process, the ceasefire and human rights. Mexico applauds the Special Envoy’s continued efforts to promote the political transition. We welcome his most recent visit to Damascus and his convening of the sixth session of the small body of the Constitutional Committee. We call on the parties to join this process, which is being facilitated by the United Nations, in a constructive and committed spirit, and thereby advance the very necessary political transition.”
2021-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8866 (2021) · source
“I shall conclude by saying that the CTBT’s entry into force is a pending promise to all the survivors of past nuclear tests. As we have noted previously, nuclear weapons represent a threat to human existence, and we therefore have the obligation to continue our efforts to bring about a world free of nuclear weapons.”
2021-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8865 (2021) · source
“We hope that the Council will continue to unequivocally support all international treaties on disarmament and non-proliferation. We call on all international actors to join forces and promote synergies through the various components of the multinational architecture. The next Review Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) and the first meeting of the States parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons are the forums best suited to strengthening the interlinkage among all the legal instruments at our disposal. The adoption of concrete measures with fixed deadlines aimed at achieving the entry into force of the CTBT will be a key deliverable that will contribute to the success of the NPT Review Conference.”
2021-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8865 (2021) · source
“Through its resolutions and presidential statements, the Council has been clear in noting the threat represented by nuclear tests, which go against efforts to achieve nuclear non-proliferation and disarmament in addition to representing a threat that intensifies the arms race. The Security Council has also called on States to refrain from conducting tests and to join the CTBT and other related treaties without any preconditions. As is clearly recognized in resolution 2310 (2016), the CTBT International Monitoring System facilities — five of which are located in my own country — contribute to regional stability as an important confidence-building measure and strengthen the nuclear non-proliferation and disarmament regime.”
2021-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8865 (2021) · source
“For that reason, my country welcomes the fact that the number of countries that have already ratified it continues to increase. We are moving in the right direction and therefore we call on those States that have not yet done so, particularly the annex 2 States, to ratify it so that it can enter into force. The Security Council must not sidestep the important role that falls to it in this respect. It has in the past condemned a variety of nuclear tests, and we trust that it will remain steadfast in that stance in case any new incident occurs, something that we hope will not take place.”
2021-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8865 (2021) · source
“We welcome the success of the CTBT Article XIV meeting that took place less than a week ago, 25 years after the Treaty’s opening for signature and congratulate Italy and South Africa, which so successfully co-presided it. Firm in its principles and convictions, my country together with Australia and New Zealand, submits the annual draft resolution to promote the CTBT in the First Committee of the General Assembly, to reflect the support of the international community for the nuclear- test ban. At this year’s commemorative meeting to celebrate International Day against Nuclear Tests, on 8 September, Mexico, on behalf of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States, reiterated the region’s firm condemnation of any type of test anywhere in the world and called for the early entry into force of the Treaty.”
2021-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8865 (2021) · source
“Mr. De la Fuente Ramírez (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): I thank High Representative Nakamitsu, Executive Secretary Floyd — whom we congratulate on his recent appointment and to whom I reiterate my country’s support — and Ms. Magdalene Wangui Wanyaga, for their valuable briefings. Mexico congratulates Ireland for convening today’s meeting of the Security Council, which raises the political profile of the ban on all nuclear testing, the dire humanitarian and environmental consequences of which are well known. The Comprehensive Nuclear- Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT), whose entry into force is pending, restricts the development of nuclear weapons and is therefore a key element in the non-proliferation and disarmament regime.”
2021-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8865 (2021) · source
“Unrestricted respect for international humanitarian law, in particular the protection of civilians, is essential and inescapable given the serious security situation that has taken shape in Afghanistan. That is why Mexico insisted on an explicit mention of that subject. We are surprised that one was not included. Regarding the request to the Secretary-General to present a report with strategic and operational recommendations based on political, social and security developments, Mexico understands and assumes that it must inevitably include an analysis of the situation of women and girls in Afghanistan.”
2021-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8862 (2021) · source
“Mr. De la Fuente Ramírez (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): We thank the authors of resolution 2596 (2021) — Norway and Estonia. Mexico supports and recognizes the fundamental work carried out by the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). For that reason, it is important that the Security Council has renewed its mandate for six months. As we have reiterated, the circumstances facing the civilian population in Afghanistan today make the determined support of the United Nations in facing humanitarian needs perhaps more necessary than ever before. We recognize the critical work carried out by UNAMA’s staff in Afghanistan, in a particularly complex context.”
2021-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8862 (2021) · source
“We urgently call for unconditional respect for the norms of international humanitarian law and stress the need for those responsible for acts of violence to be held accountable and the need for acts leading to the deaths of civilians not to go unpunished.”
2021-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8861 (2021) · source
“Moreover, in Idlib, we have once again recorded the deaths of innocent civilians, for example, those of Joud, a 21-year-old recent university graduate, who had much to contribute to her country, and a father who died while trying to rescue his son, who was also wounded by the explosions. Unfortunately, those are not isolated incidents but many people’s reality. We express our condolences to those who have suffered losses as a result of those events. The violence must stop now. Mexico calls for the observance of a lasting and sustainable nationwide ceasefire in line with resolution 2254 (2015). Without a definitive cessation of hostilities, humanitarian needs will continue to increase.”
2021-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8861 (2021) · source
“For example, in order to address the rise in cases of coronavirus disease, the number of vaccines reaching the population must be increased. The 350,000 delivered doses are welcome but clearly insufficient. Secondly, my delegation is concerned about the hostilities that have taken place in recent months in north-western and south-western Syria. Although Russia facilitated a ceasefire agreement in Dara, the situation remains extremely precarious. The fact that more than 36,000 people have been displaced in the area by the violence in recent months is of concern.”
2021-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8861 (2021) · source
“With regard to humanitarian assistance, Mexico welcomes all efforts to improve access for the more than 13.4 million people in need of it. Accordingly, we welcome the fact that the first conflict cross-line operation in the north-west finally took place, which is undeniably an encouraging step. We acknowledge the efforts of the World Food Programme and all the actors involved that enabled the crossing of 14 trucks with food products from areas under the control of the Syrian Government to Sarmada, and we trust that this mechanism will continue to be strengthened. However, it is worth noting that the number of trucks that came through that route contrasts significantly with the 1,000 trucks that on average cross through Bab Al-Hawa every month. Both crossings are necessary and complement one another.”
2021-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8861 (2021) · source
“Mr. De la Fuente Ramírez (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): I thank Under-Secretary-General Martin Griffiths for sharing with us the outcome of his visit to Syria and the region. We welcome the fact that the visit took place in a timely manner, in tandem with the beginning of his new mandate. Engaging with actors involved in the humanitarian response in Syria is crucial to building trust and facilitating access to humanitarian assistance. I also commend Ms. Amany Qaddour on her valuable briefing and the services that she is providing for the population. I also welcome the presence of the representatives of Syria, Iran and Turkey at this meeting. I will focus on two points: access to humanitarian assistance and the hostilities that are mainly affecting the civilian population.”
2021-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8861 (2021) · source
“The signing of the memorandum of understanding between the International Criminal Court’s Office of the Prosecutor and the Ministry of Justice strengthens cooperation, and it is a priority for the authorities to take action to transfer to the Hague those individuals for whom arrest warrants have been issued so that they can be prosecuted. The ratification of the conventions against torture and enforced disappearances are also noteworthy and show significant progress towards accountability and the protection of human rights. Mexico again urges the Sudan to consolidate progress in the implementation of the peace agreement and reiterates its support for UNITAMS in its important task of providing support and guidance in that regard.”
2021-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8857 (2021) · source
“Among the commitments made by the Government in the National Plan for the Protections of Civilians and the Juba Peace Agreement is the collection and management of weapons. Progress in that area has been minimal and so we hope that the Sudanese Government will rely on UNITAMS on that front. The rule of law is the backbone upon which the transition must be built. We welcome the Cabinet’s adoption of a bill to ratify the Rome Statute, which is a major decision, and we urge the Sovereign Council to approve it at the earliest.”
2021-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8857 (2021) · source
“Mexico notes with concern the deteriorating security situation in Darfur and other areas of the country, as well as the increasing levels of intercommunal violence. Despite the formation of a Permanent Ceasefire Committee and the Joint High Military Committee for Security Arrangements, important security reforms are still pending. We urge the transitional Government to accelerate the implementation of the National Plan for the Protection of Civilians and to establish a joint security force in Darfur. We also urge Darfuri armed groups with a presence in neighbouring countries to withdraw immediately. In that context, the widespread availability and proliferation of small arms and light weapons in Darfur continues to represent one of the main threats to security in the region.”
2021-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8857 (2021) · source
“Mexico also acknowledges the efforts of the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in the Sudan (UNITAMS), UN-Women and the United Nations Development Programme to ensure the participation of a team of technical observers to promote a gender perspective in the framework of the dialogue process. The full, equal and meaningful participation of women is paramount for sustainable peace. To that end, it is essential to make headway in the approval of the commissions on women and gender equality and human rights. We also take note of the decree for the formation of a ministerial-level committee on resolution 1325 (2000) and encourage progress in the implementation of the national action plan on that resolution.”
2021-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8857 (2021) · source
“The initiative requires the commitment of and consensus-building among the civilian and military components of the transitional Government and must be based on an inclusive and transparent framework. In that connection, the formation of institutions such as the legislative assembly, with at least 40 per cent women’s participation, as well as other committees and commissions provided for in the Constitutional Document and the Juba Peace Agreement, are essential. Despite all of the above, it is clear that building a lasting peace in the Sudan requires that all armed groups that are not yet part of the peace process join and participate in the negotiations. The progress made in the discussions between the Government and the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North Al-Hilu faction is positive, and we hope that the dialogue will soon resume.”
2021-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8857 (2021) · source
“Mr. De la Fuente Ramírez (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): I thank Special Representative Perthes for his briefing and express my appreciation in particular to Ms. Hala Alkarib, whose contribution is of great value to the Council. I also warmly welcome the presence of the representative of the Sudan at this meeting. Two years after the revolution of 2019, Mexico acknowledges the efforts of the Government of the Sudan to move forward in its transitional phase. Many challenges remain and will require coordinated and sustained action by all actors involved. The reforms being undertaken by the Government are an encouraging sign. We hope that the transition initiative announced on 22 June by Prime Minister Hamdok will offer new possibilities for the process.”
2021-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8857 (2021) · source
“In conclusion, this morning’s visit by Council members to the memorial to the victims of the 11 September attacks serves as a reminder of the importance of combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations in accordance with international law. We must stand united in this fight in memory not only of those who died that day but also in memory of all the victims who have fallen from that scourge, including the victims of the heinous attack at Kabul airport.”
2021-09-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8853 (2021) · source
“In line with resolution 2593 (2021), we make the following appeals: first, to ensure full, safe and unconditional humanitarian access and the safety of all humanitarian workers in accordance with international humanitarian law; secondly, to ensure that anyone wishing to leave Afghanistan can do so safely and without restriction; thirdly, for respect and protection for the human rights of all Afghans and to ensure the full and effective participation of women in all decision-making processes; and fourthly, to ensure that Afghanistan never again becomes a platform or safe haven for terrorists or threats to the security of other countries.”
2021-09-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8853 (2021) · source
“The repression of popular protests — especially of women — and the violent arrests, the executions, the persecution of media workers and the impact on civilians make inclusive governance that meets all the aspirations of the Afghan people an urgent matter. It is important that those who govern in Afghanistan guarantee civilians’ rights and respect international obligations. Mexico and Ireland, as co-Chairs of the Informal Expert Group on Women and Peace and Security, once called for the future Government of Afghanistan to include the full and effective participation of women. We regret that that call was not been heeded in the formation of the interim Government.”
2021-09-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8853 (2021) · source
“Moreover, it is estimated that one in three people experience food insecurity, exacerbated by drought. It is also estimated that half of children under 5 years of age suffer some degree of malnutrition. It is clear that humanitarian assistance is urgently needed, yet attacks on humanitarian personnel continue unabated. Furthermore, there are reports that female humanitarian workers are being restricted if they are not accompanied by a man. Mexico echoes calls to guarantee unrestricted humanitarian access. We will closely follow the 13 September ministerial meeting to be convened by the Secretary-General to assess the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan.”
2021-09-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8853 (2021) · source
“The testimony of the briefers makes it clear that the Afghan people need the support of the United Nations and the international community more than ever. Mexico stands in solidarity with the Afghan people and reiterates its willingness to provide assistance for humanitarian reasons to those whose lives are in imminent danger or are at risk of physical harm. An example of this was the humanitarian protection and asylum granted to media workers and their families, as well as to women from the Afghan Dreamers Team. We commend all States that have hosted refugees and reiterate the importance of respecting international refugee law. As outlined by Special Representative Lyons, the humanitarian situation is deplorable. Between January and August, 550,000 people were displaced.”
2021-09-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8853 (2021) · source
“Mr. De la Fuente Ramírez (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): I thank Special Representative Deborah Lyons, Ms. Malala Yousafzai and Ms. Wazhma Frogh for their briefings. My country highly values their testimony, and I am sure the same is true for other countries. The Security Council has before it today the important task of considering the role of the United Nations, particularly the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan, in supporting Afghanistan in overcoming the complex humanitarian, political and security situation. I express my country’s appreciation for the work of the Mission. Its efforts to protect human rights, promote gender equality and facilitate humanitarian assistance is now more important than ever.”
2021-09-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8853 (2021) · source
“It also makes it possible to keep conflicts under review without the perceived pressure of being under the scrutiny of the Security Council, as in the case of Guinea-Bissau or Burundi. As has been repeatedly stated, the active involvement of women, young people and minorities as central actors in processes to prevent new outbreaks of violence and to promote political stabilization is indispensable. Finally, I would like to note that the recommendations of the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations have the great advantage of including the views of troop- and police-contributing countries in order to ensure that its proposals align with experiences on the ground and build on lessons learned.”
2021-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8851 (2021) · source
“That is the only way to ensure inclusive peacebuilding strategies that allow for the restoration of the social fabric and responding to the interests of the societies and Governments of the countries that they are reaching out to. In that regard, we welcome the fact that, from its inception, the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in the Sudan was established as an integrated mission. Fifthly, there is a need to strengthen collaboration with the Peacebuilding Commission through a shared responsibility approach. The Commission has considerable capacity when it comes to convening all relevant actors in transition contexts and establishing strategic partnerships with regional organizations.”
2021-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8851 (2021) · source
“It is therefore essential that the actual capacities of national actors on the ground be taken into account in order to ensure the protection of civilians and work with them on effective protection plans. The third concerns focusing on the civilian aspects of any transition, from civilian capacity planning, particularly with regard to capacities in place for the promotion and protection of human rights, to gender equality, the rule of law, access to justice, security sector reform, the proper management of arms and ammunition, the reduction of community violence, reconciliation and strengthening electoral systems, among others. The fourth concerns the need to involve resident coordinators and country teams.”
2021-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8851 (2021) · source
“The decision to withdraw a mission must not be subject to considerations that are not linked to the reality on the ground. Artificial deadlines establishing the end of a mission must also be avoided. The experience in Haiti, for example, compels us to ask ourselves whether the decision to transition to the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti was made at the right time. The second involves taking into account existing capabilities so as to ensure the protection of civilians. As we have seen in the case of the Sudan, the closure of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur has had its challenges in that regard, and some of its consequences are to be regretted.”
2021-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8851 (2021) · source
“The 2015 and 2020 reviews on the subject made it abundantly clear that there can be no development without peace and no peace without development, and that focusing on the structural causes of conflicts is crucial to preventing and resolving them. The evolving nature of conflicts also means that the focus of the Security Council must turn towards designing effective and flexible transitions. As we have seen, transitions can determine the path towards stability or relapse into violence. In that context, I should like to raise several points that pertain to assessing the transition or the reduction of a peacekeeping operations mandate: The first concerns objectively determining when to end or substantially modify a mission’s mandate.”
2021-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8851 (2021) · source
“Mr. De la Fuente Ramírez (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): We join others in thanking you, Madam President, for convening this open debate. We are also grateful for the briefings by the Secretary-General, the former President of Liberia, Mrs. Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, and the President of the Community Development Association of the Sudan. In addition, we commend Ireland for submitting a draft resolution on this issue, which we have co-sponsored with full conviction and which we trust will provide greater clarity to the transition processes of peacekeeping missions. Peacekeeping operations are key elements to the peacebuilding architecture.”
2021-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8851 (2021) · source
“In conclusion, it is imperative that the Security Council play a more active role in conflict prevention. However, there is a reluctance for the Council to address issues that may not yet pose a threat to international peace and security at the time but could become such a threat. That limits its ability to act preventively. It would be very interesting to know the views of The Elders in that regard.”
2021-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8850 (2021) · source
“Therefore, we again call on the permanent members of the Security Council to join the French-Mexican initiative and refrain from using the right to veto when there is a risk of mass atrocity crimes being committed. Indeed, the General Assembly must act when the Council is paralysed. We therefore welcome the fact in the light of a crisis, such as the pandemic, 179 countries co-sponsored resolution 74/274, spearheaded by Mexico in April last year, which promotes just, transparent and equitable access to the vaccines, which we all knew would soon emerge. However, that resolution was not binding. Today, 17 months later, we continue to emphasize that, in order to overcome the pandemic, we must distribute the vaccines more quickly, more fairly and more efficiently.”
2021-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8850 (2021) · source
“When such views prevail — through the misnamed right to veto, which is more than a right, but rather a delicate responsibility — there is an increased risk of the Council becoming an irrelevant organ. Paralysing the Council during major crises undermines its authority and relevance. It is paradoxical that, at national level, the majority of States believe that decisions should be taken by a simple or qualified majority, depending on the case. In the Council, however, if just one of the five permanent members so decides, it is possible to hamstring the will not only of the majority of the members of the Council, but of the international community. As has already been said here, the environment that prevailed 76 years ago does not match that of 2021.”
2021-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8850 (2021) · source
“Countries such as Haiti and other small island developing States deserve greater attention from the Council. Allow me to conclude by referring to a necessary precondition to address the challenges that I mentioned, as well as other challenges that have been mentioned here today, which are a constant concern to us. How can we make multilateralism more effective? There have been numerous occasions when the Council has not been up to the task of fulfilling its mandate under the Charter of the United Nations. Its slow response to the pandemic is an example. There are those who continue to believe that pandemics are not a matter of international security.”
2021-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8850 (2021) · source