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De Rivière

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“The European Union has contributed more than €335 million since 2021. The Security Council adopted resolution 2615 (2021) to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian assistance to the Afghan people and to prevent any diversion of funds. However, we must remain clear- eyed. The Taliban are choosing isolation. Far from grasping the outstretched hand, they continue to flout their commitments, as evidenced by the ban on girls’ access to secondary education. In the face of the serious human rights violations, which are multiplying, it is clear that the international community cannot trust its interlocutors. Respect for human rights, and in particular women’s rights, cannot be an adjustable variable. It is a principle enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations.”
2022-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9118 (2022) · source
“The expectations of the international community were clearly set out in resolution 2593 (2021), which was adopted a year ago and which defined the prerequisites for the stability and reconstruction of the country and recalled the obligations flowing from the conventions ratified by Afghanistan, including the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women and the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Despite the Taliban’s systematic and repeated failure to respect their own commitments, the international community has nevertheless continued to reach out to help the civilian population and to leave the door open to dialogue. France, together with the European Union, has played its full role in that collective effort. We responded without delay by contributing €123 million since last September.”
2022-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9118 (2022) · source
“Mr. De Rivière (France) (spoke in French): I thank Mr. Griffiths, Mr. Potzel and Ms. Morgan Edwards for their briefings. This month of August marks a sobering anniversary. Just over a year ago, Afghanistan sank into chaos. Since then, the humanitarian situation has continued to deteriorate. Afghanistan is among the countries in the world experiencing the worst food crisis, with nearly 20 million people affected, 6 million of whom are at risk of starvation. Afghans, especially Afghan women, are no longer able to enjoy their most basic rights and freedoms. We know who is responsible for that situation: the Taliban. Their seizure of power by force and all their actions since then have brought Afghanistan to the brink of collapse.”
2022-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9118 (2022) · source
“France once again calls on Russia to immediately cease hostilities, withdraw its troops from Ukrainian territory and fully respect international humanitarian law and international human rights law. It will continue to stand by the sovereign Ukrainian nation in its courageous and unrelenting action to defend itself.”
2022-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9104 (2022) · source
“The French position is very clear: it is necessary to continue to support Ukraine by all means, be they military, humanitarian or financial. France is devoting $2 billion to economic and humanitarian support for Ukraine. It welcomes the Lugano conference on reconstruction. It is ready to provide this support in the long term. France remains resolutely committed to supporting the efforts of the Ukrainian authorities and the international courts to bring those responsible for the large-scale abuses to justice. In this regard, it has provided technical assistance to the Prosecutor General’s Office of Ukraine and actively supports the activities of the International Criminal Court.”
2022-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9104 (2022) · source
“Russia is solely responsible for the worsening of the world food situation. In this context, the progress made in Istanbul on 22 July is a first step. France thanks the Secretary- General and Türkiye for the key role they played in those negotiations. The commitments that have been made must be kept and implemented without delay. What the world needs now is for ships to circulate in the Black Sea and for grain to reach those who need it. No sooner had the ink dried on these agreements than Russia launched an attack on the port of Odesa, followed a few days later by new strikes on Mykolayiv. To claim that these bombings do not undermine the effective launch of the mechanism agreed in Istanbul is a further lie.”
2022-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9104 (2022) · source
“As demanded by the International Court of Justice in its order of 16 March, Russia is legally obliged to immediately suspend its military operations. By acting aggressively against Ukraine, not only is Russia undermining the security of Europe, but it is also calling into question the fundamental principles of international law. France denounces the forced Russification of the zones occupied by the Russian army. The substitution of Russian names for Ukrainian names in cities and neighbourhoods, the granting of Russian citizenship to newborns, the introduction of the ruble and the modification of school curricula are all clear signals of Russia’s intentions. France will never recognize Russia’s control or annexation of Ukrainian territories. This war of aggression runs the risk of an unprecedented world food crisis.”
2022-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9104 (2022) · source
“Mr. De Rivière (France) (spoke in French): First of all, I would like to thank the Ambassador of Ireland for her contribution to the work of the Security Council since the beginning of last year and wish her all the best for her next mission with great warmth and friendship. We are entering the sixth month of the conflict. Russia continues its unjustifiable and devastating war. It is concentrating its efforts on eastern Ukraine, subjecting such cities as Poltava, Kremenchuk and Bakhmut to indiscriminate artillery shelling. Attacks on schools and hospitals continue. The conflict has already killed nearly 350 children and injured 560 others. Russia is responsible for this devastation. It has premeditated its aggression against a sovereign State in flagrant violation of the United Nations Charter.”
2022-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9104 (2022) · source
“France calls on the Libyan parties to cooperate fully with the International Criminal Court, in accordance with resolution 1970 (2011). Finally, as the mandate of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) approaches its end, France calls for a substantial renewal of its mandate in order to take into account developments in the situation over the past year. It commends the work of the Special Adviser and reiterates its call for the appointment of a Special Representative without further delay in order to avoid a vacancy at the helm of the United Nations mediation.”
2022-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9098 (2022) · source
“This is a further step towards the reunification of Libya’s military and security institutions, which demonstrates a strong commitment to the stabilization of the country and Libya’s sovereignty. France welcomes the reopening of the oil terminals. The resumption of production and exports is an important step. France will continue to support a fair and transparent redistribution of revenues for the benefit of the population as a whole. We welcome the renewal of the mandate of the Independent Fact- Finding Mission on Libya, which is essential to the fight against impunity. This is first and foremost the responsibility of the Libyan authorities, who must establish independent and strong judicial institutions.”
2022-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9098 (2022) · source
“It calls on the Libyan actors to rapidly finalize an agreement, particularly on the criteria for eligibility. The arms embargo must finally be respected. The European Union military operation in the Mediterranean (Operation IRINI) makes it possible to ensure this in practice, as was recently demonstrated by action against a ship that violated the embargo. France calls for the full implementation of the ceasefire agreement. This requires the withdrawal of all foreign forces and mercenaries as soon as possible, in accordance with the Libyan action plan, as well as the implementation of a demobilization, disarmament and reintegration process, in conjunction with the countries of the region. We welcome the meeting in Tripoli between Generals Haddad and Nadhouri as part of the work of the 5+5 Joint Military Commission.”
2022-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9098 (2022) · source
“Mr. De Rivière (France) (spoke in French): I thank the Assistant Secretary-General for her briefing. France would like to see a rapid resolution of the executive-power crisis in Libya. The status quo is not sustainable; it carries risks for the country’s stability. The tensions between militias, which are increasing in the Tripolitania region, are proof of that. This crisis must be resolved, and a unified Government capable of conducting the electoral process throughout the country must be established. It is also urgent to put Libya back on the path to elections. France supports the efforts of the United Nations to reach an agreement between the two Chambers on a constitutional basis in order to allow presidential and parliamentary elections to be held as soon as possible.”
2022-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9098 (2022) · source
“Despite the obstacles, the OPCW teams have continued their investigation with independence and professionalism, and I want to commend them once again. Any attempts to question the legitimacy and working methods of the Technical Secretariat are impermissible. We will pay very close attention to the conclusions of the next two reports of the Investigation and Identification Team on the Douma and Marea incidents. The fight against impunity and the total ban on the use of chemical weapons remain our priorities. This fight is the foundation of the effectiveness and credibility of the prohibition regime. It is essential to ensure that the perpetrators of chemical-weapon attacks are identified and held to account. That is why we continue to mobilize in support of the international partnership against impunity for the use of chemical weapons.”
2022-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9097 (2022) · source
“In particular, he informed us that cylinders containing chemicals were destroyed in a place where they should not have been. We have to keep on saying it: Syria must be completely transparent about its entire stockpile. The Syrian regime continues to obstruct the work of the OPCW. In the total absence of cooperation from it for more than a year, and after six refusals, the Technical Secretariat finally gave up deploying the Declaration Assessment Team to the territory. That attitude of systematic obstruction is unacceptable. We appeal firmly to the Syrian regime to respond in writing and as soon as possible to the 20 questions that are still pending. Syria must comply with its obligations if it wants to restore the rights and privileges that were suspended by the decision taken by the Conference of the States Parties in April 2021.”
2022-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9097 (2022) · source
“Mr. De Rivière (France) (spoke in French): I thank Mrs. Nakamitsu for her briefing. Nine years ago, Bashar Al-Assad killed more than 1,000 Syrians in the suburbs of Damascus. That has never been disputed by anyone. Following that massacre, the Council unanimously adopted resolution 2118 (2013). I want to reiterate that resolution 2118 (2013) was adopted unanimously, including by those who have contested Syria’s use of chemical weapons today. It has been almost nine years since Syria joined the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). In spite of that, we must once again deplore the complete lack of progress that has been made. The situation is not evolving. Syria’s initial declaration remains incomplete. The report we just heard from the Director-General of the OPCW is very clear.”
2022-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9097 (2022) · source
“We also welcome the emphasis placed today on the situation of stateless children. Laws preventing mothers from passing on their nationality must be repealed, and universal birth registration must be guaranteed. All children must be able to enjoy their rights equally. Thirdly and finally, we must continue to fight relentlessly against impunity. France commends the role of the United Nations and all actors who are committed to child protection. We must also make greater use of sanctions as a tool to complement legal proceedings. Rest assured that France will continue its historic commitment to the protection of children in conflict.”
2022-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9096 (2022) · source
“First, the fight against grave violations must not end with the release of children. Their reintegration into society is fundamental, while re-recruitment represents an unforgivable failure. The Paris Principles and the Paris Commitments address the dual objective of releasing child soldiers and reintegrating them into civilian life. Since 2007, 112 States have endorsed those Principles and Commitments — we reiterate our call for their universal endorsement. Secondly, we must redouble our efforts to protect refugee and internally displaced children, who are among the most vulnerable. France welcomes the work of UNICEF and humanitarian actors. Access to education is a major issue, which is why France has worked, for example, towards the immediate enrolment in schools of more than 18,000 Ukrainian refugee children.”
2022-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9096 (2022) · source
“In that connection, France once again condemns the Russian aggression against Ukraine, the consequences of which are dramatic when it comes to children. The mechanisms at the Security Council’s disposal must be brought into play without delay — if necessary, through more frequent reports when the situation is urgent. Murders and mutilations and attacks against schools and hospitals must be recorded and attributed immediately. The credibility of the United Nations and the Council’s sanctions list is at stake. France is also concerned about the situations in Somalia, Afghanistan, Myanmar, Syria and Yemen. We welcome the efforts of the United Nations to establish dialogue with the parties and promote the signing of action plans. In the face of those worrisome trends, I would like to highlight three points.”
2022-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9096 (2022) · source
“Mr. De Rivière (France) (spoke in French): I thank Brazil for having organized this debate. I also thank Ms. Russell and Mrs. Gamba de Potgieter for their briefings, and I commend the poignant statement made by Mr. Kumi in his capacity as a survivor. Through him, I pay tribute to all those involved in protecting children during conflict. France commends the ongoing efforts of the whole of the United Nations system to free children from war. With more than 150,000 children freed since 2005, the children and armed conflict agenda represents what the Council does best when circumstances require. However, we can and must do more. Violations continue as conflicts multiply, increasing the vulnerability of children. Violations committed by regular forces are also on the rise.”
2022-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9096 (2022) · source
“There is still much to be done. France will continue to support the Secretary-General’s Action for Peacekeeping Plus initiative, including by harnessing the potential of strategic communications for peace.”
2022-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9090 (2022) · source
“Mastering information and communications technology is essential, especially if we are to reach the youngest members of populations. The Secretary-General can count on France’s support in that regard. We provided nearly $700,000 in 2021 and 2022 for digital peacekeeping communications. But it is the women and men on the ground who are the faces and voices of peace operations above all. Their communications must be proactive, adapted to the environment and in the local language. It is essential to train personnel for that, and that work is primarily the responsibility of troop-contributing countries. France will continue to support multilingualism in peace operations, in particular through the training of instructors for French-speaking contingents in partnership with the International Organization of la Francophonie.”
2022-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9090 (2022) · source
“It will enable capacity-building within operations aimed at detecting, analysing and responding to potential disinformation elements. Lastly, the United Nations must have adequate means to develop strategic communications. We should prioritize an integrated approach to communications, mission by mission, at every level, structured around shared messages, especially in promoting the women and peace and security and youth and peace and security agendas. An integrated approach will also help to strengthen coordination between the military, police and civilian components of operations. That approach should extend to all United Nations agencies, funds and programmes when a peace operation is in transition or in a drawdown phase. Peace operations must be provided with the necessary means.”
2022-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9090 (2022) · source
“The campaigns carried out in social network campaigns are intended to undermine the credibility and reputation of the Blue Helmets. They make the operational environment more complex. Measures have been taken to strengthen the security of the Blue Helmets and improve their image on the ground. The United Nations Mission in South Sudan has developed a WhatsApp group with influencers to respond to misinformation and disinformation concerning its work. The United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali trains journalists in fact- checking and broadcasts messages in local languages to prevent attempts at misinformation and disinformation. Such initiatives must be increased. To strengthen them, France is counting on the implementation of the Strategy for the Digital Transformation of United Nations Peacekeeping.”
2022-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9090 (2022) · source
“Information-sharing with regard to the situation on the ground and stakeholders’ expectations contributes to the implementation of mandates. The work of listening to and educating local authorities and communities must be pursued in order to strengthen partnerships and protect civilians. In that regard, I commend the exemplary role in providing reliable information to the population played by Radio Okapi within the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Mikado FM in Mali. Peacekeeping operations are facing increasingly hostile environments and are directly targeted, including in the area of communications. Massive misinformation and disinformation campaigns are being conducted in the Central African Republic and Mali.”
2022-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9090 (2022) · source
“Mr. De Rivière (France) (spoke in French): I thank Brazil for convening this meeting and the briefers for their presentations. Strategic communications for peacekeeping operations must be used for the protection of civilians and the implementation of their mandates. They can ensure that real-time information is provided to populations on their security environment. They must contribute to the effective functioning of early-warning and early- response networks. In taking advantage of the potential of digital technology, strategic communications can help combat hate speech, the incitement to violence and attempts at misinformation and disinformation. With respect to the host State, strategic communications must nurture mutual trust and regular dialogue in order to ensure the effectiveness and acceptance of the peacekeeping operation.”
2022-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9090 (2022) · source
“France will continue to fully assume its humanitarian responsibilities in the spirit of the principles and parameters of the Secretary-General on United Nations assistance in Syria. We shall be extremely vigilant in six months at the time of the renewal of the cross-border mechanism so as to ensure that the Security Council gives the humanitarian community the possibility to meet the immense needs of the people. France remains mobilized to bring an end to the war. However, our position and that of our European partners remains unchanged — we will not finance reconstruction or lift sanctions until a credible and inclusive political process is firmly under way, pursuant to resolution 2254 (2015), adopted unanimously by the Council.”
2022-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9089 (2022) · source
“Mr. De Rivière (France) (spoke in French): The renewal of the cross-border humanitarian aid mechanism is a relief because this remains a vital tool for millions of Syrians. I commend the efforts of Ireland and Norway to reach a compromise. But France is not satisfied with this precarious renewal for just six months, which will expire in the depths of winter at the very moment when aid is the most indispensable, without any firm guarantee of renewal. The call by the Secretary- General and the whole of the humanitarian community to renew this mechanism for 12 months was clear, but nevertheless ignored. The Council is therefore not up to its responsibilities, which is why France abstained in the voting. Our mobilization, however, remains intact.”
2022-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9089 (2022) · source
“Beyond the discussions about Taiz, it is essential that Yemenis engage in dialogue on the future of their country. It is time to bring this protracted conflict to an end. The relevant international parameters, including in resolutions adopted by the Council, are well known.”
2022-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9088 (2022) · source
“Despite the truce, the humanitarian situation remains very worrisome. International humanitarian law and human rights must be respected by all, and full humanitarian access must be guaranteed. It is essential that United Nations personnel be allowed to travel in safety. We reiterate our call for the immediate and unconditional release of all those detained by the Houthis. With regard to the FSO SAFER oil tanker, we call on States and the private sector to contribute financially to the appeal launched by the United Nations. There is no time to lose if we want to avoid a disaster. The renewal of the truce is a precious opportunity to move forward on the security, political and economic tracks of the strategic framework proposed by the United Nations.”
2022-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9088 (2022) · source
“Mr. De Rivière (France) (spoke in French): I thank Mr. Grundberg and Ms. Msuya for their briefings. The truce has now lasted for almost three months and is generally respected by the parties. It is essential that it be renewed next month and that we achieve a sustainable nationwide ceasefire. The progress made by the Special Envoy since the beginning of the truce is commendable. I am referring in particular to access to Al-Hudaydah port and Sana’a airport. We also note the goodwill of the Yemeni Government. France calls on the parties to respond positively to the Special Envoy’s balanced proposal on Taiz. The Houthis must lift the blockade and reopen the main road to the city. The parties must make the necessary compromises because the suffering of the people of Taiz has gone on for too long.”
2022-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9088 (2022) · source
“France now calls on all members of the Council to show unity and responsibility and to continue the dialogue to renew this indispensable mechanism, at the request of the Secretary-General himself as well as humanitarian agencies and non-governmental organizations. Council members can rest assured that France is committed and mobilized to achieving that end.”
2022-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9087 (2022) · source
“Draft resolution S/2022/541, which was submitted by the Russian Federation, does not take into account the humanitarian needs in Syria, which have never been greater in 11 years of conflict. The humanitarian community is united on the point that a renewal for only six months would be insufficient. It would not permit the proper planning of operations, which need predictability and stability. A six-month renewal would be all the more difficult as it would plunge Syrians into uncertainty in the middle of winter, when aid is most needed. That is why France voted against the draft resolution submitted by the Russian Federation and why that resolution failed overwhelmingly to convince the members of the Council.”
2022-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9087 (2022) · source
“Mr. De Rivière (France) (spoke in French): France regrets that draft resolution S/2022/538, which was submitted by Ireland and Norway with the support of virtually all the members of the Security Council, was not adopted owing to the veto exercised by the Russian Federation alone. That jeopardizes international humanitarian support to Syria and the survival of millions of people. France commends Ireland and Norway for their tireless efforts to reach a compromise. Cross- border humanitarian aid remains vital for hundreds of thousands of Syrians. No other alternative exists today for providing assistance to more than 2.4 million people; meanwhile, the Syrian regime continues to instrumentalize aid for political purposes.”
2022-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9087 (2022) · source
“The agreement we negotiated in Vienna continues to provide non-proliferation benefits to the international community. It is also in Iran’s interest, as it offers significant sanctions relief that can benefit both its economy and people. But the window of opportunity is closing. We call on Iran to stop its nuclear escalation, restore its full cooperation with the Agency and seize the current opportunity to lift all the United States sanctions against it in contravention of the JCPOA. France reaffirms its commitment to concluding the agreement as soon as possible, while there is still time.”
2022-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9085 (2022) · source
“We continue to hope that Iran will engage in such a process. However, we are becoming increasingly concerned because Iran has not managed to seize the opportunity presented to it during Mr. Josep Borrell Fontelles’s visit to Tehran and the indirect talks with the United States that ended yesterday in Doha. What we see is that Iran has not only failed to take advantage of the offer on the table but has brought in new issues outside the scope of the JCPOA with its maximalist and unrealistic demands. We continue to believe that an effective return to full implementation of the JCPOA has the potential to contribute positively to regional prosperity and security, and we will spare no effort to achieve that. But we will not succeed if Iran continues to reject that path.”
2022-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9085 (2022) · source
“That is indeed a matter for the Council’s consideration. The situation is equally worrisome with regard to Iran’s other activities falling within the scope of resolution 2231 (2015). Iran continues to pursue its ballistic-missile activities in a major way. We reiterate our full support for the Secretary-General’s efforts to investigate possible transfers of that technology in the region. Those activities put Iran in a position to threaten international security, and the Council has all the more reason to closely monitor them because they are occurring in a context where the IAEA, owing to Iran’s activities, is no longer able to assure the international community that Iran’s nuclear programme is exclusively peaceful. The solution requires respect for international law, dialogue and de-escalation.”
2022-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9085 (2022) · source
“The more knowledge gains that Iran accumulates, with irreversible consequences, the more difficult it will be to return to the JCPOA, which was designed according to different technical parameters that corresponded to the level of Iran’s knowledge in 2015. We call on Iran to stop that spiral, which could prevent the agreement from being concluded at all. At the same time, Iran’s lack of cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is becoming ever more serious and worrying. The Agency is making it clear that it will very soon be unable to restore the continuity of its knowledge of Iran’s nuclear programme, and that is irreversible. It is deeply concerning that Iran’s decisions are blocking the IAEA from fully exercising the mandate given to it by the Security Council through resolution 2231 (2015).”
2022-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9085 (2022) · source
“As a result of Iran’s violations of the JCPOA for more than three years, including in the course of the discussions in Vienna on its most problematic activities, its nuclear programme is now further advanced than it has ever been. Tehran has accelerated its development of those activities without any credible justification that they are for civilian use, including its accelerated accumulation of uranium enriched up to 20 per cent and 60 per cent. Last year Iran began uranium metal activities. That is not only prohibited by the JCPOA but also highly troubling from a nuclear-proliferation perspective, because the knowledge and know-how that it enables Iran to acquire can be useful for nuclear-weapon production. In the past few days Iran has begun installing new, advanced, higher-performance centrifuge cascades.”
2022-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9085 (2022) · source
“Mr. De Rivière (France) (spoke in French): I would like to thank the Under-Secretary-General, the Facilitator for the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015) and the Head of Delegation of the European Union for their briefings. Together with its British and German partners, France remains committed to enabling a return to the full implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and resolution 2231 (2015) as quickly as possible. We support the efforts of the JCPOA Coordinator in that regard. It is more urgent than ever to conclude the agreement while it is still possible, because the window of opportunity is closing and because Iran has ramped up its violations of the nuclear provisions of resolution 2231 (2015).”
2022-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9085 (2022) · source
“France regrets that this progress, which, albeit partial, reflects the balance of positions in the Security Council, was not subject to unanimous support. We hope that the measures still in place will in future be adapted to national efforts to combat trafficking and the spread of weapons.”
2022-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9084 (2022) · source
“The sanctions regime will now include a new designation criterion to combat the growing use of improvised explosive devices. By adopting this resolution, the Council welcomes the diplomatic efforts by the countries of the region and the conclaves held in Nairobi. It welcomes the steps taken to contribute to reconciliation, stabilization and safeguarding peace. France has heard the calls by the Democratic Republic of the Congo with regard to the notification procedure for providing military materials and assistance. That is why, in order to support stepping up the capacity and reform of the Congolese armed forces, the resolution eases that procedure significantly. It does not relax the embargo on weapons destined for active armed groups in the country.”
2022-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9084 (2022) · source
“Mr. De Rivière (France) (spoke in French): France welcomes the adoption of resolution 2641 (2022), which renews the sanctions regime and the mandate of the Group of Experts concerning the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Security Council met yesterday on the situation in the country (see S/PV.9081), which continues to deteriorate. Armed groups are continuing their attacks against civilians, security forces and the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Violations of human rights and international humanitarian law, attacks against civilian personnel and the pillaging of natural resources continue. The Council should be prepared to sanction those responsible for instability in the eastern part of the country.”
2022-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9084 (2022) · source
“The text also calls upon Mali and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to continue their discussions in order to reach agreement on a return to constitutional order and the convening of elections. We hope that the 3 July ECOWAS Summit will help us make progress in that respect. We call for the early resumption of the implementation of the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali, which has been at a standstill since October 2021. We remain convinced that the agreement is the appropriate framework to ensure a lasting improvement in the situation in Mali. In that context, France hopes that the strategic review of the Secretary-General, set to take place in six months, will provide us with an in-depth analysis of the conditions in which MINUSMA can carry out its mandate and draw the appropriate conclusions.”
2022-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9082 (2022) · source
“Resolution 2640 (2022), which we have just adopted, contains three messages that I would like to highlight. Obstacles to the work of the Mission and contingent rotations troops must be overcome. MINUSMA’s freedom of movement must be ensured, because that is a precondition for its effectiveness. Violations of human rights and of international humanitarian law must end. Such violations have been committed not only by terrorist groups but also by elements of the Malian armed forces along with Wagner Group mercenaries. MINUSMA must be able to gain access to the areas affected in order to carry out its mandate and publish quarterly reports on human rights. The perpetrators of violations must be brought to justice. Finally, the Security Council takes note of the announcement in the resolution of a two-year extension of the transition period.”
2022-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9082 (2022) · source
“Mr. De Rivière (France) (spoke in French): France welcomes the renewal of the mandate of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA). The situation in Mali is fragile. Insecurity is increasing, and civilians are the primary victims. The Blue Helmets’ mission, just as that of the Malian armed forces, is a difficult one. The country still needs MINUSMA. During the negotiations, France listened carefully to the positions of each member of the Council and of Mali. We regret the fact that there were abstentions, of course, because MINUSMA needs our unanimous support. In order for it to be able to discharge its mission, however, the Malian transitional authorities must also shoulder their responsibilities.”
2022-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9082 (2022) · source
“It is the younger generation that will build the Democratic Republic of the Congo of tomorrow. To support access to education, France will provide €500,000 to the Kinshasa Digital Foundation to prepare students in the Democratic Republic of the Congo for higher education. I will conclude by reaffirming France’s support for the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and MONUSCO. Their actions serve peace in the region on a daily basis.”
2022-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9081 (2022) · source
“The Security Council’s sanctions regime, which we are preparing to renew, is an additional tool that should make it possible to combat those who use children in armed conflicts. Finally, our partnerships must be strengthened to ensure sustainable development for the benefit of populations. France welcomes the continuation of work in parliament to prepare for the 2023 elections. The protection of democratic space, transparency, inclusiveness and the participation of women will contribute to the smooth conduct of these elections. In the area of health, support for the Democratic Republic of the Congo must be increased. Accordingly, France recently donated nearly 300,000 doses of vaccine against coronavirus disease. The European Union has committed €600,000 in humanitarian aid to combat an outbreak of monkeypox in Maniema province.”
2022-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9081 (2022) · source
“Priority must be given to the protection of civilians. We are witnessing a resurgence of hate speech targeting communities and individuals. MONUSCO has stepped up its prevention efforts. Everyone must commit to fighting these incitements to violence, which have led to the displacement of thousands of people. Some armed groups are targeting these civilians by attacking camps for displaced persons. France welcomes the mobilization of MONUSCO — and in particular its reconfigured Force Intervention Brigade — to protect these camps. In the past three months, no new armed groups have committed to ceasing the recruitment or use of children. France calls for increased efforts aimed at preventing the unlawful recruitment and use of children.”
2022-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9081 (2022) · source
“Attacks on the Mission, which lost nine peacekeepers this quarter, must stop and be investigated. The process begun in Nairobi must continue. Consultations with armed groups must lead to their disarmament, demobilization and reintegration. It is essential that the regional force announced during the most recent Conclave be complementary to a political process. It must be coordinated with MONUSCO, while respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. France will continue to support the continuation of dialogue between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda within the framework of existing mechanisms and ongoing diplomatic initiatives. I am thinking in particular of the mediation initiated by the President of the Republic of Angola, with the support of the African Union.”
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“Mr. De Rivière (France) (spoke in French): I thank Ms. Keita and Ms. Lusenge for their briefings. France fully supports regional efforts to stabilize the deteriorating situation in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Civilians and the country’s security forces continue to suffer from attacks by armed groups. France condemns the ongoing offensives by the Mouvement du 23 mars and the actions of other armed groups, including the Allied Democratic Forces, the Coopérative pour le développement du Congo and the Forces démocratiques de libération du Rwanda. The United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) is carrying out its mandate with respect for human rights and international humanitarian law.”
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