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Dian Triansyah Djani

lines on the record: 450
first: 2020-03-30
most recent: 2021-01-26
sittings or episodes: 79
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“We commend the Government of Tunisia for hosting the meeting, as well as the Governments of Morocco and Egypt for hosting previous intra-Libyan dialogues. We reaffirm the importance of Libyan-owned and-led dialogue, as set out in resolution 2510 (2020). Secondly, we call on all parties to fully respect international humanitarian law and take all the necessary measures to protect civilians. Attacks against health facilities, migrants, displaced persons and the personnel of United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) must stop. It is concerning that fuel shortages and electricity outages in Libya continue to disrupt people’s lives and impact hospitals and schools across the country. Coronavirus disease cases have doubled, with more than 20,000 confirmed cases and 320 deaths reported in September alone.”
2020-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1108 (2020) · source
“Indonesia would like to thank Ms. Fatou Bensouda, Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), for her briefing. We took note of the Prosecutor’s twentieth report to the Security Council pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011), on Libya. Allow me to focus on the following points. First, Indonesia welcomes the progress made through dialogue in Libya. We also welcome the long-awaited ceasefire agreement reached in October. We call for all relevant parties to respect and adhere to the ceasefire agreement and to commit to supporting its implementation. A military solution has never been the answer, and never will be. We also welcome the launch of the Libyan Political Dialogue Forum and its in-person meeting in Tunisia.”
2020-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1108 (2020) · source
“In turn, such unity can help to achieve the effective formulation and functioning of the Government at all levels and to address all the current challenges. Thirdly, we reiterate the importance of respect for the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Bosnia and Herzegovina in the implementation of the relevant treaties and Security Council resolutions. I would like to close by expressing Viet Nam and Indonesia’s long-standing support for the Bosnia and Herzegovina authorities to find a lasting solution that can accommodate the needs of all stakeholders. We have confidence that the Bosnia and Herzegovina authorities and people, together with the international community, will find the best solution for a stable and prosperous country.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1103 (2020) · source
“We support the work of the High Representative in that regard, and we call for continued international support to Bosnia and Herzegovina, including in terms of capacity-building and human capital development. Secondly, we call on all concerned parties to make more efforts to strengthen national unity for long-term stability and development. Both Viet Nam and Indonesia are multi-ethnic and multireligious countries. As such, we fully understand the value of national unity and harmony for the benefit of all our people. National unity can benefit from trust-building measures, national reconciliation, dialogue and the rule of law, all of which are aimed at the ultimate interests of the country and all its people.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1103 (2020) · source
“The objectives and conditions to build a resilient and united society for Bosnia and Herzegovina, and for the closure of the Office of the High Representative, have not been fully implemented. We note with concern the High Representative’s report about the unproductive political climate in the country, the increase in economic dependence and the vulnerabilities of the population. In that regard, we would like to highlight three points. First, we support the approach to strengthen local ownership of the political process, economic development and regional cooperation, which truly serves the long-term interests of the country and its people.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1103 (2020) · source
“I have the honour to deliver this joint statement on behalf of the two Association of South-East Asian Nations members of the Security Council, Viet Nam and Indonesia. We would like to thank High Representative Valentin Inzko for his twenty- fourth report (S/2020/1052, annex) and his insightful briefing. Our two delegations commend the efforts made in Bosnia and Herzegovina over the past six months, including the preparations for the upcoming 2020 local elections, and the steps taken to respond to and recover from impacts of the coronavirus disease pandemic with support from the international community. With the approach of the twenty-fifth anniversary of the signing of the General Framework Agreement for Peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina, sadly there are not enough positive developments on the ground.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1103 (2020) · source
“We believe that this idea is becoming more relevant now, especially prior to the convening of the Conference of the States Parties of the Chemical Weapons Convention in The Hague by the end of this month. In that regard, the unity of the Council is something for which we all must strive. Lastly, I would like to take this opportunity to once again state my delegation’s firm position that the use of chemical weapons anywhere, at any time, by anybody and under any circumstances cannot be justified and that the perpetrators must be held accountable.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1088 (2020) · source
“In addition, we note the response letter, dated 4 November, from the Syrian Arab Republic to the Director General of the OPCW and Syria’s commitment to continue working with the OPCW Technical Secretariat. Again, enhancing communication and coordination between the OPCW and the Syrian authorities is of the utmost importance. Before concluding, Indonesia wishes to emphasize the importance for the Council to continue the discussion on this issue in a comprehensive manner, consistent with the ongoing process in The Hague. My delegation believes that our monthly discussion in the Council must add value to the relevant work of the OPCW and eventually assist in permanently closing this issue.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1088 (2020) · source
“Both reports stated that the results of the analysis of all available data did not enable the FFM to establish whether or not chemicals had been used as weapons in the incidents. My delegation looks forward to receiving future results of the FFM’s work. Without comprehensive analysis, it is always important to avoid the temptation to jump to any conclusion and adopt a one-sided interpretation of the OPCW technical reports. Thirdly, the support of all relevant parties, including the Security Council, based on good faith and without politicization of the issue, is key to advancing the progress of this dossier. Indonesia also notes the report of the OPCW Director General, dated 16 October, regarding the implementation of the OPCW Executive Council decision, adopted on 9 July 2020 (see S/2020/1033, annex).”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1088 (2020) · source
“Indonesia hopes that more substantive discussions can be held regularly to address all the outstanding issues regarding Syria’s initial declaration. My delegation has been consistent in encouraging constructive engagement and dialogue between the Syrian Arab Republic and the OPCW. Indeed, the continued consultation and cooperation between both parties cannot be further emphasized. Secondly, we recognize that the Fact-Finding Mission in Syria (FFM) continues to study all available information related to allegations of the use of chemical weapons in the Syrian Arab Republic. We note the recent report of the OPCW FFM regarding the incident in Saraqib in August 2016 and in Aleppo in November 2018 (see S/2020/1082, annex).”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1088 (2020) · source
“We thank Under-Secretary-General Nakamitsu for her briefing. My delegation notes that the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) Technical Secretariat is continuing its mandated activities related to the Syrian chemical-weapons programme despite the travel restrictions due to the coronavirus disease pandemic. We appreciate the efforts to ensure the continuity of the relevant activities in that regard without compromising the safety and the health of the OPCW personnel. We note the eighty-fifth monthly report of the Director General of the OPCW (see S/2020/1056, annex). In that regard, we wish to highlight the following points. First, my delegation appreciates the holding of the twenty-third round of consultations between the Declaration Assessment Team and the Syrian National Authority in Damascus last month.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1088 (2020) · source
“To conclude, let me once again reaffirm our commitment to providing our full support to police peacekeeping. Rest assured that Indonesia, as the largest troop- and police-contributing country in the current membership of the Security Council, will continue to support the Blue Berets. I would like to personally thank all the peacekeepers on the ground for their dedicated service to the cause of peace.”
2020-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1092 (2020) · source
“Could they share with us the measures that have been taken in their respective missions to provide an enabling environment for women officers? What are their recommendations with regard to increasing the participation and the role of women peacekeepers? Noting that there are many questions today, I fully support the proposal of the three African members of the Security Council plus Saint Vincent and the Grenadines regarding the request for the Secretariat to come up with a report in 2021 on the work of UNPOL. I would like to add that the report should also reflect the progress on the implementation of resolution 2538 (2020), on women in peacekeeping operations, with a particular focus on efforts to increase the numbers and the performance of women police peacekeepers.”
2020-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1092 (2020) · source
“Indonesia will also host the annual training conference of the International Association of Women Police in Yogyakarta in September next year. Allow me now to put two questions to all the Police Commissioners. My first question is related to the mandate. Based on the experience of the Police Commissioners on the ground, what aspect of the mandate related to UNPOL needs to be strengthened and focused? Are the missions supported with the necessary and adequate resources to carry out their tasks? What can the Council do to address this issue? My second question is about women in peacekeeping. As the Police Commissioners are aware, resolution 2538 (2020) also calls for the provision of an enabling, safe and gender-sensitive working environment for women peacekeepers in missions.”
2020-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1092 (2020) · source
“We stand ready to deploy them as part of specialized police teams in various missions. My third point is on women’s participation in UNPOL. In line with the recently adopted resolution 2538 (2020), we need to continue our collective efforts to increase women’s participation in peacekeeping. We are pleased to note that targets have been achieved in increasing the number of women personnel, both as individual police officers and as part of a formed police unit. At the same time, we believe that there is still plenty of room for improvement in order to ensure better participation of women in peacekeeping. To increase women’s participation, Indonesia focuses on investing in training and capacity-building. For that reason, early next year Indonesia and Norway will organize training to prepare Indonesian women police for deployment.”
2020-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1092 (2020) · source
“To effectively discharge their mandate, it is vital that police peacekeepers be well trained and well protected. Indonesia has long been consistent in promoting training and capacity-building for peacekeepers. Our peacekeepers receive rigorous training not only in basic policing skills but also in other skill sets, such as language, understanding of the local culture and human rights. Such training is crucial not only to prepare peacekeepers to carry out their tasks professionally, but also to engage with the local population through effective community-oriented policing. We in Indonesia also train our police officers with specialized expertise, such as forensics, investigation, serious and organized crime and sexual and gender-based violence, as well as public order management.”
2020-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1092 (2020) · source
“With the increasing complexity of conflict and challenges faced by peacekeeping missions, the role of UNPOL will be even more important. That requires better planning and coordination and a more efficient recruitment and deployment process, as well as stronger institutional support for UNPOL. The growing tasks and role of UNPOL must also be supported with adequate and sustainable financial resources. Furthermore, as peacekeepers are dealing with more dangerous environments, more efforts should also be made to ensure their safety and security, particularly in the time of the coronavirus disease. The Secretariat must redouble its efforts to improve the protection capacity and medical facilities in the missions. My second point concerns enhancing the performance and the professionalism of UNPOL.”
2020-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1092 (2020) · source
“Currently, 307 Indonesian police officers serve in five peacekeeping missions, namely, MINUSCA, MINUSMA, the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur and UNMISS. Allow me now to make general observations on the role of UNPOL, followed by some questions to the briefers. My first point is on the increasing role and contribution of UNPOL to peacekeeping operations. Since its first deployment in the United Nations Operation in the Congo (Democratic Republic of the Congo) in 1960, the role of UNPOL has vastly expanded and today includes assisting host countries in maintaining security, law and order, protecting civilians, combating crime and building the capacity of the police service.”
2020-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1092 (2020) · source
“As we mark the sixtieth anniversary of the United Nations police (UNPOL) this year, I would like to salute all police peacekeepers, men and women, for their service and dedication in peacekeeping and special political missions around the world. Let me also take this opportunity to pay tribute to the fallen peacekeepers who served with honour and made the ultimate sacrifice to advance the cause of peace. Indonesia takes pride as a longstanding and major contributor of UNPOL. Since our first participation in the United Nations Transition Assistance Group in Namibia in 1989, we have deployed more than 2,700 police officers in 17 peacekeeping and special political missions.”
2020-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1092 (2020) · source
“Let me begin by thanking you, Madam President, for convening this annual briefing on the United Nations police (UNPOL). I would also like to thank Assistant Secretary-General Alexander Zouev and the Police Commissioners of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) and the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti for their insightful briefings and for bringing the experience from the ground. Indonesia is keen to participate in this debate not only because we have always put priorities on peacekeeping and peacekeepers, including police peacekeepers, but also because we would like to hear updates from the ground.”
2020-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1092 (2020) · source
“But in order to be able to work together, we have to acknowledge that there are clear links between peace and sustainable development and that, without development — from local community to State level to international cooperation — our efforts will be in vain, and peace will be harder to attain.”
2020-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1090 (2020) · source
“That potential should be leveraged to prevent, manage and resolve conflict, as well as to collectively address the drivers of conflict and instability. As we have often reiterated, we believe that neighbours know best. There should also be a sharing of responsibility and experiences between regional and subregional organizations. The Security Council must continue to support efforts by regional and subregional organizations in that regard. In conclusion, to quote an old proverb that is known all over the world, including in the Caribbean: “A harvest of peace grows from seeds of contentment.” Peace does not come without hard work. No single actor alone can thoroughly address the drivers of conflicts and insecurity.”
2020-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1090 (2020) · source
“The Peacebuilding Commission also plays a vital role in coordinating responses across the principal organs of the United Nations and beyond, including by mobilizing regional organizations, international financial institutions and private sectors. Thirdly, I wish to highlight the role of regional and subregional organizations. Countries in one region often face similar challenges. Such challenges are sometimes also transboundary and interconnected in nature and require strong cooperation among countries in the region. Regional and subregional organizations have deep knowledge, unique perspectives and strong local connections that are crucial for supporting countries in building lasting peace.”
2020-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1090 (2020) · source
“We have witnessed how current contemporary security challenges are interlinked, from climate change to food security. Addressing the root causes of S/2020/1090 conflict and instability requires concerted efforts, including the exchange of information and mobilizing expertise and capacity. United Nations missions on the ground have the capacity to monitor and identify drivers of conflicts, serving as part of early warning system. Meanwhile, United Nations agencies, funds and programmes have technical capacities to address specific conflict drivers. The Council needs to work in tandem with all relevant United Nations bodies, as well as specialized agencies, in order to find solutions to those new challenges.”
2020-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1090 (2020) · source
“That should continue to be one of the priority mandates of United Nations special political missions and peacekeeping operations. We must also ensure that the United Nations missions mandated by the Council provide a strong foundation for long-term and sustained socioeconomic development. For that to succeed, we need strong national ownership and the inclusive participation of all local stakeholders, as they have a better understanding of the conflict risks to be addressed. We also need partnership, resources and the sharing of experiences from international stakeholders. Secondly, we must enhance synergies throughout the work of the entire United Nations system. The United Nations must respond in coherent manner, harnessing the strengths of its different organs. The division of labour and coordination with a clear road map are key.”
2020-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1090 (2020) · source
“To that end, the Security Council, as the organ with the principal mandate of maintaining international peace and security, should continue to mainstream such a coherent approach. Having said that, allow me to highlight three points. First, it is necessary to strengthen national capacities. Ensuring an effective State presence and the protection and provision of basic needs of populations, as well as combatting poverty and inequality, are key in order to sustainably break the conflict cycle. It is imperative to build and strengthen the institutional capacities of conflict-affected countries to create environments conducive to peace and security so that national stakeholders can take a holistic approach to addressing the root causes of conflicts. That must include investing in national capacities for conflict prevention.”
2020-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1090 (2020) · source
“As members may recall, that was also one of the key takeaways from the open debate on the topic of pandemics and the challenges of sustaining peace held during Indonesia’s presidency in August (S/2020/799). Indeed, the challenges to peace and security are multifaceted and contemporary issues such as the pandemic, environmental and development issues, protectionism, terrorism and extremism may compound that challenge. It is now more important than ever to strengthen the multilateral system in order to address the root causes of conflict. During many discussions in the Security Council, we often hear about the need for a comprehensive approach to ensure peace and stability that encompasses security, human rights and humanitarian aspects, as well as sustainable development.”
2020-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1090 (2020) · source
“It is an honour and a privilege to have Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and His Excellency Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves presiding over this important meeting this morning. As a fellow archipelagic islander country, we wish Saint Vincent and the Grenadines all the best in this month’s historical presidency, as it is the first time in history that Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has sat on the Council. I thank the Deputy Secretary-General, our sister Ms. Amina Mohammed, and the briefers for their comprehensive briefings. Mr. Ibrahim Mayaki, Sir Hilary Beckles and our brother, Ambassador Munir Akram, have provided us with ample information for a lively discussion. As we have witnessed, the current pandemic has exacerbated fragility in many conflict-affected countries and may reverse peacebuilding efforts.”
2020-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1090 (2020) · source
“Therefore, Indonesia firmly decided to vote in favour of it. Indonesia remains committed to strongly supporting the full implementation of resolution 1325 (2000), resolution 2538 (2020) and its subsequent resolutions. All such resolutions are strong foundations to promote women’s full, equal and meaningful participation in preventing conflict and sustaining peace. We are, and will continue to be, actively involved in constructive initiatives and activities, raised by States Members of the United Nations and other relevant stakeholders, that strengthen the advancement of the women and peace and security agenda. In that regard, Indonesia believes that we must work together in the spirit of unity, solidarity and mutual understanding. The women and peace and security agenda is crucial for all countries and all women across the world.”
2020-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1076 (2020) · source
“We thank Russia for initiating the important draft resolution S/2020/1054 to commemorate the twentieth anniversary of resolution 1325 (2000). We deeply regret that such a crucial draft resolution did not reach consensus at such a pivotal moment. History will record that, for the first time, there was a draft resolution under the agenda of women and peace and security that failed to be adopted. We understand that many substantial elements should have been attached as additional values into the draft resolution, as repeatedly advised by some delegations. However, it would be a disservice to gloss over and disregard the draft resolution, which has a distinct potential to advance the women and peace and security agenda constructively. It complements all previous Security Council resolutions on the women and peace and security agenda.”
2020-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1076 (2020) · source
“Indonesia therefore urges the Secretary-General to appoint, without further delay, a new personal envoy who can continue and expand the good work of the previous envoy, Mr. Horst Köhler. Any further delay would become a significant impediment to the political process for finding a solution acceptable to all parties. We thank the United States of America as penholder for its approach in preparing the text. We also commend the constructive engagement of all parties in the political process, and call on them to remain committed and to extend their fullest support and cooperation to the personal envoy to achieve progress towards a political solution. S/2020/1075 S/2020/1075”
2020-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1075 (2020) · source
“I would like to begin my statement by reiterating my delegation’s full support for the good offices of the Secretary-General. Indonesia underscores the pivotal role being played by the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO) in maintaining a conducive environment for the peace process. We would like to urge all parties to continue to engage constructively with MINURSO in pursuing peace and security. For that reason, Indonesia welcomes the renewal of the MINURSO mandate, and voted in favour of resolution 2548 (2020). We believe that the resolution reflects a delicate balance, considering the sensitivity of the issue, the absence of a personal envoy and lack of an active political process.”
2020-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1075 (2020) · source
“We strongly support the full implementation of resolution 1325 (2000). Indonesia will not stop at this time. Rather, we will continue to be actively involved in the initiatives of Member States and multi-stakeholder initiatives to complement the advancement of women and peace and security agenda. I would like to echo the Secretary-General in that we cannot wait another 20 years. We have to start now. I reiterate the message of our Foreign Minister, Madame Retno Marsudi, that by investing in women, we invest in peace.”
2020-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1084 (2020) · source
“The partnership of national authorities with local communities and civil society is essential to ensure the implementation of women’s participation in peace and security processes. Since 2014, Indonesia has integrated that approach into our national action plan on strengthening women’s empowerment and gender equality in social conflict. This approach has also been greatly beneficial to preventing radicalization and counter-terrorism by engaging local communities. Now, Indonesia has approximately 30 Peace Villages, which promote the role and participation of women in order to reduce the potential for violent extremism and terrorism in society. Looking to the future, Indonesia envisions the women and peace and security agenda as a transformative force leading to greater effectiveness in peacebuilding and the sustaining of peace itself.”
2020-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1084 (2020) · source
“Hence, Indonesia initiated resolution 2538 (2020), adopted last August, as the first resolution that specifically emphasizes the valuable role of women in peacekeeping efforts. Women peacekeepers have proved themselves in the maintenance of peace as well as in community engagement, as has also been alluded by the briefer Ms. Natalia Emelianova and others. We hope that as a result of that resolution there will be more women peacekeepers in the field. Today, 157 Indonesian military and police women are serving in various missions. During the COVID-19 pandemic, our women peacekeepers have been actively promoting health education in local communities and assisting the local population in creating a healthy environment.S/2020/1084 Thirdly, a multi-stakeholder approach is central to women’s participation in sustaining peace.”
2020-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1084 (2020) · source
“Last March, our Minister for Foreign Affairs initiated the Afghanistan- Indonesia Women Solidarity Network during her visit to Afghanistan. The network aims to increase the role of the women of Afghanistan in peace processes. Indonesia is also developing the Southeast Asia Network of Women Peace Negotiators and Mediators. That network will encourage more women in the region to actively participate in the process of the mediation of conflict. Secondly, the role of women peacekeepers should be continually strengthened, not by merely increasing the numbers but also by ensuring an enabling environment for them in the field and enhancing their capacity through training. Their broad skill sets are valuable assets for ensuring peace, including to protect victims of sexual violence in conflict.”
2020-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1084 (2020) · source
“Against that backdrop, I would like to focus my statement on three fundamental points. First, women’s participation needs to be further enhanced with regard to peace and security. We should not be complacent about what we have achieved over the past 20 years. As mentioned by Secretary-General, the percentage of women involved in major peace processes worldwide remains low — only 13 per cent of negotiators and 6 per cent of mediators. We need more women in decision-making positions and more women as negotiators and mediators. Indonesia therefore continues to support the involvement of more women mediators and negotiators. The goal is not only to bring greater legitimacy to peace processes but also to ensure the sustainability of peace itself.”
2020-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1084 (2020) · source
“Let me begin by thanking Russia for having organized this important debate as we commemorate 20 years of the women and peace and security agenda. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General and the Executive Director of UN-Women for their statements as well as all briefers for their compelling presentations. Twenty years ago, the Council adopted resolution 1325 (2000), which amplifies our voice on women’s full, equal and meaningful participation in peace processes. The women and peace and security agenda is an important platform for elevating women’s voices and leadership. By investing in women, we invest in peace. Today the role of women in conflict situation remains crucial amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic and complex tensions around the world.”
2020-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1084 (2020) · source
“In conclusion, I wish to reiterate that continued, good-faith cooperation and dialogue among all Syrian parties are key, and that we must always respect a Syrian- led and -owned political track.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“I echo what Special Envoy Pedersen stated earlier with regard to the Constitutional Committee — that it is important for Syrian parties and international players to build trust and confidence step by step and gradually develop a wider political process to implement resolution 2254 (2015), while at the same time making sure that all parties are aiming for substantive and concrete results for the sake of the Syrian people. Indonesia believes that, at this stage, the Constitutional Committee needs to advance its substantive work, facilitated by the United Nations. We therefore sincerely hope that the Committee’s next meeting, in Geneva, will soon materialize.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“The Syrian people at least need a non-violent environment to effectively address their current situation of an economic crisis and a pandemic. Humanitarian activities depend on all parties’ firm commitment to respect the ceasefire agreement and exercise maximum restraint, as well as to abide by international humanitarian law in order to protect civilians and civilian infrastructure. Thirdly, it is imperative to advance the political process, pursuant to resolution 2254 (2015). In that regard, we thank Special Envoy Pedersen for continuing his active engagement with all key parties, including during his recent trip to Damascus.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“Once again, Indonesia echoes the appeal of Under-Secretary-General Lowcock and urges all relevant parties to ensure immediate, safe and unimpeded humanitarian access for United Nations humanitarian convoys to all areas and populations in need across Syria. We call for no politicization, only saving lives. Secondly, sustaining calm is one of the vital priorities. We are alarmed about the ongoing violations of the ceasefire agreement in the Idlib de-escalation zone. Although the ceasefire largely continues to hold, tensions risk leading to an escalation. We regret recent military activities in Idlib and urge all parties to cease attacks. We echo the Secretary-General’s call to establish a nationwide ceasefire, pursuant to resolution 2254 (2015), and to contain destabilizing incidents.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“We were fully aware that the operation with the one remaining border crossing would not be perfect, however we hope that with several adjustments, such as the expansion of the hub and the United Nations-funded road rehabilitation project, more humanitarian aid can be delivered through the Bab Al-Hawa crossing. All cross-border and cross-line modalities should be explored, particularly in the north- west and north-east. These humanitarian operations must definitely be increased, and the remaining gaps addressed ahead of the winter season. We would also like to stress the crucial needs of the people in the Al-Hol and Rukban camps, including by addressing the water shortages around Al-Bab, in northern Aleppo, and the regular disruption of the Allouk water station, which affect many people in Al-Hasakah governorate.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“The already vulnerable Syrian people are not only facing the pandemic, but also dealing with the impact of an economic downturn, accompanied by increased food insecurity and the risk of acute malnutrition, not to mention having to live every day surrounded by the threat of violence in certain areas of the country. In that context, my delegation wishes to highlight three pertinent points. First, despite these challenges, enhanced humanitarian responses are crucial. Indonesia is pleased to note that the United Nations and its humanitarian partners are continuing to address the logistical challenges following the reduction of the cross-border operation.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“We thank Under-Secretary-General Mark Lowcock and Special Envoy Geir Pedersen for their briefings. My delegation is following with serious concern the increased coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases across the country. We also note with concern that the latest report of the Secretary-General (S/2020/1031) indicates that 92 percent of the confirmed cases are not traceable. With limited health-care facilities, it is very challenging to manage all of the confirmed and suspected cases, including preventing the widespread transmission of the virus among communities. In addition, more health-care workers are reported to have contracted the virus, thus further reducing the capacity on the ground.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“We heard the beautiful poem, entitled “Inheritance”, by Ms. Eleanor Wikstrom, Youth Poet Laurate. If the youth of the world ask us what we have inherited on this issue of Palestine, the answer would be that the United Nations inherit the despair and suffering of the Palestinian people. We inherit stories of conflict, violence and violations of human rights by Israel in the Palestinian territory. We inherit the non-implementation and non-fulfilment of United Nations and Security Council resolutions on the issue of Palestine. The question of Palestine requires a just solution. We, as the Security Council, have a solemn duty to resolve it. Indonesia remains steadfast and committed to stand with the Palestinian people to achieve their independence and sovereignty.”
2020-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1055 (2020) · source
“The huge spike represents a significant burden and exacerbates an already difficult and challenging situation, particularly for women, children and refugees. In October alone, OCHA reported that more than 6,000 additional Palestinians in the occupied Palestinian territory had tested positive for COVID-19, resulting in 90 more deaths.As such, the role of United Nations agencies, such as the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), is more urgent than ever. The international community should remain committed to supporting and ensuring predictable funding and political backing in order for UNRWA to effectively carry out its mandate. Today we are commemorating the seventy-fifth year of the Charter of the United Nations, where we are recommitting to the spirit and letter of the Charter.”
2020-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1055 (2020) · source
“I would like to reiterate and echo President Abbas’ call for the Secretary- General to convene an international conference as part of a multilateral approach to the peace process, with the participation of the Middle East Quartet and all relevant parties. In addition, we would like to extend our support for intra-Palestinian unity talks as an essential step towards internal reconciliation and a unified Palestine. Thirdly, we note the deteriorating humanitarian situation in the occupied Palestinian territory, which continues to worsen due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, with more than 60,000 positive cases and 492 deaths, according to the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).”
2020-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1055 (2020) · source
“Israel’s continued violations derive from decades of unchecked accountability and systemic impunity. This has to stop. We, the international community, must act together to end impunity and to hold Israel accountable. Secondly, there is an urgent need for a comprehensive and inclusive solution. A unilateral approach to finding a solution for the Israel-Palestine conflict is not only unjust but unsustainable. A comprehensive and inclusive solution is needed. Indonesia urges the international community to focus all of its effort on restarting a credible multilateral process based on United Nations resolutions, international law and other relevant internationally agreed parameters. The process should also, first and foremost, involve direct engagement between the two conflicting parties — Israel and Palestine.”
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“This creeping annexation is testament that Israel’s annexation plan is alive and well. Collective efforts to realize a two-State solution based on pre-1967 borders cannot be achieved when international law and the relevant United Nations resolutions are repeatedly violated and ignored by Israel. Indonesia condemns this latest flagrant violation of international law, and once again demands that Israel immediately cease all of its illegal settlement activities in the occupied Palestinian territory, including East Jerusalem. On that note, I would like to convey three pertinent points. First, we call for accountability and an end to impunity. The expansion of illegal settlements clearly violates Security Council resolutions, particularly resolution 2334 (2016).”
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