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Dian Triansyah Djani

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first: 2020-03-30
most recent: 2021-01-26
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“First, concerning the status of the annexation plan, Indonesia expresses its concern about the statement made by Israel, as, instead of abandoning the annexation plan, it has merely suspended it. We need to be clear that any form of annexation — today or tomorrow — remains illegal. It is against international law and various United Nations resolutions, and a direct challenge to the Council and to the international order. That suspension does not address the root causes of the conflict. We need to remind ourselves that the creeping annexation and illegal occupation were going on long before Israel decided to formally annex the West Bank.”
2020-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/837 (2020) · source
“Let me start by conveying my appreciation to Mr. Mladenov, Special Coordinator for the Middle East Process, for his insightful briefing. As the Security Council, we have regularly met to discuss the situation in Palestine. But for Indonesia, Palestine is never just a regular meeting. The constant suffering and pain of Palestinians, caused by decades of illegal occupation, displacement, violence, conflict and blockades, are not things that one can treat as a regular matter. It is our solemn duty to find a solution and ensure that Palestinians achieve their inalienable right to self-determination, national independence and sovereignty, and the right of return. On that note, let me share my views on three key points.”
2020-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/837 (2020) · source
“In accordance with the procedure set out in the letter dated 7 May 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to Permanent Representatives of the members of the Security Council (S/2020/372), which was agreed in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic, the briefing and statements will be issued as an official document of the Security Council.”
2020-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/837 (2020) · source
“I have the honour to enclose herewith a copy of the briefing provided by Mr. Nickolay Mladenov, Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process and Personal Representative of the Secretary-General, and statements delivered by the representatives of Belgium, China, the Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Indonesia, the Niger, the Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, Tunisia, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States of America and Viet Nam, as well as a statement by the President of the Council in response to questions posed by some delegations, in connection with the video-teleconference on “The situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question” held on Tuesday, 25 August 2020.”
2020-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/837 (2020) · source
“We need to stay attuned to how the threat of ISIL continues to evolve during and after the pandemic in order to adjust our response. Resolution 2532 (2020), adopted last month, anticipated those concerns, as it called for the immediate cessation of hostilities during the pandemic, except in the fight against terrorist groups. To that end, Indonesia would like to reaffirm our commitment to working together with all countries and the United Nations to strengthen our counter-terrorism cooperation.”
2020-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/836 (2020) · source
“Indonesia believes that we should always invest in soft measures towards countering terrorist narratives and steering people away from the violent extremism that is conducive to terrorism. We need to promote and facilitate the spread of messages of peace, moderation and tolerance as the best approach to confronting terrorist propaganda. We must provide messages that reject negativity and amplify positivity and hope. My third and last point is that, despite the pandemic, our fight against terror should neither cease nor waver. The pandemic should in no way hinder our fight S/2020/836 S/2020/836 against terrorism, as that is the hope of the terrorists. Let us not permit the pandemic to create more terrorists or let their affiliates regroup or consolidate.”
2020-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/836 (2020) · source
“My delegation takes note of various salient points in the report, particularly concerning how the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has impacted counter-terrorism efforts and amplified threats through media propaganda. With that in mind, allow me to make three brief points. The first point relates to the terrorism that continues to threaten other parts of the globe, carried out by affiliates of ISIL. The report clearly demonstrates that ISIL affiliates are still active in many parts of the world, even as the world now faces the COVID-19 pandemic. We know that this threat remains and works through media propaganda, which may inspire attacks once normal public mobility and assembly resume. That leads me to my second point.”
2020-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/836 (2020) · source
“Providing clear guidance for Member States to develop and implement comprehensive PRR strategies should therefore be one of the imminent priorities for the Council. That also applies to the continuing humanitarian and security challenges posed by foreign terrorist fighters and their accompanying family members. We also note that the issues of relocation and returning foreign terrorist fighters and their accompanying family members present significant challenges for Member States. In that regard, we believe that an effective comprehensive PRR strategy is appropriate. We must therefore set our differences aside and show our unity once again in our collective efforts to fight the scourge of terrorism.”
2020-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/836 (2020) · source
“In February, I had the pleasure of accompanying Under-Secretary-General Voronkov, Assistant Secretary-General Coninsx and the Coordinator of the Monitoring Team on the first ever joint high-level visit to Jakarta. I believe that visit underlined Indonesia’s comprehensive and balanced approach to the fight against terrorism, including the strategies in the Global Prosecution, Rehabilitation and Reintegration Initiative. The importance of developing a prosecution, rehabilitation and reintegration (PRR) strategy has also been highlighted in the Secretary-General’s report. Indonesia is of the view that a PRR strategy is instrumental to counter-terrorism efforts as an integral part of a comprehensive and tailored approach to addressing the threat posed by terrorists.”
2020-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/836 (2020) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my national capacity. At the outset, I wish to thank Under-Secretary-General Voronkov and Assistant Secretary-General Coninsx for their briefings. Let me also express my gratitude to the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate, the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team of the Committee pursuant to resolutions 1526 (2004) and 2253 (2015), concerning the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), Al-Qaida and the Taliban and associated individuals and entities, the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism and the other United Nations-related entities for the report before us (S/2020/774).”
2020-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/836 (2020) · source
“In accordance with the procedure set out in the letter from the President of the Security Council addressed to the Permanent Representatives of the members of the Security Council dated 2 April 2020 (S/2020/273), which was agreed in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic, these briefings and statements will be issued as an official document of the Security Council.”
2020-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/836 (2020) · source
“I have the honour to enclose herewith a copy of briefings provided by Mr. Vladimir Voronkov, Under-Secretary-General, United Nations Office of Counter- Terrorism; and Ms. Michèle Coninsx, Executive Director, Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate, as well as the statements delivered by the representatives of Belgium, China, the Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Indonesia, the Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, Tunisia, the United States of America and Viet Nam, in connection with the video-teleconference on “Threats to international peace and security caused by terrorist acts” convened on Monday, 24 August 2020.”
2020-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/836 (2020) · source
“This is indeed a time for solidarity, not exclusion. Thirdly, we need sustained and meaningful action on the issue of detainees and missing persons. All Syrian parties must address this issue, as it is critical for the reconciliation process and for building trust and confidence among the parties. We hope to see significant progress on this file. Before concluding, while the ceasefire agreement in north-west Syria is generally being respected, we wish to urge all key actors to maintain their commitment to the agreement and to ensuring sustained calm throughout Syria. Let me once again emphasize my delegation’s commitment to the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of the Syrian Arab Republic.”
2020-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/823 (2020) · source
“We hope that, with the support of key international stakeholders, next week’s discussion in Geneva will be a constructive and successful session that eventually leads to a regular Committee agenda. It is important for all the relevant parties to maintain a calm and positive demeanour during the Constitutional Committee’s meeting. Let me reaffirm our strong support for the Syrian-led and -owned political process, facilitated by the United Nations in accordance with resolution 2254 (2015). Indonesia appreciates the work of the Special Envoy and his team in facilitating the whole process. Secondly, we share the Secretary-General’s appeal for the waiver of sanctions that can undermine Syria’s capacity to ensure access to food, vital health supplies and COVID-19 medical assistance to respond to the pandemic.”
2020-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/823 (2020) · source
“There are around 2,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the country, and it is likely to spread more in densely populated areas and among vulnerable internally displaced persons and refugees. The Syrian people need the ongoing support of the international community, including the Council. They need progress, not only on the humanitarian situation but also on the political process. In the light of the above, I would like to emphasize the following points. First, all Syrian parties must continue to engage in the Constitutional Committee process. The genuine and meaningful engagement of the Syrian parties is crucial to ensuring a productive and substantive round of talks among the Committee’s members.”
2020-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/823 (2020) · source
“I thank Special Envoy Pedersen for his detailed briefing. Let me echo others in wishing Deputy Special Envoy Khawla Matar a speedy recovery. My delegation is very pleased to hear from Mr. Pedersen that preparations for convening the third round of the Constitutional Committee are on track. We know that this is only the beginning of a long and challenging political process in Syria, but this progress is key for all the Syrian parties to move forward. Many Security Council members have highlighted the current situation in the country, particularly the ongoing coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak and the economic fragility that further exacerbate the humanitarian situation in Syria.”
2020-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/823 (2020) · source
“In accordance with the procedure set out in the letter dated 2 April 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to the Permanent Representatives of the members of the Security Council (S/2020/273), which was agreed in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic, the enclosed briefings and statements will be issued as an official document of the Security Council.”
2020-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/823 (2020) · source
“I have the honour to enclose herewith a copy of a briefing provided by Mr. Geir Pedersen, Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Syria, as well as the statements delivered by the representatives of China, the Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Indonesia, the Niger, the Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, Tunisia, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States of America and Viet Nam, in connection with the video-teleconference convened on Wednesday, 19 August 2020 on “The situation in the Middle East (Syria)”. A statement was also delivered by the representative of the Syrian Arab Republic.”
2020-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/823 (2020) · source
“The result of the vote is as follows: In favour: Dominican Republic, United States of America. Against: China, Russian Federation. Abstaining: Belgium, Estonia, France, Germany, Indonesia, Niger, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, Tunisia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Viet Nam. The draft resolution received 2 votes in favour, 2 against and 11 abstentions. The draft resolution has not been adopted, having failed to obtain the required number of votes.”
2020-08-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/803 (2020) · source
“I have the honour to inform you that the Security Council has concluded the voting procedure on the draft resolution contained in document S/2020/797, submitted by the United States of America in connection with the agenda item “Non-proliferation”. The voting was carried out in accordance with the procedure set out in the letter dated 27 March 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to the Permanent Representatives of the members of the Security Council (S/2020/253), which was agreed upon in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. The Officer-in-Charge of the Security Council Affairs Division has received letters from all 15 members of the Security Council indicating their nationa l position on the draft resolution.”
2020-08-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/803 (2020) · source
“We also call on all parties to resolve their differences peacefully through dialogue and, where appropriate, in the designated venues, such as the JCPOA dispute resolution mechanism. While all parties to the JCPOA have a special responsibility to ensure that the JCPOA is implemented comprehensively and smoothly, resolution 2231 (2015) demands that all members of the international community play a supporting role to that end. Indonesia stands ready to work together constructively in resolving this matter. Let us all be mindful of our common goal of maintaining peace and security and, therefore, let us work without hesitation to achieve a world free from nuclear weapons, uphold the rule of law and enable sustainable peace and development everywhere. S/2020/805 S/2020/805”
2020-08-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/805 (2020) · source
“Indonesia abstained in the voting on draft resolution S/2020/797 because it believes that, in moving forward to create regional peace and stability, the previously agreed multilateral commitments, particularly the JCPOA, should be affirmed and actualized. All parties must refrain from actions that can exacerbate instability and deteriorate the environment for the JCPOA’s implementation, as well as fully live up to their commitments. We call on Iran to resume its compliance with its JCPOA commitments in full, as well as other JCPOA participants to fulfil their obligations completely and effectively. We continue to regret the United States withdrawal from the JCPOA and sincerely hope that the United States will consider rejoining.”
2020-08-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/805 (2020) · source
“Indonesia reaffirms its support and commitment to upholding resolution 2231 (2015), the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and regional security and stability. We take note of some issues relating to the specific concerns that draft resolution S/2020/797 attempted to address. However, we are not in a position to support the draft resolution. Indonesia is of the view that the current draft resolution is not in line with the JCPOA. Therefore, it is difficult to see its effectiveness in contributing positively to non-proliferation or regional security issues. The good-faith implementation of resolution 2231 (2015) and the JCPOA in their entirety is the only way to ensure that the Iranian nuclear programme remains peaceful.”
2020-08-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/805 (2020) · source
“The draft resolution has not been adopted, having failed to obtain the required number of votes. Pursuant to that procedure, I enclose herewith copies of the related documents: My letter dated 13 August 2020, addressed to the Permanent Representatives of the members of the Security Council, putting to the vote the draft resolution contained in document S/2020/797 (annex 1 and enclosure); Letters received in response from the members of the Security Council indicating their national positions on the draft resolution (annexes 2 to 16); Statements subsequently submitted by members of the Security Council providing explanations of their votes (annexes 17 to 27); A statement by the Islamic Republic of Iran (annex 28). This letter and its enclosures will be issued as a document of the Security Council.”
2020-08-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/805 (2020) · source
“I have the honour to refer to the draft resolution contained in document S/2020/797, submitted by the United States of America, in connection with the agenda item “Non-proliferation”. In accordance with the voting procedure as agreed by the members and set out in the letter by the President of the Security Council dated 27 March 2020 (S/2020/253) — a procedure agreed in light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic — the draft resolution received two votes in favour (the Dominican Republic and the United States of America), two against (China and the Russian Federation) and eleven abstentions (Belgium, Estonia, France, Germany, Indonesia, the Niger, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, Tunisia, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and Viet Nam).”
2020-08-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/805 (2020) · source
“Pursuant to the procedure set out in the letter dated 2 April 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to the Permanent Representatives of the members of the Security Council (S/2020/372), which was agreed in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus-disease pandemic, the enclosed briefing and statements will be issued as a document of the Security Council.”
2020-08-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/799 (2020) · source
“In accordance with the understanding reached among Council members for that video-teleconference, the following delegations and entities submitted written statements, copies of which are also enclosed: Australia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Denmark, Ecuador, El Salvador, the European Union, Georgia, Guatemala, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Liechtenstein, Malta, Mexico, Morocco, the Netherlands, Nigeria, the Peacebuilding Commission, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, the Republic of Korea, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand and the United Arab Emirates.”
2020-08-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/799 (2020) · source
“Niels Annen, Minister of State, German Federal Foreign Office; and by the representatives of Belgium, China, the Dominican Republic, France, the Niger, the Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Tunisia, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the United States of America, in connection with the video-teleconference on “Peacebuilding and sustaining peace: Pandemics and the challenges of sustaining peace”, convened on Wednesday, 12 August 2020.”
2020-08-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/799 (2020) · source
“I have the honour to enclose herewith a copy of the briefings provided by the Secretary-General, His Excellency Mr. António Guterres; His Excellency Mr. Ban Ki-moon; Ms. Sarah Cliffe, Director, Center on International Cooperation, New York University; as well as the statements delivered by Her Excellency Mrs. Retno Lestari Priansari Marsudi, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Indonesia; His Excellency Mr. Pham Binh Minh, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Viet Nam; His Excellency Mr. Urmas Reinsalu, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Estonia; Her Excellency Ms. Naledi Pandor, Minister for International Relations and Cooperation of South Africa; His Excellency Mr.”
2020-08-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/799 (2020) · source
“In accordance with the procedure set out in the letter dated 7 May 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to the Permanent Representatives of the members of the Security Council (S/2020/372), which was agreed in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic, the enclosed briefing and statements will be issued as an official document of the Security Council.”
2020-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/791 (2020) · source
“In accordance with the understanding reached among Council members for this video-teleconference, the following delegations and entities submitted written statements, copies of which are also enclosed: Afghanistan, Australia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Cuba, Denmark, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, the European Union, Guatemala, India, the Islamic Republic of Iran, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Nigeria, Pakistan, Peru, the Philippines, Qatar, the Republic of Korea, Slovakia, Spain, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Tajikistan, Turkey, Ukraine and the United Arab Emirates.”
2020-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/791 (2020) · source
“Nguyen Minh Vu, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of Viet Nam; and by the representatives of Belgium, China, Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, the Niger, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa and the United States, in connection with the video-teleconference on “Threats to international peace and security caused by terrorist acts: Addressing the issue of linkages between terrorism and organized crime” convened on Thursday, 6 August 2020.”
2020-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/791 (2020) · source
“I have the honour to enclose herewith a copy of the briefings provided by Ms. Ghada Fathi Waly, Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime; and Mr. Vladimir Voronkov, Under-Secretary-General, United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism; as well as the statements delivered by Her Excellency Mrs. Retno Lestari Priansari Marsudi, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Indonesia; Her Excellency Ms. Selma Ennaifer, Secretary of State to the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Tunisia; and His Excellency Mr.”
2020-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/791 (2020) · source
“In accordance with the procedure set out in the letter dated 2 April 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to Permanent Representatives of the members of the Security Council (S/2020/273), which was agreed in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic, the briefings and statements will be issued as an official document of the Security Council.”
2020-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/758 (2020) · source
“I have the honour to enclose herewith a copy of the briefings provided by Mr. Mark Lowcock, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, and Ms. Amany Qaddour, Regional Director of Syria Relief and Development, as well as the statements delivered by the representatives of Belgium (on behalf of Belgium and Germany), China, the Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, Indonesia, the Niger, the Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, Tunisia, the United States of America and Viet Nam, in connection with the video-teleconference on the situation in the Middle East (Syria), convened on Wednesday, 29 July 2020. A statement was also delivered by the representative of Turkey.”
2020-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/758 (2020) · source
“For its part, Indonesia stands ready to contribute to the global efforts to combat climate change, including by addressing its relationship with security challenges.”
2020-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/751 (2020) · source
“Lastly, if the coronavirus disease pandemic has taught us something, it is that national interest alone cannot result in a solution to common global challenges. I would therefore reiterate that it is crucial to enhance international cooperation in addressing climate change. To that end, Indonesia believes that discussion and consideration regarding climate-related security risks can be beneficial only if they lead to eventual action in addressing climate change appropriately through robust mitigation and adaptation action. The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change continues to be the leading forum to address climate change, and it remains crucial to uphold the Paris Agreement and for countries to meet their nationally determined commitments.”
2020-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/751 (2020) · source
“It is crucial to assist those countries to build adaptive capacity and enhance resilience based on their needs and priorities. Thirdly, we should enhance cooperation and information-sharing. The United Nations systems must work in synergy, according to their respective competencies and mandates. Climate change and its related security impacts are a very complex area, rendering a response by any single actor impossible and unrealistic. It is important to enhance cooperation and the exchange of information across all United Nations entities to ensure effective response strategies. Efforts to address climate- related security risks should take advantage of and mobilize existing expertise and capacity and take into account the needs of affected communities.”
2020-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/751 (2020) · source
“Secondly, we should mainstream climate change considerations throughout the whole peace continuum, from conflict prevention, peacemaking and peacekeeping to peacebuilding and post-conflict recovery, on a case by case basis. That includes integrating climate analysis into risk assessment and considering climate-related impacts on peace processes and peacekeeping operations, as well as designing climate-sensitive peacebuilding interventions in countries affected by conflict. Embedding climate issues in conflict prevention and peacebuilding could contribute to preventing the triggering and escalation of conflict due to the impacts of climate change. Priorities must be established in countries and situations where climate risks intersect with fragile politics.”
2020-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/751 (2020) · source
“It is only through understanding the precise relationship between climate and conflict that we can come up with effective and efficient policy recommendations. The Security Council has discussed climate and security issues at various meetings. It has also integrated language on climate-related security risks into country-specific resolutions. In that context, it is also important to give attention to strengthening the capacity of affected countries to adapt and mitigate the impact of climate-related security risks. The Climate Security Mechanism has also been established to provide assessment of climate-related security risks and their management strategy. It is useful to strengthen the Mechanism, including through capacity-building and linkage with the international research community.”
2020-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/751 (2020) · source
“First, the linkage between climate change and security risks is highly context- specific. I thank Mr. Mahamadou Seydou Magagi for providing context to this discussion through the example on the Sahel. While climate change was never the only driver of conflict, there is evidence to suggest that it has multiplied existing risks known to contribute to insecurity. Yet that linkage depends on many other factors, including availability of resources and the capacity to adapt. Therefore, it is important to understand this relationship through informed analysis that takes into account local context and up-to-date climate information. I concur with Assistant Secretary-General Jenča that we must put people at the centre and learn from daily experience in addressing the consequences of climate change on security.”
2020-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/751 (2020) · source
“I would like to welcome you, Minister Maas, and the Honourable Ministers from Viet Nam, Belgium, Estonia, the United Kingdom and Tunisia to this important meeting. I would also like to thank the briefers for their insightful presentations. Across the globe, we are increasingly witnessing the adverse impacts of climate change as they affect people, ecosystems and livelihoods. Among those impacts, sea level rise, extreme weather events and drought are causing food insecurity, habitat loss and species extinction. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has warned that the costs of climate change are likely to increase over time. Against that backdrop, I would like to outline three points with regard to the topic of this open debate, namely, climate and security.”
2020-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/751 (2020) · source
“We reiterate that it is the obligation and solemn duty of the Security Council not only to stop Israel’s vicious annexation plan but to ensure that Palestinians receive the justice that is their right and for which they have suffered and waited for so long.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“It is now more important than ever for the international community to fully deliver on its commitment to supporting the Palestinian people and bring their suffering to an end. I would like to add what Mr. Mladenov mentioned in his briefing (annex 1), namely, the need for unity of effort, strength of purpose and a clear understanding of the multifaceted risk. The risk, peril and suffering of the people of Palestine and their children make the possibility of a grand future seem bleak. My country’s support of the Palestinian cause has been consistent and an integral part of Indonesia’s foreign policy. We will continue with our policy position until Palestine establishes a contiguous independent State within the pre-1967 borders and with East Jerusalem as its capital.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“Our fight against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is far from over. The number of positive cases and casualties is surging, including in Israel and in the occupied Palestinian territories. The looming annexation and the COVID-19 pandemic add significant burdens to Palestinians, who have suffered decades of occupation, increasing demolitions and displacement, as well as constant deteriorating living conditions. The uncertainties surrounding the annexation do not change the fact that all parties need to ensure access to humanitarian assistance in the occupied Palestinian territories, as well as health services and the movement of goods and people. In this regard, I appeal for continued support for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“The outpouring of support for the Palestinians and the condemnation of Israel’s annexation plan need to be translated into action, because words without actions bear consequences and will neither prevent annexation nor end the occupation. We would like to echo Special Representative Mladenov’s points on restarting diplomacy. Indonesia urges the international community to mobilize support for a resumption of credible multilateral negotiations, guided by the internationally agreed parameters, with the aim of implementing the two-State solution. We welcome every effort initiated by the Secretary-General, together with the Special Coordinator, towards engaging and opening talks and finding a fair and sustainable solution to the Israeli- Palestinian conflict. Thirdly, we call upon all parties to ensure access to humanitarian assistance.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“Annexation is an act that flagrantly violates international law, including the Charter of the United Nations, the Fourth Geneva Conventions and various United Nations resolutions. Israel’s continued pursuit of such a policy is a direct challenge to the very principle of the international rules-based order that the United Nations was founded on. Annexation is also harmful. It destroys any prospect for peace. It will put millions of Palestinian families in peril, further destabilize an already volatile region and create an unpredictable future, not only for the Palestinians but also for the Israelis. Mr. Levy reflected on five important elements, and I would stress that the current situation reflects the permanent denial of freedom, rights and equality for Palestinians. Secondly, we call for all parties to restart the negotiations process.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“These voices are united in denouncing the Israeli plan, which would destroy the fundamentals of the peace process, inflict adverse impacts on millions of Palestinians and destabilize the region and beyond. The voice is clear, and the message is explicit. For now, the implementation of the formal annexation may seem to be on pause, but the occupation continues. Nonetheless, the Palestinian suffering is real and deep, and it is never on pause. On that note, let me focus my statement on three pertinent points. First, we urge Israel to abandon its annexation plan. The pause in formal annexation is not good enough. With the uncertainties surrounding the annexation plan, one thing remains certain: any form of annexation is illegal and harmful.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“Let me first thank the German presidency of the Security Council for convening today’s timely and important meeting. We concur with what Ambassador Matjila of South Africa said yesterday at the Nelson Mandela commemoration, when he reminded us once again of Mandela’s message of freedom. I also thank Special Coordinator Nickolay Mladenov and the other briefers — Mr. Daniel Levy and Mr. Khalil Shikaki — for their important and insightful contributions. We are gathered once again to express our great concern about the situation in Palestine and Israel’s formal annexation plan. This concern is being loudly expressed by various members of the international community, including parliaments, civil society and The Elders.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“We must do things concretely if we want to see progress. Combating these crimes also requires women’s participation as negotiators and mediators. Earlier this month, as a pathway to establishing a network in South-East Asia, Indonesia hosted a webinar on the role of women negotiators and mediators in the maintenance of regional peace and security. Practitioners across the region shared their views on enhancing the role and participation of women in peace processes. Today’s debate is about standing behind justice and equity. We stand behind the brave survivors of sexual violence. We stand up for their rights. Indonesia attaches great importance to efforts aimed at eliminating conflict-related sexual violence, focusing on a survivor-centred approach and fostering compliance with existing commitments.”
2020-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/727 (2020) · source