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Dinh Quy Dang

lines on the record: 45
first: 2020-10-14
most recent: 2021-04-21
sittings or episodes: 10
sources: un-security-council

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“Reintegration is a long-term process that requires patience, political will and practical steps. We look forward to the role of the National Reintegration Council, together with the United Nations, regional and international organizations, in developing a joint strategy to assist former combatants in stabilizing their lives. In conclusion, we would like to commend and reiterate our support for the unceasing efforts of the United Nations Verification Mission and the United Nations country team in contributing to the process of peace, security, unity and development in Colombia. We fully support the draft resolution on the expansion of the United Nations Verification Mission’s mandate.”
2021-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/401 (2021) · source
“We reiterate that such violence and attacks are unacceptable and that its perpetrators must be brought to justice. In that connection, we urge the National Commission on Security Guarantees to take concrete actions to dismantle those organizations and strengthen the investigation and the application of justice. It is also important to redouble efforts to ensure security and to implement practical measures promote development in conflict-affected communities. It is through the well-being of these communities that the value of peace is upheld and maintained. Thirdly, we commend the Government’s reintegration efforts and the progress achieved so far across the socioeconomic and political fields, especially in the context of the coronavirus disease pandemic.”
2021-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/401 (2021) · source
“Every effort should therefore be made to create the most favourable conditions for the organization of, and participation in, the elections. The United Nations and the international community should support Colombia’s efforts towards that end, while fully respecting its sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence. Secondly, with regard to security, the Secretary-General’s latest report (S/2021/298 gave us very worrying information on the unabated violence and attacks against Colombians, including social leaders and conflict-affected communities. Illegal armed groups, criminal organizations and their support networks have taken advantage of illicit economies to strengthen their social and territorial control. We condemn all the violence and attacks and urge all groups concerned to immediately stop these appalling acts.”
2021-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/401 (2021) · source
“Rodrigo Londoño, president of the Comunes party, to discuss the implementation of the Final Peace Agreement. We acknowledge the Government’s commitments with regard to the reintegration process, including the provision of protection and security for former combatants. We call on all relevant parties to continue engaging in constructive dialogue at the political and technical levels in order to address the various challenges and differences in the peace process, especially through the mechanisms set forth in the agreement. We commend the efforts made by the political parties in reviewing their programme and electoral strategy for the 2022 elections. This year will be decisive for Colombia, especially in terms of making preparations for the 2022 elections.”
2021-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/401 (2021) · source
“I would like to warmly welcome Her Excellency Ms. Claudia Blum de Barberi, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Colombia, to this meeting. I thank Mr. Carlos Ruiz Massieu, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia, for his informative briefing. Since the signing of the landmark Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace, Colombia has made important progress. However, there are still many steps before the agreement can be fully implemented. As a result, as reconciliation and the reintegration progress face multiple challenges, the peace process remains fragile. In that regard, we would like to stress the following points. First, with regard to the peace process, we commend the constructive meeting between President Duque Márquez and Mr.”
2021-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/401 (2021) · source
“In accordance with the procedure set out in the letter dated 7 May 2020 by the President of the Security Council addressed to Permanent Representatives of the members of the Council (S/2020/372), which was agreed in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic, this briefing and these statements will be issued as a document of the Security Council.”
2021-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/337 (2021) · source
“I have the honour to enclose herewith a copy of the briefing provided by Mrs. Izumi Nakamitsu, High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, as well as the statements delivered by the representatives of China, Estonia, France, India, Ireland, Kenya, Mexico, the Niger, Norway, the Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Tunisia, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States of America and Viet Nam in connection with the video-teleconference on “The situation in the Middle East (Syria)” convened on Tuesday, 6 April 2021. A statement was also delivered by the representative of the Syrian Arab Republic.”
2021-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/337 (2021) · source
“In accordance with the procedure set out in the letter dated 7 May 2020 (S/2020/372) by the President of the Security Council addressed to the Permanent Representatives of the members of the Council, which was agreed in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus pandemic, this briefing and these statements will be issued as a document of the Security Council.”
2021-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/336 (2021) · source
“I have the honour to enclose herewith a copy of the briefing provided by Mr. Jean-Pierre Lacroix, Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations, as well as the statements delivered by the representatives of China, Estonia, France, India, Ireland, Mexico, the Niger — on behalf of the A3+1, namely, Kenya, the Niger and Tunisia, as well as Saint Vincent and the Grenadines — Norway, the Russian Federation, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States of America and Viet Nam in connection with the video-teleconference on “The situation in Mali” convened on Tuesday, 6 April 2021. A statement was also delivered by the representative of Mali.”
2021-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/336 (2021) · 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, this briefing and these statements will be issued as a document of the Security Council.”
2021-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/325 (2021) · source
“I have the honour to enclose herewith a copy of the briefing provided by Ambassador Juan Ramón de la Fuente Ramírez, Permanent Representative of Mexico, in his capacity as Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004), as well as the statements delivered by the representatives of China, Estonia, France, India, Ireland, Kenya, Mexico, the Niger, Norway, the Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Tunisia, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States of America and Viet Nam in connection with the video-teleconference on “Non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction” convened on Tuesday, 30 March 2021.”
2021-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/325 (2021) · source
“We urge all parties to exercise maximum restraint and refrain from actions that could lead to further escalation. Stability is vital to enable dialogue efforts. Thirdly, concerning continued assistance of the international community, efforts to achieve sustainable peace and development for the Syrian people must always be coupled with our unwavering support. We call for continued assistance for the Syrian people in all areas and by all means in order to facilitate a peaceful solution to the crisis and to help settle their extremely dire living conditions. It is also necessary to find a long-term solution to their hardship and strengthen the resilience of the population. The past 10 years have brought about desolation and misery. A healthy environment is needed to facilitate a viable political solution.”
2021-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/265 (2021) · source
“We call on the Syrian parties to engage in constructive dialogue in order to achieve breakthroughs within the Constitutional Committee framework, as well as in the broader political process. While seeking a workable solution to the current crisis, it is indispensable that trust and confidence also be built among international interlocutors. There should be renewed international efforts in order to make meaningful contributions to the peaceful settlement of the conflict in Syria. Secondly, with regard to preserving stability, the relatively calm situation remains fragile, as sporadic insecurity incidents are still happening in the north- west, as well as in the north-east and the south. It is concerning that hostilities continue to claim lives and impact the livelihoods of civilians.”
2021-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/265 (2021) · source
“Viet Nam reaffirms its strong support for a comprehensive political solution, which is led and owned by the Syrians and facilitated by the United Nations, in accordance with international law and the Charter of the United Nations, including full respect for the sovereignty, unity, territorial integrity and non-interference in the internal affairs of Syria. To further promote a political settlement, my delegation would like to stress the following points. First, with regard to confidence-building and dialogue, divergences after years of conflict cannot be bridged overnight. Confidence-building measures therefore can help ensure progressive achievements. Viet Nam supports the crucial roles played by the United Nations, the Special Envoy and all international actors in encouraging a political solution in Syria.”
2021-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/265 (2021) · source
“However, lasting peace and stability do not appear in sight. One may grow accustomed to hearing about the plight of millions of Syrian people, which continuously worsens with further impacts of the growing economic meltdown and the coronavirus disease pandemic. Hundreds of thousands have died, millions have had to seek refuge or been displaced, 65 per cent of the population is dependent on humanitarian assistance, while 60 per cent face food insecurity. Terrorism is still threatening people’s lives. One of the main reasons for this is the lack of confidence and trust among parties. Resolution 2254 (2015), unanimously adopted by the Security Council in 2015, stresses that the only solution to the crisis in Syria is through an inclusive Syrian- led political process.”
2021-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/265 (2021) · source
“I thank Special Envoy Geir Pedersen and Mr. Bernard Duhaime for their briefings. I would also like to welcome the representatives of Syria, Turkey and Iran to this meeting. Over the past 10 years, the international community, including the Security Council and international and regional actors, has exerted every effort to put an end to the crisis in Syria. There have been certain steps forward that allow us to believe in tangible outcomes. For instance, the Geneva and Astana processes and other diplomatic efforts have been able to bring parties to the negotiation table. The relatively calm situation on the ground has been preserved in the past year following the ceasefire agreement in Idlib. Humanitarian assistance continues to reach people in need despite certain operational challenges.”
2021-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/265 (2021) · source
“We reiterate our view that the only path to ending the current crisis in Syria is through a comprehensive political settlement, in full accordance with the principles of international law and the Charter of the United Nations.”
2020-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1202 (2020) · source
“Viet Nam will continue to actively participate in the work of the Conference of the States Parties to the CWC and to closely follow the discussions of the OPCW Executive Council, including on this subject. In conclusion, I would like to stress Viet Nam’s consistent policy of supporting the complete disarmament and non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, including chemical weapons. We categorically condemn the use of chemical weapons in any form, by anyone, anywhere, under any circumstances and for any reason. It is a flagrant violation of international law and has disastrous effects on civilians and their living environment.”
2020-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1202 (2020) · source
“Our delegation strongly believes that investigations into any possible use of chemical weapons should focus on the goal of establishing irrefutable facts and evidence. To achieve that, investigations must be carried out in a comprehensive, conclusive, objective and impartial manner, based on verified information and without any politicization. In seeking a solution to this issue, we note with regret that there is a profound divergence among various parties. Viet Nam would therefore like to stress the vital importance of unity on this topic, both among States parties to the CWC and among the members of the Security Council. We share the same goal of ridding the world of chemical weapons everywhere. We must work together.”
2020-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1202 (2020) · source
“After an undesirable period in which little progress was made, we welcome the fact that three outstanding issues related to Syria’s initial declaration were closed following the twenty-third round of consultations between the Declaration Assessment Team and the Syrian National Authority. It is our hope that the two sides will be able to settle the remaining 19 issues in a constructive spirit. We call on the relevant parties to step up their efforts and enhance dialogue and cooperation in a constructive and non-politicized manner. That is the only viable way to address all of the remaining gaps and work for the full implementation of resolution 2118 (2013). Regarding the alleged uses of chemical weapons in Syria, we share the international community’s concern about the reports on those incidents.”
2020-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1202 (2020) · source
“I welcome the participation of the Permanent Representatives of Syria, Iran and Turkey in today’s meeting. As our briefers mentioned today, there has been continuing engagement between the OPCW and Syria over the past few years. We take note of the eighty- sixth monthly report of the OPCW Director-General (see S/2020/1152, annex) and of the efforts to continue the work of the OPCW Technical Secretariat in Syria despite the logistical challenges caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic. The clarification of outstanding issues remains crucial to putting an end to this long-standing matter.”
2020-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1202 (2020) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank Mrs. Izumi Nakamitsu, Under-Secretary- General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, for her briefing on the implementation of resolution 2118 (2013). I would also like to thank Mr. Fernando Arias, Director-General of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), for his presence at today’s meeting and for the update he provided. As a committed advocate of multilateralism and international law, Viet Nam fully supports the implementation of the Chemical Weapon Convention (CWC), including the role and work of the OPCW entrusted to it under the Convention. Respecting and fully implementing the Convention is undoubtedly of the utmost importance, as we all aspire to a world free of chemical weapons.”
2020-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1202 (2020) · source
“Indonesia and Viet Nam will continue their strong advocacy for peace, stability, prosperity and development for the people of Central Africa. As this is the last joint statement of the two ASEAN members in the Council this year, I thank Indonesia for its excellent cooperation in working with Viet Nam to showcase the ASEAN spirit together.”
2020-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1188 (2020) · source
“Special focus should be given to preventing conflicts, ensuring stability and lasting peace, and promoting development in the region. Tackling the impacts of COVID-19 and addressing emergency humanitarian needs are also urgently needed at this critical moment. In closing, we commend and fully support the work of the Special Representative and his Office in assisting countries in the Central African region, especially during this challenging time of the COVID-19 pandemic. We would also like to pay tribute to the efforts aimed at maintaining peace and security in the region undertaken by the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa and all United Nations personnel in various United Nations missions, including the more than 1,600 uniformed personnel from ASEAN countries.”
2020-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1188 (2020) · source
“Notably, at the regional level, we welcome and fully support the institutional reform initiatives of member States of the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS). The entry into force of the new ECCAS treaty and the establishment of the new regional peace and security architecture will solidify the foundation for further substantial progress. We also salute the swift action of countries of the region in response to COVID-19 by adopting the regional response strategy as well as their endeavours to enhance bilateral relations.Thirdly, the efforts of Central African countries should be coupled with international support in order to achieve better results. Our delegations call for sustained technical and financial assistance from international partners and United Nations entities in order to assist ECCAS and its member States.”
2020-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1188 (2020) · source
“A comprehensive set of measures should include supporting ongoing diplomatic and political efforts, enhancing reconciliation efforts at national and regional levels, addressing threats posed by armed groups and terrorists, strengthening the governance of natural resources, providing development opportunities for countries and ensuring equitable and sustainable development for all. Secondly, as two countries from ASEAN, Indonesia and Viet Nam highly value the importance of strengthening regional and subregional friendship and cooperation. It is our firm belief that regional cooperation is the key to realizing the shared aspiration for stability and development. Our delegations are therefore very pleased to see the continued commitments of Central African countries to enhancing their mutual cooperation.”
2020-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1188 (2020) · source
“It is extremely distressful to see, inter alia, the sharp increase in the number of people in need of humanitarian assistance in Cameroon, the exacerbation of malnutrition, food insecurity and diseases in Chad and the adverse impacts of extreme weather events on people in the Congo. At today’s meeting, Indonesia and Viet Nam wish to highlight the following points. First, we fully believe that the only viable way to achieve sustainable peace is through addressing the root causes of instability in the region.”
2020-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1188 (2020) · source
“While the electoral cycles are under way in 8 of the 11 countries in the region, resources must be mobilized not just to respond to the impacts of the pandemic but also to settle the persistent insecurity and humanitarian issues. Our two countries express grave concern over the unabated violence perpetrated by armed groups and terrorists in certain parts of the region, especially in the Far North, North-West and South-West regions of Cameroon, the Boko Haram affected-area and the Lake Chad basin. We condemn in the strongest terms all attacks against innocent civilians and civilian objects. We urge all parties to heed the ceasefire call of the Secretary-General so as to pave the way for dialogue and address humanitarian needs. Instability and COVID-19 are indeed deepening the humanitarian crisis in many parts of Central Africa.”
2020-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1188 (2020) · source
“It is my great honour to deliver this statement today on behalf of Indonesia and Viet Nam, the two countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) that are members of the Security Council. At the outset, we would like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Central Africa, Mr. François Louncény Fall, for his informative briefing. Indonesia and Viet Nam fully acknowledge the enormous challenges that Central African countries are facing during this period marked by the impacts of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). This pandemic is ruthlessly sparing no one and putting a strain on all efforts aimed at achieving sustainable peace, stability and development in the region.”
2020-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1188 (2020) · source
“Last but not least, in order to facilitate that role and accelerate talks among the relevant parties, it is also important that the views and legitimate concerns of Security Council members be taken into account when the Council discusses the situation concerning Western Sahara, including the renewal of the mandate of MINURSO.”
2020-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1075 (2020) · source
“Thirdly, MINURSO should continue to play a crucial role as an essential instrument in the maintenance of peace and security in Western Sahara. We reiterate our support for the efforts of the United Nations and MINURSO in promoting the political process in Western Sahara and maintaining stability in the region. We emphasize the primary role that the United Nations plays in resolving the issue through mediation, conflict prevention and implementation of confidence-building measures. Moreover, we join other members in reiterating the Council’s call upon all parties to cooperate fully with MINURSO and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General.”
2020-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1075 (2020) · source
“We stress the importance of upholding and implementing the Security Council’s mandate in earnest and of considering the legitimate views of concerned parties with a balanced and impartial approach. Secondly, we would like to reaffirm our principled position on the situation concerning Western Sahara. Viet Nam supports solving the Western Sahara issue through peace talks among directly concerned parties based on international law and relevant long-standing United Nations resolutions. We also emphasize the need to find a just, lasting and mutually acceptable solution that ensures the right to self- determination of the people of Western Sahara, in accordance with the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations, in favour of peace, cooperation and development in the region.”
2020-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1075 (2020) · source
“Western Sahara is currently facing a complicated and fragile situation in combination with a lot of challenges. The presence of the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO) would continue to help address these issues on the ground, prevent an escalation of tension and facilitate talks among relevant parties. We therefore voted in favour of resolution 2548 (2020), on the renewal of MINURSO’s mandate. We would like to highlight the following points. First, it is necessary for MINURSO to improve its effectiveness and efficiency to cope with demanding requirements and challenges, especially the coronavirus disease pandemic.”
2020-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1075 (2020) · source
“Besides, women’s organizations in Viet Nam, including the Women’s Union, have played an active role in post-war recovery, mine clearance and assistance to victims of Agent Orange victims and veterans’ families, to name but a few. Viet Nam has been also fulfilling its respective obligations and commitments under the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women and the Beijing Platform for Action.S/2020/1084 In conclusion, Viet Nam reiterates its readiness and commitment to join the efforts of the international community to ensure that the voices of women are heard, their concerns and needs are addressed, and their roles and contributions to peace and security both are enhanced and recognized.”
2020-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1084 (2020) · source
“To that end, we call on the international donor community to keep providing a minimum of 15 per cent of official development assistance to conflict- affected countries to be used for advancing gender equality. For its part, Viet Nam fully recognizes the key role of women in conflict prevention and settlement, sustaining peace and socioeconomic development. Vietnamese women have not only fought for the country’s freedom and independence, but also have worked hard and made significant contributions to the national recovery and development. When the situation demands it, Vietnamese women can also be effective agents of peace, as peacekeepers.”
2020-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1084 (2020) · source
“Secondly, peace can be sustained only if conflicts can be prevented and addressed at their roots. Therefore, we stress the importance of conflict prevention, socioeconomic development and post-conflict peacebuilding, recovery and reconstruction. During these processes, the women and peace and security issues should be fully implemented. Thirdly, we need to remove persisting barriers and push for a radical shift for women’s meaningful participation in peacemaking, peacekeeping and peacebuilding efforts, while ensuring that women are fully involved as equal partners from the earliest stages in each and every peace and political process. Last but not least, progress primarily depends on States, but also States’ partnerships, especially with a better-coordinated and adequately resourced United Nations.”
2020-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1084 (2020) · source
“We also see increased participation by women in all areas, from conflict prevention to peacebuilding, peace processes and reconstruction efforts. However, much remains to be done. As mentioned in the report of the Secretary-General, the progress has been too slow, too narrow and easy to reverse. In this regard, to enhance the implementation of this agenda, I wish to highlight the following points. First, we call on all States to support the Secretary-General’s call for a global ceasefire and an immediate cessation of hostilities in all corners of the globe to reinforce diplomatic actions, help create favourable conditions for humanitarian assistance and bring hope to the people, including women and girls, who are most vulnerable to conflicts and the coronavirus disease pandemic.”
2020-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1084 (2020) · source
“I commend the Russian presidency for convening this open debate. I thank the Secretary-General for his comprehensive report (S/2020/946), and the Under- Secretary-General, the Executive Director of UN-Women and other briefers for their insights. We welcome the progress made in the implementation of landmark resolution 1325 (2000) and subsequent relevant resolutions. The role of women and issues related to women, including sexual violence and gender equality, have been increasingly integrated in relevant mechanisms and regimes. We are encouraged by the report that, between 2017 and 2019, approximately 70 per cent of Security Council resolutions included explicit references to women and peace and security issues, while this number was only 15 per cent in the first five years since resolution 1325 (2000) was adopted.”
2020-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1084 (2020) · source
“We expect to see a greater role played by the Government, the FARC and the National Reintegration Council — working together with the United Nations and regional and international organizations — in developing a joint strategy for strengthened socioeconomic development, which lays out concrete measures to assist former combatants in stabilizing their lives. Before concluding, we would like to reiterate our support for the United Nations Verification Mission in facilitating the peace process and promoting stability in Colombia. Indonesia and Viet Nam are committed to working constructively with the United Nations, regional and international organizations and relevant parties in contributing to the process of peace, security, unity and development in Colombia.”
2020-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1023 (2020) · source
“While efforts aimed at reintegration are highly appreciated, it is also important to note that this is a long-term process that requires patience, political will and practical steps. The reintegration process should be implemented in a comprehensive and sustained manner. We emphasize the need for further measures to promote economic and inclusive development, social cohesion, rural development, housing, education, job creation and so on, in order to sustain the progress that has been achieved so far. The country’s development plans must take into account the particular needs of its communities.”
2020-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1023 (2020) · source
“We reiterate that such violence and attacks are unacceptable and that their perpetrators must be brought to justice. In this regard, we welcome the convening of a plenary session of the National Commission on Security Guarantees in August. We look forward to seeing more fruitful discussions on the dismantling of illegal armed groups, criminal organizations and their support networks. We urge all relevant parties to uphold their responsibilities in protecting civilians, especially women and children. Thirdly, on reintegration and development, we take note of the progress on the reintegration of former combatants through individual and collective economic and social development programmes and projects, especially in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.”
2020-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1023 (2020) · source
“We call on the relevant parties in Colombia to set aside their differences and engage in constructive dialogue with a view to bringing about reconciliation and solidarity for the country as well as progress in the peace process. Secondly, on security, the most recent report of the Secretary-General (S/2020/943) provided very worrisome information on the unabated violence and attacks against Colombian communities. Illegal armed groups and criminal organizations have continued to take advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic to strengthen their social and territorial control. Confrontations between security forces and local communities over operations of forced eradication of illicit crops have continued in various regions. We condemn all these attacks and urge all the groups concerned to immediately stop these appalling acts of violence.”
2020-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1023 (2020) · source
“Their participation in initiating draft legislation, constitutional reforms and the five pillars of a “New commitment for Colombia” to overcome the effects of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic is welcomed and encouraged. However, we are concerned about both the approach and progress in the implementation of the Final Peace Agreement and other peace-related programmes in the country. We also remain concerned about the delay of a 90-day bilateral ceasefire proposal by the Ejército de Liberación Nacional to the Government. In this regard, we would like to stress the importance of national unity on the way forward for the country.”
2020-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1023 (2020) · source
“While we acknowledge several positive developments that have been achieved, as well as the progress that has been generated by the Peace Agreement, it is regrettable that we have yet to see its full implementation. As a result, the peace process has remained fragile while progress on reintegration has remained a challenge. We therefore continue to call on all relevant parties to redouble their efforts to deliver on their individual commitments. Against this background, we would like to stress the following three points. First, on the peace process, we support the three priorities recommended in the March 2020 report of the Secretary-General (S/2020/239). We highly commend efforts to increase the participation of the Fuerza Alternativa Revolucionaria del Común (FARC) political parties in the political life of the country.”
2020-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1023 (2020) · source
“It is my honour to deliver this statement on behalf of Indonesia and Viet Nam, two States members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and current members of the Security Council. At the outset, we warmly welcome Her Excellency Ms. Claudia Blum de Barberi, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Colombia, to today’s meeting. We would like to thank Mr. Carlos Ruiz Massieu, Special Representative of the Secretary- General and Head of the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia, for his insightful briefing. Colombia’s Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace in 2016 was a remarkable achievement.”
2020-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1023 (2020) · source