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“In conclusion, we would like to imagine a prosperous, stable and peaceful Syria arising in the near future, where children can roam and play freely in the streets of the Syrian Republic. We hope that Special Envoy Pedersen can bend history in the direction that the people of Syria expect and could ultimately accept.”
2019-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8475 (2019) · source
“We reaffirm our national commitment to a comprehensive solution within the prism of full respect for Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and within the context of the United Nations-facilitated political process. Finally, we urge all parties to support Ambassador Pedersen in his very important task of moving the political process forward and leading the way to a peaceful resolution to the conflict. We have listened carefully to the five goals that Ambassador Pedersen laid out. We believe that they could form a valuable road map for the achievement of a durable solution. We naturally welcome the five goals, since the number five has always been important for us. We commend Ambassador Pedersen's efforts to continue engaging with all parties, including civil society actors, women and young people.”
2019-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8475 (2019) · source
“We believe that it is important to reiterate the important role of ceasefire agreements in facilitating the delivery of humanitarian assistance, which saves civilian lives and thereby promotes the cause of peace and reconciliation. I wish to make clear that we have no option but to pursue a political solution in Syria in the spirit of resolution 2254 (2015). In addition, we all know how devastating the humanitarian situation in the country is. Having heard Special Envoy Pedersen's briefing just now on the precarious situation with regard to plight of civilians, displaced persons, refugees and poverty, we can safely say that, unless we achieve the objective of a political solution, the humanitarian situation will continue to deteriorate. In Indonesia's view, that is an option we cannot afford to entertain.”
2019-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8475 (2019) · source
“To that end, Indonesia sincerely hopes that the dialogue among all relevant stakeholders will continue, with a view to contributing to a credible and sustainable solution to the conflict. In the short run, dialogue is also critical to moving the process forward by helping to build consensus and curb the violence and hostilities that continue to imperil the prospects ofpeace. Thirdly, and as the Security Council has said for many years, all sides must cease hostilities and avoid resorting to force. This is fundamental for progress to be made on the political front. In that regard, we again call on all parties to respect the current ceasefire agreements.”
2019-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8475 (2019) · source
“We call on the Special Envoy to continue his engagement and consultations with the Syrian Government and the guarantors, bearing in mind that the necessity of having the first meeting of the constitutional committee in Geneva is greater than ever. All parties' commitment and consistency in making progress in this process is critical, as it would open the door towards efforts that could further the political process. And on this journey of finding a lasting political solution, the international community must always bear in mind that it is the Syrian people who will decide their own future. Secondly, my delegation strongly believes that a truly genuine dialogue is crucial to the success of the peace process, as it is the most important foundation for building trust and confidence.”
2019-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8475 (2019) · source
“First, Indonesia believes that it is critical that we ensure our support and commitment to establishing an inclusive and credible political process in Syria, including the setting up of a constitutional committee that meets the legitimate aspirations ofthe Syrian people. This is indeed key to establishing a Syrian-owned and Syrian-led political solution that is facilitated by the United Nations, pursuant to resolution 2254 (2015). The establishment of a constitutional committee is not an easy task, but it is indeed doable. We note that the Astana guarantors presented a third list to the Special Envoy in Geneva on 18 December 2018.”
2019-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8475 (2019) · source
“We also believe that it is essential that the Security Council strongly signal to all parties our full backing of the efforts of the Special Envoy. We have noted with thanks Mr. Pedersen's insights, in particular, the progress vis-a-vis the delivery of humanitarian assistance in Rukban, the release of detainees and the relative calm in several areas. Nevertheless, the situation is still precarious, particularly in terms of, inter alia, the continued threat of terrorism by Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant and the issue of internally displaced persons. We would like to highlight several points.”
2019-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8475 (2019) · source
“My delegation would like to welcome my good friend, Ambassador Geir Pedersen, Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Syria, with whom we look forward to working closely in moving the peace process in Syria forward. We wish once again to reaffirm our full support and cooperation for him and his team. We would also like to thank Special Envoy Pedersen for his briefing to the Council today, having taken note of his various visits and meetings with all parties concerned since he took office on 7 January. Indonesia calls on all parties to support the Special Envoy's efforts in facilitating a peaceful solution to the Syrian crisis within the framework of the Geneva process and resolution 2254 (2015).”
2019-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8475 (2019) · source
“All stakeholders should take part in this important initiative, to save the upcoming generations from the scourge of war. I just want to underline what Mr. Vasu Gounden mentioned. Africa does not produce guns; the guns come from abroad. Therefore, this is not only an African problem; it is a problem for us all. I would like to conclude by quoting an old and wise proverb from Uganda: "When there is peace in the country, the chief does not need shields." In the same light, if there is peace and development in Africa, the guns will be silent forever.”
2019-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8473 (2019) · source
“It is within our reach so long as all stakeholders join forces to support the initiative and the African Union Master Roadmap of Practical Steps to Silence the Guns in Africa by the Year 2020. We therefore call for enhanced partnership between the United Nations and the African Union, including through strategic dialogue and exchange of views, capacity-building and analysis, to contribute to the Silencing the Guns initiative. I wish to conclude by underlining that we need to aim for the sky to reach the ceiling. While silencing the guns in Africa by 2020 is a noble and essential aim, it must be pursued with practical and measurable steps. We should aim to get rid of the guns and not only provide silencers so that the sound of the gun is not heard.”
2019-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8473 (2019) · source
“Finally, I would like to commend the convening of this meeting under the agenda item "Cooperation between the United Nations and regional and subregional organizations in maintaining international peace and security". Indeed, the role of regional and subregional organizations is crucial to ensuring the success of the Silencing the Guns in Africa by 2020 initiative. My delegation has continuously stated the fact that Africa knows what it is best for Africa. Indonesia can relate to this approach. In our region, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations has managed to transform a region formerly prone to conflict into a region of peace and progress. While silencing the guns in Africa is not an easy task, it is not an impossible one.”
2019-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8473 (2019) · source
“It is also important to build resilient communities, strengthen democratic and judicial institutions, include all sectors in socioeconomic development and promote the participation of civil society, women and youth. We in Indonesia stand ready to contribute to that effort, and we are pleased that the majority of beneficiaries of our South-South and triangular cooperation programmes are African countries. We also continuously strengthen economic ties, among others, through the Indonesia- Africa Forum, the Indonesia-Africa Infrastructure Forum, as well as other relevant forums. Our ties with Africa are centuries old. We also engaged Africa through the Bandung Asia-Africa Conference of 1955, and we will continue to do so in future.”
2019-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8473 (2019) · source
“The Multinational Joint Task Force and the Joint Force of the Group of Five for the Sahel are two commendable examples. To sustain such initiatives, support from the international community is needed, including in capacity-building and predictable funding. Strengthening national and local institutions on conflict prevention is also an important factor. Regarding that subpoint, it is important to address the root causes and drivers of conflict. Indeed, it is not only guns that need silencing. Poverty, economic gaps and social inequality also require a response in order to reduce the occurrence of conflict and prevent the relapse into violence. Social cohesion and inclusion must be fostered. Indonesia therefore supports the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals in Africa, as well as Agenda 2063.”
2019-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8473 (2019) · source
“Secondly, combating terrorism and transnational organized crime is also key. Terrorist activities have become a major security threat in Africa and the surge of terror attacks across Africa, both in number and in sophistication, has led to the loss of lives, undermined governance and institution-building, and torn apart the fabric of society. These terrorist activities are often closely related to other transnational organized crimes, including the illicit trafficking of drugs, humans and natural resources and maritime piracy. It is therefore crucial to combat terrorism, including by eliminating illegal activities that contribute to the funding of terrorist groups. Indonesia welcomes the leadership taken by African countries to spearheadjoint efforts to combat terrorism.”
2019-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8473 (2019) · source
“It is therefore high time that African countries set the goal of a conflict-free Africa through this initiative and its road map. Allow me to underline some pertinent points in this regard. First, combating the illicit flow of arms and ammunition is imperative, as illicit arms contribute significantly to the exacerbation of conflicts. Enhanced capacity in the areas of national legislation, law enforcement and judicial capacity is important. The international community must support the efforts of African countries in this regard. The capacity to safeguard national stockpiles ofweapons should also be improved. Cooperation within the region is crucial. The joint management of borders, including through border security measures and information-sharing, needs to be strengthened.”
2019-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8473 (2019) · source
“The commitment of African countries to silencing the guns by 2020 is truly an important initiative, for armed conflicts in Africa have had great costs. Ten of thousands of lives have been lost; 15 per cent of the gross domestic product is estimated to be lost annually; over 5 million people have been forcibly driven from their home countries; and armed conflict has also left millions of others internally displaced and in dire need of humanitarian assistance. Now, the importance of this meeting goes beyond realizing a peaceful and conflict-free Africa. It is also important to promote sustainable development in the region - not only Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 16.4 in particular, but the SDGs as a whole. Without peace there can be no development, and without development there can be no peace.”
2019-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8473 (2019) · source
“First of all, I would once again like to welcome you, Sir, as well as the State Secretary of the Federal Foreign Office of Germany, to the Chamber. I wish to convey our sincere appreciation to you for convening this very important meeting, as well as to congratulate you and your delegation on promoting the very important and historic resolution 2457 (2019) that we have just adopted. I do believe that this is an important resolution of the Security Council. I would also like to thank the briefers for their presentations. Ms. Rosemary DiCarlo, Mr. Ramtane Lamamra of the African Union and, of course, Mr. Vasu Gounden have given us a prognosis of the situation on the ground, which I must say is an eye-opening reality.”
2019-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8473 (2019) · source
“There is merit in exploring the potential of South-South and triangular cooperation. I should like to close by reiterating our long- standing support for our Sudanese brothers and sisters in their quest to achieve peace and stability. We have contributed concretely in that regard through our peacekeepers. Darfur has come a long way. The onus is on all of us - the Sudanese Government and the international community - to consolidate and not jeopardize what has been achieved thus far. In the end, the civilian population is the most important aspect.”
2019-02-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8468 (2019) · source
“Peace would be difficult to achieve without real and tangible economic development, including improvements in governance, infrastructure and institutions. Thirdly, Indonesia sees the need for stronger support for peacebuilding and development in Darfur. The sustained engagement of the United Nations and the international community, based on mutual respect and national ownership, is key to preventing a relapse into conflict. Indonesia recognizes the importance of sustained and predictable financing for peacebuilding in Darfur, as well as the role of the United Nations peacebuilding architecture as a crucial enabler for transition. We welcome the proposal to hold a pledging conference for Darfur to ensure sufficient funds for the United Nations country team.”
2019-02-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8468 (2019) · source
“Indonesiajoins others in urging all non-signatories of the Doha Document for Peace in Darfur, including Abdul Wahid Nour, to join the peace process. We hope to see a follow-up to the signing of a pre-negotiation framework between by the Sudan Liberation Army- Minni Minawi and the Justice and Equality Movement. The needs of internally displaced persons (IDPs) must also be addressed. There must be unfettered access for the delivery of humanitarian assistance. We also call on all parties, including the Government of the Sudan, to create a conducive environment for the return of IDPs. The difficult economic situation and the risks associated with it remain a cause for concern and underline a strong case for the provision of development assistance. In that regard, the international community should continue to assist the Sudan.”
2019-02-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8468 (2019) · source
“Indonesia sees the Security Council's intention to establish key benchmarks to review its measures on Darfur as a step in the right direction. I should like to underline that UNAMID's exit should not be allowed to create a vacuum that would lead to further tension and conflict. The needs of the civilian population should be prioritized. Secondly, Indonesia remains cognizant of many persisting challenges. Further efforts are needed to address the root causes of the conflict, including land and intercommunal disputes. Intermittent clashes in Jebel Marra and destabilizing activities by the Sudan Liberation Army/Abdul Wahid faction continue to result in civilian casualties and displacement. We ask all parties to exercise restraint. There can be no military solution to conflict in Darfur.”
2019-02-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8468 (2019) · source
“Indonesia takes pride in being a part of UNAMID, and is currently represented by 477 peacekeepers on the ground. We welcome the progress in reconfiguring UNAMID, including the inauguration of its new headquarter in Zalingei in January. UNAMID should continue to play a crucial role in protecting civilians and supporting capacity-building in the area of the rule of law. Indonesia also commends the Sudanese Government for its efforts to create security in Darfur, including through the weapons-collection campaign and promoting the peaceful resolution of intercommunal conflict. The Sudanese Government should eventually be able to bear the primary responsibility for security in Darfur as we proceed with the UNAMID reconfiguration.”
2019-02-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8468 (2019) · source
“First of all, I would like to thank Assistant Secretary-General Bintou Keita for her important briefing on the recent developments on the ground. We noted that there are still clashes and the loss of life, and we regret that fact. My statement will focus on three key issues, namely, the security situation, persisting challenges and support for the transition in Darfur. Concerning the first issue, Indonesia is pleased that the security situation across Darfur outside Jebel Marra is relatively stable. The continued improvement in the security situation has enabled the phased withdrawal of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) and the plan for its eventual exit in 2020, in line with resolution 2429 (2018). My delegation commends the critical work of UNAMID in Darfur.”
2019-02-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8468 (2019) · source
“While on the subject of MINUSCA, Indonesia also wishes to pay tribute to the many brave peacekeepers who have lost their lives in recent years in the Central African Republic, and to commend the countries that provided them. In conclusion, we should maintain the momentum established by the agreement and continue to support its implementation and monitor its progress. Let this be the last agreement that will build a bridge to the path of peace, end conflict and silence the guns once and for all.”
2019-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8467 (2019) · source
“The Mission is currently, on average, at 94.46 per cent of its total authorized strength; nevertheless, given its important role there is a need to optimize its performance through training and the use of up-to-standard equipment, and by ensuring the continuous support of the Council. It is important to enhance the Mission's accountability as the face of the United Nations on the ground. Since 2013, Indonesia has contributed 200 engineering troops, who have contributed to the building of roads and bridges and, just recently, even contributed to the management of waste and landfills. This month Indonesia will increase its contribution by sending an additional 140 formed police units to the Mission, including 14 female police officers trained in community-based approaches.”
2019-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8467 (2019) · source
“I note in the Secretary- General's report that MINUSCA has supported efforts to reduce violence, promote reconciliation among communities and increase the protection of civilians, as well as contribute to many other noble causes. MINUSCA's work in reinforcing the capacity of the Central African armed forces through training and technical and logistical support for recruitment is crucial in the security sector reform of the country. The Mission's role also extends to justice and the rule oflaw by providing local authorities with technical support for investigations - important tools for enabling the Government to protect its people.”
2019-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8467 (2019) · source
“Like others who spoke before me, using children as combatants in armed conflict is a crime. We need to work together in that regard. We urge the Central African Republic to continue its commitment to DDRR in order to truly silence the guns in the region, starting in its own backyard. At the same time, the Council should continue to support the DDRR process in the Central African Republic, as stipulated in the recently adopted resolution 2454 (2019) of 31 January. We also believe that peace is illusive without investment in development, with which the international community should assist. Secondly, after hearing the updates from the briefers, it is more apparent that the role of the Mission is more important than ever.”
2019-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8467 (2019) · source
“Furthermore, we also hear reports that one out of three children suffers from severe malnutrition, and one out of two people does not have access to safe drinking water. The people of the Central African Republic have suffered enough. I urge countries to continue their assistance and deliver on their commitments to the Central African Republic, as well as supporting the work being done by the Peacebuilding Commission. In relation to the humanitarian situation, Indonesia notes the relatively positive result of the disarmament, demobilization, reintegration and repatriation (DDRR) programme. The programme works towards reintegrating ex-combatants into society and has succeeded in disarming 137 ex-combatants and in separating a total of 923 children from armed groups.”
2019-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8467 (2019) · source
“I will focus my comments today on two pertinent points: first, the humanitarian situation in the Central African Republic and secondly, the role of MINUSCA in the Central African Republic. First, while there is progress on the political aspect, we should not overlook the humanitarian aspect in the Central African Republic, which is equally important. We are still concerned about the violence in the country and the situation remains fragile. It is alarming to hear that the number of people in need of assistance and protection has increased to 2.9 million, which is 16 per cent higher than last year, and that there are more than 1,000 protection-related incidents on average each month. There are record levels of displacement, with more than 1 million people displaced internally and in neighbouring countries.”
2019-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8467 (2019) · source
“It is therefore important to establish a follow-up mechanism for the effective implementation of the Agreement, have a sustained and constructive dialogue between the Government and the armed groups and, in that regard, ensure the full and solid support of the international community, including the Security Council. I appeal to all Council members to be united in trying to ensure that the implementation of the Agreement becomes a reality. Indonesia would also like to commend the Sudan and Chad, as well as other neighbouring countries, and the African Union (AU) in its role in brokering peace. We have always believed that neighbours and regional organizations play an important role in settling disputes and in promoting dialogue. We also commend the closer cooperation of the United Nations with the AU in that regard.”
2019-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8467 (2019) · source
“Indonesia took note of the Secretary-General's report of 15 February, and echoes him in saying that "the only path out of crisis for the Central African Republic must be forged through political dialogue" (S/2019/I47, para. 75). To that end, we see the Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in the Central African Republic, signed in Bangui on 6 February, as an important political milestone. However, I must recall that it will remain only a piece ofpaper if it is not duly implemented. Indeed, the implementation of the Agreement will not be without challenges.”
2019-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8467 (2019) · source
“Let me first join others in thanking the briefers, my brother Ambassador Omar Hilale, Mr. Smai'l Chergui and Mr. Koen Vervaeke, for their updates and in particular for their insights on the issue that we are discussing. I would also like to take this opportunity to express my appreciation for the work of Mr. Parfait Onanga-Anyanga in leading the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) since August 2015, and to welcome Mr. Mankeur Ndiaye and offer him the full support of my delegation. It would be remiss of me not to welcome Minister Sylvie Valerie Baipo-Temon of the Central African Republic to the Chamber.”
2019-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8467 (2019) · source
“Let me close by calling on both sides, particularly the occupying Power, to stop the provocations and inflammatory rhetoric. These not only violate resolution 2334 (2016), but also fuel the conflict and the violence against the Palestinian people. I believe that all Members of the United Nations are peace-loving States and speak the same language. Inaction is not a language. It is a threat to peace.”
2019-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8466 (2019) · source
“It will be impossible to bring about peace in the region if a just and lasting solution is not ensured. Indonesia reiterates its call for an intensification of international and regional efforts, based on United Nations resolutions and the Quartet road map, the Madrid principles and the Arab Peace Initiative, to end the Israeli occupation, which has existed since 1967. We call on countries to honour resolution 2334 (2016) and not move their diplomatic presence to Jerusalem. Moreover, I wish to reiterate Indonesia's request for another written report of the Secretary-General on the implementation of resolution 2334 (2016). The aforementioned violations, and many others, deserve to be addressed in the context of comprehensive reports.”
2019-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8466 (2019) · source
“The third point is the silence of the Council. The occupied Palestinian territory is breaking apart, settlement activity is increasing, and the situation is heading towards a one-State solution, even as we see no prospects of a political solution. The lives and freedom of the Palestinians are at risk because of our inaction. No steps have been taken to implement resolution 2334 (2016). Actions prohibited under the resolution have been taken but totally ignored, at the expense of the victims. My question is, has the Council ever faced such contempt before? We stress that the expansion of settlements, the increasing violence, the inflammatory rhetoric and many other violations are a blatant affront to the authority of this body. Instability in the occupied territories has a negative impact on the region and beyond, including in Indonesia.”
2019-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8466 (2019) · source
“In a report dated 13 February, for instance, the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs points out that 55 Palestinians, including 20 children, have been forcibly evicted by the Israeli authorities from their homes in the Karm Al Jaouni area since late 2008. Among the various grave physical, social, economic and emotional impacts on Palestinian families, one of the saddest is how the children concerned are often then unable, or afraid, to return to school, as they bear the burden of psychological scars that may last for life. Moreover, we join others in the call for the international community to continue to assist the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, including in terms of its financing. The socioeconomic situation of Palestinian children is at stake.”
2019-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8466 (2019) · source
“Secondly, regarding the humanitarian situation - the humanitarian situation in the occupied territory is also deteriorating and more assistance is needed, particularly for Gaza Access to health care, clean water and other basic necessities is being hindered. As I mentioned earlier, the already dire situation has been aggravated by massive casualties since the Great March of Return last year. Apart from Gaza, one ofthe targets ofhumanitarian support is the vulnerable H-2 area in Hebron, which was formerly covered by the Temporary International Presence in Hebron. We need to anticipate the impact of increasing settlement activity in this area, more displaced Palestinians and further settler violence.”
2019-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8466 (2019) · source
“But do we need to wait for another massacre? Are the continued use of force by the occupying Power and the policies of arbitrary detention and restriction of movement, the 11 years of Gaza's blockade, and so on, not sufficient? In the past year, more than 200 Palestinians lost their lives and more than 20,000 were injured. What other justifications does this body need to react appropriately to activities that take the lives of innocent people? The Palestinians are defenceless, they are victims and are not equal in capacity to the occupying Power. It is our responsibility to fill the gap.”
2019-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8466 (2019) · source
“These unnecessary and unilateral provocations harm not only the Palestinians - as they are intended to - but the very hopes and prospects of peace. We fail to see any sign in the region that justifies the decision of the Government of Israel not to renew the mandate of the TIPH. Violence continues in many places, particularly in Hebron, where a group of extremist settlers attacked several Palestinian homes, injuring 48-year-old Hisham Saifan and his 10-year old son. On a bypass road near the village of Silwad, an Israeli soldier fired live ammunition at a group of young Palestinians, killing a 16-year old boy, Ahmed Othman Hamed. The potential for violence is real and at any time may trigger an incident similar to the 1994 massacre that resulted in the call for an international presence in resolution 904 (1994).”
2019-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8466 (2019) · source
“Yet statements have been made affirming the legality of the occupying Power's decision on these issues. Moreover, the Council has failed to express its position regarding this development and I must say that this has been an unpleasant way for us, as Indonesians, to end our first month in the Council. We again express our regret that the Council has failed to express its position in the form of a presidential statement, due to an objection by one member. The closure of the TIPH is a very sad development. For over two decades, the civilian presence of the TIPH greatly helped to mitigate tensions between the Palestinians and Israelis in Hebron. At a time when Palestinians were left defenceless, it offered them a minimal sense of protection.”
2019-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8466 (2019) · source
“The basic fact that we need to bear in mind is that the presence of the occupying Power is wrong and illegal. It is also wrong to transfer the settlers there as this clearly violates international humanitarian law. It is furthermore wrong that the settlers and the occupying Power commit violence against the Palestinian people, in addition to the fact that the occupying Power is under obligation by international law to protect Palestinians in all parts of the occupied territory. There are many other wrongdoings and violations of human rights that we could mention, such as restrictions of movement, expansion of settlements and so on. Despite all of this evidence before our eyes, the TIPH was closed. Am I exaggerating ifI say that this phenomenon defies my logic?”
2019-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8466 (2019) · source
“The briefings provide a succinct demonstration that the situation is tense and fragile and that the cycle of violence is still escalating. After listening to the two briefers, I have the impression that people are continuing to die - money is being withheld and a number of children have died in the past few months. Today, I will focus on three points. First, regarding the termination of the TIPH - at a time when international attention is focused on developments on the situation on the ground, the TIPH was abruptly been terminated. This is another in the series of policies in the occupied Palestinian territory that defy common sense and logic. Sadly, each time we need to do or see something positive, what is offered is something negative. Take Hebron as an example.”
2019-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8466 (2019) · source
“My delegation would like to join Ambassador Jerry Matjila in paying tribute to Ambassador Vitaly Churkin for his services to the Council as we honour him today, two years after his passing. My delegation would also like to join other delegations in thanking Mr. Nickolay Mladenov, Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process and Personal Representative of the Secretary-General, and Ms. Ursula Mueller, Assistant Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Deputy Emergency Relief Coordinator, for their briefings. Today's briefings are of great importance as they follow the recent important incident of the termination of the mandate of the Temporary International Presence in Hebron (TIPH), less than one month ago.”
2019-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8466 (2019) · source
“Those contributions will certainly help to restore confidence in Burundi. And as an important member of the countries of the Great Lakes region, Burundi's own stability, security and development will contribute to peace and stability there. We therefore encourage the Government and the people of Burundi to continue on this trajectory of peace, a luxury that is hard to obtain and more difficult to maintain. Indonesia looks forward to working as a partner with Burundi and sharing our own experience with our brothers and sisters in the region.”
2019-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8465 (2019) · source
“I urge countries to continue their support and to deliver on their commitments made to Burundi in consultation with that country, including commitments made through the Peacebuilding Fund, as well as their support for Burundi's 10-year national development plan, which has provided a road map for reaching sustainable development by 2030. Lastly, we recognize Burundi's contribution to the peace and security effort in the region. Like Indonesia, Burundi is a participant in peacekeeping operations in Africa, contributing more than 6,000 peacekeepers to United Nations and African Union missions and thereby demonstrating that it is a responsible member of the United Nations. We also want to congratulate Burundi on being elected a member of the African Union Peace and Security Council for a term of three years, starting this year.”
2019-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8465 (2019) · source
“We note from the Burundi Regional Refugee Response Plan 2019-2020 of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees that refugee returns to Burundi will peak in 2019, with a projection of more than 100,000 returnees, compared to 58,262 in 2018. We also note that the innovative cross-border project supported by the Peacebuilding Fund has improved peaceful coexistence among returnees, refugees and host communities in the targeted areas. It is nonetheless disheartening to hear that the Refugee Response Plan is among the lowest-funded appeals in the world, as Ambassador Lauber mentioned in his briefing.”
2019-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8465 (2019) · source
“In that connection, we welcome the recommendations made by the Chair of the Burundi configuration of the PBC that adequate assistance should continue to be provided to help address the Burundian people's urgent needs and reduce their vulnerability, and that Burundi and its international partners should continue to focus on mid- and long-term socioeconomic development. At the end of the day, socioeconomic development is closely tied to political development, and we look forward to further progress in that regard. Secondly, our priority should be to increase humanitarian assistance to Burundi and support its economic and social development, including through the work of the PBC and the Peacebuilding Fund.”
2019-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8465 (2019) · source
“As we look forward to those elections, we also welcome the Burundian Government's initiative in taking ownership and full financial responsibility for them. We encourage the authorities to continue creating an environment conducive to democratic processes. However, the Secretary-General's report makes it clear that there is still work to be done. We urge the Government of Burundi to work together with the United Nations mechanisms on the ground. We also want to acknowledge the efforts of the African Union and the East African Community (EAC), and we note the submission of the final report on the EAC-led inter-Burundian dialogue process at the recent EAC summit in Arusha. Of course, we encourage close cooperation between Africa's regional and subregional organizations and United Nations entities, including the Peacebuilding Commission.”
2019-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8465 (2019) · source
“First, we note that the briefers mentioned that the situation on the ground in Burundi remains calm, which is a good sign that we hope will continue. We have seen the negative impact of political impasses on Burundi's economic and social situation in the past, leading to increases in unemployment and the cost ofbasic services and commodities, which in turn have had a negative effect on the population. Nevertheless, there has been political progress that should not go unnoticed. Today's briefings and the Secretary-General's November report (S/2018/1028), for example, have noted improvements in the situation on the ground. Efforts made by the leadership of the Burundian Government, such as the announcement that the President will not seek re-election in 2020, have also had a positive effect.”
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“I would like to join others in thanking Mr. Michel Kafando, Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Burundi, my colleague Ambassador Jiirg Lauber, Chair of the Burundi configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC), and my sister Ambassador, Fatima Mohammed, Permanent Observer of the African Union to the United Nations. Their briefings have provided us a clearer picture of the situation in Burundi. I also welcome my brother Ambassador, Albert Shingiro, Permanent Representative of Burundi, to the Chamber. My statement today will centre on three issues - the progress being made on the situation in Burundi, humanitarian assistance in the country and Burundi's role in maintaining peace and security in the region.”
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