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“We also note the Committee's observation that funds in the United Nations Trust Fund for Global and Regional Disarmament, managed by the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs, have been used mainly for outreach activities, including those related to visits to countries, and less for projects more directly linked to implementation. It would be useful to hear the Committee's views on how it and other relevant entities can further assist countries in need of support for preparing project proposals. Meanwhile, we reiterate our call for the immediate establishment of a fund dedicated to supporting Member States in implementing their obligations under resolution 1540 (2004).”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“Indonesia stresses, and the report itself underlines, that the 1540 Committee plays a vital role in facilitating matchmaking, particularly in view of the discrepancies between countries' economic and industrial capabilities. The report's recommendations for improving the delivery of tailor-made assistance are very important. We would therefore appreciate hearing from the Committee about the factors that resulted in a drop in the total number of requests submitted for assistance in the period under review by comparison to those submitted before 2011.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“In that regard, Indonesia would like to thank the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004) for its presentation of its first five-year comprehensive report, covering the period from 25 April 2011 to 24 April 2016. We are grateful to the Committee's successive Chairs, Vice-Chairs and other support staff for their hard work in producing the detailed report. While we are still reviewing its contents, some trends seem clear. The report acknowledges that States' reporting has increased and that most States have enhanced their measures prohibiting activities by non-State actors relating to nuclear, chemical and biological weapons and their means of delivery.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“We are grateful to the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Spain for convening today's important high-level open debate and for his statement. We also thank the Deputy Secretary-General and the other briefers for theirs. Indonesia, as a party to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, the Convention on Chemical Weapons and the Biological Weapons Convention, as a member of the Southeast Asian Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone, and as a party that has ratified the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty, welcomes today's focus on countering the threat of the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) by non-State actors.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“We also believe that United Nations agencies, particularly UN-Water, should play a substantially greater role to assist developing countries to address the multiple issues related to water.”
2016-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7818 (2016) · source
“While South-East Asia is generally self-sufficient in natural resources, there are varied conditions in the member States of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Seasonal scarcity and a rising demand for freshwater are realities. To ensure equitable access and sufficient amounts of water of acceptable quality, ASEAN 4 through its Socio-Cultural Community Blueprint 2009-2015, a strategic plan of action and the ASEAN Working Group on Water Resources Management - has effectively promoted regional cooperation and collaboration on integrated water resources management and will continue to intensify such efforts. Indonesia is happy to share its insights and expertise on water resources management with interested countries.”
2016-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7818 (2016) · source
“Furthermore, as Indonesia has stressed before in various United Nations forums, it is crucial that the Security Council and other relevant entities of the United Nations system significantly elevate principled conflict prevention, credible political solutions, dialogue processes and mediation to help resolve conflicts peacefully. Sustainability is a key feature of Indonesia's medium-term development plan for the period 2015- 2019, with the security of water, food, energy and maritime resources among its essential components. In the area of water security, we are pursuing clear targets in watershed conservation, water availability, access to drinking water and sanitation.”
2016-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7818 (2016) · source
“Given that 70 per cent of global fresh water is used for agriculture, there should also be greater support given to developing countries that lack the capacities for developing their water conservation and agriculture production abilities. Indonesia also takes strong exception to any parties in conflicts attacking water reservoirs and related infrastructure, which is discussed in the concept note (S/2016/969, annex). Using water as an instrument of war is reprehensible. There can never be a defence for knowingly or unknowingly targeting water, health services, food or other essential facilities for civilians. The Security Council must clearly uphold international humanitarian law.”
2016-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7818 (2016) · source
“Being fundamental to human survival, water can arouse strong passions. However, it need not be a source of conflict if water resources and their use are governed prudently. But for that we must take a comprehensive approach to water. It is therefore critical that the milestone agreements forged last year - the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the Addis Ababa Action Agenda on Financing for Development, the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction and the Paris Agreement on Climate Change - be implemented successfully. They will help ensure that conditions that could turn into conflicts over water are mitigated. Along with those, Indonesia supports agreements among States that require them to ensure that a clear methodology and dispute-resolution mechanism on watercourses are available.”
2016-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7818 (2016) · source
“I thank you, Mr. President, and the presidency of Senegal for convening this very important debate and for bringing this important issue to the forefront. My delegation would also like to thank the briefers for their comments, which, inter alia, highlight the need for improved water management and conservation, with greater international cooperation on water. Due to many factors - global climate change, the number and scale of natural disasters, the increase in human population, food shortages and water disputes within and between some countries - the issues related to the ownership and use of water are likely to gain more prominence. But many times it is not, and will not be, water that caused the disputes, but other unresolved conflicts and their effects, as pressures of population displacement lead to water disputes.”
2016-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7818 (2016) · source
“We need to address the problem of ensuring predictable and sustainable funding for women and peace and security. Setting specific numerical targets, such as allocating 15 per cent of peacebuilding funds to projects whose principal objective is to address women's specific needs and advance gender equality, is a step in the right direction. Finally, as a candidate for non-permanent membership of the Security Council for 2019-2020, we are determined to be a true partner for peace and a promoter of women's empowerment and gender equality worldwide.”
2016-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7793 (2016) · source
“We urge United Nations agencies to strengthen their work with Member States in promoting global initiatives to protect women and children in armed conflict, such as the Preventing Sexual Violence in Conflict initiative. Fifthly, we need to strengthen the contribution of Member States in peacekeeping missions. Indonesian military and police forces are currently in 10 United Nations operations with close to 3,000 personnel in total, many of whom are female peacekeepers, who have expertise in conflict resolution and peacebuilding. Indonesia's Peacekeeping Training Centre has also incorporated gender perspectives into its programme so as to equip them in the field. The participation of women and girls in peacebuilding is a must and a prerequisite for sustainable peace.”
2016-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7793 (2016) · source
“We need to strengthen interaction and information flows across the entire system. Coordination among United Nations bodies should respect and make full use of their respective mandates and competencies, particularly those whose work is relevant in promoting women's empowerment and gender equalities in all sectors, including the prevention of gender-based violence in conflict situations. Sexual violence conducted by members of peacekeepers has been a particular concern. As an agent ofpeace, every peacekeeper should be held to the highest ethical and moral standards. Along this line, Indonesia supports the work of United Nations agencies in promoting zero tolerance of sexual violence and abuse in conflict.”
2016-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7793 (2016) · source
“Difficulties and complexities in the aftermath of conflict could drag countries and societies back into conflict. Secondly, investing in the prevention of conflict has become a necessity in today's world, which is increasingly prone to open conflicts. We need to promote the culture of peace and tolerance, and support global development that is sustainable and inclusive, particularly in conflict prone regions. Thirdly, it is important to acknowledge the role of women, mothers and family in the prevention of radicalism and extremism and we need to work together to empower them. Fourthly, it is important to ensure that the work of the Security Council in women and peace and security complement the work of other relevant bodies and agencies within the United Nations system.”
2016-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7793 (2016) · source
“Resolution 1325 (2000) was a call to give notice to the important role of women as peace-brokers and catalysts for change. Foremost, it takes notice of women's resilience, despite the odds they face in conflict. Through the four pillars of resolution 1325 (2011), women were recognized as actors, not bystanders, in conflict management, conflict resolution and sustainable peace. Resolution 2242 (2015), which was adopted last year, provides recommendations to better implement the agenda. Moving forward, there are some pertinent points to consider. First, peace is very challenging to establish in the aftermath of war. While the war may have ceased externally, often times it rages on internally in the hearts and minds of those affected.”
2016-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7793 (2016) · source
“Let me first thank the Russian Federation for convening this open debate. Indonesia aligns itself with the statement delivered by the representative of Thailand on behalf of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. I thank His Excellency Mr. Ban Ki-moon, Ms. Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka and others for giving constructive insights into the progress and challenges of the implementation of the women and peace and security agenda. Indonesia remains committed to working with Member States, the United Nations and other relevant actors to empower women and girls as agents for change for peace and security around the world. Conflict is painful. It is disfiguring and debilitating to anybody's sense of humanity. Women who live in the midst of conflict are given no choice but to take charge when they lose their father, brother or husband.”
2016-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7793 (2016) · source
“Together, let us exercise our political will, discharge our commitments and work resolutely to bring peace, stability and security to humankind.”
2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source
“My delegation welcomes the adoption, last week, of the outcome of the Open-ended Working Group to develop proposals to take forward multilateral nuclear- disarmament negotiations for the achievement and maintenance of a world without nuclear weapons, as mandated by General Assembly resolution 70/33, which brings us a step closer to commencing the negotiation of an international legally binding instrument for the prohibition of nuclear weapons and weapons of mass destruction, which would lead to their total elimination. Let us move forward boldly to realize the collective vision of a world without nuclear weapons. Present and future generations will not forgive us if we fail in our responsibility to prohibit and eliminate nuclear and other weapons of mass destruction.”
2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source
“Moreover, countries and the relevant international organizations with the requisite capacities bear a special responsibility in the provision of assistance, particularly technical and financial. My delegation reiterates its call for the immediate establishment ofa fund dedicated to supporting Member States in the implementation of their resolution 1540 (2004) obligations. In conclusion, Indonesia would like to underscore that, as long as a single nuclear warhead or other weapon of mass destruction exists, the threat to humankind, by design or by accident, along with the devastating humanitarian consequences, persists.”
2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source
“Our national nuclear energy regulatory agency, known as Bapeten, continues to strengthen its monitoring systems and control capabilities regarding our peaceful uses of nuclear energy. In the context of the national monitoring system, we have recently set in place, in cooperation with the IAEA, seven radioactivity portal monitors in our main sea ports. We are currently also in the process of finalizing a draft law on biosecurity. Regionally, Indonesia is actively participating in various Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) forums on export controls and non-proliferation. I would like to reiterate the significance ofcapacity- building and cooperation in the context of the various elements of resolution 1540 (2004). The Committee established purusant to that resolutionshould focus more on that area.”
2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source
“As Indonesia detailed many of its actions in the context of resolution 1540 (2004) during the formal open consultations in June, I will now simply underline that Indonesia's commitment to the issue is demonstrated by its vigorous adherence to, among others, the treaties and instruments I have mentioned. Through various national laws and programmes, we have instituted comprehensive measures against the development, acquisition, manufacture, possession, transportation, transfer or use of nuclear, chemical or biological weapons and their delivery systems. At the national level, an inter-ministerial working group coordinates the implementation of all national regulations on chemical, biological and nuclear safety and security.”
2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source
“However, the issue of the acquisition of weapons of mass destruction by non-State groups must be considered by all Member States inclusively. Our actions must flow from multilaterally negotiated treaties. A vital point on which to focus is capacity-building assistance for States in establishing injunctions, whereby no space in their territory would be available to terrorists for engaging in their despicable activities. Nuclear safety and nuclear security must rest with individual States. Any multilateral norms, guidelines or rules on nuclear security should be pursued within the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) framework.”
2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source
“As it considers resolution 1540 (2004) to be essential, Indonesia has supported it and will continue to do so. Non-proliferation is one side of the coin, while the other is complete disarmament. Both are necessary for international peace and security. The flawed concept of nuclear "haves" and "have-nots" is morally indefensible and promotes the legitimization of such weapons; as long as they exist, proliferation risks will remain. As highlighted in the President's concept note (S/2016/712, annex), my delegation firmly believes in maintaining and bolstering, where necessary, measures to ensure that nuclear weapons, knowledge on their manufacture and delivery and related materials will never proliferate. Similarly, we must remain vigilant with regard to actions on the part of non-State groups.”
2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source
“While the building of a multilateral structure and machinery to control nuclear and other weapons of mass destruction was largely successful, those weapons, unfortunately, continue to exist and are being modernized at an unprecedented level. As a State partyto the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, the Chemical Weapons Convention, the Biological Weapons Convention and the Treaty on the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone, and having ratified the Comprehensive Nuclear- Test-Ban Treaty, Indonesia is deeply concerned that, while it and many other countries have steadfastly upheld the collective global norms against nuclear and other weapons ofmass destruction, some countries have continued to shirk their responsibilities by retaining such weapons or taking refuge under nuclear-security umbrellas.”
2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source
“We thank you, Sir, and the Malaysian delegation for convening this important debate, and would also like to thank the briefers for their valuable comments. Indonesia associates itself with the statement made by the representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran on behalf of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries. The Hibakusha are a heartfelt testament to the destruction of life because of weapons of mass destruction. In the wake of the horrors of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and with the adoption of first General Assembly resolution of the then new United Nations, which sought to deal with the problems raised by the discovery of atomic energy, it was thought that never again would humankind be at risk of such suffering.”
2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source
“Let us once again redouble our efforts. What is at stake is the future of the world and many generations to come. Children deserve peace. Children have the right to develop healthily and enjoy a happy and harmonious life.”
2016-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7753 (2016) · source
“Such strategies should be based on credible and impartial information, taking into account the efforts made by Member States and in line with the responsibility and authority of States. It is also important to create an enabling environment and implement many of the international commitments that would ensure the protection of children. Indonesia once again encourages Member States that have not yet done so to ratify the Convention on the Rights of the Child and its Optional Protocol on the Involvement of Children in Armed Conflict, as well as other relevant conventions. Indonesia also encourages Member States to support efforts towards the fulfilment of the fundamental rights of children through child protection legislation, education, training and resources to ensure that the best interests of children are taken care of.”
2016-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7753 (2016) · source
“Moreover, one part of preventive measures is understanding the root causes and catalysts of conflicts, which are often linked to poverty, marginalization and lack of opportunities for the young population to advance themselves. Violence against children cannot therefore be ended with silo or sporadic approaches. Purely military and security approaches have not proved effective. It is imperative for us to adopt a comprehensive approach to identifying real actions to address the impact of armed conflict on children, including through social, economic and political approaches, as well as the formulation of a long-term strategic plan for reintegration and rehabilitation.”
2016-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7753 (2016) · source
“With the adoption of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (General Assembly resolution 70/1), we have a common platform to advance peace globally by arming all countries and people with economic and social equality, which will enable all of us to also exercise our abilities to protect the planet. Through this framework, leaving no one behind and achieving sustained peace for generations to come feels more tangible. When the international community addresses conflict and violence, the greater hope is that there will be stronger strategic emphasis on prevention. First and foremost, one important measure that should be taken is to protect the minds and spirits of children from being contaminated by the violence of conflict.”
2016-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7753 (2016) · source
“In this regard, we highly value efforts that have been undertaken by the Council in establishing and implementing measures and resolutions, including the monitoring and reporting mechanism on grave violations against children in situations of armed conflict. We also appreciate the importance of various engagements and initiatives of the Secretary-General, Member States and other stakeholders, which can provide useful guidance on the practical steps taken to ensure that children are able to grow up in a safe environment and free from any form of violence.”
2016-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7753 (2016) · source
“What is equally disturbing is that they may be forced into some type of strategic position, such as spies, couriers, communications officers, logistics and other forms of involvement that can harm children. In post-war situations, the psychological condition of children involved in armed conflict has become a central concern of stakeholders that, if not carefully handled, could raise the potential for spawning radical and extremist movements in the future. As the Graca Machel report (see A/51/306) reminds us, children who cannot escape conflict do not have the same chances for advancement enjoyed by children growing up in peace. There are short- and long-term implications that surely remain with children that have experienced first-hand the horrors of conflict and violence.”
2016-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7753 (2016) · source
“We condemn any act of violence against children, as defined by the United Nations in six categories of violations against children that include the killing and maiming of children, the recruitment or use of children as soldiers, sexual violence against children, attacks on schools or hospitals, the denial of humanitarian access for children, and the abduction of children. We believe that no child imagines itself being forced to become a soldier; no child wants to be in conflict and no child wants a war. But the reality is disastrously different from our expectations. It is already very disturbing that children are forced into armed conflict as combatants.”
2016-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7753 (2016) · source
“At the outset, I would like to express my appreciation to Malaysia for convening this open debate on children and armed conflict. Indonesia aligns itself with the statement delivered by the representative of Thailand on behalf of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. I thank Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, Ms. Leila Zerrougui and Mr. Anthony Lake for explaining the situation of and the impact of conflicts on children, as well as the implementation of several action plans to eliminate violence against children, particularly in armed conflict. Indonesia has paid particular attention to the issue of children in armed conflict, which has a grave impact both on the involved parties and the victims, especially on the growth, well-being and future of children.”
2016-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7753 (2016) · source
“It is also our expectation that the Peacebuilding Commission will, by learning from its previous work and optimally using all provisions of the new and past resolutions, enable more impactful peacebuilding in African countries. Finally, Indonesia would like to underscore the need for a comprehensive approach that incorporates peace and security, development, and human rights to address the root causes of conflicts. The United Nations system must see to it that these three concerns do not exist in unbridgeable silos and that its response is integrated, sustained and in accordance with the needs of the affected peoples.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“My delegation hopes that the intergovernmental momentum generated in the wake of the review of United Nations peace operations and peacebuilding and the global study of resolution 1325 (2000) will also be utilized to intensify efforts in prevention, mediation, finding credible political solutions and deepening partnerships with the AU and its mechanisms.Following the adoption of resolution 2282 (2016), on the review of the peacebuilding architecture, we look forward to a more productive partnership of the Security Council with the Peacebuilding Commission and other relevant United Nations and non-United Nations entities to advance more effective peacebuilding in Africa.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“Currently, 1,537 Indonesian troops and police are participating in eight United Nations peacekeeping operations in Africa: the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali, the United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan, the United Nations Mission in Liberia, the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic, the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur, the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei and the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“Our bilateral cooperation and training programmes for civilian capacity-building and other fields will expand further. Our National Peacekeeping Centre provides training in multidimensional peacekeeping and peacebuilding to personnel from a number of African countries and will continue to do so.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“The operationalization of the Peace Fund, which also fulfils Africa's commitment to finance 25 per cent of the cost of AU peace support operations, is yet another concrete sign of Africa's determination to build embrace peacebuilding. The United Nations and the international community must also robustly play their roles to further assist African countries and the AU in ushering in peace and well-being. Since the convening of the Asian-African Conference in Bandung more than six decades ago, Indonesia has attached high importance to Africa. At the Asian-African Summit in Indonesia last year, the Asian and African leaders, reiterating the unshakable historic bond between the two continents, formulated important, comprehensive steps to bolster Africa in achieving its aims. Indonesia's support to African countries will always be there.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“They tireless in their fight against disease, hunger, poor governance, corruption and extremism and to hasten their citizens' enjoyment of the rewards of democracy. We are also pleased that, just as in our own region of South-East Asia, where the Association of Southeast Asian Nations plays a critical rote, the African Union (AU) has been a strong force for dialogue, peaceful conflict resolution and cordial relations among African countries. The African leaders' declaration to achieve a conflict-free Africa - a key pillar of the visionary AU Agenda 2063 - is commendable. Indonesia supports the five thematic priorities of the new AU Peace and Security Architecture Roadmap 2016-2020. We also congratulate African Governments on the outcome of the twenty-seventh AU Summit.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“It is also Vital that the United Nations and other partners assist affected countries effectively in their capacity-building and broader peacebuilding, in line with their nationally identified priorities. The national ownership of their peacebuilding and development is crucial. As a country that has itself navigated its path from autocracy and instability to democracy, rule of law, equitable development, harmony and a vibrant and resilient economy, Indonesia knows well the imperative of peacemaking and a fully owned national undertaking for sustainable peace and development. Indonesia is heartened that Africa stands resolutely for honouring the desires and aspirations of African people. Many courageous African leaders are working diligently to bring peace and prosperity and to end discord and poverty.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“We thank you, Mr. President, for convening today's important open debate. We also thank the Secretary-General and the other briefers for their comments. Considered against the historical injustices of colonialism, apartheid and other obstacles to development, the progress in Africa has been no small feat. By establishing democracy, rule of law and institutions that serve citizens, a number of African countries have fared well. Where political dialogue, reconciliation and coexistence have been embraced, gradual stability has led to strong economic progress. Indeed, as in other parts of the world, Africa is not alone in dealing with conflicts. But just as in other situations, it is paramount that parties be supported fully in resolving their disputes peacefully.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“Worse still, the Council's inaction adds to the sense of grief and anger of the Palestinian people and further undermines their belief in a peaceful resolution of the conflict. We certainly cannot let that happen, as we owe to the children of Palestine the basic promise of peace and human dignity that is at the foundation ofthe Charter of the United Nations.”
2016-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7736 (2016) · source
“A climate of trust must continue to be forged. The expansion of settlements must stop 4 not only is it illegal, it complicates the efforts to build trust. Along that line, it is very upsetting that the report says nothing about the illegal nature of the settlements. On a different matter, all acts that contribute to the building and strengthening of cordial relations between Palestinian and Israeli communities must be promoted. The desire for peace must come from within both communities for it to be durable. Needless to say, violence must also be prevented. The Security Council must engage more energetically in the pursuit of peace. By continuing to remain on the sidelines, the Council allows the two-State solution to fade further away.”
2016-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7736 (2016) · source
“I reiterate that violence cannot be condoned, but the longer the occupation takes place, the more violence the world is likely to see. It is also disappointing to see the report place equal blame on Palestine and Israel, neglecting the fact that Palestine is under occupation. This notion of equal responsibility between Palestine and Israel is also inconsistent with the Geneva Conventions and various United Nations resolutions, including those of the Council, which assign to Israel the responsibilities of an occupying Power. It is regrettable that such conclusions emerged in the Quartet report. In our view, they run counter to all the efforts to pursue peace between Palestine and Israel. However, our disappointment aside, Indonesia agrees with the Quartet that more efforts must be dedicated to advancing the two-State solution.”
2016-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7736 (2016) · source
“While we appreciate the role of the Quartet in pursuing peace, Indonesia considers the report to be a disappointment. It fails to capture the very reason behind the Palestine-Israeli conflict, which is no other than the Israeli occupation. We should call a spade a spade. For over 60 years, the Palestinian people have been without a homeland. They have been robbed of their dignity and forced to live in subjugation. We do not condone violence, but failure to recognize the link between the violence and the prolonged occupation amounts to a denial of the frustrations of the Palestinian people. If we are to restart a credible peace process, the grief, anger and sense of despair of the Palestinian people must be acknowledged.”
2016-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7736 (2016) · source
“The Palestinian people must be accorded the opportunity to exercise their inalienable right to establish an independent State of Palestine, in accordance with the two-State vision. In that regard, Indonesia underlines the importance of the ministerial conference held in Paris last month, which reflected the enduring international commitment to peace between Palestine and Israel. As a participant in the ministerial conference, Indonesia stands ready to work with all relevant stakeholders on its follow-up, including in putting together packages of incentives for the resumption of the peace process. We will also work to ensure the successful convening of the international peace conference by the end of this year. Indonesia takes note of the report of the Middle East Quartet with respect to the peace process between Palestine and Israel.”
2016-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7736 (2016) · source
“Resolving prolonged conflicts and ending foreign occupation remains the greatest challenge confronting the United Nations, particularly the Security Council, which bears the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security. The Palestine-Israeli conflict is one such. For far too long, the international community has witnessed inconsistency, and even betrayal, in the efforts to resolve the Palestine-Israel conflict. The Council alone has adopted 89 resolutions on the conflict, some of which call for withdrawal of the Israeli occupation force. Regrettably, none has been respected, even by the institution that adopted them. Many times Indonesia has stated in the Council and many other relevant forums that ending the Israeli occupation is indispensable to resolving the Palestine-Israeli conflict.”
2016-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7736 (2016) · source
“Let me begin by thanking the presidency of Japan for convening this open debate and the Secretary-General for his briefing. Indonesia associates itself with the statements by the representatives of Iran and Kuwait on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, respectively. The United Nations was founded to pursue international peace and security and to promote the equal rights and self-determination of people, among other things. Much progress has been recorded by the United Nations in those areas, including by assisting the liberation of peoples living under foreign occupation. Yet we must not be complacent.”
2016-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7736 (2016) · source
“The United Nations system should intensify its efforts to help enable a comprehensive approach to protect civilians. Human life is indeed the most precious. And the deplorable fact of the increasing deaths of civilians in armed conflict situations deserves our full attention, commitment and action. Indonesia, with its current participation in 10 United Nations peacekeeping operations, will continue to support and contribute to United Nations efforts to lay down the foundations for sustainable peace. We will also continue to ensure that, before deployment, our peacekeepers receive the most adequate training on civilians' protection.”
2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source
“Prevention and peaceful resolution should be given higher priority in peacekeeping missions, and we should ensure that the United Nations is more people-centred and impactful and harnesses the strengths of existing regional entities. For the safety and security of the threatened populations, as well as of the peacekeepers, it is also essential that the three basic United Nations peacekeeping principles of consent of the parties, impartiality and the non-use of force except in self- defence and defence of the mandate continue to be adhered to. We therefore underline that the use of force in United Nations peacekeeping operations should only be the last resort. We also emphasize that the development and updates of guiding materials and training on how to protect civilians should be widely discussed with Member States.”
2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source