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1. “That includes supporting Special Envoy Geir Pedersen in his efforts to facilitate the process, including the reaching of consensus among the members of the Committee. We hope that the members of the Committee can concentrate on their work, without unnecessary external interference that couldjeopardize the ongoing process. We concur with what Mr. Pedersen underlined in his remarks, namely, that the Constitutional Committee must be consistently nurtured. It is not an easy word or an easy task. The success of the Constitutional Committee at this stage is important in order to build trust and confidence, which are badly needed on that issue, and, as Mr. Pedersen also mentioned, to ultimately open the door for broader political processes that we hope will be beneficial for the people of Syria.”

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2. “However, my delegation believes that this is part of an ongoing process, which we all knew would be far from easy. Disagreements will always arise in such processes, but the most important thing is that dialogue and consultations among the relevant parties continue. Compromise and flexibility are required. With patience, the objective of a final result that is good for the people of Syrian can be reached. That should be the main objective. Indonesia sincerely wishes that the two co-Chairs of the Government and opposition delegations will soon agree on the agenda and move forward with the next session. I would like to highlight a further three pertinent points. First, it is critical for the international community, particularly Council members, to continue supporting the work of the Constitutional Committee.”

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3. “It is a bright day today, but it is a pity that Mr. Heusgen is not here to see the curtain be opened. On a more serious note, we thank Special Envoy Geir Pedersen for his comprehensive briefing and Ms. Rajaa Altalli for being here with us today. My delegation is following closely the development of the Syrian-led, Syrian-owned Constitutional Committee, facilitated by the United Nations. The launching of the Committee, the adoption by consensus of a code of conduct and a set of initial procedural practices, as well as the agreement on the small drafting body, are indeed commendable advances. We note that the second session of the Constitutional Committee, last November, did not really go as planned. Obviously, we regret that it was not possible to convene a meeting of the 45 members of the small drafting body.”

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4. “To that end, we fully support the process towards the establishment of a Middle East zone free of nuclear weapons and other weapons of mass destruction, the first conference of which has just concluded its first session. That takes us one step closer to a world without nuclear weapons and other weapons of mass destruction. In closing, we call on everyone to demonstrate their full commitment to peace, stability and the rule of law. Only when we achieve those ends can we have a safe and prosperous world for all.”

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5. “Thirdly, as aproponent of a balanced implementation of the three pillars of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), Indonesia continues to believe that the JCPOA is an essential element of the global non-proliferation architecture. The JCPOA was a significant diplomatic achievement endorsed by the Security Council through resolution 2231 (2015). Now the international community must live up to its obligation to fully support it. We must also not forget our commitment to achieving a world free of nuclear weapons. As a party to the NPT, the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty and the South-East Asia Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone, and as a main proponent of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, Indonesia calls on all to support global nuclear disarmament.”

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6. “Secondly, we continue to note with concern the differences in the interpretation and implementation of resolution 2231 (2015). Annex B of resolution 2231 (2015) is designed to improve transparency and create an atmosphere conducive to the full implementation of the JCPOA. It is therefore pertinent to implement that resolution as a whole, together with the JCPOA. We urge the parties to engage in a constructive dialogue to solve those differences. In the same spirit, in order to create an atmosphere conducive to implementation and ensure stability in the region, we call upon Iran to take into consideration the lawful concerns of other States when carrying out its activities.”

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7. “Indonesia strongly calls on all parties to remain committed to the full and effective implementation of the J CPOA and of resolution 2231 (2015), in good faith. We commend the independence, professionalism and impartiality of the work of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in verifying and monitoring Iran's implementation of its nuclear-related commitments under the JCPOA. We call on Iran to continue to cooperate with the IAEA. Furthermore, the deal is not only about non-proliferation, but also about the economic interests of Iran. In that regard, we continue to support legitimate trade activities with Iran and welcome the decisions of Belgium, Denmark, Finland, the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden to join the Instrument in Support of Trade Exchanges, as elaborated earlier by Ambassador Skoog.”

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8. “First of all, we would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo for her briefing and to welcome once again our old friend Ambassador Olof Skoog, who is now wearing a different hat. We ofcourse also thank Ambassador Marc Pecsteen de Buytswerve of Belgium for his briefing on the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015). I would like to highlight several points. First, Indonesia continues to support the full implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and ofresolution 2231 (2015) as awhole. We continue to regret the United States withdrawal from the JCPOA and its further reimposition of unilateral sanctions. While we understand the difficulties in the implementation of the JCPOA in the context of the United States sanctions, we are also concerned by Iran's moves to reduce its JCPOA commitments.”

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9. “Civilian lives are at stake, and people have been suffering for far too long. Again, as far as my delegation is concerned, saving people's lives is not an option but the main goal. This afternoonthe Councilisscheduledtotake action on a draft resolution on the cross-border humanitarian aid. We acknowledge the existing dynamics, as well as the differing views of Council members, and I appeal to all my colleagues to use the time remaining before the meeting to intensify our efforts and to speak to one another in an objective manner with a view to saving human lives. It is not about us. It is all about saving Syrian civilians, people on the ground. I once again appeal to all the members of the Council to do the right thing, particularly in this season ofjoy when people are united in a spirit of hope and love.”

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10. “We commend the tireless work of the United Nations in continuing to provide life-saving assistance to millions of people in need, despite the various challenges. Thirdly, my delegation endorses the Secretary- General's call regarding the renewal of the cross- border mechanism. It is clear that 4 million people are dependent on that mechanism - a mechanism that has no other alternative, as stated many times by the United Nations. My delegation strongly believes that we cannot jeopardize the ongoing cross-border operations that provide food aid, medicines and other immediate humanitarian needs. The suffering of the Syrian people must end, and we in the Council can start to ease the suffering by setting our differences aside and focusing on the 4 million people who need the cross-border operations. That is the least we can do for them.”

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11. “Our mandate is to save lives, and that is exactly what we need to do as members of the Security Council. My delegation would like to highlight three points. First, Indonesia calls for immediate de-escalation and urges all relevant parties to strictly uphold their obligations under international law. We urge all parties to cease all attacks against civilians and civilian objects, including the indiscriminate use of weapons, barrel bombs and air strikes. It is crucial to protect civilians from attacks and the effects of hostilities and to allow them to voluntarily move to safe places. Secondly, it is important for all parties to allow unimpeded, safe, timely and sustained access for the delivery of humanitarian assistance, in order for the United Nations and its humanitarian partners to be able to reach all people in need in Syria.”

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12. “I would like to thank Assistant Secretary-General Mueller for her detailed briefing, as well as to welcome my brother His Excellency Mr. Aljarallah, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of Kuwait. My delegation is seriously concerned about the recent escalation of hostilities in north-west Syria, the ongoing hostilities in the north-east and, as mentioned in the Secretary-General's report (S/2019/949), the increasing tensions in the south-west. We are extremely troubled by the risk of a worsening humanitarian situation in those areas as a result of hostilities - the deaths of civilians, including women and children, injuries, displacements, the destruction of civilian infrastructure and further suffering. The world is watching. The international community is watching. But we are not here to just watch; we are here to help and take action.”

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13. “We urge all parties to maintain their commitment in respecting international law and the Charter and to work together to create an environment conducive for the ongoing peace process in the region.”

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14. “We strongly support UNDOF's liaison functions with the parties concerned, in particular its key role in preventing any escalation of the situation across the ceasefire line. We urge all the relevant parties to fully respect the 1974 Disengagement of Forces Agreement and exercise maximum restraint. In conclusion, my delegation would like once again to put on the record that Indonesia recognizes the Golan - occupied by Israel since 1967 - as an inalienable part of the territory of the Syrian Arab Republic, and strongly rejects the recognition of the Golan Heights as part of Israel. This position is in accordance with the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity as enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, as well as the relevant Security Council resolutions.”

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15. “Indonesia welcomes the unanimous adoption of resolution 2503 (2019), which renews the mandate of the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) for a period of six months. We thank the co-penholders for their positive role in facilitating the discussion on the resolution and constructively addressing the proposals of Security Council members, including those of Indonesia. My delegation wishes to highlight the importance of the safety and security of UNDOF peacekeepers. UNDOF remains an impartial entity. It is important for all parties to halt all activities that endanger United Nations peacekeepers on the ground and to accord United Nations personnel the freedom to carry out their mandates safely and securely.”

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16. “Indonesia reiterates its commitment to working with Member States to improve peacekeeping performance and create an accountable peacekeeping mission. I salute the peacekeepers for risking their lives and leaving their families behind to pursue peace in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and in the world. Their safety and security will be at the top of Indonesia's priority.”

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17. “While we subscribe to that statement, we also emphasize that such accountability must be balanced. MONUSCO is first and foremost a peacekeeping mission that must adhere to a certain standard of professionalism. At the same time, it is important to recognize that performance standards must apply to all components ofthe Mission, uniformed and civilian. To attain that standard, peacekeeping mandates must also be matched with the necessary resources. Peacekeepers and the people they serve will always be at risk and in harm's way if peacekeepers have to do more with less. It is therefore vital to have meaningful and regular consultations with troop- and police-contributing countries throughout all mission stages. We welcome the improved balance in the section of the resolution on performance.”

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18. “Indonesia welcomes the unanimous adoption of resolution to 2502 (2019). We thank the penholder for its efforts in finding compromise among diverging positions. Indonesia voted in favour of the resolution for several reasons, one of which is a response to the call from the Democratic Republic of the Congo to strengthen the capacities of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) and extend its mandate. We also recognize MONUSCO's invaluable role in protecting civilians and maintaining peace and stability in the country. At the high-level event on improving peacekeeping performance earlier this month, Ambassador Kelly Craft stated that peacekeeping performance is about accountability.”

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19. “In conclusion, let me once again remind members of the international community that resolution 2334 (2016) is much more than a mere document produced by the Council. It is a beacon ofhope for the Palestinian people and a pillar that upholds international law against the fabricated reality being advanced by the occupying Power. Our action or inaction against that false reality will determine not only the credibility of the United Nations but also the fate of the Palestinian people and of the Middle East.”

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20. “In that connection, we reiterate our call to the international community to extend its utmost support for the work of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East with urgency and by whatever means possible. We need to remain steadfast in our efforts to assist the Palestinian people not only in humanitarian terms but also in enhancing the capacity of the Palestinians to fully govern themselves. As for Indonesia, the Government and its people have stood and will always stand by our Palestinian brothers and sisters. We support the plan to hold a Palestinian general election and fervently hope that it will unify all Palestinians towards their dream State of Palestine.”

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21. “To reverse those trends, members of the international community have the obligation to undertake necessary actions against Israel and its settlement policy, including by distinguishing between Israel and the territories occupied since 1967 in their relevant dealings with that country. The recent ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union - that foods from Israeli settlements should be specially labelled, encouraging consumers to mull over ethical considerations while shopping - is a commendable example. Lastly, on the need to sustain humanitarian assistance for the Palestinian people, while we defend the fate of the two-State solution, let us not forget the humanitarian crisis facing the Palestinian people in Gaza, the West Bank and in various refugee locations.”

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22. “Failure to devise such measures would be a case of the Council undermining its own authority and decisions, which would further destabilize the situation in the occupied territory and the wider region. Secondly, with regard to the need for more concerted action to support the Palestinian cause, if we are truly serious about our support for the Palestinian cause, surely it is time for more concerted action. We need to reinvigorate our commitment to the peace process in order to achieve the two-State solution, on the basis of the relevant United Nations resolutions and the internationally agreed parameters. Given the current negative trends, we are doubtful that a credible process will ever materialize.”

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23. “The resolution rejected any efforts that undermined international consensus on the Israeli- Palestinian conflict, including the settlement issue. It also entailed preserving and protecting the status quo at the holy sites in Jerusalem, in line with the special and historical role of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan as custodian of the Muslim and Christian holy sites. It is clear that the occupying Power has much to do to ensure the full implementation of the provisions of resolution 2334 (2016). The deteriorating situation on the ground compels the Council to urgently devise practical and effective ways and means to end the illegal settlements. We cannot continue with business as usual.”

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24. “Indonesia fully concurs with the Secretary-General that illegal settlement activities continue to undermine the prospects of ending occupation and achieving the two-State solution. We heard from Mr. Nickolay Mladenov that the situation has deteriorated and that much still needs to be done. We therefore join other Council members in again urging Israel to immediately and completely cease all settlement activities in the occupied Palestinian territory, including East Jerusalem. Against this backdrop, I would like to stress the following points. First, the Council must devise the necessary means to ensure the full implementation of resolution 2334 (2016). When the Council adopted the resolution three years ago, it set the right course for reviving the peace process based on international law and agreed parameters.”

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25. “Let me begin by thanking Mr. Nickolay Mladenov, the United Nations Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, for his briefing. Council members may rest assured that we will continue to support his work. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General for his report on the implementation of resolution 2334 (2016) (S/2019/938). We also heard Ms. Adele Raemer's story, from which it is quite clear that we need to faithfully implement resolution 2334 (2016). The Security Council must also conduct a field visit to Gaza and the West Bank of the occupied Palestinian territory. I have been wondering - and still fail to understand - why the Security Council is not able to effectuate an official visit there, but it does show that clearly much still needs to be done.”

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26. “Humanitarian actors must be provided with the space necessary to deliver humanitarian assistance. I conclude by reaffirming Indonesia's support for peace and stability in South Sudan, including through its contribution to UNMISS.”

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27. “We regret that UNMISS remains subjected to access restrictions and other impediments, in violation of the status- of-forces agreement, which potentially impedes the Mission's ability to implement its mandates, including to protect civilians. Thirdly, on the humanitarian situation, we must not forget that efforts to bring about peace and stability in South Sudan are taking place against the backdrop of a troubling humanitarian situation. There are 7.5 million people in need of humanitarian assistance, among whom are those impacted by recent flooding. It is expected that 4.54 million people are severely food insecure. A durable solution is desperately needed for the 1.5 million internally displaced persons and 2.2 million refugees. The operational environment for humanitarian actors in South Sudan continues to be challenging and dangerous.”

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28. “Nevertheless, recent tribal clashes and other internal fighting in areas that have been relatively calm over the past few months demonstrate that the security situation remains fragile, and of course the Council must continue to monitor that. Indonesia stresses the need for full protection of civilians and observance of international humanitarian law. We are concerned by multiple incidents that have affected human rights and protection situations, especially those directed at civilians. Impunity will prolong the conflict cycle and jeopardize the credibility of the peace process. That is not what we want at this crucial stage. In that regard, UNMISS plays an important role in strengthening the judicial presence in the country, including by coordinating support for mobile courts.”

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29. “We support the role of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) in providing advice and technical assistance to support the implementation of the agreement. Secondly, on the security situation, the ceasefire across the country mustbe preserved. We concur with the Secretary- General that it is "a fundamental achievement of the peace process" (S/2019/936, para. 102). We have already witnessed an overall reduction in political violence, except in the greater Equatoria region. My delegation also draws encouragement from - to borrow the Special Representative's language from his address to the AU Peace and Security Council - "a real and palpable desire for peace, particularly at the grassroots level", manifested in confidence and trust- building activities. Ensuring peace at the grassroots level is very important.”

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30. “We welcome the joint statement made a few hours ago in Juba by President Salva Kiir Mayardit and Mr. Rick Machar on the formation of a Government. Face-to-face meetings will certainly provide greater results and we welcome such efforts. My delegation also echoes the call for the expeditious and transparent disbursement of funds for the agreement, noting that it could contribute to enhancing international confidence and support. The proactive and continued engagement of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, the African Union (AU) and guarantors of the agreement is crucial, including efforts to facilitate dialogue between senior leaders and supervise progress on critical tasks.”

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31. “I think that is an important message and I hope that the transitional Government can be established as soon as possible. In that regard, my statement will focus on three key issues. First, on the political situation, Indonesia maintains its conviction that the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan provides an unparalleled opportunity for peace and stability in South Sudan. We take note of the extension of the pretransitional period by 100 days. The clock is ticking fast, and some people have already noted that we have fewer than 65 days to go. Parties to the agreement must utilize that extension to make substantive progress in resolving the outstanding issues. Like others have done, we urge all parties to embrace goodwill and compromise, prioritizing the interests of the South Sudanese people.”

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32. “1 thank you, Madam President, for convening this important meeting. I too join my fellow speakers in expressing our appreciation to Special Representative David Shearer for his briefing and tireless efforts to ensure the effective contribution of the United Nations to peace and stability in South Sudan. Like other speakers, we also thank our sister, Ambassador Joanna Wronecka, for her briefing on the activities of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 2206 (2015). Indonesia has always been grateful for her excellent work and leadership of that Committee. Under United States and South African leadership of the Council we have discussed developments in Juba, and we have continuously sent a message for peace and reconciliation.”

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33. “Khurram has challenged us and clearly articulated the hope of Afghan youth, so it is up to all of us here to fulfil her dream and her destiny.”

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34. “She has also joined the Group of Friends of Women in Afghanistan, recently launched by my colleagues the Permanent Representatives of Afghan and the United Kingdom, whom we thank for that. I can assure them that Indonesia will continue to contribute positively to that effort. We believe in that cause, and we believe in helping Afghanistan. In conclusion, as we are almost at the end of 2019, we pray that the new year will bring the normalcy and peace that the people of Afghanistan have waited for so long. While all Afghan stakeholders should resume an intra-Afghan dialogue accompanied by an immediate nationwide ceasefire, we should also work to contribute effectively to helping Afghanistan emerge from its challenges. Ms.”

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35. “With regard to the role of women, Indonesia is actively supporting activities that include capacity- building for Afghan women and their active participation in the peace process. In Jakarta we recently hosted a dialogue for Afghan women and women from every party in Indonesia on the role of women in building and sustaining peace. Afghan women from both rural and urban regions discussed experiences and lessons learned with their Indonesian counterparts, and hopefully, as my colleague the Ambassador of Germany mentioned, that can also lead to greater participation by women in Afghanistan's active political life. Mrs. Marsudi, our Foreign Minister, is keen to remain personally engaged in helping to facilitate Afghan women's robust participation in peacebuilding.”

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36. “Underscoring the importance of an intra-Afghan peace process that is led and owned by the Afghans themselves, we emphasize the need for the continued support of all the countries of the region to the promotion of peace in Afghanistan. Enduring peace and nation-building will also be elusive if the role of Afghan women and young people does not increase. We are glad that today we have Ms. Aisha Khurram representing youth here and giving a clear voice to the call for reconciliation and to us all. I hope that all of us, not only here in the Chamber but outside as well, will hear her appeal to us on behalf of the young people of Afghanistan to continue helping in the peace process. We salute her for the work she has done.”

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37. “The Secretary-General's report (S/2019/935) states that the conflict in Afghanistan remains the world's deadliest for children. The numbers are heartbreaking and include attacks on United Nations personnel and innocent workers from humanitarian and international organizations, which we condemn. In that regard, I would like to express our condolences to the families of Mr. Anil Raj and Dr. Tetsu Nakamura. That must all end. Indonesia appeals urgently to all the parties to stop the violence and to abide by international humanitarian law and human rights law. My third point is about the peace process and the role of women and young people. We concur with the Secretary-General's observation that the current moment represents perhaps the most significant chance to date for a negotiated settlement.”

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38. “As the country moves towards stability, UNAMA's work will continue to be indispensable, and in that regard I join others in thanking Mr. Yamamoto and his team for their excellent work so far. We of course hope that after the election is finalized the future leaders of Afghanistan will continue with national reconciliation efforts, good governance and development as a priority, without which it will be hard to achieve stability. My secondpoint concernsthe security andprotection of civilians. Indonesia is deeply concerned about the continued high numbers of casualties, particularly among civilians. According to UNAMA, 41 per cent of all the country's recorded civilian casualties in the third quarter were women and children. That is unacceptable.”

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39. “We welcome the presidential election that took place on 20 September at 4,678 polling centres across 34 provinces. A total of 2.69 million Afghans voted amid grave security challenges. Indeed, many more would have voted if there had been better security. The election once again demonstrates Afghans' clear commitment to a democratic system. We hope that the results will not be delayed further and that once they are announced, all parties will address any complaints they have through the appropriate channels and processes, in line with Afghanistan's legal framework. We also thank the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) for its support to both the Independent Election Commission and the Electoral Complaints Commission.”

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40. “As crucial as intra-Afghan reconciliation and a collective Afghan effort are to achieving durable peace and development, we in the Council must also be united and unremitting in supporting Afghanistan. As I just mentioned, the adoption of resolution 2501 (2019) is clearly a show of our unity. Indonesia remains fully committed to assisting Afghanistan in restoring peace and normalcy. As Special Representative of the Secretary-General Yamamoto also said, which I heard clearly, there are numerous positive developments. We concur with those assessments, but the most important part is to build on those gains. That is a significant point. We should continue to build with care in the areas of human rights, justice, good governance and, of course, inclusiveness. We would like to highlight three additional points, the first being the election.”

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41. “I would like to start by saying that, as Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1988 (2011), we welcome the unanimous adoption of resolution 2501 (2019), on the renewal of the mandate of the 1267/1988 Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team, which will contribute positively towards efforts to bring about peace and stability. That is a good start and shows that the Security Council is united in helping Afghanistan. We would also like to thank Special Representative ofthe Secretary-General Yamamoto as well as Ms. Khurram for their briefings. I also listened attentively to Ambassador Adela Raz, the Permanent Representative of Afghanistan, and thank her for her statement. Afghanistan's resilience in the face of the issues described by the briefer is admirable.”

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42. “What is now needed is action in support of the countries of the region, the various United Nations missions on the ground and, of course, regional organizations. I shall never forget when, during our visit to Mali, we heard the plea from a women's non-governmental organization that we translate all the statements we make in this Chamber into concrete actions. Now is the time, and we should make it clear, as many before us have, that we must take decisive action in order to address the situation in a concrete manner. Let us not forget the plea of the people on the ground.”

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43. “Poverty eradication should also be represented within the greater strategy, which should also encompass the enhancement of State presence and capacity, the alleviation of the humanitarian situation, reconstruction, and economic and social development. In addition, the proximity of countries, the cross-border activity of violent extremist groups and other factors increase the possibility of a spillover of insecurity in the region. When we visited the region, we were briefed on the matter of porous borders and the need for international collaboration and assistance for regional organizations. To conclude, I wish to recall that Council members visited the region earlier this year. We were in various countries in the region and met with local leaders, stakeholders and officials and heard their problems.”

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44. “Issues such as land tenure, economic inequality and livelihood must be addressed and discussed, including through the empowerment and reinforcement of cultural and traditional mechanisms of conflict resolution. My third point concerns the need for sector- and region-wide strategies coupled with international collaboration. Commissioner Chergui alluded to a holistic approach, which I think is an important point. The security response must be part ofa greater strategy to counter violent extremism, and I am in favour of the soft approach we have been carrying out in many other parts of the world.”

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45. “National Governments should also be supported through capacity-building in the provision of security and protection for their citizens, including through early-warning and early-response mechanisms. Secondly, we must invest in community engagement and reconciliation. Indonesia considers it the most necessary course of action to reconcile communities and divided groups in order to prevent further violence. National, regional and international actors must invest in community engagement and reconciliation efforts, thereby bringing together all affected communities. This can be achieved, inter alia, through mediation and dialogue across communal lines to ensure that social and economic grievances are heard.”

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46. “First, with regard to support for national and regional efforts, Indonesia welcomes the initiatives undertaken by countries in West Africa and the Sahel to combat terrorism through collective security efforts, such as the Multinational Joint Task Force and the Group of Five for the Sahel Joint Force. Such initiatives should continue to be supported. However, in addition to international support, it is important to ensure that such initiatives also enjoy the greater support of the population. One important aspect ofwhat we used to refer to as "winning the hearts and minds of the population" is, of course, ensuring due judicial process in bringing perpetrators to justice. Security forces must also be held accountable for their actions.”

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47. “Despite the efforts of national Governments and regional organizations, the security situation continues to deteriorate, resulting in dire humanitarian conditions, including displacement. In addition, climate change and environmental pressures in the region further exacerbate the situation, which increases the pressure on Governments and perpetuates the cycle of insecurity in the region. Both briefers and Council members have reiterated today that it is imperative to address the root causes of instability. In this regard, I should like to highlight three points.”

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48. “First of all, I would like to thank the United States and Cote d'Ivoire for calling this meeting, as well as Special Representative Chambas and African Union Commissioner Chergui for their briefings. We would also like to extend our condolences and prayers to the families of the fallen soldiers of the Niger. We have heard the briefers and read the report of the Secretary-General earlier this year (S/2019/549), which highlighted, inter alia, the volatile security situation in West Africa, which is characterized by intercommunal violence and fuelled by the activities of violent extremist groups. Terrorist and violent extremist groups have also expanded their areas of influence, taking advantage of local grievances and the lack of effective State presence, which has already been mentioned by a number of speakers today.”

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49. “We look forward to the roles of the International Atomic Energy Agency and the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization in the denuclearization verification process and in advancing the possibility of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea returning to the fold of the NPT as a non-nuclear-weapon State. As a voice from the Asia-Pacific region, let me conclude by reiterating that our common goal should be to achieve lasting peace, stability and prosperity in the region and beyond. Let us work together to achieve those goals. We owe that to the people of the Korean peninsula, of Asia and of the entire world. Let us build trust, confidence and an environment conducive to generating political solutions and dialogue. The Council should be united in sending the message to all parties to continue dialogue.”

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50. “Indonesia underscores the need to take concrete measures to reduce and eliminate nuclear weapons and their means of delivery without further delay. As a party to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty and the South-East Asia Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone, as an ardent supporter of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and as the coordinator of the working group on disarmament of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries, Indonesia continues to stand determinedly for a world without any nuclear weapons.”

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