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Djani

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first: 2016-04-14
most recent: 2020-11-12
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“We are following the developments closely and urge the two parties to resume their next round of negotiations. Secondly, we reiterate our call on all parties to exercise the utmost restraint. This is not a time to point fingers. Everyone has the same responsibility to exercise self-restraint and persevere to build mutual confidence. We commend the relevant parties that have demonstrated efforts to exercise restraint. We urge for that to continue in order to create stability and an atmosphere conducive to dialogue. We must not forget that self-restraint will contribute positively to the stability of the region, which is also important to trade and other economic activities. Thirdly, as responsible members of the international community, we must also not forget our overarching obligations on nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation.”
2019-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8682 (2019) · source
“That includes the full and expeditious implementation of the Panmunjom Declaration on Peace, Prosperity and Reunification of the Korean Peninsula, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea-United States Joint Statement, and the Pyongyang Joint Declaration. We also urge the two parties to fulfil their stated commitments, including those on complete denuclearization. We support the recent rounds of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea-United States dialogue and View the technical-level dialogue that took place between them last October as an important milestone. Continued dialogue will bring the parties closer to resolving the issues. It is not an instant process, and we should not be discouraged if the first round of negotiations did not yield a concrete result. Persistence and patience are required.”
2019-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8682 (2019) · source
“Allow me to thank you, Madam President, for convening this meeting. I would also like to thank our colleague, Assistant Secretary- General Khiari, for his briefing. We believe that our objective remains the same. We seek the complete, verifiable and irreversible denuclearization of the Korean peninsula, as well as lasting peace, stability and prosperity. If we are to obtain those objectives, we cannot backtrack on what we have achieved so far. We should avoid all matters that would hinder progress. In that regard, allow me to make three points. First, while we express our concern about the recurrence of missile testing, Indonesia continues to support the resolution of issues through dialogue and negotiations as the only way forward.”
2019-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8682 (2019) · source
“But that dream seems hard to achieve, simply because we are still letting the vicious circle of retaliation continue, because settlers continue to colonize and because countries make statements and take actions that are contrary to international law and Security Council resolutions. I have a dream that one day we will reach a two-State solution.”
2019-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8669 (2019) · source
“In the West Bank, the coercive environment intensified by Israel's demolitions, forced evictions, discriminatory planning, access restrictions, settlement expansion and settler violence are also leaving Palestinians increasingly vulnerable. In addition, there is growing suffering among Palestinian refugees as the funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) suffers. As we welcome the renewal of the Agency's mandate, Indonesia once again appeals to the international community to extend its full support to UNRWA's vital work. In conclusion, I was told this morning to close my eyes and try to imagine peace in Gaza. Like Martin Luther King, I too have a dream. I dream that one day the children of Palestine and the children of Israel can play together on a playground.”
2019-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8669 (2019) · source
“We sincerely hope that this was not the intention of the statement in the first place, which we should also note was made by a member of the Quartet. We urge the international community to reaffirm the illegality of the settlements and its continued support for the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people to self-determination, statehood and independence, within the pre-1967 borders, and with East Jerusalem as the capital ofa State of Palestine. My third point is the need to address the deteriorating humanitarian situation. There has been a sharp deterioration in the humanitarian situation in Gaza. The ensuing despair and frustration among Palestinians are capable of provoking anger and worse violations. The unjustifiable blockade of Gaza must therefore be lifted now and not later.”
2019-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8669 (2019) · source
“It is compounded by Israel's illegal settlement policy in the occupied territories, which blatantly disregards international law and opinion. I also want to mention the new statement made this week by the United States. It does not help and could lead to further deterioration of an already fragile situation. The settlements are illegal and in flagrant violation of international law and relevant Security Council resolutions, including resolution 2334 (2016). Indonesia strongly rejects any attempt to cast doubt on a policy that incontrovertibly constitutes a de facto annexation and is a barrier to peace efforts based on a two-State solution. The United States' irresponsible and provocative statement can only have the effect of making a resolution of the conflict more difficult and a two-State Vision unattainable.”
2019-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8669 (2019) · source
“The sequence and gravity of violations of international humanitarian and international human rights law perpetrated by the occupying Power are not comparable to the actions of Palestinians, which often come in response to insurmountable frustration. One does not have to be a genius to comprehend the situation. We need only honesty. The cycles of violence and provocation must stop. We urge Israel to adhere to international law, particularly international humanitarian law, and related Security Council resolutions. Secondly, the root cause of the conflict must therefore be comprehensively addressed. We must never forget that Israel's illegal occupation of Palestinian land is at the root of this protracted problem.”
2019-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8669 (2019) · source
“The bombing of eight civilians in Gaza by Israel, as Special Coordinator Mladenov mentioned, should be taken seriously and impartially investigated. My delegation is also appalled at the continuing provocative actions and violence by the occupying Power towards Palestinian civilians. That vicious circle of retaliation must stop. In the Gaza Strip, more than 30 people, including eight members of one family, were killed last week alone. We managed to avoid another catastrophe; but how long can we count on such luck? Indonesia recognizes that some within the international community may have concerns about some similar Palestinian actions towards Israel. But to do justice, we must put the issue in the proper context.”
2019-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8669 (2019) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank Special Coordinator Mladenov for his important updates on what is happening on the ground, as well as Ms. Tania Hary for providing a different perspective. Like others who have come to the Chamber, she has brought us sad and real stories of suffering that pose the question of how much more we in this Chamber can tolerate, and how much more can the people of Palestine and Israel tolerate on this issue. We welcome the ceasefire that has been in place since last Thursday and urge all parties to exercise maximum restraint. With that in mind, I want to highlight some pertinent points. First, the violence and provocations must stop. We condemn violence of every kind, particularly when it targets innocent civilians, including women and children.”
2019-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8669 (2019) · source
“Indonesia has always highlighted the importance of the professionalism of our peacekeepers in implementing their mandates on the ground. Nevertheless, for a peacekeeping mission to succeed, professionalism should not be limited only to contingent or uniformed personnel. Professionalism applies to everyone, including non-uniformed elements. At the same time, we also believe that outstanding performance should also be recognized and incentivized. We will continue to seek such balance in future peacekeeping resolutions. Thirdly, the United Nations peacekeeping operation must be fully prepared, especially in the face of the changing and complex situation, as well as the increasingly dangerous security environment. That is why it is critical to ensure that the Mission is given clear mandates, as well as the necessary equipment and resources.”
2019-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8666 (2019) · source
“We salute our peacekeepers for risking their lives and leaving their families behind to pursue peace in the Central African Republic. Their safety and security will always be a top priority for Indonesia; I would like to make that crystal-clear. Secondly, it is important to ensure that United Nations peacekeeping operations will always be a collective effort in which all stakeholders play an important role. We therefore emphasize the need for regular, close consultations between the United Nations and troop- and police-contributing countries to enhance mandate awareness, as well as form better-performing peacekeepers. It is only logical that countries providing people for peacekeeping missions should be properly engaged. At present, we are the largest contributor of personnel to MINUSCA on the Council.”
2019-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8666 (2019) · source
“At the outset, Indonesia also welcomes the unanimous adoption of resolution 2499 (2019). We thank the penholder for their efforts in finding a compromise among the divergent positions. We heard the call from the Central African Republic for the extension of the mandate of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) and maintaining its troop ceiling. The role of MINUSCA is indeed crucial in maintaining peace and stability in the country as well as protecting its civilians. That is why Indonesia voted in favour of resolution 2499 (2019). I have taken the floor to highlight the following points. First, MINUSCA is, first and foremost, a peacekeeping mission.”
2019-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8666 (2019) · source
“Indonesia therefore commends the hard work of Special Envoy Pedersen in facilitating dialogue and building trust and confidence among all parties, along with the valuable support of the international community. We are following very closely the progress being made regarding the intensive discussions in Geneva on the Constitutional Committee, and we are looking forward to the next round of discussions at the end of this month.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8664 (2019) · source
“We are ready to engage in the various activities of the Security Council, including during the discussions on the draft resolution on cross-border assistance. That brings me to my third point, which is on the critical importance of a common Council response in addressing the humanitarian situation in Syria. We might hold positions that sometimes oppose and contradict one another, but that should not prevent us from saving people's lives. Dialogue and consensus in the Council are critical to ensure a well-targeted humanitarian operation in Syria and to further assist the Syrian people in rebuilding their lives. The conflict in Syria will never come to an end if dialogue does not take the place of violence. We know that dialogue is indeed challenging without trust among all relevant parties.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8664 (2019) · source
“Secondly, my delegation commends the efforts made by the United Nations humanitarian team - despite the challenges they face - in continuing to deliver humanitarian assistance to people in need. With regard to the renewal of the cross-border humanitarian response, we noted in Under-Secretary- General Lowcock's statement that there can be no alternative to that if the United Nations is to reach the millions of people in need. Indonesia strongly believes that we should support the 4 million people in need of humanitarian assistance who are currently living in areas supported by cross-border operations. In addition, my delegation would like to emphasize the importance of effective and efficient cross-border assistance with a strong monitoring mechanism.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8664 (2019) · source
“They are not merely statistics to be put in regular reports - we are talking about people's lives, and it is important to ensure that those numbers do not increase. It is also important that we improve the situation through aid efforts to the greatest possible extent. Indonesia wishes to highlight three points in that regard. First, Indonesia welcomes the decreased hostilities. However, various incidents continue to be reported. We therefore appeal to all those with guns to permanently cease hostilities and attacks affecting civilians. We need a sustainable solution to the fragile conditions on the ground. At this stage, we have to appreciate positive developments of any scale that aim to lessen the suffering ofthe Syrian people. It is our hope that the relevant agreements will be continuously maintained and implemented.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8664 (2019) · source
“We also would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Mark Lowcock for his comprehensive update. My delegation also believes that addressing the humanitarian challenges in Syria is a matter of urgency. The humanitarian situation in Syria requires our utmost attention and priority. In the north-east and north-west Syria, we remain concerned about the clashes and displacement, which continue unabated. It is also extremely troubling to learn that the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights has confirmed 31 civilian casualties in the north-east due to hostilities since early October, as well as over 1,000 casualties in the north-west. Millions of people are in need of humanitarian assistance. Under-Secretary-General Lowcock provided us with the numbers, which are quite staggering.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8664 (2019) · source
“As the largest TCC and PCC represented in the Council, we are fully determined and ready to do our part to contribute to the strengthening of United Nations peacekeeping, including by sharing our experience and expertise.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8663 (2019) · source
“Indeed, TCCs and PCCs must always be involved not only in the discussion of mission mandates, but also in the development of standards of performance and the maintenance of the highest standards of conduct and discipline. It is only logical that countries whose people risk their lives for the cause of peace should always be properly consulted. We regret that all the important points that I have raised are not reflected in the resolution. It is our conviction that the resolution could have been stronger had it contained proper reference to a number of the issues Ijust highlighted. We expect that, in future, there will be ample opportunity to discuss them further with respect to all other United Nations missions.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8663 (2019) · source
“Resolution 2436 (2018) aptly identified several critical factors that have a direct bearing on the effective implementation of peacekeeping mandates, ranging from well-defined, realistic and achievable mandates to adequate resources, training and equipment. Secondly, United Nations peacekeeping will always be a collective responsibility in which all stakeholders have a role to play. Third - and this is a point that my delegation cannot stress enough - is the importance of regular, timely and meaningful consultations between the United Nations and the troop-contributing countries (TCCs) and police-contributing countries (PCCs).”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8663 (2019) · source
“The Secretary-General's latest report on the situation in Abyei (S/20l9/817) attests to the fact that UNISFA is facing serious support challenges. Goods, basic services and other capabilities required by the mission are not available in the proximity, due to UNISFA's status as one of the most remote mission headquarters in peacekeeping. This is not to mention the difficult terrain and weather conditions that hinder the mobility of its personnel in carrying out its mandate today. Today, my delegation would like to put the following points on record. First, United Nations peacekeeping works best when it is fully supported politically, financially and materially.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8663 (2019) · source
“We welcome the adoption of resolution 2497 (2019) by consensus, extending the mandate of the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) and its support to the Joint Border Verification and Monitoring Mechanism by six months. Indonesia recognizes the stabilizing role of UNISFA in Abyei and along the border region between the Sudan and South Sudan. We support the decision of the Council to maintain UNISFA's authorized troop ceiling and urge the Sudan and South Sudan to provide full support to UNISFA in the deployment ofpersonnel. United Nations peacekeeping is increasingly tasked to operate in incredibly challenging and non-permissive environments, and UNISFA is no exception to that.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8663 (2019) · source
“I do not really know, but I wonder whether including regional organizations, for example the European Union or other regional organizations in Europe, could improve stability and peace. That is perhaps another option that could save more lives. I would like to conclude by expressing Indonesia's long-standing support for the authorities of Bosnia and Herzegovina in their quest to find a lasting solution that can accommodate the needs of all stakeholders as peacefully as possible. There is talk of reconciliation. Reconciliation is not a choice, but the only option for achieving peace for the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Let us not forget that what our discussion in this Chamber today is all about is the people.”
2019-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8658 (2019) · source
“Progress will be a distant prospect until there is unity in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Indonesia calls on all the parties to respect the Constitution of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the existing legislation and the integrity of State-level institutions. And of course we call on the international community to continue to help Bosnia and Herzegovina to achieve peace and stability. In that regard we also believe that regional organizations and neighbours know best what to do. I have one question for the High Representative regarding the concern he expressed about the possibility of backsliding. The question is what can we, the Council, do? Does he have a concrete suggestion for what can be done to avoid further backsliding?”
2019-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8658 (2019) · source
“We support the High Representative's view on the necessity of maintaining the rule of law, particularly with regard to the status of the many unimplemented court decisions. The rule of law should be respected in order to maintain and further strengthen the basic structure of democracy. The lack of commitment to the rule of law throughout Bosnia and Herzegovina is a fundamental problem that must be addressed immediately. My third and last point is unity. Differences in political views and interests should not cause people to suffer. We must not forget that our main purpose is to build a stable and prosperous community, not the opposite. We have to find strength, stability, and prosperity in being together. Unity is important, and although the differences are real, we must act for a better future.”
2019-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8658 (2019) · source
“Such allegations and rhetoric will only make the tensions even more critical, and it is the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina who will pay the price. It is the people whom we are struggling and fighting for in the first place, with a view to making their lives as peaceful and prosperous as they can be in the world. Indonesia strongly believes that if the issue is to be resolved, all parties must use peaceful means and dialogue. But we need more than goodwill to start a dialogue. We need sincerity to build trust, not inflammatory accusations that disrespect previously agreed policies and agreements. Trust and confidence can be built only if past agreements and commitments are faithfully implemented. My second point is on the implementation of the rule of law.”
2019-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8658 (2019) · source
“After hearing High Representative Inzko's statement, we are now quite concerned about the issues of genocide denial, ethnicity rules for representatives elected to the Presidency, the lack of commitment to the rule of law and the ongoing absence of municipal elections. I think these are very bad indicators for progress. I would like to focus on several points. The first is the need to put an end to the destabilizing rhetoric. All parties should refrain from such rhetoric and statements, which can lead to nothing but destruction and instability. We are quite alarmed by the High Representative's mention of separatist statements, expressions of separatist tendencies and of course support for the dissolution of Bosnia and Herzegovina. As a country that highly values sovereignty and territorial integrity, we find that very alarming.”
2019-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8658 (2019) · source
“Let me begin by thanking High Representative Valentin Inzko for his important briefing. I would also like to thank Ms. Selma Korjenie for the information that she has given us today. Indonesia would like to assure the Office of the High Representative in Bosnia and Herzegovina of its support in fulfilling its mandate. We also welcome the extension of the Office's mandate as provided for in resolution 2496 (2019), which we just adopted. Though there has been no significant progress towards achievement of the five objectives and two conditions necessary for the closure of the Office of the High Representative, we hope that it can find a creative solution that can assist Bosnia and Herzegovina in addressing the current stagnation on the ground.”
2019-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8658 (2019) · source
“During my visit in Dubai, I made contact with our Indonesian women peacekeepers and other women peacekeepers in other missions and the message I received was that we need to do more on the issues of deployment kits, living quarters and home leave because women also have obligations to their families back at home. That is an issue that I have been discussing over the last three years. In that regard, I would like to ask a simple question to the Deputy Secretary-General. What can we in the Council do and what particular, concrete incentives could we offer to enhance the number of women peacekeepers in missions? We cannot continue making statements without anything concrete to offer. The United Nations system offers, for instance, the simple case of those issues previously mentioned.”
2019-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8657 (2019) · source
“I think we have heard quite a lot this morning and I am pleased that the United Nations and African Union solidarity mission to the Horn of Africa sent a clear message on that particular issue. Women are powerful agents of peace. Their participation in peace processes is an important factor in its success. My delegation is encouraged to hear of the commitment of the region's leaders to reinforce women's contribution to politics and peacebuilding. We acknowledge a record of 50 per cent female membership in the Ethiopian Cabinet. I would like to echo what the Deputy Secretary- General Amina Mohammed said about paying tribute to women peacekeepers.”
2019-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8657 (2019) · source
“The Horn of Africa is strategically located on one of the world's major shipping routes and is blessed with vast natural resources. Countries of the region are among Africa's fastest growing economies. Rapprochement should be used to further economic cooperation and intraregional trade, capitalizing on the launch of the African Continental Free Trade Area. Furthermore, it could underpin the attainment of both the African Union Agenda 2063 and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. To this end, Indonesia is committed to enhancing economic and development cooperation with Africa, including through capacity-building and the convening of the Indonesia-Africa Forum and the Indonesia-Africa Infrastructure Dialogue. My fourth point relates to the imperative for women's inclusive and meaningful participation.”
2019-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8657 (2019) · source
“Dialogue is key to building confidence and to narrowing the differences in ways to resolve outstanding issues. My second point concerns the need for a united front against common security challenges. Countries of the region are still facing many conflict-drivers, including socioeconomic difficulties, marginalization and weak governance. Terrorism remains one of the largest security threats to the region. Caution is needed to minimize the impact of conflicts in its proximity and to protect safe passage across the Red Sea. The United Nations has developed a comprehensive regional prevention strategy for the Horn of Africa. We look forward to seeing it support national efforts and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development prevention mandates. Thirdly, economic cooperation holds the key to a lasting peace.”
2019-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8657 (2019) · source
“I recall that the Secretary-General has aptly said that "there is a wind of hope blowing in the Horn of Africa" and I am glad to hear that from the statement of my sister Amina Mohammed. She left those five countries with a sense of hope and optimism, and that is where we should start our discussion today. I would like to underline several points. The first concerns the primacy of peaceful solutions to settle differences. We are fully aware of unresolved bilateral issues and unhealed wounds, with the potential to reignite tensions in the region. The international community must continue to encourage countries of the region to peacefully settle their outstanding disputes, while also providing space for them to further reconnect. Rapprochement in the Horn of Africa has demonstrated the virtue of African solutions to African problems.”
2019-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8657 (2019) · source
“I hope to pay tribute to Ambassador Cohen at a later date. At the outset, I would like to congratulate you, Madam President, as well as my brother Ambassador Jerry Matjila for the excellent South African presidency. I would also like to thank our sister Deputy Secretary- General Amina Mohammed and Ambassador Fatima Mohammed for their briefings. We have witnessed historic changes to the peace in the Horn of Africa, which has long been ridden with complex internal strife and conflicts. Rapprochement between Ethiopia and Eritrea last year triggered subsequent engagement between Eritrea, Djibouti and Somalia, better positioning the region to embrace friendship and cooperation.”
2019-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8657 (2019) · source
“We also commend the constructive engagement all the parties with the political process. We call on them to remain committed to it and to extend their full support and cooperation to the future Personal Envoy in working for a mutually acceptable political solution.”
2019-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8651 (2019) · source
“Indonesia would also like to express its appreciation for the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO) and underscore the pivotal role it plays. The Mission's mandate is crucial to maintaining peace and stability in the region, which is a necessary condition for the peace talks involving all parties. Indonesia, as a troop-contributing country, including to MINURSO, supports the l2-month mandate renewal for the Mission. It will create a better sense of certainty and predictability and improve the Mission's ability to manage its planning and operations. At the same time, it will also provide the Secretary- General and his incoming Envoy with sufficient room to prepare for the forthcoming political process. We want to thank the United States, as the penholder, for preparing the text of resolution 2494 (2019).”
2019-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8651 (2019) · source
“I would like to begin by reiterating my delegation's full support for the political process led by the good offices of the Secretary- General. Indonesia commends President Horst Kohler, the former Personal Envoy of the Secretary-General, for his tireless efforts to revive the political process, which injected new and positive momentum in encouraging the parties to resume direct talks and find a durable solution to their dispute. It is important to ensure that the Council, together with all the relevant stakeholders, maintains that new momentum and builds on the accomplishments made so far. My delegation would therefore like to stress the need for the Secretary- General to appoint his next Personal Envoy without delay. And while that is a matter of urgency, it must be someone who is credible and acceptable to all the parties.”
2019-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8651 (2019) · source
“This is the spirit of togetherness that we need to replicate at the global level: a partnership that will not cause any harm to Africa; a partnership that will bring mutual benefits to Africa; and a partnership that will bring equality and common progress to Africa." (S/PV8627, p. 15) In conclusion, I would like to reiterate once again our conviction in the truth of the principle that neighbours know best. Just as in the case of Africa, this principle can offer solutions to the issues at hand. In our experience in the ASEAN region, being a neighbour is not only about geography; it is also about camaraderie and about caring and sharing, and it is always about humanity.”
2019-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8650 (2019) · source
“Just like the AU, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is also working closely with the United Nations through its partnership with the Organization. We are working together to strengthen the cooperation between ASEAN and the AU on issues of common interest. Indonesia will remain committed, as a true partner of Africa, to maintaining peace and security. Allow me to reiterate Foreign Minister Marsudi's words at the Security Council ministerial meeting on peace and security in Africa, under the Russian presidency this past month. Partnership with Africa should be "based on good faith, honesty and sincerity.”
2019-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8650 (2019) · source
“These events have resulted in concrete economic cooperation in various strategic sectors, including infrastructure, trade, connectivity and strategic industries. We believe that economic development will certainly address some of the major issues that Africa currently faces. We also maintain our commitment to maintaining peace in Africa through our participation in United Nations peacekeeping operations. Currently, Indonesia is the largest personnel-contributing country sitting on the Council, with around 3,000 personnel, including 128 female peacekeepers. We are preparing more female peacekeepers who are adept and able to contribute to capacity-building in their field. We are currently contributing to seven United Nations missions in Africa. Interregional support is equally important.”
2019-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8650 (2019) · source
“Indonesia also supports the work of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) and Peacebuilding Fund in addressing the root causes of conflict. We welcome the work of the country configuration of the PBC in preventing countries from relapsing into conflict through development. The clear majority of African issues in its agenda re-emphasizes the important role of the PBC in Africa. Thirdly, the existing partnership between United Nations and the AU should be complemented with additional international support. Indonesia and Africa have been close since the Bandung Conference of 1955, and we will continue to support Africa through technical cooperation and capacity-building programmes. In April 2018, we held the Indonesia-Africa Forum and subsequently the Indonesia-Africa Infrastructure Dialogue in August 2019.”
2019-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8650 (2019) · source
“Secondly, development and capacity-building are prerequisites for sustainable peace in Africa. We recognize the African Union-United Nations Framework for the Implementation of Agenda 2063 and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development last year and look forward to hearing updates on its progress. More possible collaboration and synergy should be explored through better coordination between the United Nations, the African Union and international financial institutions. We recall the collaboration undertaken by the Organization and the World Bank through the 2017 joint report Pathways for Peace: Inclusive Approaches to Preventing Violent Conflict. It provides the key message that economic policies, including economic incentives, can be tools for prevention.”
2019-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8650 (2019) · source
“We welcome the joint meeting of the AU Peace and Security Council and the United Nations Security Council last week and urge more strategic discussion between them to find the most suitable solutions and concrete actions, and ensuring full implementation of the various agreements related to many conflict cases. Closer collaboration would entail finding ways and means for both organizations to complement each other's roles and mandates, and provide impact on the ground on preventive diplomacy, peacekeeping and peacebuilding activities. We should be innovative in our approach to enhancing our partnership, with focus on outcome-oriented solutions, hybrid peacekeeping and pursuing projects on socioeconomic objectives. This would of course include focusing on both organizations' comparative advantages to which many have alluded.”
2019-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8650 (2019) · source
“The Silencing the Guns by 2020 initiative and the Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in the Central African Republic are but two examples of such progress and achievement. I should like to underline that success in any initiative entails unity, solidarity, partnership and the involvement of all. In that regard, I would like to applaud the African Union for its commitment to finding solutions to African challenges. Now, please allow me to address some key points. The first concerns the importance of maintaining communication between the United Nations and the African Union. We join the Secretary-General in highlighting the fact that a strong partnership between the Organization and the AU is essential to effectively seeking solutions to Africa's increasingly complex peace and security challenges.”
2019-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8650 (2019) · source
“First ofall, like others before me I would like to thank South Africa, particularly my brother Jerry, for the Visit to the African Union (AU) last week, which not only provided us with insights on the issues in Africa, but closer engagement with our brothers and sisters of the African Union Peace and Security Council. I would also like to thank the briefer, my sisters Hanna and Fatima, for their presentation. We also met with them while Visiting Addis Ababa this past week, and this additional information is certainly a contribution to our understanding on the issue. Indonesia shares the View that partnership with all stakeholders is pertinent to addressing peace and security challenges in Africa, and we welcome the significant progress made between the United Nations and the African Union.”
2019-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8650 (2019) · source
“We should ensure that its provisions will be fully and faithfully implemented, particularly our joint commitment to promote the full, equal - I emphasize full and equal - and meaningful participation ofwomen in all stages of peace processes. In conclusion, I would like to echo what our Foreign Minister, Mrs. Retno Marsudi, has said on many occasions. She has always reminded me that "investing in women equals investing in peace". It is time for us all to invest substantially, seriously and generously.”
2019-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8649 (2019) · source
“I am proud to say that when we visited Juba, I met with several of our Indonesian women police peacekeepers who have been serving in South Sudan. We will continue to contribute more. We are currently training several hundred women peacekeepers at our training centre in Sentul, West Java. I would like to echo the President in paying tribute to all our women peacekeepers, including the peacekeeper from South African in this Chamber today. They have done all of us here at the United Nations an honour, and we will continue to support their work. I once again congratulate us all on our successful adoption today of resolution 2493 (2019), but what is more important is that it is timely as we work to implement our commitments with the support of the available resources, networks and personnel on the ground.”
2019-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8649 (2019) · source
“We will continue to support such initiatives. Indonesia also established the ASEAN Women for Peace Registry, which is a regional pool of experts to mainstream the role of women in our regional peace agenda. Thirdly, we should advance the role of women as agents of peace. When women participate in peace processes, the resulting agreement is 35 per cent more likely to last at least 15 years. It therefore makes sense that if we want to resolve conflicts, women must be involved. Indonesia is an enthusiastic supporter of women peacekeepers. They can win the hearts and minds of local communities. Civilians also find greater comfort in them when they seek protection against sexual violence. Indonesia has deployed 128 women peacekeepers among nearly 3,000 Indonesian troops.”
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“But commitments alone are not enough if they are not coupled with detailed implementation, a legal framework and on-the-ground action. In that regard, we support the need for national action plans. Secondly, we need to optimize available resources and networks towards a whole-of-United Nations approach, particularly in the current dynamic landscape. In that context, we fully support the initiative of the Global Alliance of Regional Women Mediator Networks, which was launched last month here at the United Nations. We believe that the Alliance can make a significant impact in enhancing women's participation at all levels of peace processes. Indonesia itself has taken the initiative to host in April the regional training on women and peace and security for ASEAN women mediators in order to strengthen their capacities in peace negotiations.”
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