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1. “Unfortunately, we cannot hear the stifled voices of women in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, a hidden war zone in the world. I recently met the co-author of a book about a North Korean female defector Jihyun Park, entitled The Hard Road Out, which was selected as one of the most noteworthy books by The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post. The defector describes her life before settling down in the United Kingdom as “abandoned” and “betrayed”.”

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2. “In December 2022, we held the fourth such conference in Seoul, which discussed women and peace and security, focusing on Asia, including Myanmar, Afghanistan and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. In parallel, we have also supported the survivors of conflict-related sexual violence in Africa, such as the Sudan and Cameroon, with our development projects in cooperation with the United Nations Population Fund. Furthermore, we plan to provide capacity-building training in Seoul for women military officers, especially for future peacekeeping operations in Africa, in collaboration with UN-Women. In the context of women and peace and security, it is critical that voices from every corner of the world be heard.”

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3. “I would like to deliver the following statement in my national capacity. Resolution 1325 (200) has been a milestone for women and peace and security, affirming that women should be key agents in all peace processes. In reality, however, women are still disproportionately affected in conflict-related situations, and that requires our redoubled efforts to protect their human rights and amplify their voices in peace processes. The Republic of Korea has proudly increased its endeavours to implement the women and peace and security agenda. Since 2014, we have established and implemented three national action plans in collaboration with civil society. In particular, we have been working to build international cooperation on women and peace and security by hosting an annual international conference.”

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4. “In conclusion, Bulgaria reaffirms its unconditional support for women’s rights and the women, peace and security agenda and is convinced that the inclusion and participation of women and girls would result in significant progress in conflict prevention and peacebuilding and would inspire women and girls everywhere to become game-changers and ethical leaders working to forge an equitable, sustainable and peaceful future. Annex III Statement as provided by the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Korea to the United Nations I would like to express appreciation to Mozambique for convening today’s open debate on this important matter. The Republic of Korea aligns itself with the statement delivered by the representative of Canada on behalf of the Group of Friends of Women, Peace and Security.”

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5. “Turning now to our national implementation of the woman, peace and security agenda, I would like to point out that our current national action plan already includes policies that promote the meaningful participation of women in decision-making in conflict situations, for example, women mediators participating in programmes and trainings on the non-violent resolution of disputes and conflicts; the application of the gender-equality principle to the selection and promotion of staff in our security and defence authorities; and applying the women, peace and security agenda to issues related to migration, asylum and integration for women seeking international protection in Bulgaria.”

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6. “In a further effort to respond to the guiding questions in the concept note for today’s debate, I would like to emphasize the need for gender data and analysis to inform each phase of the adoption and implementation of peacekeeping mandates and in the pursuit of national peacebuilding priorities. Such an approach would also be indispensable for expanding gender-responsive financing and increasing donor support for such dedicated financing mechanisms as the Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund.”

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7. “Further, conflict-related incidents of sexual and gender-based violence are reported on a daily basis as a result of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, which has taken the heaviest toll on women and children. In the 23 years since the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000), we have learned that no matter how dangerous it might become, women will continue to be at the forefront of peacebuilding efforts and remain firm in rejecting political settlements that do not guarantee their rights. It has become equally clear that merely including women in peace negotiations does not in itself ensure that gender issues are integrated into the peace process. What is required is real gender expertise in each step of the process.”

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8. “We have also travelled halfway through the decade of implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, and we are in the process of actively engaging with the implementation of the Secretary-General’s comprehensive vision for effective multilateralism as described in his report Our Common Agenda. As we approach these important milestones, we are sadly observing that, despite the progress made, we continue to lag behind in terms of the full, equal and meaningful participation of all women and girls in peacebuilding, security and political and social life. We are even witnessing a clear rollback of women’s rights in many places around the globe; Afghanistan, Myanmar, Yemen and Syria are just a few cases in point.”

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9. “I would also like to acknowledge the participation in this debate of the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of Mozambique, Her Excellency Ms. Verónica Nataniel Macamo Dlhovo, and thank the briefers for their clear-sighted and enlightening briefings. As a strong supporter of the women, peace and security agenda and as a current member of the Peacebuilding Commission, Bulgaria would like to make the following observations. First, today’s debate is taking place at a crucial juncture. As the concept note contained in document S/2023/146 rightly points out, we are at the midpoint between the twentieth and the twenty-fifth anniversaries of the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000).”

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10. “In conclusion, my country’s Government commends the international efforts and those of civil society organizations to establish gender equality and empower women and girls. Annex II Statement as provided by the Permanent Mission of Bulgaria to the United Nations Bulgaria aligns itself with the statements made by the representative of the European Union and the representative of Canada on behalf of the Group of Friends of Women, Peace and Security. I would like to further emphasize a few points in my national capacity. At the outset, allow me to thank Mozambique for convening today’s highly relevant open debate and to welcome the recommendations set forth in the most recent report of the Secretary-General.”

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11. “In that connection, my country’s delegation reiterates that is important and necessary for the United Nations Investigative Team to hand over all evidence from the investigations to the judiciary of Iraq, in accordance with its mandate and competence, with a view to trying the accused in a comprehensive, just and transparent manner and without delay. My country’s delegation believes in the important and effective role of women in development and construction. Prosperity and progress cannot be achieved without enabling women economically and socially. That is possible through realizing gender equality, equal opportunities and eliminating all kinds of discrimination, while providing women with all the tools needed for letting them play an effective and influential role in the society.”

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12. “Approximately $19 million of the budget has been allocated to pay the salaries pursuant to that law. On the occasion of the sixth anniversary of the victory of Iraq in its war against the terrorist organization Da’esh and the recovery of its territories, we recall the patience and suffering that women and girls in Iraq have endured after Da’esh terrorists came to Iraq. Iraq has been making concerted effort to address the harm done by terrorism and complete the process of bringing justice to the victims and their families, while ensuring that the process is not drawn-out, as delayed justice might enable perpetrators to escape punishment and undermine the essence of achieving justice.”

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13. “The Ministry of Higher Education highlights the plans that support the participation and building capacity of female students in universities, while protecting them through holding seminars that deal with electronic extortion. One of the noteworthy measures that the Government has taken is the establishment of centres for protection from domestic violence. Such centres were opened in four governorates, and we are working on issuing standard instructions on organizing the work at those centres. The Iraqi Parliament has activated law No. 8 of 2021, concerning the compensation of Yazidi women survivors, and established a directorate within the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs for the protection of Yazidi women. Instructions were issued to facilitate the implementation of that law with respect to the victims.”

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14. “That plan incorporates a number of items noted in the joint communiqué signed between Iraq and the United Nations in 2016 towards ensuring reparations for the victims of sexual violence and following up on the implementation of programmes and activities in coordination with the Government and civil society organizations. The Iraqi Government is developing a national strategy for Iraqi women for the period 2023–2030 that addresses the issues of participation, economic and social empowerment and the challenges that women face. That strategy includes, inter alia, reviewing scientific and humanitarian courses for ensuring awareness about women’s rights and social justice. It also includes reviewing the law on mandatory learning to cover the intermediate level.”

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15. “In that connection, my country’s delegation would like to make the following points. In Iraq, 97 women hold seats in the current session of the Parliament. That number is greater than the quota allocated for women, which accounts for 83 seats. That underscores that women have a more effective role. My Government is proud that a significant number of women hold leadership positions throughout the executive and legislative branches. Iraq launched its second national plan (2021–2024) for the implementation of Security Council resolution 1325 (2000), with a view to ensuring the effective participation of women.”

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16. “Tomorrow we commemorate International Women’s Day, as we believe in the importance of the leading role of women and their efforts towards achieving development as well as their efforts in all areas of life. The delegation of Iraq appreciates the sacrifices and efforts made by Iraqi women in supporting the march undertaken by the Republic of Iraq. In that regard, we need to emphasize women’s rights to use all their talents and skills to achieve their goals and aspirations for building communities and making their dreams come true. As for the twenty-fifth anniversary of adopting resolution 1325 (2000), Iraq was one of the first Arab States to respond to the call to put in place a national plan for the implementation of that resolution with a view to ensuring the effective and meaningful participation of women.”

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17. “There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I wish to thank all participants for attending today’s meeting and for their support to Mozambique’s presidency of the Security Council. I thank all participants for their important contributions. The meeting rose at 7.50 p.m. Annex I Statement as provided by the Permanent Mission of Iraq to the United Nations [Original: Arabic] At the outset, I should like to congratulate the Republic of Mozambique for assuming the presidency of the Security Council for the month of March and to wish its delegation all success. I should also like to thank the Republic of Malta for having successfully led the Council over the past month.”

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18. “I now give the floor to the representative of Iraq. Owing to a technical failure of the recording and back-up systems during the meeting, no recording was made of part of the proceedings. Written statements furnished by the delegations in question are published as annexes to this document, by speaking order in the Chamber.”

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19. “I now call on the Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Gender and Child Affairs of Trinidad and Tobago.”

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20. “I wish to remind all speakers to limit their statements to no more than three minutes in order to enable the Council to carry out its work expeditiously. I now call on the Minister for Social Development of South Africa.”

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21. “In that context, among other issues, the international community should reflect on how to reaffirm the principle of self-determination and the continuation of statehood in perpetuity even in situations where territory has been lost. Let me conclude by reiterating that Mozambique remains fully committed to working closely with the international community on disaster prevention. We are certain that together we can lessen the negative impact because there is strength in numbers, and the united determination of our countries will be the key to winning this battle.”

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22. “However, by undermining the physical basis for the delineation of maritime boundaries, rising sea levels may very well disturb those established maritime boundaries. We therefore urgently need to develop clear rules at the international level to safeguard the certainty and stability of those boundaries, if we are to avoid new conflicts over access to resources. With a view to mitigating these growing risks, Mozambique has established a national climate-change adaptation strategy, and the results are encouraging. We think that we need protected marine reserves and incentives to promote the active participation of coastal communities in the conservation measures of marine ecosystems. We need to formulate a consensus solution to the displacement and the loss of territory that are bound to come.”

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23. “However, population displacement, the loss of territory and possible threats to national identity may deeply affect their stability, peace and security. The possibility of significant territorial loss resulting from sea level rise is a sensitive and worrisome issue, as it encompasses a range of concerns linked to statehood, national identity, refugee status, State responsibility, access to resources and international peace and security. Sea level rise does not pose a threat to land areas alone, as it has the potential to significantly affect the extent of national claims to maritime jurisdiction. Most African States have been able to peacefully settle disputed maritime boundary claims with their neighbours in accordance with international law.”

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24. “Many cities, including Maputo, Xai-Xai, Inhambane, Beira, Quelimane, Ilha de Moçambique, Nacala and Pemba are suffering from severe erosion caused by sea level rise and other factors. The problem is also affecting other large coastal cities in Africa, such as Lagos, Luanda, Dar es Salaam, Alexandria, Abidjan, Cape Town and Casablanca, to name just a few. If urgent action is not taken to protect them in the near future, they may disappear. That is why, among other measures, we need to engage in prevention by investing in resilient housing in the coastal communities. Rising sea levels are expected to affect some regions more than others. Small island developing States are some of the most peaceful nations in the world today.”

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25. “The scale of Mozambique’s increased vulnerability through its increasing exposure to climate risks has prompted us to conduct detailed scientific studies on the impact of those changes, giving us a global view of the impact of sea level rise, especially in low-lying regions such as the Zambezi and Lower Limpopo deltas. In the past 12 months alone, Mozambique has endured five tropical storms and cyclones. Cyclone Gombe, for instance, which occurred in 2022, affected almost 1 million people. In the capital city and province of Maputo in my country, 40,000 people were affected and nine lost their lives owing to heavy rains and upstream floods. On top of that, much infrastructure was destroyed. We are talking about people who lost almost everything that they had sacrificed a great deal to accumulate in their lifetimes. Now they need help.”

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26. “Its implications for peace and security and the possible loss of all or parts of States’ territory and maritime zones are pressing issues for our times. Mozambique is a low-lying coastal State that is particularly vulnerable to the effects of sea level rise. We have been experiencing extreme weather events on an unprecedented scale since 2019. With more than 2,700 kilometres of coastline, nine international river basins, a high dependence on agricultural yields and developing infrastructure, my country is extremely sensitive to rising sea levels. Most of our population lives along the low-lying coast. Any changes to those areas therefore have an immediate and detrimental impact on our communities, which are largely dependent on agriculture and fishing for their livelihoods.”

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27. “Ms. Dlhovo (Mozambique) (spoke in Portuguese; English interpretation provided by the delegation): Mozambique would like to warmly congratulate you, Mr. President, and your country, Malta, on assuming the presidency of the Security Council for the month of February. We greatly value Malta’s leadership in conducting the proceedings of the Council, and Mozambique therefore pledges you its full support. We are also very grateful to the President of the General Assembly, the Secretary-General, the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Romania and the Director of Climate Change of the Pacific Community for their important and insightful statements. Mozambique believes firmly in the importance and urgency of the topic proposed by Malta today on the impact of sea level rise.”

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