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Elmajerbi

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first: 2016-10-06
most recent: 2019-11-06
sittings or episodes: 32
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“We commend the 30 April communique from the quadripartite negotiations in Cairo, which underscored support for the United Nations action plan for Libya and the need to work quickly to implement it. The emergence of terrorism and the acts of armed groups in Libya have resulted from ideas and ideologies that are completely foreign to the nature and desires of the Libyan people, who are, on the contrary, well known for their moderation and tolerance. Such foreign, erroneous ideologies fuel notions imported from abroad and have nothing to do with the actual precepts of our religion of Islam, seeking rather to sow anarchy, terror and destruction in our country. By way of response, therefore, we have taken action.”
2018-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8263 (2018) · source
“I want to underscore that national and patriotic Libyans have lent their support to the Government of National Accord and to our efforts to bring about national reconciliation on a comprehensive, country- wide basis. All national efforts within Libya enjoy our support, particularly local mediation and initiatives, because we have repeatedly seen that they help to reduce tension, end crises and bring about rapprochement and reconciliation between tribes. Such local reconciliation activities have meant that many cities and towns in Libya that were previously theatres of war between clashing armies, often pitting brotherly neighbouring tribes against one another, are now enjoying security and safety. We also welcome all positive efforts by neighbouring States and the international community to help Libya recover from the crisis.”
2018-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8263 (2018) · source
“They are no longer prepared to suffer under the successive crises they have endured in recent years, particularly through the issues of the proliferation of weapons, the wave of organized crime and major economic problems. Irresponsible parties have been wreaking havoc on our economy, which is being damaged by people who, to put it mildly, should be properly labelled as criminals. They have turned Libya into a fertile breeding ground for their criminal activities through their predatory acts and their effects on our economy. The Government of National Accord will spare no effort to bring Libyans together to ensure that it can meet the aspirations of all parties and hear all of their concerns. Despite the difficulty of that task, we are determined to do all we can to satisfy all aspirations and needs.”
2018-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8263 (2018) · source
“In the past few years we have witnessed a great deal ofpain in which Libyans have suffered on every front - political, economic and social. It has been a harrowing time. We would therefore like to once again underscore the importance of ensuring that everyone moves together in lockstep in their efforts to help end the crisis in Libya. We cannot have a fragmented approach. We must all act as one in order to ensure that we end up with a democratic and responsible State that safeguards, protects and upholds the rights of its citizens, that can fight terrorism and prevail and that believes in political pluralism and the peaceful transition of power - in other words, a State that is working to move ahead on the basis of progress and prosperity. That goal reflects the aspirations of all Libyans, who have reached the end of their rope.”
2018-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8263 (2018) · source
“Among other things, it is aimed at ensuring that elections are held by the end of 2018, within a year of its adoption. We would like to reiterate the position of the Government of National Accord, which is firmly behind the action plan and fully supports the importance of organizing and holding presidential and legislative elections within the given time frame, thereby leading to the establishment of the executive bodies and branches needed to enable an end to be brought to the crisis in Libya. Nevertheless, all of this can be achieved only with effective, efficient and ongoing international support, which will enable all the parties in Libya to engage in the democratic process so as to ensure that the votes of the Libyan people themselves will be used to set aside differences and produce an acceptable outcome.”
2018-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8263 (2018) · source
“In the light ofthe efforts spearheaded by the Council to come to the aid of my country and help us emerge from our current crisis, the international community also has a responsibility to support and engage more effectively and efficiently with Libyans in order to help us to set aside our domestic differences and establish the foundations and institutions for a modern, responsible, democratic State, free from unjustified meddling by some parties, which so far has only hampered our efforts to transition to a more inclusive political process and has further exacerbated the suffering of the Libyan people. It must end. We therefore welcome the United Nations action plan, announced here in New York when it was unveiled on 20 September 2017.”
2018-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8263 (2018) · source
“Mr. Elmajerbi (Libya) (Spoke in Arabic): First and foremost, Madam President, I would like to thank you for convening this meeting of the Security Council today, and the Secretary-General for his report to the Council on the activities of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) in Libya (S/2018/429). I am also grateful to Mr. Ghassan Salame for his briefing, in which he outlined UNSMIL's activities aimed at bringing an end to the political crisis in my country that sadly seems so deeply entrenched. Lastly, I thank Ambassador Olof Skoog for his briefing in his capacity as Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) concerning Libya.”
2018-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8263 (2018) · source
“We also hope to increase cooperation and complementarity with the ICC, while respecting Libyan sovereignty and our national legislation. The meeting rose at 11.40 am.”
2018-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8250 (2018) · source
“On the contrary, the Court obliges our authorities to take on their responsibility for prosecuting the criminals. Libyan justice is independent and has integrity, and it is also focused on achieving social justice. In that regard, a memorandum of understanding on criminal justice was concluded in April between the United States and Libya, aimed at strengthening the capacities of professionals in the justice sector in order to enable Libya to meet its obligations in this area. In that regard, the Libyan authorities hope to see greater support from the international community aimed at enabling the rebuilding of the security and administrative situation and launching efforts that can help to strengthen the rule of law.”
2018-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8250 (2018) · source
“We hope that future reports will mention the proceedings that are being undertaken to fight such criminal networks in their countries of origin and destination. We all know that my country is one of transit, and that our security situation is unstable. Without the presence of these criminal networks in their countries of origin and destination, we in the countries of transit would not be dealing with these kinds of violations. In conclusion, the Government of National Accord is determined to punish the perpetrators of every crime and to combat impunity, in accordance with the principle of territorial sovereignty and the primacy of the law. Our national jurisdiction is very important to the Libyan authorities, but that certainly does not mean that they do not respect the decisions of the ICC.”
2018-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8250 (2018) · source
“However, the reports of the Prosecutor, the United Nations Support Mission in Libya and other relevant organizations seem to emphasize crimes and violations in Libya without, however, acknowledging the problems of trafficking in persons and other atrocity crimes against migrants, and ignoring the issue of human trafficking, which is one of the most heinous crimes perpetrated by criminal transnational networks. Those crimes must be combated in accordance with international humanitarian law and the Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons, Especially Women and Children, supplementing the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime, known as the Palermo Convention, and the relevant Security Council resolutions.”
2018-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8250 (2018) · source
“That will undoubtedly help to strengthen the capacity of Libyan justice to ensure the prosecution of those responsible for crimes and to prevent additional crimes, particularly considering the proliferation of arms among militias and those outside the law. We understand the Prosecutor's concern about the reports of incidents of the arbitrary detention and abuse of migrants. We recognize migrants' rights and are aware of the degree to which they have suffered, owing to the unstable security situation and the proliferation of militias and weapons in Libya.”
2018-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8250 (2018) · source
“In that regard, we want to emphasize that while our national judiciary has honoured its commitment to bringing justice and strengthening the rule of law, it is in urgent need of assistance from the international community in order to help the Libyan authorities emerge from the country's security crisis and enable them to ensure the success of the political dialogue. In order to achieve that, we will have to intensify our efforts to unify and restore our security institutions and rebuild our State institutions, so as to enable them to strengthen peace and security, deal with the factors that lead to potential violations and confiscate the tools used to commit crimes, particularly firearms.”
2018-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8250 (2018) · source
“The memorandum of understanding concluded in 2013 between the Prosecutor of the ICC and Libya's Prosecutor-General solidified the partnership and complementarity between Libyan justice and the ICC on cooperation with the Prosecutor-General's Office on a number of requests for support in its investigations, as the Prosecutor mentions in paragraph 30 of her report. We are aware of the delays that have occurred with regard to prosecuting the accused, but they do not mean that our national justice is unwilling to investigate and punish the perpetrators of crimes. They have more to do with the security situation in Libya, which has prevented the Office of the Prosecutor of the ICC from conducting investigations on Libyan territory.”
2018-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8250 (2018) · source
“Mr. Elmajerbi (Libya) (spoke in Arabic): I would first like to congratulate you, Madam President, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month. I would also like to thank Ms. Fatou Bensouda, Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), for her briefing. For Libya's Government of National Accord, administering justice and preventing impunity are central to national reconciliation, which requires support from the United Nations and from the countries that are our friends and brothers. We also affirm that the ICC is an important and essential partner for us in achieving justice during this period.”
2018-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8250 (2018) · source
“In conclusion, I would like to express our deep trust in the work of the Libyan sanctions committee and its Panel of Experts, in addition to their role in the protection of the wealth of the Libyan people. We also place our confidence in the efforts of the United Nations to achieve security and stability in Libya.”
2018-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8211 (2018) · source
“Regarding the financial wealth, all Libyans must first and foremost surmount their differences and work together to serve the interests of the country. They must agree to unify their main institutions, such as the Libyan Central Bank, the National Oil Corporation and the Libyan Investment Authority, to protect the wealth of the Libyan people and future generations. Those institutions must discharge their duties as required, free of all political polarization. Ongoing disputes over these institutions could lead to a terrible disaster, the primary victim of which will be the Libyan people. We call on all parties to reach an agreement and put the interest of Libya and the Libyans first.”
2018-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8211 (2018) · source
“We stress again that all economic problems can be solved only through a unified Government of National Accord and unified sovereign institutions. As members of the Council know, the oil and financial wealth of Libya is being looted at the national and foreign levels. Locally, oil continues to be smuggled by criminal gangs, which established that illicit trade with the aim of obtaining revenues in the millions of dollars. That is a waste of the wealth of the country and the Libyan people. We therefore commend the efforts of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) concerning Libya and its Panel of Experts, especially in terms of the implementation of relevant Council resolutions.”
2018-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8211 (2018) · source
“With respect to the economic situation, there has been a tangible increase in oil exports, which have almost reached the goal of 1.5 million barrels per day. If it were not for the security situation, the National Oil Corporation would have been able to achieve that goal by now, thereby increasing the revenue of the State, which would in turn have alleviated the economic distress and civilian suffering. However, the ongoing political schism and the presence ofparallel institutions, in addition to the deterioration of the security situation as a result of fighting over resources by some greedy parties with the aim of achieving individual gains at the expense of citizens' livelihood, have contributed to the continued deterioration of the economic situation and the suffering of citizens.”
2018-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8211 (2018) · source
“It has become urgent to improve the security situation in Libya and a prerequisite for the success of any political process and for addressing all challenges, including the fight against terrorism, illicit migration and the protection of human rights. If weapons and tyrannical armed groups continue to proliferate, then security and stability in the country and the democratic civil State will not be achieved and no political solution will succeed. In this regard, there is hope that the efforts of the sisterly Arab Republic of Egypt to unify the Libyan National Army will succeed. Six rounds of meetings have been held so far between the military leadership and high-ranking officers in western, eastern and southern Libya.”
2018-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8211 (2018) · source
“Although the security situation has improved in the capital Tripoli and its surrounding areas, thanks to the efforts of the Government of National Accord, security incidents involving the terrorizing of civilians continue to occur from time to time because of some rogue armed groups. In this regard, we stress the need to unify all military, security and law enforcement institutions. These institutions must respect the principle of military leadership and control, pursuant to the military law, and must work under civilian leadership and proceed to the dissolution of armed groups and the collection of weapons.”
2018-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8211 (2018) · source
“We hope that the House of Representatives will soon adopt an electoral law allowing the High Commission to finish the procedural work and set a date for the elections, in coordination with the House, the Presidency Council and the High Council of States. If a date is set, we hope to see all political parties accepting the results of the elections, which could lead to the reconstruction of the State and the unification and reactivation of its institutions, and to alleviating the suffering of the Libyan people. Undoubtedly, insecurity and the proliferation of weapons are among the main challenges that the international community must address to help Libya, especially at this sensitive time.”
2018-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8211 (2018) · source
“We note the statement made by the President of the Presidency Council of the Government of National Accord on 17 February 2018, addressed to the Libyan people on the seventh anniversary of the revolution, with respect to the negative effect of foreign interventions in the Libyan crisis. As for recent positive developments in the political process in Libya, and thanks to the support of the Government of National Accord and UNSMIL, the High Commission for National Elections has started registering citizens living in the country. The number of registered people is more than half of those qualified to participate in the elections. The High Commission has also started to register citizens residing in foreign countries. This is a process that remains ongoing.”
2018-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8211 (2018) · source
“All Libyan parties engaging in the political dialogue have committed to the Agreement, which is aimed at concluding the transitional stage and all other stages included in the United Nations action plan, and establish a strong and resilient Government to lead the country to safety and security. We highly appreciate the great efforts of Mr. Ghassan Salame' in reaching out to all parties, and underscore the vital role of the United Nations in facilitating the Libyan dialogue. We also appreciate the regional efforts that have been coordinated with those of the United Nations, especially those of the League of Arab States and the African Union towards resolving the Libyan crisis. We warn against any intervention or unilateral initiative that could only thwart United Nations efforts and fail to resolve the Libyan crisis.”
2018-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8211 (2018) · source
“We also thank the representative of Sweden for his briefing as Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) concerning Libya, in which he addressed the latest developments on the sanctions in Libya. The international community has stressed its firm commitment to resolving the crisis in Libya through an inclusive political settlement embodied in the United Nations action plan adopted at the high-level meeting held in New York on 20 September 2017. The action plan is primarily based on the Libyan Political Agreement signed on 17 December 2015, which remains the sole framework for ending the conflict between Libyan parties, free from menacing rhetoric and use of force.”
2018-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8211 (2018) · source
“Mr. Elmajerbi (Libya) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, it is my pleasure to congratulate you, Madam President, on your delegation's assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General for his report (S/2018/140) on the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL). I would further like to express our thanks and appreciation to his Excellency Mr. Ghassan Salame, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Libya and Head of UNSMIL, for his important briefing on the latest developments in Libya and the extensive efforts being made to resolve the political crisis in the country.”
2018-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8211 (2018) · source
“However, the present situation runs counter to that aim and is leading to the loss of assets. We have asked not for the freeze to be lifted, but for a solution to be found that would manage and protect the funds and investments while keeping them frozen. In conclusion, the Libyan people have been badly affected by the deterioration of their living standards at all levels, particularly at the economic level, due to political divisions. We hope that the international community will assist the Libyan people in restoring stability and building a democratic State. Once again, I wish Mr. Salame every success in his mission. We are confident that his efforts will lead to better results. The meeting rose at 12.25 pm.”
2018-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8159 (2018) · source
“We reiterate our call on the Security Council to find adequate means to protect frozen Libyan assets through the better management of said assets and to assist the Government in stanching the losses accruing from their status. Such losses are considerable because the Libyan State is prohibited from managing them appropriately. Foreign banks are imposing negative, high-interest rates on Libya's frozen assets, which has eroded our capital and assets alike. This grave situation - as we have repeatedly said - has entailed losses and waste in Libya's frozen funds, which are intended for the Libyan people and future generations. Pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011), it is important that these assets be protected and not used in any way against the interests of the Libyan State.”
2018-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8159 (2018) · source
“Such acts are against the traditions of the Libyan people, the values of the Muslim religion, applicable Libyan law and international laws and norms. The Prosecutor-General of Libya has launched an investigation into these allegations so as to ensure accountability where proof is provided. We welcome the participation of States and international and regional organizations seeking to assist the investigation into these allegations. In that regard, we commend the efforts of the United Nations, the African Union, the European Union and neighbouring States to resolve the question of illegal refugees in Libya and to ensure their repatriation.”
2018-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8159 (2018) · source
“It reaffirms that it stands strongly against whoever tries to destabilize the security and stability situation and endanger the lives of civilians in Libya. The Government of National Accord condemns all violations targeting refugees crossing Libyan territory in an illegal manner. It is monitoring the conditions endured by illegal migrants in detention centres so as to ensure that they are provided with adequate services in secure and safe conditions, in order to establish conditions conducive to their repatriation in cooperation with the United Nations Support Mission in Libya and the International Organization for Migration. With respect to allegations of human trafficking, our Government rejects such criminal acts, be they in Libya or elsewhere in the world.”
2018-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8159 (2018) · source
“The Government of National Accord reiterates its condemnation of all acts that threaten the security of the State and its citizens, and reaffirms its commitment to international resolutions related to the arms embargo imposed against Libya. It hopes that the Greek and Turkish Governments will convey to it the results of their investigations into these matters, and calls upon the Panel of Experts of the committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) to launch investigations in order to shed light on the circumstances. The Government of National Accord reiterates its rejection and condemnation of all violations of human rights and international humanitarian law, and the assassinations that take place in Libya, regardless of the perpetrators.”
2018-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8159 (2018) · source
“That will ensure the integrity of the elections and prevent any flaws that could lead to future disputes. With respect to the participation of civil society, women and young people in the political process, and finding solutions for the issues plaguing the Libyan people, our Government is working with civil society through Libyan non-governmental organizations in all regions of Libya to establish dialogue and address the many concerns of the Libyan people. Iturn now to the cargo vessel Andromeda, which was seized by the Greek Coast Guard en route from Turkey to the city of Misrata in Libya. According to the Greek authorities, it contained tons of dangerous materials used to manufacture explosives.”
2018-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8159 (2018) · source
“Most political leaders have voiced their support for that increase, and the Government of National Accord has lent its support for the High National Electoral Commission to facilitate the electoral process. Against that backdrop, all positive indicators are rekindling hope for the success of the process. We call upon the Libyan Parliament to expedite the adoption of an electoral law. We will have to take into account numerous challenges, including encouraging the Libyan people to participate in the elections, ensure that all parties accept the the outcome and guarantee a safe and conducive environment for the holding of the elections, to take place under robust United Nations oversight and with the participation of regional organizations.”
2018-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8159 (2018) · source
“We once again call upon all Libyan stakeholders to allow national interests to prevail over narrow ones, to put an end to the deteriorating situation in the country and to work together to build a strong, robust, civil and democratic State. Events in Libya in recent have showed that there is no military solution to the Libyan crisis. The only solution is a comprehensive, consensus-based political solution that brings together all stakeholders participating in political dialogue, without any exception. With regard to the United Nations road map, we highlight the forthcoming general elections in Libya - an initiative broadly supported by the Libyan people. The number of voting registrations has increased in various regions in Libya.”
2018-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8159 (2018) · source
“Members should be aware that positive developments have taken place, specifically at the security level in combating terrorism, as well as the with regard to Government oversight of State institutions. However, a number of commitments have not been met due to political divisions and the existence of parallel institutions, despite the fact that the international community has confirmed their illegal nature and called for such entities to not be cooperated with. Certain States nevertheless continue to cooperate with the parallel governments - contrary to the Council's relevant international and regional resolutions.”
2018-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8159 (2018) · source
“Sharief, who spoke about Libyan civil society, especially with regard to the situation of women and young people. I reiterate the commitment of the Government of National Accord to support the road map, to resolve the Libyan crisis and to achieve security and stability in Libya. Last December marked the second anniversary of the Libyan Political Agreement, which remains the sole framework for the political process in Libya, as reaffirmed by the international community in its statements and resolutions - the most recent of which was adopted in 2017 (S/PRST/2017/26). Despite the lack of means, the challenges of recent years have led us to work tirelessly to surmount the obstacles that have emerged at all levels, which continue to weigh heavily on the daily lives of the Libyan people.”
2018-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8159 (2018) · source
“Mr. Elmajerbi (Libya) (spoke in Arabic): It is a pleasure for me to congratulate you, Mr. President, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month. I would also like to thank Mr. Ghassan Salame, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya, for his important briefing, wherein he underscored the intensive efforts being undertaken to engage in dialogue with all Libyan stakeholders so as to bring together the viewpoints of the political parties. We wish him every success in this undertaking. We would also like to thank Ms. Irina Schoulgin Nyoni, Deputy Permanent Representative of Sweden, for her briefing, which covered recent developments with regard to the sanctions imposed against Libya. I also thank Ms.”
2018-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8159 (2018) · source
“However, I would like to point out that today we are discussing illegal migrants, who are risking their lives for economic reasons in search for a better life, and not refugees. There is a difference between illegal migrants and refugees according to United Nations terminology and international conventions that address these issues. I would also like to reiterate the importance of the cooperation that exists between the Government of National Accord and the International Organization for Migration in order to help illegal migrants and arrive at appropriate solutions to their status. The meeting rose at 11 am.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8114 (2017) · source
“Libya is experiencing a period of instability, and it should not be held responsible for the effects of an international phenomenon that it did not cause, but of which it has been the primary victim." That concludes the official statement of the President of the Presidency Council. I would like to make the following observations in my capacity as Charge d'affaires. Having just read out the official statement of the President of the Presidency Council of the Government of National Accord, I would like to express my country's appreciation for the noble humanitarian role that is being played by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees in helping illegal migrants.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8114 (2017) · source
“We also ask that the Government of National Accord receive assistance in order to exercise its control over all Libyan territory and to protect and monitor its borders. "We call on the African Union, for its part, to work with the African countries of origin to stop the huge illegal migration flows to Libya, which now count hundreds of thousands of people, and to repatriate detained migrants to their countries of origin. Moreover, we are waiting for the European Union to assume its responsibilities under international law and international humanitarian law and not to hold Libya responsible.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8114 (2017) · source
“"In conclusion, if the international community were indeed serious about confronting illegal migration, or at least lessening its impact, it would stand united in confronting illegal migration and adopt an effective approach that would deal with the root causes, instead of resorting to further media escalation and defamation of Libya. Moreover, we support any measure that would impose international sanctions on smugglers and human traffickers, provided that they covered all of those involved, both inside and outside Libya, including the countries of origin, transit and destination. Moreover, we call for effective support to Libya's stability, be it political, security or economic.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8114 (2017) · source
“We would like to recall that a large portion of our citizens, especially from the south, are dark-skinned. In the past Libya has absorbed more than 2 million foreign labourers from African and Arab countries for projects in the private and public sectors, and they were treated well. Moreover, as soon as Libya stabilizes and establishes sustainable peace and security, it will absorb a similar number of our African and Arab brothers in order to work on stalled reconstruction and development projects by way of legal contracts and agreements that would guarantee the rights and responsibilities of both parties, that is, foreign labourers and Libyan authorities.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8114 (2017) · source
“"Secondly, with regard to countries of origin, we ask those countries and neighbours of Libya to work on controlling and monitoring their borders and to prevent the flow of hundreds of thousands of their citizens through their borders to Libya, which puts them in danger. We ask that they do so instead of shirking their responsibilities and attempting to throw the burden on Libya, as an unstable transit country. That is one of the burdens caused by the huge flows of illegal migrants. We ask those countries to work on repatriating those who have sneaked into Libya to their original countries in order to spare them these very dangerous illegal migration trips through desert and sea. "Libya is currently the victim of a large-scale, false media campaign of defamation that tries to portray it as a racist country.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8114 (2017) · source
“Moreover, it would place new burdens on Libyan authorities, which need logistical assistance in order to deal with the burdens of this phenomenon at present. It also needs technical assistance in order to protect its borders in a sustainable manner. We would also like to reaffirm our rejection of any attempt to resettle illegal migrants in transit countries like Libya, because that would have repercussions on the demographic composition, as well as on the social and cultural fabric, of society. It would also undermine national sovereignty, laws and international law. We ask the European Union to review its relevant policies in that regard.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8114 (2017) · source
“We must also help the countries of origin to deal with the real reasons for migration and to confront the organizations and gangs in the countries of origin and destination that are involved in the smuggling of migrants. We must arrive at effective solutions to the problem in its current state in a preventive and sustainable way. I would like to emphasize the following with regard to the role of countries of origin and countries of destination. "First, with regard to countries of destination, any arrangements or plans to prevent the arrival of migrants to countries of destination and to force them to return forcibly to Libya is simply a shirking of responsibility according to international law and international humanitarian law. That would jeopardize those migrants, especially in States experiencing instability.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8114 (2017) · source
“"Therefore, we ask the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime to undertake its responsibilities and to help uncover the networks responsible for the smuggling of and trafficking in persons in all countries - countries of origin, destination and transit - according to the provisions of the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime and the Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons. "The problem of migration is a multifaceted, international one, and it is not simply limited to one country or region. Transit countries, like Libya, cannot bear the main burden for them. In order to deal with this problem, we must focus on the root causes, and not merely the symptoms. We must establish genuine development in the countries of origin with the help of the countries of destination.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8114 (2017) · source
“The international community must arrive at a holistic and effective way to confront this in the countries of destination and origin, and not simply in the countries of transit. If those criminal networks were not present in the countries of origin and destination, then transit countries such as Libya, which is going through a difficult time of instability that has affected its citizens, would not have fallen victim to these large flows of human migration, especially in the absence of the capabilities that would allow them to confront and prevent this phenomenon and protect its borders.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8114 (2017) · source
“That has been the case since Libya's independence by royal decree and in accordance with the provisions of the penal code, to which Libya abides. Moreover, such actions are not in line with the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime. Libya has ratified the Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons, Especially Women and Children, supplementing the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime, and the law will definitely punish Libyans and non-Libyans alike who have broken this law on Libyan territory. "Moreover, the crime of human trafficking is considered a form of organized crime that is being perpetrated by transnational criminal networks, especially in areas that are undergoing conflict and instability.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8114 (2017) · source
“If the recording is indeed authenticated, then the authorities concerned will pursue the criminals and will bring them before justice as soon as possible. "We would also like to confirm that any violations against or any mistreatment of illegal immigrants are isolated, individual actions that are in no way systematic. The Government of National Accord would also like to emphasize that the perpetrators of those crimes will not enjoy impunity. We ask all parties, be they inside or outside Libya, to submit any information regarding such crimes to the office of the prosecutor, which has initiated an investigation. "We would like to point out that Libyan laws on illegal migration criminalize trafficking in persons and stress the need to treat illegal immigrants humanely. Moreover, Libyan laws ban and criminalize slavery and enslavement.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8114 (2017) · source
“"I have followed with extreme concern various media reports that - if proven authentic - show that some illegal migrants of African descent are being traded for financial gain. Regardless of the veracity of the reports, we condemn those actions strongly, and we reject them regardless of the nationality of the perpetrators, be they Libyans or non-Libyans, and regardless of where the events took place, be that inside or outside our country, because they are not aligned with our values, religions or national laws. Nor are those actions in line with international law, humanitarian law and the relevant conventions on human rights. They cannot be dismissed. I have issued directives to the competent security bodies in order to authenticate the recording.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8114 (2017) · source