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Errazuriz

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first: 2010-06-16
most recent: 2014-03-26
sittings or episodes: 43
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“I would also emphasize the importance of establishing cooperative ties in the field of prevention, mainly through education and the establishment or strengthening of networks. The OSCE has effectively addressed a varied agenda that is, by and large, in line with the three pillars of the United Nations. In this second decade of the twenty-first century, it would be risky to restrict the security agenda to the military dimension of global politics. Security is achieved by addressing issues of development, the environment, an expanding and strengtheing democracy, the rule of law, human rights, including minority rights, the dialogue between civilizations and the fight against terrorism. The OSCE is making an important contribution in that regard, one that has made the human security paradigm an operational concept.”
2014-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7117 (2014) · source
“The inclusiveness and diversity of its 57 States members is a reflection of that. The three pillars of the United Nations - peace and security, human rights and development - are indivisible and mutually reinforcing. Fragility in one of them inevitably affects the other two. That holistic view should guide us in this universal Organization and in regional and subregional organizations. One point I wish to emphasize is the importance of conflict prevention and early-warning systems. That is a central issue, and one that complements the OSCE principles in the context of a comprehensive approach to security that goes beyond military and national perspectives to a multidimensional approach capable of meeting the current challenges of the international system.”
2014-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7117 (2014) · source
“One of the lessons of the long crisis that led to the First World War, of which we will commemorate the one-hundredth anniversary this year, is the pernicious effect of arms races. In fact, one ofthe most emblematic results of the OSCE is the Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe, which is the kind of approach to that issue that best serves the interests of global security. The OSCE has played an important role in bringing people together through dialogue, even in the difficult times during the Cold War. The expansion in the number of its States members and its partners in the Mediterranean and Asia shows the importance of the bridges of understanding that it has built and of its holistic view of security. That view includes not only the issue of defence, but also, and primarily, development, the environment and human welfare.”
2014-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7117 (2014) · source
“In that context, we welcome the announcement of the Chairperson-in-office with regard to the holding of a conference in May to review the role of regional organizations in accordance with Chapter VIII, in line with the repositioning of the issue made by Secretary- General Ban Ki-moon. The OSCE originated from the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe, first held in Helsinki in 1975, when the possibility of a nuclear holocaust was not a theoretical exercise, as the preamble to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons warns. The organiziation made it possible to strengthen trust, an essential prerequisite in order to prevent conflict and address the security dilemma.”
2014-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7117 (2014) · source
“That is the sense in which my country understands Chapter VIII of the Charter of the United Nations, which leads us to promote active multilateralism with an effective capacity to incorporate the contribution of regional and subregional organizations, always subject to coordination by the United Nations. Chile wishes to commend the substantial contribution that the OSCE has made to maintaining international peace and security, putting into practice in Europe and beyond the provisions of Chapter VIII of the Charter with regard to cooperation between the United Nations and regional and subregional organizations.”
2014-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7117 (2014) · source
“Mr. Errazuriz (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): I thank the Chairperson-in-office of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) for his briefing, in which he not only reviewed the activities of the organization that he is chairing but also notes the priorities of his country's chairmanship. We also thank the Lithuanian presidency, which again brings us together to discuss the ever-important topic of cooperation between the United Nations and regional and subregional organizations. As we pointed out in the Council, for Chile collective action is essential in order to deal with long- standing and emerging threats. Such action is strengthened through the involvement of regional and subregional bodies.”
2014-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7117 (2014) · source
“In accordance with the provisions of the Charter of the United Nations, the States Members of the United Nations agree to accept and carry out the decisions of the Security Council. It is our conviction that only through a political solution can we put an end to the humanitarian crisis. We agree with the call by the Secretary-General and his Special Envoy concerning the need to seek such a political solution to the conflict. With that in mind, it is crucial to put an end to the militarization of the conflict, as stated in the Geneva communique (S/2012/522, annex).”
2014-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7116 (2014) · source
“My delegation voted in favour of the resolution, which is a forceful message that obliges all parties to comply with international humanitarian and human rights law, to ensure the protection of civilians and to establish specific measures on the ground to enable prompt, safe and unhindered humanitarian access to the affected population throughout Syria. We believe the reference to accountability before the law for those who have committed human rights violations and abuses to be of particular importance. For my delegation, the cases that could constitute war crimes or crimes against humanity should be referred to the International Criminal Court. The resolution that we have adopted must be fully implemented in all its provisions. In the case of non-compliance, the Council should consider additional measures.”
2014-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7116 (2014) · source
“Mr. Errazuriz (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): I would like to begin my statement by thanking the delegations of Australia, Luxembourg and Jordan for preparing this resolution (resolution 2139 (2014)) and for the flexibility that they showed in negotiating it. Through the unanimous adoption of resolution 2139 (2014), the Security Council has taken an important and necessary step in helping to address the critical humanitarian situation in Syria, which deteriorates daily and which has tragically affected the Syrian people. The situation has had a serious impact on the neighbouring countries and has become a threat to international peace and security. A void has thus been filled, given that the presidential statement of 2 October 2013 (S/PRST/2013/15) has not been implemented, nor did it lead to progress on the ground.”
2014-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7116 (2014) · source
“In its presidential statement of 6 August 2013 (S/PRST/2013/l2), the Council recognized that regional and subregional organizations were well placed to understand the causes of armed conflicts, given their knowledge of the region, which can help in the efforts to prevent or resolve such conflicts. We fully agree with that concept and believe that it reaffirms that actions taken by regional and subregional organizations can complement the work of United Nations on international peace and security. I conclude by thanking Baroness Ashton for her personal commitment to the resolution and prevention of conflicts, peacebuilding and peacekeeping.”
2014-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7112 (2014) · source
“It also highlights the crosscutting issues of interest to the United Nations that are supported by the European Union and in line with the elements of Chile's foreign policy, namely, development cooperation, the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms, the protection of civilians and the participation of women in the prevention and resolution of conflict and in peacebuilding and peacekeeping. We also have common views on the relevance of the rule of law in the promotion and maintenance of peace, stability and development, including cooperation with international justice mechanisms, inter alia the International Criminal Court.”
2014-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7112 (2014) · source
“The recent signing of the framework agreement on crisis management, which provides a legal basis for Chile's participation in civilian and military crisis management operations led by the European Union, will allow for a deepening of that cooperation and provide a concrete example of our excellent relationship and collaboration in various areas, the maturity of our bonds and our shared values. Chile believes that it was important to have supported the presidential statement, which acknowledges the values and principles enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations that we share.”
2014-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7112 (2014) · source
“Today's presidential statement acknowledges the growing and unique role of the EU as a major player in the international system, especially with regard to its contribution to the maintenance of international peace and security. The work that that organization performs in support of other regional and subregional organizations is therefore particularly important, and we believe that that interaction is positive and should be continued in a collaborative and coordinated way in each case. As a country, we have found that to be true in the active participation of Chilean troops in Operation Althea, in Bosnia and Herzegovina, which has been ongoing for 10 years now.”
2014-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7112 (2014) · source
“That leads us to promote efficient multilateralism that is endowed with the ability to effectively include contributions by regional and subregional organizations in order to face crises and conflicts that may affect international peace and security. The presidential statement that we have just adopted (S/PRST/2014/4) reflects the appropriate way to make use of the potential of that Chapter's provisions and outlines the strategic alliance between the United Nations and the European Union (EU). We therefore welcome the strengthening of the work that the United Nations has been carrying outwith the European Union in the interest of international peace and security.”
2014-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7112 (2014) · source
“Mr. Errazuriz (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): We welcome you, Mr. President, and congratulate you and your delegation on having convened this meeting. We thank Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for his statement, and the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Baroness Catherine Ashton, for her briefing. As we have noted in previous statements to the Council, Chile believes that collective action is crucial for addressing the threats to international peace and security, and that such action is enhanced by the involvement of regional and subregional organizations. That is the way in which my country interprets Chapter VIII of the Charter of the United Nations.”
2014-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7112 (2014) · source
“There must be absolute certainty that abuses and crimes committed will not go unpunished. In conclusion, we welcome the current aide-memoire prepared by the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, and the presidential concept note. We recognize the aide-memoire's value as a tool for query, analysis and diagnosis in matters pertaining to the protection of civilians by the Council, Member States and other actors of the United Nations system.”
2014-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7109 (2014) · source
“In that respect, we would urge improved coordination among the various actors on the ground so that the flow of information is adequate and timely. With the same goal in mind, my delegation supports the use of new, non-weaponized technologies as tools for preventing crises. We also recognize the contribution of mechanisms, such as horizon scanning, among others, that can play a role in achieving that objective. Thirdly, the establishment of a registry system for civilian casualties could serve as a mechanism for monitoing violations of international humanitarian law and human rights law. Fourthly, accountability for war crimes and serious human rights violations can serve as an element of justice and redress and as a tool for deterrence and prevention.”
2014-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7109 (2014) · source
“In attempting to respond to some of the concerns raised by the Lithuanian presidency's concept note (S/2014/74, annex), we feel that the following elements could contribute to the better protection of civilian populations in armed conflicts. First, there needs to be greater cooperation among the Security Council, troop- and police-contributing countries and the Secretariat in order to establish clear, realistic and achievable mandates along these lines. Missions must be able to count on the availability, in a timely and effective manner, of the necessary resources and capacities needed to achieve their mandates. In the same way, troops must be given training in the protection of civilians. Secondly, the improvement and strengthening of early-warning systems will help us get ahead in crisis situations.”
2014-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7109 (2014) · source
“In many cases, there is no will to act and to allow access to humanitarian aid where it is needed, and there is a lack of willingness on the part of some Governments affected by conflict situations to understand that the humanitarian organizations, by dint of their very nature, ought to be able establish contact with non-State actors within those same States. We welcome the Secretary-General's initiative and the "Rights up front" action plan, which reaffirms the central role that human rights play in the work of the United Nations and provides fundamental recommendations for the whole system, aimed at reacting better to and dealing swiftly with problems of human rights. Respect for human rights and for international humanitarian law is, ultimately, the central concept that underpins the protection of civilians.”
2014-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7109 (2014) · source
“However, when that does not occur, whether deliberately or because of the incapacity of the State itself to act, the international community must seek to do so in accordance with the principles agreed upon in paragraphs 138 and 139 of the 2005 World Summit Outcome Document (General Assembly resolution 60/1). The negative situations we face today in the area of the protection of civilians are the result, fundamentally, of the lack ofpolitical will to confront the situation, and not the lack of instruments or mechanisms established for the purpose. Indeed, we have a comprehensive legal framework, which is known and shared by the majority of States, and which includes all the necessary elements to respond to the protection of civilians and other vulnerable groups.”
2014-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7109 (2014) · source
“As mentioned in the concept note (S/2014/74, annex) and the report of the Secretary-General (S/2013/689) before us - the Secretary-General's tenth report on the matter - despite the fact that we are celebrating 15 years since the Security Council adopted resolution 1265 (1999), there is little room for optimism. The briefing of Under-Secretary-General Amos speaks volumes in that regard. Civilian populations continue to be the most affected by armed conflicts, which today are, in the majority, intra-State conflicts. The primary responsibility to protect civilian populations falls to each State.”
2014-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7109 (2014) · source
“Mr. Errazuriz (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): My delegation thanks the Lithuanian presidency for convening today's open debate on a subject of the greatest importance and priority for my country. Similarly, we are grateful for the briefings we have heard from the High Commissioner for Human Rights Pillay, Under-Secretaries-General Amos and Ladsous and Director-General of the International Committee of the Red Cross Daccord. My delegation endorses the statement that will be made by the representative of Slovenia on behalf of the Human Security Network, of which my country is a part.”
2014-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7109 (2014) · source
“In conclusion, we underscore the importance of resolution 1244 (1999) as a basis and applicable guiding instrument for the Kosovo region to promote reconciliation, stability and prosperity for its communities.”
2014-02-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7108 (2014) · source
“We therefore support UNMIK's efforts to play a role of mediation and facilitation between municipal representatives and minority communities. It is also important that the progress made in transitioning police structures in northern Kosovo be matched with progress in the judiciary so as to establish a unified judicial system. Likewise, efforts should continue in all other areas of the rule of law. UNMIK could redouble its efforts on outstanding cases of disappeared individuals. That is a debt owed to the relatives ofvictims. In addition, the lack ofprogress with regard to accountability is striking in that context. As indicated at the Council's open debate on war and its lessons (see S/PV.7105), my country reiterates its offer to share its experiences in the painful task of searching for disappeared persons.”
2014-02-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7108 (2014) · source
“It is important to continue mutual cooperation between the Mission and various actors, such as the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo, the Kosovo Force and the international community. But such cooperation must always remain under the aegis of UNMIK. European Union cooperation has been crucial in facilitating the First Agreement of Principles Governing the Normalization of Relations. We are concerned by the occurrence of isolated incidents of violence in northern Kosovo during the elections and we condemn the assassination, on 16 January, oer. Dimitrije Janicijevic, a newly elected member of the North Mitrovica Municipal Assembly. Such acts risk jeopardizing the agreement reached between the parties.”
2014-02-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7108 (2014) · source
“Those include determining the fate of persons who were disappeared or kidnapped, the protection of important religious and cultural sites in the Kosovo region and the definitive reintegration of internally displaced persons. We reiterate the importance of continuing to implement resolution 1325 (2000) at all levels so as to guarantee women's participation in all areas of decision-making and to ensure that their needs are adequately met. In that regard, we highlight the need for further strengthening provisions emanating from that resolution, especially in the justice and security sectors. We underscore the central role and important work carried out by the United Nations through UNMIK in promoting security, stability and respect for human rights. The role of UNMIK is fundamental in this new phase of the implementation of the Agreement.”
2014-02-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7108 (2014) · source
“The municipal elections of 3 November were held successfully in most of Kosovo for the first time under a single legislative framework, marking an important step in strengthening the process of normalization between the parties, which lays the basis for an association/community of Serbian municipalities. It is now time, in the post-election phase, to consolidate the progress achieved. That means that future elected representatives must continue cooperating on the implementation of the Agreement between Belgrade and Pristina. We call on the parties to continue their efforts with regard to the application of the Agreement, to adopt confidence-building measures and to make progress in the process of reconciliation between communities. With regard to reconciliation, the parties must now address pending issues.”
2014-02-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7108 (2014) · source
“Mr. Errazuriz (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): We welcome the report of the Secretary-General on the implementation of the mandate of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) (S/20l4/68) and acknowledge the efforts of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Farid Zarif. We also welcome the presence of the Prime Minister of Serbia, Mr. Ivica Dacie, and of Mr. Hashim Thacic. On the political front, we welcome the substantive progress made in implementing the First Agreement of Principles Governing the Normalization of Relations of 19 April 2013.”
2014-02-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7108 (2014) · source
“My country continues working today, in its process of reconciliation, and we stand ready to share our experiences with those members of the international community who deem them useful. I conclude by calling on the Security Council to support the following specific actions: strengthen preventive diplomacy initiatives and early warning systems, so that they can send appropriate alarm signals and react in a timely and effective way; promote the strengthening of mechanisms for the peaceful settlement of disputes and systems of human rights protection, at the international, regional and subregional levels; strengthen the activities of the subsidiary bodies of the Security Council and the Peacebuilding Commission, so that the assistance that they provide to Governments in post-conflict countries incorporates truth and reconciliation as a main axis oftheir work; and strengthen the mandates of peacekeeping operations elements that support post-conflict political processes.”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“only on the basis of the truth will it be possible to meet the basic demands of justice and create the necessary conditions for achieving genuine national reconciliation Only by knowing the truth can the dignity of victims be restored in the public consciousness and bereaved families be allowed the possibility of honouring them properly ..." Of equal importance is the need to recognize their suffering, so that such suffering never recurs. Allow me, Mr. President, to refer to the 2012 report of the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the promotion of truth, justice, reparation and guarantees of non-recurrence, who stated that, since 2000, prosecutions have been initiated or completed with regard to 76 per cent of victims of disappearances and executions in Chile (A/67/368).”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“Thirdly, there is a very close relationship between the quality of democracy, economic progress and social justice, as they nourish one another and are mutually reinforcing. And fourthly, we must learn from our experiences so as to avoid repeating mistakes. To establish the truth about what happened in my country, investigatory bodies and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission were established, with the task ofinvestigating history and determining what had occurred, making recommendations, and suggesting modalities for reparations and for prevention. The legal instrument that established the Commission recognized that "...”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“The President of the Republic of Chile recently recalled before the General Assembly at its present session that, last September, our country "marked the fortieth anniversary of the most far-reaching and lasting upheaval ever to affect our democracy" and "the twenty-fifth anniversary of the start of the peaceful recovery of our democracy" (A/68/PV5, p. 25). On that occasion, President Pifiera Echefiique enumerated a number of lessons learned. The first is that no conflict, whether external or internal, ever justifies violence as a means of political action or the abuse of human rights. Secondly, democracy, peace and civic friendship are much more fragile values than we tend to believe, meaning we should never take them for granted.”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“Recent United Nations instruments, such as the Updated Set of Principles for the Protection and Promotion of Human Rights through Action to Combat Impunity (E/CN.4/2005/102/Add.1) of the Economic and Social Council or, even more recently, resolution 68/165 of the General Assembly, entitled "Right to the truth", recognize the importance of respecting and upholding those rights in order to end impunity and promote and protect human rights. In that context, we recall the reference to transitional justice made by the Special Rapporteur on the promotion of truth, justice, reparation and guarantees of non-recurrence, which is to be understood not as a special kind of justice, but as a strategy precisely for realizing the right to justice, truth, reparation and non-recurrence.”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“Only in that manner can we address the root causes of the divisions and prejudices that exist. It also is a process that will be different for each society and can not be imposed from the outside, and it is one in which the role of the United Nations should be one of assistance, facilitation and support. Reconciliation is not and should not, be a substitute for justice or accountability. Indeed, in order to be effective, reconciliation must be based on truth, justice and reparation.”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“It was precisely "Post- conflict national reconciliation: role of the United Nations" that my country chose as a theme during its presidency of the Security Council in January 2004, under which the presidential statement cited by the Permanent Representative of Jordan (S/PRST/2004/2) was adopted. We view reconciliation as both a goal - something to be achieved - and a process - a way of achieving that goal. We see it, therefore, as playing a preventive role, whereby, recognizing divisions, we can anticipate and avoid potential conflicts. On the other hand, with regard to existing conflicts, it would allow for the rapprochement of opposing parties. The process of reconciliation is far-reaching, deep, specific and differentiated and must necessarily be inclusive.”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“We emphasize in particular the contribution and role that women must play in the prevention and resolution of conflicts and in peacebuilding. We stress the importance of their equal participation in such processes and the importance of seeking to ensure and increase their representation in all levels of decision-making, in keeping with provision of resolution 1325 (2000). The sort of preventive diplomacy proposed would avoid the fracturing of societies and the recurrence of conflict. Prevention strategies must include reconciliation processes in societies emerging from conflict. That is an issue at the heart of the Jordanian initiative in holding this debate.”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“In that context, we underscore that it would be useful to strengthen early warning systems and the role that regional and subregional organizations can play in conflict prevention, in accordance with Chapter VIII of the Charter. Through their geographical and cultural proximity, as well as their better understanding of the causes of the conflicts and the sensitivities of the various parties, such organizations can make a valuable contribution to such endeavours. Developing effective partnerships between the United Nations and regional and subregional organization is therefore crucial. Furthermore, the role of civil society organizations in identifying early signs of violence and the capacity of such organizations to provide warning of dangerous situations to national and international authorities are crucial.”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“That means using the instruments that the Security Council has at its disposal to take "action to prevent disputes from arising between parties, to prevent existing disputes from escalating into conflicts and to limit the spread of the latter when they occur" (5/24111, para. 20), without forgetting that, in all cases, conflict prevention is a crucial responsibility of Member States. A prevention strategy includes a commitment to the strengthening of the rule of law, respect for international law and for existing treaties, and the recourse to peaceful means for the settlement of disputes, with democratic institutions and practices that respect human rights, all of which, in the final analysis, would make it possible to establish a climate conducive to achieving greater levels of development and social justice.”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“Mr. Errazuriz (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): I should like to thank the delegation of Jordan for having convened this open debate and for having drafted the concept note (S/2014/30, annex). I should also like to thank the Under- Secretary-General for Political Affairs, Mr. Jeffrey Feltman, for his briefing. We will approach this statement not from the point of view of crisis management but, rather, from that of the preventive function that this principal organ of the United Nations is called upon to play pursuant to the Charter of the United Nations. My country is convinced that the best approach in terms of protecting the civilian population and for an efficient use of resources is the exercise of an active preventive diplomacy, understood in the terms expressed in the unique document entitled "An agenda for peace".”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“We believe that it is the will of the international community to support Lebanon by promoting stability, sovereignty and territorial integrity, especially now that the Special Tribunal created to try the suspects in the assassination of former Prime Minister Rafik Hariri has started its hearings, which form a crucial element of the task of combating impunity. Chile maintains far-reaching ties with communities in the Middle East and stands ready to join with the international community in mapping out the road to peace and progress for the inhabitants of the region. I conclude by thanking all of those that have welcomed my country upon its election as a non-permanent member of the Council.”
2014-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7096 (2014) · source
“We reiterate the importance of women being represented at every level in the debates on the Syrian Arab Republic in order to ensure that their concerns are be duly considered and acted upon. The deterioration of the security situation in Lebanon is reflected - inter alia - in the clashes between pro-Al-Assad and anti-Al-Assad demonstrators in Tripoli, the attack on the Iranian embassy, the assassination of former Minister Mohamad Chatah and the recent bombing in the southern Beirut suburb of Haret Hreik and the town of Hermel. Chile appeals to the Lebanese political leaders to promote the agreements needed to ensure the country's institutional functionality. In addition, it is important to encourage Lebanese society to implement the dissociation policy established in the Baabda Declaration.”
2014-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7096 (2014) · source
“Chile supports the efforts made by Secretary- General Ban Ki-moon and Joint Special Representative Lakhdar Brahimi towards the convening of the second Geneva Conference on Syria and hopes that that meeting will generate momentum for a political agreement. The participation of all international actors in a position to influence the parties is necessary in order to ensure a political agreement. For their part, the parties must agree not to undermine the principles of the Geneva communique of 30 June 2012 (S/2012/523, annex), whether or not they participated in that meeting. It is our hope that the parties will implement humanitarian measures to address the critical situation and efforts towards the building of mutual confidence in order to achieve the necessary political agreement.”
2014-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7096 (2014) · source
“The humanitarian crisis requires the Security Council to make every possible effort to call on the parties to the conflict to fulfil their obligations in relation to international humanitarian and human rights law, while guaranteeing the protection of civilians and the rapid and unimpeded access of humanitarian personnel. We call for the urgent implementation of the Security Council's presidential statement S/PRST/2013/15 of 2 October 2013. The International Humanitarian Pledging Conference, held in Kuwait, which dealt with humanitarian and refugee assistance, represents a step in the right direction.”
2014-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7096 (2014) · source
“Thanks to the joint work of the Council and the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, progress has been made towards destroying the Syrian chemical arsenal through an unprecedented effort of the international community. However, it should be recalled that that is only one aspect of the conflict, in which conventional weapons have caused the most Victims. Our country therefore reiterates that the provision of military supplies to any of the parties must halt in order to avoid exacerbating the conflict and the suffering of the civilian population.”
2014-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7096 (2014) · source
“Chile supports the Palestinian reconciliation process between Fatah and Hamas, agreed in Doha and Cairo in 2012. We believe that the Islamic Resistance Movement must renounce the use of arms and recognize Israel's right to exist. Chile will continue to encourage the constructive, consistent commitment of Palestine and Israel to the current peace negotiations aimed at achieving a just and lasting peace in accordance with international law. It is our hope that that will be possible. The conflict in Syria is of particular concern, as it has caused over 100,000 deaths. Regrettably, in nearly three years, the Council has been unable to adopt a resolution that, it was hoped, would end the tragedy. Nevertheless, the adoption of resolution 2118 (2013) marked a turning point.”
2014-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7096 (2014) · source
“In order for the negotiations to move forward, the parties must strengthen dialogue and build trust. That requires ongoing actions and the avoidance of unilateral acts that undermine or destroy confidence. The release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners is pointless if, at the same time, Israel announces the construction of thousands of homes in the settlements located in Palestinian territory, in contravention of international law. It is also necessary to more strongly condemn the attacks affecting the civilian population of Israel, and measures must be taken to avoid provocative acts and incitement. I take this opportunity to reiterate my country's condemnation of all terrorist acts, in whatever form and whatever their motivation. Terrorism has no place in the world.”
2014-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7096 (2014) · source
“The peoples of Israel and Palestine and their future generations deserve no less. Chile recognized the State of Palestine in 2011. In that same year, it supported Palestine's full membership in UNESCO. Subsequently, in 2012, we were a sponsor of General Assembly resolution 67/ 19, which accorded Palestine the status of a non-member Observer State at the United Nations. We View that policy as a contribution to the peace, as it strengthens the capacities of the Palestinian State. Owing to the foregoing, Chile welcomes the fact that the parties resumed direct negotiations under United States auspices last August. In particular, we welcome the personal commitment shown by Secretary of State John Kerry, who has visited the region on numerous occasions.”
2014-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7096 (2014) · source
“Mr. Errazuriz (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): I would to congratulate and thank you, Mr. President, for presiding over this open debate. I also thank the Secretary-General for his briefing. Two decades after the signing of the Oslo Accords between the State of Israel and the then Palestine Liberation Organization, the transitional provisions have given way to a status quo that unfortunately continues to this day. Thus, after 20 years of progress and setbacks in the negotiations, there is still no sign of the desired two-State solution reflecting the principles established in the pertinent United Nations resolutions to allow the creation of an independent and sovereign Palestinian State, living side by side in peace and security with the State of Israel, within secure and internally recognized borders.”
2014-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7096 (2014) · source
“Chile will continue promoting the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000), convinced as it is of the important role played by women in the prevention and resolution of conflicts and of the need to increase their participation in decision-making processes.”
2013-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7044 (2013) · source
“I note that at the regional level, the Chilean Joint Centre for Peacekeeping Operations convened a seminar, jointly with the United States Naval Postgraduate School, entitled "Women, Peace and Security: Implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) and new challenges", in Santiago, Chile from 1 to 12 July. It was attended by professionals from Brazil, El Salvador, Guatemala, Paraguay, Peru and Uruguay as well as from our own country. The seminar concluded with the adoption of a document in the form of an action plan, agreed in group discussions, embodying initiatives fully reflecting the international norms discussed during the seminar.”
2013-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7044 (2013) · source