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Evstigneeva

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first: 2020-08-10
most recent: 2023-12-29
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“The security sector is an important aspect underpinning State sovereignty, which is why security sector reform should always be seen as a follow-up to the national political process. The most effective security sector is one that takes into account a society’s unique historical, cultural and political characteristics and serves the interests of the entire population. In a number of developing countries, especially in Africa, one of the challenges is the fact that institutions and customs there have often been transplanted into post-colonial societies without regard for their national specificities. If security sector reform initiatives are to be successful, they must be implemented by national forces through actual deeds, not words.”
2023-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9285 (2023) · source
“Ms. Evstigneeva (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): We thank Mr. Alexandre Zouev, Assistant Secretary-General for Rule of Law and Security Institutions in the Department of Peace Operations, as well as Mr. Bankole Adeoye, African Union Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, for their informative briefings. We also welcome the participation in today’s meeting of the representatives of South Africa and Slovakia in their capacities as co-Chairs of the Group of Friends of Security Sector Reform. We believe that a sound public policy establishing competent authorities and a functioning security sector, particularly an effective army, is key to building a stable State and society.”
2023-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9285 (2023) · source
“We believe that collective efforts on that path will contribute to stability in the region and beyond. In that regard, we trust that an independent assessment of the situation in Afghanistan will be conducted, including on the basis of consultations with the de facto authorities. We expect the report to be balanced and to reflect the real challenges regarding, inter alia, the freezing of Afghan assets, the fostering of development and economic reconstruction in the country, as well as a review of the negative consequences of the unilateral sanctions.”
2023-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9283 (2023) · source
“We believe that the Mission will continue to fully discharge its duties, including the coordination of international humanitarian assistance to the country, in particular by providing assistance to the most vulnerable groups of the population, including women, children, the elderly and the disabled. Any attempt to politicize the humanitarian aspect under any pretext is unethical and unacceptable. We are convinced that stabilizing Afghanistan and resolving the complex tasks facing the country cannot be achieved without the international community’s comprehensive and unified approach to a settlement in the country. We have repeatedly emphasized that an important prerequisite for the success of our joint activities should be taking decisions that are based on careful analysis and take the current realities into account.”
2023-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9283 (2023) · source
“Roza Otunbayeva, who are fulfilling their tasks under difficult conditions. We are convinced that the Security Council’s unanimous support for the United Nations Mission will demonstrate to the people of Afghanistan that the entire international community is committed to establishing long-awaited peace and stability in that long-suffering country. Such a message is now more relevant than ever. At the same time, it is essential to maintain pragmatic engagement between UNAMA and the de facto authorities so as to discuss all core issues, in accordance with the new mandate. It is important not to allow Afghanistan to be isolated. Everyone will benefit from patient and constructive dialogue.”
2023-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9283 (2023) · source
“Ms. Evstigneeva (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): Today the Russian Federation voted in favour of resolutions 2678 (2023) and 2679 (2023), on Afghanistan. We are pleased that the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), as set out in resolution 2626 (2022), was extended by 12 months in a timely and technical way. We believe that such parameters allow the Mission to fully carry out its activities in Afghanistan during a critical period for the country. We commend the efforts of the United Arab Emirates and Japan, as co-penholders on the Afghan dossier in the Security Council, to find compromise solutions while taking into account a wide range of positions. We note the tireless work of United Nations personnel in Afghanistan, in particular the Head of UNAMA, Ms.”
2023-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9283 (2023) · source
“We believe that the newly demonstrated unwillingness of the United States informal facilitators of the South Sudan dossier to negotiate with all Security Council members in good faith and the abuse of their status to promote national interests is further evidence of the deep crisis in the current penholder system, which is fraught with efforts to artificially undermine host State trust in United Nations activities, including its peacekeeping operations. That once again affirms the need for a fairer distribution of such responsibilities among the members of the Security Council.”
2023-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9281 (2023) · source
“We are convinced that successfully settling intercommunal conflicts can be undertaken only in close coordination with local authorities and by adopting a comprehensive approach to eliminating the root causes of violence and South Sudanese capacity-building, including by strengthening the joint armed forces currently being established. We call on peacekeepers to be guided by such principles in their activities. We would also like to express our regret over the refusal of the United States sponsors of the South Sudan dossier to continue constructive dialogue on fine-tuning other language in the resolution, particularly with respect to climate, including giving peacekeepers roles in that regard that are not theirs, as well as retaining the language of resolution 2417 (2018), on hunger and conflict.”
2023-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9281 (2023) · source
“However, we still have concerns about the version of the UNMISS mandate on the protection of civilians proposed by our United States colleagues, which provides for very broad freedom of action for peacekeepers without the necessary coordination with the country’s Government. Such an approach to resolving the problem of intercommunal violence does not take into account the specific nature of the situation in South Sudan. It is intrusive and carries the risk of undermining the peace process at such a crucial stage for the country, with the end of the transition period and the start of preparations for the elections scheduled for December 2024. The country is now in particular need of support.”
2023-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9281 (2023) · source
“Ms. Evstigneeva (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): The Russian Federation abstained in the voting on resolution 2677 (2023), on extending the mandate of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), proposed by the United States. We support the work of UNMISS in that African State, which makes a significant contribution to stabilizing the situation and implementing the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan. Despite the lack of logistical resources and shortage of personnel, the efforts made by the Blue Helmets are recognized by the local population and deserve all due respect.”
2023-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9281 (2023) · source
“Together with our regional partners, we are working to develop a common approach to the situation in the country. The Moscow format also serves that goal. Its most recent meeting took place in Moscow on 8 February. We also note the potential of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)-Afghanistan Contact Group. The Collective Security Treaty Organization and the Commonwealth of Independent States also regularly serve as platforms for the alignment of positions. We continue to provide humanitarian assistance to the Afghan people and to promote cooperation on the socioeconomic track.”
2023-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9277 (2023) · source
“Western donors continue to block United Nations efforts to expand assistance beyond basic needs. They categorically reject the possibility of providing assistance for development, the reconstruction of schools and hospitals and the building of roads to connect provinces and cities with agricultural areas. Building long-term and sustainable peace in Afghanistan is not possible without ongoing tolerant and pragmatic engagement with the new authorities on a wide range of urgent issues, including political inclusiveness, combating terrorist and drug threats and respect for human rights, including those of women and girls. That comprehensive approach will also determine the effectiveness of UNAMA’s efforts. Russia has consistently supported promoting cooperation with Afghanistan on issues relating to a comprehensive settlement.”
2023-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9277 (2023) · source
“Unfortunately, the efforts made by the de facto authorities in that regard are not sufficient. Related to terrorism is the drug problem. It is clear that, amid the widespread hunger and poverty, it will be difficult for Afghanistan to overcome the challenges by itself without comprehensive international and regional assistance. Support for Afghan farmers is now more important than ever. We are closely following socioeconomic developments in the country. We note the efforts of the United Nations and regional organizations to provide humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan. We particularly commend the selfless work of humanitarian agencies and their staff, who are ready to remain on the ground in any circumstances to help Afghans. At the same time, we see that those steps are insufficient.”
2023-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9277 (2023) · source
“They also seem to realize that in Kabul, which is seeking its own path of independent development for Afghanistan without regard to Western assistance. We share the Secretary-General’s assessment as to the complex domestic political situation in Afghanistan. We are particularly concerned about the security threats posed by the terrorist activities of ISIL-Khorasan. We can see that, over a period of 20 years, terrorists have strengthened their influence in the country and are now deliberately destabilizing the situation by carrying out more attacks and spreading a climate of fear and despair. They target representatives of religious and ethnic minorities, including women and children. The safety of UNAMA staff and humanitarian workers on the ground may also be at risk.”
2023-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9277 (2023) · source
“The real reasons for being in Afghanistan for so long are being hushed up, not to mention the issue of stolen Afghan assets, which may now be used for other purposes in other conflict areas. Against that backdrop, the high-sounding rhetoric of our Western colleagues about the deteriorating situation in the country and the suffering of the Afghan people, as well as calls to take up the sanctions baton and increase political and economic pressure on the de facto authorities, seems immoral. They lack the courage to admit that their preferred methods are no longer effective. The consequences of such steps will only burden ordinary Afghans but will not change the situation on the ground. However, that approach does not surprise us.”
2023-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9277 (2023) · source
“At the same time, in their usual fashion, our American colleagues, with the support of their allies, hastened to apportion full responsibility for ruining the country and the consequences of their ignominious military campaign to the de facto authorities in Afghanistan. They continue to do that now, blackmailing the population with humanitarian aid and manipulating assistance on various far-fetched pretexts. Under the guise of a benefactor and a champion of the rights of women and girls, Washington conceals its true face. Under the threat of sanctions, the many war crimes committed by United States and NATO troops continue to be erased from the pages of history as if they never took place.”
2023-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9277 (2023) · source
“We also listened carefully to Ms. Zubaida Akbar’s briefing. We are glad that representatives of the region were also given the floor in this discussion. We took note of the Secretary-General’s report on the situation in Afghanistan (S/2023/151). We would like to make the following points. A year and a half ago, 20 long years of war in Afghanistan ended with the Taliban coming to power again and foreign troops hastily fleeing the country. The long-standing problems, unresolved for years by the corrupt Ghani regime, were compounded by new challenges. Instead of the long-awaited peace that had been promised, the Afghan people received sanctions, an unprecedented humanitarian and economic crisis, the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) and American weapons left behind, to the joy of terrorists.”
2023-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9277 (2023) · source
“Ms. Evstigneeva (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): We take this opportunity to congratulate all the women present in this Chamber, as well as the women of Afghanistan, on International Women’s Day. We thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), Ms. Roza Otunbayeva, for her assessment of the situation in the country. The Russian Federation supports the work of UNAMA under her leadership in the context of the Mission’s mandated tasks. It is positive that the United Nations is committed to maintaining a presence and to providing the necessary assistance to the people of Afghanistan. We are ready to continue to engage constructively with all Security Council members with a view to renewing UNAMA’s mandate as soon as possible.”
2023-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9277 (2023) · source
“In terms of the process of reaching agreement on a draft resolution on the annual extension of the Mission’s mandate, we believe it is important to develop a balanced text that reflects the positions of all members of the Council and, most important, meets the aspirations of the South Sudanese people.”
2023-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9274 (2023) · source
“We call on all non-signatories to the Revitalized Agreement to join the peace process. At the end of January, the United Nations received a request from South Sudan for assistance in holding elections. We hope that the Blue Helmets will provide the necessary assistance without any preconditions, in accordance with previous decisions of the Security Council. In general, we urge UNMISS to pay more attention to stabilizing the security situation and assisting the South Sudanese authorities in the timely implementation of the peace agreement and the road map adopted in August 2022.”
2023-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9274 (2023) · source
“Against the background of a general improvement in the country’s macroeconomic indicators, we are concerned about the reports of continuing outbreaks of violence in some peripheral areas of the country, localized fighting and intercommunal armed conflicts, which lead to new flows of refugees and displaced civilians. We firmly condemn all violations of the peace agreement and acts of violence against civilians, including humanitarian workers. We note the steps taken by the Government in response. We commend the mediation efforts of the African Union and the member States of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development. We welcome the resumption of work by the Community of Sant’Egidio. We note in particular the effective work of the peacekeeping mission, headed by Mr. Haysom.”
2023-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9274 (2023) · source
“The road map adopted in that connection must be rigorously implemented, and all the structures operating within the framework of the peace agreement must be provided with the necessary financing. We continue to view as a priority the targeted work of the South Sudanese authorities to form a unified armed force of South Sudan as a guarantor for the further advancement of the peace process and the successful holding of the general elections planned for the end of 2024. We note the completion of the first phase of establishing the unified army. However, owing to several unresolved differences, including with respect to the deployment plan and the command structure, the launch of the second phase remains stalled.”
2023-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9274 (2023) · source
“In recent months, the authorities of that young African State have made progress in implementing their commitments under the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan. The Parliament is fully operational, and the National Human Rights Council has been established. Several important laws have been enacted, including a constitution-making law. Preparations for general elections to be held in December 2024 are under way. However, it is a matter of concern that the above-mentioned activities are lagging behind the previously agreed timetable. We believe that the decision to extend the transitional period until February 2025 is the right one under the current circumstances.”
2023-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9274 (2023) · source
“Ms. Evstigneeva (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): First of all, I would like to congratulate you, Mr. President, on the start of Mozambique’s presidency of the Security Council and wish your delegation every success. I would also like to thank Malta for leading the Council’s work in February. We thank the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Nicholas Haysom, and the representative of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, Tareq Talahma, for their briefings. We have taken a close look at the most recent quarterly report of the Secretary-General on the situation in South Sudan (S/2023/135), and we also welcome the participation of the Permanent Representative of South Sudan in today’s meeting. We are closely following developments in South Sudan.”
2023-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9274 (2023) · source
“Sustained normalization in the country is being hampered by the attempts of certain external forces to exploit intra-Iraqi tensions. In that regard, we would like to once again emphasize that it is unacceptable for Iraqi territory to become an arena for settling scores and confrontation between third States. We highly appreciate Baghdad’s efforts to build good-neighbourly relations, and we welcome the Republic’s ever- increasing role in regional, including pan-Arab, ties. We hope that Iraq and other regional actors will use their diplomatic potential to collectively promote peace and stability throughout the Middle East, including on the basis of resolution 598 (1987) and the relevant Russian collective security concept in the region.”
2023-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9253 (2023) · source
“We regret to note that, despite the counter-terrorism achievements of the Iraqis, the security situation remains fragile owing, inter alia, to the resurgence of terrorist cells, which, according to the Secretary-General’s most recent report (S/2023/58), regularly launch attacks in various provinces of the Republic. We are convinced that that challenge can be effectively overcome only through the broadest possible coordination of counter- terrorism efforts, while respecting the sovereignty of the Iraqi State and the need to coordinate all actions with Baghdad. Ensuring the national security of Iraq’s neighbouring countries should not be achieved at the expense of its sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity.”
2023-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9253 (2023) · source
“We hope that that will pave the way towards addressing pressing issues affecting the Iraqi people, such as tackling unemployment and providing support to vulnerable groups of the population. At the same time, we are well aware of how difficult it will be for the Iraqi leadership to take into account the views of all representatives of the country’s political, social, ethnic and religious contexts. We are convinced that inclusive dialogue will help to overcome internal differences in Iraq. We highly commend the ongoing substantive dialogue between the Iraqi Government and the Kurdish Autonomous Region to resolve existing differences, particularly regarding oil and gas. The further improvement of relations between them will clearly help Iraq to strengthen its security and will benefit the entire Iraqi people.”
2023-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9253 (2023) · source
“We hope that all Iraqi political forces will take a responsible approach and seek to resolve their differences solely through negotiations in the interests of all ethnic and religious communities and population groups. We understand that it is impossible to instantly resolve the many problems facing the Iraqi authorities, which have accumulated over the years. The socioeconomic and humanitarian areas, disrupted by the events of 2003 and the ensuing war against ISIL, require international attention and assistance. In that context, the adoption of the new Government’s programme, one of the priority tasks of which is reforming the Republic’s financial sector, is especially timely.”
2023-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9253 (2023) · source
“At the same time, we must acknowledge that the friendly country of Iraq continues to face complex domestic political and socioeconomic challenges against the backdrop of the continuing terrorist threat posed by the militant Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) group. In that regard, we would like to welcome the election by the Council of Representatives of Iraq of the new President of the Republic, Mr. Abdullatif Rashid, and the formation of the Government, headed by Prime Minister Mohammed al-Sudani. We reaffirm our full support for the efforts of the new Cabinet to improve the situation in the Republic and ensure stability, security and the rule of law.”
2023-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9253 (2023) · source
“Ms. Evstigneeva (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): We would like to thank the delegation of Japan for having presided over the Security Council in January. We wish you, Madam President, and your team success and work that is as smooth as possible this month. First of all, we would like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Ms. Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, for her briefing on the situation in the Republic of Iraq. We reiterate our continued support for the work of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq. The Mission marks its twentieth anniversary this year. We listened carefully to Dr. Ahmed’s assessments. We welcome the participation of Iraqi representatives to the United Nations. We note the Organization’s various efforts in Iraq to improve public and political life and the functioning of the State.”
2023-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9253 (2023) · source
“It is our view that the political settlement of a conflict and the stabilization of the security situation are what lay the foundations for improving the protection of human rights and building democratic institutions in the country concerned, and not the other way around.”
2023-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9250 (2023) · source
“Such an approach is not conducive to achieving peace. We are cautious about attempts to merge the issues of peace and security, development, human rights and humanitarian assistance under the umbrella of “sustaining peace”. We are convinced that despite some links among various aspects of United Nations activities, it is advisable to maintain a division of labour and a clear distinction between the respective mandates of United Nations organs and bodies. The use of human rights violations and other arbitrary factors as a form of conflict indicator opens the door to opportunities for abuse and interference in the internal affairs of sovereign States.”
2023-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9250 (2023) · source
“It should serve as a link between peace and security efforts and development assistance; that means it should make recommendations not only to the Council, but also to the General Assembly and the Economic and Social Council. When it comes to peacebuilding, there can be no automatic one-size-fits-all solutions. Each situation requires its own delicate, impartial and assiduous approach in order to find a unique solution. The primary responsibility for both preventing conflicts and overcoming their consequences lies with States themselves. International support, if needed, should be provided only with the consent of the host Government, in line with its priorities and with unconditional respect for State sovereignty. It is unacceptable for donors to set their own preferences and make the allocation of aid conditional on political demands.”
2023-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9250 (2023) · source
“However, the Security Council clearly has both an opportunity and a duty to bring to an end the most acute phases of conflicts, including through the work of peacekeeping and political missions, which, through their broad mandates and billions of dollars in resources, can contribute to ending violence and protecting civilians. The peacebuilding activities of the United Nations are an important tool for helping States in overcoming the effects of conflicts and in preventing their recurrence. In that regard, we note the role of the Peacebuilding Commission, which serves as an advisory platform for developing comprehensive post-conflict recovery strategies and for preventing conflicts from recurring.”
2023-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9250 (2023) · source
“The long-standing imposition of languages and customs foreign to local populations has inevitably contributed to inter-faith and inter-ethnic conflicts, given the fact that it has worked against the development of cohesive societies. Some colonial empires deliberately left behind artificial dividing lines, hoping to maintain their influence in the spirit of “divide and conquer”. And all of that was also accompanied by economic exploitation. Overall, the Security Council is probably not in a position to make much of an impact in addressing those underlying problems. Nothing can replace the method of seeking political solutions and principles for State-building on the basis of national interests and priorities.”
2023-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9250 (2023) · source
“Equally key is the creation of sustainable, independent and competitive economies and national health-care and education programmes, as well as working with young people and instilling respect for one’s history. Achievement in those areas gives States themselves the ability to ensure the well-being and security of their citizens in order to overcome the effect of conflicts and to prevent their recurrence. It cannot be overlooked that many of the States on the agenda of the Security Council, particularly those from the African continent, continue to feel the consequences of their colonial pasts. Those tragic events disrupted the traditional process of State-formation; borders were arbitrarily drawn, and many peoples ended up being divided or, conversely, arbitrarily put together into States.”
2023-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9250 (2023) · source
“Ms. Evstigneeva (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): We thank Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed and the Chair of the Peacebuilding Commission, Mr. Muhammad Muhith, for their informative briefings. We also listened very carefully to the briefing delivered by Ms. Diago Ndiaye. We are convinced that sound policy strategies at the national level are necessary for building sustainable and prosperous societies. The laws of the State must take into account the national and religious characteristics, and its institutions must effectively protect the interests and rights of all the inhabitants of the country, without exception. Sound public policies that establish responsible decision-making authorities and build equitable relationships in society are key to ensuring the stability of States.”
2023-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9250 (2023) · source
“Russia will continue to support the countries of the region bilaterally, including by improving the military preparedness of the armed forces, training servicemen and law-enforcement personnel and providing humanitarian assistance. We are prepared to have a fruitful and constructive discussion on renewing the mandate of UNOWAS for a further three years.”
2023-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9238 (2023) · source
“In conclusion, we would also like to remind colleagues that after the closure of the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Guinea-Bissau in 2020, monitoring events in the country became the responsibility of UNOWAS. In these circumstances, we believe that maintaining Security Council sanctions against Guinea-Bissau under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter, which provides for sanctions only in the case of a threat to international peace and security, is absurd. We call for them to be gradually dismantled. Russia will continue to constructively participate in collective efforts aimed at ensuring stability in West Africa and the Sahel, including as a permanent member of the Security Council.”
2023-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9238 (2023) · source
“Returning to the topic of UNOWAS, it is clear that the Office is facing difficult, large-scale challenges in its efforts to help settle regional crises, participate in political mediation, provide assistance to strengthen State institutions and implement the United Nations Integrated Strategy for the Sahel, as well as perform coordinating functions for other United Nations presences on the ground. The effectiveness of the work of UNOWAS completely hinges on how well it cooperates with such regional organizations as the African Union (AU), ECOWAS and the Lake Chad Basin Commission. We support the numerous decisions of the AU Peace and Security Commission on the need to strengthen cooperation and coordination between all structures in the region in order to tackle problems facing the Sahel.”
2023-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9238 (2023) · source
“As we see it, such actions can only worsen the situation. We believe firmly that it is the States of the region that should play the main role in maintaining peace and security there, with the international community providing them with effective assistance in that regard. We support Africans in conducting fully independent policies aimed in resolving relevant issues based on the principle of African solutions to African problems. We support the decision taken at the ECOWAS summit in Abuja on 4 December 2022 to generate $1 billion as soon as possible to implement the 2020–2024 ECOWAS Action Plan in order to combat terrorism. In that regard, we wish the countries of the region every success in implementing the joint assessment strategy on governance and security, as well as in realizing the Accra Initiative.”
2023-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9238 (2023) · source
“The accusations aimed at Russia are simply a mockery of common sense and the ability of the leaders of African nations to assess the causes behind their problems themselves, as well as their sovereign right to choose with whom they wish to cooperate. We welcome the political mediation efforts of ECOWAS in the region. We are convinced that equal and respectful dialogue between that African organization and the authorities of Mali, Burkina Faso and Guinea will help to resolve the current disagreements and contribute to the restoration of constitutional order in those countries. At the same time, we are extremely concerned about various Western countries’ attempts to drive a wedge through African unity by pitting some countries against others, including on the basis of their cooperation with Russia.”
2023-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9238 (2023) · source
“In that connection, we reject any unfounded allegations that attempt to smear Russia’s assistance in Mali and other countries on the continent. Some countries have again claimed today that Russia is allegedly plundering Africa’s resources or contributing to the growing terrorist threat there. But it is the very countries making those claims that are in fact themselves involved in such actions all over the world and in Africa in particular. In their desire to plunder Libya’s resources, those countries have not ceased their destruction of that country and their destabilization of the whole of the Sahel.”
2023-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9238 (2023) · source
“We express our support to all who are waging the difficult war on terrorism in the region, and it is alarming to see that subversive elements are seeking ways to escape to Gulf of Guinea countries. We have to admit that the withdrawal from Mali of the counter-terrorist Operation Barkhane and the European Union’s Takuba Task Force without Bamako’s agreement is having a negative effect on the security situation, at least in the short term. In the circumstances, the Malian army has had to assume the full responsibility for counter-terrorism efforts. Nevertheless, we have already seen some positive results. Russia is providing the country with appropriate assistance on the basis of bilateral agreements.”
2023-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9238 (2023) · source
“Ms. Evstigneeva (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): I would like to thank Ms. Giovanie Biha, representative of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS), and Mr. Omar Touray, President of the Commission of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), for the information they provided. We share the concerns voiced today regarding the situation in many countries in West Africa and the Sahel. The region is facing increased terrorist threats and ongoing inter-ethnic and intercommunal conflicts, while organized crime and drug trafficking are flourishing. During the second half of 2022, a large number of civilians died at the hands of militants.”
2023-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9238 (2023) · source
“It is our view that all disputes between Armenia and Azerbaijan should be resolved exclusively through political and diplomatic means and, when it comes to border issues, within the framework of the work of the bilateral Commission on the delimitation of the Armenian-Azerbaijani border, with the advisory assistance of Russia.”
2022-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9228 (2022) · source
“Their provisions stem from each other, and their implementation will ensure that we have the conditions for sustainable peace in the South Caucasus, which is in the interest of not just the countries in the region, but all of their neighbours as well. We intend to continue extending all necessary assistance to Baku and Yerevan to make sure that the agreements are implemented in formats and scope that are acceptable to both sides. The trilateral working group on unblocking economic and transport links in the region continues its work, co-chaired by the Deputy Prime Ministers of Russia, Azerbaijan and Armenia. The group’s most recent meeting was held on 6 December. In addition, together with the Armenian and Azerbaijani sides, we continue to work on the preparation of a peace treaty.”
2022-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9228 (2022) · source
“Parameters for the visit of Azerbaijani environmental experts to the ore deposits in Nagorno-Karabakh are being agreed upon. We expect that all of the agreements arrived at with Russian mediation on the ceasefire and the non-use of force will be implemented. We call upon Azerbaijan and Armenia to exercise restraint, refrain from the kinds of steps that could increase tensions and abide by agreements reached in the trilateral statements made by the leaders of Russia, Azerbaijan and Armenia on 9 November 2020, 11 January and 26 November 2021, and 31 October 2022. We are convinced that the complete and full implementation of the provisions of these statements is the most sustainable way to normalize relations between Baku and Yerevan. All four documents are comprehensive in nature and inextricably linked.”
2022-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9228 (2022) · source
“It is important to note that when the 9 November 2020 statement was signed, the sides undertook commitments that need to be strictly abided by, inter alia, to ensure that there are no issues or difficulties for the lives of civilians. We expect the full transport connection to be restored in the very near future. Over the course of recent days, the Russian side, through its Ministry of Defence, its peacekeeping-contingent command in the area and the Ministry for Foreign Affairs, has been undertaking all necessary efforts to resolve the situation in the Lachin corridor as soon as possible. We have organized regular contacts with our Azerbaijan and Armenian partners, as a result of which we have managed to obtain the resumption of the supply of gas to Nagorno-Karabakh and the partial reopening of the Lachin corridor to traffic.”
2022-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9228 (2022) · source
“Ms. Evstigneeva (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): We would like to thank Assistant Secretary- General Miroslav Jenča for his briefing. We also note the participation in our meeting today of the Permanent Representatives of Armenia and Azerbaijan. We are concerned by the information we have received about the blocking of Lachin corridor, which has resulted from disagreements on the development of the ore deposits in the region. The Lachin corridor ensures a link between Nagorno-Karabakh and Armenia. According to the statement made by the leaders of Russia, Azerbaijan and Armenia on 9 November 2020, the Lachin corridor is under the control of the Russian peacekeeping contingent, which remains a guarantor of stability in the region and is carrying out its objectives effectively.”
2022-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9228 (2022) · source