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França Danese

lines on the record: 437
first: 2023-07-06
most recent: 2023-12-29
sittings or episodes: 87
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“The protection of civilians, a central aspect of MONUSCO’s mandate, must be ensured primarily by the Congolese Government as the Mission leaves. That task must also be a priority for regional forces that are acting on the ground, such as the East African Community (EAC) regional force, or that might be deployed in the future, such as the Southern African Development Community force. In that regard, Brazil reiterates its appreciation for the briefing provided by the Secretary General of the EAC on 26 September. Brazil recognizes that a mission cannot, and should not, last forever. Nevertheless, MONUSCO’s departure should be done responsibly, while avoiding the risk of creating security vacuums and power struggles that will lead to violence and human rights abuses against the population.”
2023-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9427 (2023) · source
“That must be a priority, not only for the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo but for all its neighbours. While we welcome the establishment of a ceasefire between the Government and the Mouvement du 23 mars, we are concerned by the ongoing fighting among armed groups, notably in North Kivu and Ituri provinces. We are alarmed by the growing number of displaced persons and the surge in reports of conflict-related sexual violence, as noted in the Secretary-General`s most recent report (S/2023/691). The transition of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) and the Mission’s future withdrawal must take into consideration that complex background.”
2023-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9427 (2023) · source
“Mr. França Danese (Brazil): I welcome to this meeting the delegation of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, led by its Minister for Foreign Affairs, and the delegation of Rwanda. I thank Special Representative Bintou Keita and Ambassador Michel Biang for their briefings. I also thank the civil society briefer, Ms. Anny Modi, for providing important information on the situation and challenges in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In that regard, we first reiterate our call for all armed groups to lay down their arms and for all external support for illegal armed groups to cease. Sustainable peace in the Democratic Republic of the Congo will be achieved only when its people are no longer subject to violence, massacres and forced displacement.”
2023-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9427 (2023) · source
“Renewed political will is essential to resume a credible intra-Syrian political process, especially with the recon- vening of the Constitutional Committee. We encourage all parties to show flexibility for the resumption of the United Nations-facilitated political process. Syria and the region should move ahead and leave these painful times behind. It is high time that we see them do so.”
2023-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9426 (2023) · source
“Amid the ongoing economic crisis, with a plunging currency value and soaring prices for essential goods, the further suffering of Syrian civilians and additional damage to critical infrastructure are simply unacceptable. Continuous violence, a severe economic crisis with escalating hunger, human rights violations and a stalled peace process constitute, in the words of Mr. Pedersen, an “unacceptable status quo”. Let us not merely hope, but also work diligently towards a favourable political outcome for Syria, ultimately bringing about the peace, stability and reconciliation so very desired by the Syrian people. A military solution to the Syrian crisis is not only illusory but also detrimental to the future of the country.”
2023-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9426 (2023) · source
“We urge all parties to respect their obligations under international humanitarian law and exercise maximum restraint to prevent further escalation. We thank Special Envoy Pedersen for his outreach efforts to re-engage key stakeholders in trying to find a solution to the current stalemate in the political process. Resolution 2254 (2015) provides elements that could lead to a peaceful end to the conflict, while ensuring Syria’s sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity. Addressing the Syrian refugee crisis requires a holistic approach. Collective action is always needed, taking into account the protection needs of refugees in accordance with international law. The unfolding humanitarian crisis in Syria underscores the need for an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire.”
2023-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9426 (2023) · source
“Should there be hindrances in humanitarian access, knowing of their occurrence and comprehending their causes is imperative for timely responses. Switzerland and Brazil have always been, and remain, fully committed to working in good faith within the Council and in contact with all stakeholders so that the former may fulfil its collective responsibility towards the Syrian people. I shall now speak in my national capacity on the political aspects of the Syrian conflict. Brazil is closely following the escalating violence in Syria. In the north-east, recent hostilities have impacted populated areas, leading to further loss of civilian lives and the destruction of essential civilian infrastructure. Renewed fighting in the north-west is equally concerning, affecting families living in camps and disrupting educational activities.”
2023-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9426 (2023) · source
“We also welcome OCHA’s commitment to continue to appeal to donors to provide the necessary funding for the humanitarian response plan. As of 13 September, more than halfway through the year, the humanitarian response plan for 2023 was only 28 per cent funded, raising serious concerns among the humanitarian community. Sustainable funding is needed for the plan’s implementation. In addition, we would like to stress the importance of early-recovery projects to contribute to the reduction of needs in the long term. We appreciate OCHA’s dedication and transparent approach to the delivery of assistance to north-west Syria under the new consent-based model. We are grateful for OCHA’s commitment to keep the Council informed, as it should remain informed.”
2023-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9426 (2023) · source
“Humanitarian operations in Syria must continue to be undertaken with respect for the principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality and independence. It is vital that all parties to the armed conflict — with no exception under any pretext — uphold those foundational humanitarian norms and international humanitarian law, including their obligation to allow and facilitate the rapid and unimpeded passage of humanitarian relief for civilians in need. Moreover, the continuous and rigorous monitoring of cross-border humanitarian deliveries is essential to ensure that those principles are lived up to. All parties to the conflict must respect humanitarian and human rights law, while guaranteeing the safety and well-being of the people living in Syria.”
2023-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9426 (2023) · source
“With the extension by three months of the use by the United Nations of the Bab Al-Salam and Al-Rai border crossings, United Nations outreach now spans three border crossings, assisting 2.7 million people in need every month. We also reiterate the necessity of predictable arrangements to respond to the ever-increasing humanitarian needs on the ground, and we call on all actors involved not to limit the duration of the permissions granted. Syria’s worsening humanitarian crisis is deeply concerning. The role of the United Nations in delivering aid remains vital, especially as an increasing number of Syrians rely on humanitarian assistance. It is imperative that all aid modalities, including cross-border and cross-line, remain available to humanitarian actors, while ensuring rapid, unhindered and sustainable access across Syria.”
2023-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9426 (2023) · source
“To date, 65 trucks filled with essential aid from UNICEF, the World Food Programme, the World Health Organization, the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and the International Organization for Migration have successfully passed through Bab Al-Hawa. We express our gratitude to Under-Secretary-General Griffiths and his team, both at Headquarters and in the field, for their dedication in operationalizing the exchange of letters between the Syrian Government and OCHA, thereby ensuring that the Bab Al-Hawa crossing can be used. That crossing remains central to United Nations efforts to deliver humanitarian assistance in Syria. The resumption of the deliveries is promising, and we are hopeful that it will remain sustainable. We appreciate the current collaboration between Syria and OCHA.”
2023-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9426 (2023) · source
“Mr. França Danese (Brazil): I deliver this statement on behalf of Brazil and Switzerland, co-penholders on the Syrian humanitarian file. We thank Special Envoy Geir Pedersen, Director of Operations and Advocacy of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) Edem Wosornu, and the International Rescue Committee’s Middle East and North Africa Regional Vice-President, Ms. Su’ad Jarbawi for their briefings. I also acknowledge the presence of representatives from Syria, Iran and Türkiye at today’s meeting. Switzerland and Brazil welcome the resumption of United Nations humanitarian deliveries into north- west Syria via the Bab Al-Hawa crossing since 19 September.”
2023-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9426 (2023) · source
“The situation in Gaza, with its continued blockade, remains a significant impediment to development endeavours with all its social implications. Lastly, Brazil remains deeply concerned about the persistent financial limitations faced by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East. The humanitarian aid to Palestinian refugees offered by the Agency remains indispensable. We call on all States to redouble efforts to further support it.”
2023-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9425 (2023) · source
“We firmly oppose terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. We call on both sides to exercise maximum restraint and actively avoid further escalation. The recent distressing events at Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa Mosque are deeply disturbing. We condemn any action that aims to alter the historical status quo of Jerusalem’s holy sites. We recognize and appreciate the pivotal role the Kingdom of Jordan has played as a custodian over the years. Peace is intertwined with the universal promotion and respect for human rights. We emphasize the urgency of improving the living conditions of the Palestinian people. That involves fostering the growth of the Palestinian economy, addressing governance challenges and respecting their fundamental rights. Brazil intends to enhance its contribution to projects in that area.”
2023-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9425 (2023) · source
“Managing the conflict is not an acceptable alternative to effective negotiations. The Council should also seriously reflect on its role in paving the way for new direct negotiations. Sitting on our hands while the situation unravels is short- sighted and dangerous. It is not what we are here for. Meanwhile, we must address the core issues driving current tensions. The main one is the expansion of the Israeli settlements. Resolution 2334 (2016) states clearly that Israeli settlements in the Palestinian occupied territories, including East Jerusalem, are unlawful and must be immediately halted. Brazil continues to call upon the Israeli Government to cease policies promoting those illegal practices and to curb settler violence. Brazil strongly condemns yet again all violence against civilians, be they Palestinians or Israelis.”
2023-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9425 (2023) · source
“Brazil reiterates its unwavering support to the achievement of a comprehensive, just and enduring peace in the Middle East and to the two-State solution, so that Palestinians and Israelis can live in peace and security within mutually agreed and internationally recognized borders. Our collective support is needed even more now that a two-State solution is gravely endangered by violence and acts that represent a flagrant violation of international law in general and of decisions of long-standing by the Security Council. Revitalizing the political process is the cornerstone to containing the current cycle of violence. The data from the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs is alarming. This year has seen the highest number of casualties in the occupied Palestinian territories of both Palestinians and Israelis since 2005.”
2023-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9425 (2023) · source
“Mr. França Danese (Brazil): I thank Mr. Wennesland for his comprehensive briefing on the implementation of resolution 2334 (2016). In his address to the General Assembly last week, President Lula da Silva highlighted the overdue establishment of a Palestinian State as an example of long-standing unresolved disputes lingering on while new threats to international peace and security emerge. Brazil has recognized the State of Palestine since 2010. However, we are fully aware of the serious obstacles that the Palestinian people face to enjoy their legitimate rights. The international community in general and the Security Council in particular have become unresponsive to the plight of the Palestinians. That must change.”
2023-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9425 (2023) · source
“Brazil has expressed on numerous occasions its confidence in the investigations conducted by the national authorities of Denmark, Germany and Sweden. We do so again today, and we reiterate our support for the conduct of the procedures, without external interference. At the same time, we believe that the seriousness of the episode — a clear threat to international peace and security — requires the transparent and timely disclosure of at least the preliminary conclusions of those investigations. The lack of reliable information leaves ample room for speculation and accusations, including those related to the war in Ukraine. It only feeds the already very high tensions. We certainly do not need to aggravate them.”
2023-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9424 (2023) · source
“Mr. França Danese (Brazil): I thank the presidency for convening this meeting on an important pending issue. The explosions involving the Nord Stream 1 and 2 gas pipelines have caused enormous economic losses, contributed to aggravating international tensions and heightened geopolitical uncertainty in the region. Any attack on massive energy infrastructure is bound to have a profound impact on how international actors perceive the security of their own critical assets. It is also disconcerting to witness the insufficient attention being paid to the environmental impacts of the explosions. That stands in stark contrast to the readiness of many nations to assign blame when incidents occur in other regions of the globe. It is important and urgent to determine the causes of the incident.”
2023-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9424 (2023) · source
“Helping Afghans to address the intricate political, economic and humanitarian challenges they face is no simple task, but the international community, and especially States that have had or still have a stronger involvement in the country`s more recent history, have the political and moral obligation to do so.”
2023-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9423 (2023) · source
“The exchange rate has been stable, inflation is under control, revenue is being collected and legal exports are increasing. Therefore, Afghanistan has somewhat robust macroeconomic fundamentals on which to build. But one must not compromise such fundamentals by following a political path that further alienates significant segments of the Afghan society and continues to isolate the country. The international community should do its part and engage in a principled manner. Carefully channelling frozen assets back to Afghanistan’s Central Bank should be a key component of any strategy aimed at a constructive engagement with the de facto authorities.”
2023-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9423 (2023) · source
“Despite evidence to the contrary, we must hope and continue to urge the de facto authorities to steer the nation towards inclusivity and full and indivisible respect for human rights and especially with regard to women and girls. Discriminatory measures and systematic violations of the human rights of women and girls, including access to education and work, will undermine any prospects of building a stable and prosperous society in Afghanistan. That can never be achieved without the proper inclusion and meaningful participation of women in public life and girls getting their appropriate education. Addressing the root causes of Afghanistan’s multiple challenges is key to translating the country’s enormous potential into reality. Recent economic indicators offer a glimmer of hope for Afghanistan’s macroeconomic landscape.”
2023-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9423 (2023) · source
“Brazil remains troubled by the extremely serious humanitarian crisis in the country. It requires the focused attention of the international community. A staggering 29.2 million Afghans, making up over 70 per cent of the population, desperately need assistance. Shrinking resources, economic constraints and the lack of employment opportunities exacerbate the distressing situation. The human rights situation is also appalling, in particular for Afghan women and girls. Many of their essential rights and freedoms continue to be systematically and deliberately violated. Such acts run against everything we cherish and believe as far as human dignity is concerned.”
2023-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9423 (2023) · source
“Mr. França Danese (Brazil): I thank Special Representative Roza Otunbayeva and Executive Director Sima Sami Bahous for their briefings. I also commend civil society representative Ms. Karima Bennoune for shedding light on the challenges and hardships faced by millions of Afghans, and especially women and girls, in their daily lives. As we have reached the two-year mark of the Taliban’s return to power, we can assess the global response to Afghanistan’s challenges and also chart a course to contribute to the well-being of the Afghan people. Brazil welcomes the efforts by the United Nations to engage with the Taliban de facto authorities and to align Afghanistan’s policies with international standards, as detailed in the most recent report by the Secretary-General (S/2023/678).”
2023-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9423 (2023) · source
“We urge all parties to explore mechanisms to prevent isolation and further tensions and clashes. The delivery of humanitarian assistance by the International Committee of the Red Cross, through both the Lachin corridor and the Aghdam road earlier this week, was a positive sign and should be unimpeded moving forward. Only diplomacy and negotiations, based on international law and the principles of the Charter of the United Nations, will bring lasting peace. Brazil recalls the trilateral declaration of 9 November 2020 and reaffirms its support for the mediation efforts by the European Union, the Russian Federation and the United States.”
2023-09-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9422 (2023) · source
“We welcome the ceasefire agreed yesterday and urge the parties to strive to safeguard the rights and the security of the civilian population and to avoid further escalation. Brazil reiterates its support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Azerbaijan. We understand that the current crisis is part of a dispute that has involved generations and cost the lives of thousands, deepening resentment and mistrust between communities. It is essential, however, to avoid the logic of retaliation that has so often prevailed in the past, as well as to refrain from attempts to alter the political status by force. We reiterate the call for the full reopening of the Lachin corridor. The civilian population must have unimpeded access to food and medicine and must no longer be subject to interruptions in the supply of energy and basic services.”
2023-09-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9422 (2023) · source
“Mr. França Danese (Brazil): I thank Assistant Secretary-General Jenča for his briefing and France for requesting this meeting. I welcome the participation of the Ministers for Foreign Affairs of Armenia and Azerbaijan. We deeply regret the rising tensions and the loss of human life, both civilian and military, resulting from violence last Tuesday in Nagorno-Karabakh. Brazil extends its solidarity to the families of the victims and wounded. We deeply regret the fatalities and wounded among Russian peacekeepers. We condemn the resort to unilateral actions. The attacks on populated areas, which resulted in dozens of casualties, including, as I said, civilians and Russian peacekeepers, put at risk the fragile stability achieved after the 2020 ceasefire.”
2023-09-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9422 (2023) · source
“The international community must continue to do its best to help the South Sudanese people in that challenging but crucial and urgent goal.”
2023-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9420 (2023) · source
“Like other Council members, we encourage the South Sudanese authorities to take all appropriate measures to draft, negotiate and adopt the legal frameworks necessary for free, fair and credible national elections. The world in general, and the Council in particular, will be following those elections with close attention, interest and hope. We also commend the establishment of the Government- trilateral joint task force aimed at supporting the constitution-making and electoral processes. We encourage South Sudan to take full advantage of the assistance provided by UNMISS, the African Union and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development. The people of South Sudan deserve a safe, democratic and prosperous future.”
2023-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9420 (2023) · source
“We trust that its increasing involvement with the Peacebuilding Commission will facilitate a security-sector transformation that sustains peace across South Sudan. The unforeseen influx of returnees and refugees who have fled the conflict north of the border, coupled with poor infrastructure in many places, is a serious challenge for South Sudan. The late arrival of the rainy season has increased the need for humanitarian assistance even further. We commend UNMISS for creating conditions conducive to the safe delivery of aid in many areas. We strongly deplore the frequent attacks on humanitarian personnel. Such assaults and crimes underline the dangerous conditions faced by essential workers. The forthcoming general elections will be a defining moment for South Sudan.”
2023-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9420 (2023) · source
“It deploys its peacekeepers across a number of areas where violence remains a source of concern and thereby provides stability throughout the country. The Council’s continued support for UNMISS should therefore be firm and clear. We believe that efficient deployment of the South Sudanese necessary unified forces will be particularly important, given that intercommunal tensions are unfortunately still common in many South Sudanese states. Brazil encourages South Sudan to prioritize the first phase of the deployment of the necessary unified forces and adequate training of their second phase, which is crucial, including as a way to enable the forces to become a major asset in peacebuilding. On that vital aspect, we commend the institutional strides that South Sudan has made in making peacebuilding a national priority.”
2023-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9420 (2023) · source
“Mr. França Danese (Brazil): I thank Special Representative Nicholas Haysom, Ms. Edem Wosornu, Director of Operations and Advocacy in the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, and Ms. Racheal Juan for their briefings. I also welcome Ambassador Malwal and the South Sudanese delegation to today’s meeting. We are concerned about the fact that the conflict in the Sudan has led to a deteriorating security situation in South Sudan. The surge in the levels of violence in Lakes, Unity, Upper Nile and Warrap states is particularly troubling. In that context, the crucial role of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) becomes even more important in improving security all over South Sudan. The peacekeeping operation is responsible for implementing a complex, multidimensional mandate.”
2023-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9420 (2023) · source
“Furthermore, the Government helped to set up a fund, supported by private donors, to finance part of the so-called interiorization strategy. That aims to relocate Venezuelans who wish to do so from the northern border of Brazil to other cities in the country. In close partnership with civil society, international organizations and the private sector, it has already benefited more than 100,000 migrants, relocated to nearly 1,000 Brazilian cities throughout the country, offering them improved opportunities for socioeconomic integration. A whole-of-society approach to humanitarian aid strengthens our power to assist people in the grip of conflict, natural disasters and forced displacement. Let us make full use of that powerful tool.”
2023-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9418 (2023) · source
“To rise up to the challenges brought by this situation, the Brazilian Government took several measures to assist those in need. Migrants, refugees and asylum-seekers, without any kind of discrimination, benefit from full access to public services, including health care and vaccination, regardless of migratory status. We have facilitated procedures to grant humanitarian visas to a number of nationalities. Our migration law has been reformed to facilitate regularization and socioeconomic integration. Our refugee law is well advanced and deeply rooted in humanitarian principles. We have also established partnerships with the private sector to enable the integration of refugees and migrants into our society. We have created a database of refugees’ and migrants’ curricula vitae to which companies searching for employees have direct access.”
2023-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9418 (2023) · source
“The United Nations Special Rapporteurs on counter-terrorism and human rights and on the impact of unilateral coercive measures have pointed out that reality in various reports. Brazil reiterates the importance of resolution 2664 (2022), which addresses the causes of overcompliance of counter-terrorist financing regulations that impedes the provision of impartial humanitarian assistance. We are concerned about what we perceive as a trend towards the growing politicization of humanitarian responses and the selective application of international humanitarian law. That trend is inconsistent with the fundamental principles of neutrality, independence, impartiality and humanity, which are inherent to humanitarian action. Brazil has seen an increase in the influx of refugees and migrants from different regions of the world.”
2023-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9418 (2023) · source
“Humanitarian providers do not operate in isolation from economic actors and from the communities they assist. They depend on suppliers, transportation and logistics, banks, information and communication technologies and a myriad of other services to discharge their responsibilities. Public-private partnerships are already a reality on the ground and exist out of sheer necessity. We must explore even further the private sector’s potential to support humanitarian assistance. We must also ensure that the private sector will have appropriate conditions to participate in humanitarian assistance. For instance, in contexts where sanctions apply, the fear of being held criminally accountable have impelled banks and other companies to hinder the provision of neutral assistance by humanitarian providers.”
2023-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9418 (2023) · source
“Mr. França Danese (Brazil): I welcome you to the Security Council, Mr. President. I thank Albania for organizing this open debate. It is an opportunity for us to reflect on innovative ways to increase the effectiveness of humanitarian action. I also thank the briefers for their insightful remarks. Humanitarian action is not a means to put a conflict to an end. It is a way to mitigate the suffering of the most vulnerable, often in contexts of war. The more effective the humanitarian aid, the more lives can be spared, the more hope there will be after the conflict. The 2005 humanitarian reform agenda was a crucial step in that direction. The cluster approach improved the distribution of tasks and made responsibilities clearer. Nevertheless, the clusters are not self-sufficient.”
2023-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9418 (2023) · source
“The people of the Sudan deserve a future of peace, progress and dignity. We urge all the parties to the conflict to face up to their responsibilities to the Sudanese population and begin the complex task of building a political transition. We also call on the Council to fulfil its responsibilities and step up its efforts to find a solution to the current crisis in the Sudan.”
2023-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9417 (2023) · source
“The humanitar- ian situation is nothing but catastrophic, with millions of women, men, girls and boys in need of food, water, shel- ter and medical care. Civilians are facing dire conditions in Khartoum, Omdurman, Nyala, El Geneina and other urban centres and rural areas. As we heard in the joint press stakeout earlier, women and girls continue to be the object of horrific acts of sexual abuse and aggression. The mounting inter-ethnic clashes throughout Darfur, and the tribal mobilization in Kordofan, are especially disturb- ing. Those responsible for violations of human rights and humanitarian law must be held accountable and brought to justice. The conflict is also devastating the country’s infrastructure, and its impact on the Sudan’s economy is already severe, with many serious social implications.”
2023-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9417 (2023) · source
“We commend the efforts by the United Nations, the work done by the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in the Sudan and the leadership displayed by the African Union and its Peace and Security Council. We support the continued engagement of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development and the League of Arab States, the initiatives led by the Heads of State and Ministers of the Sudan’s neighbouring States, and other efforts aimed at resolving the conflict peacefully. We stress the importance of coordination among the peace initiatives. The Security Council must provide timely and effective support for such efforts. The conflict in the Sudan continues to cause wide- spread death, injury and displacement.”
2023-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9417 (2023) · source
“Mr. França Danese (Brazil): I thank Ambassador Agyeman for his 1591 Committee briefing. I am also grateful to Special Representative Perthes, Director Wosornu of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs and Ms. Adil for their comprehensive and compelling presentations. I especially commend and thank Mr. Perthes for his tireless work in the Sudan on behalf of the United Nations. The fighting in the Sudan has gone on for far too long. The parties must immediately withdraw their forces from civilian areas, cease their hostilities and engage in good-faith negotiations. A political solution to the conflict that fully respects the Sudan’s sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity is the only pathway to a peaceful transition in the Sudan and is also key to stability in the region.”
2023-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9417 (2023) · source
“We are still hopeful that a revised Black Sea Grain Initiative will be possible and that diplomacy will be given a chance once more. Brazil’s message is clear — all actions that make peace ever more elusive must stop. Negotiations must be pursued, even if politically very difficult, and no one doubts that they will be complex and difficult. We should channel our efforts towards approaches that bring us closer to ending the conflict and the suffering and loss it entails.”
2023-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9414 (2023) · source
“Those means have provided fair, effective and lasting solutions in several other international disputes. There is no reason they should not be used in this conflict. Only a political solution that takes into account the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and the legitimate security concerns of all parties will bring lasting peace. Any solution must also ensure full respect for the civil and political rights of local populations, including ethnic and linguistic minorities. Last, but not least, I note that the substantial and negative effects of this war continue to be felt in many parts of the world, especially developing countries. Economic growth is hampered, development compromised and food security threatened.”
2023-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9414 (2023) · source
“Mr. França Danese (Brazil): I thank Assistant Secretary-General Miroslav Jenča for the update on developments in Ukraine. I also welcome the Permanent Representative of Ukraine to this meeting. Brazil has expressed its concern about the organization of regional elections in Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson and Zaporizhzhya. Such actions raise tensions and further undermine the prospects for ending the conflict and finding lasting peace. We remain convinced that the dynamics on the battlefield will not bring a solution to this war, let alone lasting peace and stability. That is why Brazil insists on its call for the de-escalation of hostilities, as a first step, and for the establishment of negotiations, either directly or through the other peaceful means described in Article 33 of the Charter of the United Nations.”
2023-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9414 (2023) · source
“In addition, it addresses some of Lebanon’s concerns, which at the same time, sends a powerful message to that friendly country and its political leadership. Brazil will continue to lend its unwavering support for the mission. We are steadfast supporters of its crucial activities in maintaining peace and stability in the region, in particular in the current circumstances. We reaffirm our commitment to Lebanon and its brotherly people.”
2023-08-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9409 (2023) · source
“Mr. França Danese (Brazil): I commend France for its careful work as the penholder in the negotiations. We also thank all Security Council members for their constructive engagement throughout the process. As a close friend of Lebanon and being proud of its large community of persons of Lebanese descent, Brazil has long been engaged in the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) and participated in the negotiations with a sense of responsibility and commitment. We fully understand and share the need to keep UNIFIL’s mandate as robust as it is. But in the present circumstances we think that the text, as finally proposed by France after a careful negotiating process, in no way weakens UNIFIL’s mandate, as it ensures that the mission will continue to operate in full freedom and with the support and careful attention of the Council.”
2023-08-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9409 (2023) · source
“It is imperative that all those concerned allow for and support unimpeded and safe humanitarian assistance to them. We are particularly concerned about the conditions of vulnerable groups, especially women and children. MINUSMA’s withdrawal should not lead to diminished assistance for those people. Brazil hopes that the transfer of tasks by MINUSMA will be conducted in a safe manner, with full cooperation with and by the Malian authorities, in accordance with the agreed plan.”
2023-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9407 (2023) · source
“Brazil also reiterates its support to the mediation process led by Algeria and urges all Malian political forces to engage in dialogue and resume the implementation of the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali. We also express our appreciation for the strategy outlined for strengthening the good offices and mediation mandates of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel, the Economic Community of West African States and the African Union. We believe that bilateral and regional arrangements play a crucial role in performing preventive diplomacy and conflict resolution. Brazil is concerned about the worsening humanitarian situation in Mali. No less than 8.8 million people are expected to need assistance this year, according to the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs.”
2023-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9407 (2023) · source
“We deplore the acts of violence against MINUSMA personnel during its withdrawal from the Ber camp earlier in August. Let us be clear on this point — any act committed against a peacekeeper is an act that hurts the entire United Nations and everything it stands for, and those responsible must be held accountable. Brazil welcomes the engagement with the Malian authorities aimed at ensuring that proper support continues to be provided to the country in its political transition and its efforts towards the conclusion of the peace process. The successful implementation of both tracks is essential for ensuring the full control of the country’s territory by Malian authorities and their capacity to help to ensure MINUSMA’s safe drawdown and withdrawal.”
2023-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9407 (2023) · source
“Mr. França Danese (Brazil): I thank Special Representative El-Ghassim Wane for his comprehensive briefing. It is critical for the Security Council to be kept fully updated on the situation in Mali as the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) transfers its tasks and prepares to leave the country. I also thank Ms. Abouya for her briefing. I recognize the presence of the delegation of Mali at today’s meeting. I also thank the Secretary-General for his letter (S/2023/611) on the main aspects of the transfer of tasks of MINUSMA to the Government of Mali. The document is very helpful, as it addresses issues key not only to the safe removal of the Mission’s personnel and equipment, but also to the stabilization of Mali.”
2023-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9407 (2023) · source