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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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“It inflicts long- lasting psychological trauma on victims, destroying the social fabric and jeopardizing efforts towards peace and development. More than 15 years have passed since the unanimous adoption of resolution 1820 (2008), and the United Nations has made some advances in addressing this issue — for instance, the establishment of the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary- General on Sexual Violence in Conflict and the launch in September 2022 of the Framework for the Prevention of Conflict-Related Sexual Violence. The commission of sexual violence in conflict is directly related to impunity, which, unfortunately, remains common in most conflicts. Holding offenders accountable should be the bare-minimum response provided by States.”
2023-07-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9378 (2023) · source
“Mr. França Danese (Brazil): I thank the United Kingdom for organizing today’s open debate and the briefers for their comprehensive presentations. Brazil takes this opportunity to commend Special Representative Pramila Patten and her Office for their crucial work in and commitment to combating sexual violence in conflict. I also thank the civil society briefers for their testimonials. Civil society plays a key role in working with victims of conflict-related sexual violence, giving them ways to move forward after being the target of such an abhorrent crime. I commend the meaningful presence here today of so many representatives of countries that are also deeply concerned about and engaged in this issue. Sexual violence adds an extra layer of suffering to the already dreadful reality of war.”
2023-07-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9378 (2023) · source
“We have been encouraged by the expressions of interest we have received over the past few months in discussing the broader diplomatic role for the Council and the United Nations in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea file. We hope to continue to develop those ideas in the coming months and remain open to discussing them with any Member State that may wish to do so. We note the presence of the representative of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea in this Chamber today, after a long hiatus, and expect this to be a positive sign for diplomatic engagement. I reiterate that engagement, not isolation, remains the best path towards achieving our shared goal of a Korean peninsula that is stable, peaceful and free of nuclear weapons. The most recent launch makes us more convinced of that, not less.”
2023-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9376 (2023) · source
“Every new launch makes it clearer that a new approach is needed. We believe the Security Council has an important role to play that is neither as a silent observer, nor as a mere forum for approving sanctions. The Council, and the United Nations as a whole, has much to contribute. It can help initially to rebuild trust between parties, so as to open a window for engagement. Once that window is open, it can use its expertise and its political weight to help build and sustain a diplomatic process. Finally, it can endorse and verify the results of any agreement, making its results more transparent and legitimate to all parties involved. Chapter VI gives the Council a wide toolbox that remains underexplored in this file.”
2023-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9376 (2023) · source
“If reports are correct in identifying the missile as a Hwasong-18 ICBM, it shows further progress in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s solid-fuel missile programme and further steps in their nuclear capabilities. Those developments point to a harsh reality that we must face squarely in the Council: our approach to this file simply has not worked. Neither the inaction of the past five years nor the nine rounds of sanctions of the previous decade have been able to adequately address the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea nuclear and missile programmes. We are disappointed when we see discussions in the Council become polarized around a false choice: returning to the pre-2018 paradigm of uniting around new and broader rounds of sanctions or remaining silent so as to avoid provoking the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea.”
2023-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9376 (2023) · source
“Mr. França Danese (Brazil): I thank Assistant Secretary-General Khaled Khiari for his briefing. I also welcome to this meeting the representatives of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea and of the Republic of Korea. Brazil once again condemns in the strongest terms the launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea on 11 July. The launch violated relevant Security Council resolutions, put at risk maritime and air safety, as well as endangered neighbouring populations. The 74 minutes of flight time make it the longest test flight for a missile of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea to date.”
2023-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9376 (2023) · source
“We also want to remind everyone that the Juba Peace Agreement of 2020 remains binding on all its signatories. Respect for its terms will be crucial to bringing durable peace to the Sudanese people. Brazil is a founding member of the ICC and has a deep-rooted commitment to international law and international justice. The ICC, as a permanent treaty- based tribunal, represents a breakthrough for ensuring accountability for the most serious crimes under international law. It is important to ensure that it pursues all its investigations with equal zeal and support from the international community.”
2023-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9375 (2023) · source
“We also commend the measures taken by the Office of the Prosecutor to maintain its dialogue with civil society and representatives of communities affected in the Darfur region, despite the obstacles preventing direct outreach to them in their territory. The Sudan has faced severe economic hardship in recent months. The fighting that broke out in April aggravated an already dire situation. Half the population is in need of urgent humanitarian assistance, and many have fled their homes and sought refuge in neighbouring countries. We urge all stakeholders to abide by their obligations under international humanitarian law and international human rights law to protect civilians and enable humanitarian action. We commend all the mediation efforts by international organizations and other partners aimed at ending the current crisis.”
2023-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9375 (2023) · source
“In that respect, I want to reiterate Brazil`s position on the need for expenses that the Court incurs as a result of referrals by the Security Council to be borne not just by States parties to the Rome Statute but by the United Nations as well. We were glad to hear that in the first trial following the adoption of resolution 1593 (2005) the prosecution was able to present its case against Mr. Abd-Al-Rahman. The hearings before the Court brought to the forefront the suffering of people who had lost their families. Brazil welcomes the continued engagement of the Office of the Prosecutor with third States and regional organizations to support its investigative and prosecutorial activities.”
2023-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9375 (2023) · source
“Without strong national institutions capable of delivering justice to local populations and of protecting them from further harm, there will always be a higher risk of relapse in instability, conflict and the perpetration of serious crimes. That is why the primary responsibility to provide justice belongs and must remain with national States, without prejudice to the complementary role the ICC must play when the States are unable or unwilling to do so. In that regard, the international community must stand ready to support the Sudan in enhancing its national institutions’ ability to investigate and punish the perpetrators of serious crimes under international law. Thirdly, the Office of the Prosecutor needs help in overcoming the challenges related to the limitations on the internal resources he needs to do his work.”
2023-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9375 (2023) · source
“In order for the Office of the Prosecutor to be able to carry on with its work, the necessary security conditions must be established. We therefore call again for the immediate cessation of the current hostilities. To counteract those setbacks, a few steps should be taken when the situation allows. First, cooperation between the Office of the Prosecutor and national authorities is key. Despite the current crisis, which limits the authorities’ ability to respond to the ICC, it is crucial that they improve their cooperation with the Office of the Prosecutor. Secondly, complementarity is a fundamental principle of the Rome Statute and the basis for effective international justice in the long term.”
2023-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9375 (2023) · source
“This resolution is an important instrument in the history of international criminal justice, as it was the first time the Security Council availed itself of its power to refer a situation to the Court, even though the resolution allowed for discriminatory exercise of ICC jurisdiction. The thirty-seventh report brings a grimmer picture than we have seen of the prospects for the investigation and prosecution of the crimes committed in Darfur. Progress seems to have stalled in important aspects of the road map proposed by the Prosecutor for the follow- up to the referral. The conflict in the Sudan has affected the ability of the Office of the Prosecutor to conduct investigations and outreach activities in Darfur. It has also affected the Sudanese authorities’ capacity to comply with assistance requests.”
2023-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9375 (2023) · source
“Mr. França Danese (Brazil): I thank the United Kingdom presidency of the Security Council, and Japan and Switzerland as co-focal points, for facilitating today’s periodic briefing, which is an important tool for the international community to keep track of the follow-up to its referral to the International Criminal Court of the serious violations perpetrated in Darfur. I also acknowledge the presence of the Permanent Representative of the Sudan at today’s meeting. I also thank Prosecutor Karim Khan for the thirty- seventh report to the Security Council submitted pursuant to resolution 1593 (2005).”
2023-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9375 (2023) · source
“Brazil staunchly supports Colombian society and the Government of President Petro Urrego in its political determination to address the challenges of overcoming violence and building peace. We also recall, as we have done on several occasions, that the work of the Security Council in Colombia is based on the expectations and requests formulated by the Colombian Government itself on behalf of that brotherly people. Brazil reaffirms its commitment to work closely with Colombia so that peace, the fruit of the tireless efforts of its people, may take root and spread its transformative effects throughout its territory.”
2023-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9374 (2023) · source
“We welcome the reports of a notable decrease in clashes between illegal armed groups and public security forces as a result of the Colombian Government’s efforts to seek ceasefire agreements with different armed groups. However, challenges remain. The violence that continues to be perpetrated by illegal armed groups and criminal organizations continues to disrupt the lives of civilians and undermine peacebuilding. That situation highlights the importance of the international community’s support for the Colombian Government’s efforts to advance peace initiatives and consolidate State presence, especially in rural areas, where vulnerable communities need stronger protection.”
2023-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9374 (2023) · source
“In addition to the degree of progress achieved with regard to each dialogue and ceasefire agreement, it will be critical to assess impact on the ground arising from the Mission’s involvement, bearing in mind that some armed groups are fighting among themselves for control of the same territories. Due to the existing territorial disputes among the armed groups, we believe it would be beneficial to promote simultaneous progress in the different negotiations. Any setback with one particular group could have a negative impact on other processes and exacerbate conflicts. For that reason, we believe it is essential that the Council carefully assess how to optimize its contribution to jointly advance all those processes.”
2023-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9374 (2023) · source
“Brazil believes that, in this process, the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia can and should play an important role, especially to ensure the success of the crucial steps planned for the coming weeks, including the establishment of the national commission on participation and the entry into force, on 3 August, of the temporary national bilateral ceasefire, which, as agreed by the parties, can be continued. In the context of such significant developments, Brazil is ready to carefully examine and discuss the Secretary-General’s recommendations on the role that the Verification Mission could play in support of the various ceasefire agreements reached with different armed groups in Colombia.”
2023-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9374 (2023) · source
“Brazil hopes that the registration process and the immediate results of the agreements will renew hope in the territories for the benefit of the most affected communities and reflect, in fact, a new moment in the negotiation and peacebuilding process. Brazil believes that there are encouraging signs. While we are holding this important debate in the Security Council, the Colombian Government’s panel for peace with the ELN is meeting in Havana, working on documents to assess the progress made since the signing of the agreements reached in Cuba on 9 June. Brazil is pleased to support the work of the panel for peace and will continue to be involved in the follow-up of that process, encouraging the implementation of the agreements and the furtherance of the agenda.”
2023-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9374 (2023) · source
“Peacebuilding requires the full implementation of the Final Agreement and the curbing of the violence still being perpetrated by other armed groups. Those expressions of violence have a disproportionate impact on Afro-Colombians, indigenous peoples, women and children and the most vulnerable populations. In that regard, Brazil reiterates its firm commitment as a guarantor country to the panel for peace between the Colombian Government and the Ejército de Liberación Nacional (ELN). We commend the achievements of the third round of negotiations, which took place in Havana, especially the announcement of the agreements on social participation and a ceasefire, as well as the commitments made to humanitarian relief.”
2023-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9374 (2023) · source
“In that regard, the approval of the National Development Plan by Congress represents a significant achievement. That strategic plan increases budgetary resources allocated to and includes decisive measures for the implementation of the peace agreement and for rural reform. Moreover, Congress has adopted two laws vital for the rural reform envisioned in the peace agreement: one establishes an agrarian jurisdiction to resolve rural conflicts and the other recognizes the rights of peasants in the Constitution. In addition, we have seen significant progress in land acquisition and registration. Brazil supports the strategy of the Government of President Petro Urrego to achieve total peace. We recognize the importance of and need for the additional dialogues under way to expand the peace dividends throughout the country.”
2023-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9374 (2023) · source
“Mr. França Danese (Brazil) (spoke in Spanish): I thank the briefers for their statements, and I warmly welcome Minister for Foreign Affairs Álvaro Leyva Durán to the Council. Colombia continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to the Final Agreement and to the expansion and consolidation of peace throughout its territory. We are delighted to recognize that the comprehensive implementation of the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace is one of the central thrusts of the strategy of the Government of President Petro Urrego. We are seeing concrete and significant progress. As we have already emphasized, in order to build peace, the State must extend its presence to all corners of the country, in particular in areas affected by the conflict and which have historically been marginalized.”
2023-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9374 (2023) · source
“We encourage increased cooperation among the States directly affected and additional efforts to prevent misinformation and ensure that the results of investigations are known soon, with due transparency.”
2023-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9373 (2023) · source
“We trust their objectivity and await the disclosure of information that may shed light on that act of sabotage, which resulted in immense economic losses and environmental damage. Brazil underscores the importance of the conclusions of the investigations in progress being disclosed as soon as possible. The consequences of the incident cause concern to the international community, especially in view of the proliferation, by the media, of narratives and unconfirmed versions of the events. We understand the need for secrecy and time for the proper conduct of procedures. However, the lack of responses, almost 10 months after the explosions, has produced anxieties and deepened tensions, even among members of the Council.”
2023-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9373 (2023) · source
“Mr. França Danese (Brazil): I thank the briefers for their views and assessments. I also take note of the letter circulated yesterday by Denmark, Germany and Sweden (S/2023/517). Immediately after the Nord Stream 1 and 2 gas pipeline explosions last September, Brazil, as well as other Council members, expressed deep concern about what was clearly a threat to international peace and security. We consider it essential to identify those responsible and hold them accountable for their actions. For that reason, last March, we supported a proposal for the launching of an international investigation, coordinated by the United Nations, in support of efforts by national authorities. We are aware that Denmark, Germany and Sweden are conducting investigations on the incident.”
2023-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9373 (2023) · source
“In its role as co-penholder with Switzerland, Brazil remains committed to seeking common ground and forging an essential compromise, and will keep to that commitment until the end.”
2023-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9371 (2023) · source
“On the other hand, we insist that the text that the co-penholders submitted is the best option for responding to the humanitarian imperative in Syria today. It provides for an extension of the current mechanism for a time period that corresponds more closely to that which was legitimately and authoritatively requested by all humanitarian actors, governmental and non-governmental, and in addition addresses legitimate concerns raised by Syria. Now the absolute priority is to ensure the uninterrupted and timely provision of crucial aid to all Syrians in need, regardless of any other political or ideological considerations. Given the continued disturbing impasse in the Council, it is paramount that we set aside political differences and respond effectively to the Syrian people’s call for humanitarian assistance.”
2023-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9371 (2023) · source
“Mr. França Danese (Brazil): Brazil abstained in the voting on draft resolution S/2023/507, some elements of which, it is important to note, we included in our co-penholders’ draft (S/2023/506). In our capacity as co-penholder on this very difficult file on the Security Council agenda, we worked tirelessly and transparently with our dear Swiss friends and partners in this to garner support for a consensus text guided by the humanitarian imperative. On one hand, Brazil has strong historical and human ties to Syria, especially because of the presence in our country of a long-established, sizable and vibrant Syrian-Brazilian community. We are deeply concerned about the acute humanitarian needs that the Syrian people are facing these days, especially in the wake of the deadly earthquake that hit it in February.”
2023-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9371 (2023) · source
“We are grateful to all Council members for their engagement to that end. The adoption of a consensual draft resolution on this crucial issue would show the unity and commitment of the Security Council with respect to humanitarian issues in general and to the needs of the Syrian people in this specific case. We now commend the draft resolution to the Council and ask all members to support it.”
2023-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9371 (2023) · source
“Even though we support their call for a 12-month extension, the text before members provides for a nine-month renewal. It is our renewed attempt for a compromise. The draft resolution would renew the authorization for the Bal Al-Hawa border crossing, but we also worked to help ensure that the language reflected the commitment to humanitarian assistance to all those in need in Syria through all modalities. It includes a paragraph on the cross-line modality and calls for an expansion of humanitarian operations, more funding for enhanced early-recovery activities, as well as humanitarian mine action. It also addresses the demand for the creation of conditions for safe, voluntary, informed and dignified returns. We believe this draft resolution is a fair compromise. It represents a balance between the different positions of Council members.”
2023-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9371 (2023) · source
“Mr. França Danese (Brazil): As co-penholders, Brazil and Switzerland actively and constructively engaged with all Security Council members, as well as partners in the region and other relevant stakeholders, both governmental and non-governmental, throughout intense negotiations during the past few weeks. We spared on effort to try to achieve a text as consensual as possible. Throughout, we were guided solely by the urgent humanitarian needs of the Syrian people. The result of our effort is the amended draft resolution (S/2023/506) that we have put for the consideration by Council members today. We listened carefully to the humanitarian actors on the ground. They firmly advocate for a year-long authorization as necessary to design and implement projects that go beyond life-saving supplies and that offer dignified solutions.”
2023-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9371 (2023) · source
“We encourage the international community to intensify its endeavours to promote economic and social development, preventing Haiti from descending into further violence and instability, and thus really helping it to overcome its present unsustainable situation.”
2023-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9368 (2023) · source
“Brazil stands ready to continue working with Haiti and key international partners in that regard. Finally, the escalating crises in Haiti are intensifying the need for humanitarian support. It is imperative that we respond to the immediate humanitarian requirements outlined in the 2023 humanitarian response plan , which is currently only 23 per cent funded. At the same time, we must address Haiti’s chronic food and nutrition insecurity by increasing investment in the country’s food systems. Brazil therefore emphasizes the critical importance of socioeconomic progress for addressing the crisis in Haiti in a sustainable manner. We reaffirm our commitment to place Haiti high in our international cooperation efforts.”
2023-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9368 (2023) · source
“As we intensify our negotiations to renew the mandate of the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti, it is vital to reinforce the mission in terms of security, capacity and resources. Those enhancements are vital for the mission to effectively carry out its mandate to assist Haiti in the current challenging and deteriorating circumstances. Brazil hopes that the Council will shortly reach an agreement, so that the draft resolution can be adopted by the end of next week. In the coming days and months, Haiti must remain at the forefront of our attention. The Council needs to closely follow new developments on the ground, while carefully considering new measures. Any security assistance for Haiti must fully align with Haitian needs and aspirations and be formulated with the comprehensive engagement of Haitian stakeholders.”
2023-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9368 (2023) · source
“We must ensure that Haitian crises are not fuelled or exploited for political or economic purposes, either from inside or outside the country. We remain hopeful that the Council’s sanctions regime, adopted last October, can and will play a positive role in facilitating a peaceful political understanding, especially by helping to sever the link between political and economic elites and the Haitian gangs. We take note of the report made by the Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2653 (2022) concerning Haiti regarding his recent visit to Haiti and the Dominican Republic and call upon the Committee to initiate its deliberations to impose sanctions with the full support of the international community.”
2023-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9368 (2023) · source
“The re-establishment of institutional normalcy in Haiti demands a comprehensive national political consensus. The Secretary-General acknowledged in his latest report (S/2023/492) that efforts have been made to broaden the political consensus and further implement the National Consensus for an Inclusive Transition and Transparent Elections, signed on 21 December 2022. In that regard, Brazil commends CARICOM’s support of inter-Haitian dialogue, particularly the organization of meetings involving key parties. Prime Minister Ariel Henry’s commitment to put in place a Government of national unity, appoint a Provisional Electoral Council and enlarge the High Transitional Council to include representatives from a broader political spectrum is a positive sign.”
2023-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9368 (2023) · source
“Brazil remains extremely concerned about the ongoing human rights abuses in the country, the alarming levels of food and nutrition insecurity and the far-reaching impact of gang violence in nearly all aspects of life in Port-au-Prince and other cities in Haiti. The rise of vigilante groups is further aggravating the situation. It is evident that the Haitian National Police lacks the necessary expertise and resources to respond adequately to its many challenges. Recognizing the multiple appeals from the Haitian Government for the deployment of an international specialized force to aid the Haitian National Police in curbing gang violence, Brazil supports further Council discussions aimed at identifying tangible actions to achieve that goal. The Haitian political stalemate exacerbates the country’s security and humanitarian crises.”
2023-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9368 (2023) · source
“Mr. França Danese (Brazil): I have just presented my credentials to the Secretary-General, António Guterres, and I am honoured to start today as the new Permanent Representative of Brazil. I thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General Maria Isabel Salvador Crespo and the Permanent Representative of Gabon for their comprehensive briefings. I also recognize the presence of Their Excellencies the Foreign Ministers of Haiti and the Dominican Republic and the Permanent Representative of Barbados. I am grateful for the important participation of Ms. Marie-Yolène Gilles, civil society representative, and His Excellency Mr. Andrew Holness, Prime Minister of Jamaica, on behalf of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). The dreadful security situation in Haiti has shown no signs of improvement since our previous meeting (see S/PV.9311).”
2023-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9368 (2023) · source