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first: 2013-04-17
most recent: 2016-07-28
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“In conclusion, all of those efforts will be in vain if the root causes of the conflicts and crises in Africa, the sources of chronic instability, are not addressed. National ownership and the inclusiveness of the processes designed to respond to those situations are essential in efforts to achieve sustainable peace, as are - and this has not been emphasized enough - political will on the part of leaders, the increased participation of women in all peacebuilding processes and their role as development actors and actors in conflict prevention and conflict resolution.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“Beyond the organization of the sector of extractive industries, that process has committed the countries concerned to strengthen governance of their public finances. That initiative could play a very useful role in the framework of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (General Assembly resolution 70/1) because it encourages resource-rich countries to mobilize their revenues to benefit sustainable development. The illegal exploitation of natural resources has long fuelled the terrible cycle of armed conflict and made economic and social development impossible. We need an inclusive approach on the part of all stakeholders so as to rebuild trust among populations and mend the social contract between them and the authorities.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“In that regard, we must underscore the international and regional initiatives aimed at improving transparency in the development and management of natural resources, including ensuring their traceability, ensuring that they do not fuel conflicts and ensuring transparency in financial flows resulting from the development of those resources. The rich natural resources of the African continent have not yet been transformed sufficiently into prosperity and employment opportunities for the population, nor into resources for the State. Proper and transparent governance of that sector is key for sustainable peace. The Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative is also worth noting.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“With regard to supporting the electoral process and post-election mediation, the United Nations and regional organizations have long been recognized as actors. It is important, however, that they agree upon shared principles. It is in the international community's interest that all stakeholders agree on the distribution of roles and on a common vision of what they want to accomplish in this area. As reflected in the Sustainable Development Goals, the establishment or re-establishment of accountable and effective institutions in countries emerging from conflict is crucial - whether in the justice, security or public-finance sectors - along with the support of the relevant partners, such as international and regional financial institutions.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“That entails maintaining, both upstream and downstream, a political space where the freedom of expression and assembly prevails for all political actors and every component of civil society. Numerous countries on the continent, including a number of countries emerging from conflicts, have recently held, or are expected soon to hold, elections. Such periods are often marked by fragility and renewed tensions. They deserve our renewed attention so as to avoid turning back the democratic progress already achieved and to sustain the progress made in peacebuilding. We must pay particular attention to ensuring the holding of free, transparent and inclusive elections, which goes hand-in-hand - as I have already mentioned - with respect for human rights, including civil liberties, during every phase of the electoral process.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“Given the situations Ijust mentioned, one point appears essential for the United Nations system in general, and the Security Council and the missions that it mandates in particular, namely, the fragile and sensitive nature of transition situations. A peace agreement is often only the first step, rather than the conclusion of a process. That is fully reflected in the concept of sustaining peace, which has been enshrined in identical resolutions of the Security Council (resolution 2282 (2016)) and the General Assembly (resolution 70/262). Belgium urges the Security Council to fully integrate the perspective of sustaining peace in its future deliberations and decisions. The holding of credible elections is a major challenge in the context of post-conflict and post-crisis transitions.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“Other countries that have made progress on the road to peacebuilding, such as Burundi, are again facing a crisis situation. South Sudan has just witnessed a new outbreak of violence and serious violations of human rights, nearly one year after signing a peace agreement. In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the road to rolling out the electoral process remains long, but positive steps have just been taken, such as the granting of collective and individual pardons, in order to foster a political climate of trust within the national dialogue. The concept note circulated for this debate (S/2016/586, annex) identifies a number of crucial elements for peacebuilding in Africa.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“Ms. Frankinet (Belgium) (spoke in French): I thank the Japanese presidency for convening this debate, which comes at a particularly crucial time for peacebuilding in Africa. My delegations aligns itself with the statement to be made on behalf of the European Union. I wish, however, to make the following comments in my national capacity. At the outset, it is necessary to underscore that Africa is not all made of one and the same cloth, and the diversity of situations there is great. The conditions in Africa vary from one subregion to the next. Peace, however, is struggling to take root in the various parts of the continent. Several African countries emerging from conflict are faced with significant challenges, such as Mali and the Central African Republic.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“Finally, I would like to also reiterate the support of Belgium and the Netherlands for initiatives aimed at minimizing the use of the veto. Like others, we firmly believe there should be a moratorium on the use of the veto in cases of genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes. We hope that this could be further explored by all Security Council members.”
2016-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7740 (2016) · source
“Thirdly, with regard to the operationalization of thematic debates, the Netherlands and Belgium believe that the concept notes set forth good practices to be implemented in all thematic debates - first by emphasizing the guidelines aimed at making the debates more succinct and action-oriented and, secondly, by issuing a clear, specific and operational outcome of the debate. To the extent possible and if relevant, operational outcomes of debates could also be pursued in other relevant United Nations forums. For example, the Council adopted a resolution on youth and terrorism at the end of last year (resolution 2250 (2015)). That initiative was followed up in June by a high-level thematic conversation in the General Assembly on children and youth affected by violent extremism.”
2016-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7740 (2016) · source
“Council members could also consider interacting more closely and flexibly with other bodies and individuals working actively on conflict prevention. We are thinking about, among others, the Peacebuilding Commission and its configuration Chairs, the special envoys of regional or subregional organizations and the Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide and Mass Atrocities. Arria Formula meetings could also involve more civil society actors working on conflict prevention. In addition, Council members could specifically consider measures to facilitate the use of Article 99 of the Charter of the United Nations as a key mechanism to help the Secretary-General call the attention of the Security Council to any matter that may threaten international peace and security.”
2016-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7740 (2016) · source
“We would like to draw the Council's attention to the concrete proposals made by the group and set out in the document on fair and clear procedures for a more effective United Nations sanctions system (S/2015/867, annex), which was sent to the Security Council on 12 November 2015. Belgium and the Netherlands would like the Council to consider those proposals in the framework of the review of presidential note S/2010/507. Secondly, with regard to strengthening the Council's capacity in the area of prevention, we think that it would be worth exploring the revival of the practice of the wrap-up briefings, or coming up with an innovative formula that stimulates reflection and action on the root causes of conflict and the timely consideration of emerging conflicts.”
2016-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7740 (2016) · source
“Ms. Frankinet (Beligium) (spoke in French): It is my honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and the Kingdom of Belgium. Following the recommendations set out in your concept note (S/2016/585, annex), Sir, and mindful of the end goal of improving the Security Council's inclusiveness, transparency and effectiveness and building further on important work that has been done over the past years, I would like to focus on three action-oriented topics. First, with regard to strengthening procedures in sanctions regimes, which includes ensuring the fairness of those procedures, Belgium and the Netherlands are part of the Group of Like-minded States on Targeted Sanctions.”
2016-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7740 (2016) · source
“In the context of prevention and the Security Council's response, we thank France for the efforts it has made and for the leadership demonstrated through its initiative on restraining the use of the veto.”
2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source
“Belgium will shortly assume leadership ofthe European mission in Mali for the training of Malian troops, starting this summer, in close cooperation with MINUSMA, in order for those troops to also be able to assume, in a sustainable manner, their responsibility to protect civilians. Finally, the best protection for civilians is, ofcourse, prevention. The Secretary-General's Human Rights Up Front initiative makes a significant contribution in that regard. Here, we also wish to acknowledge the positive role played by the Special Adviser to the Secretary- General on the Prevention of Genocide, who, from the beginning of the crisis in the Central African Republic, has alerted the Security Council to the grave violations of human rights and the cycle of violence that has been unleashed.”
2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source
“The United Nations and Member States must also act decisively against crimes committed by peacekeepers or mission staffagainst civilians, for whose protection they are responsible. In that regard, we welcome the policy of zero tolerance with regard to sexual exploitation and abuse, which was set by the Secretary-General. Thirdly, there is political preparation. I would like to make three brief comments in that connection. First, the Kigali Principles on the Protection of Civilians, which Belgium has recently endorsed and pursuant to which Member States undertake to fully implement protection-of-civilians mandates, represent an important step in the right direction. Secondly, we must do more to ensure that all staff members of peacekeeping operations are better prepared to protect civilians.”
2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source
“Here, we welcome the efforts of the Government of the Central African Republic to establish a special criminal court, supported by a joint arrangement between the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) and the United Nations Development Programme. The fact that the Security Council has, at the request of the Central African authorities, mandated MINUSCA to support the operation of the special criminal court, particularly in its operational activities, seems to us to be a very positive element. Similarly, we welcome the fact that the mandate of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) includes support for the efforts of the Malian authorities, which, in 2012, referred the violations there to the International Criminal Court.”
2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source
“Action by MONUSCO must be extend not only to areas in the east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where violence is rampant, but also to cover the security risks that may accompany the electoral process. We look forward to taking note of the measures taken or proposed by MONUSCO in that context in the next report of the Secretary-General. Secondly, there is the fight against impunity. Those responsible for the most serious crimes cannot remain unpunished. Peacekeeping operations should be equipped with the capacity and expertise to provide, in a professional manner, the desired support for the procedures initiated by national or international jurisdictions.”
2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source
“We welcome the decision of the Secretary- General with regard to the deployment in peacekeeping operations of senior advisers responsible for developing a comprehensive strategy for the protection of civilians. The effective implementation of protection-ofcivilians mandates rests on the establishment of strategies that take advantage of all available tools and that take into account the fact that, ultimately, the protection of civilians can be guaranteed in a sustainable manner only by political solutions. I take this opportunity to touch upon the revised mandate of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO), in which the protection of civilians is a central priority.”
2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source
“Regarding the mandate ofpeacekeeping operations, many challenges persist in terms of the effective implementation of protection-of-civilians mandates in peacekeeping operations. Such a large and complex task requires the full engagement of the troop- and police-contributing countries, as well as careful planning. Missions should be able to rely on precise, clear, coherent and realistic mandates that are adapted to the needs of the field. The protection of civilians cannot be treated as a static given; rather, it requires a tailored approach. Priority must be given to the protection of civilians in the mandates of peacekeeping operations; a phased approach should be used, accompanied by greater coherence across the United Nations system on the ground.”
2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source
“That trend is particularly visible in Syria, where parties to the conflict continue to hinder the delivery of humanitarian assistance. We call on the parties to the conflict in Syria to ensure humanitarian access to the civilian population. In that connection, we recall the recent adoption of resolution 2286 (2016), co-sponsored by Belgium. We reiterate our call on the Security Council to refer the situation in Syria to the International Criminal Court, and, of course, we must, at the same time, continue efforts to find a political solution to the crisis. With regard to the protection of civilians in the context of peacekeeping operations, I would like to touch on three points: the mandates of peacekeeping operations, the fight against impunity and political preparation.”
2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source
“Ms. Frankinet (Belgium) (spoke in French): As you requested, Mr. President, I will deliver a condensed version of my statement. Belgium fully associates itself with the statement to be delivered by the observer of the European Union, as well as with the statement delivered by the representative of Switzerland on behalf of the Group of Friends of the Protection of Civilians. The situation of civilians in armed conflict has deteriorated seriously. Indiscriminate attacks and attacks directly targeting civilians are on the rise. Schools and hospitals are being bombed, and access to food and water is being deliberately restricted. A growing number of parties to armed conflicts choose to ignore the most basic rules of international humanitarian law.”
2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source
“Finally, my delegation would like to conclude by emphasizing the importance of the recommendation of the Secretary-General calling on the Security Council to fully include the issue of sexual violence in conflict in the work of the sanctions committees and to ensure that they avail themselves of the advice of experts in the field. The indisputable legitimacy of sanctions adopted in this context will greatly enhance our collective efforts in the fight against this scourge, which Belgium is committed to continue unabated.”
2016-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7704 (2016) · source
“As noted by the Special Rapporteur, the nature and form of trafficking in conflict situations differ by gender, and trafficking for sexual exploitation affects women and girls disproportionately. Furthermore, Belgium shares the concerns expressed about the impact of conflict on child trafficking. Belgium is particularly concerned about the Secretary-General's observation concerning the danger posed by the fact that in countries where women do not have the right to pass on their nationality to their children, where births are not registered and where children, particularly those born of rape, find themselves marginalized, children are even further exposed.”
2016-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7704 (2016) · source
“Belgium also wishes to point out, as does the Secretary-General, the importance of clearly understanding the link between human trafficking and sexual violence during and after conflict. Current conflicts are increasingly linked to human trafficking, especially in women and children, whose vulnerability is exacerbated by the conflicts themselves. Belgium is therefore pleased that this link between human trafficking and conflict was chosen by the Special Rapporteur as the theme of her latest report, whose great relevance my delegation would like to highlight. For its part, Belgium is committed to implement its new national action plan against human trafficking for the period 2015-2019, in which the gender dimension has also been taken into account.”
2016-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7704 (2016) · source
“Along with protecting women and girls against sexual violence, that is one of the main goals of our second national action plan, covering the period 2013-2016, on the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000). It is against that backdrop that Belgium intends to support the call of the Secretary-General to give women the means to participate in efforts to encourage families and communities to resist the terrorist strategy on sexual violence. My country also believes that it is imperative to work with traditional and religious leaders, who can help to turn back on the perpetrators of sexual violence the stigmatization with which victims are being regularly targeted.”
2016-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7704 (2016) · source
“First, Belgium endorses the conclusion of the Secretary-General that suppression is an essential element in preventing sexual violence related to conflict, including by terrorist and violent extremist groups. The Special Rapporteur also underscores that when it comes to trafficking in persons in conflict situations, and she identifies fragile or non-existent justice systems as a contributing factor to trafficking. That is a reason that Belgium has made the fight against impunity a priority. In that regard, my delegation would like to mention that, on 7 June, along with UN-Women, it will hold an event on the occasion ofthe publication of the book entitled Prosecuting Conflict-Related Sexual Violence." Lessons Learned From the ICTY. The integration of the gender dimension is another key element in the fight against sexual violence.”
2016-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7704 (2016) · source
“Ms. Frankinet (Belgium) (spoke in French): My delegation would like to start by conveying its gratitude to you, Mr. President, for having organized this debate as well as for the opportunity afforded Belgium to participate therein. The fight against sexual violence is a priority for Belgium. My country wishes to thank the Secretary- General for his report (S/2016/36l) and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict for her untiring commitment to the cause. My country welcomes also the presence of the Special Rapporteur on trafficking in human beings and thanks her for briefing this morning. My delegation fully supports the statement delivered on behalf of the European Union. I shall therefore limit my remarks to a few points of particular importance for Belgium.”
2016-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7704 (2016) · source
“Belgium is studying the possibility of deploying again this year a logistics support ship as part of the Africa Partnership Station. In conclusion, I should like to emphasize the need for consistency in the fight against maritime crime with the improvement of the living conditions of local populations. Any lasting solution will indeed include a comprehensive approach that addresses the root causes of the problem, taking into account the factors that fuel them, such as governance gaps and poverty. Treating the causes of the problem is to act in order to prevent their exacerbation or re-emergence. Belgium therefore welcomes the Council's adoption of presidential statement S/PRST/2016/4, which contains a set of concrete recommendations on the means to that end.”
2016-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7675 (2016) · source
“A particularly fruitful partnership example is the one developed with Benin in which Belgium is currently cooperating in the training of personnel for three new patrol boats and in the training of marines. Belgium also regularly provides ships from its navy as part of the international initiative "Africa Partnership Station" which aims to develop military, coast-guard and marine expertise of African coastal nations. That was the case, for example, in 2014, with a logistics support ship and, in 2015, a frigate. During the latter deployment, the Belgian frigate trained on board sailors from Togo, Gabon, Congo and Benin. It also participated in the exercise Obangame Express, conducted in the Gulf of Guinea to help local forces develop their capacity to fight illegal maritime activities.”
2016-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7675 (2016) · source
“As for Belgium, we stand alongside the West African States and are committed to supporting them in their fight against maritime crime. My country is a member of the Group of Seven Plus Friends of the Gulf of Guinea, whose action is aimed at coordinating maritime capacity-building initiatives undertaken by various international partners. Belgium has also actively participated in the development of the European Union Maritime Security Strategy and its related Gulf of Guinea 2015-2020 Action Plan. Furthermore, Belgian bilateral initiatives are in line with the Action Plan. Accordingly, Belgium is active in strengthening the national maritime, military and civilian capabilities of several coastal States in the Gulf of Guinea through training activities it sponsors.”
2016-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7675 (2016) · source
“Given that the Gulf of Guinea is a place of intense economic activity and trade, the fight against maritime insecurity there is a challenge that goes beyond the sphere of purely security matters. Ownership of this issue by the coastal States is therefore crucial. Just as important is the establishment of regional cooperation structures that will allow for greater effectiveness in the fight against the various forms of maritime crime. We welcome in this respect the establishment, in Yaounde, pursuant to the decision taken at the Summit of the West African and Central African Heads of State in June 2013, of the Interregional Coordination Centre for Maritime Safety and Security in the Gulf of Guinea. It is our hope that this important tool for regional cooperation becomes fully operational as soon as possible.”
2016-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7675 (2016) · source
“Ms. Frankinet (Belgium) (spoke in French): I thank you, Mr. President, and the delegations of Senegal and Angola, for having taken the initiative to hold today's debate. I also thank Mr. Zerihoun for his briefing. Belgium aligns itself with the statement to be made by the observer of the European Union. I wish now to make the following remarks in my national capacity. Today, as the risk of piracy seems to be decreasing in the Horn of Africa, maritime insecurity is growing in the Gulf of Guinea. This development is worrying because it carries instability at a time when the West Africa is facing other challenges posed by illicit trafficking and the proximity of the terrorist threat in the Sahel.”
2016-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7675 (2016) · source
“In the same vein, Belgium encourages all African countries to ratify the Maputo Protocol, also known as the Protocol to the African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights on the Rights of Women in Africa. Women are a force for peace. It is essential that they be able to play their role fully as political actors in the service of peace, security and post-conflict reconstruction.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Nevertheless, my country regrets that women continue to be underrepresented at the decision-making level from the outset of mediation processes, and poorly represented in the implementation phase. Belgium hopes that its 2015-2017 national action plan on women, peace and security will help to address those shortcomings. In conclusion, I should like to stress that Belgium will continue to pursue the implementation of its own plan of action and to give priority, both on the policy and operational fronts, to the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000). Belgium calls on all countries to take into account the resolution's provisions on protection, participation and prevention.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“To contribute to that goal on the African continent, Belgium contributes â‚¬2 million to the implementation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo of the UN- Women project there that supports the rights and participation of Congolese women in the framework of resolution 1325 (2000). That project invests in supporting economic empowerment and training within the area of women's leadership. In Mali, Belgium co-chairs with UN-Women the group of donors on the issue of gender. Belgium welcomes the increased number of women in the Malian Government following the latest ministerial reshuffling and sees it as a positive development in the acceptance of women's key role.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Numerous studies show that women's participation increases the effectiveness of humanitarian aid, the credibility and quality of peacekeeping operations, the rate of economic recovery in post-conflict situations and the durability of peace agreements. Belgium wishes to commend all the initiatives taken in Africa to increase the participation of women in the prevention of violence and early warning systems. However, it is disappointing to note that the participation of women in conflict prevention, peace processes and post-conflict political transition remains a great challenge. In our view, mixed-gender representation remains the best way of ensuring a balanced decision-making process that takes into account the whole population and all other important factors.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Ms. Frankinet (Belgium) (spoke in French): Belgium fully aligns itself with the statement made on behalf of the European Union, and in my national capacity I would like to make the following observations. My delegation would first like to thank the Angolan presidency for having organized this debate and for the opportunity for us to participate. My delegation also thanks all the participants for their statements. The participation of women in conflict resolution is a priority for Belgium at both the national and international levels, illustrated by the fact that one of the six pillars of our own national action plan on women and peace and security is dedicated to it. Women must be able to decide their own fate and contribute to conflict prevention and resolution and peacebuilding.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“However, it is a very long-term process that requires a strong political will and the commitment of all concerned stakeholders. Belgium therefore welcomes the adoption of resolution 2151 (2014) and calls on the Security Council to ensure its follow-up. As has already been stated in the Council, every conflict is unique. There is no universal, ready- made solution, but it is essential to recognize that making peace and security sustainable requires a firm commitment to prevention.”
2015-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7561 (2015) · source
“The current review of the peacebuilding architecture affords us the opportunity to make progress to that end. In that regard, I welcome the presence of the Chair of the Peacebuilding Commission at today's meeting. Without consensus among the permanent Council members, our early warning and prevention mechanisms will be for naught. Belgium supports the initiative led by France, Mexico and the Accountability, Coherence and Transparency group to promote the voluntary limitation ofthe use ofthe right of veto in cases ofmass atrocities. Finally, the Security Council is regularly called on to define mandates on the strengthening of institutions and the rule of law, particularly in the security and justice sectors. Security sector reform is indeed a decisive component in stabilizing peace, peacebuilding and conflict prevention.”
2015-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7561 (2015) · source
“We therefore welcome the emphasis that has been placed on that point of view in the report of the Secretary- General on the implementation of recommendations of the High-level Independent Panel on Peace Operations (see S/2015/446). The Security Council can heighten its understanding of the link among peace, security, development and human rights through field visits focused on prevention or information-gathering, and by paying the required attention to information emanating from the field itself, including from outside traditional channels. Civil society should be heard more often, including in Arria Formula meetings. The advisory role of the Peacebuilding Commission must carry more weight in the eyes of the Security Council, for example in the cases of countries in transition or when a situation is no longer seen as urgent.”
2015-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7561 (2015) · source
“The United Nations has excellent prevention tools at its disposal, such as the good offices ofthe Secretary- General and his special envoys, the Standby Team of Senior Mediation Advisers, peace and development advisers, regional offices, the Office on Genocide Prevention and Responsibility to Protect and the Human Rights Up Front initiative. Furthermore, the United Nations could make better use of its significant presence in the field, including, for example, peace missions, country teams, human rights offices and humanitarian teams. Above all, the system must operate more consistently in order to prevent conflict, both in risk analysis and at the operational level.”
2015-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7561 (2015) · source
“The Security Council is not indifferent to the idea that security, development and human rights must be treated in an integrated manner. However, the results in terms of conflict prevention and establishing lasting peace remain debatable. The marked increase in crises and their nature oblige us to reconsider the gravity and attention that we accord to conflict prevention. In Syria, Libya, the Central African Republic or South Sudan, the conflicts have become enmired and more complex with every passing year, entailing serious humanitarian consequences and threats to those countries' future. We must attach greater importance to the early warning signs of conflict, including not only serious human rights violations and language inciting intolerance, hatred or radicalization, but also social, economic and religious marginalization.”
2015-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7561 (2015) · source
“Ms. Frankinet (Belgium) (Spoke in French): First, Belgium joins in today's expressions of sympathy to France and the French people. Experience and facts reveal an inextricable link between peace and security, on the one hand, and inclusive and sustainable development, on the other. Resolution 2171 (2014) and the presidential statement of 19 January (S/PRST/2015/3) recognize this interdependence and the need to develop a global and integrated approach to addressing the underlying causes of conflicts and preventing them. This means in particular strengthening the rule of law and institutions, promoting sustainable and inclusive development, combating poverty and exclusion, promoting good governance and democracy, and encouraging political and religious tolerance.”
2015-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7561 (2015) · source
“In conclusion, I want to emphasize the fact that Belgium is committed to continue to implement its national plan and to give political and operational priority to the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000).”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“Mohammed this morning illustrated. The persistent cycles of conflicts and of fragile situations, among other things, have been exacerbated by new weapons technologies and new threats, such as the rise in violent extremism, which has spread easily thanks to the new information technologies. Women and girls have a key role to play because they can constitute one of the most effective voices in combating violent extremism - as mothers, sisters and wives, but also in the many other roles they have in the society that they live in. We must support them and provide them with the requisite tools to help them defend the values of tolerance and respect for others.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“Belgium actively supports the participation of women in that country and contributes to the implementation of the â‚¬2 million UN-Women project there that supports the rights and participation of Congolese women in the framework of resolution 1325 (2000). A global study demonstrates that genuine participation by women increases the effectiveness of humanitarian aid, the credibility and quality of peacekeeping operations, the speediness of economic recovery inpost-conflict situations and the sustainability of peace agreements. It is therefore disappointing to note that the same study reveals that, 15 years later, the participation of women in peace processes and in post-conflict political transitions remains a significant challenge. The peace and security situation is different today as compared to 15 years ago, as the testimony of Ms.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“Currently, all the relevant Belgian stakeholders are focusing their efforts on implementing the second national action plan on women and peace and security. That detailed plan, which spans 2013-2016, focuses on six priority goals, including the protection of women and girls against all forms ofviolence, including sexual violence, and the participation of women in peacekeeping and peacebuilding processes. The plan includes areas of action and follow-up instruments for each of those six goals. Given that the Democratic Republic of the Congo is one of the three target countries of Belgium's national action plan, my delegation would like to thank Ms. Julienne Lusenge for her briefing on the situation in that country.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“Ms. Frankinet (Belgium) (spoke in French): My delegation would first like to thank you, Mr. President, for organizing this debate and for the opportunity afforded to Belgium to take part. My delegation awould also like to thank the Secretary-General, the Executive Director of UN-Women and the representatives of civil society for their briefings. Belgium welcomes the adoption by the Security Council of resolution 2242 (2015), which it was pleased to have sponsored. I fully align myself with the statement made by the observer of the European Union, and would like to make the following comments in my national capacity. From its inception, Belgium has strongly supported the women and peace and security agenda.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“This has to be done in full respect of the law, which is essential for the victims and their families and friends, and without falling into the trap of any kind of politicization. We commend the progress achieved by the international air safety investigation carried out in accordance with the guidelines ofthe International Civil Aviation Organization. The Joint Investigation Team, in which the Belgian judicial authorities participate, is pursuing its inquiry in a totally independent and objective way, in cooperation with all interested parties. We must ensure that this essential work has a judicial follow-up that will meet the expectations of the families and next of kin of the victims, in a timely manner, so that impunity will not prevail over the rule of law and human dignity.”
2015-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7498 (2015) · source