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Gómez Robledo Verduzco

lines on the record: 268
first: 2021-09-15
most recent: 2023-04-24
sittings or episodes: 50
sources: un-security-council

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“We call on the Government of South Sudan to accelerate measures, particularly in the area of security, such as the unification of forces and aspects of the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration process. Progress is also needed in passing legislation to make available the necessary resources to implement those provisions. In short, claiming to justify delays in the implementation of the Agreement by invoking the arms embargo merely casts doubt on the Government’s sincerity in complying with the Revitalized Peace Agreement. As mentioned previously, South Sudan is unfortunately prone to constant flash floods, which this year have affected nearly 850,000 people.”
2021-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8931 (2021) · source
“We will closely follow the progress in the establishment of the electoral assistance team, and we hope that an inclusive and legitimate organizational process will lead to free, fair, credible and peaceful elections. In that regard, we note that the establishment of the specialized committees is necessary for the Transitional National Legislative Assembly to move forward and adopt the law for the constitution-making process, which is a prerequisite for holding elections. We call for increased efforts to ensure that the National Assembly and state assemblies operate without impediments and with a minimum 35 per cent women’s participation. Progress must also be made in the implementation of the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan, which has thus far been minimal and selective.”
2021-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8931 (2021) · source
“Mr. Gómez Robledo Verduzco (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): I thank Special Representative Haysom and Ms. Wafaa Saeed for their briefings this morning. We also warmly congratulate Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy and his team for their diligence in leading the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2206 (2015), concerning South Sudan, as well as for their leadership in the Committee’s successful mission to South Sudan last month, despite the inexplicable and persistent obstacles with regard to the situation of the Panel of Experts. Mexico recognizes the important role played by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) in the coordination of the strategic vision and for the support it is providing to conduct elections at the end of the transition period.”
2021-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8931 (2021) · source
“On a positive note, we welcome today’s announcement of the agreement reached with the Niger on the relocation of persons in Arusha. We thank the Niger for its willingness to cooperate and its profound sense of solidarity. Finally, we stress that, 11 years after the adoption of resolution 1966 (2010), the Mechanism continues to fulfil its mandate. Therefore, Mexico will support the efforts of the Fifth Committee to ensure that the Mechanism’s budget is not unduly affected. The provision of justice should not be subjected to criteria of efficiency and savings motivated by narrow and bureaucratic concerns.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8927 (2021) · source
“We reiterate that cooperation is mandatory, so that the failure to comply with the requirements of Security Council resolution 1966 (2010) is unacceptable. One cannot claim in one case that the situation in the territory of the former Yugoslavia demands full compliance with the Council’s rulings and at the same time ignore other resolutions for which compliance forms part of the reparations due to the entire international community in general and to the victims in particular. With regard to cooperation, we underline the importance of redoubling efforts aimed at the location, arrest and prosecution of the remaining fugitives. As mentioned earlier, that is a priority if the Mechanism is to be able to complete its residual functions and those cases are not to go unpunished.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8927 (2021) · source
“All the resources we invest in this are fully justified, but they will always be insufficient in the face of the unspeakable suffering endured by the victims and their families. With regard to the other two judgments rendered in the reporting period, we note the outcome in the Nzabonimpa and Stanišić and Simatović cases, as well as the ongoing appeals. Similarly, we note the progress in the Félicien Kabuga case and will remain attentive to the commencement of the trial. The progress that has already been made is a very positive sign for the victims of the genocide in Rwanda. With respect to contempt, like most Council members, we express our deep concern about the repeated failure to comply with the arrest and surrender warrants issued in the Jojić and Radeta case.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8927 (2021) · source
“The commitment of the judges, the Prosecutor’s Office, the Office of the Registrar of the Mechanism and the overall team has been crucial in making these results possible. I highlight the confirmation of the judgment in the Mladić case in June. The conclusion of this case is proof that, when it comes to mass atrocities, there is no room for impunity, despite the time and challenges to arrest and subsequently try those responsible. With that in mind — and recalling that just last week we commemorated the seventy-third anniversary of the adoption of the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide and the anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights — we must reaffirm our faith in accountability as a fundamental pillar for reconciliation and rebuilding the social fabric.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8927 (2021) · source
“Mr. Gómez Robledo Verduzco (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): Like the other delegations that have taken the floor before me, I would like to thank Judge Carmel Agius and Prosecutor Brammertz for their detailed reports, as transmitted by the Secretary-General in document S/2021/694. I welcome, of course, the presence among us of the representatives of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Serbia and Rwanda. Mexico also welcomes the progress reported in the ninth report of the Mechanism. Taking into consideration the restrictions imposed by the pandemic, as well as other unforeseen circumstances, such as the death of a judge, reaching rulings in three cases is a very significant achievement.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8927 (2021) · source
“I conclude by expressing Mexico’s full support for the work being done by the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan and underscore the importance of coordinating subregional, regional and international efforts to support the Sudan’s democratic transition and the aspirations of the Sudanese people for a future that is inclusive and peaceful and in which there is full respect for human rights, whose declaration — the Universal Declaration of Human Rights — was adopted on this day in Paris and is celebrating another anniversary.”
2021-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8925 (2021) · source
“Of those, 2,000 people, mostly women and girls, have crossed the border into Chad seeking of refuge. Dozens are reported dead, entire villages burned, incidents of sexual violence and disappeared children. The tensions continue, and the risk of a spillover effect on the rest of the region is high. While recognizing the actions of local authorities to address this situation, we urgently call for a hastening of efforts to reduce tensions, investigate incidents and prevent a resurgence of violence. We must also recall the need to expedite the full implementation of the National Plan for the Protection of Civilians, as civilian protection is the sole responsibility of the Sudan, despite the turbulent situation it is experiencing.”
2021-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8925 (2021) · source
“Accountability, transparency and strengthening the rule of law are principles on which the Sudan’s democratic transition must continue to be built. Fourthly, we must stress that there are still four cases in which the handover of the accused to the International Criminal Court is still pending. Mexico calls for the authorities to hand over Mr. Al-Bashir, Mr. Hussein and Mr. Harun, who are already detained, as a matter of priority and in line with the commitment to cooperate with the Court expressed by the authorities of the Sudan. The developments in Khartoum should not, and must not, divert attention from the deplorable situation in Darfur. Since November, more than 10,000 people are reported to have been displaced by violence in Jebel Moon, west of Darfur, as well as to the north of that region.”
2021-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8925 (2021) · source
“The partnership between the civilian and military branches should be seen only as a temporary source of stability until the peaceful transfer of power to a democratically elected civilian-led Government takes place. In that regard, the attention given to the organization of the elections will be crucial. Thirdly, the commitment of the Sudan’s authorities to release all political prisoners must also include those detained after the military coup of 25 October, including journalists, activists and human rights defenders. It is a priority to conduct the relevant investigations on the disproportionate use of force, alleged human rights violations, as well as the deaths and other incidents that occurred in the context of the demonstrations.”
2021-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8925 (2021) · source
“First, I reiterate that the full implementation of the 21 November agreement must be inclusive, effective and aimed at fostering an atmosphere of peace and national reconciliation. In addition, the conduct of the Constitutional Conference to discuss the modification of the Constitutional Document must be a transparent, peaceful and democratic process, with the full participation of women. Secondly, the re-establishment of the transitional Government, including the formation of a civilian Government composed of independent national experts, must reflect the plurality of voices in the Sudan and invariably include the participation of women.”
2021-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8925 (2021) · source
“The response of the Sudanese people to the October coup has been unequivocal — overwhelmingly in support of a civilian-led transitional Government that guarantees the promotion and protection of the rights of all Sudanese people and ensures that the Sudan remains on a democratic path. Mexico therefore views the 21 November political agreement as a first step towards the full restoration of constitutional order and a transitional Government. But it is critical that the transition continue to be guided by the Constitutional Document and the Juba Peace Agreement. In other words, the November political agreement is not enough on its own. I would like to stress the importance of the Security Council following up on several issues in a timely manner.”
2021-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8925 (2021) · source
“Mr. Gómez Robledo Verduzco (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): I thank Special Representative Volker Perthes for his briefing, and especially for his good offices over the past few months. Mexico also thanks the Permanent Representative of Estonia for his contribution to the Sudan in his capacity as Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1591 (2005), concerning the Sudan. My delegation greatly appreciates the information they shared today and their stewardship at such a volatile juncture. I would also like to welcome the representative of the Sudan to today’s meeting. The past quarter offers a glimpse of the fragile political balance in the Sudan and of the need, today more than ever, for the parties to endorse and sustain their commitment and efforts towards dialogue.”
2021-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8925 (2021) · source
“There are no further speakers on the list. I invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 12.05 p.m.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“Finally, Mexico welcomes the fact that, in recent weeks, Iraq has shown great diplomatic activism in the region and, above all, has demonstrated the political will to rebuild bridges of cooperation with neighbouring countries. We hope that the recent parliamentary election will be a turning point in democracy-building in Iraq and in the entire Middle East. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. The representative of the Russian Federation has asked for the floor to make a further statement.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“This practice runs the risk of de facto broadening the exceptions to the general prohibition of the use of force, as enshrined in Article 2, paragraph 4, of the Charter and in the unwavering jurisprudence of the International Court of Justice. This is an aberration that we cannot accept and one that undermines Iraq’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. I would also like to applaud the recent cooperation between Iraq and Kuwait in moving forward with the handover of the remains of Kuwaiti and other nationals so that they may be returned to their homeland, as well as other property that disappeared during the conflict, including national archives, which are important for the recovery of memory for the Kuwaiti people. We urge both countries to continue this cooperation.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“Furthermore, we deplore the seven executions that took place in August, which brings the total number of executions in Iraq in 2021 to 19. Mexico reiterates its categorical rejection under any circumstances of the imposition of the death penalty. Capital punishment is cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment, with irreparable consequences. We urge the Iraqi Government to abolish or declare a moratorium on the application of the death penalty. Furthermore, Mexico reiterates once again its deep concern over the abuse of the invocation of Article 51 of the Charter of the United Nations in the context of the fight against terrorism.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“We would like to highlight the participation of women candidates and women who went to the polls. It is now essential that the Iraqi political forces give them their rightful place in the formation of the next Government and at all levels of decision-making. Likewise, this new Government must include members of the various minorities that make up Iraq. The holding of free and transparent elections is certainly one of the elements for the construction of a democratic State, but it is not the only one. In this regard, Mexico notes with concern the little progress that has been made in terms of accountability for human rights violations, especially those related to the repression of demonstrators and the mistreatment of detainees.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“In this regard, we recognize the efforts of IHEC and the security forces, as well as the follow-up and technical assistance provided by UNAMI, among other actors, which were crucial in the organization and unfolding of election day. I would like to recall that one of Mexico’s first international cooperation actions in electoral matters was actually in Iraq, in 2005, with the training of the first members of the Independent Election Commission of Iraq. Unfortunately, and this is something we sincerely regret, we observed that the participation of the electorate on election day was limited. Accordingly, one of the challenges that the new Government must address will be to restore confidence in the country’s institutions, for which, as we have already said, it will be necessary to undertake a series of reforms.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Mexico. Just as other members of the Council have done, I thank the Special Representative and Ms. Kabashi, for the information they have given us and for their assessment of the situation in Iraq. I also welcome the presence among us of the Permanent Representative of Iraq. I begin by echoing the recent Security Council press statement (SC/14692) that unequivocally condemned the attack against Prime Minister Al-Kadhimi. We also condemn the constant threats being made against the staffs of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) and the Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC). At the same time, Mexico warmly congratulates the Government of Iraq for organizing the recent parliamentary elections.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“I thank Ms. Kabashi for her briefing. I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“I thank Special Representative Hennis-Plasschaert for the valuable information she provided and for her assessment of the situation in Iraq. I now give the floor to Ms. Kabashi.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2021/930, which contains the thirty- second report of the Secretary-General pursuant to paragraph 4 of Security Council resolution 2107 (2013), document S/2021/932, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the electoral process in Iraq, and document S/2021/946, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the implementation of resolution 2576 (2021). I now give the floor to Ms. Hennis-Plasschaert.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Iraq to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite Ms. Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq, and Ms. Amal Kabashi, Coordinator of the Iraqi Women’s Network, to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“I thank Ms. Devoto for her closing remarks and for her participation throughout the day. As there are no more speakers on the list, I would like to once again thank all the speakers who have joined us today. I would like to thank the Member States and the regional groups that have so far submitted written statements on the subject of the debate. Statements received by the end of the day will be included in the compilation of statements for this meeting, and we look forward to receiving further contributions. The meeting rose at 4.30 p.m.”
2021-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8909Resumption1 (2021) · source
“There are still a number of speakers remaining on the list for this meeting. I wish to remind all speakers to limit their statements to no more than four minutes in order to enable the Council to carry out its work expeditiously. I now give the floor to the representative of Brazil.”
2021-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8909Resumption1 (2021) · source
“I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 11.55 a.m.”
2021-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8903 (2021) · source
“Mexico also considers it essential to support the efforts of the Peacebuilding Commission and the Special Coordinator for Development in the Sahel to improve the living conditions of the population. Coordination among the various actors operating in the Sahel is vital if we are to reach the 29 million people in the area who are in need of some kind of assistance or protection. Finally, my country calls on Mali and Chad to commit to the restoration of constitutional order, in accordance with their commitments to the international community. The Security Council, for its part, must continue to support the efforts of the Economic Community of West African States, particularly in Mali. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers.”
2021-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8903 (2021) · source
“Moreover, any Council decision concerning the Joint Force should consider the experience of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali in providing logistical support to the Joint Force so as to anticipate problems in the implementation of the Force’s mandate. The second point I wish to highlight is the need to give priority support to reforms that contribute to improving governance in the countries of the region. For international cooperation in the Sahel to bear fruit — whether in terms of security or to promote an ambitious peacebuilding and democratic governance agenda — the political commitment of national Governments is indispensable.”
2021-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8903 (2021) · source
“First, any assistance lent to the Joint Force must be utilized in a manner that is fully compliant with the Charter of the United Nations, international humanitarian law and international human rights law. It is critical that the members of the Joint Force receive training in that regard, as we indicated during the Council’s visit to the Niger. The same is true for the members of mechanisms that investigate and ensure accountability when there are allegations of human rights violations. Furthermore, it is essential that the members of the Joint Force take the necessary political and operational decisions to strengthen the Force’s multinational character and align the level of commitment of its members in order to achieve common objectives.”
2021-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8903 (2021) · source
“First, Mexico takes note of the Secretary-General’s proposals to provide predictable and sustained support to the Joint Force of the Group of Five for the Sahel. In that regard, my country reiterates its readiness to participate constructively in discussions to respond to the legitimate needs of the countries of the region and particularly, those of the Joint Force. We do not understand the reservations expressed in that connection. If all terrorist acts indeed threats to international peace and security, as established in resolutions 1368 (2001) and 1373 (2001), the United Nations has a role to play in addition to bilateral efforts. Mexico insists that, in any future negotiation on this issue, United Nations support for the Joint Force must be contingent upon political assurances from the Member States, in return, with two objectives.”
2021-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8903 (2021) · source
“We deplore the increase in the frequency and lethality of terrorist attacks in the tri-border area, and I take this opportunity to express our condolences to the Representative of the Niger for the victims of the 2 and 4 November attacks in the Tillabéri region. Mexico is convinced that this security problem requires much more than a military response. We agree with the various points made at this and past meetings on the need to address the root causes of the conflicts in the Sahel. Ms. Sinaré’s briefing has also shown us the importance of including women as agents of change. We note with concern that initiatives to strengthen the civilian component of the regional strategy have not made significant progress. In that context, my delegation wishes to highlight two issues.”
2021-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8903 (2021) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Mexico. I of course thank the other members of the Council, Under-Secretary-General LaCroix, the Permanent Representative of Chad and Ms. Sinaré, for their briefings this morning. The Security Council’s visit to the region allowed us to see the scale of the challenges it faces. At the same time, it gave us the opportunity to see the progress that can be achieved when international cooperation is combined with strong governance and democratic legitimacy, as is the case in the Niger. It is undeniable that insecurity is its main problem, fuelled by the growing activity of terrorist groups and confrontations between various communities over access to resources, among other problems.”
2021-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8903 (2021) · source
“I thank Ms. Sinaré for her briefing. I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements.”
2021-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8903 (2021) · source
“I thank Mr. Lacroix for his briefing. I now give the floor to the representative of Chad, who is participating in this meeting on behalf of the Group of Five for the Sahel.”
2021-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8903 (2021) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Chad to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the following briefers to participate in this meeting: Mr. Jean- Pierre Lacroix, Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations; and Ms. Fatimata Ouilma Sinaré, President of the Burkina Faso chapter of the Network on Peace and Security for Women in the Economic Community of West African States Space. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2021/940, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the Joint Force of the Group of Five for the Sahel. I now give the floor to Mr. Lacroix.”
2021-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8903 (2021) · source
“I thank the representative of the Central African Republic for his attention and for sharing that information with the members of the Security Council. There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. The meeting rose at 10.25 a.m.”
2021-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8902 (2021) · source
“The draft resolution received 13 votes in favour, none against and 2 abstentions. The draft resolution has been adopted as resolution 2605 (2021). I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements after the voting.”
2021-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8902 (2021) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of the Central African Republic to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document S/2021/945, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by France. The Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by show of hands. In favour: Estonia, France, India, Ireland, Kenya, Mexico, Niger, Norway, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Tunisia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America, Viet Nam Against: None Abstaining: China, Russian Federation”
2021-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8902 (2021) · source
“I would like to thank member States and regional groups that submitted written statements on the subject of today’s meeting. Statements we continue to receive after the end of the meeting will form part of the compilation of statements from this meeting. We await those contributions with great interest. The meeting rose at 4.40 p.m.”
2021-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8900Resumption1 (2021) · source
“I thank Ms. Lourdes Tibán Guala for her statement and, of course, her participation in today’s meeting. The Security Council has before it the text of a statement by the President on behalf of the Council on the subject of today’s meeting. I thank Council members for their valuable contributions to this statement. In accordance with the understanding reached among the members of the Council, I shall take it that the members of the Security Council agree to the statement, which will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/2021/22. There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. Before concluding, I would again like to thank all participants who joined us today, including the large number of delegations from States that are not members of the Council.”
2021-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8900Resumption1 (2021) · source
“I wish to remind all speakers to limit their statements to no more than four minutes in order to enable the Council to carry out its work expeditiously. Flashing lights on the collars of the microphones will prompt speakers to bring their remarks to a close after four minutes. I now give the floor to the representative of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.”
2021-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8900Resumption1 (2021) · source
“I conclude by reiterating my country’s support for the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo as it works to achieve stability and enhance the rule of law and security in the region, in cooperation with the Kosovo Force and the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo, pursuant to resolution 1244 (1999).”
2021-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8880 (2021) · source
“We urge the authorities in the Kosovo region to work with civil society organizations and local communities to create an environment conducive to the safe, dignified and sustainable return of all those who wish to do so and to promote reintegration and reconciliation processes. We note the observation in the report on incidents of gender-based violence and the levels of domestic violence. We call on authorities in Kosovo, civil society and international organizations to continue to promote legal action frameworks and public policies to address that challenge and ensure their full and effective implementation. Mexico underscores that the full involvement of women in political processes as well as in all areas of political and social life is key to mending the social fabric.”
2021-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8880 (2021) · source
“We concur with the EU Special Representative for the Belgrade-Pristina dialogue and other Western Balkan regional issues in his call for the parties to implement all past agreements reached, without exception, at least until the outstanding issues of the First Agreement of Principles Governing the Normalization of Relations between the parties are resolved. In that regard, we will closely follow the outcome of the meeting of chief negotiators scheduled in the coming weeks. With reference to the mention in the report of the Secretary-General of Gjakovë/Đakovica, Mexico reiterates, as Special Representative Tanin has done, the importance of protecting the rights of all those wishing to return to their places of origin.”
2021-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8880 (2021) · source
“We welcome the fact that some temporary measures have been agreed in order to reduce tensions on the ground, as well as the establishment of a working group to seek a permanent solution to the issue of vehicle registration. However, the situation is symptomatic of broader challenges, solutions to which will be achieved only through dialogue between the parties. Progress made at meetings in recent months, within the framework of the European Union (EU)-facilitated dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina, has been, to say the least, minimal. We urge the parties to engage constructively in order to reach permanent solutions — in particular on the final status of the Kosovo region — while fully respecting the relevant Security Council resolutions, which constitute the sole framework for reaching a settlement of the conflict.”
2021-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8880 (2021) · source
“Mr. Gómez Robledo Verduzco (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): My delegation appreciates the report of the Secretary-General presented by Special Representative Tanin (S/2021/861). At the same time, we welcome the presence of the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Serbia and Ms. Vjosa Osmani-Sadriu. Mexico has followed with great concern the events of recent weeks in the northern part of the Kosovo region, on which the Special Representative briefed us this morning. In that regard, we recognize the important work being carried out on the ground by Kosovo Force components to ensure a safe environment and freedom of movement for all communities living in the Kosovo region.”
2021-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8880 (2021) · source
“We support the call for a humanitarian ceasefire and the withdrawal of actors outside Tigray and neighbouring regions to ensure that humanitarian assistance reaches all those in desperate conditions. It is time to put an end to the suffering of millions of people. We also support regional efforts to seek a solution to the conflict, and, in that regard, any progress on mediation, whether by the newly appointed African Union High Representative for the Horn of Africa or by some other actor, is particularly welcome.”
2021-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8875 (2021) · source