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Gonzalez De Linares Palou

lines on the record: 370
first: 2012-11-26
most recent: 2017-06-21
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“Reports of indiscriminate attacks on the civilian population, including abductions, assassinations, illegal arrests, torture and other crimes, is disheartening. Spain firmly condemn each and every one of those barbaric acts, with particular stress on the particularly cruel acts of Daesh and its affiliates. Once again, we call on all parties and their allies to comply with their obligations under international law, international humanitarian law and international refugee law. With regard to the relationship between Libya and the International Criminal Court, we are grateful for the updated information on the case of Saif Al-Islam Al-Qadhafi and the case of Abdullah Al-Senussi.”
2015-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7549 (2015) · source
“We also wish to express our support for her investigations of the crimes currently being committed in Libya and to offer our cooperation in that regard. The unanimous message conveyed by the adoption of resolution of 1970 (2011) must not be allowed to remain mere words. The Security Council has reiterated on numerous occasions and in its resolutions the importance of holding those responsible for violations of international humanitarian law and human rights accountable for their actions. We cannot tolerate impunity. It is incompatible with true reconciliation and sustainable peace. Nor can we be indifferent to the horrors that the people of Libya are suffering on a daily basis or to the contempt all parties to the conflict have shown for international law.”
2015-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7549 (2015) · source
“Mr. Gonzalez de Linares Palou (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): I would like, at the outset, to thank you, Sir, and through you to thank all our colleagues for their very kind words regarding Spain's recent presidency of the Council. I wish to assure you and your entire team, Mr. President, of our full support during your mandate. You know you can count on our full support. I would also like to express our thanks to the Prosecuor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) for her presence here today and for the full and detailed briefing she provided on the situation in Libya. Spain wishes to commend the very valuable work of the Court and in particular of the Prosecutor. We know that she is working under very difficult conditions for the members of her Office.”
2015-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7549 (2015) · source
“I would therefore like to conclude by saying that we reiterate our firm support for the work being done by Special Envoy Staffan de Mistura.”
2015-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7501 (2015) · source
“If we are to ensure our seriousness, we as a Council must act consistently in the future. Today we have taken a first step in calling on the Secretary-General to begin work on setting up a Joint Investigative Mechanism, but once the Mechanism is under way, we must act on its recommendations and findings. Secondly, today we have sent a message to the international community that we are determined to do everything possible to put an end to the worst conflict of the twenty-first century. The unity we have shown today must also be translated into other areas of the Syrian conflict, and today's success should push us to continue to work together to reach the only possible solution to it, which is a political one.”
2015-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7501 (2015) · source
“Mr. Gonzalez de Linares Palou (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): I shall be very brief and concise. I wish to express my satisfaction and that of my country at the adoption today of resolution 2235 (2015), which was co-sponsored by Spain. In adopting the resolution by consensus, the Council has demonstrated that it is both serious and resolute. Of primary importance is our seriousness in insisting that there can be no impunity, particularly for those who commit grave violations of international law that can be considered to be war crimes or crimes against humanity; those who violate the most basic and sacred norms of international law and trust, and those who ignore the Security Council's resolutions, all of whom must be made accountable for their actions. Today the Security Council has lived up to its responsibilities.”
2015-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7501 (2015) · source
“In this way we will contribute to strengthening the safety of international aviation and, ultimately, international peace and security.”
2015-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7498 (2015) · source
“I wish also to acknowledge and give thanks for the role that the United Nations system, in particular ICAO, has been playing, in a rigorous and independent manner, in support of the technical investigation. As we have previously stated, Spain believes that the creation of an ad hoc international criminal tribunal, as detailed in the Malaysian draft resolution, would be a step forward in the fight against impunity and the quest for justice for the victims. It is important to continue to work to attain this objective and to convey the message that such execrable acts are unacceptable. We have a responsibility to contribute through our actions to the prevention of further such acts, especially because more and more non-State actors are able to do so today.”
2015-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7498 (2015) · source
“My country has repeatedly called for accountability of those responsible for this indescribable act. It is unacceptable that the parties to a conflict could resort to indiscriminate violent attacks against civil aviation. The Security Council cannot remain unmoved in the face of this kind of action. On the contrary, it must ensure that those responsible are brought to account, as set out in its resolution 2166 (2014). I wish to reiterate Spain's firm support both for the technical investigation of the events directed by the Dutch Safety Board in accordance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) principles, as well as for the criminal investigation being carried out by the Joint Investigation Team.”
2015-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7498 (2015) · source
“Mr. Gonzalez de Linares Palou (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): Spain voted today in favour of draft resolution S/2015/562, presented by Malaysia, and we regret that it could not be adopted. My delegation believes that the draft resolution was an appropriate follow-up to resolution 2166 (2014), which the Council adopted unanimously a year ago. It is important to highlight the fact that resolution 2166 (2014) remains in force today. It is also important to preserve the unity that the Council demonstrated at that time. In that context, I wish to reiterate Spain's condemnation of the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH-17 last July as well as our sorrow at the fate of its 298 civilian passengers and crew, to whose memory I wish to pay tribute once again today.”
2015-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7498 (2015) · source
“I would like to ask Major General Finn, can the UNTSO observers carry out their tasks in their present positions while complying with the minimum levels of operability?”
2015-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7464 (2015) · source
“At their new positions on the Alpha line, the UNTSO observers continued their work in very difficult conditions, illustrated by various incidents in late April and early May that resulted in four of the contingent being injured and the evacuation of observation post 51. I would like to thank Major General Finn and all the UNTSO observers deployed with UNDOF for the admirable work they continue to do in very difficult conditions. Today the ability to patrol with guarantees or deploying to agreed observation points continues to be far from reality. That is producing violations of the terms of resolution 350 (1974) for both sides. Armed groups, including the Al-Nusra Front, which is on the list ofterrorist groups, are present in the area. That may be the greatest violation of the separation agreements, but it is not the only one.”
2015-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7464 (2015) · source
“Even when caveats are worded in compliance with the established procedures, however, they can of course complicate the fulfilment of mandates, particularly when an operation is forced to deploy in hostile conditions, for example when the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) was obliged to withdraw to the Alpha line in September 2014. Fortunately, Observer Group Golan, which consists of UNTSO observers, was able to maintain a number of positions on the Bravo line in the Mount Hermon area, where, unless military observers carry on working, it would be very difficult for UNDOF to continue to implement its mandate.”
2015-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7464 (2015) · source
“With regard to UNTSO and the question of caveats, we believe that the troop-contributing countries can legitimately impose caveats on the deployment of their troops under certain conditions, provided that such caveats are expressed in the appropriate way and with the appropriate respect for the chain of command. It is precisely when a peacekeeping operation is obliged to operate in a crisis situation - in a hostile environment - that the maintenance of the chain of command acquires critical importance and must be respected without interference from the national authorities involved.”
2015-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7464 (2015) · source
“I would recall that, when the mandate of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo was renewed, the Security Council took an important step forward by requesting the Secretary-General to provide updates on the ways in which the Mission was fulfilling its mandate to protect civilians and on the measures it was taking to transform itself and perform its mandates more efficiently and effectively. At the proposal of Spain, such a requirement was also introduced for UNMISS because we consider it a good practice that should be followed in all the other missions.”
2015-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7464 (2015) · source
“At the same time, we must seek to improve the Mission's effectiveness in the implementation of its mandate, including the projection of its presence outside the refugee camps. Let us remember that UNMISS is an integrated Mission and that coordination and coherence among all of its components is therefore supposed to exist. Without such coordination and coherence, the Mission will fail. It is very important that the United Nations continue monitoring and observing the human rights situation in South Sudan.”
2015-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7464 (2015) · source
“With regard to UNMISS, we wish to reiterate our support for a Mission that has also been operating in a very complex environment since last year. The work done to provide shelter for 118,000 refugees and internally displaced persons is extraordinary and has defined the Mission's day-to-day situation. Although each United Nations operation is a separate world, as Mr. Ladsous pointed out in his briefing, we must recognize that the shift from essentially a peace consolidation operation to one focused on protecting civilians represents a radical change that poses tremendous challenges. In our opinion, the joint efforts of the Secretary-General's Special Representative for South Sudan, the Force Commander and the troop-contributing countries must be evaluated to make the Mission more proactive and robust.”
2015-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7464 (2015) · source
“As we all know, the main challenge remains the discrepancy between the diagnosis of the situation, which is that ofa political crisis, and the reality of an asymmetric environment characterized by jihadi terrorism, organized crime networks and, above all, the overwhelming isolation of MINUSMA in the north of the country. We need to find a balance between the security of the contingents and the fulfilment of the mandates, but all involved are obliged to ensure that the staff can carry out their functions with security standards that are appropriate given the threats and circumstances and allow them to implement their mandate. The introduction of new technologies is essential for the effective performance of these tasks and the security of the contingents themselves.”
2015-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7464 (2015) · source
“Fourthly, the Secretary-General's latest report (S/2015/426) includes proposals to improve the flexibility, reaction capability and effectiveness of the Mission in an environment that is, let us remember, asymmetric. In other words, far from being inactive, the Security Council has been very attentive to developments on the ground. Unfortunately, however, the number of casualties and victims among the Blue Helmets of MINUSMA remains very high and the difficulties faced by the Mission in carrying out its mandate are enormous. Spain wishes to condemn the intentional attacks on the Mission's staff, a situation that we consider absolutely unacceptable. We must explore accountability mechanisms and the Government of Mali must cooperate with us on this matter.”
2015-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7464 (2015) · source
“One of his predecessors, Major General Kazura, stated that MINUSMA was operating "in a terrorist-fighting situation without an anti-terrorist mandate or adequate training, equipment, logistics or intelligence to deal with such a situation" (S/PV. 7275, p. 33). Subsequently, in November 2014, the Security Council held an interactive dialogue to address the appropriateness of the mandate of MINUSMA in view of the asymmetric attacks on the Mission. The concept of operations, which dated from 2013, was revised to take into account the new political and security climate, and a series of measures was taken to purge elements that we might describe as irregular.”
2015-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7464 (2015) · source
“Contingents must receive adequate, specific training, equipment and resources to increase their reaction capability, their mobility and the use of new technologies. Thirdly, for Spain, the work being done by peacekeeping operations to protect civilians is essential, although we must not forget that such protection is principally the responsibility ofthe States. MINUSMA is operating in extremely difficult conditions paradigmatic of the new volatile environments in which missions are operating today. I can assure Major General Lollesgaard that MINUSMA is the subject of the Security Council's constant concern and attention.”
2015-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7464 (2015) · source
“This year is particularly important because of the review of peacekeeping operations that is being conducted, to which Spain has contributed with a view to strengthening the missions and improving their effectiveness and security. I should like to make three general comments. First, we must work together to prevent a gulf from opening between the mandates and their implementation on the ground. To that end, we must not only be extremely careful in defining the mandates but also try and improve the effectiveness with which they are implemented, since the failure of such implementation fosters doubts and affects the credibility of the missions themselves. Secondly, mandates must always go hand in hand with the necessary capabilities.”
2015-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7464 (2015) · source
“Mr. Gonzalez de Linares Palou (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): Spain would like to thank you, Mr. President, for having organized this meeting, which we frankly find very useful. We would also like to thank Under- Secretary-General Ladsous and the three Force Commanders - of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) and the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO) - for their briefings. Spain would like to take this opportunity once again to reiterate its appreciation of the work done by the peacekeeping missions. We also thank the contingents and the troop-contributing countries for their generosity and commitment to maintaining international peace and security.”
2015-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7464 (2015) · source
“In conclusion, I reiterate our gratitude for Prosecutor Bensouda's work and for the tireless efforts of the International Criminal Court to deal with these enormously difficult cases, prioritize justice and put an end to impunity.”
2015-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7441 (2015) · source
“We view that positively and hope it translates into the holding of a fair trial with all the guarantees of due process, and we await with interest any information from the Prosecutor in that regard. Libya has frequently reiterated its commitment to bringing justice to the victims, and for that the Government should have the support of the international community. In that regard, we believe we should consider establishing a contact group on justice capable of giving practical help to the Libyan authorities and the judicial system. In other words, we support Prosecutor Bensouda's proposal to create such a contact group, and I would like to know what her views are on more specific details of its composition and nature, and above all the kind of assistance it would provide to the Libyan authorities.”
2015-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7441 (2015) · source
“With regard to Al-Qadhafi, we note the decision of Pre-Trial Chamber I, which found Libya non-compliant with the Court's request to surrender Al-Qadhafi and return seized documents to his defence counsel. In our view, Libya must fulfil its obligations to the ICC and the Council, whose resolutions 1970 (2011) and 2174 (2014) must be abided by. Full cooperation with the Court is essential. The Government of Libya must understand that there can be no end to the violence if there is no end to impunity. We support the Court's efforts to begin consultations immediately concerning the Government of Libya's failure to cooperate. With regard to the second case, that of Abdullah Al-Senussi, Spain understands that a decision on the inadmissibility of the case amounts to a vote of confidence in the Libyan justice system.”
2015-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7441 (2015) · source
“Once again, we support those efforts and those of Mr. Bernardino Leon, Special Representative of the Secretary-General, to agree on a Government of national unity capable of ensuring respect for the rule of law, justice, freedom and the rights of all citizens. Whatever happens, all the parties should understand that they will be held accountable for their actions. Concerning the relations between Libya and the International Criminal Court, we were pleased to hear about the constructive dialogue being held between the Prosecutor and the Libyan authorities, including as it relates to the implementation of the memorandum of understanding. We welcome the update on the cases being brought against Saif Al-Islam Al-Qadhafi and Abdullah Al-Senussi.”
2015-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7441 (2015) · source
“We condemn just as forcefully the barbaric acts committed by the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant, or Daesh, and the groups that have sworn allegiance to them, acts that, as the Prosecutor has informed us, may constitute crimes under the Court's jurisdiction. We should also make clear how worried we are about the extremely high numbers of displaced persons, such as the residents of Tawergha. Spain believes strongly that there can be no military solution to the crisis in Libya, and only a political settlement between the parties can ensure the stability the country needs. We reiterate our call to the parties to refrain from violence and to participate in a spirit of reconciliation in dialogue under the auspices of the United Nations, with a view to forming a Government of national unity.”
2015-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7441 (2015) · source
“The ninth report of the Prosecutor, the report of the Secretary-General dated 26 February (S/2015/144) and the Human Rights Council's resolution of 27 March (A/HRC/RES/28/30) all sadly attest to the deteriorating situation in Libya, where serious violations of human rights and international humanitarian law continue to take place. Spain unequivocally condemns attacks perpetrated by all parties to the conflict against the population and civilian targets, including arbitrary detentions, torture, extrajudicial executions, assassinations, abductions, the denial of due process, and the persecution of immigrants, women activists, journalists, human rights defenders, attorneys, judges and prosecutors.”
2015-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7441 (2015) · source
“By referring this case - and let us not forget that we did so unanimously - the Council rose to the challenge of the circumstances in the fight against impunity and stood in favour of justice. Nevertheless, a single referral is not enough. Libya needs the Council's support through consistent and appropriate follow-up. I have three issues to address; first, the situation in Libya; secondly, the state of cooperation between Libya and the Court; and, thirdly, I will make some remarks and pose a question regarding a proposal made by Ms. Bensouda. With regard to the situation in Libya, we cannot help but express our deep concern at the information we have on the situation.”
2015-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7441 (2015) · source
“Mr. Gonzalez de Linares Palou (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): I appreciate the presence of Ms. Bensouda here today, as well as the introduction of her report. We must recall that, for the second time in its history, on 26 February 2011, the Security Council decided to refer a situation - specifically the situation in Libya since 15 February 2011 - to the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) (see S/PV.6491). Referrals by the Council to the ICC constitute an acknowledgement of the importance attached by the Council to justice, accountability and the fight against impunity. We all know that international peace and security are based on respect for the rule of law.”
2015-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7441 (2015) · source
“In that regard, it is very important to establish an effective coordination mechanism. As seen today, the circumstances call for that, and they should be taken advantage of. In particular, the recent establishment of the various levels of Government following the October elections is good news. We must now take advantage ofthe existing momentum to deliver on the legitimate responsibilities incumbent upon them following the elections. I conclude by stating that the elections now call for not only legitimacy, but above all rigour and responsibility. The people of Bosnia and Herzegovina have made clear their desire for progress. They have made their voices heard. It is now necessary to listen and to act accordingly without delay.”
2015-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7440 (2015) · source
“In parallel, the written commitment adopted by the tripartite Presidency, which was subsequently signed on to by the leaders of the political parties and endorsed by the Parliament, is a formal basis for the way ahead for all of the institutions and representatives of the citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is our hope that they will continue making progress on the path of reforms, including those set out in the plan for growth and employment as well those of a constitutional nature having to do with the functioning of State institutions. We are on the right path, but there is still a way to go. Spain once again joins others in calling on the political leaders of Bosnia and Herzegovina to continue their steady progress along the path of reform in accordance with the commitments made.”
2015-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7440 (2015) · source
“Along with cooperation and constructive relations with its neighbours, as well as fulfilling the conditions and respecting communal heritage, those principles are the only way to make progress in the country's European integration process. Spain fully aligns itself with the statement to be made later by the observer of the European Union. Along with other European Union partners, we welcome the pending entry into force of the Stabilization and Association Agreement. With that momentum, the European Union is once again resolutely demonstrating its readiness to help Bosnia and Herzegovina and ensure its European future.”
2015-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7440 (2015) · source
“In a few months we will commemorate the twentieth anniversary of the Dayton Peace Accords, which established the basis for peace and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina and for making progress at the political and socioeconomic levels in the country - and, by extension, the entire region. I would like to emphasize the importance of that, as well to reiterate the the call upon all political actors in Bosnia and Herzegovina to use the Accords to create greater stability in the country, to ensure its full functionality and to move towards the prosperity that we all desire. In that context, I also wish to reiterate Spain's support for the sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity of Bosnia and Herzegovina as enshrined in the Dayton Accords.”
2015-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7440 (2015) · source
“For that reason, this meeting is particularly important for Spain, because this is our first opportunity to take part in a debate on this issue since our country has been seated in the Security Council. I would like to reiterate Spain's support for the work of the Office of the High Representative. Along with the countries and international bodies on the Peace Implementation Council for the Dayton Peace Accords, my country hopes that the 5+2 agenda can be carried out as soon as possible. We therefore call upon the various stakeholders to work together to that end. Until that happens, however, the High Representative's work will continue to be necessary.”
2015-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7440 (2015) · source
“Mr. Gonzalez de Linares Palou (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): I would like to thank the High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina, Ambassador Valentin Inzko, for his briefing and his detailed report (S/2015/300, annex) for the period 21 October 2014 to 21 April 2015. I also welcome the presence ofthe Permanent Representative of Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Council today. Spain is a friend and partner of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Not only do we have strong links at the political level, but we have also enjoyed a steady closeness between our citizens during the difficult years of the conflict. We have seen a deepening of those relations since then.”
2015-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7440 (2015) · source
“We also approve the renewal of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya for only six months with the hope that in this time the formation of a National Unity Government will make it possible to change its mandate. With this resolution we commit ourselves to following more closely the situation in Libya. Indeed, the Council is taking a great step forward today, and we hope it will have a positive effect on all of the parties to the conflict in Libya.”
2015-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7420 (2015) · source
“We do not say this only because it is a matter of principle; it is our very pragmatic position. We believe that an armed confrontation in Libya will not lead to anything. United Nations mediation is the best guarantee for stability in the country in the medium term. The emergence of Daesh has brought to light one of the greatest dangers that this crisis poses ifit not swiftly resolved: that Libya will become a new sanctuary for jihadism. It is a strategic country which is an excellent platform for attacks on Europe, the Sahel, the Horn of Africa and sub-Saharan Africa. In this vein, we also support resolution 2214 (2015), submitted by Jordan, to combat terrorism in the region and we are pleased that it has been unanimously adopted.”
2015-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7420 (2015) · source
“Mr. Gonzalez de Linares Palou (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): I would like to express our satisfaction at the unanimous adoption of resolution 2213 (2015). Faced with the crisis that Libya is experiencing, the essential thing for Spain is unity -the unity of the entire international community beginning with the Security Council, unity among the countries of the region, which have a great influence on Libya, and unity among the Libyans themselves. The first paragraph of the resolution is very clear. It calls for an unconditional immediate ceasefire, highlights that there can be no military solution for the ongoing political crisis and calls on all parties in Libya to cooperate with the United Nations in forming a National Unity Government. This is the only possible path for Libya.”
2015-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7420 (2015) · source
“We believe that the role of MINUSTAH is and will be essential for the electoral process to take place normally, in security and transparency, and for the international community to support that process and the establishment of a new Administration, ensuring a peaceful political transition that consolidates the achievements of the past few years in terms of democracy and rule of law. In any case, the risks cited by the Secretary-General in his report serve to highlight the need to maintain a rapid reaction force in addition to the police component, which should, in our view, be maintained at current levels until the establishment of the new Government. I conclude by reiterating our total commitment to Haiti once again.”
2015-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7408 (2015) · source
“We continue to support the Mission reconfiguration plan, which should take into account progress in the formation and consolidation of the National Police and its ability to progressively assume the functions that MINUSTAH will give up in the field of security. In the current circumstances, Spain insists that the Mission reconfiguration calendar be studied in a flexible manner, on the basis of analyses and forecasts in the short and medium term and of the evolution of the political and security situation.”
2015-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7408 (2015) · source
“Spain considers that if the security conditions have not drastically worsened despite the seriousness of the facts, it is precisely because of the presence of the work of MINUSTAH. At this point, I wish to mention the letter sent by President Martelly last 9 March to the Secretary-General in which he noted the importance of the security environment for the proper conduct of the electoral process, calling attention to the disturbing increase in violence. In this letter, the President ofHaiti requested "that the United Nations observe a pause in the ongoing withdrawal process of MINUSTAH contingents." Spain supports responding positively to that request of the highest authority in Haiti. As members of the Council know, we supported from the beginning the process ofreflection on the future of MINUSTAH.”
2015-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7408 (2015) · source
“Let us talk about MINUSTAH itself. Spain has always maintained in its statements to the Security Council that the reconfiguration of the military contingent should take into account the increase in the number of personnel and the capacity of the Haitian National Police forces to arrive at Haiti assuming the functions of maintenance of public order currently undertaken by the United Nations Mission. However, from the information available and the facts to which I referred earlier, I can deduce that the forces of Haitian law enforcement lack even the tools necessary to controlling the situation by themselves and in fact rely regularly on the logistical arrangements and military infrastructure of MINUSTAH to do their jobs effectively.”
2015-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7408 (2015) · source
“Since the publication of the report of the Secretary- General (S/2015/157), there have been some major strikes, including a general strike lasting two days, on 9 and 10 March, as well as demonstrations that degenerated into serious incidents, such as the invasion of the Consulate of the Dominican Republic in Port- au-Prince. There has also been a significant increase in the number of assaults and robberies, in offices and headquarters of religious orders and non-governmental organizations. Spain wishes to draw attention to those facts, which constitute a substantive modification of the security situation that existed a few months ago, reflect the existence of a very delicate balance and ultimately foreshadow the difficulties that will have to met as the political activity linked to the elections intensifies.”
2015-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7408 (2015) · source
“In the area of security, it has been confirmed that the situation has undergone major changes since the decision to reconfigure MINUSTAH was adopted, in October 2014. Such an assertion is justified, for example, in the publication of an electoral timetable by the provisional Electoral Council. However, Spain believes that instability has significantly increased in the streets and there have been changes in the security situation. According to the figures provided by MINUSTAH, during 2014 there were 838 protests, of which a quarter were violent. Furthermore, the tension on the streets has acutely increased in recent months.”
2015-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7408 (2015) · source
“In the area of development, Council members are well aware of the firm and generous solidarity of Spain and the Spanish people with Haiti. From 2010 to 2013, we were the third largest bilateral donor in the world and the largest in the European Union. Spain has allocated more than â‚¬250 million to the reconstruction work in Haiti and today is providing essential cooperation in such sectors as water and sanitation in the amount of more than $150 million, for the benefit of 2 million beneficiaries, and is contributing â‚¬15.5 million in direct budgetary support to the education sector. In short, of all the countries in the world, Haiti is at present the main recipient of official development assistance from Spain.”
2015-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7408 (2015) · source
“To act as they have done in the past, with a limited, short- term vision, would betray the future prosperity that we, the friends of Haiti, desire as much as the Haitians do themselves, and would squander the enormous efforts that the international community has made to help them to normalize their political life and achieve sustainable development. We hope that the Haitian political classes will stay on top of the situation during this crucial year. We continue to call for dialogue between the political stakeholders as the best way to build democracy and improve the country's political consolidation. In that regard, I would emphasize the efforts undertaken by various missions of the Club of Madrid, which were financed by the European Union and aimed at promoting the dialogue in the discussions on political reform.”
2015-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7408 (2015) · source
“Spain would like to support Haiti on its road to consolidating its democratic institutions, and urges all the country's political actors to be generous and determined in helping to establish and maintain a politically and socially stable atmosphere that will enable the various electoral processes to be conducted successfully. I have heard President Martelly say in person more than once that the old ways of conducting politics in the country must end. The political classes must act not to defend their personal privileges and ambitions but to promote the collective interests of the country and, above all, of its citizens, who are beginning to be profoundly disappointed in their political institutions.”
2015-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7408 (2015) · source
“However, at the same time we agree with his description ofthe situation as very worrying and his emphasis on the significant challenges facing the authorities in the election processes scheduled for this year and announced by the provisional Electoral Council. Indeed, in the political area the challenges are major, since when the planned elections are concluded and a new President takes over on 7 February 2016, it will be only the third time that presidential power in Haiti has been transferred through the holding of elections, and the first democratic elections since 1989. That is an achievement that must be preserved.”
2015-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7408 (2015) · source