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Gregoire-Van-Haaren

lines on the record: 470
first: 2017-03-10
most recent: 2019-07-09
sittings or episodes: 75
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“Nalia, Valerie, Angele, Arlette, Josephine, Alice, Martine, Marie, Nicole and Natifa are names that deserve to be mentioned in the Council, because they are names that appeared in this month's report of Human Rights Watch on widespread sexual violence by armed groups in the Central African Republic. The report observes how, during nearly five years of conflict, those groups have used rape and sexual slavery as a tactic of war. As such, it provides us with both a gruesome reminder of how conflict affects women and a painful reminder of the acute relevance of resolution 1325 (2000) to this day. That reminder is painful because it reminds us that, eight resolutions down the road, we need to have a serious talk about the resolution's implementation.”
2017-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8079 (2017) · source
“Mrs. Gregoire-Van-Haaren (Netherlands) (spoke in French): I thank the French presidency for organizing this important debate today. (spoke in English) The Kingdom of the Netherlands aligns itself fully with the statement of the European Union. We also fully support the statements made by the Permanent Representative of Italy and by the Permanent Representative of Canada as Chair of the Group of Friends of Women, Peace and Security. We also wish to thank the Chef de Cabinet of the Secretary-General for her briefing, and the Secretary- General for his report (S/2017/861) and leadership on this issue.”
2017-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8079 (2017) · source
“It is a partnership based on transparency, accountability, common goals and burden-sharing. We welcome the active approach by Secretary-General Guterres and the Chairman of the African Union Commission, Mr. Moussa Faki Mahamat. The Kingdom of the Netherlands supports intensified cooperation between the triangle of the United Nations, the African Union and the European Union. We trust that the necessary steps will be taken in order to bring that partnership to the next level. We look forward to contributing to the implementation of those steps as a Security Council member in 2018 and beyond. We will continue to strive towards a stronger and more effective partnership between the United Nations and the African Union for the people of Africa and for the good of us all.”
2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006Reprise1 (2017) · source
“They are an essential element in a range of actions focused on all stages of a conflict cycle, ranging from early warning and the rule of law to humanitarian aid, stabilization and development, as well as accountability. In the light of that, we must address the root causes of conflict, which are often also drivers for migration and displacement, in order to effectively sustain peace. That is core business for the United Nations as a whole. It makes working together across the pillars of the United Nations a key priority. Working on peace and security in Africa remains a challenge on which we will keep working together through partnership. Resolution 2320 (2016) and the subsequent report of the Secretary-General are important milestones that define concrete steps to be taken to deepen that partnership.”
2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006Reprise1 (2017) · source
“The Kingdom of the Netherlands welcomes the report of the Secretary-General on options for authorization and support for African Union peace support operations. It provides useful recommendations to enhance the practical cooperation between both organizations, including on financing, accountability, compliance and oversight, joint planning and mandating African Union peace support operations. As mentioned in the EU statement, the European Union stands ready to continue to look at how it, together with the United Nations and the African Union, can contribute to achieving progress in the discussion on sustainable financing and a division of labour for peace operations in Africa. Peace operations are part of a broader, integrated approach.”
2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006Reprise1 (2017) · source
“In today's debate, we want to emphasize two elements: first, the importance of operationalizing the modalities to support the African Union's peace operations; and, secondly, the need to address the root causes of conflicts with a view to sustaining peace. We acknowledge the positive steps that have been taken by the African Union to build its capacities to plan, finance, sustain and oversee its own missions. Those steps are fundamental in order to strengthen the African Union's capacity to address the multiple aspects of the partnership, all while operating in accordance with United Nations standards. Because of our shared responsibility for peace and security in Africa, we must stay on track to achieve a more institutionalized form of cooperation.”
2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006Reprise1 (2017) · source
“The signing of the Joint United Nations-African Union Framework for Enhanced Partnership in Peace and Security, in April, was an important step forward. The May report of the Secretary-General (S/2017/454), in which different modalities for future support of the United Nations to the AU peace support operations are explored, provides useful insights on today's topic. It acknowledges the need for more support to ensure African Union peace operations, in line with the premise that the African Union will reform and secure human, financial and logistical resources. It also highlights the importance of compliance and oversight, particularly in the areas of human rights, conduct and discipline. We acknowledge the positive steps that have been taken by the African Union to implement reforms, in particular the element of increased self-financing.”
2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006Reprise1 (2017) · source
“The Kingdom of the Netherlands thanks China for convening this debate on enhancing African capacities in the areas of peace and security. The Kingdom of the Netherlands aligns itself with the statement delivered by the observer of the European Union. Today's complex security challenges require partnerships between the United Nations and regional organizations, such as the African Union (AU). The operationalization of those partnerships requires our full attention. Today's debate serves to underline the acknowledgement by the United Nations of the need for close cooperation with the African Union in the areas of peace and security in Africa. We welcome the progress made since the adoption of resolution 2320 (2016).”
2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006Reprise1 (2017) · source
“In conclusion, the Kingdom of the Netherlands would like to emphasize that it has deep respect and appreciation for the work done by humanitarian workers and medical staffin exceedingly difficult and dangerous circumstances. We call on the international community, the Security Council and individual countries to implement the Secretary-General's recommendations in his report on the protection of civilians in conflict. As a partner for peace, justice and development, the Kingdom of the Netherlands will continue to contribute to that agenda, in close collaboration with Italy, other Member States and relevant actors.”
2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source
“Where parties to a conflict persist with serious violations, the Council should take decisive action to ensure accountability, including through referral to the International Criminal Court. There is also a role for other actors. The Kingdom of the Netherlands welcomes the General Assembly's establishment of the International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism to Assist in the Investigation and Prosecution of Those Responsible for the Most Serious Crimes under International Law Committed in Syria. We urge all Member States to support the Mechanism financially and politically, since it can play an important role in preventing impunity for international crimes committed in Syria. We also call on troop-contributing countries to endorse the Kigali Principles on the Protection of Civilians in peacekeeping operations.”
2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source
“That brings me to my second point, which is the importance of ensuring that the parties to conflicts strengthen their respect for international law. In Syria, Yemen and other conflict situations, civilians are more than ever becoming the victims of appalling violence. In order to protect them, we urgently need to improve respect for international humanitarian law, and States should use their influence on the parties involved in armed conflicts to protect civilians. States should also engage constructively in the process aimed at strengthening compliance with international humanitarian law led by the International Committee of the Red Cross and Switzerland. Ensuring accountability for serious violations of international humanitarian law is vital, and impunity is unacceptable, because it ultimately helps to undermine the rule of law.”
2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source
“Improved and harmonized data collection will provide a factual base for mechanisms such as the Security Council- mandated Monitoring and Reporting Mechanism on grave violations against children in armed conflict. We are very worried about the direct and indirect effects of the attacks on medical facilities in Yemen and what they mean for the access to health care of Yemeni children, who are currently facing a cholera epidemic on top of severe malnutrition. An environment that ensures the safe and unimpeded delivery of medical care in armed conflict is vitally important. The 20 million people currently at risk of famine desperately need rapid, unimpeded and sustained access to humanitarian aid, which should be accorded in full respect for humanitarian principles and international humanitarian law.”
2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source
“The first is protecting the mission of humanitarian and medical personnel and prioritizing the protection of civilians. Despite the Security Council's unanimous adoption last year of its landmark resolution 2286 (2016), we see little change on the ground. We cannot condone attacks on medical personnel and health infrastructure, notjust because the safety of medical missions is at the heart of humanitarian action, but also because it will more generally erode respect for international humanitarian law. We cannot allow attacks on health-care services to become an accepted part of warfare. We, as Member States, must put the recommendations of the Secretary- General for the implementation of resolution 2286 (2016) into practice. And we should do more.”
2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source
“1 thank Uruguay for convening this debate on the protection of civilians and health care in armed conflict. We welcome the discussion on this issue, which requires our urgent attention at the highest level. The Kingdom of the Netherlands aligns itself with the statement delivered by the observer of the European Union and with the statement delivered by the representative of Switzerland on behalf of the Group of Friends of the Protection of Civilians. In addition, I would like to make the following remarks. In his latest report on the protection of civilians in armed conflict (S/2017/4l4), the Secretary-General emphasizes three priority areas for improvement, which the Netherlands fully supports. I would like to focus on two of the three protection priorities.”
2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source
“The Kingdom of the Netherlands has been a long- term partner of Afghanistan and has contributed significant aid to it in the areas of peace, justice and development. At the Brussels Conference on 5 October, our Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation pledged â‚¬230 million to continue our support for Afghanistan's reconstruction. In that spirit of partnership, the Kingdom of the Netherlands remains committed to supporting Afghanistan throughout the transformation decade, a decade of increasing Afghan ownership and leadership.”
2017-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7896 (2017) · source
“We would particularly like to emphasize our appreciation for its coordinating efforts among international partners, as well as the thorough UNAMA human rights reports. As Ms. Samar just underlined, while much progress has been made in recent years, human rights, including women's rights, continue to be a matter for significant concern in Afghanistan, and we applaud United Nations efforts to work with the Afghan Government and civil society in enhancing the position of women there. We would like to emphasize our appreciation for the broad United Nations presence throughout the country and to stress how important we believe it is to ensure that UNAMA continues to operate throughout Afghanistan rather than retreating to Kabul alone. A presence in the field is crucial to the Mission's success.”
2017-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7896 (2017) · source
“The Kingdom of the Netherlands is particularly concerned about children's disproportionate suffering in the deteriorating security situation, as well as about the steep rise in the numbers of internally displaced persons (IDPs). Afghanistan's limited capacity to absorb the vast increase in IDPs and returnees has the potential to lead to growing numbers with no prospects of steady jobs or incomes and at risk of joining insurgency groups. In response to last year's United Nations flash appeal, the Netherlands contributed â‚¬4.5 million to provide humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable groups in Afghanistan. The Kingdom of the Netherlands commends UNAMA for its role in supporting the Afghan Government in fulfilling its commitments in the area of reform, and we therefore support the continuation of its mandate.”
2017-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7896 (2017) · source
“In the past few months, unfortunately, the armed clashes between Afghan security forces and the Taliban have continued. Only two days ago, an attack in Kabul for which local affiliates of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant claimed responsibility left more than 120 people killed or injured, and I would like to express my condolences to Ambassador Saikal in that regard. While we commend the Afghan National Defence and Security Forces (ANDSF) for their continued efforts to counter the Taliban and other insurgents, international support remains necessary. The international community, including the Kingdom of the Netherlands, has supported the ANDSF for more than a decade now, and we continue to do so through our contribution to the Resolute Support Mission.”
2017-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7896 (2017) · source
“A regional approach is crucial to achieving structural security and stability, and requires all partners to be genuinely engaged and working together. However, the peace process should be Afghan-led and Afghan-owned. Moreover, the meaningful participation of women in any peace process remains essential to achieving durable and inclusive peace. President Ghani has stated that peace talks are a clear objective for the Afghan Government. The Kingdom of the Netherlands welcomes the peace deal that has been reached between the Government and Hizb-i-Islami and considers it to be an important step in the reconciliation process. We hope for its smooth implementation so that the deal can function as an encouragement to other insurgency groups, such as the Taliban, to abandon violence and engage seriously in peace talks.”
2017-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7896 (2017) · source
“I thank you for this opportunity to speak in this debate on behalf of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Mr. President. The Kingdom of the Netherlands aligns itself with the statement to be delivered by the observer of the European Union, I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his detailed and thorough report (S/2017/189). I would also like to thank Special Representative Yamamoto and Ms. Sima Samar for their briefings. Today I will focus on three issues - reconciliation and regional cooperation, the security and humanitarian situation, and the role of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). Reconciliation is key to achieving a truly stable Afghanistan and, to that end, the countries of the region have a critical and positive role to play in support of Afghanistan.”
2017-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7896 (2017) · source