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first: 2016-10-25
most recent: 2018-12-19
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“In this context, strategic consultations were held in Nouakchott, within the framework of the efforts aimed at harmonizing the various initiatives and promoting a shared strategic vision for facing the challenges in the region. The African Union Peace and Security Council also met at the ministerial level in Nouakchott and adopted important decisions in this regard. Finally, the coordination of efforts with the African Union on the Sahel is of absolute importance in the light of the foregoing developments, and we hope that we will have another opportunity to hear from the African Union, although we understand today that we were not able to do so for various reasons.”
2018-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8313 (2018) · source
“Ibrahim Thiaw as the Secretary-General's Special Adviser for the Sahel and his efforts in the development of the United Nation Support Plan in working towards changing the narratives on the Sahel as well as in mobilizing further resources and support for the region's immediate and long-term needs. Of course it would have been useful if we had had the opportunity to hear the African Union perspective today. The African Union has stressed the need for African ownership of initiatives in favour of the countries of the Sahel countries and reaffirmed the importance of the Nouakchott process in the promotion of peace and security in the Sahel-Saharan region.”
2018-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8313 (2018) · source
“It is in this context that we underscore the importance of complementing the security response with a comprehensive and coordinated development and humanitarian approach in order to address the root causes. In this regard, we wish to emphasize in particular the importance of stepping up efforts aimed at ensuring the full implementation of the United Nations Integrated Strategy for the Sahel. We welcome the recalibration of the Strategy, in line with the needs of the people of the Sahel and with national and regional priorities, in close collaboration with partners and countries of the region through the development of the United Nations Support Plan for the Sahel. We also welcome the appointment of Mr.”
2018-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8313 (2018) · source
“On the other hand, we have also observed the rise of piracy, armed robbery and other criminal activities in the Gulf of Guinea, which has indeed been a matter of serious concern not only for Equatorial Guinea and other countries of the region but also the wider international community. There is therefore is a need for greater mobilization of regional and international cooperation and for lessons to be drawn from experiences in fighting piracy and other criminal activities off the coast of Somalia and other important international sea lanes, taking into account the specific challenges being faced in the Gulf of Guinea. Climate change, food insecurity, forced displacement, unemployment, inequality and lack of opportunity continue to threaten the socioeconomic stability of the region as well as its humanitarian prospects.”
2018-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8313 (2018) · source
“It is important that the Security Council continue to support the regional initiatives to address the impact of terrorism and transnational organized crime as well as strengthen border security. It is in this context that we welcome the efforts and commitments of the countries of West Africa and the Sahel aimed at fighting terrorism and transnational organized crime through the Group of Five for the Sahel and the Multinational Joint Task Force. We commend the Multinational Joint Task Force for its successes in the fight against Boko Haram in the Niger and Nigeria, thus reducing the group's operational capacities and geographical reach.”
2018-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8313 (2018) · source
“On the political front, in several countries of the region we welcome the positive developments in the areas of constitutional and security sector reform that aim at improving governance and consolidating democracy. Furthermore, the conduct of peaceful elections and democratic transitions that were seen in Liberia and Sierra Leone have also been encouraging. The role of UNOWAS in support of the upcoming elections in Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Mauritania, Nigeria and Senegal will be vital for facilitating peaceful, inclusive and credible electoral processes in those countries. On the security front, assymetric terrorist attacks, maritime piracy, transnational organized crime, and trafficking in persons, arms, drugs and natural resources continue to cause serious challenges.”
2018-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8313 (2018) · source
“I would also like to join others in thanking Special Representative of the Secretary-General Chambas for his comprehensive briefing on the activities of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) and the progress made in the past six months in the implementation of the United Nations Integrated Strategy for the Sahel. We commend Mr. Chambas and his team for the excellent work they have been doing in the areas of conflict prevention, mediation and good offices to sustain peace in the region. We take note of the overall political, security, humanitarian and socioeconomic trends in West Africa, the Sahel and the Lake Chad basin during the reporting period.”
2018-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8313 (2018) · source
“I would like to particularly welcome the proposal by the Secretary-General to mainstream mine action into relevant country-specific discussions and the planning and mandate of United Nations responses, as well as the inclusion of mine action into ceasefire and peace agreements, where feasible and appropriate. I would also like to lend my support to the proposal of the Secretary-General to consider the issue in the Council on an annual basis.”
2018-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8304 (2018) · source
“Furthermore, as pointed out in the report prepared by Lieutenant General (Retired) Carlos Alberto dos Santos Cruz, entitled "Improving Security of United Nations Peacekeepers", it is critical to fully equip such missions by providing them with appropriate mine-protected vehicles and specialized weapons ammunition and by including a small cell of military engineers who would supervise anti-IED planning or operation procedures. Concrete measures should also be taken to enhance the intelligence capabilities ofsuch missions to detect IEDs. As a follow-up of today's discussion, we encourage these issues to be taken up within the appropriate format.”
2018-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8304 (2018) · source
“Equally important is the need to provide peacekeepers with the necessary capacity and force enablers to respond to the challenges faced by the use of such weapons by providing them with the necessary training and capability to protect themselves and civilians, as well as humanitarian actors. I would therefore like to underscore the need to provide peacekeeping missions that are deployed and faced with risks associated with explosive remnants of war and IEDs with the proper training and the necessary capabilities that are critical in addressing the threat posed by explosive devices to peacekeepers, as identified by the Secretary-General in his report.”
2018-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8304 (2018) · source
“It is therefore critical to take concrete measures to address existing cases of contamination. In that regard, we welcome the measures taken by the United Nations Mine Action Service to reduce the impact of landmines, explosive remnants of war and IEDs on peacekeepers. That takes me to my third point, on the impact of landmines, explosive remnants of war and IEDs on peacekeepers and the role of peacekeeping missions in addressing those challenges. We recognize that troop-contributing countries need to take every necessary measure to better prepare their peacekeepers deployed in conflict and post-conflict situations to respond to threats posed by landmines, IEDs and explosive remnants of war, including in the context of asymmetrical warfare.”
2018-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8304 (2018) · source
“First, ensuring the full compliance with international humanitarian law of all parties to an armed conflict in their choice of weapons, including by ensuring strict compliance with the principles of proportionality, as well as distinctions, remains central. Parties to an armed conflict should take every necessary measure to protect civilians from the effect of hostilities, particularly by refraining from using weapons that could lead to an indiscriminate attack against civilians, such as mines and IEDs. Secondly, we recognize that explosive remnants of war continue to be a serious humanitarian concern with devastating short- and long-term consequences on civilian populations, humanitarian actors and peacekeepers deployed in post-conflict situations.”
2018-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8304 (2018) · source
“We also note that the use of mines and IEDs and explosive remnants of war continue to hinder and obstruct the work of humanitarian actors, thereby affecting humanitarian assistance. We are alarmed by the impact of landmines, IEDs and explosive remnants of war on peacekeeping missions, particularly in the context of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) and the African Union Mission in Somalia. For instance, it is seriously concerning to note that, according to the Secretary- General's report, MINUSMA has experienced its highest fatality rate since 2014. Comprehensive action to address the impact of mines, IEDs and explosive remnants of war requires a three-fold approach.”
2018-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8304 (2018) · source
“I would like to begin by thanking the Secretary-General for his comprehensive report on a comprehensive approach to mine action (S/2018/623) and Assistant Secretary-General Alexander Zouev for his briefing. We note from the report of the Secretary-General that mines, explosive remnants of war and improvised explosive devices (IEDs) continue to cause widespread and indiscriminate injuries to civilian populations in various parts of the world, in both conflict and post- office situations. Ofparticular concern to us is the severe humanitarian consequences, including the loss of life, widespread suffering and its impact on humanitarian assistance, as highlighted by the Secretary-General in his report.”
2018-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8304 (2018) · source
“In all of those initiatives, the efforts of UNAMA in promoting and supporting peace talk initiatives and reconciliation, dialogue and support for social and economic development, with full respect for the country's sovereignty, as well as its leadership, remains very important. We therefore commend the active engagement of UNAMA with the Government and the people of Afghanistan, in line with its mandate.”
2018-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8294 (2018) · source
“It is vital that the international community sustain its engagement and deliver on its various commitments in that regard. Therefore, we further note the steps taken towards closer regional economic cooperation by the Afghanistan Government, including the Afghan segment of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan- India natural gas pipeline inauguration on 23 February, the Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process, held in Istanbul on 19 April, and the Afghanistan and Pakistan finalization of an agreement on the Afghanistan-Pakistan Action Plan for Peace and Solidarity, among others.”
2018-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8294 (2018) · source
“The peaceful conduct of elections at all stages is critical to enabling people to exercise their right to vote without fear or threat of insecurity. In that regard, we duly share the Secretary- General's concern about ongoing attempts to disrupt the electoral process through violent means, including tactics such as intimidation and the harassment of registered voters. Without sustained and inclusive economic growth and development, the peace and security challenges faced by Afghanistan cannot be effectively addressed. That is why the National Unity Government needs the coordinated and comprehensive support of the international community to push forward its political reform and national development priorities, as envisaged in the Afghanistan National Peace and Development Framework.”
2018-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8294 (2018) · source
“We hope that the parties will redirect their efforts towards addressing the multiple challenges facing Afghanistan. The holding of peaceful and democratic parliamentary and district council elections within the set time frame is indeed very important, and we note some of the progress made in preparation for the elections. Accelerating those efforts and building the confidence of the Afghan people in the electoral process through the involvement and participation of all the relevant stakeholders will be key to ensuring the timely and successful holding of the elections. As the Secretary-General's report notes, ensuring an inclusive and credible electoral process while a significant percentage of the population lives in parts of the country that are insecure, with limited State authority, remains a fundamental challenge.”
2018-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8294 (2018) · source
“We hope that the Taliban will respond positively to that call and engage in direct talks with the Government with a view to achieving a political settlement and restoring lasting peace and security in Afghanistan. The support of regional and international stakeholders will be key to the success of the peace process, and we welcome the declaration adopted on 28 February reiterating the support of the international community for the Kabul process for an Afghan-led, Afghan-owned peace and reconciliation process, and reaffirming its commitment to the necessary fight against terrorism in order to bring lasting peace, security, stability and prosperity to Afghanistan. With regard to the political situation in the country, we take note of the peaceful settlement of the tension between the Presidential Palace and Jam'iyat-i Islami.”
2018-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8294 (2018) · source
“We appreciate the proposal of President Ghani for direct negotiations with the Taliban, which has received broad and strong support from Afghans and the international community. We also note that the Afghan Government offered another temporary ceasefire during the holiday of Eid al-Fitr and called for an extension to the ceasefire, with no response from the Taliban. The long-term security and stability of Afghanistan can be ensured only through a comprehensive and inclusive Afghan-led and Afghan-owned reconciliation and political process. In that regard, the renewed call of the Afghan Government for unconditional peace talks with the Taliban and the outlining of a framework for peace that was presented at the Kabul process conference are encouraging and need meaningful support from all stakeholders, including UNAMA.”
2018-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8294 (2018) · source
“According to the Secretary-General's report, the security situation has remained highly unstable in Afghanistan, with several mass-casualty incidents in urban areas. Suicide attacks have become the leading cause of civilian casualties. Once again, we take this opportunity to express our sympathy to and solidarity with the people and Government of Afghanistan for the loss of innocent lives, including those of women and children. We welcome the statement issued by the Security Council (SC/13386) condemning in the strongest terms the two heinous and cowardly terrorist attacks that took place in Nangarhar on 16 and 17 June, which resulted in at least 43 deaths and 45 injuries. Those acts of terrorism are criminal and unjustifiable, regardless of their motivation.”
2018-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8294 (2018) · source
“We too would like to thank the Secretary-General for his comprehensive report (S/2018/539) on the situation in Afghanistan and the activities of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). We appreciate the briefings of Special Representative of the Secretary- General Yamamoto, Vladimir Voronkov of the Office of Counter-Terrorism, and Yury Fedotov of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. Afghanistan still faces multiple and complex challenges to its security, stability and development. The people continue to pay a heavy price because of the instability and violence affecting the country, and, as the report of the Secretary-General makes evident, it is civilians, particularly women and children, who are the most vulnerable and face the bulk of the challenges.”
2018-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8294 (2018) · source
“In addition, consultation between the President of the Mechanism and the country concerned, Rwanda, on early release, in particular on the implication of such early release for the victims and the community at large, is vital. In that regard, lessons could be drawn from the Residual Special Court for Sierra Leone. I would like to conclude by reiterating the need for continued support from the Council to the Mechanism in the fulfilment ofits mandated residual functions. The support of Member States to the Residual Mechanism also remains critical, including in relation to the tracking of fugitives and the relocation of acquitted or released persons, as well as in addressing budget- related issues.”
2018-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8278 (2018) · source
“Some of the issues that continue to be raised by Rwanda in relation to the early release of persons convicted by the ICTR or the Residual Mechanism cannot be overlooked. We have noted the briefing note on the practice of the Residual Mechanism with regard to the early release of persons convicted by the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda, the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia and the Mechanism itself. In the process leading towards the early release of a person convicted by the ICTR, in accordance with rule 150 of the Amended Rules of Procedure and Evidence of the Mechanism, consultation with any judges of the sentencing Chamber who are judges ofthe Mechanism or at least two other judges, where none of the judges who imposed the sentence are judges of the Mechanism, is of the utmost importance.”
2018-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8278 (2018) · source
“We continue to note with concern that eight fugitives indicted by the ICTR and five fugitives who are currently expected to be brought to trial in Rwanda remain at large. In that regard, we appreciate the measures taken by the Office of the Prosecutor to track and arrest remaining fugitives. It is important that States continue to provide the necessary assistance to the Office of the Prosecutor of the Mechanism, including in the tracking of those fugitives. We have also noted in the report the humanitarian challenges faced by the Mechanism with regard to the relocation of acquitted and released persons. In our view, such issues require proper consideration in the upcoming review of the Mechanism for International Criminal Tribunals.”
2018-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8278 (2018) · source
“The measures taken by the Office of the Prosecutor to assist and build capacity in national criminal justice sectors with a view to supporting the prosecution of war crimes cases arising out of the conflicts in Rwanda and the former Yugoslavia are also commendable. We have noted some of the challenges raised in the report (see S/2018/471), in particular in relation to the decision of the General Assembly not to approve the Mechanism's budget for 2018-2019 and its implications for the long-term planning and operations of the Mechanism. While welcoming the measures taken by the Mechanism to reduce the impact of the decision, the concerns raised in relation to its implications for the completion of the functions of the Mechanism in a timely and effective manner require further consideration.”
2018-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8278 (2018) · source
“I would like to start by thanking the President of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals, Judge Meron, and its Prosecutor, Serge Brammertz, for their comprehensive progress report and briefing on the work of the Mechanism. We welcome the measures taken by the Mechanism, including the Office of the Prosecutor, to further enhance its efficiency as well as to streamline its internal working methods and processes within the chambers, despite its small staff and tight resources. We note with appreciation the work done by the Mechanism in assuming the responsibility for all functions remaining from both the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda and the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia after their closure, particularly their residual judicial mandates.”
2018-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8278 (2018) · source
“I would like to conclude my remarks by reaffirming the commitment of Ethiopia to the protection of civilians, including by providing life-saving humanitarian assistance and international protection to the thousands of refugees we continue to host as well as in our continued participation in various peace operations in our region.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“Of course, it goes without saying that peacekeepers should be guided by the broader principles of international humanitarian law in carrying out their mandated responsibilities and that they should be adequately trained in the area of international humanitarian law and human rights law. As one of the largest refugee-hosting countries, we continue to grapple with increasingly complex challenges related to the suffering of people on the move as a result of armed conflicts. In this regard, it is important to reinforce our international values, solidarity and responsibility-sharing as the basis upon which we, as the international community, must move forward in responding predictably, comprehensively, efficiently and meaningfully to these challenges.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“In this context, we believe that proper consultation with troop- and police-contributing countries in the formulation of the mandate of a mission is vital in order to achieve greater effectiveness in the execution of the mandate and ensure the protection of civilians. Moreover, peace operations should be adequately resourced and equipped with the necessary capabilities if they are fully to implement their protection-of- civilians mandates. Without bridging this gap, it would be too difficult to expect peace operations to deliver on their mandates, and we have a long way to go in addressing this critical challenge.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“As identified in the 2016 report of the Secretary- General (S/2016/447), enhancing respect for international humanitarian and human rights law and promoting good practice by parties to armed conflict should continue to be the priority for action in the protection of civilians. Strengthening compliance with international humanitarian law by both States and non-State armed groups is important in this regard. Peacekeeping operations continue to be an important tool for the protection of civilians, in spite of the challenges they face, especially in asymmetric environments. As a major troop-contributing country to United Nations peace operations and one of the signatories to the Kigali Principles on the Protection of Civilians, Ethiopia attaches great importance to the protection of civilians.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“Even the lives of humanitarian workers and other actors, who are the front lines of saving lives, continue to be at risk. We have witnessed all this in a number of conflict and crisis situations. Therefore, the protection challenges identified in the report of the Secretary-General, particularly those related to attacks against civilians and civilian objects, as well as instances of disregard for international humanitarian law by parties to an armed conflict, are indeed a matter of serious concern. We note the three additional actions recommended by the Secretary- General and the national protection policy framework annexed to his report. We hope that these three additional actions, as well as the policy framework, will be further discussed within the appropriate framework.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“I should like to start by joining others in commending Poland for having convened this open debate, and we are glad, Mr. Minister, to see you preside over this meeting. Let me also thank the Secretary-General for his briefing on the theme based on his comprehensive report on the protection of civilians in armed conflict (S/2018/462). I should also like to thank the Director-General of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Mr. Yves Daccord, and Ms. Hanaa Edwar for having shared their perspectives with the Council. Across the many conflict and crisis situations that we deal with here in the Council, the protection of civilians is a common challenge. Innocent civilians suffer vicious attacks; many others become displaced; some are kidnapped or are held under siege; and others are starved or denied the basic necessities.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“The reconciliation process should also be further promoted to reinforce the political process, as well as to address community grievances in a manner that could rebuild the social fabric and trust. Allow me to conclude by underlining that only a comprehensive political process can address the multifaceted crisis in Libya and ensure the rule of law. In that regard, we encourage all Libyans to continue to work together in a spirit of compromise and to continue to engage in the conclusive political process set out in the action plan to bring about concrete results that could facilitate its full implementation. The international community, particularly the Council, should also send a strong and unified message to pressure all parties to stop violence and engage in an inclusive and sustained political dialogue.”
2018-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8250 (2018) · source
“The international community should also provide comprehensive support anchored in a long-term strategy for the building of State institutions that could foster an environment of peace, security and stability. It is our conviction that the continued and widespread Violation of human rights cannot be stopped sustainably until all Libyan political actors find a lasting political solution for the prolonged transition. In that regard, we reiterate our support for continued diplomatic efforts by the Special Representative and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya, Mr. Ghassan Salame. We believe it is critical to intensify coordinated and complimentary international efforts to fully implement the United Nations action plan.”
2018-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8250 (2018) · source
“We also believe that it is vital to end the prevailing sense of impunity through appropriate mechanisms that respect the sovereignty and the territorial integrity of Libya. All Libyan parties should be reminded that the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure is their responsibility. While it is the primary responsibility ofthe Libyans themselves to take all appropriate action to restore peace and security, the international community has an important role to play in supporting their endeavours. In that regard, it is indispensable to continue capacity- building and technical assistance for the State institutions of Libya, particularly judiciary and law enforcement bodies, with the objective of ensuring the rule of law.”
2018-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8250 (2018) · source
“This climate of violence and insecurity is hampering the ability of Victims to seek protection and justice. We condemn any violence against civilians or civilian facilities, including the recent terrorist attack on the High National Elections Commission. We take this opportunity to express our solidarity and sympathy with the people and the Government of Libya. Its civilians, particularly the most vulnerable groups, such as women, children, migrants and refugees, bear the brunt of the Violence and suffer enormously. The agony of Libyans must stop. The sense of continued impunity should end. It is important that the international community work together to support Libyans to end the current state of fear and uncertainty. All actors who commit human rights violations and attacks must be held accountable and brought to justice.”
2018-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8250 (2018) · source
“We thank Ms. Bensouda for her written report in accordance with resolution 1970 (2011), as well as for her briefing. The continued violation of human rights committed in Libya by all parties remains a source of concern. The cycle of Violence has resulted in the death and the injury of civilians, as well as the destruction of civilian facilities. Abduction, torture, killing and arbitrary detention continue unabated and with a sense of impunity. In addition, illegal armed groups and human trafficking persist, While criminal gangs continue to commit crimes, exploiting and further exacerbating the general climate of lawlessness, as well as the weakness of judicial institutions. Terrorist groups, including elements of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Sham, continue their attacks.”
2018-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8250 (2018) · source
“We call on the parties to extend the cooperation that is vital to the work of the High Representative. We also recognize the essential role played by the European Union military mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina, EUFOR Althea, in maintaining safety and stability in the country.”
2018-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8248 (2018) · source
“We believe that this issue must be handled very wisely, as it has the potential to affect not only the formation of Government after the next election cycle but also the continuity and stability of the country. It is our hope that the ruling of the Constitutional Court on reviewing the country's election law willbe implemented in a manner consistent with the provisions of the Dayton Peace Agreement. We also encourage parties to undertake serious political dialogue to address the differences surrounding the issue of electoral reform, which would be particularly relevant considering that a general election will be held this year. In conclusion, we would like to express our support to the High Representative and his Office in discharging their mandate to monitor the implementation of the civilian aspects of the Dayton Agreement.”
2018-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8248 (2018) · source
“In that regard, we call upon all authorities and political leaders to fully respect the decision of the Constitutional Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Respecting the rule of law and the authority of State institutions, which are established under the Dayton Peace Accords, is fundamental for the State-building process in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is therefore important that all parties refrain from any provocative statements or actions that could undermine the sovereignty, territorial integrity, cohesion and constitutional order of Bosnia and Herzegovina. We also take note of the continued disagreement concerning changes to the electoral law in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
2018-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8248 (2018) · source
“We are also encouraged by the continued exchange of visits by high-level officials and political leaders of the countries in the region, which, in our View, would strengthen good neighbourly relations and enhance cooperation in the Western Balkans. In that regard, the trilateral meeting undertaken by the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina with the Presidents of Serbia and Croatia is commendable. We encourage the continuation of such high-level engagement in future. We are nevertheless concerned about some of the reported developments that undermine the political stability of Bosnia and Herzegovina. In particular, we take note of the divisive rhetoric and actions that continue to challenge the constitutional order and integrity of the State-level judiciary system in the country.”
2018-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8248 (2018) · source
“I would like to begin by thanking the High Representative for the Implementation of the Peace Agreement on Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mr. Valentin Inzko, for his comprehensive briefing on the latest report concerning the implementation of the Peace Agreement on Bosnia and Herzegovina (S/2018/416, annex). We would like to affirm our support for the sovereignty, territorial integrity and unity of Bosnia and Herzegovina. We would like to welcome the positive developments demonstrated by Bosnia and Herzegovina in the reporting period, including the progress on the country's European Union (EU) accession process. We believe that progress is testament to the country's commitment to the EU integration process, with a far-reaching, long-term and positive contribution to the stability and prosperity of the country and the region at large.”
2018-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8248 (2018) · source
“What we tried to do during the negotiations was to heed that call and make every possible effort to balance the text so that the Council would be able to convey the right message. Unfortunately, we were not able to do so. Finally, we would like to reiterate Ethiopia's long- standing and consistent position in support of a just, lasting and mutually acceptable political solution that would also provide for the self-determination of the people of Western Sahara, in the context of arrangements consistent with the principles and purposes of the Charter of the United Nations.”
2018-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8246 (2018) · source
“However, any meaningful progress in the peace process will hinge on the full cooperation of the two parties with the Personal Envoy. We therefore request the Council to engage the parties to enhance their engagement, demonstrate the necessary political will and commit themselves to resuming direct negotiations in good faith and without condition. We also reiterate the absolute necessity for the Security Council to refrain from making any pronouncement that could potentially undermine the commitment of the parties to the peace process. As the Personal Envoy has said repeatedly, the Council should not be seen to be siding with one or the other party, which would undermine efforts aimed at facilitating the resumption of negotiations.”
2018-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8246 (2018) · source
“The situation in Guerguerat was a matter of concern for the Council in the past, and we hope that this lingering tension will not undermine the new effort to find a political solution to the issue of Western Sahara. We call on both parties to honour their commitments to the agreement reached with MINURSO in relation to the ceasefire. While expressing our concern about the recent rhetoric towards escalation, we underline the need for both parties to refrain from taking any action that could increase tensions, which would also make it difficult to create an environment conducive to the peace process. The recent developments, of which we are all aware, make it all the more urgent for the Council to support the work of the Personal Envoy. We hope that the fifth round of direct negotiations will be launched as quickly as possible.”
2018-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8246 (2018) · source
“We were indeed flexible in our approach and ready to engage in real negotiations to reach the desired consensus on the text, but we were not given the chance to do so, even if some if not all of our comments were reflected in the text submitted for the vote and it was put in blue without passing through the silence procedure. Therefore, we had no option but to abstain. That having been said, however, we would like to reiterate the important role that the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO) has been playing and will play in supporting the Personal Envoy of the Secretary-General in his efforts to find a political solution to the issue of Western Sahara. We continue to urge the two parties to continue to closely cooperate with MINURSO.”
2018-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8246 (2018) · source
“We have all been following the new developments that have unfolded over the past few months surrounding the issue of Western Sahara and the undeniable progress that we have begun to see towards the relaunch of direct negotiations following the appointment of the Personal Envoy of the Secretary- General, President Horst Kohler. In this connection, we would have liked to vote in favour of the text proposed by the United States. Unfortunately, the points raised during the negotiations on the resolution to make it much more balanced and neutral were not taken on board.”
2018-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8246 (2018) · source
“I would like to conclude by affirming our commitment to advancing the youth and peace and security agenda within the existing frameworks, the Council and the broader United Nations system, including by negotiating a possible Council decision following the independent progress report in the next few weeks.”
2018-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8241 (2018) · source
“Internationally, the United Nations and its various agencies and programmes, as well as the Security Council, can be instrumental in advancing the youth, peace and security agenda within their mandate and ensuring follow-up to resolution 2250 (2015). For instance, the Council could follow up, as appropriate, on relevant recommendations in the independent progress study in the context of existing thematic issues or country-specific situations on its agenda, including in the context of existing reporting frameworks, and taking into account the particular concerns of youth populations - including those who have been forcibly displaced - that conflict situations have left particularly vulnerable.”
2018-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8241 (2018) · source