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1. “Maintaining the unity of the Council, as expressed in its latest presidential statement (S/PRST/2018/4) in urging the parties to participate in the High-level Revitalization Forum of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and live up to the commitments they made, was underscored. On the margins of the thirtieth African Union (AU) Summit, a series of meetings were held in Addis Ababa, including the meeting of the leaders of the United Nations, AU and IGAD as part of maintaining unity of purpose among the three organizations in the search for lasting peace, security and stability in South Sudan. The hope and expectation is that it would provide renewed impetus to the second phase of the High-level Revitalization Forum, which is scheduled to start early next month.”

   2018-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8173 (2018) · source

2. “The joint efforts by the United Nations and the African Union to explore options for financing AMISOM. was also noted. Last but not least, the Council received a briefing on the situation in South Sudan (see S/PV.8166). The security situation in South Sudan remains fragile, and the dire humanitarian situation continues to be of serious concern. The signing of the Agreement on the Cessation of Hostilities, Protection of Civilians and Humanitarian Access was welcomed, but its violation by the parties is dimming prospects for progress in ending the conflict. The members of the Council stressed that all violations must be investigated and that those responsible held accountable. In that regard, the role of the Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring Mechanism in verifying those violations was appreciated.”

   2018-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8173 (2018) · source

3. “However, concern was raised about the ongoing instability in Somalia, and Council members urged all parties to resolve political differences through peaceful dialogue. With regard to the conditions-based transition plan, the Council reaffirmed the importance of accelerating the implementation of the national security architecture while focusing on the gradual transfer of lead security responsibility from the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) to the Somali Government. In that regard, members underlined the importance of close consultation among the Federal Government, the federal member states, the African Union and the troop-contributing countries, the United Nations and international partners to ensure a coordinated approach to implementing conditions-based planning and financing.”

   2018-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8173 (2018) · source

4. “They expressed their intention to follow the situation closely and to respond with appropriate steps within the framework of resolution 2374 (2017), should the parties not implement the commitments made in accordance with the new timetable. We hope the press statement issued by the Council on 24 January (SC/13177) will send the right message to the parties in that regard. On 24 January the members of the Security Council deliberated on the situation in Somalia (see S/PV.8165). While progress on the political, security and economic reforms was welcomed, the importance of making progress on key issues in 2018, including on the constitutional review, elections, fiscal federalism and power- and resource-sharing, was underscored.”

   2018-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8173 (2018) · source

5. “It was an opportunity for the Council to welcome the renewed commitment of the Malian parties to the expeditious implementation of all of their remaining obligations under the Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in Mali by the end of March, through the adoption of a revised timetable. However, serious concern was expressed about persistent delays in the full implementation of key provisions of the Agreement. Council members underscored the urgent need to deliver tangible and visible peace dividends to the population in the north and other parts of Mali in order to preserve the relevance of the agreement and prevent the reversal of the gains achieved thus far.”

   2018-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8173 (2018) · source

6. “Council members reiterated their support for the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya and his work to facilitate the implementation of the United Nations action plan. It was acknowledged that the road ahead would not be easy. The importance of further galvanizing the support of the Libyans themselves and of the international community to bring about a Libyan-led political solution, under the auspices of the United Nations, was very much underscored. On 23 January the Council received a briefing on the situation in Mali and the activities of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (see S/PV.8163).”

   2018-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8173 (2018) · source

7. “We welcome the presidential statement (S/PRST/2018/4) adopted this morning, which reflects the consensus of the Council on the situation in Darfur and the reconfiguration of UNAMID. On 11 January, the Security Council received a briefing on the six-month report of the Secretary- General on the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) (see S/PV.8156). The briefing allowed the Council to reflect on the political, peace and security situation and the humanitarian situation in West Africa and the Sahel. The presidential statement adopted yesterday (S/PRST/2018/3) reflects the salient points raised during the Council's discussions and its recognition of the role of UNOWAS in supporting efforts by national and local actors to sustain peace. The Security Council discussed the situation in Libya on 17 January (see S/PV.8159).”

   2018-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8173 (2018) · source

8. “On 10 January, the Council received a briefing on the situation in Darfur and the activities of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) (see S/PV.8155). It was noted that the security situation in Darfur continues to show marked progress and that the Government is consolidating State authority across Darfur. The weapons-collection programme launched by the Government is also said to have consolidated the prevailing relative peace and stability in Darfur. However, concern was expressed about the lack of progress in the peace process. With regard to UNAMID, the assessment report presented by the Chairperson of the African Union Commission and the Secretary-General on phase one of the reconfiguration of the mission (S/2018/12) was discussed.”

   2018-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8173 (2018) · source

9. “The critical importance of enhanced coordination among the United Nations, the African Union, the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region, the Southern African Development Community and other partners in supporting the implementation of the 31 December agreement and the electoral process was underscored. That and other relevant points are covered in the press statement issued by the Council on 16 in January (SC/13163), which sent a clear message to the Congolese parties to reject violence and address their differences peacefully. Resolving problems of violence in eastern and central Democratic Republic of the Congo, ensuring the rule of law and accountability were identified as priorities to facilitate the necessary conditions for the conduct of the elections.”

   2018-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8173 (2018) · source

10. “One year after the signing of the Comprehensive and Inclusive Political Agreement of 31 December 2016, the deep divisions that remain on its implementation and the tense political atmosphere that prevails in the country are a source of concern. The deteriorating security and humanitarian situation is also worrisome. There was broad consensus among Council members on the importance of accelerating the full implementation of the 31 December agreement, which remains the only viable framework for resolving the current political impasse and for doing everything possible to ensure that the elections scheduled for 23 December take place in a free, fair, peaceful and credible manner.”

    2018-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8173 (2018) · source

11. “The visit to Kabul afforded Council members an opportunity to have a better appreciation of the situation in Afghanistan. The high-level briefing on non-proliferation (see S/PV.8160) also allowed us to have an exchange of views on practical confidence-building measures to de-escalate growing tensions and preserve the international non-proliferation regime. Today I speak on behalf of three African members of the Council, and I would like to highlight the discussion we had over the past month, in particular with regard to issues of peace and security in Africa. On 9 January the Security Council discussed the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (see S/PV.8153).”

    2018-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8173 (2018) · source

12. “First of all, I would like to congratulate you, Sir, and your team on the successful completion of your presidency. This month we welcomed the six newly elected members of the Security Council, and the important initiative that you took to organize a flag installation ceremony for the first time is very much welcomed and appreciated. We hope the ceremony will be maintained as a tradition in the years to come. Substantively speaking, January has indeed been a very busy month and a great deal has been accomplished. The effort you, Sir, made in bringing the issue of Afghanistan and the Central Asia region to the fore is commendable. We also welcome the adoption of the press statement on the United Nations Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (SC/13179) for the first time in some time.”

    2018-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8173 (2018) · source

13. “Therefore, it is imperative that the two sides resume direct and meaningful negotiation to achieve a comprehensive, just and lasting solution, on the basis of mutual trust and a spirit of compromise, that ensures Israel's security and Palestinian aspirations for statehood. That is what the situation calls for, and it is in the best interests of the two parties as well as of the international community as a whole. We hope that the extraordinary meeting of the international donor group for Palestine, the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee, that is expected to convene in Brussels by the end of this month will provide an opportunity to bring all the parties together to discuss measures to speed up efforts that can underpin a negotiated two-State solution.”

    2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source

14. “While it is the parties that should show flexibility to engage in direct and meaningful negotiation to reach a final settlement on all issues, we believe the international community, and in particular the Security Council, should help and encourage the two sides to do so. That is all the more timely and urgent in the light of the circumstances of the moment. At a time when terrorism is a major challenge in the region and sectarian violence is on the rise, the absence of any meaningful progress will be a recipe for disaster and increase further radicalization, which creates favourable conditions for extremists to thrive.”

    2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source

15. “As much as we support the right of Israel to exist in peace and security, we also support the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people to self-determination and the right of Palestine to exist as a free and independent State. Accordingly, we fully support the goal of two States living side by side in peace and security as the only viable option to resolving the Israeli- Palestinian dispute. We believe that is not only in the best interests of both Israel and Palestine, but it will also significantly advance peace and security in the Middle East region. Any obstacle to that goal should be addressed in order to pave the way for progress in the peace talks.”

    2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source

16. “Unfortunately, peace has so far remained elusive, to the detriment of all as well as to the peace and stability of the Middle East region. The same known obstacles to the removal of the logjam to peace persist, with no movement forward to speak of - a situation that is hardly conducive to sustainable peace and security for all concerned. In the meantime, the quest for justice keeps being postponed, with all its implications. Without genuine efforts towards removing those obstacles, there cannot be any meaningful progress towards realizing the two- State solution. Our position on the Israeli-Palestinian dispute has always been consistent and, we believe, principled.”

    2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source

17. “We are already witnessing the impact of the Gulf crisis in our region, and the fallout from the Yemeni conflict is being felt across the Red Sea. The fact that the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant/Da'esh is trying to establish cells in Somalia has been a major concern in that regard. More broadly, however, that there are developments taking place that could potentially undermine the gains made in recent years, and further complicate peace and security in the Horn of Africa region, is very clear. We believe that requires serious attention and follow-up. The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has been one of those disputes at the core of the dangerous situation that has essentially defined the Middle East for the past several decades. The conflict has been compounded further by the recent conflicts plaguing other countries of the region.”

    2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source

18. “The combined effects of long-standing and unresolved disputes, the challenges of governance, the effect for a long time time of low oil prices and economic stagnation, the youth bulge and high rates of unemployment, the collapse of State institutions, sectarian strife, geopolitical rivalry, the threat of terrorism and violent extremism, the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, including the use of chemical weapons, a massive influx of refugees and migrants, and humanitarian crises have been threatening to destabilize the whole region, with enormous consequences for international peace and security. The geostrategic importance of the Middle East region is well known. But for us in the Horn of Africa the situation in that region has a direct implication for our peace and stability.”

    2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source

19. “We are grateful to Mr. Nickolay Mladenov for his comprehensive briefing on the situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question, which was very helpful, as always. The peace and security situation in the Middle East remains a matter of serious concern for international peace and security. Issues ranging from the Israeli- Palestinian conflict to the Syrian and Yemeni crises and the situation in Libya have dominated much of our discussion in the Security Council over the past year.”

    2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source

20. “We are extremely grateful for the support provided to the revitalization process so far by the African Union, the United Nations, as well as other regional and international stakeholders. That support needs to be further strengthened and continue on a regular basis. We are pleased to note, as President Mogae indicated earlier, that the leaders of the United Nations, the African Union and IGAD will meet on 27 January on the sidelines of the African Union Summit, as part of maintaining the unity of purpose among the three organizations in the search of lasting peace, security and stability in South Sudan. We hope that will provide impetus for the second phase of the Forum.”

    2018-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8166 (2018) · source

21. “We must also stress that those reported violations should not be used as an excuse to undermine the second phase of the High-level Revitalization Forum, which is scheduled to be held during the first week of February. In fact, we should build on the positive momentum generated so far. The upcoming IGAD meeting is expected to lay the groundwork for the resumption of the second phase of the Forum. In all of that, the support of the international community, in particular that of the Security Council, remains absolutely critical. The Council should maintain its unity and continue speaking with one voice, as expressed in its latest presidential statement (S/PRST/2017/25), in urging the parties to participate in the Forum and live up to the commitments they made.”

    2018-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8166 (2018) · source

22. “All violations of the cessation of hostilities agreement must be investigated, and we appreciate what the Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring Mechanism has been able to accomplish so far in collaboration with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan - reporting and verifying violations of the cessation of hostilities agreement under very difficult and challenging circumstances. We would like to stress that all signatories to the cessation of hostilities agreement are obligated to ensure unrestricted access to the Mechanism's ceasefire monitors so that they can accurately and speedily report on the situation around the country.”

    2018-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8166 (2018) · source

23. “It will undermine the genuine efforts being exerted to help South Sudanese parties to address the root causes of the conflict in South Sudan through an all-inclusive dialogue that would pave the way for national reconciliation and the building of effective State institutions through a democratic process. All the parties must live up to the letter and spirit of the agreement that they themselves have agreed to uphold if there is going to be any hope of turning the tide in South Sudan. As we have been saying all along, the success of the revitalization process and in addressing the enormous challenges that South Sudan faces will really depend on the willingness of all the parties.”

    2018-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8166 (2018) · source

24. “This is a major achievement that should be welcomed, and we commend all the relevant stakeholders who worked tirelessly for it to come to fruition. The agreement is hoped to bring an end to the senseless violence in the country so that conducive conditions would be created for a more substantive political discussion among the parties to address the complex challenges the country is facing, as well as to ensure a safe environment for delivering the acutely needed humanitarian assistance. However, the reported violation of the cessation of hostilities agreement - here both sides are implicated - is dimming the prospect for progress in ending the conflict. This is very unfortunate and deeply regrettable.”

    2018-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8166 (2018) · source

25. “We thank Under-Secretary- General Jean-Pierre Lacroix and Assistant Secretary- General Ursula Mueller for their briefings. We are also pleased to have President Festus Mogae and, as always, we appreciate his briefing on the recent developments in South Sudan, particularly those relating to the high- level revitalization forum. The security situation in South Sudan still remains fragile and the dire humanitarian situation continues to be ofserious concern. That is why reaching an agreement on the cessation of hostilities was accorded the utmost priority at the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) High-level Revitalization Forum. In fact, the parties were able to sign on 21 December 2017 the Agreement on the Cessation of Hostilities, Protection of Civilians and Humanitarian Access.”

    2018-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8166 (2018) · source

26. “We hope that the Council will send a unified message to the Malian parties calling on them to fulfil their obligations under the Peace Agreement and accelerate its implementation.”

    2018-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8163 (2018) · source

27. “We are pleased to note that the Joint Force achieved initial operational capability in October and has conducted its first operation - in the tri-border area between Burkina Faso, Mali and the Niger, from 27 October to 11 November 2017. Finally, we welcome the renewed commitment by the Malian parties to the Peace and Reconciliation Agreement and the understanding they have reached on the revised timeline for the implementation of the outstanding provisions by the end of March. It is absolutely essential that the parties abide by their commitment to respect the timelines. As agreed by the Council, action must be taken with regard to those who are found to be obstructing the timely, full and effectively implementation of the Agreement.”

    2018-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8163 (2018) · source

28. “Strengthening of cooperation between the Malian armed forces and MINUSMA in the conduct of coordinated operations, logistics and operational support, including information- and intelligence-sharing, as well as planning and training, remain critical. It is only through such cooperation by MINUSMA and support by the United Nations country team that the Sustainable Development Goals in terms of a structural transformation of the economy and consolidating governance and security capacity can be achieved. In that spirit, we strongly support efforts in addressing the root causes of conflict through investment and job creation in the country. The peace and security of Mali is closely linked with that of the region. The Security Council's continued support to the Group of Five for the Sahel Joint Force remains vital.”

    2018-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8163 (2018) · source

29. “We call on international partners to help bridge funding gaps for the rehabilitation of infrastructure and equipment, which is a serious challenge that continues to affect the speed of the recovery process in the country. We appreciate that the Peacebuilding Fund allocated a significant amount of resources to address the deteriorating security situation in the Segou and Mopti regions, including for reconciliation and conflict prevention. Improving the logistics nightmare by opening the Cotonou-Niamey-Gao supply route in order to service camps in eastern and northern Mali, as well as the new centralized warehouse facility in Gao, has been a landmark achievement, as the whole process will significantly improve the delivery of humanitarian assistance and goods to the regions.”

    2018-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8163 (2018) · source

30. “In northern and central Mali, the repeated targeting of Malian civilian authorities by terrorists clearly serves to indicate their destructive intention to undermine State authority. We note from the report of the Secretary-General (S/2017/1105) that the number of State officials redeployed to those regions showed a decreasing trend because of the prevailing insecurity. Reversing that situation is a major challenge, as observed during the Council's visit in October. There is no doubt that there is need for additional enhanced efforts to extend State authority in all territories of Mali. With regard to the expansion of social services, the rehabilitation of health centres and schools and the digging of bore holes in the regions of Timbuktu, Menaka, Gao and Taoudenni through domestic financing is encouraging.”

    2018-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8163 (2018) · source

31. “We note with satisfaction that no ceasefire violations by signatories to the greement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali have been reported since the previous briefing (see S/PV.8062). It is also encouraging that Malian political actors have been able to achive key stabilization objectives for the succesful establishment of interim authorities in all northern regions of the country and the launching of mixed patrols in Gao. Their discussions on finding a political settlement to the ongoing intercommunal conflict is also worth noting. On the other hand, the challenges that Mali faces in relation to the deteriorating security situation remain a source of serious concern.”

    2018-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8163 (2018) · source

32. “I wish to start by expressing our appreciation to Under-Secretary-General Jean- Pierre Lacroix for his comprehensive briefing on the situation in Mali and on the activities of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA). We continue to appreciate all of the efforts and sacrifices being made by MINUSMA peacekeepers, who, as we all know, operate under extremely difficult circumstances and continuously face asymetrial attacks by terrorists. They certainly deserve our support and solidarity. We are also pleased to see the new Foreign Minister of Mali, His Excellency Mr. Coulibaly. We look forward to hearing his maiden statement to the Security Council.”

    2018-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8163 (2018) · source

33. “We all know that the road ahead will not be easy, which is why it is Vital to further galvanize the support of the Libyans themselves and the international community in order to bring to fruition a Libyan-led political solution under the auspices of the United Nations.”

    2018-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8159 (2018) · source

34. “The agreement reached between the two organizations to work together to build consensus among Libyans, unify the Libyan institutions, form an inclusive national Government, hold free and fair elections in the country based on the relevant decisions of the Security Council and the AU Peace and Security Council, and build on the African Union road map and the United Nations action plan is very welcome. In addition, addressing the plight of migrants should also remain one of the top priorities of the international community. Finally, I would like to conclude by reiterating our support for the Special Representative and the work that he has been doing to facilitate the implementation of the United Nations action plan.”

    2018-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8159 (2018) · source

35. “We believe the Council's presidential statement of 14 December 2017 (S/PRST/2017/26) sent the right message, and its full implementation will be vital to accelerating the progress already made with respect to the action plan. The role of neighbouring countries and regional organizations also remains critical to ending the Libyan crisis. In that regard, we welcome the visit ofthe Special Representative to Addis Ababa and commend him for holding useful and extensive discussions with senior officials of the African Union (AU), including the Chairperson of the AU Commission. We believe that such meetings could further strengthen coordination and ensure greater collaboration between the two organizations with a view to achieving lasting peace in Libya.”

    2018-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8159 (2018) · source

36. “In that regard, we urge all Libyan actors to continue their engagement in the political process in a constructive spirit with a view to finding a lasting political solution and realizing the legitimate aspirations of the Libyan people. To seize the current window of opportunity, the United Nations should further strengthen its partnership with Libyans. In that regard, we welcome the recent Visit of Under-Secretary-General Jeffrey Feltman to Libya, which further demonstrated the commitment and readiness of the United Nations to support Libyans in their endeavours aimed at bringing about peace and stability. The international community, and in particular the Security Council, should also continue to support the implementation of the action plan.”

    2018-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8159 (2018) · source

37. “Furthermore, the efforts of the Special Representative to promote local reconciliation and dialogue, including through the holding of several town hall meetings and preparations to hold a national conference, will contribute to addressing the internal division among Libyans and help foster a spirit of harmonious coexistence among all segments of society. We recognize that serious challenges remain in fully implementing the action plan, including the lack of effective and unified State institutions, insecurity - including the recent outbreak of fighting in Tripoli - and human trafficking, inter alia. Therefore, the Special Representative of the Secretary- General's continued efforts to implement the United Nations action plan requires more coordinated and coherent support from Libyans and the international community.”

    2018-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8159 (2018) · source

38. “We commend the Special Representative for his continued efforts to facilitate the implementation of the action plan in close collaboration with the Libyans and other stakeholders. It is encouraging that progress has been made on a limited amendment of the Libyan Political Agreement, which we believe remains the only viable framework for ending the transitional period. We also appreciate the provision of assistance by the United Nations to the relevant Libyan authorities in order to facilitate the holding of elections in 2018. We believe the registration of more than 2 million voters demonstrates the commitment and readiness of the Libyans to engage in a democratic electoral process that would end the transitional period.”

    2018-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8159 (2018) · source

39. “We express appreciation to Special Representative of the Secretary-General Ghassan Salame for his briefing as well as for his continued diplomatic endeavours to bring about lasting peace and stability in Libya. We also Sweden's leadership of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) and thank the Deputy Permanent Representative, Ambassador Irina Schoulgin Nyoni, for her briefing on the activities of the Committee. We also thank Ms. Hajer Sharief for her remarks. We once again reiterate our support for the United Nations action plan endorsed by the Security Council in its efforts to bring about a Libyan-owned political solution under the auspices of the United Nations.”

    2018-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8159 (2018) · source

40. “In conclusion, we need to underscore the critical importance of addressing the resource constraints and restrained capacities that different United Nations entities and international organizations encounter in addressing those challenges.”

    2017-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8140 (2017) · source

41. “We believe that will be instrumental in enhancing cooperation and confidence-building measures with a view to promoting progress in arms control. The third Review Conference on the Programme of Action on Small Arms and Light Weapons, which is scheduled to be held in June 2018, will be an important platform to encourage Member States to undertake a set of measures at the national level and to further strengthen efforts at subregional and regional cooperation, coordination and information-sharing mechanisms, in particular transborder customs cooperation and information-sharing, with a view to preventing, combating and eradicating the illicit transfer, destabilizing accumulation and misuse of small arms and light weapons.”

    2017-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8140 (2017) · source

42. “For us in Africa, the African Union's strategy on the control of illicit proliferation, circulation and trafficking of small arms and light weapons, as well as corresponding action plans, is the comprehensive policy framework to carry out the fight against illicit arms. There is a need to support such regional efforts, and we appreciate the existing cooperation with the relevant United Nations entities in that regard. We hope they will continue to be strengthened. At the international level, we note the positive progress achieved during the reporting period, which include the unanimous adoption of the Disarmament Commission's recommendations on practical confidence- building measures in the field of conventional weapons.”

    2017-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8140 (2017) · source

43. “The role of the Security Council in addressing the illicit transfer, destabilizing accumulation and misuse of small arms and light weapons in an integrated and holistic manner that incorporates political, security, development, human rights and rule-of-law activities is imperative. We could agree more with the Secretary- General on the need to mainstream the issue of the illicit trade, misuse and excessive accumulation of weapons into all relevant Council discussions. We also recognize that addressing the scourge of illicit small arms and light weapons requires coordinated action at the national, regional and international levels.”

    2017-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8140 (2017) · source

44. “Small arms and light weapons are by far the most widespread and most used weapons in different parts of the world, and they continue to be key enablers of numerous international conflicts and civil wars, which has resulted in enormous harm to civilians, including women and children. Furthermore, small arms and light weapons are creating instability and long-term governance challenges, thereby complicating conflict resolution and peacebuilding efforts. Such weapons also end up in the hands of both domestic and transnational terrorist groups. The increased linkages between transnational organized crime and terrorism, as well as the wider use of emerging technologies for illicit trafficking and production, is therefore a matter of growing concern that should be seriously addressed.”

    2017-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8140 (2017) · source

45. “We would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Izumi Nakamitsu for her briefing on the report of the Secretary-General on small arms and light weapons (S/2017/1025) issued pursuant to resolution 2220 (2015), which sheds light on the developments and trends with regard to small arms and light weapons. The threat posed by the illicit trafficking in small arms and light weapons and its devastating consequences for international peace and security is indeed a source of serious concern. We know its devastating consequences from the experiences of our region, which has been awash with such weapons.”

    2017-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8140 (2017) · source

46. “In that regard, I would like to underscore the significant role that the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team of the Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning ISIL (Da'esh), Al-Qaida, and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and entities continues to play to that end in providing the Committee with relevant information regarding the illicit trade of cultural property for a possible listing by the Committee, in accordance with Council resolution 2347 (2017). I would like to conclude my remarks by underscoring the importance of continued implementation and follow-up of the measures identified under resolution 2347 (2017) and relevant international legal frameworks to further strengthen the protection of cultural heritage in the context of armed conflict.”

    2017-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8119 (2017) · source

47. “As affirmed in resolution 2347 (2017), United Nations peacekeeping operations, when mandated, could also play a critical role in assisting relevant authorities, at their request, in protecting cultural heritage from destruction, illicit excavation, looting and smuggling in the context of armed conflicts. In that regard, we take note with appreciation of the support that UNESCO has provided to the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali and the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon. In our view, in addition to mandating peacekeeping missions to assist States in protecting cultural heritage in armed conflict, the Security Council could make a significant contribution to protecting cultural heritage and preventing its trafficking, theft, pillage or misappropriation by armed groups and terrorists.”

    2017-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8119 (2017) · source

48. “We recognize that the primary responsibility for protecting cultural heritage from damage, destruction and looting lies with States themselves. They are also required to take all measures necessary within the framework of their criminal legislation to prosecute and punish individuals, groups or entities responsible for the destruction, looting, damage or trafficking of cultural heritage. However, that requires enhanced cooperation among Member States, as the report of the Secretary-General indicates. Strengthening that cooperation, including in the context of Security Council resolution 2347 (2017), is important, and such efforts could be complemented by measures at the international and regional levels and may encompass legislative enforcement, judicial cooperation and temporary protection, among other things.”

    2017-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8119 (2017) · source

49. “We also welcome the work undertaken by UNESCO, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, INTERPOL and the World Customs Organization to that end. All parties to an armed conflict have the obligation not to direct hostilities at cultural property, not to use cultural properties for military purposes and to avoid incidental damage to such property unless it is located in the immediate proximity of military targets or dictated by military imperative. Ensuring such special protection of cultural heritage in armed conflict requires a comprehensive approach that encompasses a broad set of measures aimed at strengthening the protective framework for cultural heritage and ensuring accountability for properties.”

    2017-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8119 (2017) · source

50. “The looting and smuggling of cultural artefacts and ongoing exploitation of cultural sites by the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) in Syria and Iraq, as well as by Al-Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula in Yemen, are also of great concern. Trafficking in cultural heritage continues to generate income for terrorist groups, such as ISIL, to fund their activities. It is in that context that we note with appreciation the positive developments that have occurred before and since the adoption of Security Council resolution 2347 (2017), involving institutional capacity-building, legislative accountability and enforcement measures geared towards further strengthening the protection of cultural heritage.”

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