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“With regard to the statement of the representative of Israel, first, the majority of representatives in this Chamber, with the exception of the United States representative, did not absolutely acknowledge the United States action, which proves that this action violates resolutions 242 (1967), 338 (1973) and 497 (1981). That is an important lesson which the representative of Israel must understand. He should grasp the lessons learned and the wisdom of what happened today. Fourteen out of fifteen members told him and all those who protect him that this thoughtless behaviour is wrong. Annexing land by force is wrong and illegal and violates the Charter of the United Nations and Security Council resolutions. We are not reinventing the wheel in that regard. The Israelis would like to reinvent the wheel. That is my first point.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8495 (2019) · source
“The representative of the Syrian Arab Republic has asked for the floor to make a further statement. I give him the floor. Mr. Ja'afari (Syrian Arab Republic) (spoke in Arabic) I would like to clarify first that I spoke about Nazi Germany during the Second World War. I did not talk about Germany today. I spoke about Nazi Germany during the Second World War. I addressed my colleague, the representative of Germany, and spoke about his comments. I did not speak about Germany. I spoke about the comments of my colleague, the representative of Germany. That is what I would like to clarify to Her Excellency the representative of Britain.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8495 (2019) · source
“In that regard, in consideration of the latest developments in the situation in the Golan, we could collectively consider ways to strengthen the role that UNDOF plays in deconfliction as a liaison between the two parties. In conclusion, I reaffirm that France's commitment to fostering the return of lasting peace in Syria and the region, based on international law and the relevant Security Council resolutions, will not waver, I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I give the floor to the representative of the Syrian Arab Republic.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8495 (2019) · source
“Thirdly, it is the responsibility of the Council, first of all, to avoid that recent developments lead to uncertainty about the future of UNDOF. Council members must therefore unambiguously reiterate their commitment to its mandate. We call on the parties to respect all their commitments under the Agreement on Disengagement between Israeli and Syrian Forces of 1974 and - I repeat - to allow the deployment of the required equipment and personnel. It would be useful for countries exercising influence over the parties to call on them to do so. In addition, the role ofthe Force in maintaining the ceasefire and preventing an escalation of tensions must be upheld and strengthened. That is the goal of the Force Commander's liaison efforts between the two parties.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8495 (2019) · source
“We therefore reiterate our support for the Secretary-General's request to provide UNDOF with the appropriate technological means to carry out its mission. It is also important that UNDOF be appropriately staffed. The parties, who have consistently reaffirmed their commitment to UNDOF, must allow the deployment of the equipment necessary for ensuring the security of the Force and the personnel needed to carry out its mandate. I reiterate the commitment of France to ensuring the Force's freedom of movement and the safety of its personnel. Movement restrictions imposed on UNDOF on both sides of the area of separation prevent it from fulfilling its mandate. The security situation poses a direct threat to its personnel, which is why the plan to redeploy UNDOF to the east of the ceasefire line must consider that risk of increased exposure.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8495 (2019) · source
“This continues to pose the threat of an escalation between Israel and Syria, in particular through the increased, unauthorized presence of the Syrian armed forces in the area of separation. The report notes also that there were several crossings of the ceasefire line, also in violation of the Disengagement Agreement. In addition, reports of the presence and activity of pro-Iranian armed groups, including Hizbullah, in the area of separation and beyond are of concern. They raise fears of increased instability in the area. The situation in the Golan must be prevented from fuelling further conflicts. In that particularly difficult context, I commend UNDOF's efforts to gradually redeploy to the east of the ceasefire line.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8495 (2019) · source
“Secondly, in a tense context, at a time when the threat of regional escalation is high, the role of UNDOF is crucial. The deteriorating security situation makes its role in ensuring respect for the ceasefire both more difficult and more necessary than ever for regional stability. The report of the Secretary- General (S/2019/248) notes that there have been several worrisome developments in that respect. First, there has been firing from both sides of the ceasefire line since the Syrian regime retook control of the southern part of the country last summer. The exchanges of fire, rockets and missiles of 29 November, 20 January and 11 February are of particular concern in this respect. Military activities are continuing, in violation of the Disengagement of Forces Agreement, in the areas of separation and limitation.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8495 (2019) · source
“Any attempt to move away from international law and the Council's resolutions and to replace them with unilateral decisions is doomed to failure. Not only will this approach not lead to peace in the region, in Syria or between Israel or Palestine, but it will also significantly weaken the order based on international law, which all of us here support. As we indicated yesterday regarding the Israeli- Palestinian conflict: any unilateral initiative that contravenes international law and the resolutions of the Council is doomed to failure. The Council must ensure respect for these fundamental principles, which underpin international peace and security. To that end, I regret that the American decision undermines our collective action.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8495 (2019) · source
“All of the 28 States members of the European Union (EU) clearly stated today that their joint position is unchanged. The EU, in line with international law and resolutions 242 (1967) and 497 (1981), does not recognize Israeli sovereignty over the occupied territory of the Golan. That statement reflects the one we made along with our European partners in the Council yesterday. France does not recognize the Israeli annexation of 1981, which was recognized as null and void by several Security Council resolutions, in particular resolution 497 (1981), adopted unanimously. Under resolutions 242 (1967) and 338 (1973), the Golan is and remains an occupied territory. The recognition of Israeli sovereignty over the Golan runs contrary to international law, in particular the obligation of States not to recognize an illegal situation.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8495 (2019) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of France. I, too, wish to thank Rosemary DiCarlo and Jean- Pierre Lacroix for their enlightening briefings. I thank in particular Mr. Lacroix for the information he provided on his mission to the region. At the outset, I wish to reiterate France's full support for the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF), which is carrying out a difficult mission in a deteriorating and volatile security context and in a country, Syria, that has been devastated by a war whose atrocities France has consistently denounced. I shall focus on three main points. First, France's position on the American decision to recognize Israeli sovereignty over the Golan is clear.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8495 (2019) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representatives of Israel and the Syrian Arab Republic to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the following briefers to participate in this meeting: Ms. Rosemary DiCarlo, Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs; and Mr. Jean-Pierre Lacroix, Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2019/248, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force. 1 now give the floor to Ms. DiCarlo.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8495 (2019) · source
“In favour: Belgium, China, Cote d'Ivoire, Dominican Republic, Equatorial Guinea, France, Germany, Indonesia, Kuwait, Peru, Poland, Russian Federation, South Africa, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America The President (spoke in French): The draft resolution received 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 2461 (2019). I now give the floor to members of the Council Who wish to make a statement.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8494 (2019) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Somalia to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document S/2019/266, which contains the text ofa draft resolution submitted by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. The Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by Show ofhands.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8494 (2019) · source
“Resolution 1540 (2004), the focus of today's meeting, makes a difference as it establishes both a legally binding framework and concrete follow-up framework to ensure the implementation of the obligations which are incumbent upon all. France will remain fully committed to fully supporting and contributing to the work of the 1540 Committee. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. The meeting rose $1111.30 am.”
2019-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8487 (2019) · source
“Lastly, in order to be effective, we must also consider the scope of the challenges facing us by strengthening synergies with other forums facing the same issues outside the United Nations - such as the International Atomic Energy Agency, the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, the World Customs Organization and export control regimes - and the various internal agencies of which the United Nations is comprised, in particular the committees dealing with terrorism. At a time when the challenges to our security are constantly on the rise, we must remain fully mobilized to preserve and strengthen the non-proliferation regime.”
2019-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8487 (2019) · source
“France, which is coordinating the Working Group on Assistance, attaches particular importance to strengthening the regional dimension of ensuring alignment between the needs and the proposed assistance. The holding of regional seminars is a successful format upon which we must build. We welcome the work of the other actors mentioned, including the European Union, but we must also do more by focusing on dynamic and interactive exercises, such as tabletop exercises, so as to enable participants to learn concrete lessons and take them on board.”
2019-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8487 (2019) · source
“I would also refer to the prevention and suppression of proliferation financing. France enjoys a solid and unique national legal framework in that regard. My country is also particularly involved in preventing the threat of terrorists acquiring sensitive nuclear and radioactive materials. We support the work of the Global Initiative to Combat Nuclear Terrorism and the Group of Seven Global Partnership against the Spread of Weapons and Materials of Mass Destruction, which we currently chair. Secondly, as we are more effective together, we must not focus our non-proliferation efforts in isolation. We must give priority to strengthening cooperation and assistance.”
2019-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8487 (2019) · source
“The 1540 Committee is the architect of the action taken by all States that contribute to the shared work of meaningfully combating proliferation. Ijoin others in paying tribute to the Group of Experts that supports it and whose analytical and awareness-raising work remains essential. Accordingly, in order to contain proliferation, we must ramp up our efforts now more than ever. In that regard, I will focus on two main lines of action. First, at the national level, every one of our countries must strive to coordinate meaningful efforts to implement resolution 1540 (2004). We must ensure the security of sensitive material and equipment in our countries and strengthen export controls, in particular with regard to the risks involving the use of emerging technologies.”
2019-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8487 (2019) · source
“Other speakers have already described in detail the threats facing it, including the acknowledged risk of the use of chemical weapons by any actor and the persistence of the illegal nuclear and ballistic-missile programme in North Korea. France is particularly concerned about the new trend involving the proliferation of missiles, their components and associated technologies to non-State actors in the Middle East. Clearly, that poses a threat to regional security and beyond and must stop. The illicit transfer to non-State actors of missile production capabilities enabling the delivery of weapons of mass destruction is a matter of great concern. That is why the raison d'etre of the 1540 Committee is more relevant now than ever.”
2019-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8487 (2019) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of France. I join others in commending Indonesia, through Ambassador Djani and his team, in leading the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004). He can count on France's support over the next two years within the important framework of preparing the comprehensive review of the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004). The resolution is a pillar of the non-proliferation architecture that underpins our entire collective security system. Through its adoption in 2004, the Security Council made a priority of the threat of the proliferation and use of weapons of mass destruction, particularly by non-State actors. Fifteen years later, as 2018 unfortunately demonstrated, the non-proliferation regime continues to be put to the test.”
2019-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8487 (2019) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. At this meeting, the Security Council will hear a briefing by His Excellency Ambassador Dian Triansyah Djani, Permanent Representative of Indonesia, in his capacity as Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004). I give the floor to Ambassador Djani.”
2019-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8487 (2019) · source
“We hope that this time will be used to overcome bilateral disputes and refocus on the core mandate of UNAMA, in particular on issues such as, first, support for peace efforts; secondly, preparations for presidential elections; thirdly, the coordination of development aid and humanitarian assistance; and, fourthly, the promotion of human rights, in particular women's rights. We would like negotiations to resume as soon as possible and be conducted in a transparent and inclusive manner. The United Nations plays an essential role in supporting Afghanistan in its transformation decade. UNAMA, like the many United Nations agencies present in Afghanistan, conducts remarkable work on a daily basis in difficult conditions and deserves the full commitment of the Council. I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council.”
2019-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8485 (2019) · source
“Germany and Indonesia have made commendable efforts to achieve a substantive and satisfactory renewal of the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). However, we deplore the fact that differences among some members of the Security Council on issues that are not directly related to the Mission's mandate, or even to the Council's responsibilities under the Charter of the United Nations, have led us to adopt a resolution for a six-month technical renewal. For France, that is not the signal we should be sending to UNAMA and it should in no way set a precedent.”
2019-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8485 (2019) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of France. In my national capacity, I reiterate our deepest sympathy to the families of the victims of the reprehensible terrorist attack on the mosques in Christchurch and the people of New Zealand. France stands in solidarity with New Zealand at this challenging time. At our meeting on 11 March (see S/PV.8481), France recalled at this pivotal time in Afghanistan's history the importance it attaches to unity among international partners and in the Council in support of Afghanistan. We reiterated that, now more than ever, we must remain united in support of Afghanistan's path to peace, stability, democracy and economic and social development.”
2019-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8485 (2019) · source
“In favour: Belgium, China, Cote d'Ivoire, Dominican Republic, Equatorial Guinea, France, Germany, Indonesia, Kuwait, Peru, Poland, Russian Federation, South Africa, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America The President (spoke in French): The draft resolution received 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 2460 (2019). I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements after the voting.”
2019-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8485 (2019) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Afghanistan to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document S/2019/223, which contains the text ofa draft resolution submitted by Germany and Indonesia. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/20l9/193, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Afghanistan and its implications for international peace and security. The Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by Show ofhands.”
2019-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8485 (2019) · source
“The Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by show ofhands. Infavoar: Belgium, China, C6te d'Ivoire, Dominican Republic, Equatorial Guinea, France, Germany, Indonesia, Kuwait, Peru, Poland, South Africa, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America Against: None Abstaining: Russian Federation The President (spoke in French): The draft resolution received l4 votes in favour, with one abstention. The draft resolution has been adopted as resolution 2459 (2019). I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements following the voting.”
2019-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8484 (2019) · source
“Reports of the Secretary-General on the Sudan and South Sudan Report of the Secretary-General on South Sudan (covering the period from 1 December 2018 to 26 February 2019) (S/2019/191) The President (spoke in French): In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of South Sudan to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document S/2019/225, which contains the text ofa draft resolution submitted by the United States of America. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2019/l9l, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on South Sudan, covering the period from 1 December 2018 to 26 February 2019.”
2019-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8484 (2019) · source
“On behalf of the members of the Security Council, I would like to condemn, in the strongest terms, the heinous attack on two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, earlier today, in a hateful act in which at least 49 people were killed and dozens wounded. They were targeted at their place of worship. The members of the Council would like to express their deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of the dead and to offer their sympathy to the people and the Government of New Zealand. I ask all present to rise to observe a minute of silence for the victims. The members of the Security Council observed a minute ofsilence. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted.”
2019-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8484 (2019) · source
“There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I now invite Council Members to informal consultations to continue our discussions on the subject. The meeting rose at12.20p.m.”
2019-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8481 (2019) · source
“In that regard, I recall the importance that France attaches to the unity of international partners and of the Council in support of Afghanistan. We must remain more united than ever in support of Afghanistan's path to peace, stability, democracy and economic and social development. I resume my functions as President of the Security Council. I now give the floor to Mr. Yamamoto to respond to observations made.”
2019-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8481 (2019) · source
“In particular, UNAMA could include in its reports additional information on early and forced child marriages organized by Da'esh in Khorasan. Finally, we must do all in our power to meet the growing humanitarian needs of 6.5 million Afghans in need and ensure safe and unhindered humanitarian access throughout the country. Fourthly and lastly, with regard to the essential role of the United Nations in continuing to support Afghanistan at this pivotal time, I acknowledge the outstanding work done by UNAMA and the various United Nations agencies in Afghanistan, both in support of peace efforts and the electoral process, as well as development and humanitarian assistance. As we prepare to renew the Mission's mandate in a few days, we must not lose sight of the essential work it does every day.”
2019-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8481 (2019) · source
“It is imperative that all parties to the conflict respect their obligations under international humanitarian law. France welcomes the efforts of UNAMA in support of the Afghan authorities to curb the number of civilian casualties, in particular among children. It is also imperative that laws to eliminate violence against women, as well as the articles of the penal code amended in 2018 to protect women and children from sexual violence and to combat the recruitment and use of children, be fully implemented. To that end, it is important that justice capacities be strengthened. The voices of victims must be taken into account. It is therefore essential that all measures be taken to limit their marginalization and stigmatization.”
2019-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8481 (2019) · source
“Security for the elections will also be a key element, and we reiterate our full support for the Afghan security forces, whose efforts were recognized during the last elections. Thirdly, it is urgent that we redouble our efforts to protect civilians, including humanitarian and medical personnel, and meet humanitarian needs. In addition to the unprecedented increase in the number of civilian casualties in 2018, including 900 children killed, caused in particular to attacks by Da'esh, the number of attacks on humanitarian workers has also increased by more than 150 per cent in one year. Hospitals and schools continue to be targeted. The World Health Organization database lists 87 attacks on medical personnel and health infrastructure since January 2018.”
2019-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8481 (2019) · source
“The shortcomings identified in the parliamentary elections and in previous elections must be rectified and efforts to prepare for the electoral process must be intensified to prevent further delays. That will require all candidates to act constructively. The reform of the electoral law and the renewal of the terms of the members of the electoral commissions must help rebuild the trust of the Afghan people because credible institutions and legitimate representatives are also an indicator of peace. The Independent Election Commission must continue to work to ensure the widest possible participation of the population in elections, in particular women, as candidates and voters.”
2019-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8481 (2019) · source
“Others before me have stressed that we must not forget how far Afghans have come in the past 18 years. As talks continue, the preservation and strengthening of achievements in the areas of justice, the rule of law, human rights, including women's rights, and respect for fundamental freedoms - in particular the freedoms of expression, opinion and the press - must remain an absolute priority. Sacrificing those elements could jeopardize the international community's support, including financial support from international donors, for the ongoing process. Secondly, it is important to ensure the smooth conduct of presidential elections. To be credible, the presidential elections to be held on 20 July must be free, transparent and inclusive.”
2019-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8481 (2019) · source
“As the Special Representative underscored, it is essential that the peace process be inclusive and led by Afghans for Afghans. In that regard, as has been said, it is particularly important that women and young people participate directly and meaningfully in the peace process and at all levels of decision-making. In addition, France recalls the need to unify the various regional and international initiatives to achieve lasting peace so that international efforts are coordinated and non-competing. The Kabul process provides an appropriate framework in that regard. As the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy said in Geneva, we are also convinced that the European Union can play a facilitating role in peace talks.”
2019-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8481 (2019) · source
“Storai Tapesh for her briefing, in particular on the crucial issue of women's political participation - a very important subject on which we intend to focus during the French and German presidencies of the Security Council. I shall make four points. First, while 2018 was one of the deadliest years for civilians, our priority, more than ever, must be to achieve lasting negotiated peace in Afghanistan. I commend the United States, through the work of its Special Representative Zalmay Khalilzad, for engaging in discussions with the Taliban with a view to bringing its members into peace talks with the Afghan Government and all Afghan political forces. France calls on the Taliban to accept direct talks with the Afghan Government.”
2019-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8481 (2019) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of France. I would like to begin by reiterating France's sincere condolences to the relatives of the victims of the tragic crash of Ethiopian Airlines Flight ET-302. I would like to express our solidarity with the families of the victims; with Ethiopia, Kenya and all other countries of those who died; and with the United Nations family. Allow me to thank Mr. Tadamichi Yamamoto, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), for his insightful briefing on the peace efforts and electoral process. I also thank National Security Adviser of Afghanistan Hamdullah Mohib for travelling to be with us at today's debate and for his very comprehensive briefing. Lastly, I would like to warmly thank Ms.”
2019-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8481 (2019) · source
“Tapesh is joining via video-teleconference from Kabul. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/20l9/193, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Afghanistan and its implications for international peace and security. I now give the floor to Mr. Yamamoto.”
2019-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8481 (2019) · source
“The situation in Afghanistan Report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Afghanistan and its implications for international peace and security (S/2019/193) The President (spoke in French): In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Afghanistan to participate in this meeting. On behalf ofthe Council, I welcome His Excellency Mr. Hamdullah Mohib, National Security Adviser of Afghanistan. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the following briefers to participate in this meeting: Mr. Tadamichi Yamamoto, Special Representative of the Secretary- General and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan; and Ms. Storai Tapesh, Deputy Executive Director of the Afghan Women's Network. Ms.”
2019-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8481 (2019) · source
“On behalf of the members of the Security Council, I would like to express our deep sorrow at learning that so many lost their lives yesterday in the tragic air incident in Ethiopia. The passengers lost hailed from more than 35 nations, and many were part of the United Nations family. The members of the Council express their profound sympathy and condolences to the families and loved ones of the passengers and crew who lost their lives. I ask all those present to stand and join me in a moment of silence in memory of those who perished. The members of the Security Council observed a minute ofsilence. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted.”
2019-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8481 (2019) · source
“There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 12.20 pm.”
2019-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8480 (2019) · source
“As the Special Representative indicated, more and more displaced people want to return home and the numbers in the protection-of-civilians sites are beginning to decline. That is obviously an encouraging development, and we support his proposal to encourage UNMISS to facilitate the return of the internally displaced, but with precautions. We must ensure that people's returns are safe, well-informed, voluntary and dignified, and that humanitarian actors and the displaced people themselves are also closely involved in the process. In that spirit, France encourages UNMISS to continue to organize visits for displaced persons to their areas of origin to enable them to decide in full understanding whether it is safe for them to return. I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council.”
2019-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8480 (2019) · source
“We believe, lastly, that the Security Council should make systematic use of sanctions to punish and deter those who perpetrate sexual violence, especially as it is now an autonomous criterion for the imposition of sanctions and an effective deterrent. Thirdly, we must intensify our efforts to meet the people's humanitarian needs as food security continues to deteriorate. We must do everything possible to meet the growing humanitarian needs and ensure safe and unhindered humanitarian access throughout the country. The reduction in the number of criminal incidents is an encouraging development. We must continue to stress the obligation to protect humanitarian personnel and to reiterate that there is no alternative to combating impunity. Lastly, we should facilitate the return of displaced persons, while taking all the necessary precautions.”
2019-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8480 (2019) · source
“Despite the drop in the number of conflict- related clashes, the intercommunal and sexual violence has not diminished. In that regard, I want to remind the Council that the Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan mandated by the Human Rights Council indicated in a very recent report (A/HRC/40/69) that the nature and level of that violence could constitute war crimes and crimes against humanity. We call for an end to all forms of violence and for those responsible to be brought to justice. The Special Representative spoke about mobile courts, which we believe are very useful, and we encourage him to continue to support this kind of project. The too-long-awaited Hybrid Court for South Sudan should be established as soon as possible with the support of the African Union.”
2019-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8480 (2019) · source
“We know that peace processes that involve women are stronger, as the representative of the United Kingdom pointed out just now. The Council must also assess their success against that criterion. Thirdly, the regional efforts aimed at convincing the parties to make concessions must continue. The efforts of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) remain crucial. The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has a role to play in supporting those efforts, including, as Mr. Shearer suggested, by providing expertise and advice and working in synergy with and in support of IGAD's efforts. The second priority that I would like to underscore is that the current level of violence, including sexual violence, is unacceptable, and we must do everything we can to end it.”
2019-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8480 (2019) · source
“However, as the Special Representative of the Secretary-General eloquently said, much remains to be done and the implementation of the Agreement's pre-transitional phase is lagging behind. But this historic opportunity must not be missed. The more the parties delay in addressing difficult issues, the more likely it is that the process will run out of steam, especially as the combatants on the ground become impatient. There are three elements essential to speeding up these efforts. First, the parties must focus on core issues in the negotiations, particularly security arrangements and the drawing of internal borders. Secondly, it is also crucial to respect the quotas for women outlined in the Agreement and to enable them to participate actively and meaningfully in the peace process, at every level and on every issue.”
2019-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8480 (2019) · source
“The statements made by my colleagues were most enlightening. My own will be limited and focused on four priorities. First, we should not lose the historic opportunity offered by the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan. As the Special Representative of the Secretary-General made clear, South Sudan has experienced significant developments since the signing of the Agreement. The fighting has decreased, the ceasefire is generally being respected, mutual trust among the parties is increasing and their commitment is stronger than in 2015, and the opposition is starting to return to Juba. The Revitalized Agreement now represents the only option for ending the conflict. France has welcomed it since its signing and we continue to fully support it.”
2019-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8480 (2019) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of France. I would like to start by thanking Special Representative of the Secretary-General David Shearer for his briefing, which is both encouraging and very farsighted. I am also very pleased that we were able to hear Ms. Angelina Jial, whose testimony from the field and exceptional personal commitment are extremely valuable. Her briefing in particular was very relevant today, on International Women's Day. I also took note with interest of the historical explanations provided by the Permanent Representative of Russia on the subject of 8 March and his encouraging comments on the efforts made by Russia in the area of the empowerment of women and the promotion of their rights. This is also an important national cause in France.”
2019-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8480 (2019) · source