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Halimah DeShong,

lines on the record: 178
first: 2020-04-23
most recent: 2021-05-24
sittings or episodes: 32
sources: un-security-council

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“Steplyne Nyaboga, who served as Military Gender Adviser to the recently ended African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur, on receiving the 2020 United Nations Military Gender Adviser of the Year Award. In conclusion, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines reaffirms its view that lasting peace and security can be achieved only through nationally owned and socially inclusive political solutions. Peace operations are an effective political tool that can help reconfigure the social fabric of conflict-affected States, facilitate humanitarian delivery and lay the foundation for post-conflict peacebuilding and development. To be most effective, peacekeeping must always be conducted with the utmost respect for the sovereignty and political independence of host countries.”
2021-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/501 (2021) · source
“Saint Vincent and the Grenadines welcomes the thrust to streamline peacekeeping under the Secretary-General’s ongoing Action for Peacekeeping initiative. That initiative brings collective political action to the forefront of our efforts to maintain international peace and security, which is of paramount importance in successfully preventing and resolving conflicts and bolstering peacekeeper safety and security. Our delegation also commends the ongoing efforts to include more women in peace operations in all capacities, both uniformed and civilian, and at all levels from front-line duty to senior leadership. Women are important agents and facilitators of peace in all contexts, and we strongly encourage their increased participation and engagement in all facets of peacekeeping. We take this opportunity to congratulate Kenyan peacekeeper Ms.”
2021-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/501 (2021) · source
“Professional development opportunities in areas such as language training and cultural enrichment will enable peacekeepers to overcome the communication barriers that they face when deployed and strengthen their engagement with local communities. Improving community engagement is an essential means of keeping peacekeepers safe in the field. The issue of sexual exploitation and abuse is one that demands urgent attention. We firmly condemn such violations and reaffirm our support for the zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation and abuse. Swift and impartial investigations must be conducted whenever those incidents occur. It is also crucial that TCCs/PCCs be consulted immediately whenever there are allegations against their deployed personnel in order to ensure that corrective measures are taken without delay.”
2021-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/501 (2021) · source
“We must also ensure that peace operations are provided with the adequate human, technical and financial resources, as well as clear, focused and actionable mandates. Peacekeeping personnel should be provided with the necessary training and support at all stages of peacekeeping — from predeployment to post-deployment — accompanied by adequate incentive structures to reward high performance, as well as remedial mechanisms to address performance gaps. The health and well-being of peacekeepers must also be treated as a critical priority, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. To that end, all peacekeepers should be provided with safe and efficacious vaccines as a means of protecting them and the host communities to which they are deployed.”
2021-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/501 (2021) · source
“Saint Vincent and the Grenadines pays tribute to all uniformed personnel for their commitments and sacrifices. We also condemn in the strongest terms all acts of violence perpetrated against peacekeepers and encourage host states to promptly investigate and prosecute those responsible for such attacks. The immense expectations placed on all mission personnel, both uniformed and civilian, to deliver peace and security in the most volatile of circumstances demand the full support and cooperation of the international community. Consistent political engagement among the Secretariat, the Security Council, troop- and police-contributing countries (TCCs/PCCs), and host countries is essential to ensure effective mission performance and guarantee the safety and security of mission personnel.”
2021-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/501 (2021) · source
“Saint Vincent and the Grenadines welcomes today’s discussion on improving the safety and security of peacekeepers. We thank the briefers for their insightful remarks. Peace operations remain one of the most effective tools in our collective quest for peace and security. Yet, amid a plethora of emerging and contemporary risk factors — such as the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, the hazards of climate change and the asymmetric threats posed by armed groups and terrorists — peace operations have become increasingly complex. Peacekeeping personnel are tasked with carrying out their mandates in increasingly harsh political, security and environmental conditions. In far too many contexts, they have paid the ultimate price in the noble pursuit of protecting others.”
2021-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/501 (2021) · source
“To this end, we repeat our call for non-State parties to subscribe to the Rome Statue and for State and non-State parties alike to fully respect their international obligations as enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines stands committed to the Libyan peace process and reaffirms its support for the United Nations multitrack process, including the efforts of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya and all other constructive initiatives that aim to bring about lasting peace and stability throughout the country.”
2021-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/483 (2021) · source
“In this connection, the specific concerns of displaced persons, refugees and migrants, especially those in detention centres, must be prioritized. Libya can benefit tremendously from the experiences of the ICC to assist in building a robust national justice system, as the raison d’être of this Organization is justice for all victims. After witnessing the devastation Libya endured during the last decade, there ought to be no doubt of the critical role of the ICC in its objective of ending impunity, protecting human rights and bringing justice and reparations to the victims. Perpetrators of heinous crimes must not continue to enjoy impunity, and we must all aspire to ensure that justice remains the cornerstone of all democracies.”
2021-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/483 (2021) · source
“It is imperative that State and non-State parties assist in apprehending, or securing the surrender of, ICC fugitives so that they are brought to justice. Likewise, it is essential that the reported deaths of Mr. Mahmoud Mustafa Busayf Al- Werfalli and Mr. Al-Tuhamy Mohamed Khaled be verified. With cases unresolved, the atrocities they represent remain a gaping wound in the collective consciousness of Libyans, and must be healed. Although Libyans have set their gaze on new horizons, commencing with general elections on 24 December, the Government of National Unity still has an arduous task ahead, including, inter alia, addressing security shortcomings, treating the coronavirus disease pandemic, fully implementing the ceasefire agreement, unifying institutions and confronting the dire humanitarian and human rights situation.”
2021-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/483 (2021) · source
“Accordingly, we recognize the groundwork laid between the Government of National Accord and the ICC, but stress that we cannot afford to lose any momentum under the new Government of National Unity. The circumstances in Libya are now propitious to strengthen cooperation between these two parties. We therefore look forward to their enhanced cooperation to ensure that the ICC can fully and effectively discharge its mandate. Of equal importance is the principle of complementarity. It is important to emphasize that the ICC’s jurisdiction is only invoked when States are unable or unwilling to prosecute those accused of committing the most serious crimes of concern to the international community. We are therefore concerned that several of the ICC’s arrest warrants remain outstanding.”
2021-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/483 (2021) · source
“This year marks the tenth anniversary since the august Security Council referred the situation in Libya to the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), and we acknowledge the significant progressed achieved. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines expresses its appreciation to Prosecutor Bensouda for the detailed presentation of her twenty-first report to the Security Council pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011). As a critical component of our multilateral system, the ICC remains a bastion of hope and justice, and is integral to Libya’s transformation. Cooperation is a central tenet of the Rome Statue, and State parties are required to fulfil their obligations under international law. More specifically, resolution 1970 (2011) obliges all members of the United Nations to cooperate with the ICC on Libya.”
2021-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/483 (2021) · source
“Iraq’s path is not one to be traversed alone. UNITAD’s support, as well as efforts by the international community, including regional stakeholders, are critical. For Iraq to heal, all efforts must be made in good faith. There is no room for negative rhetoric and divisive actions. We affirm our support to the Government and the people of Iraq and the invaluable work of UNITAD.”
2021-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/460 (2021) · source
“Chemical-weapon atrocities cannot be ignored, and neither should there be impunity for the use of chemical weapons by non-State actors. Accountability is necessary for the protection of civilians, and we thank the Special Adviser and his team for their efforts to bring these matters to the fore. In conclusion, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines would like to recognize the support provided by UNITAD to the Government of Iraq in returning the remains of Yazidis to be laid to rest by their loved ones. Nothing can undo the grief suffered over the loss of loved ones and communities; however, these efforts offer closure to families whose suffering is unjustified and immeasurable. We encourage further efforts in this regard, as this is an element of the broader reconciliation and reconstruction process.”
2021-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/460 (2021) · source
“This is critical to ensuring that all branches of Government are capable of holding accountable all individuals and entities guilty of violating domestic and international law, as such violations are inimical to peace and justice, and threaten the safe and dignified return of displaced persons. We welcome discussions on the draft legislation that establishes a legal basis for the prosecution of ISIL members for war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide. Such crimes must be prosecuted in a way that reflects their gravity and provides a form of justice to the victims and survivors. We urge all stakeholders to work towards achieving comprehensive accountability for these atrocities. We also note the findings that ISIL used chemical weapons in Iraq between 2014 and 2016.”
2021-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/460 (2021) · source
“The people of Iraq have suffered immensely under the surge of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), and concerted efforts are needed to achieve sustainable peace and reconciliation. UNITAD’s focus on the mental health of victims and survivors is a critical part of this reconciliatory process, and we encourage the continued provision of psychosocial support. The Trauma-Informed Investigations Field Guide is an invaluable resource that will assist investigators, including in Iraq, to better understand the effects of trauma on witnesses. Another element of the reconciliation and reconstruction process is building the capacities of various Iraqi institutions.”
2021-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/460 (2021) · source
“We welcome the progress made by UNITAD on its investigation into crimes against humanity as it relates to the Yazidi community and the massacre in Tikrit. It is commendable that, despite a reduced footprint as a result of the coronavirus disease, UNITAD has continued its efforts to discharge its mandate. To that end, we recognize the role played by the Government of Iraq, particularly the judiciary, which continues to engage constructively with the Investigative Team. We encourage further collaborative efforts between the Government of Iraq and UNITAD, with full respect for Iraq’s sovereignty, political independence and territorial integrity, and its jurisdiction over crimes committed within its territory.”
2021-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/460 (2021) · source
“We begin by extending our gratitude to Special Adviser Karim Khan for his briefing. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines thanks him for the dedication he has shown to the people of Iraq and for all of his constructive cooperation with the Security Council. We congratulate him on his appointment as Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, wish him continued success and look forward to engaging with the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da’esh/Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (UNITAD) under the guidance of his successor. We also thank Ms. Nadia Murad for again providing a very clear analysis and insights on the actions most urgently needed.”
2021-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/460 (2021) · source
“Saint Vincent and the Grenadines affirms its support for the stability, political independence and territorial integrity of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the role of the Office of the High Representative. It is important that all the relevant actors and stakeholders work to implement the Peace Agreement in good faith and have an open dialogue about where implementation is falling short.”
2021-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/436 (2021) · source
“It is concerning that the most recent report (see S/2021/409) of on the implementation of the Peace Agreement documents the continued glorification of war criminals, divisive rhetoric and targeted attacks on religious property, all of which make the dignified return of refugees challenging. This is evidence that efforts towards implementing the General Framework Agreement must be strengthened in order to move the country forward in a sustainable manner. We call on all parties to respect their obligations under the Agreement and fulfil in earnest their commitments made under international law and to the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Wanton disregard for the rule of law and international commitments will only operate to undermine progress and move Bosnia and Herzegovina further away from reconciliation and durable peace.”
2021-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/436 (2021) · source
“The rule of law remains a key characteristic of any society determined to secure stability, peace and good governance. It is important to combat divisive rhetoric and policies and corruption and to quell any conduct inimical to the overall peace and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the wider region. To this end, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines urges all the relevant authorities and leaders to strengthen the rule of law. In addition, we recognize the significance of the General Framework Agreement for Peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina, including as it relates to the creation of an environment conducive to the voluntary return and reintegration of refugees into communities.”
2021-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/436 (2021) · source
“Saint Vincent and the Grenadines thanks the High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mr. Valentin Inzko, for his briefing, as well as his team’s commitment to the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina. We begin by expressing our deep concern over the impact of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic on the economy of Bosnia and Herzegovina as well as the population. We appeal to the international community to lend support in any way possible, and we underscore the importance of prioritizing the health and safety of the citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is critical that relevant authorities set aside political differences and create, with the greatest sense of urgency, a coordinated framework and unified response to counter the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic and ease its impact on the population.”
2021-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/436 (2021) · source
“Finally, mandate authorizations, renewals and implementation must prioritize gender analysis and gender justice, with the requisite focus on participation, prevention, protection, relief and recovery, including the consistent deployment of women protection advisers to all peacekeeping and political missions. Eliminating conflict-related sexual violence requires multilevel, multi-actor approaches that are tied to broader gender-responsive security and development actions.”
2021-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/375 (2021) · source
“Diverse women and girls, civil society and community organizers must occupy central roles in decision-making, budgeting, design, implementation and the monitoring of compliance. The enduring effects of rape, trafficking, sexual slavery and terrorism against women and girls by armed terrorist groups operating across borders, further emphasize the need for national, regional and multilateral cooperation. That includes joint cross-border monitoring and response capabilities. Ongoing regional and multilateral support to strengthen national accountability frameworks is necessary — not only to end impunity, but also to ensure reparations for survivors and victims.”
2021-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/375 (2021) · source
“That brings me to my third point, which is also related to the ongoing pandemic — with funding being divested towards pandemic-mitigation measures, we urge authorities to designate sexual and gender-based violence responses as central to pandemic recovery, planning and funding. Displaced and refugee women and girls are among the most affected during the pandemic. We call for the inclusion or retention of key health and psychosocial services as national emergency response plans are adapted over time. Such plans must also include adequate socioeconomic recovery and reintegration support. Further, continued collaboration between regional organizations and the United Nations to support the development, operationalization and adaptation of survivor- centred national action plans remains crucial.”
2021-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/375 (2021) · source
“Among these are the establishment of one-stop centres in South Sudan; specialized courts in all 34 provinces in Afghanistan, with 32 headed by women; the launch, by the United Nations, of the sexual and gender-based violence helpline in the Democratic Republic of the Congo; and the ongoing support of the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict, providing model legislative guidance to national authorities with regard to conflict-related sexual violence. Despite the important progress made, effective, comprehensive, women- and girl-led actions to combat conflict-related sexual violence remain elusive.”
2021-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/375 (2021) · source
“With that in mind, we call for survivor-centred responses that prioritize women’s and girls’ needs at various stages of their trauma and recovery experience. Women’s civil society and community organizations that work to prevent and respond to sexual violence must be consistently funded and supported, as they perform critical prevention, response and recovery work with women, girls and children. We take note of several important actions taken to address conflict-related sexual violence.”
2021-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/375 (2021) · source
“In addition to the social and economic repercussions of the coronavirus disease pandemic, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is facing a severe crisis of explosive volcanic eruptions. We therefore speak with an even deeper sense of pain, urgency and commitment to addressing the suffering of humankind. First, we commend the invaluable contribution of women’s civil society organizations. The women protection networks in Darfur, for example, facilitate referrals and work to enhance the profiling of perpetrators of sexual violence. Further, we condemn all attacks against women’s civil society networks. Secondly, underreporting, resulting from fear of reprisals and shame, remains an enduring challenge.”
2021-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/375 (2021) · source
“I thank you, Mr. President, for convening this important meeting. We also thank our briefers, Ms. Patten, Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict, Mr. Mukwege, Ms. Atim and Ms. Attinger Colijn for their thoughtful, yet sobering briefings. The world has been gripped by intersecting crises and inequalities of epic proportions. These conditions have resulted in increased rates of sexual and gender- based violence in conflict, particularly against women and girls, and have compounded their suffering. Today, we recommit to ending the enduring inequalities, protracted conflicts and underdevelopment that contribute to unconscionable levels of conflict- related sexual violence.”
2021-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/375 (2021) · source
“We note with concern the reported confiscation of the travel pass of the Palestinian Minister for Foreign Affairs and call for reason and justice to prevail. Allow me to conclude by underscoring that it is high time for the Security Council to adopt a clear stance with respect to the annexation of the occupied Palestinian territory and to give top priority in its concerns to the basic objective, which is to achieve a just and comprehensive peace, based on the Arab Peace Initiative and United Nations resolutions, including resolution 2334 (2016).”
2021-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/302 (2021) · source
“These democratic exercises will bolster the peace process. It is imperative that these elections be held throughout the occupied West Bank, including East Jerusalem, and the Gaza Strip. My delegation welcomes the conference call held between the envoys of the Middle East Quartet on the 23 March. We also encourage the Quartet to support President Abbas’ call for an international conference, take affirmative steps to address the threats that are imperilling the two-State solution and offer practical recommendations to enable an eventual return to meaningful negotiations in order to end the occupation and establish an independent Palestinian State based on the 1967 lines, with East Jerusalem as its capital. Finally, as a State party to the Rome Statute, we reaffirm our support to the International Criminal Court in all of its work.”
2021-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/302 (2021) · source
“We applaud the delivery of 61,400 vaccines to the Palestinian Authority through the United Nations COVID-19 Vaccine Global Access (COVAX) Facility programme and appeal to the international community to deliver promised vaccines to the Palestinians. Additionally, we urge Israel to end the blockade of Gaza and to allow unhindered access to humanitarian assistance and goods. Equally, we reiterate our strong support for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, which requires renewed international financial provision, to assist and protect millions of Palestinian refugees. We are encouraged by the relevant Palestinian parties’ recent steps to prepare for the legislative, presidential and Palestinian National Council elections slated for 22 May, 31 July and 31 August, respectively.”
2021-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/302 (2021) · source
“According to the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, as of 21 March 2021, Israel’s policy of home demolitions had resulted in the destruction of 291 Palestinian-owned structures, resulting in the displacement of 443 people, including children, from their homes across the West Bank. These actions are contrary to international law. Moreover, these demolitions contravene the Charter of the United Nations, which prohibits the acquisition of territory by force, as well as the 1949 Fourth Geneva Convention. We note with great concern the dire humanitarian, economic and political situation in Gaza, which has been further compounded by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic.”
2021-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/302 (2021) · source
“Saint Vincent and the Grenadines reaffirms the need for a negotiated two-State solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, in line with all the relevant United Nations resolutions, including resolution 2334 (2016), international law and internationally agreed parameters. In our view, any unilateral actions will undermine the foundations and the viability of the two-State solution. My delegation therefore urges Israeli and Palestinian leaders to restart meaningful direct talks and negotiations with the objective of achieving a comprehensive settlement and establishing a just and lasting peace in the Middle East. Turning to the implementation of resolution 2334 (2016), Saint Vincent and the Grenadines reiterates its call for the full implementation of this and previous resolutions on the question of Palestine.”
2021-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/302 (2021) · source
“I also thank Special Coordinator Wennesland for his thorough briefing on the implementation of resolution 2334 (2016) and for his commitment to the Middle East peace process. We are meeting again at a critical juncture. As Israeli settlement activities continue, it is crucial that the Security Council, reflecting the will of the international community, clearly condemn these illegal acts and declare them null and void. The Security Council must affirm respect for the vital principles of international law. In particular, it must, by all appropriate means at its disposal, safeguard the territorial integrity of the State of Palestine and promote a peaceful settlement of the decades-long dispute.”
2021-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/302 (2021) · source
“We continue to support the full implementation of the Minsk agreements, as that remains the basis for a political solution to the conflicts. We take this opportunity to reiterate our support for the mediation efforts of the Minsk Group co-Chairs to resolve the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. We encourage the parties to continue implementing their obligations under the trilateral ceasefire agreement of 9 November 2020 and to comply with the requirements of international humanitarian law. To conclude, we reiterate our full support to the OSCE as it continues to promote peace, security and development in the region. It is only by working together, in full support of multilateral institutions, that such threats can be managed and overcome.”
2021-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/256 (2021) · source
“Lasting peace cannot be sustained without respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, democracy and the rule of law. In that regard, we welcome Sweden’s focus on these issues, in particular on the right to freedom of expression and media freedom. The ongoing conflicts in the OSCE region remain the most obvious challenge to European security. Our delegation welcomes the continued focus on finding a sustainable political resolution to the challenges in eastern Ukraine and Crimea. We recognize the vital importance of the Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine and the efforts of the Normandy group and the Trilateral Contact Group for their efforts in finding a peaceful solution in line with the OSCE’s principles.”
2021-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/256 (2021) · source
“Saint Vincent and the Grenadines therefore welcomes Sweden’s decision to put women’s economic empowerment at the forefront of its priorities. The importance of the equitable treatment of women can never be overstated. Indeed, our participation is crucial in conflict prevention and resolution and for securing better prospects for sustainable development. We therefore wholeheartedly support its intention to fully implement the women and peace and security agenda in the European region. We underline the importance of addressing the nexus between climate change and security, and welcome the initiative taken by the OSCE and Berlin-based think tank Adelphi to launch the regional consultation on climate change and security in South-Eastern Europe and for completing the first phase of the regional consultation workshop in February.”
2021-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/256 (2021) · source
“Saint Vincent and the Grenadines warmly welcomes the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Sweden, Ms. Ann Linde, as Chairperson-in-Office of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), and we wish her a successful tenure. Multilateralism is not only a matter of confronting shared threats but also of seizing opportunities. Our efforts to address the long-standing and incipient challenges posed by climate change, gender inequality and the ever-present threat of military confrontation must be approached with a united front. We therefore underline the importance of multilateralism in strengthening coordination among all international and regional organizations, with vital contributions from civil society, women and youth.”
2021-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/256 (2021) · source
“We welcome the progress made towards the identification of missing Kuwaiti and third-country nationals and missing Kuwaiti property. Furthermore, we recognize the role of the Tripartite Commission, the International Committee of the Red Cross and UNAMI in advancing this issue. In conclusion, we affirm our support to UNAMI. We further emphasize our solidarity with the Government of Iraq and its people as they endeavour to consolidate peace, and recall the need to ensure the preservation of Iraq’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.”
2021-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/152 (2021) · source
“It is disheartening that insecurity and violence continue to impact civilians, including women and children. It is also concerning that attacks against diplomatic missions and convoys in Iraq have continued. These unjustifiable and reckless acts undermine all good- faith efforts towards stability, and we call for the perpetrators to be identified and held accountable. We call on the international community to lend support to the Iraqi Government to strengthen its capacity, and on all actors within Iraq to work with the Government to strengthen State control. Also critical to bolstering domestic resilience is the need to collectively address the ongoing economic crisis, and we call on international partners to support the Government’s efforts in this regard.”
2021-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/152 (2021) · source
“We also welcome the critical role played by the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) in line with its mandate, including electoral assistance. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines expresses its support for the United Nations continued cooperation with the Iraqi Government in that regard. We support, in so far as is feasible, the strengthening of the United Nations engagement to assist the Government with the elections, thereby ensuring the credibility and integrity of the electoral process. Notwithstanding this support, however, we underscore that the upcoming elections are Iraqi-led and Iraqi-owned. The path to reconstruction and peace is not without its challenges. While Iraq was able to celebrate, on 10 December, the anniversary of the military defeat of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant, security threats persist.”
2021-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/152 (2021) · source
“We welcome the briefing by Special Representative Jeanine Hennis- Plasschaert and extend our gratitude to her and her team. We begin by welcoming the positive milestones highlighted in the Secretary- General’s most recent report (S/2021/120), particularly the Government’s efforts towards the creation of a stable, secure and prosperous Iraq. This includes the steps taken to increase diversity in senior positions within the Government and efforts to strengthen relations with international partners, as well as countries in the region. The Government of Iraq has continued its efforts towards the holding of free, fair and credible elections, such as the finalization of the electoral legislation to facilitate continued preparation for elections.”
2021-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/152 (2021) · source
“Let me conclude by reiterating the obligation of the Security Council as the global body charged with maintaining international peace and security. Our mission should be to counter ISIL and the broader threat of terrorism by working closely with partners to keep the world safe, blocking ISIL funds in a sensible and targeted way and mitigating the effects of terrorist propaganda on people around the globe. We must remain united and effective in our efforts aimed at combating the scourge of violent extremism conducive to terrorism.”
2021-02-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/140 (2021) · source
“The coronavirus disease pandemic has compounded persistent difficulties faced by Member States in countering the financing of terrorism, bringing new challenges relating, inter alia, to increased reliance on online transactions and reduced direct contact with customers. It is our firm belief that compliance with counter-terrorism provisions can be addressed through better regulation. Equally, initiatives to combat the financing of terrorism must be designed in such a way as to bolster, rather than undermine, legitimate socioeconomic activity. De-risking in the financial sector should be grounded in mutual collaborative agreements that effectively address terrorist financing, while at the same time protecting the banking industries in affected countries against negative economic pressures.”
2021-02-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/140 (2021) · source
“In addressing the complex issues related to these fighters, Member States must coordinate and build on efforts undertaken at the national, regional and international level, in accordance with international law, particularly human rights, humanitarian and refugee law. As the report of the Secretary-General (S/2021/98) reflects, a significant number of children affiliated with ISIL have been detained in the north-east of the Syrian Arab Republic and in Iraq. We reaffirm our support for those Member States involved in the rehabilitation and reintegration of repatriated children and urge States to share good practices and lessons learned from the successful repatriation of their nationals from core conflict zones. More remains to be done to better address terrorist financing.”
2021-02-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/140 (2021) · source
“Saint Vincent and the Grenadines remains deeply concerned about the ever-evolving threat of ISIL’s activities in different regions of the world, from the Middle East and Africa to Europe and Asia. In that regard, effective international cooperation in gathering and sharing information and intelligence with respect to emerging threats is required to better anticipate changes and prepare responses. To that end, we commend the joint efforts of the Office of Counter-Terrorism and the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate in facilitating the delivery of counter-terrorism-related technical assistance to Member States, in accordance with resolution 2395 (2017). It is of paramount importance for Member States to collectively address the ongoing challenges presented by foreign terrorist fighters.”
2021-02-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/140 (2021) · source
“I thank Under-Secretary-General Voronkov and Assistant Secretary-General Coninsx for their informative briefings. Their ongoing endeavours to ensure a balanced implementation of the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy and the relevant resolutions of the Security Council are critical to our efforts aimed at maintaining international peace and security. The transnational threat posed by the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) and other terrorist groups demands urgent attention. In order to mitigate and counter this looming threat, States Members of the United Nations and the international community must enhance coordination and adapt tools to properly confront the challenges of today.”
2021-02-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/140 (2021) · source
“We reaffirm support for the constructive role of the African Union (AU) and anticipate the convocation of the national reconciliation conference in accordance with the road map adopted by the AU’s High-Level Committee on Libya. We also reiterate our support for the efforts of the European Union, the League of Arab States and neighbouring countries. Finally, we remain committed in our support for the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) and welcome the new leadership team, including Ján Kubiš, Special Envoy; Raisedon Zenenga, UNSMIL Coordinator; and Georgette Gagnon, Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator. We look forward to working with them as we endeavour collectively to assist Libya in overcoming its obstacles in pursuit of sustainable peace, stability and prosperity.”
2021-01-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/97 (2021) · source
“In this context, we call for an investigation into the mass graves in the city of Tarhunah. We also share the Secretary-General’s perspective that unlawful detention remains a driver of the Libyan conflict and urge the authorities to identify and close all illegal detention facilities. Similarly, we acknowledge that Libya remains an unsafe port for migrants and refugees and emphasize the need to ensure their safety. The situation in Libya is complex, and the peace process delicate. The year 2021 will be pivotal. We encourage all stakeholders, especially key influential States, to inspire ongoing negotiations and protect the peace process.”
2021-01-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/97 (2021) · source
“As highlighted in the Secretary-General’s latest report (S/2021/62), an estimated 1.3 million Libyans require humanitarian assistance. The deaths and difficulties facing millions, specifically those groups made most vulnerable, are deeply disturbing. The coronavirus disease pandemic has further compounded an already-troubling situation. We therefore call on the international community to urgently respond to these difficulties through the Libyan humanitarian response plan. Additionally, my delegation calls for full respect of international humanitarian law and international human rights law. There should be no impunity in Libya for the atrocities committed over the years. We reiterate our support for the international fact-finding mission to investigate atrocities and ensure accountability.”
2021-01-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/97 (2021) · source