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first: 2021-06-03
most recent: 2022-12-21
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“In February, the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC) held an open briefing on the work of the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate (CTED) with Member States from South and South- East Asia pursuant to resolution 2395 (2017), with the participation of experts from the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team of the 1267 Committee. The open briefing also called for input from Member States from those regions so as to highlight their efforts inimplementingthecounter-terrorismmeasures mandated by the Security Council. In April, the Counter-Terrorism Committee and the ISIL and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee, supported by CTED and the Monitoring Team, held a joint open briefing, entitled “ISIL in Africa: nature of threat and responses”.”
2022-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9201 (2022) · source
“Over the past year, while the coronavirus disease pandemic continued to affect the work of the Committees and the experts, especially with regard to travel, the three subsidiary bodies continued to cooperate and coordinate their work, in line with their respective mandates under the relevant Security Council resolutions, in order to ensure an effective and efficient approach to counter-terrorism and to prevent the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery by non-State actors.”
2022-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9201 (2022) · source
“On behalf of the Chairs of the Committee established pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), Al-Qaida and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and entities, the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1373 (2001) concerning counter- terrorism, and the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004), I have the honour to brief the Security Council on the work of the three Committees, including the continuing cooperation among them.”
2022-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9201 (2022) · source
“Finally, UNPOL can play a critical role in transition contexts. The move from peacekeeping to peacebuilding must be inclusive and nationally owned and must have a strong focus on the protection of civilians, including children, in order to be successful. Resolution 2594 (2021), on United Nations transitions, places a particular focus on the need to enhance the State’s capacity to protect its own civilians. That is an area where UNPOL has a pivotal role to play through training and support. Let me conclude with two questions. I would like to ask Ms. Fossen to elaborate on what her thoughts are as to how to better incorporate the rule-of-law components in peace operations. I would like to ask Under-Secretary-General Lacroix what measures can be taken to enhance the work of United Nations police against terrorism and organized crime.”
2022-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9189 (2022) · source
“Changes in the United Nations recruitment policy and training programmes, as well as the organization of important events, such as the United Nations Chiefs of Police Summit, would benefit from broader consultation with Member States. Thirdly, on emerging challenges, over the past decades, United Nations peacekeeping has changed in response to new threats. Terrorism and violent extremism, including the nexus with transnational organized crime, require a holistic and transparent criminal justice response. The United Nations police, along with other rule-of-law entities and security institutions, has an important role to play in delivering technical assistance and capacity-building to help host State law enforcement and core justice institutions to address threats, while protecting human rights and fundamental freedoms.”
2022-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9189 (2022) · source
“First, with regard to partnerships, UNPOL’s capacity to make a difference by itself is limited. The involvement of key stakeholders, including civil society, the private sector and other international organizations, such as INTERPOL, is therefore critical to modern police work, not least by facilitating a holistic and coherent approach across the entire judicial sector. Norway encourages all the relevant institutions to enhance efforts to lead an inclusive one-United Nations approach to police, justice and corrections in peace operations. Secondly, regarding Member State involvement, UNPOL depends on police-contributing countries.”
2022-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9189 (2022) · source
“We particularly commend the efforts that UNPOL has made to meet the target numbers set out in the Secretary-General’s Uniformed Gender Parity Strategy. Nevertheless, we emphasize that gender parity is not only about quantitative measures, but also about maximizing the effectiveness of peace operations. To that end, we must ensure that progress towards parity includes efforts to create a safe work environment for everyone, with a zero-tolerance policy towards gender discrimination, sexual harassment and abuse. While there has been steady progress since the Declaration of Shared Commitments on United Nations Peacekeeping Operations was signed in 2017, the United Nations police has the potential to deliver even stronger results to contribute to the A4P goals. In that regard, I would like to emphasize four key areas.”
2022-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9189 (2022) · source
“I thank you, Mr. President, for convening this important discussion. I also thank the briefers for their inputs. Norway has been a consistent contributor to the United Nations police (UNPOL). We support UNPOL with skilled police officers and leaders, such as Ms. Fossen, financial contributions, policy reforms and tools, such as the Strategic Guidance Framework for International Policing, as well as specialized police teams — a deployment modality pioneered by Norway. We recognize the need for the United Nations police to modernize its capacity-building to reflect contemporary policing methods and respond to emerging threats. Norway therefore welcomes the Secretary-General’s Action for Peacekeeping (A4P) reform initiative and the Action for Peacekeeping Plus implementation strategy.”
2022-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9189 (2022) · source
“We note the Prosecutor’s announcement today that new applications for arrest warrants have been submitted. That is a core part of the Court’s work. Accountability for the most serious crimes committed is key, and holding the perpetrators of such atrocities to account will be crucial to reconciliation in Libya. In conclusion, let me reiterate Norway’s unwavering support to the Court and the Office of the Prosecutor.”
2022-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9187 (2022) · source
“We note that more than 20 missions have been carried out to Libya and other countries and that the Prosecutor’s Office has a constant presence in the region. We also appreciate the outreach to civil society and the work on behalf of victims, survivors and witnesses. I want to highlight the arrest of two key suspects of crimes against victims of human trafficking who were recently extradited to Italy and the Netherlands. It is a good example of complementarity and of the Court’s importance beyond the cases before the Court itself. We applaud the Court’s cooperation with other institutions and States. It is encouraging to see that it produces concrete results. When it comes to arrest warrants, we thank the Prosecutor for the updates about terminations due to confirmed deaths and national proceedings.”
2022-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9187 (2022) · source
“As for the political situation in Libya, we remain concerned. We call on all the parties to redouble their efforts to agree on a constitutional framework for holding free and fair elections. We also call on the Libyan authorities, their partners and the international community more broadly to cooperate with the Office of the Prosecutor of the ICC. We thank the parties involved for facilitating the Court’s visits to Libya and the region and encourage the Libyan authorities to make more efforts to provide access to evidence and prompt responses to all requests for assistance by the Office of the Prosecutor. Norway supports the Prosecutor’s follow-up of the renewed strategy and the road map for accountability that he outlined in April (see PV.9024).”
2022-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9187 (2022) · source
“We thank Prosecutor Khan for his briefing and appreciate the fact that he is joining us from Libya. We also welcome the Permanent Representative of Libya to this meeting. The visit of Prosecutor Khan and the Deputy Prosecutor in June attests to the Prosecutor’s prioritization of the Libya file, well in line with his previous statements to the Security Council. We fully support him and the International Criminal Court (ICC), as the most important international institution when it comes to ensuring individual accountability for atrocity crimes. Norway welcomes the appointment of Abdoulaye Bathily as Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Libya and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya. We commend his clear support for the ICC and encourage all parties to fully cooperate with him and support his work.”
2022-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9187 (2022) · source
“Russia’s spurious allegations do not justify a request for the consideration of the Security Council under article VI of the BWC. It is deeply problematic that the State that has lodged the complaint with the Security Council itself has taken the pen and submitted the draft resolution that addresses the complaint. The process shows the importance of ensuring that the Secretary-General’s Mechanism for Investigation of the Alleged Use of Chemical, Biological or Toxin Weapons retains its independence and impartiality, free from the Security Council’s veto mechanism. I will conclude with an appeal to the Russian Federation to end its relentless campaign of disinformation and stop congesting the Council’s agenda with patently unfounded requests related to the situation in Ukraine.”
2022-11-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9180 (2022) · source
“We note that it consists predominantly of assertions, interpretations and conclusions by the Russian Federation itself. The same accusations were also dealt with in September during the formal article V consultations. We listened carefully to the representatives of Russia, the United States and Ukraine. And Norway then, as now, reviewed the documents provided by Russia in detail. However, no evidence has been put forward. In fact, contrary to Russia’s assertions, the documentation strongly suggests that the cited cooperation between the United States and Ukraine indeed has a legitimate peaceful purpose fully in line with the provisions on international assistance and cooperation under article X of the BWC. It is therefore our firm conclusion that Russia has failed to demonstrate probable cause for further investigative steps.”
2022-11-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9180 (2022) · source
“Norway abstained in the voting on draft resolution S/2022/821, as we want to avoid setting a negative precedent in the use of article VI of the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention (BWC). Russia’s complaint is not set forward in good faith, and neither is the draft resolution before us. Setting up a commission would be an abuse of the Security Council’s time and resources. We therefore find an abstention necessary in order to safeguard the integrity of future good-faith requests under article VI. Norway remains determined to uphold the total ban on biological weapons. Allegations of violations of the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention are something we take seriously, and they merit our scrutiny. Norway meticulously reviewed the documents annexed to the Russian complaint under article VI of the BWC.”
2022-11-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9180 (2022) · source
“The European Union Military Operation in Bosnia and Herzegovina (EUFOR-Althea) is key to maintaining stability and a safe and secure environment for all citizens. We therefore strongly welcome the fact that the Council just voted in favour of renewing its mandate in resolution 2658 (2022). The continued work of Operation EUFOR-Althea is of vital importance. Let me end by expressing our full support for the Office of the High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina and its important role in overseeing the implementation of the civilian aspects of the General Framework Agreement for Peace. We look forward to the day when the 5+2 agenda is completed, the Office can be closed and the international supervision of Bosnia and Herzegovina is no longer needed.”
2022-11-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9179 (2022) · source
“Women’s participation in political life in Bosnia and Herzegovina also remains limited. They face discrimination, threats and harassment, which are detrimental to building peace and security. We strongly encourage authorities to strengthen legal protections and ensure accountability. Justice and accountability for war crimes, including conflict-related sexual violence, are essential for building sustainable peace and an inclusive political environment in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The security situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina remains fragile, and the country faces its most serious political crisis in the post-war period. There is a need for continued international assistance to ensure sustainable peace.”
2022-11-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9179 (2022) · source
“We welcome the decision of the European Commission to recommend candidate status for Bosnia and Herzegovina, but we note that the country still faces serious challenges. There is considerable work to be done before the General Framework Agreement for Peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina is fully implemented. We therefore urge the authorities to stay committed to the process of democratic transition. Norway stands ready to support and contribute to the necessary reforms. The report of the High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina (see S/2022/806) states that there has been limited political progress on crucial issues. Norway remains concerned about polarizing ethnic- based rhetoric, and we call on all political actors to both condemn and refrain from hate speech.”
2022-11-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9179 (2022) · source
“Let me start by reiterating Norway’s support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Bosnia and Herzegovina, as one State comprising two entities and the Brčko district. We welcome the peaceful holding of the general elections on 2 October. We were pleased to see citizens exercise their democratic right to elect their representatives, who now have the responsibility to deliver on the people’s aspirations for a peaceful, reform-oriented and prosperous European country. Yet that will be possible only if the authorities of Bosnia and Herzegovina work together constructively and in the best interest of all people in the country. We encourage political actors to seek dialogue and contribute to finding common and sustainable solutions.”
2022-11-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9179 (2022) · source
“To reduce the level of violence and protect civilians, we must address the root causes of conflict in the region. The illicit trafficking of natural resources constitutes a significant revenue source for armed groups, fuelling violence and other conflict drivers locally and in the region. The rivalry related to natural resources and their illicit exploitation and trafficking must come to an end. We encourage Special Envoy Huang Xia to continue his valuable support for regional initiatives aimed at addressing security challenges, as well as his commitment to the implementation of the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework. Norway will continue to support his efforts, including through ongoing cooperation with his Office.”
2022-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9165 (2022) · source
“Norway urges all armed groups, including the Mouvement du 23 mars and the Allied Democratic Forces, to lay down their weapons. We welcome the roll-out of the Disarmament, Demobilization, Community Recovery and Stabilization Programme and the appointment of provincial coordinators in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. We stress the importance of a common understanding of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration (DDR) at the national and provincial levels in order to avoid repeating mistakes committed in previous rounds of DDR. The involvement of women is essential to promote sustainable peace in the region. We welcome the efforts to strengthen cooperation with women’s networks in peacebuilding, as well as the engagement of women and young people in ongoing dialogue and confidence-building activities.”
2022-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9165 (2022) · source
“We welcome the political and diplomatic efforts of the region to address security challenges and promote dialogue, including the holding of several summits of Heads of State of the East African Community (EAC); the initiative taken by President Lourenço of Angola; and the leadership of the Nairobi process by former President Kenyatta of Kenya. We stress the importance of coordination among the Nairobi process, the Luanda process and the efforts of the United Nations. The deployment of the EAC regional force must be closely coordinated with the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Roles and responsibilities must be clearly defined, and we reiterate that all countries must respect the sovereignty of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2022-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9165 (2022) · source
“I thank Special Envoy Huang Xia for his briefing. The deteriorating situation on both the security and humanitarian fronts in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo is deeply concerning and has serious regional implications. Violations of international humanitarian law and violations and abuses of human rights continue to be reported that involve brutal attacks against the civilian population, including children. It is imperative that those violations and abuses be investigated and those responsible held accountable. We also note with concern the rising tensions between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda. We call on both countries to exercise restraint and pursue a diplomatic solution.”
2022-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9165 (2022) · source
“We look forward to further updates on the implementation of the five-year strategy for protection against domestic violence and violence against women. Finally, let me underscore that full integration in Euro-Atlantic structures will not be possible for either Kosovo or Serbia without a comprehensive agreement on the full normalization of relations. Overall progress in the EU-facilitated dialogue continues to be slow. Both Kosovo and Serbia should intensify their efforts to improve relations, be more pragmatic and refrain from actions and rhetoric that may set back dialogue or increase tensions leading to incidents. The current status quo cannot be an option, and we urge all actors to fully engage. There is no alternative to the EU-led process, dialogue or compromise.”
2022-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9155 (2022) · source
“Progress towards discovering the fate of those who went missing during the events in Kosovo from 1998 to 2000 is necessary, including as part of reconciliation efforts. Let me touch on another topic that requires attention. Those responsible for conflict-related sexual violence must be held to account. Greater accountability is vital for reconciliation and peacebuilding in Kosovo. We applaud the work done thus far by the Kosovo Government commission to verify and recognize the status of the survivors of conflict-related sexual violence. We commend UNMIK for its support to that process. It is an important step forward for the rule of law and for reversing the climate of discrimination and impunity. Similarly, we positively note the Government’s recent approval of stricter legislation related to rape, sexual assault and domestic violence.”
2022-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9155 (2022) · source
“In that connection, we welcome the energy road map agreed in June with Serbia and the agreement on identification cards, reached in August, under the dialogue facilitated by the European Union (EU). The latter has improved free movement between Kosovo and Serbia and hopefully settled problems that have sparked considerable tensions. In the same spirit, we hope that the parties will step up the dialogue to find a permanent solution to the licence-plate issue. We do, however, strongly regret the increased tensions in northern Kosovo, ahead of the agreement on identification cards and call on the parties to refrain from any unilateral actions that may cause further tensions in the area. We are also disappointed by the continued lack of cooperation within the Belgrade-Pristina working group on missing persons.”
2022-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9155 (2022) · source
“I thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Ziadeh for her briefing, and her leadership in delivering on the mandate of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). We also thank the Secretary-General for his report (S/2022/739). Norway supports Kosovo and the other Western Balkan countries in their Euro-Atlantic ambitions. We are concerned to note, however, that the report of the Secretary-General describes heightened rhetoric between Belgrade and Pristina and the escalation of tensions on the ground, which have affected the progress towards the normalization of relations. We encourage the parties to strengthen their dialogue and engage constructively, based on the Brussels Agreement.”
2022-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9155 (2022) · source
“Norway will continue its humanitarian assistance and cooperation with Iraqi authorities. Finally, the challenges Iraq is facing are also exacerbated by climate change and severe environmental problems. Norway commends the joint efforts of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq and the Iraqi authorities on climate action, improving regional cooperation on water management and investing in a renewable future. For this work to succeed, it must include working with private partners and civil society.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“Norway is deeply concerned at the increase in political tensions and violence. We call for calm and restraint. All parties must take steps to de-escalate, and violence must be avoided. As the Security Council has stated on several occasions, the unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iraq must be respected. The year 2022 is the final year of the humanitarian response plan. We commend the Iraqi authorities for taking over the responsibility of fulfilling humanitarian needs. Children are especially vulnerable. In the current efforts to reintegrate displaced families into their home communities, special care should be made to protect children and treat them as victims of war. This includes children formerly associated with the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“I thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Hennis- Plasschaert, for her clear and important briefing and for all her efforts and those of her team during very challenging times. Almost a year has gone by since Iraq conducted parliamentary elections, yet still no Government has been formed. Norway joins the Secretary-General and others in expressing concern over this situation and the risks it may pose for Iraq’s political stability. The formation of a Government is vital to addressing the many challenges Iraq is facing. It is time for Iraqi political leaders to unite. It is time to find compromises. Iraq must have a Government that can work in the best interests of the Iraqi people. And we encourage all political leaders to ensure the meaningful participation of women, youth and civil society.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“Norway stands ready to work with all stakeholders for a sustainable and responsible recalibration of MONUSCO and for peace in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“The dramatic decline of the humanitarian situation also raises the stakes of a well-planned MONUSCO exit, including the progressive transfer of its tasks to the United Nations country team and the implementation of the children and armed conflict agenda. Strengthening the capacity of a representative, responsive, accountable security sector and rule-of-law institutions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, which are compliant with international law, is critical. The upcoming December elections will be an important milestone. Through the United Nations Development Programme, Norway is providing financial support for the preparations carried out by the Independent National Electoral Commission. We urge the Government, as well as other stakeholders, to do their utmost to secure peaceful, inclusive and transparent elections.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“We remain concerned that hostile and anti-MONUSCO rhetoric may incite more violence. The joint transition plan and the timeline for the drawdown are increasingly being questioned throughout the Democratic Republic of the Congo. As agreed with the Government in as late as November 2021, the plan lists priorities and benchmarks for MONUSCO’s withdrawal. It is important that the transition now take place based on the situation on the ground and in line with the plan for withdrawal. Armed groups remain a real and constant threat, killing civilians, including children, and committing grave violations, such as conflict-related sexual violence. We reiterate that all civilians must be protected and that the primary responsibility for protecting the civilian population rests with the Government.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“We encourage the inclusion of all relevant stakeholders, including civil society, women and young people, in those processes. Close coordination between various actors, such as the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) and the East African regional force, once it deploys, is also essential. We reiterate that all countries must respect the sovereignty of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. For more than 20 years, United Nations personnel have contributed to protecting civilians and stabilizing the Democratic Republic of the Congo. They have done so under extremely challenging circumstances, sometimes paying the ultimate price. We are deeply troubled by the deaths of United Nations personnel during the recent violent protests against MONUSCO in North Kivu.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“I thank the briefers for their relevant briefings. Norway is deeply concerned by the deteriorating security situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo and its regional implications, particularly the recurrent and recently intensified attacks by armed groups, including the Mouvement du 23 mars and the Allied Democratic Forces. We also note with concern the rising tensions between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda, and we call on both countries to exercise restraint and pursue a diplomatic solution. We welcome the efforts of the region to address those security challenges, such as the initiative taken by Angola’s President Lourenço and former President Kenyatta’s leadership of the Nairobi process.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“We now strongly encourage a sense of urgency regarding implementing other outstanding tasks and showing a recommitment to the timelines of the agreement, as adjusted by the road map.”
2022-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9134 (2022) · source
“We reiterate that it is the Government’s responsibility to protect civilians, including children. That is a critical component of securing sustainable political peace. All of this is taking place against a backdrop of record floods, which South Sudan is now experiencing for a fourth year, further demonstrating that climate-related security risks must be integrated into efforts to manage communal natural resources and conflicts over land ownership and rights. We commend the efforts of UNMISS to promote dialogue, peaceful coexistence and reconciliation at local levels, and we believe it has a role to play in supporting the Government’s capacity to adapt to climate change. In conclusion, we acknowledge the recent progress in the implementation of the peace agreement.”
2022-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9134 (2022) · source
“We are also deeply worried about the prevailing high level of violence in Upper Nile state. State and national authorities should intervene urgently to de-escalate the situation and protect civilian lives. We urge the Government to investigate those situations and hold perpetrators accountable. We commend UNMISS and UN-Women for launching three women’s networks in the police, military and prison services in July. Promoting human rights and gender mainstreaming in security-sector reform is vital to fostering a climate of accountability and advancing effective peacebuilding. Subnational violence destroys livelihoods and forces people to flee their homes. Violence also deepens human suffering and food insecurity and is limiting humanitarian access across South Sudan.”
2022-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9134 (2022) · source
“Attempts to silence civil society activists and the media run counter to the spirit of the peace agreement and democratic governance. Also, to deliver on the timelines in the new road map, stronger enforcement mechanisms and sustained efforts are needed from the region, including from the Intergovernmental Authority on Development and the African Union. The level of violence, including sexual violence, and the recruitment and use of children by armed forces and groups remains unacceptably high. We are deeply concerned about the findings of the joint investigations by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights into human rights violations and abuses and violations of international humanitarian law in southern Unity state.”
2022-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9134 (2022) · source
“The Government could have used the road map process to build a greater consensus and domestic-support base. With only five months left of the original transitional period, South Sudan’s leaders must now deliver the results they promised, in accordance with the timelines in the road map and by dedicating sufficient resources. The people of South Sudan also need to see progress on other promises, such as public financial management reform, fighting corruption, as well as the development of a new constitution and the institutions needed for elections. The processes ahead will be successful only if there is true civic and political space and freedom. Opening up civic space is a precondition for the successful implementation of the peace agreement.”
2022-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9134 (2022) · source
“I thank Special Representative Haysom and Ms. Riziq for their briefings. In the past couple of weeks, we have seen that tangible progress in implementing the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan is indeed possible, particularly in two specific areas. First, we welcome the critical graduation of the first batch of necessary unified forces. Truly unified security forces are key to reducing violence and conflict and to providing peace and security. The next step will now be to graduate and deploy forces across the country and ensure that they have access to food and medicine and are consistently paid their salaries. Secondly, we support the Government’s commitment to a road map. We strongly believe, however, that the road map would have benefited from a broad-based and inclusive process.”
2022-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9134 (2022) · source
“Norway unequivocally condemns all violations of international humanitarian law and international human rights law, including the reported killing of Ukrainian civilians, and strikes on civilian infrastructure. Finally, Ukraine has a right to defend itself against Russia’s armed attack, as enshrined in Article 51 of the Charter of the United Nations. Other States are entitled to respond positively to Ukraine’s call for assistance in the exercise of its legitimate right to self- defence. A simple fact remains: Russia’s aggression against Ukraine is blatantly illegal. Russia must fully and unconditionally withdraw its forces and military equipment from Ukraine. Russia started this war, and it must now choose to stop it.”
2022-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9127 (2022) · source
“Allow me to also express Norway’s heartfelt condolences to the British royal family, the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth and our colleagues on the passing away of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. I thank High Representative Nakamitsu for her statement. I also take note of Ms. Trifković’s briefing. Let me make four short points today. First, Norway reiterates that Russia’s war on Ukraine is a serious violation of international law. Russia must abide by the order of the International Court of Justice and immediately suspend its military operation in the territory of Ukraine. Secondly, we reiterate our unwavering support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders. Thirdly, we call on Russia to immediately end its indiscriminate attacks.”
2022-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9127 (2022) · source
“Russia’s illegal war and unprovoked aggression have caused terrible suffering for the people of Ukraine and beyond, including by aggravating global food insecurity, affecting the most vulnerable the hardest. Let me end by again reiterating that Norway condemns in the strongest possible terms Russia’s choice to wage this war. The Russian Federation must immediately withdraw its forces from within Ukraine’s internationally recognized borders. That is the only sustainable solution to the many issues we are discussing today.”
2022-09-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9124 (2022) · source
“Nuclear facilities should not be used for military activities or the storage of military material. We remain concerned about the possibility that Russia’s seizure of a nuclear power plant is also a means of taking hostage a central source of electricity supply essential to the civilian population of Ukraine. The electricity generated at the Zaporizhzhya nuclear power plant rightly belongs to the people of Ukraine. Any attempt to disconnect the plant from the Ukrainian grid is unacceptable. Russia must immediately withdraw its forces in and around the Zaporizhzhya nuclear power plant and all other Ukrainian nuclear facilities. The ongoing attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure are having a devastating and unacceptable impact.”
2022-09-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9124 (2022) · source
“It is totally unacceptable that a nuclear facility has become a front line in the ongoing Russian war on Ukraine. We appreciate the IAEA summary report, with recommendations, which was released earlier today. The IAEA has identified an urgent need for interim measures to prevent a nuclear accident arising from the physical damage caused by military means. As the Director General has explained, that can be achieved by the immediate establishment of a nuclear safety and security protection zone. We reaffirm the importance of the seven pillars of nuclear safety and security outlined by the Director General and support the Agency in helping to ensure the implementation of the pillars in Ukraine. We also echo the Director General’s concerns, including about the physical integrity of the plant, its power supply and the conditions for its staff.”
2022-09-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9124 (2022) · source
“I thank the Secretary- General and the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for their timely and alarming briefings. The importance of the IAEA mission to the Zaporizhzhya nuclear power plant and the Agency’s continued presence there cannot be overstated. Its professional and impartial efforts are key to our understanding of the situation at the plant. We also commend the crucial work done by the Ukrainian staff, who in severe circumstances continue to operate the plant under its occupation by Russian forces. We call on Russia to return full control of the facility to its Ukrainian operator. One clear line of Ukrainian operational control and authority is vital. The safety and security situation at the Zaporizhzhya nuclear power plant has deteriorated solely because of Russia’s aggression.”
2022-09-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9124 (2022) · source
“Peacekeepers must be provided with the equipment needed to stay as safe as possible and to perform as expected. The focus on strategic communication must be maintained. That is key to creating trust among local communities and countering the increasing challenge of mis- and disinformation and hate speech. Finally, I would like stress Norway’s support for the A4P+ ambition of moving towards data-driven and technology-enabled peacekeeping. We will continue to contribute financially to the new Strategy for the Digital Transformation of United Nations Peacekeeping, which has been described as a game changer. Let me conclude by reiterating Norway’s commitment to the reform of United Nations peacekeeping and to our continued work to ensure the effective implementation of all peacekeeping mandates.”
2022-09-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9123 (2022) · source
“I would like to highlight some Norwegian reform priorities. Ensuring a coherent strategy in support of political solutions must be at the core of all peacekeeping. Women must be included for peace to be sustainable. As members of the Council, we should do our part to support peace processes by putting aside our differences, whatever they may be. For missions to be effective, efforts must continue to strengthen strategic and operational integration between civilian staff, United Nations police and military components. All Member States must ensure that both women and men are available for recruitment to all peacekeeping functions at all levels. All peacekeepers must be trained, prepared and willing to fulfil their designated task. That is particularly important when it comes to the protection of civilians, including children.”
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“In the few years since A4P was launched, we have learned of several challenges to its progress, including the increasingly difficult security situation in many host countries, which in some cases is further complicated by the presence of foreign security personnel. The differing views among Member States on how missions should deal with such situations add to the challenge. Norway is very supportive of the Action for Peacekeeping Plus (A4P+) initiative. It is well designed for driving the reform process forward. The focus should be directed at translating priorities into concrete action. In that respect, Norway is disappointed that the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations was not able to conclude a consensus report this year, as many important concrete recommendations were agreed to.”
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