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lines on the record: 442
first: 2021-06-03
most recent: 2022-12-21
sittings or episodes: 93
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“We reiterate our call for the withdrawal of mercenaries, foreign fighters and foreign forces and once again stress the need for a disarmament, demobilization and reintegration process. On the humanitarian situation, Norway is concerned about the reported lack of protection of civilians and continuing violations of the human rights of migrants, refugees and asylum seekers. The reported situation of people held in unlawful and arbitrary detention is also highly worrisome, especially the reported continued incidents of sexual violence and abuse of children. Those unlawfully and arbitrarily detained, particularly children, must be released immediately. Norway gives our full support to Special Adviser Stephanie Williams and the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL). A strong United Nations role is critical.”
2022-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8952 (2022) · source
“Libyan women have the right to play an equal part in shaping the future of their country as voters and as candidates. The participation of women is a crucial part of the democratic process and the legitimacy of the Libyan Government. Furthermore, as Ms. Saudi elaborated, let me underline the importance of creating an enabling environment for peacebuilders, human rights defenders and civil society to carry out their work. Inclusive and participatory political processes require that everyone can engage safely and that civil society play an essential role. Norway commends the Libyan parties for respecting the ceasefire agreement. Peace, stability and the absence of violence for the Libyan civilian population is of the utmost importance.”
2022-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8952 (2022) · source
“With 2.8 million Libyans having registered as voters, their expectation to have a say in the future of Libya is clear. Free, fair, and inclusive elections are imperative for Libya’s progress. We urge the relevant Libyan institutions and authorities, including the House of Representatives, to contribute to the preparation of elections in a constructive way. The process must be Libyan-led and -owned. We have seen positive political progress throughout the past year, and we should protect those achievements. The Libyan parties must agree on a road map towards a new election date. It is imperative that we do not let spoilers create alternative undemocratic tracks. Let me also repeat our call for the full, meaningful and equal participation of women in Libya’s political process, including elections.”
2022-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8952 (2022) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Norway. We thank Under Secretary-General DiCarlo for her briefing and Ambassador Tirumurti for the periodic report (see S/2021/1058) of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011). I also want to thank Ms. Elham Saudi for joining us here in person today to share her insightful briefing and recommendations to the Council. First, Norway regrets that the elections were not carried out on 24 December. That should not detract from the political transition in Libya. Norway strongly encourages the political actors to continue all endeavours towards the transfer of power to democratically elected institutions. Norway would like to see presidential and parliamentary elections take place as soon as possible.”
2022-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8952 (2022) · source
“I thank Ms. Saudi for her briefing. I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements.”
2022-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8952 (2022) · source
“Recalling the Security Council’s latest note by the President (S/2017/507) on its working methods, I wish to encourage all speakers, both members and non-members of the Council, to deliver their statements in five minutes or less. Note 507 also encourages briefers to be succinct and to focus on key issues. In that spirit, briefers are further encouraged to limit their initial remarks to 7 to 10 minutes. Everyone is also encouraged to wear a mask at all times, including while delivering remarks. I give the floor to Ms. DiCarlo.”
2022-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8952 (2022) · source
“I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2021/1058, which contains the text of a letter dated 15 December 2021 from the Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) concerning Libya addressed to the President of the Security Council, and to document S/2022/31, which contains the report of the Secretary- General on the United Nations Support Mission in Libya. At this meeting, the Security Council will hear briefings by Under-Secretary-General DiCarlo; Ambassador Tirumurti, Permanent Representative of India, in his capacity as Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) concerning Libya; and Ms. Saudi.”
2022-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8952 (2022) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Libya 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 Ms. Elham Saudi, co-founder and Director of Lawyers for Justice in Libya. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
2022-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8952 (2022) · source
“I thank Mr. Khan for the clarifications he has provided. There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. The meeting rose at 11.30 a.m.”
2022-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8948 (2022) · source
“We recall and underline the importance of fulfilling the obligations imposed by the Security Council. Let me end by urging everyone to cooperate with the ICC so it can complete its vital mandate and so justice can finally be brought to victims and survivors. Prosecutor Khan has Norway’s full support. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I wish to again remind all speakers to limit their statements to no more than five minutes in order to enable the Council to carry out its work expeditiously. I give the floor to the representative of the Sudan.”
2022-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8948 (2022) · source
“It took almost two decades, since the Security Council referred the situation in Darfur to the ICC, to achieve cooperation from the Sudanese authorities. Finally, we had been making progress in the endeavour for justice for the victims of atrocities in Darfur. Therefore, even during the current crisis, we must continue to press for progress. The upcoming trial against former militia leader Abd-Al-Rahman, or Ali Kushayb, and promises during the Prosecutor’s visit in favour of transferring suspects currently detained in the Sudan to the ICC represent milestones in that direction. Proper access to evidence remains crucial. We urge the military to abide by the commitments of the Sudan to the ICC, and we call for its full cooperation with the Court.”
2022-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8948 (2022) · source
“I turn now to the work of the International Criminal Court (ICC), which is so crucial to securing justice for victims and survivors of the most serious crimes in Darfur. Norway would like to thank the Prosecutor for his first report on the situation in Darfur. We commend Prosecutor Khan’s leadership and his commitment to prioritizing situations referred by the Security Council. However, that must also be complimented by consistent follow-up and support from the Council. We applaud his visit to the Sudan before the coup, a visit that resulted in the memorandum of understanding that the Prosecutor referred to in his briefing. We are encouraged to hear that the memorandum of understanding seems to remain in effect, and we call for its implementation.”
2022-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8948 (2022) · source
“I will now proceed with my national remarks. There is a serious political crisis in the Sudan. The security forces’ continued use of lethal force against peaceful protesters is unacceptable. We strongly condemn all breaches of human rights, including sexual violence, attacks on media, ambulances and hospitals and restricted access to medical services and free communication. The violence must stop. Against that backdrop, we continue to hear the clear aspirations of the Sudanese people and their demand for a civilian-led transition. Furthermore, we continue to hold the military leadership primarily responsible for the current constitutional and political crisis, as well as for the fragile security, economic and humanitarian situation in the country.”
2022-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8948 (2022) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Norway. But before I do, I want to briefly recall that 76 years ago on this day, 17 January, the Security Council met for the first time at Church House in London. There, Mr. Norman Makin, Australia’s Ambassador and the first President of the Security Council, opened the meeting with the hope that “the Security Council will be a great power for good in the world” (S/PV.1, p. 6). He also reflected that our fellow Members of the United Nations have placed in our hands the primary, but not sole, responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security and underlined that they have given us the authority to act on their behalf. Let us keep those sentiments in mind as we continue our work — they are just as true today.”
2022-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8948 (2022) · source
“I thank Prosecutor Khan for his briefing. I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements.”
2022-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8948 (2022) · source
“In that spirit, briefers are further encouraged to limit their initial remarks to seven to 10 minutes. Everyone is also encouraged to wear a mask at all times, including while delivering remarks. I now give the floor to Prosecutor Khan.”
2022-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8948 (2022) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of the Sudan to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite Mr. Karim Khan, Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Before we begin with our speakers list today — recalling the Security Council’s latest note by the President (S/2017/507) on its working methods — I wish to encourage all speakers, both members and non-members of the Council, to deliver their statements in five minutes or less. Note 507 also encourages briefers to be succinct and focus on key issues.”
2022-01-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8948 (2022) · source
“The situation surrounding the JCPOA remains tense and unpredictable. Norway remains a steadfast supporter of constructive diplomatic dialogue to decrease tensions and increase trust and cooperation. We repeat our call on all stakeholders to show restraint and avoid actions that may contribute to escalation. Finally, we welcome the resumption of discussions in Vienna, and we echo the call of other colleagues in encouraging Iran to engage in serious negotiations. Norway shares the ambition of an efficient return to the full and effective implementation of the JCPOA that restores and delivers the benefits of the agreement for all. We hope that all sides act on the urgent need to put the Plan back on track.”
2021-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8930 (2021) · source
“Norway expressed its regret at the decision of the United States to withdraw from the JCPOA in 2018 and unilaterally reimpose sanctions. We also deeply regret that Iran has taken a series of steps to reduce its nuclear-related commitments. The Director General of the IAEA has made clear in his reports submitted to the Council that Iran continues to advance its nuclear programme. Moreover, we express deep concern over Iran’s deliberate steps towards nuclear escalation. That presents a serious challenge to the international community and complicates the return to a functioning JCPOA. We urge Iran to return to full compliance with the JCPOA and resume full cooperation with the IAEA without delay. On the issue of ballistic missile-related provisions, we also share the concerns raised previously and encourage Iran to address them.”
2021-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8930 (2021) · source
“As also noted by the Secretary-General, that confidence may be undermined by delays and lack of diplomatic progress in putting the JCPOA back on track. Norway joins other speakers in commending the efforts of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) as it strives to continue its verification and monitoring activities in Iran. At our previous meeting in June (see S/PV.8811), several Council members rightfully expressed their concern about the restrictions of access placed on the Agency. We deeply regret the further decline in, and lack of, access at one facility. Transparency measures are a vital component of the JCPOA, and the current situation seriously undermines the Agency’s ability to restore continuity of knowledge.”
2021-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8930 (2021) · source
“I thank Ambassador Skoog and Under-Secretary-General DiCarlo for their updates. I also warmly thank Ambassador Byrne Nason as the Security Council Facilitator for the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015). Let me start by reaffirming Norway’s full support for the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and resolution 2231 (2015). As the Secretary-General has noted, the JCPOA and resolution 2231 (2015) continue to enjoy broad international support. An effective and fully implemented JCPOA strengthens global nuclear non-proliferation and is important for regional and international stability and security. We remain of the view that the full and effective implementation of the JCPOA is the best available opportunity to help build international confidence in the exclusively peaceful nature of Iran’s nuclear programme.”
2021-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8930 (2021) · source
“In order to be both effective and sustainable, the work of these three Committees, and the United Nations counter-terrorism architecture as a whole, should be grounded in a holistic perspective — one that recognizes prevention as the most effective counter-terrorism strategy; one that addresses the underlying drivers of radicalization; one that employs a gender-responsive perspective; and one that protects and promotes human rights as an integral part of all successful counter- terrorism measures. In conclusion, Norway values this opportunity to take stock of the work of and cooperation among these three Committees, which form the backbone of the Council’s counter-terrorism efforts. We support efforts towards a more coordinated, coherent and effective counter-terrorism architecture, delivering as one United Nations.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8915 (2021) · source
“The prospect of the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their use by non-State actors is a real and continuous concern. The Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004) is a vital component of the global non-proliferation architecture, and the work of the Committee is as important as ever. Norway looks forward to engaging constructively with the Chair and other Committee members for the comprehensive review. We are eager to ensure that the review is conducted in an appropriate and meaningful way. This process is key to ensuring that the 1540 Committee continues to fulfil its obligations and takes stock of progress moving forward.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8915 (2021) · source
“The Committee receives valuable support from the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate in that work, and Norway looks forward to the upcoming renewal of the Directorate’s mandate to further strengthen its efficiency and transparency. Sanctions are an important tool at the disposal of the Council to put its decisions into effect. In the context of the 1267 regime, they are also crucial for depriving affiliates of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant and Al-Qaida of the means to plan and carry out attacks. To ensure both the efficiency and legitimacy of sanctions measures, it is imperative that they be applied in accordance with due process. In that regard, Norway strongly supports the Office of the Ombudsperson in that regard.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8915 (2021) · source
“I thank my colleagues for their briefings here today. Terrorism is a global phenomenon. Therefore, a multilateral strategy is key to a successful response. The United Nations plays an indispensable role in that regard as the only global forum to strengthen, coordinate, monitor and evaluate our collective efforts. Each component of the United Nations counter-terrorism architecture fulfils a distinct yet complementary function. We must draw upon each entity’s comparative advantage while creating synergies through their cooperation and partnership. That is true also of the Council’s subsidiary bodies. The Counter-Terrorism Committee plays a crucial role in implementation. Its mandate to monitor Member State compliance with the Council’s counter-terrorism resolutions is key to ensuring the fulfilment of our collective obligations.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8915 (2021) · source
“The evolving threat that ISIL (Da’esh), Al-Qaida and their affiliates pose to international peace and security requires timely action from Committee members and from the broader United Nations membership. Ensuring the effectiveness of the 1267 sanctions regime remains a shared undertaking. I encourage Member States to actively contribute to keeping the ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida sanctions list updated and relevant and to deploy efforts to fully implement the sanctions measures against listed individuals and entities within their jurisdiction. I also urge those Member States that have not done so to submit the implementation reports mandated under the relevant Security Council resolutions. I would like to thank all Member States for their cooperation with the Committee, its Monitoring Team, and Mr.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8915 (2021) · source
“The names under review included those lacking identifiers necessary to ensure effective implementation of the measures imposed upon them. Individuals who are reportedly deceased, groups, undertakings and entities that are reported or confirmed to have ceased to exist and any other names on the ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida sanctions list that have not been reviewed in three or more years. The responsiveness of Member States remains crucial for the successful conduct of these reviews. In that connection, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Member States that have actively participated in the review process by providing updated information.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8915 (2021) · source
“In total, there are currently 260 individuals and 89 entities on the ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida sanctions list. Since the beginning of the year, the Committee has agreed to add two individuals to its sanctions list and approved amendments to the existing entries of nine individuals. The Committee also approved the removal of three individuals from the list following a review by the Ombudsperson. Currently, four requests for delisting are pending with the Office of the Ombudsperson. The Ombudsperson, Mr. Daniel Kipfer Fasciati, resigned and will leave the office by the end of the year. I hope that his replacement will be appointed shortly and will be able to assume her or his duties to ensure continuity. The Committee has recently concluded the 2020 annual review.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8915 (2021) · source
“However, since May, the Monitoring Team has managed to conduct important visits to Central Asia, Africa, Europe and the Middle East, including Iraq, and convened the Vienna regional meeting of intelligence and security services of the Middle East and North Africa. Following months of informal virtual meetings, the Committee resumed in-person meetings in July. In total, in 2021 the Committee held three virtual informal informals and five in-person meetings, including a joint special meeting on terrorism financing threats and trends pursuant to resolution 2462 (2019), organized together with the Counter-Terrorism Committee. The Committee, in partnership with the Secretariat, continues to dedicate significant efforts to making sure that its sanctions list is accurate and promptly updated, as required.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8915 (2021) · source
“Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant-Khorasan retains a presence in the country and remains a concern. For a more detailed analysis of the threat posed by ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida, I would refer Member States to the periodic reports of the Monitoring Team published on the Committee’s website. In that regard, I would like to emphasize that the analysis provided by the Monitoring Team is to a large extent based on field visits. In this reporting period, travel limitations imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic in various parts of the globe continued, and many trips previously approved by the Committee could not take place.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8915 (2021) · source
“The most striking development of the period under review was the emergence of Africa as the region most affected by terrorism and in which the largest numbers of casualties inflicted by groups affiliated with those designated under the 1267 sanctions regime occurred. In some regions, especially in parts of West and East Africa, the affiliates of both groups displayed gains in supporters and territory under threat, as well as growing capabilities in fundraising and weapons. The reporting period was also marked by efforts of ISIL’s core focused on regrouping in Iraq and the Syrian Arab Republic. In Afghanistan, following the Taliban’s sudden sweep to power in August, no sign of change to the Taliban’s approach to foreign terrorist fighters was reported.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8915 (2021) · source
“This briefing will also satisfy the requirement of resolution 2368 (2017)to report to the Security Council at least once per year on the overall work of the Committee. The Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team that assists the Committee notes the continuing threat from the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant and Al-Qaida during the reporting period. Now, nearly two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, in non-conflict zones restrictions imposed to address the pandemic have artificially suppressed the terrorist threat. The relatively low threat in non-conflict zones, however, is expected to increase when those restrictions ease. In conflict zones, the pandemic has more impact on legitimate authorities than on terrorists, and the threat has already increased.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8915 (2021) · source
“In our last joint Council briefing in November 2020, the prior Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015), concerning the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL/Da’esh), Al-Qaida and associated individuals, groups undertakings and entities, Ambassador Djani, raised the evolving nature of the threat posed by ISIL, Al-Qaida and their affiliates under the impact of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic (see S/2020/1143, annex II). Today I would like to briefly outline how the threat from ISIL, Al-Qaida and their affiliates has evolved over the past year and report on the activities of the Committee.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8915 (2021) · source
“UNITAD can count on Norway’s continued support in its efforts to ensure accountability for international crimes committed by ISIL in Iraq and justice for victims and survivors.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8914 (2021) · source
“We are pleased to note that the dedicated Gender Crimes and Children Unit has significantly advanced in its investigations on crimes against children. It is also very positive that the Unit has gathered additional evidence on the extent of ISIL’s gender-based crimes, including sexual slavery, rape and persecution. We are pleased to learn about the achievement of an advanced child forensic interview training programme. This is absolutely vital to prevent children who have been used in conflict from being revictimized by the judiciary. The work of UNITAD is key to the long-term stabilization and development of Iraq after the territorial defeat of ISIL. Norway is encouraged by the progress made by UNITAD in cooperating with the Iraqi judiciary and authorities towards delivering justice for the victims and survivors of ISIL’s crimes.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8914 (2021) · source
“I would now like to highlight three cross-cutting priorities that Norway considers crucial in UNITAD’s ongoing work: The first is accountability. The quantity and quality of evidence gathered by UNITAD are truly impressive. However, the mechanism was never intended to remain simply a depository; it is important that the evidence ultimately feed into judicial processes to hold ISIL members to account. Therefore, we would have liked to receive more information in the Special Adviser’s report on the current status of discussions between UNITAD and the Iraqi authorities on an arrangement for evidence-sharing. We hope that the agreement reached regarding financial crimes may serve as a model in this regard. The second priority is the protection of civilians, including children, which is a priority for Norway.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8914 (2021) · source
“Just last month, the joint open meeting of the Council’s Counter-Terrorism Committee and the Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999) 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (Da’esh), Al-Qaida and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and entities once again reminded us of the importance of preventing and suppressing financing flows to degrade terrorist capability. We also appreciate continued progress on numerous other investigations, including ISIL’s use of chemical and biological weapons, as well as its crimes against the Sunni community. The latter case file is significant in illustrating that ISIL targeted all segments of Iraqi society. Acknowledging this is important for national reconciliation.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8914 (2021) · source
“We commend the Team for completing its case brief on the investigation into the mass killing of predominantly Shia prisoners at Badush prison in June 2014. This is an important milestone, that builds on the progress demonstrated in the last reporting period, with the completion of the Team’s first two case briefs. We are also pleased to note that the work of the Team’s Financial Crimes Unit is advancing, particularly with regard to investigations into ISIL’s treasury, Bayt Al-Mal.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8914 (2021) · source
“The Team’s work to promote accountability for international crimes committed by the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) in Iraq is crucial to restoring the rule of law and ensuring justice for victims and survivors — both prerequisite conditions for sustainable peace. Even though ISIL is territorially defeated, the overall situation concerning the terrorist group in Iraq is worrying. It continues to show both the capacity and the willingness to commit heinous attacks. We must therefore, as an international community, remain vigilant. In that regard, Norway is encouraged to note several positive developments concerning UNITAD’s work since the former Special Adviser’s last briefing to the Council (see S/2021/460, annex I).”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8914 (2021) · source
“We congratulate the Niger on assuming the presidency of the Security Council for this month, and we offer our sincere thanks to Mexico for its excellent steering of our work in November. I welcome the representative of Iraq to today’s meeting. Let me congratulate Mr. Ritscher on his recent appointment as Special Adviser and Head of the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes committed by Da’esh/Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (UNITAD). We welcome comprehensive report and thank him for his briefing today. Norway remains a steadfast supporter of UNITAD’s mandate.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8914 (2021) · source
“Finally, we also commend Iraq’s participation during the twenty-sixth session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. The effects of climate change are a significant issue in Iraq and the region, and we encourage sustained diplomacy, with support from UNAMI, in order to advance regional dialogue and cooperation, particularly on the use and distribution of water resources.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“We are concerned about the reported lack of progress on accountability and redress for crimes perpetrated against demonstrators, in particular attacks against political and civic activists by unidentified armed elements, as well as a concerning pattern of intimidation against those publicly advocating for accountability in such cases. We encourage the Government to increase its efforts in that regard. We remain concerned about conflict-related sexual violence in Iraq. Momentum should be maintained on the Yazidi Female Survivor Law, and we encourage an update to the 2016 joint communiqué by the Republic of Iraq and the United Nations on prevention and response to conflict-related sexual violence.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“As we heard this morning, an inclusive Government, with the full, equal and meaningful participation of women, is needed to address the underlying causes of conflict and instability, as well as to usher in much-needed economic, social and political reforms. We are happy to note that the elections may have led to an increase in women’s participation in Parliament. We hope that will enhance their role in political decision-making and participation in the upcoming parliamentary period. We also welcome UNAMI’s efforts to promote human rights and build capacity on issues of accountability, justice and the rule of law.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“And we also commend the efforts of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) to advise, support and assist the Government of Iraq and the Independent High Electoral Commission, including with monitoring on election day. While the final election results are not yet ratified, we urge those with complaints and concerns to address them through the established legal channels. Last week, the Council came together to condemn the assassination attempt against Prime Minister Al-Kadhimi (see SC/14692). It is regrettable that spoilers seek to destabilize Iraq at this crucial juncture. We now look forward to the formation of a new Government that will meet the needs and aspirations of the Iraqi people, in particular those of women, youth and marginalized communities.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“I would like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Hennis-Plasschaert for her briefing and dedication. I also thank Ms. Amal Kabashi for her very timely and concrete briefing to the Security Council. We thank her for her important work and for speaking up on behalf of women, girls and human rights defenders. I also recognize and welcome the representative of Iraq to this meeting. Norway commends the Iraqi Government for the 10 October elections. Free, fair and transparent elections are a pillar of democratic governance and are indeed vital for transparency and fostering confidence and dialogue, as well as for ensuring effective, accountable and inclusive institutions. We commend the Independent High Electoral Commission for their significant technical and procedural improvements to the election process.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“In conclusion, we strongly encourage the United Nations and all Member States to focus on the important role of the police in conflict and post-conflict settings, including through strong partnerships with regional and non-United Nations organizations, in particular the African Union and INTERPOL. This can ensure smooth transitions and help to establish sustainable solutions.”
2021-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8901 (2021) · source
“We encourage the Department of Peace Operations and the Police Division to continue developing this model when reviewing the guidelines next year, including making use of new technological developments and ensuring that the Strategic Guidance Framework for International Police Peacekeeping reflects new challenges through innovation and new technical standards. We would also like to see technology included as a cross-cutting theme — not only for the Seoul United Nations Peacekeeping Ministerial, but also in the general follow-up to the Secretary-General’s Action for Peacekeeping initiative.”
2021-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8901 (2021) · source
“Our female participation is usually around fifty per cent of contingent commanders. That is thanks to a long-term national gender strategy that has resulted in a solid base of female police who can empower, build trust and be role models to women and girls in the field. We would also like to highlight the Police Division’s implementation of the Secretary-General’s Uniformed Gender Parity Strategy, an important tool where gender and competence go hand in hand. We also welcome the fact that the specialized police teams have now become an established tool in United Nations policing. First deployed in 2010, we now see specialized police teams in most missions.”
2021-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8901 (2021) · source
“In that respect, we underline the importance of providing adequate resources and staffing to the Police Division and the United Nations Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions, especially as new, non-military challenges, demand a proactive and innovative approach. Norway is among the world’s most gender- balanced police services, and we support parity efforts in an international context through our funding of the programme led by the United Nations Police Division, which aims to increase the number of female United Nations police in a concrete and measurable way. Yet gender balance is not only about numbers, it is also about full, equal and meaningful participation. In Norway we do not set out to recruit female police officers to UNPOL. We recruit the best and most competent police officers, regardless of gender.”
2021-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8901 (2021) · source
“Publications from the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate and INTERPOL have also acknowledged the nexus between international security threats and law enforcement matters, such as the fight against impunity. An independent and well-functioning justice sector is fundamental to ensuring sustainable peace and good governance. That is also well reflected in the Sustainable Development Goals. Norway advocates for robust police components. Mandates should draw on the full capabilities of the United Nations police to support the protection of civilians, including children, strengthen the rule of law, safeguard human rights and enhance the capacity of police and judicial institutions in the host State. Professionalizing the police and the judicial chain must also be emphasized in Security Council mandates.”
2021-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8901 (2021) · source