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Hilale

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“Mr. Hilale (Morocco) (spoke in French): Allow me, first of all, to congratulate Ukraine on assuming the presidency of the Security Council for the month of February and for scheduling this open debate on the protection of critical infrastructure against terrorist attacks. The relevance and timing of the issue are testimony to its importance. Although since the beginning of its existence humankind has sought to create, innovate and build for its own well-being and that of future generations, terrorist groups - on the contrary - have chosen the path of destruction, anarchy, and nothingness. The terrorist threat has continued to grow and spread. Terrorist groups such as Da'esh, Al-Qaieda, the Taliban, Boko Haram and others, as well as their affiliates, are constantly developing new methods of destruction.”
2017-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7882 (2017) · source
“The Committee could improve its dialogue with Member States by continuing the current practice of public information meetings and open debates of the Council, as well as by organizing special and thematic meetings. That would allow Member States to express themselves directly and collectively consider the challenges and opportunities associated with the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004). In conclusion, Morocco will continue to fulfil its obligations pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004) and will continue its fruitful cooperation with the Committee.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“The Committee should also promote the exchange of experiences, both in New York and at the regional and subregional levels through, for example, meetings of national focal points. To that end, I take this opportunity to announce that in early March 2017 Morocco will organize, along with the 1540 Committee and the Office of Disarmament Affairs, a meeting of the national points of contact, which will focus on training and coordination. I particularly emphasize the recommendations aimed at strengthening transparency and the involvement of Member States. I note with satisfaction the Council's request to the Committee, in the operative part of the resolution adopted this morning, to hold periodic meetings open to all Member States.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“I also reiterate that without the contribution of enhanced regional and subregional cooperation, national efforts will remain insufficient. While supporting the 1540 Committee's relevant recommendations, Morocco believes that the Committee should take measures to facilitate and encourage coordination, particularly at the subregional level. That is dictated by the importance of proximity and shared borders in the fight against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear materials. The 1540 Committee should also further develop its cooperation with relevant international organizations and agencies. For example, the Group of Experts could further engage with those organizations regarding requests for assistance.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“Morocco believes that only active international cooperation and appropriate technical assistance - based on the principles of solidarity and shared responsibility and focused on the mobilization of resources, the exchange of information and best practices - can help to strengthen national capacities for the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004), especially in Africa. The existing assistance mechanism should be further strengthened to meet the expectations of States that need it. It should also be able to effectively support States in the implementation of the resolution. Morocco therefore welcomes the relevant recommendations of the Committee, including those relating to the strengthening of the assistance provided directly by the Committee to Member States that request it.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“Similarly, the efforts of non-State actors, particularly terrorist groups, to resort to weapons of mass destruction have increased. It is that genuine threat that reinforces the need for the full and universal implementation of resolution 1540 (2004). Morocco shares the conclusions and recommendations of the 1540 Committee's review of resolution 1540 (2004) and encourages the Committee to pursue its efforts to assist Member States in fulfilling their obligations under the resolution, with the valuable support of its Group of Experts.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“The adoption of resolution 1540 (2004) reflected the common desire to strengthen the fight against the proliferation of nuclear, chemical and biological weapons and their means of delivery, and in particular to prevent their acquisition by non-State actors. The scope of resolution 1540 (2004), which is unique in its purview and the universal support it enjoys among non-proliferation and counter-terrorism regimes, is undeniable. The lO-year extension of the mandate of the 1540 Committee in 2011 reflected the shared determination to pursue the objectives of resolution 1540 (2004), which has filled shortcomings in international law. Since 2011, the terrorist threat has been exacerbated to the point of jeopardizing the stability and territorial integrity of States.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“Mr. Hilale (Morocco) (spoke in French): My delegation welcomes the Spanish presidency's initiative to convene this meeting and expresses its appreciation for Spain's work as Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004). Morocco welcomes the adoption of resolution 2325 (2016), which the Kingdom co-sponsored. The proliferation of weapons of mass destruction poses a threat to international peace and security. The Kingdom of Morocco shares that conviction with the international community, which remains concerned about the threat of terrorism and the risk of non-State actors acquiring weapons of mass destruction or their means of delivery, developing them, trafficking them or using them.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“Thirdly, we should ensure that the troops deployed have the necessary equipment, based on the preliminary study of the field. In that respect, a statement of unit requirement could be considered in order to ensure that it take better into account the specificities of the location of deployment. Fourthly, we should ensure that predeployment training is bolstered and adapted to the reality on the ground. Fifthly, I stress the importance of ensuring that the principles of peacekeeping - including neutrality, impartiality, consent of the parties and the non-use of force, except in cases of legitimate self-defence and defence of the mandate- are respected. Certain mission tasks that transform the military personnel into targets are not acceptable.”
2016-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7802 (2016) · source
“To this end, allow me to share a few thoughts for our consideration as part of our debate here today. First, we should improve our understanding of the threats facing missions by enhancing our preliminary studies of the theatre of enagement. That process should not be confused with intelligence-gathering. It will also facilitate mission planning, and take into account all specific aspects of the engagement. Secondly we should establish conditions conducive to promoting contact and communication with local populations. Indeed, local populations remain the main source of information. In that framework, it is important to include languages as part of the criteria for the selection of contingents, in particular French, a language that is used in most peacekeeping operations.”
2016-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7802 (2016) · source
“Many questions linked to confidentiality regarding the use of drones or their scope of application have not yet been addressed. We therefore take this opportunity to reiterate our call for discussions on the topic, especially in the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations, which is the only body that can take decisions in that field. Other modern technological resources, such as sophisticated surveillance cameras or protection equipment, could also be used. This debate is taking place at just the right time, as discussions on the future of United Nations peacekeeping are under way. Following the review process launched by the High-level Independent Panel on Peace Operations, we are all called on to consider the ways in which we can make peacekeeping more effective and better tailored to new realities.”
2016-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7802 (2016) · source
“It is necessary to clarify the terms of that cooperation and ensure that they conform to the principles of peacekeeping. The second point I wish to make concerns the use of new technologies. We often hear that peacekeeping cannot meet the challenges of the twenty-first century with the tools of the twentieth. I believe that we all agree on that. Where opinions diverge is with respect to the operationalization of those resources. When one refers to new technologies, we often think of drones, which are modern tools that can be very effective in surveillance and have demonstrated their utility in certain situations. However, some are reticent regarding their use as a result of the fact that to date, even though they have been deployed in three missions, there are still no clear modalities for their use.”
2016-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7802 (2016) · source
“Unfortunately, it has not had the expected result for a number of reasons, on which we will not dwell in this debate. However, the experience did underscore the importance of clear modalities in this area in order to ensure that a number of challenges facing ASIFU are met, such as information-sharing, its ownership and knowledge of the field. We have had an opportunity to speak to those challenges repeatedly. What the United Nations needs is to readapt existing resources and to make optimimum use of available information. The simple fact of using the term "intelligence" can lead to confusion and even undermine the very image of the Mission, which could be perceived as a party to the conflict. The same applies to cooperation with various United Nations entities committed to the fight against terrorism or institutions, such as Interpol.”
2016-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7802 (2016) · source
“Some solutions proposed could have a significant impact on the ground if they are clearly implemented and based on consensus to avoid having peacekeeping operations and our Blue Helmets being considered belligerents and, by extension, targets. I will give two examples to illustrate my point. The first is intelligence-gathering. Peacekeeping operations have always gathered intelligence and analysed information. A number of mechanisms exist, including the Joint Mission Analysis Cell, the Joint Operations Centre, U-2 surveillance planes, among others. Mindful of the specific situation of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali, an intelligence-gathering unit attached to the Mission - the All Sources Information Fusion Unit (ASIFU) - has been deployed.”
2016-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7802 (2016) · source
“Aware of the need to tailor peacekeeping operations to their current environment, we continue to firmly support the peacekeeping principles of impartiality, the consent of parties and the non-use of force, except in cases of legitimate defence and to uphold mandates. As highlighted in the concept note (see S/2016/927, annex), which contains an extract from the report of the High-level Independent Panel on Peace Operations (see S/2015/446), the challenge for peacekeeping operations today is to protect themselves against asymmetrical threats rather than combat such threats. The current trend is to develop concepts and measures that steer us away from the principles of peacekeeping.”
2016-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7802 (2016) · source
“Therefore, we will limit our statement to the threat of terrorism, violent extremism and organized crime and its related activities, which peacekeeping operations, and in particular, the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali, must face. The terrorist threat is real and has a significant impact on the security and the safety of Blue Helmets and civilian populations. As a troop-contributing country, Morocco is concerned about the increasing number of deaths among Blue Helmets and hopes that today's debate and discussions under way at the United Nations will enable us to remedy that unprecedented situation.”
2016-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7802 (2016) · source
“Nonetheless, given the changes in the nature and scope of contemporary challenges, peacekeeping operations have had to adapt and evolve. In addition, the range of their activities has expanded and now encompasses several peacebuilding tasks, such as the capacity-building of host countries, disarmament, demobilization and reintegration support, security sector reform and the strengthening of the rule of law, just to name a few areas. Contemporary traditional peacekeeping missions also face the new phenomenon of asymmetrical threats, which are a broad concept, subject to various interpretations.”
2016-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7802 (2016) · source
“Finally, I would like to thank you for the choice of theme of today's meeting, in which we are particularly interested as a troop-contributing country as peacekeeping operations now face the challenges of terrorism, transnational criminal networks and all genres of trafficking and smuggling. The regrettable incident that claimed the life ofa Togolese Blue Helmet and injured seven, including civilians, has also been mentioned during today's debate. We extend our sympathy to the people of Mali and Togo. United Nations peacekeeping has undergone tremendous change since its creation. From the 1950s until the end of the last century, traditional peacekeeping was limited to observing ceasefire agreements and serving as an interposition force. Furthermore, to date, military observers are not armed.”
2016-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7802 (2016) · source
“Mr. Hilale (Morocco) (spoke in French): At the outset, let me congratulate you, Sir, on your country's assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of November. Since it joined the Council, your delegation has worked unceasingly to promote the topics dear to our continent, including matters relating to peacekeeping, through its chairmanship of the Working Group on Peacekeeping Operations and we are grateful to you for that. I would also like to apologize on behalf of the Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Morocco, Mr. Mezouar, who is unable to join us given his function as President of the twenty-second Conference of the Parties United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, which he opened today.”
2016-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7802 (2016) · source
“This decision was based on Morocco's belief in the need to uphold and enshrine the spirit of solidarity and on its African identity. The efforts of countries in fragile situations to develop and implement national plans and reforms to strengthen their institutions and entrench the rule of law should be encouraged, notably by providing them with appropriate financial assistance. The merit of the identical resolutions adopted by the General Assembly and the Security Council on peacebuilding is that they highlight the inadequacy of the assistance mobilized by the international community with respect to the real needs of vulnerable country. It up to us to give substance to the ambitious project of implementing the recommendations of the review. Peace in Africa and around the world depends on it. The meeting rose at 4.20 pm.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“Unproductive public expenditure, and in particular excessive military expenditure, must be abandoned so asto allow the increase in the social spending that Africa badly needs. It is essential to stabilize macroeconomic stability so as to sustainably increase the private savings and investment necessary to establish a liberal and stable economic and regulatory environment. Debt relief is directly linked to the fight against poverty. When debt burdens the national budget, it undermines the ability of a Government to provide its citizens with the basic social services. Aware of the magnitude of this constraint for African economies. His Majesty King Mohammed VI decided in 2000 to cancel the debts of African least-developed countries to Morocco and to lift all tariffs imposed on products imported from those countries.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“Respect for human rights must be enhanced and conflicts managed through a participatory, inclusive and transparent constitutional process that promotes public confidence in the new constitution. Allowing ordinary citizens to express their opinion on constitutional issues helps the development of a legitimate document that would be owned by the people. The political participation of indigenous communities must be promoted by protecting their right to define and establish their own public policy priorities. Governance, transparency and accountability in the management of public and private resources must be strengthened because there can be no satisfactory development where corruption is rife.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“Good governance encourages public participation in Government, allows civil society to be actively involved in policy development and the interests of society to be well represented in the institutional process. Policies that respect cultural diversity and minorities contribute to the resolution of social conflicts, ease tensions and help to lower the barriers of inequality, poverty and marginalization. Public participation in local development must be institutionalized and given a central role in designing and implementing genuine development policies in the context of a participatory local administration. The political representation of women in political institutions and processes must be strengthened so that they are able to defend the adoption of laws and initiatives to their benefit.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“Efforts to educate the public and heighten its understanding of political, economic and social issues provoke debate, promote informed social dialogue and strengthen awareness among citizens of their rights. Strengthening the obligation of public officials to account for their actions through sound accountability legislation allows a balance to be struck among institutional power systems and creates mechanisms providing redress to victims of human rights violations. Efforts to protect and promote human rights are essential elements of the transition from conflict to peace. Governance reforms that promote human rights can be implemented even in the midst of insecurity and conflict, as well as during transition periods that follow political oppression and conflict.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“A body consisting ofrepresentatives of various sectors and spanning all areas concerned can support, advise and monitor institutional capacity- building processes. Legislation based on the promotion of good governance and human rights would result in the development of policies respectful of human rights by the State, civil society and the population. Transparency in the development and implementation of public policies requires the public to have access to social services and to demand that their rights be protected. Facilitating public access to information can in some cases be an effective strategy to improve the state of public spending and protect economic and social rights.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“In the African context, especially in countries emerging from conflict, where almost everything needs to be rebuilt, institution-building is much more like a State construction project than one of the reform and consolidation of existing State structures. This demonstrates the vast scope of the task that faces a fragile African country and all stakeholders involved in peacebuilding. Beyond the re-establishment of state authority and the implementation of efficient and rational reforms of the security and justice sectors, the success of any institution-building project makes it essential to take the following elements into account. The effectiveness and sustainability of institutional capacity-building is directly related to the institutionalization of the role of capacity-management at the national level.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“There is no State without authority, workers, politicians or civil servants. Ifthe State wants to regain the trust of citizens, it must be accessible and near at hand. It should be able to offer justice and to be the sovereign guarantor of social cohesion and guardian of the integrity of its territory. As a multidimensional process that is long-term and requires huge financial and human investments, institution-building in the framework of peacebuilding needss the sustained mobilization of all the political forces of the country concerned, regional and subregional partners, international financial institutions and the international community as a whole.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“The development of a democratic process based on strong democratic institutions whose workings function properly, as well as on sound knowledge and respect for the rule of law and human rights, is a key determinant of the failure or success of any post-conflict State-building project after a conflict or any political transition. Strong institutions are the basis of the restoration of trust between the State and the citizen, which is the sine qua non for anchoring the country in lasting peace. Citizens' confidence in the ability of the State to defend the common good is an equally fundamental prerequisite for the establishment of the rule of law, which is not only an instrument of Government, but a principle to which all society, including the Government, is bound to advance democracy.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“Mr. Hilale (Morocco) (spoke in French): I would like to warmly congratulate Japan both for the choice of this highly important topic, which offers us today the opportunity to respond to the substantial question of how institution-building can consolidate peace and prevent a relapse into conflict, and for its successful chairmanship of the Peacebuilding Commission's Working Group on Lessons Learned. It is precisely one of the first lessons learned that good governance and strong and accountable institutions are essential for easing tensions, reducing poverty and having a positive impact on development.”
2016-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7750 (2016) · source
“We urgently need to expand the donor base, taking into account the fact that different types of support would be helpful. With a legitimate Government to lead the country, and a Government that has a clear vision of the task assigned to it as set forth in the State policy document approved by the Parliament on 7 June, we have before us an opportunity to provide the population of the Central African Republic with the support it deserves and expects.”
2016-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7734 (2016) · source
“We must not forget that the international community has a responsibility towards refugees who have fled their countries due to the severity of a crisis. We must work harder to provide them with an environment conducive to their return, which is imperative. In conclusion, I would like to take this opportunity to ask all States Members of the United Nations to increase their support for the Central African Republic. I can never say it enough - the country is at a critical point in its history and will need our continued support to ensure a return to stability. The situation in Central African Republic is suffering as a result of a chronic passivity of the donor community, as 90 per cent of the aid comes from a handful ofpartners.”
2016-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7734 (2016) · source
“In the current context, we welcome the assessment of the budgetary forecasts regarding the various streams of funding to meet humanitarian, development, security and recovery needs, keeping in mind the importance of proper sequencing to the peacebuilding priorities of the country. Fifthly, unfortunately, the humanitarian situation remains disastrous, with no signs of improvement. The annual humanitarian appeal has been consistently underfunded, reaching only about 15.4 per cent in 2016, according to the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs. In this regard as well, the international community can and must do more - much more. In addition, the number of refugees and internally displaced people remains very high.”
2016-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7734 (2016) · source
“Furthermore, we welcome the creation of an interministerial commission to develop a mutual accountability framework that would ensure national ownership of the process and provide both the international community and the Government with higher visibility. As stated in the Secretary-General's report before us today, "It is essential that the framework of mutual accountability and the national recovery and peacebuilding plan be part of an integrated and coherent package underpinned by a suitable and unified follow-up architecture adapted to the realities of the Central African Republic" (S/2016/565, para. 64). In this regard, we should heed the lessons learned from previous experience to ensure the commission's success. The country-specific configuration will work closely with key stakeholders to achieve this end.”
2016-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7734 (2016) · source
“We urge the new authorities to accelerate the ongoing bureaucratic process towards ensuring a rapid implementation of this important mechanism. Strengthening the national capacity of the judiciary is of the utmost importance. Fourthly, an assessment, recovery and peacebuilding mission comprised of representatives of the United Nations, the European Union and the World Bank recently visited the Central African Republic at the same time as the strategic review mission that was in the country. The fact that these two missions were in the field concurrently and were able to coordinate some of their activities is a good example of the kind of coherence that is necessary for our common approach to addressing the pressing needs of the country.”
2016-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7734 (2016) · source
“Thirdly, as we have stated on many occasions, there can be no peace without reconciliation and there can be no reconciliation without credible mechanisms for fighting impunity. I am very pleased that Mr. Ladsous also stressed this point, as it is fundamental to the political process. In this context, the capacity of the national judicial system and the establishment of the Special Criminal Court are of paramount importance. The creation of the Court is fraught with multiple challenges, including with respect to funding and the issue of protecting judges, witnesses and victims. However, the establishment of the Special Court is not only necessary for prosecuting cases of violent crime, but will also have a beneficial, catalysing effect on the country's judicial system.”
2016-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7734 (2016) · source
“The President of the Republic has made a clear commitment to making the process a priority of his Government, and the international community's commitment will be needed to get there. Secondly, the lack of national capacity is often cited as one of the major challenges to the country's development. We appeal to all Member States - be they in the region, on the African continent or in other parts of the world - to consider paying particular attention to the Central African Republic by providing opportunities through training or in the context of triangular or South-South cooperation programmes. Although the needs are urgent in many areas, it is never too late to start investing in capacity-building.”
2016-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7734 (2016) · source
“I would like to turn now to what we see as key peacebuilding aspects that need to be addressed as a priority in the coming months. First, the security situation remains extremely volatile, and, as Mr. Ladsous mentioned, recent events in many parts of the country, coupled with the risk of worsening violence, are a reminder that the country is still not free from the possibility ofrelapse. Accordingly, the success of the disarmament, demobilization, repatriation and reintegration process and the regional security system will be key to a return to stability. We welcome the efforts made to address the security situation and prevent armed groups from challenging the country's democratization process.”
2016-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7734 (2016) · source
“Beyond the region, it is important to note the various initiatives undertaken by such partners as the United Nations system, through the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic and the Central African Republic country-specific configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission, the World Bank, the European Union and several other bilateral partners. Based on the road map I outlined in my last briefing to the Security Council on this subject (see S/PV.7671), the Peacebuilding Commission will continue to focus on the consistency and coordination of the aforementioned actions, and we will continue to advocate for increased support from the international community.”
2016-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7734 (2016) · source
“An inclusive and transparent political process will be one of the main aspects needed to ensure that the entire population is committed to facilitating the rebuilding of the social contract. At the regional level, the Central African Republic's neighbours, which played a key role during the transition period, continue to play an important role in several areas, including migratory movements and the fight against the illicit trafficking that affects the region. In this regard, the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa is well placed to coordinate efforts in the region. We encourage the neighbours of the Central African Republic and other countries of the region to continue to offer their full support to the new authorities through positive and constructive involvement.”
2016-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7734 (2016) · source
“We believe that the report ofthe Secretary-General (S/2016/565) is comprehensive and take note of the proposed recommendations. At the national level, less than six months after the presidential election the country is on the road to recovery and a wave of hope is spreading alongside that movement throughout the country. The President enjoys strong popular support, which needs to be maintained through international community support. Despite the many challenges that remain in the face of today's new political reality, we must recognize and emphasize that there are also new, unprecedent opportunities in the Central African Republic that we must build upon.”
2016-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7734 (2016) · source
“Mr. Hilale (Morocco) (spoke in French): I would like to begin my statement by congratulating Japan on its ascension to the presidency of the Security Council and by thanking you, Sir, for your invitation. For me, it is always a pleasure and honour to address the Security Council on behalf of the of the Peacebuilding Commission in my capacity as Chair of the Central African Republic configuration. I thank the Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, Mr. Herve Ladsous, for his exhaustive briefing on the situation in the Central African Republic following the recent successful strategic review of the Mission's mandate, and take this opportunity to pay special tribute to him for his tireless efforts and high-level of cooperation with the Peacebuilding Commission.”
2016-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7734 (2016) · source
“In addition to the tasks they are mandated to do, Moroccan contingents have continued to provide support to local communities, particularly in Somalia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Cote d'Ivoire and, more recently, in the Central African Republic. These efforts generally involve either in-kind or financial resources and medical campaigns. Moroccan troops are also involved in the implementation of quick- impact projects. In conclusion, I would like to reiterate Morocco's commitment to the imperative of protecting civilians in armed conflict, whether by troops under the United Nations banner or by supporting capacity-building for States.”
2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source
“We welcome the efforts made so far in that regard by the Secretariat, and we reiterate our full readiness to continue to cooperate constructively with Special Coordinator Ms. Lute and with unity of conduct and discipline. It is now time that the concept of civilian protection go beyond mere physical protection to ensure that it can alleviate the suffering of vulnerable populations, which is the true purpose of protecting civilians. Moroccan troops deployed for more than 60 years as part of peacekeeping operations have always considered the protection of civilians as a key part of their mission. That aspect is properly supported during the predeployment training provided to Moroccan contingents destined to serve under the United Nations banner.”
2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source
“Morocco fully supports the recommendations of the High-level Panel on the Review of Peacekeeping Operations, especially with regard to troop-contributing countries. Moreover, the conduct of Blue Helmets charged with protecting civilians must be irreproachable. In that regard, Morocco reiterates its full commitment to fully implementing the zero-tolerance policy put forward by the Secretary-General. Concrete steps have been taken in that regard by Morocco, including deploying national investigators in its contingents. The cases brought to their attention are treated with with the utmost diligence and firmness. Again, better cooperation with the Secretariat is necessary, as this is ultimately a shared responsibility.”
2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source
“Mixed units composed of military and police forces would allow for a better response to the various situations that peacekeeping forces may face. For example, it is agreed that police forces are better suited and equipped for dealing with crowd control. Thirdly, humanitarian assistance is an important element in the protection of civilians during armed conflict. Support for the delivery of humanitarian assistance to those in need must remain a priority for missions. Fourthly, the presence of a peacekeeping operation should facilitate the establishment of an environment conducive to the protection of civilians, in particular by contributing to strengthening the rule of law. The protection of civilians was thoroughly discussed during the recently concluded reviews of the peacebuilding and peacekeeping architecture of the United Nations.”
2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source
“To enable troops to carry out their mission successfully, the Council must consider the realities on the ground and devote adequate means. The Secretariat must also strengthen cooperation with troop contributors and involve them more in the planning stages. Allow me now to express the views ofmy delegation on the avenues for discussion proposed by the concept note (S/2016/503, annex). First, we consider it desirable to support a preventive approach, that is to say, missions should deploy protection measures so that civilians are not targeted by armed groups. That can be done, for example, by strengthening protection for camps. To achieve that, cooperation with local communities, authorities and NGOs is essential. Secondly, we must adapt the composition of the force for the different protection stages.”
2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source
“In such cases the international community has a responsibility to support them, either through capacity-building and by giving them the means to meet their responsibilities or by deploying a peacekeeping operation. Secondly, in accordance with the principles of peacekeeping, any intervention by the international community should respect the principles of equality, independence, sovereignty and respect for the territorial integrity of States. Moreover, the troop-contributing countries have a responsibility to protect civilians. But that is a responsibility shared both with the Security Council and with the Secretariat. Again, the principles are clear- non-use of force except in self-defence and defence of the mandate.”
2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source
“This bitter fact is all the more distressing when a multidimensional mission is deployed in the field. We hope that the call of the Istanbul Humanitarian Summit will lead to increased respect for international humanitarian law. Although today's debate is part of the regular review of the protection of civilians, this time from the perspective of peacekeeping operations, we must keep in mind that it was just a few years ago that there were strong misgivings and suspicions concerning this issue. It is in that regard that it is important to reiterate certain key principles. First, protecting civilians is primarily the responsibility of States. However, it is clear that in times of conflict the capacity of States is either inadequate or nonexistent.”
2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source
“As we discuss the issue ofthe protection ofcivilians, we note that significant progress has been made on the normative front, thanks in particular to the continued attention and commitment of the Council, supported by all States Members of the United Nations, but also by non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and civil society. Many resolutions and presidential statements, along with the establishment of specific mandates to protect civilians in some missions, have enabled the establishment of a robust legal framework. However, it is clear that, despite those advances, the state of civilian populations continues to deteriorate, with a continued increase in the number of victims and displaced persons and refugees, as well as widespread violations of international humanitarian law.”
2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source
“Mr. Hilale (Morocco) (spoke in French): I would first like to congratulate you, Sir, for convening this open debate on an issue that requires all of us to ensure the protection of civilians in peacekeeping operations. We are especially pleased that France took the initiative in calling this debate. France continues to lend its support to the African continent at a critical moment when this issue is particularly relevant. Thanks to France's intervention in two brotherly countries - Mali and the Central African Republic - we were able to avoid a new cycle of massacre and suffering.”
2016-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7711 (2016) · source