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“However, only when we are honest about our own shortcomings can we genuinely work to overcome them. Only then can we live up to the lofty ideals we seek to uphold.”
2016-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7642 (2016) · source
“They must be our priority in pursuing accountability. I wish to conclude by reaffirming my delegation's readiness to work closely with Council members and other partners and stakeholders, especially the troop- and police-contributing countries, as well as the Secretariat, to address our common aims. The pledge taken by all United Nations peacekeepers, entitled "We are United Nations peacekeepers", recognizes the Blue Helmets as the embodiment of the aspirations of all the people of the world for peace. The expectations of the international community and the local populations who they are sent to protect are extremely high. That is why cases of sexual exploitation and abuse and the subsequent failure to take action by the international community are very painful to confront.”
2016-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7642 (2016) · source
“Therefore, we also advocate mandatory predeployment training on child protection, in addition to training on sexual exploitation and abuse prevention for all United Nations peacekeepers, and we support the Secretary-General's initiative for troop- and police-contributing countries to issue certificates of compliance. There is a tendency to discuss sexual exploitation and abuse in the abstract, in terms of numbers and percentages that keep us detached from the reality of sexual exploitation and abuse cases. In comprehensively addressing the issue, let us remember that these are real people - mothers, daughters, fathers and sons - who suffer the anguish and harm of sexual exploitation and abuse. The international community must ensure that they receive the necessary attention, including medical and psychological assistance.”
2016-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7642 (2016) · source
“We urge mission leadership to instil a culture of child protection in peacekeeping missions and stress the important role that child protection advisers can play in preventing and responding to allegations of sexual exploitation and abuse against children. The monitoring and reporting mechanism established under the Security Council's children and armed conflict framework should be utilized to collect and analyse information on sexual exploitation and abuse allegations involving child victims in order to ensure that necessary follow-up actions can be provided. Knowledge is the best defence and the provision of training for peacekeeping personnel cannot be overstated as a means of prevention.”
2016-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7642 (2016) · source
“At the same time, we call on the Secretary-General to issue clear criteria and guidelines in making such decisions and to engage constructively with police- and troop-contributing countries on that issue. We must not forget that our discussion today was triggered by heinous acts against children by international peacekeepers, both United Nations and non-United Nations, in the Central African Republic. The series of sexual exploitation and abuse cases involving children and the failure to provide timely follow-up assistance to the victims underscores the continued need to raise awareness on and mainstream child protection in peacekeeping operations.”
2016-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7642 (2016) · source
“We also have national laws in place to ensure the prosecution and punishment ofMalaysian peacekeeping personnel for serious misconduct, including sexual exploitation and abuse. We hope that the strong measures announced by the Secretary-General to strengthen accountability for sexual exploitation and abuse, including imposing sanctions against those who commit acts of misconduct and who fail to take actions against them, will create a deterrent effect and galvanize prevention efforts at the highest level. We also note the decision of the Secretary-General to repatriate contingents where there is a demonstrated pattern of abuse or non-response to allegations of misconduct, which we view as a measure of last resort.”
2016-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7642 (2016) · source
“Malaysia believes that improving investigation procedures for sexual exploitation and abuse allegations increases the accountability process. Therefore, we are supportive of such initiatives, including the establishment of immediate response teams at peacekeeping missions to gather and preserve evidence and the adoption of a six-month time line for the completion of their investigations. We reaffirm that Malaysia enforces a strict zero- tolerance policy on sexual exploitation and abuse for our peacekeeping troops. All Malaysian peacekeepers undergo compulsory predeployment training in which specific modules and briefings are conducted to raise awareness of acts that constitute sexual exploitation and abuse and the consequences of committing such acts.”
2016-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7642 (2016) · source
“It is important that our parallel efforts be complementary with our shared aim to eliminate the sexual exploitation and abuse, seek accountability and alleviate the harm caused to vulnerable people. Accountability for perpetrators of sexual exploitation and abuse cannot be achieved under a shroud of secrecy. Therefore, we are supportive of the Secretary-General's measures to increase transparency in the accountability process. However, we reiterate that Member States, particularly the troop- and police-contributing countries, have the primary responsibility to hold their personnel accountable for sexual exploitation and abuse. In order to do so, information and credible evidence regarding allegations of sexual exploitation and abuse must be channelled by the United Nations in a timely manner to Member States for subsequent action.”
2016-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7642 (2016) · source
“It requires the collective and concerted commitment and political will of all Members of the United Nations and the international community. We support the intention to address the sexual exploitation and abuse issue in a broader and more systematic manner across the United Nations system. In that connection, we note the Security Council's draft resolution, initiated by the United States delegation, and we will work constructively on it. Malaysia also reaffirms the central role of the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations, which has been mandated by the wider membership to deliberate on all issues relating to United Nations peace operations.”
2016-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7642 (2016) · source
“We also take note of the findings and recommendations on the issue of sexual exploitation and abuse contained in various reports and reviews, most recently the report of the high-level external independent review panel on sexual exploitation and abuse by international peacekeeping forces in the Central African Republic. We were particularly concerned over the findings of fragmentation of responsibility within the United Nations system and view the troubling lack of coordination as a major gap that needs to be addressed. In that regard, we welcome the appointment of Ms. Jane Holl Lute as Special Coordinator on improving the United Nations response to exploitation and abuse and look forward to continued updates on the recommendations and implementations. We believe that sexual exploitation and abuse cannot be tackled in isolation.”
2016-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7642 (2016) · source
“My delegation wishes to thank the Secretary-General for his briefing on the issue of sexual exploitation and abuse in the United Nations system, including measures undertaken to strengthen the Organization's response, as outlined in his report (A/70/729) to the General Assembly. The presence of the Secretary-General today demonstrates his clear commitment to addressing that challenge, which threatens to cast a long, dark shadow on the Organization's reputation. We welcome many of the messages he outlined to confront sexual exploitation and abuse and, as he has rightly said, to ensure that the United Nations becomes the vehicle of hope for the most vulnerable.”
2016-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7642 (2016) · source
“Via a letter dated 9 February, the Committee has also invited the Permanent Representative of Libya, or members of his delegation, to read the report in the offices of the Secretariat after the discussion in the Committee.”
2016-03-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7640 (2016) · source
“On 22 January, the Committee received a notification under paragraph 19 (b) of resolution 1970 (2011) in relation to the assets freeze measure, which was subsequently put on hold by a member of the Committee. On 22 February, the Committee approved a request for extension of a travel ban exemption for an additional six months. Let me note in this connection that more information on granted travel ban exemptions can be found on the website of the Committee. Lastly, on 29 January the Committee received the final report of the Panel of Experts, in accordance with resolution 2213 (2015). The Committee will discuss it and its recommendations in informal consultations tomorrow, 3 March.”
2016-03-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7640 (2016) · source
“On 7 January 2016, the Committee issued its fourth Implementation Assistance Notice to assist Member States in their implementation of the travel ban in relation to the Libya sanctions regime. As with the other such notices that relate to the arms embargo and the assets freeze, this notice can be found on the website of the Committee in all official languages. On 15 January, the Committee informed the Permanent Representative of Libya about a forged document, purporting to come from the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) concerning Libya, and claiming the authorization of the unfreezing of frozen assets owned by the Central Bank of Libya. In this context, it is worth noting that the Central Bank of Libya has not been subject to United Nations sanctions since December 2011.”
2016-03-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7640 (2016) · source
“In accordance with paragraph 24 (e) ofresolution 1970 (2011) of26 February 2011, I have the honour to report to the Security Council on the work of the Committee established by the same resolution. The report covers the period from 11 December 2015 to 2 March 2016. On 11 December, the Committee wrote to the Permanent Representative of Libya, bringing to his attention a recommendation, contained in the interim report of the Panel of Experts, regarding the unity of the National Oil Corporation and the neutrality of the Central Bank of Libya. On 21 December, the Committee responded to a request for guidance from a Member State on the implementation of the arms embargo as it relates to the disposal of seized military materiel.”
2016-03-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7640 (2016) · source
“Malaysia wishes to underscore that interpretation of relevant provisions in the resolution must not be a pretext to disrupt diplomatic access and further impede the conduct of legitimate diplomatic and humanitarian activities in the country, as stipulated under the Vienna and Geneva conventions respectively. Our primary goal is to see the denuclearization of the Korean peninsula. We must not be diverted from that goal. We wish to see the Democratic People's Republic of Korea return to the negotiation table and embrace change that builds trust to pursue shared security and prosperity through international cooperation. As a member of the Council, we remain committed to doing our part, including through the work of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1718 (2006) concerning the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.”
2016-03-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7638 (2016) · source
“We call upon the Democratic People's Republic of Korea to recommit itself to the resumption of peaceful dialogue and negotiations under the six-party talks framework. As others in the region have reaped the seeds of mutual trust, cooperation and prosperity sown before, so too should the people of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea enjoy such benefits of sustained peace and socioeconomic development. It could learn from the economic success stories of its immediate neighbours. The inclusion of language safeguarding humanitarian exemptions in the text is a crucial element. It will prevent the effects ofpossible unintended consequences against legitimate interests, particularly related to the livelihoods and the humanitarian situation of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea population. We are fully supportive of that.”
2016-03-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7638 (2016) · source
“It would benefit from more predictability of inter-State behaviour through greater engagement and dialogue. It requires a change of attitude and embracing more trust to pursue all peaceful means of resolving the outstanding issues between the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and its neighbours and other interlocutors, not just for the sake on securing peace and stability on the Korean peninsula and the wider region, but equally, if not more important, so that the benefits of enduring peace, security and stability could prosper the nation and the people of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. Malaysia remains convinced that the interests of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and its grievances could be best served by its return to the negotiating table.”
2016-03-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7638 (2016) · source
“However, considering the exigencies involved and the need for proper consultations with our respective authorities, we had to expeditiously work to ensure that the spirit and intent of the resolution were appreciated, so that it could be adopted in a timely manner. Malaysia unequivocally reaffirms its belief that illicit development and procurement of weapons of mass destruction and related technologies and capabilities by any State is unacceptable and cannot be tolerated by the international community. Such activities undermine the work and commitment of all Member States to peaceful relations with each other and to the peaceful resolution of conflict. Those are our core values. It is for that reason that Malaysia voted in favour and co-sponsored the resolution. The Korean peninsula has gone through a periodic cycle of ups and downs.”
2016-03-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7638 (2016) · source
“Let me congratulate you and wish you, Mr. President, every success on Angola's assumption of the presidency of the Security Council in March. I also wish to congratulate Ambassador Rafael Dario Ramirez Carrefio on a successful and productive Venezuelan presidency in February. I join other colleagues in expressing appreciation to the delegations of China and the United States, as well as all Council members, for the tremendous work leading to the adoption of resolution 2270 (2016). Malaysia welcomes the adoption of this very important text. Given the far-reaching implications of the resolution, we would have preferred ample time to consider the text.”
2016-03-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7638 (2016) · source
“I wish to also highlight and welcome the conference organized by the OSCE earlier this month in Vienna to identify strategies to counter intolerance against Muslims in the OSCE regions. We commend the priority accorded by the OSCE to address discrimination, racism and xenophobia, particularly in view of the rising sentiment of Islamophobia in the OSCE regions. In conclusion, Malaysia reiterates its support for the OSCE and the priorities set out by the Chairperson-in- Office to renew dialogue, rebuild trust, and restore security in the region. We wish Germany success for its chairmanship, and we reaffirm our continued commitment to cooperate closely with the OSCE in maintaining peace and security in the region, under Chapter VIII of the Charter of the United Nations.”
2016-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7635 (2016) · source
“We reiterate the need for the conflicting parties to respect the principles ofterritorial integrity and sovereignty, and the inadmissibility of the use of force for the acquisition of territory, and to focus on the de-escalation of conflict and peaceful settlement of disputes. Malaysia recognizes and fully supports the stabilizing role played by the OSCE in the Western Balkans, including its missions in Bosnia and Herzegovina and in Kosovo. The OSCE has been vital in building institutions and promoting reconciliation in the region, and has brought about great strides in political, judiciary, electoral, economic and social reforms in post-conflict societies.”
2016-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7635 (2016) · source
“I wish to take this opportunity to commend the role played by the OSCE in the aftermath of the downing of flight MH-17 in eastern Ukraine, including in facilitating the recovery and investigation efforts despite the challenging security situation on the ground. With respect to the various frozen conflicts, including in Central Asia, the Southern Caucasus and Moldova, we hope that the focus on dialogue, confidence-building measures and mediation by the German chairmanship will provide new impetus towards resolving the conflicts, in line with the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations, various United Nations resolutions, as well as the Helsinki Final Act.”
2016-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7635 (2016) · source
“However, we remain deeply concerned that the agreed ceasefire remains fragile and that the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission still does not have access to the entire conflict zone, particularly the rebel-held areas. We strongly urge all relevant parties to abide by the obligations laid down by the package of measures for the implementation of the Minsk agreements last year, which was endorsed by the Council in resolution 2202 (2015). We wish to see the full cooperation of all parties with the OSCE to enable it to carry out its mandate. Malaysia also calls on the parties to intensify efforts to implement outstanding provisions of the package of measures, including releasing all hostages, withdrawing foreign troops and weapons, allowing humanitarian access, and organizing local elections in the conflict areas.”
2016-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7635 (2016) · source
“We greatly value its contribution and commend the holistic approach of the OSCE to dealing with wide-ranging security challenges, including conflict prevention, conflict management, combating terrorism, arms control and ensuring respect for human rights. The significant role of the OSCE was thrust into the limelight with the crisis in Ukraine. The OSCE'S engagement in Ukraine through its Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine, its participation in the Trilateral Contact Group, and the observer mission at the Russian checkpoints Gukovo and Donetsk, deserve the Council's strong support. We acknowledge the significant progress made in Ukraine relating to military de-escalation and the withdrawal of weapons.”
2016-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7635 (2016) · source
“At the outset, Ijoin my other colleagues in congratulating Mr. Frank-Walter Steinmeier, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Germany, on his assumption of the position of Chairperson-in- Office ofthe Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) for 2016, and welcome him to the Security Council. My delegation is grateful for his briefing, which clearly outlined the priorities of the OSCE under Germany's chairmanship. Malaysia welcomes the reaffirmation by the Chairperson-in-Office to continue the close cooperation between the OSCE and the United Nations. Over the years, the OSCE has proven its relevance and resilience as the world's largest regional security organization. Its inclusive and cooperative nature is its key strength in responding to various security threats and challenges in the Euro-Atlantic and Eurasian regions.”
2016-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7635 (2016) · source
“In addition, there are other besieged areas inaccessible by humanitarian partners, and access must be granted to those places. We again call upon States with influence on the parties to the conflict to do their utmost to ensure that the sieges end and that humanitarian aid is accessible to all. We are hopeful that the cessation of hostilities among the relevant parties to the conflict will lead us to the desperately sought-after political solution. It is incumbent upon the Council to stand united in making that happen.”
2016-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7634 (2016) · source
“The sooner the relevant key actors accept that, the sooner greater effort could be invested to find a breakthrough to end the conflict and to work for peace. We must therefore now shift our focus to the political route and work towards implementing the Geneva communique (S/2012/522, annex). We are heartened by the breakthrough made by the United Nations and its humanitarian partners in securing safe passage for humanitarian relief missions to the five besieged towns in Syria. We have also seen the United Nations carry out its first airdrop of humanitarian aid to more than 200,000 people in Deyr ez-Zour. Given that breakthrough, my delegation would reiterate that the success in delivering humanitarian relief via airdrops to the besieged areas must be replicated; it should not be a one-off event.”
2016-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7634 (2016) · source
“Unfortunately, the peace talks were suspended due to the continued aerial bombardment and the hindering of deliveries of humanitarian aid to people in need. The cessation of hostilities and the breakthrough in humanitarian operations last week give us fresh hope that the peace talks can be resumed. We take note of the planned resumption of talks on 7 March and call upon all the relevant parties to participate in the United Nations-facilitated talks next week. However, we would caution against moving the goalposts too often. We hope that the peace talks scheduled for next Monday will proceed. The peace talks are extremely crucial, and the only solution to the Syrian conflict is through a political settlement.”
2016-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7634 (2016) · source
“With the agreement of all parties to the cessation of hostilities, including allied forces, we now have a real opportunity to reduce violence and end the senseless brutality that the conflict has inflicted upon the Syrian people. The glimmer of hope presented to the Syrian people after much work by the Council, the ISSG and Special Envoy De Mistura over the past few weeks must be made a reality. It cannot be allowed to fail, because military escalation and the continuation of conflict can only serve to inflict more damage on both sides and to prolong the dire humanitarian crisis. Malaysia was encouraged by the first round of peace talks held by Special Envoy De Mistura late last month.”
2016-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7634 (2016) · source
“Ijoin previous speakers in welcoming the timely adoption of resolution 2268 (2016). Its unanimous adoption is a testament to the resolve of the Security Council in seeking an end to the bloody conflict in Syria. We also thank Special Envoy De Mistura for his briefing, which provided us with insight into a very crucial week for Syria, one which, hopefully, will begin to define a better future for the men, women and children of Syria. Malaysia welcomes the announcement of the cessation of hostilities by the International Syria Support Group (ISSG), which is scheduled to begin right now. We also welcome the agreement by the Government of Syria and the opposition groups in that regard.”
2016-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7634 (2016) · source
“As such, we must draw deeply on our reserves of goodwill, flexibility and a spirit of constructiveness so that the Council as a whole can continue to effectively discharge its responsibility for maintaining international peace and security. We remain committed to doing our part. Finally, I wish Ambassador Gaspar Martins of Angola and his team the very best for their presidency in March. We look forward to it.”
2016-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7633 (2016) · source
“We fully support the mission's role and function in ensuring that the country stays the course towards national reconciliation, strengthening governance and achieving security and stability. Before concluding, I would like to note that the Council has before it a number of important issues still to be discussed, and decisions to take, before we close the chapter for this month. In that regard, I would like to take this opportunity to stress how vital it is for the Council to be united in addressing the plight of the victims of conflict, terrorism and other challenges to international peace and security around the world.”
2016-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7633 (2016) · source
“Since yesterday, a five-member high-level African Union delegation has been in consultations with the Government and other partners and stakeholders in the country. In the light of such sustained attention and offers of engagement and support from a wide range of international actors, we would urge all Burundian stakeholders to seize the opportunity and engage constructively with all partners with a view to creating the necessary conditions for dialogue and for the return to peace, security and stability. Very briefly, on Guinea-Bissau, Malaysia is pleased that the mandate of the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Guinea-Bissau has been extended.”
2016-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7633 (2016) · source
“We believe that such an initiative, aimed at contributing to the peaceful settlement of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, is long overdue. Later this afternoon, we will continue to respond to the situation in Syria. It is my delegation's fervent hope that this time the cessation of hostilities will be adhered to by all the parties to the conflict, and allow for some meaningful respite from the fighting. We reiterate the call on all the parties to engage constructively in the United Nations-led dialogue and consultations with a View to achieving a positive outcome, especially for the Syrian civilians, women and children who have borne the brunt of the hostilities. The Council undertook a visit to Burundi last month, and a few days ago the Secretary- General was in the country.”
2016-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7633 (2016) · source
“We reaffirm our full support to the Special Representative of the Secretary- General for Yemen, Mr. Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed, and his efforts. We also urge the parties in conflict to put aside their differences in order to achieve a new ceasefire. Prolonged conflict will only exacerbate the already dire humanitarian situation. Indeed, the consequences of the security and political vacuum have been exploited by the terrorist groups. In addition to the monthly discussions on the situation in Palestine, the Council benefited from additional discussions, specifically on international protection for the Palestinian people and on the situation of children in the occupied Palestinian territories. In that regard, my delegation welcomes and supports the initiative undertaken by France to revive the Middle East process.”
2016-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7633 (2016) · source
“The Council and the wider membership remain seized of numerous challenges and threats to international peace and security. Throughout this month, we discussed the work ofa number of subsidiary bodies, namely, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1718 (2006); the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolutions 751 (1992) and 1907 (2009), concerning Somalia and Eritrea; the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1591 (2005), concerning the Sudan; the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2206 (2015), concerning South Sudan; and the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2140 (2014). My delegation welcomes the adoptions of resolution 2266 (2016), on Yemen sanctions.”
2016-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7633 (2016) · source
“We continue to believe that the strength of the architecture is anchored in the Peacebuilding Commission and its advocacy and convening role, as well as in its proven capacity to act relatively quickly and flexibly. Those are important features that must be preserved and strengthened in the review's outcome. 1 also appreciate your efforts, Sir, in organizing informal discussions on the issue of the selection of the Secretary-General. In that regard, I note and welcome the President of the General Assembly's proactive initiative of organizing hearings for the aspiring candidates beginning in mid-April. We are of the view that the Council should support such initiatives, and also contribute to making the process more transparent and inclusive.”
2016-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7633 (2016) · source
“On that note, we appreciate Venezuela's initiative to convene a debate (see S/PV.7620) on working methods with a focus on the work of the sanctions committees. We believe that the outcome of the debate in note S/2016/170, adopted by the Council under your leadership, lays down important guidelines that will improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Council's subsidiary bodies. In addition, the open debate (see S/PV.7621) on respect for the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations was an important opportunity for the Council and the wider membership to take stock of our collective performance, in particular in the maintenance of international peace and security. We are also pleased to have participated in the open debate (see S/PV.7629) last Tuesday on the review of the peacebuilding architecture.”
2016-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7633 (2016) · source
“At the outset, I wish to express our utmost appreciation to Venezuela for organizing this wrap-up session. Malaysia continues to believe that such meetings provide an important platform for delegations to place on record their impressions and reflections on the Security Council's work. I join previous speakers, Mr. President, in congratulating you and the entire Venezuelan delegation for guiding the Council through what has proved to be an extremely intense and productive month of February. Under your presidency, the Council has covered a broad range of issues and questions concerning specific situations in countries and regions, as well as thematic issues. The summing up of your presidency clearly captured how skilfully you have steered the Council to address those issues.”
2016-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7633 (2016) · source
“The review of the peacebuilding architecture must position the PBC so that it is better able to leverage its strengths in advocacy and in promoting and sustaining peace, not only in post-conflict scenarios but also in a preventive capacity. As such we are hopeful that the review outcome will be adopted in a timely manner with a view to enhancing the PBC's work, including in its relations with the Council.”
2016-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7629 (2016) · source
“Certain proposals on reinforcing the Commission's advisory role to the Security Council, including by increasing formal and informal dialogue, closer engagement with penholders and greater coordination and planning of all activities, including meetings and field visits with the Security Council presidency, can ensure that the Council integrates important peacebuilding objectives in its deliberations. In our view, that requires only procedural tweaks. In conclusion, Malaysia believes that the present review process affords us a crucial opportunity to improve the mandate and function of the PBC, which is a unique entity with enormous potential.”
2016-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7629 (2016) · source
“In recognizing the woeful state of funding for peacebuilding initiatives, Malaysia reaffirms its support for the recommendation of the Advisory Group of Experts that l per cent of total contributions to the United Nations peacekeeping operations and special political missions budgets be allocated to the Peacebuilding Fund, not only as a symbolic gesture but also as seed funding towards ensuring predictable and sustainable funding for future peacebuilding efforts and activities. With a view to delivering as one, it is equally important that the relationship between the Commission and the Security Council be strengthened.”
2016-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7629 (2016) · source
“We also call for enhanced coordination and concerted efforts by United Nations agencies to address fragmentation and avoid working in silos, as reflected in the various reports of the Advisory Group of Experts on the Review of the Peacebuilding Architecture, the Peacebuilding Commission and resolution 1325 (2000). We furthermore believe that there is room in the review process for recommendations to enhance the PBC's engagement and collaboration with regional organizations and actors, as well as with international financial institutions, including through more effective partnerships with such actors. In that regard, the conclusions emanating from the Commission's meeting on transition finance and peacebuilding in Somalia on 2 November 2015 could prove instructive.”
2016-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7629 (2016) · source
“In that context, my delegation wishes to underscore the linkages and the need for peacebuilding architecture review outcomes to be aligned with the goals of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (General Assembly resolution 70/1). The eradication of hunger and poverty, economic revitalizaton and stabilization, including by increasing the revenue-generating capacity of countries in transition, must be counted among the core objectives of peacebuilding initiatives. At the same time, we also support proposals to strengthen the participation of women and youth in peacebuilding. Therefore, overall peacebuilding efforts should incorporate inclusive approaches and policies involving all stakeholders of conflict-affected countries.”
2016-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7629 (2016) · source
“The concurrent reviews of the peacebuilding architecture, of United Nations peace operations and of resolution 1325 (2000) present an opportunity to address the challenge of possible fragmentation as well as to promote better synergy, coordination and complementarity in the work of the relevant bodies, agencies and mechanisms of the United Nations towards achieving the core objective of promoting and sustaining peace. The three review processes share an underlying aspect, namely, the pursuit of an integrated approach that links development, human rights and security while remaining fully mindful of the primacy of politics in peacebuilding efforts and the peace process.”
2016-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7629 (2016) · source
“Such engagement indicates that the PBC possesses the latent ability to act in a preventive capacity. It is important that the ongoing review exercise recognize this potential and consider the necessary measures to maintain or strengthen it further. We fully agree withe Ambassador Kamau's observations that in the long run investments in preventing the outbreak, escalation, continuation and recurrence of conflict are considerably less costly and sustainable than those associated with reacting and responding to crises. In the long term, strengthening the PBC's preventive capacity and role also contributes to deepening a culture of prevention within the United Nations system and on the shared Charter-mandated responsibility of sustaining peace.”
2016-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7629 (2016) · source
“I take this opportunity to express support for Angola and Australia in leading the ongoing intergovernmental negotiations on the review outcome. We are confident that the comprehensive, transparent and inclusive approach of the co-Chairs will yield an outcome that enjoys broad support and consensus among all Member States, partners and stakeholders. The year 2015 saw a significant and positive shift in the PBC's approach, particularly with regard to its advocacy role. The Commission's engagement with States not on its formal agenda, namely, Burkina Faso, Papua New Guinea and Somalia, demonstrated that the PBC has the flexibility to engage outside a predetermined scope. It is noteworthy that the Commission was early able to adopt a regional approach in supporting United Nations efforts to respond to the Ebola outbreak in West Africa.”
2016-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7629 (2016) · source
“I join earlier speakers in thanking you, Mr. President, for having convened this meeting, which represents a timely opportunity to take stock of the ongoing work on reviewing the peacebuilding architecture. I thank you also for the informative concept note (S/2016/104, annex). I wish also to thank the briefers, namely, ambassador Kamau of Kenya, Ambassador Skoog of Sweden and Ambassador Rosenthal for their respective presentations. As a current member of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC), Malaysia subscribes to a number of points and issues elaborated by the briefers. I wish also to further contribute to discussions with the following points. As stressed by the briefers, 2015 and 2016 are crucial for the peacebuilding agenda, not least in respect of the ongoing peacebuilding architecture review process.”
2016-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7629 (2016) · source
“In conclusion, I wish to reaffirm my delegation's commitment to working closely with the 751/1907 Committee and its Chair, the Somalia and Eritrea Monitoring Group, all Council members, partners and stakeholders in contributing to our collective effort in assisting Somalia, in the maintenance of peace and security and in securing stability in the Horn of Africa and beyond.”
2016-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7626 (2016) · source