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first: 2002-03-11
most recent: 2021-06-23
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“It would have not been possible for the ICTR and ICTY to fulfil their mandates without the fullest cooperation of the respective States. We encourage the concerned States to continue their cooperation so as to enable the Tribunals and Mechanism to fulfil their respective mandates. While it would have been ideal for the Tribunals to fulfil their respective mandates expeditiously and without delays, we are of the View that our eagerness to pursue justice should not come at the expense of due process or the rule of law. We need to continue sending a strong and unequivocal message that impunity will not be tolerated or go unpunished. Malaysia remains resolute in its position that the perpetrators of such crimes must and will be brought to justice to account for their crimes.”
2015-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7574 (2015) · source
“We cannot in good conscience ignore or refuse to assist the Tribunal in overcoming those challenges as it approaches the last stretch in completing its mandate. As the closure of the ICTR approaches, we agree that it is important to preserve its legacy in the form of judgements, testimonies and other records related to upholding the rule of law and the delivery of justice regarding one of the darkest periods of modern history. The preservation of those records would provide a basis for future international tribunals and serve as a reminder to humankind ofthe importance of combating impunity. We further wish to acknowledge the cooperation of the States concerned and the regional States for their cooperation with the Tribunals.”
2015-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7574 (2015) · source
“We give due recognition to and commend Judge Joensen for his effective and successful stewardship of the ICTR, leading to its closure by the end of this year and transition the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals, pursuant to resolution 1966 (2010). However, we understand that the ICTY is faced with several challenges, in particular as regards staff attrition, which has reached a critical level, and also the request for extension of the terms of service for its Judges, necessitated by delays in proceedings. We believe that the delays are due to factors beyond the Tribunal's control, such as resignations and the health condition of the accused. We therefore believe that those challenges are not insurmountable. We will continue to give the necessary support to the ICTY in overcoming those challenges.”
2015-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7574 (2015) · source
“The reports and briefings have provided invaluable insight into the progress made by the Tribunals and the Mechanism, as mandated by the Council. We value the work of the Tribunals and the Mechanism in upholding the rule oflaw and dispensing justice for the heinous crimes committed in the former Yugoslavia and Rwanda. In that regard, we are highly encouraged by the commitment, integrity and high standards of professionalism shown by the judges and the staff of the Tribunals in their work, consistent with the fundamental principles of due process and fairness. We are also very encouraged that the Tribunals are on track towards meeting their respective completion dates - the ICTR by the end of this year and the ICTY by the end of 2017.”
2015-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7574 (2015) · source
“I wish to express my appreciation to the briefers - Judge Vagn Joensen, President of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR); Judge Carmel Agius, President of the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY); Judge Theodor Meron, President of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals; Mr. Serge Brammertz, Prosecutor of the ICTY; and Mr. Hassan Bubacar Jallow, Prosecutor of the ICTR - for their statements. We wish to take this opportunity to congratulate Judge Carmel Agius on his recent appointment as President ofthe ICTY. We are confident that Judge Agius will continue the excellent work of his predecessor, Judge Theodor Meron, in providing leadership to the Tribunal in fulfilling its mandate.”
2015-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7574 (2015) · source
“In conclusion, while we recognize that ensuring coordinated action on the part of and between United Nations agencies and partners has always been a key challenge, we believe that it is critical as a first step in ensuring coherence within currently ongoing review processes. As members of the United Nations, we should all seize the opportunity to address this systemic problem so as to enable the United Nations to deliver better and as one.”
2015-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7561 (2015) · source
“Among the core messages of the report of the Advisory Group of Experts on the peacebuilding architecture review (see S/2015/490) is that a focus on sustaining peace should be a common element throughout all activities covered under the three pillars of the United Nations - peace and security, development and human rights. In regard to how the Council can play its part by further breaking down silos and addressing fragmentation at the intergovernmental level, we are of the view that the recommendations of the report, especially in paragraphs 132 to 135 and paragraphs 160, 169, 179, 187, 189 and 190, among others, merit serious attention.”
2015-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7561 (2015) · source
“As such, its role must be reinforced so that its potential for assisting countries in transitions and in emerging from conflict can be maximized. At the same time, the importance of coherence and coordination with other actors and partners cannot be overstated. In our view, by connecting more frequently and substantively with partners such as the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund, the Food and Agriculture Organization and other relevant agencies, the Council could better examine and analyse specific scenarios and situations. Horizon scanning could prove useful and would be worth revisiting as soon as possible.”
2015-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7561 (2015) · source
“In our View, the discussions initiated by Slovakia and South Africa under the auspices of the Group of Friends of Security Sector Reform, particularly their latest round, held on 2 October, as noted in document S/2015/868, have yielded interesting and relevant proposals on how considerations of the security and development nexus could be practically integrated into current frameworks and structures. In terms of policy and coordination, the Council should be at the forefront in creating conditions that can enable the PBC to fulfil its mandated tasks, including by working in a coherent manner alongside the General Assembly and the Economic and Social Council. The PBC is the bridge linking security and development at the structural and institutional level.”
2015-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7561 (2015) · source
“A possible opportunity to be explored would be the integration of development considerations into peacekeeping or political missions from the outset. That ties into the vision of holistic missions, with clear time frames. for stabilization activities alongside peacebuilding activities, including to strengthen the rule of law and security institutions, among others. However, that does not imply that such activities should or do happen in a linear or sequential manner. I should rather emphasize that at the point of going in, we should be clear that the United Nations cannot be in a country indefinitely.”
2015-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7561 (2015) · source
“To counter that dire prognosis, we firmly support urgent improvements to make prevention capacities more effective at all levels, especially at the United Nations. In that connection, our discussion today affords a timely opportunity to take stock and further discuss possible measures to improve the Council's effectiveness in maintaining international peace and security. At the same time, the ongoing review processes of United Nations peace operations, peacebuilding architecture and women and peace and security could also benefit from the outcomes of this discussion. This Council has an important role to play in security and development in the context of nation-building and the maintenance of international peace and security, which are two sides of the same coin.”
2015-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7561 (2015) · source
“I wish to make additional points focusing on three issues, namely: timing and process issues; the security and development nexus; and, in the context of the response by the United Nations, breaking down silos and addressing fragmentations. My focus will be more on the structural or systemic aspects rather than the substantive issues, with a view to highlighting areas to which the Council should give more attention. If one takes an expansive view of lessons learned from the conflicts today, it is not inconceivable that in the medium to long term, new or increased pressures and stresses on institutions and society at different levels will continue to be the main drivers of conflict in various situations and scenarios around the world.”
2015-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7561 (2015) · source
“Madam President, I thank you for convening and for presiding over this debate, to which we all attach importance. We believe that the debate today on the interlinkages between security, development and the root causes of conflict is apt and timely. I wish to also express my appreciation to Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, to Ambassador Olaf Skoog, Permanent Representative of Sweden and Chair of the United Nations Peacebuilding Commission (PBC), and to Ms. Bouchamaoui, the Nobel Peace Prize laureate 2015, for their compelling briefings. As a member of the PBC, my delegation fully endorses the statement delivered by Ambassador Skoog.”
2015-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7561 (2015) · source
“In the face of such misery and desperation, we are heartened by the steadfast commitment of the various United Nations agencies and partners in providing much-needed humanitarian aid and support to the civilian population in Syria, and we commend their efforts. In this regard, we deeply regret the fact that cross-line access continues to face security and administrative obstacles. We are further concerned that access to populations in hard-to-reach and besieged areas remains critical. The Syrian Government must do more to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian assistance. On our part, my Government is currently taking steps to honour its commitment to take in 3,000 Syrian refugees. We call on the international community to do as much as possible to help the Syrian people in their time of need.”
2015-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7560 (2015) · source
“The recruitment and use of children is becoming increasingly commonplace. Reports that children are being used for forced labour, as sex slaves and even as human shields are deeply disturbing. The siege-and- starve strategy, aimed at ensuring the submission and surrender of whole populations, adds a further disconcerting dimension to the Syrian conflict. It is appalling that in the twenty-first century such a method has been employed as a strategy of war by the parties to the conflict. The fact that even schools and hospitals have been deliberately targeted is a reflection of the absolute disrespect, disregard and contempt that the parties to the conflict have for the values of humanity.”
2015-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7560 (2015) · source
“We would remind all parties to the conflict of their obligations to adhere to and respect international humanitarian law and international human rights law. The Syrian conflict also continues to be characterized by indiscriminate attacks and the deliberate targeting of civilians and civilian infrastructure. The use of barrel bombs and toxic chemicals by the parties to the conflict is particularly abhorrent. Malaysia remains deeply concerned by continued reports of acts of sexual violence against women, girls and children committed by parties to the conflict. Women and girls not only face rape and sexual abuse; they are also sold as sex slaves and forced into marriage to foreign fighters. It is disgraceful that children are stripped of their innocence and deprived of protection.”
2015-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7560 (2015) · source
“My delegation stands ready to engage and looks forward to substantive deliberations by the Council on this matter. Inasmuch as political will played a large part in securing agreement in Vienna, we remain deeply concerned by the astounding toll taken by the Syrian conflict to date: more than 250,000 people dead, over 1 million injured, more than 7.6 million displaced and roughly 13.5 million in need ofhumanitarian assistance, including more than 5.6 million children. Average life expectancy has been shortened by almost 13 years. School attendance is at less than 50 per cent, and three out of four Syrians now live in poverty. The parties to the conflict remain indifferent to the pain and suffering inflicted on the Syrian people. Acts of impunity continue unabated.”
2015-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7560 (2015) · source
“Madam President, I thank you for having convened this important meeting and for presiding over it. Like earlier speakers, I wish to convey our deepest condolences to the delegation and the people of France in connection with the appalling and repulsive terrorist attacks that took place in Paris last Friday. We stand in solidarity with France in this time of grief. In the same sentiment, our condolences are also extended to Lebanon, Tunisia and Egypt. Ithank Mr. O'Brien, Ms. Bangura and Ms. Zerrougui for their respective contributions to this meeting, all of which have underscored the desperate situation and the need for urgent action in Syria. Alongside other Council members, Malaysia is following the outcome of the most recent talks in Vienna, and we note the announced road map towards a peaceful settlement of the conflict in Syria.”
2015-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7560 (2015) · source
“Gregory Hinds, as the Mission is currently in drawdown mode, how has that affected, if at all, the tasks related to transferring responsibility to Liberian security institutions? If it has affected them, I request him to elaborate on the specific challenges faced and possible solutions to address them. I also ask him to elaborate on the experiences of UNMIL's police component in implementing the protection-of-civilians mandate, including by its family protection unit. I ask the other Police and Deputy Police Commissioners to elaborate on how the use of technology such as social media and telecommunications equipment has, or has not, helped in discharging their respective mandates, in particular with regard to the rule of law and institution-strengthening activities.”
2015-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7558 (2015) · source
“We agree with the view that the current ongoing review processes of United Nations peace operations, the United Nations peacebuilding architecture and the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000), on women and peace and security, present opportunities for effecting improvements to the operational capabilities and capacities of United Nations police and for better clarifying its role and functions, among other things. To that end, Malaysia looks forward to working with all interested partners and stakeholders. We also see much scope for enhancing interactions and consultations between the Council and the troop- and police-contributing countries. In support of your call, Mr. President, to keep this briefing meeting interactive and lively, I conclude at this juncture with three questions for the briefers. For Mr.”
2015-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7558 (2015) · source
“In that context, Malaysia fully supports the efforts of United Nations police to enhance the accountability of national security forces as a means to further strengthen the rule of law. Once local police are empowered and the security sector is reformed over time, the United Nations can hand over the business of the maintenance of law and order to the Governments concerned. Malaysia recently pledged additional contributions to United Nations police. Specifically, it will contribute 280 officers and personnel from the Royal Malaysia Police to be deployed as two teams of FPUs, as well as 100 police officers and personnel to be deployed as individual police officers. Malaysia is currently working to deploy those officers as soon as possible.”
2015-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7558 (2015) · source
“One ofthe most significant policy shifts concerning the scope and role of United Nations police operations relates to the protection of civilians, with increased emphasis on both the protection of women and girls, including protection from sexual and gender-based violence, and the protection of children in armed conflict - mandates that we welcome and strongly support. In that regard, we also support the call by earlier speakers for the deployment of more women police personnel on the ground. Through individual police officers and formed police units (FPUs), United Nations police have a niche role, including through training and capacity-building, and in particular in assisting national authorities to uphold their primary responsibility for protecting civilians.”
2015-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7558 (2015) · source
“I wish to begin by reaffirming Malaysia's support for resolution 2185 (2014), which paved the way for the Council's closer engagement with the men and women serving in the police components of United Nations peace operations, including through meetings such as these. We strongly support the convening of similar meetings in the future and hope that the discussion and outcome of this meeting will contribute to the Secretary-General's report requested in paragraph 33 of resolution 2185 (2014). I wish to pay tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of United Nations police personnel in the field and to their commitment in discharging the mandates and responsibilities with which they have been entrusted by the United Nations in pursuit of lasting peace, security and stability in their respective theatres of operations.”
2015-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7558 (2015) · source
“Ijoin earlier speakers in thanking the Under- Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, Mr. Herve' Ladsous, and the Deputy Police Commissioner of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan, the Police Commissioner of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Police Commissioner of the United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) for their respective briefings, which we have listened to very carefully. In line with its strong commitment to United Nations peacekeeping, Malaysia has contributed personnel to all three Missions.”
2015-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7558 (2015) · source
“We urge all peoples to create a common space to continue building Bosnia and Herzegovina for a better future. That should be achieved by exercising collective responsibility and intensifying efforts towards national reconciliation and socioeconomic reforms to ensure peace and stability in the long-term interests of the country and the region.”
2015-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7555 (2015) · source
“In that regard, we welcome the country's movement towards that aim, especially the entry into force of the Stabilization and Association Agreement with the European Union in June. In conclusion, Malaysia reaffirms its commitment to the independence, sovereignty, national unity and territorial integrity of Bosnia and Herzegovina, in line with the Dayton Peace Agreement and previous Security Council resolutions. We reiterate our unwavering commitment to contributing to the country's nation-building, reconciliation and economic progress. Malaysia has long supported Bosnia and Herzegovina in its reconstruction efforts and will continue to do so, especially in the areas of trade, investment and education, as well as through technical and defence cooperation programmes.”
2015-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7555 (2015) · source
“Malaysia underlines the need for the Government of Bosnia and Herzegovina to remain steadfast in its reform agenda, particularly with regard to addressing unemployment, fighting corruption and strengthening the rule of law. After the collapse of the governing coalition in May, we hope to see political stability return to the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Despite the political uncertainties in the entity, we commend the Federation authority for adopting the new labour law under its reform agenda. Malaysia also takes note of the priority accorded by the Government of Bosnia and Herzegovina to European integration as a cornerstone of its foreign policy with a view to achieving peace, stability and progress.”
2015-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7555 (2015) · source
“We reiterate the need to fully implement the "5+2" agenda as a condition for the closure ofthe Office ofthe High Representative. Until then, Malaysia reaffirms its strong support for the Office of the High Representative, as laid down in the Dayton Peace Agreement and upheld in various Council resolutions. Verbal attacks and personal insults against the High Representative and the staff of his Office are unacceptable and must immediately cease. Malaysia takes note of the positive developments in Bosnia and Herzegovina during the reporting period. We welcome the increase in exports, foreign trade and growth projections for 2015, as well as the country's improvement in credit and business ratings. We also look forward to the country's upcoming membership in the World Trade Organization, which will further boost foreign trade and investment.”
2015-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7555 (2015) · source
“Earlier today, the Council unanimously voted on resolution 2247 (2015), renewing the mandate of the European-led multinational stabilization force for another year. Malaysia welcomes the renewal of the authorization of the European Union-led peacekeeping force Operation Althea operation and the unity shown once again by the Council on the matter. However, we regret the fact that several key elements of the previous resolutions have been removed or watered down in resolution 2247 (2015). In particular, Malaysia views it more important now than ever for the Council to reaffirm its commitment to the Dayton Peace Agreement and its support for the Office of the High Representative, in View of the worrying developments on the ground.”
2015-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7555 (2015) · source
“As we may recall from previous reports of the High Representative, the secessionist and nationalistic rhetoric of Republika Srpska politicians is not new and has been on the rise over in the past few years. However, the recent decisions adopted by the Republika Srpska authorities have effectively taken the matter to a disturbing new level, constitute the gravest violations of the Dayton Peace Agreement to date, and raise serious doubts about the future of the region. We strongly urge Republika Srpska authorities to respect the country's Constitution, various Security Council resolutions and the Dayton Peace Agreement, cease in proceeding with the referendum on 15 November, and renounce their divisive politics and secessionist agenda so as to avoid the further destabilization of the region.”
2015-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7555 (2015) · source
“In another alarming development, last July the Republika Srpska National Assembly decided to hold a referendum, scheduled for this coming weekend, with the aim of challenging the authority of the Office of the High Representative, the rule oflaw and thejudiciary ofBosnia and Herzegovina. Such a decision is contrary to the country's Constitution and the Dayton Peace Agreement. In addition, during the reporting period the President of the Republika Srpska continued to make irresponsible statements denying genocide in Srebrenica, in spite of the decisions of the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia.”
2015-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7555 (2015) · source
“Since then, Bosnia and Herzegovina has made considerable progress, reflecting the achievements of peacebuilding by the United Nations, in partnership with regional organizations. The international community has invested a great deal in rebuilding the country. Unfortunately, 20 years later, the progress made by Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as the Balkans region, seems far from irreversible. Malaysia is deeply concerned about the direct challenges posed by the Republika Srpska to the Dayton Peace Agreement, in clear violation of its international commitments. Last April, the President of the Republika Srpska declared that his political party would call for a referendum to secede from Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2018 if the party's demands, as they relate to the redistributing ofcompetencies among levels of Governments, were not met.”
2015-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7555 (2015) · source
“I would like to thank High Representative Valentin Inzko for his briefing and for his comprehensive reports to the Council, including the special report of4 September. Listening to his latest update on the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina, I cannot help but feel that despite the voluminous work and publications on the horrors of war, the lessons of war and human tragedies appear to have been ignored. Twenty years ago this month, the conflicting parties in the Balkans war signed the Dayton Peace Agreement. The agreement was brokered and guaranteed by key members of the international community, endorsed by the Council and subsequently upheld by various Security Council resolutions. The Peace Agreement ended a devastating war that saw a level of genocide and ethnic cleansing in Europe unprecedented since the Second World War.”
2015-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7555 (2015) · source
“We cannot deny that the continuing and unjust occupation of Palestine is a powerful rallying point worldwide that further fuels radicalism and extremism due to the obstruction of peaceful legal and diplomatic means of resistance. Malaysia stresses the need for the Council to act urgently in the light of the deteriorating situation on the ground, address the root causes of the conflict and finally put an end to the longest occupation in modern history. If we continue to turn a blind eye to the problem, there is no doubt that we will pay a much higher price in the future, which will not be in the long-term interest of Palestine, Israel and the world.”
2015-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7536 (2015) · source
“Delays in addressing the root causes of the conflict attributed to looming elections, ineffectual Quartet meetings and half-hearted bilateral initiatives begin to appear as facades to prolong the occupation and to deny justice, dignity and freedom to the Palestinian people. Meanwhile, illegal Israeli settlements continue to expand, giving rise to questions about the sincerity of Israel's commitment to the two-State solution. In the first half of this year alone, the number of settler homes built in the West Bank increased by 54.8 per cent compared to the same period last year. Against the backdrop of decades of impunity, illegal Israeli policies and practices and systematic dehumanization of Palestinians, we are seeing an unacceptable increase in terrorist attacks by extremist Israeli settlers.”
2015-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7536 (2015) · source
“In noting the statement made by the Permanent Representative of the Russian Federation on the reinvigorated role of the Quartet and its expanded format, we underscore the importance of its engagement within the Council. In calling for United Nations protection to address the current crisis, we must not lose sight of the long- term need for a final and comprehensive solution to the conflict. Seventy years after the failure to grant self- determination to the Palestinian people, the international community has lost any pretext for a legitimate excuse to further perpetuate the Israeli occupation.”
2015-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7536 (2015) · source
“The call for United Nations protection, in line with international humanitarian law, particularly the Geneva Conventions, would ensure accountability for all parties to the conflict and enforce or monitor adherence to international law, international human rights law and various General Assembly and Security Council resolutions, so as to maintain peace and security in the occupied territory. Such protection has numerous precedents in United Nations history, including in Kosovo, East Timor, Lebanon, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and even in Palestine itself. The Council must not delay discussions on the proposal, and Malaysia looks forward to working closely with the Secretary-General and other Council members in this regard.”
2015-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7536 (2015) · source
“Each time a cycle of violence erupts, countless innocent people, including women and children, are tragically killed, injured or traumatized, and the international community, particularly the Security Council, shares the blame for having allowed the situation to persist with impunity. Enough is enough. In shouldering its Charter responsibility to maintain international peace and security, Malaysia wishes to unequivocally demand United Nations or international protection for the occupied Palestinian territory. Such United Nations protection would prevent the continuing massacres and gross violations of human rights in occupied Palestinian territory. It would also benefit the Israelis by addressing their security concerns.”
2015-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7536 (2015) · source
“We do not see reports of the arbitrary killings and the illegal targeting of children and women by the Israeli forces and the settlers. We do not read about the daily humiliations and mistreatment suffered by the Palestinians at the hands of the occupying force. We do not even hear the words "occupation" or "self- determination" mentioned anywhere in the mainstream media to provide the proper context, and we do not apply the same standard of human rights in Palestine and Israel as we preach elsewhere globally. Is it really surprising, then, that the subjugated and oppressed choose to fight the illegal occupier for the legitimate right to freedom and self-determination, since for far too long, all other legal, economic, political, diplomatic and media channels have been systematically and exhaustively blocked?”
2015-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7536 (2015) · source
“In the General Assembly, the Special Committee to Investigate Israeli Practices Affecting the Human Rights of the Palestinian People and Other Arabs of the Occupied Territories, as well as the Committee on the Exercise of the Inalienable Rights of the Palestinian People, have diligently reported on the various atrocities and grave violations of human rights committed by the occupying Power year after year for decades, without any effective measures being taken to address that grave injustice. This has further emboldened the occupying Power to conduct itself with greater impunity and more repressive policies. In the mainstream media, we see only a ludicrously one-sided, hugely distorted narrative to explain the current situation: that of Palestinian terrorists trying to kill and injure as many peace-loving Israelis as possible.”
2015-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7536 (2015) · source
“It should come as no surprise that this unresolved situation has culminated in the current outbreak of violence and the resulting death and destruction. Time and again, the Council has been warned about the ticking time bomb in occupied Palestine, and the Palestinian people are growing increasingly desperate at being dehumanized and suffering often-daily humiliations, oppression and mistreatment under the longest occupation in modern history. Yet time and again, the Council has done nothing.”
2015-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7536 (2015) · source
“I wish to thank you, Mr. President, for having convened this urgent and important meeting. I also thank Assistant Secretary- General Zerihoun for his briefing. Malaysia is gravely concerned at the provocations and escalating violence in and around the holy sites of the Old City of Jerusalem. We condemn in the strongest terms any and all attempts to alter the character and status of the Holy City of Jerusalem. Such sinister attempts are in blatant violation of numerous Security Council and General Assembly resolutions. We strongly condemn all such acts of provocation, incitement and violence at the holy sites by all sides, which only fuel tensions and exacerbate the deteriorating security situation on the ground. We strongly urge all parties to exercise restraint and uphold respect for the sanctity of the holy sites.”
2015-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7536 (2015) · source
“Resolution 2242 (2015) marks an important milestone in the advancement of the women and peace and security agenda. It signifies the commitment of the Security Council to strengthen the integration of women and peace and security concerns across its body of work through innovative approaches and enhanced information sharing. I thank the delegations of Spain and the United Kingdom for leading this important initiative, while emphasizing the necessity to build trust and inclusive cooperation within the Council in support of this agenda. Our task for the next 15 years is to ensure that every woman can succeed, especially women and girls in conflict and post-conflict situations, and not only stand in the shadows of men. In that regard, I assure you, Mr.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“In order to further the women and peace and security agenda, I am pleased to announce that Malaysia commits to continuing capacity-building training for peacekeepers, including on the protection of civilians, gender and cultural diversity, through the Malaysian Peacekeeping Centre. With regard to post-conflict peacekeeping, Malaysia is presently undertaking efforts to offer relevant technical assistance and cooperation to women from countries in transition and that are newly emerging from conflict, under the auspices of the Malaysian technical cooperation programme. These commitments will be reviewed from time to time and will be adjusted accordingly, taking into account the relevant needs and requirements of both recipients and donors.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“We commend the Secretary-General for his renewed initiatives to promote greater representation of women in United Nations senior leadership, mediation teams and peacekeeping missions, as well as to promote better coordination among United Nations entities in mainstreaming the issue of women and peace and security. In implementing this agenda in the immediate and short term, Malaysia intends to focus on capacity- building in the areas of protection and conflict prevention. United Nations Blue Helmets undertake a crucial aspect of protection efforts in conflict and post-conflict situations. We also fully support the implementation of mandatory predeployment training for peacekeepers on preventing sexual violence, exploitation and abuse.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“Radhika Coomaraswamy, members of the high-level advisory grooup and UN-Women for their work on the global study on the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000). We believe that the research and recommendations therein merit full examination and consideration by Member States, the United Nations and all the relevant stakeholders. We must acknowledge our collective ownership over the women and peace and security agenda in order to realize the full implementation of resolution 1325 (2000). Every stakeholder * Member States, the United Nations, regional organizations, civil society and the individual - can play a role.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“Fifteen years and seven resolutions later, our belief in the integral role of women in ending and preventing conflict remains unchanged. However, results on the ground leave much to be desired. In commemorating the fifteenth anniversary of the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000), this meeting presents a golden opportunity to make tangible progress in ensuring the protection, participation, representation and empowerment of women and girls in situations of conflict. In addition, the convergence of the three high- level reviews on women and peace and security, peace operations and peacebuilding provides rich sources for our continued discussion and action. We take this opportunity to thank the lead author, Ms.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“I thank you, Sir, for convening and presiding over today's momentous open debate and for Spain's leadership in the women and peace and security agenda. My delegation wishes to thank Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for his remarks, and Ms. Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, Executive Director of UN-Women for her in-depth and insightful briefing. The voices of civil society are intrinsic to the women and peace and security agenda, and I therefore warmly recognize Ms. Julienne Lusenge, Ms. Yanar Mohammed and Ms. Alaa Murabit for sharing their experiences and views. Malaysia associates itself with the statement to be made by the representative of Viet Nam on behalf of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. The adoption ofresolution 1325 (2000) sparked a sea of change in the way we viewed women's involvement in pursuit of peace and security.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“In this regard, Malaysia renews its commitment to work alongside other Council members, as well as with other partners and stakeholders in seeking to find peaceful solutions to various conflicts in the Middle East and North African region and beyond in our collective effort to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war.”
2015-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7531 (2015) · source
“The challenge posed by the network of people smugglers and human traffickers is not confined to only the Mediterranean. South-East Asia is also not immune to such challenge. The implementation of these resolutions provides many countries facing similar troubling developments an opportunity to draw on the European Union's experiences and approaches with a view to addressing similar threats and challenges within their regional contexts. Having said that, while the present text may address immediate concerns on the situations of migrants in the Mediterranean, we are under no illusions that the root causes, particularly the situations of conflict and violence that have led them into such desperation, must be addressed without delay.”
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