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first: 2002-03-11
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“At a time when political tensions appear to be increasing, and against the backdrop of increasing intensity and frequency of complex attacks and operations by Al-Sabaab, particularly against civilians and civilian targets, the 20 per cent reduction of AMISOM. troop allowances raises concerns. In that regard, we welcome the AU-United Nations Joint Task Force agreement to address the funding issue. In conclusion, I take this opportunity to pay tribute to the tireless dedication and sacrifices made by all security sector actors in Somalia, particularly the brave men and women of the Somalia national security forces, AMISOM, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) and the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS).”
2016-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7674 (2016) · source
“Malaysia fully supports the early roll-out and implementation of stabilizing efforts in areas newly liberated from Al-Shabaab, including through quick- impact projects. Such initiatives will help to promote local economies and form an important component of the overall efforts of the Federal Government to win the hearts and minds of local communities. In line with the commitments made at the AMISOM. troop- and police-contributors summit, all the parties concerned should strengthen command and control for better coordination, particularly with a View to degrade and eradicate the threat posed by Al-Shabaab.”
2016-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7674 (2016) · source
“All those elements threaten to exacerbate the already precarious situation. A11 regional and international actors and donors should step in to provide assistance to the 5 million Somalis in dire need, which include approximately 300,000 children. Unimpeded access to humanitarian assistance must be secured from all stakeholders in the country. On the security front, Malaysiajoins other Council members in welcoming the ongoing efforts aimed at strengthening Somalia's security sector and institutions, including the recently held African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) troop- and police-contributing country summit held in Djibouti and the African Union-United Nations Joint Task Force consultative meetings held in late February and late March, respectively.”
2016-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7674 (2016) · source
“In addition, the recently concluded thirteenth Extraordinary Summit of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), held in Istanbul last week, also welcomed the transformation of the OIC Humanitarian Coordination Office in Somalia into a development office, reflecting the positive developments on the ground since 2011, when the OIC Office was first established. While noting the significant progress Somalia has made in pursuing its development goals, the humanitarian situation in the country continues to be of concern. That includes chronic food insecurity, malnutrition, poor access to water, sanitation and hygiene, displacement, as well as the cyclical Violence attributed chiefly to armed violence, including by terrorist groups and through clan-based conflicts. Compounding that is the ongoing El Nifio phenomenon.”
2016-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7674 (2016) · source
“In the same vein, the Federal Government and the regional authorities should be encouraged to expedite work in constituting the upper House of the legislature and to ensure that women's voices are adequately represented, particularly of the inclusionist candidates for the upcoming elections. On the development front, Malaysia welcomes and supports the outcomes of the High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development for Somalia,heldinlstanbul in February, and commends the commitment of Federal Government to implement the outcomes.”
2016-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7674 (2016) · source
“The successful outcome and conclusions, earlier this month, at the third National Leaders Forum, and the positive momentum created should be seized by stakeholders in the Hiraan and Middle Shabelle regions to put aside their differences and work constructively with the Federal Government in order to establish a sustainable regional authority ahead of the scheduled electoral process. Although elections based on one-person/one-vote will not be possible this year, the inclusive process leading to agreement on key principles of the electoral process should pave the way for more representative elections in 2020.”
2016-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7674 (2016) · source
“To create the right enablers to drive that transformation, the Security Council and the international community must continue to remain actively engaged in Somalia, particularly in supporting the Federal and regional authorities in their efforts to restore peace and security, as well as in bringing much- needed socioeconomic development and progress to the people. On the political front, Malaysia welcomes the strong regional support and engagement with Somalia, particularly by the African Union (AU) and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD). We commend ongoing efforts by the Federal Government of Somalia and the regional states in seeking consensus on the electoral model. The IGAD facilitation has led to recent announcement, on 3 April, by Puntland authorities to assent to the 4.5 model for the 2016 transition process.”
2016-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7674 (2016) · source
“Let us hope that the Federal Government and the Federal State Governments in Somalia will stay the course for more significant progress on the political, social and economic fronts, particularly in the crucial weeks and months ahead. The year 2016 is of particular significance for Somalia. After more than two decades of brutal conflict and the prolonged erosion of fundamental democratic norms and practices, the country will undertake a major and crucial step later this year in making greater progress towards re-establishing itself as a functioning State.”
2016-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7674 (2016) · source
“Ijoin colleagues around the table in expressing my appreciation to the Chinese presidency for convening this timely and important meeting. I also thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Keating and Ambassador Tete Antonio for their insightful briefings on the latest developments in Somalia. My delegation acknowledges and welcomes the presence of His Excellency Mr. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, President of Somalia, in the Chamber this morning. President Mohamud's presence today is a testament of his deep and abiding commitment to returning Somalia to normalcy and restoring hope for a better future for Somalia's people, who have suffered far too long from conflict and deprivation. We commend the steadily improving situation in Somalia since 2012 under President Mohamud's leadership.”
2016-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7674 (2016) · source
“For seven years, the Council debated and produced nothing. For seven years, it bore witness to the many atrocities. For seven years, the Council procrastinated, with disastrous consequences. Meanwhile, during those seven years, more blood has been shed, more walls of hatred have been built, more hopes have been dashed and society has been dehumanized. We speak today to clear our conscience - doing nothing is not right. We have no quarrel with Israel, the Jewish State or its right to exist. We never have. Our prayer is for Israel to live up to the commandment to love thy neighbour, and stop the atrocities. However, we are left with no choice but to urge the Council to begin to bear witness to good tidings, to use the tools at its disposal, salvage the two-State solution and bring justice and peace to these troubled lands.”
2016-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7673 (2016) · source
“Instead, the international community chose to take effective action by increasing the political, economic and social costs, thereby opposing discriminatory and unjust policies that violated the international standard of human rights. The situation in occupied Palestine is much worse. The most burning issues that require our urgent action are the illegal settlements, the blockade of Gaza, and the need for international protection for the occupied Palestinian people, in line with international law, including the Fourth Geneva Convention. As mentioned in the latest report (A/HRC/31/73) of the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian territories occupied since 1967, a protective presence for Palestinians is needed against the effects of Israeli policies and practices related to the occupation.”
2016-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7673 (2016) · source
“The international community must act to end the illegal and inhumane blockade of Gaza, as it constitutes the main obstacle to reconstruction and a form of collective punishment that grossly violates international standards of human rights. Malaysia reiterates the need for the Council to use all tools at its disposal on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, just as in the case of Syria, Lebanon and Yemen. We must end the impunity with which Israel acts by increasing the price to maintain the status quo in occupied Palestine. The end of apartheid in South Africa did not come about through the international community merely standing by and doing nothing.”
2016-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7673 (2016) · source
“The latest construction in Bethlehem's Cremisan Valley will severely restrict the access of nearly 60 Palestinian families to their agricultural land and devastate their livelihood. Slowly but surely, the illegal settlement activities and the apartheid wall are undermining and fragmenting the contiguity and territorial integrity of Palestine, including East Jerusalem, and physically threaten the viability of and prospects for the two-State solution. On the situation in Gaza, as mentioned by the Secretary-General, we are deeply concerned about Israel's latest ban on building materials to reconstruct thousands of damaged and destroyed homes and infrastructure. Two years after Israel's military offensive in Gaza, as many as 75,000 Palestinians remain homeless.”
2016-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7673 (2016) · source
“This year, Israel continued with its settlement construction, land confiscations and forced evictions, depriving Palestinians of their property and shelter and rendering hundreds of Palestinians - including children - homeless. As reported by the Israeli non-governmental organization Peace Now, the building of illegal Israeli settlements increased by 250 per cent in the first quarter of this year, as compared to the same period last year. Over the years, Israeli authorities have taken over more than 85 per cent of the total area of the historical land of Palestine. The construction of the apartheid wall also continues unabated, against the decision of the International Court of Justice in 2004.”
2016-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7673 (2016) · source
“And the Israeli soldier who pulled the trigger would not have received the support of over half of Israelis, as recorded by an opinion poll. That incident reflects the culmination of a long- standing systematic policy that dehumanizes the Palestinians, one perpetuated by an unconstrained culture of impunity. It is an ideology of violent extremism, sanctioned by the occupying Power and institutionalized in Israeli society and its political, military and judicial institutions. In other words, this is what we sow by our inaction. This is what the Palestinians reap in a tragically horrifying manner. Another unfortunate consequence of our inaction and the prevailing impunity is the rapid expansion of illegal Israeli settlements.”
2016-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7673 (2016) · source
“Even if the incident is investigated by the Israeli authorities, we remain sceptical as to whether justice will be served, as only 3 per cent of criminal investigations into violence committed by the Israeli forces and settlers have resulted in indictments. The facts on the ground surrounding the murder proved that it was not an isolated incident. If it had been an isolated incident, the Israeli forces would not have reacted by storming the family home of the person who had filmed the incident in order to harass and intimidate him. Israeli settlers would not have reacted by gathering outside that same house to threaten him. The Israeli medical staff present at the scene would not have remained indifferent to the injured Palestinian, even when he was shot in the head right in front of them.”
2016-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7673 (2016) · source
“There is also a clear lack of appetite by the Council to use the tools at its disposal on the issue of Palestine, unlike with regard to Syria, Lebanon and Yemen. Therefore, Malaysia is of the view that this issue deserves our undivided attention at this meeting. Malaysia strongly condemns the extrajudicial killings perpetrated by Israeli forces against Palestinians, including children and women. The cold- blooded murder of a Palestinian youth by an Israeli soldier in Hebron - the youth was shot in the head as he lay injured on the ground - is a clear instance of Israel's shoot-to-kill policy. Tragically, if not for the fact that the incident was captured on video, it would have been treated as another act of self-defence by the Israeli army, and the perpetrator would have gotten away with murder.”
2016-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7673 (2016) · source
“And, whether we wish to admit it or not, the protracted Palestinian question is the nucleus that has triggered various other threats to international peace and security. Secondly, unlike all other Middle East conflicts, there is no recent Council action on the question of Palestine. The last time a Council resolution was adopted was more than seven years ago, which belies the worsening situation on the ground and the rising threats to the two-State solution. Worst of all, there is simply no political will by the Council to act to bring an end to Israel's illegal occupation and to salvage the two-State solution, in accordance with international law, the values and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and international human rights standards.”
2016-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7673 (2016) · source
“We completely agree with the message conveyed by the Secretary- General and by the Minister for Foreign Affairs of New Zealand. The current situation in the occupied Palestinian territory is not sustainable and requires urgent action by the Council. Malaysia aligns itself with the statements to be delivered by the representatives of Iran and Kuwait on behalf of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries and the Organization ofIslamic Conference, respectively. For the purpose of today's open debate, my delegation wishes to focus solely on the Israeli- Palestinian conflict. There are two main reasons for that. First, of the issues pertaining to the Middle East, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has been on the United Nations agenda for the longest period. It is as old as the United Nations itself.”
2016-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7673 (2016) · source
“1 thank you, Mr. President, for presiding over this open debate. On behalf of the people and the Government of Malaysia, 1 would like to take this opportunity to convey our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of victims of the earthquakes that struck Ecuador and Japan over the weekend. We wish godspeed to the recovery and assistance efforts. Like Spain and Venezuela, we too condemn all acts of violence. My delegation warmly welcomes the presence of His Excellency Mr. Murray McCully, Minister for Foreign Affairs of New Zealand, and His Excelelncy Mr. Ban Ki-moon, Secretary-General of the United Nations, at this meeting. We thank the Secretary-General for his briefing, which we listened to very carefully.”
2016-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7673 (2016) · source
“Clearly, in order to provide an effective response and enjoy wide support and legitimacy among those we seek to protect, utmost care must be taken so as not to play into the terrorists hands. That will require political wisdom and dexterity. In conclusion, Malaysia remains committed in its final fight against global terror and international terrorism and will continue to play a constructive role in preventing terrorist groups from becoming a menace to society. We shall spare no efforts in this collective endeavour to challenge, expose and unmask terrorists for the vile criminals and violent extremists that they are. God willing, together we shall prevail.”
2016-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7670 (2016) · source
“In Malaysia's experience, peace was ultimately won through the Government's approach of seizing the moral high ground from the terrorists primarily by providing safety and security and opportunity for socioeconomic development. Additionally no effort or resources, including through international assistance, were spared in supporting the Government's commitment to ensure a better future for all nations and a common space for all under the Malaysian sun. Moreover, any claim to legitimacy or popular support by the terrorists was ultimately denied due to their own brutality and despicable actions. I am justifiably proud that Malaysia stands out as an example where the strategy of winning hearts and minds was scrupulously pursued and successfully implemented.”
2016-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7670 (2016) · source
“From 1947 to 1989 during the insurgency, Malaysia was embroiled in an ideologically driven conflict perpetuated by unspeakably brutal terrorists seeking to impose their unacceptable political construct on the peaceloving multi-ethnic and multiracial Malaysians. Against that threat, Malaysians of all races and creeds had to learn hard lessons in resilience and unity in order to triumph over terror. In the early years of the conflict, the Government was especially mindful and sensitive to the needs of the populations, who, through no fault of their own, were caught in the middle of an essentially political conflict characterized by violent extremism, not unlike what we are seeing in parts of the Middle East and Africa today.”
2016-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7670 (2016) · source
“It is therefore of utmost importance that peace-loving Muslims and moderates from the Muslim world begin to work in earnest to provide the right narrative to the vulnerable and disenchanted youth and address the root causes in order to stem terror groups recruitment drives for both local and foreign terrorist fighters. The path to salvation is through righteous deeds and not through harnessing miseries and self-annihilation. Malaysia's fight on terror began during its formative years as a nation. In the early pages of its modern history, Malaysia had some experience to share particularly encountering the political or ideological aspects of terrorism.”
2016-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7670 (2016) · source
“Our response must be premised on the full respect of international law, including human rights and international human rights law. We must also deny them the sources through which they fund their activities. Although it is not my intention to delve into a theological debate, it is unfortunate for the majority of Muslims that we are unjustly and wrongly misrepresented by these heretics who claim that their actions are sanctioned by Islam, a faith of peace and compassion, which ironically they purport to profess. It is gratifying to note that the world is not persuaded by their outrageous misrepresentations of the faith that many peaceloving Muslims profess.”
2016-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7670 (2016) · source
“We do not need to be reminded of the horrifying barbarity perpetuated by known terrorists, such as Al-Qaida, Da'esh and Boko Haram and their affiliates and supporters in parts of Africa, the Middle East, Europe and even in South-East Asia. We saw their capacity for destruction of our common heritage. We saw their abuse of human dignity and rights. We saw their heretical belief and apocalyptic visions and we have seen enough. Our focus on combating and eradicating this menace must be on our collective resolve to share responsibility and join coordinated efforts at all levels. We must deconstruct their narrative and we must not help them to provide air time for terror. Our response must be robust. It must be targeted and we must not be lured onto their ideological turf or provide reasons for them to win more recruits.”
2016-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7670 (2016) · source
“Particularly in South- East Asia, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations saw the necessity for the region to act collectively as one and has in place its own convention on counter- terrorism, which is an integral part of the region's legal and normative framework. Despite all the focus and attention that we have given and the positive momentum we have created to provide the framework for international and regional cooperation, terrorist attacks and instances of violent extremism have unfortunately risen in recent years. It is increasingly disturbing that many recent attacks indicate evidence of a greater degree of sophistication, complexity and coordination in the planning and execution of attacks, but also with regard to recruitment and radicalization activities by the terrorists. Terror has become a horrifying enterprise.”
2016-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7670 (2016) · source
“Those include the many legal and other instruments ranging from declarations, conventions, resolutions, strategies and plans of action, not to mention the establishment of and ongoing work undertaken by institutions and structures, such as the Counter-Terrorism Implementation Task Force, the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate, the United Nations Counter-Terrorism Centre and the Committees established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999) concerning Al-Qaida and the Taliban and associated individuals and entities, resolution 1373 (2001) concerning counter-terrorism, and resolution 1540 (2004), among others. The efforts at the international level are increasingly mirrored at the regional level.”
2016-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7670 (2016) · source
“Since 1972, the United Nations has invested many resources in and devoted much attention to addressing the challenges to international peace and security posed by terrorism and the perpetrators of terrorist acts. We have witnessed the many faces ofinternational terrorism and their perverted cost. Our response over the years, whether by the Council, the General Assembly or other organs has resulted in a solid and meaningful corpus of international law, norms and standards.”
2016-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7670 (2016) · source
“Let me thank you, Mr. President, for convening this very important debate and for the clarity ofpurpose in the concept note (S/2016/306, annex). I thank the Secretary-General for sharing with us the growing concerns on the increasing terrorist acts in may trouble spots and the capacity of terrorism to lurk unsuspectedly in many parts of the world. We look forward to the upcoming review of the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy and our discussions today are useful in articulating our common concern on why we need to act together to face this scourge of humankind. We align ourselves with the statement to be delivered by the representative of Iran on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement.”
2016-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7670 (2016) · source
“Furthermore, we see benefits in regular consultations between the Council and the Peace and Security Council of the African Union (AU), and between the United Nations and AU counterparts on women and peace and security, aimed at strengthening cooperation on our shared goals of the protection and empowerment of women in order to promote and security. I would like to conclude by emphasizing that we will all come closer to achieving our shared goal of a more peaceful and stable world when we encourage women to play their rightful role in peace and security efforts. Malaysia remains fully committed to doing its part to realize that mission.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“A comprehensive and coherent approach, led by the United Nations, that promotes the role of women in conflict prevention and resolution efforts, is key to the effective implementation of this agenda. In that context, Malaysia supports and is encouraged by the various measures initiated by the Secretary-General and the United Nations system to promote greater representation of women in the senior leadership, mediating teams and peacekeeping missions of the United Nations, as well as better coordination among United Nations entities in mainstreaming the issue of women and peace and security. We also support a more in-depth consideration of women's perspectives throughout the work of the Security Council, including through the Informal Experts Group on Women, Peace and Security set up under resolution 2242 (2015).”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Efforts to build inclusive and resilient communities are especially crucial as the whole world, including Africa, continues to grapple with the rising threat of violent extremism. Boko Haram is a continuing menace in the region, terrorizing civilian populations across national borders, including by targeting women and girls. At the same time, we condemn the unacceptable exploitation of women and children as suicide bombers. We underscore the importance of ensuring that measures aimed at countering violent extremism take into account the protection of vulnerable groups that have been coerced or manipulated. The full realization of the potential of women for conflict prevention and resolution requires the cooperation of the entire international community, including Member States, regional organizations, the United Nations and civil society.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“At the same time, socio-economic recovery strategies that provide livelihoods and educational opportunities for women and girls will go a long way towards building community resilience. More broadly, we believe that peacebuilding activities should also emphasize women's empowerment so that they can become key contributors in the political, economic and social spheres. In that regard, we welcome the Peacebuilding Commission's initiative in developing a gender strategy to strengthen its engagement in and support for gender equality in peacebuilding activities. As a current member of the Commission, Malaysia is committed to engaging proactively in developing the strategy and looks forward to its adoption as soon as June.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Strong early-warning mechanisms that take into account gender-sensitive indicators and allow for the confidential channelling of information would greatly aid conflict-prevention efforts. In that regard, we welcome initiatives such as the setting up of women's situations rooms to monitor, prevent and mitigate electoral-related violence, which warrant continued support. The long-term consolidation of peace and security requires addressing the root causes of conflict and placing women at the heart of peacebuilding efforts. In our view, establishing national legal frameworks that uphold gender equality and protect the rights of women stands the best chance of staving off a relapse into conflict.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Apart from the necessary training and capacity- building to sharpen women's political leadership, that also requires political will on the part of negotiating parties, mediators and organizers of peace processes to actively include women at all stages of negotiations. In addition, providing avenues for women's civil society organizations to contribute to, and monitor the implementation of, peace processes will also help ensure that women's perspectives are reflected. An important element of conflict prevention is the ability to detect early warning signs and to act upon them. In conflict situations, there is ample evidence of women being able to provide insights into changing dynamics, especially at the community and grass-roots levels. We must encourage actors on the ground to tap into such insights.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Malaysia believes that increasing meaningful political participation by women is crucial to ending current conflicts and preventing future ones. The Security Council has consistently emphasized that achieving sustainable resolutions to armed conflicts cannot be achieved through military means, but only through peaceful political processes. However, such processes have almost always been led exclusively by men - women and their voices have for far too long been excluded. Malaysia fully supports efforts to increase the participation of women in political processes, including placing women in decision-making positions that can influence negotiation outcomes.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“The situation in Africa requires a wider aperture for us to assess what strategies have worked and what challenges need to be overcome to ensure that women are allowed to fulfil their potential as agents of peace and security. In that connection, the October 2015 global study on the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) provides a rich empirical resource for us to drawn upon on the value of women's contributions to peace and security. We would like to highlight three areas in which we believe that the involvement of women would greatly enhance conflict- prevention and resolution efforts, namely, political participation, early-warning mechanisms and building long-term resilience against conflict.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“This open debate is timely and important follow- up to the high-level review of resolution 1325 (2000), on women and peace and security, which took place in October of last year. On that occasion, Malaysiajoined members of the Security Council, States Members of the United Nations and the Organizaiton in reaffirming the importance of this agenda, as well as of renewing our commitment to strengthening the role of women in establishing and preserving peace and security with greater inclusivity. The important role and potential contribution of women to conflict resolution and prevention can no longer be sidelined or ignored.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“On behalfofthe Malaysian delegation, Ijoin previous speakers in welcoming you to the Security Council, Madam President. I wish to thank you and the Angolan presidency for convening today's open debate focused on the role of women in conflict resolution and prevention in Africa. Allow me also to express my appreciation to the briefers, namely, Under-Secretary-General Mlambo-Ngcuka, Assistant Secretary-General Zerihoun and Ambassador Kamau, as well as Ambassador Antonio, for their contributions to this discusion. I also pay tribute to Ms. Paleki Ayang, whose insights and personal experience in the conflict situation in South Sudan lends greater persuasion and legitimacy to the role of women. Malaysia associates itself with the statement to be delivered by the representative of Iran on behalf of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“On the human rights situation of children in Haiti, our attention is drawn to the situation of some 200,000 children who are vulnerable to exploitation and to physical, emotional and sexual abuse through the practice of restavek. We call upon the Haitian authorities to address this issue and to possibly consider and implement the recommendations of the Committee on the Rights of the Child. Finally, Malaysia reiterates its appreciation to Special Representative of the Secretary-General Honore for her leadership and to the entire MINUSTAH team for their sustained and exemplary contributions in leading the United Nations and the international community's support for Haiti.”
2016-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7651 (2016) · source
“We are encouraged by the ongoing efforts of the Haitian authorities and the United Nations in the surveillance, rapid-alert and coordinated response to the cholera epidemic, which has seen the lowest rate since its outbreak in 2010. On a related note and in the interest of achieving closure and justice for the victims, we would encourage greater engagement by the Secretariat with those victims, particularly on the issue of possible remedies and compensations, where appropriate. It is important for the continuing credibility of and respect for the United Nations as a whole that the Secretary-General exercise and demonstrate leadership on this issue, including by responding to the letter of allegations from the Human Rights Council special procedures.”
2016-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7651 (2016) · source
“In reaffirming support for a Haitian-led and Haitian-owned road map for the swift conclusion of the current electoral cycle, Malaysia believes that both the President and the Prime Minister-designate have a critical role to play in bridging differences and in galvanizing broad support and consensus across the spectrum of the political class and the wider public in moving the political process forward. In noting that a large portion of elections to the legislature has been completed, my delegation notes that no woman candidates were elected to either chamber of the legislature. We encourage the Government and the Haitian political establishment to reflect seriously on this and to consider taking the appropriate measures to ensure that women's voices are adequately represented.”
2016-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7651 (2016) · source
“We also pay tribute to MINUSTAH, especially its police and military components, for its important role in providing the broader security blanket during the tense election period. In the light of the political developments, Malaysia welcomes the Secretary-General's recommendations for a strategic assessment of the future presence and role of the United Nations in Haiti, which should commence after the inauguration of the new President. While regretting that the presidential elections were not concluded by the 7 February deadline, we are nevertheless optimistic that the provisional Government, led by Jocelerme Privert and Prime Minister designate Fritz Alphonse Jean, will be able the conclude the third electoral round within the agreed timelines.”
2016-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7651 (2016) · source
“The ability to organize the next round of elections in a peaceful, transparent and inclusive manner would certainly help to restore public confidence in Haitian State institutions and democracy in the country. Malaysia commends the Haitian National Police for its role in maintaining peace and security during the election process. The fact that the police and military of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) were only requested to step in on a few occasions is testament to the national police's competence. Undoubtedly, the professionalism and impartiality shown by the national police must be further encouraged and enhanced with a view to cementing the population's trust.”
2016-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7651 (2016) · source
“Other challenges, such as low voter turnout and the general insecurity felt by the population during the voting exercise and during the period immediately afterwards, show a lack of political space for all. Against that background, we commend the initiative of the Provisional Electoral Council in having taken certain proactive measures for the October round of elections. In the light of the lessons learned from the August round, former President Martelly's establishment of the Independent Electoral Evaluation Commission is also commendable. Looking ahead, we believe that a revitalized and newly reconstituted Provisional Electoral Council, free from allegations of bias or manipulations, could contribute positively to the conclusion of the current electoral cycle.”
2016-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7651 (2016) · source
“As mentioned by earlier speakers, Haiti has seen significant political developments in recent months, most notably in the holding of legislative, presidential and municipal elections in August and October. I wish to express my appreciation to Special Representative of the Secretary-General Honore for her briefing, to which we listened intently, and to the Secretary-General for his report (S/2016/225). Malaysia believes that the Council's discussion today is important in enabling us to take stock of the developments in Haiti with a View to assisting the country in charting its future course. While welcoming the recent holding of elections in Haiti, my delegation notes that they were beset by a number of challenges, including the repeated postponement of presidential elections and allegations of fraud and vote manipulation.”
2016-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7651 (2016) · source
“We believe that the rationale to address sensitivities surrounding this issue warrant, at this time, engaging the concerned stakeholders, namely, the troop-contributing countries. As mentioned by many delegations yesterday (see S/PV.7642), combatting sexual exploitation and abuse requires the collective efforts of all members of the United Nations and the international community. We hope that resolution 2272 (2016) creates the intended momentum to end impunity for sexual exploitation and abuse by peacekeepers.”
2016-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7643 (2016) · source
“In our view, the provisions on the repatriation of contingents that demonstrate widespread and systematic sexual exploitation and abuse or non-response to allegations of misconduct are wholly justified. In that regard, we note that the route leading towards a decision on possible repatriation must come with clear and transparent criteria and guidelines, developed in full consultation and engagement with the concerned troop-contributing countries throughout the process. In the spirit of renewing and re-energizing the United Nations peacekeeping institutions, we would also stress the importance of trilateral consultations among the Council, troop-contributing countries and the Secretariat. We regret the missed opportunity to rally consensus around such an important resolution.”
2016-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7643 (2016) · source
“Malaysia supports resolution 2272 (2016), which the Council just adopted. It sends an unambiguous message that the Security Council, the United Nations and the international community will not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse by peacekeepers. We have repeatedly called for zero tolerance in that regard, and today we have strengthened our resolve on the matter. We support many of the strong measures initiated by the Secretary- General to strengthen accountability for perpetrators of abuse, as set out in resolution 2272 (2016). Malaysia firmly believes that peacekeepers must uphold the highest standards of professionalism and moral values, as they are mandated to protect civilians, and to uphold international humanitarian law and human rights law while serving in areas of conflict.”
2016-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7643 (2016) · source