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Inchauste Jordan

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first: 2017-02-22
most recent: 2018-12-04
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“In line with previous remarks, we reiterate that we must consider the possibility of replicating the initiative of the Group of Five for the Sahel in Central Africa in order to address security challenges and combat terrorism within an institutional and regional cooperation and coordination framework. In that context, we highlight the progress made by the Multinational Joint Task Force and regional and international partners in their fight against Boko Haram in the Lake Chad basin.”
2018-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8284 (2018) · source
“During that meeting, it was noted that both organizations would organize a summit on peace, security, radicalization and violent extremism in July. We highlight the initiative of President Bongo Odimba, who, in his capacity as ECCAS Chair, visited several countries of the region for discussions on security and regional integration. In that context, we believe that, although the situation is different in each country, conflicts in the region must be resolved through mediation, preventive diplomacy and primarily through constructive and inclusive political dialogue.”
2018-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8284 (2018) · source
“It is alongside those organizations that current and emerging threats must be addressed in order to reduce their potential impact on the stability of the subregion. In that regard, we warmly welcome the consultative meeting of the Heads of State of ECCAS within the framework of the African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, at which they agreed to convene a session of the Assembly of Heads of State of the Council for Peace and Security in Central Africa (COPAX). Similarly, we commend the work conducted by the COPAX Council of Ministers at its fifth ordinary session, at which it adopted, inter alia, a strategy to prevent and combat terrorism in Central Africa and another to combat mercenary activities and transnational crime. We also commend the ECCAS and the Economic Community ofWest African States on their consultation meeting in Lome.”
2018-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8284 (2018) · source
“That work should not be overlooked, but must continue to be deepened with the cooperation of regional and subregional partners under the principle of respect for the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of each of the States where it implements its mandate. Such efforts must be made to address the remaining challenges in the areas of peace and security, humanitarian assistance and economic development, the complexity of which implies that they must be addressed through a joint strategy between UNOCA, the United Nations country teams and regional and subregional organizations, in particular the African Union (AU), ECCAS, the Central African Economic and Monetary Community, the Gulf of Guinea Commission and the Lake Chad Basin Commission.”
2018-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8284 (2018) · source
“Mr. Inchauste Jordan (Plurinational State of Bolivia) (spoke in Spanish): We thank Mr. Francois Lounceny Fall, Special Representative of the Secretary- General and Head of the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa, and Mr. Ahmad Allam-Mi, Secretary-General of the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS), for their informative briefings. We stress the important role that both are playing in the region. Bolivia commends and acknowledges the work that the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa (UNOCA) has been carrying out in the areas of preventive diplomacy, elections assistance, mediation and confidence-building measures, as well as the support it provides to regional and subregional organizations in order to contribute to the reduction of tensions in the region.”
2018-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8284 (2018) · source
“Here the cooperation of the international community will be vital to promoting sustainable development in Darfur, building the capacities of the country team and ensuring the successful withdrawal of the Hybrid Operation. Finally, we take this opportunity to express our gratitude to and acknowledge the outstanding work done by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Jeremiah Mamabolo; UNAMID; the United Nations country team; and the members of African Union High- level Implementation Panel with a view to bringing about sustainable peace and development in Darfur.”
2018-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8283 (2018) · source
“We support the repositioning of the priorities of the mission to focus more closely on support for the political process, which is particularly important, and to promote activities that will prevent conflict from breaking out again and address comprehensively the root causes of the conflict. Mine-clearance activities, particularly the clearing of explosive remnants of war, are essential to ensure the safe return of internally displaced persons to their homes and ensure the future safety of the mission. It is clear that in order to ensure success in this new phase, funding mechanisms must be created in order to prevent the recurrence of conflict.”
2018-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8283 (2018) · source
“With regard to the reconfiguration of UNAMID, we commend the progress that has been made with the successful culmination of phase one and with phase two under way. We are pleased to note that the planned withdrawal of UNAMID from certain sites has not led to negative consequences. We stress the good relations between the Government and UNAMID and urge them to increase their cooperation so that the mission can carry out its work without impediment. In general terms, we believe that the strategic review of UNAMID accurately reflects the current situation and the short-, medium- and long-term challenges in Darfur.”
2018-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8283 (2018) · source
“We also highlight the fact that efforts must be made to resolve differences on the Doha Document and urge the non-signatory movements to enter into a constructive dialogue with the Government so as to bring about a definitive cessation of hostilities. We reiterate that it is important for the Security Council to consider the measures necessary to bring pressure to bear on those that are undermining the peace process. However, and despite the progress made in the Sudan, the humanitarian situation there remains a significant challenge. The living conditions ofinternally displaced persons is extremely concerning, and the cooperation of the international community is urgent in order to ensure the implementation of the humanitarian response plan for the Sudan developed by the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs.”
2018-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8283 (2018) · source
“It is imperative, however, that at this stage steps be taken to ensure that a permanent ceasefire is agreed. The political situation clearly remains one of the main challenges. We welcome the efforts of the Government to promote the implementation of the Doha Document for Peace in Darfur and stress that the only possible solution to the situation in the area is through a political process that addresses the root causes of the conflict, mainly conflicts over natural resources and land ownership. In this regard, we welcome the initiatives launched by United Nations agencies and programmes and to assess the progress that has been made in terms of land ownership.”
2018-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8283 (2018) · source
“It is clear that the weapons-collection campaign and the deployment of security forces that the Government of the Sudan has conducted in recent years to ensure stability in the area have made it possible to create the necessary conditions for stability. It is vital to continue to cooperate with these initiatives so that peacebuilding activities can be carried out in a sustainable manner. We also must promote the institutional capacity of the security forces as well as the rule of law in the area and make structural adjustments in the security sector that will dovetail with prevention and reconstruction activities following the conflict. We welcome the decision of both the Government and armed groups to unilaterally extend the ceasefire to all areas of operations until 30 June and 6 August, respectively.”
2018-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8283 (2018) · source
“Mr. Inchauste Jordan (Plurinational State of Bolivia) (spoke in Spanish): We thank the Under- Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, Mr. Jean-Pierre Lacroix, for his comprehensive briefing on the strategic review of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID). We take this opportunity to commend the work that the mission is carrying out on the ground. We welcome the conclusions that the African Union and the United Nations mention in the strategic review with respect to the overall improvement in the security situation in Darfur, which should make it possible to readapt UNAMID and prepare for the withdrawal of the mission in the next two years.”
2018-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8283 (2018) · source
“Finally, we urge the Mechanism to continue to develop its jurisdictional activities in a determined manner, making effective and efficient use of the resources allocated to it, abiding by its temporary nature and taking the precautions necessary to implement its actions over the short and medium term.”
2018-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8278 (2018) · source
“There may be a possible humanitarian situation in this respect that needs to be resolved and addressed quickly by the Mechanism. For this reason, the support and assistance of the international community is particularly important. We have taken note of the assessment carried out by the Office of Internal Oversight Services on the functions of and the work carried out by the Mechanism for the period 2016-2017. We note the generally positive assessment and have also taken note of the six recommendations contained therein and call on the various bodies of the Mechanism to implement same as soon as possible.”
2018-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8278 (2018) · source
“Moreover, instances of early release and related problems are an issue that give us cause for great concern, given that there appear to be gaps in terms of the criteria for their implementation. In that respect, we call on the Mechanism, through its various bodies, to take the measures necessary to resolve the situation and to prevent the legacy and the work of the ICTY and the ICTR from being tarnished or diminished by the release of individuals who then proceed to deny their crimes or attempt to justify their crimes against humanity. We have taken note of the difficulties encountered during the reporting period on the relocation of 11 individuals who had served their sentences fully or who had been acquitted of all charges.”
2018-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8278 (2018) · source
“Despite the progress reported, we wish to express our alarm at the number of fugitives who have not yet been apprehended and brought before the Mechanism for trial, despite the unceasing coordination activities carried out by the Office of the Prosecutor alongside States, regional and international organizations such as INTERPOL. It is important in that context to recall that criminal responsibility is individual and that no community or nation is responsible for the acts committed by individuals. That understanding should encourage States to cooperate with investigations in order to avoid impunity and guarantee reparations for harm caused, which is a vital prerequisite for reconciliation.”
2018-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8278 (2018) · source
“Nonetheless, this initiative needs to be improved and further developed in order to guarantee better levels of interaction between the judges. It is also key to address the possible risks that it might present in terms of the security of data and of confidential information. We would highlight the Mechanism's capacity to discharge multiple functions simultaneously in the cases handed over to it by the ICTR and the ICTY. We urge the Mechanism to strengthen its harmonization and integration efforts, taking steps to prevent the differences in work culture between the Offices in Arusha and The Hague from affecting the work of the Mechanism.”
2018-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8278 (2018) · source
“In all this it must abide by its original design concept, meaning that it must be a small, temporary and efficient structure whose functions and size will decrease over time. We have taken due note of the progress made in the jurisdictional activities carried out during the reporting period, including a new, unanticipated trial in the Stanisic and Simatovic' case, as well as in appeals hearings and review procedures. We would also highlight the assistance and cooperation provided by the Office of the Prosecutor to national jurisdictions so as to help them with the strengthening and development of their domestic capacities. Moreover, we believe that the holding of remote hearings is an innovative initiative that is efficient in terms of both time savings and budgetary savings.”
2018-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8278 (2018) · source
“Both bodies have played a major role in the quest for justice and the restoration of the rule of law. On this understanding, and following the closure of the ICTY last December, the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals has taken on the primary responsibility for concluding, in a timely and effective way, the remaining trials transferred to its purview. The Mechanism must implement, with the highest degree of rigour, the mandate conferred on it in resolution 1966 (2010), of 22 December 2010, not just continuing with the case law, rights and obligations of both tribunals, but also taking on the vital role of strengthening and supporting the work of national jurisdictions.”
2018-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8278 (2018) · source
“Mr. Inchauste Jordan (Plurinational State of Bolivia) (spoke in Spanish): We are very grateful for the briefings by the President of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals, Judge Theodor Meron, and the Prosecutor, Mr. Serge Brammertz. We take this opportunity to reiterate to them our strong support in the discharge of the duties that have been entrusted to them. We should like also to thank and congratulate Peru for its work at the head of the Informal Working Group on International Tribunals. There is no doubt that the work carried out by the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) and the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) has made a landmark contribution over the past 24 years to the fight against impunity.”
2018-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8278 (2018) · source
“Finally, it is important to bear in mind that the impact that the Libyan conflict has had on the security situation in the region is a direct consequence of interventionist practices and policies of regime change that have had a collateral effect in the Sahel, bringing about the emergence of chaos, terrorism and militarization, with regrettable results that continue to be have repercussions to this day.”
2018-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8263 (2018) · source
“We reiterate that there can be no military solution to this conflict, and we therefore call on all parties to join the ongoing efforts to maintain a dialogue that can lead to a peaceful, orderly and inclusive political transition that responds to the interests of the Libyan people and will enable them to freely and consensually define their future within the framework of their country's sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity. To that end, compliance with the Libyan Political Agreement, recognized by resolution 2259 (2015) and reaffirmed through the presidential statement of 14 December 2017 (S/PRST/2017/26), is imperative.”
2018-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8263 (2018) · source
“In that regard, we reiterate our call to the Libyan authorities to initiate appropriate investigations for identifying those responsible for these violations so that their acts do not go unpunished, as well as to support and cooperate with the investigations by the Office of the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court identifying those responsible for these acts, which will come under the Court's jurisdiction should they constitute crimes against humanity.”
2018-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8263 (2018) · source
“It should be noted that despite the commitment of the Presidency Council and the Libyan National Army to initiating and conducting investigations into such abuses, so far not one person has been brought to justice for these violations. The death of a detainee in Am Zara prison, presumably from torture, makes the situation even more alarming and urgent. The repeated reports of violations of the rights of migrants, who are being indefinitely held in detention centres under inadequate conditions and subjected to degrading treatment, torture, forced labour, sexual violence and denial of medical help, highlight the importance of addressing this situation in a cross-cutting manner. We call on the parties to prevent abuses and violations of these people's rights and urge them to comply with their obligations under international law.”
2018-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8263 (2018) · source
“That threat is further exacerbated by the presence and ability of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Sham to traffic weapons, despite the embargo in force, and to coordinate and perpetrate deadly attacks, such as the one against the Libyan High Commission on National Elections, in Tripoli on 2 May, in which more than 15 people died. We condemn that attack in the strongest possible terms. The presence of foreign armed groups and the existence of sleeper cells of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant pose an imminent risk that endangers not only the security of Libya, but also the entire region. We are concerned about the reports of widespread human rights violations in detention centres.”
2018-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8263 (2018) · source
“In that context, my delegation reiterates once again its appeal to the parties and local actors to lay down their arms and refrain from any rhetoric that seeks to justify violence as a means of achieving any objective, as those attitudes are an attack on the lives of innocent people and undermine the progress achieved so far in implementing the Libyan Political Agreement. The continued presence on Libyan territory of irregular combatants and foreign armed groups who are engaged in armed clashes in the south of the country is also a serious threat to the political process and to the stability of that part of the country.”
2018-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8263 (2018) · source
“The steady stream of reports of abductions, torture, arbitrary detentions and summary executions, in particular in the cities of Sabha, Derna, Tripoli and Benghazi, are alarming, especially when it is clear that, according to the report of the Secretary-General, at least 16 people lost their lives and approximately 30 people were injured in the crossfire during sporadic clashes and as a result of the use of explosives in public and civilian spaces in blatant violation of international humanitarian law.”
2018-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8263 (2018) · source
“We also appreciate and highlight the ongoing efforts that have continued to be made by various regional organizations and actors, such as the African Union and the League ofArab States, and countries such as Egypt, Algeria, Tunisia and Chad, among other countries, to strengthen, support and advance the Libyan political process and plan of action. Despite those positive developments, the worrying increase in violence and fighting among the parties continues to wreak havoc.”
2018-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8263 (2018) · source
“It is therefore essential to guarantee the full participation of women in electoral processes, as well as that of young people and all segments of society. We also highlight the efforts and initiatives for tribal and community reconciliation and rapprochement carried out by different actors in the localities of Kufra, Misrata and Zintan. We are convinced that the strengthening of that dialogue and the constant exchange of perspectives on the freedom of movement, equal access to services, and accountability and justice will establish a common understanding that will contribute to preventing future conflicts and tensions.”
2018-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8263 (2018) · source
“We look forward to the tasks being undertaken by the House of Representatives to develop the necessary legislation and regulatory structure to clearly establish the elements and requirements for conducting both the referendum and the subsequent electoral processes. That normative development is also essential for the establishment of reliable and capable institutions, which are the bedrock of the State. In the same vein, we highlight the progress made in voter registration by the High Commission for National Elections. At the time the report was issued, nearly 2.5 million people had been registered, almost half of whom were women. That demonstrates once again the importance of the role of women in the future of Libya.”
2018-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8263 (2018) · source
“Taking note of the reports of the Secretary-General on the implementation of resolutions 2376 (2017) and 2357 (2017), there is a clear and pressing need to reaffirm the importance of the full implementation of the Libyan Political Agreement to bring the transition period to a definitive end. That task should also be reinforced through compliance with the provisions of the action plan promoted by the Special Representative, which methodically and clearly lays out a road map to that end. With regard to the progress achieved, we would like to highlight the fact that, in February, the Libyan Supreme Court finally resolved the cases against the Constitution Drafting assembly brought before administrative courts, thereby removing the legal obstacles that prevented the national referendum on the new constitution from taking place.”
2018-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8263 (2018) · source
“Mr. Inchauste Jordan (Plurinational State of Bolivia) (spoke in Spanish): We would like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), Mr. Ghassan Salame, for his briefing, and we take this opportunity to convey to him again our unstinting support for the outstanding work he continues to carry out. Similarly, we appreciate the briefing by Ambassador Olof Skoog on the activities carried out in his capacity as Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011), concerning Libya.”
2018-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8263 (2018) · source
“The international community must also provide Guinea-Bissau with the assistance needed to improve its control ofits coasts and airspace and to train the police to investigate organized crime and drug-trafficking activities. In conclusion, we want to emphasize the progress that has been made so far through synergies between all the parties. We reiterate once again that in times of political, institutional and social crisis, ensuring the well-being of the population, especially the most vulnerable sectors, must be the overriding interest guiding our efforts to achieve definitive stabilization in Guinea-Bissau.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“In Guinea-Bissau, the work that women are doing in the quest for a political solution shows how essential a gender perspective and female participation in mediation and dialogue are. With regard to the stabilization of the country and security matters, combating drug trafficking and transnational crime must continue to be a priority. The role of the United Nations through the country team and the United Nations Development Programme must be an integral part of fostering development and reinforcing the rule of law, with the goal of decreasing exposure to drugs and crime by strengthening the various components of the justice system.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“Jose Viegas Filho, who we are confident will perform his duties with the utmost professionalism. We believe that the work of UNIOGBIS must be strengthened and focused on initiatives that will continue to provide opportunities for dialogue. We are sure that such factors will help to form an inclusive Government and consolidate the upcoming electoral processes. With regard to the work of UNIOGBIS, we are eagerly awaiting the strategic review of the mission and its proposed reconfiguration. We also commend the work of the Guinea-Bissau configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission, ably chaired by Brazil, and we emphasize the importance of strengthening links related to cooperation and information-sharing between the mission and the Security Council. We also encourage the initiative of the Women's Leadership Forum on Peace.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“Cooperation among the relevant regional and subregional organizations is essential to that, and we therefore acknowledge the major efforts of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and its Mission in Guinea-Bissau, as well as the contributions of the European Union and the Community of Portuguese-Speaking Countries, and the important work of the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Guinea-Bissau (UNIOGBIS) aimed at bringing together the parties to the conflict and encouraging dialogue. We welcome the efforts and outstanding work of former Special Representative of the Secretary- General Modibo Toure, whom we wish every success in his future assignments. We also welcome the appointment of the new Special Representative and Head of UNIOGBIS, Mr.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“In that regard, we believe that within the framework of the road map of 10 September 2016, inclusive dialogue must continue to be one of the main tools for enabling the holding of elections to the legislature during the current Administration and presidential elections in 2019. Despite the far-reaching implications of the political progress that has been made, Guinea-Bissau is facing various challenges that must be dealt with as effectively as possible. First, in the short term, both the Government and the Parliament are in need of technical and financial support so that they can begin registering voters and consolidating the mechanisms needed for holding the parliamentary elections.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“Today we have great expectations as we see the country's difficulties being overcome, thanks to the appointment of a consensus Prime Minister through a compromise deal that has revitalized the implementation of the Conakry Agreement, which remains the basic framework for a peaceful settlement of the crisis and the quest for lasting and sustainable peace. We are also closely watching the development and adoption of a Government programme that will help to establish the Government's parameters and structure. We once again call for consolidating those accords, which will enable all stakeholders to continue to advance the implementation of a lasting political and social settlement based solely on the best interests of the people of Guinea-Bissau in strict respect for their sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“Mr. Inchauste Jordan (Plurinational State of Bolivia) (spoke in Spanish): We appreciate the information provided by the Assistant Secretary- General for Political Affairs, Mr. Taye-Brook Zerihoun, the Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, Mr. Yury Fedotov, and Ambassador Mauro Vieira in his capacity as Chair of the Guinea- Bissau configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission. It is almost three years since the beginning of the crisis in Guinea-Bissau, which had to do with the adverse political context.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“To conclude, we reject any attempt to divide or fragment Syria along ethnic lines or to foster sectarianism there. It is the Syrian people themselves who must freely decide their future and their political leadership, in the framework of their sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity, without any external pressure or interference. We reiterate that the only way to resolve the conflict in Syria is through a Syrian-owned and Syrian-led political process that is inclusive and based on consultation and dialogue and that will allow for a peaceful solution to be reached among all the parties involved.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8260 (2018) · source
“We therefore underscore once again the commitments made at the Syrian National Dialogue Congress, held in Sochi on 30 January, with a focus on strengthening the United Nations-led political process in the framework of the road map set out in resolution 2254 (2015), in particular through the drafting of a new constitution and the establishment of a constitutional committee, which we believe must be representative and impartial. We hope that the work of that committee, in Geneva, should start as soon as possible and should be active and dynamic and include the participation of all parties to the conflict. We welcome the good offices and mediation of the Secretary-General and his close collaboration with the members of the Security Council in the quest for a peaceful solution to the crisis in Syria.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8260 (2018) · source
“My delegation would draw the attention of the Security Council to the need to protect thousands of innocent civilians, including children and the elderly, and move them to Idlib. It is urgent and pressing that peace be maintained and any escalation of violence avoided in that area, as the aftermath could be tragic. We believe that measures must continue to be taken to reduce the level of violence on the ground, promote confidence among the parties involved, alleviate the humanitarian situation and promote ongoing initiatives aimed at finding a peaceful political solution. The process must take place on the basis of the various initiatives taken and meetings held at different levels.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8260 (2018) · source
“The protection of the civilian population and civilian infrastructure must also be a priority within the framework of respect for international law and international humanitarian law. We deem imperative the voluntary return of internally displaced persons in a safe and dignified manner, as soon as the situation permits. For that to happen, demining will be vital in those areas where it is necessary. We would urge that the political dialogue agenda continue to focus on the release of detainees and abductees, as well as on the identification of missing or deceased persons. We stress the efforts made towards the voluntary return of thousands of people to eastern Ghouta and other cities north and south of Damascus and their subsequent full return.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8260 (2018) · source
“We believe that that international initiative has served to reduce the level of violence and has facilitated, and will continue to facilitate, the path to peace and stability in Syria. We therefore call for greater coordination among the local authorities within the de-escalation zones, humanitarian agencies and the Syrian Government, which will make it possible to improve the living conditions of the local population, with a view to contributing to international efforts to end the conflict in Syria. We call once again for efforts to continue with respect to the full implementation of resolution 2401 (2018), so as to ensure safe, sustained and unhindered humanitarian access to all those who require it.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8260 (2018) · source
“We deplore any act of violence that puts human lives at risk and therefore call for an end to the violence and urge the parties to refrain from any hostile, provocative or unilateral actions, in order to prevent any further suffering of the Syrian people and any further destabilization of the region. We welcome the holding of the summit of the three ceasefire guarantors in Ankara, Turkey, in March. We will be focusing closely on the next summit, which will be sponsored by the Islamic Republic of Iran. Likewise, we welcome the recent Astana meeting. We deem its outcome positive, as were the agreements reached one year ago exactly, when the important de-escalation zones were established.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8260 (2018) · source
“Mr. Inchauste Jordan (Plurinational State of Bolivia) (spoke in Spanish): We express our gratitude for the briefing that we heard from Mr. Staffan de Mistura, the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Syria, to whom we reiterate our support in the discharge of his duties. Once again we cannot but express our sorrow at the fact that this conflict has gone on for six years now and we are still witnessing the ongoing siege and Violence suffered by the Syrian people, mainly children, who, in addition to living with the psychological aftermath of the situation, are also in urgent need of humanitarian assistance.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8260 (2018) · source
“We are pleased to learn that UNAMID started withdrawing in the first phase from the areas envisioned and that did not have any negative consequences. We must continue to work to strengthen the country team's capacities to ensure that the withdrawal of the Hybrid Operation is successful. We also highlight the fundraising strategy for sustaining peace in Darfur that was developed by UNAMID and the country team. We must support that strategy to ensure a successful transition from peacekeeping to peacebuilding in Darfur. Finally, we appreciate this opportunity to acknowledge the great work being done by Joint Special Representative Mamabolo, UNAMID, the United Nations country team and the members of the African Union High-level Implementation Panel to achieve peace and sustainable development in Darfur.”
2018-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8252 (2018) · source
“We also underscore that further efforts are needed to help resolve the differences that exist with regard to the Doha Document. We call on the movements that have not signed the Document to engage constructively in dialogue with the Government and to achieve a permanent cessation of hostilities. We highlight the communique of the Peace and Security Council of the African Union of 20 February, which called on the African Union Commission to develop possible measures, including possible sanctions, that could be applied against all those who continue to impede efforts to achieve peace and security in Darfur. With regard to the reconfiguration of UNAMID, we commend the progress made with the successful completion of the first phase and the initiation of the second phase.”
2018-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8252 (2018) · source
“In the same vein, we welcome the return of the almost 2,000 internally displaced persons to Yasin. However, despite that positive development, many challenges remain. We therefore encourage the international community to continue to support projects that enable internally displaced persons to have to access basic services and improve their quality of life. Bolivia believes that the political situation continues to be one of the main challenges for the Sudan. We appreciate the Government's efforts to promote the implementation of the Doha Document for Peace in Darfur. Again, we stress that the only way a solution to this situation can be achieved is through a political process that addresses the root causes of the conflict, which are primarily disputes over land ownership.”
2018-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8252 (2018) · source
“We would also like to underscore the positive results of the first arms-collection campaign promoted by the Government. It is clear that this process has contributed to improving the security situation in Darfur. It is important to continue to encourage the civilian population and militias to maintain and increase their commitment to that governmental campaign, which is in line with the peacebuilding process. With regard to the humanitarian situation, we regret that the clashes between the Sudanese armed forces and the Sudan Liberation Army/Abdul Wahid faction have complicated the delivery of humanitarian assistance in some areas of Jebel Marra. Despite that, we underscore the improved access of humanitarian assistance to that area, which was previously inaccessible.”
2018-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8252 (2018) · source