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1. “To that end, we must avoid division and promote the commitment of the civilian population and the militias. This Government campaign, which is in line with UNAMID's peacebuilding process, requires the decisive support of the international community In that regard, we welcome the timely visit of the Special Representative for Children and Armed Conflict to Darfur, Ms. Virginia Gamba. We join her in recognizing the encouraging efforts of the Government of the Sudan in the implementation of the action plan to end and prevent the recruitment and use of children in armed conflicts. We are aware that there is still a lot of work to be done, but there has been significant progress. Regarding the humanitarian situation, we regret that clashes between factions of the Sudan Liberation Army/Abdul Wahid have produced new displacements in Jebel Marra.”

   2018-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8202 (2018) · source

2. “At the outset, we stress the positive aspects highlighted in the Secretary-General's report, mainly in the field of security, which has remained stable, as in past reporting periods. The fact that no major confrontations have occurred between the Sudanese Government and the rebel groups of Darfur is essential to maintaining stability and focusing the efforts of the Government and UNAMID on consolidating peace and advancing the political process in order to address the root causes of the conflict, including land ownership, and driving development in Darfur. We also note the progress made in the Government- led weapons-collection campaign. We believe that this process helps to improve the security situation in Darfur. Its success is critical to bolstering security in communities and to stable and sustainable peacebuilding.”

   2018-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8202 (2018) · source

3. “Mr. Inchauste Jordan (Bolivia) (spoke in Spanish): We thank the Joint Special Representative for Darfur and Head of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID), Mr. Jeremiah Mamabolo, for his comprehensive introduction of the Secretary-General's bimonthly report Organization (S/2018/154). Through him, we also commend the work that the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur is conducting on the ground. Finally, we thank Ambassador Joanna Wronecka for her 90-day report on the activities of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1591 (2005) concerning the Sudan. As this is the first time she has spoken in the Chamber in her capacity as Chair, we wish her every success in her duties, and we express our support for this session of the Committee's work.”

   2018-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8202 (2018) · source

4. “We wish also to highlight the other opportunities for dialogue that could make it possible to reach further compromises to achieve a definitive end to hostilities, such as the Sochi national dialogue, which is aimed at strengthening the Geneva political process, with respect for the unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Syria and its right to choose its own political, economic and social system without any external pressure or interference.”

   2018-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8195 (2018) · source

5. “As we have stated previously, we believe that if our aim is to alleviate the suffering of the Syrian people in the face of armed violence, the Security Council has the major challenge of maintaining its unity so as to ensure that this organ's decisions are implemented. We reiterate that the solution to this conflict can be found only through an inclusive political process based on dialogue and coordination, led by the Syrian people and for the Syrian people, that will make it possible to reach a peaceful solution among all parties involved. With this in mind, we wish to highlight the various forums for dialogue, specifically the Astana process, at which de-escalation zones were agreed on that must be respected by all parties. We will be closely following the next round of the process.”

   2018-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8195 (2018) · source

6. “We wish to underscore once again the need for continued cooperation and coordination among the Syrian Government and the various humanitarian assistance agencies, so that the delivery of humanitarian assistance can be effective, especially in hard-to-reach areas, and to prevent administrative obstacles from derailing or negatively affecting the deployment of the required humanitarian assistance. We also stress the need to begin, as soon as possible, humanitarian mine-clearing in areas that require it, in particular in the city of Raqqa, to allow the return in dignified and safe conditions of people who were forced to flee their homes because of the conflict.”

   2018-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8195 (2018) · source

7. “My delegation would like to express once again its gratitude to the delegations of Sweden and Kuwait for their work in promoting the unanimous adoption of resolution 2401 (2018), which imposes a cessation of hostilities throughout Syria, which is as urgent as it is necessary. We urge the parties to implement the resolution immediately in order to speed up access of humanitarian assistance without any restrictions, allow urgent medical evacuations and the entry of humanitarian convoys, and ensure the protection of hospitals and medical facilities, especially in eastern Ghouta, Idlib and north of Hama.”

   2018-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8195 (2018) · source

8. “Mr. Inchauste Jordan (Plurinational State of Bolivia) (spoke in Spanish): We thank Mr. Lowcock, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs, and Mr. Jeffrey Feltman, Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs, for their respective briefings. Once again, we would like to say how appalled we are at the terrible situation suffered by the Syrian people, as the past two months have been the most violent since the start of the conflict, and civilians, primarily women and children, are the ones that are suffering the gravest consequences of this intensification of the war. We call the attention of the Security Council to the continuing violations of international law, especially international humanitarian law and international human rights law, as these attacks have targeted civilian infrastructure such as hospitals, schools and homes.”

   2018-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8195 (2018) · source

9. “In conclusion, we would like to express our sincere thanks to the United Nations team, UNMISS and humanitarian actors for their dedicated and committed work in the difficult environment of South Sudan.”

   2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8192 (2018) · source

10. “We also welcome the conclusions of the special report of the Secretary-General on the renewal of the mandate of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan. We believe that we must give priority to strengthening the political process in the country, support humanitarian access, take measures to prevent violations of the status of forces agreement, fight impunity and support the establishment of the Hybrid Court for South Sudan under the leadership of the African Union. We also believe that the possibility of adopting a more efficient model that takes advantage of the full capabilities of United Nations staff in the field should be explored. We must also review the mandate of the Regional Protection Force in order to adapt it to the current environment.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8192 (2018) · source

11. “Millions of refugees and internally displaced persons face a lack of basic services, food insecurity and the outbreak of diseases such as cholera, together with the potential threat of famine in some parts of the country. We are also concerned about the many challenges that lie ahead this year. We call on the international community to cooperate with OCHA to ensure the provision of humanitarian assistance in South Sudan. Similarly, we believe that it is essential that a good operational environment be provided for humanitarian workers and the United Nations Mission in Southern Sudan (UNMISS). We call on Government and opposition forces to guarantee security for humanitarian actors throughout the country and allow for unrestricted access for humanitarian aid.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8192 (2018) · source

12. “We emphasize the inclusiveness of the process and encourage the parties to continue to follow that path. While there are differences on key issues such as governance and transitional security arrangements, the parties need to engage constructively with the process, which we hope will resume as soon as possible. In the same vein, we call for compliance with theagreement on the cessation of hostilities, the protection of civilians and humanitarian access, which is fundamental to the continuation of the second phase of the Forum. Furthermore, the humanitarian situation remains alarming. The data presented by the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) show us a very difficult reality, in which around 60 per cent of the population will need humanitarian assistance in 2018.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8192 (2018) · source

13. “We in the Security Council have agreed that the only way out of this conflict will be through a process of inclusive and sincere political dialogue among the parties that leads to compliance with the 2015 Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan. Accordingly, we welcome IGAD's leadership and commitment to the people of South Sudan. Despite the difficulties that lie ahead, IGAD continues to strive to bring the Government and the opposition groups to the table for dialogue. It is clear that this kind of process will not produce positive results until the parties take their commitments seriously and demonstrate genuine political will to see them implemented. We welcome the progress that has been made in the second phase of the High-level Revitalization Forum on the peace process in South Sudan.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8192 (2018) · source

14. “We would like once again to express our concern about the difficult security situation, the slow progress in the process of political dialogue and, above all, the precarious humanitarian conditions in South Sudan, all of which compounds an already difficult economic situation. Against that complicated backdrop, we are aware that it is very difficult to find an immediate solution, especially in the light of the deep divisions between the parties. It is necessary for regional organizations, the United Nations and the international community to unify their efforts and work in the same direction with clear objectives in mind.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8192 (2018) · source

15. “Mr. Inchauste Jordan (Plurinational State of Bolivia) (spoke in Spanish): My delegation thanks Assistant Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations Bintou Keita for her introduction of the special report of the Secretary-General (S/2018/143). Likewise, we also welcome the presence of the Special Envoy for South Sudan of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), His Excellency Mr. Ismail Wais. We thank him for his briefing today and take this opportunity to express our delegation's full support for the work he has been doing to make it possible for dialogue and the negotiation of a political settlement in South Sudan to succeed.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8192 (2018) · source

16. “The parties must also be urged to comply with the provisions of resolution 2216 (2015). For all those reasons, we reiterate our call for the Council to maintain a unanimous and firm stance in condemning the belligerent acts and campaigns that exacerbate the crisis in Yemen and give rise to a dangerous instability that threatens the lives of the 27 million innocent people living in the country. We call on the States and international actors with influence on the parties and stakeholders involved to exercise their good offices to prevent the crisis from becoming the greatest failure of the Organization since its establishment.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8191 (2018) · source

17. “In that context, we are concerned about the reports of the precarious situation in which health-care centres must operate, such as the Hays hospital, the main health-care centre of Hudaydah governorate, which has not functioned since 10 December, when it was seriously damaged by aerial bombardments. Bolivia echoes the statement of the Secretary- General on 3 December calling on the parties to restore access to all ports and to re-establish the entry of the imports on which the lives of 22 million people, who urgently need some kind of humanitarian assistance, depend. The Security Council must be clear when calling on all parties to ensure the full and continuous operation of all ports, airports and their access roads, in particular to Hudaydah and Saleef seaports and Sana'a airport.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8191 (2018) · source

18. “The worrying increase in bellicose language and activities have created a highly precarious situation in Yemen, putting more than three fourths of the population in need of urgent humanitarian assistance just to survive. It is essential to ensure and to facilitate access for, and the free movement of, cooperation and humanitarian aid agencies to provide the assistance and medical care needed to deal with the outbreak of cholera in 22 of the 23 governorates, which, according to the briefing that we have just received, has infected more than 1 million people and caused more than 2,200 deaths. In addition to that, there is the dangerous spread of diphtheria, which, according to the World Health Organization report of 10 February of this year, has led to more than 1,000 suspected cases and 64 deaths linked to the disease.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8191 (2018) · source

19. “There is evidence for that in the alarming increase in violence in Hudaydah governorate, which has caused the displacement of more than 14,000 families since the beginning of this year, now unfortunately added to the more than 85,000 people who have been forced to leave their homes since December 2017, leading to a total of more than 2 million internally displaced persons today. Furthermore, the reports from the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs say that the road that links the people of Al-Jarrahi and Hays in Hudaydah governorate is blocked, and other reports state that anti-personnel mines may have been planted along it. That situation constitutes an imminent threat to the civilian population travelling along it or using it to flee the clashes, as well as to convoys delivering humanitarian assistance that rely on it.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8191 (2018) · source

20. “We are once again driven to lament the fact that, despite the Security Council's repeated calls to the parties to resume a political dialogue, as well as the tireless efforts of the international community to mitigate the severe humanitarian crisis that is overwhelming Yemen, we are again witnessing a dangerous escalation in armed clashes, with a high humanitarian cost. It is deeply regrettable that the presidential statement (S/PRST/2017/7) adopted on 15 June 2017 by the Security Council, which calls on the parties to commit to guaranteeing immediate and unrestricted access for humanitarian assistance, agreeing to a ceasefire and initiating dialogue with a view to reaching a political solution to the conflict, has been completely ignored and violated by the parties.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8191 (2018) · source

21. “Mr. Inchauste Jordan (Plurinational State of Bolivia) (spoke in Spanish): At the outset, we would like to thank the Special Envoy of the Secretary- General for Yemen, Mr. Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed, for his briefing. We thank and commend him for his hard work. We would also like to affirm our support to the new Special Envoy, Mr. Martin Griffiths, whose task will be focused on bringing together the parties and reaching a political solution to the conflict. I would also like to thank Mr. John Ging for his detailed briefing on this critical situation.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8191 (2018) · source

22. “We also regret the fact that there was no attempt to reach agreements that allowed for a balanced text and emphasized the situation that Yemen is experiencing. Moreover, the tendency to involve other regional actors in the crisis that Yemen is undergoing, based on the argument that new members of the Council have yet to reach an agreement, is irresponsible. Lastly, my delegation is concerned about the fact that there have again been attempts to use the Security Council as a political tool with clearly unilateral agendas that run completely counter to the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations.”

    2018-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8190 (2018) · source

23. “Mr. Inchauste Jordan (Plurinational State of Bolivia) (spoke in Spanish): Bolivia voted against draft resolution S/2018/156, submitted by the United Kingdom, because during the only consultations the draft resolution did not enjoy the support of all the members of the Council and, despite the repeated remarks and concerns expressed, including breaking the silence, such considerations were not taken into account. In addition, before today's meeting, Bolivia supported the proposal of a technical rollover that would make it possible to overcome the impasse. Bolivia will not apologize to anyone for defending the principles in which we believe, in particular the sovereign equality of States. We regret that further consultations did not take place in order to ensure a text that took the remarks of all members into account.”

    2018-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8190 (2018) · source

24. “In conclusion, we believe that the full and committed involvement of the international community and of all the parties is of utmost importance. In this vein, it is essential to continue strengthening the bases to cooperate on the permanent stabilization of Burundi in the framework of the purposes and principles enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations and with strict respect for the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of Burundi with a process led by and for Burundians.”

    2018-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8189 (2018) · source

25. “To that end, we call on host countries to relocate refugees far from the borders in cases in which they do not want to return, in accordance with the 1951 Convention relating to the Status of Refugees. We encourage the international community to continue financing the humanitarian response programme in Burundi and we call on the countries that imposed sanctions to consider lifting them, since unilateral sanctions run counter to the Charter of the United Nations, constitute a violation of international law and have been shown to have negative consequences on the lives of vulnerable groups, such as women and children, as well as a negative impact on the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals.”

    2018-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8189 (2018) · source

26. “We encourage it to continue to build a peaceful environment that contributes to the development of Burund and we commend its decision to host the twentieth summit of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern African in April, which also testifies to the calm currently being enjoyed in the country. We welcome the voluntary return of refugees. We call on host countries to continue facilitating their return in cooperation with the Government and the High Commissioner for Refugees and to continue supporting the return programme, since it is hoped that 60,000 refugees will return over the course of this year. We believe that conditions ensuring a voluntary, informed, dignified, safe and permanent return to their places of origin must be guaranteed.”

    2018-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8189 (2018) · source

27. “We also welcome the joint statement of the nineteenth summit of the Heads of State of the Community of East African States, issued on 23 February, which expressed gratitude for the work of the facilitator and the mediator of the inter-Burundian dialogue. We also commend the EAC for its commitment through this statement to finance, within its possibilities, the dialogue process. We agree that the EAC should continue to lead this process. We note the efforts of the Government of Burundi to restore peace following the 2015 crisis and we highlight the fact that the security situation remains stable.”

    2018-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8189 (2018) · source

28. “We highlight that progress and we call on the parties to continue with the inclusive dialogue and work on the points of divergence in order to reach a negotiated political agreement and to promote national reconciliation. Similarly, we praise the work the Office of the Special Envoy carried out during the meeting in providing technical assistance to the facilitator. We acknowledge the work of the EAC, the Special Envoy of the African Union, the Chair of the Burundi configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission and the United Nations country team. We encourage them to continue their work and to coordinate their efforts in order to achieve better cooperation and continue to support the EAC-led mediation.”

    2018-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8189 (2018) · source

29. “We encourage all the parties to support the facilitation efforts led by Tanzania's former President, Mr. Benjamin Mkapa, and President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda, in accordance with the Arusha Peace and Reconciliation Agreement, which should continue to be the cornerstone of this process. We also call on the parties to implement the road map proposed by Mr. Mkapa in order to reach consensus and create appropriate conditions for a peaceful environment during the upcoming elections, which will take place in 2020. In that regard, we appreciate the efforts made during the fourth dialogue meeting, held in Arusha from 27 November to 8 December last year, which resulted in a summary of 19 points of convergence.”

    2018-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8189 (2018) · source

30. “Mr. Inchauste Jordan (Plurinational State of Bolivia) (spoke in Spanish): Bolivia would like to thank Mr. Michel Kafando, Special Envoy of the Secretary-General, and the Permanent Representative of Switzerland, Ambassador Jiirg Lauber, in his capacity as Chair of the Burundi configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission, for their briefings. Bolivia values and supports the Special Envoy's efforts to continue the Inter-Burundian Dialogue in an inclusive environment. In that regard, we see positive developments in his work during his visits to Burundi and Tanzania with national stakeholders, including the Government authorities in Bujumbura, and his consultations with the facilitator of the Dialogue appointed by the East African Community.”

    2018-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8189 (2018) · source

31. “We thefaffirm our support for the Geneva process and the achievements made in Astana, of which the agreements must be upheld by all parties. Moreover, we have high expectations that the various forums of dialogue, such as the Sochi dialogue, can contribute to the achievement ofa final and lasting peace.”

    2018-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8188 (2018) · source

32. “The delegations of Sweden and Kuwait have demonstrated strong leadership and resolve up to the very last moment to reach an agreement. Similarly, we wish to acknowledge the effort and commitment shown by the Russian Federation and the parties involved, as well as all members of the Security Council during the negotiation process. In recent days, my delegation has expressed its position on the matter at hand, and today we do so once again. Consensus and unity within the Security Council are pivotal if we are to improve the humanitarian situation in Syria, which is why we commend the consensus reached today. We reiterate that there can be no military solution to the situation and that the only way forward is through inclusive political dialogue.”

    2018-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8188 (2018) · source

33. “Mr. Inchauste Jordan (Plurinational State of Bolivia) (spoke in Spanish): Seven years have elapsed since the beginning of this war, and the suffering of the Syrian people continues to worsen. The numerous human lives lost in recent weeks add to the more than 500,000 lost since the beginning of the conflict. We believe that while military tactics prevail over a political solution, there can be no lasting peace, and consequently it will be civilians, especially women and children, who will continue to be subjected to unnecessary suffering. For that reason, we commend the adoption of resolution 2401 (2018), and hope that its timely and effective implementation will help to alleviate the suffering of the Syrian people. My delegation underscores and commends the arduous work undertaken by the penholders.”

    2018-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8188 (2018) · source

34. “In conclusion, we welcome the active and ongoing support of regional and subregional organizations, the participation of the African Union, the Economic Community of Central African States, the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region and the panel of facilitators of the African Initiative for Peace and Reconciliation, whose political efforts towards peace and cooperation are of paramount importance to the process of reconciliation, with strict respect for the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of the Central African Republic. Central Africans are primarily responsible for achieving peace and stability in their country.”

    2018-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8187 (2018) · source

35. “We condemn all acts to incite violence - in particular on ethnic or religious grounds - that undermine peace, stability and security in the Central African Republic. Once again, we call on all armed groups to lay down their weapons, put aside sectarian interests of all kinds that hinder fruitful dialogue, and reach agreements that are in the interests of the civilian population and the stability of the country. In addition, we call on them to fully commit to the process of demobilization, disarmament and reintegration. We urge the Central African Republic to implement its national programme on demobilization, disarmament and reintegration. We underscore the efforts of and the support provided by MINUSCA and the United Nations Mine Action Service. We highlight the work of both entities in the area of humanitarian demining.”

    2018-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8187 (2018) · source

36. “Similarly, we highlight the new prefectural administration, the approval of the national budget for 2018 and the development of a strategic framework for security sector reform. We commend the Government of the Central African Republic, led by President Touadera, on its quest for reconciliation, inclusive dialogue and understanding among the parties. We also welcome ongoing efforts to restore the court system and the progress made to end impunity, including the condemnation of armed groups, the operationalization of the Special Criminal Court, the demilitarization of the prison system and the development of a strategic framework for security sector reform. We reiterate the importance of equal participation in all these areas and within the overall peace process.”

    2018-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8187 (2018) · source

37. “In that regard, and in order to increase their efficiency, we encourage them to implement the recommendations of the internal report regarding the special investigation concerning the protection of civilians, so that they may effectively carry out their mandate in accordance with resolution 2387 (2017). We also reiterate that sexual exploitation and abuse are unacceptable, and we support MINUSCA in continuing its efforts to ensure compliance with the zero-tolerance policy. Despite the complicated context of the security situation, we highlight the progress in the protection of civilians, the strengthening of State authority, inter-institutional cooperation, the training of the Central African armed forces, inter alia. Such activities genuinely strengthen the peace process, and should be built upon and fully implemented.”

    2018-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8187 (2018) · source

38. “That is why we are calling on the international community to continue its support so as to address the population's growing need for the humanitarian assistance and provide financing that is predictable and sustainable. Furthermore, Bolivia condemns the constant attacks perpetrated by armed groups against civilians, MINUSCA and the peacekeeping forces. We value and salute the members of the Mission - the military, police and civilian personnel - who are working in a volatile and high-risk environment. We commend the Mission's efforts to identify regions where additional capacity is needed to protect the civilian population, in particular its strategy for the prevention of violence in connection with migration.”

    2018-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8187 (2018) · source

39. “According to the latest report of the Secretary- General, approximately 50 per cent of the population in that country depends on outside assistance to survive, and 2.5 million Central Africans require urgent humanitarian assistance, 100,000 more than in the previous period. The number of internally displaced persons increased by 70 per cent in 2017, reaching a total of 1.2 million people, the highest rate in the history of the Central African Republic. Food insecurity has increased and currently affects one out of every two people. Approximately 500 schools closed at the end of 2017 due to insecurity, including in some regions where there are now no schools open.”

    2018-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8187 (2018) · source

40. “Mr. Inchauste Jordan (Plurinational State of Bolivia) (spoke in Spanish): We are grateful for the report of the Secretary-General (S/2018/125) presented by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for the Central African Republic, Mr. Parfait Onanga- Anyanga, and we take this opportunity to reiterate our full support for its recommendations. We also take this opportunity to thank all of today's briefers. The ongoing violence promoted by the armed groups, the asymmetrical attacks and the constant inter-ethnic and intercommunal confrontations driven by the competition to exert control over the territory and its natural resources show that work still needs to be done in the area of security and are factors that aggravate the critical humanitarian situation on a daily basis.”

    2018-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8187 (2018) · source

41. “We call upon the international community to support its work and unite efforts to effectively implement resolution 2365 (2017). With regard to efforts conducted by Iraq to identify areas where mass graves might be located and to recover and return Kuwaiti property, we take note of the remains founds in Basra and Najaf, and we the support role of the International Committee of the Red Cross. We call upon the international community to provide support to build capacity within the Iraqi Government to identify mass graves and increase and enhance technical skills for improved forensic testing. Finally, we encourage the parties involved to redouble their efforts to deliver tangible results and give continuity to the process of reconciliation in Iraq and Kuwait.”

    2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8184 (2018) · source

42. “We hope that the legislation and legal mechanisms required for the electoral process in May this year will be developed in a participatory and inclusive manner by and for Iraqis, with a view to holding orderly, peaceful and transparent elections. We believe that we must step up efforts to ensure the dignified and safe voluntary return of more than 6 million internally displaced persons, and enable them to return to their homes, regain control of their lives and participate freely in the electoral process. The clearing and removal of explosive remnants of war is essential, as the security of the population is indispensable to the process of reconstruction. Once again, we underscore the efforts of the United Nations Mine Action Service in Iraq.”

    2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8184 (2018) · source

43. “We hope that the pledges will improve the plight of the Iraqi people by prioritizing their development, stability and prosperity. Nonetheless, in spite of such progress, we regret that asymmetrical attacks that claim the lives of innocent civilians still occur. During the reporting period, at least 108 people were killed and more than 240 wounded, including women and children. The plight of more then 1,500 Yazidi women and children still under the control of Da'esh remains a concern that must be addressed as soon as possible. We take note of the electoral calendar adopted by the Council of Representatives.”

    2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8184 (2018) · source

44. “In addition, we underscore that, in line with the mandate outlined in resolution 2379 (2017), the Secretary-General and the Government of Iraq agreed on the terms of reference to establish an investigative team to determine those responsible for atrocities committed by Da'esh and bring them to justice before Iraqi courts. We firmly believe that the establishment of an investigative team, led by a special adviser, is crucial to combat impunity, make amends to the victims and bolster reconciliation efforts. Similarly, amid efforts to rebuild Iraq, we underscore Kuwait's support and willingness to cooperate, as demonstrated by its hosting of the International Conference for Reconstruction of Iraq on 12 to 14 February.”

    2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8184 (2018) · source

45. “We begin by commending the Iraqi security forces on their Victory over Da'esh, which was announced by Iraq's Prime Minister, Mr. Haider Al Abadi, on 9 December 2017. We reiterate our sincere gratitude to the Iraqi security forces and to the entire Iraqi population for their courage, sacrifice and resolute fight against terrorism on our behalf. That significant achievement should lead to greater unity among all sectors in society. To that end, political actors and the Government must focus on eliminating sectarian and divisive rhetoric, and call for unity and reconciliation in an effort to achieve stability and reconstruction in Iraq.”

    2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8184 (2018) · source

46. “Mr. Inchauste Jordan (Plurinational State of Bolivia) (spoke in Spanish): At the outset, I would like to welcome Sheikh Sabah Khalid Al Hamad Al Sabah, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of the State of Kuwait, who is presiding over today's meeting of the Security Council. We thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), Mr. Jan Kubis, for his briefing. We appreciate and support his efforts in carrying our the duties entrusted to him. Similarly, my delegation thanks UNAMI for its important and outstanding efforts in discharging its mandate. We encourage it to continue to foster dialogue and coordinate efforts to strengthen the process for peace and reconciliation in Iraq.”

    2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8184 (2018) · source

47. “In conclusion, we would like to reiterate once again that in a time of political, institutional and social crisis, ensuring the welfare of the population and especially its most vulnerable sectors should be the overriding interest guiding Guinea-Bissau on a path to permanent stability.”

    2018-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8182 (2018) · source

48. “We therefore support the recommendation in the Secretary-General's report that the mission's mandate be renewed for another year. We also commend the work being done by the Guinea-Bissau configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission, appropriately chaired by Brazil, and we emphasize the importance of strengthening its coordination, information exchange and active collaboration with the Security Council, in accordance with the relevant General Assembly and Security Council resolutions. We continue to encourage the initiative of the Women's Forum for Peace. The efforts of women in Guinea-Bissau to achieve a political solution shows that a gender perspective and female participation in mediation and dialogue at all levels are essential.”

    2018-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8182 (2018) · source

49. “We acknowledge the active participation of the African Union, the Economic Community of West African States and its Mission in Guinea- Bissau, the European Union, the Community of Portuguese-speaking Countries and UNIOGBIS, through its Special Representative, and their ongoing efforts to achieve a rapprochement between the conflicting parties. We believe that UNIOGBIS's work, focused on initiatives aimed at creating opportunities for dialogue and facilitating cooperation in the security and political sectors with the goal of forming an inclusive Government, must be reinforced. It will be crucial to increase the Office's capacity to use peaceful means to deal with the crisis if it is to have more effective and efficient results.”

    2018-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8182 (2018) · source

50. “We urge that the agreements be definitively consolidated in line with the inclusive national dialogue, which would enable Government members, the political parties represented in the National Assembly and every sector of civil society to arrive at a consensus and implement the agreements constructively through a legitimate commitment to achieving a lasting political and social solution whose sole aim is benefiting the people of Guinea-Bissau, in strict respect for their sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity.”

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