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Ion Jinga

lines on the record: 54
first: 2020-05-27
most recent: 2021-05-19
sittings or episodes: 7
sources: un-security-council

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“Romania will always be a steady partner and supporter of the countries of Africa in their quest for peace, security, democracy and development.”
2021-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/490 (2021) · source
“The annual session of the Peacebuilding Commission held on 12 November 2018 had as its central theme “Strengthening and perpetuating peace in the Sahel region”, while the links between climate change and the consolidation and perpetuation of peace in the Sahel region were for the first time discussed in an annual joint meeting of the Commission and the Economic and Social Council, upon Romania’s initiative. The hard times we face represent a powerful wake-up call for all of us and an opportunity to reaffirm our trust in multilateralism, international law, a rules- based order and democratic values. Only by working together, by investing in our interdependent resilience will we be able to overcome the global challenges.”
2021-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/490 (2021) · source
“The culture of peace should be deeply rooted through democracy, access to justice and respect for human rights. Creating lasting peace and security involves the participation of men, women and youth. Women and youth should be more often included in peace negotiations and reconciliation processes. One of the priorities of Romania’s mandate at the helm of the United Nations Peacebuilding Commission in 2018 was to keep international attention focused on the real challenges facing the Sahel region, analyse the political, social, economic, security and environmental challenges in the region and consider the way in which States Members of the United Nations can contribute in a coherent, coordinated and active way to solving them.”
2021-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/490 (2021) · source
“In this respect, Africa needs to attract foreign direct investments, generate employment, facilitate economic integration and improve access to education, innovation and digitalization. Romania fully supports African countries in their aspirations for democracy, good governance, responsive institutions and the rule of law. As an active participant in both European Union- and United Nations-led peace missions in Africa, my country welcomed resolution 2457 (2019), which endorsed the African Union’s initiative to end violent conflicts in Africa and joined the Secretary-General’s call for a global ceasefire. In this respect, it is of paramount importance to strengthen confidence-building measures and to enhance the early-warning, conflict-prevention and mediation capacities of the African continent.”
2021-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/490 (2021) · source
“As the Secretary-General pointed out, “At this critical moment, vaccine equity is the biggest moral test before the global community.” In Africa and elsewhere, peace and development are interrelated and cannot thrive without full respect for human rights and good governance. Post-COVID-19 recovery is an opportunity to build back better and take important steps forward on the path towards fulfilling the goals set forth in the African Union’s Agenda 2063: The Africa We Want, and the Sustainable Development Goals. Africa has enormous human potential, and the time has come to make best use of the talent and dedication of its peoples and thereby fulfil their aspirations.”
2021-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/490 (2021) · source
“Other African partner countries for development were Burkina Faso, Mali, the Niger, Malawi and Uganda. Romania has also made voluntary contributions to the African Union. Progress in vaccine access has been uneven, and countries affected by conflict and insecurity are particularly at risk of being left behind. Romania co-sponsored resolution 2565 (2021), calling for strengthening international cooperation and supporting such multilateral approaches as the COVAX facility and other relevant initiatives, in order to facilitate equitable and affordable access to COVID-19 vaccines in armed-conflict situations, post-conflict situations and complex humanitarian emergencies.”
2021-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/490 (2021) · source
“In support of the Team Europe Initiative’s financial package and the United Nations Global Humanitarian Response Plan for COVID-19, more than 70 per cent of the projects sponsored under Romania’s 2020 national annual plan for international cooperation for development and humanitarian assistance have been redirected to respond to the more urgent needs resulting from the pandemic. My country therefore reoriented several projects in 2020 towards responding to health emergencies in sub-Saharan Africa. The first three partner countries for the development activities last year were the Democratic Republic of Congo, representing 18 per cent of the total budget of the annual plan, the United Republic of Tanzania, representing 10 per cent, and Zambia, also representing 10 per cent.”
2021-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/490 (2021) · source
“Equitable access to safe, efficient, and affordable COVID-19 vaccines is essential to putting things back on track in Africa and all around the globe. We commend the efforts of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention to coordinate a continent-wide response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Romania has stepped up to help combat the impact of COVID-19 beyond its borders, having joined the Coronavirus Global Response pledging initiative and the European Union’s efforts aimed at delivering on international vaccine solidarity.”
2021-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/490 (2021) · source
“Electoral systems have been put under stress in a number of places in Africa, while terrorist and armed groups have sought to exploit the pandemic and create instability. The continent’s economic conditions have been additionally strained by lower commodity prices, tourism revenues and remittances. Food security remains a matter of concern, particularly in conflict- affected areas. The pandemic underlined once again the instrumental role played by such home-grown solutions as the African Union’s “Silencing the Guns in Africa by 2020” initiative, aiming at achieving a conflict-free Africa, preventing genocide, making peace a reality for all and freeing the continent from wars, violent conflicts, human rights violations and humanitarian disasters.”
2021-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/490 (2021) · source
“Romania aligns itself with the statement delivered on behalf of the European Union and its member States (annex 24). I would like now to make a few remarks in my national capacity. Many around the globe experienced the past year as the worst year since the Second World War. The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic generated a global economic crisis with an array of direct and indirect effects on unfolding conflicts with increasing tensions and political violence, threatening the progress that had already been achieved. Armed conflicts, ethnic divides and inequality between groups remain a harsh reality in Africa and elsewhere, creating long-term divisions that have an impact on the effectiveness of peacebuilding efforts.”
2021-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/490 (2021) · source
“The signing, in September, of the Framework Agreement between the European Union and the United Nations for the Provision of Mutual Support in the context of their respective missions and operations in the field is a concrete step forward in advancing the Organization’s Action for Peacekeeping initiative and the Declaration of Shared Commitments on United Nations Peacekeeping Operations, as strengthened partnerships are vital to effective and efficient mandate delivery. Strong and effective multilateralism can only exist by leveraging the competitive advantages of regional and subregional organizations. Romania will continue to call for enhancing cooperation between United Nations and these organizations in the quest for peace, prosperity and security for all.”
2021-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/394 (2021) · source
“Under Romania’s chairmanship of the PBC, the Commission’s cooperation with the AU was institutionalized — for the first time — following an interactive dialogue between the PBC and the African Union Peace and Security Council on 18 July 2018. As a State member of the European Union, Romania is keen to contribute to strengthening synergies between the EU and the United Nations. In May 2019, Romania organized a seminar, entitled “United Nations-EU regional organizations cooperation in the field of peacekeeping operations and crisis management”, in order to identify concrete ways to increase the effectiveness of the interaction between the United Nations and the EU or other regional organizations in the field of peacekeeping operations through better coordination, allocation of resources and complementarity of mandates.”
2021-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/394 (2021) · source
“The special importance that Romania attaches to the subject we are discussing today was also reflected in our priorities as Chair of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) in the period from January 2018 to January 2019 — promoting a regional approach in the work of the Commission; strengthening partnerships with regional and subregional organizations, particularly the African Union (AU), as well as with international financial institutions, such as the World Bank and the African Development Bank, and with civil society organizations; implementing peacebuilding and peacekeeping by supporting conflict-affected countries throughout the process, S/2021/394 S/2021/394 from prevention to reconstruction and development.”
2021-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/394 (2021) · source
“Romania ranks today among the top European Union (EU) contributors of police officers under the United Nations flag, and is the only United Nations Member State that provides close protection units for senior United Nations dignitaries in high-risk areas. My country has always emphasized that the effective protection of civilians in armed conflicts increases if we engage and cooperate with regional and subregional organizations. Enhancing cooperation between United Nations and different organizations helps to reduce fragmentation and is more effective than work in silos, which too often has slowed down actions and reactions to the needs on the ground. Cooperation adds value not only to the efforts aimed at resolving crises, but also to those meant to prevent conflicts and build confidence.”
2021-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/394 (2021) · source
“I would like to recall that the first resolution adopted by the Security Council on the cooperation between the United Nations and regional organizations — resolution 1631 (2005), of 17 October 2005 — was a Romanian initiative. Recently, Romania, as Chairman of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation Organization, promoted resolution 75/12, regarding the cooperation of this regional organization with the United Nations, which was unanimously adopted by the General Assembly on 23 November 2020. Since joining the United Nations in 1955, Romania has invested heavily in preventive diplomacy, conflict prevention, peacebuilding and mediation. Over the past 30 years, my country has participated in 25 United Nations peacekeeping missions, with more than 12,500 military, police and close protection officers.”
2021-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/394 (2021) · source
“Chapter VIII of the Charter is as relevant today as ever, with many regional and subregional organizations having long histories of engagement in conflict prevention, mediation, peacekeeping and peacebuilding, and with others becoming increasingly active in those areas. Today, the role of regional organizations is unanimously accepted as a way to ensure the coherence of endeavours to promote peace, security and global development. Regional and subregional organizations have deep knowledge, unique insights and strong local networks, which are critical for mediation, planning a peacekeeping operation or building lasting peace.”
2021-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/394 (2021) · source
“The pandemic has revealed again the essential need for global, regional and bilateral cooperation. It proved once more that we are all living in a highly interconnected world where a local problem can soon become one with global impact that first requires a local and regional ability to respond. The founders of the Charter of the United Nations were visionary in foreseeing a world where the United Nations and regional organizations worked together to prevent, manage and resolve crises. This unique cooperation between United Nations and regional and subregional organizations has been continuously contributing to enhancing the rules-based international order.”
2021-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/394 (2021) · source
“In our approach, phenomena such as radicalization, violent extremism and terrorism must be tackled through a holistic approach that is able to address the root causes of problems through integrated solutions. As a principled approach, Romania also considers that the response to terrorism must be articulated taking into account the imperative of respecting human rights and fundamental freedoms. Therefore, we have to ensure that a comprehensive response, including the adoption of protection, support and assistance measures, is provided.S/2021/48”
2021-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/48 (2021) · source
“In Romania, the prevention of and fight against terrorism are carried out in accordance with the provisions of the international conventions on the repression of terrorism, to which our country is a party, as well as in observance of the international regulations and domestic legislation on human rights. We also support all efforts to discourage any type of propaganda for extremist ideologies, as well as the online dissemination of mobilization and terrorist-attack methodologies. Romania is firmly committed to international counter-terrorism efforts both as a member of the European Union and within the United Nations, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and NATO.”
2021-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/48 (2021) · source
“Terrorist organizations have proved capable of obtaining their own revenue, primarily through criminal activities such as drug trafficking, smuggling networks, kidnapping for ransom or extortion of local populations. However, when they lack the necessary financial resources, they are capable of carrying out low-cost attacks with a significant impact, causing human suffering and immense loss of life. As a consequence, preventing and combating the financing of terrorism has become a crucial pillar of the fight against terrorism, and we fully support all international and regional measures adopted to prevent and combat that major threat.”
2021-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/48 (2021) · source
“Such attacks target the fundamental values and human rights that underlie the United Nations, given that all citizens have the right to a life without fear. In the current international context, which is marked by the multiplication and diversification of terrorist-related threats that pose serious risks to international peace and security, our national role as well as our role as responsible actors in the global community is of paramount importance. We remain strong supporters of efforts to resolve crises and conflicts, considering that terrorism is global by nature and that any area of unresolved conflict or tension may ultimately contribute to the emergence and fuelling of terrorism. In that regard, we condemn the actions of terrorist groups against the United Nations presence — peacekeeping missions and programmes — in the field.”
2021-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/48 (2021) · source
“Romania aligns itself with the statement submitted by the European Union delegation on behalf of the European Union and its member States (annex 36). On the occasion of the twentieth anniversary of resolution 1373 (2001), Romania reiterates its strong condemnation of all acts of terrorism, regardless of their motivation or manifestation, and is determined to fight that scourge as long as necessary and in accordance with international law and United Nations principles. We all remember with deep sorrow the difficult context of the adoption of that resolution. The attacks we have witnessed since the terrorist attacks of 11 September 2001 have shown the extent of the threat that we face from all forms of terrorism.”
2021-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/48 (2021) · source
“Gender equality, the empowerment of all women and girls and the realization of all their human rights will be essential to overcome current and future crises and build more equal, inclusive and resilient societies for all. Together as the international community, we need to be ambitious and continue to drive the changes needed to create the same enthusiasm that made the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000) and the Beijing Platform for Action possible over two decades ago.”
2020-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1084 (2020) · source
“In this regard, we welcome the recent resolution 2538 (2020), on women in peacekeeping. We must strive to fully implement the women and peace and security agenda in peacekeeping operations in order to increase performance and accountability, improve the safety and security of peacekeepers and, last but not least, ensure that a policy of zero-tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse is in place, in line with the Secretary-General`s strategy to prevent and end this type of misconduct. To this end, on 5 November 2020, Romania will organize an international conference entitled “Gender Equality — 20 years after the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000): The impact on the security and defence sector”. This event will take place under the auspices of the South-Eastern Europe Defence Ministerial Process.”
2020-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1084 (2020) · source
“Furthermore, Romania successfully deployed its first female engagement team in Afghanistan where, owing to the status of women in that country, male soldiers were prohibited from interacting with the female population. As a result, female personnel were pulled from other duties and pressed into service to create an interface with the 50 per cent of the local population that is female so as to better understand their needs. Women peacekeepers have proven that they can perform the same tasks as male peacekeepers under the same difficult conditions and that they can also improve the operational efficiency by engaging with local female communities. Their presence S/2020/1084 S/2020/1084 in sensitive areas may constitute a model for local women and a determinant factor for the latter to get involved in all aspects of decision-making.”
2020-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1084 (2020) · source
“As an active participant in missions sponsored by NATO, the EU, the United Nations and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, Romania understands and fully integrates gender dimensions in all aspects of national and international security and stability, and, as a result of the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000), 25 per cent of Romanian police officers and 15 per cent of Romanian military personnel participating in missions around the globe are women. Their expertise and important role have constantly been acknowledged. Romanian female officers have received the International Female Police Peacekeeper Award and have been appointed to leading roles within United Nations missions.”
2020-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1084 (2020) · source
“While there have been notable achievements in this field since the year 2000, more remains to be done, since women and girls are still not adequately represented. Rebuilding societies affected by conflict and crises should be based largely on women’s contributions, considering that they are among the most affected. Peacekeeping and peacebuilding, enshrined in multilateralism and symbols of international solidarity in the promotion and maintenance of international peace and security, are among the most effective tools at our disposal.”
2020-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1084 (2020) · source
“Acknowledging the importance of resolution 1325 (2000), Romania has devised multiple national action plans for the resolution’s implementation. The most recent plan, adopted in July this year, established a national implementation group responsible for consolidating cooperation and consultation with international organizations and civil society, as well as with monitoring and increasing the efficiency of Romanian institutions in relation to the execution of the provisions outlined in the resolution. The renewed support for increasing the representation of women in mediation teams, political transitions and peace processes at all levels, and in close consultation with women’s groups at local and international levels, was deemed crucial for the full and comprehensive implementation of the women and peace and security agenda.”
2020-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1084 (2020) · source
“Romania aligns itself with the statement submitted by the European Union (EU) (annex 38). As we mark the twentieth anniversary of the adoption of the resolution 1325 (2000), on women and peace and security, and the twenty-fifth anniversary of the adoption of the Beijing Platform for Action, it is unfortunate that these momentous occasions are undermined by the coronavirus disease pandemic, which disproportionately affects women and girls by severely affecting their safety and livelihoods, as well as by exclusion and underrepresentation. The full and equal participation of all women and girls is essential and has a direct impact on achieving peaceful and sustainable societies. We must enable and include their voices, perspectives and considerations in all processes and outcomes.”
2020-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1084 (2020) · source
“Robust and effective multilateralism can exist only through respect for multilingualism and through the wise use of the competitive advantages of each organization with universal or regional objectives.”
2020-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/893 (2020) · source
“It is a successful project, which is developing organically and contributes to the achievement of our objectives. In addition, since 2014, the school has been part of the Francophone Expertise and Training Network for Peace Operations of the International Organization of la Francophonie. There are many other areas where the United Nations and the OIF can cooperate more closely, such as the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the fight against climate change and youth and gender equality. In each of those areas, the OIF has great projects that are well-aligned with our common objectives within the United Nations. We are convinced that this is the right time to relaunch successful cooperation between the United Nations and the OIF in the service of peace, security and development, for a strong and active multilateralism.”
2020-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/893 (2020) · source
“In our view, the effective communication of uniformed personnel in the language of the local population is essential, and it contributes to fulfilling fundamental operational tasks. Communicating in French with local actors and civilians promotes increased confidence in the personnel of United Nations missions. A good illustration of the pragmatic cooperation between the United Nations and the OIF is the International Superior Course of the Mihai Viteazul Gendarmerie School of Applications, in Bucharest. For more than 10 years, the course, which is accredited by the Department of Peacekeeping Operations and supported by France and the OIF, has been training high-level officers from about 40 countries for United Nations peace missions in French-speaking areas.”
2020-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/893 (2020) · source
“Most of the peacekeeping missions under the auspices of the United Nations are deployed in the francophone space. At the same time, the francophone space has demonstrated that it has the will, capacity and instruments to effectively support United Nations action in favour of peace and development. With regard to peacekeeping, Romania is strongly committed to qualitative and quantitative progress in French-speaking theatres of operation. Concretely, a significant part of the Romanian uniformed personnel is currently deployed in Mali, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Central African Republic. The training of future peacekeeping personnel in the field is very important for the success of the missions.”
2020-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/893 (2020) · source
“Since taking up her new position less than two years ago, Ms. Mushikiwabo has given a strong impetus and new energy to the OIF. Under her leadership, the OIF is becoming more pragmatic, more committed to finding answers to the major global policy issues and more effective. For example, today, she led the work of the Groupe de réflexion sur les orientations et la gouvernance de la Francophonie, which is tasked with proposing a new vision, adapted to the current context, on the objectives and activity of the OIF. In recent years, especially after the adoption, in 2000, of the Bamako Declaration, which established the benchmarks for the organization’s political action, the OIF has asserted itself on the international political scene. We all need systematic and close cooperation between the United Nations and the OIF.”
2020-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/893 (2020) · source
“There is a long tradition of productive and multidimensional cooperation between the United Nations and the OIF, particularly with regard to early warning, conflict prevention, peacekeeping and post-conflict reconstruction. It is essential for all of us to continue to strengthen that cooperation. Romania is the flagship State of the OIF in central and eastern Europe and was among the countries that initiated and promoted resolution 1631 (2005), on cooperation between the United Nations and regional organizations. Given that the OIF is an organization with a universal vocation, it is all the more important that cooperation between the United Nations and the OIF becomes an integral part of our efforts to consolidate peace, security and development. We greatly appreciate the participation of the Secretary-General of the OIF in our meeting.”
2020-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/893 (2020) · source
“We warmly welcome the initiative of the Niger, as President of the Security Council, to organize this open debate of the Council on an important and topical issue. This timely initiative is being launched by the country where the birth certificate of the francophone movement was signed 50 years ago. Moreover, the former President of the Niger, Hamani Diori, is one of the founding fathers of the International Organization of la Francophonie (OIF). In that context, we also welcome the organization by Tunisia of the next OIF summit, which will undoubtedly contribute to strengthening francophone action throughout the world.”
2020-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/893 (2020) · source
“We strongly believe that we can do that by adopting people-centred and conflict-sensitive responses and by giving countries the opportunity to renegotiate their social contracts through inclusive and comprehensive dialogue. Secretary-General António Guterres spoke about the need for networked multilateralism in which the United Nations works hand-in-hand with regional organizations, international financial institutions, development banks, specialized agencies and civil society to bring multilateralism to the people. Obviously, the international community is going through a crisis, but we have now the unique opportunity to come together and shape the “future we want, the United Nations we need” by pooling our energy, capacities and skills.”
2020-08-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/799 (2020) · source
“Nowadays, the practice of cooperating with regional organizations has been institutionalized as one of the cornerstones of the peace and security architecture, but Romania was the first country to enshrine that item on the Council’s agenda, in 2005. As we mark the seventy-fifth anniversary of the United Nations this year, and as we find ourselves confronted with different and more complex challenges, this crisis highlights the opportunity to build back better. The pandemic has made inequalities and fractures in society all the more obvious, making it easier for Governments to target specific objectives in an effort to rebuild.”
2020-08-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/799 (2020) · source
“Additionally, we encourage the continuing involvement of regional and subregional organizations, and emphasize the importance of using their existing and potential capabilities to address the pandemic. Owing to their knowledge of their respective regions, regional organizations are well-positioned to understand their specific dynamics. They also offer a deep and accurate portrayal of regional perspectives and dynamics. The whole international community can benefit from the experiences of different regional organizations to develop best practices and approaches to development and security concerns. Romania has been a steadfast supporter of regional organizations. In 2005, under the Romanian presidency of the Council, we promoted the very first United Nations resolution on cooperation with regional organizations, resolution 1631 (2005).”
2020-08-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/799 (2020) · source
“Despite the dire picture, we believe that crises can reveal opportunities. At the institutional level, we are of the view that the PBC, in its advisory role to the Security Council, can provide the Council with particular insights on regional and country-specific situations. The PBC has a unique capacity to foster greater coherence and coordination, thus contributing to building stronger partnerships among the various national, regional and international actors. We reiterate our strong support for the United Nations peacebuilding architecture and the 2020 peacebuilding architecture review process and their instrumental role in creating synergies among security, political and development actors.”
2020-08-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/799 (2020) · source
“The pandemic has brought to light that the root causes of instability, violence and conflict can run the entire political, development and human rights spectrum. Hence, the humanitarian development-peace nexus must be the framework within which the United Nations system, Member States, specialized agencies and other relevant actors should work to achieve inclusive sustainable development and sustain peace. An adequate response requires a whole-of-system and whole-of-society approach. We must step away from thinking in silos. In that connection, we salute the Secretary-General’s efforts towards a United Nations-wide response, and we stand behind the measures proposed in his policy papers to address the impact of the pandemic by using a multidimensional and cross-pillar response.”
2020-08-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/799 (2020) · source
“Resolution 2532 (2020) recognizes that the COVID-19 pandemic is likely to endanger international peace and security. Disruptions have already been noticed across the United Nations system, impacting peacekeeping operations and special political missions and affecting the work of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC). The pandemic has the potential of tipping countries over the edge into violent conflict, especially countries emerging from conflict or fragile States. In that context, we stand fully behind the Secretary-General’s appeal for a global ceasefire. Warring parties need to step back from hostilities, silence the guns and concentrate on the common enemy, the pandemic. By opening precious windows for diplomacy, as the Secretary-General himself has stated, the ceasefire could create more opportunities for building peace.”
2020-08-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/799 (2020) · source
“As has been reiterated, the pandemic is adding yet another layer of complexity to already fragile situations. The pandemic is not merely a health crisis. Its direct and indirect consequences, including unemployment, food insecurity, lack of access to basic services and the inability to send remittances, can act as risk multipliers and increase tensions and fuel instability. By exacerbating the drivers of conflict, the pandemic directly undermines the social fabric of societies. Its corrosive effects span the social, economic and political dimensions. The way in which we address this unprecedented challenge will represent one of the biggest tests for our global solidarity and our capacity to react collectively. We are of the view that the pandemic poses a significant threat for hard- won peacebuilding and development gains.”
2020-08-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/799 (2020) · source
“I would like to commend the Indonesian presidency for having convened this timely high-level open debate of the Security Council on “Pandemics and the challenges of sustaining peace”. Allow me also to express my deep appreciation for the informative briefings given by Secretary-General António Guterres; Mr. Ban Ki-moon, former Secretary- General; and Ms. Sarah Cliffe, Director of the Center on International Cooperation at New York University. Romania aligns itself with the statement delivered on behalf of the European Union. I will make now a few remarks in my national capacity. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating effect worldwide, affecting in particular vulnerable communities — women and children, people with disabilities, the marginalized, displaced persons and refugees — and exacerbating already existing inequalities.”
2020-08-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/799 (2020) · source
“The culture of protection has been instilled in the mindset of our peacekeepers within the process of pre-deployment training and also in the field. Our uniformed officers are involved in all three tiers of the protection of civilians: first, protection through dialogue and engagement; secondly, the provision of physical protection; and, thirdly, the establishment of a protective environment. Romania supports the recommendations contained in the Secretary-General’s report and will continue to advocate and act for the protection of civilians in armed conflicts, in close collaboration with all relevant actors.”
2020-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/465 (2020) · source
“In line with the Secretary-General’s Action for Peacekeeping initiative, the Ministry of National Defence has made a substantial contribution in the past year to fulfilling Romania’s commitments, deploying in Mali, between October 2019 and October 2020, a detachment of helicopters for medical evacuation and transport operations in support of the Malian armed forces. Currently, the Romanian military and police officers are deployed in four United Nations missions with a mandate to protect civilians — the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali, the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic, the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the United Nations Mission in South Sudan.”
2020-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/465 (2020) · source
“Romania has been a solid contributor to peacekeeping operations for more than 29 years, deploying in that period approximately 13,000 military staff, police officers and close-protection units. Romania upholds its responsibilities in offering well-prepared and trained officers. In doing so, we organize — prior to the deployment of contingents under the United Nations flag — a rigorous three-month training programme in which the protection of civilians and respect for human rights are central themes. We have also placed particular emphasis on incorporating a gender perspective across operations.”
2020-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/465 (2020) · source
“Thirdly, concerning the fight to end impunity, we recognize the primary responsibility of States to promote and ensure accountability and, at the same time, we remain convinced of the promise embodied by the International Criminal Court (ICC) to address the impunity gap for the most serious crimes. Romania continues to encourage the widest possible participation in the Rome Statute and reiterates its support for the Court and its calls for enhanced cooperation with the ICC. Closing an important gap in the Court’s jurisdiction, in December 2019 the Assembly of States Parties to the Rome Statute adopted an amendment to the Statute to include the war crime of intentionally using the starvation of civilians as a method of warfare in non- international armed conflicts. Romania was a co-sponsor of the amendment.”
2020-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/465 (2020) · source
“The strategy is designed to be implemented both at the domestic level and during participation in international missions. At the international level, Romania has endorsed the Safe Schools Declaration; the Paris Commitments to protect children from unlawful recruitment or use by armed forces or armed groups, and the Principles and Guidelines on Children Associated with Armed Forces or Armed Groups; the Vancouver Principles on Peacekeeping and the Prevention of the Recruitment and Use of Child Soldiers; the Kigali Principles on the Protection of Civilians; and resolution 2286 (2016), concerning the protection of the wounded and sick and of medical and humanitarian personnel engaged in medical duties.”
2020-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/465 (2020) · source
“It can comprise advancing political dialogue, pursuing reconciliation processes and strengthening security sectors, as well as economic recovery and social development. Secondly, when prevention has failed, ensuring respect for international humanitarian and human rights law is the guarantor that even in the face of war human dignity is still upheld and parties may find ways to coexist once hostilities have ended. That should be even more stringent in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic by guaranteeing protection to health-care workers, facilities and transport. In implementing our commitments, Romania is among the States that have adopted a strategy on the implementation of international humanitarian law, which contains clear regulations on the protection of civilians.”
2020-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/465 (2020) · source