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Ishikane Kimihiro

lines on the record: 203
first: 2020-04-23
most recent: 2021-10-19
sittings or episodes: 39
sources: un-security-council

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“Furthermore, Japan recognizes the critical role of the International Humanitarian Fact-Finding Commission in upholding international humanitarian law and reaffirms its support to the Commission. Japan is determined to continue making every effort for the protection of civilians in armed conflict, including through securing essential health care. We will continue to work closely with other Member States, the United Nations system, international humanitarian organizations and civil-society organizations to contribute to this endeavour.”
2021-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/505 (2021) · source
“In February, Japan made a contribution of $6.6 million to the World Food Programme, the International Organization for Migration and the ICRC to protect the people affected by the military operations in the Tigray region of Ethiopia. This assistance will enable essential health-care facilities to be repaired and 50,000 internally displaced persons to receive medical support, including mental health care. Medical supplies, including hygiene products, will be provided to 28 health-care centres. Japan firmly believes that international humanitarian law provides a robust legal basis for the protection of civilians in armed conflict. The Security Council must ensure that the key provisions of international humanitarian law are respected.”
2021-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/505 (2021) · source
“Japan strongly condemns such heinous attacks against aid workers. As a champion of resolution 2286 (2016), Japan has made continuous efforts to ensure its full implementation, in partnership with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). In Afghanistan, Japan has supported efforts to prevent and mitigate violations against medical missions and to ensure access to health-care services, in coordination with parties to conflict. In Iraq and South Sudan, Japan has promoted awareness-raising campaigns among weapons bearers, authorities and communities to sensitize them to the humanitarian consequences of attacks against medical workers. Japan is committed to protecting and promoting health care on the ground.”
2021-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/505 (2021) · source
“The safe and unimpeded access of humanitarian personnel is a matter of high priority, particularly during the coronavirus disease pandemic, as recognized in resolution 2565 (2021), in which the Security Council urges all parties to protect the delivery of humanitarian aid for essential services concerning vaccinations and medical care. The Council must use its influence to the fullest extent to facilitate the implementation of the relevant Security Council resolutions. In December 2019, Dr. Nakamura Tetsu, the physician and founder-director of a Japanese humanitarian non-governmental organization, was killed in a terrorist attack along with his Afghan colleagues in Jalalabad. Dr. Nakamura devoted himself for decades to the promotion of health-care service and agricultural development for the Afghan people.”
2021-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/505 (2021) · source
“I would like to begin by thanking China for convening this important meeting. I also thank the Secretary-General for his report on the protection of civilians in armed conflict (S/2021/423) This year marks the fifth anniversary of resolution 2286 (2016), on health care in armed conflict, to which Japan contributed as a co-penholder in 2016. It is regrettable that, according to the Secretary-General’s report, we continue to witness increased attacks against medical and humanitarian personnel and their facilities in conflict zones.”
2021-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/505 (2021) · source
“To support the efforts of the troop- and police-contributing countries and the Secretariat in these areas, Japan recently made a contribution of $2.8 million to the training and capacity-building programmes of the United Nations C4ISR Academy for Peace Operations as well as the United Nations telemedicine project under the Triangular Partnership Programme. Japan also decided to contribute more than $4 million to UNMAS for enhancing the counter-IED and EOD capabilities of the Somali Police Force in order to provide a safer environment for African Union and United Nations peace operations as well as for the people of Somalia. Japan stands ready to continue its efforts aimed at enhancing the safety and security of peacekeepers.”
2021-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/501 (2021) · source
“With regard to medical capacity, improving the medical capacities of field missions is also critical. We urge the Secretariat to continue to hold and develop relevant medical training courses, keep an adequate posture for medical and casualty evacuation, and make necessary medical expertise available to peace operations through the telemedicine system, in accordance with the 0-10-1-2 concept. In addition, we encourage troop- and police-contributing countries to ensure that their peacekeepers have undergone the relevant training courses and are equipped with the necessary medical kits.”
2021-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/501 (2021) · source
“We commend the efforts of the Secretariat to introduce high-end equipment and systems using emerging technologies through partnerships with Member States. We also encourage the Secretariat to continue to institutionalize integrated analysis and planning, including through the implementation of the Comprehensive Planning and Performance Assessment System. With respect to countering improvised explosive devices, IEDs pose a serious threat to several United Nations peace operations, especially in Mali, Somalia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Adequate training and capacity-building on counter-IED and explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) should be provided to police- and troop-contributing countries as well as to host State authorities. In this regard, we highly value the role of the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS).”
2021-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/501 (2021) · source
“I thank the Chinese presidency for convening today’s important open debate. At the outset, I would like to pay tribute to all the peacekeepers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in conducting their missions. Ensuring the safety and security of peacekeepers is a high priority for Japan. I would like to highlight three specific points today: intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR); countering improvised explosive devices (IEDs); and medical capacity. With regard to ISR, if we are to improve the safety and security of peacekeepers, it is essential to enhance the situational awareness of United Nations peace operations by utilizing innovative ISR technologies and integrated analysis and planning.”
2021-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/501 (2021) · source
“In conclusion, Japan will continue to be a reliable partner for Africa in support of its efforts to build back better from COVID-19, achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the African Union’s Agenda 2063, and address the root causes of conflict in the continent. Looking ahead to the eighth Tokyo International Conference on African Development to be held next year in Tunisia, Japan renews its commitment to further promote the partnership for African development.”
2021-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/490 (2021) · source
“To support such efforts, Japan has been promoting the New Approach for Peace and Stability in Africa (NAPSA), launched in 2019 at the seventh Tokyo International Conference on African Development. It aims to address the root causes of conflict and terrorism through supporting institution-building. Under the NAPSA initiative, Japan provides support to the Sahel subregion. As a new member of the Coalition for the Sahel, Japan has been lending assistance to peacekeeping training centres, promoting capacity-building in police and justice sectors and providing vocational training to the youth in order to prevent their radicalization. At the second ministerial meeting of the Coalition for the Sahel in March, Japan announced a new humanitarian and development assistance package of about $80 million.”
2021-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/490 (2021) · source
“In response to the COVID-19 crisis, Japan has provided more than $350 million of assistance to Africa, including the provision of medical equipment. Beyond emergency preparedness and response, drastic measures are needed to prevent future pandemics through strengthening health sector governance and service delivery. Over the years, Japan has engaged in building resilient and inclusive health systems in Africa by supporting the capacity-building of medical practitioners and policymakers and improving medical facilities. The promotion of universal health coverage should remain an essential pillar for ensuring human security and leaving no one behind. Building effective, accountable and inclusive institutions based on the principles of African ownership, is the key to peace and stability in Africa.”
2021-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/490 (2021) · source
“In the light of the recurring waves of new infections due to the COVID-19 variants, we must concentrate, first and foremost, on promoting vaccination and strengthening health systems in Africa, which are the foundation for any post- pandemic recovery. In that context, Japan will co-host the Gavi COVID-19 Vaccine Global Access (COVAX) Advance Market Commitment Summit on 2 June in an effort to close the financial gap for vaccines within the framework of the COVAX Summit, and meet the target of delivering up to 1.8 billion doses this year. Japan also recently announced that it would provide $27 million of emergency grant aid to help equip African countries with cold-chain networks for transporting vaccines in order to ensure equitable access to them for people from all walks of life.”
2021-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/490 (2021) · source
“I thank the Chinese presidency for having convened this important meeting and the Secretary-General, the Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme and other briefers for their remarks. The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic continues to pose a threat to human security and to generate widespread and cross-cutting challenges to the survival, livelihood and dignity of individuals around the globe. Government resources are overstretched, adversely affecting the most vulnerable people, including women, youth and minorities. It has increased fragility on the African continent, further exacerbating the multifaceted root causes of conflict, such as poverty, inequality, political instability, intercommunal hostility and violent extremism.”
2021-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/490 (2021) · source
“Japan is convinced that the issues regarding the Middle East peace process can never be solved through violence but only through negotiations, based on relevant Security Council resolutions and the internationally agreed parameters, as well as through the efforts to build mutual trust between the parties to the conflict. Japan calls on all the parties concerned to make the utmost efforts to that end. Japan supports the ongoing mediation efforts aimed at ending further escalation and is determined to continue its diplomatic efforts together with the international community.”
2021-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/480 (2021) · source
“At the outset, I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to the Special Coordinator of the Secretary-General for the Middle East Peace Process, Tor Wennesland, for his briefing. Japan expresses its deep concern about the deteriorating situation surrounding Israel and Palestine. In particular, we have seen the indiscriminate launching of rockets on a daily basis by Palestinian militants and the ensuing military operations by the Israel Defense Forces, which have caused a large number of civilian casualties on both sides. Japan strongly condemns such acts of violence and extends its condolences to the victims and their families. To end the vicious cycle of violence as early as possible and to prevent harrowing casualties among innocent civilians, Japan strongly urges all parties to exercise maximum restraint.”
2021-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/480 (2021) · source
“Japan is determined to continue making every effort to ensure the protection of objects indispensable to the survival of the civilian population in armed conflict. We will continue to work closely with other Member States, the United Nations system, international humanitarian organizations and civil-society organizations to contribute to that endeavour.”
2021-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/415 (2021) · source
“In March, Japan made a contribution of more than $30 million to the International Committee of the Red Cross for its emergency and rehabilitation activities in the framework of the COVID-19 pandemic to provide water services and improved access to medical care to the victims of armed conflict, for example, in Syria, Afghanistan, Yemen, South Sudan and Somalia. Also in March, Japan contributed approximately $4.5 million to UNICEF’s operations in Syria, including the reconstruction of water and sewerage systems, to improve access to safe water and sanitation for the population of eastern Ghouta. It also supports health clinics for women and children by providing medical equipment.”
2021-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/415 (2021) · source
“Nakamura Tetsu, a representative of a Japanese humanitarian non-governmental organization, was killed in a terrorist attack along with his Afghan colleagues in the eastern part of Afghanistan, when he was travelling in a car to monitor his irrigation project. Dr. Nakamura devoted himself for decades to health-care services and agricultural development for the Afghan people. He strongly believed that peace and stability in and the reconstruction of the country cannot be achieved without building a solid basis for the food and water supply. Japan strongly condemns that heinous attack against that aid worker, whose sole motive was to assist civilians and their livelihoods. Japan is committed to actively contributing to the protection of civilians and objects indispensable to their survival.”
2021-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/415 (2021) · source
“Despite that resolution and the subsequent resolution 2417 (2018), on conflict and hunger, adopted in 2018, it is regrettable that we continue to witness repeated attacks against medical and humanitarian personnel and their facilities in conflict zones. Most recently in February, the Council adopted resolution 2565 (2021) and urged all parties to protect infrastructure critical to the delivery of humanitarian aid for essential services concerning vaccinations and related medical care. The Security Council must use its powers to the fullest extent in order to facilitate the implementation of those resolutions. In December 2019, Dr.”
2021-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/415 (2021) · source
“The civilian population cannot survive without, for example, medical facilities, wastewater management and sanitary systems, and energy systems. The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic is striking hardest the weakest segments of society, including those people affected by armed conflict, and has brought to light the importance of maintaining essential medical services for people fighting the virus in already fragile conflict situations. The relevant medical facilities and access to medical services must be protected from attacks and destruction. This year marks the fifth anniversary of resolution 2286 (2016) on health care in armed conflict, to which Japan contributed as a co-penholder in 2016.”
2021-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/415 (2021) · source
“I would like to begin by thanking Viet Nam for having convened this important meeting. I would also like to thank all the briefers, including the Under- Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator and the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, for their briefings. As a staunch supporter of the concept of human security, Japan attaches great importance to the theme of today’s debate: the protection of objects indispensable to the survival of the civilian population. A wide range of objects and services are indispensable, not limited to those listed in article 54 of Additional Protocol I to the Geneva Conventions — foodstuffs, agricultural areas for the production of foodstuffs, crops, livestock, drinking-water installations and supplies and irrigation works.”
2021-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/415 (2021) · source
“Following successful elections in Palestine, Japan will be committed to making even greater efforts to build mutual trust between the parties so as to create positive momentum towards the realization of peace in the Middle East.”
2021-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/404 (2021) · source
“Based on trilateral dialogues between Japan, Palestine and Israel, Japan will further facilitate the project to help build confidence among the parties. The Conference on Cooperation among East Asian Countries for Palestinian Development (CEAPAD) is another key initiative spearheaded by Japan. Despite the difficult times resulting from the pandemic, Japan has seen tangible progress on future business between Palestine and Indonesian companies, which was facilitated in a business- to-business event under a CEAPAD trade development initiative. Japan once again reiterates its support for a two-State solution, with Israel and a future independent Palestinian State living side by side in peace and security.”
2021-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/404 (2021) · source
“It will also strengthen the roles and mission of UNRWA, to which Japan attaches great importance and has lent substantial support. Japan will continue its efforts in cooperation with the international community, including the United States. In recognition of the Palestinians’ long-standing aspirations to statehood, Japan will continue to help the parties build confidence and to provide assistance for Palestinians’ State-building efforts. We will also continue to promote our own initiatives to that end. The Jericho Agro-Industrial Park is the flagship project of Japan’s Corridor for Peace and Prosperity initiative. As of today, 16 local Palestinian enterprises have started businesses there, employing approximately 200 Palestinian workers.”
2021-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/404 (2021) · source
“Palestine is no exception, and the pandemic is compounding the already difficult situation for the Palestinian people. Japan welcomes the cooperation between Israeli and the Palestinian authorities to combat the pandemic, such as Israel’s vaccination campaign for more than 10,000 Palestinians working in Israel. In addition, Japan highly values the invaluable work of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) in support of the Palestinian people, and commends its efforts to mitigate the negative impacts of COVID-19. In that regard, Japan welcomes the announcement by the United States regarding the resumption of aid to the Palestinians, which includes $150 million in humanitarian assistance for UNRWA. Japan believes that this aid will contribute to improving Palestinians’ livelihoods.”
2021-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/404 (2021) · source
“The first of the series of elections in Palestine, announced by presidential decree on 15 January, will be for the members of the Palestinian National Council, and will take place on 22 May. Japan believes that the holding of this first election will mark an important step towards establishing a future democratic and independent Palestinian State. We urge all parties to ensure the successful holding of those elections in a free, fair and inclusive manner, such that the Palestinian residents of the Gaza Strip and East Jerusalem are guaranteed a vote. Japan is ready to support this important event, including by dispatching an election observation team. The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) continues to pose serious risks to human security — threatening people’s survival, livelihoods and dignity around the world.”
2021-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/404 (2021) · source
“First and foremost, I would like to reaffirm Japan’s commitment to a two- State solution based on the relevant Security Council resolutions and internationally agreed parameters. Although there has been progress on cooperation between the Israeli and Palestinian authorities, including with regard to security, Japan shares international concerns about continued worrisome developments on the ground, such as settlement activities in the West Bank and violence by both Israelis and Palestinians. Japan calls upon all parties to halt any activity that could hinder the full realization of peace in the Middle East. Democratically elected Palestinian leaders and Government are also a prerequisite to realizing a two-State solution.”
2021-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/404 (2021) · source
“Japan is committed to playing its part, in close cooperation with partners in the region and beyond, in bringing about the early recovery of peace and the democratic process that reflects the wishes of the people of Myanmar.”
2021-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/394 (2021) · source
“Japan and ASEAN will work together closely for peace and stability, including on conflict prevention and resolution, in the region. This month, Japan and Viet Nam co-hosted the meeting of the Experts Working Group on Peacekeeping Operations in the framework of the ASEAN Defense Ministers’ S/2021/394 Meeting Plus. Both countries plan to hold a joint exercise on peacekeeping operations in 2023, which will contribute to United Nations peacekeeping. Japan has also supported the establishment and functioning of the ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance on Disaster Management over the last decade, which has steadily contributed to peace and stability in the region. Last but not least, Japan appreciates and welcomes the efforts made by ASEAN to resolve the ongoing situation in Myanmar.”
2021-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/394 (2021) · source
“Joining the Coalition for the Sahel, we announced a new humanitarian and development assistance package of about $80 million at its ministerial meeting last month. Japan also supports peacekeeping training centres and extends assistance for human resources development in police and justice sectors in many African countries. Looking ahead to TICAD VIII, to be held in Tunisia next year, Japan will further support Africa’s efforts under NAPSA. In 2019, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) published the “ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific”, which is intended to build strategic trust in the region. Japan and ASEAN have reaffirmed that the outlook and Japan’s concept of a free and open Indo-Pacific region share fundamental principles, and Japan fully supports the Outlook.”
2021-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/394 (2021) · source
“Japan supports the enhanced role of regional and subregional bodies in the maintenance of peace and security, in line with the principles of the United Nations, such as the peaceful settlement of disputes and the rule of law. We believe these entities, together with the people and the Governments of the countries concerned, can and should play an indispensable role in sustaining and strengthening peace and stability by facilitating confidence-building measures and contributing to capacity- and institution-building. Since its launch at the seventh Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD) in 2019, Japan has promoted the New Approach for Peace and Stability in Africa (NAPSA) and supported African regional and subregional bodies.”
2021-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/394 (2021) · source
“For instance, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) provided good offices in response to the situation in Mali last summer while working closely with the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali. Cooperation between the United Nations and the African Union in Darfur and Somalia is another good example. Japan commends the African Union and subregional bodies in Africa, such as ECOWAS and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, for their strenuous efforts to realize peace and stability on the continent in partnership with the United Nations and other international partners.”
2021-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/394 (2021) · source
“As one of the co- initiators of the statement in support of the Secretary-General’s appeal, which was joined by 172 Member States and observers, Japan once again calls on all parties to conflicts to faithfully implement the global ceasefire, with the help of regional and subregional organizations, as appropriate. In fact, important synergies in the pacific settlement of local disputes can be achieved if the United Nations and regional and subregional organizations work in a complementary manner, in line with Chapter VIII of the Charter of the United Nations. Even during the pandemic, notable efforts have been made in that context.”
2021-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/394 (2021) · source
“I thank you, Mr. President, for convening this important meeting, and I am grateful to the briefers for their insightful remarks. More than a year has passed since the outbreak of the coronavirus disease, which continues to pose a serious threat to human security. Given the enormous impact of the pandemic, one of the most pressing actions for the international community to take should have been the full implementation of the global ceasefire that was called for by the Secretary-General and by subsequent Security Council resolutions. Sadly, in too many places, that has not happened.”
2021-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/394 (2021) · source
“Furthermore, Japan is committed to continuing to provide comprehensive support to women in conflict and post-conflict areas globally through the Japan International Cooperation Agency, the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict, UN-Women, the United Nations Population Fund and other international partners, with the conviction that the promotion of gender equality and women’s economic empowerment are the keys to preventing the occurrence and recurrence of sexual violence.”
2021-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/375 (2021) · source
“For example, a recent contribution to the United Nations Action and the Team of Experts is supporting their work in addressing the needs of children in Iraq born of sexual violence, including the issue of citizenship. As outlined in the Secretary-General’s report, this issue can be a hard nut to crack, but we will continue to provide support for the recovery of the dignity of the children and their mothers and their reintegration into their communities. Translating resolution 2467 (2019) into action is the first step in restoring the dignity of victims, providing them with appropriate protection and offering empowering opportunities to all who are affected. Japan will continue to actively contribute to this end.”
2021-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/375 (2021) · source
“The Team has been conducting its work in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Central African Republic, Somalia and Iraq, with the mandate of supporting investigations and prosecutions, legislative reform and capacity-building for judicial and security authorities, in close cooperation with the respective Governments, United Nations missions and country teams. For example, the Team’s tireless efforts in the Central African Republic have resulted in 22 cases of conflict-related sexual violence being brought to criminal court in 2019. Japan will continue working with the Team of Experts to hold perpetrators accountable and to bring justice to survivors. Japan’s support for the work of the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict extends beyond the prosecution of perpetrators.”
2021-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/375 (2021) · source
“Furthermore, through the United Nations Action against Sexual Violence in Conflict, a network of 15 United Nations entities chaired by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict with the mission of preventing conflict-related sexual violence and responding effectively to the needs of survivors, in 2020, Japan contributed to a project aimed at providing mental health, psychosocial and economic support to women victims in Somalia. Secondly, on the prosecution of perpetrators of sexual violence, Japan has, since 2014, provided financial support for the work of the Team of Experts on the Rule of Law and Sexual Violence in Conflict, which operates under the auspices of the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict.”
2021-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/375 (2021) · source
“First, on the survivor-centred approach, Japan became a board member of the Global Fund for Survivors of Conflict-Related Sexual Violence in 2020, and it contributed €2 million to ensure that survivors have access to reparations and redress globally. Since 2014, Japan has been contributing to the Trust Fund for Victims, which provides relief to the victims of crimes under the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court, and it has earmarked most of its contribution for support for survivors of sexual and gender-based violence.”
2021-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/375 (2021) · source
“I would like to express my appreciation to the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam for convening today’s important open debate on sexual violence in conflict. As the Secretary-General sets forth in his report (S/2012/312), sexual violence in conflict is being exacerbated by the coronavirus disease pandemic and is taking a heavy toll on new victims. The human security crisis caused by the pandemic is making the implementation of resolution 2467 (2019) all the more urgent. I would like to explain Japan’s efforts to address the issue of sexual violence in armed conflict, focusing on the priorities of resolution 2467 (2019), namely, the need for a survivor- centred approach and the prosecution of perpetrators.”
2021-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/375 (2021) · source
“This sentiment has been inherited by many in Japan and will continue to be the foundation of Japan’s solidarity with the people of Afghanistan. We will remain fully committed to supporting Afghanistan’s efforts to achieve sustainable peace.”
2021-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/291 (2021) · source
“At the 2020 Afghanistan Conference in Geneva, Foreign Minister Motegi announced that Japan would work to maintain its assistance from 2021 to 2024 at a level comparable to that of the past four years, or $180 million per year. As a first step, Japan announced its decision last month to provide $122.2 million to address the negative impact of the coronavirus disease and other humanitarian and development needs. This brings the total amount of Japan’s assistance since 2001 to $6.9 billion. The late Dr. Nakamura Tetsu dedicated more than 35 years of his life until his tragic assassination in Jalalabad in December 2019 to the reconstruction and development of Afghanistan. He called his ties with the country the “bonds of fate”.”
2021-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/291 (2021) · source
“We also believe that a sustainable political settlement to the conflict in Afghanistan requires the strong commitment and cooperation of neighbouring and regional countries, which must be well coordinated and harmonized with broader international efforts to support the Afghan stakeholders. In this context, Japan welcomes the appointment of Mr. Jean Arnault as the Secretary-General’s Personal Envoy on Afghanistan and Regional Issues. We strongly hope that Mr. Arnault and Ms. Lyons will work closely together to effectively coordinate international and regional support to the peace process. Japan is a long-standing partner of Afghanistan.”
2021-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/291 (2021) · source
“We are highly alarmed by the increasing number of targeted killings of civilians, including civil servants, journalists, human rights defenders, and religious leaders. Human security remains seriously threatened in this country. Japan strongly condemns these heinous attacks and urges all concerned parties to enact an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire. Japan believes that a sustainable peace in Afghanistan can only be achieved through an Afghan-led and Afghan-owned peace process, in which the voices of all segments of society are heard and taken into account. Political settlement must respond to the strong desire of Afghans, including women, youth and minorities, for lasting peace. Japan continues to support the Government of Afghanistan and its partners in their efforts to advance an inclusive peace process.”
2021-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/291 (2021) · source
“I thank you for convening this video-teleconference debate on Afghanistan. I also thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Ms. Deborah Lyons, for her briefing and her steadfast efforts to bring peace and stability to Afghanistan. Just over a year ago, the international community witnessed the historic signing of the agreement between Afghanistan and the United States of America, which paved the way for the long-awaited commencement of intra-Afghan negotiations in September. Six months on, we are watching the situation with both hope and anxiety. Although the parties remain engaged in the peace process, we continue to see the unbearable human toll among innocent Afghans on an almost daily basis.”
2021-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/291 (2021) · source
“We also decided to contribute $20.5 million to refugees, internally displaced persons and host communities in the Sahel region, where more than 668,000 people will have access to food and nutrition this year through the WFP. Japan is determined to continue making every effort to address food insecurity, particularly in situations of armed conflict. We fully support the Secretary- General’s initiative of the Food Systems Summit, which will take place during the General Assembly high-level week in September. Japan will also host the Tokyo nutrition for growth summit 2021 in December to accelerate global efforts to fight against malnutrition. We look forward to working closely with the United Nations in this endeavour.S/2021/250”
2021-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/250 (2021) · source
“The news was warmly welcomed by Japan, a major donor to the WFP, which contributed $196 million last year. At the beginning of this year, we decided to make an additional contribution of over $158 million to the WFP. Japan has been a consistent partner of the WFP to improve food security around the world, particularly to support the most vulnerable people affected by conflict. In Yemen, Japan decided to provide $25 million to the WFP this year to respond to the acute food crisis, ensuring nutritional support to over 2.8 million people. In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where the protracted conflict and violence have caused serious food insecurity, Japan decided to contribute over $8.3 million to the WFP this year to provide 66,000 people with emergency food assistance and 31,000 children with school meals for 10 months.”
2021-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/250 (2021) · source
“Despite the adoption of this resolution and the subsequent resolution 2417 (2018) on conflict and hunger, it is regrettable that we continue to witness increased attacks against medical and humanitarian personnel and their facilities in conflict zones. Safe and unimpeded access of humanitarian personnel to civilians under conflict continues to be a matter of high priority. The Security Council must use its influence to the fullest extent to facilitate the implementation of relevant Security Council resolutions and to ensure that the key provisions of international humanitarian law are respected. Japan wishes to take this opportunity to pay tribute to the World Food Programme (WFP) for its dedicated efforts to end global hunger, as the Nobel Committee did last year in awarding its Peace Prize to the organization.”
2021-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/250 (2021) · source
“I would like to begin by thanking the United States for convening this important meeting. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General and others for their briefings. As a staunch supporter of the concept of human security, Japan attaches great importance to access to quality nutrition across the world. Japan echoes the urgent need to respond to the deteriorating global food security situation resulting from the socioeconomic impact of the coronavirus disease, which has resulted in the highest number of undernourished people. Rapid and effective delivery of humanitarian assistance is needed. This year marks the fifth anniversary of resolution 2286 (2016), on health care in armed conflict, to which Japan contributed as a co-penholder in 2016.”
2021-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/250 (2021) · source