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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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“I would like to express Japan’s appreciation for the initiative of the Indonesian presidency to discuss this topic of great importance in the Security Council. Linkages between international terrorism and organized crime continue to pose a serious challenge and threat not only to human security, but also to international peace and security. The proceeds of organized crime, such as trafficking in person, illicit trade in arms and drugs, and kidnapping, are often an important source of funding for terrorists. To fully implement relevant Security Council resolutions, including resolution 2482 (2019), which calls upon Member States to redouble their efforts on this critical issue, Japan has been making every effort to counter both terrorism and organized crime and to synergize measures on both fronts.”
2020-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/791 (2020) · source
“In conclusion, I wish to emphasize that the United Nations must play a leading role in furthering international cooperation for robust action against climate- related risks in all their aspects. Japan will be an unwavering and active partner in that endeavour.”
2020-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/751 (2020) · source
“Any effort to minimize the negative impact of climate change on human security and social stability, including the climate-related security risk, must take mid- to long-term measures to promote sustainable development. Treating the symptoms alone will not suffice to stop climate change or conflict. Unless we build societies that are resilient, sustainable and free of inequality through the virtuous cycle of environment and growth, we cannot achieve peace and security. The Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction serves as the most effective instrument to build communities with resilience against natural hazards caused by climate change. Doing our best to implement the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, even in countries affected by conflict and in fragile situations, is the key to social stability.”
2020-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/751 (2020) · source
“We also need to consider and take comprehensive action — beyond sectoral silos — that fully take account of the interlinkages between peace and security, sustainable development, humanitarian needs and human rights. Recognizing that climate change is a threat to human security and global prosperity, as well as one of the complex contemporary challenges to international peace and security, Japan has promoted dialogue with seriously affected countries through the processes of the Tokyo International Conference on African Development, the Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting and the Japan-Caribbean Community framework. Japan committed to providing ¥1.3 trillion in 2020 — around $11.8 billion — to support developing countries affected by climate change.”
2020-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/751 (2020) · source
“Citizens living in the temperate zone, including Japan, also suffer almost every year due to floods and landslides triggered by torrential rainfall. In every corner of the globe, climate- related natural disasters are compromising human security. In some places where communities lack resilience, they become multiplier of risk for peace and security. In order to address the various challenges to human security, including those that may cause social instability, which could, in turn, impact peace and security, we need people-centred, comprehensive, context-specific and prevention-oriented responses that strengthen the protection and empowerment of all people and all communities.”
2020-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/751 (2020) · source
“The security implications of the effects of climate change and the climate-related security risk, referred to in the concept note (S/2020/725, enclosure) should be measured, in Japan’s view, by the level of burden they impose on people’s survival, livelihood and dignity. Adverse effects of climate change, such as water scarcity, drought, desertification, land degradation and food insecurity, severely impact the people in the Sahel and other arid regions. Sea-level rise and the erosion of coastlines threatens those in small island developing States, particularly in the event of large tropical cyclones such as Cyclone Harold, which hit the Pacific islands in April, and Hurricane Dorian, which ravaged the Caribbean coasts last summer.”
2020-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/751 (2020) · source
“I would like to express my appreciation to Germany for organizing this meeting on climate and security. Climate change, like the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), poses a threat to human security worldwide. It is of a different nature than the armed conflicts that the Council has always dealt with. However, as recognized in resolution 2349 (2017), on the Lake Chad basin region, climate change and ecological changes, among other factors, do have adverse effects on regional stability. Japan regards climate change just as it regards COVID-19 — through the lens of human security.”
2020-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/751 (2020) · source
“Japan is ready to play a positive role through its engagement with relevant international frameworks, including the Quartet. In the face of the unprecedented human security crisis caused by COVID-19, international cooperation that places people at the centre must be the way forward for peace in the Middle East.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“We are very concerned about the continued settlement activities by Israel, including the demolition of Palestinian-owned structures, which undermines efforts towards a peaceful resolution. If the application of sovereignty to the West Bank were to be unilaterally put into effect by Israel, irrespective of the territorial scope of such measures, it would severely undermine mutual confidence between the parties towards achieving a two- State solution and might lead to the destabilization of the region. We have conveyed this firm message to the Israeli side, including during the foreign ministers’ telephone conversation on 14 July. We reiterate our strong expectation that Israel will act in a sensible manner. The resumption of dialogue between the parties must be the priority.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“The Agency plays a vital role not only in meeting humanitarian needs, but also in regional stability. So far in 2020, Japan has contributed over $25 million to UNRWA, including about $1.5 million in response to the flash appeal for the COVID-19 response. We expect UNRWA to diversify its donors to realize a more stable financial base. To this end, in mid-June, Japan organized a virtual working-level meeting of the Conference on Cooperation among East Asian Countries for Palestinian Development and encouraged our Asian partners to continue supporting UNRWA. Japan remains committed to supporting a two-State solution. The conflict between the Israeli and the Palestinian sides should be resolved only through negotiations, based on relevant Security Council resolutions and known parameters.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“However, the numbers are growing, and we need to do more to contain the virus under the internationally concerted effort. Since the onset of this crisis, Japan has contributed around $10.8 million to international organizations, including UNICEF and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, to support Palestine’s effort to counter the pandemic. Japan highly values the role of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) in preventing the spread of COVID-19 in densely populated refugee camps. The Agency has again demonstrated its capacity to provide quality services. Japan commends all the front-line workers of UNRWA for their dedication in daily operations under such difficult circumstances.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) continues to pose a serious threat to human security around the world, including in the Middle East. Japan fully supports the ongoing efforts by all parts of the United Nations system to tackle the pandemic. As a co-initiator of the statement signed by over 170 Member States and observers in support of the Secretary-General`s appeal for a global ceasefire amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Japan strongly hopes that the recently adopted resolution 2532 (2020) will be respected in full by all relevant parties. Thanks to the efforts of both the Palestinian Authority and the Israeli Government, the number of COVID-19 infections, as well as the death toll in Palestine, remained relatively low during the initial stage.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“Lastly, Japan contributed $4.5 million to UN-Women to support its coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic response through four regional projects, which include activities to prevent and respond to sexual and gender-based violence. In the midst of this unprecedented human security crisis caused by COVID-19, we must work together to minimize its impact and build back a more resilient and inclusive society where all individuals, in particular the most vulnerable people and those most affected by conflict, are able to live in dignity and are duly protected and empowered. In this landmark year for women’s agendas, Japan reaffirms its unwavering commitment to redouble its efforts to end sexual violence in conflict. We look forward to working closely with the United Nations in that joint endeavour.”
2020-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/727 (2020) · source
“Japan will continue to support the Team of Experts to ensure accountability for perpetrators and to bring justice to survivors, both of which are key to preventing and deterring future crimes. Secondly, Japan is committed to addressing the needs of survivors of conflict- related sexual violence and empowering them, which is indispensable to ensuring a people-centred response. In that regard, Japan has provided assistance to United Nations action projects, such as one in Iraq to help children born of rape and their mothers, and another in Somalia that provides mental health and psychosocial services to women victims. Thirdly, Japan contributed €2 million this year to the Global Fund for Survivors of Conflict-Related Sexual Violence. As a Fund board member, Japan will continue to be actively engaged in its effective management.”
2020-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/727 (2020) · source
“First, since 2014, Japan has been providing financial assistance to the work of the United Nations Team of Experts on the Rule of Law and Sexual Violence in Conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Central African Republic, Somalia and Iraq, which is mandated to support the investigation, prosecution, legislative reform and capacity-building of judicial and security authorities, in close cooperation with respective Governments, as well as United Nations missions and country teams. Their work in the Central African Republic, for example, resulted in the bringing of 22 cases of conflict-related sexual violence to the criminal court in Bangui in December.”
2020-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/727 (2020) · source
“I would like to begin by thanking Germany and the Dominican Republic for convening this important high-level open debate on conflict-related sexual violence. I also wish to extend my appreciation to the Secretary-General for his report on this issue (S/2020/487). We will not tolerate any sexual violence in conflict. With that firm belief, Japan has been working closely with the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict and in partnership with other relevant organizations.”
2020-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/727 (2020) · source
“In conclusion, I would like to underscore that combating this pandemic requires greater international cooperation and solidarity and a comprehensive and coordinated international response. It also requires that the United Nations play a central role in this endeavour.”
2020-07-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/663 (2020) · source
“The pandemic has put this trust at stake, especially in already fragile and conflict-affected countries with weak institutions. Effective, accountable and inclusive institutions, whether in the security and judicial sectors or in socioeconomic fields, contribute to strengthening Governments’ credibility, reducing vulnerability, ensuring human security and nurturing people’s confidence that their Governments are respectful of their dignity. It is worthwhile considering stronger focus on institution-building in the ongoing review of the United Nations peacebuilding architecture, with the aim of realizing more effective system-wide support to countries affected by conflict, including through enhanced cooperation between the Security Council and the Peacebuilding Commission.”
2020-07-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/663 (2020) · source
“In April, Japan further decided to provide additional assistance in the amount of more than $1.4 billion in order to strengthen capacity in the health and medical fields, increase the flow of medical and other supplies to developing countries, and support vulnerable people including women and girls. Japan made a pledge of $300 million at the Global Vaccine Summit in June to accelerate access to vaccines. At his briefing to the Security Council in April, the Secretary-General pointed out that the first pressing risk in the face of COVID-19 was the erosion of trust in public institutions, “particularly if citizens perceive that their authorities mishandled the response or are not transparent on the scope of the crisis”. A society can be neither peaceful nor resilient unless people have trust both in their Governments and in each other.”
2020-07-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/663 (2020) · source
“The responses from all over the world to the Secretary-General’s UN75 survey paint a clear picture of people’s priorities in the time of COVID-19 and beyond: first, universal access to health care; secondly, strengthening solidarity between people and nations; and thirdly, rethinking the global economy to prevent inequality. COVID-19 has made it evident that achieving human security through greater collaboration and partnership so as to leave no one behind is of utmost importance today and in the days to come. In response to the United Nations appeal for humanitarian assistance, Japan decided as early as in March to provide approximately $140 million through six international organizations for technical and other assistance for medical professionals and others.”
2020-07-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/663 (2020) · source
“Unless we ensure human security and restore peace in our communities, we cannot expect relationships between groups of people, including nations, to be stable. Human security calls for people-centred, comprehensive, context-specific and prevention-oriented responses that strengthen the protection and empowerment of all people and all communities, leaving no one behind. Health being the most fundamental element of human security, Japan has long promoted a global health agenda, including the fight against infectious diseases and support for universal health coverage.”
2020-07-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/663 (2020) · source
“Under the current circumstances, I should particularly stress the importance of the rule of law and the peaceful resolution of disputes based on international law. When daunting challenges require us to show solidarity, it is out of the question to take advantage of the ongoing crisis and attempt to change the status quo by unilateral measures. Coercive actions need to be avoided as they inevitably divert attention away from the ongoing battle against our common enemy, COVID-19. Building on the appeal for a global ceasefire, we expect all relevant parties to take steady steps towards the peaceful resolution of disputes. COVID-19 has seriously affected peace in societies by posing a multifaceted threat to the survival, livelihood and dignity of people, in particular the most vulnerable.”
2020-07-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/663 (2020) · source
“Japan welcomes the adoption of resolution 2532 (2020) in response to the COVID-19 and expects it to be respected in full by the relevant parties. This is not the time for people to fight against each other but to unite in the fight against a common enemy. That is why Japan strongly supports the Secretary-General’s appeal for a global ceasefire and why we co-initiated the statement of support for the appeal that was joined by 172 Member States and observers. The statement of support noted that we must “muster all our efforts to save lives and alleviate social and economic devastation on our peoples”. The Statement also recalls our obligation enshrined in the United Nations Charter, namely, to settle international disputes by peaceful means, which is much better than to call for a ceasefire after the outbreak of military conflicts.”
2020-07-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/663 (2020) · source
“I would like to express my deep appreciation to the German presidency for organizing today’s open debate on pandemics and security, a timely and important topic for the Security Council, the United Nations and the world. The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has created not just a health crisis, but a serious human-security crisis worldwide. Despite the tireless efforts of many around the globe, the disease continues to spread across borders and within the most vulnerable communities, damaging not only peaceful societies but also affecting international peace and security. First of all, I cannot overemphasize the importance of global solidarity in the fight against this invisible enemy of humankind.”
2020-07-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/663 (2020) · source
“Japan is determined to make every effort to achieve target 16.2 under the Sustainable Development Goals, namely, to end abuse, exploitation, trafficking and all forms of violence against and torture of children and to realize human security for all children. Japan renews its unwavering commitment to the protection and promotion of children’s rights and looks forward to working closely with the United Nations.”
2020-06-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/594 (2020) · source
“It is also working to enhance a child-friendly justice system and a gender-sensitive social welfare system in Yemen. Furthermore, as the largest donor to the humanitarian window of the Fund to End Violence against Children, Japan has provided substantial assistance for children affected by armed conflict in African counties. Over 1,900 children have been released from Boko Haram and military detention facilities, over 70,000 children and caregivers have received psychosocial support and over 42,600 have been given mine risk education. Japan calls upon other Member States to join in that endeavour.”
2020-06-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/594 (2020) · source
“In March, Japan provided $28.8 million in emergency assistance through the United Nations Children’s Fund to assist developing countries prone to the impact of COVID-19, including those affected by conflict, to improve children’s access to quality health services. In April, Japan decided on an additional contribution of over $68.1 million for UNICEF. Human security implies that all individuals, in particular vulnerable people, including children, are entitled to freedom from fear and freedom from want, with an equal opportunity to enjoy all their rights and fully develop their potential. Under prolonged crisis caused by armed conflict, children are deprived of all that. As one of the largest contributing countries, Japan is cooperating with UNICEF to protect children who fled their homes in Syria and Myanmar.”
2020-06-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/594 (2020) · source
“Japan urges all parties to armed conflict to fully comply with the obligations under international human rights law, international humanitarian law and relevant Security Council resolutions. Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is currently causing a serious human security crisis, spreading across borders and striking the most vulnerable segments of society, in particular children in armed conflict. Japan is alarmed at the lost opportunity for their education, the increased risk of their recruitment and use, and the further delay in their release. Japan strongly urges all parties to armed conflict to immediately respond to the Secretary-General’s call for a ceasefire and ensure safe, timely and unimpeded humanitarian access to children affected by conflict.”
2020-06-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/594 (2020) · source
“I would like to begin by thanking France for convening this important meeting. I also thank the Secretary-General and his Special Representative for the report on children and armed conflict (S/2020/525). This year marks the twentieth anniversary of the adoption of the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child on the involvement of children in armed conflict and the fifteenth anniversary of landmark resolution 1612 (2005), which instituted the monitoring and reporting mechanism on children and armed conflict. Despite the Council’s continued resolve, it is regrettable that children affected by armed conflict continue to experience grave violations and abuses.”
2020-06-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/594 (2020) · source
“Japan will continue to commit itself to the protection of civilians in armed conflict. On the normative side, Japan will continue to work to further disseminate awareness of international humanitarian law, while, on the operational side, we will support the efforts on the ground to ensure and strengthen human security, by protecting and empowering the victims of armed conflicts and by building institutions that will protect the most vulnerable people, including through humanitarian assistance and peacebuilding support. Japan looks forward to working closely with the United Nations in this endeavour.”
2020-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/465 (2020) · source
“The protection of victims of sexual violence in armed conﬂict is another priority area for Japan from the viewpoint of human security. This year, which marks the twentieth anniversary of the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000), on women and peace and security, Japan reaffirms its unwavering commitment by contributing €2 million to the Global Fund for Survivors of conﬂict-related sexual violence. Japan continues to support the work of the Team of Experts on the Rule of Law and Sexual Violence in Conﬂict, under the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Central African Republic, Somalia and Iraq. Japan also contributes, through UN-Women, to the protection and empowerment of victims of violent extremism in the Sahel and the Lake Chad region.”
2020-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/465 (2020) · source
“With a view to ensuring human security, one of the pillars of Japan’s development cooperation policy, Japan has always prioritized the protection and empowerment of those affected by armed conflict, in particular refugees and internally displaced persons. At the seventh Tokyo International Conference on African Development, held in Yokohama last August, Japan, together with African countries and international donors, committed to supporting efforts for strengthening the self-reliance and resilience of displaced populations and host communities. Japan’s contribution in connection with COVID-19, which I mentioned earlier, will also be allocated to support those suffering from armed conflict and other situations of violence in the Middle East and Africa.”
2020-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/465 (2020) · source
“At the thirty-third International Conference, Japan also pledged to promote study and dialogue at multiple levels on issues concerning cyberwarfare and the use of new weapons. Japan intends to contribute to the discussion towards establishing new rules in this area. In this regard, Japan plans to host an international conference on lethal autonomous weapons systems later this year. Furthermore, Japan recognizes the critical role of the International Humanitarian Fact-Finding Commission in upholding international humanitarian law and continues to contribute both financially and by nominating the most qualified members to the Commission. Japan is actively engaged in operational activities to help civilians affected by armed conflict.”
2020-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/465 (2020) · source
“At the thirty-third International Conference of the Red Cross and Red Crescent last December, the Japanese Government, together with the Japanese Red Cross Society, made a pledge to promote public awareness through dissemination of the importance of international humanitarian law in order to prevent sexual violence and attacks against humanitarian workers and their facilities in armed conflicts. Japan urges all parties to armed conflict to comply with their obligations under international humanitarian law in all circumstances. Respect for international humanitarian law must be no exception in the context of the emergence of cyberwarfare and new weapons equipped with emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, which may be drastically changing aspects of conflict.”
2020-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/465 (2020) · source
“Key provisions of international humanitarian law must be respected to limit the effects of armed conflict on the people and communities fighting against the virus in already fragile situations. In March, Japan provided emergency assistance of $140 million through United Nations agencies and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies for the COVID-19 response. In April, Japan decided additional assistance of more than $1.4 billion to support health systems and medical capacity in developing countries. Last year marked the seventieth anniversary of the Geneva Conventions. Japan is deeply concerned about the frequent occurrence of alleged violations of international humanitarian law, notwithstanding the repeated resolve of the Council with regard to the protection of civilians.”
2020-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/465 (2020) · source
“Tetsu Nakamura, a representative of a Japanese humanitarian non-governmental organization who devoted himself for decades to health care and agricultural development in Afghanistan, was killed in a terrorist attack in Jalalabad. Japan strongly condemns such heinous attacks against aid workers. Currently, the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is causing a serious human security crisis, spreading across borders and striking the weakest segments of society the hardest. Again, it is the people affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence, women, children, people with disabilities, refugees and internally displaced persons who are the most vulnerable. Japan strongly urges all parties to armed conflict to respond to the Secretary-General’s call for a ceasefire.”
2020-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/465 (2020) · source
“I would like to begin by thanking Estonia for convening this important meeting. I also thank the Secretary-General for his report on the protection of civilians in armed conflict (S/2020/366). Since the adoption of the landmark resolution 1265 (1999), the Security Council has reiterated its firm commitment to this important issue by adopting a series of resolutions, including 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 see increased attacks against medical and humanitarian personnel and their facilities. Last December, Dr.”
2020-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/465 (2020) · source
“This format, developed to adapt to the context of the current pandemic, would serve as a good basis for considering how the Council could continue operating under similar limitations, for example, when physical meetings cannot be held owing to heavy snowfall. Lastly, we would like to point out that while the working methods are an essential part of Security Council reform, they are not the only part. Ultimately, a comprehensive reform of the Council must include an expansion of its membership, in both permanent and non-permanent categories, to reflect current realities by adding more Member States that have the capacity and willingness to take on major responsibilities with regard to the maintenance of international peace and security. Japan will continue to work with all Member States towards that goal.S/2020/418”
2020-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/418 (2020) · source
“Identifying which items in note S/2017/507 have not been adequately fulfilled, and why, would contribute to estimating the appropriate level of ambition we should maintain and finding room for further improvement to existing rules. We expect in-depth discussion will take place in the Informal Working Group under the slogan “action-oriented implementation” proposed by Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Japan commends China, the Dominican Republic and Estonia for their dedication in devising and developing the working methods that have enabled the Council to continue its work under the current physical constraints caused by coronavirus disease.”
2020-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/418 (2020) · source
“To strengthen the legitimacy of the Council’s decisions, the decision- making process should be as transparent as possible, allowing it to take into account different views from both inside and outside the Council. On the other hand, we should be mindful of our prime objective, which is to enhance the Council’s capacity to take the best action in the most efficient and timely manner to maintain and restore international peace and security. Japan also believes that we need to strike the right balance between our ambition and feasibility. In that respect, we should reflect on whether the rules established so far have been fully put into practice.”
2020-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/418 (2020) · source
“I would like to express my deep appreciation to the Estonian presidency and to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Chair of the Informal Working Group on Documentation and other Procedural Questions, for organizing this open debate on improving the working methods of the Security Council, to which Japan has always been deeply committed. Japan also appreciates the tireless work of current and recent Council members towards the development of this body’s working methods, including the adoption of eight new notes by the President last year under the strong leadership of Kuwait. Japan is of the view that, in pursuing reforms of the working methods, it is important to strike the right balance between the dual needs for transparency and efficiency.”
2020-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/418 (2020) · source
“Since the adoption of resolution 2250 (2015) by the Security Council in 2015, young peoples’ role in peace and security has been increasingly recognized not only by Governments but also by civil society worldwide. However, we need to do more. Japan reaffirms its unwavering commitment to building a world where human security is ensured and young peoples’ future is better protected and promoted. We look forward to working closely with the United Nations in that joint endeavour.”
2020-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/346 (2020) · source
“Alumni are active in the fields of humanitarian affairs, public health, education, agriculture, environment, S/2020/346 S/2020/346 anti-corruption and many other areas critical to the establishment of sustainable peace and development. The total number of trainees from those countries since 2015 amounts to 320. Japan has been working with UN-Women in Bangladesh for a project aimed at empowering women to counter the spread of violent extremism. A forum was established in close cooperation with local universities to raise awareness of the role of women in preventing violent extremism and radicalism. It has attracted more than 300 young participants to discuss issues such as gender equality, the empowerment of young women and the role of young women in peacebuilding.”
2020-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/346 (2020) · source
“Many who completed the course are now actively contributing to the peace and security work of the United Nations system. Japan supports capacity-building for youths in post-conflict countries, such as Iraq, South Sudan, States in the Sahel region and Afghanistan, in partnership with the Hiroshima office of the United Nations Institute for Training and Research. We invite young entrepreneurs and leaders, particularly women, from a wide range of sectors, including the public and private sectors, academia, media and non- governmental organizations, to participate in training courses to strengthen their leadership, business planning and entrepreneurial skills.”
2020-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/346 (2020) · source
“Secondly, youths need to be empowered so that they can protect themselves and also fully develop their potential, enabling them to contribute to building peaceful societies. Let me share some concrete programmes for youth empowerment Japan has been supporting. Japan provides extensive training in the field of peacebuilding and development for young civilian experts from Japan and many other countries in Asia, the Middle East and Africa, in collaboration with United Nations Volunteers. The programme for global human resource development for peacebuilding and development has enrolled around 350 youths with diverse backgrounds since 2007. In addition, Japanese participants are subsequently deployed to overseas field posts in peacebuilding and development as United Nations volunteers.”
2020-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/346 (2020) · source
“Jayathma Wickramanayake, for visiting Japan in February to interact with young people in Hiroshima and other cities and for promoting the #Youth4Peace agenda as well as the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Japan’s engagement with youth for peace and security is based on the human security approach, which calls for the twin strategy of protection and empowerment. First, youths need to be protected from armed conflict, terrorism, gender-based violence and other physical threats to their lives, livelihoods and dignity. Japan echoes the point in the Secretary-General’s report on the need for additional investment in a whole-of-society approach to prevent violent extremism and promote gender- responsive policies and programmes.”
2020-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/346 (2020) · source
“The human security crisis caused by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic is seriously affecting the most vulnerable communities around the world, in particular those in conflict and post-conflict situations. Youth in those communities are no exception. They could be either a factor of fragility or a proactive contributor in overcoming the crisis. Japan is fully committed to supporting the active participation of young people in the peace and security agenda. They are key players in promoting peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, Goal 16 of the Sustainable Development Goals. We are thankful to the Secretary-General’s Envoy on Youth, Ms.”
2020-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/346 (2020) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank the Dominican Republic for convening this important meeting on youth, peace and security. Also, I wish to extend my appreciation to the Secretary-General for his first report on this issue (S/2020/167). As the Secretary-General’s report points out, it is of critical importance to encourage the meaningful participation of youth in efforts for peace and security. Their future depends so heavily on whether or not they are entitled to freedom from fear and freedom from want and equal opportunity to enjoy all their rights and fully develop their human potential. If given the opportunity, they can make critical contributions to achieving peace and security for all.”
2020-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/346 (2020) · source
“We strongly condemn terrorism and attacks against innocent civilians, and call upon the parties to take immediate steps to prevent all acts of violence, provocation and incitement. Japan remains committed to supporting a two-State solution, in which Israel and an independent Palestinian State live side by side in peace and security, in line with relevant Council resolutions and other agreements. The final status of Jerusalem should be resolved through negotiations based on the relevant Council resolutions and known parameters. Restrictions on movement to counter COVID-19 may affect efforts to advance the peace process, but we must not allow any backtracking. In cooperation with its international partners, Japan will remain actively engaged to promote the peace process.”
2020-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/341 (2020) · source
“Japan calls on other donors and partners to join in supporting UNRWA’s efforts, as Mr. Suzuki Keisuke, State Minister for Foreign Affairs, advocated yesterday at the Ministerial Strategic Dialogue on UNRWA. It is disappointing to continue to hear about Israel’s illegal settlement activities, including the demolition of Palestinian-owned structures and the threat of annexation. Japan deeply deplores those activities and once again strongly urges the Government of Israel to completely cease all settlement activities in the West Bank, including the implementation of construction plans that are undermining the viability of a two-State solution. We are also deeply concerned about the continued violence in the region.”
2020-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/341 (2020) · source