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first: 2019-11-19
most recent: 2023-12-08
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“During the reporting period, the Committee further received a note verbale from Malta in connection with an arms embargo exemption request previously approved and dispatched a letter to Libya requesting updated information on some aspects of the arms embargo’s implementation. In connection with the measures aimed at preventing illicit exports of petroleum from Libya, including crude oil and refined petroleum products, the Committee is considering a letter to Libya requesting updates on the focal point pursuant to resolution 2146 (2014). Regarding the assets-freeze measures, no negative decision was taken by the Committee on exemption notifications invoking paragraph 19 (a) of resolution 1970 (2011), submitted by Bahrain, Luxembourg and Switzerland.”
2023-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9306 (2023) · source
“With respect to the implementation of the arms embargo measures, the Committee received a subsequent written report on a seizure of cargo previously reported and an attempted inspection report from the European Union Naval Force Mediterranean Operation IRINI. The Committee also received a letter from Libya on matters related to the arms embargo. The Committee considered a request submitted by Morocco to authorize the export of explosive items and non-explosive products to Libya and concluded that the transfer did not fall within the scope of the arms embargo. In both cases the Committee received letters from the Panel of Experts with their technical inputs.”
2023-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9306 (2023) · source
“During the informal consultations held on 3 March, the Committee heard a presentation by the Coordinator of the Panel of Experts on the interim report of the Panel, submitted to the Committee on 21 February in accordance with resolution 2644 (2022). After discussions, the Committee agreed to take action on one of the recommendations addressed to it. As a follow-up, the sanctions list was updated by incorporating previous changes to the list entries into the respective narrative summaries. The interim report, which highlights aspects related to the implementation of the travel ban, assets freezes, the arms embargo and measures in relation to attempts to illicitly export petroleum, including references to incidents of non-compliance, was submitted to the Security Council on 15 March.”
2023-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9306 (2023) · source
“In accordance with paragraph 24 (e) of resolution 1970 (2011) of 26 February 2011, I have the honour to report to the Security Council on the work of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) concerning Libya. The report covers the period from 17 December 2022 to 18 April 2023, during which time the Committee met once in informal consultations and conducted additional work using the silence procedure. I would like to begin by saying that since this is my first periodic report to the Security Council, I am looking forward to working with all the members of the Committee this year.”
2023-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9306 (2023) · source
“In this regard, Japan once again calls on all Member States to fully implement relevant resolutions and urges North Korea to immediately and fully comply with all relevant resolutions, engage in diplomacy and accept the repeated offers of dialogue. Now is the time for the Security Council to fulfil its duty by sending a strong and unified message. The proposed presidential statement is a step forward, even as we stand ready to adopt more robust actions. Let us finally end the negative action-inaction cycle between North Korea and the Security Council.”
2023-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9305 (2023) · source
“This is a clear demonstration that the idea that there exists a negative action-reaction cycle — and therefore the Council should refrain from taking action to avoid provoking North Korea — is a fallacy. The Council’s silence has not slowed North Korea at all; in fact, the country has accelerated and diversified its activities. The North Koreans are taking full advantage of the Council’s inaction. They are repeatedly and flagrantly violating multiple unanimously adopted Security Council resolutions. The Council’s refusal to enforce its own resolutions has undermined its credibility. Not only North Korea but the entire world is watching to see whether we in this Chamber can fulfil the heavy responsibility that has been entrusted on us by all States Members of the United Nations to maintain international peace and security.”
2023-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9305 (2023) · source
“That includes a self-proclaimed underwater nuclear attack drone, which is said to generate a radioactive-contaminated tsunami. Secondly, North Korea has publicly articulated its intention to mass-produce nuclear warheads. Thirdly, North Korea has now reportedly tested a new type of solid-fuel ICBM, one of the development targets in its five-year military plan. Fourthly, North Korea has been publicly criticizing, intimidating and trying to silence the Secretary-General — not to mention the Security Council — for doing his job on the issue. The threat is ongoing and growing. I wish to remind fellow colleagues that North Korea announced its five-year military plan in January 2021. What we are witnessing now is the steady implementation of its long-pursued nuclear and missile programmes, including that plan.”
2023-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9305 (2023) · source
“That is what we do not want to see. It is what the Council has repeatedly demanded be stopped and it is what we should take action on now. Japan condemns, in the strongest possible terms, North Korea’s unlawful and destabilizing acts, including the recent ballistic missile launch on 13 April, which the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea claimed to be a solid-fuel intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) and once again urges all Council members to show our collective commitment to standing firmly against those provocations. Let us look clearly at the reality we have been facing throughout the Council’s long silence and inaction. First, North Korea has conducted repeated missile launches. It has steadily developed diversified ranges, types and modalities of missiles and other weapons systems.”
2023-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9305 (2023) · source
“I too thank Mr. Khaled Khiari for his briefing. Three initial steps have been suggested — resuming a dialogue, reopening communication lines and reducing confrontational rhetoric. It is my greatest regret, as it should be for all of us here, that we have come to this Chamber again to discuss North Korea. Since the start of the year, the Security Council has convened every month to discuss North Korea’s unlawful development of nuclear weapons and their means of delivery. Is that because the agenda item entitled “Non-proliferation/ Democratic People’s Republic of Korea” is a monthly scheduled meeting? No. Is it because it is one of the Council’s favourite agenda items? Of course not. It is only because North Korea has continued to violate the resolutions of the Council, posing a threat to the region and beyond.”
2023-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9305 (2023) · source
“As the Council discusses MINUSMA’s mandate renewal in the coming months, Japan will continue to work closely with the members of the Council and all other stakeholders, while taking into consideration various elements, such as the four parameters identified by the Secretary-General’s internal review, the significant role that MINUSMA plays in ensuring peace and stability in Mali and the humanitarian and development needs of the Malian people.”
2023-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9302 (2023) · source
“At the same time, Japan echoes the Secretary-General’s view, stressing that efforts to foster social cohesion, address structural fragility, deliver basic services and ensure respect for human rights and international humanitarian law must accompany security operations. Japan commends the continued commitment by MINUSMA to fulfil its mandate despite facing difficulties, including restrictions on its freedom of movement, which not only constrain its work but also threaten the safety and security of its peacekeepers. We stress the importance of enhanced cooperation between the Malian transitional authorities and MINUSMA.”
2023-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9302 (2023) · source
“The role played by the international mediation is ever more important, including through efforts such as those announced last Friday, aimed at relaunching the implementation of the peace agreement. For a stable, prosperous society, civil society plays an important role. It is also imperative that the Council hear the diverse voices of a variety of actors, including civil society. No one should experience intimidation before or after briefing the Council. The worsening security situation, which now also prevails in the south, is alarming. We recognize the efforts by Malian forces to address the situation.”
2023-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9302 (2023) · source
“The best way forward towards establishing lasting peace is to strengthen cooperation among all stakeholders, domestically, regionally and internationally, including the Council and MINUSMA. Japan notes the progress made towards a return to constitutional order. Securing a safe, political and civic space for all parties concerned to express their views and engage in political dialogue is essential as the country prepares to conduct free, fair and transparent elections to complete the democratic transition in Mali by March 2024. The 2015 Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali is the only existing framework for achieving durable peace and reconciliation, and its implementation should go hand in hand with the democratic transition.”
2023-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9302 (2023) · source
“I thank Special Representative Wane for the insightful briefing, and I also welcome the participation of the representative of Mali in today’s meeting. Japan expresses its sincere condolences to the families of the peacekeepers who lost their lives in the service of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA), including the three Senegalese peacekeepers killed in February. Japan appreciates and fully supports the work of MINUSMA. I would like to start by reiterating Japan’s determination to stand by the people of Mali and their desire for peace and stability. We must keep their aspirations foremost in our minds as we discuss the issue here in the Security Council.”
2023-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9302 (2023) · source
“All of us here should renew our commitment to working together in order to maintain and strengthen the regime of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons and promote nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation as well as arms control. Japan urges Russia and Belarus to cease any actions that may increase tensions. And we once again stress that Russia must immediately stop its war of aggression and withdraw all of its troops and military equipment from Ukraine.”
2023-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9300 (2023) · source
“It is regrettable that the final document of the tenth Review Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons was not adopted, owing to the objections of a single country, and all the more so in view of the joint statement of 3 January 2022 by the five permanent members of the Security Council, including Russia. Japan condemns Russia’s threat of using nuclear weapons as a serious and unacceptable menace to the peace and security of the international community. The record 77-year period during which nuclear weapons have not been used must not be interrupted by Russia.”
2023-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9300 (2023) · source
“Other Member States should also refrain from supporting such actions, directly or indirectly. In February, Russia also announced its suspension of the implementation of the New START Treaty. Japan deeply regrets that decision and calls on Russia to end its suspension of the Treaty and return immediately to its full implementation. As the only country that has ever suffered atomic bombings during war, Japan is strongly committed to leading international efforts towards a world without nuclear weapons, including the annual General Assembly resolution on the elimination of nuclear weapons.”
2023-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9300 (2023) · source
“I thank Under-Secretary- General Nakamitsu for her briefing. We have consistently called on Russia to cease its aggression against Ukraine, which is a violation of the Charter of the United Nations and international law. Last month, an overwhelming majority of the General Assembly membership called for a halt to the aggression (see A/ES-11/PV.19). However, Russia has ignored the voices of the international community and continued its aggression, and Japan condemns President Putin’s remarks about Russia’s decision to deploy tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, which will further increase the tensions while Russia continues its aggression against Ukraine. Russia is also abusing its status as a nuclear-weapon State with its irresponsible rhetoric. Japan can never accept Russia’s nuclear threats, let alone any use of nuclear weapons.”
2023-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9300 (2023) · source
“To conclude, these three points — addressing root causes, approaches at subregional, national, local, and community levels, and African ownership in conjunction with international partnerships — are the basis of Japan’s policy toward peace and stability in Africa. Stability is a prerequisite if Africa is to unleash the potential of its people, and it is essential for realizing African development. We are fully committed to partnering with Africa to achieve this goal so that the guns can be silenced at last.”
2023-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9299 (2023) · source
“We also support Africa’s own conflict-prevention and peacekeeping efforts. We assist through capacity- building for peacekeeping personnel in close cooperation with the United Nations. Japan has also been supporting the AU Peace Fund, with the aim of training human resources in the AU, Regional Economic Communities and some African countries. Furthermore, consultations between the Security Council and the AU Peace and Security Council are important to address common security challenges. We also value the work by the Peacebuilding Commission with its unique advising, bridging and convening role on peacebuilding.”
2023-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9299 (2023) · source
“That leads to my third point: the critical importance of African ownership in conjunction with international partnerships. As our Prime Minister Kishida stated last year on the occasion of the eighth Tokyo International Conference on African Development, Japan aspires to be a partner growing together with Africa. It will help realize the resilient Africa that Africa itself seeks to become. In this regard, realizing economic development and addressing inequality are critically important. We are proud to be consistent partners of Africa, working on tailored, sustainable and transparent quality cooperation based on the ownership of each country and region. This cooperation covers extensive areas, such as health, education, agriculture, capacity-building, climate change, physical and institutional infrastructure and so forth.”
2023-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9299 (2023) · source
“In this regard, we wish to emphasize the need to strengthen the self- reliance and resilience of communities, as that is one of the best ways to address root causes. Collaboration between communities and central and local governments based on mutual trust is also required. Based on this idea, Japan, together with the United Nations Development Programme, Tunisia and other international partners, held a conference last July in Tunis to share good examples of the community- oriented policing model among security-sector officials from 17 African countries. We also underscore the need to protect forcibly displaced people, including refugees and internally displaced persons, through supporting local communities to find durable solutions.”
2023-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9299 (2023) · source
“Based on this recognition, Japan promotes institution-building and the strengthening of governance, including legislative, administrative and judicial systems. Consolidation of democracy and good governance under the rule of law is crucial for peace and stability, which enables sustainable development in Africa. In this regard, broad, inclusive and democratic public participation including by women and youth in national and local governance, is essential. Secondly, approaches at the subregional, national, local and community level are needed, as is the human security approach. We cannot overemphasize the important role played by the African Union (AU) and other African subregional groups.”
2023-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9299 (2023) · source
“I thank you, Madam President, for convening today’s open debate. I am also grateful for the briefers’ briefings. Development policies in the implementation of the Silencing the Guns campaign are extremely important, and we commend Mozambique for holding an open debate on this matter. With this in mind, I would like to highlight three points that Japan considers essential for today’s topic. First, addressing the root causes of conflict and terrorism is indispensable for regional stability. The vulnerability of State and local institutions is one of the fundamental causes of conflicts and terrorism. Preventing the creation of an environment where young people are attracted to extremism is necessary.”
2023-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9299 (2023) · source
“Tackling the illegal exploitation of the country’s rich natural resources is another key challenge. We should further encourage regional and international cooperation to promote legitimate trade and tighten border controls to diminish the black market. The facilitation of free and fair elections is also a vital step towards sustainable peace. Japan encourages the Democratic Republic of the Congo authorities to continue their efforts in the ongoing electoral process and MONUSCO to provide the necessary supports. Japan remains committed to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and we will continue working together with MONUSCO and all the countries of the region to achieve sustainable peace and stability.”
2023-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9298 (2023) · source
“Regardless of the future course of MONUSCO, national security forces bear the primary responsibility for protecting civilians and ensuring social order. Security sector reform must proceed much more swiftly under national ownership while MONUSCO maintains its substantial presence on the ground. Japan has been contributing to institution-building for more than 20 years in that sector. Our experts from the Japan International Cooperation Agency are working side by side with national police officers at their headquarters in Kinshasa. Our goal is to establish and expand credible community police systems by assisting with technical training, infrastructure development and trust-building with local people. Finally, solely military measures cannot break the cycle of violence.”
2023-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9298 (2023) · source
“Japan welcomes ongoing regional initiatives such as the Nairobi process, led by the East African Community (EAC), as well as the Luanda process. The series of recent agreements require sincere implementation by all stakeholders. MONUSCO and EAC regional forces should closely coordinate and continue to monitor the implementation of those agreements. Secondly, strengthening the rule of law is crucial. Listening to horrific stories in Goma directly from internally displaced persons (IDPs) fleeing from human rights violations and abuses was simply heartbreaking. The organized refugee and IDP camp has long exceeded capacity, yet vulnerable people continue to arrive. They should be able to settle in new camps under the Government’s auspices.”
2023-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9298 (2023) · source
“The United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) has a vital role in alleviating people’s suffering and facilitating the stabilization process, and Japan commends its continued dedication in volatile conditions. To further our endeavour for sustainable peace in the region, I would like to highlight the following points relating to MONUSCO’s strategic priorities today. First and foremost, a cessation of hostilities and of any further advances by the Movement du 23 mars (M- 23) , as well as its withdrawal from all occupied areas, are a prerequisite for laying the ground for stabilizing this region. All external parties must immediately cease their support to the M-23.”
2023-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9298 (2023) · source
“I would like to express my gratitude to Special Representative of the Secretary- General Keita for her briefing, and I also welcome the participation of representatives from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda and Burundi. Realizing sustainable peace and stability in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo is essential for prosperity in the Great Lakes region and, indeed, in the entire African continent. The recent Security Council visit to the country was an opportunity to reaffirm that conviction. Extensive meetings and the visit to Goma helped us understand the situation on the ground. Continued brutal human rights violations and abuses by numerous armed groups, the humanitarian crises they create and heightened regional tensions are our shared concern.”
2023-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9298 (2023) · source
“The rule of law, in particular, is a vital principle for implementing effective counter-terrorism measures. As a committed partner in the global fight against terrorism, Japan will continue to cooperate with the United Nations, regional organizations and all Member States to ensure peace, stability and prosperity across the African continent and beyond.”
2023-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9296 (2023) · source
“All our efforts in critical sectors such as health, education and environment sectors, as well as investing in people, are aimed at building a resilient and sustainable society where human security is ensured, thereby reducing people’s vulnerability to terrorism and violent extremism. We emphasize the importance for all Member States to consider a human security perspective in their counter- terrorism measures. Japan will constructively engage in the upcoming eighth review of the Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy. As the terrorism threat in Africa intensifies, it is crucial to emphasize the need for the promotion of the rule of law, human rights, gender mainstreaming, maritime security and a whole-of-Government and whole-of- society approach, as underscored in the previous review resolutions.”
2023-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9296 (2023) · source
“Those challenges should be addressed in a coordinated manner in accordance with the relevant resolutions. Japan is firmly committed to tackling those threats in collaboration with the international community, while actively participating in discussions through the Financial Action Task Force on the formulation of international standards. Thirdly, addressing root causes such as poverty and inequality is indispensable in the fight against terrorism. Japan believes that it is now more important than ever to take a human security approach to protect and empower people and promote the cross-cutting, holistic and coordinated handling of all the challenges we face, thereby leaving no one behind.”
2023-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9296 (2023) · source
“Effective counter- terrorism efforts require capacity-building assistance from the international community to law-enforcement and security authorities. Japan is committed to supporting the African-led efforts under the new approach for peace and stability in Africa launched at the seventh Tokyo International Conference on African Development, for example, by strengthening local administration capacities in the Group of Five for the Sahel and neighbouring countries. Secondly, the international community must unite in combating terrorist financing. In the region, it is alarming that the illicit trade in natural resources, including wildlife, has become a source of funding for terrorists and armed groups. There are also growing concerns about the misuse of new and emerging technologies.”
2023-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9296 (2023) · source
“I would like to express my appreciation to you, Mr. President, for convening today’s important debate, and I thank the Secretary- General and President Azali Assoumani for their comprehensive briefings. Addressing terrorism and violent extremism is one of Japan’s top priorities. Regrettably, terrorism remains a significant threat to international peace and security, including in Africa. We would like to emphasize the following three crucial elements: African-led initiatives, countering terrorist financing, and a human security perspective. First, it is imperative to promote African-led counter-terrorism efforts. Japan welcomes regional efforts such as the Accra Initiative, the Economic Community of West African States Conflict Prevention Framework and the Southern African Development Community Mission in Mozambique.”
2023-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9296 (2023) · source
“Our support includes capacity-building for police officers in areas such as budgetary management and the development of infrastructure for accessible police posts, as well as building the trust of the local people. In collaboration with the International Organization for Migration, the work will expand into the area from which the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has already withdrawn in accordance with its transition plan. Japan remains committed to working with all partners to further support security sector reform and its governance for international peace and security.”
2023-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9285 (2023) · source
“Close communication and information sharing at the technical level should be further encouraged, with the United Nations entities at the centre on the ground. An integrated strategy shared by all the relevant stakeholders will lead to greater predictability and further mobilization of financial resources. Last week the Council paid a visit to the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Japan has been a long-term partner of countries striving to carry out the formidable task of security sector reform. Professional, accessible and accountable law-enforcement forces are vital in that country, which is battling illegal armed groups and rampant conventional crimes. Fully in line with the Government’s priorities, Japanese experts are closely working on site with the Congolese National Police to introduce a community- policing model.”
2023-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9285 (2023) · source
“Mobilizing sufficient national resources for strengthening institutions through necessary budgetary arrangements must be a part of the reform process. Technical capacity-building in that area to make the process more sustainable deserves more attention. Secondly, international partnership is essential for boosting national efforts. Assisting security sector reform is a major mandated task for United Nations peace missions. With their long record of engagement, they are best placed to play a critical role in coordinating international efforts for more results in line with national priorities. Addressing the complex humanitarian- development-peace nexus of security sector reform efforts requires a comprehensive approach.”
2023-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9285 (2023) · source
“With that in mind, I would like to highlight two points. The first is the importance of inclusive ownership. A clearly defined blueprint must come from national leaders and be owned by their peoples through a broad political process. The participation of the people at all levels is a key driver of reform in this area. Transparency, accountability and respect for human rights and the rule of law are fundamental to security sector governance in order to gain people’s trust. With that in mind, reforms must be tailored to and aligned with the values and norms that shape each country. The reforms themselves are an inevitably arduous task, and it takes a long time to consolidate their achievements. Discontinuing the process in the middle of reform has a significant and long- term impact on people’s daily lives.”
2023-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9285 (2023) · source
“Allow me to start by expressing my gratitude to you, Mr. President, for convening this meeting on such a timely topic. I thank Assistant Secretary-General Alexandre Zouev and Commissioner Bankole Adeoye for their briefings. I also welcome the presence of the representatives of South Africa and Slovakia in their capacities as co-Chairs of the Group of Friends of Security Sector Reform. For sustainable peace and stability, building inclu- sive, effective and accountable institutions across the sectors is of primary importance. The security sector, in particular, is at the heart of national authority, and its insti- tutional reform is therefore first and foremost a political endeavour. If it is to succeed, we need both careful politi- cal consideration and well-crafted capacity-building.”
2023-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9285 (2023) · source
“The adoption of the two draft resolutions would send a strong signal to the international community that the Security Council is united and unwavering in its support for UNAMA, as well as in its commitment to a secure, stable, prosperous and inclusive future for Afghanistan and its people.”
2023-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9283 (2023) · source
“The role of UNAMA is becoming more important and indispensable at this time of crisis. All the components in the mandate for UNAMA are crucial in addressing the complex challenges faced by Afghanistan, including promoting inclusive political dialogue, monitoring and reporting on human rights, facilitating humanitarian assistance and addressing economic and social challenges, and countering terrorism and narcotics. We sincerely hope that all Council members will support the mandate renewal. The second draft resolution calls for an independent assessment on the international approach in Afghanistan. This initiative would provide forward- looking recommendations on how relevant political, humanitarian and development actors could address the existing challenges in an integrated and coherent way.”
2023-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9283 (2023) · source
“I deliver this statement on behalf of the United Arab Emirates and Japan, as co-penholders on the issue of Afghanistan. We thank Mozambique for convening this meeting and all members of the Council for their constructive engagement. We have before us two draft resolutions on Afghanistan today. The first draft resolution (S/2023/196) is for a renewal of the robust mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), allowing it to continue its work for another 12 months. Afghanistan faces enormous challenges. The dire humanitarian and economic situation is compounded by the Taliban’s decisions that deny opportunities for education, employment and freedom to women and girls. The threat of terrorism also persists. All of these have a devastating impact on the people of Afghanistan.”
2023-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9283 (2023) · source
“Japan has been conducting dialogues in Kabul with Taliban leaders to deliver messages from the international community. In that regard, the bridging role of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) is critically important to promote inclusiveness through dialogue with the people of Afghanistan. Japan has continuously supported the efforts of UNAMA in addressing the complex challenges faced by the Afghan people. At the same time, we hope that UNAMA will play its part in moving the political process forward in Afghanistan. We need to be ready to support UNAMA’s efforts. As co-penholder on Afghanistan, we appreciate the constructive engagement of Council members in the ongoing negotiations on the renewal of the UNAMA mandate.”
2023-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9277 (2023) · source
“Our assistance to the Afghan people should continue to enable them to not only survive, but to have lives whereby they can receive medical care and education, obtain jobs and rebuild their livelihoods in a sustainable manner. Otherwise, the humanitarian crisis will persist. Youth will become radicalized in despair. And we will see history repeat itself. The Security Council must continue to urge the Taliban to reverse their repressive human rights policies. But at the same time, it is important to avoid isolating the Taliban, as was done in the 1990s when Afghanistan became a hotbed of terrorism. What is required of us is not only to condemn the Taliban’s actions, but also to continue our engagement to change their course.”
2023-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9277 (2023) · source
“I thank Special Representa- tive Roza Otunbayeva and Ms. Zubaida Akbar for their briefings. Japan is deeply concerned about the deteriorating human rights situation that the Afghan people, especially women and girls, are facing. We strongly condemn the Taliban’s measures to restrict the rights of women and girls. Unfortunately, since seizing control, the Taliban have not been fulfilling their commitments to either the people of Afghanistan or the international community. The Afghan people are losing hope for the future and are continuing to flee the country due to the Taliban’s repressive policies. We are also seriously concerned about the dire economic and humanitarian situation. With over 28 million Afghans estimated to require humanitarian assistance in 2023, the international community must not be idle.”
2023-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9277 (2023) · source
“I hope that everyone here will recommit to the women and peace and security agenda and develop national action plans, and that this debate will be of great help to that end.”
2023-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9276 (2023) · source
“That is why we have included a periodic external review mechanism by academic and civil society experts in the action plan. Their findings are also accessible to the public. As a result of growing public awareness, a parliamentarians’ network was launched last month. Such political commitment will be a huge boost. Thirdly and finally, reviews are necessary for accountability and beyond. Publishing an action plan is not an end in itself; we need actions and, more specifically, refined and enhanced actions. A proper review process improves our efforts. I trust that our third action plan will exceed our second with that process. The Security Council must live up to its words and not just welcome the efforts of the willing.”
2023-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9276 (2023) · source
“We have supported its expert teams in building capacity in the judicial and security sectors. Our recent activities involve those in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Central African Republic, Somalia and Iraq. At the same time, our action plan also includes other human security concerns, such as water and sanitation, health and education. It also recognizes the necessity of providing seamless assistance. Based on our plan, Japan funded 69 projects run by international organizations and 18 by non-governmental organizations during the second three-year period, an increase from 52 and 10, respectively, during the first period. Secondly, inclusiveness needs to be ensured. Women and peace and security is not only about the public sector — civil society also matters.”
2023-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9276 (2023) · source
“In our action plan, numerous concrete actions are specified, and relevant Government ministries and agencies are required to exercise their ownership and report on their progress. We have also included actions that pertain to natural disasters, since they also pose significant human security challenges and are relevant to the protection and empowerment of women and girls in fragile situations. The inclusion of international cooperation and sharing experience with countries in need is another important feature. Our action plan covers a wide range of international cooperation to address human security crises. For example, Japan has been a major contributor to the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary- General on Sexual Violence in Conflict.”
2023-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9276 (2023) · source
“In that context, I fully agree with the relevance of the scope that you set out for today, Madam President, asking us to elaborate on what each of us can do. I believe that the national action plans on women and peace and security hold the key to securing appropriate engagement. Japan announced its first national action plan on women and peace and security in 2015 and revised it after its initial three-year implementation period. We are currently in the process of formulating our third action plan, and our experience has shown that three elements are particularly important, namely, comprehensiveness, inclusiveness and reviews. First, national action plans have to be comprehensive.”
2023-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9276 (2023) · source