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lines on the record: 81
first: 2020-10-22
most recent: 2023-04-10
sittings or episodes: 23
sources: un-security-council

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“Let me finish by restating one simple point: if Russia is serious about strengthening international peace and security, its first action should be to end its illegal invasion, withdraw from Ukraine and uphold its responsibilities under the Charter of the United Nations.”
2023-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9301 (2023) · source
“The Security Council can play an important role in that issue, complementary to multilateral and national processes. Regrettably, it is Russia that has long sought to undermine such work by opposing new texts and consistently abstaining from resolutions on the issue, such as resolutions 2117 (2013), 2220 (2015) and 2616 (2021). The United Kingdom operates one of the most robust arms export control regimes in the world. We are committed to the full implementation and universalization of the Arms Trade Treaty. We remain committed to all related United Nations mechanisms, including the Programme of Action on Small Arms. We will continue to support appropriate measures through the Security Council.”
2023-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9301 (2023) · source
“The United Kingdom calls on all other States to cease assistance to the Russian military and its affiliated forces. Arming the aggressor State is fuelling global instability. To preserve the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Charter of the United Nations, Member States should assist Ukraine in protecting itself from that aggression, in line with Article 51 of the Charter. The United Kingdom has provided a wide range of equipment and support to Ukraine and, as a responsible State Member of the United Nations, will continue to do so. Globally, the diversion and misuse of conventional arms cost hundreds of thousands of lives across the world every year, undermine security and sustainable development and fuel conflict, crime and terrorism.”
2023-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9301 (2023) · source
“I would like to start by congratulating Mozambique on its presidency of the Security Council in March. I also thank Under- Secretary-General Nakamitsu for her briefing today. As the perpetrator of a war of aggression against a sovereign nation, Russia has taken up the Security Council presidency, while it fails to meet the most basic obligations of a State Member of the United Nations. Russia’s decision to unleash an illegal war of choice on an innocent people threatens the fundamental principles of the Security Council. As it sources weapons for its war, Russia is violating the very United Nations sanctions that it helped to draft on States such as Iraq and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. The wider consequences of this war for food and commodity prices are severe and are likely to drive further conflict.”
2023-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9301 (2023) · source
“We should also step up our efforts to understand how rapid advances in science and technology are changing the context in which States implement the resolution. The United Kingdom remains committed to supporting Member States in their implementation of resolution 1540 (2004). We recently supported its implementation in the Pacific Islands and worked with partners to raise awareness of proliferation financing in South-East Asia. We can provide legal and regulatory expertise, as well as broader support, to States looking to meet their obligations, strengthen their national regulatory frameworks and improve their ability to implement their laws and regulations governing chemical, nuclear and biological activities.”
2023-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9293 (2023) · source
“The use of weapons of mass destruction and the illicit acquisition and transfer of goods and knowledge by terrorists or other non-State actors remains a grave threat to peace and security, as we have seen with chemical-weapon use attributed to Da’esh by the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons and the United Nations. As we look ahead we must focus on maintaining the relevance of resolution 1540 (2004). That should include further outreach to Member States so that they can improve their understanding of their obligations, while paying greater attention to proliferation financing and greater support for States that ask for assistance in implementing resolution 1540 (2004).”
2023-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9293 (2023) · source
“I would like to start by thanking the Permanent Representative of Ecuador for chairing the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004) and recognizing the invaluable work of the Group of Experts supporting the Committee’s work. Resolution 1540 (2004) remains an essential part of the international disarmament and non-proliferation architecture. It protects all States from the use by non-State actors of nuclear, chemical and biological weapons and the means of delivery of such weapons. We welcome the continued commitment by all Member States to the aims of the resolution and to fully delivering its ambition.”
2023-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9293 (2023) · source
“While Syria continues to fail to comply with its obligations under the Chemical Weapons Convention, its chemical weapons programme presents an ongoing threat to international peace and security. It is therefore incumbent on the Security Council to continue to discuss the matter and to continue to bring pressure on Syria to cooperate with the OPCW.”
2023-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9275 (2023) · source
“It is also worth noting that today marks five years since two agents from the Russian military intelligence service carried out a chemical weapons attack in the United Kingdom, killing a British citizen and injuring others. It is therefore perhaps not just the Al-Assad regime that it is attempting to protect. Douma represents the ninth attributed instance of the use of chemical weapons by the Al-Assad regime. Given that consistent pattern of behaviour, and without progress on any of Syria’s outstanding declaration issues, we cannot exclude the possibility that the Al-Assad regime may use chemical weapons again. As we said many times, the outstanding issues regarding Syria’s declaration are neither academic nor historic.”
2023-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9275 (2023) · source
“I thank Under- Secretary-General Nakamitsu for her excellent briefing, as always. As we discussed last month (see S/PV.9255), the Douma report is further confirmation of Syria’s disdain for its obligations under international law. We again commend the Investigation and Identification Team’s integrity, impartiality and professionalism in reaching its conclusions through rigorous scientific methodology. The Douma report also exposed Russia’s repeated attempts to discredit and undermine the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) to protect the Al-Assad regime from accountability. The reprehensible scapegoating of the White Helmets is aimed at deflecting attention. The White Helmets’ life-saving work has been demonstrated time and again, including during the recent earthquake response.”
2023-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9275 (2023) · source
“I therefore join others in expressing concern about the removal of MINUSCA’s airport surveillance camera and about the Government’s recent ban on unmanned aerial systems, both of which undermine MINUSCA’s surveillance capability, as the Special Representative of the Secretary-General highlighted earlier. We call on the authorities of the Central African Republic to maintain full freedom of movement by allowing MINUSCA unhindered and immediate access throughout the country’s territory. The United Kingdom will continue to work with international partners to support the Government of the Central African Republic in implementing the peace agreement in order to end the violence, build stability and protect human rights.”
2023-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9265 (2023) · source
“We continue to urge the Government to conduct full and timely investigations into allegations of human rights violations and abuses and ensure that all perpetrators are held accountable. Thirdly, the United Kingdom would like to commend MINUSCA’s efforts. As a key player in supporting the peace process, MINUSCA must be able to implement its mandate without interference. In that regard, the United Kingdom welcomes the recent removal of restrictions on MINUSCA’s freedom of movement, including reinstating night flights for medical and casualty evacuations. But the continued violations of the status-of-forces agreement are undermining MINUSCA’s safety and effectiveness.”
2023-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9265 (2023) · source
“Building on the steps forward that were made in December 2022, we call on the authorities of the Central African Republic, with the support of the region and the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), to ensure tangible political progress and meaningful engagement with all political actors in the country. Secondly, the increase in the number of human rights violations and abuses over the past year remains deeply concerning. The Forces armées centrafricaines and the Wagner Group, through their joint operations, are now responsible for the majority of such violations. Put simply, the Government of the Central African Republic must do a better job of protecting its civilian population, in particular the Fulani and Muslim communities.”
2023-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9265 (2023) · source
“I thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Rugwabiza and Ambassador Hilale for their detailed briefings. We welcome the Peacebuilding Commission’s input today at today’s Security Council’s discussion highlighting the broader work of supporting peacebuilding in the Central African Republic. I would like to make three points in response to what we have heard today. First, the United Kingdom agrees with others today that the Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in the Central African Republic is the only viable option for ending the conflict and crisis in the country. That needs renewed commitment from all the parties involved to revitalizing the peace process.”
2023-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9265 (2023) · source
“We renew our call for all actors to take part in political dialogue and work together to identify and implement a consensus route towards democratic elections.”
2023-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9247 (2023) · source
“Following the establishment of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2653 (2022) concerning Haiti, we stand ready to consider further designations against those involved in criminal gang activity and the human rights violations that continue to threaten the peace, stability and security of Haiti. However, sanctions alone do not offer a solution. Now is the time for Haitians to come together to find a solution to the political impasse — one that tackles the deep-rooted economic, humanitarian and security challenges blighting the daily lives of the Haitian people. The United Kingdom welcomes recent moves towards a broader dialogue and efforts aimed at reaching a consensus.”
2023-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9247 (2023) · source
“We have also heard chilling accounts of the widespread use of sexual violence by armed gangs as a weapon to instil fear in communities. It is in that context that we recognize the need for an urgent response to Haiti’s request for international assistance, and we look forward to further Security Council discussion on the authorization of an international security assistance mission, as proposed by the Secretary-General. Such a mission would have to be led by Haitian needs and should be aimed at contributing to the restoration of effective governance through combating endemic gang violence. We also recognize the role of targeted sanctions in this regard.”
2023-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9247 (2023) · source
“The United Kingdom would like to join others today in extending its sincere condolences to the people of Gabon on the passing of Foreign Minister Michael Moussa Adamo. I would like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General La Lime for her briefing and the continued work of the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti. We also welcome the participation of the Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic and the Permanent Representatives of Haiti and Canada at this meeting. The United Kingdom remains deeply concerned about the dire humanitarian and security situation in Haiti. The statistics speak for themselves, with 58 per cent of the population under the poverty line, 4.7 million acutely food insecure and an increase in kidnappings in 2022 of more than 100 per cent as compared to the previous year.”
2023-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9247 (2023) · source
“The United Kingdom continues to support action that moves Haiti closer to security and stability, with a return to democratic processes as soon as possible. We therefore welcome signs of movement towards resolving the political gridlock, but there must now be determined efforts to reach a political consensus. An urgent route forward is needed to address the insecurity and the humanitarian and economic crises and prevent further deterioration of the situation.”
2022-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9233 (2022) · source
“The United Kingdom remains convinced that the perpetrators and sponsors of the gang violence must be held to account and denied the capacity to spread further instability and suffering. Therefore, we are pleased to see progress on sanctions that are imperative for tackling criminal behaviour. The sanctions are a necessary tool to break the cycle of criminal violence that so disastrously impacts the Haitian people. However, sanctions alone will not work. That is why the international community must consider seriously any request for assistance from the Haitian Government and society, including on security. That must support and empower Haitian efforts to improve the security situation on the ground to create the conditions for elections so that the Haitian people may choose their next Government.”
2022-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9233 (2022) · source
“We thank our briefers, including the Chair of the new Committee established by resolution 2653 (2022) for his first update. I also welcome the Foreign Ministers of Haiti and the Dominican Republic and the Permanent Representative of Canada. The United Kingdom remains deeply concerned about the ongoing dire humanitarian situation in Haiti, which is being compounded by chronic insecurity and political gridlock. As we heard today so clearly from the Deputy Secretary-General and Special Representative of the Secretary-General La Lime, the actions of armed gangs have displaced thousands of people, limited the free movement of people and goods and denied citizens access to medical services during the resurgent cholera outbreak.”
2022-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9233 (2022) · source
“The extension to ATMIS phase 1, authorized in this resolution (resolution 2670 (2022)), gives more time for the African Union and Somalia to work together and advance the strategic, gradual and sector-by-sector transition of security responsibility from ATMIS to Somali security and police forces. The United Kingdom encourages the African Union and Somalia to seize this opportunity, and we look forward to hearing about the progress made in March next year.”
2022-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9232 (2022) · source
“I would like to thank Council members for their constructive engagement on this text and for their support today. As Somalia steps-up the fight against Al-Shabaab, the support of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) remains vital. Yet, at the same time, the successful transition of responsibility from ATMIS to Somalia is an essential component of achieving long- term peace and security across Somalia. The United Kingdom is proud to continue to provide financial support to the African Union and Somalia in that endeavour. In 2022, the United Kingdom will have provided over $55 million for ATMIS, and over $8 million to the Somalia Trust Fund.”
2022-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9232 (2022) · source
“It is compounding an already acute humanitarian situation and risks undermining progress on reconciliation. The targeting of civilians by national forces and the Russian Wagner Group mercenaries, as well as by armed groups, continues to play a destabilizing role in the country. We call on the Government of the Central African Republic to conduct full and timely investigations into allegations of human rights violations and abuses to ensure that all the perpetrators are held to account.”
2022-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9213 (2022) · source
“We urge UNOCA, the Economic Community of Central African States and the Chadian Government to ensure that the investigation is credible, transparent and independent. We also call on the Government to ensure due legal process for the remaining individuals currently detained, including minors. Thirdly, the ongoing crises in Cameroon and the dire humanitarian situation, which require urgent attention, are a continuing challenge for the subregion. The United Kingdom calls on all the parties to engage in inclusive dialogue and enable safe access to schools and humanitarian assistance. Finally, I want to reiterate our concern about the ongoing violence in the Central African Republic and the distressing toll it is taking on the population.”
2022-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9213 (2022) · source
“UNOCA and its partners have an important role to play in supporting those processes, but it is up to Member States to draw on that support and deliver democratic elections and inclusive transitional processes. Secondly, the United Kingdom reiterates its support for Chad’s transition to civilian and constitutional rule. However, we remain concerned about the fact that the transition, as currently envisaged, contravenes the conditions set out in the African Union Peace and Security Council communiqué of 14 May 2021 that President Déby Itno agreed to uphold. We were saddened to see the eruption of violence in October and welcome the launch of an inquiry, as well as the engagement of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General with heads of missions in N’Djamena on that important issue.”
2022-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9213 (2022) · source
“I thank the President of the Commission of the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) and Special Representative of the Secretary-General Abarry for their briefings. We look forward to working with Mr. Abarry in his new role and commend the ongoing efforts of the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa (UNOCA) to support and promote peace, stability and security in Central Africa. I would like to make four points today. First, as we consider opportunities, elections in the subregion are intrinsic to building and sustaining peace, as we have seen in Sao Tome and Principe and Angola. It is critical to ensure that political processes remain inclusive, peaceful and credible.”
2022-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9213 (2022) · source
“We encourage a continued focus on the impact of poverty, youth unemployment and environmental degradation on criminal activity. Engagement is needed at all levels, including community-based responses, and the United Kingdom will continue to work closely with partners in support of a holistic approach in the Gulf of Guinea. Finally, we reiterate the importance of all efforts to tackle piracy and armed robbery, complying with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, which is the legal framework within which all activities in the ocean and seas are carried out, and aligning closely with the provisions of the Yaoundé Code of Conduct.”
2022-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9198 (2022) · source
“The United Kingdom welcomes this briefing on the findings of the Secretary-General’s report on piracy and armed robbery in the Gulf of Guinea (S/2022/818), and thanks all our briefers today. We also welcome the advisory note of the Peacebuilding Commission. I would like to make three brief points today. First, the United Kingdom is pleased to note the decline in incidents and the strength of regional cooperation in tackling the issue. We are proud of our own collaboration with partners in order to promote security and stability — from putting the issue at the heart of our Group of Seven presidency to the naval visit by HMS Trent to defer attacks on maritime trade. Secondly, as the Secretary-General’s report notes, the drivers of piracy are complex and multifaceted.”
2022-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9198 (2022) · source
“The targeting of civilians, not only by armed groups but also by national forces and the Russian mercenary Wagner Group, continue to play a destabilizing role in the country and will not help long- term peace, as others today have also emphasized. We call on the Government of the Central African Republic to conduct full and timely investigations into allegations of human rights violations and abuses to ensure that all perpetrators are held accountable. Finally, we welcome the Secretary-General’s recommendation to extend MINUSCA’s mandate. It is vital that the Security Council support MINUSCA’s crucial efforts to help the Government of the Central African Republic to build lasting peace. The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and her team have our full support.”
2022-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9156 (2022) · source
“I join others in expressing deep concern about the attack on 3 October in which three Bangladeshi peacekeepers were killed and one injured, and offer sincere condolences to their families and to Bangladesh. Thirdly, the United Kingdom is alarmed by the dramatic increase in the number of human rights violations and abuses reflected in the Secretary- General’s report (S/2022/762). The violence in the Central African Republic, including conflict-related sexual violence, continues to take a distressing toll on the population. It compounds an already acute humanitarian situation and risks undermining progress on reconciliation.”
2022-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9156 (2022) · source
“Secondly, freedom of movement is fundamental to MINUSCA’s work. We welcome the recent reduction in the number of violations of the status of forces agreement, and, more widely, the positive relationship that the Special Representative has established with the Central African Republic authorities. We very much hope that trend will continue. We also encourage the Government of the Central African Republic to work in partnership with the United Nations Mine Action Service to tackle landmines and improvised explosive devices with more urgency. Explosive devices are a grave threat to civilian populations and their access to humanitarian assistance, as well as to the safety and security of peacekeepers.”
2022-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9156 (2022) · source
“I thank Special Representative Rugwabiza for her briefing, and I also welcome the participation of the Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Central African Republic and the representative of Rwanda in this meeting. I would like to make three points in response to what we have heard today. First, the United Kingdom welcomes the progress made on the political track, including steps to implement the Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in the Central African Republic and preparations to hold local elections in January 2023. We strongly encourage the Central African Republic authorities, with the support of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), to build on political progress and ensure meaningful engagement with civil society, including women.”
2022-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9156 (2022) · source
“We support action that moves Haiti closer to security and stability, with a return to democratic processes, as soon as possible.”
2022-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9136 (2022) · source
“Thirdly, I would like to underscore the United Kingdom’s support for the work of the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH). BINUH is fundamental in supporting Haiti to resolve those multifaceted challenges. By strengthening the Haitian National Police and facilitating dialogue among Haitian political stakeholders, BINUH’s efforts help lay the groundwork for stability in Haiti. We look forward to seeing the outcome of the strategic review of options to support security in Haiti and hope that those are part of a renewed holistic and joined-up approach by the United Nations and other partners. Finally, we welcome the intention of the United States and Mexico to propose a draft resolution and look forward to discussing it with partners.”
2022-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9136 (2022) · source
“The looting of the World Food Programme Office and warehouse is deeply concerning, as it prevents assistance from reaching thousands of Haiti’s most vulnerable. The United Kingdom encourages all actors to work constructively to find urgent solutions and support recovery and progress for the Haitian people. Secondly, as others have also said, there must be greater efforts by Haitian stakeholders to resolve the political gridlock. That is critical in enabling Haiti to find its own pathway out of the compounded challenges it is facing. We renew our call for all actors to resume political dialogue and to work together to ensure the necessary security environment within which free and fair elections can be held as soon as possible.”
2022-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9136 (2022) · source
“I thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General La Lime and our briefers. I would like to add three brief points to the discussion today. First, like others, the United Kingdom remains deeply concerned by the continued deterioration of the security and human rights situation in Haiti. Violence and insecurity further entrench the multifaceted challenges faced by Haiti and exacerbate the vulnerabilities of the Haitian population. As we heard today from our briefers, the humanitarian situation in Haiti also continues to deteriorate. Rooted in long-standing economic security and sociopolitical crisis, the current escalation of those challenges has exacerbated the food insecurity of the Haitian people.”
2022-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9136 (2022) · source
“Da’esh is opportunistic and will continue to take advantage of pre-existing grievances and target those most susceptible to joining their cause — the young, the marginalized and the disenfranchised. Hard security interventions will therefore only take us so far. We must work to build resilience within communities and in partnership with civil society against terrorist propaganda and other influencing efforts. Finally, when countering terrorism, we must all ensure that we protect and promote human rights, fundamental freedoms and the rule of law through a gender-sensitive approach if our collective efforts are to be truly effective.”
2022-08-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9108 (2022) · source
“In the month in which we mark the eighth anniversary of Da’esh’s crimes against the Yazidi community, the United Kingdom also underlines its support for the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da’esh and for international efforts to bring the perpetrators of Da’esh violence to justice. We continue to support the fight against Da’esh as it expands to new theatres. As we heard today, Da’esh’s African affiliates continue to grow and account for an ever-increasing proportion of the violence for which Da’esh claims responsibility. Interconnectivity between branches also represents a worrying trend and amplifies the threat that they pose.”
2022-08-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9108 (2022) · source
“Da’esh-Khorasan continues to target innocent Afghans, particularly minority communities, while Al-Qaida has caused the suffering of thousands. We all have a shared interest in using every lever at our disposal to counter Al-Qaida, Da’esh and other terrorist groups in Afghanistan. Despite its territorial defeat and the recent successful operations against its leadership, Da’esh remain a serious threat in Iraq and Syria, its strategic heartland. That demonstrates the continuing importance of the Global Coalition against Da’esh and the need to work together to ensure Da’esh’s lasting global defeat. The United Kingdom hosts the Global Coalition’s counter- Da’esh communications cell, which is tackling Da’esh’s propaganda and its destructive and hateful messages.”
2022-08-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9108 (2022) · source
“I would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Voronkov, Acting Executive Director Chen and Mr. Ewi for their informative briefings. We remain indebted to the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team, the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism and the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate for their important work in analysing the ever-changing terrorist threat. We heard today how Da’esh continues to pose a significant threat to global stability. Counter-terrorism pressure has constrained the group over the past few years, but the gains have been vulnerable and uneven, with the group still able to expand in sub-Saharan Africa in particular, as Mr. Ewi outlined today. Recent events in Afghanistan have demonstrated the very real security challenges that we face.”
2022-08-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9108 (2022) · source
“We will continue to follow that closely through the Committee established pursuant to resolution 2127 (2013) concerning the Central African Republic.”
2022-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9105 (2022) · source
“I would like to start by thanking France, as penholder, for its tireless efforts to achieve consensus. We have been clear throughout the negotiations that in our view the arms embargo remains an important tool for supporting the maintenance of peace and stability in the Central African Republic. We remain convinced that the further proliferation of arms, both within the country and the wider region, would have a destabilizing effect. We are seriously concerned about the continuing allegations that atrocities are being committed against civilians, not just by armed groups but by Government forces and their security partners. It is therefore crucial that the notification process set out in resolution 2648 (2022) be implemented in a timely and thorough way to maximize transparency.”
2022-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9105 (2022) · source
“We encourage all national and international actors to put peacebuilding and sustaining peace at the centre of their policies and approaches. That means more integrated, inclusive and strategic policy approaches, smarter financing and casting the net of cooperation and partnerships more widely. The Peacebuilding Commission — through its bridging role and increasingly in its own right — is a critical part of that equation.”
2022-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9101 (2022) · source
“By continuing to deepen its follow-up on the countries with which it engages and by rallying collective responses to peacebuilding challenges, the PBC will continue to grow in value. With emerging new threats to peace and security, it is more important than ever that we take a comprehensive approach to addressing global challenges. The PBC has a valuable role in advising the Security Council and a mandate on practical action to achieve that. And I would like to thank Kenya for its role as informal coordinator between the PBC and the Council. The world can no longer afford the cost of conflict. We must focus on prevention. Peaceful, just and inclusive societies are critical to achieving sustainable development and resilience.”
2022-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9101 (2022) · source
“The United Kingdom is grateful for the work of Egypt and Bangladesh in driving the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) in the past 18 months. Sustaining peace is the shared responsibility of all pillars of the United Nations, but the Commission is the only dedicated global forum for supporting countries with their peacebuilding processes. Under Egypt’s stewardship, the Peacebuilding Commission continued to expand its geographic reach and increased its engagement with women peacebuilders. Under Bangladesh’s leadership, we have an ambitious work plan and a renewed focus on impact. I also want to recognize the tireless work of the Peacebuilding Support Office. The United Kingdom sees the potential of the Peacebuilding Commission. Through activist Chairs, including Egypt and Bangladesh, the youngest body of the United Nations system has matured.”
2022-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9101 (2022) · source
“We reiterate the need for all actors to uphold their obligations under international humanitarian law in order to maintain stability in Iraq and the region. Finally, I would like to take this opportunity to once again reaffirm the United Kingdom’s steadfast commitment to the security of Iraq and the wider region.”
2022-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9100 (2022) · source
“I would like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary- General for her briefing and Foreign Minister Hussein for joining today’s meeting. The United Kingdom condemns the attack that took place in Dohuk governorate on 20 July and would like to express its deepest sympathy to the victims and those affected. The United Kingdom deplores the loss of civilian life, and we are concerned about the impact the attack may have on the stability of Iraq. We fully support the Iraqi authorities’ investigation into the attack. It is vital that all actors continue to respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iraq. Dialogue and cooperation remain essential to combat terrorism, ensure regional security and protect civilians.”
2022-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9100 (2022) · source
“In conclusion, the United Kingdom reiterates its calls on South Sudan’s leaders to demonstrate to the world that they understand the severity of their people’s plight, take responsibility and act in partnership with donor communities and the United Nations to solve the crisis.”
2022-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9067 (2022) · source
“With less than a year left of the transitional period, we encourage the Government of South Sudan to set out in detail the concrete steps it needs to take in order to deliver on the Revitalized Agreement, particularly on constitution-making and elections, as well as how the United Nations Mission in South Sudan and the wider international community can support it. We also encourage the Government of South Sudan to make full use of the available United Nations support. In that regard, we look forward to the first meeting of the Peacebuilding Commission on South Sudan in the near future.”
2022-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9067 (2022) · source