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Kadiri

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first: 2016-07-12
most recent: 2023-12-15
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“In that regard, Morocco welcomes the Secretary-General’s report Our Common Agenda, which provides a road map to guide our actions to address what Mr. Guterres has rightly called a “surplus of multilateral challenges and a deficit of multilateral solutions”. Government authorities, local communities, civil society organizations, the private sector and regional organizations all have a role to play in building and sustaining lasting peace. In that context, joint efforts and increased cooperation are needed, particularly to build trust, promote reconciliation and support peace processes. They are also needed to support the security of local communities and the capacities of security forces to ensure a sense of safety and prevent all forms of violence.”
2021-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8900Resumption1 (2021) · source
“In that context, the Peacebuilding Commission, its country-specific configurations and the Security Council’s recommendations in the consideration of the various items on its agenda are of great importance. In that regard, the Central African Republic configuration, which Morocco is honoured to chair, periodically presents its recommendations to the Council ahead of the mandate renewal of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic, as it did last week. The coronavirus disease pandemic and its related consequences should serve as a call for the international community to strengthen multilateral action to jointly address inequality, exclusion and development challenges.”
2021-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8900Resumption1 (2021) · source
“It is therefore essential that multilateral action, particularly by the United Nations and the Security Council, seek to restore lasting peace and break the link between conflict and its underlying and exacerbating causes. The response to that situation must be based on a cooperative, comprehensive and consistent approach rooted in humanitarian action, social, economic and human development and prevention, peacekeeping and peacebuilding initiatives. In that context, peacebuilding has a vital role to play insofar as it can prevent the outbreak, escalation, continuation and recurrence of violence. It is therefore incumbent on States to address the root causes of conflict.”
2021-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8900Resumption1 (2021) · source
“Mr. Kadiri (Morocco) (spoke in French): I wish to congratulate you, Mr. President, on Mexico’s presidency of the Security Council during this month. I also wish to extend to you the appreciation of the Kingdom of Morocco for having convened this open debate on the theme “Maintenance of international peace and security: exclusion, inequality and conflicts”. We welcome the participation of His Excellency President Andrés Manuel López Obrador. I thank the Secretary- General for his important briefing, and the civil society representative for hers. The conflict landscape is becoming increasingly complex as gaps, including in development, continue to widen. Inequalities, exclusion and poverty are all factors that can lead to, or exacerbate, tensions and vulnerabilities, which can result in violent conflicts.”
2021-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8900Resumption1 (2021) · source
“The importance of women’s participation in the peacebuilding process also lies in its increased focus on reconciliation, economic development, education and transitional justice — essential elements for sustainable peace. Women must therefore play a greater role in peacebuilding at all levels, with the involvement of all stakeholders. Finally, I would like to conclude by highlighting a few elements that could strengthen women’s participation in United Nations peacekeeping. First, training is crucial to advance the women and peace and security agenda. Secondly, operational readiness is paramount to successful deployment in peacekeeping and peacebuilding missions. Thirdly, diversification of deployment areas is extremely important to ensure the greater participation of women.”
2021-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8886Resumption1 (2021) · source
“Accordingly, from 2018 to 2020, the Royal Armed Forces deployed 186 female military personnel to United Nations peace missions. Today, female personnel of the Royal Armed Forces are deployed in three United Nations missions, namely, the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic, the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the United Nations Mission in South Sudan, where they hold various positions of responsibility. The full and meaningful participation of women in peacebuilding is fundamental and indispensable for the sustainability of peace. Women’s strength and resilience are particularly important in identifying options and pathways to overcome crises, find common ground and build trust within societies.”
2021-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8886Resumption1 (2021) · source
“The first time Moroccan military women participated in United Nations peace operations dates back to 1992, within the context of the United Nations Operation in Somalia. In 1999, Moroccan women also participated in the Kosovo Force within the framework of NATO. On a humanitarian level, Moroccan women have participated in the numerous missions involving the deployment medical and surgical field hospitals, as part of humanitarian actions in which Morocco has participated or that it has initiated. Furthermore, Morocco fully supports the Secretary-General’s Action for Peace and Action for Peace Plus initiatives, the Declaration of Joint Commitments by Member States and the Uniformed Gender Parity Strategy 2018-2028 and is committed to contributing to their implementation.”
2021-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8886Resumption1 (2021) · source
“Within this framework, over the past 20 years, Morocco has launched several structural reforms aimed at anchoring the principle of gender equality in its legislative and legal system and in its development programmes and at making gender equality a concrete and effective reality with the adoption of a monitoring and evaluation system taking into account gender-sensitive indicators. The presence of women in strategic peace operations enhances prevention, protection and recovery mechanisms for civilian populations, especially the most vulnerable groups, including children and women. It goes without saying that increasing the number of women deployed in military or police contingents in United Nations peace operations has a very positive impact on the implementation of these operations’ mandates.”
2021-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8886Resumption1 (2021) · source
“The resolutions that followed resolution 1325 (2000) brought new dimensions to the concerns of the Security Council and a range of new ambitions and objectives, including the deployment of women under the United Nations banner. Morocco reiterates its full support for the United Nations women and peace and security agenda. The Kingdom of Morocco, as part of its irreversible choice in favour of a modern, democratic and inclusive society under the lofty vision of His Majesty Mohammed VI, has made gender equality and respect for the promotion and protection of women’s rights a priority both in its national policies and in its diplomatic action.”
2021-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8886Resumption1 (2021) · source
“Mr. Kadiri (Morocco) (spoke in French): At the outset, my delegation would like to thank you, Mr. President, for having organized this open debate on an issue of the utmost importance for my country. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the Secretary-General for his comprehensive briefing this morning. I also commend Ms. Sima Sami Bahous on her appointment as Executive Director of UN-Women. I thank her as well as Ms. Bineta Diop, African Union Special Envoy for Women, Peace and Security, for their briefings. The women and peace and security agenda conceived through resolution 1325 (2000) addresses multiple aspects related to both the need to protect women in conflict and post-conflict contexts and to better include them in peacekeeping and peacebuilding processes.”
2021-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8886Resumption1 (2021) · source
“To that end, it is necessary for dialogue at the local level to evolve into dialogue at the national level, thereby ensuring the inclusivity of the process and its national ownership.”
2020-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8723Resumption1 (2020) · source
“The participation of women and children in transitional justice is key to breaking cycles of violence from generation to generation and to preventing future violations. Not only is the participation of children and women a right but it also contributes to strengthening their ability to participate actively as citizens. Thirdly, we believe that it is important to prioritize mediation and prevention. In that regard, the role of religious leaders and mediators must be highlighted. In traditional societies, such actors enjoy an influential voice and authority that should be used for the benefit of their communities in conflict and post- conflict situations. Lastly, I stress the need for all reconciliation processes to take place at both the national and local levels.”
2020-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8723Resumption1 (2020) · source
“First of all, reconciliation and peacebuilding are closely linked to promoting respect for the law in order to ensure the effective implementation of international humanitarian law and international human rights law. Member States should develop national policies based on good practices to establish institutional bodies to work in the area. Accordingly, whatever mechanism is implemented, its success will depend above all on taking into account the specificities of the society in which transitional justice is to be implemented. National ownership is therefore key in that regard. Secondly, transitional justice mechanisms should involve the participation of women and children in reconciliation processes.”
2020-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8723Resumption1 (2020) · source
“Justice and peace remain two fundamental and complementary United Nations principles. There can be peace only through the transformative power of justice. According to resolution 2282 (2016) and other United Nations resolutions, transitional justice is an integral part of a comprehensive and lasting peace. Transitional justice may be defined as having four essential pillars — the right to truth, the right to justice, the right to reparations and the guarantee of non-repetition — and on the basis of institutional reform it provides a number of mechanisms that a society in conflict or a post-conflict society can employ to restore calm and normality. We welcome today’s debate to share our views on the issue and would like to emphasize the following points.”
2020-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8723Resumption1 (2020) · source
“Mr. Kadiri (Morocco) (spoke in French): It is indeed a pleasure to see you, Madam President, presiding over the work of the Security Council today. First of all, allow me to congratulate Belgium on its assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of February and to thank you, Madam President, for taking the initiative to convene today’s important open debate on transitional justice in conflict and post‐conflict situations, presided over by the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Belgium (see S/PV.8723). I take this opportunity to thank Ms. Michelle Bachelet, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, for her comprehensive and enlightening briefing. I would also like to thank and commend the other briefers for their important briefings.”
2020-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8723Resumption1 (2020) · source
“The international community must take control of the situation and work actively to bring Israelis and Palestinians back to the negotiating table in order to achieve a two-State solution within the 4 June 1967 borders and to ensure that East Jerusalem becomes the capital of the State of Palestine. Such negotiations must be conducted in good faith and on a clear basis with a view to restoring confidence between the parties and to laying the foundations of a viable Palestinian State, living side by side with Israel in peace and security, in accordance with international resolutions and the Arab Peace Initiative. We also appreciate international efforts to achieve lasting peace and security in the Middle East region.”
2020-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8706Resumption1 (2020) · source
“The Al-Quds Committee continues to carry out its mission to protect Jerusalem and support the well-being of its people through the implementation of various projects aimed at protecting the city’s cultural and architectural heritage, while preserving the national Palestinian archive. The Agency has also launched phase two of renovating and reforming the Moroccan Cultural centre in Jerusalem, the Moroccan House. The Kingdom of Morocco continues to believe in the existence of solutions to the Palestinian question, but the absence of negotiations between the Palestinians and the Israelis has prevented an end to the violence and led to a lack of trust between them.”
2020-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8706Resumption1 (2020) · source
“On that occasion, His Majesty the King and the Holy Father stressed the need to preserve the city of Jerusalem so that it can continue to be part of the world heritage of all humankind. Jerusalem must be promoted as a multi-faith city and free access to the city must be ensured for all believers of the monotheistic religions. The role of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, headed by His Majesty King Abdullah II Bin Al-Hussein as custodian of all the holy sites in Jerusalem, is important and must also be preserved. The Kingdom of Morocco also reiterates its support for the mandate of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East and for the Agency’s efforts to alleviate their suffering in countries of the region while enabling them to access basic services and medical care, especially for children.”
2020-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8706Resumption1 (2020) · source
“It is one of the final-status issues that have yet to be resolved through negotiations between Palestinians and Israelis; it is at the heart of the Middle East conflict and is key to a genuine political solution between Palestinians and Israelis. Furthermore, we reject any unilateral measure against Jerusalem that would contravene Security Council resolutions, in particular resolutions 476 (1980) and 478 (1980). We must preserve the historic and legal status of Jerusalem in accordance with the values of tolerance and coexistence among religions that Morocco has always supported. His Majesty King Mohammed VI, together with Pope Francis, signed the Al-Quds/ Jerusalem declaration when the Pope visited Morocco in March 2019.”
2020-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8706Resumption1 (2020) · source
“In that context, the Kingdom of Morocco and King Mohammed VI, who chairs the Quds Committee of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, reiterate their solidarity with the Palestinian people and support for the achievement of their legitimate rights and the establishment of an independent State within the 4 June 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital. The Kingdom of Morocco reiterates the need to stop settlement activities and implement resolution 2334 (2016). The Kingdom of Morocco considers East Jerusalem to be a Palestinian territory that has been occupied since 1967 and should be the capital of the Palestinian State.”
2020-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8706Resumption1 (2020) · source
“Mr. Kadiri (Morocco) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I would like to sincerely congratulate the delegation of Viet Nam on its successful presidency of the Security Council in January. I also thank Ms. DiCarlo and Ms. Mueller for their valuable briefings. A new year has begun, and the Palestinian people continue to endure the Israeli occupation of their territories and the daily violation of their legitimate rights. The Palestinian territories continue to endure practices that violate United Nations resolutions and international humanitarian law, including continued settlement activities in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, as well as the demolition of houses and systematic attacks against the Al-Aqsa Mosque. Such acts affect the socioeconomic situation of the Palestinians and undermine prospects for peace in the region.”
2020-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8706Resumption1 (2020) · source
“In conclusion, I wish to stress that any reconciliation process must operate at both the national and local levels. Dialogue at the local level must foster dialogue at the national level, thereby ensuring the inclusivity of the process and national ownership.”
2019-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8668Resumption1 (2019) · source
“Whether through its presence on the ground, the means at its disposal or by its good offices' services, the United Nations is equipped to provide decisive support to reconciliation processes. In that regard, I would like to align myself with the delegations that have cited the Peacebuilding Commission as one of the bodies that is best placed to address issues related to reconciliation. The main strength of our Organization is, of course, its impartiality and neutrality, which are essential components of any action supporting a reconciliation process. It also has the ability to compile and use best practices and, lastly, it can support other organizations that could benefit from their comparative advantages over the United Nations.”
2019-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8668Resumption1 (2019) · source
“That cardinal principle makes it possible to adapt experiences to the specific situation of any given country. It also allows for greater involvement of country leaders and civil-society representatives - an essential component of the process. Fourthly, Morocco welcomes the growing role played by women in reconciliation processes, in line with the women and peace and security agenda. The involvement of women, who are unfortunately often the first victims of conflict, remains fundamental to the success of reconciliation processes. We fully support the Secretary-General in his desire to promote women's participation in all areas, including in reconciliation processes. The United Nations has, and continues to play, a key role in most past and ongoing reconciliation processes.”
2019-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8668Resumption1 (2019) · source
“Especially in societies that could be described as traditional, those leaders enjoy a special status and command significant respect, which they do not hesitate to use for the benefit of their communities if conflicts arise. Their role is even more important in the case of a religious conflict. The simple fact of seeing representatives of different religions involved in a conflict holding information meetings and working jointly to raise awareness among the population about the benefits of living together can have a decisive impact on populations. Thirdly, although no conflict or crisis is the same, it is important to draw on our broad pool of experience and expertise in reconciliation. However, what ensures success for any process based on past events is national ownership.”
2019-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8668Resumption1 (2019) · source
“Without successful reconciliation processes, the risk of relapsing into conflict significantly increases, which history has taught us to the detriment of our populations, who continue to suffer the horrors of conflict, in particular on the African continent. Morocco welcomes this opportunity to share its views on the issue by highlighting the following points. First, as rightly pointed out in the concept note (S/2019/87l, annex) before us at this debate, reconciliation has often been associated with transitional justice. That is extremely important in order to definitively turn the page on a conflict. Secondly, the leading role of community and religious leaders must be highlighted.”
2019-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8668Resumption1 (2019) · source
“Mr. Kadiri (Morocco) (spoke in French): Allow me to begin by congratulating you, Madam President, on the United Kingdom's accession to the presidency of the Security Council for the month of November and thanking you for convening and choosing the topic of this debate. I thank the Secretary-General for his briefing, which confirms his resolute commitment to consolidating and sustaining peace. I would also like to thank the other speakers for sharing their views on this issue. This debate is dedicated to a topic that is not often independently addressed at the Security Council, but nonetheless remains important, even crucial, for building and sustaining peace.”
2019-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8668Resumption1 (2019) · source
“It has acceded to all international instruments relating to the rights of the child and was among the first countries to sign and ratify the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child on the Involvement of Children in Armed Conflict and the Paris Principles and Paris Commitments on this issue. As part of the extension of these commitments to the protection of the rights of the Child, wherever they may be, I would like to announce today that the Kingdom of Morocco has decided to endorse andjoin the Vancouver Principles on Peacekeeping and the Prevention of the Recruitment and Use of Child Soldiers.”
2019-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8591 (2019) · source
“In conclusion, the Kingdom of Morocco condemns in the strongest terms all forms of violence against children in armed conflict, including their abduction and conscription by armed groups, their use as human shields, their being taken as hostages or their recruitment in refugee camps. Morocco's focus on children's rights at the international level was reflected in its 2019 presidency of the UNICEF Executive Board. I take this opportunity to reiterate to Ms. Fore and UNICEF, our confidence and great appreciation for their remarkable work and dedication in promoting the well-being of all children in all its dimensions. In addition, Morocco has always been involved in international efforts to end the involvement of children in armed conflict.”
2019-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8591 (2019) · source
“The establishment of legal, policy and institutional measures for the protection of children and the prevention and elimination of violence against them, including in times of conflict, remains a particular focus and should be guaranteed for those most at risk of being recruited by armed groups, in particular children separated from their families or without families, children placed in institutions, children living or working in the street, and refugee and migrant children. In addition, it is necessary to coordinate our actions and chart the path we must follow together - States, international organizations, non-governmental organizations and representatives of civil society 4 to guide our initiatives and actions on the ground. Much has been accomplished but more remains to be done.”
2019-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8591 (2019) · source
“The prevention of conflicts and their devastating effects on children requires that national and international efforts be coordinated, especially through, inter alia, the entrenchment of democracy, good governance, the rule of law, respect for human rights and the promotion of sustainable development, as well as raising awareness of communities on the importance of protecting and promoting children's rights through use of the media, including television, radio, social networks, advertising campaigns and schools.”
2019-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8591 (2019) · source
“The efforts of the international community would benefit from being incorporated into a more realistic and strategic approach, with respect not only to conflicts that are under way but also to an emphasis on prevention. At the same time, an approach that combines incentives as well as more binding measures, especially in terms of accountability and fighting impunity, is necessary.”
2019-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8591 (2019) · source
“In today's conflicts children are, unfortunately, the primary victims: when they are directly impacted, when they are separated from their loved ones, when their education is jeopardized, when they are taken out of school or living in the street, when they are forced to join armed groups and when they become the victims of exploitation and sexual abuses. Children who are victims of armed conflict have their childhood stolen from them and often suffer a vicious circle of endless violence. Likewise, children who were abducted and later released underwent terrible experiences during their detention that are traumatizing to their psychological makeup, and they are later stigmatized by society. All such children need our support as a priority in order to fully integrate into society.”
2019-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8591 (2019) · source
“These are deeply symbolic milestones that demand reflection and especially a response in terms of ways and means leading to an optimal international mobilization to protect children, prevent them from being recruited or sent into combat, and ensure that their basic rights are no longer violated in time of conflict. Today's debate will no doubt contribute to raising international awareness and to strengthening our determination to act for a better world for all Children, so that no child is left behind. I would like to thank Mrs. Virginia Gamba, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict; Ms. Henrietta Fore, Executive Director of UNICEF; and Ms. Kamara and Mr. Awan for their very highly appreciated briefings.”
2019-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8591 (2019) · source
“Mr. Kadiri (Morocco) (spoke in French): Mr. President, I wish at the outset to personally congratulate your friendly delegation on your presidency of the Security Council for the month of August; you can rest assured of my delegation's support. I wish also to congratulate the delegation of Peru on its very successful stewardship during the month of July. I wish to thank you, Mr. Minister, and your country, Poland, for having organized this very important debate on the topic of children during this year of historic commemorations, including the tenth anniversary of resolution 1882 (2009) and the establishment of the mandate of the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict, as well as the thirtieth anniversary of the Convention on the Rights of the Child.”
2019-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8591 (2019) · source
“In conclusion, Morocco applauds all those who work for the protection of populations in conflict areas and would like to take this opportunity to pay them a heartfelt tribute.”
2019-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8534 (2019) · source
“In addition, States must fulfil their obligation to fight against impunity and to fully investigate and bring to justice those responsible for genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity or grave human rights violations. Lastly, we believe that it would be desirable to promote a preventive approach in order to assess threats and coordinate actions to prevent any deterioration. The preventive dimension could be developed by strengthening the capacities of the countries concerned, promoting the rule of law, ensuring good governance, entrenching a culture of human rights and establishing early-warning mechanisms to identify potential conflicts and prevent them from becoming overt and deadly confrontations.”
2019-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8534 (2019) · source
“In that regard, immediate measures should be taken to facilitate safe, prompt and unhindered access for humanitarian workers to populations in need and to ensure their access to assistance. In that context, refugee populations are extremely vulnerable to violations of their rights. The international community must ensure that all their rights are respected and that the assistance provided to them actually reaches them and is not misappropriated or looted. Registration of the refugee population is essential to upholding their rights, as recognized under international law and in Security Council and General Assembly resolutions.”
2019-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8534 (2019) · source
“The operational approach to the protection of civilians has been made clear, and tools and systems have been developed to make the protection of civilians in peacekeeping contexts more effective, such as through joint protection teams and community-alert networks. The protection of civilians requires adequate human and funding resources, whether in terms of the number of Blue Helmets deployed, their equipment or training. We also need to be able to manage the expectations of all the parties involved, whether it be local populations, the authorities of the host country or the members of the Security Council. Thirdly, violence against humanitarian workers, in particular national staff, as well as their detention or abduction, continues to hamper humanitarian operations.”
2019-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8534 (2019) · source
“In that regard, strengthening the rule of law is essential to ensuring the effective implementation of international humanitarian law and international human rights law. Member States should develop national policies based on good practices and establish specialized agencies working for the protection of civilians. Addressing the problems related to political will and the lack of capacities and resources at the national level and pursuing the strengthening of regional and global initiatives remain imperative. Secondly, prioritizing the protection of civilians in peacekeeping operations, in accordance with their mandates, is well established and even more important now that the relevant policies and guidelines have been developed.”
2019-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8534 (2019) · source
“Nevertheless, an evaluation of the situation concerning the protection of civilians demonstrates that civilians continue to make up the staggering majority of victims. Twenty years later, the protection of civilians is as pertinent and urgent as it has ever been. I shall underscore the following points. First, we reiterate that the protection of civilians is first and foremost incumbent on the States concerned. It must be noted, however, that in periods of conflict the capacities of some States are inadequate or even non-existent. In such cases, the international community shoulders the responsibility of supporting them by strengthening their capacities and providing them with the means necessary to fulfil their obligations.”
2019-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8534 (2019) · source
“This year marks the commemoration of the seventieth anniversary of the four Geneva Conventions - the cornerstone of international humanitarian law 4 and the twentieth anniversary of the adoption of resolution 1265 (1999) by the Security Council that introduced the protection of civilians on its agenda. Since then, the protection of civilians has become a key item on the agenda of the Security Council and has contributed to building a culture of awareness-raising on the need to prevent violations, other concerns involving the protection of civilians and how to address them. Without any doubt, over the past 20 years the initiatives taken by the Council have strengthened the protection of civilians in armed conflict and helped save many lives.”
2019-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8534 (2019) · source
“Mr. Kadiri (Morocco) (spoke in French): It is truly a pleasure, Sir, to see the delegation of your friendly country preside over the work of the Security Council for the month of May. I also thank you for taking the initiative to organize this particularly important open debate on the protection of civilians in armed conflict under the presidency of the Minister for Foreign Affairs, whose presence among us earlier we wholeheartedly commend. I take this opportunity to thank the Secretary- General for his comprehensive briefing on the current status of the protection of civilians, while shedding light on the challenges that the international community must overcome in that regard. I also thank Mr. Peter Mauer, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, and Mr. Federico Borello for their especially important briefings.”
2019-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8534 (2019) · source
“To that end, we associate ourselves fully with all actions in that regard, including the voluntary compact on preventing and addressing sexual exploitation and abuse and the Circle of Leadership, which His Majesty King Mohammed VI has joined at the invitation of the Secretary- General. At the national level, the Moroccan judicial system is among the strictest in this area, and many actions have been taken, including the systematic integration of national investigators into all deployed contingents - which incidentally has been recognized as an exemplary practice - the creation of a system for rotating troops every six months, and strengthened predeployment and awareness training.”
2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source
“Moroccan women personnel are regularly deployed in the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces contingents serving in the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic and the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In addition, the fifth rapid deployment battalion has a specific unit with a core female staff. Morocco has achieved the target of 15 per cent of mission experts and military observers in that category. Finally, I would like to emphasize that Morocco, as a major contributor of troops to United Nations peacekeeping operations since the 1960s, attaches particular importance to the fight against sexual exploitation and abuse and to the Secretary-General's zero-tolerance policy in that regard.”
2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source
“We recently organized an international conference in Rabat on the topic of women and peace and security that examined the role of women in mediation, conflict prevention and the issue of deradicalization. Morocco is actively involved in the training of imams, men and women preachers from several African, European and Arab countries in providing guidelines on the true peaceful principles of religion, based on tolerance and acceptance of others, and distanced from erroneous interpretations or radical orientations. We have also been actively involved in integrating women into Morocco's contingents deployed to United Nations peacekeeping operations.”
2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source
“Morocco firmly condemns all forms of sexual violence, including during conflict, and considers them barbaric, brutal and inhumane methods and practices that have serious consequences for the process of establishing lasting peace and reconciliation. In our belief in the importance of the contribution of women as a key element in early-warning mechanisms, their awareness of threats to local security and their role in mediation, we are actively involved in a number of initiatives, including the Initiative on Mediation in the Mediterranean launched by Morocco and Spain in 2012, the Women, Peace and Security Focal Points Network, started by Spain, and the Mediterranean Women Mediators Network, launched by Italy.”
2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source
“Fourthly, the stigma surrounding victims of sexual violence and children born as a result of sexual violence must be eradicated, as it constitutes a new kind of victimization. They must receive support on the medical, social and economic fronts. Fifthly, religious leaders have an influential role to play in combating the misleading exploitation of religion as a justification for violence. They should be encouraged to speak out strongly against violence. Cooperation with local stakeholders and community leaders is also crucial, as they can identify advance signs of sexual violence, provide early-warning systems and suggest appropriate prevention strategies.”
2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source
“Conflict prevention is a central pillar of the women and peace and security agenda, the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals, in particular Goals 5 and 16, which give priority to conflict prevention and demonstrate that women and peace and security issues and development are linked, interconnected and inseparable. Secondly, it is important to support women's participation in debates on conflict prevention and resolution, the maintenance of peace and security and post-conflict peacebuilding. Thirdly, we must combat impunity and strengthen access to justice for victims of sexual violence. A policy of zero tolerance should be embraced wherever violence occurs.”
2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source
“However, given the fact that these heinous acts persist, indignation is no longer enough. Our joint action should be further strengthened to provide real, pragmatic and sustainable solutions for preventing and responding more effectively to acts of sexual violence and helping survivors rebuild their sense of self. I would therefore like to highlight a few points. First, we need a more comprehensive and holistic approach that addresses the root causes of conflict and strengthens the inclusion of women in decision-making processes, promotes human and sustainable development and encourages national initiatives to end gender discrimination.”
2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source