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1. “The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item of its agenda. Members of the Council also have before them document S/2017/1045, which contains the text ofa draft resolution submitted by the United States of America. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2017/1011, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on South Sudan covering the period from 2 September to 14 November 2017. The Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by Show ofhands.”

   2017-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8135 (2017) · source

2. “There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion of the subject. The meeting rose at 10.30 a.m.”

   2017-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8134 (2017) · source

3. “In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Mr. Francois Lounceny Fall, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa, to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2017/995 which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Central Africa and the activities of the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa. I now give the floor to Mr. Fall.”

   2017-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8134 (2017) · source

4. “I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 5.20pm.”

   2017-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8133 (2017) · source

5. “We also welcome the establishment by the Government of Myanmar of the Union Enterprise Mechanism for Humanitarian Assistance, Resettlement and Development in Rakhine, and its efforts to facilitate humanitarian assistance, as well as the return of displaced persons and the restoration of peace to the affected communities. Japan is ready to further support Bangladesh and Myanmar in moving those efforts forward in order to improve the situation on the ground. The international community should continue to closely follow the situation in Rakhine state and support the efforts of the Government of Myanmar in seeking long-term solutions, including the implementation of the recommendations of the Advisory Commission on Rakhine State, chaired by Kofi Annan, to address the root causes of this issue.”

   2017-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8133 (2017) · source

6. “Japan has decided to extend assistance of $18.6 million through international organizations for such high-priority needs as food for displaced persons. We welcome the recent efforts of the Government of Myanmar to improve humanitarian access, including for the World Food Programme. We encourage the Government to further grant humanitarian access. We welcome the arrangement signed on 23 November by Myanmar and Bangladesh for the return of displaced persons who had fled Rakhine state to Bangladesh. We hope that the return process will be implemented steadily, in accordance with the arrangement, and that their safe, voluntary and dignified return will be achieved.”

   2017-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8133 (2017) · source

7. “Regarding the allegations of serious human rights violations, it is necessary to take action against all perpetrators, regardless of their place of origin or political position. On 20 November, the State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, Mr. Nakane, metwith Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, the Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services of Myanmar, following the investigation that was carried out by the armed forces. State Minister Nakane urged Senior General Min Aung Hlaing to take punitive measures against the alleged human rights abuses, based on credible investigations. The Government of Japan highly commends the dedicated efforts of Bangladesh to continuously respond to current humanitarian needs. Indeed, Japan's Foreign Minister Kono visited a displaced persons camp in Cox's Bazar on 19 November.”

   2017-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8133 (2017) · source

8. “I shall now make a statement in my national capacity. I thank Under-Secretary-General Feltman and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict, Ms. Patten, for their comprehensive briefings. Japan is deeply concerned about the human rights and humanitarian conditions on the ground, as well as the alleged killings of civilians and the displacement of over 620,000 people to Bangladesh. Japan's Prime Minister Abe met with Myanmar's State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi on 14 November and expressed his serious concerns over the situation in Rakhine state, as well as his expectation of the restoration of security in accordance with the law, the restoration of humanitarian access, and the safe and voluntary return of displaced persons.”

   2017-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8133 (2017) · source

9. “I thank Ms. Patten for her briefing. I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements.”

   2017-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8133 (2017) · source

10. “In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representatives of Bangladesh and Myanmar to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the following briefers to participate in this meeting: Mr. Jeffrey Feltman, Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs; and Ms. Pramila Patten, Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I now give the floor to Mr. Feltman.”

    2017-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8133 (2017) · source

11. “However, regrettably, not much progress has been achieved on the work of the ICC concerning Darfur due to the lack of cooperation. Japan emphasizes that the Government's obligations under resolution 1593 (2005) with regard to cooperation with the Prosecutor and the ICC remain unchanged. I would like to conclude by reiterating Japan's continued support for the activities of the ICC. Japan will be leaving the Council at the end of this month, but we will continue to look forward to concrete progress on the issue. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I give the floor to the representative of the Sudan.”

    2017-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8132 (2017) · source

12. “Japan once again calls for the full implementation of resolution 1593 (2005), which requires the full cooperation of the Government of the Sudan and all other parties. The continued failure to implement resolution 1593 (2005) will undermine the credibility and legitimacy of the Council. Follow- up on non-compliance is seriously needed. While huge challenges remain in Darfur, such as the political process and the humanitarian and human rights situation, we have seen encouraging changes in both the situation in Darfur and the behaviour of the Government of the Sudan. There have been no open confrontations recently and the cooperation of the Government of the Sudan has significantly improved. We commend the efforts made by the Government of the Sudan, the African Union and the United Nations in that regard. Those efforts must continue.”

    2017-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8132 (2017) · source

13. “I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Japan. I thank Prosecutor Bensouda for her briefing and the presentation of her twenty-sixth report on Darfur, as well as for her dedication and leadership. Japan is committed to the fight against impunity and to supporting the International Criminal Court (ICC). I would like to assure the Prosecutor of Japan's full support for the work of the Office of the Prosecutor. In 2005, Japan, as a Security Council member, supported resolution 1593 (2005) in the light of the serious violations of human rights committed in Darfur. Japan believed that there was a role for the ICC to bring those perpetrators to justice. Cooperation with the Court is vital for the ICC to function effectively and produce successful outcomes.”

    2017-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8132 (2017) · source

14. “In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of the Sudan to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Ms. Fatou Bensouda, Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I give the floor to Prosecutor Bensouda.”

    2017-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8132 (2017) · source

15. “Japan hopes very much that with the assistance of the EU, the two sides will succeed in normalizing their relations in the near future through high-level, serious dialogue, while promoting tolerance and refraining from provocative ethnic rhetoric. In conclusion, Japan is confident that Kosovo will achieve reconciliation among its ethnic groups under democratic governance, and sustained economic growth by exploiting its abundant natural resources and facilitating a predictable business environment. Japan fully supports Kosovo's efforts to that end, as well as its aspirations for European integration.”

    2017-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8100 (2017) · source

16. “The Government of Kosovo must now accelerate the establishment of the long-awaited association/community of Serb-majority municipalities in order to honour the 2013 agreement on the subject with Serbia. Regarding the relations between the two sides, Japan appreciates President Vueie's recent remarks on his commitment to a final resolution of the conflict, and we have taken note of the commencement last month of an internal dialogue. The environment for dialogue between the two sides on their status has been gradually improving, thanks in part to the call by President Thaci of Kosovo for an internal dialogue as well.”

    2017-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8100 (2017) · source

17. “In addition, an adjustment to the briefing cycle is long overdue. A half-year cycle or longer is more than sufficient. Japan very much hopes that the Council will discuss UNMIK's future functions and make the necessary decisions calmly. Of course, while almost 10 years have passed since Kosovo gained its independence, the realities in Kosovo are far from rosy. The crucial issues include reconciliation between Kosovo's Albanian and Serb communities, which is far from complete, and the normalization of relations between Kosovo and Serbia. In that connection, Japan welcomes the oath taken by Serb judges and prosecutors and their integration into Kosovo's justice system last month, in accordance with the agreement between the two leaders in the EU-facilitated dialogue in August.”

    2017-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8100 (2017) · source

18. “Since its establishment in 1999, the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) has greatly contributed to the development of self-governing democratic institutions and ensuring the conditions for peaceful and normal lives for the citizens of Kosovo. Today Kosovo has its own Constitution, democratic Government and parliament. UNMIK is undeniably a success story for the Security Council. At the same time, the Council has the responsibility for determining UNMIK's future. The Mission must be reviewed so that we can assess which functions and mandates it alone can provide. We must address UNMIK's possible duplication of the rule-of-law activities of the European Union (EU) and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, and consider a physical reduction ofUNMIK personnel.”

    2017-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8100 (2017) · source

19. “One such is that the local elections held throughout Kosovo were conducted in a fairly peaceful manner, including in areas with Serb majorities, despite some challenges, and that the new Government of Kosovo, formed in September, is embarking on a smooth political administration transition. Another is that Kosovo has long faced a number of challenges, including the need to createjobs, expand foreign direct investment, normalize relations with Serbia and demarcate its border with Montenegro. The Government therefore has no time to waste in squarely facing those challenges. Another important reality is that the risk of violence in Kosovo is far lower than in other regions on our agenda, such as the Middle East and Africa.”

    2017-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8100 (2017) · source

20. “I would like to thank Mr. Tanin, the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, for his informative briefing and continued service. I also appreciate the statements made by First Deputy Prime Minister Dacie and Ambassador Citaku. As an Ambassador to the United Nations residing in New York, I have one important lesson in mind when attending any Security Council meeting, which is that we should conduct discussions based on the realities on the ground and, when appropriate, call for measures to be taken. The Council should always pay attention to developments on the ground.”

    2017-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8100 (2017) · source

21. “We will continue to contribute to reconciliation, acting as a neutral party among ethnic groups, while fully supporting Mr. Inzko and his Office.”

    2017-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8089 (2017) · source

22. “The High Representative and his Office, the Peace Implementation Council and the Security Council all have important responsibilities and roles to play in this area. Since the end of the conflict, Japan has provided over $500 million to support Bosnia and Herzegovina, both now and into the future. Recent efforts include demining, agricultural development in Srebrenica, the installation of a flue-gas desulphurization plant to fight pollution in Republika Srpska, the development of shared health- and physical-education curriculums for all ethnic groups, and support for children of different ethnic backgrounds to learn sports together in Mostar. While December will be Japan's final month on the Security Council during its current term, it will remain a core member of the Peace Implementation Council.”

    2017-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8089 (2017) · source

23. “We are particularly concerned by actions, such as the Republika Srpska National Assembly's adoption ofa resolution on the protection of the constitutional order and on the military neutrality of the Republika Srpska, which have a negative impact on Bosnia and Herzegovina's sovereignty and territorial integrity. We also emphasize that actions by Republika Srpska's leaders to undermine the authority of the High Representative are not only politically unacceptable, but they are also violations of the Dayton Agreement. The international community must continue to convince the leaders of the Republika Srpska that containing nationalism and separatism are crucial for people's peace and prosperity.”

    2017-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8089 (2017) · source

24. “Next October's elections and campaigns provide a prime opportunity to solidify national unity and inclusiveness among different ethnic groups, and they should in no way be an occasion for ethnically based actions and rhetoric. Japan strongly hopes that electoral reform will move forward based on consensus and inclusivity among ethnic groups in order for fair elections to be held on schedule. As I did in our previous debate (see S/PV.7943), I unfortunatelymustreiterate Japan's deep disappointment over a number of ethnically divisive developments in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”

    2017-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8089 (2017) · source

25. “Japan calls for further accelerated efforts on the country's EU candidacy through the submission of answers to the European Commission's questionnaire by the end of the year. We note, however, that the Government's efforts on economic reforms have not been sufficient. We hope to see progress in efforts on a fuel-tax bill, including addressing the serious unemployment situation, especially for young people, and measures to create an environment conducive to foreign investment. In that regard, at the Japan-Bosnia Herzegovina Foreign Ministers meeting on 1 October in Tokyo, Foreign Minister Kono of Japan particularly stressed the importance of improving the investment environment.”

    2017-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8089 (2017) · source

26. “IthankHigh Representative Inzko for his informative briefing. Japan continues to appreciate Mr. Inzko's important role in supporting peace and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina. We also welcome the unanimous adoption of an extended mandate for the European Union-led peacekeeping force, which plays a pivotal role in maintaining peace in the country. All ethnic groups in Bosnia and Herzegovina share a common position on joining the European Union (EU). Japan strongly supports the Government's efforts in the country's accession process towards membership in the EU and NATO. We welcome progress on regional cooperation, which can be seen in the signing of the EU transport community treaty in September.”

    2017-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8089 (2017) · source

27. “Japan has provided more than $9 million through UNICEF and other international organizations since 2010, with a focus on the construction and improvement of water-, sanitation- and hygiene-related facilities. We will continue our support, especially through preventive social, economic and public-health measures and poverty reduction, as well as resilient and high- quality infrastructure. Haiti has made commendable progress under challenging conditions, but continued United Nations efforts and the attention of the Security Council continue to be necessary. Japan looks forward to working with the international community to ensure that recent improvements lead to lasting progress in the lives of the Haitian people.”

    2017-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8068 (2017) · source

28. “However, as was evident during the Council's Visit in June, enormous peacebuilding and development needs remain. As the Secretary-General stressed in his report, there are ongoing challenges in the areas of governance, human rights, gender equality, judicial reform and institution-building. We must support Haiti now so as to ensure its self-reliance in future. The role of the international community and the United Nations country team will be crucial. With the ownership of the Haitian authorities, Japan will continue to support the development and improvement of basic social services, as well as post-disaster reconstruction. We have focused a great deal on alleviating the suffering caused by the devastating cholera outbreak.”

    2017-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8068 (2017) · source

29. “Japan welcomes the continued implementation of the joint MINUSTAH-United Nations country team transition plan, as well as the progress in efforts to ensure that the United Nations Mission for Justice Support in Haiti (MINUJUSTH) will be operational on the first day. We join the Secretary-General in calling on the Government to sign the status-of-forces agreement by 16 October. We look forward to working with MINUJUSTH and the Government to strengthen the rule of law and institutions, and further advance the development and professionalization of Haiti's police in line with the 2017-2021 strategic development plan. Haiti is on the path towards further consolidating its democracy, national unity and stability. We commend the efforts of the Government and the people of Haiti to that end, and those efforts must continue.”

    2017-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8068 (2017) · source

30. “Those efforts included training Haitians in the use of heavy machinery, as well as technology transfer. I was particularly encouraged by a report that I received from a staff member who joined the Mission and provided training to young Haitians in the operation of the heavy machinery. In it, he wrote that the most memorable moment for him was when the young Haitian trainees expressed their joy with every part of their body on the day they passed the qualifying exams for their operating licenses. We have been encouraged by the Haitian display of ownership in rebuilding their country based on that report. Japan is proud of its Self- Defence Forces' success in helping lay the groundwork for stability, and we have built on those experiences during subsequent deployments.”

    2017-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8068 (2017) · source

31. “I would like to thank Ms. Sandra Honore, Special Representative of the Secretary-General, for her comprehensive wrap-up briefing on the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH), whose mandate will successfully conclude next Sunday. Japan welcomes the outline of MINUSTAH's achievements in the Secretary- General's latest report (S/2017/840) and pays tribute to Special Representative Honore, her predecessors, their teams, the Secretariat and, particularly, the troop- and police-contributing countries for their tireless support to Haiti over the past 13 years. Japan's participation in MINUSTAH was also an important step in its history of contributing to United Nations peacekeeping. We deployed approximately 2,200 Self-Defence Forces personnel to the Mission beginning in 2010 to support reconstruction following the earthquake.”

    2017-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8068 (2017) · source

32. “With regard to aviation security,l would like to take this opportunity to strongly condemn the series of ballistic missile launches carried out by North Korea in flagrant violation of Security Council resolutions. We demand that North Korea immediately cease all such actions. Those ballistic missiles were launched without any prior notification. They could have catastrophic consequences and pose a threat to aviation security. In conclusion, I would like to stress the importance of moving towards implementation. Japan is always ready to work closely with other countries to enhance their capacities in counter-terrorism, including aviation security. We must unite against terrorists by implementing resolution 2309 (2016) and related resolutions and further enhancing our counter- terrorism measures.”

    2017-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8057 (2017) · source

33. “Therefore, updating the sanctions lists on the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant and Al-Qaida and populating INTERPOL databases, including stolen and lost travel documents databases, is important. Those databases should be extended to airports and border checkpoints. If those areas do not have access to the databases, terrorists can sneak across borders unnoticed due to the lack of timely notice. However, more than 100 out of the 190 member States of INTERPOL do not use that powerful database to screen travellers at airports and border checkpoints. Therefore, I urge Member States to extend access to INTERPOL databases to airports and other front-line checkpoints in accordance with resolution 2322 (2016).”

    2017-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8057 (2017) · source

34. “However, as Ambassador Aboulatta pointed out, according to the March report of the Executive Directorate of the Counter-Terrorism Committee, only 57 out of 193 Member States have introduced API and only 15 use the PNR system. Japan calls upon all Member States to employ those systems as soon as possible, as encouraged by relevant resolutions. In order to support such efforts, Japan has provided $2.24 million of assistance to the Asia-Pacific region to promote API and PNR for aviation security. We hope that other Member States will also promote support for the wider use of those systems. Moreover, API and PNR systems will not be enough. We must collect information on terrorists in order to be able to match the information obtained by API and PNR.”

    2017-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8057 (2017) · source

35. “While aviation security covers a wide range of areas of activty, information exchange is among the most basic and effective. As the briefers pointed out, advance passenger information (API) and passenger name record (PNR) systems should be introduced in order to detect foreign terrorist fighters, in accordance with resolutions 2178 (2014) and 2368 (2017). ICAO's API guidelines and PNR reporting standards demonstrate how useful such systems can be. API includes passport and flight information, while PNR includes passengers' booking information, including itineraries, the names and nationalities of travelling companions and payment methods. That information helps the authorities analyse and detect possible foreign terrorist fighters before they arrive at airports.”

    2017-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8057 (2017) · source

36. “I would like to begin by thanking Ms. Fang Liu, Secretary General of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), and Ambassador Amr Abdellatif Aboulatta, Chair of the Counter-Terrorism Committee, for their comprehensive and informative briefings. Japan co-sponsored resolution 2309 (2016) with a View to enhancing aviation security together with the international community. Civil aviation has been an attractive target for terrorists over the past decades, as we witnessed with the attacks in the United States of 11 September 2011, and more recently in Brussels and Istanbul last year. Terrorists will use all available methods to attack civil aviation. We therefore need to use all available tools to prevent them from doing so.”

    2017-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8057 (2017) · source

37. “Japan welcomes the unanimous adoption of resolution 2379 (2017) and is pleased to have co-sponsored it. I would like to express my gratitude to the United Kingdom for having taken the lead on drafting this important resolution. We support the resolution's setting up of an investigative team to assist Iraq in collecting evidence of the crimes committed by the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), including those that may amount to war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide. Collecting and preserving evidence is essential in order to bring the perpetrators of those crimes to justice in future. We strongly hope that through its impartial and independent investigation, the team will help Iraq in preventing violent extremism and in promoting national reconciliation among the people.”

    2017-09-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8052 (2017) · source

38. “Japan reiterates its support for the parties to implement the peace agreement and will closely follow the work of the second Mission.”

    2017-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8049 (2017) · source

39. “We welcome the unanimous adoption of resolution 2377 (2017). Japan is pleased to have co-sponsored it. The first United Nations Mission in Colombia has been a model of success. We commend the Mission for its efficient responsible work, including in the process ofthe laying down of arms. This success was built on the strong commitment to the Peace Agreement by both the Government and the Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia. The United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia will also rely on the continued commitment and determination of all parties, including on economic and social integration, security guarantees and the full observance of the peace agreement. The whole-of- United Nations approach will remain critical.”

    2017-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8049 (2017) · source

40. “In a similar vein, we commend the recent United Nations-AU joint mission to Nigeria under the Deputy Secretary-General to support efforts to advance peace through women's well-being and empowerment. Empowering women and promoting their active role is essential to rebuilding society and strengthening community resilience against terrorism and violent extremism. Japan strongly supports the United Nations regional approaches to the Lake Chad basin and the Sahel. We also encourage UNOWAS and UNOCA to focus sustained attention on and follow up to resolution 2349 (2017) in that regard. Japan looks forward to working together with international and regional partners to secure a better future for the region.”

    2017-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8047 (2017) · source

41. “All actors must integrate gender analysis into their substantive work, including by adopting a gender- specific approach for the protection and empowerment of women and girls victimized by or formerly associated with Boko Haram. As a recent example of efforts to implement resolution 2349 (2017), Japan has funded a subregional workshop, hosted by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, in Yaounde in July, to better integrate a gender perspective into criminal justice responses to terrorism. This workshop supported multisectoral efforts by four countries, as well as the African Union (AU) to strengthen the criminal justice response while ensuring that women's rights are respected.”

    2017-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8047 (2017) · source

42. “Local calls for job creation, education and vocational training for youth are common throughout the region. The long-term impact of climate change on the socioeconomic stability of the region and community also needs to be examined. The importance of enhancing community resilience to Violent extremism by addressing the root causes of the Boko Haram insurgency cannot be overemphasized. I would also like to draw attention to the disproportionate impact of sexual and gender-based violence on women and girls in the region by Boko Haram, as well as other actors. Female internally displaced persons are also most vulnerable during a humanitarian crisis and a gender-responsive approach is a must.”

    2017-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8047 (2017) · source

43. “Following the Oslo Humanitarian Conference on Nigeria and the Lake Chad Region in February, the first senior officials meeting of the Oslo Consultative Group last week expanded the focus to long-term stability and development, including through enhanced institutions. Our efforts must build on this growing global attention to ensure that the United Nations technical expertise in development and peacebuilding is deployed coherently and effectively across the Lake Chad basin. Both the Security Council and the African Union Peace and Security Council have visited the field individually. These missions led to a shared awareness of the challenges facing the Lake Chad basin and of the need to do more. It has become clear that the deterioration of the economy raises the risk of terrorist recruitment.”

    2017-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8047 (2017) · source

44. “There is a commendable effort under way to strengthen civil- military cooperation among humanitarian actors, the Multinational Joint Task Force and national security services. We encourage these actors to share information and best practices. We also call for full implementation of the tripartite agreement between the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Cameroon and Nigeria, which is essential for the safe and dignified return of refugees. Japan is actively considering additional humanitarian assistance to counter food insecurity and nutritional emergency. In addition to the immediate humanitarian response to the crisis, long-term investment in socioeconomic development is required for early recovery.”

    2017-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8047 (2017) · source

45. “I thank Under-Secretary- General Feltman and Ms. Imam for their briefings. Boko Haram represents an ongoing threat to the Lake Chad basin, with devastating near-term humanitarian impacts and long-term socioeconomic effects. We are encouraged by the efforts of the countries in the region, including gains made through the Multinational Joint Task Force during the reporting period. However, much more needs to be done to implement resolution 2349 (2017) and stabilize the region. Allow me to highlight a few areas that need particular attention. More than anything else, there are massive and immediate humanitarian needs. The large-scale food insecurity and nutritional emergency requires not only more aid, but also delivery and access.”

    2017-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8047 (2017) · source

46. “It is key to abide by the principle of finding an African solution to African problems if we wish to be successful in overcoming our common challenges.”

    2017-09-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8044 (2017) · source

47. “The importance of this cooperation is reflected in the joint efforts undertaken by the Economic Community of West African States, the AU and other international partners, including the United Nations, which made it possible to avert conflict in the Republic of the Gambia. In the same way, Bolivia believes that success in crisis resolution depends on the role assigned women and young people in that area and therefore underscores the need for both organizations to endeavour to ensure that both these groups are fully integrated into all activities related to peace and security. To conclude, Bolivia deems it crucial to allow the African Union to play a more central role in the making of decisions on issues of concern to it, respecting the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of all of its member countries.”

    2017-09-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8044 (2017) · source

48. “In that connection, Bolivia supports the Secretary- General's statement in his report that coherence in the decisions taken by the two Councils is crucial in order to ensure greater impact and strategic convergence so as to enhance our collective capacity to tackle challenges of peace and security. Moreover, we believe that we must continue to explore various ways to provide support and assistance to AU operations, pursuant to resolution 2320 (2016). Against this backdrop, Bolivia supports the request made by the African Union concerning flexible, predictable financing and economic support for peace and security operations. We highlight the importance of dialogue and cooperation with regional and subregional partners in order to prevent conflicts.”

    2017-09-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8044 (2017) · source

49. “Bolivia encourages these initiatives, including the deployment of the Group of Five for the Sahel joint force, and we agree with the Secretary-General, as stated in his report, that it is important to complement those efforts with the work done in Mali and coordinate them with the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali. Bolivia underlines the growing level of strategic partnership between the Security Council and the AU Peace and Security Council and the commitment to the development of a structured, equitable relationship, focusing on strengthening mutual support and continuing technical assistance on both political issues and peacekeeping operations.”

    2017-09-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8044 (2017) · source

50. “Bolivia welcomes the signing of the agreement on the provision of support and the memorandum of understanding of 24 February between the AU Commission and the countries that contribute troops in the Lake Chad basin region, with a View to enabling the international community to provide additional support to the region. In South Sudan, this support has been reflected in the work of the AU Commission Chairperson and the AU High Representative for South Sudan, who have worked to ensure the inclusivity of the national dialogue and the implementation of the agreement, in close consultation with the Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission, IGAD and the United Nations.”

    2017-09-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8044 (2017) · source