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Kimani

lines on the record: 811
first: 2021-05-27
most recent: 2023-10-25
sittings or episodes: 113
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“For its part, the international community needs to honour its obligations to support refugees, host countries, countries of origin and all other relevant stakeholders in the protection, assistance, integration and eventual repatriation of refugees to their home countries. Adequate and consistent funding, as requested by host countries and UNHCR, is an imperative that we must all meet. Funding aside, the wealthiest countries, with their high- employment economies, can undertake a great deal more resettlement of refugees. Financing is only one pillar of responsibility. Hosting is the other pillar. Financing itself, as presently practised, may be disguising deeper challenges for refugees.”
2021-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8919 (2021) · source
“Even as Kenya continues to host refugees from neighbouring States in the region, we call for concerted efforts for them to be accorded basic rights within the confines of national laws. To that end, the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has a crucial role to play in ensuring that radicalization and support for acts of terrorism are eradicated from their camps. In addition, it is crucial to reinforce the tenet that encampment is not permanent but a preparation for suitable conditions for resettlement once peace and normalcy have been restored.”
2021-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8919 (2021) · source
“We remain committed to upholding the principles of international refugee protection through the implementation of international, regional and domestic policy documents. In November of this year, President Uhuru Kenyatta enacted the Refugees Act 2021, which strengthens the management of refugees in Kenya by consolidating the provisions of several international legal instruments. Kenya is also committed to fulfilling the global compact on refugees, whose four main objectives are the easing of pressure on host countries, enhancing refugee self-reliance, expanding access to third-country solutions and supporting conditions in countries of origin for return in safety and dignity.”
2021-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8919 (2021) · source
“Those include resource competition, leading to exerting stress on the livelihoods of host communities, acute environmental degradation and economic and security challenges. Terrorist and militant groups have been known to exploit refugee camps to facilitate indoctrination and recruitment, which enable them to carry out attacks. Refugee camps have also been captured, or have been used, to further the criminal economies that are utilized by militants and terrorist organizations. It is critical that the United Nations and all humanitarian agencies that are charged with taking care of refugee camps make every effort to ensure that such criminality does not occur in the camps. Despite such challenges, throughout the years Kenya has continued to host refugees from neighbouring States.”
2021-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8919 (2021) · source
“I want to thank Mr. Filippo Grandi for his comprehensive briefing. Kenya takes note of the growing number of refugees globally as a result of protracted conflicts, economic crises and the effects of climate change. It is worth noting, as other Council members have, that the overwhelming bulk of refugees globally — 86 per cent in this case — are being hosted by developing countries, with the least developed countries providing asylum to 27 per cent of the global total. While acknowledging the push factors that force populations to flee from their homes, we are also conscious of the challenges that the refugee problem poses to host States, particularly with regard to socioeconomic and ecological conditions.”
2021-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8919 (2021) · source
“In that regard, we encourage the cooperation and coordination of regional organizations, in particular the East African Community, the Economic Community of Central African States, the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region and the African Union, in supporting mediation, dialogue and the restoration of trust among Member States of the region in order to consolidate sustainable peace, security and development. In conclusion, we reiterate our steadfast support for MONUSCO in its efforts to provide assistance for the sustainable stabilization and development of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Our support to facilitate its work through the renewal of its mandate in the upcoming days can be assured.”
2021-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8918 (2021) · source
“We encourage the Secretary-General to undertake regular strategic reviews of MONUSCO, including the progressive implementation of the Comprehensive Planning and Performance Assessment System, to describe the Mission’s impact and effectiveness and facilitate, as necessary, a re-evaluation of its composition and mandate in the context of its gradual and responsible withdrawal. The A3+1 reiterates its commitment to the principle of subsidiarity, as enshrined in the letter and spirit of the Charter of the United Nations.”
2021-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8918 (2021) · source
“The protection of civilians is a first priority on the ground. That is why we urge all United Nations agencies and other partners of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to make such protection of civilians a high priority and undertake it through their engagement activities. We welcome efforts undertaken by the Secretary- General to mobilize all partners and stakeholders in support of more effective United Nations peacekeeping through his Action for Peacekeeping initiative.”
2021-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8918 (2021) · source
“We urge for enhanced regional cooperation in promoting the implementation of the provisions of the Addis Ababa Framework Agreement and other regional tools to fight the illegal exploitation and trade of natural resources in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. We further call upon the international community and the various stakeholders to support the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in monitoring and curbing, as necessary, the supply chains for the illegally exploited and traded natural resources. The protection of civilians in the conflict-affected regions remains crucial. In that regard, we encourage the Special Representative of the Secretary-General to redouble her efforts with regard to protection-of-civilian activities, particularly through the neutralization of armed groups by MONUSCO’s Intervention Brigade.”
2021-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8918 (2021) · source
“The A3+1 therefore welcomes a comprehensive approach that includes the establishment of the Disarmament, Demobilization, Community Reintegration and Stabilization Programme and MONUSCO’s engagement in supporting its operationalization. The A3+1 recognizes the linkage between the illegal exploitation and trade of resources and the illegal trafficking in small arms and light weapons in fuelling armed conflict. We therefore encourage MONUSCO, in accordance with its mandate, to support the Congolese Government in undercutting the economic lifelines of armed groups that benefit from the illegal exploitation of, and trade in, natural resources.”
2021-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8918 (2021) · source
“The A3+1 recognizes the efforts of the armed forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) against armed groups. We reiterate the importance of continued support through, inter alia, enhanced joint military operations, information-sharing, training and capacity-building programmes, including weapons and ammunition management, counter- improvised explosive devices and explosive ordnance disposal. The threat posed by armed groups in the Democratic Republic of the Congo cannot be solved by military means alone.”
2021-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8918 (2021) · source
“We underscore the importance of guaranteeing security by safeguarding the freedoms and rights of the population, promoting zero tolerance to gender-based violence and holding perpetrators of human rights abuses accountable. The need for humanitarian assistance is growing due to the alarming number of refugees and internally displaced people. We urge international partners to scale up their assistance by contributing, with a sense of urgency, to the 2021 humanitarian response plan, and we encourage the United Nations and its Member States to reinvigorate their support for refugees and the respective host countries by strengthening our collective international responsibility, in line with a comprehensive refugee response framework.”
2021-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8918 (2021) · source
“The A3+1 calls on the international community and financial and technical partners to continue to support the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in strengthening the capacities of its national security, justice and economic institutions, including by supporting the Government’s programme of action for the period 2021 to 2023, which provides key tools for creating safe environments conducive to advancing lasting and sustainable peace, stability and development. The A3+1 remains deeply concerned over the deteriorating humanitarian situation in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, which has been worsened by widespread insecurity, particularly the destabilizing activities of armed groups. We recognize the efforts being made by the Congolese Government to pacify the region and restore State authority.”
2021-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8918 (2021) · source
“We are encouraged by His Excellency President Tshilombo Tshisekedi’s commitment to ensuring a timely, inclusive, transparent, credible and peaceful electoral process in 2023, in line with the constitutional timelines. We welcome the establishment of the Independent National Electoral Commission, the promotion of freedom of expression and democratic space and the meaningful participation of women and youth in decision-making positions.”
2021-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8918 (2021) · source
“I have the honour to make this statement on behalf of the three African members of the Security Council — Kenya, the Niger and Tunisia — as well as Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (A3+1). The A3+1 thanks you, Mr. President, for your work as Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1533 (2004), concerning the Democratic Republic of the Congo. We thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Bintou Keita for her briefing and commend her team for their commitment to supporting peace and security in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. We also thank Ms. Marie-Madeleine Kalala for her briefing.”
2021-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8918 (2021) · source
“I conclude by encouraging the Security Council to have the same standard of seriousness and demand for accountability for other crimes committed by other terrorist groups, including in Africa and the Horn of Africa. We must have a single standard and must not deviate or create double standards or a two-lane counter-terrorism architecture in the Security Council.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8914 (2021) · source
“Kenya believes that the effectiveness of national judicial and prosecutorial institutions is critical to the exercise of sovereignty, and that national ownership strengthens the accountability process. We are also encouraged by the acceleration of field-based activities in the second half of this year, as UNITAD transitions back to a full staffing footprint, as well as UNITAD’s continued support of Government efforts to excavate mass grave sites associated with ISIL crimes. I commend the bravery of the survivors and witnesses, whose testimonies make UNITAD’s work possible, and I support the extra measures being taken to ensure their physical safety and mental well-being, which must be prioritized.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8914 (2021) · source
“We would like members and the international community to always remember that the ideology of ISIL and that of Al-Qaida affiliates, such as Al-Shabaab, when operationalized and allowed to take root, becomes genocide. That is its logical end. In line with UNITAD’s mandate to support domestic efforts to hold ISIL accountable, Kenya welcomes the Special Adviser’s prioritization of engagements with Iraqi high-level Government officials early in his tenure. The achievement of full accountability depends on cooperation with the Iraqi Government, strengthening the capacity of Iraqi authorities and working in partnership with all elements of Iraqi society, including survivor groups, religious authorities and community leaders. I applaud the transfer of skills through training and technology and the provision of international standard equipment.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8914 (2021) · source
“We reiterate our unequivocal support for the prosecution of members of this group, not only for their terrorist acts but also for related crimes, including war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide. We recall ISIL’s horrific crimes against individuals, motivated by its extremist ideology, a core part of which is the instrumentalization of a clash of identities and intolerance of diversity, which leads it, by definition, in addition to its violence, to encourage exclusion, marginalization and victimization based on ethnicity and religion. This ideology has, unfortunately, inspired movements around the world, including in Africa, where it continues to destabilize our countries.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8914 (2021) · source
“I congratulate you, Mr. President, on assuming the presidency of the Security Council. I thank Mexico for shepherding us through the previous month with such positive effect. I congratulate Mr. Christian Ritscher on his appointment as Special Adviser and Head of the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da’esh/Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (UNITAD), and I thank him for his briefing. Kenya welcomes the progress the Investigative Team has made, as reflected in its seventh report, and recognizes the contributions made by UNITAD in the landmark conviction of a fighter of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) in Germany earlier this week. Holding those operatives accountable is critical to combating genocide.”
2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8914 (2021) · source
“Despite many challenges, we have seen grassroots organizations continue to offer support and solutions at the local level to communities — both Israeli and Palestinian — that continue to be affected by the ongoing crisis. Kenya therefore reaffirms the need for the Council to highlight and support that grassroots tier as a valuable contributor to peacebuilding efforts on the ground.”
2021-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8913 (2021) · source
“We take note that the Israeli Government’s designation on 22 October of the six human rights and humanitarian non-governmental organizations as terrorist organizations happened against the backdrop of the Kenya’s call on 19 October for an independent civil society voice in the region. When it comes to the condemnation of terrorism and designation of terrorist groups, Kenya has been and will continue to be on record calling for that to happen. However, designations should also be approached with caution so as not to grant unwarranted recognition, create a semblance of strength or encourage eager recruits to join terrorist organization.”
2021-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8913 (2021) · source
“The joint press statement issued on 18 November by the Middle East Quartet envoys further reinforced the urgency of all parties to take additional steps to address the persistent challenges in the Middle East process and advance a two-State solution. We also welcome the statement’s emphasis on respect for human rights and the actions of civil society groups. We believe that the implementable outcomes of all those processes, working alongside the constructive efforts of civil society organizations, are part of the immediate and long-term steps that will entrench and root the sustainability of the Middle East peace process.”
2021-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8913 (2021) · source
“UNRWA plays a critical role throughout the Middle East, including facilitating critical health, education, social protection, microfinance and other services in the West Bank, East Jerusalem, Gaza, Jordan, Syria and Lebanon. It is also welcome that both Israeli and Palestinian high-level officials participated in the 17 November ministerial meeting of the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee for the Coordination of the International Assistance to Palestinians. We urge that spirit of cooperation and exchange of constructive and practical measures to continue, especially when it comes to establishing sustainable development on the ground and addressing the coronavirus disease pandemic, particularly in Gaza and the West Bank.”
2021-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8913 (2021) · source
“Beyond condemnation of that and in anticipation of the December report of the Secretary-General on the implementation of resolution 2334 (2016), Kenya looks forward to an update on any ongoing efforts to combat terrorism, all acts of violence against civilians and effective operations aimed at confronting all those engaged in terrorist attacks. Kenya welcomes progress reflected in the outcomes of the recent processes aimed at making a difference to the communities on the ground. We join in the call of the 16 November international ministerial conference on the reinforcement of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA).”
2021-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8913 (2021) · source
“Kenya has repeatedly condemned terrorist attacks and acts conducive to terrorism perpetrated by Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad and other affiliated militant groups against Israeli civilians and civilian infrastructure. We condemn in the strongest terms the Hamas gunman killing of Eliyahu David Kay during the recent terror attack in Jerusalem’s Old City. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and the family of those injured. Again, we repeat that no cause can justify the deliberate targeting of civilians and those acts of terror must cease.”
2021-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8913 (2021) · source
“We will also continue to call for the cessation of Israeli settlement activity in the occupied Palestinian territory, including East Jerusalem, and demolitions, including those that pose a risk to the actualization of the two-State solution and undermine the territorial contiguity of a viable Palestinian State based on the 1967 lines. We urge the Israeli authorities not to undertake any actions that will further constitute major obstacles to a political and lasting solution. That includes the recent announcement of the construction of 3,100 new settlements in the West Bank. We also call upon all parties to refrain from actions that will stand in the way of peace and security for both Israelis and Palestinians.”
2021-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8913 (2021) · source
“It is good to see Special Coordinator Tor Wennesland at last in person on this cold morning. I would also like to thank Ms. Comfort Ero for her briefing. During the October open debate (see S/PV.8883) on this file, Kenya called for the greater recognition of grass-roots organizations that are constructively working for peace in the interim and in the long term. We recognize that, while there may be a lack of progress in the State and other official channels, there are still Israelis and Palestinians making vital contributions to sustaining hope for peace and creating an atmosphere conducive to it.”
2021-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8913 (2021) · source
“Finally, Kenya continues to express solidarity with the people of Libya and calls for respect of Libya’s territorial integrity and sovereignty.”
2021-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8912 (2021) · source
“We supported the proposed Security Council presidential statement, as it constitutes the much- needed Council voice in support of Libyans. We also look forward to the substantial renewal of the UNSMIL mandate to reflect the gains so far, signal the Security Council’s support and pave the way for the implementation of improvements under the mandate. We recall that all of Libya’s frozen assets are to be preserved and eventually returned to, and for the benefit of, the people of Libya. We therefore emphasize the need to consider appropriate reviews in that respect. We also encourage the implementation of the sanctions, in liaison with Libyan authorities, and welcome relevant discussions in that regard.”
2021-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8912 (2021) · source
“As I make this statement in the aftermath of the disappointing outcomes in Glasgow, we can conclude only, as has been done often in the last few days, that unless there are determined efforts to invest in climate adaptation in the Sahel and in West Africa, the boats in the Mediterranean will continue to fill with desperate refugees. Intercepting migrants or aiding their interception at sea and return to Libyan ports will in the end become an even bigger global crisis. We call for greater responsibility in taking actions in response to the link between climate change and the political and economic crises it produces, which lead to the growing number of African climate refugees seeking to traverse the Sahel, the Sahara, Libya and the Mediterranean.”
2021-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8912 (2021) · source
“Additionally, campaign seasons easily give rise to inflammatory and divisive comments and speeches, some which in this case have already been spewed out. We call on Libyans to draw from the importance of dialogue and the national reconciliation process to resolve those contentions with a view to attaining the country’s common good. As always, we want to remind African countries, of which Libya is one, that elections do not bring countries together; however, they must be held while always paying heed to the process of reconciliation that is required. We must not forget or abandon the thousands of migrants who are suffering intolerable treatment as they seek to reach the shores of Europe.”
2021-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8912 (2021) · source
“We also welcome the arrival in October in Tripoli of the first group of United Nations monitors to support the Libyan ceasefire monitoring mechanism, and we re-emphasize the need to guard that process as a truly Libyan-led and -owned one. We call for support from Member States, regional organizations and the United Nations to the requisite corresponding security sector reforms and disarmament, demobilization and reintegration efforts. As Libyans move closer to 24 December, we commend the work that has already been done, and that is ongoing, in preparation for the elections, such as voter registration and the registration of candidates for the presidential elections. However, we note that there remains a deep divergence of views regarding the legal framework for the elections.”
2021-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8912 (2021) · source
“The first international Libya Stabilization Conference, hosted by the Government of National Unity on 21 October in Tripoli, is testament to that. To secure the gains achieved so far, foreign interference in Libya must end. Such interference is also characterized by the continued presence of foreign fighters and mercenaries, with a destabilizing effect, not only on Libya but also on the broader region. Kenya therefore welcomes the comprehensive action plan for the gradual, balanced and sequenced withdrawal of mercenaries, foreign fighters and foreign forces from Libya, signed by the 5+5 Joint Military Commission on 8 October, and we emphasize the importance of its implementation. We urge the international community to strongly support that.”
2021-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8912 (2021) · source
“During yesterday’s briefing on Libya (see S/PV.8911), we reminded the Security Council of the need for all of us to remember the genesis of the conflict. We welcome all members of the Council and the international community at large to undertake their own assessments of the past decade in Libya to identify the lessons we need to learn to avoid a repetition of the blunders and self-interested interventions that have characterized the international community’s interaction with Libya and the region. Notwithstanding that history, commendable progress has been made to resolve the political conflicts that have generated so much violence and suffering. The people of Libya have conveyed their resoluteness to rebuild and restore.”
2021-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8912 (2021) · source
“I thank Mr. Ján Kubiš, Special Envoy of the Secretary General for Libya, for his briefing and his service to the people of Libya. I also thank Ambassador Tirumurti, Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011), and Ms. Lamees Bensaad, member of the Libyan Political Dialogue Forum, for their briefings. I welcome the presence of our colleague Ambassador Taher Elsonni, Permanent Representative of Libya. Kenya acknowledges the important role played by the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) in support the peace process, especially at this critical time. We also acknowledge the great support that neighbouring States, other States and regional organizations have lent in that regard.”
2021-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8912 (2021) · source
“We encourage continued, dedicated cooperation and look forward to further progress on that file. This leads me, finally, to the humanitarian situation. The facilitation of returns to areas of origin is a welcome development. We continue to encourage the continued repatriation of refugees from the Al-Hol camp to enable their return to normalcy. In closing, Kenya reiterates its call for all actors to uphold the political independence, sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity of Iraq and for all actions to be motivated by the interests of the Iraqi people. We further reaffirm our support for the United Nations Assistance Mission in Iraq in its assistance to the Government and the people of Iraq.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“We condemn in the strongest terms the assassination attempt on the Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kadhimi, as well as the targeting of UNAMI and Independent High Electoral Commission officials. On the positive regional developments, Kenya commends Iraq for successfully convening the Baghdad Conference for Cooperation and Partnership in addressing common challenges faced by the region. It is our experience that the active, positive engagement of neighbouring and nearby countries, particularly acting in a coordinated manner, is key to resolving difficult political and security crises. Kenya takes note of the commendable progress made in the further identification of Kuwaitis and two third-country nationals from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, whose families can now have closure.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“In that regard, laws should create an administrative apparatus in Iraq that is inclusive of all minorities, including in the issuing of national identity cards and other administrative mechanisms of the State, in particular as they relate to the Yazidi minority and its female population, including the survivors of the atrocities of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL). On the security situation, Kenya condemns the continued attacks by ISIL in several governorates and against the Iraqi security forces. It is deeply alarming that there were 157 attacks carried out by that group between August and October. We call for coordinated regional and international support in a manner that promotes the security and stability of Iraq through cooperative bilateral and multilateral approaches.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“The Government should remain conscious of the imperative to pay special attention to vulnerable groups, especially women, children, youth and marginalized groups, including minority ethnic and religious communities. We urge the newly elected parliamentarians to be aware of the critical importance of ensuring that the laws that they now go on to pass and that shape the State embrace all Iraqis regardless of their ethnicity, religion or origin. A major test of whether the democratic culture that Iraq is nurturing will lead to peace or feed future violence is the extent to which it is inclusive of all Iraqis. We believe that, in particular, its treatment of the Yazidi people will show the world the strength and quality of Iraq’s democracy.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“That is a demonstration of the appreciation by the Iraqi electorate of the paramount role that women play in the pursuit of security, political stability and the well-being of all. We urge all political parties, candidates and other stakeholders to demonstrate political maturity by submitting any electoral grievances, including claims of electoral fraud, to the established legal frameworks, in accordance with the electoral code of conduct, for redress. We further call on the parties to accept the election results once legal processes are completed and engage in constructive dialogue in order to build an inclusive governance system that delivers for all Iraqis regardless of their religious, ethnic, cultural or social backgrounds.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“Kenya therefore applauds the people and the Government of Iraq for the successful holding of the parliamentary elections, which reaffirmed their strong commitment to the fundamental democratic principle that vests the authority of the Government in the will of the people as the best hope for political, economic and social progress. We commend the Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC) for conducting the parliamentary elections on 10 October and laud UNAMI for its critical constructive advice and technical assistance. We further acknowledge the essential role played by the Iraqi security agencies, noting that the elections were held in a challenging security environment. Kenya notes with satisfaction the significant rise in and promotion of the participation of women in the election process, exceeding the targeted 25 per cent quota.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“I thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert and Ms. Amal Kabashi for their briefings. We take note of the Secretary-General’s reports on the work of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) (S/2021/946) and on the Iraqi elections (S/2021/932). In the world over, including in established democracies, national election processes often heighten political tension and acrimony, uncertainty and even lead to violent confrontations. These can be more pronounced in newer democracies and countries emerging from conflict, such as Iraq.”
2021-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8910 (2021) · source
“Activities under such support can be reflected in the relevant Secretary-General’s reports to monitor progress and address any challenges as a preventive measure. I reaffirm Kenya’s commitment to all efforts to comprehensively address this challenge of diversion and trafficking in small arms and welcome Mexico’s efforts to seek and pass a resolution in that regard.”
2021-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8909 (2021) · source
“What is not considered with sufficient gravity is the escalation of the humanitarian need due to the increasingly protracted nature of terrorist and insurgent group operations. There is profit to be made in terrorism and insurgency, and there will be no end to war and waves of suffering if the Security Council does not escalate its action against the criminal economies that continue to advance a profit motive, as reflected in criminal economies, not least in regard to the diversion and trade in illicit small arms and light weapons. Fourthly, there is a need for the Council, in mission mandates, to include responding to the needs of host countries through technical support in security sector reforms, disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programmes and monitoring capabilities.”
2021-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8909 (2021) · source
“Much more needs to be done to attack the criminal networks and ecosystems that are fuelling conflict, particularly those profiting from illicit trade in small arms and light weapons. From the Sahel to the Horn of Africa, criminal economies are worsening and prolonging the impact of insurgents and terrorist groups. If those criminal economies are not tackled with every tool available in the Council’s arsenal, multiple State failure may be the result. We call for a more aggressive use of sanctions regimes in order to lower the perverse incentives of war and terrorist economies. When Kenya has pushed for the listing of terrorist groups under the appropriate sanctions regimes, the negative response by some members has pointed to the threat of such action on humanitarian work.”
2021-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8909 (2021) · source
“That was underscored during the seventh Biennial Meeting of States of the Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects, which Kenya was privileged to chair. Secondly, regional and subregional organizations should be enabled financially and technologically to advance information sharing, sensitization and inter-agency coordination in order to tackle the diversion and trafficking in arms. Since so much of the Council’s efforts focus on African files, mechanisms such as the Regional Centre on Small Arms in our region should be strengthened and their capabilities extended to their counterparts across the continent. Thirdly, and most critically, we need to see this challenge as part of an ecosystem of interacting destructive threats.”
2021-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8909 (2021) · source
“After having chaired the seventh Biennial Meeting of Member States at the General Assembly, we are profoundly aware of the need not to mirror or undermine the mandate of the Meeting, but we believe that there is more that the Security Council can do beyond that mandate within its own specific area of work. While we may not be able to immediately address every aspect of the challenge, we believe there are actions that are ready to be undertaken now. Allow me to highlight four recommendations for the Council’s consideration. First, there is need for stronger collaboration and coordination among the relevant United Nations organs and agencies and regional and subregional organizations.”
2021-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8909 (2021) · source
“The latest biennial report by the Secretary-General on small arms and light weapons (S/2021/839) touches on several of the matters before the Council. Given the importance of illicit small arms and light weapons in escalating and prolonging destructive conflicts, it continues to be puzzling to us why the Council remains reluctant to undertake every effort to address this problem. We welcome fresh efforts to do the utmost, while recognizing and responding to the relevant perspectives of members that have historically sought for the subject to be approached with caution. We agree that caution is important, and we look forward to finding and reaching those points in common so that we can take further action.”
2021-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8909 (2021) · source
“The continued proliferation of illicit small arms and light weapons is key to generating and worsening the conflicts to which the Security Council is responding. It offers non-State actors with militant political and ideological aims the means to turn their opposition into criminal violence against the State and civilians. It frustrates conflict resolution efforts by enabling the protraction of war. Humanitarian crises are worsened, and their period extended. It leads to growing attacks on peacekeeping forces dispatched under the Security Council’s mandate. The fuelling role of illicit arms in almost all conflict situations before the Council is undeniable, as has been mentioned by several delegations.”
2021-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8909 (2021) · source