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Konfourou

lines on the record: 291
first: 2001-01-23
most recent: 2023-11-20
sittings or episodes: 29
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“It is true that the Government remains aware of the commitments made and the stated time frames. However, transitional authorities remain resolved to lay the foundations for some reforms — not all of them, in particular those that can guarantee inclusive, transparent and credible elections. That is a necessary step if we want to spare Mali new pre- or post-electoral crises, with unpredictable consequences for lasting stability in the country and for the stability of institutions. That is the purpose of the Assises nationales de la refondation, the national reform dialogue, to be held from November to December 2021. The Panel members of the Assises nationales, as well as those of the national organization commission were appointed and instated on 26 October.”
2021-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8893 (2021) · source
“In areas of the country with the best agricultural and other productivity, the working population is prevented by various criminal groups from engaging in crop and livestock farming, fishing and trade. At the same time, Malians are hungry for political and institutional reform that can guarantee lasting institutional stability and a better future for our people. That legitimate demand from our fellow countrymen and women has received positive feedback from the leaders of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), who, in October 2018, following their information-gathering mission on the post- electoral crisis, recommended that in-depth reform be undertaken in Mali. Members can see that ECOWAS is of the view that political and institutional reforms are vital.”
2021-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8893 (2021) · source
“Hundreds of thousands of my fellow nationals have been forced to flee their areas of origin and seek refuge in neighbouring countries, which I thank here, or are internally displaced in large cities in Mali. The destruction and occupation of school infrastructure, which several speakers mentioned earlier today, have led to the closure of 1,300 schools in northern and central Mali and the dropout of thousands of children. More than 9,000 teachers are also out of work. Basic social services no longer provided in the areas concerned and public administration has had to retreat for security reasons. The worrisome security situation exacerbates the humanitarian crisis in Mali.”
2021-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8893 (2021) · source
“Nonetheless, the Malian people demand that we work together to allow the Malian State to restore its authority across the national territory. It is a prerequisite that will enable Malians to live in security and dignity, in their cities and rural areas alike. Through such dynamic cooperation, Malians will be better able to understand the value-added of MINUSMA and other international forces. In those conditions, we can make a major contribution to improving the humanitarian and human rights situation in Mali. Lastly, it is also the best strategy for containing the threats and manifold security challenges and preventing their spread to other countries of the region. During the visit of Council members to Bamako, my authorities explained in detail the disastrous consequences of the deteriorating security situation in Mali.”
2021-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8893 (2021) · source
“That is why the transitional authorities remain committed to efforts to recruit, train, equip and build the operational capacities of the Malian Defence and Security Forces, as we firmly believe that it is our main responsibility, and we will continue to do so. However, I must also state that the exasperation of my fellow Malians, caused by the deterioration of the security situation, is also directed at Malian partners, including MINUSMA, the French Operation Barkhane and others. I underscore that we are not opposed to international forces. On the contrary, Malians are very grateful for the considerable human, material and financial sacrifice made by the international community to restore peace in our country.”
2021-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8893 (2021) · source
“Therefore, I will attempt to reiterate some of the major concerns and observations of the Malian Government, not only concerning the report of the Secretary-General but also with regard to the recent Council visit to Bamako. Logically, I shall begin with the security situation. The President of the transitional Government, His Excellency Colonel Assimi Goïta, and the Head of Government, Choguel Kokalla Maïga, and all Malian interlocutors whom Council members met were unanimous in acknowledging that, regrettably, the security situation in Mali is deteriorating day by day, despite our efforts at the national level and the considerable international military presence, in our country since 2013. Malians need security. They demand that their Government take rigorous measures to protect them against barbaric and indiscriminate attacks.”
2021-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8893 (2021) · source
“El-Ghassim Wane, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA), for his briefing. I also take full note of members’ observations and concerns. Just five days ago, members of the Council were in Bamako and had the opportunity to meet and have discussions with transitional authorities and all Malian parties about the political, security, humanitarian and human rights situation in the country. Members were able to hear about the multiple challenges that Mali continues to face, as well as expectations for the weeks and months ahead. As members know, repetition can be a useful pedagogical tool.”
2021-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8893 (2021) · source
“Mr. Konfourou (Mali) (spoke in French): First of all, I would like to begin by congratulating you, Mr. President, on the exemplary manner in which Kenya, your country, is presiding over the Security Council in the month of October, and to assure you of Mali’s full support. I would also like to highlight the recent visit by members of the Council to Mali and the Niger. I would like to thank members for taking the opportunity to visit our countries and listen to us talk about the numerous challenges faced by our countries and the Sahel. Lastly, allow me to thank Secretary-General António Guterres for his continued commitment to peace and stability in Mali and the Sahel. The Malian delegation takes note of the Secretary- General’s report on the situation in Mali (S/2021/844). I would like to thank Mr.”
2021-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8893 (2021) · source
“Mali therefore strongly supports the recommendation of the Secretary-General to extend the mandate of MINUSMA for another year. I should like to take this opportunity to pay heartfelt tribute to the personnel of MINUSMA for their inestimable support for the efforts of the Government in the stabilization of Mali under extremely difficult and often perilous conditions. I would also like to pay heartfelt tribute to all the victims — civilian and military, foreign and Malian — who have lost their lives in our country’s crisis. In conclusion, I reiterate the gratitude of the Government and the people of Mali to the French Operation Barkhane, the MINUSMA troop-contributing countries and all multilateral and bilateral partners for their unwavering support for the achievement of a definitive and lasting resolution of the Malian crisis.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“It is also what underpins our call to the Security Council for a robust and adapted mandate, under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations, as well as for predictable and sustainable funding for the G-5 Sahel Joint Force, including through the United Nations. It is furthermore the basis for our request for the creation of a United Nations support office for the G-5 Sahel Joint Force. As the Council prepares to consider extending the MINUSMA mandate, I would like to inform it that MINUSMA continues to play a very important role in protecting civilians, supporting the transition and helping restore State authority throughout our national territory, including through the implementation of the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“That is why I would like to appeal here in the Chamber for the understanding of our partners and the lifting of the sanctions, which are impacting a country already weakened by several years of political, security, economic and health crises. At the regional level, indiscriminate and criminal terrorist attacks of a particularly lethal nature have, unfortunately, become a daily affliction for our civilian population and for national and international forces alike. The most recent mass killing in Burkina Faso on 4 June is a reminder of the urgent need to enhance the coordination of our collective efforts in the fight against terrorism and the growing insecurity in our region. This is what drives our engagement within the Joint Force of the Group of Five for the Sahel (G-5 Sahel).”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“The crisis in Mali is complex and deep; the very foundations of the State are threatened. I would therefore like to draw the attention of the international community to the consequences of certain measures taken in the wake of the events of 24 May 2021 that carry the risk of annihilating the fragile gains made so far, in the conditions Council members know, not only in the implementation of the Agreement, but also in the fight against terrorism. However, calling into question this hard-won progress could dangerously exacerbate instability in Mali and the Sahel region as a whole. Mali therefore needs the support and solidarity of its bilateral and multilateral partners. We would have preferred to avoid sanctions under the current circumstances.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“Accordingly, the Government is resolutely committed to bringing to justice those responsible for human rights violations. We will also continue to work for a significant improvement in the security and humanitarian situation in the northern and central regions of Mali. The necessity of appointing a Minister in charge of refugees and internally displaced persons has not escaped the attention of the new Government. The success of the transition is the main responsibility of the Malian people. I have just given the Council a pledge of the commitment by the transitional authorities to carrying out the agreed priority actions within the planned time frame. However, I must also forcefully say that the success of the transition in Mali requires greater international solidarity.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“Moreover, our partners and the Council will have noticed that despite the sociopolitical challenges mentioned previously, our accelerated disarmament, demobilization and reintegration process had, by 30 April 2021, recorded the integration of 422 ex- combatants into the ranks of the reconstituted Malian Defence and Security Forces. In the same vein, the Transitional President is committed to holding credible, fair and transparent elections within the set time frame, with a view to returning to the constitutional order. With regard to the human rights situation, I would like to stress that respect for human rights is one of the Government’s priorities. The Malian State is aware of its primary responsibility to protect people and their property.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“Let me also not forget to acknowledge the African Union and all our country’s bilateral and multilateral partners as I reaffirm in this Chamber that the transitional authorities are determined to honour all of Mali’s international commitments. In this respect, I would like to stress the assurances given by the Transitional President at his meeting with the signatory movements in which he expressed his determination to continue implementing the Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in Mali, resulting from the Algiers process.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“Choguel Kokalla Maïga, who formed a broad-based Government, in which representatives of the signatory movements of the Agreement were represented, including six women — or 22 per cent of the 30 per cent required by our national legislation — to conduct the priority actions of the transition. Among these priorities, the Government will focus on improving security, particularly with a view to bringing State administration back to the areas of the country most affected by the crisis, implementing the Peace and Reconciliation Agreement as well as political and institutional reforms, organizing transparent and credible elections, and overseeing an end to impunity. I would like to thank the Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States for their constant support for Mali and its people.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“Immediately after this proclamation, the Transitional President began consultations with all the active forces of the Malian nation, in particular the political class, civil society, traditional and religious leaders, and the signatories of the Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in Mali, in order to carry out an uncompromising assessment of the current situation in the country and to identify the ways and means for a rapid return to constitutional order. On 7 June 2021, before the Supreme Court of Mali, Colonel Assimi Goïta was sworn in as Transitional President. On the same day, he appointed a civilian prime minister, Mr.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“As the report so aptly sets forth, the period under review was marked by sociopolitical tensions that led to the events of 24 May 2021, and most significantly to the resignation of the transitional president and prime minister. Following these developments, the Constitutional Court of Mali, in a ruling dated 28 May 2021, declared the presidency vacant and appointed Colonel Assimi Goïta as Transitional President and Head of State.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“El-Ghassim Wane, Special Representative of the Secretary-General in Mali, for his faithful briefing and for his update on the latest developments in the country since the publication of the report. I also thank my sister Ms. Fatima Maiga for her excellent and relevant briefing. I acknowledge the observations that have just been made about Mali. I can assure the members of the Council that my country has already implemented some of their requests and that efforts will continue to be made to address many that remain. On behalf of the Government of Mali, I would now like to make a few comments on the report of the Secretary-General.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“Mr. Konfourou (Mali) (spoke in French): I would like to begin by extending Mali’s warm congratulations to the President on the second Estonian presidency of the Security Council and by expressing our great appreciation to the Chinese delegation for the remarkable work it accomplished last month. Allow me also to reiterate the deep gratitude of the people and the Transitional Authorities of Mali to the Security Council, as well as to Secretary-General António Guterres for the invaluable and tireless efforts he has made in favour of peace and stability in Mali and the Sahel. The Government of Mali takes note of the report of the Secretary-General under review (S/2021/519), and I would like to thank Mr.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“Mahamat Saleh Annadif, under conditions that I know are not easy, even extremely difficult and often dangerous, far from family and country. I reiterate the gratitude of the transitional authorities and the people of Mali to French-led Operation Barkhane, to the countries contributing troops to MINUSMA and to all bilateral and multilateral partners for their continuing support aimed at a definitive settlement of the Malian crisis. I would conclude by paying a particularly strong tribute to all of the victims — I repeat, all the victims — of the Malian crisis, be they civilian or military, foreign or Malian, killed in the line of duty. The meeting rose at 11.35 a.m.”
2020-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8765 (2020) · source
“I take this opportunity to express the warm thanks of the transition and the people of Mali to the Heads of State and Government of ECOWAS for the tireless efforts they have deployed to support Mali in exiting the crisis. Its efforts have been pivotal, and our people will never forget them. I also welcome the lifting of the ECOWAS sanctions, a very positive step for the Malian people. I also thank the African Union, the European Union, the Organization of the Islamic Conference, the International Organization of la Francophonie and all of our bilateral partners that have supported us during this particularly difficult time. I also commend the outstanding work done on the ground by the women and men of MINUSMA since 2013, working alongside us and under the able leadership of Mr.”
2020-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8765 (2020) · source
“I would like here to echo the call made by the Secretary-General and the Heads of State of the G-5 Sahel in favour of a mandate under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations and of the predictable and sustainable funding of the G-5 Sahel Joint Force, including through the United Nations. Mali’s sustainable stabilization process is at a critical juncture. This is a decisive period for peace and stability in Mali and in the Sahel. Success in that area depends first of all on the sacred union of Malian forces to save our country, and I can assure the Council that the transitional authorities are fully committed to laying the foundations for the rebuilding of Mali. I must also state emphatically that the success achieved in this crucial period also depends on the level of international support for exiting the crisis.”
2020-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8765 (2020) · source
“In addition, the transitional authorities of the Transition have also made a commitment to ensure respect for human rights throughout the national territory, in particular in the context of the fight against terrorism, in accordance with Mali’s international commitments, including by the Malian Defence and Security Forces. We cannot fail to mention here the regional dimension of instability in the Sahel. The Group of Five for the Sahel (G-5) Joint Force has now reached a fairly encouraging level of operationalization, and the results obtained are quite significant. Next month we will have the opportunity to share details on the Joint Force with the Council. However, the Force still needs to see the fulfilment of the promises of support made by the G-5 Sahel partners in order to help consolidate the work done by the Force on the ground.”
2020-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8765 (2020) · source
“Given the current context in Mali, it seems to me very important to reassure once again all our partners that our national authorities remain determined to respect all national and international commitments to which Mali has freely subscribed, in accordance with the principle of State continuity. In that regard, I would like here unambiguously to reiterate the determination of the transitional authorities to continue relentlessly with the diligent implementation of the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali. The investiture speech of the President of the Transition is proof of this, and the presence, as I noted earlier, in the Government of representatives of the signatory movements to the Agreement is a very clear indication of the will of the Malian parties to pay particular attention to that central question.”
2020-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8765 (2020) · source
“In the same vein, a 121-member national transitional council will soon be set up comprising stakeholders from all strata of Malian society. We have made considerable advances in a short period of time with a view to addressing the concerns that the Council has raised. Only a short time after the coup d’état, we have a transitional President, a Prime Minister, a Government and a road map that must implemented over the 18 months of the transition. With respect to bringing about peace in the country, I can confirm the freeing yesterday of civilian and military personalities who had been arrested and detained in connection with the events of 18 August.”
2020-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8765 (2020) · source
“Bah N’Daw as President of the Transition and Head of State, and of Mr. Assimi Goïta as Vice-President. The President and Vice-President of the Transition were sworn in on 25 September. Subsequently, the President of the Transition and Head of State appointed Mr. Moctar Ouane as Prime Minister of the Transition and Head of Government. The Government, which comprises 25 members representing a range of national viewpoints, was formed on 5 October. I must underline here the notable entry into the Government of four representatives of movements signatories to the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali, including two representatives of the Coordination des mouvements de l’Azawad and two of the Platform coalition of armed groups.”
2020-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8765 (2020) · source
“The main missions assigned to the transition relate to the restoration and strengthening of security throughout the national territory; the recovery of the State and the creation of the basic conditions for its re-establishment; the promotion of good governance; an overhaul of the education system; the adoption of a social stability pact; the launch of political, institutional, electoral and administrative reforms; the organization of general elections in order to pass power on to the legitimate authorities; and the implementation of the Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in Mali, resulting from the Algiers process. The transition charter also specifies the bodies responsible for bringing the transition to fruition. Thus, in accordance with the charter, an inclusive electoral college proceeded to the designation on 21 September of Mr.”
2020-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8765 (2020) · source
“Thus, the Comité national pour le salut du peuple was born, which immediately undertook consultations with all Malian stakeholders in order to agree, together, on the architecture and modalities of the transition in Mali. It was within this framework that national consultations were held from 10 to 12 September in Bamako, which enabled representatives of all components of the country to make an uncompromising diagnosis of the shortcomings of our democratic system, with a view to achieving the political and institutional reforms necessary for the overhaul of the Malian State. At the end of this participatory and inclusive process, the charter and road map for the transition were adopted.”
2020-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8765 (2020) · source
“I would now like to share some comments and observations on the report of the Secretary-General and the latest developments in Mali. As the Secretary-General’s report so aptly notes and as reflected in many statements made today, the period under review was marked by socioeconomic problems and socio-political unrest in Mali, linked to the deterioration of the security situation in the country and governance issues and further aggravated by a post-electoral crisis following legislative elections. The numerous popular demonstrations that resulted from it were brought to an end by a military intervention, on 18 August, which sanctioned the resignation of the President of the Republic, preceded by the resignation of the Government and the dissolution of the National Assembly.”
2020-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8765 (2020) · source
“I would also like to convey the deep gratitude of the people of Mali to the Security Council, Secretary- General António Guterres, all countries contributing troops to the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) and all partner organizations and friendly countries for their tireless efforts to help Mali to recover and stabilize. The Government of Mali takes note of the report of the Secretary-General under consideration (S/2020/952) and I thank Mr. Mahamat Saleh Annadif, Special Representative of the Secretary-General in Mali, for his outstanding briefing and updates on the latest developments in Mali. I also took careful note of the messages, appeals and comments of Council members. I pledge that I will faithfully convey them to the transitional authorities of Mali.”
2020-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8765 (2020) · source
“Mr. Konfourou (Mali) (spoke in French): I too welcome the Security Council’s return to its traditional Chamber and the fact that its first meeting here concerns Mali. I hope that the situation will continue to improve and that this Chamber will be filled with representatives of Member States actively participating in the Council’s work. I warmly congratulate you, Mr. President, on the accession of your country to the presidency of the Security Council for this month of October 2020 and express to the sisterly delegation of the Republic of the Niger and Ambassador Abarry our deep appreciation for their work guiding the Council last month.”
2020-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8765 (2020) · source
“I reiterate the gratitude of the Government and the people of Mali to the French Force Barkhane, to the troop-contributing countries of MINUSMA and to all partners, multilateral and bilateral, for their tireless support for Mali and a lasting and final settlement of the crisis.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“They are far from their homes and their families. I pay tribute to the sacrifices they make every day to help us. The recent attacks on MINUSMA, on 6 October in Aguelhok and Bandiagara, which claimed the life of a Chadian Blue Helmet and wounded five others, remind us of those sacrifices. I address the heartfelt condolences of the Malian people to the family of the late hero and to the brotherly Chadian people. I wish a speedy recovery to the wounded, including the Togolese Blue Helmets hurt at Bandiagara. Similarly, I pay homage to all the victims of the Malian crisis - civil and military, foreign and Malian - who have fallen on the field of honour in our country.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“We have invested our own material, human and financial resources in implementing the G-5 Sahel mandate, and we are determined to assume our share of the responsibility. However, we are aware that no amount of security alone can overcome those challenges. That is why, alongside the security component, we are working together to implement the Priority Investment Programme to create economic, social and development opportunities for our populations, particularly our youth. In that regard, I welcome the ECOWAS decision to strengthen its support for our common efforts. In closing, I wish to commend the outstanding work of the women and men of MINUSMA on the ground, under the able leadership of Mr. Mahamat Saleh Annadif. I know they work in extremely difficult conditions - and I know what I am talking about, for it is my country.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“It is the very foundation of the commitment of the G-5 Sahel member States to stabilizing our region. As I said earlier, the proliferation of terrorist attacks in recent weeks in the Sahel region underscores the urgent need for the international community to work more closely with us. In that regard, I welcome the heartfelt message sent by the President of the Security Council. Mali and the Sahel are a bulwark against the common threat we face from terrorism. If it were to collapse, the rest of the world would suffer. I therefore ask the Council to stand with us and support us in addressing our common challenges. That is my appeal. That having been said, our region is ready to play its part.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“Thus, following the violence that the centre experienced during the first half of the current year, several alleged perpetrators were arrested and are now in the hands of the courts to answer for their actions. In addition, I also wish to reiterate the Government's resolve to respect and uphold human rights. Indeed, justice is systematically activated whenever cases of human rights violations are reported. It is true, however, that security conditions, the absence of competent public services in certain localities and the lack of expertise in some cases do not favour the rapid conclusion of some open procedures. The regional dimension of the Malian crisis is another major challenge to the implementation of the Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in Mali.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“The factions created and manipulated by those criminal groups are fuelling the intercommunal violence that is inflicting deep suffering upon our nation. The Government is fully aware of the complexity of the situation that is developing in central Mali. That is why it has opted for a comprehensive approach by adopting an integrated security plan for the regions of central Mali. The plan provides for political measures, including dialogue among communities, strengthening the security apparatus to protect people and their property, and providing peace dividends to our people, in particular basic social services. I wish to emphasize that the Government remains very committed to accountability and the fight against impunity.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“The Government remains firmly committed to advancing its implementation in a timely manner, as evidenced by the adoption of a new road map for the Agreement's implementation in July by both the Government and the signatory parties. The situation in the regions of central Mali remains a source of major concern for the Government. The tragic events of the night of 30 September to 1 October in Mondoro and Boulekessi are a bitter reminder that our adversaries - terrorist groups, drug traffickers, human traffickers and others - are determined to further destabilize Mali, its neighbouring countries and the region as a whole. Worse still, in addition to sowing terror in our common space on a daily basis, those forces of evil are exploiting our populations and turning them against each other.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“It is clear that genuine progress is being made in the implementation of the Agreement, although I am aware that Malian stakeholders must live up to their commitments and redouble their efforts to honour the relevant provisions of the Agreement so that our entire people can fully enjoy the dividends of peace. I understand the impatience of our partners regarding the delays in the Agreement's implementation. However, it must be kept in mind that the implementation of the Agreement continues to be impeded by a number of significant challenges, such as the deterioration of the security environment and the lack of financial resources, particularly in terms of funding pledged by our partners. I therefore take this opportunity to appeal to our partners to honour their commitments so that we can expedite the implementation of the Agreement.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“Admittedly, the law exonerates persons who committed or were accomplices to crimes in the context of the painful events that occurred in Mali from January 2012, in accordance with the recommendations of the Conference of National Understanding. However, the law does not constitute a guarantee of impunity. On the contrary - the law of national understanding specifically excludes war crimes, crimes against humanity, rape and crimes not subject to the statute of limitations. It also provides for recognition and reparation measures for the victims of those events, as well as a reintegration programme for the collateral victims of that painful experience endured by our people.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“In that regard, too, we have made tangible progress. The State's financial efforts serve yet again to demonstrate of will of the Malian Government to honour its commitments under the Agreement. In terms of national reconciliation, I can assure Council members that an important step has also been taken in that area. The Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission has to date registered 14,191 depositions from victims, while public hearings are scheduled to begin in December. Moreover, the mandate of the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission has been extended until 31 December 2021 and now covers all incidents that occurred in Mali from our independence to the present day. In the same vein, the President of the Republic promulgated the law of national understanding in July.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“Meanwhile, the process of security sector reform is ongoing and gaining momentum with the adoption of a plan of action by the National Council for Security Sector Reform. With regard to the development issues in the northern regions of Mali, the President of the Republic has promulgated all the texts constituting the legal and institutional framework of the northern development zone. We have also created the Sustainable Development Fund, which is the financial instrument responsible for implementing the development strategy for the northern regions of Mali, to which the Government has already allocated $72 million. As of 28 June, as recognized by the Secretary- General, the Government had earmarked 21 per cent of its national budget - out of the 30 per cent planned - for implementing the Agreement.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“In the context of the establishment of the reconstituted national army, nearly 2,000 ex- combatant members of the Operational Coordination Mechanism have been registered in the accelerated disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programme. Half of those fighters have just completed an updated predeployment training cycle and those new members of the reconstituted national army are waiting to be deployed on the basis of a consensual deployment plan that is currently being finalized. In addition, the signatory parties agreed on the modalities for the distribution of ranks and responsibilities among ex-combatant commanding officers who will join the reconstituted national army.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“Again, that shows that we are taking steps in the right direction and that we remain firmly committed to creating a framework for Malians to converse and take ownership of the peace process. I must state here that one of the specific objectives of the inclusive national dialogue is to discuss institutional and political reform, including the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali, the outcome of the Algiers process. I also wish to stress that the inclusive national dialogue is intended to foster greater ownership of the peace process by the Malian people. I am pleased to inform the Council that tangible progress has also been made in the area of defence and security issues.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“1 am pleased to inform the Council that the dialogue has already begun in Mali. Talks between 611 communes were launched yesterday and are ongoing at this very moment. Consultations at the level of the cercles and communes of the district of Bamako are scheduled for 14 and 15 October - in one week's time. Dialogue at the regional level, in the district of Bamako and among Malian Embassies and consulates abroad, will be held on 21 and 22 October. Those steps demonstrate that we are fulfilling that commitment, which is particularly dear to our hearts, so that Malians have the opportunity to talk to one other and take ownership of the peace process. The overarching inclusive national dialogue will be held soon - according to the Secretary-General, it will be held towards the end of October or, at the latest, at the beginning of November.”
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“That political will is reflected in the substantial progress we have made in implementing the Agreement. I am delighted that the Secretary-General has noted that progress, as did many members of the Council in their statements this morning. Therefore, with regard to political and institutional reform and after two unsuccessful attempts, the Government is now focusing on the timely organization of an inclusive national dialogue whose overall objective is to formulate a rigorous diagnosis of the problems that have plagued our country for more than three decades and to analyse, in a participatory and inclusive manner, the causes and consequences of those problems with a View to proposing solutions to end the crisis through a concrete plan of action and timelines for its implementation.”
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“I will be conveying them to the Government of Mali and to all Malian stakeholders. For my part, I would like to make several remarks on behalf of my Government. Exactly 12 days ago, on 25 September, the President of the Republic of Mali, his Burkinabe counterpart, in his capacity as the current President of the Group of Five for the Sahel, and the Secretary-General of our Organization co-chaired a high-level meeting on Mali and the Sahel. It was an opportunity to take stock of the progress made and assess the challenges and consider perspectives in Mali and the region. The Government, led by the President of the Republic, remains today more than ever firmly committed to implementing the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali, the outcome of the Algiers process.”
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“I would also be remiss ifI did not commend the tireless work carried out by Ambassador Ahmed Boutache of Algeria in his role as Chair of the Monitoring Committee for the Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in Mali. I also thank Ambassador Jose Singer Weisinger, Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2374 (2017), concerning Mali, both for his briefing and the plans he has made to visit Mali next week. The Government of Mali takes note of the report of the Secretary-General under consideration. I thank my brother Mr. Mahamat Saleh Annadif, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Mali, for his briefing and update on the latest developments in Mali since the finalization of the report. I have also taken note of the comments and high expectations that the members of the Council just expressed.”
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“Ibrahim Boubacar Keita, President of the Republic of Mali, as well as the deep gratitude of the Government and the people of Mali, to Secretary-General Antonio Guterres for his strong commitment to the stabilization and development of both Mali and the Sahel region, I would like to add my thanks to all the members of the Council, the countries that have contributed troops and personnel to the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali, the African Union, the European Union and the Economic Community of West African States for their decisive and valued support to Mali during this particularly difficult time.”
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