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first: 2020-02-06
most recent: 2023-10-24
sittings or episodes: 77
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“It has been five years since resolution 2334 (2016) was adopted, along with dozens of previous resolutions and international and regional initiatives. Since then, there has been no progress in terms of ceasing settlement activities, the seizure of land and the demolition of homes; halting measures to change the demographic nature and legal and historic status of the occupied Palestinian territories since 1967, including East Jerusalem; stopping violence against civilians; or resuming negotiations pursuant to resolutions of international legitimacy and the agreed terms of reference.”
2021-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8940 (2021) · source
“That is the main reason why the situation in the Middle East remains hostage to tensions and instability, thereby prolonging more than seven decades of occupation accompanied by killings, displacement and repression of Palestinians and the violation of their most basic rights, without arriving at a solution for the question of Palestine and the Arab- Israeli conflict in general. The Secretary-General’s report notes the scope of the violations committed by the occupation authorities against this resolution 2334 (2016). They insist on pursuing their aggressive practices against Palestinian citizens in the occupied territories without any sense of accountability, demonstrating yet again how the occupation forces ignore the resolutions of international legitimacy.”
2021-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8940 (2021) · source
“Mr. Ladeb (Tunisia) (spoke in Arabic): I thank the Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, Mr. Tor Wennesland, for his briefing on the report of the Secretary-General on the implementation of resolution 2334 (2016). I take this opportunity to reiterate Tunisia’s appreciation for the efforts of the Secretary-General and the Special Coordinator to promote peace in the Middle East. The Security Council’s resolutions continue not to be implemented and the parties concerned not to be compelled to uphold them, in contravention of the Charter of the United Nations.”
2021-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8940 (2021) · source
“In addition, there has been a steady improvement of the humanitarian situation in north-eastern Syria, a strengthening of the United Nations operational presence in the region and various measures taken to enhance accountability, effectiveness, transparency, monitoring and risk reduction in relation to cross-line and cross-border aid. In conclusion, we reiterate that the priority remains to identify a political solution pursuant to resolution 2254 (2015), the alleviation of the suffering of the Syrians and ensuring that aid reaches those who deserve it by using all available mechanisms and removing all obstacles, as well as ending the problem of terrorism, which has continued to complicate the situation.”
2021-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8937 (2021) · source
“We reaffirm our thanks to the donor countries that have contributed to funding early recovery projects, noting that the amount of funding in this regard is still small, incommensurate with the needs in Syria and not in line with the strategic objectives of the United Nations response plan. We also welcome the onset of the distribution of humanitarian aid across the lines in Sarmada on 16 December, and the encouraging signs for more through the development by the United Nations of a six- year operational plan to send regular and predictable aid shipments across the lines to the north of Syria.”
2021-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8937 (2021) · source
“That can be done by ensuring the access of Syrians to urgent assistance and early recovery projects across lines and across borders, thereby contributing to alleviating human suffering, building resilience among individuals and local communities and providing them with a better horizon. In that context, we note the engagement of the United Nations with its various specialized agencies and partners to embody a comprehensive and multisectoral humanitarian response, in line with resolution 2585 (2021) and General Assembly resolution 46/182, which specifically states that emergency relief must be carried out in a manner that supports recovery and sustainable development.”
2021-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8937 (2021) · source
“I thank the Secretary-General for his two recent reports, and in particular his objective one (S/2021/1030), which is clear, detailed and frank in response to the content of resolution 2585 (2021). In this regard, we commend the renewed vision of Under-Secretary- General Griffiths to improve humanitarian work in Syria and increase its effectiveness and transparency, despite the ongoing challenges. It is necessary, in light of the difficult conditions created by the outbreak of the pandemic and the advent of winter, to continue to meet the growing needs in all parts of Syria and to reduce the manifestations of fragility and risks without political considerations.”
2021-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8937 (2021) · source
“That will also require greater efforts and flexibility on the part of the Syrian parties in their leadership and ownership of the political process in a way that prioritizes the interests of the Syrian people above all else and achieves political and social harmony to restore security, stability and Syria’s regional and international role. In that context, we reiterate Tunisia’s support for the efforts and good offices of the Special Envoy, Geir Pedersen, in order to advance the constitutional and political process among the Syrians and establish a comprehensive ceasefire, especially within the framework of a step-by-step approach to the solution. We also support international and regional efforts in this direction.”
2021-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8937 (2021) · source
“In that context, we reiterate that there is no sustainable alternative to a solution in Syria other than a negotiated political settlement, in accordance with resolution 2254 (2015), that preserves Syria’s unity and sovereignty and ends foreign interference and the presence of terrorist groups, while working to accelerate the process in order to end the humanitarian suffering of the Syrians and put the country back on the path to stability and development. In that regard, the international community and the Security Council must make concerted efforts to have a positive political and economic impact in Syria, as was the case when the Council unanimously adopted the central resolutions on the Syrian issue, that will end the various manifestations of the crisis and contribute to the return of the displaced and refugees to their homeland.”
2021-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8937 (2021) · source
“Mr. Ladeb (Tunisia) (spoke in Arabic): I thank the United Nations Special Envoy for Syria, Geir Pedersen, the Under-Secretary-General and Emergency Relief Coordinator, Martin Griffiths, and Syrian Civil Society Representative, Amani Ballour, for their briefings. I welcome the participation of the representatives of Syria, Iran and Turkey in this meeting. Regrettably, after more than a decade of crisis, Syria is still facing difficult conditions, in which the Syrian people endure the greatest amount of suffering and sacrifices as a result of the ongoing conflict, violence and terrorism. The manifestations of the crisis have been exacerbated and its factors have multiplied over the years, in a way that has made it more severe and more complex and that undermines the pillars of security and stability in the entire region.”
2021-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8937 (2021) · source
“We hope that the Security Council will take all necessary measures to lift the sanctions in accordance with developments in the situation on the ground and the progress achieved in terms of reforms and sustainable development, which would enhance peace and security in Guinea-Bissau and the region at large. In conclusion, I would like to express my sincere thanks to the Office of Legal Affairs and the Legal Department of the Secretariat for the assistance and support provided during Tunisia’s chairmanship of the Committee. I especially want to thank Mr. Manuel Bressan, who was highly professional and constantly ready to provide support and assistance. I would also like to wish my successor every success.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“That resolution extended the mandate of the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Guinea- Bissau until 31 December 2020, which is when UNIOGBIS was set to close permanently. As Chair of the Committee, Tunisia, along with its other member States, contributed to ensuring a convergence of views regarding the different provisions of the resolution, especially the sanctions imposed on Guinea-Bissau. Tunisia stressed the importance of continuing consultation and coordination regarding the sanctions within the Sanctions Committee, UNIOGBIS and the various relevant stakeholders according to the developments of the situation and the political progress and reform in the country.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“That visit could have had a positive impact on the work of the Committee and on addressing the situation in Guinea-Bissau. It would have allowed us to directly assess the situation on the ground. On 12 October 2020, on an exceptional basis, the Committee held a meeting via video-teleconference at which the members listened to a briefing by Ms. Rosine Sori-Coulibaly on the progress achieved in terms of ensuring stability and restoring constitutional order in Guinea-Bissau. During Tunisia’s chairmanship of the Committee, the Security Council unanimously adopted, on 28 February 2020 (see S/PV.8736), resolution 2512 (2020) which was presented by the Niger as penholder.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“I commend the important role played by stakeholders in Guinea-Bissau, who gave precedence to the highest national interests and have been committed to maintaining calm and avoiding any action that would lead to escalation. During Tunisia’s chairmanship of the Committee, the Security Council held meetings pertaining to the situation in Guinea-Bissau on 14 February 2020 (see S/PV.8724) and 10 August 2020 (see S/PV.8754). We listened to briefings by Ms. Rosine Sori-Coulibaly, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Guinea-Bissau and Head of the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Guinea-Bissau. The coronavirus disease pandemic has significantly affected the work of our Committee. It has not been possible to visit the country.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“One notable example is the elections that were held in Guinea-Bissau, which were preceded by political tensions. The presidential elections were organized on time on 24 November 2019 in a calm environment, as was confirmed by international observers. I would like to express my appreciation for the efforts of various stakeholders, especially the Economic Community of West African States, the United Nations, the African Union, the Community of Portuguese-speaking Countries and the European Union, to support the smooth conduct of the elections. I would also like to commend the efforts of all concerned parties to overcome the crisis that followed the announcement of the election results by resorting to judicial and legal means.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“Mr. Ladeb (Tunisia) (spoke in Arabic): Tunisia has assumed the chairmanship of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2048 (2012) concerning Guinea-Bissau over the past two years. We have been committed to coordinating and cooperating with members of the Committee, as well as Ms. Rosine Sori-Coulibaly, former Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Guinea- Bissau and Head of the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Guinea-Bissau (UNIOGBIS), and the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Guinea- Bissau on the various issues on the Committee’s agenda. Throughout Tunisia’s chairmanship, we have seen a number of security and political developments take place, both domestically in Guinea-Bissau and regionally.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“I wish to conclude my remarks by extending Tunisia’s deep appreciation to the members of the Committee over the last two years for their invaluable contributions, their flexibility and sense of responsibility. Without our unified efforts, no progress would have been made. I wish also to thank Assistant Secretary-General Michèle Coninsx, Executive Director of CTED, and her team, for their support for the Committee and its Chair. I wish to thank my capable team for managing the daily tasks of the Chair’s Office, and I wish the incoming Chair and incoming Committee members every success in their future deliberations.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“As part of such efforts, on 16 December, Tunisia will organize an end-of-chairmanship town hall meeting which will serve as a platform to hear further views from civil society and other counter-terrorism partners on the work of the Committee. We are very pleased that the incoming Chair of the Committee will be joining these discussions, and we invite Chairs of other Committees to consider making similar discussions an established practice in future. Finally, we must continue to encourage Member States to share their progress, experiences and new challenges and needs with the CTC in order to strengthen the CTC’s understanding of their challenges and enhance its ability to identify effective practices and capacity needs and support.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“Fifthly, we must continue to enhance transparency in the Committee’s working methods and outreach. There is a need for better dialogue between the CTC and visited States, including late or non-submitting States. In the same vein, there should be greater access for non-Committee members and other actors, including academia and civil society organizations. In all their activities, the CTC and CTED continue to address the human rights and gender aspects of counter-terrorism and countering violent extremism. I am delighted that the Tunisian chairmanship has been able to promote a multidisciplinary approach in countering terrorism over the past two years.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“While the good stewardship of United Nations resources must be a priority, it cannot come at the expense of the efficient and meaningful work of the Security Council. I invite Council members and the Secretariat to work closely together to find solutions that provide the right balance in this regard. Fourthly, we must identify effective ways and means to achieve deliverables and concrete results by facilitating the delivery of targeted technical assistance for capacity-building and ensuring impact on the ground. The end result is as important as the process. In this regard, the Committee must continue to strengthen its partnership, collaboration and cooperation with the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism, the other Council subsidiary bodies, United Nations specialized agencies and international and regional organizations.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“This exercise is not an easy one, but it is a necessary one, if our main objective is a unified, efficient and coordinated One United Nations response to terrorism. Thirdly, we must bring into full play the role of the CTC as a key subsidiary body of the Council in order to ensure effective implementation of relevant Council resolutions. In this regard, the work of the Committee was not only challenged by the COVID-19 pandemic, but also suffered the impact of the austerity measures implemented by the United Nations. On multiple occasions, the Committee has not been able to hold its meetings owing to the lack of resources, even in the absence of a parallel formal Council meeting, thus affecting the effective implementation of the programme of work.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“Secondly, in order to address the evolution of the global terrorist threat, it is essential that we continue to adapt our approaches and strengthen our cooperation. One of the main lessons learned during our chairmanship is that, with the necessary political will, we can always find solutions. The Committee’s procedures and methods of work are essential tools to ensuring consistency, transparency and even- handedness. However, the Committee was able to come up with creative ways that allowed it to function continuously, at times even with further added value. This is a timely conclusion in view of CTED’s mandate renewal, where we can examine what has worked so far and what can we do better.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“Global surveys of Member States’ implementation of resolution 1373 (2001) and other relevant resolutions, including resolution 1624 (2005), have been adopted by the Committee and issued as documents of the Council. The CTC has held 13 briefings and open and closed events on regional and thematic topics to address the interests and concerns of States in the area of counter- terrorism. Indeed, much has been achieved. Yet more remains to be done. After two years of chairing the Committee under exceptional circumstances, I would like to make the following observations and proposals. First, we must continue to place counter-terrorism and countering violent extremism conducive to terrorism high on the international peace and security agenda. This is particularly important in view of the additional threats and challenges posed by COVID-19.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“Twenty-three Member States have given their consent to a full or partial release of their visit reports and 705 identified technical-assistance needs for posting on the United Nations Global Counter- Terrorism Coordination Compact portal for use by United Nations implementing partners. The United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism has been invited to provide briefings to the CTC twice a year and to attend, as an observer, CTED briefings to the CTC on the findings of country-assessment visits. Policy papers and guidelines have been updated, including the Committee’s visit-framework document and procedures, as well as the technical guide to the implementation of resolution 1373 (2001) and other relevant resolutions.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“A few facts and figures will suffice to indicate the Committee’s progress. Over the past two years, acting on the Committee’s behalf, CTED has conducted 15 country-assessment visits. The Committee adopted modalities for hybrid visits, which allowed us to continue assessment visits during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. Two enhanced assessment and stocktaking tools — the electronic detailed implementation survey and the revised overview of implementation assessment — were launched to ensure continued thoroughness, consistency, transparency and even-handedness in desk review and stocktaking and to help produce quantitative and qualitative analysis.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“Tunisia was a member of the Security Council in 2001 and actively participated in the adoption of resolution 1373 (2001) and the establishment of the CTC. We were pleased during our presidency earlier this year to commemorate the twentieth anniversary of the Committee. We launched this commemorative process in January through a Ministerial debate (see S/2021/48) and the issuance of a presidential statement (S/PRST/2021/1). On 4 November, the CTC held a special meeting on this topic and adopted an outcome document that outlined new threats, trends and challenges, the measures that need to be taken, and the way forward. Supported by its Executive Directorate (CTED), the CTC has continued to implement its mandate, which has been described in more than two dozen resolutions.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“We continue to face significant challenges in a broad range of areas, including the adaptation of terrorist groups to counter-terrorism measures of Member States, the use of information and communication technologies for terrorist purposes, border management and civil aviation security, the protection of critical infrastructure and soft targets, the threat posed by foreign terrorist fighters, in addition to the continued appearance of new trends, including new methods for terrorism financing and the insurgence of terrorism motivated by xenophobia, racism and other forms of intolerance. Such threats are often exacerbated in fragile contexts, particularly during prolonged and new armed conflicts. Since its establishment, the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC) has stood at the forefront of efforts to counter these threats.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“I have had the honour and privilege of leading the Tunisian chairmanship of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1373 (2001) concerning counter-terrorism over the past two years. I welcome this opportunity to share my reflections and observations with the members of the Council and my colleagues on the other Committees. Terrorism continues to pose a grave threat to international peace and security. That threat has been greatly exacerbated by the impact of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“Given the extraordinary circumstances that we are experiencing globally and the increasing risks and challenges facing the United Nations missions to establish peace, there is an urgent need to continue to strive, together with all stakeholders, in the area of peacekeeping in order to implement the recommendations of the Secretary-General’s A4P and A4P+ initiatives, as well as improving mission performance and the means to facilitate mission mandates, while providing peacekeepers with the necessary protection throughout the peacekeeping and peacebuilding stages through commitment to promoting political solutions to conflicts and deepening the political impact of peacekeeping, in addition to implementing the women and peace and security agenda while committing to supporting performance and accountability and enhancing partnerships.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“The statements of member States focused on the importance of adequately equipping United Nations police, which is tasked with daunting missions, including managing public order, patrolling and community policing with continuous presence within vulnerable communities to protect civilians. It also helps Member States to develop responsible national police force.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“United Nations Police Adviser Luis Carrillo enumerated in his statement the most important achievements of the United Nations police and the new measures taken to build confidence with the local population by way of facilitating humanitarian assistance, deterring criminal activities and putting an end to human rights violations. He also showed that the United Nations police force is characterized by diversity and experience, embodies the values enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations and has positive effect on communities, including on human rights and protecting and empowering vulnerable groups.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“All participants called for greater collective efforts to respond to the current challenges in order to protect peacekeepers, who are facing significant risks in the service of international peace and security. In that regard, I reiterate my appreciation for the efforts of all women and men who are working to achieve a safer world. I also remember those who have paid the ultimate price while defending peace. During its meeting on 6 October, the Working Group focused on supporting the United Nations police and enhancing their role in peacekeeping and peacebuilding missions, leading to positive effects on global policing.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“When we spoke of safety, we also focused on environmental risks or those which are man-made that might cause illness or death. All statements emphasized the importance of complying with the highest security and safety standards, while promoting peacekeepers’ capabilities. They also focused on good training, with special attention to providing peacekeepers with the equipment necessary for supporting the mandate requirements with ensuring the safety and security of mission staff. During our discussion, we also addressed fundamental preventive and medical care structures, communication, awareness and empowerment of staff members, as well as the mobility, fail-safe equipment, effective training before proliferation, technological skills, flexibility and smart response that enable United Nations to peacekeeping.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“Also discussed was the Secretary-General’s Action for Peacekeeping initiative, which is aimed at refocusing peacekeeping operations on specific mandates to make them more robust and safe while enhancing political solutions and ensuring that peacekeepers are better trained and equipped Further attention was given in the meeting to the safety and security of peacekeepers after the report prepared by Lieutenant General (Retired) Carlos Alberto dos Santos Cruz, entitled “Improving Security of United Nations Peacekeepers”, which aims to improve the safety and security of United Nations peacekeepers, as well as the Action for Peacekeeping (A4P) and Action for Peacekeeping Plus (A4P+) document. The Santos Cruz report identified acts of violence as a result of security risks emanating from armed conflict, terrorism, violence and crime.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“Bernhard Lennartz, Acting Director of the Division of Healthcare Management and Occupational Safety and Health; and Mr. Anthony Amidon, Director of Operations Support Department in the Office of Information and Communication Technology delivered briefings on the different aspects of this issue, which continues to be important, especially in the light of the increasing challenges and risks faced by peacekeepers in many conflict zones and the rising number of casualties among them, as well as the rise in attacks by terrorist organizations and armed groups.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“In our discussions, it was agreed that changes in the duties of United Nations missions are not related only to the departure of the missions after completing their tasks, but represent a process of strategic rearrangement with regard to the United Nations presence to preserve and build upon what has been achieved. To that end, the Secretary-General has established transitions and exit strategies of United Nations peace missions as top priority. In 2021, the Working Group on Peacekeeping Operations held two video-teleconferences. The first meeting was held on 13 April to consider the implementation of resolution 2518 (2020), on the safety and security of peacekeepers. Major General Jai Menon, Director of the United Nations Office of Peacekeeping Strategic Partnerships; Dr.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“It is also important to create an environment conducive to sustainable peace in countries that have witnessed conflicts and crises, especially by supporting political settlements and ensuring the protection of civilians. The members of the Security Council heard briefings made by Ms. Rania Dagash-Kamara, Chief of Policy and Best Practices in the Department of Peace Operations, and Ms. Anita Kokui Gbeho, Deputy Joint Special Representative for the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur. During that meeting, there was emphasis to invest in building and sustaining peace in order to avoid losing it after the end of United Nations missions. We must also address the important challenges facing sustainable peace.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“Given the importance of peacekeeping operations, which have been affected by the pandemic, the promotion of peace operations is a priority despite the exceptional circumstances in the world, especially in conflict zones. On 21 December 2020, the Working Group held in this context a video-teleconference on “Transitions and exit strategies in peacekeeping operations: taking stock and looking forward”. Such issues are of paramount importance, given the situation of achieving and building peace in a number of zones, the importance of keeping the gains made in peacekeeping operations and transitioning to the next stages without any setback that might cause the exacerbation or the resurgence of conflicts.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“Mr. Ladeb (Tunisia) (spoke in Arabic): I would like to present the report of the Tunisian chairmanship of the Working Group on Peacekeeping Operations. During its membership to the Security Council, Tunisia has chaired the Working Group on Peacekeeping Operations, established pursuant to a decision of the Security Council contained in a statement by its President (S/PRST/2001/3) made at the 4270th meeting, held on 31 January 2001, to hold consultations with troop-contributing countries in a timely manner at different stages of a United Nations peacekeeping operation. Notwithstanding the impact of the coronavirus disease pandemic on the work of the Council in 2020, the Working Group resumed its activities.”
2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8928 (2021) · source
“In conclusion, the A3+1 reiterates its position rejecting all acts that may jeopardize the stability and unity of the Sudan. It reaffirms its solidarity with the people of the Sudan and its full support for a peaceful transition to democracy, paving the way for a prosperous and peaceful future, not only in the Sudan but throughout the entire region. We hope that close cooperation with UNITAMS and the country team, as well as strong support from the international community behind a unified Security Council, will help the Sudan to address those challenges.”
2021-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8925 (2021) · source
“That difficult situation, which affects more than 10 million people, calls on us to demonstrate our responsibility and solidarity with the Sudan with a view to mitigating the impact of the humanitarian situation on the current peacebuilding dynamics in the country. The A3+1 reiterates its support for UNITAMS in the implementation of its mandate. In that regard, we commend the various support and training activities undertaken within its mandate to assist the political transition, facilitate the implementation of the Juba Peace Agreement and support the Sudanese-led efforts in peacebuilding, the protection of civilians and restoring the rule of law. Our special thanks go to Mr. Perthes for his mediation efforts aimed at reaching a negotiated political settlement.”
2021-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8925 (2021) · source
“The already dire humanitarian situation in the Sudan has been further aggravated by the economic crisis, food insecurity, the increase in cases of the coronavirus disease — with only 3 per cent of the population of 47 million fully vaccinated — the adverse effects of climate change, intercommunal violence, the prolonged displacement of populations, the recent refugee crisis in eastern areas and heavy rains. Despite the complicated regional context and the latest developments in the country, the Sudan continues to host hundreds of thousands of refugees and share its resources with them.”
2021-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8925 (2021) · source
“On the economic front, the Sudan is facing huge challenges to mitigate the impact of economic reforms and the burden of external debt. The A3+1 calls on the international community to renew its commitment in solidarity with the Sudan and not shy away from the commitments made at the Paris conference on the Sudan held in May. Economic recovery remains a key component of the transition process that will propel the realization of peace in the country as it prepares for regular and free elections based on a democratic consensus. Such elections represent the only path towards putting a definitive end to institutional turmoil in the country and ensuring its sustainable development.”
2021-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8925 (2021) · source
“In that regard, we call on the Sudan’s partners to provide the Committee with adequate, timely and sustainable logistical and financial support to fulfil its critical task. The A3+1 welcomes the Sudanese Government’s efforts to provide protection to civilians through the implementation of its National Plan for the Protection of Civilians, as well as the promotion of dialogue and reconciliation among the different ethnic communities. We also encourage all parties to ensure gender equality in decision-making structures and the rightful participation of women in mediation efforts to resolve the current political crisis. In that regard, we commend the support provided by UNITAMS to the Sudanese authorities to strengthen women’s participation and inclusion in the peace process.”
2021-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8925 (2021) · source
“We commend UNITAMS for its contribution to facilitate those talks as part of its efforts to support the peace process and the implementation of the Juba Peace Agreement. We also urge those that have not yet joined the peace process to do so to give sustainable and inclusive peace in the Sudan a chance. The A3+1 remains concerned by sporadic intercommunal violence. Those incidents attest to the need for continued efforts to address the root causes of the conflicts. The establishment of the Joint High Military Committee for Security Arrangements and the Permanent Ceasefire Committee in Darfur constitute significant steps towards the implementation of the security arrangements stipulated in the Juba Peace Agreement.”
2021-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8925 (2021) · source
“We strongly believe that those political, security, economic and humanitarian challenges highlight the need to see all Sudanese stakeholders show wisdom and prioritize national interests in order to consolidate the gains made since 2018 and avoid the derailing of the peace process. The A3+1 encourages all parties to accelerate the implementation of the Juba Peace Agreement in order to consolidate trust and confidence among the non-signatory armed groups and avoid the risk of setting the country back on a path of violence. In that regard, we encourage the resumption of talks with the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North Abdelaziz Al-Hilu faction and urge both parties to build on initial progress and advance a constructive framework for addressing their remaining differences.”
2021-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8925 (2021) · source
“We welcome the release of political detainees and the commitment to investigate deaths and injuries among protesters during the incidents that have taken place since 25 October. We emphasize the importance of ensuring transparency, accountability and justice and call for full respect for human rights, including the rights to life and the freedoms of expression and peaceful assembly. We also express our deep condolences to the families of the victims and wish those who were injured a full recovery. While welcoming those steps, we recognize that many challenges lie ahead.”
2021-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8925 (2021) · source
“We remain convinced that succeeding in the political transition and responding to the Sudanese aspirations for democracy, freedom and justice remain the only viable way to preserve and consolidate the unity of the Sudan and ensure a peaceful and prosperous future for its population. In that regard, we encourage all transition partners to continue engaging in dialogue and making timely efforts to effectively address unresolved issues and to fully and swiftly implement the political agreement in a climate of peace and national reconciliation. The A3+1 reiterates its full support for the United Nations, UNITAMS, the African Union, the League of Arab States and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development for their good offices and mediation efforts to facilitate dialogue and support the democratic transition in the Sudan.”
2021-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8925 (2021) · source
“Our briefing today takes place a few days before the third anniversary of the December 2019 revolution in the Sudan, which ended decades of dictatorship and initiated a democratic transition to lead to the holding of free elections in 2023. It takes place against the backdrop of the recent developments, which saw the democratic transition interrupted on 25 October but resumed on 21 November following the political agreement between Lieutenant General Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan and Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok. The A3+1 welcomes that political agreement and the commitments contained therein, which represent an important step towards resolving the constitutional and political crisis in the Sudan and a return to constitutional order, as set out in the Constitutional Document and the Juba Peace Agreement.”
2021-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8925 (2021) · source
“I have the honour to deliver 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). We are grateful to the Secretary-General for his report (S/2021/1008) highlighting the activities of the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in the Sudan (UNITAMS) and the recent developments in the country. We also thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for the Sudan and Head of UNITAMS, Mr. Volker Perthes, for his comprehensive briefing. We welcome the participation in this meeting of the representative of the Sudan.”
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