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  1. “Going forward, India will continue to be a force multiplier for peacebuilding, with an emphasis on the human- centric approach.”

    2021-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8851 (2021) · source

  2. “India has been a strong advocate for the urgent need to introduce new and advanced technology in peacekeeping missions. In the context of transitions in operations and post- conflict peacebuilding, technology is equally relevant. India’s contributions in the area of human-centric peacebuilding and post-conflict reconstruction work in Africa are well known. India’s fundamental approach to peacebuilding efforts is to respect national ownership and be guided by host States’ development priorities. We are convinced that human-centric, gender-sensitive and technologically primed solutions and the robust functioning of democratic institutions of governance that give all stakeholders a say in creating a better future are the biggest guarantee for the success of peacebuilding and sustaining peace.”

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  3. “It is important to actively support the post-conflict peacebuilding and recovery initiatives of host States. In that regard, the efforts of the United Nations in peacebuilding should be strengthened by providing it with adequate financial resources, if necessary, by engaging international financial institutions, the private sector and civil society organizations. I have just returned from a bilateral visit to Colombia. I saw for myself how the Government is making commendable efforts towards peace and reconciliation, with the support of the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia. Seventh, technology, especially digital technology, can play a crucial role in post-conflict peacebuilding to improve public services, promote transparency in governance, enhance the reach of democracy and promote human rights and gender sensitivity.”

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  4. “The efforts of the host State towards security sector reform, capacity-building of the police, justice and correction and the promotion of the rule of law and good governance need to be supported and supplemented. Fifth, a political solution to a conflict is paramount for achieving stability and sustainable peace. Political stakeholders should strive for the creation of political and administrative institutions that improve governance and inclusiveness and provide equal political opportunities for women and youth, as well as marginalized and underprivileged populations. Reconfigured peacekeeping operations have a crucial role to play in fostering a positive environment and encouraging collaboration among all relevant parties. Sixth, peacekeeping and peacebuilding are not mutually exclusive.”

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  5. “The cost of relapsing is always much higher than any short-term savings. In that regard, India welcomes the important advisory, bridging and convening roles of the Peacebuilding Commission, especially when the Council is discussing the mandates of peacekeeping missions. Third, the primary responsibility to protect civilians across its territory lies with the host State. The Council should encourage and support the efforts of the host State towards the effective implementation of a national plan for civilian protection. Fourth, full respect for the sovereignty of a country can never be over-emphasized. Transition strategies should recognize the primacy of national Governments and national ownership in identifying and driving priorities.”

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  6. “That was illustrated by the recent transition of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur into the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in the Sudan. In that context, I would like to offer several observations. First, effective mandate-delivery by United Nations peacekeeping missions is critical to achieving the benchmarks for transitions. Peacekeeping missions should be given clear, focused, sequenced, prioritized and practically achievable mandates, and, most important, they should be matched by adequate resources. Second, it is important that mission transitions be well planned, taking into account an objective assessment of various factors in the host country. The drawdown of peacekeeping missions should not be driven by the temptation for austerity.”

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  7. “The drawdown of a United Nations peacekeeping operation and its reconfiguration into a minimal modified United Nations presence represents a critical phase for the success of any United Nations peacekeeping mission. For the host country, on the one hand, that signals progress towards political stability and new development opportunities, but, on the other hand, it also presents a real risk of the country relapsing into conflict. The transition of peacekeeping operations and peacebuilding depends on several factors, including the way such transitions are envisaged, planned and executed by the United Nations. In order to be successful, that critical phase requires the active collaboration of all stakeholders.”

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  8. “In virtue of their dedication, professionalism and motivation, the all-female formed policed unit proved to be strong, visible role models, gaining world-wide attention and illustrating the significant contribution that women can make to global peace and security. India’s Female Engagement Team is today also playing an important role in the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. United Nations peacekeeping missions have been playing an important role in bringing about peace and stability in countries of deployment, despite numerous operational challenges. One of the major operational challenges that continues to hamper peacekeeping operations has been the transition phase from peacekeeping to peacebuilding.”

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  9. “India is the largest troop contributor to United Nations peacekeeping operations in cumulative terms, and, since their inception has deployed more than 250,000 peacekeepers across 49 United Nations missions. That attests to India’s commitment to contributing a reliable, well-trained and highly professional peacekeeping force. As of today, nearly 5,500 Indian peacekeepers are deployed across nine United Nations missions. India was also happy to donate vaccines for all United Nations peacekeepers and upgraded two of its peacekeeping hospitals to combat the pandemic. We take pride in the fact that the first-ever all women peacekeeping contingent was from India and stationed in Liberia.”

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  10. “Safaa Elagib Adam, President of the Community Development Association of the Sudan, for her insights and for bringing the civil society perspective to today’s debate. Over the past seven decades, more than 1 million men and women have served under the United Nations flag in more than 70 peacekeeping operations. India joins other delegations in paying tribute to the men and women who have served and continue to serve in peacekeeping operations for their professionalism, dedication and courage. We also remember the 4,089 peacekeepers who have laid down their lives — and the courage and bravery of India’s 174 peacekeepers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.”

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  11. “At the outset, I would like to congratulate Ireland for assuming the presidency of the Security Council for the month September 2021. I also would like to thank the President for convening today’s important open debate on United Nations peacekeeping operations with a focus on transitions. This is a timely initiative on a very significant aspect of peacekeeping, which we appreciate. Let me thank the Secretary-General, Mr. António Guterres, for his comprehensive briefing. I also thank Mrs. Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, former President of Liberia, for sharing Liberia’s experience with respect to United Nations peacekeeping and the subsequent transition. India has a unique bilateral relationship with Liberia, which we deeply value. Let me also express my appreciation to Ms.”

    2021-09-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8851 (2021) · source