YouSaid · the spoken record

Lewicki

lines on the record: 325
first: 2018-04-27
most recent: 2020-01-09
sittings or episodes: 53
sources: un-security-council

Every line below is reproduced as it was said and linked to the record it came from. Nothing here is summarised or generated. Directory · Search · Corrections

“As has been highlighted by many delegations, including the delegation of South Africa, regional and subregional organizations continue to play an essential role in dealing with the challenges faced by the Burundian people. In that context, Poland commends all efforts made thus far by the East African Community to enable the inclusive Burundian dialogue. We also further encourage all regional partners, including the African Union, to engage in the mediation process, which could lead to a widely accepted road map, setting the path towards credible elections in 2020. Several delegations have also raised the important issue of the human rights situation in Burundi. Again, let me reiterate that we see human rights as one of the pillars of the United Nations system.”
2019-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8550 (2019) · source
“First of all, allow me to thank Assistant Secretary-General Fernandez-Taranco, Ambassador Lauber of Switzerland and African Union Commissioner Chergui for their very valuable contributions to our discussion. We agree with the other delegations that have stressed that it is fully justified for the Council to discuss the situation in Burundi, particularly in the context of preparations for elections to be held in 2020 and therefore Burundi's crucial importance in terms of peace and security in the region. Let me underscore that we are here in the Council in order to assist Burundi in strengthening peace and stability in its territory and improving the well-being of its people.”
2019-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8550 (2019) · source
“We urge them to swiftly authorize the next inter-agency convoy to Rukban, where approximately 24,000 people still need humanitarian assistance. In conclusion, let me also underline the significance of ensuring that the de-escalation zone in Idlib, as agreed in the autumn between Russia and Turkey, is again in place. All parties to the conflict should do their utmost to ensure the full implementation of that agreement on the ground. Last but not least, let me also acknowledge the presence of the Deputy Foreign Minister of Russia, Mr. Sergey Vershinin.”
2019-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8535 (2019) · source
“Children are particularly vulnerable to the impact of explosive weapons, and warring parties should make a special effort to protect them. Let me turn to the issue of humanitarian access in Syria, especially in Rukban camp, where the situation is increasingly dire due to the limited movement of goods and practically no access. As recalled in Assistant Secretary-General Mueller's briefing, a second humanitarian convoy to Rukban delivered life-saving aid to 40,000 people living in the camp at the beginning of February. Nonetheless, it was only a temporary measure, sufficient for merely a month. As we approach the end of May, no progress has been reached on a third convoy. We were made hopeful by the positive steps taken by the Syrian authorities in February with regard to enabling the access of international humanitarian assistance.”
2019-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8535 (2019) · source
“In our opinion, the international community, and especially the Security Council, should vigorously advocate for the health and protection of civilians, especially the most vulnerable - women, children and persons with disabilities. The situation is extremely worrying in north-eastern and north-western Syria, just to mention the Al-Hol and Rukban camps. In that context, Poland calls on all sides to the conflict to respect international humanitarian law and human rights law. Appropriate mechanisms must be in place to ensure that perpetrators are held to account, including those accused of serious violations and abuses against children. That is essential, especially in the Al-Hol area, where children constitute a majority of the population. Schools, hospitals and other vital civilian infrastructure must be protected from attacks.”
2019-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8535 (2019) · source
“In addition, I want to stress our concern about the dramatic state of health facilities in Syria, as raised earlier by the United States delegation. Most of them are not functional and those still operating are too poorly equipped to provide care to patients with injuries and further support to persons with disabilities. That limited access to medical care turns many injuries into life-long impairments that otherwise could have been prevented with proper and timely care. We are also deeply concerned about reported attacks and shelling in north-west Syria, damaging 23 health facilities that serve almost 240,000 people.”
2019-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8535 (2019) · source
“Any military operation should be fully in line with the international humanitarian and human rights law to prevent harm to thousands of civilians trapped in the middle of fighting. The protection of civilians and unhindered access to humanitarian assistance are not a choice, as highlighted by Assistant Secretary- General Mueller, but a legal obligation of all sides to the conflict - State and non-State actors alike. Those who do not comply should be held accountable. In that context, let me echo the Ambassador of Belgium, speaking on behalf of the humanitarian troika, that the fight against terrorism cannot justify indiscriminate attacks against civilians and the fight against terrorists cannotjustify violations and abuses of international humanitarian law and human rights law.”
2019-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8535 (2019) · source
“Additionally, the Council has adopted a number of resolutions on the protection of civilians, which constitute a part of international law. That means that all actors, State and non-State actors alike, are obliged to follow those rules, including in Syria. We meet again to discuss an extremely worrying humanitarian situation in Syria, especially in the north-west part of the country. The military escalation continues as we speak and hundreds of civilians are being killed and injured. Military operations, which have already brought enormous suffering to the civilian population of Syria, have again started to advance. Attacks on densely populated areas, homes, medical facilities and settlements for internally displaced persons are unacceptable and must stop. All parties must, as a matter of the highest priority, protect civilians.”
2019-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8535 (2019) · source
“First, let me thank Assistant Secretary-General Ursula Mueller for another very useful and comprehensive briefing. The picture painted by Ms. Mueller is bleak. It is very regrettable that we are meeting again to discuss the worsening humanitarian situation in Syria. The Ambassador of Equatorial Guinea referred to the Westeros world ofA Game Of Thrones. I must say that there is one huge difference between the world of Westeros and our real world. In the world of A Game of Thrones, there are no rules for the conduct of war, whereas in our world there are such rules. I am referring to international humanitarian law and human rights law. This year we celebrate the seventieth anniversary of the adoption of the Geneva Conventions and the twentieth anniversary of the placement of the protection of civilians on the agenda of the Security Council.”
2019-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8535 (2019) · source
“Annadif, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Mali, and the personnel of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali, who spare no effort to ensure that the Mission stands ready to provide support to the Joint Force, in line with resolution 2391 (2017) and the technical agreement.”
2019-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8526 (2019) · source
“That requires a creative approach focused on financial or material contributions, as well as on political and diplomatic cooperation. In that regard, we welcome the accelerated implementation of the G-5 Sahel Priority Investment Programme and the focus of development interventions on areas where the most vulnerable communities live. Currently, Poland supports the G-5 Sahel Joint Force through both European Union channels and bilateral channels. We have provided the contingent of Chadian troops operating within the Force with significant material support. We need to look at support for the G-5 Sahel and its Joint Force from a broader perspective. It is most of all a long-term investment in regional security, which is a prerequisite for creating durable peace, security and prosperity in the Sahel region. Finally, we commend Mr.”
2019-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8526 (2019) · source
“Underdevelopment, poverty, exclusion, poor governance, lack of access to basic services and economic opportunities and the effects of climate change in the region need to be addressed in line with the United Nations Integrated Strategy for the Sahel and the United Nations Support Plan for the Sahel. Therefore, there is a need to discuss how the international community can continue to support the G-5 Sahel and its Joint Force, through both bilateral and multilateral cooperation, to increase not only its operational capabilities, but also its development initiatives. If we wish to ensure long-standing peace, stability and prosperity, we need to address simultaneously three pillars: peace and security; development, as has already been mentioned by some speakers; and the pillar of human rights.”
2019-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8526 (2019) · source
“Delattre, respect for human rights is critical to gaining the trust of the local communities, which in turn is crucial to enhancing the effectiveness of the anti-terrorist activities of the G-5 Sahel Joint Force. That is why it is so important for the G-5 Sahel Joint Force to continue cooperating, in particular with the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights. It is of the utmost importance to focus priority training targets around the protection of civilians - which is one of Poland's priorities as a Security Council member - in order to prevent human rights Violations and abuses committed by army and police components when conducting counter- terrorism operations. Lasting peace, security and prosperity in the Sahel region cannot be achieved without major reforms.”
2019-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8526 (2019) · source
“We also commend the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime - and we thank Mr. Fedotov for his very informative briefing * for its support to the operationalization of a police component for the Joint Force. The restoration ofjustice will play a fundamental role in securing peace and stability in the Sahel region, and its effectiveness will have an impact on the Joint Force's capacity to fight terrorism and transnational organized crime. Furthermore, we welcome the continued commitment of the G-5 Sahel to establishing a human rights and international humanitarian law compliance framework. As was highlighted by a number of delegations, as well as Ms. Keita and Mr.”
2019-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8526 (2019) · source
“In that regard, the G-5 Sahel Joint Force remains a critical part of a series of regional and international security responses addressing cross- border challenges in the Sahel region. It goes without saying that Poland fully supports the mandate of the Joint Force and hopes that with the international community's necessary assistance it will soon be fully operationalized. To echo Mr. Barry's words, the G-5 Sahel Joint Force cannot fight alone. It needs the continued assistance of the Security Council, regional and subregional organizations and the European Union, as Mr. Buyoya highlighted. The European Union and Poland, as part of the European Union, are ready to stand with the Joint Force and to continue supporting its efforts to tackle its various challenges.”
2019-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8526 (2019) · source
“As a number of delegations and Assistant Secretary- General Bintou Keita have already described, the Sahel is facing some very diverse challenges, from climate change and irregular migration to trafficking in arms and drugs and Violent extremism and terrorism. All of them have a transnational and transboundary character, which means that they can be effectively addressed only through international and regional cooperation. In that context, cooperation and coordination between neighbouring countries and within regional organizations, particularly African regional and subregional organizations, is crucial to achieving tangible and long-lasting progress in conflict resolution and stabilization efforts.”
2019-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8526 (2019) · source
“At the outset, I would like to join other delegations in expressing our sincere condolences to the people of Burkina Faso and France and the families of the victims of the attack on a church in Dablo, as well as the families of the two fallen French soldiers. I would also like to warmly welcome Mr. Alpha Barry, the current President of the Joint Force of the Group of Five for the Sahel (G-5 Sahel). His presence today in the Chamber demonstrates the enormous importance he attaches to cooperation within the G-5 Sahel Joint Force. Finally, I would like to take this opportunity to commend all the member countries of the Joint Force - Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, Mauritania and the Niger - for their excellent regional cooperation, which should serve as an example for other regions of the world.”
2019-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8526 (2019) · source
“We also appreciate and encourage the Office's cooperation with Libya and other States, as well as with national and international organizations, to enhance the coordination of investigative and prosecutorial strategies aimed at closing the impunity gap with respect to the Rome Statute, transnational crimes and organized criminal activity. In conclusion, I would like to urge that we assist the Court in ending violations and ensuring full respect in Libya for international law, including international humanitarian law and human rights law, in order to support the ICC's efforts with regard to the situation there, as well as the political process, and to work towards strengthening the rule of law and achieving peace in Libya.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8523 (2019) · source
“We also recognize that the business of human smuggling and the associated alleged crimes have an impact on peace and security not just in Libya but beyond it. I said earlier that accountability is also a tool for conflict prevention, and that is because if we can provide accountability, it can serve as a deterrent both to potential violations and abuses of international human rights law and to conflict. It is a very important tool for preventing conflict. Poland also welcomes the Office's efforts to monitor, investigate and analyse allegations of crimes committed against migrants and refugees in Libya in order to determine whether they fall within the jurisdiction of the Court.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8523 (2019) · source
“Noting that Libya remains under an obligation in that respect, we support the Office's call on all States to take steps to ensure that those warrants are executed and the suspects transferred to the ICC. That means that the outcome of Ms. Bensouda's work depends very much on the cooperation of Member States. Once again, it is notjust our duty and responsibility to work with her, it is our obligation. Without cooperation in good faith on the part of Member States, the Prosecutor will be unable to move forward with her proceedings. We are also very concerned about the ongoing crimes and serious human rights violations and abuses suffered by migrants and refugees in Libya, as well as the continuing impunity for the smugglers, traffickers, members of armed groups and State officials involved in them.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8523 (2019) · source
“Let me also remind everyone in this Chamber that as an integral part of international humanitarian law, the protection of civilians has been highlighted in a number ofSecurity Council resolutions, which are also part of international law. Just one month ago we agreed to Security Council press elements in which "The United Nations Security Council reminded all parties of their obligation under international humanitarian law, including the imperative of the protection of civilians", which is something that is very close to our hearts. As Ms. Bensouda said, the Libyan people deserve to live in peace and safety. Poland recognizes that an indispensable step in ensuring accountability in Libya is the arrest and surrender to the Court of individuals named in arrest warrants issued by it.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8523 (2019) · source
“Bensouda's statement of 16 April calling on all parties to respect international humanitarian law. Let me stress here that respect for and compliance with international humanitarian law and human rights law is not a matter of choice; it is a legal obligation of both States and non-State actors. All those responsible for violations and abuses of international humanitarian and human rights law should be held accountable. We attach particular importance, as a top priority of our Security Council membership, to the protection of civilians. Again, we concur with the Prosecutor's concerns regarding the situation of the civilian population in Tripoli as a result of recent developments and the ongoing conflict.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8523 (2019) · source
“Let me at the outset thank Ms. Fatou Bensouda for her briefing and assure her of Poland's full support for her work and that of the International Criminal Court (ICC). Our support is based on the strong conviction that the work done by the ICC and her Office in particular remain essential in ensuring accountability and fighting impunity. Her work therefore lies at the very core of the mandate of the Security Council - the maintenance of international peace and security - because atrocity crimes are not only features of most conflicts but also their root causes. We therefore fully agree with the conclusion in her report that the Security Council should take concrete action to uphold accountability for atrocity crimes, including in Libya. On Libya, we can fully subscribe to Ms.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8523 (2019) · source
“We would like to emphasize that it is not the first time Russia has applied such illegal practices to countries in the region. So-called passportization is a well-known component of Russia's strategy of creeping annexation of Georgia's breakaway regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia. Russia's continued fuelling of tensions in Donbas continues to be a direct challenge to international security, with grave implications for the international legal order that protects the territorial integrity and sovereignty of all States, two of the principles enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations. In conclusion, the international community should therefore not accept or recognize such a flood of disregard for the fundamental principles of international law and should respond to Russia's unacceptable and illegal behaviour accordingly.”
2019-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8516 (2019) · source
“Furthermore, as several previous speakers mentioned, it undermines the peace process and in particular the Minsk agreements of 2014 and 2015, which define the modalities for a permanent ceasefire and provide for the reintegration of the temporarily occupied territories back into Ukraine. It follows other hostile steps by Russia towards Ukraine, including illegal elections in non-Government-controlled areas of Ukraine in 2018, an issue that the Security Council met to discuss last year (see S/PV.8386); an attack on Ukrainian ships in the Kerch Strait, as other delegations also mentioned; the introduction of a rouble zone; and the official recognition of documents issued by illegal military bodies in certain parts of Donbas.”
2019-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8516 (2019) · source
“Russia is continuing its policy of flagrant disregard for fundamental principles of international law with respect to Ukraine, including by violating the prohibition on interfering in matters within the domestic jurisdiction of another State. It should also be emphasized that international law does not permit the widespread naturalization by a State of nationals of another State residing in the latter State's territory. This is a clearly illegal act of coercion against Ukraine and should be viewed as yet another measure designed to escalate the Ukrainian-Russian conflict.”
2019-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8516 (2019) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank all the briefers for their valuable contributions to today's discussion. It is very much appreciated, especially given the very short notice for the meeting. Poland strongly condemns Russia's decision to provide expedited Russian citizenship to the Ukrainian citizens living in Russian-controlled areas ofthe Donetsk and Luhansk regions of Ukraine. We should underline that with this step Russia is trying to escalate tensions in Ukraine only days after the presidential elections. In that regard, we welcome the consolidated response from Ukraine's political forces. This is a highly provocative element of the Russian Federation's ongoing aggressive campaign to undermine Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.”
2019-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8516 (2019) · source
“In conclusion, let me underline that there can be no military solution to the Syrian conflict. A political agreement in line with resolution 2254 (2015) and the Geneva communique (S/2012/522, annex) remains the only way towards peace. Lastly, allow me to reiterate the common position of the European Union on the reconstruction of Syria. We think that it should commence once an inclusive political transition is firmly under way, as we need to support the safe return of millions of Syrians who fled their homes.”
2019-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8515 (2019) · source
“Allow me to also touch briefly on the situation in Idlib and Rukban, which was also raised by many delegations. Let me stress that the significance of the agreement between Russia and Turkey on the Idlib de-escalation zone as a crucial move towards avoiding a humanitarian catastrophe. All parties to the conflict should assure the full implementation of that agreement. With regard to Rukban, we know that at the beginning of February the second humanitarian convoy to Rukban provided life-saving support to 40,000 people living in the camp. Nonetheless, it was only a temporary measure, sufficient for merely a month. As we approach the end of April, it is clear that we desperately need a safe, voluntary and dignified long-term solution for thousands of people, many of whom have been staying in the Rukban area for more than two years.”
2019-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8515 (2019) · source
“Last but not least, we reiterate our call to all sides to strictly comply with international law and human rights law, which means the protection of civilians and granting unhindered access to humanitarian assistance for the entire population is not a matter of choice - it is a legal obligation under international law. It is our firm belief that those responsible for violating and abusing international humanitarian and human rights law should be held accountable. It is also a matter of conflict prevention. In that context, we strongly support the ongoing work of the Human Rights Council's Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab Republic and the work of the International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism.”
2019-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8515 (2019) · source
“Could she elaborate further on what challenges she faces in terms of data collection, how she is collecting it and what kind of impact it has on the delivery of humanitarian assistance? Another issue to which we would like to draw the Security Council's attention is that of health services provided to persons with disabilities. We are deeply concerned about the dramatic deterioration of public hospital and health facilities. Unfortunately, the attacks on public hospitals and health facilities continue, which means that there is no proper care being provided to patients with injuries and as a result those injuries may become lifelong disabilities. That is why it is our strong belief that the Security Council should vigorously advocate for the health and protection of civilians, especially women, children and persons with disabilities.”
2019-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8515 (2019) · source
“Despite the increasing attention being paid to persons with disabilities in humanitarian contexts, very scarce information has been collected. As already mentioned by Ambassador Cohen, the lack of sufficient data on persons with disabilities in the humanitarian context was one of the key findings of the Arria formula meeting on the situation of persons with disabilities in armed conflicts, which was organized last December by Poland, together with Germany, Kuwait, Peru and Cote d'Ivoire. That lack of sufficient data collection has a clear impact on our assessment of the delivery of humanitarian assistance. In that regard, I have the following question for Assistant Secretary-General Mueller, who briefly referred to data collection in her statement.”
2019-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8515 (2019) · source
“Let me cite some estimates, which are based on the October 2018 report of the Humanity and Inclusion organization. There are 3 million people in Syria who are living with permanent disabilities, a number that increases with every month that the conflict continues. Almost one-fourth of Syrian refugees in Lebanon and Jordan have some level of impairment and more than 60 per cent of households have at least one member with a disability. Those staggering numbers speak for themselves and demonstrate that we cannot discuss the humanitarian situation in Syria without addressing the very specific needs of persons with disabilities. In that context, allow me to touch upon the following issues. The first point concerns data collection.”
2019-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8515 (2019) · source
“First of all, let me join other colleagues in thanking Assistant Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs Ursula Mueller for her - as always - excellent briefing. Our deep appreciation goes to her and her staff for their great work and commitment to providing humanitarian assistance to the people in need. We welcome also Ms. Nujeen Mustapha. Let me echo other delegations in ensuring her and all people with disabilities that they are not invisible any more i certainly not in this Chamber. As Assistant Secretary-General Mueller highlighted, the whole population of Syria has suffered a litany of horrors. Let me focus on the situation of persons with disabilities, precisely because the ongoing conflict has a disproportionate impact on persons with disabilities.”
2019-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8515 (2019) · source
“With regard to the drawdown of UNAMID, we continue to believe that the Security Council should closely monitor the impact on the ground of the downsizing of the mission in order to ensure that the gains achieved in Darfur will be durable and not be compromised. We look forward to receiving the results of the strategic assessment of UNAMID in the context of our upcoming discussion of the mission's mandate. In conclusion, I would like to express our deep gratitude to all UNAMID personnel and the United Nations country team for their continued dedication and contribution to the promotion of peace, security, stability and reconciliation in Darfur.”
2019-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8513 (2019) · source
“Nor should we forget about the very challenging humanitarian situation, which as Assistant Secretary- General Muellerrightlypointedouthas beenexacerbated by the deteriorating macroeconomic conditions. Cooperation among the Government of the Sudan, the local authorities in Darfur, UNAMID and the United Nations country team is key to a successful transition, as are adequate resources. We believe that the international community should join in the efforts on the ground in support of recovery and development in Darfur, or we may run the risk of a relapse into conflict. As I have already said, the progress we have achieved is both volatile and reversible.”
2019-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8513 (2019) · source
“We reiterate our position that there can be no solution to conflict in Darfur other than a political one. We regret that the recent changes in the Sudan's internal situation have led to a loss of the momentum in the peace process and hope that it can be resumed in the near future. To repeat once again what we have said on many occasions in this Chamber, it is our strong belief that during the transition from peacekeeping to peacebuilding in Darfur, particular emphasis should be put on socioeconomic conditions there with regard to the provision of basic services, job opportunities, education for children, basic economic infrastructure, agriculture and so on, as well as on establishing the effective rule of law and good governance across the region.”
2019-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8513 (2019) · source
“We strongly condemn any targeting of the civilian population - including by Government security personnel - especially those who are most vulnerable, that is women, children and internally displaced persons. The authorities should spare no effort to hold the perpetrators accountable and should do their utmost to fight impunity in Darfur. It is also vital to address the human rights situation with regard to ensuring long-term stability in the Sudan, because human rights violations and abuses are both root causes of the conflicts and also a constant feature of conflicts and their concomitant violence. In that context, we welcome the cooperation of the Sudanese authorities with the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights and look forward to seeing the new authorities continue that cooperation.”
2019-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8513 (2019) · source
“In that context, we remain concerned about the continued clashes in Jebel Marra between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Sudan Liberation Army-Abdul Wahid, and the incidents of intercommunal conflict, which Assistant Secretary- General Mueller highlighted, and which make it clear that Darfur requires the Security Council's continued attention. I could not agree more with Mr. Annen that it also requires a long-term engagement on the part of the international community. We note with regret and are deeply troubled by the fact that the human rights violations, in particular sexual and gender-based violence, as mentioned by the representative of South Africa, continue to occur in Darfur.”
2019-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8513 (2019) · source
“With the drawdown of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID), we are at a crucial turning point and the new civilian Government should do its utmost to provide security, rule of law and basic services in Darfur. Protecting civilians, promoting intercommunal reconciliation and dealing with the root causes of the conflict should be among the top priorities. Poland welcomes the relative stability of the security situation in Darfur. At the same time, we are aware that the progress that has been made is both volatile and reversible.”
2019-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8513 (2019) · source
“We very much welcome your presence, Mr. Minister, here among us today. We also wish to thank Joint Special Representative Ambassador Mamabolo and Assistant Secretary-General Ursula Mueller for their comprehensive briefings, including on the recent developments in the Sudan. A number of representatives have referred to the developing situation in Khartoum. Poland also closely follows the developments, including in the Sudan. Like other delegations, we support the aspirations of the Sudanese people to an inclusive, peaceful and democratic transition, good governance and social and economic well-being. We support the African Union call for a swift transition to a civilian Government. We call on the new Sudanese authorities not to lose sight of Darfur.”
2019-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8513 (2019) · source
“We have to support Venezuelans in their hopes for a decent life in a democratic and prosperous country. Time is short, and we cannot remain indifferent. Finally, we urge the de facto regime in Venezuela to respect and fully protect the freedom of media, including the safety and security of journalists. We strongly condemn cases of violent attacks and acts of intimidation against both foreign and domestic journalists. All such cases should be investigated in a thorough and independent manner.”
2019-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8506 (2019) · source
“We also call for refraining from violence. The main challenge for the political track in this crisis is to guarantee, with all international support, the peaceful character of the transition process. We are convinced that the solution to the multidimensional crisis affecting Venezuela can only be a political, democratic and peaceful one and that the restoration of democracy is possible through free, transparent and credible presidential elections. We support the initiatives of both the European Union and the Lima Group to find a way out of this acute crisis, which is above all political, but with severe economic and humanitarian consequences for the people of Venezuela. We must therefore do our utmost to alleviate the most urgent humanitarian needs and reduce human suffering.”
2019-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8506 (2019) · source
“While trying to focus on the humanitarian aspects of this briefing, we cannot but refer to the political background of the Venezuelan crisis. In this regard, the two key issues to be addressed are the rule of law and legitimacy. Given the multifaceted challenges ahead and current absence of political dialogue, Poland considers the National Assembly as the only power in Venezuela that has a democratic mandate, obtained in free, fair and credible elections. The National Assembly and its President, Juan Guaido, should be heard and respected. We call once again for the full respect of his constitutionally mandated prerogatives and immunity for all members of the National Assembly, including of its President. We further call for respect for democracy, the rule of law and fundamental freedoms and human rights, including the freedom of assembly.”
2019-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8506 (2019) · source
“As we speak, more and more people - 5,000 every day - are crossing the borders, joining the more than 3 million Venezuelans who have already fled the country and leaving behind those unwilling or unable to leave despite being forced to live in extremely miserable conditions. The Council cannot remain idle in the face of such a crisis, which is having an adverse effect on the peace and security of the region. We appreciate the efforts of the countries of Latin America aimed at maintaining an open door and providing assistance to refugees. A friend in need is a friend indeed. We commend the Governments and the peoples of Peru, Colombia - represented today by its Foreign Minister - and Ecuador and other neighbouring countries for the true hospitality they have extended to the people of Venezuela.”
2019-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8506 (2019) · source
“The trafficking of women for sex and forced labour is increasing throughout the region. Moreover, women in Venezuela are facing further challenges and risks, including a rise in sexual and gender-based Violence, shortages of feminine items and high levels of maternal mortality. Much remains to be done to address the extremely urgent needs, and Venezuelan actors across the political spectrum have the responsibility to put the interests of the Venezuelan people at the centre of their actions at this critical time. But it is up to the de facto regime to acknowledge the problem first and allow large-scale humanitarian assistance into Venezuela.”
2019-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8506 (2019) · source
“Widespread malnutrition among children, increasing infant and maternal mortality and the resurgence of infectious diseases long considered eradicated should not happen in a country that has all the necessary natural and human resources to flourish and should lead statistically in every socioeconomic category. What makes the case worse is that not only is the Government unable to resolve those issues, but that it also contributes to deepening the crisis by denying its scale and casting aside offers of aid. Let me also thank Kathleen Page for the John Hopkins University report. We consider the findings very troubling. The current humanitarian crisis in Venezuela has had a particularly alarming effect on women and girls, the most vulnerable groups in the majority of conflicts and crises.”
2019-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8506 (2019) · source
“Let me thank the briefers for their valuable and informative contributions to today's discussion. Our briefers' interventions have clearly demonstrated to all of us the gravity of a humanitarian situation that needs to be addressed in an urgent manner to help the people of Venezuela. There is no doubt that the people of Venezuela face a dire humanitarian crisis, which is man-made and the result of corruption and mismanagement. Furthermore, the crisis and suffering of the people of Venezuela continue to deteriorate due to the refusal of the de facto regime of Nicolas Maduro to grant access to a country that so desperately needs humanitarian aid. The reality on the ground speaks for itself. The health sector is in absolute collapse. The shortages offood and medicine are regular, not sporadic.”
2019-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8506 (2019) · source
“We would like to encourage the High Commissioner to brief the Council more often, particularly when early action is needed. Poland will continue its work in the Security Council to secure peace and prevent conflicts. Finally, I would like to ask the High Commissioner how he sees the process of strengthening the nexus not only between security and development but also, and we cannot overlook this, the third pillar - security, development and human rights - in addressing the various humanitarian situations around the world.”
2019-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8504 (2019) · source
“Let me recall what the Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, said at a time when he still held the post of United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees: "Too often invisible, too often forgotten, and too often overlooked, refugees with disabilities are among the most isolated, socially excluded and marginalized of all displaced populations". Forced displacement, be it disaster- or conflict- related, entails an enormous amount of human suffering. Addressing the rights and needs of all the various at- risk groups should be at the core of the international response to refugees. In conclusion, I thank High Commissioner Grandi once again for his briefing. We support the activities of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees aimed at safeguarding the rights and well- being of refugees around the world.”
2019-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8504 (2019) · source