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“That is why Slovenia is reviewing our national legislation and measures in that area of endeavour and we will report on the review when it has been concluded. Let me reassure you, Sir, that Slovenia will continue to implement resolution 1540 (2004), as well as the recommendations of the comprehensive review, and we call upon all States to do the same.”
2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985Reprise1 (2017) · source
“We also took over the co-rapporteur role to Montenegro as it aspires to become a member of the Wassenaar Arrangement, which deals with promoting transparency and greater responsibility in the transfers of conventional arms and dual-use goods and technologies, as well as with the prevention of the acquisition of those items by terrorists. This year Slovenia also chairs the General Working Group of the Wassenaar Arrangement to help contribute to that goal. In conclusion, there is a growing link between terrorism, weapons of mass destruction and cyberthreats. Cyberterrorism is perhaps the most prominent emerging threat in the nuclear realm, based on rapid advances in science and technology.”
2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985Reprise1 (2017) · source
“Fourthly, Slovenia also contributes by attaching great importance to nuclear security through the involvement of several ministries in nuclear security matters in order to fight the illicit trafficking of radioactive and nuclear materials and, lastly, by playing an active role in the work of the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency for the third time since our independence. Slovenia had informed the Council about the practical measures it adopted to prevent non-State actors from accessing weapons of mass destruction technology in the open debate on resolution 1540 (2004) in December 2016 (see S/PV.7837). Let me just briefly mention the most recent ones. In March, we joined the Nuclear Security Contact Group, through which we will contribute to global efforts in that area to achieve and enhance nuclear security.”
2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985Reprise1 (2017) · source
“Slovenia has been supporting the work of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004) to strengthen global capacity to prevent, detect and respond to the use of weapons of mass destruction for terrorist purposes by, first, joining the Group of Friends of resolution 1540 (2004) to help contribute to better transparency and the resolution's implementation; secondly, submitting four national reports on the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004); and, thirdly, expanding the Slovenia-led Western Balkan counter- terrorism initiative, which links up individual initiatives in that area into a joint comprehensive effort - the integrative internal security governance concept - that includes the prevention of violent extremism, fights terrorism and takes measures to combat organized crime and enhance border security.”
2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985Reprise1 (2017) · source
“First, I would like to thank the delegation of Bolivia for convening today's important debate and for preparing the concept note on reinforcing the preventive system to avoid the different kinds of catastrophes that could result from the use of nuclear, chemical or biological weapons by non-State actors, particularly terrorists. Slovenia fully subscribes to the statement made by the observer of the European Union and to the statement made on behalf of the Group of Friends of resolution 1540 (2004). I would like to make some additional remarks in my national capacity.”
2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985Reprise1 (2017) · source
“The Human Security Network stresses the usefulness of commissions of inquiry and fact-finding missions in investigating and substantiating alleged violations of international law, in particular international humanitarian law and human rights law. We also underscore the crucial role of international courts and tribunals in ensuring accountability. When States are unwilling or unable to bring perpetrators to justice, a referral to the International Criminal Court is a complementary means to avoid impunity and restore dignity to survivors of atrocities, their families and communities. We reiterate the importance of States' cooperation in that regard.”
2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source
“All parties to every armed conflict bear the responsibility to allow and facilitate access for the delivery of such assistance. In addition to enhancing compliance with international law and strengthening national protection capacities, we recognize the major role of the United Nations peacekeeping operations, the majority of which are mandated with protection-related tasks, in the protection of civilians, including in the area of prevention. In that regard, the Human Security Network underlines the importance of clear and achievable mandates with sufficient resources and capabilities to fulfil the protection mandate. Accountability is a key element in the protection of civilians. States must comply with their obligations under international law to hold accountable perpetrators of crime committed against civilians.”
2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source
“That includes a focus not only on the protection of civilians once a conflict situation occurs, but also on conflict prevention in a broader sense. We therefore share the Secretary-General's view that, in the long term, the best way to protect civilians is to address the root causes of conflicts, build sustainable peace, promote human rights and rule of law, strengthen governance and democratic institutions and invest in inclusive and sustainable development. Ensuring respect by all parties to a conflict for international humanitarian and human rights law is the first necessary step to enhance the protection of civilians. States must comply with their obligation to allow and facilitate rapid and unimpeded access to humanitarian relieffor civilians in need and the freedom of movement of humanitarian personnel.”
2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source
“All of those situations need to be urgently and effectively addressed, according to the Human Security Network. Focus must be placed on enhancing protection on the ground. We see that armed conflicts are increasingly waged in urban areas. Therefore we must ensure that the civilian population is adequately protected. However, many parties have not only shown a blatant disregard for the principles of distinction, proportionality and necessity in the conduct of hostility, but have deliberately targeted civilian infrastructure. We therefore share the Secretary-General's concern regarding the harm caused by the use of explosive weapons with wide-area effects in populated areas and support his call for further measures to address that issue. The Human Security Network advocates a people-centred, holistic approach to security.”
2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source
“The Human Security Network strongly condemns all violence, attacks and threats against wounded and sick humanitarian workers engaged in medical duties, as well as against medical and health personnel and facilities, and deplores the long- term consequences of such attacks for the population and health-care systems of the countries concerned. We therefore encourage the parties and mediators to consider including provisions on the protection of medical personnel and facilities in the drafting ofpeace agreements, including in the definition or principles of ceasefire and in security and monitoring provisions, where relevant. The Secretary General's report provides yet another sobering testimony of grave situations civilians face in a number of conflict-affected countries.”
2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source
“It was encouraging to see the wide support for the resolution, which reaffirms, inter alia, the need for all parties to armed conflict to respect and ensure respect for international humanitarian law and international human rights law, as applicable, and to facilitate the activities of humanitarian organizations, which adhere to the principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality and independence in the provision of humanitarian assistance, including medical assistance. We continue to note with great concern that, according to the latest report of the Secretary General (S/2017/414), attacks on medical personnel and on humanitarian personnel engaged in performing medical duties, as well as on medical facilities and patients, continue at an alarming rate.”
2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source
“I have the honour to speak on behalf of the members of the Human Security Network, a cross-regional network composed of Austria, Chile, Costa Rica, Greece, Ireland, Jordan, Mali, Norway, Panama, Switzerland, Thailand, South Africa as an observer State, and my own country, Slovenia. I should like to start by thanking Uruguay for convening this important debate today. I would also like to express our appreciation to Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, Ms. Beerli and Mr. Ugarte for their comprehensive briefings. The protection of civilians in armed conflict is of the utmost importance to the members of the Human Security Network. Resolution 2286 (2016), which was adopted one year ago, specifically recognized the particular challenges faced by humanitarian personnel engaged in medical duties and by medical personnel.”
2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source
“Slovenia is a member the Board of Governors for the third time since our independence. We also welcome the entry into force of the Amendment to the Convention on the Physical Protection of Nuclear Material, which specifically refers to the protection of nuclear facilities and material in use, storage, as well as transport and provides for expanded cooperation among States. In conclusion, I wish to reassure the Council that Slovenia will continue to implement resolution 1540 (2004) as well as the recommendations of the comprehensive review and we call upon all States to do the same.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“As a practical measure, we have expanded the Slovenian-led Western Balkan Counter Terrorism Initiative, which links individual initiatives in that area with the integrity of the integrative internal security governance concept, which includes measures against serious and organized crime, as well as those on border security. As a country with an operating nuclear power plant, a research reactor, a central storage facility for institutional waste and more than 1,000 sources of ionizing radiation, Slovenia attaches great importance to nuclear security. Several ministries in my country are involved in nuclear security matters, all in the first line of defence against the illicit trafficking of radioactive and nuclear materials. We highly value the central role of the International Atomic Energy Agency in the global nuclear security framework.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“I will briefly touch upon the practical measures adopted by my country to prevent non-State actors from accessing WMD technology. Slovenia submitted its fourth national report on the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004) last month and joined the Group of Friends of resolution 1540 (2004) to help to encourage greater transparency in the resolution's implementation. We believe that a regional approach prevents duplication and overlapping, creates synergies and enhances the effectiveness of a response compared to an individual response. Due to its geographic position, the region of the Western Balkans will remain in Da'esh's sights as a possible transit and logistics route between Europe and Syria or Iraq, including for the trafficking of weapons of mass destruction and that is why it remains in our particular focus.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“First of all, I thank Spain for its efforts in convening today's meeting. We also welcome the adoption of resolution 2325 (2016). Slovenia also aligns itself with the statement made by the observer of the European Union earlier today. I would now like to make some additional remarks in my national capacity. Slovenia supports the work of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004) to strengthen global capacity to prevent, detect and respond to the use of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) for terrorist purposes. The response to that threat must be coherent and comprehensive by using all instruments at our disposal for effective action, as also emphasized in this year's review of the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy.”
2016-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7837 (2016) · source
“Safeguarding water means safeguarding our planet for ourselves and for generations to come. We must spare no effort to find comprehensive solutions to water-related challenges, while taking into account the close links with climate change, food security, energy and other issues. The higher our awareness of the importance of water cooperation, the easier it will be to achieve the goal ofthe sustainable use ofwater for all, which will, in turn, contribute to the maintenance of peace and security. Slovenia remains committed to supporting the nexus between water, peace and security. In that light, our country is eagerly looking forward to the final report of the Global High-Level Panel on Water and Peace and its recommendations.”
2016-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7818 (2016) · source
“Slovenia has had very positive experience in that regard with the International Sava River Basin Commission, established by the four former Yugoslav States, as a result of one of the first international agreements concluded among the former Yugoslav States after peace was achieved following the Balkan wars. As a result, the Sava River became a symbol of regional cooperation, and the agreement has had an important regional stabilizing effect. I am also proud to inform the Council that just a week ago the Slovenian National Assembly enshrined the right to safe drinking water in our Constitution. Furthermore, the sector-specific priorities of Slovenia's development cooperation include a special focus on sustainable water management and access to safe drinking water.”
2016-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7818 (2016) · source
“Furthermore, I would like to stress the important role of regional organizations in contributing to peaceful and sustainable water management across national borders. In addition, we must create inclusive water partnerships. Those partnerships should involve a range of actors, not just Governments but also civil society and the private sector. They should be fair and appropriately financed, with a View to leaving no one behind, and should encourage all those involved to choose cooperation instead of conflict. There is no doubt that the sustainable management ofwater resources will become a major global challenge. But I would also like to highlight its potential to be transformed from a source of potential conflict into an instrument of peaceful cooperation.”
2016-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7818 (2016) · source
“Moreover, we participate in Geneva at the Group of Friends of Water and Peace, where we look forward to new members joining the Group as a result of today's discussions. We would also like to encourage more extensive cooperation between the two Groups of Friends in Geneva and in New York, as well as cooperation with the various high-level panels working on water-related issues. The Security Council has an important role to play in raising awareness of the importance of water for peace and security, and in preventing possible water- related conflicts. We therefore hope that this debate will contribute to further actions on water management, while reinforcing structural aspects of the connection between water and security.”
2016-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7818 (2016) · source
“Especially in the light of climate change, which directly impacts water cycles, we must adopt a different attitude and a more coherent approach to water management and the protection of that indispensable natural resource, which is key for the survival of our civilization and, indeed, our planet. The Paris Agreement on Climate Change represents an important landmark in the process, and I am pleased to announce that Slovenia recently ratified the Agreement. Mobilizing political will is crucial for the protection of water resources, and we must act quickly. For that reason, Slovenia is one of the countries co-hosting the Global High-Level Panel on Water and Peace, chaired by former Slovenian President, Mr. Danilo Turk, and Slovenia was pleased to co-host a side event on the topic during the recent general debate of the General Assembly.”
2016-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7818 (2016) · source
“Slovenia welcomes the organization of this debate and the opportunity to address the complex topic of the linkages between water, peace and security at the highest level. I commend Senegal for convening this meeting and for preparing the comprehensive concept note (S/2016/969, annex). I thank the Secretary-General and all three briefers for their relevant and instructive contributions today. Water is our life support, and its impact on human development is undeniable. Yet the value and the strategic place of water in international politics have long been underestimated, as have the dangers of water scarcity for peace and security.”
2016-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7818 (2016) · source
“Raising awareness and education on the comprehensive implementation of the women and peace and security agenda has been integrated into different educational programmes and has become an important component of training systems in the Slovenian armed forces. To conclude, Slovenia agrees with the report of the Secretary-General that prioritizing gender equality and women's empowerment in peace and security settings must remain a continued effort. We all must strive to remove obstacles to women's participation, in particular in efforts to prevent and combat sexual- and gender-based violence and harmful practices that impede women from enjoying human rights on an equal footing with other members of society.”
2016-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7793 (2016) · source
“In that regard, Slovenia welcomes the establishment of the women and peace and security focal points network and the Council's Informal Expert Group on Women and Peace and Security. Slovenia pays particular attention to awareness- raising and training on women and peace and security, including within our national armed forces. It is important that everyone involved in peace and security processes be aware of the roles women play and the advantages they bring to peace-related activites. The experience of the Slovenian armed gorces is that higher numbers of women in crisis management processes and peacekeeping missions ensure better quality mediation, in particular in the context of local communities and especially among socially underprivileged groups in crisis areas, including local women.”
2016-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7793 (2016) · source
“Strategies for the effective integration of gender perspectives should therefore be pursued to promote women's empowerment and participation. Allow me now to make some additional remarks in my national capacity. We align ourselves with the statement delivered by the observer European Union and that made by the representative of Liechtenstein on behalf of Slovenia, Austria and Switzerland. As was reiterated many times after last year's review, it is high time to begin showing tangible results and bring the women and peace and security agenda closer to women who can make a difference. All stakeholders have to cooperate and harmonize their efforts in order to avoid duplication, on the one hand, and gaps, on the other.”
2016-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7793 (2016) · source
“We stress the importance of fighting impunity and ensuring accountability under national or international jurisdictions. The perpetrators of such crimes must be brought to justice. As a group of countries promoting human security, the Human Security Network would like to emphasize that the personal security of women is essential for human security. Women's empowerment and participation are the cornerstones of any prevention and protection response. The economic, political and social empowerment of women and girls reduces their vulnerability and enhances their ability to protect themselves and exercise their rights. In that regard, we need to ensure that women and girls' interests are fully respected and systematically integrated in the context of peace processes.”
2016-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7793 (2016) · source
“In that regard, it calls for the engagement of women in the design and implementation of humanitarian action and early recovery, while taking into account the increasing needs for sustained donor support to host countries and communities to appropriately support women's self-reliance and resilience, ensure a strengthened humanitarian-developed nexus and improve coordination with peacebuilding and human rights efforts. We also call for greater efforts to promote and respect the human rights of women and girls as, well as to strengthen all efforts to effectively address gender- based violence, including conflict-related sexual violence. For too long, sexual violence against women and girls has been committed on a systematic and widespread scale as a crime against humanity, or even a weapon of war.”
2016-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7793 (2016) · source
“The Network calls upon Member States, United Nations entities and regional and subregional organizations to support Member States in their efforts to implement resolution 1325 (2000) and all subsequent resolutions, including resolution 2242 (2015). We call for greater recognition of, and support for, women's participation in all stages of conflict resolution and post-conflict reconciliation processes so that peace agreements can be more attainable and sustainable. The Network expresses its profound concern regarding the impact of the unprecedented wave of forced displacement on women and girls.”
2016-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7793 (2016) · source
“Their important role as active agents of change in the promotion and maintenance of peace and security in all phases of conflict resolution and peacebuilding is invaluable not just for women, but for society as a whole. Despite the progress made and the recognition of the facts that the women and peace and security agenda is critical for conflict prevention and effective responses to complex crises and that women are important agents of progress in peace talks, they remain unequally involved in those processes, particularly in political dimensions. The positive role that women play in all stages of conflict prevention and resolution is often underestimated or even ignored, instead of being recognized and utilized.”
2016-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7793 (2016) · source
“With the adoption of the resolution 2242 (2015), the Council once again reaffirmed the importance of the agenda. A crucial element of the women and peace and security agenda is the involvement of women in peace-related activities. We see today that more women are involved in peace talks and that more peace agreements include provisions that relate to the specific needs of women and girls, including supporting their human rights, as the 2016 report (S/2016/822) of the Secretary-General on women and peace and security highlights. The Network supports the Secretary- General's call that initiatives to promote women's participation and inclusive consultations should become standard practice in the mediation ofpeace agreements.”
2016-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7793 (2016) · source
“First of all, I would like to thank the Russian Federation for convening this important and timely meeting. I have the honour of speaking on behalf of the members of the Human Security Network, a cross- regional network made up of Austria, Chile, Costa Rica, Greece, Ireland, Jordan, Mali, Norway, Panama, Switzerland, Thailand, South Africa as an observer State and my own country, Slovenia. The Human Security Network is an informal group of States that promotes the integration of a human security approach into policies and programmes at international, regional and national levels. We welcome this important and timely debate. One year ago here in the Chamber we reaffirmed commitments to further realize the women and peace and security agenda (see S/PV.7533).”
2016-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7793 (2016) · source
“In conclusion, as an active country in the field of arms control, disarmament and non-proliferation, Slovenia hosted the twelfth annual NATO WMD conference last May. The emerging threat of the acquisition, production and use of WMDs was also among the discussed topics, and we believe that the conference contributed in a meaningful way to our mutual endeavours and efforts to fight the peril posed by non-State actors, including terrorists.”
2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source
“I would also add to those other very important international instruments in this area, such as the Proliferation Security Initiative, the International Code of Conduct against Ballistic Missile Proliferation, international export control regimes and the Global Initiative to Combat Nuclear Terrorism, which this year marked its tenth anniversary. We should also spare no effort to initiate the fissile material cut- off treaty negotiations as soon as possible. The International Atomic Energy Agency plays a crucial role in finding adequate solutions to nuclear security and in offering technical assistance to those who need it in implementing those solutions. During our upcoming third membership in the Board of Governors for September 2016 to September 2018, Slovenia will constructively engage in the work of the Board.”
2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source
“Slovenia is committed to treaty-based nuclear disarmament and arms control and advocates the universal adherence to and the full implementation of all non-proliferation and disarmament treaties and conventions. Slovenia also firmly believes that the proper way to combat effectively the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction is through the universalization of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, the Chemical Weapons Convention, the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention and the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty.”
2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source
“Resolution 1540 (2004) has become even more important in the today's context, when we bear in mind that the potential acquisition and use of chemical, biological, radiological or nuclear materials by terrorist groups presents a clear threat to international peace and security. Slovenia therefore believes that the international community must stand united against that threat by improving the effectiveness of resolution 1540 (2004) at the 2016 comprehensive review, which can be achieved only through enhanced international cooperation within the United Nations among Member States, different regional and international organizations and civil society, academia, and national Parliaments.”
2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source
“In order to neutralize those threats, there should be ongoing and relentless engagement by the relevant national structures in the area of security, while also effectively addressing safety issues. Slovenia is fully committed to the resolution 1540 (2004) and has joined the Group of Friends of resolution 1540 (2004). We regularly report on the implementation ofresolution 1540 (2004). So far, we have provided three national reports. As we carry out the comprehensive review of resolution 1540 (2004) this year, we are preparing the next review of our own national report. We stand ready to contribute to a successful outcome of this year's comprehensive review - which is being led by Spain, which we congratulate for its excellent work - with the aim that it will deliver positive and tangible results.”
2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source
“Ijoin the previous speakers in welcoming the decision of Malaysia organize this important and timely debate on challenges in addressing the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMDs). Slovenia aligns itself with statement made earlier on behalf of the European Union. Allow me to make some additional comments in my national capacity. Resolution 1540 (2004) remains one of the most important instruments of the international non-proliferation architecture. Let me express the firm determination of the Government of Slovenia to support the efforts of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004) to strengthen global capacity to prevent, detect and respond to WMD terrorism.”
2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source
“The only effective way to combat extremist ideology is with counter-ideology - namely, education and intercultural dialogue. Recognizing this, the Slovenia- based Euro-Mediterranean University established the Centre for Arab, Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies in June 2015. The Centre aims to capitalize on cooperation on science and culture in order to build trust and promote intercultural and interfaith understanding among European and Arab Muslim countries. Young people are especially susceptible to radicalization. We need to look for positive alternatives for the young, especially through education, jobs and their active involvement in political processes. In this regard, let me underline the importance of the recent efforts of UNESCO to step up its action to prevent violent extremism.”
2016-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7690 (2016) · source
“Slovenia supports the strong regional focus in the Plan of Action. The Slovenian-led Western Balkan Counter-Terrorism initiative was endorsed by the Council of the European Union in December 2015. The purpose of the initiative is to set up an integrative and complementary approach of all international partners involved in counter-terrorism activities in the region that prevents duplication and overlapping, creates synergies and enhances the efficiency of a joint response. We hope that this model can contribute to efforts in other regions as well. The early detection and prevention of radicalization must remain the focus of our attention. In January 2016, Slovenia launched a project for the first-line practitioners dealing with radicalization issues, focused on awareness-raising and encouraging capacity-building in the Western Balkans.”
2016-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7690 (2016) · source
“We have to make efficient use of the upcoming General Assembly review of the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy and build on the Plan of Action to Prevent Violent Extremism presented by the Secretary-General (A/70/674). The concept of human security stands for a comprehensive approach to security that broadly encompasses the security of people and communities from violence, freedom from fear, freedom from want, and their right to live in dignity, which contributes to the elimination of violent extremism. As a people-centred and multisectorial approach, human security could lead to the implementation of an all-of-United Nations approach - one of the recommendations in the Secretary-General's Plan of Action to Prevent Violent Extremism. Slovenia will assume the chairmanship of the Human Security Network in June.”
2016-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7690 (2016) · source
“Let me start by thanking Egypt for organizing today's timely debate and the Deputy Secretary-General and the other two briefers for their presentations. We also welcome the adoption of presidential statement S/PRST/2016/6 this morning. Slovenia aligns itself with the statement made by the observer of the European Union. Slovenia condemns terrorism in all its forms, since terrorism is a direct attack on the values of democracy, human rights, tolerance, solidarity, humanity and peace. We must strengthen our efforts in addressing conditions conducive to and the root causes of radicalization and violent extremism, which lead to terrorism. In this regard, the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (General Assembly resolution 70/1) is crucial.”
2016-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7690 (2016) · source
“United Nations peacekeepers should be role models in preventing and addressing sexual violence and abuse - and should not be the perpetrators of sexual abuse - and should respect the United Nations zero-tolerance policy for all forms of sexual exploitation and abuse. In conclusion, I would stress that the continuous support and engagement of the Council is crucial for the protection of civilians on the ground.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“As these operations play a central role in protecting civilians, it is essential that the Council consider providing all peacekeeping missions with such mandates, with special emphasis given to the protection of the most vulnerable, such as children, the elderly and the disabled. Women are important players in the protection of civilians. Their equal and full participation is of vital importance in conflict prevention, peacekeeping, conflict resolution, peacebuilding and post-conflict recovery. Their involvement is crucial if we are to find the best solutions for lessening the burden of civilians in conflict situations. To mitigate the harm on civilians, special attention must also be given to prevent and address sexual violence in conflict and the role of peace operations in this regard.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“The World Humanitarian Summit later this year will be a historic opportunity to build a truly global partnership among all actors within and beyond the existing humanitarian system so as to prevent and end human suffering and address the root causes of crises. In the past few years, situation-specific resolutions adopted by the Security Council have increasingly called for protection to be made a priority in the implementation of peacekeeping mandates. Currently, 10 out of 16 United Nations peace operations have the protection of civilians at the core of their mandates.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“I would also like to say that Slovenia aligns itself with the statement made by the observer of the European Union a few minutes ago. Civilians continue to account for the majority of casualties in conflicts and are too often deliberate targets by parties to conflict. The tragedy of Madaya is a stark reminder that civilians are not only affected by bullets and bombs, but also by other conflict-induced suffering. Safeguarding humanitarian access and respect for humanitarian principles needs to remain at the core of our endeavours. The impunity for violations of international humanitarian law can no longer be tolerated. Parties to conflict have to respect their obligations to allow and facilitate rapid and unimpeded humanitarian access.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“The Human Security Network underlines the importance of clear and achievable mandates with sufficient resources and capabilities to fulfil the protection mandate. The Human Security Network supports the recommendation of the High-level Independent Panel on Peace Operations that all peacekeepers deployed are properly trained, equipped and commanded so as to be able to deliver on their responsibilities to protect civilians. The Human Security Network considers it to be of utmost importance that the Security Council remains seized of the question of the protection of civilians in armed conflicts and calls to continue this discussion on a regular basis. I would now like to make some additional remarks in my national capacity.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“We also call for greater efforts to raise awareness of the plight of refugee and internally displaced children and their human rights. Accountability is another key element in the protection of civilians. States must comply with their obligations under international law and hold accountable perpetrators of crimes committed against civilians. The Human Security Network stresses the usefulness of commissions of inquiry and fact-finding missions in investigating and substantiating alleged violations of international law. When States are unwilling or unable to bring perpetrators to justice, a referral to the International Criminal Court is a complementary means to avoid impunity and restore dignity to survivors of atrocities, their families and communities. The Security Council has mandated several peacekeeping missions to protect civilians.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“We unequivocally condemn sexual and gender-based violence and are determined to prevent and address those heinous crimes. At the same time, we recognize that women are not merely victims of armed conflicts but are positive agents of change. Accordingly, resolution 1325 (2000) on women and peace and security, the global study on its implementation, resolution 2242 (XXXX) and other related resolutions should be taken into account when addressing the issue of the protection of civilians. Armed conflicts have a devastating effect on the lives of children. We categorically condemn all forms of violence against children. The international community must do more to protect children's rights during and after armed conflicts and guarantee that they have a safe and secure childhood.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“In the longer run, the political settlement of armed conflicts, coupled with preventive measures to ensure that there is no relapse into conflict, is needed to achieve more sustainable answers to the urgent challenge of the protection of civilians. The Human Security Network recognizes the efforts taken under the Secretary-General's Human Rights Up Front initiative to strengthen the role of the entire United Nations system to better prevent and respond to large-scale violations of human rights and international humanitarian law in a timely and effective manner. We continue to witness the grave abuses and violence, including sexual violence, being perpetrated against civilians, especially women and girls, in conflict and post-conflict settings.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“The regular discussion of this topic is of the utmost importance to the work of the Security Council to better ensure the security and dignity of civilians affected by armed conflicts. The humanitarian situation affecting the people in the Syrian Arab Republic, South Sudan and Yemen, to mention a few, needs an urgent response. Ensuring the respect of all parties to a conflict, including armed groups, for human rights law and international humanitarian law is the first necessary step in enhancing the protection of civilians. States must comply with their obligation to allow and facilitate rapid and unimpeded access of humanitarian relief for civilians in need and freedom of movement of humanitarian personnel.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source