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“I have the honour to speak on behalf of the members of the Human Security Network, a cross-regional network composed of several States, including Austria, Chile, Costa Rica, Greece, Ireland, Jordan, Mali, Norway, Panama, Switzerland, Thailand, South Africa as an observer State, and my own country, Slovenia. For the sake of time, I will deliver a shorter of my statement. A full version will be available on our website. I would like to start by thanking the delegation of Uruguay for convening today's open debate. I would also like to thank the Deputy Secretary-General, the Vice-President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, and the representative of Oxfam for their briefings. Civilians continue to account for the majority of casualties in armed conflicts.”
2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source
“Women can and should play an important part in all aspects of the peace and security agenda, including in conflict prevention. The promotion and protection of human rights represent an important element in preventing conflict and promoting development. Human rights violations and abuses present one of the early signs for the need to action. In particular, we must pay special attention to the situation of women and vulnerable groups.”
2015-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7561 (2015) · source
“But as conflicts are becoming ever more complex, we have to increase our cooperation with regional, subregional and other organizations. Cooperation between security and development actors, together with national Governments, must be established early enough in the peacebuilding process and maintained during conflict-prevention efforts so as to effectively address the root causes of conflicts. If conflict prevention is to succeed, we need to recognize potential threats to international peace and security as early as possible, and we need to ensure effective, collective action. In that regard, we welcome the Human Rights Up Front initiative as a new tool aimed at ensuring that the United Nations system takes effective action to prevent large-scale violations of human rights or international humanitarian law.”
2015-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7561 (2015) · source
“Policies addressing that issue will require close cooperation on the part of the whole international community, and should incorporate a human rights- based approach. Cooperation between the countries of destination, origin and transit must be strengthened. Slovenia is committed to the peaceful resolution of conflicts. We believe that we should resort to diplomacy, mediation and conflict prevention wherever possible. To do so, we need to strengthen the conflict-prevention capabilities of the Organization, and, in particular, make greater and more effective use of Chapter VI of the Charter of the United Nations on the peaceful settlement of disputes. Within the United Nations, peacebuilding and peacekeeping are only two of the many tools available, and they should complement each other.”
2015-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7561 (2015) · source
“The key drivers ofinstability include a wide range of factors, some of which are political, economic, social and environmental. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development can be considered to be one of the tools available for fostering and strengthening cooperation between security and development actors. Recent developments have demonstrated the severity of security challenges worldwide. A global humanitarian and refugee crisis of this magnitude has not been seen for the past seven decades. The crisis in the Middle East persists, and humanitarian assistance alone cannot solve the security challenges, which require political solutions and efforts to tackle their root causes. In the past several weeks, Slovenia has been confronted with an immense refugee and migrant flow.”
2015-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7561 (2015) · source
“Conflicts, violence and fragility have significant and long-term consequences for sustainable development. Without peace, efforts aimed at eradicating poverty cannot yield the expected sustainable results, and, to achieve the latter, serious actions oriented to long-term goals are needed to tackle the root causes.. The recently adopted 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (General Assembly resolution 70/1) recognizes a strong connection and interdependence between peace and security, human rights and development and gives special attention to countries most in need, including countries in conflict and post-conflict situations. At its core is a multidimensional approach to development. That is vital, especially given that the nature of conflicts has significantly changed.”
2015-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7561 (2015) · source
“I would like to thank the United Kingdom presidency for organizing this debate. At the outset, I would like to express my deepest condolences and sympathy to the French people and the families of the innocent victims in last Friday's terrorist attack in Paris. That was a heinous attack, and we strongly condemn it. We support the French Government in its efforts to bring all those who were involved in planning and executing the attack to justice. Those attacks, which are the latest in a horrible series, demand a larger, coordinated response on the part of the international community, in the spirit of solidarity. Slovenia is committed to a joint effort with the international community in combating terrorism and will contribute, to the best of its ability, to ensuring international and European security, as well as its own.”
2015-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7561 (2015) · source
“The adoption of a new resolution today is an important step in that direction, and for that reason, Slovenia was proud to join other Member States in co-sponsoring it.”
2015-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7466 (2015) · source
“Ten years ago, the Security Council adopted that landmark resolution, 1612 (2005), which established the monitoring and reporting mechanism and the Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict. Slovenia has always paid particular attention to the plight of children affected by armed conflict, especially their physical and psychosocial rehabilitation. In 2014 and 2015, we have supported projects focusing on the rehabilitation of children from Ukraine, Belarus and Palestine, implemented by the International Trust Fund Enhancing Human Security, which is based in Slovenia. Finally, let me use this opportunity to encourage the Security Council to continue to address the issue of children and armed conflict and to seek the most effective means to improve their situation.”
2015-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7466 (2015) · source
“In the 10 years since the adoption of resolution 1612 (2005), the normative framework on children and armed conflict has been set, and efforts to transform this framework into actions by the Council have been addressed. We now need to translate Council decisions into concrete actions on the ground. We agree with the Secretary-General's report on the need to address the lack of accountability and the issue of impunity that accompanies it, and we therefore welcome the inclusion of the call to fight impunity in resolution 2225 (2015), adopted today. Perpetrators of such violations must be held accountable in order to prove that crimes committed against children in conflict are inadmissible.”
2015-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7466 (2015) · source
“On the other hand, we would like to take note with appreciation ofthe progress made in 2014 towards ending and preventing the recruitment and the use of children by armed forces and groups. We note with appreciation the progress this Council has made in including issues of children and armed conflict in country-specific resolutions, presidential statements, sanctions regimes and mandates of relevant peacekeeping and political missions, in the work of the Security Council Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict, and in briefings to the Council by relevant United Nations stakeholders. However, there is a gap in the implementation of the Council's decisions on the ground.”
2015-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7466 (2015) · source
“Those issues were discussed at the conference Rights for Peace: Challenges and Opportunities, organized by Slovenia earlier this year. Slovenia therefore welcomes the Security Council's decision in resolution 2225 (2015) to add abductions as a trigger for listing parties in the annexes of the Secretary-General's annual report. We would also like to reiterate our concern regarding the increased number of attacks and the military use of schools in 2014, such as the attacks by the Taliban in Afghanistan and Pakistan and by Boko Haram in Nigeria. In that regard, we would like to recall resolution 2134 (2014) and call on all parties to the conflict to respect the civilian character of schools in accordance of international humanitarian law.”
2015-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7466 (2015) · source
“My delegation has been very concerned about the increased prevalence of mass abductions in 2014, particularly those by extremist groups. Abductions by the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant and by Daesh in Syria and Iraq and by Boko Haram in Nigeria and neighbouring States are just examples of the most striking cases. Abductions have long-term consequences, not only for the abducted children and their families, but for communities. Sometimes, as outlined in the Secretary-General's latest annual report on children and armed conflict (S/2015/409), such acts also impact national and international peace and security. In addition, abductions may trigger the recruitment, mobilization and indoctrination of children and can be seen as an early warning signs for mass atrocities.”
2015-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7466 (2015) · source
“I first wish to thank Malaysia for organizing this timely high-level debate and to thank Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and other speakers for their briefings. Slovenia aligns itself with the statement made earlier today on behalf of the European Union. Slovenia shares the concerns expressed by many other delegations that 2014 was the worst year for the tens of millions of children affected by conflicts around the world and deplores all grave violations committed against them. Children should not be recruited as soldiers, used as suicide bombers, trafficked or sold for use in hostilities, forcibly married, raped or used as sex slaves. They should not serve as deliberate targets of killing or maiming, including as a consequence of unexploded remnants or landmines.”
2015-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7466 (2015) · source
“In conclusion, I would like to emphasize that we condemn the violence against journalists and media workers, whether or not they are in conflict situations, since it has serious repercussions on the freedom of expression and on human rights in general. There should be zero tolerance for any form of violence against journalists. Worrisome trends call for the continued attention of the Security Council. The adoption of resolution 2222 (2015) today is an important step in that direction, and it is also for that reason that Slovenia co-sponsored the resolution.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“When addressing the safety ofjournalists a gender-based approach is necessary in order to address the situation of women journalists, who are at greater risk of becoming victims of sexual violence, which is often used as a weapon of war in conflict zones. Let me reiterate that the Security Council is not alone in dealing with these issues, as various United Nations bodies have adopted resolutions on the safety ofjournalists. The General Assembly also affirmed the need to end impunity for crimes against journalists, by declaring 2 November as the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“We should do our utmost to close the impunity gap, as lack of accountability only leads to further violence against journalists, creates a culture of fear and conditions conducive to other systemic abnormalities, and hinders post-conflict rebuilding, the rule of law and long-term peace and stability. We cannot afford to let terrorist- and non- State actor- controlled zones become blackholes of information. We have to acknowledge the courageous choices of journalists, media workers and associated personnel in going to war zones to report on atrocities and the suffering of innocent civilians, even at the risk of their own lives.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“We therefore welcome the ongoing efforts to document evidence of atrocities committed by members of ISIS, as well as efforts made by the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) to investigate the possibility of exercising personal jurisdiction over atrocities committed by ISIS. The fight against impunity cannot be won by a single stakeholder. We need greater partnerships and cooperation to achieve the desired end, including by the Security Council - the only body vested with the authority to refer atrocities to the ICC even when a State is not a party to the Rome Statute.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“It is important to stress that, under international humanitarian law, journalists in armed conflict are classified as civilians and entitled to the same protection as the civilian population. Their work often puts them at particular risk of intimidation, harassment and violence in situations of armed conflict. States bear the primary responsibility for ensuring the protection of journalists on the territory under their jurisdiction, including by investigating any attacks against them. Yet, in most cases, the perpetrators of crimes against journalists, media workers and associated personnel escape justice and no one is held accountable. Such realities are worrisome and must be addressed. When States are unwilling or unable to ensure justice themselves, victims rely on the possibility of seeking justice outside national forums.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“1 would first like to thank the Lithuania presidency for its initiative to convene this important high-level open debate, as well as the Deputy Secretary-General and the two panellists for their briefings. Slovenia also aligns itself with the statement delivered on behalf of the European Union. Journalism is one of the most influential, but also under-respected and dangerous professions in the world today. Events in recent months, like hostage taking and beheadings of journalists by non-State actors, such as the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS), have shown that, in contemporary conflicts, attacks against journalists are not a side effect, but rather a front-line consideration.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“In conclusion, I would like to underline Slovenia's commitment to doing more to prevent the illicit international transfers of small arms and light weapons. I have no doubt that other delegations share our commitment. Now it is time for the Security Council to act and start leading the way forward. It is not a question of what we should do, but rather what should be our priority. What we need is a strong commitment and political will to start working together effectively.”
2015-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7442 (2015) · source
“The first opportunity for such a new approach will be the meeting of the experts of the States participating in the review process of the United Nations Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects, which will take place in a few weeks here in New York. That brings me to the second question. What can the Security Council do to improve the situation? We could not agree more with the proposal in the Secretary- General's report stating that more attention should be paid to the various sanctions regimes and international embargoes adopted by the Security Council and to streamlining them effectively in their implementation. We also support the proposal to widen the mandates of United Nations peacekeeping missions and add small arms-related tasks.”
2015-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7442 (2015) · source
“A universal and fully implemented ATT is the first prerequisite for preventing the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons. Slovenia counts on the three main international producers of small arms and light weapons to accede to the ATT as soon as possible. Internationally, we should also do more to avoid duplication, making use of the synergies among the various existing international processes in the field of small arms and light weapons that take place within the framework of the United Nations Arms Trade Treaty and the United Nations Firearms Protocol.”
2015-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7442 (2015) · source
“States that are in a position to do so should financially support international projects relating to security- sector reform; the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of fighters; and the destruction of small arms and light weapons. We encourage and would like to commend the activities of Conflict Armament Research, a non-governmental organization that is implementing a project called iTrace, with the support of the European Union. Member States should also adopt proper legislation and, above all, ratify the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) and the United Nations Firearms Protocol. The ATT is an important international instrument that we have at our disposal. Unfortunately, only 67 States have become parties to the Treaty. The universalization of the ATT is an important task for our generation.”
2015-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7442 (2015) · source
“In most cases, the arms industry tries to behave as all legitimate businesses do: they try to provide new employment, invest in development and pay taxes. That is especially important in times of social and economic crisis, which we still witness. However, in our view, the sensitization of and constant dialogue with the industry is necessary. Producers need to take their share of the responsibility and adopt so-called knowing-my- customer policies. That is why Slovenia actively supports the inclusion of industry representatives among the participants in the first Conference of States Parties of the Arms Trade Treaty, which is scheduled to take place in late August in Mexico.”
2015-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7442 (2015) · source
“First, what should we, the States Members of the United Nations, do to improve the present, dire situation, and secondly, what should the Security Council and the United Nations do in that regard? The Secretary-General's report rightly outlines our key task, one that we should undertake domestically. We should include national export-control mechanisms and stockpile management, ensure the physical protection of arms and ammunition, notably of surplus stockpiles, and adopt national practices aimed at the systematic marking of small arms and light weapons, which should enable the international tracing of those weapons. In that context, I would mention the particular role that we assign to dialogue with the armaments industry.”
2015-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7442 (2015) · source
“Today, we are aware that the illicit trade in small arms has a wide range of humanitarian and socioeconomic consequences that pose a serious threat to peace, safety, security, stability and sustainable development in the affected societies. In many cases, vulnerable social groups - mainly women, girls and children - suffer disproportionately owing to the attendant acts of armed violence. The main reason for that is the illicit trafficking in and, consequently, the wide availability of small arms and light weapons. The Secretary-General's report also highlights the importance of the recent combined presence of and linkages between transnational organized crime, terrorism and violent extremism. In our view, today's debate should try to answer at least two fundamental questions.”
2015-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7442 (2015) · source
“I join others in thanking Lithuania for organizing this important Security Council meeting. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the Secretary-General and his team for his report (S/2015/289) and the analysis and recommendations contained therein. I would also like to align Slovenia with the statement made by the representative of the European Union and add that we support the early adoption of the draft resolution on the subject of small arms prepared by the Lithuanian presidency. The Secretary-General's report identifies the widespread availability of small arms and light weapons as a key enabler of conflicts around the world.”
2015-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7442 (2015) · source
“That Vicious circle must be stopped. A year after the holding in London of the Global Summit to End Sexual Violence in Conflict, Slovenia will contribute to the agenda on sexual violence in conflict through a special event we are organizing under the title "Ending Sexual Violence in Conflict: One Year after the Summit", within the framework of an international conference, the Bled Strategic Forum, to be held later this year under the auspices of the President of the Republic. I invite all participants in today's debate to join us in Bled.”
2015-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7428 (2015) · source
“Therefore, it is of the utmost importance to promote efforts to eliminate discrimination in law and in practice in peace time, and to promote the participation of women in peace-related processes and activities, and in post-conflict rebuilding. In conclusion, I would like emphasize that sexual violence presents an obstacle to peace and security. It hinders women from participating in peace and democratic processes and in post-conf lict reconstruction and reconciliation. As a tool of war it can become a way of life. Once entrenched in the fabric of society, it lingers long after the ceasefire. Many women lose their health, livelihoods, partners, families and support networks as a result of rape. That in turn can shatter the structures that anchor community values and disrupt their transmission to future generations.”
2015-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7428 (2015) · source
“They should therefore lead the efforts to prevent and end conflict-related sexual violence. At the same time, the international community should assist States in addressing these issues, including by investigating and prosecuting the perpetrators and others responsible for crimes, including United Nations and other peacekeeping personnel. Although women represent the majority of victims in conflict-related sexual violence, this is not only a women's issue. Men and boys are also Victims, particularly in detention. Sexual violence against them is used as a means of humiliation and, very often, as a means of torture. Allow me to draw attention to another finding in the Secretary-General's report. Sexual violence in conflict occurs where there is also systemic discrimination against women.”
2015-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7428 (2015) · source
“In that respect, let me reiterate that all perpetrators should be held accountable, and an end should be put to impunity in order to prevent and deter sexual Violence. The report of the Secretary-General also shows that 2014 was marked by sexual violence in the context of violent extremism. Extremist groups use sexual violence to achieve tactical objectives with the aim of terrorizing communities into compliance, displacing them from strategic areas and generating revenue through trafficking, the slave trade and ransoms. We are also deeply concerned by the increased risk of displaced or refugee women and girls to sexual exploitation, such as human trafficking, and early and forced marriages. States have the the primary responsibility to protect civilians from such crimes.”
2015-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7428 (2015) · source
“Slovenia is deeply concerned by the findings of the latest report of the Secretary-General on conflict- related sexual violence (see S/2015/203). Violations perpetrated by State actors or associated armed groups remain of grave concern, although the majority of incidents of sexual violence are perpetrated by armed non-State actors. Slovenia joins others in condemning grave violations committed against women in armed conflict by armed non-State actors, such as the heinous acts perpetrated by the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant/Daesh in Syria and Iraq, and Boko Haram in Nigeria and neighbouring States, as well as other such non-State actors in Somalia, Mali, Libya and Yemen.”
2015-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7428 (2015) · source
“Allow me to start by thanking Jordan for organizing this important debate, as well as Ms. Bangura, Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict, and Ms. Allamin, from the NGO Working Group on Women, Peace and Security, for their important briefings. Slovenia aligns itself with the statement made by the observer of the European Union. I would like to make additional remarks in my national capacity. Sexual Violence is present in every conflict situation. It is a tactic of war and not just an incidental by-product or collateral damage of a conflict. We should bear in mind that rape and other forms of sexual Violence constitute war crimes and crimes against humanity. Conflict-related sexual violence is also a security issue, not just a humanitarian or human rights issue.”
2015-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7428 (2015) · source
“In that regard, Slovenia aligns itself with the statement delivered by the representative of Austria on behalf of the Group of Friends of the Rule of Law. In conclusion, I believe that we also have to use this year's review processes on the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000), on women and peace and security, and on the peacebuilding architecture and peacekeeping missions to make the United Nations more credible. We have to keep in mind that the United Nations is only as strong and efficient as its Member States allow it to be.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“Prevention and the timely peaceful resolution of potential conflicts are by far the most cost- and resource-efficient means. Slovenia focuses particularly on the issue of mediation. In that regard, it is also important to enhance cooperation between the United Nations and regional organizations and among the regional organizations themselves. When conflicts do occur, however, we need to ensure that people responsible for war crimes, crimes against humanity and gross abuses of human rights are held accountable, regardless oftheir side in the conflict. International criminal justice bodies, including the International Criminal Court, could be of significant help in such cases. The rule of law is one of the key elements for peace, stability and development.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“It is necessary to continue to adapt Council's working methods and regulate the use of the veto in actions aimed at preventing or ending the most heinous acts, such as genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes. In that regard, Slovenia aligns itself with the statement made by the representative of Maldives on behalf of the Accountability, Coherence and Transparency Group. The United Nations Charter and the resolutions of the Security Council and General Assembly should be respected and implemented. With regard to the Security Council, it is important to establish a clear overview of adopted resolutions and the deficiencies in their implementation before devising an action plan on how to overcome the difficulties. The Council and all Member States should make better use of Chapters VI and VIII of the Charter.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“Particular emphasis should be placed on the core principle that each and every country has the responsibility to protect its own population. There should be no excuses whatsoever. The principle of the responsibility to protect does not undermine sovereignty; on the contrary, its implementation can only strengthen sovereignty. We believe that a political division among Member States of the Council and the Council's failure to take action when the lives of people are at stake is unacceptable. That is happening too often and is becoming a great problem. It is high time to fulfil another key commitment of the 2005 World Summit, namely, reforming the Security Council and adapting it to the new realities and circumstances of the international community.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“Slovenia's emphasis on the importance of human rights is also reflected in its active support for the Secretary-General's Human Rights Up Front initiative, which inspired the idea for the conference on the theme Rights for Peace: Challenges and Opportunities, which will take place in Slovenia in September. In 2015, 10 years after the adoption of the World Summit Outcome Document, we should fulfil the commitments of our leaders, notably to uphold the responsibility to protect. We should try not to reduce that responsibility to military intervention alone, but take into account the other pillars as well. Focus should be placed on sharing responsibility among United Nations Member States and trying to help each other, in particular those in need.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“There is no doubt that the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations are still very much valid. However, if we want the United Nations to remain credible today and in future, we have to do better in fulfilling them. We believe that the United Nations and its States Members should do more to promote and protect human rights and to address growing inequalities. Respect for human rights is the basis for peace, stability, development and prosperity, and the Security Council plays a key role in ensuring that every person enjoys their fundamental rights and freedoms.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“I would like to thank the Chinese presidency, especially the Foreign Minister, for convening this open debate. Slovenia aligns itself with the statement made by the observer of the European Union earlier today. The world has gone through profound changes in the past 70 years. We have witnessed the progress of humankind, an increase in the number of sovereign States, the rise of non-State actors, climate change and environmental degradation, inter- and intra-State conflicts,and the complexity of the many global challenges we face today. Addressing those new challenges, which require global action, is increasingly difficult for the international community - or, rather, the United Nations, which, so far, has been unable to entirely adapt to the changing world.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“Conflict prevention is at the core of Slovenia's foreign policy priorities and we pay particular attention to the use of mediation as part of a larger toolbox for preventing and resolving conflicts and achieving sustainable peace. In this context, we believe that no effort should be spared to strengthen conflict prevention and the peaceful resolution of disputes, including by enhancing United Nations mediation efforts and further promoting the use of mediation and capacity-building at the national, regional and international levels. In conclusion, the United Nations must remain the ultimate comprehensive framework for addressing the security-development nexus, and must turn challenges into opportunities. The more inclusive that process becomes, the more balanced and achievable will be the goals that we can realize.”
2015-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7361 (2015) · source
“Recovery and development in post-conflict areas are directly related to the issue of landmines and explosive remnants of war, which hinder post-conflict rehabilitation and reconstruction. This human security approach improves the daily lives of people, their well- being, personal security and environment. Addressing these issues also contributes to arms reduction. The Slovenia-based ITF Enhancing Human Security has broad and longstanding experience in managing projects clearing landmines and explosive remnants of war, assisting mine victims and providing capacity- building. Resolving conflicts and addressing their root causes and their possible spillover effects into other geographical areas will remain among the main challenges to international peace and security over the coming year.”
2015-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7361 (2015) · source
“Human rights violations hinder efforts to achieve peace and security and the subsequent development of the affected community, country or region. The international community has seen many times that a human rights situation can provide credible early-warning signs of underlying conflicts. Respect for human rights is therefore important not only for the prevention of conflicts, but also for durable peace and inclusive sustainable development. I wish to point out the importance of gender equality and the empowerment of women for both inclusive development and durable peace and security. The equal participation of women in all spheres of life represents an advantage that will improve the lives of all, in all areas.”
2015-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7361 (2015) · source
“These are all universal challenges that require joint action. In order to effectively address key drivers of conflict, we also need strong institutions, especially in fragile States, and enhanced mutual trust through cooperation and dialogue. These are fundamental for realizing freedom from fear and violence, freedom from want and the freedom to live in dignity. Another key component of maintaining durable peace and achieving sustainable development is the rule of law. Justice and reconciliation must be among the main focuses and realizing these things by all means necessary, including through international courts and tribunals, should be a common endeavour for all countries. When discussing the interlinkages between development and peace and security, the third pillar of United Nations should not be left behind.”
2015-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7361 (2015) · source
“I also wish to say that Slovenia aligns itself with the statement delivered by the representative of Austria on behalf of the members of the Human Security Network. I would like to make some additional remarks in my national capacity. The interconnectedness ofpeace, good governance, the rule of law and sustainable development is not a new subject. Addressing all of these issues may not fall fully under the responsibility of Security Council, but the results of failing to address them can be seen across the agenda of the Council. We believe that a strong focus must be placed on addressing the socioeconomic inequalities that are major drivers of conflicts and organized crime, generally rising from and nourishing political exclusion, human rights violations, injustice and a culture of violence.”
2015-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7361 (2015) · source
“Allow me to start by thanking Chile for its initiative to convene this meeting at a time when the United Nations will undertake several important review processes and as we negotiate the post-2015 development agenda. I also express my great appreciation to Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon; the Chair of the Peacebuilding Commission, Ambassador Antonio Patriota; and Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Ms. Leymah Gbowee for their comprehensive statements. Slovenia aligns itself with the statement delivered by the observer of the European Union. We would like to recall the requirements for sustainable peace and the notion that the best way to prevent conflicts remains supporting democratic governance, respect for human rights and economic development.”
2015-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7361 (2015) · source
“The main goal is to reduce the amount of such content, in cooperation with police, Internet service providers and other governmental and non-governmental organizations. We believe that similar strategies could also aid in detecting content on radicalization and recruitment.”
2014-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7316 (2014) · source
“These efforts must engage the whole of society and the media, including the Internet, and should not be focused merely to prohibiting or removing illegal Internet content. Positive and carefully focused messages need to be spread widely enough to offer vulnerable users an easily accessible alternative to terrorist or violent extremist propaganda. Those efforts should also include cooperation with the experts from the relevant industries. In the context of voluntary and self-regulatory measures, we should consider creating tools for Internet users to anonymously report Web content related to radicalization, violent extremism and terrorism. In Slovenia, we have already established a so-called hotline Web eye, which enables Internet users to anonymously report hate speech and child sexual abuse images.”
2014-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7316 (2014) · source
“As one of the concrete activities of the initiative, in October Slovenia hosted a Western Balkans counter-radicalization workshop co-organized by the European Union and the United States. Furthermore, we have been doing outreach to the region in the field of policing since 2008, when the secretariat of the Police Cooperation Convention for Southeast Europe established its headquarters in Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. At the operational level, Slovenia is a promoter of a counter-terrorism initiative based on the declaration of members of the initiative for international police cooperation in the field of counter-terrorism. We believe that a broader approach is required to prevent and counter radicalization.”
2014-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7316 (2014) · source