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“How are things proceeding with the joint development of a strategy for the reform of the Liberian police, the benchmarks for the transition and the exit strategy itself?”
2015-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7558 (2015) · source
“To ensure that peacekeeping objectives are fully met, it is important that police-contributing countries pay greater attention to selection, direction, staff training and skills before deployment, as all that is vital to establishing feasible relations between the host nation and United Nations police. Iwould like to address two questions to Mr. Gregory Hinds concerning the United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL). Since UNMIL is carrying out its exit strategy - and Mr. Hinds referred to the need for clarity between the Government and UNMIL in the transition period - will it be possible to ensure that police and law enforcement structures can manage effectively after the withdrawal of UNMIL?”
2015-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7558 (2015) · source
“The role of police women is essential in creating an environment in which victims, including victims of rape or sexual violence, acquire a level of confidence to denounce crimes and report them. In that regard, we welcome the establishment of a project for training and selecting police women and the holding of training courses on gender. In conclusion, the extremely complex scenarios faced by United Nations policing underscores the need to increase the number of police deployed in order to implement United Nations peacekeeping mandates and special political missions in which the protection of civilians is a central feature.”
2015-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7558 (2015) · source
“They also focus on creating a protective environment, which basically involves establishing a relationship of mutual trust with populations living under stressful conditions of insecurity, whose cooperation they need for the establishment of a more secure environment. Moreover, problems related to public order can ignite dangerous security situations, especially for women and children, which calls for special attention to gender issues by ensuring greater integration of women in United Nations policing as well as in national police forces. The presence ofwomen in the United Nations police staffincreases the ability of missions to strengthen trust with communities, especially with women.”
2015-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7558 (2015) · source
“Police components thereby assume even greater relevance, as in many instances they are the first line of contact with local populations and play a crucial role in strengthening local police capacities. In addition to their mandate to protect civilians and provide security, United Nations police contribute to restoring trust between the population and the local police, which usually is shattered in conflict situations. In their core mission of protecting civilians, United Nations police seek to structure their activities around preventing and, if necessary, responding to situations where civilians are under the threat of physical violence.”
2015-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7558 (2015) · source
“Under such circumstances, the police components of peacekeeping operations play a crucial role in assisting host countries, as do the missions themselves in protecting civilian populations through the delivery of police services and in cooperating with, and providing expertise to, local authorities. They are also crucial in supporting security-sector reform and in restructuring, and quite often working to revive, collapsed national police forces and other law-enforcement structures. In some cases, namely, in weaker countries with a devastated social fabric, the rules of engagement of United Nations police also include law-enforcement duties.”
2015-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7558 (2015) · source
“In recent years, the police components of peacekeeping and special political missions have greatly increased in number and scope - a development that illustrates the challenges facing missions and that reflects the changes in the character of conflicts and the growing number of threats, ranging from traditional security problems in cases of insurgencies and civil strife, to combating terrorism and the organized crime associated with it, to the insidious forms of asymmetrical conflicts. A common factor in all of them is that civilians become the main victims, and there has been an impressive toll of civilian casualties associated with egregious violations of their fundamental rights.”
2015-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7558 (2015) · source
“We thank this month's United Kingdom presidency for convening this meeting with the heads of the police components of peacekeeping missions. We also welcome the Under-Secretary- General for Peacekeeping Operations and the Police Commissioners present in the Security Council Chamber today and thank them for their insightful remarks on the important mission entrusted to them.”
2015-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7558 (2015) · source
“We therefore supported the renewal of the EUFOR Althea mandate for an additional period of 12 months, as set out in resolution 2247 (2015), adopted today. To conclude, we commend the work accomplished by the Office of the High Representative in support of peace, security and development in Bosnia and Herzegovina. We are confident of a better future, in the expectation that the leadership of the country will be able to look beyond the divisions of the past by advancing political, social and economic reforms and moving towards a peaceful and prosperous future.”
2015-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7555 (2015) · source
“The reports on the participation of the Bosnia and Herzegovina armed forces in international peace operations and the country's commitment to participate in peacekeeping missions in various countries demonstrates its ability and determination to fully integrate into the international community. The visit paid by His Holiness Pope Francis to the country was of particular relevance. It is our hope that his message of healing and reconciliation will resonate positively in the hearts and minds of the peoples of the region. Finally, we acknowledge the important role played by the European Union military operation in Bosnia and Herzegovina, EUFOR Althea, in supporting the country's efforts and maintaining a safe and secure environment.”
2015-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7555 (2015) · source
“Regarding the positive aspects of the situation, we welcome the entry into force of the Stabilization and Association Agreement between Bosnia and Herzegovina and the European Union leading to the adoption of the Master Plan for Integration into the European Union and the adoption, in July 2015, of the Reform Agenda, including the new Federation Labour Law. It is our hope that these concrete steps will set Bosnia and Herzegovina on the path towards integration into the European Union and contribute to making it a united, sovereign, multi-ethnic, stable, prosperous and developed country.”
2015-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7555 (2015) · source
“We regret that only limited progress was made by the authorities of Bosnia and Herzegovina towards meeting the benchmarks for the closure of the Office of the High Representative, the escalation of verbal attacks and the denial of access to the official information and documentation required for the fulfilment of his mandate. The leaders of Bosnia and Herzegovina, in particular the leaders of Republika Srpska, must cooperate fully with the High Representative and abide by his authority.”
2015-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7555 (2015) · source
“The decisions and subsequent actions taken and the official statements made by the Republika Srpska authorities constitute a violation of the General Framework Agreement for Peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina and a threat to the sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence of Bosnia and Herzegovina pursuant to the General Framework Peace Agreement. We call on the political leaders of Bosnia and Herzegovina to refrain from the use of divisive rhetoric and to make efforts to advance national reconciliation and the integration of all ethnic communities. Security incidents such as the one that took place during the period under review have the potential to negatively impact the overall political situation in the country and become a serious challenge to the implementation of the Peace Agreement.”
2015-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7555 (2015) · source
“However, we are particularly concerned at the decision taken by the Republika Srpska National Assembly to hold a referendum on jurisdiction and on the High Representative's authority. Also of concern is the threat by the Republika Srpska ruling party to hold an independence referendum in 2018 if certain demands of the entity are not met, as well as statements by several high officials calling for the secession and dissolution of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Those acts undermine the cohesion of that multi-ethnic society and hinder national reconciliation.”
2015-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7555 (2015) · source
“We are grateful to the High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mr. Valentin Inzko, for presenting the forty-eighth report on the implementation of the General Framework Agreement for Peace on Bosnia and Herzegovina (S/2015/84l, annex). The High Representative referred to the remarkable progress achieved during the first 10 years of the implementation of the Agreement. However, according to the report presented today, the initial impetus has waned, and the challenges facing the country seem enormous indeed. Angola reaffirms its strong support for the unity, territorial integrity and sovereignty of Bosnia and Herzegovina and for the General Framework Agreement.”
2015-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7555 (2015) · source
“We therefore reiterate our support for the efforts of the United Nations and the international community to continue to work with Libyan parties to reach a political settlement to the conflict. We urge them to respect the political agreement announced on 8 October by Special Representative of the Secretary-General Bernardino Leon, based on the conviction that Libya's ability to face the challenges of the future and build a peaceful society will ultimately depend upon political stability and State institutions based on the rule of law.”
2015-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7549 (2015) · source
“However, it is obvious that in Libya there are no conditions to apply due process and fair trials. Information provided by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights that detention facilities are illegally operated by various factions to the conflict is a matter ofthe utmost concern. The fact that thousands of people, including foreign citizens and children under 18, have been detained and exposed to ill-treatment, torture and sexual and gender- based violence - and, in the case of foreign detainees, subject to extortion in exchange for freedom - reveals the chaotic state of affairs of the Libyan justice system. We believe that only peace and stability will allow Libya to have a normal system ofjustice and efficient judicial institutions.”
2015-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7549 (2015) · source
“The current political and security environment in Libya, marked by an institutional crisis and escalating violence, has impeded cooperation and the necessary assistance to the Court and to the Prosecutor's Office within the framework ofresolution 1970 (2011). Extremist terrorist groups joined by foreign terrorist fighters, political and military factions and militias have created mayhem in the country. They attack civilians indiscriminately and commit egregious crimes such as abductions and mass executions. Against a backdrop of lawlessness and chaos, the conditions do not exist to investigate and prosecute the perpetrators of such atrocity crimes, which the Statute of the International Criminal Court specifies as the primary responsibility of national authorities.”
2015-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7549 (2015) · source
“1 would like to begin by wishing you, Mr. President, and the delegation of the United Kingdom success in your presidency of the Security Council. We also congratulate the Spanish delegation for their excellent work during their presidency in October. We thank Ms. Fatou Bensouda, Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, for her briefing on the tenth report submitted according to the provisions of resolution 1970 (2011). Four months have passed since the previous report and debate of the Security Council on this issue. The report just presented reveals very little progress in the implementation of the memorandum of understanding, which is an important requirement for judicial cooperation between the Office of the Prosecutor and the Libyan authorities.”
2015-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7549 (2015) · source
“Finally, we are ready to consider the draft statement that France will submit to the Council, in the expectation that it will have some effect on the situation on the ground.”
2015-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7536 (2015) · source
“At this time, it is especially important for religious and community leaders to increase their interaction with a view to promoting peace and reconciliation. The main responsibility of the Security Council should be to set a course to revive the peace process, and strive to adopt a resolution that sets parameters for negotiations and a framework for a final status agreement. It is imperative that we reinvigorate the peace process in order to end the occupation and achieve a just and lasting solution on the basis of two States living side by side in peace and security, a quest, which, unfortunately, with the accomplished facts on the ground and the expanding settlements, seems increasingly to be mere rhetoric.”
2015-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7536 (2015) · source
“The current violence is deplorable. We urge all involved to avoid such actions, which merely serve the purposes of extremist elements on both sides. At yesterday's press conference, Israeli Prime Minister Netyanahu stated his readiness to engage in negotiations without preconditions. It is our hope that such negotiations will take place and that their basis will be just and acceptable to the Palestinian leadership. Recent developments in the Middle East are a cause for great concern. If the surge in violence between Israelis and Palestinians gets worse, the ramifications could be disastrous for the whole region. We strongly appeal to both sides to disown the extremist elements within their ranks and to reinforce political dialogue.”
2015-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7536 (2015) · source
“We thank Jordan for convening this meeting and the Assistant Secretary- General for his briefing on the situation in Israel and Palestine. In the open debate to take place here next week, we will address at length the Israeli-Palestinian issue. Today we want to highlight our extreme alarm at the escalating situation and loss of civilian life in Israel and in the occupied Palestinian territories, including the actions by extremists at religious sites in Jerusalem. We believe that the current state of affairs is due to the Palestinian people's hopelessness and despair for the historic injustice imposed upon them, as well as to the Israeli Government and settlers' harsh and unacceptable actions and the international community's failure to make any meaningful contribution to a peaceful solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.”
2015-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7536 (2015) · source
“Each State and each international or regional organization has a role to play in advancing the role of women in the interest of peace and security. But the Security Council must also fulfil the role it has taken on in adopting this historic resolution 15 years ago. It must show political will and courage. We hope that the new resolution, of which Luxembourg is one of the sponsors, can contribute to that outcome, in particular through the creation of the informal group of experts that will assist the Council to integrate more systematically the questions of women and peace and security in its work. The call to action we are launching today can succeed only if we are all willing to hear the appeal and if everyone is ready to act.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“We also support the team of experts on the rule of law and issues related to sexual violence in times of conflict with a view to strengthening the capacity of national stakeholders in the rule of law and justice. Indeed, the fight against impunity is essential: there can be no peace without the restoration of justice. In this regard, I would like to reiterate the full support of my country for the International Criminal Court, which, since its creation, has strengthened the fight against impunity. Luxembourg is and will remain a strong and reliable partner of UN-Women, to which it is one of the top 20 contributors. In addition, we will maintain our high level of financial contribution in the area of gender mainstreaming in the budgets of United Nations agencies.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“Since 2010, Luxembourg has supported a project of the Department of Peacekeeping Operations designed to strengthen the role of women in peacekeeping and peacebuilding, in close consultation with national authorities and civil society organizations. In this regard, I would like to thank the women's organizations of civil society for their commitment, without which it would not be possible to make progress on the women and peace and security agenda. We support the partnership between Justice Rapid Response, UN-Women and the Institute for International Criminal Investigations, which allows experts to be deployed to investigate and provide assistance to victims.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“Luxembourg fully supports the statement of the European Union and will contribute to the implementation of the European commitments made at this meeting. During its recent term on the Security Council, Luxembourg made the women and peace and security agenda one of its priorities. I would like to reiterate our commitment to the cause of women in times of conflict and in times of peace. The importance of role of women in the development of their countries is no longer in doubt. Luxembourg is also pursuing a strategy of taking into account the conditions, priorities and needs of women as part of our official development assistance, which amounts to 1 per cent of our gross national income. We are convinced of the value of the contribution of women in peacebuilding efforts.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“Ms. Lucas (Luxembourg) (spoke in French): Today we celebrate the fifteenth anniversary of a resolution whose legacy has been of incredible richness. Resolution 1325 (2000) was the response ofthe Security Council to a decade of unprecedented violations and violence against women. But resolution 1325 (2000) was also the starting point of many developments both normative and operational. This dual orientation is at the heart of resolution 1325 (2000): it aims not only at protecting women in times of conflict, but also at enabling them to fulfil their role as agents of change. We welcome the adoption of resolution 2242 (2015) and the presentation to be made tomorrow on the global study on the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000), which Luxembourg financially supported.”
2015-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7533 (2015) · source
“We are eager to witness in January and February 2016 the empowerment of a new Parliament and a new President and the establishment of an enabling environment for the socioeconomic development of Haiti, which are decisive indicators of the performance and success of MINUSTAH after 11 years in the country.”
2015-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7530 (2015) · source
“Such an extension will, with the wider support of the international community, ensure a peaceful political transition through transparent, inclusive and credible elections, which are vital factors for the consolidation of democracy and peace in Haiti. In addition, the presence of MINUSTAH for yet another year would consolidate the successes achieved in key areas of governance, such as the ability of municipal authorities to implement administrative and financial procedures; recruit, train and certify key personnel; and develop and standardize tools and procedures for financial management and transparency. Finally, the extension of MINUSTAH's mandate would ensure a climate of stability, encourage foreign direct investment and, after several decades of stagnation, allow the national economy to finally grow.”
2015-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7530 (2015) · source
“Recent United Nations awareness and advocacy initiatives have been encouraging, since concerted efforts and consistent funding may reduce the incidence of the epidemic. Similarly, we commend the technical assistance provided by the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, as well as the joint work of MINUSTAH, the United Nations Development Programme and the Ministry of Health of Haiti in order to improve the conditions of the Haitian people. We fully acknowledge the important role MINUSTAH has been playing in Haiti since its deployment in 2004. In order to keep the positive momentum and gains achieved in recent years, we support the Secretary-General's recommendation for the extension of the MINUSTAH mandate until 15 October 2016 at the current strength in military personnel and a review of the Mission's mandate.”
2015-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7530 (2015) · source
“We recognize the support of the international community in ensuring that both countries resume dialogue and take advantage of the current encouraging situation to improve the management of their common borders and strengthen cooperation in order to create new opportunities for their citizens. In that context, we commend the role of the Organization of American States for expeditiously deploying a fact- finding mission. We look forward to its outcomes and recommendations. Despite the efforts of the Haitian Government to improve the living conditions of its citizens, we regret the reduction of funds limiting the capacity of the United Nations system and its partners to respond adequately to development challenges facing the country, including the cholera epidemic outbreak in 2015 that claimed more than 175 lives.”
2015-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7530 (2015) · source
“The mandate for the renewal ofJustice Council members; the appointment key administrative staff, as well as to the administrative Department of Correction Services; and the completion of the project to assess the performance of Judges, as reflected in the Secretary-General's report, are positive developments in the enforcement of the rule of law and in the improvement of human rights in the country. Concerning humanitarian development issues, we are closely following the bilateral efforts between Haiti and the Dominican Republic regarding the repatriation of Haitian refugees.”
2015-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7530 (2015) · source
“We note with satisfaction the work of MINUSTAH and the Haitian National Police, including their joint exercises, the creation of a new rapid intervention force with a capacity to intervene throughout the country, and the elimination of buffer zones between communities formerly controlled by criminal gangs. This effective cooperation was crucial to the establishment of a security climate conducive to the holding of elections, while reducing the overall violence in the country.”
2015-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7530 (2015) · source
“We recognize and appreciate the excellent work accomplished by the provisions of the Provisional Electoral Council and by the national and international observers, which, according to the Secretary-General's report, progressively gained greater credibility by demonstrating throughout the electoral process their ability to comply with the electoral calendar despite tight deadlines. Notwithstanding the occurrence of some incidents, we are persuaded that the electoral outcome created a climate conducive to the holding of a second round, to take place on 25 October, and later to the municipal and presidential elections.”
2015-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7530 (2015) · source
“The latest report of the Secretary-General on MINUSTAH (S/2015/667) and President Michel Joseph Martelly's address to the General Assembly at its current session (see A/70/PV.22) instils in us a high degree of confidence in the prospects of consolidating democracy, the rule of law and development in Haiti. Such confidence has been reflected in recent political developments, particularly the success in the first round of parliamentary elections, held in August, and the climate of stability that the country currently enjoys.”
2015-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7530 (2015) · source
“Mr. Lucas (Angola) (spoke in Spanish): We wish you and the Spanish delegation every success, Mr. President, in presiding over the Security Council this month. You can rely on our full cooperation. (spoke in English) We congratulate the Russian delegation on its successful presidency of the Security Council in the month of September. We are grateful to Ms. Sandra Honore for her briefing on the situation in Haiti. We wish to relay our heartfelt condolences to the family of Lieutenant General Jose' Luiz Jaborandy, Jr., former Force Commander of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH). We extend our condolences to all United Nations military contingents and civilian personnel who benefited from his leadership. We echo the words of the Secretary- General in recognizing his leadership and dedication to peace in Haiti.”
2015-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7530 (2015) · source
“It is also imperative that the international community keep to its commitment to Afghanistan by continuing to assist it in laying the foundations for a better and more prosperous future.”
2015-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7526 (2015) · source
“Finally, we would like to pay tribute to the efforts of the Special Electoral Reform Commission in presenting an initial package of recommendations to President Ghani and Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah. We encourage the Commission to continue its work to ensure a transparent and inclusive commitment on the part of all parties involved to moving forward with the aim of restoring the confidence of the Afghan people in their institutions. In conclusion, despite the remarkable progress that the Afghan people have made in recent years, the challenges they face are immense, and they must work to reach new levels of cooperation and understanding if the country is to succeed in overcoming its bloody and painful past.”
2015-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7526 (2015) · source
“The information from the Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime - on the fact that last year Afghanistan accounted for an estimated 85 per cent of global opium production and 70 per cent of global heroin production, that the export value of those drugs accounts for some 13 per cent of its gross domestic product and exceeds the value of the export of any legal goods and services, and that illicit drugs are supporting instability, insurgency, corruption and organized crime, weakening State institutions and the country's overall ability to promote peace and good governance - calls for renewed effort on the part of the Government and the international community to address such negative issues in Afghan national life.”
2015-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7526 (2015) · source
“The action plan, based on the Government's pledges for increasing the role of women in society, marks the culmination of a year- long technical process and period of consultation, supported by the United Nations, aimed at establishing a framework that can ensure women's participation in the ongoing peace and reconciliation processes. Another positive development, despite some setbacks, is the continued engagement on critical issues between the Governments of Pakistan and Afghanistan. We hope fervently that the two countries will be able to reinforce mutual trust and redouble their efforts to find common ground on issues of security coordination and support for an Afghan-led peace process. Such a relationship is a critical element in the attainment of stability and peace in the region.”
2015-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7526 (2015) · source
“The expansion of the conflict to the south, south-east and northern parts of the country, along with the ongoing hostilities and difficulty of access to the affected areas, has been a challenge to humanitarian and United Nations personnel trying to provide assistance to people in need and help the country attain greater stability and security. We welcome President Ghani's launch, on 30 June, of Afghanistan's national action plan on Security Council resolution 1325 (2000), on women and peace and security, for 2015 to 2022.”
2015-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7526 (2015) · source
“The report issued by UNAMA in August on the protection of civilians in armed conflict for the period from January to June of this year cites a figure of almost 5,000 civilian casualties, mainly victims of improvised explosive devices, suicide attacks and targeted killings. We reiterate our condemnation of any violence against civilians and call on all parties to refrain from such criminal actions. We are also concerned about the conflict between the Government forces and rebels linked to international terrorist networks, which is producing significant displacement of the population. The clashes in eastern Afghanistan between the Taliban and other groups loyal to the Islamic State, both because of the resulting huge displacement of people and for their security implications, are also matters of great concern.”
2015-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7526 (2015) · source
“The direct negotiations between representatives of the Afghan Government and the Taliban are encouraging steps towards an inclusive dialogue, in spite of the terrorist attacks that have occurred in the wake of the appointment of a new Taliban leader. We strongly encourage the parties to resume direct negotiations in a constructive way, with a view to reaching a permanent peace settlement. Despite the political progress described in the Secretary-General's report (S/20l5/684), the armed conflict has grown in intensity and scope, resulting in a significant number of casualties and the increased displacement ofcivilians.”
2015-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7526 (2015) · source
“In that regard, we support the review of the role, structure and activities of all United Nations agencies, the international donor community and UNAMA and its improved alignment of work and structure. This debate provides the Security Council once again with an opportunity to assess the situation in the country and take stock of recent developments. We note with some hope that during the past three months, despite difficulties, the Government ofAfghanistan has pursued efforts to handle its increasing political, economic and security challenges. That is a positive sign of the National Unity Government's commitment to peace and national reconciliation.”
2015-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7526 (2015) · source
“We thank Special Representative Nicholas Haysom for presenting the Secretary-General's report (S/2015/684) on the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). We also thank Mr. Yury Fedotov, Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, for his briefing, and the Ambassador of Afghanistan, for taking part in this debate. We wish Ambassador Tanin every success in his new assignment and all the best to his country. We commend the work of UNAMA in helping Afghanistan to turn the page on its turbulent past and to open a new chapter in the country's life - one that we hope will bring reconciliation, peace and progress.”
2015-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7526 (2015) · source
“Now, during the transitional period, we urge the Government of Iran to undertake specific actions, stipulated in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, and comply with its provisions in order to expedite the casing of the sanctions imposed by the Security Council. Finally, we remain committed to the measures imposed by the relevant Security Council resolutions on these issues towards implementation, taking into account the exemptions provided for in resolution 2231 (2015).”
2015-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7522 (2015) · source
“We thank the Permanent Representative of Spain, Ambassador Roman Oyarzun Marchesi, for the presentation of the revised 90- day report of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006). We commend and support the work of the Committee and the Panel of Experts on an issue to which the international community attributes fundamental importance. We are pleased about the adoption by the Security Council, on 20 July, ofresolution 2231 (2015) endorsing the recently concluded Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, which was the first success of diplomacy in the Middle East region in decades and is a landmark towards a comprehensive and long-lasting solution to the Iranian nuclear issue.”
2015-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7522 (2015) · source
“We also support a multilateral regional programme that helps Pacific small island developing States to develop renewable energy and adapt to climate change. Luxembourg, as a small State itself, will remain in solidarity with small island developing States.”
2015-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7499 (2015) · source
“In our view, it would be useful in this context for the Secretary- General to report to the Council on the multiplication of threats to small island developing States in particular. Security and development are intrinsically linked. In contributing to the security and progress of small island developing States, Luxembourg is strongly committed to their cause. In that regard, we support Cabo Verde, one of Luxembourg's main cooperation partners in the social sectors and in the field ofrenewable energy. Luxembourg has supported the fight against piracy off the coast of Somalia by deploying maritime patrol aircraft based in Seychelles. We have made our expertise in the field of satellite communications available to States in the Caribbean region in order to strengthen their capacity to respond to natural disasters.”
2015-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7499 (2015) · source