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1. “I would like to reiterate my Government's position that punitive actions and punishment are counterproductive. In conclusion, we express our gratitude to the Council members who sought our views during negotiations. The meeting rose at 10.20 am.”

   2018-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8204 (2018) · source

2. “We therefore welcome the Secretary-General's commitment to strictly enforcing his zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation and abuse. We also welcome the call on UNMISS to contribute to the safe, voluntary and dignified return of internally displaced persons and refugees to their homes so that they may resume their livelihoods. South Sudan has taken steps to address some of the issues outlined in resolution 2406 (2018). There is an ongoing judicial process to address the Terrain Hotel incident in an open and transparent manner. The Government has also taken steps with regard to fees and taxes on non-governmental organizations and humanitarian agencies. It is essential that such efforts be acknowledged as a step in the right direction. The Government further commits to making changes as appropriate and to bettering the relationship.”

   2018-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8204 (2018) · source

3. “Every woman, child and man in South Sudan has been affected by the conflict in one way or another and everyone has a heartfelt story to tell. Therefore, alarming statements and reports of genocide instil fear, panic and despair, causing communities to flee, as witnessed in the aftermath of Adama Dieng's unfounded report. Furthermore, the continuous use of moral equivalence has emboldened other armed groups to act in an irresponsible manner, knowing that there will be collective blame and punishment. It is important to pinpoint who Violates the law and where and when it is done in a timely manner. As we have seen in some cases in South Sudan, internally displaced persons and refugees seeking shelter after displacement have often been exposed to further abuse and their wide-ranging subsistence needs are not met due to various constraints.”

   2018-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8204 (2018) · source

4. “The only solution to the conflict in South Sudan is through a political process in which President Salva Kiir Mayardit has continued to play an active role and made numerous compromises. The situation calls for cooperation as opposed to confrontation and threats of punitive actions, including the imposition of an arms embargo and sanctions. Therefore, we believe that it would be appropriate for UNMISS and the United Nations country team to meet with the relevant authorities in the Government to discuss and develop a strategy on the most constructive way to address the crisis and concurrently use their mutual strategic understanding as a basis for reaching out to the armed opposition. The mischaracterization of the conflict in South Sudan has helped to fuel it. The conflict in South Sudan is political in nature, not ethnic.”

   2018-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8204 (2018) · source

5. “It is one thing to condemn the leadership of the country and another to threaten the imposition of an arms embargo and sanctions, which, as I have repeatedly mentioned to the Council, would lead only to an adversarial relationship and aggravate the situation. It is worth reiterating that representatives of the international community Visited South Sudan in the first place to support the country. Recent developments may indeed undermine the nature and magnitude of that support, but remedies can be found to restore a constructive basis for partnership in the stabilization and development of the country. It would be an ironic double jeopardy to punish a country already suffering from an acute crisis. My country's position is that punitive actions and punishment are counterproductive.”

   2018-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8204 (2018) · source

6. “There is a need to bridge the discrepancy between the primary responsibility of the State and the complementary support of the international community - in this case, UNMISS. Although South Sudan is now violently divided between the Government and the opposition, it is important to remember that the leadership was elected by the people and represents the legitimacy of the Government and the sovereignty of the country. Although it is practical to be connected to both parties and to work on fostering national consensus, the United Nations should work in collaboration with the current Government to address the practical problems facing the country.”

   2018-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8204 (2018) · source

7. “Allow me to express my appreciation for the opportunity to address the members of the Security Council on an issue that is of utmost importance to my country. Despite the differences on some issues and the way in which the mandate is implemented, our continuous support for the renewal of the mandate of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) is a clear indication of our appreciation for the work the Mission does in our country and a recognition of our shared objective of realizing peace in South Sudan. South Sudan therefore welcomes the renewal of the UNMISS mandate until 15 March 2019, during which time the Mission is asked to make several assessments. However, South Sudan would like to raise certain issues. It is unfortunate that the Council chooses to politicize the peacekeeping resolution.”

   2018-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8204 (2018) · source

8. “We also appreciate the efforts under the auspices of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, which culminated in the signing of the 2015 Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan and the recent High-level Revitalization Forum initiative. In conclusion, we hope and trust that there will be greater improvement towards a more effective and constructive dialogue with the Security Council in shaping the vital UNMISS mandate, and with UNMISS in its implementation thereafter.”

   2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8192 (2018) · source

9. “The Transitional Government of National Unity approached the High-level Revitalization Forum in good faith and with the willingness to reach an amicable agreement with all the parties. However, the unrealistic demands made by opposition groups in the previous session of the Forum are unhelpful and seek to push us further from the quest for a sustainable peace agreement. The Transitional Government of National Unity strongly reaffirms its commitment to the peace process and to working with UNMISS and the international community as a whole. South Sudan continues to deeply appreciate the support that the international community provided for our liberation struggle, as well as the goodwill continuously demonstrated by many friendly nations and by the United Nations.”

   2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8192 (2018) · source

10. “The Government has always called for the reinstatement of capacity-building in the UNMISS mandate. We note that the report recommends some form of it, but we disagree with the notion that capacity-building may contribute to the conflict. On the contrary, strengthening institutions such as the police, army and the judiciary by building their capacity in international law, humanitarian law and all other relevant law would help to promote and professionalize the rule of law. In connection with the calls for an adjustment of some elements of the current Regional Protection force mandate, and in the light of the improved security situation in Juba, the Transitional Government of National Unity would like to suggest the deployment of the Regional Protection Force in other areas that are currently experiencing instability.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8192 (2018) · source

11. “It is unfortunate that UNMISS police took advantage of women in a vulnerable situation who were under their protection. We welcome the steps taken by the leadership of UNMISS to withdraw the accused contingent and launch an investigation into the matter. We hope that the investigation will be credible so as to protect the long-standing good reputation of the Blue Helmets. I would like to point out that the Government decided not to sign the declaration of principles during the second phase of the High-level Revitalization Forum, because it was optional. With regard to the constraints faced by UNMISS when patrolling certain areas, the Government would like to suggest joint patrols and assistance in building the capacity of local security personnel, while helping to maintain peace and security in patrol areas.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8192 (2018) · source

12. “We also encourage UNMISS and various humanitarian actors to work in a more coherent manner in order to avoid duplication of effort and to maximize the resources at their disposal. The Transitional Government of National Unity is working to build confidence among the civilian population through initiatives such as a national dialogue, so that people feel safe enough to return to their homes. We should also be mindful of those in protection-of-civilians sites who do not seek shelter because of insecurity, but rather to advance their own political and economic agendas. The Transitional Government of National Unity is deeply concerned and alarmed about the allegations of sexual misconduct perpetrated by UNMISS police in Wau and hopes they are just isolated cases.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8192 (2018) · source

13. “We welcome the readiness of UNMISS to explore lessons learned from the closure of the Melut site and hope that such lessons will soon be applied in the other protection-of-civilian sites. The sites have long been a source of friction between the Government and UNMISS. We therefore welcome UNMISS measures to ensure that sites are weapon-free, among other things, and encourage much more to be done in that respect. The Transitional Government of National Unity stands ready to fully cooperate with UNMISS and various humanitarian actors, through the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and all relevant Government institutions or organs, to ensure that people in need receive the attention they so deserve.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8192 (2018) · source

14. “Development is achieved in a country over time - something that South Sudan did not have because it fell into conflict less than three years into its statehood. Instead of equating South Sudan with other countries whose development evolved over decades, we call upon the international community to view the Transitional Government of National Unity as its partner in order to facilitate meaningful development. The protection-of-civilians sites approach was never designed as a long-term endeavour. It is therefore paramount that a way forward be found. Certain areas enjoy relative calm and stability, and we would therefore encourage the voluntary repatriation of the internally displaced to such areas.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8192 (2018) · source

15. “David Shearer, Special Representative of the Secretary- General, the troop-contributing countries and all the men and women ofthe UNMISS in the civilian, military and police components for their tireless and courageous efforts in executing their mandate. The Transitional Government of National Unity acknowledges that its primary responsibility is to protect its own population. However, it cannot exercise that responsibility while being constrained by voices calling for an armed embargo and sanctions and denying external support to the country. The report acknowledges that South Sudan came into being with extremely limited institutional capacity in all areas of governance and Government services. The situation in South Sudan is not black and white.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8192 (2018) · source

16. “Allow me to congratulate you, Mr. President, for your leadership of the Security Council this month and to acknowledge the role of your predecessor in leading the Council last month. I would also like to thank Ms. Bintou Keita, Assistant Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, and Ambassador Ismail Wais, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Special Envoy for South Sudan, for their briefings. The Transitional Government of National Unity takes note of the special report of the Secretary- General (S/2018/143)on the renewal of the mandate of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and would like to thank Mr. Kevin Kennedy and the entire UNMISS review team for their time and efforts. I would be remiss if I did not thank Mr.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8192 (2018) · source

17. “We thank the men and women in police and military uniform and the civilian components of UNMISS, as well as the humanitarian actors, for their unwavering and tireless efforts in helping the people of South Sudan The Transitional Government of National Unity remains committed to finding peace, stability and prosperity for South Sudan and to working with UNMISS and humanitarian actors. At this critical juncture, when the Transitional Government of National Unity is seeking to bring about peace, reconciliation and healing through the national dialogue, we hope that the Security Council, United Nations and the international community will positively support those efforts, instead of the scepticism, negative messages and threats of sanctions being sent out by some.”

    2017-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7982 (2017) · source

18. “Climate change, which also affects the region, and falling oil prices have had adverse effects on the economic situation and prevented the Government from being able to address the crisis. The Government is working to put measures in place, which include collecting non-oil revenues, reducing expenditures and strengthening the banking and monetary system. The results of those measures cannot be seen overnight. We call on our friends and partners to step in and help the Government avert a crisis. We recognize our shared objective of bringing sustainable and lasting peace, security and stability to our country. The Transitional Government of National Unity is grateful for the efforts and initiatives being exerted by the leaders of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, the African Union and all friends and partners of South Sudan.”

    2017-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7982 (2017) · source

19. “From the side of the Government, I wish to assure the Council that it is fully committed to the unilateral ceasefire. We also call on the Security Council and the international community to discourage the moral equivalence approach, which causes the other stakeholders to take advantage. There is a need to pinpoint exactly who is in violation and when. The general amnesty issued by the Government to those who denounce violence is not intended to obstruct accountability and justice, but to create an environment that would allow people to come back and join the national dialogue. It is the firm belief of the Government that people should be held accountable for their actions following due process. The humanitarian situation in the country continues to be of great concern.”

    2017-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7982 (2017) · source

20. “However, the ceasefire still faces challenges as other stakeholders are yet to declare their own ceasefire. The Sudan People's Liberation Movement in Opposition forces allied to Riek Machar resorted to conducting attacks with the intention to cause instability and to seek attention from the international community. The Transitional Government of National Unity strongly condemns the most recent attack by the former Vice-President's group on a civilian bus being escorted from Nimule to Juba. In order for the unilateral ceasefire to hold, we call upon the Security Council and the international community to ask the other stakeholders to respect the ceasefire so as to allow humanitarian actors to deliver aid to those areas in need.”

    2017-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7982 (2017) · source

21. “UNMISS is in South Sudan at the invitation of the Government and we have every intention to support it. Most of the violations reported are usually at lower levels. We urge UNMISS to coordinate with the Government by immediately reporting incidents of impediments as they happen, so that perpetrators are brought to book. It is in that light that the President issued a decree that gives strict instructions for all roadblocks to be removed and for all field commanders to grant unhindered access to UNMISS and the humanitarian actors. Since the President declared the unilateral ceasefire, there has not been any active and direct confrontation between the Government and rebel groups. The overall security situation in the country is relatively calm.”

    2017-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7982 (2017) · source

22. “In the recent weeks, other armed groups from Yei River state, Raja, the Luo tribe in Wau state and in the greater Jonglei have agreed to put down their weapons and join the national dialogue. There are also positive initiatives being conducted by His Excellency President Museveni of Uganda to reunify the factions of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement and to encourage them to join the national dialogue. We reiterate our commitment to the deployment of the Regional Protection Force. Its deployment will also address the concerns of those stakeholders who would feel a sense of insecurity should they return to the country now. My delegation would like to emphasize that it is not the policy of the Government to hinder the work of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and the humanitarian actors.”

    2017-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7982 (2017) · source

23. “Riek Machar, while the Deputy co-Chair is leading another delegation to Khartoum and Addis Ababa to meet with the other armed groups and political parties. It is the hope of the Government that all stakeholders will join the national dialogue initiative. The national dialogue should not be in any way seen as a replacement for the peace agreement signed in 2015, but as a Viable mechanism to resolve the political problems and end the war, which is causing death and suffering for the people of South Sudan. The Government assures the Council and the international community that it will not interfere in the national dialogue. The dialogue will be inclusive and its findings will be respected and adhered to by the Government. The Government is engaging other armed groups in the country.”

    2017-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7982 (2017) · source

24. “Ithankyou, Mr. President, for this opportunity to address the Security Council once again on this vitally important issue for my country. I would also like to thank, Mr. Lacroix, Under- Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, and Mr. Haysom, Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for the Sudan and South Sudan, for their kind briefings. As I reported last month (see S/PV.7950), the national dialogue has been officially launched and the Steering Committee sworn in, and they have already begun their work. The national dialogue is a positive step in the right direction. The co-Chairs ofthe Steering Committee have begun their efforts to reach out to the stakeholders in South Sudan, as well as those outside the country. The co-Chair of the Steering Committee is currently leading a delegation to South Africa to meet with Mr.”

    2017-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7982 (2017) · source

25. “In conclusion, since the signing of the 2015 peace agreement, the Transitional Government of National Unity has been committed to implementing it in the letter and the spirit so as to achieve permanent peace in our country. It will continue to leave no stone unturned in order to achieve that goal. Ultimately, however, it will be incumbent on the rebel movements to meet the Government halfway if they are serious about finding a durable solution to the conflict. The Transitional Government of National Unity urges the Security Council and the international community to put pressure on those groups to join the national dialogue with a view to achieving peace. The meeting rose at 12.30 pm.”

    2017-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7950 (2017) · source

26. “In response to the Security Council's request for an immediate end to the obstructions and attacks on all the national and international humanitarian personnel who are bringing much-needed, lifesaving assistance throughout South Sudan, President Kiir stressed in his statement that the unilateral ceasefire will facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid to famine-stricken areas. Instructions to that effect have already been given to field commanders to ensure that humanitarian organizations are allowed unimpeded access. The Transitional Government of National Unity will neither impede nor deny access to humanitarian actors. It is our responsibility to ensure that peacekeepers and humanitarian workers are not caught in any crossfire during active fighting.”

    2017-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7950 (2017) · source

27. “Effective from 22 May, and in accordance with the Security Council's request for an immediate ceasefire as a vital prerequisite for the credibility of any national dialogue, in his speech launching the national dialogue President Kiir declared a unilateral ceasefire, in order, as he said, "to create an environment for inclusive dialogue and to facilitate the movement of humanitarian aid to famine-stricken areas." In addition, he warned the armed and security forces against harassing rebels and opposition members who decide to join the national dialogue. These important pronouncements represent a genuine effort on the Government's part to create conditions conducive to a free and successful dialogue process.”

    2017-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7950 (2017) · source

28. “He has instructed a steering committee, led by national figures, to conduct across-the-board consultations and make the process as inclusive as possible, so that all South Sudanese have the opportunity to air their grievances. The new initiative by no means replaces the Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan; rather, it is an opportunity to accommodate views and address issues that the Agreement does not tackle, and is thus complementary to it. The national dialogue will be inclusive, free and credible, because the Government is not leading or controlling the process.”

    2017-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7950 (2017) · source

29. “He has taken a number of positive steps to ensure the implementation of the Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan, engaging with relevant stakeholders such as the leadership of the African Union, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, the Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission and the United Nations. He has announced several amnesties aimed at encouraging the rebels to lay down their arms and return to the fold so as to rebuild the country. Unfortunately, the other side has been unyielding, choosing to stoke the fires fuelling the conflict and taking the war to regions such as Greater Equatoria and some parts of Greater Bahr el Ghazal that had previously been relatively peaceful. On Monday, 22 May, in Juba, President Kiir launched a national dialogue in his quest for peace.”

    2017-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7950 (2017) · source

30. “The Transitional Government of National Unity also welcomes the recent arrival in South Sudan of the first contingent of the Regional Protection Force (RPF) and rejects the suggestion that it is hindering the RPF's deployment, since it has in fact been very cooperative. The delay in the RPF's deployment cannot be blamed on the Government alone since, as the Council knows, there are other factors operating in that regard. Since the events of July 2016 that reignited the conflict in South Sudan, President Kiir has worked persistently to achieve lasting peace in the country.”

    2017-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7950 (2017) · source

31. “I thank you, Sir, and the members of the Security Council for giving me another opportunity to address the Council. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. David Shearer, for his briefing. The Transitional Government of National Unity takes note of the renewal of the mandate of the South Sudan sanctions regime and the Panel of Experts (resolution 2353 (2017)). The Transitional Government of National Unity reiterates it commitment to continue to cooperate with the Security Council and the Panel of Experts so that they can fulfil their mandate. My delegation still maintains that the use of sanctions is not the best solution for addressing the conflict in South Sudan.”

    2017-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7950 (2017) · source

32. “The people of Abyei and the neighbouring communities from both the north and the south who migrate to the Area seasonally in search of water and pasture cannot be abandoned to suffer neglect in a vacuum of State responsibility for their security and general welfare. The international community is called upon to step in and fill the vacuum, not only in the immediate interests of the communities concerned, but also in the long-term interests of the two countries. This is urgently needed to stabilize the situation in the Area and create an environment for a more constructive and fruitful dialogue on the future of Abyei. The meeting rose at 7.50 pm.”

    2017-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7939 (2017) · source

33. “The Government of South Sudan sincerely hopes that that will develop into even greater cooperation in a wide range of areas of mutual concern and interest. In this connection, it is our firm belief that the Abyei Area could contribute significantly to the development of cordial ties between the two countries. This can be done by building on grass-roots intercommunal cooperation, which can extend to the national level in the two countries. In conclusion, as things now stand it is obvious that the search for a final solution to the Abyei problem has stalled due to the differences between the two Governments, despite the tireless efforts of the African Union High-Level Implementation Panel, under the leadership of the former President of South Africa, Thabo Mbeki, and the support ofthe African Union and the United Nations.”

    2017-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7939 (2017) · source

34. “However, much more cooperation is needed if the efforts of UNISFA are to continue to bear tangible results that will benefit the two countries and help facilitate continued progress in the countries' relationship. The Government of the Republic of South Sudan believes that the withdrawal of support for the Joint Border Verification and Monitoring Mechanism would negatively impact the implementation of the Agreements on Cooperation and Security Arrangements, by emboldening each side to take a more combative posture along the border. The Security Council is urged to continue to encourage support of the Mechanism because ceasing the vital support that is much needed for the Area may lead to a proxy conflict along the South Sudan-Sudan border. We are indeed encouraged by the recent improvement in relations between the two countries.”

    2017-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7939 (2017) · source

35. “With regard to UNISFA's presence in the Abyei Area, the report of the Secretary-General shows that, although a great deal remains to be done, notable progress has been made in promoting peace and security in Abyei, thereby fostering reconciliation and cooperation among the communities that converge seasonally in the Area, delivering social services and humanitarian assistance, and initiating programmes dealing with social economic development. That would not have been possible without the creative and determined effort of UNISFA. Cooperation between the two countries is critical to any constructive and productive effort in Abyei. Indeed, even the progress made by UNISFA could not have been possible without a certain degree of functional cooperation between the Governments of the Sudan and South Sudan.”

    2017-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7939 (2017) · source

36. “Permit me to begin by congratulating you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of May. I would like to assure you of our full cooperation in achieving the success of your presidency. I would also like to acknowledge the positive role played by your predecessor in leading the Council last month. We warmly welcome the report (S/2017/3l2) of the Secretary-General on the situation in Abyei and strongly support the renewal of the mandate of the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA). As we have repeatedly stated, although it continues to face serious challenges in implementing its mandate, UNISFA is the best thing that has happened to Abyei in its long history of struggle.”

    2017-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7939 (2017) · source

37. “At the outset, permit me to begin by congratulating you, Mr. President, and your delegation on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of March. My delegation pledges its full support. I would like to assure the Council of my cooperation and support in tackling issues of concern to my country. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General and former President Mogae, Chairman of the Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (JMEC), and”

    2017-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7906 (2017) · source

38. “In conclusion, let me reiterate the commitment of my Government to the full implementation of the peace agreement and to working with all stakeholders, including members of the Security Council and the international community, in order to bring peace and stability to the people of South Sudan. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the members of the Security Council who engaged with us constructively. The meeting rose at 10.40 am.”

    2016-12-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7850 (2016) · source

39. “As we have repeatedly said, punitive measures may tend to harden positions rather than increase cooperation. We have always argued that an arms embargo seeks to further weaken the Government and strengthen the various militant and armed groups for a number of historical reasons, including the long civil war, which left arms in the hands of civilians, porous borders, which make it difficult to control the illegal in-flow of small arms and light weapons, and, as stated in the Secretary-General's report (S/2016/951), the proliferation of armed groups in the country with their own distinct agendas.”

    2016-12-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7850 (2016) · source

40. “We were hoping that at this critical juncture, when the Transitional Government of National Unity is doing everything to implement Security Council resolutions and the deployment of the Regional Protection Force, the Security Council would engage the Government of South Sudan constructively instead of issuing threats of the imposition of an arms embargo and targeted sanctions. It is very unfortunate that individuals who are critical ofthe peace process were targeted and listed for sanctions by the draft resolution. That action reveals a lack of good faith and only serves to further aggravate matters and invite controversy, potential disagreement and hostility. In truth, harmony and cooperation are naturally what the situation calls for.”

    2016-12-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7850 (2016) · source

41. “Salva Kiir Mayardit, President of the Republic of South Sudan, further to his launching of a national dialogue, issued a presidential order that formed the National Dialogue Steering Committee, which is composed of varied personalities and will advise the President and the members of the Council on how to embark on the peace process. All of the recent commitments made by my President point in a more encouraging direction. Therefore, I think that the tabling of the draft resolution is unfortunate.”

    2016-12-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7850 (2016) · source

42. “At the outset, let me begin by thanking you, Mr. President, and members of the Security Council for giving me another opportunity to address the Council on this important issue of an arms embargo and targeted sanctions against my country. The reasons given for the threat of an arms embargo and sanctions were the frustration and impatience of the international community with the lack of progress in the implementation of the peace agreement. In my previous statement to the Council, I reported on the positive efforts and actions that the Government is undertaking in order to address the many challenges that the country is facing, as well as on the implementation of relevant Security Council resolutions, including the deployment of the Regional Protection Force (see S/PV.7840). In addition, on 19 December, His Excellency Mr.”

    2016-12-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7850 (2016) · source

43. “The road to final peace may be long and difficult, but with the support of our partners we are optimistic that we will shall see the light at the end of the tunnel.”

    2016-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7846 (2016) · source

44. “The proposed arms embargo and threats of sanctions on all the parties engaged in the conflict in South Sudan are unfortunately another indication of a moral equivalency that does not distinguish between a legitimately elected Government and an armed rebellion intent on overthrowing the Government. To deny the Government the necessary means to discharge its responsibility is to fundamentally undermine its sovereignty, which is totally unacceptable. The imposition of sanctions would be counter-productive. To conclude, I would like to reiterate my Government's commitment to implementing the agreement in letter and spirit, and emphasize the need to encourage and support political dialogue and the efforts of the Government of National Unity to fully implement the peace agreement.”

    2016-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7846 (2016) · source

45. “In other words, UNMISS should attach importance to supporting the implementation of the agreement. Some members have spoken of a lack of progress, but I can report that there has been tremendous progress made in the implementation of the peace process in South Sudan. Council members did not mention that people have been voluntarily leaving the protection of civilians camps for their respective home regions. Over the past two days, over 2,000 citizens have left the protection of civilians camp in Juba to return to Unity state, and the Government is assisting them by providing transportation. If there had been progress, they would not have risked their lives to go back to their homes.”

    2016-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7846 (2016) · source

46. “Recently, the rebels have resorted to killing innocent civilians because of their ethnic background, but the Government has not planned or launched a campaign to target specific ethnicities or communities and has no intention whatsoever to engage in anything of that nature. We recognize the importance accorded to the protection of civilians and the safeguarding of the delivery of humanitarian assistance, but it is our sincere hope that UNMISS will also pay due attention to capacity-building of Government institutions, which have crucial roles to play during the transitional period. It should assist the activities of the South Sudan Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration Commission, the National Constitutional Amendment Committee and the National Elections Commission, and provide technical expertise on security sector reform.”

    2016-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7846 (2016) · source

47. “Recently, the President of South Sudan, His Excellency Mr. Salva Kiir Mayardit, announced a national dialogue that will include all the stakeholders in the country. The dialogue is the only viable means of solving the political and socioeconomic problems in South Sudan. Unfortunately, it was rejected by Rick Machar. We disagree with the characterization by Mr. Adama Dieng, the Special Adviser ofthe Secretary-General for the Prevention of Genocide, of the ongoing conflict in South Sudan, which according to him could become an outright ethnic war, perhaps verging on genocide. Such description is a bit exaggerated and does not reflect the reality on the ground. There have been no attempts that we are aware of on the part of the South Sudanese masses to turn against each other.”

    2016-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7846 (2016) · source

48. “Recently the Government of South Sudan agreed and accepted the deployment of Regional Protection Force (RPF) without conditions. If there is any failure or delay in the deployment of the Regional Protection Force, it is not on the part of South Sudan. The Department of Peacekeeping Operations has not informed us of any failure on the part of the Government of South Sudan. We have allocated land for the RPF, concerning which we have communited officially to the Security Council through the monthly presidency. The Government has also formed a committee that will look into the obstruction and the complaints lodged by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) about any possible roadblock. From the time the committee was established, there has been no further report presented for us to look into.”

    2016-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7846 (2016) · source

49. “First, let me express my deepest condolences to the delegation of the Russian Federation for its loss. I congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency for this month. I would also like to acknowledge the successful tenure of your predecessor and the positive role he played in leading the Council last month. Let me also thank the Secretary-General and Mr. Stephen O'Brien, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, for their kind briefings. The Government of South Sudan has demonstrated political will by expressing its commitment to fully implementing the Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan. There is not much more to be said other than to reiterate some important points.”

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50. “What the Republic of South Sudan needs is a positive and constructive agenda that includes restoring complete security and stability; nationwide peace and reconciliation efforts; the strengthening of the security and judicial sectors; and support for disarmament, demobilization and reintegration efforts to help clear guns from the hands of civilians and bring the perpetrators of crimes to justice. What we do not need is the negative threat of sanctions and punishment, which can only undermine the spirit of cooperation. The meeting rose at 4.55pm.”

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