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lines on the record: 131
first: 2014-08-06
most recent: 2018-03-15
sittings or episodes: 16
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“Their active coordinating role should be recognized and respected by our international partners to ensure more effective partnership in providing assistance to the country. Close cooperation and partnership between the international community and South Sudan are essential, not only in addressing the many problems faced by the country and achieving positive results but also in enhancing the capacity of the Government to be more effective in the delivery of essential services to the people of South Sudan. To conclude, the Government of the Republic of South Sudan reaffirms its commitment to working with UNMISS and the international community at large.”
2016-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7840 (2016) · source
“Republican orders issued by President Salva Kiir Mayardit should leave no doubt about his determination to do all he can to end this senseless tragedy for his country. He has recently declared a unilateral ceasefire, with instructions to the National Army to fight only in self-defence. He has granted amnesty to those who have taken up arms against the State. He has created a ministerial committee of the Transitional Government of National Unity charged with implementing the Joint Communique and resolution 2304 (2016), and established a national planning committee and a humanitarian high-level committee. All these steps are intended to address the relevant aspects of the crises faced by the country.”
2016-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7840 (2016) · source
“President Salva Kiir Mayardit, in his statement on 14 December to the National Legislative Assembly, reiterated his commitment to implementing the Peace Agreement in letter and spirit. He announced intentions to launch a national dialogue that will include all stakeholders in the country. This dialogue will be led by eminent statesmen who are trusted, genuine and credible. As the President, it is understandable that much of the responsibility for the state of affairs in the country would fall on Salva Kiir Mayardit, but it is obvious that he has been very accommodating and compromising. This has not been adequately acknowledged, let alone appreciated. Contrary to what most presidents would do, President Salva Kiir has demonstrated leadership and conceded a great deal for the cause of peace.”
2016-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7840 (2016) · source
“The call for the imposition of an arms embargo and targeted sanctions on senior Government officials in South Sudan will only weaken the Government's ability to execute its constitutional mandate and give the upper hand to armed groups, given the long history of war in the country, which left small arms and light weapons in the hands of civilians. Despite the international community's skepticism about the will of South Sudanese leaders to bring an end to the conflict that is devastating their country and inflicting death and suffering on their people, we have always recognized that we share the same objective of consolidating peace, security and stability in our country. These elements are fundamental for the reconstruction, rehabilitation and socioeconomic development of a country that has been at war for far too long.”
2016-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7840 (2016) · source
“Recently, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development Assembly of Heads of State and Government held its twenty-ninth Extraordinary Summit on 9 December in Addis Ababa, at which it underscored in its communique that: "an arms embargo or sanctions on South Sudan will not provide the solution being sought for permanent peace and stability in the country and stresses that what is required is dialogue, reconciliation and commitment by all South Sudanese parties to faithfully implement the Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan and for the region and the international community to support them". The Government of South Sudan continues to oppose the negative threats of sanctions and punishment, which can only undermine cooperation.”
2016-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7840 (2016) · source
“We consider that to be a good symbol of improvement of our situation and our relations with the United Nations and the Security Council, following the recent agreement of the Republic of South Sudan to implement the Joint Communique signed by the Transitional Government of National Unity and the Security Council on 4 September, concerning the deployment of the Regional Protection Force without conditions. However, I must express my delegation's disappointment that our concerns and those of some members of the Security Council were not taken into consideration, which goes against the spirit of cooperation. The Council continues to deliberate on the important issues of peace and security in South Sudan without adequate consultation with the African region.”
2016-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7840 (2016) · source
“We welcome today's renewal and extension of the mandate of UNMISS for 12 months, during which the Mission will be called upon to undertake the core functions of protecting civilians, monitoring and investigating human rights, creating the conditions conducive to the delivery of humanitarian assistance, and lastly, supporting the implementation of the Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan, signed on 26 August 2015. That is a good approach. Our consistent support for the extension of the UNMISS mandate is an indication of our appreciation for the contribution the Mission is making in our country.”
2016-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7840 (2016) · source
“I would like to assure him of the full cooperation of my Government in his endeavours for the entire time that he will be leading UNMISS in South Sudan. In addition, we highly appreciate the positive role played by the former Special Representative for South Sudan and Head of UNMISS, Ms. Ellen Margrethe Laj, and we want to tell her that she ran a good race during her tenure with UNMISS in South Sudan. We wish her all the best in her future endeavours.”
2016-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7840 (2016) · source
“Mr. President, since this is the first time my delegation has taken the floor to address the Council under your presidency, I would like to congratulate you on your leadership of the Council this month and to pledge our full cooperation. I would also like to acknowledge the role of your predecessor in leading the Council last month. I would be remiss ifI did not thank you and the members of the Council for giving me the opportunity to address the Council on this issue of vital importance to my country. First and foremost, I would also like to take this opportunity, on behalf of my Government, to welcome the appointment of Mr. David Shearer by Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon as his next Special Representative for South Sudan and Head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).”
2016-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7840 (2016) · source
“We need the complementary support of the international community not only because South Sudan is a State Member of the United Nations, but also because the Government and the people of South Sudan are the beneficiaries of that cooperation. However, such cooperation should not in any way come at the cost of our hard-won independence and national sovereignty. We trust that the United Nations and our international partners will respond to our aspirations and concerns to promote constructive and productive partnerships. I also take this opportunity to thank Ms. Ellen Laj for her service with UNMISS in South Sudan, and wish her the best in her future endeavours. We pledge our cooperation with her successor.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“It is undeniable that incidents occur on the ground that responsible authorities may not be aware of and, therefore, cannotbe control on the spot. It is, however, important that the report of the Secretary- General document specific cases where measures were taken by elements at the lower levels of the operational hierarchy, in Violation of the agreed guidelines, which, when brought to the attention of senior authorities, were corrected. This further underscores the problems of capacity and the need for the capacity-building support of the international community. To conclude, we recognize that our country is confronting severe challenges and that our national capacity to deal with the crisis is severely constrained.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“Although the motive of that proposal as it aims to end the Violence that continues to devastate the country, it is unfortunately another indication of the moral equivalence that does not distinguish between a legitimately elected Government and an armed rebellion intent on overthrowing the Government. We continue to stress that it is the responsibility of the Government to protect all its citizens and defend its borders. To deny the Government the necessary means for discharging that responsibility is to basically undermine its sovereignty, which is totally unacceptable. Finally, much has been said about increasing violence targeting ethnic groups and Violations of the UNMISS status of forces agreement. Without challenging the accuracy ofsuch allegations, what should be highlighted is that they do not in any way reflect Government policy.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“In that connection, it must carefully balance the quest for justice and accountability with the promotion of peace and national reconciliation. For both the protection force and the hybrid court to succeed, cooperation and constructive partnership with the Government are crucial. As such, we have agreed to implement the agreement of the joint Transitional Government of National Unity and Security Council communique' of 4 September, in the spirit of cooperation to advance peace, security, stability and reconciliation in our country. I would also like to comment on the proposed arms embargo on all parties engaged in the conflict.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“It must, however, be recognized that there are significant challenges associated with both the force and the court that should be constructively addressed. The Regional Protection Force should be approached in a spirit of cooperation and with the active engagement of the Government of South Sudan and in a manner that reinforces and strengthens the command and control of our armed forces and respect for the rule of law. International involvement should be a supplement or reinforcement, rather than a replacement, to the Government's efforts to protect its own people, in accordance with its national responsibility. The hybrid court should also be seen as complementary to the national judicial responsibility for justice.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“As such entities are intended to address the relevant aspects of the crises confronting the country, their active coordinating role should be recognized and respected by our international partners to ensure more effective partnership in providing assistance to the country. Close partnership with existing Government institutions is crucial not only to achieving positive results, but also to enhancing the capacity of the Government to be more effective in the delivery of vital services to the people of South Sudan. Permit me now to comment on two other issues that have been of concern to the international community and considerable debate recently - the proposed Regional Protection Force and the formation of a hybrid court. Both proposals have been accepted by the Government of South Sudan.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“In addition to Gai's appointment, the President recently made several decisions by republican order - one instructing the Ministerial Committee of the Transitional Government of National Unity, charged with the implementation of the joint communique and resolution 2304 (2016), to expedite and complete its work within 14 days, and the other establishing a Humanitarian High-level Oversight Committee led by the Minister of Cabinet Affairs to work towards removing all impediments affecting humanitarian operations in the country. The President also established by republican order a National Planning Committee, chaired by the Minister in the Office of the President, to enhance the security and production of oil, launch infrastructure projects and stimulate external support.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“The Government is however committed to correcting the differences among groups, some of which go deep into the history of inequitable development in the Sudan and now South Sudan, but this should not be confused with the tendency of political entrepreneurs to exploit ethnic politics. We must acknowledge that recognizing the efforts of the Government is a source of encouragement to continue positive reforms, while disregarding such efforts can be a disincentive.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“It is a misleading assumption to assert, as the report does, that Rick Machar retains significant political and military support. The implication is that such support is from the Nuer community. But in addition to Taban Deng Gai's role as First Vice-President, and a number of other Nuers in important positions in Government, significant numbers of the Nuer ethnic group fled into Dinka areas and are living peacefully with their host Dinka communities. There are, of course, genuine grievances among members of various groups, including sections of the Dinka that need to be addressed.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“First Vice-President Gai is already demonstrating his commitment to move the peace process forward. It should be remembered that he was a signatory to the initial security arrangement of the Machakos Protocol in 2004 and his contribution to the liberation struggle is well known to the people of South Sudan. He was also the leader of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement/ Army in Opposition (SPLM-IO) negotiating team. Since his appointment as First Vice-President, Gai has been given full support by the President to implement the agreement and through its established modalities, address the grievances of our people. While there is no intention to exclude any citizen from the politicalprocess, there is nojustification, locally or internationally, to support Riek Machar's continued armed rebellion against an elected Government.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“President Salva Kiir, in his commitment to peace, security, stability and the general welfare of all his people, has repeatedly demonstrated his determination to end the crisis in the country. Far from promoting Dinka domination, he has promoted the unity of South Sudan by incorporating Nuer militias into the Sudan People's Liberation Army, to the point at which over 70 per cent of the army is Nuer. It is however, those former militias who became Riek Machar's rebel army. And yet, Nuer representation in the Government and the army remains significant, and the President has maintained his commitment to the policy of inclusiveness. We want to draw the attention of the Council to the appointment of General Taban Deng Gai as First Vice-President so that the peace process is not held hostage by the absence of Riek Machar from the country.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“It should be remembered that the Dinka are the overwhelming majority across the country, and their numbers cannot be minimized by any notion of proportional representation. But although the Dinka are the largest group in the country, South Sudan has over 60 ethnic groups and there is no way for one group, out of self-interest, to dominate all the other groups. If anything at all, the Dinka national leadership has tended to bend over backward not only to ensure the representation of all groups, but also to counter any fears of Dinka domination. To assert the opposite is to be blind to the facts, stress the tendency to stigmatise one group and promote a self-fulfilling dangerous propaganda. As the popular saying goes, actions speak louder than words.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“An example of this misleading tendency towards moral equivalency is the statement in the report that categorically asserts the lack of inclusivity in the political process and the increasing feelings of political marginalization among other ethnic groups, many of which believe that the Government is pursuing a policy of Dinka domination across the country. Rather than make an assertion based on presumed feelings, a responsible observation must look into the composition of the Government at all levels. It is a glaring fact that members of the Nuer group and other smaller ethnic groups have always been well represented at the senior levels of the Government and the army, and indeed throughout the bureaucracy.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“South Sudan also agrees with the Secretary-General that the inclusion of all ethnic groups and political factions should be the desired objective so long as these groups adhere to the democratic principles and the rule of law. The international response to our situation has, however, been characterized by a persistent tendency to strike a moral equivalency that does not apportion accountability for the crises or recognize the difference between the elected Government and an armed rebellion. It is important for the international community to identify those who are genuinely striving to find workable solutions through legal institutions and those undermining efforts to restore peace, unity and stability, particularly by resorting to violence.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“This support should be based on a genuine, mutual and respectful cooperation that does not infringe on the sovereignty of the Republic of South Sudan. It should also be premised on the fact that there is an elected and legitimate Government in South Sudan that fully represents the will of the people. It is, of course, undeniable that the country is now divided and that it is also the responsibility of the Government, supported by the international community, to restore the unity of the leaders and their people. However, nowhere in the world can a sovereign Government accept an armed rebellion. As we have seen in comparable situations, it is the responsibility of the international community to assist Member States in stopping and eliminating armed rebellion against an elected Government.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“It should be recalled that South Sudan was grossly neglected by the colonial administration and has been devastated by the long war that erupted in 1955, a few months before independence on 1 January 1956. It should therefore be recognized that the country continues to lack the capacity necessary to deal with its grave challenges in a robust manner. These challenges emanate from internal and external factors alike, particularly the continuing legacy of the long war between the north and South Sudan. Both sets of causes require the diligent efforts of the two countries and the international community to be effectively addressed in a constructively dialogue. The necessary support of the world bodies to address these interconnected crises must strengthen the institutions whose primary responsibility is to protect the people.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“In the hierarchy of shared responsibility, we fully recognize what the Secretary-General has highlighted in his observations on the situation and that the primary responsibility to protect all citizens, without discrimination on the basis of their ethnicity or political affiliation, rests with the Government. We also acknowledge that it is the responsibility of the Government to meet the humanitarian needs of its people. That is the core of responsible sovereignty. In the case of South Sudan, the critical question then becomes one of strengthening the capacity of the State to discharge these national obligations effectively, bearing in mind the principle that the international community has the complementary responsibility to provide a State in need with supplementary assistance to meet its national responsibility.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“To answer this question, the starting point must be that the objective of restoring peace and security and addressing the humanitarian needs of our people is first and foremost the major concern of the people and the Government of South Sudan. If we fail, it should be recognized that the explanation lies not in a lack of will but in the limits of our national capacity to respond. The conflict has intensified divisions among our leaders and their people. We should, however, be all aware that the crisis in South Sudan - indeed, as in many other countries experiencing conflict - is a result of internal and external factors alike. Rather than pointing fingers, we should all cooperate and understand that we are in it together and, in one way or another, all affected and share the responsibility for the crisis.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“The support of the United Nations and the international donor community for our newly independent country that led to the establishment of UNMISS is also something for which our Government and people remain deeply grateful. Our people's long struggle, which went on intermittently for half a century before we achieved independence, was basically a quest for the ideals that the United Nations stands for - peace, security and the enjoyment of all human rights. In other words, it represented the pursuit of universal human dignity. That being the case, we must ask why South Sudan has suddenly descended into its current crisis.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“South Sudan fully understands that the motive behind the work of the United Nations, the African Union, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development and other international partners is their growing concern for the security, safety and general welfare of our people. We share that concern not only because we are the country affected, but also because we are part and parcel of the United Nations and the international community, and we share the same moral values and normative principles. We also remember, with deep gratitude, the support we received from the international community in the struggle for liberation that led to our independence.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“I would like to begin by expressing our appreciation to you and the members of the Council for giving us the opportunity to share our Views on the Secretary- General's letter of 9 November to the Security Council and his reports on the security and humanitarian situation in South Sudan (S/2016/950) and the role of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (S/2016/951). There are allegations in the reports whose accuracy is debatable; our intention is not to contest them but simply to help the Council and all the parties concerned to get a better understanding of the root causes of the problems so that we can develop appropriate remedies.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“I would like to congratulate you, Sir, on your leadership of the Council for this month, and to pledge our full cooperation during the remainder of your presidency. I would also like to thank Ms. Ellen Margrethe Laj, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for South Sudan and Head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS); Mr. Adama Dieng, Special Adviser to the Secretary-General on the Prevention of Genocide; and Ambassador Fode Seck of Senegal, Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 2206 (2015), for their briefings.”
2016-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7814 (2016) · source
“In conclusion, an issue that has continued to be a source of deep grievance and anger among the Ngok Dinka is the unresolved responsibility for the killing of their Oaramount Chief, who was assassinated, together with a UNISFA peacekeeper, by a member of the Misseriya in May 2013. Although an investigation committee was established to conduct an investigation into the killing, its report has never been made public. It is therefore crucial to the process of healing and reconciliation between the Ngok Dinka and the Misseriya that the findings and recommendations of the investigation committee be made public in order to enable the communities to find closure on the matter and conduct the customary process of reconciliation. The meeting rose at 5pm.”
2016-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7810 (2016) · source
“The Government of the Sudan is called upon to respond more positively to the needs of the Area, which is both within its power and in its interests. It is noteworthy that, as the report of the Secretary- General observes, the restrictions imposed by the Government of the Sudan on non-governmental organizations have limited the implementation capacity of humanitarian and development actors, especially in the northern parts of Abyei. As the Secretary-General also notes, in addition to a lack of adequate funds, other challenges include high implementation costs owing to security and logistical constraints, delays in the issuance of travel permits and restrictions on the movement of personnel and supplies by the Government of the Sudan.”
2016-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7810 (2016) · source
“Those achievements have helped to reverse migration out of the Area, encouraged resettlement and reintegration, minimized disruptive activities that threaten peace and supported the sustainability of local peace initiatives in the Area. Despite the progress made by UNISFA in various areas, much more needs to be done to promote and consolidate peace, security, stability and the prospects for socioeconomic development in the Area. That must first and foremost be the responsibility of the Governments of the Sudan and South Sudan. Despite its very limited resources and the severe challenges posed by the current crises in the country, the Government of South Sudan continues to do what it can to assist the people of Abyei.”
2016-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7810 (2016) · source
“During the same week, the Acting Head of Mission/Force Commander met in Khartoum with the Sudanese members of the AJOC and briefed them on developments in the Area. He was assured of the support of the Sudanese Government for the work being done, especially in promoting the peace process at the local level. Other areas in which progress has been made include agricultural production; integrated health care, including nutrition, hygiene and sanitation services; educational services, including rehabilitation of the schools and the provision of school materials; protecting women and children against sexual violence and related abuses; and mine-clearance services.”
2016-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7810 (2016) · source
“Indeed, as the Secretary-General notes, Ngok Dinka and the Misseriya leaders have made encouraging progress in addressing issues affecting their people, including promoting reconciliation between their communities. The progress made in various areas was presented to the South Sudanese members of the Abyei Joint Oversight Committee (AJOC) when they visited the Area in March 2015. The areas covered by the briefing included the security and political situation, the resettlement patterns in northern Abyei, the status of returnees, the development of the common market, quick-impact development projects and other development activities being carried out by United Nations agencies, funds and programmes.”
2016-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7810 (2016) · source
“UNISFA has continued to conduct operations in promoting peace and stability. While the establishment of the Abyei Police Service continues to be elusive, the UNISFA police component continues to support the maintenance of law and order through community-based interactive patrols. In that connection, the UNISFA police component has been cooperating with leaders from both communities to promote safer neighbourhoods and to protect civilians. UNISFA has also continued to encourage and support both communities to promote dialogue and reconciliation. In partnership with community leaders on both sides, UNISFA has provided security and encouraged joint peace committees to establish and manage the common market for their communities.”
2016-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7810 (2016) · source
“The people of Abyei and the neighbouring communities, from both the north and the south, who migrate into the Area seasonally in search of water and pastures 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. That is urgently needed to stabilize the situation in the Area and to create an environment conducive to a more constructive and fruitful dialogue on the future of Abyei. The report (S/2016/864) of the Secretary-General indicates that significant progress has been made in a number of critical areas, although the security situation in Abyei remains precarious.”
2016-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7810 (2016) · source
“In that connection, it is our firm belief that the Abyei Area can contribute significantly to the development of cordial ties between the two countries. That can be done by building on grass-roots intercommunal cooperation, which can extend to the national level in the two countries. As things stand now, 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 of the African Union and the United Nations.”
2016-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7810 (2016) · source
“That would not have been possible without the creative and determined efforts of UNISFA. Cooperation between the two countries is crucial to any constructive and productive efforts in Abyei. Indeed, even the progress made by UNISFA could not have been possible without a degree of functional cooperation by the Governments of the Sudan and South Sudan. However, much more cooperation is needed if the efforts of UNISFA are to continue to bear tangible fruits that will benefit the two communities and help to facilitate continued improvement in the relations between the two countries. We are encouraged by the recent improvement in relations between the two countries. The Government of South Sudan sincerely hopes that this will develop into an even greater cooperation in the wide range of areas of mutual concern and interest.”
2016-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7810 (2016) · source
“Allow me to begin by congratulating you, Mr. President, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of November. I would like to assure you of our full cooperation for the success of your presidency. I would also like to acknowledge the positive role played by your predecessor in leading the Council last month. The United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) is the best thing to happen to Abyei in its long history of struggle, neglect and suffering from insecurity. Although a great deal remains to be done, notable progress has been made towards promoting peace and security in Abyei, fostering reconciliation and cooperation among the communities that converge seasonally in the Area, delivering social services and humanitarian assistance and initiating socioeconomic development programmes.”
2016-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7810 (2016) · source
“However, we call for the cooperation of the Council to positively engage the Government in its implementation of the Peace Agreement. The meeting rose at10.30 am.”
2016-05-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7702 (2016) · source
“Zainab Hawa Bangura, Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict signed a joint communique with sets of commitments. Early this month, Ms. Bangura was in Juba to follow up at the invitation of the Office of the President, and agreed to work closely with the SPLA and the South Sudan National Police Service in the development of national action plans, in accordance with resolutions 1960 (2010) and 2106 (2013). These are steps to address issues relating directly to women, with the support ofthe United Nations. Therefore, we believe that such steps needs to be encourage with the support of all United Nations agencies, funds and programmes. Permit me to conclude by saying that the Transitional Government of National Unity has an obligation to fully implement the Peace Agreement.”
2016-05-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7702 (2016) · source
“Civil society in South Sudan is synonymous with the liberation struggle of the people of South Sudan, who today are partners in the development of South Sudan. Therefore, any disagreement between the Government and civil society is not and should not be viewed as oil and water. However, we differ on how we look at issues of governance, with the NGOs being driven more by a foreign agenda. As a country, we need to develop our own agenda tailored to and for our needs. The Ministry of Gender, Child and Social Welfare launched its national actions plan on resolution 1325 (2000), on women and peace and security, with the help and support of the UN-Women country team. Within the Office of the President of the Republic of South Sudan, on 11 October 2014 His Excellency President Salva Kiir Mayardit and Ms.”
2016-05-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7702 (2016) · source
“The Government has been calling on UNMISS and humanitarian personnel to cooperate and coordinate their movements with the Government so as to ensure their safety and security. UNMISS should provide concrete and hard evidence to the contrary, if there is any. Resolution 2206 (2015) imposed targeted sanctions on individuals alleged to have impeded the peaceful settlement of the conflict in South Sudan. However, today's resolution questions the armament of the Sudan People's Liberation Army (SPLA). As South Sudan is not under an arms embargo or sanctions, questioning its right to arms calls us to question the motive behind such language. The stability of South Sudan in the Horn of Africa relies on its readiness to protect itself against any aggression from within or without. The region is awash with small arms and light weapons.”
2016-05-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7702 (2016) · source
“The NGO Bill will make humanitarian activity in South Sudan an inclusive process; it stands to outlive the current crisis and is in line and consistent with international best practices. The Government is in compliance with the provisions of the Agreement and is neither placing any restrictions on the freedom of movement and operation of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), nor attacking the personnel and facilities of the United Nations or the Intergovernmental Authority on Development. Recently, the Government ordered the removal of all roadblocks, wherever they are in the country, in order to allow the easy flow of humanitarian assistance to affected areas.”
2016-05-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7702 (2016) · source
“We note with great disappointment that the resolution adopted today fails to recognize the sovereign right of the Government of South Sudan to exercise its national constitutional right to govern and manage its own affairs without interference from the Security Council. Despite the Agreement, the resolution refers to the review of the Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO) Bill. The Bill has not been disputed by the South Sudanese stakeholders; they cherish the Bill in its entirety because the Government introduced it through a consultations and legislative process. The bill is therefore inclusive and stands to address problems within the humanitarian governance of the country. We call on the Security Council to support the efforts of Member States in addressing issues of humanitarian delivery.”
2016-05-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7702 (2016) · source
“Today, with the bitter past behind us, we are called on to initiate transitional justice, reconciliation, accountability and healing from the events that began in December 2013. The Transitional Government of National Unity and all stakeholders in South Sudan should be allowed to look at this process holistically, with the assistance and partnership of the international community as deemed fit by South Sudanese stakeholders. As such, we will lay a strong and sustainable foundation for transitional justice, reconciliation, accountability and healing, which will continue for 30 months from the signing of the Peace Agreement.”
2016-05-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7702 (2016) · source
“These steps demonstrate the commitment of the parties to fully implementing the Agreement. Since the signing of the Peace Agreement last year, followed by the formation of the Government a month ago, His Excellency President Salva Kiir Mayardit has consistently spoken of the need for reconciliation and forgiveness among the South Sudanese. Transitional justice, reconciliation, accountability and healing are part ofthe Peace Agreement, which as a Government we are committed to implementing as per the Agreement. Over five decades, the South Sudanese were pitted against each another for one reason or another, but despite all that they emerged victorious with a country to call a home.”
2016-05-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7702 (2016) · source
“The Council of Ministers has also approved the establishment of cantonments for the former rebels in the Greater Equatoria and Greater Bhar El-Gazal regions, where there was no rebellion. The cantonments of the former rebels will help in the implementation of the permanent ceasefire, improve the security situation in the country and advance the work of security sector reform. The Transitional Government of National Unity is investigating violations that are recurring in Greater Equatoria and other parts of the country, in order to verify whether or not the elements provoking those incidents and disrupting traffic flow on the inter-state after the formation of the Transitional Government of National Unity. These are new developments that will be addressed.”
2016-05-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7702 (2016) · source