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2013-07-25
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2019-03-29
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  1. “We therefore reiterate our commitment to peace and stability in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to ensure that the Congolese people finally reap the rewards of the abundant natural resources with which that country is endowed. Furthermore, we call upon the Council, as well as the international community, to support the new Government to ensure peace, stability and development in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”

    2019-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8498 (2019) · source

  2. “It is equally important to express our gratitude to all troop- and police-contributing countries, including Tanzania and Malawi, which, with us, are part of the Force Intervention Brigade, for their commitment to ensuring peace and stability in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In that context, we pay tribute to all our brothers and sisters who have sacrificed their lives in the quest for peace and stability in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In conclusion, the development and prosperity of the Democratic Republic of the Congo is paramount not only for that country but for the region and continent at large.”

    2019-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8498 (2019) · source

  3. “We join others in expressing concern about the security situation in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the illegal exploitation and trafficking of natural resources. In that regard, there is an urgent need for the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to strengthen the capacity of State institutions, with the support of MONUSCO. In addition, there is a need for the protection of civilians and the establishment of an effective disarmament, demobilization and reintegration process, as well as financial support as requested by the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. As we extend the mandate of MONUSCO, it is appropriate to underscore the vital role that the Mission has played since its deployment in the Democratic Republic of the Congo almost two decades ago.”

    2019-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8498 (2019) · source

  4. “We thank the French delegation in its capacity as penholder for its tireless efforts and commitment in facilitating resolution 2463 (2019), which we adopted today. The renewal of the mandate of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) is a significant undertaking by the Security Council in support of the Government. The renewal of the mandate takes place against the backdrop of the peaceful elections and peaceful transfer of power from former President Kabila Kabange to President Tshisekedi Tshilombo. South Africa notes the renewal of the MONUSCO mandate for another nine months as a significant demonstration of the Council's commitment in addressing perennial instability, in particular in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”

    2019-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8498 (2019) · source

  5. “In conclusion, South Africa remains steadfast in its commitment and contribution to the fight against terrorism, and we will continue to work at the bilateral, regional and international levels to address this scourge in all its forms and manifestations.”

    2019-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8496 (2019) · source

  6. “It is important that the fight against terrorism continue to be led by the United Nations as the most appropriate, representative structure for coordinating our actions against this global challenge. It is imperative that our joint response to the challenge of terrorism internationally give due weight to the need to address those conditions that influence vulnerable people, particularly the youth, to become radicalized and involved with terrorist organizations. This is true not only in Africa but throughout the world. It is also important that the fight against terrorism be undertaken in a manner that does not have a negative impact on the provision of humanitarian aid and medical assistance, and we welcome the efforts made by France in providing these assurances in the resolution.”

    2019-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8496 (2019) · source

  7. “We are finding strategies to detect, deter and disrupt terrorist financing and militate against the inherent risks and vulnerabilities, which could be exploited for the purposes of raising, moving, storing and using funds in support ofterrorism and terrorist activities anywhere in the world. Those efforts include dedicated technical assistance and capacity-building initiatives that South Africa shares with its neighbours. In a world where terrorist organizations utilize sophisticated, high-technology means to move funds around various regions of the world, we are pleased that the resolution that we have just adopted provides an equally sophisticated response to this challenge.”

    2019-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8496 (2019) · source

  8. “Those measures are supported by South Africa's legislative framework and its national counter-terrorism strategy, and are implemented and achieved with the assistance of our Financial Intelligence Centre and other relevant Government structures. The sharing of information and coordination at the domestic level and private-public partnerships are important components of addressing the threat. In addition, together with our global counterparts, South Africa is engaged in regional efforts to develop the relevant counter-terrorism financing legislative and regulatory frameworks.”

    2019-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8496 (2019) · source

  9. “In that regard, the African Union, over the course of its existence, has developed a wide-ranging policy framework, legal instruments and programmes to deal with that threat, including its financing. Our efforts to fight terrorism and its financing in South Africa are guided by those measures, commensurate with the country's exposure to terrorist financing activities, and its obligations as both a State Member of the United Nations and member of the Financial Action Task Force. In that regard, South Africa is engaged in the implementation of the relevant Security Council resolutions, as well as the Financial Action Task Force global standards on countering the financing of terrorism.”

    2019-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8496 (2019) · source

  10. “As a country from a continent affected by terrorism, we recognize the importance ofhalting the means of financing that sustain terrorist organizations and the horrific violence that they commit, including against our peacekeepers. We know fully well that, unchecked, that threat has the potential to derail our collective efforts to bring about peace, security and sustainable development on the continent. We have witnessed the devastation on infrastructure and the displacement of people as a result of terrorist acts. Our continent of 55 countries - a rich tapestry of different peoples, histories, languages, cultures and legal and financial systems - is nevertheless guided by a common commitment, under the leadership of the African Union, to take measures to counter terrorism and the destruction it causes.”

    2019-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8496 (2019) · source

  11. “As we have witnessed time and time again, the scourge of terrorism knows no boundaries and continues to evolve, despite concerted efforts by the international community to counter it. No country or continent can claim itself free from that threat. While terrorist groups may have suffered military and financial setbacks, they remain resilient and retain an ability, through various means, to carry out attacks and generate funds in support of their activities. Against that background, we welcome France's initiative on addressing the financing of terrorism, as well as other related efforts on strengthening international cooperation in halting the flow of funds to terrorist groups.”

    2019-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8496 (2019) · source

  12. “South Africa aligns itself with the statement to be delivered by Ambassador Fatima Kyari Mohammed, Permanent Observer of the African Union to the United Nations. We recognize with great concern that the scourge of terrorism and violent extremism is spreading across all corners of the globe, with devastating impact. I would like to reiterate South Africa's unequivocal condemnation of all acts of terrorism, whatever form, for whatever reason and wherever they may occur. Indiscriminate attacks against civilians can never be justified under any circumstances. We again extend our condolences to the people of New Zealand for the horrendous attack that took place earlier this month in Christchurch and express our solidarity with all victims of terrorism.”

    2019-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8496 (2019) · source

  13. “We welcome the presence at this meeting of the French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs. We also commend France for its efforts in developing the comprehensive resolution 2462 (2019), on preventing and combating the financing of terrorism, which the Security Council adopted at the beginning of this open debate. We also thank the following speakers for their informative remarks: Mr. Vladimir Voronkov, Under- Secretary-General of the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism; Mr. Marshall Billingslea, President of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF); and Ms. Mercy Buku, expert in anti-money-laundering and countering the financing of terrorism. South Africa is pleased that the Security Council is today discussing ways to effectively prevent and counter the financing of terrorism with the broader membership of the United Nations.”

    2019-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8496 (2019) · source

  14. “South Africa has committed to work towards an African continent that is unified and free, whose people can thrive and realize their true potential as members of the global society. The stability and prosperity of the Great Lakes region is at the heart of that endeavour.”

    2016-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7653 (2016) · source

  15. “In addition to the resource paradox mentioned earlier, we should also take into account the interwoven interest groups whose pursuit of power and natural resources overshadows the importance of developing the area and redistributing the wealth of the land to the people ofthe region so that they too, as in many societies in the world, can thrive and live a prosperous life. We also need to provide as much support as possible to those countries as they emerge from crisis in order to prevent a relapse into conflict, which typifies the instability in the region. We therefore call on the Peacebuilding Commission to do everything it can in advocating for assistance for post-conflict reconstruction in affected countries of the region.”

    2016-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7653 (2016) · source

  16. “South Africa believes the objective of neutralizing negative forces should not be perceived as implying only the use of force against the armed groups, but also including the application ofall possible methods to influence the negative forces to renounce violence as a means of attaining their objectives, and to opt to disarm and demobilize. That would enable the fast- tracking of the process of restoration and consolidation of State authority in the eastern part of the country. South Africa supports the extension of the mandate of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, taking into account the concerns of the Government of the country. As the international community, collectively, we need to go back to basics and identify the root causes of the conflict in the Great Lakes region.”

    2016-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7653 (2016) · source

  17. “Secondly, we acknowledge that not all the negative forces in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have been disarmed. Thirdly, we further recognize that some negative forces have found refuge in neighbouring countries and that efforts to realize their repatriation are under way. Fourthly, we are concerned about the possible broadening of the Islamization of some aspects of the conflict in the region. Fifthly, we note that recently allegations have surfaced of interference in the internal affairs of neighbouring States in the region and that those have been met with counter-accusations. It is the View of the Republic of South Africa that the total neutralization of the negative forces in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo requires optimum utilization of the military resources deployed in that country.”

    2016-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7653 (2016) · source

  18. “That is partly as a result of the exploitation of such resources, often by those outside the region. We therefore encourage greater responsibility and national ownership of those resources, good governance and greater investment in order to grow all those sectors of those economies. It is important to realize that peace and stability are dependent on development, and vice versa. The Republic of South Africa wishes to make the following observations and remarks pertaining to the situation in the Great Lakes region. First, South Africa recognizes that there has been a relative improvement in the security situation in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo through a reduction of the threat posed by Congolese and foreign armed groups.”

    2016-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7653 (2016) · source

  19. “With regard to the issue of natural resources in the region, we are all aware that Africa, particularly the Great Lakes region, is endowed with rich natural resources, as well as fertile land for agricultural purposes, and therefore has immense potential for realizing economic prosperity and development. The Congo River, for example, could provide half the energy needs of the African continent. The mineral resources of the land have the potential to make this region the epicentre of commerce in the African continent. Unfortunately, its true potential has not been realized, as the subregion has been plagued by endless conflicts. It is perhaps because of the abundance of wealth that it is threatened by instability, because often a paradox exists whereby resource-rich countries are threatened with stagnation, less growth and instability.”

    2016-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7653 (2016) · source

  20. “We also welcome the mediation efforts led by President Museveni of Uganda on behalf of the East African Community, particularly with regard to the need to ensure that all stakeholders in Burundi participate in the inclusive dialogue and actively preserve the gains of the Arusha Agreement. South Africa also acknowledges the efforts by the East African Community in reinforcing the mediation process by appointing the former President of Tanzania, His Excellency Mr. Bejamin Mkapa, to further expedite the peace process in Burundi. We call upon the international community to support the Government of Burundi by making resources available to help make the possibility of peace a reality.”

    2016-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7653 (2016) · source

  21. “Following the visit to Burundi of the African Union high-level delegation, led by President Zuma, we are encouraged to note that all the relevant stakeholders, including the Government of Burundi, the opposition and civil society, agreed that an inclusive political dialogue was the only means to address political differences confronting their country. South Africa believes that the people and the Government of Burundi have the ability to overcome their challenges through inclusive national dialogue, as well as through peaceful political means, just as they demonstrated with the Arusha Agreement, which ended the civil war that killed thousands of Burundians.”

    2016-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7653 (2016) · source

  22. “Let me join other speakers in congratulating the Republic of Angola, as President of the Security Council this month, for convening this thought-provoking and timely debate. We also recognize your vital role, Sir, as Chair of the International Conference of the Great Lakes Region, in steering and leading all the relevant stakeholders towards peace and stability in the region. South Africa has always recognized the importance and the urgency of peace, security and development in the region. For the Great Lakes region to thrive, regional and subregional organizations, together with the United Nations, should work in a coordinated manner in order to achieve stability.”

    2016-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7653 (2016) · source

  23. “Moreover, improved relations between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and its neighbours is an important ingredient for peace, stability and security. With regard to our contribution to the Force Intervention Brigade, we are finalizing our deployment in line with the commitments we have made and will assume our duties and responsibilities in the Mission. Finally, we all have a responsibility to ensure that the renewed energy for establishing long-lasting peace is well coordinated and well sustained.”

    2013-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7011Resumption1 (2013) · source

  24. “We also take note of the fact that thousands of refugees have poured into Uganda, and many others have been internally displaced following new eruptions of violence in the Kamango and Mataho areas. Clearly, the humanitarian impact of those attacks, particularly on vulnerable groups, is of major concern. South Africa reaffirms its commitment to supporting peace initiatives in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In that regard, we commend President Museveni's mediation efforts aimed at facilitating the peace talks. While supporting the Force Intervention Brigade's deployment to the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, we remain convinced that a long- term solution to peace and stability in the Congo can only be guaranteed by a political solution.”

    2013-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7011Resumption1 (2013) · source

  25. “We encourage the Government to make further strides to implement its commitment in terms of the Framework, including security sector reform and the establishment of the rapid reaction force to be able to take over, when appropriate, the responsibilities of the Force Intervention Brigade of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic People's Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) and restore State authority. South Africa remains deeply concerned about the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. We strongly condemn the continuing attacks perpetrated by armed groups against the people of the country in particular, and against MONUSCO.”

    2013-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7011Resumption1 (2013) · source

  26. “We encourage the Special Envoy to accelerate her efforts as she takes concrete steps in her engagement with the relevant parties. In that context, we welcome the innovative approach of proposed benchmarks in pursuit of indicators that are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time-based. We also welcome the pledge by the World Bank of $1 billion for development projects aimed at economic rejuvenation andjob creation in the Great Lakes region. We commend the steps taken by the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to establish a national oversight mechanism in accordance with the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework and resolution 2098 (2013). We look forward to the early commencement of its work.”

    2013-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7011Resumption1 (2013) · source

  27. “South Africa attaches great importance on the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework for the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Region. We commend the Secretary-General for giving special attention to the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, as well as the progress already made in implementing what has become known as the "framework of hope". The prospects for peace in the region depend upon compliance with, and the implementation of, the Framework by all signatories. The recent visit in May by Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and the President of the World Bank, Mr. Jim Yong Kim, is encouraging for peace efforts. We are also encouraged by visits undertaken by the Special Envoy of the Secretary- General for the Great Lakes Region, Ms. Mary Robinson, whose efforts are critical to the success of the Framework.”

    2013-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7011Resumption1 (2013) · source

  28. “At the outset, let me join previous speakers in congratulating Secretary of State John Kerry on his country's assumption of this important role. I wish the United States delegation continued success in steering the work of the Council during its presidency. We also congratulate Mr. Martin Kobler on his appointment as the new Special Representative of the Secretary- General for the Democratic Republic of the Congo. And we commend Mr. Russ Feingold on his appointment as United States Special Representative for the Great Lakes Region of Africa. We also wish to thank all those who have spoken before us. My delegation associates itself with the statement delivered by the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of Mozambique on behalf of the Southern African Development Community.”

    2013-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7011Resumption1 (2013) · source