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Marsudi

lines on the record: 73
first: 2015-09-30
most recent: 2023-11-29
sittings or episodes: 14
sources: un-security-council

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“Thirdly, there is the importance of a ceasefire to end all hostilities. Let us not forget that Palestine has the right to have an independent State, based on a two-State solution. It is the right time to restart the peace process. As we honour this year’s International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, let us not turn a blind eye to, or remain silent on, the struggle of the innocent people in Gaza, whose only sin in this situation is having been born Palestinian.”
2023-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9489 (2023) · source
“The Council must ensure that the hostilities do not return with a vengeance and work together to move beyond a humanitarian pause into a durable ceasefire. That is because another day without fighting is a day worth fighting for. Further action is needed to really make a significant impact in Gaza, the West Bank and Palestine. First, it should ensure the delivery of unhindered humanitarian assistance in a swift adequate, safe, well- monitored and sustained manner throughout Gaza. Secondly, it should ensure adherence to international law, particularly international humanitarian law, whereby all parties safeguard human rights, protect civilians and uphold the sanctity of public infrastructure, particularly hospitals, schools, places of worship and United Nations places of refuge.”
2023-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9489 (2023) · source
“For sure, I welcome the adoption of resolution 2712 (2023). I also welcome the extended humanitarian pause and the release of hostages and prisoners. Of that small glimpse of peace, we could see hope, with families being reunited and aid reaching those in desperate need. But is it enough? No, it is insufficient. The humanitarian pause is too narrow and too fragile, and it will not be able to create a better situation in Gaza. Prime Minister Netanyahu mentioned that he will restart a full military operation when the humanitarian pause ends. I cannot understand his statement, and I could not understand if the Security Council were to allow that continued threat against humanity to happen. The Council must act to preserve trust in the multilateral system.”
2023-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9489 (2023) · source
“I have returned to the Security Council to attend this meeting because I want to be on the right side of history, defending justice and humanity for the Palestinians. Indonesia remains enraged about the unfolding situation in Gaza. Indonesia is also increasingly very concerned about the evolving situation in the West Bank, with the increasing number of attacks on the Palestinians, including refugee camps. While prisoners are being released as part of the humanitarian pause, nearly the same numbers of new prisoners are being arbitrarily detained in the West Bank. When will that atrocity be stopped? When will Gaza, the West Bank and Palestine be freed? Will they have their future? I want to repeat what I said last month in this Chamber (see S/PV.9451): the Security Council has a major responsibility to maintain peace and security.”
2023-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9489 (2023) · source
“The path towards global peace and security can be charted only through women’s full participation. Indonesia will remain at the forefront of charting this path towards a better future for us and a better future for women, together.”
2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9452 (2023) · source
“Therefore, we must invest more in the role of women, including within the United Nations system, to ensure a safe and conducive environment for women to succeed and thrive in global peace processes. Thirdly, we must promote education for women. Education remains the key to breaking barriers and increasing women’s participation in society. However, in Afghanistan, more than 80 per cent of school-age women and girls are not attending school. This is deeply concerning. Inclusive education is the bedrock of a better future for Afghanistan. Indonesia therefore works very hard to promote access to education for Afghan women and girls. Indonesia remains committed to providing scholarships and training for Afghan women and continues to build a conducive environment and inclusive society for lasting peace in Afghanistan.”
2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9452 (2023) · source
“Empowering and engaging women must not be seen as a burden, but rather an investment — a global standard towards which everyone should strive. Meaningful empowerment and the participation of women in economic, social and political spheres strengthen society’s resilience, contributing to greater peace. I have seen this with my own eyes — the positive contribution of women peacekeepers on the ground. Secondly, we must invest in women’s leadership in peace processes. Data shows that women’s participation increases the probability of peace agreements. However, women remain underrepresented in peace processes and are often not equipped for the roles they take in conflict scenarios.”
2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9452 (2023) · source
“What happened in Gaza over the last week reflects today’s reality. More than 60 per cent of the fatalities of the attack on civilians are women and children. I must be honest: despite global efforts for empowerment and calls for equality, the reality for women is still far from ideal. Women in many corners of the world are the first victims in the absence of peace and the spread of insecurity. This should be a painful wake-up call for the global community and spur it to invest more in the women and peace and security agenda. Women make up half of the world’s population. Therefore, women must be seen as an integral part of the solution and as effective agents of peace. Today I wish to underline three points. First, we must reignite the fundamental understanding of women’s participation.”
2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9452 (2023) · source
“The Security Council holds great power and with great power comes great responsibility to address the current situation in Gaza and its root causes and ensure a path to the two-State solution. Indonesia stands with the people of Palestine.”
2023-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9451Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Secondly, the Council must prioritize humanitarian access. More than 2 million people in Gaza are hanging on to their lives for basic humanitarian needs. Convoys of aid delivery are mostly being held immobilized and are in constant danger from crossfire. The Security Council must immediately urge safe and unimpeded passage of humanitarian access and respect for humanitarian law. Thirdly, the Council must move beyond politics and bring humanity back to the Security Council. I ask the Council to use its great power to be more human. The Palestinians deserve equal rights and treatment. We are all human beings. We all deserve to have a home. We must reject the displacement of Palestinians. We must not let the 1948 tragedy reoccur.”
2023-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9451Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Through the meetings of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the ASEAN- Gulf Cooperation Council and the Developing Eight Countries Organization for Economic Cooperation, Indonesia has pushed for a united voice to urge the cessation of violence and focus on tackling the urgent humanitarian catastrophe. Indonesia calls on the Council to take action on three points. First, the Council must make a united call for an immediate ceasefire. Silence is harrowing against the deafening sound of bullets and rockets. The blanket support shown to one side has so far led to the further disproportionate use of force, the violation of international humanitarian law and impunity. It is our collective obligation to end the cycle of violence before it escalates into a regional and global calamity.”
2023-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9451Resumption1 (2023) · source
“When is it going to stop the war in Gaza, create a ceasefire, open access to humanitarian assistance, call for the immediate release of civilians and stop the illegal occupation of Israel? I must repeat: when is the Council going to stop the illegal occupation of Israel? Every second wasted due to political disagreement and a failure to find consensus represents a humanitarian defeat for the Palestinians and creates further instability for the world. How many more people must perish before the Council makes a move? I can assure the Council of one thing: Indonesia will not waste a single second in harnessing global support for immediate action.”
2023-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9451Resumption1 (2023) · source
“I flew 21 hours from Jakarta to attend today’s meeting. I want to remind the Security Council that it has a big responsibility to maintain peace and security — not to prolong war or to back any side in continuing war. Indonesia condemns Israel’s continuing and unprecedented aggression against civilians in Gaza. We are seeing a humanitarian catastrophe and crimes against humanity are happening as we speak. Are we going to stand idly by? Attacks against hospitals and religious places, the blocking of access to power, water and fuel and the displacement of the population of the Gaza Strip are being conducted as a collective punishment. At the same time, civilian hostages are being held and their lives are in critical danger. Therefore, I came here to ask the Council how it is going to exercise its responsibility.”
2023-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9451Resumption1 (2023) · source
“It must uphold international law and resume a credible peace process to achieve the two-State solution, based on internationally agreed parameters. Thirdly, I call on all of us to continue providing much-needed support. Many have predicted that an economic recession is on the horizon. For millions of Palestinians, the hardships would only multiply. More than 2 million Palestinians are in dire need of humanitarian assistance. Humanity dictates that we cannot let them suffer in silence, especially in this difficult situation. The year 2023 must be the year of progress on resolving the Palestinian issue. It is our collective responsibility to end the Israeli occupation once and for all. My message to Palestinian brothers and sisters is to let the struggle unite, not divide, them.”
2023-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9246 (2023) · source
“First, Indonesia welcomes the adoption of General Assembly resolution 77/247, which was adopted in December 2022. It will be the second advisory opinion of the International Court of Justice concerning the occupied Palestinian territory. There have been many mechanisms, reports and resolutions on Palestine, but no significant change has taken place. Business as usual cannot be the norm. We must ensure due follow- up to all those processes. Secondly, we must push for concrete changes. Instead of managing the conflict, we need to lay out concrete steps to end it and move towards a peaceful solution. There can be no room for provocation. The occupying Power must cease punitive policies towards the Palestinians. It must not hinder the Palestinians from fulfilling their economic rights. It must preserve the status quo of the holy sites.”
2023-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9246 (2023) · source
“I thank you, Mr. President, for convening today’s meeting. I wish all members a happy new year. Let us work together to make 2023 a better year for the Palestinian people. Year after year, while we are busy delivering statements here at the United Nations, the situation in Palestine is getting worse. Although the cry for justice echoes in every corner of this Organization, injustice and violence towards Palestinians intensify. United Nations reports reveal that 2022 was the darkest year for Palestinians in the West Bank since 2005. Hundreds of Palestinians, including children, were killed. At the same time, the political situation remains as elusive as ever. The status quo must end. We must break the cycle of concern and inaction and stop the double standards. I would like to highlight three points.”
2023-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9246 (2023) · source
“Moving forward, we will continue to work in peacekeeping missions in Africa through community engagement to win the hearts and minds of local communities and achieve the objective of peace and stability in Africa. Indonesia will remain committed, as a true partner of Africa, to maintaining peace and security. We will continue to work together with Africa.”
2019-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8627 (2019) · source
“Lastly, Indonesia will continue its commitment to maintaining peace in Africa through our participation in United Nations peace operations. Indonesia is currently contributing to seven missions in Africa, namely, the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan, the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali, the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara, the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur and the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei.”
2019-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8627 (2019) · source
“Economic growth is one of the prerequisites to achieve peace. Indonesia has done its part to support Africa through technical cooperation and capacity- building programmes. Indonesia held the Indonesia- Africa Forum in April 2018, and the Indonesia-Africa Infrastructure Dialogue in August this year. Those events resulted in concrete economic cooperation in various strategic sectors, including infrastructure, trade, connectivity and strategic industries. Last year, Indonesia also hosted the Indonesia-Africa Maritime Dialogue to strengthen cooperation on maritime security and sustainable fisheries. Such activities have proven effective in improving the economy, development, food security and livelihoods of our African brothers and sisters.”
2019-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8627 (2019) · source
“Subregional organizations such as the Economic Community of West African States, the Economic Community of Central African States and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development have played important roles in preventing and solving conflicts in their respective regions. Stronger cooperation and collaboration on the ground is even more crucial. Cooperation between United Nations peacekeeping missions and AU-led peace operations to counter terrorism is proof of such cooperation on the ground. Interregional cooperation is equally as important. Efforts are under way between the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and the AU to establish closer cooperation between the two regions on issues of common interest. Thirdly, international support for African development and capacity-building must be improved.”
2019-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8627 (2019) · source
“I would like to address some key points in that regard. First, I wish to stress the importance of a home-grown solution. The report of the Secretary- General (S/2018/678) notes that the peace and security challenges being faced in some parts of Africa are increasingly complex and volatile. There is no one-size-fits-all solution, and that is why we believe in the principle of African solutions to African problems. It is in that spirit that Indonesia supports the Silencing the Guns in Africa by 2020 initiative through enhanced partnership between the United Nations and the African Union (AU). Secondly, there is a need to strengthen partnership with subregional and other regional organizations.”
2019-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8627 (2019) · source
“Indonesia shares the View of the briefers that partnership with all stakeholders and at all levels is highly pertinent when addressing peace and security challenges in Africa. Indonesia's partnership with Africa began in the days of our forefathers as they fought for independence. Since then, our relations have become more solid, more developed and more action-oriented, with the aim of addressing common global challenges. But one thing remains unchanged - our relations will always be based on good faith, honesty and sincerity. This is the spirit of togetherness that we need to replicate at the global level: a partnership that will not cause any harm to Africa; a partnership that will bring mutual benefits to Africa; and a partnership that will bring equality and common progress to Africa.”
2019-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8627 (2019) · source
“In conclusion, no country or region is immune from the threat ofterrorism. Therefore, global cooperation is the only feasible way to counter it. Our meeting today is very useful for strengthening our global collaboration in countering terrorism.”
2019-09-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8626 (2019) · source
“The framework enables joint air, land and sea exercises and border patrols, and has so far been effective in reducing the number of terrorist attacks and incidents in the Sulu Sea. Thirdly, we must replicate and align strategy at the global level with those at the subregional, regional and national levels. Efforts at the multilateral level should strengthen our endeavour at the regional and national levels. This has been the case in our region, where the Secretary-General's Plan of Action to Prevent Violent Extremism became the main point of reference for the creation of ASEAN Plan of Action to Prevent and Counter the Rise of Radicalization and Violent Extremism 2018-2025, which in turn has become the main source of our draft national action plan on countering violent extremism.”
2019-09-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8626 (2019) · source
“For prevention, we need to ensure fully functional Government, advance socioeconomic growth and development, promote inclusive and tolerant societies and develop early warning mechanisms, among others. Such efforts should begin at the national level and can be supported by regional and global efforts. Secondly, there is the need to strengthen regional and subregional mechanisms in countering terrorism. Developing the right tools and mechanisms is key to addressing terrorism and its many manifestations. That is why, in addition to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Convention on Counter-Terrorism and its 2012 plan of action, Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines have also established trilateral cooperation to address distinct transnational threats posed by terrorist groups in the Sulu Sea.”
2019-09-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8626 (2019) · source
“That is why cooperation between the United Nations and regional and subregional organizations is vital to preventing, countering and safeguarding our community from all present and future threats posed by terrorism. With that in mind, there are at least three points on how we can strengthen, expand and enhance cooperation in this area. First, there is the matter of strengthening efforts to prevent the spread of terrorist ideology. There should be no room, space or condition for the terrorist ideology to grow. We need to ensure that there are no precursor conditions that allow terrorists to spread their ideology. Such precursor conditions - including, inter alia, prolonged conflicts, poverty, religious intolerance, violent extremism, Islamophobia and nationalist right- wing movements - must be addressed.”
2019-09-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8626 (2019) · source
“I thank you, Sir, for organizing this important debate. This topic is not a new issue for us, but remains very relevant today. Therefore, Indonesia has set counter- terrorism and synergy between the United Nations and regional organizations as two of four Indonesian priorities during its term on the Security Council. Iwould like to underline once again that the link between the two is indeed pertinent in today's context, particularly in addressing the current phenomenon whereby the global terrorism movement has transformed itself into small franchise cells, finding its breading ground in our region and home. One thing is for sure - terrorism will always find new ways and forms in posing a threat to the world. It is our job to be ready to deter it.”
2019-09-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8626 (2019) · source
“There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 12.45 17.171.”
2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8532 (2019) · source
“Finally, the world has seen enough evidence of how protracted conflicts in the Middle East have serious repercussions on peace and stability in many other parts of the world. This is indeed an issue that has global consequences. Therefore, the Security Council must make real progress on this issue, particularly on the Palestinian question - the oldest item on the Security Council's agenda. All parties must exercise maximum restraint and continue working in good faith to advance the peace process by upholding the principles of multilateralism through dialogue and negotiation so that we can arrive at our common goal - a genuine and lasting peace. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I give the floor to the observer of the Observer State of Palestine.”
2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8532 (2019) · source
“We commend the work of its staff, who have been instrumental despite the Agency's difficult security and financial situation. We also thank those who have stepped up their contributions to support the Agency's programmes. Rest assured that Indonesia is fully committed to doing so. Thirdly, the peace process must be resumed. The cycle of violence must end. All sides must show maximum restraint and be willing to engage in meaningful dialogue. There is an urgent need for a credible process that allows all the relevant parties to engage on an equal footing to work towards an acceptable peace plan. A fresh perspective should not mean abandoning internationally agreed parameters on the issue. For Indonesia, there is no alternative to a two- State solution.”
2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8532 (2019) · source
“I would like to recall the report of the Independent Commission of Inquiry issued in February (A/HRC/40/74). The report details the use of extreme violence by the occupying Power, including towards journalists, medical personnel and persons with disabilities. That is clearly against the basic principles of human rights. It justifies our belief that we have no option but to provide international protection for Palestinian civilians. Secondly, we need to address the humanitarian conditions. Improving the economic and social situation is crucial. Not only is this a matter of fundamental rights, but it would also prevent needless violence. The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East is facing another year of crisis.”
2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8532 (2019) · source
“I appreciate the roles that the Secretary-General and Egypt have played in working to de-escalate the situation. However, we are concerned about the fact that the construction of illegal settlements in West Bank persists and has become a de facto annexation. That is why Indonesia and Kuwait, together with South Africa, organized an Arria Formula meeting on this issue two weeks ago. We have seen the closure of the Temporary International Presence in Hebron and the increasingly limited resources and capacity for humanitarian assistance. We urgently need to revive the political will of all the parties to work towards a credible peace plan and improve the humanitarian situation on the ground. In that regard, there are a number of bottom-line points that I want to raise. The first is the protection of Palestinian civilians.”
2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8532 (2019) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as Minister for Foreign Affairs of Indonesia. I would first like to convey my appreciation and thanks to Mr. Mladenov, Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, and Mr. Krahenbtihl, Commissioner-General of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, for their briefings. In January, I made a statement in this Chamber to the Council on this very agenda item (see S/PV.8449). Among other things, I underlined that the Palestinian question defined the credibility of the Council. Unfortunately, nothing has improved since then. If anything, the situation has deteriorated. Earlier this month we saw yet another wave of violence in Gaza that resulted in at least 29 casualties on both sides.”
2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8532 (2019) · source
“I propose that the Council invite the observer of the Observer State of Palestine to the United Nations to participate in this meeting, in accordance with the provisional rules of procedure and previous practice in this regard. There being no objection, it is so decided. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. 1 now give the floor to Mr. Mladenov.”
2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8532 (2019) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Israel to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the following briefers to participate in this meeting: Mr. Nickolay Mladenov, Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process and Personal Representative of the Secretary-General, and Mr. Pierre Krahenbiihl, Commissioner-General of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East. Mr. Mladenov and Mr. Krahenbiihl are joining the meeting via video-teleconference from Jerusalem and Gaza City, respectively.”
2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8532 (2019) · source
“Indonesia also believes that once the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons enters into force, it will contribute to furthering the objective of the total elimination of nuclear weapons, as enshrined in article VI of the NPT. Finally, former Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon once underlined that a world free of nuclear weapons would be safer and more prosperous. Therefore, let us all affirm our commitment to the NPT and make nuclear weapons a thing of the past. Indonesia stands ready to engage constructively with everyone in the NPT process.”
2019-04-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8500 (2019) · source
“As such, the intention to dismantle existing disarmament arrangements is damaging to our spirit and commitments, and therefore must be prevented. With great power comes great responsibility. We urge the nuclear-weapon States to set a positive example that better reflects their responsibilities. We regret that the 2015 Review Conference of the States Parties to the NPT was unable to produce an outcome. Nevertheless, we must remain committed to the 2020 review conference and beyond, and make every effort to avoid another failure. This time, we must ensure that any outcome of the 2020 review conference should be no less ambitious than or backtrack from the commitments of the previous outcomes. That will require genuine political will and flexibility on the part of the nuclear-weapon States.”
2019-04-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8500 (2019) · source
“My second point is that we must ensure the right of all States to use nuclear energy for peaceful purposes. The NPT enjoys wide support, despite barring proliferation, because it guarantees the right to peaceful uses of nuclear energy. In that connection, Indonesia would like to affirm that nuclear non-proliferation should not bar peaceful use, that preferential treatment should be given to non-nuclear-weapon States for the promotion of peaceful uses of nuclear energy and that all parties should continue to support the International Atomic Energy Agency in discharging its safeguards and verification mandate. Thirdly, we must focus on the ultimate objective of the NPT. All parties must support the NPT process.”
2019-04-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8500 (2019) · source
“I repeat ~ the disarmament pillar is the least implemented. We should not forget that non-proliferation earns its legitimacy from the larger objective of nuclear disarmament. When non-nuclear-weapon States give up their rights to such weapons, nuclear-weapon States have to disarm. Furthermore, treaties on nuclear-weapon-free zones, including the Treaty on the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone and Mongolia's nuclear- weapon-free status, are crucial to global disarmament and non-proliferation. Indonesia therefore calls upon all nuclear-weapon States to ratify the relevant protocols to all treaties establishing nuclear-weapon-free zones, withdraw any reservations or interpretative declarations that are incompatible with their object and purpose, and respect the denuclearization status of those zones.”
2019-04-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8500 (2019) · source
“The very existence of nuclear weapons is threatening the world's existence. Their total elimination is the only guarantee of avoiding a global catastrophe. Indonesia is therefore a strong and consistent supporter of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), whose objectives can be achieved only through a balanced, comprehensive and non-discriminatory implementation of its three pillars. In that regard, I wish to emphasize three points. First, Indonesia continues to make nuclear disarmament its highest priority. That is our long- standing position both at the national level and as a member of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries. Yet, despite the successful outcome of the 2010 Review Conference of the Parties to the NPT, the disarmament pillar is the least implemented.”
2019-04-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8500 (2019) · source
“Upholding the Paris Agreement on Climate Change is absolutely vital. The Security Council may rest assured that Indonesia stands ready to contribute to global efforts to combat climate change.”
2019-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8451 (2019) · source
“The role of regional organizations should not be overlooked, as the impacts often spill into neighbouring countries. In our own region, we are proud that the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has strengthened the capacity of its Humanitarian Assistance Centre in providing a coordinated response - one ASEAN, one response. Finally, our homework in the Council is to better define what falls under the ambit of climate change itself and what constitutes the security dimension of climate-related impacts. The United Nations system must work in synergy, according to the respective competencies and mandates of its bodies. For Indonesia, while the Security Council can deal with the security dimension of climate change, the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change remains the leading forum to address climate change.”
2019-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8451 (2019) · source
“In that context, Indonesian peacekeepers stand ready to share their experience with military operations other than war. Secondly, our approach to peacekeeping and peacebuilding must - and I repeat must - ensure synergy between security and development. One cannot exist without the other. Therefore, efforts towards peace must take into account the often-overlooked aspect of sustainable development. Thirdly, I wish to reiterate that the responsibility to respond to the security impact of climate change lies with the countries concerned. Instead of interfering, what we must do is assist based on actual needs and priorities. Indonesia stands ready to contribute. We have extended technical assistance to the Pacific and Africa to enhance their adaptive capacity. We are committed to doing more.”
2019-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8451 (2019) · source
“Indonesia therefore truly shares the concerns of small islands developing States about the survival of our nations. The question then is: How should the Security Council respond to that threat? Allow me to highlight some pertinent points. First, the Security Council must consolidate efforts to better respond to the security impacts of climate change - I repeat, the security impacts of climate change, not climate change itself. In past discussions, the Security Council has acknowledged the negative security implications of climate change in the Sahel and the Horn of Africa. We can build upon past accomplishments. One concrete step that we can take is to better equip our peacekeepers with the capacity to undertake military operations other than war - to carry out not only peacekeeping operations but also climate peace missions.”
2019-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8451 (2019) · source
“According to research done by the United Nations Population Fund, Semarang, my hometown, will experience climate-related sea-level rise by 40 to 80 centimetres in the next 100 years, thereby expanding the potential inundation area inland by 1.7 to 3 square kilometres. My hometown shows clearly that the security threats of climate change are indisputable. However, as an economically dynamic city, Semarang has the capacity to adapt. But that is certainly not the case for many other places around the globe. When there is no capacity to adapt, potential security threats become real security threats - from the loss of livelihoods to irregular migration; from food scarcity to the loss of territory; and perhaps even the survival ofa nation isjeopardized.”
2019-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8451 (2019) · source
“I wish to applaud you, Mr. President, for convening this important meeting. I also thank the briefers for their insightful presentations. Climate change is real, and it is happening now. I was born in Semarang - a peaceful coastal city of the island of Java, Indonesia. It is located in a low-lying delta. Since the city's establishment in the seventeenth century, its coastal area has always been prone to sea- water flooding, which we call "rob flooding", during the rainy season. Climate change has further exacerbated that vulnerability. The prevalence of rob flooding has increased.”
2019-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8451 (2019) · source
“The ultimate success of the peace process will depend upon all parties involved respecting their commitments. Colombia has embarked upon a historic journey towards peace. It must stay on course. All parties must continue to play their parts. At stake is the welfare of the people of Colombia, who long for peace. The unity of the Security Council is of vital importance so that it may work closely with the Colombian Government and a stable and lasting peace will not be beyond reach.”
2019-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8450 (2019) · source
“We are also concerned about the assassination of former FARC-EP members, social leaders and human rights defenders by those illegal armed groups. We have learned from our own experience that law enforcement must be accompanied by respect for human rights. Otherwise, order and security, as well as mutual trust and confidence, will be hard to attain. We therefore welcome the adoption by the Colombian Government of the Action Plan for the Protection of Social and Community Leaders, Human Rights Defenders and Journalists, which we trust will be implemented in an effective and consistent manner. In that context, Indonesia stands ready to extend our support to the Government and the good people of Colombia. Thirdly, commitments made must be honoured by all sides.”
2019-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8450 (2019) · source
“Indonesia stands ready to contribute, in particular to provide support for demobilization, disarmament and reintegration, including the conversion of coca fields into more productive commodities, such as palm oil, rubber or cacao. Last December, Indonesia and Colombia initiated a programme entitled "Oil palms for peace". We look forward to continuing to work closely with Colombia this year and expanding the programme into a second phase entitled "Crops for peace". Secondly, security challenges must be addressed. We note from the Secretary-General's report (S/2018/1159) that illegal armed groups and criminal organizations still persist, which has allowed violence to occur in areas that were previously under FARC-EP control.”
2019-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8450 (2019) · source
“From our own experiences, we know that healing wounds and staying true to an agreement have never been easy and require the commitment, patience and understanding of all parties and the support of the international community. Allow me to highlight some key issues with regard to the briefing. First, effective reintegration is key: it is a highly complex and sensitive challenge and requires sustained nurturing. Moreover, while political reintegration is critical, socioeconomic reintegration is equally important. Ensuring the livelihood of the population is vital: everyone must be able to enjoy the peace dividend. We therefore welcome the strong efforts of President Duque Marquez to accelerate the socioeconomic reintegration of former members of FARC-EP.”
2019-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8450 (2019) · source