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Martin Gallagher

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2021-05-20
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2021-05-20
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  1. “Finally, the transition in the Sudan from the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur to UNITAMS is among the most complex transitions that this Organization has ever undertaken. We look forward to the UNITAMS mandate renewal and welcome the proposed prioritization of the Mission’s objectives as well as the mission’s new benchmarks, which will allow us to measure progress on strategic objectives. The Mission has Ireland’s full support in achieving these critical objectives and in supporting the Sudan’s transition.”

    2021-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/495 (2021) · source

  2. “Likewise, reports of sexual and gender-based violence across the Sudan are also deeply disturbing. If we are to break this recurring cycle of violence, perpetrators must be held accountable. Strengthened reconciliation efforts and the establishment of transitional justice mechanisms to address the root causes of the conflict are also vital. Tensions are high in the wider Horn of Africa region, with numerous ongoing crises. In this context, we urge the peaceful resolution of the Sudanese-Ethiopian border crisis. All parties must avoid further escalation and reach a peacefully negotiated settlement. The Sudan has shown great warmth and generosity by welcoming over 70,000 refugees displaced by the conflicts in the Tigray and Benishangul-Gumuz regions of Ethiopia.”

    2021-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/495 (2021) · source

  3. “The deployment of the joint protection force is an important part of this, but consideration will need to be given to appropriate training and vetting, safeguards and oversight and, importantly, community consent. As we heard this week from Special Representative of the Secretary-General Virginia Gamba de Potgieter, the killing and maiming of children in Darfur continues with impunity. That is utterly unacceptable. We strongly support the vital role played by the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (UNITAMS) in ensuring that child protection concerns are central to the ongoing peace process. I would add that children’s needs and rights should be considered during all phases of conflict — from prevention to mediation through to recovery and sustainable, inclusive peace.”

    2021-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/495 (2021) · source

  4. “As a supporter of the Sudan’s debt-relief process, we hope that others will join the Sudan on its path to reaching the Highly Indebted Poor Country Debt Initiative decision point next month, we hope. Despite the progress being made in the Sudan, the security situation in many parts of the country remains deeply concerning, particularly in Darfur. Recent clashes have caused large-scale casualties and displacement. While the renewed commitment by the Sudanese authorities — as we heard today from the Sudan — to address the security situation is welcome, we urge the swift implementation of the National Strategy for the Protection of Civilians.”

    2021-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/495 (2021) · source

  5. “The successful conclusion of the talks will be another milestone for peace in the Sudan and a beacon of hope in a region undergoing conflict and upheaval. We urge all remaining non- signatories to the Juba Peace Agreement, including the Sudan Liberation Army- Abdul Wahid faction, to join the peace process. The Sudan’s transition, of course, is taking place against a backdrop of a stark economic crisis. That is further exacerbated by the impact of the coronavirus disease pandemic and, as in so many situations on the Security Council’s agenda, the threat of the climate crisis also looms large. Given the scale of these challenges, we commend the commitment of the Government of the Sudan to implement difficult, but necessary, economic reforms.”

    2021-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/495 (2021) · source

  6. “The establishment of the National High Committee for Monitoring the Implementation of the Juba Peace Agreement is very welcome, but it is regrettable that progress remains slow overall. Its swift implementation is urgent, in particular regarding the security arrangements and ceasefire mechanisms. As envisaged by the parties, the participation of witnesses and guarantors in these structures will contribute to confidence-building. Seeing those commitments implemented will bring hope and encouragement to the communities on the ground. We join the Special Representative of the Secretary-General in welcoming the declaration of principles signed between the Government of the Sudan and Abdelaziz Al-Hilu’s Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North. We sincerely hope for a positive outcome from the peace negotiations starting on 24 May.”

    2021-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/495 (2021) · source

  7. “But we cannot expect real buy-in from across the country if that diversity is not reflected in its Government’s make-up and actions. We therefore encourage the Government of the Sudan to be as inclusive as possible during this transition, while listening carefully to the views of women, young people, civil society and internally displaced persons and striving to ensure that their priorities are understood and integrated as appropriate. The transition, furthermore, cannot be considered a success unless commitments towards the meaningful and safe participation of women throughout society are met, including through a 40 per cent female representation in the Transitional Legislative Council. I want to underline that this percentage should be considered a baseline, not a ceiling.”

    2021-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/495 (2021) · source

  8. “I want to also thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Perthes for his briefing. Let me also welcome the Ambassador of the Sudan to the Security Council this morning. The Sudan is in the midst of a historic transition, with an unprecedented opportunity to build lasting peace and prosperity for its people. The progress made by the Sudan and the significant reform efforts undertaken by the Government are very welcome. However, let us be frank. As we just heard from others, much work remains to be done. It is therefore vital that urgent, key aspects of the political transition, such as the establishment of the Transitional Legislative Council and other remaining institutions, be completed. The Sudanese society is rich in its diversity.”

    2021-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/495 (2021) · source