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“Addressing the root causes of the situation in Haiti will also continue to be critical to supporting the country's efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. That includes addressing impunity in the context of human rights violations and corruption by strengthening judicial and State institutions, including the capacity of the Haitian National Police to respond to challenges on the ground. Reform of Haiti's justice system in Haiti will be instrumental in building trust among all of the people and we agree with the assessment of the Secretary-General in his recent report in this regard (S/2019/805). We look forward to the work of BINUH, the United Nations country team and international partners in supporting the implementation of reforms to address the multidimensional challenges facing Haitian society.”
2019-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8641 (2019) · source
“We appreciate the fact that the United Nations has already made resources available to assist in that regard and encourage the Haitian political stakeholders to seize this opportunity. We welcome the efforts by President Jovenel Moise to reach out to various stakeholders in Haiti, including the opposition and civil society, in order to engage in dialogue to discuss the challenges facing Haiti, including the finalization of the appointment of the Prime Minister, the importance of addressing corruption and the challenging economic and social climate. In our view, all the parties, including the Government, opposition groups, civil society and the non-governmental organizations in Haiti should continue to engage fully in inclusive dialogue to seek a peaceful solution to the current challenges.”
2019-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8641 (2019) · source
“We call on Haitian stakeholders to attend to the issue of forming a Government and formalizing the appointment of the Prime Minister as a matter of urgency. South Africa believes these are critical steps in assuring the international community, particularly donors, that the Haitian stakeholders are genuinely committed to returning their country to constitutional normalcy and sustainable development. It was during this month of October that Haiti was to hold elections to the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate. As things stand, the current mandate of those two components of the legislature will expire on 13 January 2020. That does not leave much time before the deadline, and what lies beyond it may trouble us even more if the right steps are not taken to ensure adherence to democratic principles.”
2019-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8641 (2019) · source
“Today is a historic moment for the Government and the people of Haiti, as this marks the first time in 15 years that Haiti will not have a United Nations peacekeeping operation presence. We wish to commend the tireless efforts of the personnel of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti and the United Nations Mission for Justice Support in Haiti. We would also like to commend the efforts of the Haitian authorities, civil society, local and international partners and the United Nations country team for their efforts in helping Haiti navigate a difficult path. Nonetheless, South Africa remains concerned by the recent political developments, which have heightened tensions in Haiti. The ongoing political discord has given lawlessness a lifeline, which needs to be contained if BINUH is to succeed.”
2019-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8641 (2019) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of South Africa. At the outset, South Africa wishes to congratulate Mr. Meza-Cuadra and wish him well in his high-level assignment to lead his country's diplomatic efforts. Knowing him, we are certain that he will succeed in this assignment. Let me also welcome and congratulate Ms. Helen La Lime, Special Representative of the Secretary- General and the new Head of the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH), following her recent appointment. We assure her of our support. I should also like to thank Under-Secretary-General Lacroix for his briefing and detailed factual chart he shared with the Council this morning summarizing the situation in Haiti.”
2019-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8641 (2019) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/20l9/805, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Mission for Justice Support in Haiti. I now give the floor to Mr. Lacroix.”
2019-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8641 (2019) · source
“The question concerning Haiti Report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Mission for Justice Support in Haiti (S/2019/805) The President: In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Haiti to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Mr. Jean-Pierre Lacroix, Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I also invite the following to participate in this meeting: Her Excellency Ms. Mona Juul, President of the Economic and Social Council; and His Excellency Mr. Silvio Gonzato, Charge d'affaires ad interim of the Delegation of the European Union to the United Nations.”
2019-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8641 (2019) · source
“I welcome Minister Meza-Cuadra to the meeting. It is such a great pleasure to see him here and to congratulate him, on behalf of my colleagues, on his appointment as Minister for Foreign Affairs of Peru. At least there is hope for Permanent Representatives - if they do their job very well, they are recognized and the road ahead is bright. His appointment is an inspiration to most Permanent Representatives. We will certainly miss him, but he should know that he will be assigned more responsibilities in his capital, Lima. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted.”
2019-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8641 (2019) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document S/2019/807, which contains the text ofa draft resolution submitted by the United States of America. The Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by Show ofhands. In favour: Belgium, China, C6te d'lvoire, Dominican Republic, Equatorial Guinea, France, Germany, Indonesia, Kuwait, Peru, Poland, Russian Federation, South Africa, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America The President: The draft resolution received 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 2492 (2019). The meeting rose at 10.05 am.”
2019-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8640 (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 at11.45 a.m.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (2019) · source
“Let me conclude by stating that South Africa urges Member States and the international community to support and encourage the people of Colombia to persevere and fully implement the Final Agreement in a comprehensive manner in order to address the concerns and rights of victims, access to justice, reparation, guarantees of non-repetition, inclusive dialogue and a peaceful settlement. Colombia has come a long way. The road to peace is near. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I give the floor to the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Colombia.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (2019) · source
“It is important that the Government and all stakeholders in Colombian society encourage the participation of young people and women at the grass-roots and all other levels, whose voices and perspectives can significantly contribute to the long- term plans for the integration and stability of Colombia. We note the joint communique issued on 9 September by Cuba and Norway, guarantor countries of talks between the Government of Colombia and the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia-Ejercito del Pueblo, and we commend them for their willingness to continue supporting and accompanying efforts to achieve a stable and lasting peace in Colombia.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (2019) · source
“That includes the recent killings of various political candidates, community and social leaders, human rights defenders, former FARC-EP combatants, persons participating in the implementation of the peace process, rural communities, including people living with disabilities, indigenous peoples and Afro- Colombian communities, particularly in the context of the upcoming elections expected to take place later this month. It is also important to be cognisant of the specific threats to female candidates and leaders and to urge the Government and all stakeholders across Colombian society to double their efforts to promote peace and tolerance so as to ensure the safety of all in the context of the elections and beyond.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (2019) · source
“We also wish to commend the Government of Colombia and the FARC party for swiftly responding to that potentially damaging announcement and rejecting it by expressing their commitment to the peace process on behalf of former combatants across the country. Former combatants who laid down their weapons in good faith must remain part of the reintegration process, which must be respected, honoured and realized, because their efforts remain important to the work of the comprehensive system of truth, justice, reparation and non-repetition. We call on all political parties to fully respect and remain committed to the agreement and to continue to desist from any actions that may undermine its comprehensive implementation. We remain concerned about the security of all stakeholders.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (2019) · source
“In that regard, we are concerned about the announcement made in August by a group of former FARC-EP commanders regarding their decision to take up arms. Such narratives have the potential to reignite violence in territories and undermine the political progress that has been made and the foundations for trust that are being established, as well as the prospects for long-term peace for all who live in Colombia. We agree with, and wish to join, the United Nations Verification Mission in commending the resilience of Colombian society and its institutions and encourage them to remain committed to the peace process that has saved many lives to date.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (2019) · source
“That is important, as it relates to rural and political reintegration and reform, the development of territories, transitional justice and the rights of victims, who should remain at the centre of the full implementation of the peace agreement. We welcome the role of the Truth Commission and the Special Jurisdiction for Peace in that regard. South Africa's own experience with its Truth and Reconciliation Commission affirms that it is crucial to achieving national unity. Hearing the different views and the various versions of events of all communities in Colombia will ensure that the road to peace is based on an inclusive political process. The consolidation ofpeace after decades of conflict and mistrust is not an easy task.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (2019) · source
“We welcome the Government's efforts with regard to the transformation of those territorial areas for the purposes of training and reintegration, as well as the constructive role and responsive attitude of the FARC. Those positive efforts can help to return the lives of 8,000 former combatants to normalcy so that they can contribute to a prosperous Colombia. We agree with the Secretary-General's assessment in his latest report that that is "an example for overcoming hurdles in implementation through dialogue" (S/2019/780, para. 101), which South Africa supports, as it contributes to addressing the concerns and uncertainties of the FARC combatants regarding their future in Colombian daily life politically, socially and economically.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (2019) · source
“South Africa welcomes the recent positive steps taken by the Government of Colombia, which lay the foundation for the Government to continue its initiative to integrate the former FARC-Ejercito del Pueblo (EP) combatants and to ensure that they can live full and decent lives in their communities. In that regard, we welcome the efforts of President Duque Marquez and his Administration to implement the "Peace with legality" strategy, which has made way for the approval of various projects for former combatants, the beginning of the implementation of the development programmes with a territorial focus and his visits to former territorial areas for training and reintegration, which can be seen as confidence and trust-building efforts between the Government and former combatants.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (2019) · source
“South Africa fully supports the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace, signed between the Government of Colombia and the Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia (FARC) in 2016. We welcome the mechanisms of the Final Agreement, such as the Commission for the Follow-up, Promotion and Verification of the Implementation of the Final Agreement, which can be used to address the gaps and challenges related to the implementation of the Agreement. We encourage both parties to use the peace agreement as a basis for strengthening dialogue.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (2019) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of South Africa. Let me start by thanking and welcoming His Excellency Carlos Holmes Trujillo Garcia, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Colombia, to this meeting, together with his high-level entourage. We appreciate his commitment and availability to brief the Council each time the agenda item of Colombia is discussed. He has South Africa's full support in his country's quest to achieve long-term and sustainable peace. In the same spirit, we also thank Mr. Carlos Ruiz Massieu, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia, for his informative briefing and his perseverance in dealing with the peace process in Colombia.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (2019) · source
“I thank Mr. Ruiz Massieu for his comprehensive briefing. I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make a statement.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (2019) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Colombia to participate in this meeting. On behalf of the Council, I warmly welcome His Excellency Mr. Carlos Holmes Trujillo Garcia, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Colombia. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Mr. Carlos Ruiz Massieu, Special Representative of the Secretary- General and Head of the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia, to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2019/780, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia. I now give the floor to Mr. Ruiz Massieu.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (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 11 a.m.”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (2019) · source
“We are of the firm view that it is imperative for the international community, working through SADC, the AU, the United Nations and regional partners, to continue to maintain solidarity with the people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and provide the necessary political, financial and other support in an effort to ensure that there is no reversal of the gains made so far. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I give the floor to the representative of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (2019) · source
“We are also encouraged by the cooperation between the AU and the United Nations, by which they have undertaken to continue to engage in support of the consolidation of stability and democratic governance in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In our opinion, the international community, including the Council, has continued to witness a positive trajectory in the developments in the Democratic Republic of the Congo since the peaceful transfer of power in early 2019. To build on the current momentum, the country will need genuine support from bilateral, regional and international partners in implementing its Government programmes, which focus on political, security and socioeconomic efforts.”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (2019) · source
“South Africa supports SADC's continued commitment to assisting the Democratic Republic of the Congo in achieving sustainable peace, security and stability. The communique issued after the thirty-ninth Ordinary Summit of the Heads of State and Government of SADC, held in August, highlights the concerns about the security situation in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, on the basis of which SADC agreed to collaborate with the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region in consolidating efforts for security stabilization in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the region.”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (2019) · source
“Going forward, one of the key areas of focus for the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo is the importance of ensuring the implementation of effective disarmament, demobilization and reintegration and security-sector reform programmes and of establishing Government authority in areas liberated from negative forces. That is especially important given the progress registered in areas such as Ituri with regard to the signing ofa peace agreement and willingness to demobilize armed combatants. South Africa therefore looks forward to the outcomes of the Secretary-General's independent strategic review of MONUSCO. Ultimately, however, we believe that any adjustment of MONUSCO's mandate should be based on developments on the ground.”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (2019) · source
“In regard to the general security and humanitarian situation, my delegation recognizes the vital role played by MONUSCO, in collaboration with the Democratic Republic of the Congo's authorities, in addressing the security challenges in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. We also recognize the efforts of the Force Intervention Brigade in addressing the threat posed by armed groups, as well as the work done through the good offices of Ms. Zerrougui in meeting with key stakeholders to discuss opportunities to support institutional reform and the ongoing Ebola response.”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (2019) · source
“Cholera and measles outbreaks are further compounding the already fragile humanitarian situation and weak health systems. My delegation is also concerned about the attacks by armed groups on Ebola treatment centres and staff, which we condemn. Against that backdrop, we welcome the launch of an African Union (AU) mission against Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, demonstrating the willingness of African countries to work together to address an important health concern. We also welcome the continued work of the United Nations Emergency Ebola Response Coordinator and the World Health Organization in support of national efforts.”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (2019) · source
“However, we are encouraged by the Democratic Republic of the Congo's strategy aimed at addressing its peace and security challenges, which includes capacity- building for the defence and security services as well as the creation of national forums aimed at promoting the peaceful coexistence of local communities, with a view to bolstering national cohesion. South Africa shares the concerns raised by the Secretary-General in his report (S/2019/776) about the Ebola virus outbreak and its potential impact on the region. The regional and international response efforts continue to be hindered by insufficient funding and poor access to the conflict areas, as well as low levels of cooperation between the community and the Government.”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (2019) · source
“With regard to the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, a complex military and humanitarian situation persists. As members may recall, the Security Council was briefed on the Great Lakes region last week (see S/PV.8630). As one ofthe countries concerned, the Democratic Republic of the Congo shared its concerns about the presence and activities of armed groups and about intercommunal clashes and the Ebola epidemic, concerns that are shared by the Southern African Development Community (SADC).”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (2019) · source
“Since the publication of the last report of the Secretary-General (S/2019/575), we have continued to observe a positive trend in President Fe'lix Tshisekedi's implementation of his strategic approach to conflict resolution and peacebuilding in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the region. The trust and confidence-building initiatives with neighbouring countries demonstrate his personal commitment to fully implementing the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework for the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Region. Those positive developments, supported by relative stability in the western part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, are giving impetus to the resolution of other peace and security issues in the region.”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (2019) · source
“Today I will focus on two key issues - improving the political climate and the state of affairs in the eastern part of the country. With respect to the political situation, South Africa welcomes the formation of the new coalition Government in the Democratic Republic of the Congo precisely because of the consensus approach to its formation and the fact that the distribution of ministries between the two main political platforms is in line with the undertakings made in July. We especially welcome the emphasis on promoting the role of women in politics in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, as their representation has increased to 17 per cent from 10 per cent.”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (2019) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of South Africa. South Africa joins other delegations in thanking the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Ms. Leila Zerrougui, for her briefing on the activities of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO). My delegation recognizes and commends the fundamental role played by MONUSCO in addressing the perennial instability in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and in protecting civilians. South Africa commends the role and leadership displayed by Special Representative of the Secretary-General Zerrougui with regard to the critical issues in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and in ensuring that MONUSCO discharges its mandate effectively.”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (2019) · source
“I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2019/776, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. I now give the floor to Ms. Zerrougui.”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (2019) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Ms. Leila Zerrougui, Special Representative of the Secretary- General and Head of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, to participate in this meeting. Ms. Zerrougui is joining the meeting via video- teleconference from Wilton Park, United Kingdom. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (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 at11.25 a.m.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“In conclusion, South Africa is encouraged by the continued commitment of the international community, through the United Nations, to supporting efforts towards the establishment of peace, security and stability in Mali, all of which are precursors to the achievement of sustainable peace. As we have seen time and again, Mali is like a wall that acts as a dam blocking water from the north. If that wall breaks - and we can see the cracks - the countries downstream will suffer the most. Mali is a friend in the fight against terrorism. If those terrorists find their way out of Mali, the rest of Africa will suffer. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I give the floor to the representative of Mali”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“In that regard, the decision taken by the leaders of the Economic Community of West African States at its recently concluded Extraordinary Summit, which pledged resources for fighting terrorism in the region, is an indication of the willingness of African countries to resolve their own problems and should be commended. Regarding the sanctions imposed on Mali, allow me to reiterate my country's position that any sanctions regime should aim to support political processes and peace efforts, and not undermine them. The work of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2374 (2017), concerning Mali, should therefore ensure that the Mali sanctions regime is effective in supporting the implementation of the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali and does not hinder it in any way.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“In that regard, we are encouraged by the reports of the adoption of legislation to support the establishment of the northern development zone. We reiterate the importance of the G-5 Sahel Joint Force in Mali and the Sahel region. Every possible effort should thus be made by the United Nations and its States Members to ensure that the continued challenges facing the G-5 Sahel Joint Force are addressed and that it has its full capacity and is able to efficiently implement its mandate. That is in addition to the life-support consumables that the G-5 Sahel Joint Force is already receiving from MINUSMA. There is an urgent need to resolve the root causes of instability, intercommunal clashes, terrorism and violent extremism.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“Asweheardinthebriefingby SpecialRepresentative Annadif, MINUSMA continues to help the authorities in Mali to restore State presence and State authority in northern and central Mali, primarily by ensuring the provision of basic services to its people, which is particularly important to ensure the normalization of the living conditions and the improvement of the lives of the ordinary citizens of Mali. However, such an undertaking requires sufficient resources. The international community should therefore redouble its efforts to mobilize the requisite funds for the 2019 humanitarian response plan for Mali. South Africa would like to also reiterate the importance of a comprehensive and holistic approach to the multiple challenges facing Mali, particularly with regard to improving economic growth and socioeconomic development.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“Such grass-roots efforts should include women, young people and religious and tribal leaders. We note the progress that has been made to date on the accelerated disarmament, demobilization and reintegration (DDR) processes, which could contribute to the redeployment of the reformed and reconstituted Malian defence and security forces throughout the country, especially in northern and central Mali. All possible measures must be taken by Malian authorities to address concerns regarding the DDR processes.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“It is important that the perpetrators of those attacks be held accountable and brought to justice. The cessation of hostilities between the Fulani and Dogon communities in central Mali with a view to reducing intercommunal violence is a positive development that must be commended. Despite that overture, however, the persistent intercommunal attacks that result in casualties among civilians, including women and children, have the potential to undermine the positive gains that have been made to date. The protection of civilians, particularly the vulnerable groups in the conflict, must be a priority for all those concerned. The Security Council should encourage, support and provide the capacity for community- based conflict resolution and mediation and sustained intercommunal, inter-ethnic and interreligious dialogue throughout Mali.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“It is also important that all Malians, including women, actively participate in the political processes in their country. In that regard, we are encouraged by the efforts being made to establish an independent women's observatory to enable women to participate in the monitoring of the implementation of the Agreement, which is an important step towards improving the participation of women in the political process in Mali. With regard to the security situation, South Africa remains concerned about the continued instability in the north and centre of Mali, as evidenced by the sustained attacks against MINUSMA peacekeepers and national and international forces. We condemn the recent attacks in September and early October that resulted in the loss of many lives, including 38 Malian soldiers and a peacekeeper from Chad.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“It will also reflect on the support provided by MINUSMA to the Joint Force of the Group of Five for the Sahel (G-5 Sahel) and on the sanctions imposed on Mali. With regard to the political process, South Africa welcomes the launch, in September, of the inclusive national dialogue. We urge stakeholders to participate in the national dialogue, which is aimed at contributing to the creation of political and institutional reforms that will characterize the future State of Mali and address the situation in the north and centre of Mali with a view to maintaining the sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity of the country. In that regard, we emphasize that the full implementation of the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali is vital for the establishment of peace, security and stability in northern Mali.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my national capacity as the representative of South Africa. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Annadif for his insightful briefing on the developments in Mali pertaining to the implementation of the mandate of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA). I also thank Ambassador Jose Singer Weisinger for his update on the work of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 2374 (2017) concerning Mali. We pay tribute to our peacekeepers and the members of the Malian armed forces who have sacrificed their lives so that Malians can enjoy peace in their homeland. My statement this morning will focus on the political process and the security and humanitarian situation in Mali.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“I thank Ambassador Singer Weisinger for his briefing. I shall now give the floor to those Council members who wish to make statements.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“Annadif and Ambassador Jose Singer Weisinger, in his capacity as Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2374 (2017) concerning Mali. I now give the floor to Mr. Annadif.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Mali to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Mr. Mahamat Saleh Annadif, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali, to participate in this meeting. Mr. Annadif is joining today's meeting via video- teleconference from Bamako. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2019/782, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Mali. At this meeting, we will hear briefings by Mr.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“"The Security Council reaffirms its strong commitment to the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of Syria." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/2019/12. The meeting rose at 10.15 am.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8635 (2019) · source