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Michael Kiboino

lines on the record: 81
first: 2021-02-16
most recent: 2021-05-21
sittings or episodes: 16
sources: un-security-council

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“It is important that frozen assets be well guarded for the future benefit of the Libyan people and appropriately reviewed, according to resolution 2571 (2021). We support the implementation of the arms embargo through the renewal of authorizations under resolution 2292 (2016). We urge close consultation with the Government of National Unity in their implementation. Finally, Kenya calls on all Member States and regional organizations to continue extending support for a truly Libyan-led and -owned peace process in a manner that upholds Libya’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence.”
2021-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/498 (2021) · source
“Kenya encourages the Government of National Unity to continue working towards the reunification of national institutions for the fulfilment of its commitments to the people. We also encourage continued investment in national reconciliation. In this regard, we welcome the establishment of the High National Reconciliation Commission and acknowledge the commitment of the African Union in supporting this process. The continued interception at sea, unfair treatment and return of migrants to Libyan ports, in violation of their basic human rights, is of concern to Kenya. Considering that Libya is not a safe port of return, we call on all those involved to discontinue this practice. Meanwhile, the continuing appalling situation of refugees in Libya calls for urgent attention. Sanctions should assist in advancing the peace process.”
2021-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/498 (2021) · source
“Kenya also calls for the deployment of a disarmament, demobilization and reintegration (DDR) programme in Libya, which should happen alongside security sector reforms. We are willing to share our experience in this regard, based on the implementation of our counter-terrorism and radicalization strategy. However, we must be conscious of the risk of fuelling the cyclical conflict in the region if the envisaged DDR programme is not accompanied by corresponding similar programmes in neighbouring States. It is therefore important that UNSMIL, in its support to Libya on this matter, work in close coordination and consultation with neighbouring States, regional organizations and other interested partners.”
2021-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/498 (2021) · source
“We should now pursue their implementation as we help the Libyan people press stronger towards the intended mark — a peaceful, secure and stable Libya devoid of unnecessary foreign interference. Kenya takes note of the Secretary-General’s report on UNSMIL (S/2021/451) and agrees on the need to ring-fence the political gains made towards the delivery of the 24 December elections. To inject more impetus into the ongoing process, Kenya emphasizes the need for all parties and Member States to fully respect the ceasefire agreement, including the immediate departure of foreign fighters and mercenaries, and comply with the arms embargo. The Secretariat should, in particular, complete the exercise of detailing the requirements for the deployment of the ceasefire monitoring support envisioned by resolution 2570 (2021).”
2021-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/498 (2021) · source
“My delegation is grateful for the briefing by Mr. Ján Kubiš, Special Envoy of the Secretary General on Libya, and Ambassador Tirumurti, Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011), concerning Libya. We also welcome our colleague Ambassador Taher Elsonni, Permanent Representative of Libya, and thank him for his contribution. Libya stands at the cusp of a major breakthrough in its long and painstaking peace process. We recognize the commendable gains achieved through the sheer resilience and determination of its people. We also commend the efforts of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) and the critical role of neighbouring States, regional organizations and other partners. The recent adoption of resolutions 2570 (2021) and 2571 (2021) was the required strong voice of the Council.”
2021-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/498 (2021) · source
“And, as the holy month of Ramadhan draws to an end, we wish our brothers and sisters in Yemen and all our Muslim colleagues Eid Mubarak.”
2021-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/465 (2021) · source
“The interceptions of such smuggling vessels imply that even more could be traversing undetected. This undermines existing arms embargoes and increases the threat to peace and security in the Middle East and the Horn of Africa. There have also been incidents of attacks against commercial shipping in this vital waterway. The overall picture is one of rising insecurity, with consequences for global trade and the security of neighbouring countries. For this reason, Kenya is drawing the attention of the Security Council to this regional dynamic, which, if left unaddressed, may escalate to alarming proportions. I conclude by reaffirming Kenya’s solidarity with the people of Yemen in their quest for peace and security. We will continue to support a Yemeni-owned and -led solution to end this protracted conflict.”
2021-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/465 (2021) · source
“An escalation in infections and the consequent impact on humanitarian needs could easily worsen the entire situation. Regarding the FSO SAFER oil tanker, we are disappointed by the additional preconditions for inspections raised by the Houthis. We continue to urge that timely access be granted to help prevent potential catastrophic eventualities. We draw the attention of the Security Council to the deteriorating maritime security in the region. The recent interception by the navy of the United States of America of an illicit shipment of weapons from a stateless dhow in the northern Arabian Sea is only the latest indicator of a worrying trend. We are concerned that armed groups in multiple countries, including Yemen and Somalia, are using the Red Sea, the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean off the coast of Somalia to smuggle weapons.”
2021-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/465 (2021) · source
“Kenya remains gravely concerned at the escalated deterioration of security in Ma’rib. We condemn the acts of violence that are worsening the humanitarian situation. While we press for a Yemeni-lead peace process, the international community must do its utmost to identify and hold accountable those continuing to direct violence at citizens and civilian objects. The international community should also increase funding for humanitarian- response operations; they provide the vital assistance families and communities need, and allow the peace process to progress. Additionally, national and local actors in Yemen must allow unhindered access to humanitarian aid, in accordance with international humanitarian law. We call on the international community to increase its coronavirus disease response assistance to Yemen.”
2021-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/465 (2021) · source
“I thank Special Envoy Martin Griffiths and Under-Secretary-General Mark Lowcock for their briefings. Today, Kenya’s statement will focus on the specific situation in Yemen, as well as the deteriorating maritime security in the region. Kenya supports the efforts being spearheaded by the Special Envoy and regional stakeholders for a political solution to the crisis in Yemen. We urge all the parties to use this crucial window of opportunity to genuinely commit to the cessation of any further violence as a foundation for lasting peace. Kenya condemns the continued use of violence to try to attain political aims, particularly the use of terrorist attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure. We further condemn the targeting of civilian and commercial infrastructure in Saudi Arabia.”
2021-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/465 (2021) · source
“It is therefore critical that all its investigations be conducted in a comprehensive, impartial and professional manner, consistent with the applicable international instruments and standards. We encourage continued coordinated collaboration, which would facilitate an expeditious conclusion of the investigations and allow the Council to focus its attention on the provision of humanitarian assistance and helping the Syrian people to reach a sustainable solution to the political crisis. Kenya strongly believes that a long-term solution to Syria’s crisis is an inclusive political dialogue, but one that is careful to not reward terrorist groups with political legitimacy. Kenya stands in solidarity with the people of Syria in that endeavour.”
2021-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/446 (2021) · source
“We also take note of the submission by the Syrian Arab Republic to the Security Council of its eighty-ninth monthly report regarding the activities in its territory relating to the destruction of its chemical weapons and production facilities. It has been seven years since resolution 2118 (2013) was adopted. Unfortunately, there has so far been little movement towards the conclusion and closure of those investigations. We believe that, for meaningful progress to happen, honest dialogue, transparency, trust and unity of purpose must be cultivated among all the relevant parties and stakeholders. The OPCW bears a profound responsibility as the guardian of the Chemical Weapons Convention.”
2021-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/446 (2021) · source
“I also thank the High Representative, Mrs. Nakamitsu, for her briefing. Kenya continues to strongly condemn the use of chemical weapons, toxic chemicals as weapons and any weapons of mass destruction by anyone, anywhere, under any circumstance. We consider them atrocities that constitute a threat to international peace and security and are a flagrant violation of international law. Kenya reaffirms its support for the mandate of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) and its responsibility as the technical body overseeing the implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention. We take note of the Director-General’s ninety-first monthly report (see S/2021/422) concerning the prohibition of chemical weapons.”
2021-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/446 (2021) · source
“This will facilitate socioeconomic development, enhanced adaptive capacity of local populations and reduced dependency on humanitarian aid. The international financial institutions can also do more to de-risk investments in fragile post-conflict environments, which often struggle to attract traditional investment. In addition, the Security Council should more robustly use the advisory role of the Peacebuilding Commission in post-conflict situations. In conclusion, I would reaffirm Kenya’s support for the measures that the Security Council will institute, including adopting the draft resolution contained in document S/2021/402 to deter the destruction of objects indispensable to the survival of civilian populations.”
2021-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/415 (2021) · source
“Secondly, the Council should embed the protection of objects indispensable to the survival of civilian population in its decision-making, including, but not limited to, applying impactful sanctions against individuals and groups that exploit the humanitarian space as a key part of their strategy and operations to further their terrorist agenda; ensuring that peacekeeping mandates are fit for purpose so as to deter and combat such exploitation; and making sure that missions have robust public messaging and counter-narrative capabilities. It is also time to start emphasizing resilience-based humanitarian support, which comprises rehabilitation and reconstruction of civilian infrastructure, restoration of essential services, and provision of modern equipment and technology.”
2021-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/415 (2021) · source
“This is prolonging conflicts and weakening the ability of peacekeeping missions and national security agencies to truly protect the peace and civilians. We look forward to more action to address this growing problem. Allow me to underscore some practical measures that, if implemented, would lead to more effective protection of objects indispensable to the survival of the civilian population in conflict situations. First, the Security Council should insist that parties to armed conflict adhere to international humanitarian law and protect civilian infrastructure that supports essential services as well as the workers who operate and maintain it.”
2021-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/415 (2021) · source
“We refer to the increasing exploitation of the humanitarian space and its associated civilian objects by such terrorist groups as Al-Qaida and the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant. These groups understand the humanitarian concerns directed at civilians who are victims of conflict and therefore utilize the population to generate finances, disguise their operations and recruit from traumatized, uprooted refugees. They also exploit civilian objects as cover to launch attacks, hoping to attract retaliation and subsequent collateral damage for propaganda purposes. Unfortunately, not enough is being done to deny them the space to engage in such manipulative and atrocious actions. If anything, terrorist groups increasingly feel that the humanitarian space is a strategic asset.”
2021-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/415 (2021) · source
“Indeed, this debate represents an opportunity to underline the importance for all parties to conflict to protect objects indispensable to the survival of civilian populations, including the infrastructure for food, agriculture, water and sanitation, medical services and energy. While this principle is well established in international humanitarian law, we believe it needs to be constantly emphasized so that it better informs the conduct of war and the responses of the international community. The concerns of the Security Council on this matter are clear. But even as it is right to express them, we must not lose sight of dangerous actors that are entrenching themselves in multiple countries and regions.”
2021-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/415 (2021) · source
“Kenya’s delegation thanks His Excellency Mr. Bui Thanh Son for hosting today’s open debate. We also thank all the distinguished briefers for their briefings. Kenya condemns the deliberate targeting of objects indispensable to the survival of civilian populations as a method of warfare. Beyond the immediate suffering it causes, it leads to long-lasting devastation of economies, livelihoods, education and social systems. These impacts persist long after the immediate conflict is over, including when ceasefires and peace agreements have been reached. It is for these reasons that we welcome today’s debate.”
2021-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/415 (2021) · source
“In conclusion, I reiterate that Kenya, the Niger, Tunisia and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines associate with the communities in Abyei Area in their dream to see Abyei become an oasis of peace and stability and a bridge between the people of the Sudan and South Sudan sooner rather than later. We stand ready to support the two brotherly countries in this endeavour.”
2021-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/408 (2021) · source
“Fifthly, the Security Council and international partners should continue offering support to the Sudan and South Sudan in a manner that contributes meaningfully and sustainably to resolving the issues of Abyei. In this regard, the African Union and the United Nations are urged to continue to extend the required diplomatic and political support, as well as technical assistance that will help the parties in the implementation of the existing framework agreement. The A3+1 further calls for strengthened international capacity-building efforts, as well as enhanced projects to improve lives and livelihoods of the communities in Abyei.”
2021-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/408 (2021) · source
“In this regard, any future decisions on the drawdown options for UNISFA should be informed by the views of the parties and be condition-based, including the determination of the final status of Abyei. We, however, underscore that, ultimately, a sustainable solution lies primarily on the urgent determination of the final status of Abyei as agreed upon by the two brotherly countries. Fourthly, we commend local leaders in Abyei who have demonstrated commitment to promoting women’s participation in local peace processes, including in the civic space. We emphasize the imperative of enhancing the role of women’s participation in decision-making, including in leadership positions at all levels.”
2021-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/408 (2021) · source
“We urge the two countries to leverage these relations to take concrete steps towards the full and urgent implementation of the remaining political processes in the determination of the final status of Abyei, taking into account the need for soft borders and the advancement of the civic, political and economic rights of the communities in Abyei. Secondly, both countries should avoid taking any unilateral actions that could undermine security and political stability in Abyei. The parties should engage constructively, including through regular meetings of the Joint Political and Security Mechanism and the Abyei Joint Oversight Committee. The parties should also faithfully implement the decisions of these and other relevant mechanisms. Thirdly, the safety and security of the people of Abyei must remain a priority.”
2021-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/408 (2021) · source
“The establishment of most of the temporary administration institutions for Abyei remains a work in progress, leaving the bulk of the responsibility for functional administration of the Area, including the maintenance of law and order, to UNISFA. With the final status of Abyei still pending, the hopes of children, women, youth and men in the Area for a peaceful and secure future remain in limbo. However, not all is lost. The A3+1 therefore underscore the following five points on the way forward. First, the improved relations between the Sudan and South Sudan and their efforts in facilitating and supporting their respective peace efforts are welcome.”
2021-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/408 (2021) · source
“This year marks the tenth anniversary of the establishment of UNISFA and the signing of the Agreement on Temporary Arrangements for the Administration and Security of Abyei Area between the Government of the Republic of the Sudan and the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement. It is also 16 years since the Comprehensive Peace Agreement between the Government of the Republic of the Sudan and the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Sudan People’s Liberation Army was concluded in 2005. Today, however, much more progress remains to be made towards the determination of the final status of Abyei. In particular, much more remains to be done in the political process, such as the implementation of the interim measures agreed by the parties in June 2011.”
2021-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/408 (2021) · source
“The A3+1 commends the continued efforts of the African Union, neighbouring States and leaders, the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei and the Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa in advancing the quest for peace and security in Abyei. We pay tribute to the UNISFA personnel who continue to faithfully implement the mission’s mandate of providing security, ensuring peaceful migration throughout the Abyei Area, supporting intercommunity peace efforts and facilitating stability and reconciliation in the Abyei Area. Indeed, UNISFA and the Joint Border Verification and Monitoring Mechanism constitute an anchor of stability along the borders between South Sudan and the Sudan.”
2021-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/408 (2021) · source
“I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the African members of the Security Council — namely, Kenya, the Niger and Tunisia — as well as Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (A3+1). We are grateful to the Secretary-General for his report on the situation in Abyei and also on the drawdown options for the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) (S/2021/383). We also thank Under-Secretary-General Jean-Pierre Lacroix and the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for the Horn of Africa, Mr. Parfait Onanga-Anyanga, for their briefings. In addition, we welcome the participation of South Sudan, the Sudan and Ethiopia in this briefing.”
2021-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/408 (2021) · source
“Effective coordination between early warning mechanisms and national and local community leaders should be emphasized to mitigate information and reporting gaps. A survivor-centred approach that factors in all victims, comprises the timely reporting of offenses and accountability, and prioritizes medical, psychological, psychosocial and economic support, in alignment with resolution 2467 (2019), should be strengthened. And, finally, stronger integration of the women and peace and security, counter-terrorism and countering violent extremism agendas should be pursued to ensure the accountability of perpetrators of sexual violence in conflict situations.”
2021-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/375 (2021) · source
“In view of these observations, we wish to make the following recommendations. Resolution 2475 (2019), which underlines the rights and protection of women and children with disabilities in conflict situations, needs to move from a disability-needs-based approach to the operationalization of full, equal and meaningful participation of women with disabilities in leadership and decision- making at all levels. The protection pillar should encompass not only the protection of women, but also the protection of the grass-roots and national gains achieved by women in peace negotiation processes. Sexual and gender-based violence should be incorporated as a separate listing criterion with concurrent targeted sanctions against specific perpetrators in the mandates and sanction regimes that do not have such language.”
2021-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/375 (2021) · source
“This calls for strengthened coordination with communal and religious leaders and the work of the Peacebuilding Commission. Secondly, women and peace and security resolution 2242 (2015) recognizes that acts of sexual and gender-based violence are part of the strategic objectives and ideology of certain terrorist groups, including Al-Qaida, the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant, Al-Shabaab and Boko Haram. The Secretary-General’s current report makes specific references to the link between sexual violence, trafficking in persons, terrorism and violent extremism. For instance, the report cites efforts by the United Nations multi-partner trust fund project in Somalia in support of women formerly associated with Al-Shabaab, many of whom are survivors of conflict- related sexual violence.”
2021-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/375 (2021) · source
“The United Nations should and can support the implementation of such infrastructure, particularly in Member States that are fragile from conflict. Regarding the Security Council framework on women and peace and security, Kenya welcomes the progress made in the advocacy and evolution of the normative framework, addressing conflict-related sexual violence. Allow me to make two observations in regard to gaps and opportunities within the sexual violence in conflict agenda. First, the gendered impact of intra-State conflicts needs more attention, particularly where conflict-related sexual violence has the resultant effects of early marriage, girls dropping out of school, forced displacements, increased refugee and internally displaced persons living situations, and threats to local women peacebuilders.”
2021-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/375 (2021) · source
“In particular, we call on the Council to note and support the outcomes of the ministerial-level meeting of the African Union Peace and Security Council on 22 March, chaired by Kenya, on the theme “Women, Peace, Culture and Gender Inclusivity in Africa”. The resultant communiqué, among others, underlined the need to build the required infrastructure to provide medical and psychosocial care and trauma healing to victims and survivors of sexual and gender-based violence and all other violations in conflict settings and countries emerging from conflict. It also urges all Member States and partners to invest in awareness programmes, to sensitize communities on the available support and structures for victims and survivors of trauma aimed at addressing stigmatization.”
2021-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/375 (2021) · source
“Kenya thanks Viet Nam for convening this open debate and all the briefers for sharing their diverse perspectives. We also welcome the Secretary-General’s current report on conflict-related sexual violence (S/2021/312), particularly the focus on frameworks of cooperation with specific country and regional mechanisms. Kenya strongly condemns gender-based violence and its manifestation in sexual violence in all contexts and all situations. Kenya supports the upholding and strengthening of protection against gender-based violence, including under international human rights law. Kenya is currently undertaking its second phase of the implementation of the women and peace and security national action plan. Kenya calls on the Security Council and the international community to support regional efforts against conflict-related sexual violence.”
2021-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/375 (2021) · source
“Kenya reiterates its solidarity with and support for the people of Syria as they continue to seek a sustainable solution, through an inclusive Syrian-led dialogue aimed at a political resolution that is truly responsive to the will and needs of the millions of the Syrian people who have endured suffering for far too long.”
2021-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/337 (2021) · source
“Such briefings are encouraged, as they constitute a critical component for ensuring transparency in the investigative role of the OPCW and its Technical Secretariat. As stated in our previous statements, Kenya believes that an expeditious conclusion and closure of these investigations will allow the Council to direct its full attention to helping the Syrian people reach a sustainable solution to the decade- old political crisis. We therefore call for closer coordination between Syria and the OPCW, particularly in resolving the pending identified gaps, inconsistencies and discrepancies.”
2021-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/337 (2021) · source
“We take note of the submission by the Syrian Arab Republic to the Council of its eighty-eighth monthly report regarding the activities in its territory relating to the destruction of its chemical weapons and production facilities. Kenya welcomes the deployment of the Declaration Assessment Team (DAT) to Syria and takes note of the subsequent diplomatic note from the Syrian Arab Republic, containing further explanations regarding the results of the sample analysis. We look forward to further updates on the outcomes of the deployment, with the anticipation that they will bear reports of progress. Kenya also welcomes the regular briefings by the OPCW to the States parties on the status of the mandated activities in the Syrian Arab Republic, including the work of the DAT, the Fact-Finding Mission and the Investigation and Identification Team.”
2021-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/337 (2021) · source
“I thank Mrs. Izumi Nakamitsu for her briefing and for her regular updates, on the ongoing activities of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), including the investigations on the use of chemical weapons. We also take note of the Director-General’s ninetieth monthly report (see S/2021/305) concerning the prohibition of chemical weapons. Let me reaffirm Kenya’s conviction and belief that the use of chemical weapons anywhere and by anyone constitutes a clear and unacceptable violation of international law. Indeed, no cause can ever justify the use of a weapon of mass destruction by any actor, under any circumstance whatsoever. Thus, any claims of the use of such weapons must be investigated in a professional and transparent manner, consistent with applicable international instruments and standards.”
2021-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/337 (2021) · source
“We all agree that the comprehensive review and its open consultations constitute a key part of the work of the Committee, and, with both pending, it is important to remain flexible and open to options that would ensure that the Committee resumes its important work. That is why I wish to reaffirm Kenya’s flexibility on any agreed path that would get us back to the substantive work of the Committee. I reiterate Kenya’s full support for Ambassador De la Fuente Ramírez as Chair of the Committee and reaffirm our readiness to constructively engage in this important work.”
2021-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/325 (2021) · source
“However, the past year has also shown that there are innovative ways, to ensure that the important work of the Council goes on. We note in this regard that the Committee took precautionary measures in conducting its business, which it did largely by virtual means. As we consider the way forward for the 1540 Committee, Kenya is eager to see two things: first, that the work of the Committee moves forward, and secondly, that Committee meetings that require the involvement of experts from capitals can attract and receive the broadest possible participation. In this regard, we duly acknowledge the various concerns expressed in relation to the options for extension of the Committee’s mandate and the programme of work.”
2021-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/325 (2021) · source
“I welcome the briefing by Ambassador Juan Ramón de la Fuente Ramírez and commend him on his leadership of the work of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004). The work of the 1540 Committee is a critical component of the global non- proliferation architecture designed to prevent non-State actors, including terrorists, from gaining access to weapons of mass destruction. Kenya therefore takes the work of the Committee seriously, as it considers that the threat of weapons of mass destructions remains real and continues to evolve. It is clear to all that the coronavirus disease pandemic has made the logistics of the work of the Committee, and indeed, the Council generally, more complex.”
2021-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/325 (2021) · source
“It is our hope that there will be meaningful commitment to these processes in order to inject a fresh momentum into the Middle East peace process, in alignment with international law, the Charter of the United Nations, the Council’s resolutions — including resolution 2334 (2016) — and the Arab Peace Initiative. And as mentioned in the Middle East consultations that the Council held last month, Kenya welcomes the normalization of relations between Israel and multiple majority-Arab States. It is our hope that this development will make it easier, rather than harder, to actualize the normalization of relations between the Israelis and the Palestinians at both the grass-roots and the national levels.”
2021-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/302 (2021) · source
“We have seen positive initiatives and dynamics in most of these areas. We believe that commitment to the principle of building bridges on multiple platforms will contribute to the comprehensive implementation of resolution 2334 (2016). We have taken note of the progress made in the registration of voters and acknowledge the efforts for intra-Palestinian reconciliation geared towards the upcoming legislative and presidential elections, including through the two rounds of talks held in Cairo in February and this month. Additionally, Kenya supports the call for the reinvigoration of the Middle East Quartet and the recent resumption of meetings with the participation of all parties. It is important for the Munich format and other confidence-building initiatives in the Gulf and the broader subregion to complement the work of the Quartet.”
2021-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/302 (2021) · source
“We call for strengthened cooperation to ensure the safe movement of health and other essential workers, equity in access to vaccines, and definitive medical care to allow for equitable socioeconomic recovery, including for East Jerusalem. The strengthened role and reinforced funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East will also go a long way towards mitigating the political and socioeconomic challenges in the delivery of basic food and medical services, particularly for populations in internally displaced and refugee situations. My second point relates to the recommendation of reinforced efforts aimed at achieving the stabilization of the situation, reversing negative trends on the ground and creating conditions for successful direct final-status negotiations.”
2021-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/302 (2021) · source
“All these elements have implications for the peace and security and stability of the Middle East region. I reaffirm Kenya’s condemnation of all acts of violence by all parties, including acts of terror, as well as all acts of provocation, incitement, evictions, destruction and demolition of civilian infrastructure. Based on today’s briefing, I will make two points. My first point relates to the political, socioeconomic and humanitarian impacts of the coronavirus disease pandemic. It is quite commendable that Israel is currently one of the fastest vaccine distributors globally. Kenya welcomes the ongoing vaccination efforts among Palestinian workers and the recent rollout of vaccines through the COVID-19 Vaccine Global Access initiative in Gaza and the West Bank.”
2021-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/302 (2021) · source
“I thank the Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, Tor Wennesland, for his overview of the current state of play regarding the implementation of resolution 2334 (2016). As we reaffirm the actualization of the long-held vision of a region where two democratic States, Israel and Palestine, live side by side in peace and within secure and recognized borders based on the 1967 lines, the practicality and full implementation of resolution 2334 (2016) will need to include and go beyond the issue of settlements, territorial contiguity and the viability of the two-State solution. It will have to address the immediate socioeconomic connotations of acts that violate all aspects of the resolution and the violations that continue to entrench the economic isolation of parts of the region from the wider regional and global markets.”
2021-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/302 (2021) · source
“Kenya also supports the expansion of the UNSMIL mandate to include a ceasefire monitoring component, including the 5+5 Joint Military Commission’s request for unarmed, non-uniformed individual international monitors, to be deployed under the auspices of the United Nations. Finally, national reconciliation must be given priority to ensure that the peace dividends are sustainable. With the establishment of the Cabinet, the sitting of the House of Representatives and the continued dialogues, the conditions are ripe. Kenya welcomes the support offered by the African Union in advancing national reconciliation in furtherance of the peace process. We therefore anticipate close cooperation between the United Nations and the African Union in that regard.”
2021-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/292 (2021) · source
“For the sustainable success of the DDR programme, it should be carried out in cooperation and coordination with the neighbouring States and the African Union. Kenya is further concerned about the continued violations of the arms embargo. We cannot overemphasize the need for respect for the arms embargo and holding all violators accountable. We note the Secretary-General’s report regarding the advance team (see S/2021/281) and the fact that it has not completed its work. We are keen to receive the full report of the team soon, noting that it will inform the Council’s decision on the form of support that the United Nations should provide. Meanwhile, I wish to underscore the imperative for the United Nations to support the Libya ceasefire monitoring mechanism.”
2021-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/292 (2021) · source
“Even as we celebrate the positive developments, Kenya remains concerned about the continued presence of foreign fighters and mercenaries, who are not adding value to the quest for peace and stability of Libya and the region. We therefore continue to call for their exit, in line with the ceasefire agreement of 23 October 2020. One of the risks associated with foreign fighters is the proliferation of arms falling into the wrong hands, not just in Libya but also in neighbouring countries. Kenya continues to insist on the need for a coordinated disarmament, demobilization and reintegration (DDR) programme in a manner that corresponds with the withdrawal of foreign fighters and mercenaries.”
2021-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/292 (2021) · source
“Stephanie Williams, former Acting Special Representative of the Secretary-General, as well as all stakeholders — including neighbouring countries, particularly Tunisia — for the roles they played in helping the Libya peace process reach where it is today. To protect these gains and sustain the current momentum, it is important, that the Security Council continue to speak in a strong, unified voice in support of the peace process. The presidential statements of February and March were timely. We believe that a stronger voice within a resolution would send a resounding message to the stakeholders to stay the course of the Libya-led and Libya-owned peace process.”
2021-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/292 (2021) · source
“We welcome the fact that it reflects a significant development in the representation of women in high-profile portfolios, including the foreign affairs and justice ministries. The newly established Government bears on its shoulders the responsibility to pursue the aspirations of the Libyan people, as spelled out by Prime Minister Abdul Dbeibah, including the delivery of national elections slated for 24 December, the restoration of services in all parts of Libya, ensuring the departure of foreign fighters and mercenaries, the revival of the economy and national reconciliation. Kenya commends Ms.”
2021-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/292 (2021) · source