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Moncada

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“In this vein, we call for the intensification of international and regional efforts in support of this objective, and recall the responsibilities of the Security Council and the General Assembly in this regard, as most recently reaffirmed in resolution 2334 (2016). We believe that this resolution provides the most viable path to peace, setting forth the essential requirements and parameters for a just solution that would preserve the two-State solution on basis of the pre-1967 lines, with respect for the long-standing terms of reference of peace endorsed by the international community and in accordance with the relevant United Nations resolutions, the Madrid principles, including the principle of land for peace, the Arab Peace Initiative and the Quartet road map.”
2018-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8244 (2018) · source
“In this regard, and in line with our principled position, we demand once again that Israel abide by resolution 497 (1981) and fully withdraw from the occupied Syrian Golan to the lines of 4 June 1967, pursuant to resolutions 242 (1967) and 338 (1973). In relation to the Palestinian question, the States members of NAM. remain ready to contribute to the achievement of a peaceful, just and lasting solution to the conflict. We therefore welcomed the peace proposal presented by President Mahmoud Abbas to the Security Council on 20 February (see S/PV.8183) and extend our support to his call for the early convening of an international peace conference.”
2018-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8244 (2018) · source
“This requires urgent attention and action in accordance with international law, the relevant resolutions and, of course, the Charter of the United Nations itself. Moreover, the Security Council must uphold its duties in the framework of the Charter of the United Nations and act to uphold its own resolutions, which constitute the foundation for a peaceful, just and lasting solution to the conflict. Furthermore, we reaffirm that all measures and actions taken or to be taken by Israel, the occupying Power - such as its illegal decision of 14 December 1981 aimed at altering the legal, physical and demographic status of the occupied Syrian Golan and its institutional structure, as well as Israel's measures to apply its jurisdiction and administration there - are null and void and have no legal effect.”
2018-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8244 (2018) · source
“This year marks the seventieth anniversary of the Nakba, the catastrophe and tragedy that befell the Palestinian people in 1948 when they lost their homeland under the Palestine Mandate and the majority of Palestinians were forcibly expelled or fled in fear. Uprooted from their cities, towns and villages, dispossessed and displaced, they became refugees whose tragic plight continues until this day. We take this opportunity to once again call for the undertaking and intensification of all efforts required to bring an end to this injustice and advance a peaceful and just solution. We cannot allow the suffering of the heroic Palestinian people to continue. In this regard, NAM. reaffirms that the ongoing Israeli occupation, and the Palestinian-Israeli conflict as a whole, continue to pose a serious threat to international peace and security.”
2018-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8244 (2018) · source
“We believe that these must be resolutely addressed through multilateralism in the framework of international law and the relevant United Nations resolutions. The situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question, can be no exception. In that regard, we, the 120 States members of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries, in accordance with the communique' issued on 19 April, reaffirm the full validity of the purposes and principles enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations and reiterate our unwavering commitment to the peaceful resolution of disputes, in accordance with Article 2 and Chapter VI of the Charter of the United Nations, as well as with the provisions of General Assembly resolution 2625 (XXV) of 24 October 1970. Many sombre anniversaries took place in 2017, and 2018 seems to be no different.”
2018-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8244 (2018) · source
“Mr. Moncada (Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela) (spoke in Spanish): It is an honour for the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela to take the floor on behalf of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries (NAM) at this quarterly open debate on a matter to which we have historically attached special importance, namely, the situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question, particularly at the current international juncture. At the outset, we would like to express our appreciation to Mr. Nikolay Mladenov, Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, for his valuable briefing. We are living in a world facing multiple, complex and newly emerging threats and challenges to international peace and security.”
2018-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8244 (2018) · source
“In that regard, we, the 120 members of the Non-Aligned Movement, take this opportunity to pay tribute to and recognize the important work carried out by all peacekeeping personnel, men and women alike, who work in armed conflicts and, in many cases, in adverse conditions on the ground, risking their lives on a daily basis. We extend our sincere appreciation to all of them, including those who have lost their lives in operations on the ground, defending the flag of the United Nations and the cause of peace.”
2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source
“In addition, the States members of the Movement reiterate the importance that they attach to discussion and the reports of the annual substantive session of the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations, which is the only forum of the United Nations with a mandate to thoroughly consider every aspect of the issue of peacekeeping operations. In conclusion, we wish to state that the safety of United Nations mission personnel remains a matter of concern. We categorically condemn all attacks and acts of violence against peacekeepers, which saw a notable increase last year. Likewise, we call for all necessary measures to be taken to ensure that those responsible for such attacks are held accountable and brought to justice.”
2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source
“As reflected in the Santos Cruz report, performance affects the security of peacekeeping personnel. However, when dealing with the issue of performance, it is the performance of missions as a whole, and not only that of their contingents, that should be evaluated. Guaranteeing the effective implementation of mission mandates is the responsibility of the interested parties and is subject to a variety of critical factors, including but not limited to viable, realistic and well- defined mandates; political willingness, leadership, performance and accountability at all levels; sufficient financial and human resources; and policies, planning, guidelines and operational training. In addition, we reiterate our support for the Secretary-General's zero- tolerance policy on sexual exploitation and abuse.”
2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source
“It is worth noting that during the seventeenth Summit of the Movement, held in 2016 in Venezuela, our Heads of State and Government reaffirmed their principled position on peacekeeping operations, which must be carried out in strict compliance with the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations. They also stressed that respect for the principles of sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of States, as well as non-interference in internal affairs, are fundamental elements of joint efforts to promote international peace and security. In doing so, they reiterated that respect for the basic principles of peacekeeping - primarily the consent of parties, impartiality and the non-use of force except in cases of self-defence and defence of the mandate - is essential to the success of peacekeeping operations.”
2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source
“While there is agreement on the fundamental role that United Nations peacekeeping operations have played in achieving security and sustaining peace, as indicated in the concept note (S/2018/184, annex), we emphasize that, in the context of an integrated approach and with the objective of lasting peace and security, the implementation of all mandated tasks must be supported and accompanied by an inclusive, parallel and comprehensive political peacekeeping process that is well planned and carefully designed, based on national ownership and the support of the international community, as well as the consent and adherence of the parties concerned. In other words, peacekeeping operations should not be used as an alternative to addressing the root causes of conflicts or to manage conflicts.”
2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source
“The States members of the Movement reiterate their commitment to promoting the peaceful settlement of disputes, in accordance with the provisions of Article 2 and Chapter IV of the Charter of the United Nations, as well as with all relevant United Nations resolutions and international law as a whole, in order to contribute to strengthening international peace and security and to save future generations from the scourge of war and armed conflict, including by strengthening the role of the United Nations in the peaceful resolution of disputes, the prevention and resolution of conflicts, the promotion of trust, national reconciliation and post- conflict peacebuilding, rehabilitation, reconstruction and development.”
2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source
“Such an alliance could result, among other things, in the formulation of clear and viable mandates that reflect the scale of existing challenges on the ground, but only if such cooperation is continuous, substantive, representative and meaningful, including before the renewal of mandates. In that regard, the action plan resulting from the Santos Cruz report on improving the security of United Nations peacekeepers, of which we take note, provides a good basis for jointly responding to issues of concern and the common challenges we face, as well as for defining a long-term strategy, ensuring that peacekeeping operations can address the realities on the ground.”
2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source
“In addition, we thank the Secretary-General, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission and Ms. Fatimata Toure for their valuable briefings. Anything that concerns improving the efficiency and effectiveness of United Nations peacekeeping operations is a matter of vital importance to the Non-Aligned Movement, in view of the fact that 88 per cent of peacekeeping personnel deployed on the ground come from non-aligned countries. Throughout our statement in this open debate, we will therefore emphasizetheneedforeffectivetriangularconsultations, or rather a renewed and revitalized alliance of shared responsibility among the Security Council, troop- and police-contributing countries and the Secretariat, in order to perform objective assessments and harness the potential of peacekeeping mandates and operations.”
2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source
“Mr. Moncada (Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela) (spoke in Spanish): It is an honour for the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela to take the floor and deliver this statement on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement. At the outset, we wish to convey, on behalf of the States members of the Movement, our respect to His Excellency Mr. Mark Rutte, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, and to express our gratitude to his delegation for convening this high-level open debate on such an important issue. We are also grateful for the concept note (S/2018/184, annex) that has been circulated to guide our discussions today. We also take this opportunity to recognize the diligence with which the delegation of the State of Kuwait, a member State of the Movement, presided over this organ during the brief but intense month of February.”
2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source
“Only a comprehensive solution to the question of Palestine will enable us to achieve the long-sought peace in the Middle East region and to finally resolve the Arab-Israeli conflict as a whole.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“To conclude, while reiterating its call for the strengthening of international efforts aimed at achieving, without further delay, an end to the Israeli occupation that began in 1967 and the long-overdue objective ofajust, lasting, comprehensive and peaceful solution, the Movement reaffirms its long-standing support for, and solidarity with, that just cause and its strong commitment to continuing to support the heroic Palestinian people in their quest to achieve their inalienable rights and legitimate national aspirations, including their right to self-determination, freedom and independence in their independent State of Palestine, with East Jerusalem as its capital. That is vital for the establishment of a just, comprehensive and sustainable peace.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“Moreover, the States members of the Movement emphasize the need for Israel to withdraw from all Lebanese territories, including the Sheba'a farms, the Kfar Shuba hills and the Lebanese part of occupied Al-Ghajar village up to the Blue line, in accordance with relevant international resolutions, in particular resolution 1701 (2006).”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“The Non-Aligned Movement reaffirms that all measures and actions taken or to be taken by Israel, the occupying Power, such as its illegal decision of 14 December 1981, which purports to alter the legal, physical and demographic status ofthe occupied Syrian Golan and its institutional structure, as well as the measures taken by Israel to apply its jurisdiction and administration there, are null and void and have no legal effect. In this regard and in line with our principled position, we demand once again that Israel abide by the provisions of resolution 497 (1981) and withdraw immediately from the occupied Syrian Golan to the lines of4 June 1967, in accordance with resolutions 242 (1967) and 338 (1973).”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“In the light of the current situation on the ground, threats against the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) could result in nothing less than a humanitarian disaster in Gaza, with potential destabilizing consequences in host countries. The Movement, therefore, urges States to extend the needed support to UNRWA without delay, in line with humanitarian principles, the relevant resolutions and the abiding international responsibility vis-a-vis the Palestinian question, in order to ensure continued vital assistance to Palestinian refugees pending a just solution to their plight.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“In this regard, the Movement reiterates its call for the total lifting of the 10-year-old Israeli blockade of Gaza, which continues to impose untold humanitarian, social and economic suffering on more than 2 million Palestinian children, women and men. The Movement stresses once again that the crisis in Gaza must be addressed comprehensively, in accordance with international law, including humanitarian and human rights law and the relevant United Nations resolutions, in the context of the overall situation and of the continued illegitimate, belligerent Israeli foreign occupation of Palestinian territory since 1967 and of the unequivocal calls for an end to this half-century of occupation.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“We are alarmed by and deeply deplore such flagrant contempt by the occupying Power of the unequivocal determination by the Security Council on this issue, which clearly reaffirmed that Israel's settlement activities have no legal validity and constitute a clear violation under international law, and called on Israel to immediately and completely cease all settlement activities in the occupied Palestinian territory, including East Jerusalem, and fully respect all of its legal obligations, including those under the Fourth Geneva Convention. Turning to Gaza, the situation remains one of great concern for the Movement, particularly the serious humanitarian situation.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“Moreover, such actions could potentially have far- reaching repercussions for the future of the two-State solution to the conflict as prescribed by the Council. That is why they must be fully condemned and rejected. The Movement strongly condemns the recent provocative decisions by Israel, the occupying Power, to proceed with its settlement activities, in grave breach of international law and in direct and deliberate violation of the relevant United Nations resolutions, including resolution 2334 (2016).”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“Unilateral actions of that sort, in flagrant disrespect of Security Council resolutions, aside from jeopardizing the possibility of achieving the two-State solution based on the pre-1967 borders, could seriously destabilize the fragile situation on the ground, with dangerous effects, as can currently be seen given that Israel, the occupying Power, has further intensified its illegal and inhuman policies in occupied Palestine, including in East Jerusalem. It has done so including through the enactment of laws aimed at further entrenching its 50-year foreign occupation and facilitating its illegal acquisition of territory by force through annexationist measures, which are prohibited by international law and by this very Council.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“We reaffirm that any attempts to alter the character, status or demographic composition of the city of Jerusalem, as set out in the relevant Security Council and General Assembly resolutions, have no legal effect and are null and void, and we also stress that Jerusalem is a final-status issue to be resolved through negotiations. We further reaffirm all Security Council and General Assembly resolutions relating to Jerusalem and confirm that it is an integral part of occupied Palestinian territory.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“Today the Non-Aligned Movement joins the overwhelming international consensus in expressing its grave concern regarding recent developments in the occupied Palestinian territory, including East Jerusalem, in particular since the decision unilaterally announced by some Governments that they would transfer their embassies to Israel to the city of Jerusalem. In line with the communication issued by the Movement on 5 December 2017, we reject these and any other related actions aimed at consolidating Israel's control and the unlawful de facto annexation of the city. In this regard, we recall and reaffirm the provisions of resolution 478 (1980), which expressly called on those States that have established diplomatic missions in Jerusalem to withdraw such missions from the holy city.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“It is therefore imperative that action be taken immediately, in accordance with United Nations resolutions, to redress the situation on the ground, de-escalate tensions and foster an appropriate environment for the pursuit of peace. Provocations, unilateral actions and the escalation of tensions are completely incompatible with the pursuit of peace and can be neither rationalized nor accepted. Clearly, contempt for the Security Council and disregard for United Nations resolutions can only exacerbate the situation, with further grave consequences, which must be avoided.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“We believe that the resolution provides the most viable path to peace, as it sets forth the essential requirements and parameters for a just solution that would preserve the two-State solution on the basis of the pre-1967 borders, respecting the terms of reference of peace endorsed by the international community, in accordance with the relevant United Nations resolutions and the Madrid principles, including the principle of land for peace, the Arab Peace Initiative and the Quartet road map. Moreover, the Movement reiterates its call for full respect for and the implementation of all relevant resolutions in this regard, as this would create the conditions necessary to end the occupation, justly resolve the conflict in all its aspects and make Palestinian-Israeli peace and security a reality.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“In this regard, the States members of the Movement remain ready to contribute to the achievement of such a solution, and we therefore call for intensified regional and international efforts in support of this objective. We also recall the responsibility ofthe Security Council and the General Assembly in this regard, including what was recently reaffirmed in resolution 2334 (2016), which was welcomed and supported strongly by the Movement.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“The Movement reaffirms that the ongoing Israeli occupation and the Palestinian-Israeli conflict as a whole continue to pose a serious threat to international peace and security. This urgently requires attention and a solution that is in keeping with international law, the relevant United Nations resolutions and, of course, the Charter of the United Nations itself. Moreover, the Security Council must uphold its responsibilities under the Charter in this regard and act to ensure that its own resolutions are upheld, as these are binding on all States Members of the United Nations and represent the basis of a peaceful, just and lasting solution to the conflict.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“At this critical juncture, and recognizing the paramount importance of resuming negotiations to achieve a just and peaceful solution, in accordance with relevant General Assembly and Security Council resolutions, the Movement reaffirms its commitment to strengthening and coordinating international efforts to promote a just, peaceful and lasting solution to the Palestinian question, in all its aspects, including respect for justice and the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people, including to self-determination and independence. At the same time, it urges all the parties and Member States involved to work to that end. This continues to be a priority within the Movement's agenda and is reaffirmed at the highest levels on an ongoing basis.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“In the light of the critical situation and diminishing prospects for peace, including as a result of recent provocative unilateral action taken with regard to Jerusalem, in violation of Security Council resolutions, and the adverse impact of such action, the Non-Aligned Movement takes this opportunity to reaffirm its abiding solidarity with the Palestinian people and its unwavering support for their just cause.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“Mr. Moncada (Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela) (spoke in Spanish): It is an honour for the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela to speak on behalf of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries at today's quarterly debate on a subject to which we have always attached great importance - the situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question. First, let us thank the Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process and Personal Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Nickolay Mladenov, for his useful briefing.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“In that regard, and on the subject under discussion in today's open debate, the member States of the Non-Aligned Movement reaffirm the role and authority of the General Assembly, including in matters related to international peace and security, as the main deliberative, normative and representative organ of the United Nations, in line with the provisions ofArticle 12 of the Charter of the United Nations.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“In conclusion, the Non-Aligned Movement, in rejecting any politicization of the fight against human trafficking and attempts to use it as a tool for undermining States' political stability, would like to take this opportunity to reiterate its concern about the Security Council's continued usurpation of the functions and powers of the General Assembly and the Economic and Social Council by its consideration of issues that traditionally fall within the remit of those bodies.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“In that regard, we strongly urge the international community to refrain from taking any measures that stigmatize particular groups or individuals, including third-country nationals and their families. We should also point out that there is no one solution to the problem of trafficking in persons. We must therefore formulate strategies adapted to national ownership and aimed at preventing and combating illegal practices such as these that violate victims' human rights.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“In discussing the central theme of today's open debate, we must also take into account the current unprecedented flows of refugees and migrants, an issue that was discussed at length at the seventeenth Summit Conference of Non-Aligned Countries, held in September 2016 on Isla de Margarita in Venezuela. The Heads of State and Government at the Summit acknowledged the humanitarian emergencies that this global and growing phenomenon has created, along with an enormous number of refugees, chiefly the result of conflict, with particular repercussions for women and children. The member States of the Movement also emphasize the importance of ensuring that all States address the problem of trafficking in persons and international migration through a cooperative dialogue on an equal footing.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“Moreover, while stressing the importance of the full and effective implementation of the United Nations Global Plan of Action to Combat Trafficking in Persons in the comprehensive fight against that scourge, States members of the Movement commend the high-level Meeting of the General Assembly on the implementation of that Plan of Action, held in New York on 27 and 28 September, and the political declaration adopted at that time. We would also like to take this opportunity to emphasize the historic opportunity presented by the intergovernmental conference on migration to be held from 10 to 11 December 2018 in Morocco, and to express our commitment to contributing actively to the negotiation process on a global compact for safe, orderly and regular migration.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“At the same time, we underscore the importance of the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime and call on States that have not yet done so to consider becoming parties to the Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons, Especially Women and Children, and the Protocol against the Smuggling of Migrants by Land, Sea and Air. Likewise, States members of the Movement call on the international community to consider establishing national and local institutions dedicated to the fight against that scourge.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“In that regard, the Movement urges States to address that issue through international, regional and bilateral cooperation and dialogue and, inter alia, to implement and to strengthen effective measures to combat and to eliminate all forms of transnational organized crime, including trafficking in persons, in order to counter the demand for trafficked victims and to protect the victims, in particular women and children subjected to forced labour, sexual or commercial exploitation, violence and sexual abuse, and to bring to justice the perpetrators of those crimes.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“One of the many examples that we could unfortunately mention is the current situation in the Sahelo-Saharan region, where hostage-taking, involving ransom payments, and terrorist acts threaten regional security and stability due to, among other factors, the ever-increasing links among the illicit trafficking of firearms, illicit drug trafficking and trafficking in persons, hence the importance of resolutely and effectively combating transnational organized crime, including human trafficking.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“In addition, as noted earlier, that global phenomenon has been triggered by, inter alia, armed conflict, which serves as a breeding ground for terrorism. In that regard, the Movement expresses its concern over the growing links between that scourge and transnational organized crime, taking into account that human trafficking is being used as a way to finance and to recruit for terrorist activities. In recent years, that situation has been exacerbated by situations of armed conflict in various regions of the world.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“That phenomenon must be addressed both collectively and comprehensively, including by examining its root causes and drivers and taking into account its multidimensional nature, in order to adopt a consistent, comprehensive and coordinated approach. At the same time, it is also important to recognize the role and responsibilities of the countries of origin, transit and destination in effectively promoting and protecting the human rights and fundamental freedoms of individuals subjected to such crimes and in committing to coordination of their efforts and active cooperation with one another. That means adopting a preventive rather than a military approach to address such a complex issue, including through enhanced international cooperation.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“Likewise, States members of the Movement underscore the need to ensure that people who have been trafficked, with whom they express their solidarity, are treated as victims of crime and, in line with national legislation, are not penalized or stigmatized for their involvement in unlawful activities in which they have been forced to engage. Similarly, it is imperative to break any cycle of impunity that may exist and to hold accountable those responsible for committing such crimes, which, in some circumstances, may amount to war crimes or crimes against humanity. As rightly noted in the concept note for this open debate (S/2017/972, annex), human trafficking is both a cause and a consequence of conflict and instability, affecting in particular women, children, refugees, migrants and internally displaced persons.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“All those elements have caused millions of people to become displaced in their own countries or to migrate or to seek refuge overseas in the pursuit of safety, stability, opportunities and development at the risk of greater vulnerability by being subjected to crimes such as human trafficking. In that regard, while recognizing that victims of those crimes are particularly exposed to racism, discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance, among others, we reaffirm the Movement's commitment to preventing human rights violations in line with the rule of law and its obligation under international law, in particular international human rights law, international refugee law and international humanitarian law, and in accordance with the relevant General Assembly resolutions.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“The issue therefore requires a concerted national and international response in order to fulfil the commitments made by adopting the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, among other reasons. Moreover, States members of the Movement are particularly concerned about the serious humanitarian emergencies that have been triggered by various factors, including armed conflict, poverty, gender inequality, human rights violations, violations of fundamental freedoms and the rule of law, at both the national and the international levels, injustice and impunity, political instability, the breakdown of democracy, foreign occupation, terrorism, genocide and ethnic cleansing.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“Mr. Moncada (Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela) (spoke in Spanish): It is an honour for the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela to take the floor on behalf of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries during this open debate on a matter of great importance. At the outset, we would like to thank the Secretary- General for his briefing, as well as Mr. Yury Fedotov, Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, and Ms. Maria Grazia Giammarinaro, Special Rapporteur on trafficking in persons, especially women and children, for their presentations. The Non-Aligned Movement has consistently expressed its concern about trafficking in persons in the belief that such trafficking is increasingly becoming a global challenge that affects all countries around the world, as demonstrated by the growing number of victims.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“In that regard, we underscore the need to continue providing political, economic and humanitarian support to assist the Palestinian people and to bolster their resilience and efforts aimed at achieving their legitimate national aspirations, including their inalienable right to self-determination and freedom in their independent State of Palestine, with East Jerusalem as its capital.”
2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source
“In conclusion, the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries avails itself of this opportunity to reiterate its appeal to the States Members of the Organization to redouble current efforts aimed at overcoming the continued financial shortfalls of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East with a view to ensuring adequate, sufficient, predictable and sustained funding for the Agency for the duration of its mandate so it can fully meet the needs of Palestinian refugees and thereby fulfil is humanitarian mission.”
2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source
“In addition member States of the Movement emphasize the need for Israel to withdraw from all Lebanese territories, including the Sheba'a farms land, the Kfar Shuba Hills and the Lebanese part of Ghajar Village, up until behind the Blue Line, in accordance with the relevant international resolutions, and in particular resolution 1701 (2006).”
2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source