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Moriko

lines on the record: 204
first: 2018-11-21
most recent: 2019-12-18
sittings or episodes: 34
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“I also take this opportunity to echo the concerns expressed by the African Union High-Level Committee on Libya regarding persistent external interference that undermines efforts to achieve a ceasefire and launch a fruitful dialogue, which are the conditions for restoring peace and stability. In conclusion, cote d'Ivoire reaffirms its support for the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Mr. Ghassan Salame, as well as all UNSMIL personnel, for their commitment to finding solutions to the multiple challenges Libya is facing. My country remains convinced that, however complex they may be, the challenges that stand in the way of peace and stability in Libya can be overcome through strong national ownership of the political process to end the crisis and resolute support from the international community.”
2019-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8588 (2019) · source
“While recalling the primary responsibility of the Security Council to maintain of international peace and security, Cote d'Ivoire encourages Mr. Ghassan Salame to further cooperate with the African Union, in accordance with Chapter VIII of the Charter of the United Nations and the strategic framework for conflict resolution that was signed on 19 April 2017. In this respect, my delegation recalls the communique' issued by the Peace and Security Council ofthe African Union following its meeting on 5 July, underlining the central role played by that continental organization and its readiness to work in close collaboration with the countries of the region to find lasting solutions to the crisis in Libya.”
2019-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8588 (2019) · source
“The proven deliveries of arms to parties to the conflict, in flagrant violation of the arms embargo, remain a source of deep concern for my country, especially as they are fuelling a conflict whose stalemate is preventing a ceasefire and the immediate resumption of inter-Libyan dialogue. In this regard, Cote d'Ivoire calls for the effective implementation of resolution 2473 (2019), adopted unanimously on 10 June, which prescribes the strict implementation of the arms embargo on the high seas off the coast of Libya. We also call for a rapid political settlement to the current crisis in order to allow State authority to extend throughout national territory so as to prevent the dangerous and unremitting sanctuarization of areas for the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant in some parts of the country.”
2019-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8588 (2019) · source
“Fifty-three of them died on 2and 3 July in the bombing of the Tajoura detention centre. Cote d'Ivoire reiterates its strong condemnation of that attack and calls for a credible and independent investigation in order to bring the perpetrators of these acts before the appropriate courts, in accordance with international law. My country also earnestly hopes that migrants rescued from Libya's coastline will be treated with dignity and that their repatriation to their countries of origin, with their consent, will be conducted in close collaboration with specialized United Nations agencies in accordance with international norms.”
2019-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8588 (2019) · source
“More than two months after the beginning of hostilities for control of the capital, Tripoli, the Libyan crisis is more than ever at an impasse and does not appear to offer any prospects for a settlement in the short term. Like other members of the Security Council, Cote d'Ivoire has always expressed its deep concern about the consequences of the fighting on the security and humanitarian fronts, as well as on the political process to resolve the crisis in Libya. Indeed, the military escalation centred around Tripoli has left more than 1,000 dead and 5,000 wounded, including nearly 400 civilians. My delegation calls on all Member States to strongly protest against the plight of sub-Saharan migrants, who are victims of all kinds of abuses and violations of their rights in detention centres.”
2019-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8588 (2019) · source
“Mr. Moriko (C6te d'Ivoire) (spoke in French): My delegation thanks Mr. Ghassan Salame, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), for his briefing, enlightening the Council about the security, humanitarian and political challenges the country faces. We also thank Ambassador Juergen Schulz, Chair of the Committee established in 1970 (2011), concerning Libya, for presenting its thirty-fifth periodic report. On 21 May, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General drew the Council's attention to the consequences of the clashes between the troops of General Khalifa Haftar and the forces of the Government of National Accord, led by Prime Minister Faiez Serraj (see S/PV.8530).”
2019-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8588 (2019) · source
“The successful organization of these elections will be proof of the indispensable contribution of women to strengthening peace and stability in Afghanistan and in the rest of the world.”
2019-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8587 (2019) · source
“While ongoing negotiations are giving hope for peace in Afghanistan, my delegation is hopeful that the current gains of Afghan women in the political and economic fields will be consolidated. In this regard, my delegation welcomes the gradual increase in the number of women in education, the judiciary, the army and the police. There are now more than 68,000 female teachers, including 800 female university professors in private and public institutions, as well as more than 6,000 female judges, prosecutors, lawyers, police officers and army personnel. In conclusion, my delegation welcomes the appointment of two women to head the Independent Election Commission and the Electoral Complaints Commission, two key institutions in the organization of the presidential election to be held on 28 September.”
2019-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8587 (2019) · source
“Despite the persistent challenges, the status of Afghan women has made encouraging improvements in recent years in terms of access to basic education, health and employment. As a result, Afghan women are increasingly contributing to the development of their country. Despite the limited funding, the efforts of Afghan authorities to implement resolution 1325 (2000) have resulted in, inter alia, the adoption of the National Action Plan for the Women of Afghanistan, in the interest of peace and security. This initiative strengthens the role of women in negotiation and conflict- resolution processes. However, although article 22 of the Constitution guarantees gender equality, women's contribution to peace processes and their participation in political life remain low, owing to the obstacles related to gender inequality.”
2019-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8587 (2019) · source
“Rosemary DiCarlo, Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, Ms. Natalia Kanem, Executive Director of the United Nations Population Fund, and Ms. Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, Executive Director of UN-Women - reflects the importance of women's participation in the process of restoring peace and security in Afghanistan. In a context marked by many persistent social obstacles, the visit of the Deputy Secretary-General is, in our View, a strong message and encouragement to the Afghan authorities to continue their efforts aimed at increasing the participation of women in institutions and the peace process, in keeping with the conclusions of the national conference held on 12 December 2018 in Kabul.”
2019-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8587 (2019) · source
“Mr. Moriko (C6te d'Ivoire) (spoke in French): My delegation welcomes the holding of this briefing following the recent visit to Afghanistan of Ms. Amina Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations. Cote d'Ivoire condemns in the strongest terms the deadly attacks yesterday in Kabul and extends its condolences to the Afghan Government and the families in mourning. My delegation thanks the Deputy Secretary-General and Ms. Rosemary DiCarlo, Under-Secretary-General, for their briefings, which inform the Security Council of the lessons learned from their solidarity mission on women and peace and security. We also thank Ms. Jamila Afghani of the Afghanistan section of the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom for her briefing. The high level of the United Nations delegation for the visit - composed of Ms.”
2019-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8587 (2019) · source
“In that connection, my delegation commends the productive cooperation between the Peacebuilding Commission and the Government of Cote d'Ivoire, which has enabled the mobilization of the necessary resources for financing priority peacebuilding projects. The success of any transition plan rests on a multitude of factors, based on genuine desire to emerge from crisis and robust national ownership of the transition process. That ownership must also be supported by a network of strategic partnerships with the entire United Nations system, regional actors and bilateral and institutional development partners. As attention turns to other countries in transition, Cote d'Ivoire hopes that their transition plans can benefit from similar national ownership strategies and the same support that my country received.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“My delegation also highlights the significant contribution of regional and subregional actors, as well as the United Nations regional offices, such as the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel, whose mediation and good offices missions have buttressed transition plans. Regional and subregional organizations also play a critical role, as demonstrated by the support of the African Union and the Economic Community of West African States for the initiatives undertaken as part of the implementation of the transition plan. In Cote d'Ivoire, the national development plans implemented by the Government have enjoyed the support of bilateral and multilateral partners, as well as international financial institutions, all of which facilitated the economic recovery, the fight against poverty and better access to education and health.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“National ownership of the process is also the best way to ensure that the most vulnerable segments of the population are included in transition plans, and it generates a shared vision of priorities by national actors and development partners. My delegation also believes that a successful transition hinges on good communication on the objectives and rationale of United Nations action, which is essential for building the needed climate of trust between the United Nations, the host Government and local actors. In that regard, I would like to highlight the role of ONUCI FM. radio, which helped promote peace and social cohesion during the transition process in Cote d'Ivoire, and today has been succeeded by Radio de la paix.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“In the light of its experience, Cote d'Ivoire stresses the need to define clear and specific priority objectives in areas considered essential to the success of the transition plan, while taking into account vulnerabilities that could lead to a resurgence of the crisis. Defining those objectives must be done at the request of the Government of the host country, in conjunction with all other relevant national actors and in collaboration with the United Nations system on the ground. The aim is to set forth a clear, shared political vision for a transition that is regularly reviewed to take stock of its implementation and make the necessary adjustments to the mandate of the United Nations mission.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“The transition in Cote d'Ivoire was fuelled by strong national ownership of the entire crisis recovery and peacebuilding process, characterized by close cooperation between the Ivorian Government and the entire United Nations system, strengthened by strategic partnerships coordinated with regional institutional actors and development partners. Those factors have enabled the Ivorian Government to take ownership of the priority transition areas identified by the Security Council and the Secretariat, including national reconciliation, social cohesion, the establishment of security and defence institutions to ensure peace and stability in the country, and the strengthening of the rule of law and the protection and promotion of human rights.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“Franck Bousquet, Senior Director of the Fragility, Conflict and Violence Group of the World Bank, and Mr. Yero Baldeh, Director of the Transition States Coordination Office of the African Development Bank. The issue of strengthening partnerships for national ownership oftransitions is a part of my country's recent history and is therefore an experience that it can share during its term on the Security Council. After 13 years on the ground, the United Nations Operation in Cote d'Ivoire, considered by many observers to be a success story, ended on 30 June 2017.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“Mr. Moriko (Cote d'Ivoire) (spoke in French): Cote d'Ivoire commends Peru for organizing this Security Council briefing, presided over by its Minister for Foreign Affairs, His Excellency Mr. Nestor Popolizio Bardales, whom we congratulate on his exemplary stewardship of our work. We also welcome the participation of Secretary- General Antonio Guterres and congratulates him on the quality of his briefing and the relevance of his recommendations. I welcome the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Colombia and take note of his contributions, in his capacity as Chair of the Peacebuilding Commission. I also welcome the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Worship of Haiti and the Minister for Legal Reforms and Parliamentary Affairs of Timor-Leste. Finally my delegation welcomes the very informative briefings of Mr.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“In conclusion, my delegation reiterates its support for the Mechanism in its quest for optimal effectiveness and, to that end, urges it to continue to implement the recommendations of the Office of Internal Oversight Services, contained in its evaluation report of 8 March 2018 and its audit report of 5 March 2019.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8576 (2019) · source
“In this context, my delegation welcomes the constructive dialogue initiated by the Office of the Prosecutor of the Mechanism with the prosecutors and national authorities of the region, with a View to promoting regional judicial cooperation in the area of war crimes, crimes against humanity and crimes of genocide. It also encourages Serbia's initiative to organize a regional conference of prosecutors for those crimes and urges all countries to participate. In addition, the Mechanism needs enhanced cooperation from all Member States in the prosecution of the remaining fugitives suspected of committing genocide, the enforcement of sentences and the rehabilitation and reintegration of acquitted persons.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8576 (2019) · source
“In this regard, it welcomes the multifaceted assistance, including capacity-building and the sharing of best practices, provided by the Mechanism to those jurisdictions to enable the principle of complementarity to be effective and national authorities to assume responsibility for post-conflict accountability. Stepping up cooperation between States Members of the United Nations and the Mechanism is necessary for increasing the effectiveness of this entity in carrying out its mission. Unfortunately, my country notes with regret the insufficient judicial cooperation of the countries of the former Yugoslavia, which raises the risk that perpetrators of the aforementioned crimes will find refuge in neighbouring States.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8576 (2019) · source
“It welcomes the commitment of the President of the Mechanism to undertake expanded consultations to ensure greater transparency and better examine the impact of early releases and urges him to consider establishing conditions for early releases in appropriate cases, as recommended by paragraph 10 of resolution 2422 (2018). My delegation also notes with interest the leading role of national courts in the investigation and prosecution of the perpetrators of the war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide committed in the former Yugoslavia and Rwanda.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8576 (2019) · source
“Mr. Moriko (cote d'Ivoire) (spoke in French): My delegation welcomes the convening of today's debate on the progress of work of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals and commends Judge Carmel Agius and Mr. Serge Brammertz, in their respective capacities as President and Prosecutor of the Mechanism, for their briefings. My country takes note of the progress of the work of the Mechanism related to judicial and administrative activities, the enforcement of sentences, the protection of victims and witnesses and the management of archives.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8576 (2019) · source
“Cote d'Ivoire would like to express its hope that the telephone exchange will pave the way for many more consultations between the two Presidents with a view to restoring the much-needed dialogue in the Normandy format, including its possible expansion. In conclusion, cote d'Ivoire remains convinced that, despite the complexity of the current crisis, the restoration ofpeace and peaceful coexistence is possible in Ukraine. It is up to the political actors to work, through dialogue, towards achieving that noble aspiration in order to protect the entire region from a confrontation with disastrous humanitarian consequences.”
2019-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8575 (2019) · source
“My country remains convinced that the lack of progress in the implementation of the Minsk agreements and the unilateral initiatives that exacerbate tensions reduce the prospects for a peaceful solution to the current crisis in Ukraine. In that especially volatile context, fuelled by a climate of mutual mistrust, Cote d'Ivoire reaffirms its conviction that lasting peace and stability will be possible only with ongoing dialogue that enables compromise among all parties. In that respect, it welcomes the telephone interview on 11 July, which allowed Presidents Volodymyr Zelenskyi and Vladimir Putin to discuss a number of topics, including the situation in south-eastern Ukraine.”
2019-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8575 (2019) · source
“Mr. Moriko (C6te d'Ivoire) (spoke in French): My delegation commends Ms. Rosemary DiCarlo, Under- Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, and Mr. Lamberto Zannier, High Commissioner on National Minorities of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, for their informative briefings on the entry into force on 15 July 2019 of the law establishing Ukrainian as the sole national language. Whenever the Security Council has been seized of worrying developments in the situation in Ukraine and the region, Cote d'Ivoire has remained consistent in its call on all stakeholders in the crisis to exercise the utmost restraint and prioritize dialogue as a means of resolving their dispute.”
2019-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8575 (2019) · source
“That is true of the much-needed economic and social reconstruction in Iraq, as well as that of other regions ravaged by terrorism, cross-border organized crime and community conflicts. In conclusion, my delegation reiterates its support and best wishes to Mr. Karim Asad Ahmad Khan and the United Nations Investigative Team. My country remains convinced that the success of UNITAD will undoubtedly constitute a Virtuous example and a decisive step forward in the action of the United Nations and the international community in the full and effective implementation of the principle of accountability for all terrorist actors or organizations that commit mass crimes.”
2019-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8573 (2019) · source
“In that regard, my country stresses the need to find sustainable responses to the structural causes of insecurity and instability in our countries and regions. Combating poverty and unemployment must remain at the heart of our priorities as it is closely linked to the creation of socioeconomic environments that would ensure the well-being of populations and that young people are far removed from radical rhetoric and the temptation to join terrorist groups. In that regard, there is an urgent need for national and regional economic and social development strategies to receive the greatest attention and support from the international community through investments that generate employment and provide basic social services.”
2019-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8573 (2019) · source
“In spite of such differences, which should not affect UNITAD's work, my country remains convinced that our collective commitment to translating into concrete actions the principle of accountability for mass crimes committed during conflicts and by terrorist groups, in particular, goes well beyond the Iraqi and regional framework. Above all, it is a challenge for international peace and security, which requires the mobilization of the entire United Nations system and all actors involved in the fight against terrorism. Cote d'Ivoire therefore calls for increased international cooperation in the fight against terrorism and the transnational organized crime that fuels it. That was the subject of the open debate convened by the Peruvian presidency on 9 July (see S/PV.8569).”
2019-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8573 (2019) · source
“We are of the opinion that mapping ISIL's command structure between June 2014 and June 2016 will enable us to identify the perpetrators of the crimes committed and initiate subsequent legal action. My delegation also welcomes the establishment of the UNITAD witness protection strategy, as well as its cooperation with the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq and INTERPOL. We also believe that it is important to resolve as soon as possible differences in interpreting resolution 2379 (2017) and address the concerns expressed by certain members of the Council, for which the evidence gathered by UNITAD could lead to the application of the death penalty at the end of the expected trials.”
2019-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8573 (2019) · source
“Despite those obstacles, my country remains convinced that cooperation between UNITAD and the Iraqi authorities will allow for the development of consensus-based legal mechanisms that will include the crimes perpetrated by ISIL in the Iraqi legal arsenal so that they do not go unpunished. In that regard, we encourage the Special Adviser to continue his cooperation with the Iraqi authorities, affected ethnic and religious communities and civil society, whose contributions could further boost UNITAD's action, while ensuring its impartiality, independence and credibility. It also recalls the need to ensure the greater involvement of women in investigations. My country welcomes the excavation of mass graves conducted to date, in particular in the village of Kojo, in the Sinjar district.”
2019-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8573 (2019) · source
“Karim Asad Ahmad Khan and his entire team for the work they have already conducted, in spite of the many difficulties. Cote d'Ivoire remains deeply concerned about the ongoing complex and multiple challenges that could hinder UNITAD's work in the context of its cooperation with the Iraqi authorities. Crimes within the scope of UNITAD's investigation are taken into account by Iraqi legislation only as terrorist crimes. Similarly, the transnational nature of ISIL's activities between June 2014 and June 2016 requires us to identify areas of judicial cooperation among States in the region so that individuals detained beyond Iraqi borders are held accountable for crimes committed by Da'esh.”
2019-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8573 (2019) · source
“Mr. Moriko (C6te d'Ivoire) (spoke in French): My delegation welcomes today's briefing on the progress made in implementing the principle of accountability for serious crimes and mass atrocities committed in Iraq by the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL). We commend Mr. Karim Asad Ahmad Khan, Special Adviser and Head of the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da'esh/Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (UNITAD), established by resolution 2379 (2017), for his excellent briefing, in support of the efforts of the Iraqi authorities to collect, protect and preserve evidence relating to acts that may constitute war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide. First and foremost, Cote d'Ivoire reiterates its support for Mr.”
2019-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8573 (2019) · source
“Throughout some of the Council's most sensitive moments, he has been able to bring about a sense of compromise in order to find consensus-based solutions to the often-complex challenges we face. We wish him the very best in his new role and hope that our paths will cross again, in other forums, as we continue working together towards our common goal of peace, security and development throughout the world.”
2019-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8568 (2019) · source
“In conclusion, Equatorial Guinea, South Africa and C6te d'Ivoire encourage all Malian stakeholders, especially women, to participate fully and inclusively in the political process to put an end to the crisis in Mali. We remain firmly convinced of the need for an inclusive approach and strong national ownership so that the political process can fulfil its potential and bring about the dividends of lasting peace, security and stability for the brotherly people of Mali. As Ambassador Francois Delattre is preparing to leave his position as Permanent Representative of France to the United Nations, I wish to pay tribute, on behalf of the Permanent Representatives of the three African members of the Council, to a highly skilled diplomat and talented negotiator.”
2019-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8568 (2019) · source
“We have also reiterated that we are in favour of MINUSMA providing support to the Joint Force of the Group of Five for the Sahel. We welcome the fact that the issue continues to remain on the Security Council's agenda. In principle, we believe that sanctions can be adopted as useful instruments to constructively contribute to a political process, as provided for in the Charter of the United Nations. We are concerned about an approach whereby sanctions might be used and could have unintended consequences on political processes. We therefore wish to draw the attention of Council members to the need for due process of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2374 (2017), concerning Mali, and we stress the importance of leaving sufficient time for Council members to deliberate on the issues before them.”
2019-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8568 (2019) · source
“With the renewal of this mandate, we encourage the Malian authorities to redouble their efforts, with the support of MINUSMA, to fully implement the peace agreement, which is essential for the realization of its political, economic and development vision and is in the best interests of the Malian people. It is disturbing to note that questions concerning the MINUSMA transition and withdrawal strategy have already been raised even though the situation in Mali is still unstable. We believe that discussions on the transitions and mandates of peacekeeping operations must be based on a factual and thorough assessment of political and security conditions on the ground. Moreover, such discussions should be considered only when the circumstances on the ground have improved substantially.”
2019-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8568 (2019) · source
“We recognize that the ongoing political process, carried out by the new Government of national unity, is a step in the right direction and that the Security Council should make every effort to fully support this process, including through holding an inclusive political dialogue to address issues related to the revision of the Constitution and the reaffirmation of the commitment of the signatory parties to implement the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali. We are also aware that the Malian parties must do more to make progress in other important areas of the peace agreement, including the redeployment of the reconstituted and reformed Malian defence and security forces, decentralization and the establishment of the northern economic development zone.”
2019-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8568 (2019) · source
“Persistent asymmetrical threats are a source of serious concern and exacerbate the current humanitarian challenges. In his most recent briefing to the Council, Mr. Mahamat Saleh Annadif, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Mali (see S/PV.8547), told us of the achievements of the Government of Mali in the implementation of the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali.”
2019-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8568 (2019) · source
“Mr. Moriko (cote d'Ivoire) (spoke in French): Following the adoption of resolution 2480 (2019), which renews the mandate of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) for a period of 12 months until June 2020, I would like to make this statement explaining the vote of the African members of the Security Council, namely, Equatorial Guinea, South Africa and C6te d'Ivoire. We voted in favour of renewing the mandate of MINUSMA in the interests of peace, security and stability in Mali and the Sahel region. We are ofthe view that the continued presence of MINUSMA in Mali is essential to the stability of the country and of the entire Sahel region. The situation in Mali remains worrisome, and the security environment is fragile.”
2019-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8568 (2019) · source
“In this context, my delegation recalls that it is the primary responsibility of the parties to the conflict under international humanitarian law to create an environment conducive to the safe, rapid, unimpeded and sustainable delivery of humanitarian assistance, including in Idlib Governorate. To conclude, Cote d'Ivoire would like to reiterate its full support for the Special Envoy of the Secretary- General, Mr. Geir Pedersen. It encourages him to continue his tireless mediation efforts to achieve a political solution to the Syrian conflict, in accordance with the relevant provisions of resolution 2254 (2015).”
2019-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8567 (2019) · source
“Here it encourages the joint working group and the Syrian parties to continue their cooperation in the context of the process that allowed for the reciprocal release of detainees in November 2018 and February and April 2019. The resumption of fighting in Idlib Governorate and its grave consequences for an already disastrous humanitarian situation is a source of concern for Cote d'Ivoire. It is undeniable that a lasting settlement of the Syrian crisis will create the conditions necessary to better address the disastrous humanitarian situation and thereby help to provide relief for populations in distress.”
2019-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8567 (2019) · source
“In this respect, my delegation welcomes the holding on 16 and 17 May in Ankara of the meeting of the joint working group on the situation in Idlib, and it calls on the Astana guarantors to continue their efforts to ensure that the parties to the conflict respect the ceasefire. We welcome the decision by Moscow and Ankara to meet on the margins of the upcoming Group of Twenty summit on 28 and 29 June in Osaka to assess their efforts to relaunch the political process. C6te d'Ivoire is of the view that actions that aim to give new momentum to the process of resolving the crisis must be supported by measures to restore and build confidence between the parties to the conflict.”
2019-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8567 (2019) · source
“Mr. Moriko (Cote d'Ivoire) (spoke in French): My delegation would like to congratulate Mr. Geir Pedersen, Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Syria, on his detailed briefing on the political process in the Syrian Arab Republic. C6te d'Ivoire reiterates its deep commitment to dialogue as the best way to settle disputes in general and in the Syrian conflict in particular, as part of an inclusive political process that enjoys the support of the international community. We support all initiatives aimed at creating the conditions for a fruitful dialogue between the parties to the conflict with the aim of restoring peace and stability in Syria and creating the conditions for shared prosperity.”
2019-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8567 (2019) · source
“My delegation therefore notes with concern the adoption by the Parliament of the Republika Srpska of a law on public security. The law, which allows for the creation of a reserve police force, could undermine relations between the central State and the Republika Srpska. For that reason, C6te d'Ivoire urges the Parliament of the Republika Srpska to postpone the creation of the police force. In conclusion, my country invites the Security Council and the neighbouring countries of Bosnia and Herzegovina to remain engaged in the pursuit of peace and stability in that country and in the Balkans. We support the efforts of the High Representative for the full implementation of the Dayton Peace Agreement.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8522 (2019) · source
“In spite of those positive developments, my delegation remains concerned about the persistence of political tensions, particularly with regard to the difficulties encountered in the formation of the Council of Ministers since the general elections of 7 October 2018. Continued delays in the formation of the Government could further complicate the complex economic and social challenges facing Bosnia and Herzegovina. My delegation believes that the search for peaceful solutions to intercommunal disputes in the country must become a demand shared by all Bosnian political actors. In that context, it calls on them to refrain from all discourse and actions likely to compromise the territorial integrity of Bosnia and Herzegovina and its integration into the European Union.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8522 (2019) · source
“This is a clear demonstration of the Bosnian Government's willingness to pursue its efforts to initiate reforms in the areas of the rule of law, the independence of the judiciary and fundamental rights. Those reforms will undoubtedly drive the country's political, economic and social transformation and improve its chances of joining the European Union. My delegation welcomes the adoption by the Central Election Commission and the Constitutional Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina of electoral reforms that will put an end to institutional dysfunction. In addition, my country welcomes the decision of the Srebrenica Municipal Assembly to build a monument dedicated to peace to commemorate the tragic events that occurred in that city in July 1995.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8522 (2019) · source
“Mr. Moriko (Cote d'Ivoire) (spoke in French): My delegation thanks Mr. Valentin Inzko, High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina, for introducing his twenty-first report to the Secretary- General on the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina (S/20l9/364, annex). We would also like to pay a fitting tribute to Lord Paddy Ashdown, former High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina, for all his efforts to bring peace to that country, and to extend our condolences to the family of that illustrious servant in the cause of peace. My delegation welcomes the submission, by the Bosnian authorities to the Commission of the European Union, of the finalized official replies to the 665 questions required for the review of Bosnia's application for membership in the European Union.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8522 (2019) · source
“In conclusion, Cote d'Ivoire affirms its continued support for the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General and encourages him to continue his mediation efforts among the Syrian parties. We also urge the warring parties to prioritize a path of dialogue and comply with resolution 2254 (2015), which outlines a road map for the political process in Syria. Lastly, Mr. President, I would like to join others in commending you for the quality of Germany's presidency of the Council during the month of April.”
2019-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8520 (2019) · source
“We are particularly concerned about the serious repercussions of the resumption of fighting in the midst of an already worrisome humanitarian situation in the region, where the escalation of hostilities since February has reportedly left more than 200 people dead and another 120,000 displaced, according to the Assistant Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and the Deputy Emergency Relief Coordinator of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs. We want to take this opportunity to reiterate our call to the actors in the Syrian crisis to cease hostilities immediately and work to create the conditions necessary for providing humanitarian assistance to the populations affected by the conflict.”
2019-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8520 (2019) · source