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Muhsin Syihab

lines on the record: 98
first: 2020-04-14
most recent: 2020-12-10
sittings or episodes: 20
sources: un-security-council

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“Actions taken by the international community must not hamper efforts to fully implement the peace agreement, especially with regard to bringing in all parties outside the peace agreement. We expect that everyone — nationally, regionally and internationally — will work together to strengthen the implementation of the historic peace agreement. In conclusion, Indonesia is confident that by working together to enhance the Sudan’s national legal system, there can be further progress towards peace and stability in the Sudan. I therefore reaffirm Indonesia’s long-standing support for lasting peace and stability in the Sudan.”
2020-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1192 (2020) · source
“We commend the Sudan’s effort to improve the effectiveness of its legal system, including by establishing a special court for Darfur crimes — a testament of the Sudan’s constructive approach to improving its legal system — and we look forward to its further cooperation, especially with the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in the Sudan, in that regard. Thirdly, it is important to bolster the Juba peace agreement. The efforts to pursue justice must go hand in hand with wider efforts to sustain peace in Darfur. While peace cannot be complete and sustainable without justice, justice cannot prosper in the absence of peace. That requires credible efforts by the parties to achieve and maintain reconciliation and uphold the peace agreement.”
2020-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1192 (2020) · source
“Indonesia is concerned at the growing lack of public confidence in the legal system, especially among internally displaced persons. Indonesia welcomes the Sudan’s commitment to establishing a truth and reconciliation commission in relation to Darfur, as enshrined in the Juba Agreement for Peace in the Sudan. It is an important step to restore confidence in the overall transition. Furthermore, we call on the Government of the Sudan to work together with all legitimate stakeholders in Darfur to nurture public confidence in the legal system. Secondly, we stress the need to strengthen the Sudan’s legal system. Indonesia once again emphasizes the importance of the Sudan’s effective leadership of its transitional process, including with regard to the pursuit of justice and accountability.”
2020-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1192 (2020) · source
“Let me join others in thanking Ms. Fatou Bensouda for her briefing. Indonesia notes the thirty-second report of the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) on the situation in Darfur. As the Sudan marches towards peace and stability, Indonesia believes that the country’s commitment to pursue justice and accountability remains a critical element of its transition. My statement will therefore focus on three key issues. First, public confidence in the legal system is crucial. In that connection, we welcome the historic Juba Peace Agreement and the Government of the Sudan’s national plan for the protection of civilians. We now need to focus on implementing those instruments. To that end, public confidence in the legal system, especially law enforcement, is critical.”
2020-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1192 (2020) · source
“Indonesia urges all relevant parties to cease hostilities and immediately comply with their obligations under international law, including international humanitarian law. Maintaining calm in Syria and respecting the ceasefire agreement are key. The Syrian people cannot afford any more tensions or conflict in this already very difficult situation. A military solution is not the answer to resolving the conflict in this country. Let me take this opportunity to express our condolences on the passing away of the former Foreign Minister Walid Al-Moallem. In conclusion, I wish to emphasize the importance for the Council to unite around that common humanitarian goal to alleviate the suffering of the Syrian people and to support the mandate of the Special Envoy to assist the country in achieving a comprehensive political settlement.”
2020-11-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1147 (2020) · source
“Indonesia sincerely hopes that all relevant parties will continue to engage in a constructive manner in order to achieve substantive and concrete progress under the auspices of the United Nations and in line with resolution 2254 (2015). That will be a significant step in ensuring a Syrian-led and Syrian-owned political process. It is also essential that all parties to the conflict and those with influence over them reach an inclusive agreement so as to resolve the conflict peacefully, as well as to avoid further suffering of the Syrian people. Thirdly, it is imperative to protect civilians and cease hostilities. We are particularly concerned about the intensifying hostilities in some areas in Syria.”
2020-11-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1147 (2020) · source
“In this context, my delegation believes that the combination of cross-line and cross-border humanitarian access is important to guarantee that humanitarian assistance reaches people in need throughout Syria through the most direct routes and in accordance with the humanitarian principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality and independence. Secondly, we welcome the agreement by both co-Chairs with regard to the next sessions of the Constitutional Committee. We are pleased to hear that the fourth session of the Constitutional Committee is scheduled to be held next Monday in Geneva and to be followed by the fifth session in January 2021.”
2020-11-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1147 (2020) · source
“On top of the economic crisis and the threat of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Syrian people must also deal with the harsh and challenging winter season. Many people in Syria are already displaced, with millions of families living in inadequate and crowded shelters. We can only imagine the hardships they are facing during winter in displacement. In addition, the winter rainfall has damaged internally displaced persons’ sites across north-west Syria, which has worsened the already dire situation. It is therefore crucial to ensure the timely delivery of humanitarian assistance to civilians in need.”
2020-11-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1147 (2020) · source
“My delegation would like to thank Deputy Special Envoy Matar and Acting Assistant Secretary-General and Deputy Emergency Relief Coordinator Rajasingham for their briefings on the political and humanitarian situations in Syria. We once again would like to express our appreciation to the United Nations and its humanitarian partners for continuing to provide life-saving assistances to the Syrian people, despite challenging circumstances on the ground. Indonesia also commends Special Envoy Pedersen and his team’s strong commitment to pursuing peace in Syria. I wish to highlight three points. First, humanitarian responses must be scaled up urgently, particularly with the increasing cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and the onset of winter.”
2020-11-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1147 (2020) · source
“In conclusion, the Security Council is united in supporting the people of Iraq and all stakeholders in achieving their long-awaited dream of a stable, secure and prosperous Iraq. This will be of advantage not only to Iraq, but to the region and rest of the world.Today is Indonesia’s last meeting in the Security Council on the situation in Iraq. I therefore take this opportunity to encourage greater efforts and success on this issue in future. I pledge Indonesia’s unwavering support to Iraqi unity, sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity and to the Iraqi people, Government and UNAMI.”
2020-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1144 (2020) · source
“We are delighted that, despite the challenge to the Tripartite Mechanism posed by COVID-19, progress has been made, as the repatriation of human remains by the Government of Iraq to the Government of Kuwait on 16 September attests. Indonesia commends the efforts made by the Government of Iraq and continued cooperation between both countries on this issue. The roles of UNAMI and International Committee of the Red Cross are also significant and should be commended. We hope that the Kuwaiti forensic team can complete the identification of human remains to bring closure to the families of the missing. We are confident that, with the determination of all, greater progress will be achieved.”
2020-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1144 (2020) · source
“It must be clear to all that investment and sustainable development will flourish only in a stable and secure country. Another critical element in the pursuit of a stable and secure Iraq is the support of all countries, regionally and globally. In this regard, Indonesia calls for greater cooperation in countering terrorism, in accordance with international law and with full respect for Iraqi sovereignty and territorial integrity. Indonesia reaffirms its support to the Government in reforming the security sector and establishing stronger ties with its regional and strategic partners. Iraq’s spirit of good neighbourliness should be reciprocated by its neighbours, as another hotspot in the Middle East will benefit no one. Thirdly, progress on the issue of missing Kuwaiti nationals and archives should continue.”
2020-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1144 (2020) · source
“This must be a collective effort by all stakeholders, including the Government, the Independent High Electoral Commission, the judiciary, parliamentarians and the technical assistance of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI). We further underline the continuation of the Government’s reform agenda, in the determination to fulfil the demands and expectations of the people and improve basic services. However, we recognize that the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) impinges on the Government’s efforts on many fronts. We hope that the support of UNAMI will make a difference in the days ahead. Secondly, maintaining stability and security is a prerequisite for sustainable development. We are concerned that the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant continues to launch violent attacks against civilians and diplomatic premises.”
2020-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1144 (2020) · source
“Let me begin by thanking Special Representative of the Secretary-General Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert for her update. My delegation recognizes that challenges persist on the journey to stability and prosperity in Iraq, but with the determination of all stakeholders and the support of the international community, including the United Nations, Iraq is on the right path. I would now like to underscore the following points. First, free, fair and credible elections, along with reform efforts, are non-negotiable. Indonesia welcomes the serious preparations to hold credible elections and the affirmation of that prospect by Prime Minister Al-Kadhimi.”
2020-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1144 (2020) · source
“We support the Secretary-General’s call for the leadership in Belgrade and Pristina to demonstrate flexibility and creativity to overcome their differences. Political leaders need to ensure an inclusive approach through greater participation by key stakeholders, in particular women and youth, in consultations and decision-making processes. Young people are the hope for a future to which Indonesia — even beyond our term in the Security Council — will always be committed as a true partner for peace.”
2020-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1040 (2020) · source
“Thirdly, with regard to the role of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) in the region, Indonesia commends the Mission’s multiple capacity-building initiatives and workshops, including inter-ethnic youth cooperation. The meaningful participation of young people in peace processes and decision-making is crucial for reconciliation and building collective memory towards breaking the community divide. In conclusion, for almost two years, Indonesia has followed closely the progress of UNMIK in seeking a peaceful solution in the region through dialogue. Sadly, there is still no significant progress, as the parties continue to present diverging narratives on the expected outcomes of dialogue.”
2020-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1040 (2020) · source
“Dialogue is the best and only way to address differences. Secondly, we call for the resumption of dialogue. We welcome the lifting of the 100 per cent tariff imposed on the goods from Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. That development leads us to the official resumption of the European Union- facilitated dialogue, focusing on issues related to missing and displaced persons, as well as economic cooperation. Indonesia also welcomes the economic normalization commitment that was signed under the auspices of the United States. That commitment has shown us that there will be no economic progress if recognition and withdrawal of recognition campaigns between the parties continue. During this critical circumstance of the pandemic, no action is more important than engaging in dialogue.”
2020-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1040 (2020) · source
“On behalf of my delegation, I would like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Zahir Tanin for his insightful briefing. I would also like to welcome His Excellency Mr. Ivica Dačić, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia. I would also like to join others in expressing our views over the recent developments in the field. Today I would like to bring the following three points to the attention of the Council. First, the Indonesian Government steadfastly upholds the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the States Members of the United Nations, in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and international law. Indonesia will not condone any act that violates the sovereignty and territorial integrity of a State.”
2020-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1040 (2020) · source
“For example, the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the United Nations peacebuilding architecture are tools available to us for achieving this end. Let us utilize these tools. In closing, Indonesia will maintain its current determination to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war, the purpose and principle enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations. This is our collective effort. It is time to step up, not to step down. No one should be left behind. No one should be left hungry.”
2020-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/930 (2020) · source
“In contrast, 1.3 billion tons of food are wasted each year. We believe it is important to cite these statistics in order to place today’s debate in the proper context. The Council must be able to facilitate measures to strengthen countries’ capacities to protect civilians, including their food security. Thirdly, the imperative of protecting civilians must be embedded across the peace continuum, from conflict prevention and peacekeeping to peacebuilding and sustainable development. For peace to flourish, it is clear that sustainable development is required. It is a question of synergy, including among the existing United Nations bodies and agencies that are addressing this particular issue.”
2020-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/930 (2020) · source
“Furthermore, attacks against humanitarian workers and medical facilities remain a deliberate disruption to humanitarian access. Secondly, international cooperation is vital for protecting civilians. We need to close the gap between a country’s responsibility in protecting civilians and its capacity to do so. The countries mentioned in the 2020 Global Report on Food Crises, including the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Yemen, Nigeria, South Sudan, Somalia, Burkina Faso and Afghanistan, need international support, including through technical and financial assistance, which is truly vital to enable capacity-building. It is regrettable that the humanitarian response is funded at less than 35 per cent. In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, that number is as low as 22 per cent, as a staggering 21.8 million people are acutely food-insecure.”
2020-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/930 (2020) · source
“The protection of civilians will remain Indonesia’s top priority and should always be the core aim of the Security Council. The implementation of resolution 2417 (2018) is becoming increasingly relevant, particularly in the time of COVID-19. Allow me to focus on the following pertinent points. First, famine should never be used as a method of warfare. All parties should comply with international humanitarian law, which is something that Under- Secretary-General Lowcock has also mentioned, as did several other Council members. Parties must adhere to the Secretary-General’s call for a global ceasefire and access for humanitarian assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic. Still, the most active parties in most conflicts today continue to violate the Secretary- General’s appeal.”
2020-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/930 (2020) · source
“At the outset, Indonesia thanks the presidency of the Security Council for convening today’s meeting. I would also like to thank all briefers for their very comprehensive and insightful briefings. Before the outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), an estimated 690 million people, almost 10 per cent of the world’s population, was suffering from hunger. Some 75 per cent of the world’s malnourished people live in conflict zones. Again, this was the situation before the outbreak of COVID-19. I join with what the Under-Secretary-General said in his September briefing (S/2020/897, annex III) that we need concrete measures to break the vicious cycle between armed conflict and violence and food insecurity. The recommendations contained in his briefing are a good starting point for us to focus on our actions going forward.”
2020-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/930 (2020) · source
“Thirdly, with regard to the importance of regional actors for peace in Libya, efforts made by neighbouring countries, as well as regional organizations — such as the African Union and the League of Arab States — remain relevant and should be further encouraged. We realize that as neighbours, countries in the region have felt the direct impact of the conflict. They should never be left out, as they provide a unique perspective for peace. Our term as an elected member of the Council is short, and what we do right now will be recorded in history. The people of Libya have grown tired of empty narratives that have zero impact on the ground. They want us, the international community, not to meddle but to find a political solution for lasting peace.”
2020-09-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/879 (2020) · source
“We also reiterate our strong support to the Secretary-General’s call for a global ceasefire, especially during the crisis of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Secondly, we need to focus our efforts on saving Libyan lives. This includes those who are particularly vulnerable — women, youth, children and migrants. Right now, deaths in Libya come not only from bullets and bombs, but also from the COVID-19 pandemic. The Libyans deserve to have access to adequate health facilities, and there should be ample space for humanitarian assistance. All parties need to fully respect international humanitarian law, take measures to protect all civilians and heed the call for a global ceasefire.”
2020-09-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/879 (2020) · source
“We expect international efforts, such as the Berlin process, will also play their role to support these calls. And we expect both parties to resume dialogue immediately through the UNSMIL-facilitated intra-Libyan 5+5 Joint Military Commission talks. We also welcome the resumption of the political dialogue in Geneva last month. We must ensure the preparedness of Libya in carrying out the result of the dialogue, including the planned general election next year. UNSMIL — as the embodiment of the United Nations on the ground — needs to have sufficient resources to guard that process, including its mandate, funding and political presence. This is why we reiterate our call for all members of the Security Council to proceed with the nomination of a new Special Representative of the Secretary-General by the Secretary-General as soon as possible.”
2020-09-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/879 (2020) · source
“We also take this opportunity to welcome the new Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) concerning Libya and reiterate our commitment to work together with the Committee and its Panel of Experts. We welcome the Committee’s informal meeting in July 2020 together with Libya and the wider membership of the United Nations. Such interaction is indeed crucial to encourage dialogue and transparent working methods and to prevent what the Secretary-General calls “political hypocrisy in international relations”. Allow me to focus on the following points. First, we support all efforts for peace in Libya. I join the Secretary-General in welcoming the recent Libyan calls for a ceasefire and hope these calls will be respected by all armed forces.”
2020-09-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/879 (2020) · source
“At the outset, allow me to congratulate you, Sir, on assuming the presidency of the Security Council for the month of September. You can rest assured of the support of the Indonesian delegation for your presidency. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank all delegations for their full support and cooperation during our presidency last month. I thank Acting Special Representative of the Secretary- General and Ambassador Sautter for their presentations. We affirm our continuing support to the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) and the Acting Special Representative of the Secretary-General. We welcome her engagement with leaders in Libya, as well as international partners.”
2020-09-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/879 (2020) · source
“Indonesia believes that the Security Council, despite contrasting positions within it on this issue, has one common objective, and that is to save lives. We must S/2020/758 always base our actions and decisions on that key objective — a genuine and pure humanitarian goal. Before I end my statement, let me, on behalf of my delegation, extend our utmost appreciation to Ambassador Marc Pecsteen de Buytswerve for his constructive and significant contribution to our collective work in the Council. We wish him all the very best in his next assignment in Geneva. Lastly, let me also congratulate you, Sir, and your team on having successfully presided over the Council during the month of July. We hope we will have a smooth sailing in August, certainly with your constructive and cooperative support.”
2020-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/758 (2020) · source
“We note that the closure of the Bab Al-Salam border crossing might result in a more costly and less effective humanitarian response. My delegation therefore encourages strong coordination among all relevant parties to guarantee the uninterrupted delivery of increased humanitarian aid through Bab Al-Hawa. Thirdly, I turn to the importance of ensuring the safety of humanitarian workers. With the complex situation on the ground, we sometimes overlook the high risk faced by these courageous men and women. Despite the difficult circumstances, the United Nations and its humanitarian partners continue to provide life-saving assistance to millions of people in need in Syria. We thank them and salute their dedication and commitment. We urge all parties in Syria to safeguard aid workers, as required under international law.”
2020-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/758 (2020) · source
“We appreciate the precautionary measures taken to contain transmission of the virus, while these can also complicate and increase humanitarian need due to restrictions on movement, commercial activities and education services. This is a very delicate situation, indeed — a situation that needs continued support from the international community. We must also not forget the high demand for water in north-eastern Syria, where the Allouk water station has been disrupted many times, affecting the water supply of thousands of people living in the area, including Al-Hol camp. Again, timely, secure and unimpeded humanitarian access must be guaranteed by all relevant parties in this regard. Secondly, there is a need to maximize the Bab Al-Hawa crossing.”
2020-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/758 (2020) · source
“During this challenging time, military action will not help those families who are struggling for food. And during this challenging time, provocative rhetoric will certainly not help internally displaced persons and other vulnerable groups in need of water and medicine. Allow me to highlight the following points. First, there is an urgent need to suppress the spread of COVID-19 in Syria, while increasing the necessary health capacity. It is indeed troubling to hear reports of increasing cases and that the level of testing capacity remains low. More cases have been identified in north-western and north-eastern Syria. Displaced people, the elderly and other vulnerable groups living in crowded camps face higher risk.”
2020-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/758 (2020) · source
“We thank Under-Secretary-General Mark Lowcock for his briefing and Ms. Qaddour for sharing the information with us. My delegation is deeply concerned with the wave of suffering that is currently hitting the Syrian people. Economic collapse, food insecurity, increased unemployment, with businesses shutting down and the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), are worsening the humanitarian situation in Syria, not to mention the security situation in various areas of the country. We therefore once again urge all parties in Syria to uphold their obligations to protect civilians and civilian infrastructure and to ensure a period of sustained calm during this critical time, particularly by respecting the call for a ceasefire throughout the country.”
2020-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/758 (2020) · source
“International partners should continue to support the national and regional efforts being made to ensure long-term peace and stability in West Africa and the Sahel.”
2020-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/706 (2020) · source
“We call on all international partners to provide the much-needed funding to provide life-saving assistance to the people. It is also crucial to facilitate and maintain unimpeded humanitarian assistance and relief, including to hard-to-reach areas. In conclusion, the many challenges faced by countries in West Africa and the Sahel require concerted and comprehensive efforts that encompass security, humanitarian, human rights and development aspects. We share the belief that climate change is exacerbating the security risk, as the Special Representative mentioned, and that it is affecting the humanitarian situation in the region. We fully subscribe to the Secretary-General’s view that it is important to redouble efforts aimed at addressing root causes, enhancing investment in human development and promoting social cohesion.”
2020-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/706 (2020) · source
“We believe that it is necessary to continue supporting countries in the region in their efforts to address terrorism, violent extremism and organized crime. We also underline the points raised by Special Representative Chambas on the importance of supporting the Economic Community of West African States in implementing its 2020-2024 action plan on the eradication of terrorism. Thirdly, it is important that the dire humanitarian situation be alleviated. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, the region was already suffering from an acute humanitarian crisis, with a high level of displacement and food insecurity. Growing instability and the COVID-19 pandemic will further drive up the numbers of people requiring humanitarian support.”
2020-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/706 (2020) · source
“The number of occurrences of complex attacks against civilians and security forces remains high. This has devastating humanitarian impacts, particularly when the region is facing the COVID-19 pandemic. We are also deeply concerned by the increasing intercommunity violence in the region. We believe that it is crucial to strengthen community-based dispute resolution mechanisms and to continue to pursue stabilization efforts to defuse tensions and dismantle militias. We commend the resolve of the Governments of the region to combat cross- border and cross-cutting security challenges, including through the Group of Five for the Sahel and its Joint Force, as well as the Multinational Joint Task Force.”
2020-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/706 (2020) · source
“First, we welcome progress in the region on several fronts, including the holding of elections as well as other forms of progress in political process in several countries, as outlined in the report of the Secretary-General (S/2020/585), despite the added challenges posed by restrictive measures resulting from COVID-19. We note that concrete steps are being taken to increase the participation of women in the political sphere. We commend the efforts of all stakeholders in the region to ensure the consolidation of democracy, peace and security, and sustainable development. We view that it is necessary to continue building the capacity of national Governments and regional organizations in this regard. Secondly, the security situation in the region is still a cause for concern.”
2020-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/706 (2020) · source
“I would like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Mohamed Ibn Chambas and Ms. Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim, Coordinator of the Association for Indigenous Women and Peoples of Chad, for their comprehensive briefings. I would also like to commend the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel for the work it has been doing in the region. Today’s meeting takes place in a very challenging context in West Africa and the Sahel: the volatile security environment, the worsening humanitarian situation and the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. Against this backdrop, I would like to highlight three points.”
2020-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/706 (2020) · source
“We in the Council should also play our role effectively to ensure that the challenges S/2020/582 S/2020/582 on the ground do not derail the overall peace process. Indonesia remains committed to working together with South Sudan to enable lasting peace for all of its people.”
2020-06-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/582 (2020) · source
“We look forward to further progress in the peace process, in particular, in concluding the transitional security arrangements, as mandated under the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan. We encourage all parties to maintain dialogue and accelerate the political process. While Indonesia believes in inclusive dialogue that accommodates all parties, it also believes that the present situation in South Sudan requires an immediate and comprehensive response. The priority parties put on peaceful resolution needs to be seen consistently through their clear actions, with adequate and sustained support from the region as well as the international community. To conclude, this is indeed a critical time in South Sudan’s journey to peace.”
2020-06-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/582 (2020) · source
“We are further concerned that more than 36,000 people have been internally displaced due to these clashes in 2020 alone. Indonesia once again underscores an effective and immediate response to this threat. Left unchecked, it could potentially rollback the progress that has been achieved in the peace process. We need to ensure that there will be no relapse into violence anywhere in South Sudan. In that regard, we commend UNMISS active role in responding to intercommunal clashes, including through community engagement and dialogue facilitation. We expect that all sides will duly respect UNMISS freedom of movement, especially in community engagement and dialogue facilitation. Thirdly, there is a need to accelerate the political process. Indonesia commends the agreement last week on the allocation of 10 states.”
2020-06-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/582 (2020) · source
“We commend President Kiir’s action to establish a national task force to curb the spread of COVID-19. While the strict travel restriction measures are necessary, my delegation is concerned about the impact of such restrictions on freedom of movement of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and its operation. We urge the Government of South Sudan to enhance its cooperation with UNMISS in navigating through this pandemic. This is especially vital for an effective provision of humanitarian and medical assistances. Certainly, this cooperation must also ensure the safety, security and health of all peacekeepers and UNMISS staff. Second is the need for an immediate response to intercommunal violence. The sharp increase in intercommunal violence, particularly in Jonglei, is very alarming.”
2020-06-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/582 (2020) · source
“Allow me to join other Council members in thanking the briefers, Special Representative of the Secretary-General Shearer and Mr. Yakani, for their insightful briefings. Indonesia commends the formation of the revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity and a lasting permanent cease fire in South Sudan. We note the commitment of all parties to maintaining dialogue towards a lasting peace. Yet Indonesia remains concerned over several developments on the ground, which if left unchecked, would endanger the overall peace process. In that context, we underline following issues. First, with regard to mitigating coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, the work by national authorities, reinforced by adequate international assistance, in curbing the pandemic and its impacts is critical.”
2020-06-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/582 (2020) · source
“My delegation shares the Secretary-General’s call for the waiver of sanctions that could undermine the capacity of countries to ensure access to food, health care and medical supplies in responding to the pandemic. After all, we must not lose faith in humankind. The risk of escalation in some areas in Syria is high, as reported by the Special Envoy. Indonesia urges all key parties to cease violence and to refrain from unnecessary actions that would put the Syrian people in an even more dangerous situation. To conclude, I wish to reiterate my delegation’s strong support for Special Envoy Pedersen’s good offices in facilitating discussions among the relevant stakeholders aimed at implementing resolution 2254 (2015) and giving peace in Syria a chance.”
2020-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/551 (2020) · source
“Despite the fact that the problems being faced by the Syrians cannot be addressed solely by this discussion, as highlighted by Special Envoy, we should spare no effort in capitalizing on all of the available positive momentum in order to open up every possible opportunity to end the suffering of the Syrian people. Thirdly, the international community should work together in helping the Syrian people to survive the dire economic situation. Syria’s currency has plunged, and the prices of essential goods are rising. The Syrian people are now facing food insecurity, and major humanitarian needs are increasing across all sectors. COVID-19 mitigation measures are also facing challenges in these particular conditions.”
2020-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/551 (2020) · source
“Secondly, the agreed agenda of the Constitutional Committee must be respected by all Syrian parties. We are pleased that the agenda has been agreed upon and that it will serve as the basis for the next round of Committee meetings, to be held in Geneva once international travel allows. As mentioned by Special Envoy Pedersen, we are also hopeful that the third session will be able to take place at the end of August. We all are aware that this is only the beginning of the process; however, this is a crucial step in order to advance to the next stage of the political track. Only through constructive and substantive discussions based on trust and confidence among its members will the Committee be able to reach its objectives.”
2020-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/551 (2020) · source
“My delegation reaffirms the importance of the implementation of a Syrian-led and Syrian-owned political process, facilitated by the United Nations, in line with resolution 2254 (2015), and it believes that a broader process should respect and ultimately restore Syria’s sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity. I wish to focus on the following points in particular. First, the Syrian people need to make tangible progress on the ground, from ensuring the delivery of humanitarian assistances to all people in need to enhancing the capacities of laboratories and COVID-19 testing kits, and from maintaining the ceasefire agreement to securing a significant release of detainees, abductees and missing persons. We urge all relevant parties to step up their efforts in this regard.”
2020-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/551 (2020) · source
“We thank Special Envoy Geir Pedersen and Ms. Noura Ghazi for their briefings. As mentioned by the Special Envoy, the current situation in Syria is indeed very challenging, with the social and economic impacts of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and the prolonged humanitarian situation due to the Syrian crisis. Clearly, there is no magic bullet that could solve all these challenges overnight. A strong commitment from the Syrian parties to remain engaged in a constructive dialogue is imperative as part of the step-by-step efforts necessary to address the various issues in Syria. Respecting a nationwide ceasefire is key to being able to sustain calm throughout Syria.”
2020-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/551 (2020) · source
“To conclude, I wish to reaffirm Indonesia’s commitment to strengthening the rule of law and promoting justice by supporting the work of the Mechanism as an instrument of the Security Council for putting an end to impunity and ensuring accountability.”
2020-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/527 (2020) · source