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Nasir

lines on the record: 109
first: 2019-10-28
most recent: 2023-12-08
sittings or episodes: 21
sources: un-security-council

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“There can be no double standards in how we uphold international law and international humanitarian law and accountability. They should be applied equally to all countries, big or small. There can be no double standard on humanity. For those reasons, we appeal to members of the Council to do the right thing. They must stop the inhumane acts against the Palestinians and listen to their consciences. Let us choose peace over conflict, compassion over cruelty and unity over division. Let us work to bring peace to Palestine and Israel. Let us address the root cause and make a two-State solution a reality.”
2023-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9498 (2023) · source
“How many more must die before this relentless assault is halted — 20,000, 50,000, 100,000? Listen to the collective plea of the global community. Stop the attack on women and children in Gaza. Let adequate humanitarian assistance into all parts of Gaza. Secondly, the threats of the spillover of the conflict may not just be regional but global. The situation in Gaza is being broadcast 24/7, uncensored, through social media and electronic channels. The world is watching in horror as women and children become innocent casualties in a devastating conflict. We cannot afford to let radical elements take up arms in different parts of the world, or even to radicalize the moderates. Lastly, let us reaffirm our commitment to upholding international law and international humanitarian law in their entirety.”
2023-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9498 (2023) · source
“We fully support the Secretary-General’s recent letter to the members of the Security Council (S/2023/962) calling for a humanitarian ceasefire. In the Council’s 24 October open debate (see S/PV.9451), we underlined that an immediate ceasefire is vital if we are to end the atrocities and the deteriorating humanitarian situation. That is the least that the Council should do if we truly want to uphold human rights and our humanity. And that is why we will be proud to co-sponsor the draft resolution on a humanitarian ceasefire. We call on the Council to adopt it today. In that regard, I would like to make three points. First, I ask that the Council please show compassion to humankind. It must focus on the innocent civilians — women, children and the infirm. How many more lives, how many more children must we sacrifice?”
2023-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9498 (2023) · source
“I speak on behalf of Bangladesh, Malaysia, the Maldives, Namibia, Timor- Leste, Türkiye and my own country, Indonesia. In one autumn season, the world has stood by and watched as more than 16,000 people have been killed in Gaza. Whole families and generations have been wiped out, including more than 6,000 children. The latest words used to describe the situation facing innocent women and children in Gaza are “apocalyptic conditions”. Saying that this has taken a toll on our collective conscience is an understatement. If we fail to act, history will judge us as accomplices to crimes against humanity. When the world vowed “never again” more than 75 years ago, it was not meant only for certain races or a certain religious group; it was meant to protect everyone in the world. It was to save humankind.”
2023-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9498 (2023) · source
“It is time that the United Nations strengthen the role of regional and subregional mechanisms by actively supporting and collaborating with them. In that context, ASEAN underlines the significance of ASEAN-United Nations comprehensive partnership towards ASEAN community-building efforts and in our collective efforts in addressing global and regional concerns. With the support of all partners, including the United Nations, ASEAN will continue to contribute as an important building block for global peace, stability and prosperity.”
2023-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9448Resumption1 (2023) · source
“ASEAN reaffirms the important role of the ASEAN Plus Three cooperation framework in promoting peace, stability and prosperity in the East Asian region with ASEAN as the driving force. Meanwhile, the ASEAN Regional Forum, as a key platform for building mutual trust and confidence, continues to foster constructive dialogue and consultation on political and security issues of common interest and concern in the Asia-Pacific region. Going forward, ASEAN looks forward to working together to revitalizing the ASEAN Regional Forum so that it continues to function as the leading regional security forum in the Indo-Pacific region. For such regional efforts to reach their full potential, stronger cooperation with United Nations bodies is paramount.”
2023-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9448Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Such principles have been manifested most prominently through the East Asia Summit (EAS), the ASEAN Plus Three and the ASEAN Regional Forum. Through the East Asia Summit, ASEAN underscored the need for the East Asian region to promote an enabling environment for peace, stability and prosperous development for all through a culture of dialogue and cooperation, instead of rivalry, and by enhancing mutual trust and confidence and respect for international law with ASEAN as the driving force. ASEAN is committed to working together with EAS participating countries in promoting common goals and interests and maintaining the region at the epicentre of growth by building resilience against emerging challenges and future shocks.”
2023-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9448Resumption1 (2023) · source
“We are committed to intensifying engagement with all relevant stakeholders in Myanmar to build trust and confidence, create a conducive environment and bridge gaps and differences leading towards an inclusive dialogue for a comprehensive political solution. ASEAN remains concerned about the intensifying geopolitical tension in the region. We further underline the value and relevance of the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific to ASEAN’s peace, security, stability and prosperity. We are determined to promote the implementation of the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo- Pacific through concrete projects and activities, particularly in four key areas, namely, maritime cooperation, connectivity, the Sustainable Development Goals and economic and other possible areas of cooperation.”
2023-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9448Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Therefore, ASEAN and ASEAN-led mechanisms shall remain inclusive and open avenues that facilitate constructive dialogue and constructive cooperation that will contribute to the development of the evolving regional architecture. Closer to home, ASEAN is committed to assisting Myanmar through the implementation of the five-point consensus in finding a peaceful and durable solution to the ongoing crisis, as Myanmar remains an integral part of the ASEAN family. We are united in our position to put forward the five-point consensus as our main reference in addressing the political crisis in Myanmar.”
2023-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9448Resumption1 (2023) · source
“We reaffirm our strong commitment to upholding regionalism and multilateralism and emphasize the importance of adhering to key principles and shared values and norms enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations; the ASEAN Charter; the Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality Declaration; the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia; the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea; the Treaty on the South-East Asia Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone and the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific. We recognize the strategic importance of our region for our peace, security, stability and prosperity, as well as that of our external partners. Given the increasingly complex and cross-cutting challenges, including challenges to the rule of law among nations, the need to uphold the rule of law has never been more urgent.”
2023-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9448Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Through our transformative journey, we have continued to build strategic trust and mutual confidence through continued dialogue, win-win cooperation and practical confidence-building measures to create a peaceful environment conducive to sustainable growth. In that regard, the Security Council has underscored the role of States, regional and subregional organizations and relevant stakeholders in promoting confidence-building measures and dialogue at various levels, while ensuring synergy, coherence and the complementarity of such efforts.”
2023-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9448Resumption1 (2023) · source
“I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Let me begin by conveying ASEAN’s grave concern about the recent escalation of armed conflicts in the Middle East region. We call for the immediate end of violence to avoid further human casualties. Fifty-six years since its establishment, ASEAN shares the primary responsibility for the maintenance of peace, stability and security and the promotion of economic growth, social progress and prosperity in the region. However, nothing is to be taken for granted. ASEAN has made great efforts to overcome challenges to pursue common goals towards a peaceful, stable and prosperous ASEAN community.”
2023-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9448Resumption1 (2023) · source
“No war can be justified. War only brings misery and destruction to humankind. The maintenance of international peace and security is the main responsibility of the Council, whether in Ukraine, Palestine or any other existing conflict area. Upholding the principle of multilateralism remains the best way to resolve any issues related to peace and security. The principle of multilateralism in the Charter should guide our way to achieving our common goal — to create a world that is peaceful, prosperous and equal. The meeting rose at 5.35 p.m.”
2023-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9421Resumption2 (2023) · source
“Secondly, we need to have a New Agenda for Peace, with a reformed Security Council at its core, that truly meets the needs of today and is equipped for the challenges of tomorrow. Thirdly, sustainable peace requires effective peacemaking and peacebuilding. Strong and effective United Nations peacekeeping operations are therefore important. The war in Ukraine has gone on for far too long. Its implications are being deeply felt beyond the boundaries of those involved. Peace must prevail in Ukraine. Peace talks must start with urgency. Despite its shortcomings, the current multilateral peace infrastructure must do its utmost to bring about peace in Ukraine. Only through diplomacy and negotiation can we achieve peace in Ukraine. We all have the responsibility to create the necessary conditions for peace talks to succeed.”
2023-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9421Resumption2 (2023) · source
“I thank Albania for convening this open debate. The Charter of the United Nations was drafted in the spirit of ensuring peace and solidarity for all countries to build a world anew. That spirit, along with upholding the principles of the Charter and international law, requires a strong multilateral peace infrastructure to ensure sustainable peace for all, including in Ukraine. In a world with complex and multifaceted global challenges, efforts to achieve sustainable peace should not be a piecemeal endeavour. In that context, let me raise three points. First, we need to build a strong multilateral peace infrastructure that is reinforced by an effective mechanism for the peaceful settlement of disputes and fortified by a regional architecture that contributes building blocks for peace.”
2023-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9421Resumption2 (2023) · source
“Through that, a common vision for the Security Council that is more effective, inclusive, transparent and representative will materialize.”
2023-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9410 (2023) · source
“Regional organizations could offer their first-hand knowledge, cultural nuances and localized solutions that are often overlooked in broader discussions. Incorporating the perspectives of regional and subregional entities helps the Council fortify its mandate and amplifies its capacity to cultivate peace and stability. Thirdly, the Council should refrain from politicizing established rules and working methods. Any attempt to politicize the working methods could create a setback to the integrity of the Council. We urge the Council members to act responsibly and work towards a more united Council. Improving the working methods of the Security Council is a continuous process. Council members should set aside individual differences and reaffirm their collective commitment to the purposes and principles of the United Nations.”
2023-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9410 (2023) · source
“Its working methods are the screws and bolts that keep the ship together and allow it to continue its course. Against this backdrop, allow me to highlight three points. First, promoting greater participation by the wider United Nations Member States and relevant United Nations entities is important. That will enable the Council to gain broader perspectives and, at the same time, promote transparency. The participation of other relevant United Nations bodies, such as the Peacebuilding Commission, would also offer perspectives in bridging security and development in post-conflict settings. Secondly, better and more effective coordination by the Council and related United Nations mechanisms with regional organizations is needed.”
2023-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9410 (2023) · source
“I congratulate Albania on its assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month and thank you, Mr. President, for convening this open debate. Just hours ago, President Joko Widodo officially opened the forty-third Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit in Jakarta. He spoke of how ASEAN is a large ship that is responsible for the millions of people that sail together and how, through stormy weather, ASEAN leaders must ensure the ship continue to sail and be the captain of its own ship in bringing about peace, stability and prosperity. Similarly, the Security Council is also a large ship bestowed with the responsibility to maintain peace and stability for all Members of the United Nations. Despite the rocky waters and great turbulence it faces, this great ship must also continue to sail on.”
2023-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9410 (2023) · source
“The Council would also benefit from engaging in formulating an integrated response strategy, as well as maximizing collective support from various stakeholders. In conclusion, I wish to extend Indonesia’s support to the United Arab Emirates in its role as President of the twenty-eighth Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change this year and express our confidence that the meeting will lead to an action-oriented outcome.”
2023-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9345Resumption1 (2023) · source
“In that regard, it is important in conflict situations for the Security Council to ensure a more tailored mandate for peacekeeping operations, along with adequate resources and peacekeepers equipped with the relevant capacities, and to assist local populations and host countries to better adapt to the security implications of climate change. Thirdly, enhancing partnerships, especially with regional and subregional organizations, is important. It would be instrumental in aligning efforts throughout the peace continuum in responding to the impact of climate change. Genuine partnerships are vital for addressing the root causes of conflict and analysing how climate change acts as a risk multiplier.”
2023-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9345Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Without adequate climate finance and other means of im- plementation, various countries will not be able to miti- gate and adapt to climate change. It is also important is to encourage United Nations operations, including peace- keeping missions, to reduce the carbon footprint and en- vironmental impact of their operations in host countries. Secondly, addressing the climate security implications of climate change requires clarity on what corresponding measures are required. The impact of climate change on disaster risk, water scarcity and food insecurity in conflict situations requires enhanced support for the adaptive capacities of the host countries and local communities.”
2023-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9345Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Synergy means that relevant United Nations organs, entities and forums must focus on addressing issues within their respective mandates, while mutually reinforcing each other. We must also remain committed to the role of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) as the leading forum for addressing climate change. Its work, including the forthcoming twenty-eighth Conference of the Parties to the UNFCCC, is crucial to enhancing our collective climate ambition in three aspects, namely commitments, actions and means of implementation. Our concrete actions must also go beyond rhetoric, particularly on climate finance, which is key for vulner- able countries, including small island developing States.”
2023-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9345Resumption1 (2023) · source
“I thank the United Arab Emirates for convening this open debate. I also convey my appreciation to the Under-Secretary-General and all briefers for their insights. We note that climate change is an aggravating factor that can prolong and complicate conflicts, affecting the livelihoods of millions of people. At the same time, the environmental cost of conflict itself could worsen the impact of climate change on communities, putting more pressure on those with scarce resources. Against that backdrop, allow me to highlight some points. First, concrete actions, synergy and coherence within the United Nations system is central in our efforts to address climate change, including its possible implications for peace and security.”
2023-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9345Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Having a platform for the Security Council to engage in exchanges of experiences, including with regional entities, would therefore be useful.”
2023-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9315Resumption1 (2023) · source
“At the same time, to allow all the United Nations machinery to successfully carry out its work, adequate support, including predictable and sustainable financing, is needed. Therefore, we must broaden the sources of funding, including through partnerships with the private sector, as well as fostering South-South and triangular cooperation. Reforming the multilateral development banks and strengthening their cooperation with the United Nations will allow for more impactful programmes on the ground. Peace is a continuous process. A bottom-up approach, a habit of dialogue and national ownership are some important elements for futureproofing trust and peace. As we work towards the New Agenda for Peace, it is also important to be guided by all available experiences.”
2023-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9315Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Recognizing that peacebuilding in South-east Asia requires support from the wider region and beyond, ASEAN also extended its habit of dialogue and cooperation to other countries beyond ASEAN, including on issues of strategic risk for peace, through ASEAN mechanisms, such as ASEAN Dialogue Partner mechanisms, the ASEAN Regional Forum, the East Asia Summit and the ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting Plus, to name a few. Delivering on the reform of the Security Council is essential to building trust in the United Nations peace and security machinery. Close collaboration between the Security Council and other multilateral machinery is also important. The work of the United Nations development machinery, for instance, can translate peacebuilding strategies taken by the Security Council into actions on the ground.”
2023-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9315Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Rather than being contentiously entangled in entrenched differences, causing the regional conflicts, hostilities and trust deficit itself, the ASEAN founding fathers chose to focus on trust-building through dialogue and cooperation on common interests, such as economic development and eliminating poverty. The habit of dialogue, cooperation and consensus- building has become a prominent feature in ASEAN trust-building strategy. Numerous regional frameworks were developed to build confidence and advance cooperation, contributing to the strengthening the regional peace architecture. That includes building norms through the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia and the Treaty on the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone.”
2023-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9315Resumption1 (2023) · source
“I thank you, Madam President, for convening this open debate. I thank the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights and all the briefers for their presentations. Trust is a fundamental element in peace and crucial for multilateralism to be effective and bring results. The decline in trust in multilateralism can therefore be detrimental not only to peacebuilding efforts but also to sustaining global peace. Efforts to promote trust- building must therefore be a prominent feature of the New Agenda for Peace and the multilateral system. For Indonesia, trust begins at home in our region. Coming from a region that has transformed deep mistrust or a trust deficit into strategic trust, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) can offer useful insights for futureproofing trust.”
2023-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9315Resumption1 (2023) · source
“While we have the ambition to work towards implementing a New Agenda for Peace, we do not yet have the same ambition to end one of the longest-standing conflicts in the world and in the Middle East. In our view, the New Agenda for Peace will be burdened by our continuing inability to address the Palestinian question. For its part, Indonesia remains committed to ensuring just and lasting peace between Israel and Palestine, based on a two-State solution.”
2023-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9309Resumption1 (2023) · source
“The international community also needs to push harder for a credible peace process, including a multilateral process. Thirdly, we must not forget the plight of the nearly 6 million Palestinians refugees located in various camps. It is unacceptable that, 75 years after the Nakba, the number of people in refugee camps continues to increase, while Israel continues to expand settlements, undertake demolitions and confiscations and forcibly remove Palestinian civilians from their properties. In the absence of a solution to return the Palestinians to their rightful home, we must continue to support the work of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) and secure its sustainable and predictable funding. For many refugees, UNRWA is the provider of last resort.”
2023-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9309Resumption1 (2023) · source
“In that context, allow me to emphasize the following points. First, we need to take concrete steps to push for a de-escalation of violence and ease the suffering of Palestinians. Unilateral and unlawful measures must be halted. The Security Council must act when Israel chooses to ignore its obligations under international law. We need to ensure that there is no impunity, including through appropriate accountability mechanisms. Secondly, we must remain committed to the two- State solution and take concrete steps to that end. The Security Council cannot remain indifferent when there is overwhelming international support for the two- State solution. We therefore commend the efforts to establish a direct dialogue among the relevant parties and encourage tangible outcomes.”
2023-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9309Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Yet we often stand idle while the occupying Power implements apartheid-like policies, brutally beats worshippers during Ramadan prayers or violates various norms of international law and Security Council resolutions. Every day, innocent Palestinians pay the price for the inaction of the international community. What message are we sending to innocent Palestinian women and children? The international community’s inaction risks being seen by innocent women and children in Palestine as a double standard when it comes to their lives. Even worse, if we continue to fail to act, we may inadvertently create a perpetual cycle of violence. Innocent children exposed to continuous violence and injustice may grow up to become vindictive. We therefore need to strengthen our commitment to achieving peace in the occupied Palestinian territory.”
2023-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9309Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Indonesia thanks the Russian Federation for convening today’s open debate. We also thank the Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process for his briefing. Today we live with the fact that a large number of Palestinian people are living in catastrophic conditions. The Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs reported that 2.1 million Palestinians across the occupied Palestinian territory are in need of significant humanitarian assistance. More than 100 Palestinians have been killed by the occupying forces since January. Many of them are children. Sadly, the year 2023 might be an even bloodier one than 2022. In the Chamber, we speak loudly of respecting the principles of human rights, equal rights, freedom of worship and international law.”
2023-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9309Resumption1 (2023) · source
“The Charter of the United Nations was written for the purpose of uniting our efforts to reach our collective goals through multilateralism. No nation or a small group of nations can effectively address global challenges on their own. Indonesia will continue to call for collective work to strength multilateralism. We look forward to contributing to that endeavour.”
2023-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9308Resumption1 (2023) · source
“We therefore urge all members, particularly those in the Security Council, to push for clear timelines and practical and concrete targets on Security Council reform, including making use of the Summit of the Future. Thirdly, strong partnerships with regional organizations would further strengthen multilateralism. The principle of neighbours know best brings regional perspectives and best practices to the peaceful settlement of dispute. That concept is clearly stipulated in the Charter of the United Nations. We fully believe that a strong synergy between the United Nations and regional organizations, including the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, is essential. That ensures multilateral and regional efforts are mutually reinforcing.”
2023-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9308Resumption1 (2023) · source
“By upholding the Charter, we unite our strength in maintaining international peace and security. Secondly, we must have a new paradigm of multilateralism that is fit for purpose. We need a win-win paradigm, not one of zero sum. We also need a paradigm in which respect for international law and the Charter of the United Nations is consistently upheld. The Security Council must also be well equipped and able to adapt to the new global realities. An inclusive, democratic and united Security Council is an important start. While we are currently deliberating on the New Agenda for Peace, we must also seize this moment to reshape the United Nations security architecture to ensure it is fit for current and future challenges.”
2023-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9308Resumption1 (2023) · source
“While some might highlight such actions as being efficient and expeditious, we see it as eroding multilateralism and the Charter. Indonesia believes in ensuring balance between adherence to the Charter and the speed of taking multilateral action as the best way to address global challenges and close the space for unilateralism. In that context, allow me to highlight three points. First, we must renew our commitment and our vows to the Charter of the United Nations as our collective guiding principles. The Charter embodies our collective determination to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war and to promote social progress and better standards of life in larger freedom. At the same time, the Charter provides a rules-based platform for multilateral dialogue and cooperation.”
2023-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9308Resumption1 (2023) · source
“We thank the Russian Federation for convening this open debate, as well as the Secretary-General for his insightful briefing. Indonesia, aligns itself with the statement to be made by the representative of Azerbaijan on behalf of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries. The Charter of the United Nations laid the foundation for multilateral cooperation. Principles of multilateralism, such as inclusivity, solidarity, respect for international law and the peaceful settlement of disputes, have been the cornerstone of the United Nations and guided its work through many turbulent times. It is therefore disheartening that, in recent times, we see a growing trend towards unilateralism or actions by a small group of nations in addressing global challenges, and not adhering to the United Nations Charter.”
2023-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9308Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Such capacity-building programmes should not take a one-size-fits-all approach, but rather focus on the unique conditions and needs of each country. If all countries have the adequate capacities and tools at their disposal, we can better address those challenges.”
2023-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9301 (2023) · source
“Much regional cooperation in that field, particularly in Africa, the Western Balkans and the Caribbean region, has proven to have an impact. The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) continues to strive towards the implementation of the Programme of Action. ASEAN has also established a working group on arms smuggling, which focuses on training and information-sharing. Enhancing regional cooperation is an important building block in the global effort to counter illicit arms transfers. Thirdly, we need to boost national capacities— a vital element, considering that the responsibility to address the illicit flow or transfer of small arms and ammunition ultimately rests with individual countries. Capacity- building programmes play an important role in that regard.”
2023-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9301 (2023) · source
“In that regard, allow me to highlight three points. First, we must strengthen collective efforts to combat the illegal trafficking in weapons and ammunitions. The full implementation of existing international mechanisms, such as the Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects, must be supported. The Programme of Action should be implemented in a balanced, full and effective manner, in accordance with national laws and regulations. Particularly important are the issues of capacity-building for developing countries, the exchange of information and the sharing of databases to support tracing efforts. Secondly, regional mechanisms to address the transboundary nature of the flow of arms should be strengthened.”
2023-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9301 (2023) · source
“At a time when the majority of the global population is fighting to recover from a pandemic and faces various development challenges, the contrast between arms sales and official development assistance shows that our priority has been misplaced. That is indeed concerning, especially in the light of the current geopolitical tension. We do not want to add fuel to the potential conflict that may be simmering beneath — not to mention the potential impact on global peace and security should those weapons fall into the wrong hands. The diversion of arms and military equipment could increase the threats from armed groups, terrorists and criminal organizations. While underscoring the sovereign rights of States with respect to conventional arms and ammunition, we must intensify international cooperation to prevent their diversion.”
2023-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9301 (2023) · source
“I would like to begin by congratulating Mozambique on its successful presidency last month, and I thank you, Sir, for convening this open debate. I also thank Under-Secretary-General Nakamitsu for her presentation. The continuing global rise in military expenditure is disturbing. Given finite resources, the increases in global military expenditure often come at the expense of international development. The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute’s database showed a seven-year consecutive increase in arms sales. In 2021, the value of arms sales was several times higher than that of total official development assistance in the same year, according to the data of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development.”
2023-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9301 (2023) · source
“For its part, Indonesia stands ready to contribute to the global efforts to combat climate change, including the impact of sea level rise.”
2023-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9260Resumption1 (2023) · source
“The United Nations system must work in synergy in accordance with the respective competencies and mandates. Climate change and its related security impact, including sea level rise, are a highly complex area, rendering a response by any single actor impossible and unrealistic. It is therefore important to enhance cooperation and exchange information across all United Nations entities to ensure effective response strategies. The Security Council must consolidate its efforts to better respond to the security impact of climate change, and not to respond to climate change itself. The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) must remain the leading forum for addressing climate change and upholding the principles of the Paris Agreement. All measures taken by the Security Council and UNFCCC should be complementary.”
2023-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9260Resumption1 (2023) · source
“We recognize that rising sea levels could have a potential impact on maritime borders, and in that case, we also need to make sure that maritime boundary agreements are not affected. The integrity of existing maritime boundary agreements should be maintained. Secondly, we need concrete measures to build national resilience. The real danger of climate change on our planet, in particular sea level rise, demands strategic policies and practical measures. Affected countries need to have an adaptive capacity and strong resilience, as the responsibility to respond to the security impact of climate change lies with the countries concerned. Measures to assist those countries should be taken based on their needs and priorities. Thirdly, we need to strengthen our cooperation and information-sharing.”
2023-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9260Resumption1 (2023) · source
“I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for convening today’s open debate, and to thank the briefers for their insightful presentations. The impact of climate change, including sea level rise, has exacerbated our vulnerabilities. Our inability to adapt to it could turn potential security threats into real ones — from the loss of livelihoods and irregular migration to food insecurity and environmental degradation and perhaps even the potential loss of territory from rising sea levels. We believe that firm responses are therefore key to addressing those challenges. On that note, I would like to highlight three points. First, we need to work to prevent potential conflicts as a result of sea level rise.”
2023-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9260Resumption1 (2023) · source
“That requires the PBC to coordinate with the General Assembly, the Security Council and the Economic and Social Council. Strong collaboration would increase aid effectiveness and accountability in peacebuilding. Finally, Indonesia reaffirms its commitment to be a true partner in supporting peacebuilding and sustaining peace.”
2023-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9250 (2023) · source
“Achieving strong institutions also requires accountable, sustainable and predictable financing. Broadening the sources of funding, including through partnerships with regional organizations and international financial institutions, is key. South-South and triangular cooperation also need to be fostered, particularly by supporting capacity-building and sharing best practices. Thirdly, we need to strengthen synergy within the United Nations system. We cannot afford to continue to work in silos. The United Nations must continuously strengthen an integrated strategy in peacebuilding. The role of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) is central in bridging the security aspects and development contexts in post-conflict situations.”
2023-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9250 (2023) · source