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Ndong Ella

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2016-01-19
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  1. “My delegation has the highest appreciation for the role played by the United Nations via the deploymnet of peacekeeping operations in war-torn countries. Yet we must recognize that such missions are dangerous and often unfortunately result in the loss of numerous peacekeeping soldiers' lives. I take this opportunity to condemn all attacks against Blue Helmets, humanitarian workers and journalists, as they constitute serious violations of the principles and provisions of international humanitarian law. In conclusioon, Gabon supports the call of the Secretary-General call aimed at promoting the political settlement of conflicts and ensuring the promotion of human rights, the rule oflaw and good governance .”

    2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source

  2. “Prevention also requires that civilians can enjoy effective protection. To that end, human rights must be at the heart of prevention mechanisms more than ever. The particular offices of peacekeeping operations devoted to human rights, gender equality and the protection of civilian populations must anticipate potential threats by sounding the alarm to avoid any further degradation of the situation. It is also in that context that the increased participation of women in peacekeeping operations can promote a climate of trust between peacekeepers and local communities. Women's contribution could consist of working with communities to provide psychological support the victims ofviolence and seeing them through to their full reintegration into their communities.”

    2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source

  3. “Moreover, that reflects one of the recommendations adopted by the Heads of State and Government at the Extraordinary Summit of the Economic Community of Central African States held in Gabon on 25 November 2015. Similarly, it is necessary for the Security Council to strengthen its own sanctions mechanisms against State and non-State actors guilty of abuses against civilians. We regret the increasing number of cases of sexual abuse and exploitation perpetrated by the very people who are supposed to ensure the protection civilians. Gabon reiterates its full support of the Secretary- General's new policy of zero tolerance. The protection of civilians goes hand-in-hand withjustice. In that light, soldiers and officers guilty of such heinous crimes must be punished to set an example.”

    2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source

  4. “As we recalled during the debate on the question woman and peace and security (see S/PV.7534), the protection of civilians is the primary responsibility of states themselves, in times of peace and during armed conflict. Beyond the responsibility of States, the protection of civilians must be exercised within conflict zones and at the very heart of peace operations. Concerning the first point, it is important to provide peacekeeping missions with a robust mandate to protect civilians in line with the realities on the ground. That is already the case in the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic must reach full operational capacity through a robust mandate, as well.”

    2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source

  5. “Gabon therefore endorses the recommendations of the latest report of the Secretary-General (S/2015/453), published in June 2015, which highlights the fact that civilian populations are increasingly becoming the targets of attacks in armed conflicts. The same endorsement applies to the recommendations contained in the report of the High-level Independent Panel on Peace Operations (see S/2015/446), which underscores the limits of humanitarian action with regard to the intensity and complexity of conflicts. Gabon, under the leadership of His Excellency Mr. Ali Bongo Ondimba, President of the Republic and Head of State, attaches high priority at all times and in all circumstances to the protection of vulnerable populations, especially women, children, the disabled and the elderly.”

    2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source

  6. “I take this opportunity to pay heartfelt tribute to the Blue Helmets and humanitarian organizations, including the International Committee of the Red Cross, who work every day and risk their lives to protect and provide for the needs of civilians in situations of very complicated conflicts. As the Council is aware, civilians, especially women and children, are the main targets of the abuses committed in armed conflict situations. They are particularly subject to violence, sexual slavery, hostage-taking, discrimination and other forms of abuse that constitute serious violations of international law and human rights.”

    2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source

  7. “Mr. Ndong Ella (Gabon) (spoke in French): My delegation welcomes your initiative, Mr. President, to organize this high-level debate on the important issue of the protection of civilians in armed conflict. My delegation associates itself with the statement made by the representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran on behalf of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries. Gabon fully appreciates the untiring commitment and mobilization of the Security Council and the efforts and determination on the part of the Secretary-General, which amply demonstrate the particular interest that they accord to that matter.”

    2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source