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Ndong Mba

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“During a visit that Nigerien President Mahamadou Issoufou made to the Lake Chad region in March 2017, he told those accompanying him that he did not believe that Boko Haram would have taken root without the shrinking of Lake Chad, which has lost 90 per cent of its surface area since the 1960s, with devastating effect on local livelihoods and existence. Shortly after that visit, the Security Council adopted resolution 2349 (2017), which addressed the multifaceted dimensions of the Boko Haram conflict. Among its many elements, the resolution recognized the adverse effects of climate and ecological changes, among other factors, on the stability of the region, including through water scarcity, drought, desertification, land degradation and food insecurity.”
2018-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8307 (2018) · source
“Hindou Ibrahim of the International Indigenous Peoples Forum on Climate Change, who has presented us with a stark vision of the reality of the effects of climate change and the risks it poses to peace and security at the local, national and regional levels; and the Iraqi Minister of Water Resources, Mr. Hassan J anabi, for his illustrative reports that make us see more clearly the complex issue of establishing the relationship between climate change and the maintenance of peace and security, that is, the risks that climate change poses to the world's peace and security. On behalf of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, I welcome the presence among us of His Excellency the President of Narau, the Prime Minister of Curacao, Kingdom of the Netherlands, and the Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan.”
2018-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8307 (2018) · source
“Mr. Ndong Mba (Equatorial Guinea) (spoke in Spanish): Throughout this week, we have been addressing issues of paramount importance related to the maintenance of peace and security. The Republic of Equatorial Guinea once again thanks and congratulates the Swedish presidency and Foreign Minister Margot Wallstrom for bringing to the table the issue we are discussing this morning, namely, "Maintenance of international peace and security: risks related to climate change". We also thank Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed, who has been with us during these discussions, for her briefing and reflections; Ms.”
2018-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8307 (2018) · source
“We congratulate the Deputy Secretary-General and urge her to continue in the same enthusiastic vein in which she has been leading the efforts made in the context of the United Nations Strategy. Finally, the Republic of Equatorial Guinea would like to underscore the positive work being done by the African Union and the Lake Chad Basin Commission in support of counterterrorism operations and of stability in the region. We reiterate our resolute support to the Governments affected as they tackle the insurgency, congratulate them on the progress they have made and encourage them to continue and intensify these efforts until stability has been achieved in the region.”
2018-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8306 (2018) · source
“Natalia Kanem, Executive Director of the United Nations Population Fund. We would call for more visits of this kind owing to their importance and impact they could have on the ground. We also welcome the recent efforts made by the United Nations and the European Union to better implement the United Nations Integrated Strategy for the Sahel, including the recent drafting of a support plan for the Strategy, intended to promote investments in the region. We very much hope that these efforts will contribute not just to empowering women and young people, but will also have a positive impact on cross- border cooperation, conflict prevention, sustainable peace, inclusive economic growth, climate action and renewable energy.”
2018-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8306 (2018) · source
“We trust that the outcomes of that high-level conference will contribute to boosting the level of participation of women in all social, political and economic initiatives aimed at fighting and preventing violent extremism and fighting terrorism. With respect to the efforts made to address the situation, Equatorial Guinea also hails the recent recruitment of a gender adviser to the G-5 Sahel joint force. We also welcome the joint efforts made by the African Union and the United Nations, as exemplified by the recent high-level visit to South Sudan, the Niger and Chad, in which the briefers we have heard from today participated, accompanied by Phumzile Mlambo- Ngcuka, Executive Director ofUN-Women; Ms. Bience Philomena Gawanas, the Secretary-General's Special Adviser on Africa; and Ms.”
2018-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8306 (2018) · source
“Concerning the Sahel region, where terrorist attacks are also having a very harmful impact on women and girls, the Republic of Equatorial Guinea would like to congratulate the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel, which organized a high-level conference on women, violence and terrorism in West Africa and the Sahel, in partnership with the Economic Community of West African States, the Group of Five for the Sahel (G-5 Sahel), the Mano River Union, the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism, UN-Women and the Working Group on Women, Youth, Peace and Security in West Africa and the Sahel.”
2018-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8306 (2018) · source
“A study carried out by the Combating Terrorism Center at West Point in 2017, together with Yale University, in the United States, found that of the 434 suicide attacks carried by Boko Haram between 2011 and 2017, 56 per cent were carried out by young women and girls, including two thirds of the suicide attacks in 2017 alone. Given this worrisome situation, the Republic of Equatorial Guinea continues to condemn terrorism in the strongest possible terms and calls on the international community to support the Governments of the region in making the necessary investments and strengthening the mechanisms required in order to promote reconciliation, guarantee accountability and intensify the combat against terrorism. Also required will be initiatives aimed at preventing violent extremism that include the human rights and gender dimensions.”
2018-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8306 (2018) · source
“The Boko Haram insurgency continues to be active in its ninth year and is currently affecting the entire Diffa region, in the Niger, and the Lake Chad region. The people of these regions continue to suffer the devastating impact of terrorist attacks, which have driven millions from their homes and left them dependent on humanitarian aid. More than 2 million people in the region remain displaced today. Some live in overcrowded facilities, without access to basic services such as shelter, water and food, and others have settled in hosting communities, in extreme precarity. The effect of this crisis is being particularly felt by women and girls. Women and girls are used as suicide bombers; they are subject to forced marriage; and, if they are released or have escaped from the clutches of Boko Haram terrorists, they face stigmatization.”
2018-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8306 (2018) · source
“Stefan Lofven, we held an open debate on the very important issue of children and armed conflict, which led to the unanimous adoption of resolution 2427 (2018) by the Security Council. Today, under the presidency of Her Excellency the Swedish Minister for Foreign Affairs, Ms. Margot Wallstrom, we are participating in a meeting on an equally important topic, women and peace and security in the Sahel and the Lake Chad basin region. We are very grateful for the briefings we have heard from the Deputy Secretary-General, Ms. Amina Mohammed, and from the African Union Special Envoy on Women, Peace and Security, Ms. Bineta Diop, who provided us with a very comprehensive and enlightening overview of this issue.”
2018-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8306 (2018) · source
“Mr. Ndong Mba (Equatorial Guinea) (spoke in Spanish): Equatorial Guinea would first like to express its condemnation of the recent deplorable terrorist attacks on civil society and the defence and security forces of the Sahel and on the international forces in Mali, including the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali and Operation Barkhane. Our prayers go out to the victims of these attacks and to their families and communities, to whom we offer our deepest condolences. We also wish a swift recovery for all those who were injured. The Republic of Equatorial Guinea congratulates the Swedish presidency for its leadership and its choice of topics for debate this month. Yesterday, under the presidency of His Excellency the Prime Minister of Sweden, Mr.”
2018-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8306 (2018) · source
“The important resolution that we adopted this morning, sponsored by Sweden, constitutes a most valuable instrument through whose effective implementation, and together with other instruments and plans of action that have been adopted and entered into force, can make children safer and more protected in the future.”
2018-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8305 (2018) · source
“With adequate support and access to necessary resources, they can become change agents and lay the foundation for rebuilding lives and communities, thereby contributing to the creation of a peaceful society. Therefore, empowering family members is a crucial component of the strategy to empower children through educational programmes, since they depend on their family members. In conclusion, the Republic of Equatorial Guinea will continue to support efforts to protect children in armed conflict and calls upon all Member States to support the implementation of action plans and other commitments to strengthen the protection of children in armed conflict.”
2018-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8305 (2018) · source
“We believe that it is important for Member States to join their efforts and actions, including by implementing international standards and norms on the protection of children, in order to ensure special protection for children. In that regard, Equatorial Guinea has established national policies within the framework of its national committee to support children in my country. Since children and young people represent the future of a country, they must be considered as peacemakers. That is why it is important to involve them in peace processes and socialize them as peacemakers from the beginning. Meaningful participation in community life seems to be an effective way for children and young people to develop their potential, especially in times of conflict.”
2018-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8305 (2018) · source
“On the sad issue of violations against children, our obligation not only lies in our mission to maintain international peace but is a basic moral obligation as human beings. The care and reintegration of children must be a central part of any reconciliation and peace process, with the support of the Security Council. Solving problems relevant to children must be an integral part of any agreement, understanding or dialogue between the parties involved in a conflict. We must not ignore international law and its impact on children. All actors involved in the protection of children's rights must redouble their efforts to continue to protect children affected by conflict, in particular against recruitment, abuse and violence.”
2018-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8305 (2018) · source
“That is totally unacceptable and must be reduced immediately. That is why the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, in line with the relevant instruments of the African Union and drawing on lessons from specific cases that occurred during conflicts in some countries in our region, underlines the need to further develop a criminal legal framework to protect children from armed conflict in Africa and throughout the world. In that regard, we stress the need for the international community to ensure that violations of children's rights do not go unpunished and for all Member States to commit themselves to do their utmost to ensure that those responsible for such violations against children are brought to justice and pay for their crimes.”
2018-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8305 (2018) · source
“Yenny Londofio, civil society representative, for her emotional briefing. Equatorial Guinea is deeply concerned by the increase in the number and seriousness of violations committed against children, as documented in the report of the Secretary-General (S/2018/465). According to the report, there were at least 6,000 verified violations committed by Government forces and more than 15,000 by non-State armed groups, including high numbers of killing and maiming, recruitment, use of sexual violence and abductions. Even more alarming is the fact that, despite the presidential statement (S/PRST/2017/2l) adopted after the open debate on the same topic on 31 October 2017 (S/PV.8082), in which 63 statements were made, there was a 31 per cent increase in the number of violations against children that year, as compared to 2016.”
2018-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8305 (2018) · source
“Mr. Ndong Mba (Equatorial Guinea) (spoke in Spanish): First of all, on behalf of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, allow me to express my gratitude to His Excellency Mr. Stefan Lofven, Prime Minister of Sweden, for convening this open debate on the important and timely issue of children and armed conflict, and to express our satisfaction at the fact that he has come to New York to preside over it. We commend the exemplary work of the Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict and commend Sweden's sponsorship of resolution 2427 (2018), which we just adopted and was also co-sponsored by Equatorial Guinea. All of that demonstrates Sweden's strong commitment to the protection of children. We also thank Special Representative Virginia Gamba, as well as our guest Ms. Henrietta Fore, Executive Director of UNICEF. Moreover, we thank Ms.”
2018-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8305 (2018) · source
“We congratulate the Government of the Central African Republic for the slow but steady progress it is making towards restoring its authority throughout the entire country.”
2018-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8291 (2018) · source
“We conclude this statement by emphasizing once again that, among the myriad tasks set forth in MINUSCA's mandate, the protection of civilians and support for the central Government and its armed forces must be prioritized so that the Government can exercise its authority over the entire national territory. To that end and to reiterate a point made by Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Parfait Onanga-Anyanga, it is Vital that broad and resolute support be lent to MINUSCA so that it can carry out the huge and very complex mission that has been conferred upon it by our Council. The Republic of Equatorial Guinea reiterates its full support for our sister Central African Republic in its efforts to address violence and in its genuine desire to achieve sustainable peace through inclusive dialogue and national reconciliation.”
2018-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8291 (2018) · source
“We commend the training provided to the units of the Forces armees centrafricaines, which could support the efforts of MINUSCA, thereby contributing to strengthening the authority of the State. We therefore call for the lifting of the obstacles to the rearmament of the Forces armees centrafricaines. It would be remiss of me to end this statement without underscoring the deteriorating humanitarian and human rights situation, which directly affects vulnerable people, in particular women and children, and has resulted in an increase in the number of Central Africans seeking refuge in neighbouring countries, including Chad, Cameroon and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2018-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8291 (2018) · source
“During the meeting between the two senior officials and President Touadera, they welcomed the decision of the Central African Government to reactivate the joint commissions among the Central African Republic, Cameroon, Chad and the Sudan to address regional security issues. The Republic of Equatorial Guinea supported in its time the renewal of MINUSCA'S mandate until 15 November, and we closely followed and praised the work of Special Representative of the United Nations, Mr. Parfait Onanga-Anyanga, with various groups and with national authorities, MINUSCA and other stakeholders. Those efforts are vital in order to focus increasingly on developing synergies and common ground among the various actors operating in the territory to better coordinate of their activities.”
2018-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8291 (2018) · source
“We welcome with optimism and commend the decision agreed by the Economic Community of Central African States and the Economic Community of West African States during their meeting in Lome to hold a joint summit, in July, on peace, security and combating radicalization and violent extremism. We also appreciate the joint visit to the Central African Republic by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Central Africa and the Secretary-General of ECCAS, during which they reiterated the support of the United Nations and ECCAS for the African Initiative for Peace and Reconciliation.”
2018-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8291 (2018) · source
“The Republic of Equatorial Guinea reiterates its call on all armed groups to lay down their weapons, abandon all forms of violence and destabilizing activities, and commit themselves to the African Initiative for Peace and Reconciliation in the Central African Republic, whose adopted road map is the result of the coordinated efforts of the authorities of the Central African Republic, the African Union, the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS), the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region and the Community of Sant'Egidio, together with the support of several countries of the region, as well as the direct and indirect support provided by the international community, which makes the road map the principle framework for achieving a political solution to the crisis in the Central African Republic.”
2018-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8291 (2018) · source
“We underscore that this process must include the full and effective participation of all political and social stakeholders and of the civilian population, irrespective of ethnic background, gender, language, religion, politics or other opinions. It is essential to advance this process, achieve the desired objectives and ensure that the socioeconomic and cultural needs of all sectors of society are taken into account.”
2018-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8291 (2018) · source
“These constant acts are aimed at trying to prevent MINUSCA from fulfilling its mandate and commitments to the international community. We believe that these deliberate attacks on the United Nations peacekeeping forces are totally unacceptable, must be condemned and constitute a war crime, and the perpetrators must be held accountable to international justice. We also believe that the Government and national authorities of our sister Central African Republic must enjoy the strong support of the international community so that it can promote and pursue the priorities, strategies and activities aimed at achieving, strengthening and promoting peace.”
2018-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8291 (2018) · source
“The Government of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea is concerned about the resurgence of violence and virulence with which ex-Seleka and anti-balaka armed groups control much of the country and attack civilian and military targets, resulting in hundreds of deaths and many injuries, through their operations in the PK5 neighbourhood and other parts of the country. The armed groups continue to focus their attacks on humanitarian workers and peacekeepers of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) in Tagbara, north-east of Bambari, which we strongly condemn, while expressing our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, peacekeepers and MINUSCA.”
2018-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8291 (2018) · source
“Mr. Ndong Mba (Equatorial Guinea) (spoke in Spanish): At the outset, our delegation thanks and commends Mr. Parfait Onanga-Anyanga, Special Representative of the Secretary-General; Mr. Be'dializoun Moussa Nebie, Special Representative of the African Union to the Central African Republic; and Brigadier General Herminio Teodoro Maio, Force Commander of the European Union Military Training Mission in the Central African Republic, for their detailed briefings on the reality of recent events in the Central African Republic and the overall situation in the country.”
2018-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8291 (2018) · source
“I will conclude by encouraging the Government of the Sudan to continue to make every effort to uphold calm and respect for international humanitarian law and human rights for all parts of the population under its sovereignty, as well as to maintain the positive momentum and to strengthen its cooperation with the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur and the United Nations country team in the country in order to achieve peace and prosperity for the entire Sudanese population.”
2018-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8290 (2018) · source
“In accordance with the principles of responsibility and justice, like the African Union, which is calling for the restoration of peace and justice in Darfur, the Republic of Equatorial Guinea is fully convinced that dialogue and national reconciliation, in line with the Doha Document for Peace in Darfur, are basic elements for achieving a proper solution to the problems in the Sudan and a broad and lasting peace. The actions of the international community should support that momentum and not hinder it.”
2018-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8290 (2018) · source
“The fact that so many years have passed without the Court being able to make progress in that case clearly demonstrates the absence of grounds. The Republic of Equatorial Guinea therefore shares the position of the African Union with regard to the International Criminal Court's action concerning Darfur. Accordingly, we join the repeated request of the African Union for the suspension of proceedings against the President of the Sudan, Mr. Omar Al-Bashir, and the withdrawal of the referral of the case. Meanwhile, Equatorial Guinea welcomes the positive political developments in Darfur, thereby improving the security and stability of the country. Under the leadership of President Al-Bashir, the Sudan plays a very active and positive role in combating sectarian violence and terrorism, which is already having encouraging results on the ground.”
2018-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8290 (2018) · source
“The Republic of Equatorial Guinea believes that the International Criminal Court has no jurisdiction to charge a President of the Republic, in full discharge of his duties, given the fact that, as the symbol of national sovereignty, he enjoys immunity. International law on the immunity of senior State officials must be respected. The required cooperation by the Office of the President and the Court is being diminished by the lack of credibility of that judicial institution as a result of its inability to meet its responsibilities in an efficient, honest and transparent way. It is not by chance that several countries, including countries that are party to the Rome Statute, have not cooperated in the arrest and detention of President Omar Al-Bashir on account of their not sharing the interpretation of the Court with regard to immunity.”
2018-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8290 (2018) · source
“That is why we commend the great efforts of the Security Council to fight impunity for serious crimes and to promote the principles of justice and responsibility, as well as to demand accountability of all those responsible for war crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity and other related crimes, as well as its unremitting effort to establish institutions or methods to deal with such evils. However, with regard to the International Criminal Court, we would like to point out that we adhere to all the declarations and resolutions issued by the African Union on the way in which the Court deals with some African issues, in particular concerning the proceedings against the President ofthe Sudan, Mr. Omar Al-Bashir.”
2018-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8290 (2018) · source
“Mr. Ndong Mba (Equatorial Guinea) (spoke in Spanish): At the outset, on behalf of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, allow me to congratulate you, Mr. President, on the Russian Federation's second victory in the World Cup football championship this morning. We would like to welcome and thank Prosecutor Fatou Bensouda for her briefing on the twenty-seventh report on the situation in Darfur in accordance with resolution 1593 (2005). We appreciate the work of the Prosecutor, as well as the report that she has just presented to us. As we have already reiterated on many occasions before the Chamber, the Republic of Equatorial Guinea is a State that supports respect for international law and international humanitarian law.”
2018-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8290 (2018) · source
“We call for exploring how to strengthen the capacity of peacekeeping operations to support Member States, at their request, in implementing those recommendations, within the framework of the reform of the United Nations peace and security pillar. Finally, Equatorial Guinea expresses its deepest solidarity with the victims of armed conflicts and pays well-deserved tribute to the efforts of Member States to protect civilians during armed conflict, especially in developing countries and those most in need. We furthermore commend the firm commitment, courage and solidarity demonstrated by the humanitarian and health personnel of the United Nations, the International Committee of the Red Cross and the other humanitarian organizations present here with whom they carry out that important work.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“We also call for recognition of the contribution of the African Union and African countries to the continental and global humanitarian architecture, in particular to displaced persons and refugees as a result of armed conflict and other humanitarian crises, and call for the catalysing of partnerships between the United Nations and the African Union to that end. We welcome the recommendations contained in the Secretary-General's report (S/2018/462) to promote respect for international law among the parties, as well as good practices. We completely agree with him that the best way to protect civilians is to prevent and end conflicts.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“For that reason, we call on the parties to existing armed conflicts to comply with their obligations under international law, as appropriate, and international humanitarian law, under the Geneva Conventions of 1949 and the relevant obligations under the Additional Protocols of 1977 and 1999. We therefore also call for the implementation of resolution 2286 (2016), on the protection of the wounded and sick and medical and humanitarian personnel in conflict situations. Furthermore, we call upon humanitarian organizations and their personnel to also respect international humanitarian law and the laws of the Member States in which they operate, including respecting the principles of humanity, neutrality and impartiality, as well as the sovereignty of Member States, set out in the annex of General Assembly resolution 46/182.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“With respect to what I previously mentioned, the Republic of Equatorial Guinea believes that respect for, and compliance with, the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations must be an essential condition for the protection of civilians in armed conflict, especially respect for the national sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity of the countries where conflict is taking place. The protection of civilians must never be politicized. The protection of civilians is an undeniable responsibility of all parties to conflict; however, Governments bear the primary responsibility in that regard.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“That would strengthen their capacity to invest in the resilience of their peoples and in prevention to better cope with humanitarian emergencies that result not only from armed conflicts, but also from, inter alia, unexpected climatic phenomena and the impact of global financial crises. In that regard, Equatorial Guinea reaffirms that the protection of civilians in armed conflict is the primary responsibility of Member States, and recognizes the vital work of United Nations peacekeeping operations in supporting Member States and humanitarian organizations to that end.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“Many others fell victim to the strategic use of sexual violence and hunger as weapons of war, terrorism, torture and repression. Children have suffered grave human rights violations, and it is estimated that more than 65 million people have been forced to leave their homes and become displaced. Tragically, many civilians have disappeared without a trace. In accordance with the common position of the African Union, Equatorial Guinea believes that, in order for Member States to be able to protect civilians during armed conflicts, it is imperative to support them in their efforts to prevent or avoid the escalation or recurrence of conflicts through initiatives that facilitate their sustainable development and peacebuilding.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“Equatorial Guinea firmly condemns violent attacks and threats directed against civilians in armed conflicts, and expresses its deep concern about the direct and indirect effects of those attacks on people and their communities. We call for those responsible for such acts to be brought before the relevant international judicial institutions to answer for their crimes. During 2017, in many armed conflicts, thousands of civilians lost their lives from the use of high-powered explosive and chemical weapons. Many survivors not only suffered serious injuries, but also witnessed the destruction of their homes, vital infrastructure and social spaces, which are essential to maintain a dignified, humane and productive life.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“The following statement on behalf of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea is aligned with the statements to be delivered by the representative of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela on behalf of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries and by Ms. Fatima Kyari Mohammed, Permanent Observer of the African Union to the United Nations. As previous speakers explained, armed conflicts are increasingly complex, asymmetrical and posing new challenges as they expand to urban areas. The expansion and mobility of terrorist groups, extremists and organized crime further augment that complexity. Those new scenarios entail the increased vulnerability of civilians, which undermine their dignity, humanity and resilience, and also limit the capacity and work of Member States, humanitarian personnel and peacekeepers during armed conflicts.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“Mr. Ndong Mba (Equatorial Guinea) (spoke in Spanish): First of all, allow me to commend the Republic of Poland for its skilful leadership since assuming the presidency of the Security Council for the month of May, and express our gratitude for the holding of this fundamentally important open debate on the protection of civilians in armed conflict. I would also like to take this opportunity to convey our thanks for the informative briefings by Secretary-General Antonio Guterres; Mr. Yves Daccord, Director-General of the International Committee of the Red Cross; and Ms. Hanaa Edwar, Secretary-General of the Iraqi Al-Amal Association.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“In our capacity as Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 2048 (2012), concerning Guinea-Bissau, we are considering a trip to the country at the end of June to begin to take stock of the progress made and of the status of the current sanctions imposed on military leaders who carried out the coup d'etat on 12 April 2012.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“In conclusion, we congratulate and pay tribute to regional institutions - the ECOWAS and the African Union - on the tremendous efforts and considerable progress they have made to resolve the political and institutional impasse. It is also important to acknowledge the involvement and efforts of the European Union, the United Nations and the Community of Portuguese-speaking Countries. It is essential that group of international actors remain committed to providing assistance to Guinea-Bissau in the post-election period and helping it to develop a budget to achieve its economic goals. I would like especially to thank and congratulate Mr. Yury Fedotov, Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, for his support to the Government of Guinea-Bissau to curb drug trafficking.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“It is important that such development occurs within the context of regional development. As expressed by the African Union Commission in its communique' of 2 May, we would like to encourage the new authorities and all interested parties in Guinea-Bissau to work closely within the framework of the country's democratic institutions and take urgent and sustainable steps to address current challenges as soon as possible in order to ensure lasting stability in the country. The examples of Liberia and Sierra Leone clearly demonstrate that, with effort, political will, solidarity, coordination and international assistance, a peaceful and lasting solution can be found to the situation in Guinea-Bissau.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“The Conakry Agreement also demands other kinds of conclusive reforms, such as a review of the Constitution, the signing of a stability pact, electoral law reform, political party law reform, including public financing, and defence, security and justice sector reform and the drafting of the fresh start development plan according to the Terra Ranca vision. Prospects for development are vital to enable the country to return to the path of economic development. We acknowledge and are grateful for the donations already being made, and we congratulate the Government of Guinea-Bissau for making an initial contribution of $1.8 million. We call upon donors, the main international financial institutions and Guinea- Bissau's traditional and non-traditional donors to make their contributions in order to move the process forward.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“The main goal of the new Government team, which should achieve tangible results in a relatively short time, is to guarantee smooth, transparent and inclusive legislative elections on 18 November. To that end, it is vital that the necessary $7.7 million be made available to the electoral fund as soon as possible. The Government and the United Nations Development Programme agreed to that fund to be able to proceed with the electoral census update and to establish a new mapping division so that the Government and the new management team of the National Electoral Commission can have the technical means to hold successful elections in a peaceful and calm environment. Peacebuilding and the consolidation of political and institutional progress require much more than organizing elections.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“A few days later, UNIOGBIS endorsed the overwhelming approval of civil society and of the people in general with regard to the appointment of such an experienced politician. With regard to the recently formed inclusive Government, although it is indeed true that the African Party for the Independence of Guinea and Cape Verde and the Party for Social Renewal control the majority of Government portfolios, the real surprise in the Government's composition is the fact that the leaders of three other parties - the President of the Union for Change, the President of the Democratic Convergence Party and the President of the New Democracy Party 4 were allocated seats in Parliament, which demonstrates the Government's inclusive nature.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“After nearly three years of a political and institutional crisis in Guinea-Bissau, the Security Council and the international community have a reason to be optimistic. Recent positive developments in the country provide a logical explanation for the encouraging environment. On 16 April, President Jose Mario Vaz conveyed hope to his people, the friends of Guinea-Bissau and the international community by appointing Mr. Aristide Gomes as consensus Prime Minister. The appointment of Mr. Gomes to that important State post was the result of long negotiations supported primarily by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the African Union, which enabled the main political parties to reach a firm consensus.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source