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1. “Last but not least is the question of gender budgeting that must take into account the special needs of women in the domain of peacekeeping and support operations. Working together through and within the United Nations system, we should continue to promote the equal and effective participation of women in all efforts aimed at the promotion of peace and security.”

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2. “In politics and governance, more women have been able to be elected to the national legislature and other Government legislative institutions due to the deliberate Government policy of affirmative action of reserving certain positions for women alone, in addition to their ability to compete with men in other positions. More female members have also been appointed to the national Cabinet in Government. The Government of Uganda is committed to continue exploring more opportunities in the effective implementation of resolution 1325 (2000). We wish to call upon the United Nations to involve more women in preventive diplomacy, negotiations and mediation to promote gender balance in these areas.”

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3. “In order to address the question of gender balance and gender mainstreaming in a holistic manner, Uganda has made tremendous strides in empowering women and girls through not only the provision of universal primary and secondary education, but also the introduction of affirmative action in admissions to tertiary institutions in the country. That has greatly enabled more women to acquire the necessary education that empowers them with the required skills and knowledge to compete with men in various aspects of life, both internally and globally.”

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4. “In local districts under the localization programme, Uganda, facilitated by the Global Network of Women Peacebuilders, has adopted local action plans that have resulted in a decrease in sexual and gender- based violence. The question of sexual exploitation and abuse in peacekeeping operations must be seriously addressed and those who commit such crimes should be held to account for their actions. Uganda is exemplary in that respect. Not long ago, some Uganda People's Defence Force members serving in the African Union Military Observer Mission in Somalia were identified for transgressions and were duly tried before a court of law, both in the Mission area and at home. Those found culpable were severely punished for their actions.”

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5. “In the same vein, women continue to be sidelined and marginalized in conflict management and resolution, peacemaking, peacebuilding, peacekeeping and peace support operations. We commend the United Nations for some deliberate actions taken so far to address those challenges and for the implementation of some aspects of resolution 1325 (2000). However, a lot ofwork still needs to be done. We therefore call for the full and effective implementation of resolution 1325 (2000). We note with appreciation the recognition of the Secretary-General in his report (S/2016/822) of Uganda as an outstanding example of a country that has demonstrated that women are making a remarkable difference as agents of change.”

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6. “Women continue to face numerous challenges, but most specifically their plight is even more debilitating during conflicts and wars. More often than not, they are not the causes but mere victims and bear the greatest brunt ofthe excesses of such conflicts. Women and girls have endured some of the greatest acts ofhumiliation by being subjected to such degrading acts as rape and other forms of sexual violence and abuse during conflicts. In most instances, sexual exploitation, violence and abuse are even used as weapons of war. United Nations reports are awash with many such acts in many conflicts and war situations all over the world, including in Africa. Conflicts and wars have registered many widows and orphans, the most vulnerable of whom are girls.”

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7. “At the outset, my delegation extends to the Russian presidency our great appreciation for convening this open debate on the very important theme of women and peace and security. My delegation appreciates the efforts made by the Secretary-General, Mr. Ban Ki-moon, in promoting the mainstreaming of gender equality and empowerment. We welcome the briefing he gave this morning, as well as that delivered by the Executive Director of the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women, Ms. Phumzile Mlambo- Ngcuka. We also take note ofthe briefing made Ms. Rita Lopidia, Executive Director of the EVE Organization for Women Development in South Sudan. Uganda joins other Member States in reiterating the concerns the international community continues to have in the effective implementation of resolution 1325 (2000).”

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8. “The international community should follow the lead of China, the Obama Administration in the United States, Japan and other economies by investing in the interesting economic prospects we have in Africa, for our mutual benefit. Doing so will consolidate sustained peace on this continent and in the world.”

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9. “The Security Council should apply a consultative approach to resolving the crises in these countries, for in order to achieve durable peace, we must craft legitimate political solutions. Consultations must therefore have the support of the legitimate leaders of these countries. We need to create armed forces that are effective and yet fully subordinate to the legimitate civil authorities. These countries have a rich natural endowment. The international community should enable their citizens to benefit from those resources through policies that promote economic productivity and social and economic transformation. Africa is an emerging and vibrant market with plenty of potential to offer its people and the world community.”

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10. “For instance, colonialism, the arbitrary partition of Africa, internal militarism and Cold War rivalry and manipulation were key in precipitating the collapse of the Somali State. Furthermore, we all vividly recall the causes of the current crisis in Libya. Similarly, the conflict in South Sudan is no accident. Colonial and post-colonial marginalization over the last century before its self-determination firmly laid the foundation for this tragedy. If we are to resolve the conflicts that exist in Africa, we do not need to reinvent the wheel. Let us draw from the best practices elsewhere and adopt and adapt them accordingly in South Sudan, the Central African Republic, Libya and Somalia. There will be a need to avoid quick-fix solutions, as these may do more harm than good in the final analysis.”

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11. “Uganda and Tanzania will soon begin construction of a 1,400-kilometre oil pipeline from Uganda's oil belt in Hoima to the Indian Ocean port of Tanga, in collaboration with the French Total oil company. The investment amounts to at least $4 billion. Within this exceedingly vibrant region, this is not all. Unfortunately, time does not permit me to discuss the other stories from the region and elsewhere in southern Africa and other parts of the continent. However, the point to note is that Africa is on the move and full of promise for its people and the world. Cases of persistent conflict on the continent have not been been due to inexplicably bad luck. Their causes can be scientifically explained and ideas and efforts can be contributed to the process of finding and implementing a solution.”

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12. “One instance of the continent's sustained economic transformation and development is the investment by the Dangote Group, an African private sector company, of $15 billion in the construction of one of the biggest oil refineries in the world in Nigeria. The aim is to address fuel shortages in Nigeria and West Africa. The refinery will be refining up to 650,000 barrels of crude oil a day, and it is expected to create approximately 100,000 much-needed jobs. This is not a stand-alone African development. With funding from China's Export-Import Bank, a standard gauge railway line is being built to connect East Africa, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda and South Sudan to the sea and world trade, at an estimated cost of $3.8 billion.”

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13. “Today, unlike in the 19605, when military coups were the order of the day, most African countries are democracies, meeting another vital requirement of sustained peace. Regional integration is another important dimension. Africa has some of the most vibrant regional integration entities on this planet, such as the East African Community, the Economic Community of West African States and the Southern African Development Community. These entities structurally entrench peace and development. Even socially and economically, Africa is on the rise. Recent statistics from the African Development Bank indicate that the continent currently raises up to $450 billion annually as domestic revenue, while external funding amounts to approximately $50 billion annually. This positive trend points towards sustained peace on this continent.”

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14. “Other contributing factors include the balance of terror between the world's two main military powers, the benefits derived from the Marshall Plan that reconstructed Western Europe, and the creation of the present-day European Union, which within the context of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, has enabled European countries to access each other's markets without resorting to war, as was the case in the past. Even in today's Africa, our reality is not all characterized by doom and gloom because, for the first time in many years, with the exception of Western Sahara, the people of Africa have achieved their self-determination, as required by the Charter of the United Nations. That is a prerequisite for sustained peace.”

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15. “For instance, in North America, there has been no war for the last century because its countries have evolved democratic, inclusive and competitive political systems and trade freely among themselves. Critically, the United States, as a super-Power, guarantees North America's security. Similarly, in Europe, the creation of the United Nations - coupled with the victorious Allied Powers' avoidance of the vindictive approach to Germany adopted after the First World War- consolidated the peace.”

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16. “Indeed, the Security Council is mandated to follow up on the latter part of the Article, and it is doing so by hosting this open debate, as we are witnessing today. Today's global turmoil could lead one to conclude that the world is experiencing its most unstable period. However, the actual reality is that the overwhelming majority of national and international relations are being conducted peacefully. For instance, there are more democracies in the world now than there have been at any other time in human history, it is wealthier, and there are more educated people living longer lives. Crucially, enabling social, political and economic architectures and infrastructures exist in those countries and regions where peace prevails.”

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17. “Uganda's Minister for Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Sam Kutesa, sends his sincere apologies for not attending this open debate due to previously planned national obligations that required his presence. However, he is with us in spirit, and I deliver this statement at his behest. Our mission appreciates Japan's convening of this open debate and its promotion of peace and development in Africa. As a country located between the Great Lakes and the Horn of Africa regions, Uganda fully appreciates the theme of this open debate. Article 1 of the Charter of the United Nations mandates the Organization to maintain international peace and security and, inter alia, to take collective measures for the prevention and removal of threats to peace.”

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18. “We stress the importance of coordination among international and regional efforts in supporting dialogue in Burundi. All efforts must be focused on a credible and inclusive dialogue aimed at re-establishing the trust and reconciliation that will ensure confidence-building among all parties and a return to the security and stability that will spur development in the country.”

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19. “In its recommendations, the meeting, first, appreciated the efforts of the East African Community mediation process led by His Excellency Mr. Yoweri Museveni, President of the Republic of Uganda, in search of peace and stability in Burundi; and, secondly, welcomed the willingness of the Government of the Republic of Burundi to engage in an all-inclusive inter-Burundian dialogue on various themes to be conducted in and outside Burundi in consideration of peace and unity, as required by the people of the country. At the same time, the African Union Peace and Security Council has continuously demonstrated its ability to follow the security situation in Burundi closely, as reflected in its recently adopted communique of 17 October. All these regional efforts are consistent with Chapters VII and VIII of the United Nations Charter.”

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20. “In the light of the Minister's position, the officials promised to get back to the Community after consultations with their principal, His Excellency Mr. Pierre Nkurunziza, President of the Republic of Burundi. In view of the recent meetings held in Bujumbura, we are optimistic that there will be progress. The next summit of the East African Community Heads of State is scheduled to take place on 30 November, and the security situation in Burundi will certainly be on the agenda. It is important to note that the region has remained actively seized of the matter and that recently, on 20 October, the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region held a meeting of Ministers of Defence in Luanda, which discussed, inter alia, the security situation in Burundi.”

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21. “He held meetings with the President of the Senate and his two deputies; the President of the National Assembly with his two deputies, including Mr. Rwasa, who comes from the opposition; the Minister of Home Affairs; and the Commission appointed by President Nkuruziza to conduct the Inter-Burundi dialogue. In all the meetings he held with the officials mentioned previously, the Minister of Defence received similar, consistent messages indicating that while they welcome the East African Community intervention, their preference is for the Community to play an advisory role to the Commission. Minister Kiyonga reiterated that the East African Community facilitation efforts would proceed as originally conceived, but would indeed work with the Commission.”

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22. “In those engagements, the Minister underscored the need to find a durable political solution through dialogue among all parties and called on them to desist from incitement and violence. He left Bujumbura, and elections for the President took place on 21 July. On 26 July, His Excellency Mr. Pierre Nkurunziza sent his special envoys, Mr. Pascal Nyabenda, Speaker of the Burundi Parliament, and Mr. Agathon Rwasa, First Deputy Speaker, along with two other members of Parliament, to Kampala. It was further agreed that the East African Community-mandated dialogue must continue. Uganda remains committed to facilitating the dialogue, as mandated by the Heads of State of the East African Community. In that regard, Mr. Kiyonga visited Bujumbura on 28 and 29 October in order to follow up on his assignment in Burundi.”

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23. “Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, President of the Republic of Uganda, was asked to lead and facilitate a high-level dialogue in a bid to find a lasting solution to the political situation and to ensure that peace returns to Burundi. Accordingly, on 14 and 15 July, President Museveni was in Burundi and met with all the stakeholders in a bid to create momentum for dialogue. The President has also been in contact with the Secretary-General and leaders in the region. Subsequently, President Museveni delegated The Honourable Chrispus Kiyonga, Uganda's Minister of Defence, to continue facilitating the dialogue in Burundi. On behalf of the President, the Minister traveled to Bujumbura and chaired a series of stakeholder meetings on 16, 17 and 18 July.”

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24. “Jacob Zuma, President of the Republic of South Africa and guarantor of the Arusha Accord, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, the Secretary-General's Special Envoy for the Great Lakes Region, and the Executive Secretary of the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region. The Heads of State were concerned about the violence in Bujumbura and other parts of Burundi that had led to the deaths of many people, as well as to the influx of refugees into neighbouring countries and the destruction of property. The summit called upon all parties to stop the violence and exercise restraint. At the third extraordinary summit of the Heads of State of the East African Community, held on 6 July, His Excellency Mr.”

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25. “Fifteen years after the signing of the Arusha Agreement, all the country's political leaders, including those in exile, must aim to find common cause and commit to building on the stability that was ushered in by the Agreement. Uganda underscores the role of regional and subregional organizations in the peaceful settlement of conflicts, in line with Chapter VIII of the Charter of the United Nations. The United Nations and the international community should support the efforts of regional and subregional organizations to address the challenges relating to peace and security, human rights and development. On 31 May, an emergency summit of the East African Community was convened on the situation in Burundi. Those attending the summit included His Excellency Mr.”

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26. “I take this opportunity to congratulate you, Sir, and your country, the United Kingdom, on your assumption of the Security Council presidency for this month and for organizing this important meeting on the security situation in Burundi. 1 also thank you for inviting Uganda to brief the Council on the efforts of the East African Community to facilitate dialogue in Burundi. Until recently, Burundi had been a success story, based on the efforts undertaken by the region to address insecurity in the country. The efforts of the region led to the signing of the Arusha Peace and Reconciliation Agreement. The Heads of State of the countries of the region have continued to provide their support for peacebuilding efforts in Burundi.”

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27. “Young boys and girls kidnapped or coerced into joining armed groups must be freed to live the rest of their lives without the stigma or trauma of those early years shadowing their future.”

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28. “In conclusion, it is vital that we constantly improve strategies to make an impact in terms of protection of children in armed conflict. The international community must make sustained efforts to truly change the situation. The United Nations should continue to document its experience and lessons learned in the area of protection of children during peacekeeping operations so that future peacekeeping operations can benefit from that experience. At the same time, all parties to armed conflicts should strive to meet their obligations under relevant international law and to respect and safeguard the rights of children. In post-conflict situations, the return of children to their families, schools and communities as well as the provision of sufficient resources should be prioritized.”

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29. “They become victims when they are displaced or when their Government cannot ensure adequate funding for schools and health clinics, resulting in very low school participation rates and high infant mortality rates. No country emerging from war can, without risk, leave its young people on the sidelines without any future, knowing only a culture of violence. Programmes for disarming, demobilizing and reintegrating combatants must therefore take into account the specific needs of children, in particular young girls, who are even more severely affected than boys and whose reintegration is even more difficult. In Uganda, following the end of the Lord's Resistance Army insurgency in 2006, one of the priorities of the Government was reintegration of formerly abducted children into their families and communities.”

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30. “It is therefore crucial to ensure respect for children's rights, hold accountable those responsible for abuses and crimes committed against children in armed conflict, and cater to the needs of affected children in post-conflict situations. Beyond the impact on peace and stability, there is indeed the human dimension of the tragedy of children caught up in armed conflict. Unfortunately, there have been many instances of violent conflict where children have been used as bearers, cooks, messengers and sex slaves, and others have been involved in combat, taking human lives. Besides child soldiers, all children become victims in one way or another during armed conflicts.”

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31. “Nevertheless, there is still a lot of work to be done, especially in assisting countries emerging from conflict to give full consideration to the special needs of children as part of their disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programmes. The challenge of protecting the rights and well- being of children during conflict and ensuring attention to their educational, health, rehabilitation and nutritional needs in post-conflict periods is daunting. Too frequently, the absence of participation by advocates of youths and children during peace negotiations means that their concerns are often not given the attention they deserve. We are convinced that addressing the needs of children is not just a matter of fairness, equity or humanitarianism; it is also key to building and maintaining lasting peace.”

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32. “It is therefore incumbent upon all Member States and parties to conflicts to ensure that children are protected from the harm of armed conflict. Uganda condemns the recruitment, use and abuse of children in armed conflict in violation of applicable international law. The psychosocial consequences on the well-being and mental health of the affected children are traumatic. We therefore welcome the attention that Security Council continues to accord to this issue and the progress that is being made, including the adoption of a series of measures to promote the protection of children in armed conflict by the United Nations and regional and subregional organizations.”

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33. “Let me begin by congratulating you, Madam President, and the delegation of Luxembourg on your leadership of the Security Council this month and on organizing this debate on the important issue of children and armed conflict. I also thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, Ms. Leila Zerrougui; Executive Director of UNICEF Anthony Lake; and Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations Herve' Ladsous for their useful briefings. We also appreciate the insights provided by Alhaji Babah Sawaneh, from Sierra Leone, based on his own experience as a child soldier. We often say that children are the future of the world, and indeed they are because they represent humankind's hopes. As the most vulnerable group, children are adversely affected by armed conflict.”

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34. “In conclusion, we call for greater efforts to promote and strengthen the rule of law in all its dimensions, at the national and international levels, in the maintenance of international peace and security.”

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35. “It may therefore be necessary, in some post-conflict situations, to support a legitimate Government in exercising more effective control in order to ensure the sustainability of the gains attained through regional or United Nations efforts. Fourthly, at the international level, we need to ensure that all Member States adhere to and respect international law. No country should have the prerogative to position itself above international law, apply it selectively or with double standards. We are concerned about instances of the application of unilateral measures in the context of international relations in order to pursue individual national interests. Moreover, the marginalization of many developing countries in the context of global political and economic governance institutions should not be allowed to continue.”

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36. “It is important to ensure early action to address gaps or weaknesses in the rule of law, and a long-term commitment to implement the necessary reforms. In the pursuit of rule of law, there is no case where one size fits all. That is why transitional justice mechanisms tailored to individual situations can be useful tools. In Uganda, we have seen the benefits of utilizing traditional methods, such as the so-called mato put system, which emphasize reconciliation rather than retributive justice and have strong support from elders and traditional and religious leaders. Thirdly, the importance of the rule of law as one of the elements of conflict prevention, peacekeeping, conflict resolution and peacebuilding cannot be overemphasized. Yet we need to recognize that such a situation does not occur in a vacuum.”

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37. “Secondly, we concur with the observation set out in the concept note (S/2014/75, annex) that many countries that have experienced conflicts in the past are prone to repeated cycles of violence, displacement, pervasive humanitarian crises and instability. One of the ways to avoid such recurrence is to support post-conflict countries to build strong national institutions that promote peace and security and to provide economic opportunities so that populations benefit from peace dividends. We have seen many examples in Africa of post- conflict countries following a steady path to durable peace, stability and development through national efforts to build institutions, supported by the African Union, subregional organizations, the United Nations and the broader international community.”

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38. “I would like to underscore four points. First, it is essential to ensure that efforts to strengthen the rule of law at the national level are nationally owned and primarily aimed at responding to the needs and aspirations of the people, taking into account national traditions and cultures. The involvement and participation of all citizens, in particular women and young people, are central. We need to foster adherence to constitutionalism and democratic governance, underpinned by strong institutions, including the executive, the civil service, the judiciary, the legislature and the security and law and order sectors, with the necessary checks and balances. The principle of the equality of all before the law is fundamental.”

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39. “I thank you, Madam President, and the delegation of Lithuania for organizing this open debate on the important topic of the promotion of and strengthening of the rule of law in the maintenance of international peace and security. We also thank the Secretary-General for his briefing. Our forebears recognized in the Charter of the United Nations the need to live in peace and harmony and expressed their determination to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war. They reaffirmed the rule of law as one of the fundamental components that contributes to the maintenance of international peace and security. Uganda underscores the importance of putting in place an enabling environment in which the rule of law, in all its dimensions, is promoted and strengthened at the national and international levels.”

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40. “Since regional organizations have a comparative advantage through increased complementarities to undertake efforts to ensure protection of civilians in armed conflict, the benefits of such coordination are enormous.”

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41. “The United Nations has improved its operational innovations in civilian protection, which include practical steps and guidance on civilian protection as well as highlighting best practices. However, there is still more work to be done to ensure the protection of civilians on the ground, with a focus on preventive mechanisms to deter damage, destruction and loss of life as a result of armed conflict. In conclusion, my delegation calls for regular interaction, coordination and consultation among the SecurityCouncil,regionalandsubregionalorganizations and host States, with a view to devising more effective strategies for protecting civilians in armed conflict.”

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42. “For example, Uganda's role as mediator of the dialogue between the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Mouvement du 23 mars under the auspices of the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region de-escalated the conflict in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and saved lives. My delegation is convinced that exerting greater efforts to peacefully resolve disputes will reduce threats to peace and security. From that perspective, greater use of mediation should be a part of the Council's overall response to the increased magnitude and complexity of peacekeeping as conflicts become more multi-layered. Thirdly, there is a need to enhance early-warning and response mechanisms in the protection of civilians in armed conflict.”

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43. “In that regard, we look forward to support from the international community. Secondly, there is a need to emphasize the importance of mediation as a recourse in the peaceful settlement of conflicts, even after the outbreak of conflict. As we know, protection broadly encompasses activities aimed at obtaining full respect for the rights of all individuals in accordance with international law, a task that is difficult in armed conflicts. We underscore the need for the parties to a conflict to seek political solutions through dialogue, conciliation, arbitration, judicial settlement or the use of regional and international arrangements in accordance with Article 33 of the Charter of the United Nations. We call upon the Security Council to give top priority to conflict prevention and mediation under Chapter VI of the Charter.”

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44. “Today's armed conflicts often take place in densely populated areas, with extensive civilian losses and damage to civilian buildings and infrastructure as a result. That means there is an urgent need to consider whether the interpretation of the basic international humanitarian law rules of distinction between military targets and civilians and proportionality need to be further strengthened. We have unfortunately witnessed many instances on the African continent where delayed action by State authorities, the region or the Security Council have resulted in a devastating loss of life and untold suffering to populations. The African Union is working towards the operationalization of African standby brigades to be able to respond quickly and robustly in situations of violent conflict.”

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45. “The most vulnerable populations at risk include women and children, who are often killed, raped and sexually abused or forced to become soldiers. Survivors are often displaced, taking refuge in camps where they are often defenceless against armed attacks and harassment. My delegation would like to underscore the importance ofprotecting civilians in armed conflict. We would like therefore to commend the Security Council for its continuous prioritization of its engagement on this role. I wish to emphasize the following fundamental points in the protection of civilians in armed conflict. First, it is essential to ensure a quick, effective and concerted response, especially in situations of armed conflict, in order to protect civilians, prevent atrocities, restore law and order and provide humanitarian assistance.”

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46. “I congratulate you, Madam President, and the delegation of Lithuania on your leadership of the Security Council this month. I also thank you for organizing and presiding over this debate on this very crucial topic. We thank Under- Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator Valerie Amos, Under- Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations Herve Ladsous, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Navi Pillay and Director-General of the International Committee of the Red Cross Yves Daccord for their insightful briefings. In contemporary armed conflicts, innocent civilians often constitute an overwhelming majority of victims and have at times been deliberately targeted.”

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47. “Thirdly, in conclusion, the Security Council and the international community should continue to support efforts undertaken by national actors, as well as regional and subregional organizations such as the African Union, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, the International Conference of the Great Lakes Region, the Southern African Development Community and the Economic Community of West African States to settle conflicts on the continent peacefully through negotiation, dialogue and mediation. While we stress the need to end impunity and bring perpetrators to justice, it is also important to promote reconciliation for long-term stability.”

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48. “In that regard, we welcome the incorporation of the protection of civilians in the mandates ofUnited Nations peacekeeping missions, and call for the effective implementation of that mandate, particularly in situations where armed groups such as the Lord's Resistance Army continue to commit grave atrocities against civilians in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Central African Republic.”

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49. “Secondly, the role of national Governments, which bear the primary responsibility for the protection of civilians, should be respected and supported in a way that upholds the principles of the Charter of the United Nations, without undermining the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the countries concerned. We would not like to see situations where the noble goal of protecting civilians is used as a pretext for interfering in the internal affairs of Member States or for pursuing other interests. The protection of civilians in armed conflict should be a collective effort to ensure strict observance of the standards and principles of international humanitarian law and human rights, especially with regard to women and children.”

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50. “My delegation would like to stress that the primary responsibility for the protection of civilians lies with national authorities and actors, who should fulfil their obligations and responsibilities under international humanitarian and human rights law. I wish to emphasize three points that we consider vital in the protection of civilians in armed conflict. First, it is essential for the Security Council, as well as regional and subregional organizations, to ensure that greater efforts are directed towards preventing and resolving conflicts, which necessitate the protection of civilians.”

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