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Nuno Vaultier Mathias

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2021-05-24

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2021-05-25

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1. “Moreover, monitoring and reporting processes are fundamental for decision-making on the ground, enabling more targeted strategies. Portugal remains committed to the defence of international humanitarian law and humanitarian aid principles and reaffirms the relevance of the European Consensus on Humanitarian Aid, which provides a common vision that guides the action of the EU in humanitarian aid. The importance of compliance with international humanitarian law, respecting and safeguarding humanitarian principles, guaranteeing humanitarian access in conflict situations and ensuring the protection of civilians in armed conflict will continue to rank high among Portugal’s priorities.”

   2021-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/505 (2021) · source

2. “That includes training in international humanitarian law for armed forces, which is an obligation under customary international humanitarian law, as well as under the Geneva Conventions and their additional protocols. That obligation has repeatedly been recalled by the United Nations in both the Security Council and the General Assembly. With a view to supporting host Governments in meeting their primary responsibility to protect civilians, it is important to engage in dialogue and political advocacy through support for reconciliation, peace agreements and mediation, as well as in capacity-building and promoting accountability and fighting impunity. It is worth bearing in mind that deliberate attacks against civilians constitute war crimes and in some cases crimes against humanity, which deserve due accountability.”

   2021-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/505 (2021) · source

3. “Only recently, the adoption of resolution 2573 (2021) brought very welcome attention to objects and infrastructures critical for the delivery of essential services to the civilian population. Despite the Secretary-General’s call for an immediate global ceasefire in March 2020 to focus on the fight against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), ongoing conflicts continue to harm populations worldwide. In that sense, resolution 2565 (2021) was pivotal in calling for strengthened international cooperation to facilitate equitable and affordable access to COVID-19 vaccines in armed conflict and post-conflict situations and during complex humanitarian emergencies. It is essential to guarantee and reinforce training for all members of peacekeeping operations.”

   2021-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/505 (2021) · source

4. “Portugal welcomes and encourages the continued attention that the Security Council dedicates to the protection of civilians, which is consistently showcased in several relevant instruments. The adoption of resolution 2341 (2017) was key in establishing the protection of critical infrastructure against terrorist threats and enhancing international and regional cooperation. Resolution 2417 (2018) drew attention to the link between armed conflict and conflict-induced food insecurity; called on all parties to conflict to comply with their obligations under international humanitarian law regarding the protection of civilians; and condemned the use of starvation of civilians as a method of warfare and the unlawful denial of humanitarian access to civilian populations.”

   2021-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/505 (2021) · source

5. “As has been broadly demonstrated since the concept was first included in peacekeeping mandates 21 years ago, the protection of civilians must be regarded as a cross-cutting priority throughout the conflict cycle. One of the fundamental principles of protection of civilians mandates in peacekeeping is that protecting civilians is the primary responsibility of Governments. Peacekeepers with a mandate to protect civilians have the authority and responsibility to provide protection when Governments are unable or unwilling to protect them. Therefore, the protection of civilians is a fundamental pillar of conflict prevention and of peacekeeping and peacebuilding operations. It is also significantly connected to the women and peace and security and the children and armed conflict agendas.”

   2021-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/505 (2021) · source

6. “Portugal aligns itself with the statement delivered by the observer of the European Union (EU) (annex 31) and would like to add the following points in its national capacity. Portugal thanks the Chinese presidency of the Security Council for organizing this open debate on the protection of civilians in armed conflict. This is a timely occasion to highlight the need for the development of comprehensive strategies for conflict prevention, namely the promotion of sustainable development policies aimed at consolidating peace and protecting civilians while fully respecting the primacy of political dialogue and international law. Only with an integrated approach based on peace and security, sustainable development and human rights can we guarantee sustainable peace.”

   2021-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/505 (2021) · source

7. “The programme allows for an analysis of the accumulated experience from the field, producing reliable lessons learned that are introduced in subsequent predeployment training. Let me conclude by assuring the Security Council that the safety and security of peacekeepers will continue to be a priority to Portugal.”

   2021-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/501 (2021) · source

8. “The training of our peacekeepers is a top priority for Portugal. We have in place a holistic approach that includes predeployment, deployment and post-deployment training. Prior to deployment, our peacekeepers undergo a six-month, mission- oriented training programme on peacekeeping operations, rules of engagement, the protection of civilians and the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse. Only thorough and updated training ensures high standards, proper posture and effective performance. We also invest in in-mission training, which gives our contingents the tools to operate in their specific areas of deployment and to work together with the other military and police contingents. Moreover, when our peacekeepers return home, they go through a six-month regeneration programme.”

   2021-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/501 (2021) · source

9. “We therefore need to generate efficient capabilities, including specialized capabilities, that enable us to tackle new and emerging threats and ensure both operational success and the safety and security of our peacekeepers. Knowledge of the country, the conflict, the parts to the conflict and respective modus operandi are essential to enhance safety and security in a peacekeeping operation. Appropriate equipment, making use of technological developments and ensuring the necessary capabilities for medical and casualty evacuation; appropriate training before deployment; and information sharing and lessons learned during induction, training and once deployed to the theatre of operations — all those aspects are vital for peacekeepers to identify and assess threats and to take appropriate measures to improve their situational awareness.”

   2021-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/501 (2021) · source

10. “Portugal thanks China, in its capacity as President of the Security Council, for organizing this open debate on an issue of the utmost importance. Peacekeeping is one of the most effective tools available to the United Nations in the promotion and maintenance of international peace and security. We all know that it comes at a heavy cost, and we would like to pay tribute to all the fallen and injured Blue Helmets and Blue Berets. Portugal has maintained consistent participation in United Nations peacekeeping operations, and we are currently engaged in several missions. As such, we are well aware that peacekeeping has become more and more demanding, as we face new actors with new approaches in more complex and hostile operational environments.”

    2021-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/501 (2021) · source