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Orrenius Skau

lines on the record: 360
first: 2017-11-29
most recent: 2018-12-21
sittings or episodes: 60
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“As more and more tasks are given to the country team, the international community must step up to ensure that the team has the resources to take them on. Much has been achieved by the Haitian people in recent years. Now it is important to keep up the momentum for reform. Longer-term stability and sustainable development require the continued commitment of all parties. Sweden will remain a committed partner for Haiti as the country makes further progress towards the consolidation of peace, democracy and the rule of law.”
2018-09-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8342 (2018) · source
“Supporting women's participation in political processes is particularly important, as are measures to improve women's security and protection against sexual and gender-based violence. The Mission needs to maintain a strategic focus and clear gender-budgeting. Ensuring that there is adequate information-gathering, monitoring and reporting, and coordination on those matters, is also key. In that regard, let me thank Ms. Bintou Keita for the gender- disaggregated data and the comprehensive gender analysis of the benchmarks that she presented to us in her briefing today. Given the lack of progress in some of those areas, we are worried about the report's conclusion that the capacities of the Mission and the United Nations country team to work on gender issues are limited.”
2018-09-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8342 (2018) · source
“The Mission is one of the first to make a transition from traditional peacekeeping in an era of sustaining peace. A continuously successful transition would therefore be important not only to Haiti, but also to the wider United Nations system in demonstrating its capacity to support countries emerging from internal strife. We welcome the appointment of Helen Meagher La Lime as the new Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Haiti at this key juncture of the transition phase. Securing a smooth and effective transition will be one of the main tasks in the coming months, and we give the Special Representative of the Secretary-General our full support. It is important that the Mission continue to pay close attention to gender aspects in its policies and strategic development.”
2018-09-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8342 (2018) · source
“The mandate of the United Nations Mission for Justice Support in Haiti (MINUJUSTH) is well aligned with the priorities set out by President Moise, including the rule of law and respect for human rights, as well as improving economic development, infrastructure, resilience and security. We hope that the new Government will strive with renewed energy to achieve progress on those priorities, and we hope to see results soon, such as the adoption of a new criminal code and a new code of criminal procedure. The benchmarks presented in the Secretary- General's report will help those efforts by linking progress made in core areas of the Mission's mandate with other key aspects for stability in the country. Those include socioeconomic development and fighting corruption.”
2018-09-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8342 (2018) · source
“I would like to start by thanking the Secretary-General for his report (S/2018/795) and Assistant Secretary-General Keita for her informative briefing this morning. Let me echo colleagues in their appreciation for the way in which she presented progress made in her charts this morning as well. Sweden commends Haiti for the progress made in its consolidation of democracy and stability. At the same time, the events of the past few months have also shown that the situation remains volatile. There is a strong need for broad-based political support for key reforms.”
2018-09-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8342 (2018) · source
“Let me begin by joining others in congratulating you, Madam President, in assuming your role for this month. Let me also echo others in praising the United Kingdom presidency for the manner they led the Security Council during the month of August. We have no objections to the provisional programme of work. We look forward to this month. It is important for the Council to assume its responsibility and come together on the wide range of issues on its agenda. We wish the presidency the best of luck. You, Madam President, and your team have our full support.”
2018-09-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8339 (2018) · source
“As is often discussed in the Peacebuilding Commission, for a sustainable peace to be truly consolidated, it is always important to address the root causes, including by focusing on constitutional reform, reconciliation, strengthening the rule of law through strong and inclusive institutions, assuring equal access to economic opportunities and respecting, protecting and ensuring human rights. Such reforms will be critical drivers of peace. The international community, in close partnership with the region, should now step up its efforts to support Guinea-Bissau on its path to sustainable peace and development.”
2018-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8337 (2018) · source
“Guinea-Bissau now needs concerted and coherent international support for the electoral process. It will be important to make full use of the good offices of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General in preparing for the elections. We commend the efforts of the Economic Community of West African States, which has played an essential role on behalf of the region in finding a solution to the political crisis, and we encourage its continued engagement, especially in the electoral process.”
2018-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8337 (2018) · source
“We stress the importance of ensuring women and men's equal participation in the upcoming elections both as voters and candidates, and we welcome the adoption of a gender quota law. We encourage the country's leadership to follow up the law with targeted efforts to include women's participation in the political processes at all levels. In that regard, I also welcome the briefing by Ms. Tavares Pinto this morning. The six-point road map and the Conakry Agreement must be implemented in full. In that regard we take note of the draft framework document for the stability pact that has been developed by the Government. For the pact to be credible and sustainable, we underscore the importance of ensuring that it is underpinned by an inclusive and consultative process.”
2018-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8337 (2018) · source
“As has been highlighted today, Guinea-Bissau has seen a number of positive developments over the past few months. We once again welcome the consensus appointment of a Prime Minister, the formation of an inclusive Government and the reopening of the National Assembly. The recent approvals of the new Government programme and national budget are also positive steps. We welcome the military's neutrality and its posture of non-interference in the political process, and we stress the importance of its continued neutrality moving forward. The sense of optimism that Ambassador Vieira alluded to in his briefing is encouraging. The elections on 18 November will be a crucial step towards building trust and stability. The ongoing challenges must now be addressed to ensure credible and timely elections within the agreed time frame.”
2018-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8337 (2018) · source
“I would like to begin by acknowledging the presence of Prime Minister Aristides Gomes here today. Sweden has a long- standing relationship with the people of Guinea-Bissau dating back even before its independence. It is in that spirit of close partnership that we are now engaging in support for Guinea-Bissau in the Council. I would like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for his briefing. The mission has a crucial role to play in the coordination of international efforts in support of Guinea-Bissau, not least now in support of the preparations for elections. I also thank the Ambassador Mauro Vieira of Brazil, Chair of the Guinea-Bissau configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission. We appreciate the opportunity to draw on the Peacebuilding Commission's strategic advice on Guinea-Bissau.”
2018-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8337 (2018) · source
“Sweden will continue supporting mediation efforts politically and through predictable funding to funds and programmes, as well as supporting the DPA through the Folke Bernadotte Academy by providing training and capacity-building. We will also continue to work towards achieving unity of purpose in the Council in support of the Secretary-General and his representatives in their respective mediation efforts to manage and prevent conflict. That is the duty of the Council as set out in the Charter of the United Nations.”
2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source
“Furthermore, there are also situations outside of the Council's regular agenda that require preventive diplomacy and mediation support. Cameroon, Nicaragua, Papua New Guinea and Madagascar illustrate such current situations. In order to be responsive with mediation when needed, the Security Council requires additional briefings and reporting on early warning and looming conflicts, including on human rights violations. The Council also must follow through on mediation efforts throughout the conflict cycle and not relent until durable peace has been achieved. To that end, agreement, not least among Council members, on the urgency to do better in preventing conflict is needed.”
2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source
“Examples include the efforts ofthe Economic Community ofWest African States to ensure the peaceful and democratic transition in The Gambia last year and the continued efforts of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development in South Sudan. Regional United Nations offices are critical to support and complement regional efforts. Thirdly, and perhaps most important, with regard to international unity, the Council must stand united in supporting United Nations mediation efforts, while providing envoys and mediation teams with the leverage that they need to succeed, especially in situations that are politically complex. Regrettably, too often divisions within the Council add to the challenges a United Nations mediator must overcome to succeed.”
2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source
“Secondly, concerning inclusivity and multitrack diplomacy, as the Archbishop stressed earlier, mediation should be inclusive so as to consider the needs of all segments of society. The participation of local communities and civil society, including youth organizations, in peace and mediation processes is essential for solutions to take root and must be given higher priority. Therefore, mediation capacity must also be strengthened at the national and local levels. Regional and subregional organizations play a crucial role in anticipating conflict risks by responding quickly, providing robust expertise and establishing relationships for effective mediation.”
2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source
“Women's participation is not a box that can be checked off by adding one or two women to negotiation teams, or by creating a separate mechanism in which women have only an advisory role. Women and men must participate on equal terms at all levels of political and peace processes. More women should be appointed as United Nations Special Envoys and senior members of mediation teams. Member States must make that possible by nominating more women candidates. The Swedish Women's Mediation Network was launched in 2015 for that purpose, and there are now several women's mediation networks, as the Secretary-General mentioned. Mediation support teams must also have adequate gender expertise to understand how women's rights are part of the issues under discussion.”
2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source
“International law provides a common basis for addressing the root causes of conflicts, such as the violation of human rights and international humanitarian law, justice and inequalities. Although significant progress has been made to strengthen the capacity for mediation, allow me to highlight three areas where we believe that further efforts are needed. First, there is the matter of gender mainstreaming and women's participation in mediation. I am happy to note that, regarding that issue, there appears to be a resounding consensus at today's meeting. In that regard, let me thank Ms. Mossarat Qadeem for her thoughtful contribution to today's open debate. It is not a women's issue, but a peace and security issue.”
2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source
“The Mediation Support Unit of the Department of Political Affairs (DPA) and the High-level Advisory Board on Mediation are also making important contributions to those efforts. Recently, we saw the crafting of an agreement between Greece and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia and the successful role of the Advisory Board on Mediation in the holding of Liberian elections through the deployment of President Obasanjo, as the Secretary- General mentioned earlier. We continue to encourage a flexible and proactive use of the Advisory Board. United Nations diplomatic work concerning the peaceful settlement of disputes and international peace and security must have the full support of the Council, as well as adequate and predictable funding under the regular budget.”
2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source
“Let me start by thanking you, Mr. President, for this important opportunity to discuss how to strengthen the role of mediation. I also want to thank the briefers for their insightful and very useful input to this discussion today. In January 2017, the Secretary-General presented his vision for a surge in diplomacy to the Council in an open debate organized under the Swedish presidency (see S/PV.7857). That vision is well on its way to being realized and should be actively supported by all Member States. We commend the diplomatic efforts of the Secretary-General and his envoys and special representatives in actively using his good offices to defuse tensions and resolve conflicts, often behind the scenes, with quiet diplomacy.”
2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source
“Security, reconstruction and livelihood programmes must also be urgently provided for. Reflecting on one of the major tragedies in recent times, the late former Secretary-General Kofi Annan noted with regret that "in their greatest hour ofneed, the world failed the people of Rwanda". The Council cannot turn a blind eye to the atrocities committed against the Rohingya. We must now take full responsibility and do our utmost to end this nightmare. History will not look kindly upon those who fail to do so.”
2018-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8333 (2018) · source
“More secure land must be provided and general security in the camps must be improved. Secondly, the continuously dire situation in Rakhine also needs to be addressed. Full access to Rakhine for United Nations agencies, as well as for non-governmental organizations and the media, is urgent and necessary. The tripartite memorandum of understanding signed with the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and the United Nations Development Programme must be implemented in full and without delay. Thirdly, conditions for voluntary, safe and dignified returns to areas of origin must be ensured. In that regard, the implementation of the recommendations of the report of the Advisory Commission on Rakhine State, led by the late Kofi Annan, must be stepped up to address the root causes, including the issue of citizenship.”
2018-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8333 (2018) · source
“At the same time, we should continue to work in other international bodies to ensure the establishment of an international mechanism for full and independent investigations. In addition to ensuring accountability, there are several other matters that the Council already has agreed upon that also need to be urgently addressed. First, responses to the humanitarian needs of the refugees in Cox's Bazar must be stepped up. We commend efforts by Bangladesh. Substantially increased financial support, however, is also needed for bolstering resilience. In that regard, we welcome the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank's recent engagement. Protection in the refugee camps, not least for the most vulnerable, must be improved. Special attention should be given to survivors of sexual and gender-based violence, be they women, girls or boys.”
2018-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8333 (2018) · source
“In that regard, we recall the letter circulated to the Council in July, during the Swedish presidency, proposing that the Fact-Finding Mission present its findings and recommendations to the Council. Several initiatives by the Myanmar Government to meet repeated demands for accountability have been announced, but they have regrettably all proven to fall short of expectations. With facts now having been established, the international community must shoulder its responsibility and act on accountability. Sweden has previously called for the Council to consider a referral of the situation to the International Criminal Court. In the light of the Fact Finding Mission's report, we believe it is time to move forward, and we need to consult among Council members on a draft resolution to that end.”
2018-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8333 (2018) · source
“We need to ask ourselves what more we could have done to prevent these atrocities from happening in the first place. Honest lessons must be drawn for future efforts to ensure that it never happens again. Yesterday, the Independent International Fact- Finding Mission on Myanmar, a United Nations- mandated body with distinguished membership, presented credible and solid findings on the gravity of the atrocities committed by the Myanmar security forces. This is significant and must be followed by meaningful action. The Chair of the Fact-Finding Mission should be given an opportunity to present the report (A/HRC/39/64) to the Security Council as soon as possible.”
2018-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8333 (2018) · source
“Let me also thank the Secretary General for his strong statement, as well as for his personal commitment and engagement. We also recognize Ms. Cate Blanchett's important contribution to mobilizing needed support and attention. Sweden has actively contributed to the Security Council's engagement on Myanmar since the first day of our membership. Some steps to address the situation have been taken - in November 2017, a united Council adopted a presidential statement (S/PRST/2017/22) setting out a plan for action; in March this year, the Council paid a successful visit to the region to gain a first-hand understanding and convey clear messages; and in April, a United Nations Special Envoy was appointed with strong political support for her mandate. But clearly that was not enough.”
2018-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8333 (2018) · source
“Halabja 1988, Srebrenica 1995, Darfur 2003. The list of examples in modem history where violence has triumphed is long, too long. Regrettably, it seems a new name will now be added to that tragic list: Rakhine 2017. The reports of systematic and widespread human rights violations and abuses against the Rohingya community in Rakhine state, as well as other gross violations of international law committed in Kachin and Shan states, cannot be neglected. We have seen clear indications of crimes against humanity. Horrifying testimonies of torture and inhumane treatment, rape and other forms of sexual and gender-based violence, summary and arbitrary killings, have left no one untouched. Let me thank you, Mr. President, for having called this meeting, marking one year since the violence in Rakhine began to escalate.”
2018-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8333 (2018) · source
“Furthermore, only once a credible political transition is firmly under way and when conditions for the safe, voluntary and dignified return of refugees and IDPs are in place will the international donor community be ready to assist in the reconstruction of Syria. To conclude, let me emphasize that Sweden and Kuwait have been significant donors to the Syria humanitarian response over the years and we will continue to contribute. As co-penholders, we will also continue to do our utmost to help alleviate the suffering of the Syrian people, remind the Syrian parties of their obligations under international law, including international humanitarian law and human rights law, and ensure that the Council upholds its responsibility in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations.”
2018-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8332 (2018) · source
“UNHCR has a clear mandate to protect refugees. The return of refugees and IDPs must be managed by the United Nations with all relevant parties, in line with international humanitarian law. We fully support the work of the United Nations, including UNCHR, and agree with its assessment. In this regard, we also express our continued concern regarding the Syrian Law No. 10. Finally, we reiterate our support for a United Nations-facilitated political solution, in line with resolution 2254 (2015). That is the only way to ensure a sustainable solution to the crisis in Syria, to end the suffering and to address the legitimate concerns of all Syrians.”
2018-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8332 (2018) · source
“This highlights yet again the need for accountability, and we reiterate our full support for the Commission of Inquiry, as well as the International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism to Assist in the Investigation and Prosecution of Those Responsible for the Most Serious Crimes under International Law Committed in the Syrian Arab Republic since March 2011. All displaced Syrians have the right to return, but the assessment of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is that conditions for the voluntary repatriation of Syrian refugees are not yet in place. It is the responsibility ofthe Syrian authorities to create an environment propitious for a safe, voluntary and dignified return of refugees and IDPs, in accordance with international law and the principle of non-refoulement.”
2018-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8332 (2018) · source
“In Syria, horrible war crimes continue to be perpetrated on a daily basis. Civilians, women and men alike, as well as children, continue to be targeted in blatant disregard for human life and dignity and in violation of international law. In the military operations to retake control of the south-west, indiscriminate aerial bombardment and artillery shelling, including against schools and hospitals, have frequently been used. We are also shocked by the attacks perpetrated by the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant in Suwayda on 25 July, such as the abduction of women and children.”
2018-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8332 (2018) · source
“We remain deeply concerned by the continued lack of humanitarian access. In the last reporting period, only four inter-agency convoys were dispatched. The Syrian authorities must be compelled to do more. We encourage those with influence and those who engage in dialogue with Damascus to step up advocacy for the signing of facilitation letters for convoys, United Nations regular programming to all areas, including areas that have recently changed control, and approval of visas for United Nations staff, including those of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs. We also note that the cross-border modality remains an absolute lifeline for the many people in need in Idlib, and commend the efforts of the United Nations and partner organizations in that regard.”
2018-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8332 (2018) · source
“One after the other of the de-escalation areas has turned into escalation areas. Of the estimated 2.9 million people living in Idlib and surrounding areas, more than half of the population are internally displaced persons (IDPs), many of whom have already fled not only once, but several times, including from other de-escalation areas. A staggering 2.1 million people in Idlib and surrounding areas are in need of humanitarian assistance. Increased military escalation would have catastrophic consequences and could lead to a humanitarian disaster. We therefore urge all parties to abide by the de-escalation agreement in Idlib and call upon the Astana guarantors to uphold their commitments regarding de-escalation and humanitarian access. We must ensure that Idlib will not become the next Aleppo or eastern Ghouta.”
2018-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8332 (2018) · source
“All parties, including Syrian allies, need to be reminded of their obligations under international humanitarian law to protect civilians and civilian objects and comply with the principles of distinction, proportionality and the avoidance of unnecessary suffering. Civilian areas, buildings dedicated to education, including schools, and hospitals and medical facilities must not be subject to direct attack or used for military purposes, and humanitarian and medical personnel must be respected and protected. We note with deep regret the continued lack of implementation of resolution 2401 (2018), presented by Sweden and Kuwait and adopted unanimously by the Council some six months ago (see S/PV.8188). We stress that Security Council resolutions must be respected. Idlib is a de-escalation area, established by the Astana guarantors.”
2018-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8332 (2018) · source
“Speaking on behalf of the humanitarian penholders, I thank Mr. Ging for his briefing and I pay tribute to the tireless efforts of humanitarian workers saving lives on the ground in Syria every day. Too many brave humanitarians have been killed on duty. We meet today as there are alarming signs of a pending military offensive in north-western Syria. Over the past two weeks, we have already witnessed attacks on educational and health-care facilities, including three schools supported by UNICEF. In the first half of 2018, there were 38 reported attacks against health facilities in Idlib. These are clear violations of international humanitarian law.”
2018-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8332 (2018) · source
“We painfully learned from the outbreak in West Africa in 2014 that such epidemics can also risk having implications for peace and security. Sweden has therefore requested an update by the World Health Organization on the situation in the Security Council tomorrow, and will continue to follow the situation closely.”
2018-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8331 (2018) · source
“We note the ambitious intentions of the Independent National Electoral Commission to provide logistics, and we encourage the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to continue to prepare for assisting the authorities in that massive undertaking, if needed. Support from the United Nations should, however, always be dependent on national efforts so as to ensure the credibility of the process. Finally, the Ebola virus outbreak in North Kivu last week is deeply concerning. As we know, the security situation in that region is dire, providing a very complex operating environment for the needed response. Given that it is also a populous region, hosting more than 1 million internally displaced persons, with international borders, it is a situation that deserves our full attention.”
2018-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8331 (2018) · source
“The message is clear: the world expects the holding of credible and inclusive elections in December, leading to a democratic and peaceful transfer of power. It is now important that the Council continue to work closely and actively with the region to ensure that that common objective is achieved. United Nations support to the electoral process is critical. The continued active engagement of Special Representative of the Secretary-General Zerrougui, making full use of her good offices, will be essential, and we should give the Special Representative of the Secretary-General our full support.”
2018-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8331 (2018) · source
“There is an urgent need to ensure the opening of political space for parties and civil society and to respect freedom of speech and peaceful assembly. In that regard, the implementation of confidence-building measures, as per the December 2016 agreement, remains of critical importance. Trust in the electoral process among all stakeholders will be key to the credibility of the elections. The joint communique of the Peace and Security Council of the African Union (AU) and the United Nations Security Council of July (SC/13430), as well as the joint communique of the AU, the Southern African Development Community, the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region of Africa and the United Nations on the Peace and Security Cooperation Framework, demonstrates the firm international consensus on the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2018-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8331 (2018) · source
“With regard to supporting women candidates, initiatives should be supported so as to prevent sexual attacks, sexual harassment and gender-based sabotage of the campaigns of women candidates. To that end, we encourage the authorities and the United Nations to coordinate closely with the relevant civil society organizations, including in order to better understand the issues as they arise and to make sure that citizens are well informed. Technical preparations are not enough to secure free, fair and credible elections. The current security situation, with the continued high levels of violence, including sexual and gender-based violence, and other human rights violations and abuses, must also be addressed.”
2018-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8331 (2018) · source
“In that regard, efforts to ensure women's full and equal participation in the political processes must be stepped up. It was disappointing that only a small number of women were registered as candidates for the provincial and legislative elections. While lessons for the future should be drawn from that failure, we now need to focus on supporting the candidates who are registered and on providing conditions that allow for women to actively participate in the process ahead and to cast their votes in a free and secure manner on election day. Such efforts should include support, encourage women in the voter registration process and guarantee voting free from pressure, such as ensuring individual access to voting cards, informing individuals of their voting rights and guaranteeing safe access to polling stations.”
2018-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8331 (2018) · source
“Allow me to begin by thanking the briefers for their comprehensive update on the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. We commend their tireless efforts, and we express our full support for their challenging and important tasks ahead of the 23 December presidential, legislative and provincial elections. We welcome the progress made in the technical preparations of those elections. The registration of candidates was an important milestone, and we note the list of approved presidential and parliamentary candidates presented by the Independent National Electoral Commission over the weekend. The announcement by President Kabila Kabange that he intends to abide by the Constitution and not to seek another term is particularly welcome. The remaining technical challenges must now be addressed in a timely manner.”
2018-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8331 (2018) · source
“Let me conclude by reiterating that all measures against terrorism must be taken in compliance with international law, including international humanitarian law, human rights law and refugee law. Respect for human rights must never be ignored in the fight against terrorism.”
2018-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8330 (2018) · source
“As a result, social services have issued recommendations on how to deal with returnees and their families, which are now being implemented. Although local, national and regional efforts are important, international cooperation also remains central if we are to be successful in our counter-terrorism efforts. The first-ever High-Level Conference for Heads of Counter-Terrorism Agencies of Member States, which was successfully held at the end of June this year, was very useful in facilitating such cooperation. Some of the most valuable contributions during that Conference came from civil society representatives. That is why we stress the importance of having civil society present at future meetings, without limitations.”
2018-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8330 (2018) · source
“A key finding in the report was that municipalities were in need of greater capacity and support to address the challenges of violent extremism at the local level. Therefore, the Swedish Centre for Preventing Violent Extremism was established to support the municipalities in their work to counter and prevent violent extremism - with knowledge, research and good examples. In addition, municipalities have now appointed local coordinators to help strengthen cooperation between local and national levels and access State funding for programmes to prevent extremism. Another report on children's involvement in violent extremism, which was presented by the Ombudsman for Children in Sweden earlier this year, showed that there is a need to listen more to children's experiences to ensure their successful reintegration into society.”
2018-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8330 (2018) · source
“We welcome the fact that Tuesday marked the first International Day of Remembrance of and Tribute to Victims of Terrorism. We are pleased to see increased attention to both the gender dimension and to children's rights in the fight against terrorism. Ms. Cook's briefing has reminded us that those issues deserve greater attention. For example, it is important that we develop rehabilitation and reintegration programmes that are tailored to children and gender-sensitive. Let me take this opportunity to highlight some of our national counter-terrorism experiences that we think could serve as an inspiration to others. Last year, our national coordinator against violent extremism presented a report on our efforts.”
2018-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8330 (2018) · source
“We stand ready to take part in efforts at all levels - global, regional and national - to further improve the system to cut off access to financing, through the collective efforts of the United Nations, the Financial Action Task Force and the European Union. Ensuring accountability should be another essential part ofour efforts to counter terrorism. We are concerned in particular about the continued failure to prosecute in cases of sexual and gender-based violence, including sexual slavery, perpetrated by terrorist organizations. The perpetrators of such horrendous crimes must be held to account. It is not only important to deter further such acts, but also to ensure thatjustice is served for the countless number of victims of terrorism.”
2018-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8330 (2018) · source
“The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a longer-term endeavour, but remain the key to preventing violent extremism, which should be our first priority. The SDGs are relevant to that agenda in many aspects, not least by generating hope. Ensuring the sustainability of the financial system, as reflected in SDG 16, is directly related to countering the financing of terrorism, which is decisive in the fight against terrorism. My Minister of Justice took part in the No Money for Terror conference, held in Paris in April, and we have undertaken significant domestic reforms in that area.”
2018-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8330 (2018) · source
“In that regard, we appreciate Under-Secretary-General Voronkov's ongoing efforts to increase cooperation between the Office of Counter-Terrorism and civil society. The links between terrorism and conflict are clear. Although the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant has been pushed back considerably, it remains locally embedded in a number of protracted conflicts - for example, in Afghanistan and Libya. Efforts to combat terrorism cannot therefore be viewed in isolation but must be seen within our broader efforts to resolve and prevent conflicts and promote peace. To fully implement the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the sustaining peace agenda should be at the core of those efforts.”
2018-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8330 (2018) · source
“I would like to thank you, Mr. President,, for convening today's important meeting. I would like to start by thanking Under-Secretary-General Voronkov, Executive Director Coninsx and Ms. Cook for their informative briefings. We are particularly pleased to see Ms. Cook here today, as the insights of research institutions and civil society organizations are extremely valuable to our understanding of how to best address the evolving threat of terrorism. I thank her for her presentation. Civil society is often best placed to identify the risks of radicalization, which, if not prevented, can lead to violent extremism and terrorism. The collaboration between the United Nations and civil society should therefore be further strengthened.”
2018-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8330 (2018) · source
“There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussions on this subject. The meeting rose at10.45 a.m.”
2018-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8312 (2018) · source