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Oyarzun Marchesi

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“Mr. Oyarzun Marchesi (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): Spain would like to express its full support for resolution 2216 (2015), on the situation in Yemen, submitted by the delegation of Jordan. We trust that the message of the Security Council will be clear to all the parties to the conflict, and help to halt the escalation of violence. In particular, I would like to underscore the call to dialogue and the appeal for a political solution based on consensus. Inclusive dialogue is the only way to achieve the goals of unity and prosperity for Yemen that we all desire. We also have faith in the full involvement of the Secretary-General and his team, with a view to helping to resolve this crisis as early as possible and facilitating the path to a return to a democratic transition led by the Yemenis themselves.”
2015-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7426 (2015) · source
“A penholder may seem like a somewhat remote figure to non-members of the Council, and it is difficult to ascertain just what the penholder's responsibility consists of. We have learned that penholders have a great responsibility. We enjoyed success with the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan, but that was due to the flexibility and goodwill of all members of the Security Council. To sum up, I would simply like to praise the work that France has done over the past month. And, because hardly anyone has noted it, I would also like to highlight the splendid work done by the Secretariat, which tirelessly supports the work of the presidency and the Member States. I would also like to thank our interpreters for their tireless work every day.”
2015-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7422 (2015) · source
“With regard to working methods, I have listened attentively to all statements, but particularly to that made by the representative of Lithuania, who provided an interesting self-assessment on the work of the Security Council. I think he put his finger on it when he said that we have to improve the degree of effectinvess of the Security Council in the field. In other words, we must increase the impact of Security Council decisions on the ground; we sometimes get the impression that the presidential statements or the press statements remain somewhat intangible, with no direct impact on the life of individuals. Lastly, March has been a special month for Spain, because it was the first time our Minister for Foreign Affairs participated in an open debate (see S/PV.7419) and because we undertook the great responsibility of being a penholder.”
2015-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7422 (2015) · source
“I am specifically referring to the intervention of the High Representative of the European Union, which was truly important for Spain as a member of the Union (see S/PV.7402), and to the visit to Africa, thanks to which the Security Council has been able to deepen its ties with the African Union. That is a critical aspect of our work. With regard to Friday's meeting, presided by the Minister for Foreign Affairs of France (see S/PV.7419), it was particularly moving to hear the testimony of the member of the Iraqi Parliament, which made all of us aware of the gravity and tragedy of the situation faced by many people outside of this magnificent Chamber.”
2015-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7422 (2015) · source
“That is why I wish to highlight the debates organized by France, in particular the wonderful debate on minorities in the Middle East (see S/PV.7419). As mentioned earlier by the representative of Chile, France has also used all the tools at the Council's disposal to be effective. I would like to highlight in particular the splendid mission organized to Africa, as well as the Arria Formula meetings, which are a fundamental instrument for learning first-hand about what is happening in the field and for giving non-members of the Security Council direct access to the work of the Council. Also under France's skilful leadership, we made the most of Chapter VIII of the Charter of the United Nations.”
2015-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7422 (2015) · source
“Mr. Oyarzun Marchesi (Spain) (spoke in French): I believe that the message is very simple: bravo France. (Spoke in Spanish) I congratulate France because its entire delegation has done splendid work. If this wrap-up session is intended to give us the opportunity to evaluate or criticize the work done during the month of March, I do not believe our assessment could be higher or the level of criticism any lower. That is simply because France has worked at all times to promote and strengthen all instruments of preventive diplomacy. This month, the international community and the members of the Council have had to respond to the very diffuse threat of terrorism and non-State actors. There have been few instances when we have dedicated so much time to addressing the terrible threat of terrorism.”
2015-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7422 (2015) · source
“I think it is good to remember that article 8 of the Rome Statute establishes very clearly that it is a crime to recruit children for armed conflict. I would like to make a very specific proposal to promote interaction between the International Criminal Court and the Security Council, in particular with the Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict. Finally, I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for convening this important debate. I am convinced that you, Sir, have been inspired by Victor Hugo's celebrated hero, the young Gavroche, whom Mario Vargas Llosa described as the most fascinating writer of world literature. Today France has taken another step in the right direction.”
2015-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7414 (2015) · source
“A few days ago I read about a 15-year old child, Walid, who was not being covered by the media. He was saying proudly how at 15 he had a machine gun and he controlled a border post in Yemen. Nobody paid attention to that. What we should be doing is looking at social networks. Social networks should be used to condemn cases of this kind so that they are not forgotten. The second is dialogue and action plans. As several delegations have said, 23 plans of action have been signed, 12 with non-State actors and 11 with States. We need to further work on those plans and, if necessary, sign new ones, as was mentioned by the Ambassador of the United Kingdom, with non-State actors that have not yet signed up. Thirdly, we need to promote interaction between the International Criminal Court and the Security Council.”
2015-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7414 (2015) · source
“Fifthly, I highlight the recognition of two delegations - that of Luxembourg, for its fantastic "Children, Not Soldiers" campaign and, of course, that of Malaysia, for chairing the Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict. What is the current immediate challenge? In the very short term, I would propose that it should be zero tolerance. In other words, we must prevent non-State actors from using children in armed conflict. In that regard there has been much success in terms of national armies, but progress is necessary in terms of non-State actors. Spain therefore enthusiastically supports the ability to access non-State actors in order to discuss that very serious issue with them. Finally, what tools are available to ensure success in the face of this difficult challenge? I would quote three in particular. The first is public opinion.”
2015-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7414 (2015) · source
“In that context, I wish to make three specific proposals: first, that the Council ensure that all peacekeeping operations are provided with adequate language on the protection of children in armed conflict; secondly, that an effort be made to ensure that in peacekeeping operations the Council has included special advisers on children's issues; and thirdly, that we ensure optimal training of our Blue Helmets in those issues. The fourth area of progress relates to the funds and programmes, which I believe to have accomplished extraordinary work. I would highlight the work of UNICEF as a very specific case in South Sudan, in the Bentiu area, where, in a very short time they have been able to ensure education accessibility for 11,000 children, largely due to the efforts of UNICEF and its donors.”
2015-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7414 (2015) · source
“Since then, progress has been made in a number of areas, five of which I will address. First, the Security Council has adopted six resolutions addressing in monographic fashion the serious issue of children and armed conflict. I believe that the Council must insist on their full respect and implementation. Secondly, we have been able to identify six serious violations of those rights and four triggers. In that context, I express my unqualified support for the Malaysian proposal that abductions be identified as triggers. My third point concerns the language of the mandates ofpeacekeeping operations. In my delegation's View, the mandate of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is the mandate that best reflects the problem of children in armed conflict.”
2015-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7414 (2015) · source
“Mr. Oyarzun Marchesi (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): I thank the Secretary-General for his briefing and to all briefers for their presentations, which were sterling. However I expressing thanks not only for the presentations, but also for the splendid efforts carried out each day in defense of our children, who represent our future. I do not think it is going too far to say that before 1999 the Council had forgotten, or at least not focused enough attention on the issue of children, because the first relevant Council resolutions post-date that year. It was about the year 1996 when we saw two truly important milestones in the General Assembly: first, the creation of the Office now ably led by Ms. Zerrougui, and then the issuamce of the splendid Graca Machel report (A/51/306), which awakened our consciences.”
2015-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7414 (2015) · source
“Finally, while recalling that the primary responsibility for implementing the provisions of resolutions 1737 (2006), 1747 (2007), 1803 (2008) and 1929 (2010) rests with Member States, the Committee stands ready to facilitate the implementation of these measures.”
2015-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7412 (2015) · source
“All updates have been made available on the Committee website. The Committee decided that, In the event ofa comprehensive solution to the Iranian nuclear issue, it would revert at the appropriate time to the Panel's recommendation to provide specific guidance to Member States on possible implications for the relevant Security Council measures, once an outcome was known. The Committee received an informal briefing of the Panel's investigative and outreach activities during its informal consultations on 4 February. As to the activities undertaken by the Panel over the past three months, I note that the Panel has participated in a number of events that are listed in the annex to the report, which has been distributed in the Chamber.”
2015-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7412 (2015) · source
“In view of actions taken by Member States to implement the relevant Security Council measures, the Committee encourages States that have not yet submitted reports to do so as soon as possible in recognition that national implementation reports are an important means of promoting the implementation of the sanctions measures. In connection with the Panel of Experts, I am pleased to report that the Committee concluded its consideration of the recommendations contained in the 2014 final report of the Panel of Experts (S/2014/394) on 31 December 2014, in particular in view of any follow-up action by the Committee. The Committee took note of the recommendations and finalized its deliberations on additional information regarding designated individuals, in particular bio-identifiers, in the Committee's sanctions list.”
2015-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7412 (2015) · source
“The Committee also received two notifications from Member States in accordance with the relevant resolutions. Paragraph 15 of resolution 1737 (2006) and paragraph 4 of resolution 1747 (2007) allow for payments owed by a designated entity under a contract entered into force prior to its designation to be made from that entity's frozen funds, subject to prior notification to the Committee. The Committee received such a notification from a Member State in accordance with paragraph 15 of resolution 1737 (2006) and paragraph 4 of resolution 1747 (2007). Similarly, a Member State notified the Committee of its delivery of equipment intended for use in a light-water reactor to the Bushehr nuclear power plant, in accordance with paragraph 5 of resolution 1737 (2006).”
2015-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7412 (2015) · source
“The Islamic Republic of Iran has not yet provided a response and the Committee continues to call on Iran to do so. The Committee continues to assist States and international organizations in implementing the relevant Security Council measures and has finalized its deliberations on a number of such requests. This includes considering requests for guidance covering a range of issues, including whether proposals for technical assistance to the Islamic Republic of Iran in the fields of energy efficiency, refuelling services for aircrafts, and mine action, as well as other cooperation proposals, are permitted by the sanctions measures. The Committee welcomes such collaboration on matters of implementation and compliance, and encourages parties to continue to seek guidance from the Committee on the application of the Council's measures.”
2015-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7412 (2015) · source
“I would like to emphasize that the measures imposed by the Security Council through resolutions 1737 (2006), 1747 (2007), 1803 (2008) and 1929 (2010) remain in full effect as negotiations between the P5+l and the Islamic Republic of Iran continue, and that Member States remain obliged to duly implement them. The Committee remains fully committed to the implementation of all relevant resolutions and stands ready to provide guidance to Member States that request assistance. In that respect, while no new incidents have been reported to the Committee during the current reporting period, I would recall that the Committee reached out to the Islamic Republic of Iran for comment on several occasions in relation to incidents investigated by the Panel of Experts.”
2015-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7412 (2015) · source
“Mr. Oyarzun Marchesi (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): I have the honour to present the report of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006), in accordance with paragraph 18 (h) ofthe same resolution. The present report covers the period from 18 December 2014 to 23 March 2015, during which time the Committee held one informal meeting, on 4 February, and conducted additional work using the no-objection procedure envisioned by paragraph 15 of the guidelines for the conduct of its work. In view of the recent developments relating to the Joint Plan of Action, the Committee welcomes the commitment of all parties to pursuing negotiations towards a comprehensive agreement.”
2015-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7412 (2015) · source
“In conclusion, as perfectly reflected in the statement of the High Representative, the European Union, through its Common Security and Defence Policy, is carrying out tireless work for international peace and security in the same areas as the Council is. Our joint cooperation must continue to make progress and be strengthened on the basis of the fundamental values that we share: respect for the law, human rights and egalitarian and comprehensive development for all persons and nations. Spain, as a member of the European Union, will defend those principles above all.”
2015-03-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7402 (2015) · source
“That is why we always support, and Spain will always support, development, peace and prosperity on the African continent. We support the idea that Africans should always be the masters of their own destiny when it comes to resolving crises through the African Union and international and subregional organizations on the continent. We therefore welcome in particular the European Union support for the operationalization of the African Peace and Security Architecture, the establishment of the African Standby Force and the African early-warning and conflict-prevention mechanisms. The recent joint meeting of the Ambassadors of the European Union Political and Security Committee and of the African Union Peace and Security Council was an excellent example in this regard.”
2015-03-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7402 (2015) · source
“With regard to Ukraine, above all we must prevent further suffering for the Ukrainian population. I believe that there are clear before-and-after scenarios for the Minsk agreements of 12 February. Subsequently, there has also been before-and-after scenarios for the Security Council's endorsement of the Minsk agreements, which allows the Council to monitor the Ukrainian crisis closely. Clearly, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe plays an important role with the support of the European Union. Iwouldliketo dwell furtheronAfricabecauseAfrica and Europe really do share common challenges, such as the fights against terrorism, poverty, radicalization and piracy. Several of these are shared challenges for Africans and Europeans alike because Europe cannot accept an Africa that is in crisis.”
2015-03-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7402 (2015) · source
“Spain chairs the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006), and in my capacity as its Chairman I assure the Council that I value extremely highly the personal commitment of the High Representative to the Iranian dossier. With regard to Libya, as the High Representative said, this issue constitutes a clear threat to peace and security in the Mediterranean and the European Union. Our ultimate aim is for the Libyan people to be able to live in peace. The principal victims of any crisis in Libya are our friends the Libyan people. We therefore welcome the fact that, as the High Representative said, the European Union will spare no effort in rebuilding Libya and supporting the political process there, where we commend the efforts of Bernardino Leon, who has our unequivocal support.”
2015-03-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7402 (2015) · source
“Secondly - and this is absolutely fundamental - is tripartite cooperation among the European Union, the United Nations and our African friends in the African Union. The High Representative addressed in great detail the many crises affecting our world today. I will refer to only a few of them very briefly because she said everything there is to be said, and I fully subscribe to what she said. I would simply say that I agree that the Middle East peace process must succeed and we therefore support the appointment of a high representative of the European Union in that regard. With regard to Iran, I fully agree with her remarks; we must ensure that Iran can access nuclear energy for peaceful purposes and that its neighbours in the region can live fully in peace.”
2015-03-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7402 (2015) · source
“There are many very clear examples of far- reaching and effective cooperation, but I will limit myself to two: first, the civil and military missions of the European Union, and especially those in situations where joint operations have been carried out; and secondly, all of those areas in which the European Union provides training and equipment assistance. That is all to say that the European Union, the Security Council and the United Nations constantly strive to work together, and I would like to underscore the effective work of the delegation of the European Union and its team to that end. Turning to the future, I would focus on two challenges facing the European Union and United Nations in theirjoint work. First of all, I believe there is a need to further fine-tune rapid response mechanisms.”
2015-03-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7402 (2015) · source
“The European Union, as the High Representative said, is a community of values and principles - values and principles that were reflected some 70 years ago in the Charter of the United Nations and which we fully share. Those values and principles are shared by a great many regional organizations. I would like to say that the principal value shared by the European Union and all such regional organizations - and, of course, by the United Nations - is precisely that of preserving international peace and security. The relationship between the United Nations and European Union is marked by two major milestones: the first was the Joint Declaration of 2003 and, more recently, the adoption of presidential statement S/PRST/2014/4 in 2014. The relationship between the two organizations could not be more fruitful and positive.”
2015-03-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7402 (2015) · source
“Mr. Oyarzun Marchesi (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): I thank the Secretary-General for his statement. I also think the High Representative for her detailed briefing. When I make a statement on behalf of Spain, I begin with a formula stating that I fully align myself with the statement made by the representative of the European Union, which usually follows those made by members of the Security Council. On this occasion, it preceded mine and I would like to say that I align myself especially closely and enthusiastically with the statement the High Representative has just made on this, her first visit to the Security Council of the United Nations.”
2015-03-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7402 (2015) · source
“Simonovic recalls that the implementation of the laws of the Russian Federation in respect of the population of Crimea not only contravenes that resolution but also has certain implications that negatively impact human rights. Any lasting and sustainable solution must be based on respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine.”
2015-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7400 (2015) · source
“That has been particularly severe since January in the areas under the control of rebel groups. On that point, I would like to express, as have other delegations, a special thought for Nadiya Savchenko, whose hunger strike is of great concern to us. We request that she be released immediately. Also of particular concern is the description of the situation in the autonomous republic of Crimea. Its population, according to the report, is subject to systematic violations of its rights, especially those people who belong to the Tatar community. Spain would like to recall the content of General Assembly resolution 68/262. The report submitted by Mr.”
2015-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7400 (2015) · source
“I appeal specifically to Russia to ensure the effective distribution of aid and the due observance of international law and the necessary restoration of trust between the parties and to coordinate its humanitarian assistance with the Ukrainian authorities and the competent international authorities. Spain suggests that we consider the possibility of setting up a specific mechanism that would make it possible, perhaps with the support of independent humanitarian actors, to facilitate and accelerate the delivery of aid to those in need with full respect for humanitarian principles. We have also listened intently and with great concern to Mr. Simonovie's briefing. We again see the dramatic impact of the conflict in terms of its undermining human rights and international humanitarian law.”
2015-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7400 (2015) · source
“We therefore urge the parties to work together with the Mission and to provide it forthwith with the full information it requires. In recent days, the Council has repeatedly expressed its support for the important role that the OSCE plays. I think that we must stress the importance of the agreement. Spain has proposed extending the mandate of the Special Monitoring Mission and providing it with the necessary human and material resources. We have heard with great concern the description of the humanitarian situation reported by Mr. Ging. Assistance to the population in need should be a top priority for everyone. We need to reject the politicization and exploitation of the situation. The effective distribution of humanitarian assistance should be a common goal that should be implemented in a coordinated way and not unilaterally.”
2015-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7400 (2015) · source
“We urge respect for the ceasefire, without exception and pursuant to the agreed conditions, and the implementation of the other provisions of the Minsk agreement in a uniform and condition-free manner. We also appeal to Russia to use all its influence to demand that the rebel groups immediately and strictly implement the agreements and thereby comply with its obligations as a signatory of the Minsk agreement. We also call on Ukraine to continue moving forward in fulfilling the obligations undertaken in Minsk, including the non-military aspects of the agreement. We are concerned about the difficulties that the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine continues to face in fulfilling the tasks entrusted to it under the agreement.”
2015-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7400 (2015) · source
“A new high-level meeting of the participants in the Normandy format is convening today in Berlin, with Ambassadors Tagliavini and Apakan in attendance on behalf of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) in order to continue providing assistance aimed at advancing the process. The Security Council should also support that process. Spain welcomes the progress achieved in the first few weeks after the entry into force of the ceasefire agreement, including the first steps in the withdrawal of heavy weapons and the exchange of prisoners. However, progress remains weak and inadequate, as clearly described by Under-Secretary-General Feltman. I believe, as he does, that we really need to take advantage of this window of opportunity.”
2015-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7400 (2015) · source
“Mr. Oyarzun Marchesi (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): I wish to thank Mr. Feltman, Mr. Simonovie and Mr. Ging for their briefings and express my gratitude to the delegation of Lithuania for having called for this meeting. I would like to particularly thank Lithuania because Spain is very supportive of the Security Council's role in closely monitoring the implementation of the Minsk agreement on the basis of resolution 2202 (2015). All ofus here agree that the conflict in Ukraine can be resolved only by political means. The Minsk accord, facilitated by Germany and France, to which the parties agreed and which was endorsed by the Security Council, can serve as a tool for us to achieve a solution. We need to support it in a decisive, and unanimous way.”
2015-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7400 (2015) · source
“Of course, the success of this new agreement will continue in large measure to depend upon the willingness of the parties. If we want peace, it must be implemented in good faith and completely. There is no need to recall the gravity ofthe conflict to peace and stability in Europe. In that regard, I would like to conclude by reiterating that the host of measures agreed in Minsk on 12 February give a very important role both to the European Union and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe. As a member of both organizations, Spain agrees that both bodies have much to contribute to this process. Of course, we will work responsibly and with determination to ensure that happens.”
2015-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7384 (2015) · source
“Last Thursday in Minsk, all the parties agreed to give dialogue a new chance, aware of the fact that the military option was not a solution to the crisis in Ukraine. They therefore committed themselves in this new agreement to put in place a ceasefire, along with the other aspects of the peace process agreed in Minsk last September - which have gone systematically unfulfilled and violated. As set out in the press statement made public a few minutes ago (SC/11784), we also note with concern that, having entered into force on 15 February, as agreed in Minsk, the ceasefire is not being respected overall. We are concerned in particular about the ongoing fighting in Debaltseve. The parties must fully implement the agreement reached last week, beginning with an immediate ceasefire in line with the terms agreed.”
2015-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7384 (2015) · source
“Mr. Oyarzun Marchesi (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): We find ourselves at a crucial moment in the evolution of the conflict in Ukraine. Spain voted in favour of resolution 2202 (2015) not just because we fully agree with its contents, but because we believe that the Security Council, which has very closely followed the conflict, could not remain on the sidelines, especially now. Since the Minsk protocol of 5 September, there have been thousands of victims - 5,000, in fact, many of them innocent civilians - owing to breakdowns in the ceasefire. The human tragedy in Ukraine is unsustainable, and it is essential to put an end to it. Spain therefore appreciates and welcomes the step taken by France and Germany, an initiative we firmly support.”
2015-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7384 (2015) · source
“First, all experts agree that Ansarallah is a group made up mostly ofpeople with little or no training in politics, and we cannot be entirely certain that they can start along the path towards a return to democracy. Secondly, the very interesting report Small Arms Survey 2014 sets out the current situation in Yemen. This is no less than the third country in the world with the most weapons per inhabitant. And, thirdly, as some delegations have pointed out, in this type of conflict terrorist movements such as Al-Qaida always take advantage of the situation. I would like to conclude by mentioning a phrase that is usually found in all resolutions but which sometimes goes unnoticed. As found in paragraph 15 of resolution 2201 (2015), that phrase is "decides to remain actively seized of the matter".”
2015-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7382 (2015) · source
“An inclusive dialogue is the only possible solution to make progress and achieve the goals of unity and prosperity in Yemen. I would like to express Spain's gratitude for the work done by the Secretary-General's Special Adviser Jamal Benomar, as well as to assure the members of the Council that the situation of insecurity and the lack of appropriate conditions have led Spain temporarily to suspend its presence in Yemen. We have departed for the time being, but we will return as soon as conditions allow our mission to do so. However, as well as we might have done it, our work does not end today. For, among the many issues, there are three matters of particular concern to Spain.”
2015-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7382 (2015) · source
“Mr. Oyarzun Marchesi (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): I thank you, Sir, for having convened this meeting of the Security Council, and the delegations of the United Kingdom and Jordan for having introduced resolution 2201 (2015), the adoption of which is very good news for two reasons. The first is that the Security Council's credibility depends to a large extent on its effectiveness in response to such threats; the second, we believe, is that it will help to stop the escalating violence in Yemen. Spain urges all Yemeni stakeholders to return to the path of dialogue and to relaunch the transition process supported by the Gulf Cooperation Council Initiative and its Implementation Mechanism. The Gulf Cooperation Council has played an absolutely fundamental role.”
2015-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7382 (2015) · source
“That necessarily requires, however, a high level of political commitment and concrete work from all stakeholders, each in their areas of responsibility.”
2015-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7377 (2015) · source
“There is also an ongoing contrast between legislation that has made nominal progress in the area of human rights and the rights ofminorities and, at the same time, a practical application thereof, which is not yet at the level of international and European standards. I wish to also highlight the work performed by the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo. The Security Council acknowledges that work and appreciates it. Economic governance issues and rule-of- law issues are two areas where reforms are needed as a matter of priority. In conclusion, I wish to reiterate Spain's commitment to the European perspective for the Western Balkans. We believe that progress made towards this shared objective will allow for the definitive stabilization of the region and the economic and social progress for its inhabitants.”
2015-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7377 (2015) · source
“In another vein, in the area of security, we listened closely to Special Representative of the Secretary General Zarif's briefing, which brought us up to date specifically on the recent violent episodes and protests, which were also alluded to in the Secretary-General's report. Unfortunately, we cannot yet speak of total reconciliation or a satisfactory integration among the different constituent communities, which is seen, for example, in the persistent incidents involving religious sites, the ongoing decrease in the number of voluntary returnees and the absence of conditions needed to adequately reintegrate returnees in their communities.”
2015-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7377 (2015) · source
“I wish to acknowledge in that regard the commitment that the authorities in Belgrade and Pristina have shown thus far, as well as the openness and constructiveness of their participation in the dialogue. We encourage both parties to continue to participate in the process with the same positive attitude. Spain welcomes the agreements reached throughout the process, but also believes that it is essential that dialogue continue with political commitment and work at the technical level in order to move ahead in the implementation of the still pending provisions of the 19 April 2013 Agreement. It is important to make quick and decisive progress on three fronts: in the justice sector, property rights and the full establishment and entry into functioning of the association/community of Serb municipalities pursuant to the Agreement.”
2015-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7377 (2015) · source
“For that reason I would like to reaffirm Spain's support for UNMIK and Mr. Zarif. I would also like to express our appreciation for the statements made by Mr. Ivica Daeic', First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Serbia, and by Mr. Hashim Thaci. After a long hiatus, a new high-level meeting on the dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina, facilitated by the High Representative of the European Union, is scheduled to take place, and that is clearly good news. Spain offers its constructive support, without prejudice to our principled position, for the High Representative's efforts to foster that direct dialogue in order to produce concrete results that benefit the whole population.”
2015-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7377 (2015) · source
“Mr. Oyarzun Marchesi (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): I would like to thank Mr. Farid Zarif, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, for his briefing. Spain considers the role of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK), in accordance with its mandate as established by resolution 1244 (1999), to be very important. UNMIK makes a crucial contribution to promoting and preserving stability in the region and acting as a link between the various international presences on the ground. That is clearly expressed in the most recent report of the Secretary-General (S/2015/74), which emphasizes UNMIK's active role and the important part it plays in preventing and reducing tensions and in promoting cooperation among local authorities, particularly North and South Mitrovica.”
2015-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7377 (2015) · source
“I wish to point out the eloquence of our briefer from civil society, Ms. Elman, who provided some truly disturbing figures on the poor or non-existent participation of Somali women in the administration of Somalia. Training can play a critical role in that regard. Without proper training, we cannot successfully address that situation, which, as I have said, deeply concerns Spain. We will do our best to contribute to a solution, or at least to an improvement of the tragic situation. There is a major imbalance between our legal framework and the situation on the ground. We must do everything possible to eliminate that vacuum. I conclude simply by recalling the terrible statistics we have heard today, indicating that each minute a woman is raped in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Clearly we are not doing ourjob very well.”
2015-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7374 (2015) · source
“Spain, which will preside over the Security Council in October, will devote all of its efforts to ensuring a successful review of resolution 1325 (2000). To the extent possible, given the fact that all these important events are occurring at the same time, we will try to achieve new gender architecture on behalf of the United Nations. The Security Council has focused its attention on women, and in particular on sexual violence in conflict. But I think it is also important, as noted by the Ambassador of the United Kingdom, that this organ become involved in other important aspects, such as accountability in relation to the role of women in peace talks, mediation processes, ceasefire agreements and post-conflict situations in general, because women's empowerment is absolutely crucial if we desire greater success.”
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“However, to ensure that the protection of civilians is truly effective, not only must we assess peacekeeping operations, but another four crucial aspects, as mentioned by Ms. Kang, should be addressed. I share her opinion of the great importance of humanitarian law, humanitarian access, accountability and the role of non-State actors. Resolution 1325 (2000) highlighted the tremendous impact of conflict on women. Women face a wide variety of threats, and for that reason we must seek equally varied measures. As some speakers have noted, we will encounter a series of crucial events this year. First is the twentieth anniversary of the Fourth Beijing Conference on Women. At the end of the year, we will agree on the post-2015 development agenda. We must review peacekeeping, resolution 1325 (2000) and the Peacebuilding Commission.”
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“At the same time as these girls were being born in the late 1990s and the negotiations on the Rome Statute were coming to an end, the Council was, for the first time, adopting resolutions that specifically addressed the protection of civilians and peacekeeping resolutions that contained very specific mandates on the protection of civilians. Since then, important steps have been taken. Unfortunately, however, current conflicts highlight the fact that violence in general, and gender- based violence in particular, are increasing day by day and that we are lagging behind those events. The protection of civilians will be the focus of Spain's contribution to the review of peacekeeping operations being led by Mr. Ramos-Horta.”
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