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Pecsteen De Buytswerve

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“Thirdly, States that provide support to parties to an armed conflict, be it in the framework of a coalition of States or through support for a non-State armed group, must ensure that they bring pressure to bear on the combatants so that the latter abide by the norms of international humanitarian law. Fourthly, we must prohibit measures within the framework of combating terrorism that impede the work of humanitarian organizations, whose activities are neutral, independent and impartial. It is therefore essential to take into account the potentially adverse effects on the humanitarian situation of the policies we adopt against terrorist groups operating in war zones, as well as sanctions measures that could have a negative impact on carrying out humanitarian work in specific contexts.”
2019-04-01 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8499 (2019) · source
“I would like to also underscore the central role played by the national Red Cross and Red Crescent societies in the dissemination of information about international humanitarian law in their capacities as auxiliaries to the public authorities. Secondly, it must be ensured that there is adequate training ofthe armed forces on this issue. We in Belgium make certain that international humanitarian law is part of the curriculum in the training of military personnel. We also invest in training troop-contributing countries on the protection of civilians, including in French.”
2019-04-01 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8499 (2019) · source
“Humanitarian actors all too frequently have to deal with major obstacles in the framework of their activities in conflict areas. So how can we strengthen the implementation of international humanitarian law? Belgium would like to share with the Council five good practices. First of all, we must promote the dissemination of information about the norms of international humanitarian law. National humanitarian law commissions play a key role in that regard by providing advice and assistance to the public authorities. The Belgian national commission was created in 1987, so it is one of the oldest ones around. It is prepared to share its experience with States wishing to establish similar bodies.”
2019-04-01 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8499 (2019) · source
“Mr. Pecsteen de Buytswerve (Belgium) (spoke in French): Allow me at the outset to congratulate France on its presidency of the Council over the past month and to assure Germany of our full support for its presidency this month. As has been recalled, on 12 August we will mark the seventieth anniversary of the Geneva Conventions, four universally ratified treaties with no fewer than 196 States parties, that is, more than the number of States Members of the United Nations. But the reality is quite different. We all know that the norms of international humanitarian lower are being increasingly flouted, as was noted by other speakers this afternoon. The issue of safeguarding the humanitarian space, the topic of our meeting today, shows very clearly the main challenge that we are facing.”
2019-04-01 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8499 (2019) · source
“Finally, I would be remiss not to commend the efforts of all Mission staff, and in particular Special Representative Annadif, for their work in often difficult circumstances.”
2019-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8497 (2019) · source
“In that respect, Belgium believes that the future mandate of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) should sharpen its focus on the protection of civilians, including in the centre of the country, and in particular through supporting the authorities. Belgium welcomes the development of an integrated strategic framework by MINUSMA and the United Nations country team. It is essential that the resources available to the United Nations as a whole in Mali be used to the fullest and in the most efficient and integrated way possible. In the same vein, Belgium remains attentive to the integrated nature of MINUSMA and encourages all pillars to work together closely.”
2019-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8497 (2019) · source
“Living together and the refusal to stigmatize specific ethnic groups, as well as local mediation, are essential parameters for the return of State authority over the country's entire territory. Moreover, combating impunity must be made a priority. Recent events in the centre of the country cannot remain unaddressed. I therefore stress the need for the necessary investigations to be carried out and for those responsible to be brought to justice. Without that, resentment will only increase and further fuel the violence. Only Malians hold the key, and the United Nations must support them in their efforts.”
2019-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8497 (2019) · source
“Nevertheless, it is clear that, despite all of those efforts, the situation has not improved. In addition to terrorist acts, intercommunal violence has led to an alarming spiralling of violence since last year. That phenomenon is worrisome in a country such as Mali, which is historically a country of diversity and peaceful coexistence among ethnic groups. Terrorists and aggressive militias cannot be allowed to take root. As the Council regularly recalls, the solution cannot be related only to security, although that is obviously essential. The aspirations voiced with regard to governance, the fight against corruption, justice and basic social services deserve to be heard.”
2019-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8497 (2019) · source
“Furthermore, in view of the centrality of the peace agreement, I would like to stress that Belgium believes that it must be possible for all Council measures to be used against those who obstruct peace. Sanctions have already been put in place, and the Council should be ready to take further action if necessary. It is hard not to mention the situation in the centre of the country, and specifically the regions of Koulikoro, Segou and especially Mopti, where there are now victims of violence on a daily basis. We commend the efforts undertaken by Mali, in particular the establishment in 2017 of a comprehensive plan to re-establish State presence in the centre of Mali on the initiative of the Prime Minister, a well as his visits to the region to promote peace and reconciliation.”
2019-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8497 (2019) · source
“It would also allow the country to adapt its basic law to the realities of Mali today - significantly different to those of 1992 - for the benefit of Malians throughout the country. Such efforts and political courage must also be extended to the other key provisions of the agreement, in spite of the difficulties and obstacles that f I am aware - are sometimes significant. I would like to underscore that that responsibility lies with the three signatory parties to the agreement, and I urge them to make it their urgent priority. Belgium wishes to stress the critical role of women in the implementation of all aspects of the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation, including the constitutional reform process, as essential to achieving lasting and inclusive peace.”
2019-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8497 (2019) · source
“Belgium is greatly concerned about the delays in that implementation. That key provisions of the agreement have not been finalized jeopardizes the development, security and stability of Mali and gradually destroys the hopes that the agreement had generated among the population. It bolsters the enemies of peace, who continue to denounce the path of dialogue and compromise as a dead-end route and advocate violence as an alternative. Therefore, Belgium of course welcomes the recent progress made in the implementation of the agreement. We particularly appreciate that the constitutional reform process is crucial but at the same time delicate to carry out - crucial as it would pave the way for the realization of a series of measures provided for in the agreement.”
2019-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8497 (2019) · source
“Mr. Pecsteen de Buytswerve (Belgium) (spoke in French): At the outset, I would like to welcome the presence among us ofthe Prime Minister of Mali as well as the Malian Foreign Minister. I wish to once again thank the Foreign Minister for the welcome extended to us on our visit to her country a few days ago. Since our previous debate on the situation in Mali in January (see S/PV.8445), more Blue Helmets and Malian soldiers have been killed and the country has experienced a new spike in violence against civilians. We were in particular deeply shocked by the massacre in Ogossagou on Saturday. I wish in turn to pay tribute to the memory of all the victims. The implementation of the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali has not progressed as quickly as we had all hoped.”
2019-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8497 (2019) · source
“Not only are we convinced that that is the most effective approach for a successful counter-terrorism strategy since its harmful effects are limited, but we must also remember that we agreed on those fundamental principles almost 70 years ago when we adopted the Geneva Conventions, a legal framework that is as relevant today as it was then. While we understand that the reality on the ground is often very complex and that terrorist organizations can operate in war zones, we believe it is important to take into account the potentially harmful effects of our counter-terrorism policy on the work of humanitarian organizations. We therefore believe that mitigation measures should be taken to prevent the possible negative consequences of this policy, or at least reduce them to a minimum. Let us prioritize the implementation of this resolution.”
2019-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8496 (2019) · source
“Those services must be able to share their information with competent authorities at both national and international levels, in a balanced manner and in a way that does not affect the fulfilment of States' obligations under international human rights instruments. The Financial Action Task Force has done significant work by establishing international standards for the creation of legal, regulatory and operational measures to combat terrorist financing, and we welcome the fact that the new resolution asks Member States to implement those standards and recommendations. We would like to reiterate our view that no measures taken in the field of counter-terrorism should hinder the work of humanitarian organizations whose work is neutral and impartial.”
2019-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8496 (2019) · source
“Belgium is particularly concerned about the increasing use of trafficking in human beings, sexual exploitation and wildlife trafficking for terrorist purposes. In recent years, wildlife trafficking, which is a form of organized crime, has been particularly successful in generating considerable profits for terrorist organizations in Central Africa such as Boko Haram. In order to effectively combat this problem, it is crucial for States to develop a legal foundation for criminalizing terrorist financing, as well as effective financial intelligence services, in cooperation with the private sector and civil-society organizations.”
2019-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8496 (2019) · source
“Belgium would like to express its deep appreciation to France for its initiative and its untiring efforts during the consultation process leading to the resolution's adoption. Belgium attaches considerable importance to combating terrorist financing. There is already an important set of international conventions calling on States to combat the financing of terrorism, but the Council's new resolution, adopted under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations, brings them together coherently and transparently. It also fills important gaps related to the rapid evolution of the electronic financing infrastructure. For Belgium, it is essential, first and foremost, to understand the nature of the problem. Terrorists abuse both legitimate and illegitimate means of raising funds and are constantly finding new ways to do so.”
2019-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8496 (2019) · source
“Mr. Pecsteen de Buytswerve (Belgium) (spoke in French): At the outset, I would like to thank Under- Secretary-General Voronkov, Mr. Billingslea and Ms. Buku for their briefings. Last week Belgium commemorated one of the most tragic attacks in our country's history. On 22 March 2016, no fewer than 32 people died and 340 others were injured, some very seriously. As we remember the victims and their families, this anniversary reminds us how unjust and indiscriminate terrorist attacks are. The tragic attacks in two mosques in Christchurch on Friday, 15 March, show that no part of the world is immune to that phenomenon. We must remain vigilant and never let down our guard. In that context, resolution 2462 (2019), which the Security Council has just adopted, is essential.”
2019-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8496 (2019) · source
“In conclusion, the Security Council plays a key role as the ultimate guarantor of compliance by all States with their international obligations in the context of the maintenance of international peace and security. With that in mind, we cannot accept situations in which the law is imposed by force. It is up to the Council to oppose unilateral acts that undermine not only the international legal order but also any prospect of peace.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8495 (2019) · source
“We are concerned about ceasefire violations, which only increase tensions and further undermine stability in a part of the world where it is already sorely lacking. We therefore call on the parties to the conflict and UNDOF to improve their communication in order to create more trust and prevent any deterioration of the situation. The parties must exercise the utmost restraint at all times. We share the Secretary-General's deep concern about the significant threat posed by the presence of unexploded ordnance, explosive remnants of war and mines to United Nations personnel in the Force's area of operation, particularly in the southern part of the area of separation. It is essential that the parties support all UNDOF efforts in that regard in order to ensure that the mission has the security it needs to carry out its work.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8495 (2019) · source
“Any unilateral declaration of a change in the border is contrary to a rules-based international order and the Charter of the United Nations. We reiterate our deep concern about the wider consequences of the recognition of illegal annexation, particularly in the region. Turning to the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF), I would like to commend the quality of the Secretary-General's report (S/2019/248) and to express our support for his observations and recommendations. UNDOF plays an indispensable role in preserving regional stability. The parties have an obligation to comply with the terms of the Disengagement of Forces Agreement, according to which there should be no military presence in the area of separation other than UNDOF.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8495 (2019) · source
“Mr. Pecsteen de Buytswerve (Belgium) (spoke in French): I would first like to thank the Under- Secretary-General for Peace Operations, Mr. Jean- Pierre Lacroix, and the Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, Ms. Rosemary DiCarlo, for their briefings. The Belgian position in relation to the Golan Heights remains unchanged. In accordance with the relevant Security Council resolutions, in particular resolutions 242 (1967) and 497 (1981), we do not recognize Israel's sovereignty over the territories occupied by Israel since June 1967, including the Golan Heights, and we do not consider them part of the territory of the State of Israel. The acquisition of territory by force is illegal under international law.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8495 (2019) · source
“In conclusion, we believe that regional integration is essential and, in reality, the only way forward in order for the countries of the region to draw the maximum benefit from all their resources while, at the same time, strengthening peace.”
2019-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8491 (2019) · source
“The report cites several initiatives proposed by the Special Envoy, such as the holding of a conference in Kigali to promote peace, security and shared natural resource management in the Greater Virunga Landscape or the organizing of the second Private Sector Investment Conference for the Great Lakes Region in November. In that regard, we note that the level of cross-border investment in the Great Lakes region unfortunately remains too low, while the informal economic sector continues to be widespread. We should perhaps consider how the Framework Agreement could contribute to improving that situation.”
2019-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8491 (2019) · source
“While Ebola has so far not claimed any victims across the border, we must continue to be very vigilant. We are also still deeply concerned about the human rights situation, particularly in Yumbi in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is unfortunate that Secretary-General's report does not adequately reflect the situation there. On the other hand, some new opportunities are emerging. We welcome the fresh political momentum initiated in the Democratic Republic of the Congo by President Tshilombo Tshisekedi. We hope that that momentum can also help to give new impetus to the full implementation of the agreement. My second point concerns economic cooperation in the Great Lakes region. Economic cooperation, including in the area of natural resources, remains one of the key elements of the framework agreement.”
2019-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8491 (2019) · source
“Eliminating the threat posed by various negative forces will continue to require an integrated regional approach and strong political engagement on the part of the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the region as a whole. In the current political context, we welcome the peace agreement recently signed in the Central African Republic and hope that the upcoming presidential and legislative elections in Burundi will be credible, transparent and inclusive. On the humanitarian front, the overall picture in the most recent report ofthe Secretary-General (S/2019/229) is still extremely gloomy, with more than 11 million persons forcibly displaced in the Great Lakes region. We remain deeply concerned by the epidemics such as Ebola that have spread in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2019-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8491 (2019) · source
“Mr. Pecsteen de Buytswerve (Belgium) (spoke in French): At the outset, I would like to thank the Special Envoy for his briefing this afternoon, and above all for the work that he has done over the years in implementing his mandate. I will focus my statement on two aspects, the first of which concerns the security, political, humanitarian and human rights situation in the Great Lakes region. Despite the excellent work done by the Special Envoy, the overall situation in the Great Lakes region remains complicated. On the security front, the progress made through the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programme should not distract from the fact that the number of cross-border incidents is increasing, particularly around Burundi but also between Rwanda and Uganda.”
2019-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8491 (2019) · source
“Belgium will continue to work in that direction in the Security Council and jointly with our Palestinian and Israeli friends.”
2019-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8489 (2019) · source
“I would like to conclude my statement by emphasizing once again that there is no alternative to the two-State solution, with borders based on the lines of 4 June 1967 and the city of Jerusalem as the future capital of the two States, in accordance with the internationally agreed parameters. The vision must be an independent, democratic, contiguous, sovereign and viable Palestinian State, living in peace alongside Israel. International law and the relevant Council resolutions must be the basis for any credible diplomatic initiative to achieve a comprehensive, just and lasting peace. The Security Council plays a key role as guarantor of any comprehensive, just and lasting solution, in line with its previous resolutions and in full respect for international law.”
2019-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8489 (2019) · source
“Israel's decision to partially suspend the transfer of tax revenues owed to the Palestinian Authority, followed by the Palestinian Authority's decision to no longer accept any tax revenues, is likely to have a negative economic and security impact. Now more than ever, all parties concerned must refrain from unilateral acts that are contrary to the agreements concluded and to international law. In accordance with the relevant Security Council resolutions, in particular resolutions 242 (1967) and 497 (1981), Belgium recalls that the annexation of territories occupied by force is illegal and that it does not recognize Israel's sovereignty over the territories occupied by that country since June 1967, particularly the Golan Heights.”
2019-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8489 (2019) · source
“We call on all parties to respect international human rights law and international humanitarian law and to ensure free access for humanitarian actors and unconditional access to medical care, including care that can be provided only outside the Gaza Strip. It is essential that the international community support the efforts of those humanitarian actors. In that regard, we would like to acknowledge the indispensable role of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, whose mandate and work on the ground Belgium will continue to support. Recent months have been marked by a series of unilateral decisions that call into question the Oslo Accords. Israel's decision not to renew the mandate of the Temporary International Presence in Hebron has led to an increase in violence in Hebron.”
2019-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8489 (2019) · source
“Lethal force must be used only as a last resort. However, it is not acceptable for demonstrations in Gaza to be diverted by extremist elements. They must remain strictly non-violent. We condemn in the strongest terms the firing of rockets into Israeli territory. We once again call for avoiding an escalation, as Mr. Mladenov did so eloquently. We also condemn the violence used by the Hamas security forces against demonstrators in Gaza, in particular journalists, staff of the Independent Commission for Human Rights and human rights defenders. The repression of demonstrations is unacceptable and must stop. Hamas is required to respect freedom of expression and the fundamental right to peaceful demonstration.”
2019-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8489 (2019) · source
“We strongly oppose the settlement policy and its related measures. Settlement activity is illegal under international law. It undermines the trust necessary for the resumption of dialogue and jeopardizes any chance of achieving a just and lasting peace based on the coexistence of two States. The settlement policy also leads to increased tensions and violence between Israeli settlers and Palestinians. We condemn all recourse to violence and call for the de-escalation of tensions and for combating impunity for the perpetrators of such acts of violence. The date 30 March marks the first anniversary of the Great March of Return. While recognizing Israel's right to ensure its security, we recall that Israel must respect the fundamental right to peaceful demonstration and the principle of proportionality in the use of force.”
2019-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8489 (2019) · source
“Mr. Pecsteen de Buytswerve (Belgium) (spoke in French): First of all, I would like to thank Special Coordinator Nickolay Mladenov for his briefing and for the work that he and his team are doing. We welcome the distribution of a written report (S/2019/251) in accordance with the Council's usual practice on the basis of note 507 (S/2017/507), and we hope that that practice continues. The continuing settlement policy in the West Bank and East Jerusalem is of the greatest concern to us. Settlement activity, accompanied by forced displacement, eviction and demolition, also targets particularly symbolic places, such as the ancient cities of Hebron or Jerusalem, and areas of strategic importance for the prospect of a viable and contiguous Palestinian State. In that regard, we remain very attentive to the developments in Khan Al-Ahmar.”
2019-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8489 (2019) · source
“The problems are often shared problems; the solutions must therefore also be shared solutions. In that regard, we welcome the opportunity that will be given to the Security Council in the coming weeks to discuss the latest developments in the region.”
2019-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8486 (2019) · source
“Such a strategy must be based on the capacity and real willingness of the new Congolese authorities to themselves take on the tasks currently being carried out by MONUSCO. In the meantime, the protection of civilians in the military, health and human rights contexts must continue to be the cornerstone on which MONUSCO is based. Belgium is of the opinion that an interim mandate that would be limited in time would allow us to deepen our reflection on these points of reference while avoiding the risk of being immobilized in a changing context. Finally, we must remain attentive to the regional context and its evolution. Our attention today to the future of MONUSCO should not divert our attention from the fact that the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Great Lakes region are closely linked.”
2019-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8486 (2019) · source
“The persistence of fighting between armed groups in Masisi, deadly attacks by the Allied Democratic Forces in Beni territory and recent fighting in Minembwe are all dramatic situations that require strong and urgent measures. The restoration of State authority is essential to ensure the pacification of the territory, but also the resolution of the root causes of conflicts and the security of populations, as well as development and the rule of law for the benefit of the Congolese people. My third message concerns MONUSCO and its future. In our opinion, the future of MONUSCO must be based on a genuine exit strategy based on reference points - "benchmarks" in proper French - clearly identified by an independent strategic review.”
2019-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8486 (2019) · source
“My second message concerns the pacification of the territory of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the restoration of State authority. In that regard, we hope that particular attention will be paid to the persistence of violence and attacks against civilians, which continue to plunge the Congolese population into one of the worst humanitarian disasters in the world. We recall the unprecedented violence of the recent organized intercommunal attacks in Yumbi, which killed several hundred people and displaced thousands in a few days in December 2018. That violence, which according to the United Nations could constitute crimes against humanity, would not have been possible if the authority of the State had been present in the area.”
2019-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8486 (2019) · source
“There are numerous reports of widespread corruption in the context of the recent senatorial elections, despite the fact that the most senior judicial authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo had issued explicit warnings. Against that backdrop, President Tshilombo Tshisekedi has decided to address the situation. As the guarantor of institutions, we exhort him not only to restore institutional order and the rule of law, but also to credibly begin combating the corruption that threatens the country's governance. The consolidation of solid, competent and impartial national institutions must make it possible to strengthen the legitimacy of the State, prevent future institutional crises and promote a lasting entrenchment of the culture of democratic change.”
2019-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8486 (2019) · source
“First, with regard to the political situation, we welcome the statements of the new President in favour of change, which was sought by the population, and we encourage all political stakeholders in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to adopt tangible measures to produce that profound change in the political space, following in the steps of the initial gestures, which we welcome, such as the release of some political prisoners. In the European and bilateral context, we also welcome the recent developments, which demonstrate a genuine willingness to strengthen our relations. However, we must not forget that the electoral process has not yet ended. Elections have yet to be held in Beni, Butembo and in Yumbi. In the meantime, the formation of a new Government is still pending.”
2019-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8486 (2019) · source
“Mr. Pecsteen de Buytswerve (Belgium) (spoke in French): At the outset, I would like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Ms. Leila Zerrougui, and Ms. Anny Tenga Modi for their briefings, which, along with the most recent report of the Secretary-General (S/2019/218) on the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) give us a better overview of the current situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo. I would like to focus my statement on three key messages.”
2019-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8486 (2019) · source
“At the level of peacekeeping operations, the United Nations and the EU must work together to make that political commitment a reality by significantly increasing the participation of women both in principle and for reasons of positive operational impact on the functioning of those missions. Secondly, Ms. Mogherini mentioned the example of trilateral cooperation among the United Nations, the European Union and the African Union, which seems to me to be a very interesting example. I would like to ask the High Representative if she could identify specific good practices in that area and if she sees the potential for doing the same with other regional organizations. My colleague from Kuwait just mentioned the League of Arab States and, of course, there are other organizations, such as the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe.”
2019-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8482 (2019) · source
“I would like to say that the presence of the High Representative among us shows strong political determination on the part of the European Union to continue to deepen the current partnership with the United Nations, which is based on complementarity. The joint work of the EU and the United Nations in peacekeeping and crisis management is a concrete example of that complementarity. The High Representative mentioned several cases in that context. Allow me to highlight two particular points. First, Belgium supports the inclusion of the women and peace and security agenda as a cross-cutting priority.”
2019-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8482 (2019) · source
“Mogherini is facilitating can be resumed as soon as possible in Brussels. As has been said, the European Union and the United Nations share the same commitment to a world based on the fundamental principles of democracy, the rule of law and the universality and indivisibility of human rights. The result is a natural partnership between two organizations that are intensifying and strengthening their cooperation. The European Union and the United Nations share a common vision and willingness to address the root causes of conflicts and establish lasting peace, in particular through an integrated approach, in accordance with both the Sustainable Development Goals and the European Union's global strategy. The European Union's role as the largest donor of development and humanitarian aid in the world is in line with that approach.”
2019-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8482 (2019) · source
“Mogherini mentioned the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, which remains an essential element of the global non-proliferation architecture and is also a very important achievement of multilateral diplomacy. I would also like to point out that the agreement is also one of the most successful examples of cooperation between the United Nations and the European Union. That is also the case for the Balkans, where the European Union is contributing to the stability of Bosnia and Herzegovina through the EU-led peacekeeping force's Operation Althea, as well as to the strengthening of the rule of law in Kosovo through the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo under the auspices of the United Nations. Of course, we hope that the dialogue between Pristina and Belgrade that Ms.”
2019-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8482 (2019) · source
“Mr. Pecsteen de Buytswerve (Belgium) (spoke in French): First of all, I would like to thank the High Representative of the European Union (EU) for her briefing and her presence here today. Belgium is of course pleased to have this opportunity once again to discuss the close partnership and cooperation between the United Nations and the European Union. Ms. Mogherini's briefing made very clear the extent to which the European Union is a major partner of the Security Council, as it works to find lasting solutions to many of the crises on our agenda here at the Council. ThatisthecaseforSyria-Ms.Mogherinimentioned the conference being held this week in Brussels, co-chaired by the United Nations and the European Union. That is also the case for Iran - Ms.”
2019-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8482 (2019) · source
“It plays an indispensable role in the protection of an international order based on law and the promotion of peace and security in Europe. The various dimensions of the OSCE reflect the idea of an integrated approach to security and sustainable peace, an approach that the Security Council should support.”
2019-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8479 (2019) · source
“We underscore our unwavering commitment to the human dimension, which must be a common thread in the work of the OSCE. The OSCE makes a significant contribution to preventing and combating transnational threats such as terrorism, violent extremism and radicalization. In that regard, we welcome the memorandum of understanding agreed between the Office of Counter-Terrorism and the OSCE. One of the most effective ways to promote the implementation of the Council's resolutions and strengthen the capacities of Member States is through good collaboration between the Office of Counter- Terrorism and regional organizations. With 57 members, the OSCE is the largest regional organization of the kind envisaged in Chapter VIII of the Charter of the United Nations.”
2019-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8479 (2019) · source
“We join the call for a lasting political solution to the conflict, which must be based on respect for the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of Ukraine within its internationally recognized borders. The full implementation of the Minsk agreements is essential in that respect. We continue to support ongoing efforts in the framework of the Normandy format and the Trilateral Contact Group. We are concerned about the situation regarding human rights and fundamental freedoms, including attacks on human rights defenders and journalists and growing intolerance in the many regions where the OSCE is active. Respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, democracy and the rule of law are essential to ensuring sustainable security.”
2019-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8479 (2019) · source
“Today I wish to focus in particular on the situation in Ukraine, which represents one of the greatest violations ofnot only the founding principles of the OSCE but also of the principles set out in the Charter of the United Nations. In that respect, I wish to highlight the OSCE's efforts to prevent a fresh escalation of the conflict. We hail the vital work ofthe Special Monitoring Mission of the OSCE as an observer and a facilitator of dialogue among all parties to the crisis. We deplore the obstacles hampering the effective monitoring and reporting work of the Mission in Ukraine. We strongly encourage the parties to the conflict to respect the Mission's mandate and to give it safe and unimpeded access to the entire territory of Ukraine, including in Crimea and along the border between Ukraine and Russia.”
2019-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8479 (2019) · source
“Mr. Pecsteen de Buytswerve (Belgium) (spoke in French): Allow me to echo my colleagues by congratulating you, Mr. President, on your assumption of the presidency of the Council and on its very effective work last month. I wish also to thank Minister Lajcak, Chairman-in-Office of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), for his briefing. Belgium associates itself fully with the three priorities that he has just outlined with eloquence and, above all, conviction. He can count on our full support. The Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe plays a key role in promoting dialogue in a number of conflicts, from Nagorno Karabakh to Transnistria, including the separatist territories of Georgia. It contributes on a daily basis to reconciliation efforts in the Balkans.”
2019-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8479 (2019) · source