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Pham Hai Anh,

lines on the record: 146
first: 2020-03-31
most recent: 2021-05-20
sittings or episodes: 28
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“In addition, a number of recent United Nations resolutions recognize that cooperation. Viet Nam has consistently championed the strengthening of such cooperation. We therefore strongly support Tunisia’s initiative to hold this briefing. Last January, Viet Nam also held the first-ever Security Council briefing on United Nations cooperation with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (see S/PV.8711). We commend the efforts and contribution of the League of Arab States and its members for peace, stability and development in the region, including through conflict prevention and mediation. Many Arab States are among the largest troop contributors to peace operations and are generous donors to humanitarian causes in the region and around the world.”
2021-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/66 (2021) · source
“I would like to thank Ms. Rosemary DiCarlo, Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, and Mr. Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, for their insightful briefings. I welcome Mr. Anwar bin Mohammed Gargash, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates, to this meeting. Our world today has changed enormously since the end of the Second World War, with complex challenges at regional and global levels. Yet the Charter of the United Nations remains as relevant as ever. It provides for coordination and complementarity between the United Nations and regional organizations to effectively address challenges to the maintenance of international peace and security at a regional and global level, as enshrined in three articles of Chapter VIII.”
2021-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/66 (2021) · source
“Before I conclude, I would like to reaffirm our support for the tremendous efforts of the Special Envoy and his team, United Nations agencies and the Government and the people of Yemen for peace, stability and development for Yemen and its people.”
2021-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/56 (2021) · source
“More than ever, the Yemeni people are in urgent need of support from the international community so that acute food insecurity can be pushed back and humanitarian programmes can become fully operational. We call on international organizations and partners as well as countries of the region, which are the region’s hubs for food security, to urgently assist Yemen. We urge the parties concerned to fully implement the Stockholm Agreement and the Riyadh agreement in combination with United Nations mediation. We reaffirm our support for Yemen’s sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity in that process. We also stress the importance of promoting and ensuring the meaningful participation of women in the political process.”
2021-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/56 (2021) · source
“The lack of funding has remained one of the greatest obstacles to the full and effective implementation of humanitarian programmes in many parts of Yemen. It must be addressed adequately and immediately. It is also difficult for aid workers to deliver basic goods and assistance to those in need in the north of Yemen. That situation further exacerbates the vulnerability and predicament of people across the country. It is imperative for all parties to give top priority to fostering favourable conditions to ensure timely, safe and unimpeded humanitarian access and to facilitating humanitarian operations in Yemen. We reiterate our call for an early international donors conference for Yemen.”
2021-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/56 (2021) · source
“We emphasize the importance of an immediate cessation of hostilities and the acceptance of the joint declaration towards a nationwide cease-fire. The coronavirus disease pandemic, the severe economic crisis, food insecurity and the imminent risk of famine constitute major challenges for the country. We are gravely concerned about their compounded impact and the increasingly deteriorating humanitarian situation in Yemen. According to some reports, Yemen is the country most at risk of a humanitarian catastrophe in 2021. Twenty-four million people need aid or protection. Thirteen and a half million Yemenis — about 45 per cent of the population — currently face acute food insecurity, including some 50,000 people living in famine-like conditions.”
2021-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/56 (2021) · source
“However, we remain worried about multiple challenges, especially the prolonged conflict and crisis that the country continues to face in 2021. We strongly condemn the recent attacks in Aden that killed nearly 30 people and injured more than 100 others, including Government officials and aid workers. We extend our deepest condolences to the Government and the people of Yemen and to the families of the victims. The perpetrators of these immoral and unacceptable acts must be brought to justice. The prolonged conflict has claimed more than 230,000 lives to date. It is distressing to see civilians, especially women and children, continue to be targeted. We therefore urge all parties to the conflict to strictly abide by international humanitarian law and immediately stop targeting civilians.”
2021-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/56 (2021) · source
“I would like to welcome to this meeting His Excellency Mr. Ahmed Awad Ahmed Binmubarak, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of Yemen. I thank Mr. Martin Griffiths, Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Yemen, Mr. Mark Lowcock, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, and Mr. David Beasley, Executive Director of the World Food Programme, for their comprehensive briefings. We join Special Envoy Griffiths in welcoming the positive developments in the implementation of the Riyadh agreement, including the formation of the new Government in Yemen. That is an important step towards enhanced stability and an improvement in State institutions, as well as for a lasting political resolution to the conflict in Yemen.”
2021-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/56 (2021) · source
“We reaffirm our support for the efforts of the United Nations, the African Union, the Economic Community of West African States and the international community in facilitating the transitional process and promoting peace and security in Mali.”
2021-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/47 (2021) · source
“As of October 2020, more than 300,000 people were internally displaced, an increase of nearly 23,000 as compared to the number in July. More than 188,000 children aged between 6 and 59 months are expected to face severe acute malnutrition, which is also an increase of more than 20,000 as compared to an earlier period in 2020. We therefore reiterate our call on parties to uphold their obligations under international humanitarian law and protect civilians, especially women and children. We join the Secretary-General’s call on donors and partners to provide adequate support to help Mali to address those humanitarian needs. Last but not least, we stress the need for a coherent and integrated approach to the security, humanitarian and social development challenges in Mali.”
2021-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/47 (2021) · source
“In that regard, we commend MINUSMA for its efforts to promote the presence of State authority in northern and central Mali, as well as the operations against terrorism by the Joint Force of the Group of Five for the Sahel. We stress the importance of the redeployment of the reconstituted units of the Malian armed forces, especially in the north. We remain concerned about the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Mali, as well as the increase in sexual violence, abuses linked to the spread of violent extremism, terrorism, the recruitment of children, food insecurity and organized crime. Moreover, the coronavirus disease pandemic, intercommunal violence and the adverse impacts of climate change continue to further exacerbate humanitarian needs.”
2021-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/47 (2021) · source
“Terrorist and extremist groups have increased persistent attacks against civilians, United Nations peacekeepers and security forces, especially in central Mali, including Ségou and Mopti. We condemn those attacks and express our deepest condolences to the Government and the people of Mali, especially the families of those who lost their lives. The perpetrators of those acts must be brought to justice. We call on the relevant parties and signatories to heed the Secretary-General’s call for a global ceasefire. It is imperative for all parties to cease all hostilities and spare no effort in tackling the tremendous challenges facing Mali.”
2021-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/47 (2021) · source
“A calendar for the elections can help the planning of not only the organization and participation by the people of Mali, but also the assistance of the international community and the United Nations, as may be required. We continue to emphasize the importance of the increased and meaningful participation of women in the political process and welcome MINUSMA’s assistance to Mali in that regard, while noting MINUSMA’s strong female presence in the police and civilian components. In addition, we reiterate the need for the parties concerned and the signatory armed groups to assume their responsibilities and ownership of the peace process and show good faith in speeding up the implementation of the peace agreement. The security situation in Mali is still worrisome due to violence, terrorist acts and intercommunal conflicts.”
2021-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/47 (2021) · source
“While stressing the importance of the implementation of the 2015 Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali, we also see the representation of the signatory movements in the Government as an important opportunity, which should be used to advance the peace process. In that context, we echo the Special Representative’s call for a peaceful and inclusive transition process in order to achieve the institutional and electoral reforms prior to the anticipated elections. It is important for the transitional Government, Parliament and the parties concerned to strengthen mutual trust, resolve their differences and work together in the spirit of reconciliation.”
2021-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/47 (2021) · source
“We would like to thank Mr. Mahamat Saleh Annadif, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA), for his insightful briefing (annex I). We welcome Ambassador Issa Konfourou, Permanent Representative of Mali, to this meeting. We welcome the efforts and progress made by the parties concerned with regard to the implementation of the transition road map in Mali. The establishment of the transitional Government and the institutions of the transition constitute important steps for the work ahead in the country in 2021.”
2021-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/47 (2021) · source
“We call on all sides to engage in a constructive and non-politicized manner, focusing on the common objective of the full implementation of the CWC. Viet Nam will continue to actively participate in the work of the Conference of the States Parties to the CWC and follow closely the work of the OPCW Executive Council on this matter.”
2021-01-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/22 (2021) · source
“We encourage the OPCW and Syria to build on recent achievements and step up their efforts. Promoting technical cooperation and consultations in a constructive manner is the most practical way to help resolve the remaining gaps, inconsistencies and discrepancies, as mentioned in OPCW reports. Viet Nam will continue our support for the OPCW in delivering on the mandates entrusted to it by the CWC. It is of the utmost importance to enhance cooperation and coordination with a view to fully implementing the Convention and working towards the fulfilment of our common goal of a world free of chemical weapons. Thirdly, we believe that, to achieve that end, unity and cooperation in the Council and the OPCW are fundamental.”
2021-01-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/22 (2021) · source
“Secondly, the most viable solution to the protracted issue of chemical weapons in Syria is through continued cooperation between the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) and the Syrian Arab Republic. While the coronavirus disease pandemic has had certain impacts on that cooperation, we take note of the efforts made by the OPCW and Syria in the past few months, especially with respect to the clarification of outstanding issues related to the initial declaration. According to the eighty-seventh monthly report of the OPCW Director- General, we note that the process is now being carried out. We also look forward to the full resumption of the OPCW’s activities in order to enhance its cooperation with Syria and settle all remaining issues.”
2021-01-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/22 (2021) · source
“It has been one year and 12 meetings on this subject for Viet Nam on the Council. My delegation would like to underline the following points. First of all, it is Viet Nam’s consistent policy to categorically condemn any use of chemical weapons in any form, by anyone, anywhere, under any circumstances or for any reason. It is inhumane and a flagrant violation of international law. An investigation of any alleged use of chemical weapons needs to be conducted to ensure the implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) and deter potential violations. In doing so, it is important to obtain irrefutable evidence and establish the facts through a comprehensive, transparent and impartial investigative process, in full conformity with the Convention and in a non-politicized manner.”
2021-01-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/22 (2021) · source
“At the outset, I would like to congratulate Tunisia on having assumed the presidency this month. We are delighted to warmly welcome the new members of the Security Council — India, Ireland, Kenya, Mexico and Norway — and look forward to working closely with all of them during this year. We would also like to pay tribute to former members Belgium, the Dominican Republic, Germany, Indonesia and South Africa for their contributions to the work of the Council in a very difficult year. On today’s subject, I would like to thank Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs Izumi Nakamitsu for her monthly briefing on the implementation of resolution 2118 (2013). I welcome the participation of the Permanent Representatives of Syria and Turkey at this meeting.”
2021-01-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/22 (2021) · source
“Now they are leaving us in the very good hands of the current and incoming members, just as they did 12 years ago. We thank all the outgoing members for their cooperation, support and friendship. Last but absolutely not least, I would like to pay tribute to Ambassador Jerry Matthews Matjila, Permanent Representative of South Africa, and his team for a successful presidency, with many important activities and outcomes.”
2020-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1324 (2020) · source
“Viet Nam remains strongly committed to making meaningful contributions to fostering an environment conducive to dialogue and cooperation in the name of peace, stability and prosperity in this region and the world at large.As this is the last meeting this month and year in the programme of work in which we are allowed to speak, we would like to warmly congratulate the five outgoing members — Belgium, the Dominican Republic, Germany, Indonesia and South Africa — for a successful tenure. We thank them for their tireless efforts and their important contributions to the work of the Security Council in the service of humankind everywhere. As an elected member, it is a personal privilege and a privilege as a representative of Viet Nam to serve together again with Belgium, Indonesia and South Africa, as we did 12 years ago.”
2020-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1324 (2020) · source
“It is incumbent on us all to maintain peace and stability and to honour our obligations under international law with a view to ensuring a safe and prosperous world for all of our peoples, including the people in the Middle East. Conflicts and wars need to be stopped, not fuelled. Friendly relations need to be established and nurtured. International law, including treaties, needs to be upheld and implemented.”
2020-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1324 (2020) · source
“Viet Nam has consistently supported the full implementation of resolution 2231 (2015) and the JCPOA. We call on all the relevant parties to continue dialogue and negotiations to resolve differences, including by utilizing existing processes and procedures under resolution 2231 (2015) and the JCPOA, and to exercise restraint and refrain from actions that could exacerbate the situation, erode trust and escalate tension. We reaffirm our strong support for the three pillars of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons — disarmament, the non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and the peaceful use of nuclear energy. We believe that this is a joint effort and responsibility.”
2020-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1324 (2020) · source
“We also called for the settlement of differences by peaceful means through dialogue and negotiation. That is why we were sincerely glad when the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) was reached, and actively engaged with other members in discussing its implementation with earnest optimism. In that regard, we share the assessment of the Secretary-General that the JCPOA is the best way to ensure a comprehensive, long-term and proper solution to the Iranian nuclear issue, as well as to contribute to regional and international peace and security. We take note of the tenth report of Secretary-General (S/2020/1177) on the implementation of the resolution 2231 (2015). We commend the efforts of JCPOA participants in implementing and preserving the agreement.”
2020-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1324 (2020) · source
“That is why Viet Nam always stresses the importance of upholding international law, including the Charter of the United Nations and its purposes and principles, especially the principles of the settlement of disputes by peaceful means and of the fulfilment, in good faith, of obligations under international law. That was our consistent policy during Viet Nam’s term as Chair and member of the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) from 2013 to 2014, and from 2013 to 2015, respectively. We always stressed the utmost importance of implementing non-proliferation obligations. We did it by example, joining all treaties, and were among the first to adhere to the International Atomic Energy Agency’s highest standards in this field.”
2020-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1324 (2020) · source
“I would like to thank Ms. Rosemary DiCarlo, Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, and Ambassador Olof Skoog, Head of the Delegation of the European Union, for their comprehensive briefings. I also commend Ambassador Philippe Kridelka for his able leadership, and his team for its efforts in facilitating the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015). I also welcome Ambassador Majid Takht Ravanchi, Permanent Representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran, to this meeting. It is Viet Nam’s conviction that the people in the Middle East, like people everywhere, deserve to live in peace, harmony, friendship and cooperation.”
2020-12-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1324 (2020) · source
“While attaching importance to the establishment of accountability for violations of international humanitarian law and serious criminal acts, we maintain that it should be carried out in accordance with the fundamental principles of international law, including respect for the State’s independence and sovereignty. In that regard, we take note of the thirty-second report of the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court pursuant to resolution 1593 (2005).”
2020-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1192 (2020) · source
“We also look forward to the full and timely operation of the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in the Sudan to support the country’s transition in this critical period. At the same time, we are concerned about the reports of the increasing number of civilian casualties, including many women and children, over the past few months due to intercommunal violence. We call on the Government to take appropriate measures in addressing that issue, including acts related to violations of international humanitarian law. Viet Nam reiterates its consistent position that the State has the primary responsibility for the implementation of international humanitarian law and the prevention and suppression of serious criminal acts, such as war crimes, crimes against humanity and the crime of aggression.”
2020-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1192 (2020) · source
“I thank Ms. Fatou Bensouda for her briefing. I welcome His Excellency Ambassador Omer Mohamed Ahmed Siddig, Permanent Representative of the Republic of the Sudan, to this meeting. Viet Nam maintains its previously stated position on the Sudan, including as was expressed at the Council’s meeting on Tuesday, 8 December (see S/2020/1183). We welcome the recent historic developments in the country, particularly the signing of the Juba Agreement for Peace in the Sudan on 3 October. We commend the continued efforts of the Government in that regard. It is critical that the Sudanese parties continue to fully implement the peace agreement so as to bring about lasting peace and development in the country.”
2020-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1192 (2020) · source
“We take note of the careful deliberation of the situation in the six provinces, as stated in the Secretary-General’s letter (S/2020/1041). We would like to reiterate the particular significance of a prudent approach in its implementation, which should consider the evolving situation on the ground and an assessment of the capacity of the Government authorities. It is vital to ensure that we can preserve our hard-won achievements.”
2020-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8778 (2020) · source
“We would also like to highlight the critical contributions of the African Union, the Southern African Development Community, the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region and other subregional and international partners to the pursuit of peace and stability in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the region. Last but not least, the support of MONUSCO remains crucial given the dire security situation in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, especially with regard to protecting civilians and strengthening State institutions. We warmly welcome the constructive engagement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo authorities and the Mission in order to elaborate a joint strategy on the progressive and the phased drawdown of MONUSCO.”
2020-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8778 (2020) · source
“Thirdly, we would like to reiterate the importance of intensifying regional cooperation to achieve sustained peace, security and development. In that regard, we welcome the continued engagement of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and countries of the region, notably the summit held among the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Angola, Rwanda and Uganda to discuss the troubling security situation in the Great Lakes subregion, the improvement of economic cooperation and the fight against COVID-19, as well as bilateral engagement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Burundi.”
2020-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8778 (2020) · source
“Between July and December, 21.8 million people faced high levels of acute food insecurity, including 5.7 million in phase 4 of the Integrated Phase Classification — emergency. People in conflict-affected regions, such as North and South Kivu, Ituri and Kasai Central, suffer the most. On a more positive note, we commend the swift actions taken by the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to end the eleventh Ebola outbreak in the west of the country and to prevent the spread of COVID-19. However, there are still enormous challenges that cannot be overcome without the valuable assistance of international partners. We therefore call for strengthened international efforts to support the people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2020-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8778 (2020) · source
“The root causes of conflict need to be addressed by focusing on restoring State authority in various regions, strengthening the capacity of national security forces, enhancing political dialogue and advancing socioeconomic efforts. Special attention should also be given to furthering progress in disarmament, demobilization and reintegration, as well as security sector reform. We note that a tailored approach has been adopted to meet local needs. Secondly, the continued deterioration of the humanitarian situation, aggravated by insecurity, an economic downturn and the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, is alarming. According to recently released statistics, the Democratic Republic of the Congo has the largest number of internally displaced persons in Africa — 5.2 million people.”
2020-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8778 (2020) · source
“It is deeply troubling to see that the increased intensity of attacks by armed groups, including the Allied Democratic Forces, claimed numerous civilian lives during the recent reporting period. Viet Nam strongly condemns all attacks against civilians, the Forces armées de la République démocratique du Congo, personnel of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) and humanitarian workers on the ground. This must stop. MONUSCO and the national protection capacity needs to be supported and strengthened. We fully share the view that the protracted conflicts in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo require a sustainable solution.”
2020-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8778 (2020) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Leila Zerrougui for her insightful briefing. I would like to highlight the following points. First, regarding the political and security situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, my delegation takes note of the continued efforts of the Government in reducing tensions and ensuring a favourable political climate for the sake of peace and stability. We also take note of the Government’s endeavours to engage all the relevant stakeholders, especially women, in political life. On the security front, while more than two thirds of the Democratic Republic of the Congo is stable, the persistence of insecurity and violence in the eastern part of the country — especially in North Kivu, South Kivu and Ituri — remains a source of grave concern.”
2020-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8778 (2020) · source
“Only when there is constructive and non-politicized engagement in dialogue and cooperation can there be a tangible solution to bridge the differences. We also look forward to further deliberation on this matter at the upcoming Conference of the State Parties to the CWC. In conclusion, needless to say, the only path towards ending the current crisis in Syria is through a comprehensive political settlement, in full accordance with principles of international law and the Charter of the United Nations. All issues need to be dealt with in a most comprehensive manner to find a durable solution.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1088 (2020) · source
“That is reflected in various monthly reports as well as the most recent report on the implementation of the 9 July OPCW Executive Council decision (see S/2020/1033, annex). For that reason, we call on the two sides to step up their efforts at cooperation. We believe that continued engagement is the most viable way to address remaining gaps and work towards the full implementation of resolution 2118 (2013). In finding a solution to the issue of chemical weapons in Syria, we note with regret that there is strong disagreement among various parties. Viet Nam would therefore like to stress the vital importance of unity on this matter, both among CWC State parties and among Security Council members.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1088 (2020) · source
“Viet Nam is pleased to see that both sides have been able to retain their engagement given various challenges created by the coronavirus disease pandemic. In particular, we welcome the conduct of the twenty-third round of consultations between the Declaration Assessment Team and the Syrian National Authority in Damascus in late September and early October. We also take note of the submission of monthly reports by Syria to the OPCW Executive Council, as well as the engagement of OPCW mechanisms in relation to various other incidents. The clarification of outstanding issues remains crucial with a view to putting an end to this long-standing issue. However, it is undesirable that there is still a lack of substantial progress in term of cooperation between the two sides.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1088 (2020) · source
“We will continue to encourage the OPCW’s endeavours in order to assist State parties in the full implementation of the Convention. To ensure tangible outcomes, the OPCW’s investigations into any possible use of chemical weapons must be conducted in a most comprehensive, impartial and non-politicized manner to find conclusive and irrefutable evidence. Regarding the matter of chemical weapons in Syria, we share the concern of the international community over the alleged use of chemical weapons affecting civilians’ lives and living environment. Viet Nam takes note the continued cooperation between the OPCW and Syria in the past years, as well as during the recent reporting period, as mentioned in the eighty-fifth report of the Director General of the OPCW (see S/2020/1056, annex).”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1088 (2020) · source
“I would like to thank Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs Izumi Nakamitsu for her briefing on the implementation of resolution 2118 (2013). First of all, let me begin by re-emphasizing Viet Nam’s consistent policy of supporting complete disarmament and non-proliferation on weapons of mass destruction, including chemical weapons. We would like to reiterate our categorical condemnation of the use of chemical weapons in any form, by anyone, anywhere, under any circumstances or for any reason. Obligations of State parties to the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) must be fully respected. As a member of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), Viet Nam fully supports the work of the organization as entrusted by the CWC.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1088 (2020) · source
“As regards diplomatic efforts, we fully support any viable endeavour that could bring hope for a peaceful settlement of the situation in Syria. We would like to take this opportunity to express our support for the work of the United Nations, the Special Envoy and his team, including recent visits and activities, and also for all diplomatic and political engagements of international partners with a view to facilitating a peaceful resolution to the decade-long conflict in Syria. Last but not least, we would like to stress the importance of continued assistance for Syria in all areas and by all practical means. Without it, the devastating impact of the coronavirus disease pandemic and the socioeconomic and humanitarian crises could undermine the efforts and long-term goals of the political track.S/2020/936”
2020-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/936 (2020) · source
“Insecurity incidents continue to occur in different parts of Syria, including in the north-west, even though the ceasefire agreement there is largely holding. We are concerned about the resurgence of terrorist activities in some areas. The protection of civilians and critical infrastructure continues to be a great challenge. According to the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, unrest or explosive devices have caused great loss of life, injuries and damage during the recent period. We call on all parties to exercise restraint and to refrain from violence, as well as to continue efforts to counter terrorism, in line with their obligations under international law, including humanitarian law.”
2020-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/936 (2020) · source
“It is important to further exchange views and to finalize and agree upon an agenda for the next meeting of the Constitutional Committee. We would like to reiterate our belief that the only viable path towards sustainable peace and security for the people of Syria is through an inclusive political solution, led and owned by the Syrian people, as set out in resolution 2254 (2015), in full conformity with international law and the Charter of the United Nations, and with full respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Syria and non-interference in its internal affairs. Regarding the security situation, we believe that only when a period of calm is sustained will the concerned parties have a chance to make tangible achievements on the political track.”
2020-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/936 (2020) · source
“I would like to thank Special Envoy Geir Pedersen for his informative briefing today. At the outset, my delegation welcomes the holding of the third session of the small body within the framework of the Syrian-owned and Syrian-led Constitutional Committee at the end of last month. It is not an easy task to achieve significant progress within a few days of meeting. However, it is crucial that the parties sit together in an effort to find a solution to the decade-long conflict. While substantial differences may remain, we take note with encouragement that the Syrian parties are working hard towards identifying some common ground and the way to move the process forward. Viet Nam calls on all parties to continue to actively engage in constructive dialogue and negotiations.”
2020-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/936 (2020) · source
“Against the current backdrop, we believe that special focus needs to be placed on controlling the spread of COVID-19 and mitigating its grave impacts on the dire humanitarian situation in Syria. Providing needed technical assistance and medical supplies is now becoming more and more urgent as the danger of undermining peace and humanitarian efforts looms large. It is also important to make sure that the COVID-19 response capacity of Syria is not impacted by sanctions. The humanitarian situation in Syria needs a sustained solution. The most viable path is a comprehensive political solution in line with resolution 2254 (2015) and in full accordance with international law.”
2020-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/915 (2020) · source
“We therefore urge all parties in Syria to fully cooperate with the United Nations and other humanitarian partners to maintain the provision of assistance to all people in need. Attention should also be paid to improving access for the people living in various camps, such as Rukban and Al-Hol, and to finding a sustained solution to the water security issue concerning the Allouk water station. Regarding support for the Syrian people, we would like take this opportunity to commend the tireless efforts of humanitarian and health workers as well as the international community. We salute the dedication of all humanitarian and health workers on the ground.”
2020-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/915 (2020) · source
“We urge all parties to preserve the relative calm on the ground and fulfil their obligations under international law, including humanitarian law, in order to maximize the impact of humanitarian efforts in Syria. We fully support the call made by the Secretary- General and the Special Envoy for a nationwide ceasefire in order to facilitate the pandemic preparedness and response in Syria. We take note of the increase in aid delivery to the north-east, which includes health items provided by the World Health Organization. We also welcome the continuation of humanitarian assistance throughout north-western Syria. However, there are still shortages in the north-east and access challenges in the north-west, even after the adoption of resolution 2533 (2020).”
2020-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/915 (2020) · source
“If infected, they cannot perform their crucial tasks of helping people and peace. On top of that, social and economic strains, food insecurity and the lack of development continue to be great challenges to sustainable peace and stability. While a relatively calm situation on the ground has largely been maintained during the past period, it is not sustainable. The protection of civilians continues to be a source of concern, with reported loss of lives and injuries caused by explosive devices and unrest in several parts of Syria. In order to facilitate the humanitarian response and best support the Syrian people, my delegation would like to stress the importance of two key aspects: access and support. First, full, sustained and unimpeded humanitarian access is of the utmost importance to assisting millions of people throughout Syria.”
2020-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/915 (2020) · source