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Rachelle Omamo

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  1. “We should aggressively tackle the kinetic threat of terrorist groups, while also ensuring that they do not permeate and dislocate the social fabric of our societies through the radicalization and recruitment of a new generation of militants, particularly through the exploitation of the opportunities availed by technology and the Internet. Indeed, the challenge of cyber-driven radicalization should be a matter of grave concern to the Counter-Terrorism Committee. I end by reaffirming Kenya’s resolve to do its utmost, in concert with the other members of the Security Council, to combat the threat of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.”

    2021-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/48 (2021) · source

  2. “In conclusion, I urge all of us to honestly acknowledge that the global consensus against terrorism is not as strong today as it was at the time of the adoption of resolution 1373 (2001) and that this places Africa at great risk. Counter-terrorism is increasingly held hostage to geopolitics, even as citizens in many countries are subjected to brutal attacks. The terrorists, particularly those affiliated with Al-Qaida or ISIS, seem to be encouraged by our flagging unity. Let us use this anniversary to close ranks for the sake of our citizens, our economies and global peace and security. We can start by taking tough united measures against terrorist groups that reflect the spirit and letter of resolution 1373 (2001). We should intensify capacity-building worldwide, particularly in front-line States in Africa.”

    2021-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/48 (2021) · source

  3. “We also urge the Counter-Terrorism Committee to take stringent action to ensure that countries that have terrorist groups operating out of their territories are in compliance with resolution 1373 (2001). These measures should include the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate and the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) closely monitoring progress and assisting in capacity-building. With regard to the latter S/2021/48 S/2021/48 aim, Kenya commends UNOCT for establishing a programme in Nairobi to serve as a regional hub to enhance counter-terrorism and terrorism prevention through capacity-building, as well as enhanced intelligence- and information-sharing.”

    2021-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/48 (2021) · source

  4. “Last September, the Government froze the assets of nine individuals associated with financing Al-Shabaab operations. That was our most recent effort towards the implementation of every measure called for in resolution 1373 (2001). We continue to strengthen our compliance with resolution 1373 (2001) by including its operative elements in our national counter- terrorism strategy. Kenya believes that the implementation of resolution 1373 (2001) is a minimum requirement to be a member of the international community in good standing. We urge all States, particularly those where Al-Qaida, ISIS affiliates or splinter groups are based in their territories, to prioritize implementing resolution 1373 (2001).”

    2021-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/48 (2021) · source

  5. “For instance, this past 16 December, a New York court indicted an Al-Shabaab operative for conspiring to conduct an egregious attack in the United States. That indictment is a potent reminder to States that Al-Qaida affiliates remain a threat to global peace and security. They should be met with the full force of resolution 1373 (2001) and associated instruments, such as resolution 1267 (1999). The surge in terrorism this past decade is testament to what happens when we, as members of the Security Council, underestimate the ambitions of terrorists. That is why Kenya supports the full utilization of sanctions against Al-Qaida and its affiliates wherever they are found. As a front-line State in the global war against terrorist groups, Kenya is taking decisive action.”

    2021-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/48 (2021) · source

  6. “The recent horrific attack in the Niger illustrates that. The existential threat of terrorism in Africa is rapidly evolving. Terrorism exacerbates State fragility and increases the vulnerability of communities, since terrorism conflates with other pervasive challenges, such as poverty, climate change, youth unemployment, forced migration and arms trafficking, as well as growing cybercrime and transnational organized crime. That toxic cocktail of insecurity not only threatens global peace and stability but also can potentially reverse the hard- won development gains made on the continent, to the detriment of our people. In Somalia, Al-Shabaab, a declared and compliant affiliate of Al-Qaida, remains a grave threat not only within that country and the Horn of Africa region but also beyond the African continent.”

    2021-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/48 (2021) · source

  7. “The Kenya delegation thanks the delegation of Tunisia for the invitation and for convening this important debate. As I address the Security Council for the first time, I commend Mr. Vladimir Voronkov, Ms. Michèle Coninsx and Ms. Fatima Akilu for their informative briefings. Terrorism, in all its forms, remains a leading challenge to the global order and human security on every continent. Kenya stands in solidarity with all countries, communities and families that have been attacked by terrorists. This meeting comes at a time when the jihadist terrorist threat in Africa is acute. The Islamic State in Iraq and the Shams (ISIS) is regrouping and seeking safe havens in Africa’s conflict zones. In addition, Al-Qaida has dedicated affiliates and an extensive transnational network in Africa.”

    2021-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/48 (2021) · source