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2011-07-12
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  1. “In this regard, we salute the outstanding work of the African Union High- Level Implementation Panel led by our former President Thabo Mbeki. We also pay tribute to one of our own compatriots, Special Representative of the Secretary-General Haile Menkerios, for the exceptional manner in which he discharged his duties. We are grateful to the women and men who have served in the United Nations Mission in the Sudan since its first deployment. In spite of the harsh and challenging conditions under which they served, they dedicated themselves to the noble cause of peace and stability, at times making the ultimate sacrifice. To the people of South Sudan, I say: "Your time has indeed come. It is now your turn".”

    2011-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6583 (2011) · source

  2. “For our part, South Africa will continue to assist with the means at our disposal in building on the technical capacity-building programmes of the past five years. The sister peoples of both South Sudan and the Republic of the Sudan can continue to count on our support to help build and consolidate lasting peace and stability in that part of our continent. Together with our IBSA partners, India and Brazil, we have committed to mobilizing our own resources to support development projects both in the Sudan and in South Sudan through the IBSA Poverty Alleviation Fund. In conclusion, we are of the firm View that the resolution of the conflict in the Sudan will contribute a great deal to the comprehensive resolution of all the conflicts on the African continent.”

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  3. “South Africa would like to make a clarion call on all those who have been involved in these efforts to continue to stand shoulder to shoulder with the people of South Sudan as they embark on a journey of State- building, as well as for their solidarity with the Republic of the Sudan as they deal with the new reality created by the emergence of a new neighbour. In this regard, South Africa welcomes resolution 1996 (2011), adopted last week by the Council, establishing the new United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan. We are particularly pleased with the integrated nature of the new Mission, with a focus on peacebuilding and support for development based on the principle of ownership. The Mission will play a significant role in supporting the new State in laying a foundation for sustainable development.”

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  4. “In January this year, the African Union Heads of States and Governments adopted a solemn declaration extending their solidarity and that of the entire continent to the people of the Sudan, who have taken the unprecedented and generous step of accepting self-determination for their brethren. The declaration further stated that Africa legitimately looks forward to the complete normalization of relations between the international community and the Republic of the Sudan to ensure that all the peoples of the Sudan can enjoy peace, dignity, democracy and development. We cannot overstate the role played by the United Nations, particularly the Security Council, the African Union, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development and the entire international community in general towards lasting peace and stability in the Sudan.”

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  5. “We are cognizant of the positive impact which the successful resolution of these issues will have in laying the foundations for peaceful coexistence and good-neighbourliness. We will continue to support the efforts of the African Union High-Level Implementation Panel, under the leadership of President Mbeki, to assist the two States in resolving all outstanding issues without delay. The fact that the Republic of the Sudan was the first State to recognize the independence of the Republic of South Sudan was not only a symbolic but also a further goodwill gesture of brotherhood and friendship.”

    2011-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6583 (2011) · source

  6. “South Africa welcomes the Agreement signed between the Government of the Sudan and the Sudan People's Liberation Movement on Temporary Arrangements for the Administration and Security of the Abyei Area, which paved the way for the Security Council to deploy the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei. We would like to underscore, however, that the resolution of the Abyei question will go a long way towards consolidating peace and stability in the two Sudanese States. In this regard, we encourage both parties to reach a lasting agreement on Abyei and to resolve the situation in Southern Kordofan and Blue Nile states. We are encouraged by the firm commitment and desire of both parties to reach an agreement on all these pertinent outstanding issues.”

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  7. “South Africa is cognizant of the multiplicity of challenges that the new State faces immediately after its birth. South Sudan is one of the most underdeveloped and poverty-stricken nations in the world. We are certain, however, that the same amount of bravery and courage displayed by the people of South Sudan in their struggle for independence will stand them in good stead as they seek to address all the socio-economic challenges that still lie ahead. On the political front, there are still key outstanding CPA issues that need to be addressed. They include the final status of Abyei and the continuing tensions in Southern Kordofan and Blue Nile states. We should not allow these outstanding issues to reverse the gains registered thus far.”

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  8. “Our mission is accomplished. It is now your turn, especially those who did not have a chance to experience bush life". We pay special tribute to this great African revolutionary, who unfortunately did not live to join his fellow compatriots in celebrating this milestone in the implementation of the CPA. We congratulate both President Al-Bashir and President Salva Kiir Mayardit for the exceptional leadership they have demonstrated in the six years since the signing of the CPA. We welcome the statements delivered by both Presidents in Juba on the day of independence. Those positive statements inspire hope and bode well for reconciliation and the strengthening of bilateral relations between the two sovereign and independent States, which are bound by a common history and share a common destiny as neighbours.”

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  9. “The holding of elections in April 2010 and the referendum in January 2011 were significant milestones in the implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement. We commend the leadership of both the Sudan and South Sudan for their commitment and partnership in the successful implementation of these key pillars of the CPA. The date of 9 July will go down in history as a significant day when the world witnessed the closure of one of the most painful chapters in the lives of the Sudanese. The day equally marked a new beginning filled with hope and expectations, as South Sudan became a new independent and sovereign State. This achievement is a tribute to the late Mr. John Garang, who once stated, "I and those who joined me in the bush and fought for more than 20 years have brought to you the Comprehensive Peace Agreement on a golden plate.”

    2011-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6583 (2011) · source

  10. “For years, the people of South Africa, on the basis of our own history, have identified with the aspirations and desire of the people of South Sudan for independence, freedom, justice and self-determination. On 9 July, the Government of South Africa officially recognized the Republic of South Sudan as a sovereign and independent State. We hope that the independence of South Sudan will serve as an inspiration to the millions of oppressed peoples across the globe who continue to suffer under occupation and colonialism. The signing of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA), in 2005, was a major achievement for the people of South Sudan in their struggle for freedom, as well as in the international community's efforts to bring about a peaceful end to the conflict in the Sudan.”

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  11. “We welcome the presence of His Excellency Mr. Ban Ki-moon, Secretary-General of the United Nations, at this historic meeting, and we thank him for his statement. We also thank Mr. Alain Le Roy, Under-Secretary- General for Peacekeeping Operations, for his briefing. We welcome the statements by His Excellency Mr. Riek Machar Teny-Dhurgon, Vice-President of the Republic of South Sudan, and His Excellency Ambassador Osman, Permanent Representative of the Republic of the Sudan. On behalf of the Government and people of South Africa, we congratulate the Government and people of South-Sudan on the independence they achieved on 9 July 2011. That was indeed a historic moment for the African continent and the people of South Sudan in their struggle for self-determination.”

    2011-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6583 (2011) · source

  12. “We encourage them to work within their respective mandates and in an integrated manner with other key stakeholders, including the Department of Peacekeeping Operations, concerned Member States and non-governmental organizations, to ensure coherence in addressing this scourge. We also commend the work of the Security Council Working Group, especially its role to review progress in the development and implementation of time-bound action plans by parties to conflict to halt the recruitment and use of children, which are violations of international obligations. In conclusion, South Africa would like to express our continued commitment to working with Council members and the international community to ensure that the protection of children remains our main priority.”

    2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581 (2011) · source

  13. “It gives effect to South Africa's commitments in line with the Convention on the Rights of the Child. It is vital that we do not forget the long-term needs of children who have been affected by armed conflict. South Africa therefore underscores the importance of adopting a broad strategy with regard to conflict prevention, which should address the root causes of armed conflict in a comprehensive manner and create a conducive environment for the protection and promotion of children's rights. South Africa welcomes the unwavering commitment of the Office of the Special Representative and of UNICEF in the implementation of the monitoring and reporting mechanism, which will go a long way in addressing the recruitment and use of children and other violations committed in armed conflict.”

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  14. “The international donor community should continue to provide long-term and sustainable assistance to facilitate such programmes. On our part, South Africa has ratified the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child on the involvement of children in armed conflict. The Optional Protocol sets the minimum age for direct participation in hostilities, for recruitment into armed groups and for compulsory recruitment by Governments at 18 years. Furthermore, our national children's act and national defence force policy are in line with the Optional Protocol, in that they define the age of majority as 18 years, which is also in line with the South African Constitution. The children's act recognizes the need for special care and protection from harm, abuse and neglect of children.”

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  15. “We are also concerned that a substantial number of countries and situations where children are involved in armed conflict are on the African continent. We welcome the improvement of the conditions of children involved in armed conflict in some areas, such as in Burundi. We call on parties that remain on the list to follow the example of those States and entities that have adopted specific action plans to improve the situation. South Africa is deeply concerned about recently reported additional violations in emerging conflicts, such as in Cote d'Ivoire and Libya. We call upon affected Governments, with the assistance of civil society and the international donor community, to develop and implement concrete plans to address the challenge of children affected by armed conflict.”

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  16. “In that regard, we welcome the expansion of the trigger mechanism for punitive measures against those committing recurrent attacks on schools and hospitals. We are concerned about the emerging trend of such attacks. We call on all parties involved in conflict to abide by international humanitarian law and to refrain from attacks against civilian targets, particularly those where children might be present. South Africa is concerned that, despite the positive efforts of the international community to address the challenges faced by children in armed conflict, parties continue to commit violations against children. In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Palestine, Afghanistan and elsewhere, children continue to be casualties of war and their rights continue to be violated.”

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  17. “We thus remain steadfast in our firm commitment to eradicating the recruitment and use of children in armed conflict. Significant progress has been made since the compilation by Graca Machel in 1996 of the first United Nations report on children affected by armed conflict (A/51/306). South Africa is pleased that the issue of children and armed conflict continues to receive the attention it deserves on the agenda of the United Nations in general and the Security Council in particular. We are encouraged that the Council has identified six grave violations committed against children in armed conflict. Our country believes that each should be given equal weight and attention by the Council.”

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  18. “We would like to take this opportunity, Mr. President, to thank you for presiding over today's meeting and your delegation for having organized this important debate. We thank Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon; Ms. Radhika Coomaraswamy, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict; and Mr. Anthony Lake, Executive Director of UNICEF, for their respective briefings. We also welcome resolution 1998 (2011), which has just been adopted. South Africa remains deeply concerned about the plight of children in armed conflict. Children involved in armed conflict are deprived of the opportunity to grow up in an environment where they can realize their full potential. South Africa is particularly concerned that thousands of children continue to bear arms as soldiers and that many also suffer as victims in armed conflict.”

    2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581 (2011) · source