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Raguttahalli

lines on the record: 599
first: 2021-05-25
most recent: 2023-10-24
sittings or episodes: 111
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“India remains steadfast in its support for the people of Mali in their quest for enduring peace, security and development.”
2022-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9154 (2022) · source
“Those counter-terrorism operations need to be undertaken by the national security forces, which command a better understanding of the terrain and local dynamics. We also encourage the Mission to augment its resources to meet the shortfalls arising from the withdrawal of international forces from Mali. In conclusion, the crisis in Mali is rooted in systemic multidimensional challenges. The long-standing shortcomings in the administrative, constitutional and security setup cannot be addressed in the absence of political stability. A lasting solution to the Malian crisis can be achieved only through a Mali-owned and -led political process that is inclusive and representative. It is important that the international community stand in solidarity with the people of Mali in these challenging times.”
2022-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9154 (2022) · source
“That is a dangerous escalation and cannot be ignored. The challenge of terrorism in Mali needs to be accorded high priority and treated with the same level of urgency as other global hotspots that face the scourge of international terrorism. In that regard, the counter-terrorism operations conducted by countries in the region should be coordinated to enhance their overall effectiveness. The role of MINUSMA remains critical in helping Mali to achieve stability. The Mission continues to operate in an increasingly dangerous asymmetric threat environment. While we appreciate the efforts taken to address safety and security issues concerning United Nations peacekeepers, it is equally important not to burden MINUSMA with direct counter-terrorism- related operations.”
2022-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9154 (2022) · source
“In addition, the extension of State authority, particularly the civilian and security apparatus, should be given priority, given the worsening security situation. Terrorist groups, such as Jama’a Nusrat ul-Islam wa al-Muslimin and Islamic State in the Greater Sahara, who are indoctrinated with the terrorist ideologies of Al-Qaida and the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant, have continued to gain ground in Mali. While the Malian Defence and Security Forces have been deployed in the north, they have not been able to stop those terrorist groups from expanding to the west and south of Mali, including to urban centres. Reprisal attacks have increased in recent months targeting the civilian population as well. That has been elaborated in detail by the Special Representative of the Secretary- General in his briefing.”
2022-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9154 (2022) · source
“We believe those measures provide a solid foundation for the transition process and for the restoration of civilian order at the end of the transition period in 2024. We join others in appreciating the steadfast engagement of ECOWAS in Mali. The implementation of the 2015 Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali remains fundamental for lasting peace in northern Mali. In that regard, we welcome the high-level meeting held in August and the Agreement Monitoring Committee session held on 2 September. Those meetings have brought together the signatory movements and transitional authorities. A decision on the integration of ex-combatants in two phases, if implemented in a timely manner, should positively contribute to peace and stability in northern Mali.”
2022-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9154 (2022) · source
“We strongly condemn those attacks and call upon the Malian authorities to bring the perpetrators of such heinous crimes to justice and establish accountability for crimes committed against the United Nations peacekeepers. The ongoing efforts to expedite the transition process in Mali has made some significant progress in recent months, as mentioned in the Secretary-General’s report (S/2022/731). The Malian authorities and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have agreed on the transitional time frame; the Electoral Law has been adopted; the Independent Authority for Election Management has been established; and the process of drafting a new constitution has begun. We welcome those positive developments.”
2022-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9154 (2022) · source
“I thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Mali and Head of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA), Mr. El-Ghassim Wane, for his briefing. I also welcome the presence of the Foreign Minister of Mali at today’s meeting. At the outset, allow me to express our deepest condolences to the bereaved families of four peacekeepers from Chad who lost their lives in an improvised explosive device attack a few days back. We also express our deepest condolences to the families of peacekeepers from other troop-contributing countries, namely, Egypt, Guinea and Jordan, who lost their lives in recent months.”
2022-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9154 (2022) · source
“We enjoy long-standing relations with Haiti and its people. In the past, we have contributed to capacity-building and training initiatives in Haiti, and we stand ready to do so again in our collective quest to help our Haitian brothers and sisters in their hour of need.”
2022-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9153 (2022) · source
“We are now working with other Council members to address the issue of gang violence, which in turn is exacerbating every other problem faced by the Haitian people. We continue to believe that no solutions to the political, socioeconomic and security crises will emerge without the direct involvement of Haitian stakeholders and the support of Haiti’s neighbours. We therefore welcome the engagement of regional partners, the Caribbean Community and Haiti’s neighbour, the Dominican Republic, on issues of immediate concern, including capacity-building initiatives for the Haitian National Police and controlling the flow of small arms and light weapons into Haiti. India firmly believes in the need for sustained efforts by Haiti and its international partners, including in the Council, to reverse the current situation.”
2022-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9153 (2022) · source
“We have also noted the response from the Secretary-General, who in a statement issued on the same day urged the international community, including the members of the Security Council, to consider the request by the Haitian Government as a matter of urgency (S/2022/747). We continue to believe that in order for the security solutions for Haiti to be sustainable, they must be Haitian-owned and -led. Capacity-building for the Haitian National Police must remain a priority. In July the Council unanimously adopted resolution 2645 (2022), renewing the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti’s mandate for one more year. At the time we worked with other delegations to suggest an increase in the number of police and correction units.”
2022-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9153 (2022) · source
“The persistent gang-related violence and kidnappings, including in the capital of Port-au- Prince, have worsened the general insecurity. United Nations programmes are on hold due to roadblocks, demonstrations and limited access to fuel. We are also closely monitoring the situation concerning Indian citizens currently in areas affected by violence in Haiti from our Embassy in the Dominican Republic. We noted the letter from the Haitian authorities requesting the immediate deployment of an international specialized force to address the security and humanitarian crises, including the cholera outbreak.”
2022-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9153 (2022) · source
“I join others in thanking the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for her remarks. I welcome the presence of the Foreign Ministers of Haiti and the Dominican Republic, as well as the Permanent Representative of Belize, in the Council today, and thank the Permanent Observer of the International Organization of la Francophonie for participating in this meeting. At our previous meeting on Haiti three weeks ago (see S/PV.9136), we expressed our concern about the political and security situation, which has remained precarious. It is deeply troubling that there have been no signs of improvement since then. The political impasse has been further compounded by economic stagnation and a troubling humanitarian situation. A recent outbreak of cholera threatens to make an already dire situation worse.”
2022-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9153 (2022) · source
“As a long- standing friend of the Colombian people, we hope that the international community will continue to shoulder its responsibility to support the people and Government of Colombia in their journey to consolidate and sustain peace. India stands ready to play its part in that larger pursuit.”
2022-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9151 (2022) · source
“We hope that positive trend will continue in the coming months and help to consolidate the gains achieved thus far. We believe the prioritization of rural reforms aimed at increasing employment and livelihood opportunities is fundamental to sustaining peace. There is also a need for more effective measures, both in Colombia and in the region, to tackle the issue of drug trafficking to sustain peace and stability in Colombia. Separately, we also welcome the steps taken by the Government of Colombia to improve relations with Venezuela. India values its bilateral ties with Colombia, with whom we share a relationship spanning more than six decades. Over the years, our bilateral relations have deepened and diversified in areas such as space, health, science, technology and biotechnology.”
2022-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9151 (2022) · source
“We believe that the solutions to issues such as security, rural reforms, crop substitution and the rehabilitation of ex-combatants are intrinsically linked to political reforms, decentralization, the extension of State authority and reconciliation. We appreciate that, despite facing several challenges, the Colombian authorities are making progress on addressing the security, housing and land guarantees enshrined in the peace agreement. The new Government has also underscored the importance of broadening the implementation of the peace agreement by including more parties in the process. In that regard, we welcome the renewed initiative to engage with the Ejército de Liberación Nacional as part of the reconciliation initiatives. We also note the recent legislation approved by Congress and the agrarian reforms.”
2022-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9151 (2022) · source
“While the greater gender inclusivity and indigenous representation in the new Government and Parliament are welcome developments, the comprehensive implementation of the Final Agreement’s interrelated elements represents an opportunity for the new Government to address the persisting inequalities and the underlying factors behind the continuing violence. We also must be aware that the objectives of the peace agreement are ambitious and, therefore, their realization will require time. While we appreciate the positive developments that Colombia has witnessed in the past few years, we remain cognizant of the impediments to the implementation of the peace agreement that remain.”
2022-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9151 (2022) · source
“I thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Carlos Ruiz Massieu for updating the Security Council on the recent developments in Colombia. I also thank the Chair of the Peacebuilding Commission, Mr. Muhammad Abdul Muhith, for his statement, as well as the civil society representative, Ms. Moreno Barco, for her insights. I also welcome the presence of the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Colombia at today’s meeting. Since our most recent meeting in July (see S/PV.9094), we are happy to note that a peaceful transition has taken place in Colombia and a new President was sworn into office on 7 August. That peaceful transition is a testament to the successful implementation of the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace, which we continue to support.”
2022-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9151 (2022) · source
“It is imperative to maintain the momentum and move towards an early and mutually satisfactory conclusion to this important humanitarian issue. Let me conclude by reiterating the importance of the sense of urgency required for Iraq’s political leaders to overcome divisions, set aside partisanship and attempt to put the interests of the people of Iraq at the forefront. An end to the political deadlock is urgently required to meet people’s aspirations and hopes and secure their safe and prosperous future.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“The deadly clashes of 29 and 30 August serve as a timely reminder and highlight the urgency of addressing the issue within Iraq’s constitutional framework. The repeated violations of Iraq’s sovereignty under the pretext of counter-terrorism operations must end. We condemn all such acts and call on Iraq’s neighbours to work with the Iraqi authorities to address all the security challenges they face. Despite its internal challenges, Iraq continues to be a positive contributor to regional stability and friendly relations. We welcome Iraq’s efforts and constructive role in promoting regional talks aimed at strengthening security and stability in the region. We also welcome the cooperation between the Governments of Iraq and Kuwait towards achieving an amicable solution to the issue of missing persons and the return of Kuwaiti properties.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“A peaceful dialogue on a constructive way forward is the need of the hour. In that regard. we welcome the convening of a national dialogue among Iraq’s political leaders and parties. Constructive engagement by all parties in the dialogue will be a critical first step in avoiding further political deadlock and violence. The ongoing political instability also affects the security situation in Iraq, which continues to be fragile and volatile. We are deeply concerned about the continued terrorist attacks by the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant. Terrorist forces must not be permitted to exploit the current political vacuum in the country. The continued possession of arms and weapons in large quantities outside State control is a matter of grave concern. It poses a serious challenge to stability in Iraq.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“I thank Ms. Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Iraq, for her briefing. We appreciate the work of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq and fully support the Special Representative’s efforts. I also welcome the participation of the Permanent Representative of Iraq in today’s meeting. Nearly a year after the holding of peaceful, free and fair parliamentary elections, the people of Iraq still do not have an elected Government. The continuing political impasse has a direct impact on the people of Iraq, who have already endured immense challenges in the past two decades, from terrorism to economic hardship. India urges all the political parties to rise above their differences and assume greater responsibility for overcoming the current stalemate.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“If left unchecked, the current situation has the potential to further exacerbate those circumstances, and we would support calls for an independent and objective investigation in that regard. India strongly reiterates the need for an immediate cessation of all hostilities and a return to dialogue and diplomacy. We have consistently reiterated that the global order is anchored in international law, the Charter of the United Nations and respect for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of States.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9144 (2022) · source
“I thank the Assistant Secretary-General and the other two briefers for their statements. We are closely following developments with regard to the evolving situation. We continue to urge those involved to exercise restraint and refrain from engaging in any activity that could disrupt peace and stability. Any targeting of civilian infrastructure and facilities must be avoided. The present incidents have the potential to impact stability in Europe and beyond, as well as to negatively affect the environment. Since the beginning of the Ukraine conflict, the global South has been disproportionately affected by its consequences, including those related to the food, fuel and energy crisis.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9144 (2022) · source
“Through development partnership, including in critical infrastructure projects and capacity-building programmes, India remains steadfast in assisting the people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in their pursuit of lasting peace, stability and development.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“We also reiterate that all components of the peacekeeping mission must be equally and impartially assessed given their interlinkages. We also continue to call for the implementation of resolution 2589 (2021), on ensuring accountability for crimes against peacekeepers. The Democratic Republic of the Congo is at a crucial juncture. A peaceful and stable Democratic Republic of the Congo will contribute immensely to the peace and development of the region. The country’s leadership must stay the course and continue providing impetus to the political peace process. India’s commitment to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and its people dates back to 1961, when India sent its peacekeepers to protect the territorial integrity of the newly independent country. Our commitment since has only become stronger.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“We also welcome the progress made towards laying the ground for the upcoming elections to be held in 2023. We hope political actors will work towards building consensus on key aspects of the electoral process and towards increasing the meaningful participation of Congolese women in the country’s political and peace processes. While the closure of MONUSCO’s field offices in Tanganyika in June went as planned, the situation on the ground should guide MONUSCO’s eventual drawdown to ensure that gains made in violence-prone provinces are consolidated. The transition and eventual exit of MONUSCO must be gradual, responsible and orderly. The shortcomings reflected in the update on transition benchmarks need to be addressed, in coordination with the Democratic Republic of the Congo authorities.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“We look forward to the complete details of the deployment, particularly concerning the timelines, the concept of operations and coordination with MONUSCO troops. We also underscore the importance of proactive and purposeful regional initiatives prioritizing the development and demobilization of armed groups in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo and mediation efforts for the cessation of hostilities. The success of the Disarmament, Demobilization, Community Recovery and Stabilization Programme is crucial for the broader political process that is under way. That cannot be overemphasized. But getting armed groups to lay down their weapons and commit to the peace process will require strengthening the community reintegration pillar.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“We have consistently highlighted that position in our interventions in the Council and with the Secretariat as well. The calls for a robust mandate for MONUSCO have fed into the ongoing disinformation campaign against United Nations peacekeepers. As a result, peacekeepers were attacked by the agitating population and armed elements, resulting in avoidable killing of peacekeepers and civilians. We reiterate our strong condemnation of attacks against peacekeepers and hope that the Democratic Republic of the Congo Government will bring the perpetrators to justice. We also hope the Mission leadership accords primacy to addressing the political challenges impeding MONUSCO’s effective mandate fulfilment. In that context, the deployment of the East African Community joint regional force is a positive development.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“As one of the largest troop-contributing Countries in MONUSCO, we are deeply concerned at the recent turn of events. The increasing activities of armed groups, particularly the Mouvement du 23 mars, among others such as the Allied Democratic Forces, the Coopérative pour le développement du Congo, the Forces démocratiques de libération du Rwanda, Mayi-Mayi and so forth, call into question the overall approach towards conflict resolution in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The complex set of factors that contribute to the situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo require a comprehensive political solution, not a military one. It is important to draw the right lessons from the recent history of the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“I thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Bintou Keita for her update on the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) and the situation in the country. I also thank Mr. Emery Mudinga for sharing his insights with us, as well as the Permanent Representative of Gabon for his briefing on the activities of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1533 (2004), concerning the Democratic Republic of the Congo. I welcome the presence of the Permanent Representatives of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda and Burundi at today’s briefing. Over the past few months, the Council has met several times to discuss the security situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, particularly the relentless attacks against peacekeepers.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“India has consistently maintained that any investigation into the use of chemical weapons must be impartial, credible and objective. We have repeatedly cautioned against the possibility of terrorist entities and individuals gaining access to chemical weapons, including in the region. Therefore, any allegation of the use of chemical weapons needs to be dealt with the utmost attention. India continues to believe that progress on other tracks would also help in facilitating the overall political peace process in Syria, as advocated by resolution 2254 (2015)”
2022-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9141 (2022) · source
“I will be brief in my remarks. At the outset, I would like to thank the Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, Mrs. Izumi Nakamitsu, for her update. We note the consistent lack of progress on this track of discussions on Syria in the Security Council. We continue to encourage sustained engagement between Syria and the Technical Secretariat of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons to resolve all outstanding issues. India attaches a high level of importance to the Chemical Weapons Convention and stands for its full, effective and non-discriminatory implementation. India is against the use of chemical weapons by anybody, anywhere, at any time and under any circumstance.”
2022-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9141 (2022) · source
“India is cognizant of the challenges South Sudan is facing in its pursuit of peace and stability. Both before and during the pandemic, we delivered humanitarian assistance to the country in the form of food grains and medicines. The artificial-limb fitment camp we organized in Juba last year benefited more than 500 amputees. We are also providing a wide range of capacity-building courses to the young people of South Sudan. In conclusion, we will continue to support South Sudan and its people in their journey towards securing sustainable peace and a prosperous future.”
2022-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9134 (2022) · source
“Apart from its core mandate of protecting civilians and providing medical services, the Indian contingent in UNMISS is also contributing to promoting sustainable development and the people’s welfare. Over the years, the Indian peacekeepers have gone beyond the call of duty by undertaking a variety of social activities in that regard. The United Nations has consistently acknowledged our peacekeepers’ contributions. It is also a matter of pride for my delegation that Lieutenant General Mohan Subramanian, who recently took charge, is the second consecutive UNMISS Force Commander from India. We believe that during this transformative phase South Sudan requires the wholehearted support of the international community, including the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, the African Union and the United Nations.”
2022-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9134 (2022) · source
“In that regard, we take note of the role of UNMISS in protecting the civilians at the Malakal site and in mitigating the intercommunal conflict. We have also noted the improved communication between UNMISS and the Government and the integrated and cross-Mission approach, including the setting up of temporary operational bases. We appreciate the Mission’s efforts to assist rule-of-law and accountability institutions by supporting special courts, mobile courts and the development of a framework for victim and witness protection programmes. The recent creation of the Ministry of Peacebuilding in South Sudan will help to ensure that peacebuilding needs are better understood. India has been one of the largest troop-contributing countries to UNMISS since the Mission’s establishment. We currently have nearly 2,300 troops serving in South Sudan.”
2022-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9134 (2022) · source
“We have noted the Special Representative of the Secretary- General’s calls to the Government of South Sudan to redouble efforts to agree on a road map with clear benchmarks, timelines and priorities to pave the way for free, fair and credible elections. Concerns about public finance management and corruption should also be addressed as a top priority. The humanitarian situation, however, remains a matter of concern. The international community, including the United Nations, must step up its efforts in support of South Sudan. We appreciate the efforts of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) to deliver humanitarian assistance to those in need, particularly in the flood-affected areas. The safety and security of the thousands of civilians caught in the recent clashes between rival groups in Upper Nile is a matter of concern.”
2022-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9134 (2022) · source
“We also welcome the agreement reached between President Salva Kiir and First Vice-President Riek Machar whereby all the parties to the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan should participate in the governance structures of the administrative areas. Those developments are significant and should be duly recognized. We welcome the extension of the transitional period by another two years until February 2025, a measure agreed to by all the signatories to the Revitalized Peace Agreement. The Intergovernmental Authority on Development Partners Forum, of which India is a member State, was one of the 37 members of the Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission voting in favour of the extension of the transitional period.”
2022-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9134 (2022) · source
“Let me begin by thanking Special Representative of the Secretary-General Nicholas Haysom and civil-society representative Ms. Lilian Riziq for their informative briefings. I also welcome the presence of the Permanent Representative of South Sudan at today’s meeting. There have been some positive political and security developments in South Sudan in the past few months, as highlighted in the report of the Secretary- General (S/2022/689). We believe that the 30 August graduation ceremony of more than 21,000 unified forces builds on the recent political developments, including the completion of the formation of the reconstituted Transitional National Legislative Assembly.”
2022-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9134 (2022) · source
“We also noted the inaugural meeting of the Somali navy and coastguard working group, with the aim of enabling a coordinated approach in developing Somalia’s maritime sector. In conclusion, India will continue to support Somalia and its people to realize their collective aspirations for a stable, secure and peaceful future.”
2022-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9125 (2022) · source
“Amid the drought and the ensuing humanitarian crisis, we call on the international community to stand by Somalia in its hour of need. A stable security transition in Somalia demands firm leadership and collaboration between the Somali Government and the African Union. The consistent support of international partners in line with Somalia’s needs and expectations will be crucial at this stage. We welcome the recent initiatives taken by the Government of Somalia to implement the Somalia Transition Plan. We also welcome the work being done by the United Nations Support Office in Somalia and the United Nations Mine Action Service to assist the ATMIS transition, particularly with the Somali army and police on counter-IED operations.”
2022-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9125 (2022) · source
“India unequivocally condemns the terror attacks perpetrated by Al-Shabaab. Against that volatile security backdrop, the phased handover of security responsibilities from the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) to the Somali security forces will be critical and needs to be calibrated to avoid security gaps. It is imperative that the ongoing debate on addressing food security also focus on the severe drought in Somalia and the Horn of Africa. Addressing that dimension of food security in the appropriate forums is crucial, given its far-reaching detrimental consequences for over 1 million people who have been displaced in Somalia, with an estimated 45 per cent of the population facing acute food insecurity. Only 67 per cent of the $1.5 billion 2022 humanitarian response plan has been funded.”
2022-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9125 (2022) · source
“We also take note of the positive developments in relation to women’s empowerment, as stated in the report of the Secretary- General (S/2022/665), including the establishment of six women’s peace networks across the federal member states. However, the security situation in Somalia remains precarious and worrisome. The acts of terror perpetrated by Al-Shabaab continue in greater numbers and increasing force, with improvised explosive device (IED) attacks becoming commonplace. The deadly attacks on the Hayat Hotel on 19 August and in Somalia’s central region on 3 September are yet another grim reminder of terrorism’s existential threat to Somalia. Al-Shabaab’s incursions into Ethiopia and the clashes on the Somali-Ethiopian border in the Bakool region on 20 July attest to Al-Shabaab’s expanding scale of operations.”
2022-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9125 (2022) · source
“I thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General James Swan and Deputy Special Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission for Somalia Fiona Lortan for their briefings on the most recent developments in Somalia. I also thank Special Representative of the European Union for the Horn of Africa Annette Weber for her insights. I welcome the Permanent Representative of Somalia to today’s meeting. Following the successful conclusion of the elections in Somalia in May, the new Government of Somalia has taken concrete shape with the appointment of the Prime Minister and the Cabinet. The number of women in the Cabinet has also increased. Engagement with the federal member states has intensified, as highlighted by Special Representative Swan. We welcome those positive developments.”
2022-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9125 (2022) · source
“Mandating additional tasks that are to be carried out within existing resources would affect the overall effectiveness of UNIFIL. We do hope that this anomaly can be addressed sooner rather than later.”
2022-08-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9121 (2022) · source
“We welcome the resolution’s focus on addressing the key challenges faced by UNIFIL, restrictions on UNIFIL’s freedom of movement both on land and at sea, and denial of access to sites of its operational interest in a timely manner. The resolution also underscores the need to counter widespread misinformation about UNIFIL’s mandate and how the Interim Force can conduct its patrolling and operations, which is a positive development. Such misinformation not only adversely affects UNIFIL’s operational capabilities, but also poses a threat to the safety and security of its peacekeeping personnel. However, while we extend UNIFIL’s mandate, it is equally important that we provide its peacekeeping personnel with the required adequate resources for performing the tasks expected from them.”
2022-08-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9121 (2022) · source
“India voted in favour of the resolution to extend the mandate of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) (resolution 2650 (2022)), as we recognize and value the critical role played by UNIFIL in maintaining stability across the Blue Line, thereby contributing to regional stability. As one of the largest troop-contributing countries to UNIFIL, India remains steadfast in its support for the sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence of Lebanon. We thank the delegation of France for the important role it played in facilitating the negotiations on the resolution and in accommodating the various views of Council members.”
2022-08-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9121 (2022) · source
“The international community should continue to encourage the States concerned to have in place an inclusive and transparent process to establish accountability for serious violations of international law committed within its jurisdiction. The pursuit of accountability and justice cannot be linked to political expediencies. We continue to underscore that the overarching goal of any accountability process is to enable justice, promote reconciliation and achieve long-term peace. In that context, we remain confident that people of the Sudan will overcome the current challenges and continue to strive for a stable and prosperous future.”
2022-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9113 (2022) · source
“The parties to the Juba Peace Agreement have also agreed to establish a Truth and Reconciliation Commission in relation to Darfur and the Special Court for Darfur Crimes. The jurisdiction of that Special Court, which will include matters relating to genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes since 2002, is a step in the right direction. Regarding the situation in Darfur, the Secretary- General’s recent report (S/2022/400) noted progress on the start of the Darfur Permanent Ceasefire Committee, as well as in relation to the joint security- keeping force in Darfur, which was agreed in the Juba Peace Agreement. Lastly, accountability for serious violations of international law is a noble objective and needs to be pursued with due respect for the sovereign equality of States.”
2022-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9113 (2022) · source
“We continue to believe that the United Nations-facilitated intra-Sudanese political process needs to be Sudanese-led and guided by a constructive approach. The transition process should continue to address issues related to justice and accountability. We have welcomed the initiatives taken since May by the trilateral cooperation mechanism, which consists of the United Nations, the African Union and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, to launch indirect intra-Sudanese talks in order to end the political impasse. The transitional Government of the Sudan has shown readiness to address issues relating to transitional justice, including accountability for human rights violations, through a truth and reconciliation process.”
2022-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9113 (2022) · source
“Let me begin by thanking Mr. Karim Khan, Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, for presenting the thirty-fifth report on the situation in the Sudan, submitted pursuant to paragraph 8 of resolution 1593 (2005). I also welcome the presence of the Permanent Representative of the Sudan in today’s meeting. At the outset, I would like to place on record that India is not a signatory to the Rome Statute and is not a member of the International Criminal Court. We have noted the progress made in recent months, including the first trial in the case of Mr. Abd-Al-Rahman. We also take note of the Prosecutor’s recent visit to the Sudan. The developments in recent months reflect the inherent challenges in the political transition process in the Sudan.”
2022-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9113 (2022) · source