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Sadykov

lines on the record: 221
first: 2016-03-21
most recent: 2017-12-21
sittings or episodes: 41
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“Kazakhstan, for its part, will take all the necessary measures to implement the new resolution on foreign terrorist fighters in order to counter the threat of terrorism and radical ideologies. In conclusion, I would like to reiterate Kazakhstan's strong commitment to working with all partners in our region and with the international community to prevent and combat the activities of foreign terrorist fighters.”
2017-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8148 (2017) · source
“In the wake of recent developments in the successful liberation of the territories of Syria and Iraq from the terrorist group the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant, some terrorists are considering how to implement their evil intentions in their countries of origin or nationality or third countries. The international community has to take preventive, coordinated and effective countermeasures in that regard. One timely and important measure is to strengthen information exchange and the control of passenger traffic in order to identify foreign terrorist fighters. In that regard, the role of the International Civil Aviation Authority, INTERPOL and other international and regional organizations that have information on individuals involved in terrorist activities is significant.”
2017-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8148 (2017) · source
“Kazakhstan welcomes the adoption of the resolution 2396 (2017), which supplements resolution 2178 (2014), on complex measures to combat foreign terrorist fighters. We thank the United States for its initiative to consolidate the efforts of Member States with a view to preventing and suppressing the activities of foreign terrorist fighters. Resolution 2396 (2017) contains a number of new and important aspects that all States Members of the United Nations are called on to pay great attention to in the framework of ongoing regional and national activities in countering international terrorism.”
2017-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8148 (2017) · source
“We are also focusing on the region of Central Asia, with the aim of enacting regional inter-State legislation in the area of exports control, as well as focusing on a regional approach and collaboration with specialized organizations, such as the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and INTERPOL. We consider the United Nations Register of Conventional Arms to be the most important component of the export-control system, and therefore provide data on military expenditures on a regular basis. Kazakhstan recently ratified the Arms Trade Treaty and we will implement it on the national level. In that effort, I assure the Council of Kazakhstan's full commitment to other Member States and to the United Nations in order to achieve our common goals.”
2017-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8140 (2017) · source
“That will require work on harmonizing the relevant legal instruments, export- control programmes, mutual information-exchange and implementing joint law enforcement activities, including cooperation between customs and border guard units. Likewise, small arms and light weapon considerations should be an integral aspect of all sanctions committees, so as to prevent the illicit flow of weapons in and out of specific countries under sanctions regimes. Kazakhstan is constantly implementing strict control measures over manufacture, export and supply to mitigate any possible illicit proliferation of small arms and light weapons.”
2017-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8140 (2017) · source
“We also underscore the gender-based implications of the illegal trading in small arms and light weapons, which results in conflict-related deaths - with several thousand men, women and children killed each day. The small arms and light weapons dimension should become an integral part of the mandate of all peacekeeping missions of the United Nations and of the African Union. An adequate response to the issue will mitigate the impact that those weapons have on conflicts and will allow us to prevent unnecessary deaths and reduce terrorism and extremism. Peacekeeping operations should also include a comprehensive long-term programme of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration.”
2017-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8140 (2017) · source
“The age of booming digital technology requires greater control of trade in arms and arms trafficking on the Internet, in particular through the trading platforms of the dark web. In that context, we must fully support the Secretary-General's recommendations to overcome the multidimensional challenges encountered. Kazakhstan calls for closer collaboration, transparency, enhanced legislation and stricter control - not just at the national and regional levels but also at the international level. The ability to implement the Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects in each country will determine the global success.”
2017-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8140 (2017) · source
“The spread of illicit weapons impedes the goals of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and all other global processes aimed at achieving a sustainable and safer world. Therefore, action must be taken to prevent the illegal diversion of small arms and light weapons into the criminal sphere. The following measures must be applied in a universal manner: improving stockpile management, with adequate monitoring in terms of protection; controlling the sales, exports and imports of small arms and light weapons and related mediation; protecting military arsenals; disrupting the network of transnational organized syndicates and eliminating their weapon- storage sites; improving border control and customs mechanisms; and enhancing vigilance over the storage conditions of weapons.”
2017-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8140 (2017) · source
“I thank the Under- Secretary-General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, Ms. Nakamitsu, for her briefing and for highlighting the threat to peace and security posed by illicit trading in small arms and light weapons. The Secretary-General's report (S/2017/1025) also indicates that the poor regulation of such weapons is a key enabler of armed conflict and a means of sustaining it. Small arms and light weapons must therefore be seriously considered by the Security Council so that multilateral efforts aimed at preventing and combating the uncontrolled circulation of such weapons can be strengthened to reduce their excessive and destabilizing accumulation throughout the world.”
2017-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8140 (2017) · source
“It is also necessary to identify mutually acceptable principles to advance the peace process, as well as to develop a concept for future negotiations and the implementing mechanism. We therefore urge the leaders of Israel and Palestine to take concrete steps in their areas that will strengthen prospects for peace based on the inalienable right of the Palestinians to statehood and right of Israel to its own durable, long- term security.”
2017-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8139 (2017) · source
“Our delegation voted in favour of draft resolution S/2017/1060, which was introduced by Egypt. Kazakhstan's position on the Middle East peace process remains unchanged. My country urges the parties to maintain the historical status quo of Jerusalem in accordance with previously reached international agreements. We support negotiations aimed at achieving the two-State solution and stand for their early resumption, especially in a bilateral format and without preconditions. The ultimate goal should be the restoration and promotion of the peace process pursuant to the relevant Security Council resolutions, the Madrid principles, the principle of land for peace, the road map for peace and the Arab Peace Initiative.”
2017-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8139 (2017) · source
“We should rather support the Sudan's capacity to restore and promote the rule of law, address impunity, protect human rights and abide by the principles of international law. Finally, we underscore the significant role of the African Union and other regional organizations, as well as neighbouring countries, in resolving the crisis in Darfur. We therefore recommend that the united position of the African Union be taken into consideration and that we work to lay the foundation for a stable Sudan.”
2017-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8132 (2017) · source
“Kazakhstan is confident that inclusive dialogue, in accordance with the Doha Document for Peace in Darfur, is the only way to establish peace and stability in Darfur. We also commend the efforts of the African Union High-level Implementation Panel and UNAMID to accommodate non-signatories to the Doha Document in the political process. At the same time, it is necessary to respect the Government's ownership of the political process, as well as the sovereignty and independence of the Sudan, which are all crucial elements for long-term peace and reconciliation in Darfur. The international community should therefore avoid any measures that could affect the achievement of these objectives.”
2017-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8132 (2017) · source
“Khartoum's commitment to stability in Darfur has resulted in the lifting of economic sanctions imposed by the United States in 1997. We encourage the Government of the Sudan to make all necessary efforts to maintain that positive momentum and to strengthen its cooperation with the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) and the United Nations country team so as to achieve peace and prosperity for the entire Sudanese population. We also call on the Government to ensure dignified and durable solutions for the more than 2 million internally displaced persons in Darfur, a number that has remained unchanged since the previous report of the International Criminal Court (see S/PV.7963).”
2017-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8132 (2017) · source
“Our delegation thanks the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, Ms. Bensouda, for her briefing. We took note of the twenty-sixth report of the Office of the Prosecutor on the Court's recent work in implementing resolution 1593 (2005) on Darfur. Kazakhstan is pleased with the continued progress made with regard to the security and humanitarian situation in the Darfur area. We welcome the efforts of the Government of the Sudan to ensure humanitarian access to all areas in Darfur, as well as its close cooperation with the United Nations and the African Union. The trend of decreasing incidents involving intercommunal clashes is commendable, and the Government of the Sudan should continue its work in that area so as to further avoid all tensions.”
2017-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8132 (2017) · source
“Lastly, Kazakhstan will work with others in the regional and international community to foster constructive understanding among the various parties to the conflict, with a view to achieving the common goal of peace and security in South Sudan.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8115 (2017) · source
“At the same time, we need to ensure that the political negotiations to resolve the conflict in South Sudan are accompanied by efforts to address the complex causes of conflict and implement comprehensive strategies for the provision of international assistance in numerous areas, such as, inter alia, sustainable economic growth, education, health care, social services and the protection of the agriculture and rural livelihood sectors, including livestock. Most of all, intercommunal reconciliation is absolutely necessary. It can be fostered through joint livelihood projects that build trust and confidence among local populations. There can be no real progress unless women and young people are fully engaged and assume leadership in efforts to sustain peace at all levels, from the highest echelons to grass-roots levels.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8115 (2017) · source
“My country is concerned about the slow implementation of the peace agreement in South Sudan, since the agreement remains the only viable option for achieving sustainable peace. We appreciate the efforts of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development aimed at organizing the much-awaited high-level revitalization forum, which is now planned to be convened alongside the meeting of the organization's Council of Ministers in mid-December.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8115 (2017) · source
“I join previous speakers in thanking Assistant Secretary-General Keita for her comprehensive briefing on the situation on the ground in South Sudan. Like others, we are gravely concerned at the persistent clashes between parties in South Sudan, which are causing food insecurity in the country to escalate and the number ofrefugees, internally displaced persons and humanitarian-access incidents to increase. We are worried that the humanitarian situation will get even worse in the upcoming dry season as the economic situation continues to deteriorate. We express hope that the recent presidential decree calling for free movement for humanitarian organizations in the country will be instrumental in improving humanitarian access.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8115 (2017) · source
“At the same time, we must work to reach a settlement of the situation in Libya as quickly as possible through political reconciliation. Investment in development will help to reduce the migration flows across the country. In conclusion, Kazakhstan joins the United Nations and others in vehemently condemning these reprehensible activities and working to end such human indignities.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8114 (2017) · source
“This crisis will also require strict monitoring and implementing of appropriate measures by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, the International Organization for Migration, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, INTERPOL and Member States if we are to bring the operations of these smugglers and criminal gangs to a halt. We will therefore need even more determined international cooperation than we have now in order to clamp down on traffickers and smugglers and establish a concerted policy on migration. Along with that, we must increase all the possible opportunities for legal immigration and the full implementation of international conventions and the relevant Security Council resolutions.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8114 (2017) · source
“As the Secretary-General indicated in his statement last week (see S/PV.8111), slavery has no place in our world. Such actions are among the most egregious abuses of human rights today and may amount to crimes against humanity. Kazakhstanjoins the call to see that the situation is investigated and the perpetrators brought to justice as soon as possible. My delegation welcomes the Libyan authorities' confirmation that they will be conducting investigations aimed at officially prosecuting and punishing all those involved in such heinous crimes.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8114 (2017) · source
“We would like to thank the briefers for their comprehensive depiction of the dire situation of migrants and refugees in Libya. We also appreciate our French colleagues' efforts to initiate today's briefing. This month alone we have had as many as three Council meetings on Libya, including with regard to the situation of migrants. The frequency and intensity of these deliberations are a clear indication of the need to ensure that more attention is paid to this grave humanitarian problem, which is aggravated by gross violations of human rights. Hundreds of thousands of migrants and refugees are enduring abuse and detention in inhumane conditions. It is particularly alarming that migrants trying to reach Europe via North Africa are being sold at modern-day slave auctions by smugglers in Libya.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8114 (2017) · source
“The relevant Government agencies regularly check the activities of modelling, tourism and marriage agencies that offer travel and employment services abroad, and monitor mass media and the Internet to detect materials related to trafficking in persons and child pornography. We hope that today's dialogue will make a significant contribution in unifying the efforts made by States, international organizations and civil society, while helping to strengthen international activities, prosecute and punish criminals and protect victims of human trafficking. Kazakhstan, as a member of the Group of Friends United against Human Trafficking, supports all international efforts to counteract this form of modern slavery, and calls on all States to fully and effectively implement the United Nations Global Plan of Action to Combat Trafficking in Persons.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“It is important that our fight against this heinous crime be human-rights-centred. Kazakhstan is party to more than 60 multilateral treaties on human rights, including 13 directly related to counteracting contemporary forms of slavery. My country is committed to an integrated approach to address the scourge by taking full responsibility for implementation and fulfilling all obligations envisaged. Kazakhstan has taken decisive measures, including legislative actions, to counteract various aspects of human trafficking. They include establishing a national referral mechanism, joining efforts to protect the rights of trafficked persons, introducing social standards to assist victims and regulating the procedures for identifying victims of humantrafficking. Systematically, we carry out the Stop the Traffick preventive campaign.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“We see a need for strengthening cooperation between the United Nations, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), the African Union, the League of Arab State and other regional organizations that have done significant work in this area. At the regional level, Kazakhstan effectively interacts with the Commonwealth of Independent States through its programme on cooperation against human trafficking for the period 2014-2018, and with the OSCE as part of its Alliance against Trafficking in Persons. We have also initiated the Almaty process, which serves as a platform for nine countries of the region to annually step up their response and enhance cooperation with the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Refugees and the International Organization for Migration.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“Combating trafficking in persons demands that we first look to the root causes, namely, poverty, underdevelopment, unemployment and the lack of socioeconomic opportunities and security, especially in conflict situations. We need to consider normative, financial and technological advantages to address this problem. It is also essential to mobilize funding for poverty eradication, education and employment in countries affected by conflict, by mobilizing international as well as the domestic resources of such States. Peace and development are a solid foundation for a stable society and the rule of law.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“The Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant, Boko Haram, Al-Shabaab and other terrorist organizations are using trafficking and sexual violence as a weapon and tactic of terror, and we need to enhance our capabilities to fight them. Human trafficking is one of the most shocking challenges facing the international community. It affects all regions of the world, without exception, since every country is, or could become, an origin, transit or destination country for victims of that threat. We must be quite vigilant in ensuring that refugees, displaced persons and immigrants - particularly women and girls - are not recruited for human trafficking in armed conflicts.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“We also value the UNODC's able coordination of the Inter-Agency Coordination Group against Trafficking in Persons and the United Nations Voluntary Trust Fund for Victims of Trafficking in Persons, Especially Women and Children. We support strengthened coordination between the Inter-Agency Coordination Group against Trafficking in Persons and Member States so as to enhance the effectiveness of our response to the current challenges of human trafficking, at the global, national and regional levels. Comprehensive strict measures must be taken to ensure that trafficking in conflict situations does not lead to sexual slavery of women and girls, forced marriage or the most appalling human rights violations.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“With the alarming proportions this problem has assumed, we need to take urgent measures such as harmonizing legislation across countries, enacting new stricter legislation, bringing perpetrators to justice, ending all impunity, exercising more vigilant cross-border controls and intelligence sharing. It is important to freeze and block assets, as well as work closely with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and INTERPOL and their regional affiliates. While conforming to regional and international norms, we need to offer protection and appropriate assistance to persons affected by this brutal crime. We commend the tireless efforts and the application of best practices by the UNODC and other relevant United Nations system organizations in countering human trafficking.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“I thank the Italian presidency for convening this very important open debate in the Security Council and for initiating the adoption of today's resolution 2388 (2017) on this extremely vital issue. My delegation takes this opportunity to express its sincere gratitude to Secretary- General Guterres, Under-Secretary-General Fedotov, Mr. Chergui, Commissioner for Peace and Security of the African Union, as well as Ms. Giammarinaro, Special Rapporteur on trafficking in persons, especially women and children. Trafficking in persons in conflict situations remains an important matter for the international community. We therefore welcome the latest report of the Secretary- General's on this problem (S/2017/939), and urge that serious attention be paid to his recommendations.”
2017-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8111 (2017) · source
“Should there be a need with regard to mediation assistance in order to bring the two sides together and reconcile their divergent positions, Kazakhstan stands ready to take such an initiative. Time is of the essence, and we see a great need for all of us to arrive at a mutually satisfying path leading towards a unified vision for the future of the JIM.”
2017-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8107 (2017) · source
“As we said yesterday (see S/PV.8l()5), Kazakhstan attaches great importance to the continuation of the work of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons-United Nations Joint Investigative Mechanism (JIM). The possible ways of improving the structure and the mandate of the Mechanism are a subject worthy of further discussion and negotiations. In that regard, the proposed technical draft resolution has a special provision for the possibility of a break in the continued operation of the Mechanism, and is acceptable to my delegation. That is why we supported draft resolution S/2017/970. It is regrettable that we were unable to save the Joint Investigative Mechanism. My delegation calls on the parties concerned to continue dialogue so as to find common ground.”
2017-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8107 (2017) · source
“That is with specific reference to the situation in hospitals, where the time of registration of victims was not consistent with the actual time of the chemical attacks, as well as the cross-contamination admitted during the sampling process, which indicates discrepancies in the collection of evidence. There are also other inconsistencies present in the report. We are continuing to study the report, and at the same time, we once again confirm the importance of continuing such a serious and important investigation of chemical incidents in Syria. We call for unity and hope for a consensus decision of the Security Council on the timely extension of the mandate of the JIM.”
2017-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8090 (2017) · source
“also invested much work to identify the components of the poison agent sarin. At the same time, in our opinion, the conclusions about the Syrian Air Force involvement in the discharge of the aerial bomb with sarin in the Khan Shaykhun territory are not thoroughly convincing. On this occasion, we draw attention to the inconsistencies and contradictions in paragraphs 14, 15, 26, 5, 30 and 31 of the report. All unconfirmed facts in the report require additional explanations and strong evidence-based data. All that leads to the need to continue the investigation in order to clarify the real picture. On the other hand, we positively note that the Mechanism does not conceal the number of inconsistencies and shortcomings observed during the investigation.”
2017-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8090 (2017) · source
“Concerning the seventh report of the JIM, Kazakhstan is continuing to study the content of the report and this afternoon, we are only presenting our initial observations. For both of the investigated incidents, we have a number of issues on which we would like to receive additional expanded explanations. In particular regarding the incident in Umm Hawsh, it would be desirable to obtain more extensive information confirming the involvement of one group indicated in the report in the use of chemical weapons. With regard to the incident in Khan Shaykhun, we positively note the statement in the report of many circumstances in an attempt to fully reflect the events that took place there. The report fully proves the use of sarin and determines the exact date of the use and cases ofpoisoning of local residents with sarin. The JIM.”
2017-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8090 (2017) · source
“Secondly, the situation with regard to the non-proliferation regime in Syria not only leaves much to be desired but is also getting worse as chemical weapons are becoming increasingly accessible and uncontrollable. What is of grave concern is that all such crimes might remain unpunished. The international community must make every effort to prevent the recurrence of such crimes. Thirdly, all of the foregoing once against demonstrates the inability of the international community to take preventive measures and identify all cases involving the use of chemical weapons. We need to work on preserving and strengthening our investigative potential through proper procedures and sound methodologies. In that regard, we consider it important and necessary to continue the work of the Mechanism and support the timely extension of its mandate.”
2017-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8090 (2017) · source
“Kazakhstan is interested in the early resolution of the Syrian conflict and believes that any kind of confrontation on the chemical track impedes the achievement of peace and stability in the country and the region. All JIM. reports, including the most recent one (S/2017/904, annex), indicate the following important points. First, the use of chemical weapons in Syria continues. It must be stopped and condemned totally by the international community. The use of sarin, sulfur mustard and other poisonous substances has been irrefutably proven by the fact-finding mission of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) and the JIM.”
2017-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8090 (2017) · source
“I thank High Representative Nakamitsu and the Head of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons- United Nations Joint Investigative Mechanism (JIM), Mr. Mulet, for their comprehensive briefings. The issue of the use of chemical weapons in Syria remains one of the most pressing issues on the agenda of the Security Council, as well as for the entire international community. The position of Kazakhstan remains firm and consistent on that issue: we have always opposed the use of all forms ofweapons of mass destruction under any circumstances and by anyone. My country has always supported the fight against such atrocities, which, unfortunately, continue to take place in the twenty-first century.”
2017-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8090 (2017) · source
“Finally, Kazakhstan is strongly committed to reaching concrete outcomes on the issue of refugees with the United Nations and other Member States, based on fundamental principles of human dignity, justice and freedom.”
2017-11-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8083 (2017) · source
“My country has a long record of excellent collaboration with the relevant United Nations agencies, such as UNHCR and IOM, as well as with the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and others. To coordinate regional and international efforts to deal with the influx to, from and within Central Asia, Kazakhstan, in cooperation with UNHCR and IOM, initiated in 2011 the regional consultative Almaty process in order to create mechanisms to monitor irregular migration and devise new, coherent, comprehensive and differentiated policies. That regional initiative presently includes seven member States and two observers from our part of the world. It will expand in geographic scope with the increasing flow of populations across the region.”
2017-11-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8083 (2017) · source
“Together with investing in search and rescue operations and helping those in distress, all countries are expected to invesitgate and prosecute trafficking gangs that exploit refugees and migrants. We also need to fight xenophobia, racism and, inter-ethnic tensions that lead to hostilities and senseless expulsions of people. Kazakhstan has lessons to share based on its experience of holding three annual conferences of traditional and religious leaders of all religions, and establishing an assembly of Kazakh people that includes all ethnic and religious denominations, particularly youth, in order to foster unity and social harmony. Kazakhstan, together with its neighbours, is making every effort to develop and implement policies that ensure basic human rights throughout Central Asia.”
2017-11-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8083 (2017) · source
“Therefore, only a region and subregional approach would make concerted action across borders possible. The magnitude of the refugee crisis is so alarming that the international community has to step up to increase support for UNHCR and the International Organization for Migration (IOM). A determined effort would enable the setting up of a strong refugee system that offers asylum for legitimate claims and provides basic survival kits and supplements, even to families who host refugees. Nearly 84 per cent of refugees today are hosted by middle- and low-income countries. They need to be supported. Likewise, we should open up safe routes for refugees and initiative resettlement programmes. Similarly, saving lives should be our key goal, so that no one dies crossing a border or fleeing in a boat.”
2017-11-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8083 (2017) · source
“Additionally, the fight against terrorism must not lead to the killing ofcivilians or their expulsion, causing them to flee to other countries. Hospitals, ambulances, schools and critical energy, transport and communications infrastructure need to be protected to serve local populations. Intensive programmes should be initiated to enable refugees and internally displaced persons to return home. Addressing the Security Council last month, Secretary-General Guterres, quoting World Food Programme statistics, indicated that "a l per cent increase in food insecurity leads to a 2 per cent increase in refugees" (S/PV8069, p. 4). Conflict in one country places demands on its neighbours to provide food and basic services to refugees. That can lead to further instability, which affects the security of an entire region and beyond.”
2017-11-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8083 (2017) · source
“Training must be provided on the protection of refugees, women and children. Care must be taken to see that refugees in camps have adequate food and water and are not subject to forced labour, sexual abuse and exploitation. Understanding the root causes of displacement is necessary to long-term development and to strengthening the security-development nexus by investing in poverty reduction, education, job creation and basic services. Protection of civilians criteria must also be part of relevant sanction committees, and perpetrators must be brought to justice. We call upon all Member States to carry out all measures related to counter-terrorism, in full compliance with international law. It is equally critical to harmonize legislation and amend criminal codes accordingly.”
2017-11-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8083 (2017) · source
“The Astana platform supporting the Geneva process to mitigate the situation in Syria is a good illustration. The protection of civilians should be the key responsibility of Member States which in conflict areas must be helped with capacity-building in the rule of law, good governance, security sector reforms, promoting human rights and investing in development to create political, economic and social stability. It is therefore obvious that the protection of civilians should be an integral element of all multidimensional peacekeeping operations and political mission mandates. In addition, protection experts must be strategically positioned in all mission units and other mechanisms, working closely with United Nations country teams and the Governments of host countries, as well as with police- and troop-contributing countries.”
2017-11-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8083 (2017) · source
“1 thank the Italian presidency for highlighting the plight of refugees and United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Grandi for his comprehensive briefing. In the aftermath of the Second World War, most countries agreed to protect refugees under the 1951 Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees. However, this vision of a better world has eroded with the unfolding of a global unprecedented humanitarian crisis. We therefore need collective solutions, visionary leadership and global cooperation on a massive scale. Primary among these are the ending of conflicts, persecution, terrorism and violent extremism that force people to flee; the implementation of peace agreements; upholding ceasefires, and allowing humanitarian access.”
2017-11-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8083 (2017) · source
“Kazakhstan attaches great importance to achieving high performance standards and has therefore established its own peacekeeping training centre, KAZCENT, which has already been recognized as achieving international standards. We conduct courses on a regional basis and will work to attain the status of a regional training centre. Lastly, Kazakhstan stands ready to support effective peacekeeping and thereby further the mandate of the Council.”
2017-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8064 (2017) · source
“Kazakhstan would like to emphasize the importance of strengthening triangular consultations between the Security Council, troop- and police-contributing countries and the Secretariat, which will encourage shared responsibility for meaningful, inclusive and dynamic consultations and enhance their dialogue with host countries so that they can fully implement their peacekeeping mandate. Kazakhstan is committed to peacekeeping and will continue sending well-qualified military observers and increasing its contribution. Kazakhstan is currently preparing an infantry unit for participation in peacekeeping operation and exploring the possibilities for co-deployment to one of the United Nations peacekeeping operations. As an emerging troop- contributing country, we are constantly increasing our preparedness levels, as the DPKO has confirmed.”
2017-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8064 (2017) · source
“Such cooperation should be strengthened on the political, humanitarian, human rights and development fronts as well, as indicated in the agreement on the Joint United Nations- African Union Framework for Enhanced Partnership in Peace and Security, signed on 19 April. Collaboration with regional structures can also enable concerted action in tackling security challenges. The Security Council's recent adoption of resolution 2378 (2017) is a great step forward in the efforts to improve United Nations peacekeeping.”
2017-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8064 (2017) · source