YouSaid · the spoken record

Samson

lines on the record
73
first
2015-06-18
most recent
2023-12-15
sittings or episodes
13
sources
un-security-council

Every line below is reproduced as it was said and linked to the record it came from. Nothing here is summarised or generated. Directory · Search · Corrections

  1. “We welcome the Horus plan and encourage its further implementation in coordination with other national efforts to restore State authority. That includes strengthening civilian institutions and the provision of services. Improving the security situation is a first step towards the sustainable development of such areas and a peaceful future for its inhabitants. The problematic security situation in former conflict areas has also led to an increase in threats and acts of violence against community and social leaders and human rights defenders. Their protection should be a key priority, particularly given the upcoming elections. We appreciate the Colombian Government's increased efforts to ensure that, which should translate into an improved security situation on the ground.”

    2018-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8238 (2018) · source

  2. “The first is on the need to improve the security situation; the second is on the need for the inclusive reintegration of former members of the Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia- Ejercito del Pueblo (FARC-EP) and the full and effective participation of women in the peace process; and the third is on the importance of a new ceasefire between the Government and the Ejercito de Liberacion Nacional (ELN). First, I would like to highlight the importance of improving the security situation in former conflict areas. Significant progress has been made so far. However, sustainable peace can be achieved only once the civilians living in those areas can benefit from the peace dividend. The Kingdom of the Netherlands is concerned about new armed-group activity in those areas.”

    2018-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8238 (2018) · source

  3. “I also want to express our sincere appreciation for the presence of Vice-President Naranjo Trujillo and Foreign Minister Holguin Cuellar with us here today. Their presence demonstrates the ongoing commitment of their Government to continuing to pursue peace. The peace process is transforming Colombia. The participation of the Fuerza Alternativa Revolucionaria del Comun (FARC) political party in the peaceful democratic parliamentary elections held on 11 March was a milestone, and we congratulate all stakeholders on the progress achieved. I would like to make three points today.”

    2018-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8238 (2018) · source

  4. “At the outset, on behalf of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, I would like to express our deep condolences to the family, loved ones and colleagues at the Permanent Mission of C6te d'Ivoire on the sudden passing of Ambassador Bernard Tanoh-Boutchoue. He will be sorely missed as a colleague and friend who was truly committed to the values of the United Nations and the work of the Security Council. Turning to Colombia, I would like to start by thanking Mr. Arnault, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, for his clear and detailed briefing. We commend him and the United Nations Verification Mission for the excellent work that they are doing and assure them of our full support.”

    2018-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8238 (2018) · source

  5. “The Kingdom of the Netherlands remains dedicated to supporting Afghanistan throughout the transformation decade. During its membership of the Security Council in 2018, the Kingdom of the Netherlands will continue to support Afghanistan with the same vision and commitment.”

    2017-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7980 (2017) · source

  6. “UNAMA's regional presence is crucial for its success, and we emphasize the need for a strong regional United Nations presence throughout the country. We hope that the UNAMA review will support that notion and safeguard UNAMA's regional presence in Afghanistan. We would like to underline the importance of UNAMA's role in regional political cooperation. We support UNAMA as it takes on a stronger role in such processes. We would also like to underscore our appreciation for UNAMA's thorough reporting on the human rights situation and on civilian casualties. In conclusion, the international community should not waver and should remain fully committed to the situation in Afghanistan. UNAMA is a key partner in achieving long-term stability in Afghanistan.”

    2017-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7980 (2017) · source

  7. “We applaud the results of the fourth Kabul National Symposium on Afghan Women, held on the theme "Afghan Women: Messengers of Peace" on 15 May. We commend the leadership of Afghanistan's First Lady, Rula Ghani, in her efforts to increase the political participation of women in Afghanistan by boosting the number of women taking part in provincial councils and provincial peace councils. We call upon the Afghan Government and all stakeholders involved to implement resolution 1325 (2000) as a matter of the utmost priority. Thirdly, the Kingdom of the Netherlands strongly supports UNAMA'S work in accordance with its current nationwide mandate. We would like to reiterate our appreciation for the implementation of the broad United Nations mandate throughout Afghanistan.”

    2017-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7980 (2017) · source

  8. “We join others in calling upon all parties involved to cooperate within the framework of an Afghan-led and Afghan-owned peace and reconciliation process. The constructive engagement of regional partners is also of paramount importance. During the Kabul process on 6 June, President Ghani Ahmadzai reaffirmed his commitment to the peace process and to the start of a national dialogue. The Kingdom of the Netherlands welcomes his strong personal commitment. We commend President Ghani Ahmadzai for his efforts to encourage the meaningful participation of women, civil society organizations and young Afghans in the process. If all Afghans are represented in the peace talks - formal or informal - sustainable peace can be reached. However, there will be no peace in Afghanistan without the active participation of women.”

    2017-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7980 (2017) · source

  9. “First, the attack on the army base in Mazar-i-Sharif and the recent attacks in Kabul are a stark reminder of the suffering that the Afghan people and the Afghan National Defence and Security Forces have had to endure in ever-greater numbers. The Kingdom of the Netherlands is deeply saddened by the loss of life. We express our condolences and support to all affected by such violence. In such challenging security conditions, good governance and political stability are essential for maintaining nationwide stability. We continue to stand with the National Unity Government in facing those challenges. Secondly, in order to realize long-term stability in the region, peace talks remain an important objective.”

    2017-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7980 (2017) · source

  10. “Ithank you, Mr. President, for this opportunity to speak at today's debate on behalf of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. My delegation aligns itself with the statement to be made by the observer of the European Union and joins others in thanking the Secretary-General for his detailed and thorough report (S/2017/508). I would also like to thank Special Representative Yamamoto for his dedicated work, and Ambassador Saikal for his statement. Allow me to focus on three issues: the security situation and political stability in Afghanistan; reconciliation and meaningful participation by women in Afghan society; and the review of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA).”

    2017-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7980 (2017) · source

  11. “Our continued support must go hand in hand with critical and meaningful reforms within the Afghan Government, as agreed on in the Tokyo Mutual Accountability Framework, so that self-reliance can indeed be achieved in this new era of increased Afghan ownership and leadership. In conclusion, I would like to take this opportunity to underline the continued support of the Netherlands for the role played by UNAMA, and to thank it for its ongoing constructive role in coordinating the international community's efforts and fulfilling its political mandate.”

    2015-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7467 (2015) · source

  12. “Since 2002, Afghanistan has been one of our most important partners in development cooperation, particularly in the areas of the rule of law, reconstruction and gender. We have been a trusted contributor to the World Bank's Afghanistan Reconstruction Trust Fund, supporting Afghan economic development, education, health care and governmental capacities. The Netherlands also contributes troops to NATO's Resolute Support Mission for training, advising and assisting in northern Afghanistan and Mazar-e-Sharif. We have sent staff to the European Union Police Mission training effort and to UNAMA, and we will continue to support the Afghan National Army and the Afghan National Police. As our Minister for Foreign Affairs said at the London Conference, the Netherlands will stand by the Afghan people in the years to come.”

    2015-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7467 (2015) · source

  13. “It has made some significant progress in furthering human rights, including women's rights, since its formation, for example by prohibiting the recruitment of children by the military and police forces and by addressing corruption within the justice sector, as well as through its nomination of the first female Supreme Court judge. Continued commitment is vital. The Netherlands is looking forward to the presentation of the Afghan national action plan on resolution 1325 (2000) and to the 100-day action plan of the Ministry of Women's Affairs. The Netherlands has been a long-time partner of Afghanistan, with a relationship stretching back more than a decade. We have been contributing in the area of security in the provinces of Baghlan, Uruzgan and Kunduz, and currently in Balkh province.”

    2015-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7467 (2015) · source

  14. “The National Unity Government presented its ambitious reform agenda, "Realizing self-reliance", during the London Conference. Since then, its appointment ofa full Cabinet has progressed slowly but steadily. However, with that now almost complete, we hope to soon be able to see reforms come to fruition. The Netherlands is looking forward to a draft of the refreshed Tokyo Mutual Accountability Framework in the run-up to the senior officials' meeting in Kabul on 5 September. The Framework should include the agreements from the 2012 Tokyo Declaration on Afghanistan, the Government's reform agenda and the various ministries' 100-day action plans. As the UNAMA report highlights, the National Unity Government is committed to sustainably improving the lives of women in Afghanistan.”

    2015-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7467 (2015) · source

  15. “The Netherlands strongly condemns that heinous assault, which, apart from the devastation and loss of human lives it has brought, is also an attack on the democratic process in Afghanistan. The Afghan national defence and security forces have been able to push back the insurgents, but Taliban pressure remains high in several provinces. In the long run, lasting stability and peace can be possible only through reconciliation. It is therefore laudable that the National Unity Government has taken the initiative to enter into peace talks with the Taliban. Important first steps have been taken. The Netherlands supports the National Unity Government's regional approach. We also hope to see the meaningful participation of Afghan women in the peace talks. Peace is essential for any further development in Afghanistan.”

    2015-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7467 (2015) · source

  16. “The Netherlands aligns itself with the statement delivered earlier by the observer of the European Union. I am grateful to the Secretary-General for his detailed and thorough report (S/2015/422) and would also like to thank Special Representative Haysom for his briefing and Ambassador Tanin for his statement. The latest report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) describes the sharp increase in armed clashes in a number of provinces resulting from the Taliban's spring offensive. The Kingdom of the Netherlands offers its condolences to the Afghan Government on the lives that have been lost in that offensive and in this morning's attack on the Afghan Parliament in Kabu, a stark reminder of the threat that Afghan civilians face on a daily basis.”

    2015-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7467 (2015) · source

  17. “Such initiatives directly contribute to a better situation for children in conflict and deserve strong support from all of us.”

    2015-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7466 (2015) · source

  18. “Children are specifically targeted by extremist groups, such as the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant and Boko Haram, indoctrinated with extremist ideology and then deployed as fighters. We should address those new threats and risks in an overall child-protection strategy and interrupt the cycle of abduction, indoctrination and recruitment of children. In conclusion, I should like to underline and reiterate our support for the Safe Schools Declaration and the underlying guidelines, which usefully complement existing international law and include incentives for all actors involved in armed conflict to respect student safety and the right to education. In addition, let me reiterate our strong support for the United Nations "Children, Not Soldiers" campaign. Momentum is building, and the goal of the campaign is within reach.”

    2015-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7466 (2015) · source

  19. “The Ongwen case at the International Criminal Court is an extreme example of an abductee who turned into a perpetrator. After being abducted at age 10, he rose through the ranks of the Lord's Resistance Army and became one of the top commanders and has now been indicted by the ICC for atrocious crimes. The dilemma of victims becoming perpetrators raises important questions about how to ensure accountability. More importantly, it confirms the importance of preventing abduction and child recruitment, as that can reinforce conflicts. As long as the root causes of conflicts are not addressed, children remain vulnerable to abduction and recruitment. We believe that children are often deliberately used as weapons in conflicts.”

    2015-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7466 (2015) · source

  20. “We need to ensure accountability for Violations of international humanitarian law in general and for violations that affect civilian populations and children in particular. Whereas the International Criminal Court (ICC) can play an important role, the primary responsibility to hold perpetrators accountable lies with States. Therefore, national capacity has to be strengthened where needed. We need to be aware of the fact that often perpetrators were once victims of abduction themselves. Tragically, in many cases abductees are recruited and become perpetrators themselves when they are forced to commit atrocities against their own families and friends. It is therefore crucial to consider alternative non-judicial measures and a comprehensive package of psycho-social support for children who escape from rebel groups.”

    2015-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7466 (2015) · source

  21. “We have a responsibility to take the necessary measures to safeguard children, especially in areas where rebel groups are active. When prevention fails, as it has in several cases mentioned in the annex to the Secretary-General's report on children in armed conflict (S/2015/409), the monitoring and reporting of abductions are crucial. The reference to such cases in the report of the Secretary- General provides a strong political signal. It forms the basis for condemning abductions and clearly shows the international community where to focus its efforts. We therefore reiterate our full support for designating abductions as a fifth criterion for listing in the annex to the Secretary-General's annual report.”

    2015-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7466 (2015) · source

  22. “Because of the abhorrent consequences of abduction, such as child recruitment and sexual exploitation, abductions should trigger increased attention from the international community. In this intervention I should like to focus on the link between the indoctrination and the recruitment of child soldiers and will touch upon prevention, monitoring and reporting and accountability. States are primarily responsible for protecting their populations from atrocity crimes. Special focus should be placed on protecting the most vulnerable groups, such as children. The Netherlands remains strongly committed to the principle of the responsibility to protect. We believe that prevention is at the core of the responsibility to protect. We have a growing tool- box of prevention instruments to work with, allowing for tailor-made approaches.”

    2015-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7466 (2015) · source

  23. “I should like to thank Malaysia, as President of the Council for this month, for organizing today's open debate. I should also like to thank today's briefers, in particular Special Representative Ms. Zerrougui, whom we wish to reassure of our continued strong support. The Netherlands aligns itself with the statement of the European Union. Each year thousands of children are abducted in armed conflicts, taken from their secure home environment, leaving behind destroyed families and destabilized communities. Their future is often filled with horrific crimes such as systematic violence, rape, indoctrination, forced conversion and forced recruitment as child soldiers. We need to step up our efforts to protect children, especially when they are the most vulnerable, that is, in armed conflict situations.”

    2015-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7466 (2015) · source