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lines on the record: 328
first: 2017-05-24
most recent: 2018-12-14
sittings or episodes: 49
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“Complementarity and cooperation between national jurisdictions and the Court are essential features of the Rome Statute. We wish to conclude by reiterating our steadfast support for the Court and the Office of the Prosecutor. Ms. Bensouda's unwavering commitment to justice is admirable, and we commend her for her continual fight for accountability, not least in these challenging times.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8425 (2018) · source
“We therefore repeat what we said during the briefing on the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals earlier this week (see S/PV.8416): that as regrettable as this situation is, what it also tells us is that the work of the international Court and Tribunals has real impact. The courts and the Tribunals were not established to serve or depend on any one country's interests. They were set up to see that justice is served for victims and to ensure accountability for perpetrators of the worst crimes known to humanity, and, naturally, they are uncomfortable for those who violate international law. The ICC is not targeted at any particular region or continent; it is impartial and goes wherever justice is most in danger. It is a Court of last resort that complements and does not replace national courts.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8425 (2018) · source
“The international community's recognition of the fact that upholding human rights and pursuing justice are fundamental to a just and sustainable peace represents an acknowledgement, reflected by the actions of the United Nations and international criminal justice, that now forms part of the fabric of this Organization. This year's anniversaries remind us of how much we, through joint efforts, have achieved for the development of the international justice system. We should be proud, but, regrettably, our achievements have been clouded by increased pressure on and hostile rhetoric against the Court.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8425 (2018) · source
“We are also encouraged by her work on integrating a gender perspective and analysis into the Office's work, including policies on sexual and gender-based crimes, as well as children. This year has been a special year, as we celebrated the twentieth anniversary of the adoption of the Rome Statute. Only a few days ago, we also celebrated the seventieth anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide, which are both based on the idea of the inherent and inviolable rights of every individual and the need for individual criminal responsibility for mass atrocities.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8425 (2018) · source
“During Sweden's two years on the Council, we have followed the work of the ICC and the Prosecutor's Office closely. We have seen how the Court, through dedicated and efficient action, has taken significant steps to ensure accountability for perpetrators of the worst crimes known to humanity. The Court has continually contributed to the advancement of international criminal law, including by rendering landmark verdicts on the recruitment and use of children in armed conflict, which is a matter to which Sweden has paid particular attention during our time on the Council. We have also seen the tireless efforts made by the Prosecutor to engage the international community, not least the African Union and African States, and inform all Member States about the work of the Court. We commend the Prosecutor's outreach efforts.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8425 (2018) · source
“The Court's decisions must be respected. Turning to the current situation in Darfur, we welcome that the reported violence against civilians has declined and that the overall situation has continued to improve, as noted in the Prosecutor's report. However, we remain concerned about the reported sexual and gender-related violence, which remains a serious problem. A holistic approach to sustaining peace and addressing the root causes of instability, including by building effective rule of law institutions, is essential to addressing the remaining challenges. A sustained focus on peacebuilding and development activities remains critical, and in this regard we welcome the presidential statement adopted earlier this week on this very issue (S/PRST/2018/19).”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8425 (2018) · source
“Yet again, we call on the Government of the Sudan and all Member States to cooperate fully with the ICC, in accordance with resolution 1593 (2005), and to arrest individuals subject to arrest warrants. The Government of the Sudan must also take further steps to ensure justice for the women, men, girls and boys who have been victims ofhorrendous crimes during the conflict in Darfur. The issue of non-cooperation with the Court remains challenging. Without its own enforcement mechanism, the Court relies on States to fulfil its mandate, including by executing arrest warrants. The Council should approach cases of non-cooperation in a structured manner. We support the proposal made by France at our last briefing with regard to inviting Member States that have been found to be in non-compliance with the Court's orders to address the Council.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8425 (2018) · source
“I wish to thank Ms. Fatou Bensouda, Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), for her updates to the Council today. We welcome the important developments that have been made in the ongoing investigations, including the collection of evidence by the Darfur investigation team, since we last met on this item in June (see S/PV.8290). It is evident that the Office of the Prosecutor and relevant partners continue to make progress on this file. Member States, on the other hand, continue to fail in upholding their responsibilities. All suspects remain at large and the President of the Sudan continues to travel internationally, including to States parties to the Rome Statute that have an obligation to arrest and surrender suspects to the Court. The failure to implement the Court's orders is not only disappointing - it is disturbing.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8425 (2018) · source
“As part of that engagement, the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals can count on our continued support.”
2018-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8416 (2018) · source
“In this light, we want to once again commend the staff of the Mechanism for their high ethics and morale, their independence and their unwavering commitment to justice. Since this is Judge Meron's last briefing to the Council, we would especially like to thank him for all his contributions to the international justice system throughout his career, including as President of both the ICTY and the Mechanism. His presence here and his personal words serve as an important reminder of our joint commitment and responsibility to ensure the "never again". Finally, Sweden's commitment to an international rules-based order and justice system remains unwavering. The principles of seeking justice for Victims and ensuring accountability for perpetrators will be cornerstones of our international engagement also in the future.”
2018-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8416 (2018) · source
“Considering the hostile rhetoric against international courts and tribunals, one could wonder if accomplishments such as the establishment of the Tribunals for the Former Yugoslavia and Rwanda in the 1990s, the creation of the International Criminal Court in the beginning of the 2000s, and the establishment of the Residual Mechanism eight years ago would have been achievable today. As regrettable as this situation is, what it also tells us is that the courts and tribunals are having a real impact. The courts and the tribunals were not established to serve or depend on any one country's interests. They were set up to serve justice for victims and ensure accountability for the perpetrators of the worst crimes known to humankind. For this reason, it is only natural that they are uncomfortable for those who violate international law.”
2018-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8416 (2018) · source
“Over these past two years, we have not only worked on the extension of the mandate of the Mechanism, but have also witnessed the closure of the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY), which was indeed a historic event. The ICTY, as well as the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda, represented concrete advancements of the international criminal justice system. We cannot overestimate the role that these and other international criminal tribunals have played in the fight against impunity for the most horrendous crimes, such as genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes. At the same time, during our time on the Council we have also witnessed an international criminal justice system under increased pressure.”
2018-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8416 (2018) · source
“We welcome the continued efforts made to promote communication and cooperation between the Mechanism and the Governments of Rwanda and the States of the former Yugoslavia. The continued challenges in the reconciliation process in the Western Balkans, as noted in the Prosecutor's report, are concerning. The Mechanism must continue to address this situation in the communication with the States of the former Yugoslavia. During our two years on the Council, Sweden has followed the work of the Mechanism very closely. As this is our last meeting on this topic before leaving the Council, let me just briefly share some reflections.”
2018-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8416 (2018) · source
“To avoid any delays in the implementation of the mandate and ensure sufficient quality of the work conducted, the Mechanism must be given the required resources. We note that, according to the report, it remains unclear how long the function for the protection of victims and witnesses would need to remain operational, and we again stress how important this work is. To achieve results, cooperation with the Mechanism remains of the utmost importance. Sweden is one of the countries that has received convicted individuals for the enforcement of their sentences. We reiterate our call on Member States to also assist the Mechanism in the arrest of the fugitives who remain at large.”
2018-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8416 (2018) · source
“We also reiterate our satisfaction with the achieved gender parity among the professional staff. It is evident that the Mechanism has done its share in ensuring gender parity. However, we, the Member States, have failed in doing our part. The continued lack of gender parity among the judges of the Mechanism is disappointing, and we regret the absence of female candidates in the upcoming election ofjudges. Let us do better ahead of possible future elections. The strained budgetary situation also remains a concern, not least because it risks contributing to the loss of institutional memory, as highlighted in the report (see S/2018/1033). We note that the biennial budget approved by the General Assembly in July did not even amount to half of the budget proposed by the Mechanism.”
2018-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8416 (2018) · source
“I thank Judge Meron and Prosecutor Brammertz for their comprehensive updates this morning. Sweden welcomes the developments and progress made by the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals since the last briefing (see S/PV.8278) and the extension of the mandate in June. We are pleased to see that the Mechanism has been working on implementing the recommendations that were presented in the evaluation report of the Office of Internal Oversight Services earlier this year. We particularly welcome the implementation of the recommendation regarding gender-related matters. It is important that the Registry is now reviewing how the policies related to the support and protection of victims and witnesses can better reflect gender- sensitive and gender-appropriate approaches.”
2018-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8416 (2018) · source
“In order to capture best practices and further deepen the dialogue between the Security Council and the PBC, Sweden has presented a draft presidential statement on the Commission's support to the Council's efforts on sustaining peace. We look forward to Council members' constructive engagement on that initiative. Sweden will continue its cooperation for successful transitions and reconstruction and, by doing so, also remains committed to the sustaining peace agenda.”
2018-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8413 (2018) · source
“The PBC is a key adviser to the Security Council when it comes to sustaining peace. The Commission can convene actors for broader peacebuilding perspectives spanning across the peace and security-human rights- development nexus. It can also assist with regional approaches, work to strengthen national ownership and develop partnerships for innovative solutions. In its current role as coordinator between the Security Council and the Peacebuilding Commission, Sweden has worked to deepen the dialogue between the two bodies. The PBC has made important progress on targeted context-specific advice and engagement in transitions and mandate discussions. We believe that there is broad support for consolidating those gains and solidifying the cooperation between the Council and the PBC.”
2018-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8413 (2018) · source
“It is all there. We know what needs to be done, and we have to do it. In line with the sustaining peace resolutions, we must move away from the sequential approach to conflict, which often results in silos of conflict prevention, humanitarian action, human rights, peacekeeping, peacebuilding, the rule of law and development. And, of course, the women and peace and security agenda is not an add-on, but must be universally integrated if sustaining peace is to be achieved. We thank the Secretary-General for constantly reminding us how critical it is to link the three fundamental pillars of the United Nations, namely, peace and security, development and human rights. To end where I started - with the Peacebuilding Commission - the PBC is well placed to contribute to this holistic approach; it should be better utilized.”
2018-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8413 (2018) · source
“It builds on the notion that a well-functioning social dialogue and sound industrial relations are key elements for coming to terms with a wide array of societal challenges by forging trust and paving the way for inclusive growth. As part of recovering, it will at some stage also be important to gain capacity to participate in the international trading system in a free, equitable and sustainable way. To eradicate poverty and promote sustainable and inclusive growth and development, we need more trade, not less. As the Secretary-General pointed out earlier, we need a holistic approach. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, as well as the African Union's Agenda 2063 and the sustaining peace resolutions, offers that framework for long-term approaches to building societal resilience and tackling the root causes of conflict.”
2018-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8413 (2018) · source
“The joint United Nations-World Bank report Pathways for Peace: Inclusive Approaches to Preventing Violent Conflict identifies exclusion, inequality and power imbalances as principal causes of conflict and violence. In many countries, growing inequalities fuel social unrest and impede sustainable economic growth. Consequently, policies that strive towards equality, in its broadest sense, create more peaceful societies. As the economy starts to grow again in the aftermath of conflict, it is important to pay attention to rising economic inequalities. Sweden has introduced the multi-stakeholder initiative Global Deal for Decent Work and Inclusive Growth, developed in cooperation with the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development and the International Labour Organization.”
2018-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8413 (2018) · source
“The commitment, as formulated in the Action for Peacekeeping initiative, to support United Nations agencies, funds and programmes is also critical. As Chair of the Liberia configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC), Sweden had the honour to work with Liberia through its transition. As the peacekeeping mission withdrew, the PBC worked to support and enhance national ownership, as well as to sustain international attention, including by mobilizing financial and political support. Many important lessons were learned from the transition in Liberia, and the PBC can now also function as an important platform to share those lessons. Peace and security must not be seen in isolation, but rather as closely connected to socioeconomic factors that drive both resilience and fragility.”
2018-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8413 (2018) · source
“The foundation for such restoration and reconstruction is laid by peacekeeping operations. Formulating appropriate mandates with a comprehensive political solution at the core is key. An exit plan anchored in national development planning processes to ensure national ownership needs to be formulated at an early stage of the mission. Integrated work across the United Nations system is also needed to ensure that transitions are just that - a transition rather than a termination of one kind of support and possibly the beginning of another for reconstruction. Predictable and coherent peacebuilding during and after transitions, including how we finance the system, is another vital part of a comprehensive approach. The Peacebuilding Fund is an important tool in that regard.”
2018-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8413 (2018) · source
“Your experiences have also been valuable for our work in the Security Council, including in our joint work regarding the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel. Post-conflict reconstruction and transition can be successful only in the context of broader political, economic and social reforms. As this debate has illustrated, there is a multitude of challenges that need to be addressed, including the effects of sexual and gender-based violence. The resulting trauma, stigma, poverty and poor health can echo across generations. In response, socioeconomic integration support is necessary to restore community cohesion. Ensuring justice and reparations for victims remains crucial across the board, as well as being a key component in restoring the fabric of society.”
2018-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8413 (2018) · source
“I wish to join others in expressing our condolences to the people of the United States for the loss of former President George Herbert Walker Bush. (spoke in French) I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for having organized this debate on post-conflict reconstruction. (spoke in English) I would also like to thank the Secretary-General and the Chairperson of the African Union Commission for their insightful remarks. Let me start by commending the Government and the people of Cote d'Ivoire for their resilience and efforts to restore peace and stability and boost economic growth. Positive stories like your country's, Mr. President, are rare and far apart, but they serve as an important source of hope and guidance to many.”
2018-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8413 (2018) · source
“Let me underline that there can be no doubt that Russia has international legal obligations to refrain from blocking access to Ukrainian ports in the Azov Sea and elsewhere, as well as to respect Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe principles and commitments. We call on Russia to respect Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity and its navigational rights.”
2018-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8410 (2018) · source
“Russia's unwarranted and disproportionate checks of ships passing through the Strait has been ongoing for months already. We regret that Russia has ignored the calls from Ukraine and the international community to abide by international law and allow free passage through the Kerch Strait and instead has opted to escalate the situation further. In a situation that is already tense, this behaviour is deeply irresponsible. As a first step, the naval vessels and crew members who have been detained should be immediately and unconditionally released. This would be an important step towards de- escalation. We urge Russia to act in accordance with international law.”
2018-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8410 (2018) · source
“Sweden is deeply concerned about the escalation in the Sea of Azov and the Kerch Strait. Blocking maritime traffic to and from Ukrainian ports, using military force, is a serious violation of international law. This violation comes against the backdrop of the illegal annexation of Crimea and Sevastopol in 2014 and the finalization of the bridge across the Kerch Strait earlier this year, both blatant violations of Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity. We fully support the Ukrainian request for a Council meeting in the light of the latest developments. Any other country would have done the same and would have expected the issue to be handled as the threat to international peace and security that it constitutes.”
2018-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8410 (2018) · source
“We spend a large amount of time in this Chamber discussing devastating crises on the African continent. Today is an opportunity to focus solely on cooperation and solutions, and on how our respective efforts can yield better results ifwe join forces. Moving forward on this agenda will require our substantial and sustained political investment, and we look forward to doing our part.”
2018-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8407 (2018) · source
“But it will still be important to ensure continued political will and leadership in order to implement the regional action plan. The support to the Network of African Women in Conflict Prevention and Mediation, FemWise-Africa, to promote women's role, inclusion and leadership in peace processes is encouraging, as is the work carried out by the African Women Leaders Network to build on and harness women's participation throughout the region. Triangular partnerships beyond the AU and the United Nations should also be further explored. The European Union has been a long-standing supporter of the AU's peace operations, not least in Somalia and the Sahel, where we have close collaboration with the AU, the EU and the United Nations. Further opportunities for trilateral collaborations should be pursued.”
2018-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8407 (2018) · source
“That includes addressing the root causes of conflict in order to achieve structural prevention at the national level, and building effective, transparent and inclusive institutions. It requires scaling up efforts to address illicit financial flows and fight transnational organized crime, which exploit and exacerbate State fragility. Mitigating the effects of climate change is also crucial. We commend the commitment of the African Union to implementing Agenda 2063 as a means to ensure peace, stability and prosperity in Africa, efforts that clearly embody African leadership and ownership. The women and peace and security agenda remains a particularly vital area, and the AU has already taken important steps to advance its implementation.”
2018-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8407 (2018) · source
“However, additional financial and political support is needed to realize the full potential of the AU-United Nations partnership. We welcome the discussions on the proposals pertaining to financing that are laid out in the Secretary-Generals report (S/2018/678), including the use of assessed United Nations contributions. We are encouraged by the collaborative work on strengthening the oversight and accountability of AU-led peace operations, including the ongoing work to strengthen and ensure compliance with human rights and international humanitarian law, as well as the conduct and discipline frameworks of the United Nations and the AU. Our joint efforts to enhance African capabilities must go beyond strengthening military responses. Holistic approaches across the conflict cycles are needed for sustaining peace.”
2018-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8407 (2018) · source
“We believe that our two Councils should build on our successful July meeting (see S/PV.8306) and follow suit by conducting similar joint visits to enhance shared analysis of the situations on our agendas. We commend the work carried out by the AU to enhance its capacity for preventing, mediating and settling conflicts on the African continent, including by strengthening the African Peace and Security Architecture. The launch of the AU Peace Fund at the AU Summit last week with the mobilization of $60 million is a particularly important step for enhancing self- reliance and the financing of the AU's own activities, and represents concrete progress on the institutional reform agenda. Perspectives from civil society remain crucial to those efforts.”
2018-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8407 (2018) · source
“Peace is best pursued in partnership. Sweden has been a long-standing supporter of an enhanced strategic partnership between the United Nations and regional and subregional organizations in Africa. We welcome the renewed momentum and concrete steps taken to advance thatpartnership, not least thanks to the dedicated leadership of the organizations involved. Last week we saw first-hand evidence of that closer cooperation through the briefing on the joint visit to South Sudan by Under-Secretary-General Lacroix and Commissioner Chergui (see S/PV.8403), accompanied by Executive Director Mlambo-Ngcuka of UN-Women. That represents a concrete example of how cooperation at the subregional, regional and global levels can generate results that will contribute to peace.”
2018-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8407 (2018) · source
“Let me start by joining others in expressing my sincere condolences to the families of the peacekeepers who lost their lives in the Democratic Republic of the Congo a few days ago. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General and the Commissioner for Peace and Security of the African Union (AU) for their insightful briefings this morning. I align myself with the statement to be delivered on behalf of the European Union (EU) later today. Today's challenges to security and development are increasingly interconnected. Climate change, inequality, terrorism and violent extremism are pertinent examples. African countries face security threats and risks that have clear implications beyond the African continent. Supporting and further strengthening African capabilities to deal with those challenges is therefore essential.”
2018-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8407 (2018) · source
“We would like to encourage the Secretary-General to continue his ambitious reform agenda and his focus on bringing us together and truly work multilaterally towards sustaining peace, the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and the Paris Agreement. Members can count on Sweden's continued firm commitment to multilateralism and to the United Nations.”
2018-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8395 (2018) · source
“To achieve that, all members of the Council must do their utmost to ensure that it can fulfil its responsibility as stipulated by the United Nations Charter. We call for a renewed discussion on limiting the use of the veto, since its use is ultimately crippling the United Nations. We also need a Council that better reflects the realities of today's world through enhanced African representation, as well as Asian and Latin American representation. We also need a shift in narrative. We should not only defend multilateralism but go on the offensive. Let us enhance it so that it is utilized to its full potential.”
2018-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8395 (2018) · source
“As members of the Security Council, we need to do better in meeting our responsibilities under the United Nations Charter to maintain international peace and security. We need to work harder to overcome our differences and come together in united responses to effectively address the many difficult issues on our agenda. Our working methods should be more results- oriented and focus on taking meaningful decisions that make a difference to people's lives on the ground. That is not only our responsibility under the Charter but also to all members of the General Assembly. However, first and foremost, we owe it to the people affected by conflict, oppression, poverty and climate change throughout the world.”
2018-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8395 (2018) · source
“The United Nations system is a global public good, and it is in our shared strategic interest to keep investing in it. The long-term gains from doing so are far greater than any short-term costs. It is therefore imperative that we continue to support the implementation of the Secretary-General's reforms of the United Nations system at a time when they are needed more than ever. Those reforms offer an unprecedented opportunity to make the United Nations more flexible and effective and better equipped to respond to current and emerging challenges. That is the recipe for enhancing trust and confidence in multilateralism. Not least, the ongoing reform process is a key opportunity to ensure that a gender perspective is integrated into all aspects of the work of the United Nations system.”
2018-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8395 (2018) · source
“The International Court of Justice is fundamental to upholding and clarifying the rules of international law, including its role in maintaining and promoting the rule of law. As a deterrent to international crimes and a force against impunity, the International Criminal Court plays a key role in preventing conflict. Finally, we need a United Nations in tune with our times that is relevant and legitimate to all. There is no more effective way to build and maintain trust and confidence in multilateralism and the United Nations system than delivering concrete results in the areas of peace, security and development where it matters the most for the millions of women, men, boys and girls who live in the shadow of war and poverty.”
2018-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8395 (2018) · source
“That is not merely a question of political will but a legal obligation to be fulfilled in good faith. Above all, it is a duty to humanity. The international legal system founded on human rights, democracy and the principles of the rule of law must be constantly defended. That has become particularly clear in the light of the repressive and reactionary trend that we see in several parts of the world today, where in particular the protection and promotion of human rights are increasingly being called into question. In the context of prevention, the provisions on pacific settlement of disputes, as laid out in Chapter VI of the Charter, also contain powerful instruments to resolve disputes based on the rule of law and before they escalate into serious conflicts.”
2018-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8395 (2018) · source
“The Charter of the United Nations was drafted against the backdrop of a collapse of the international order and a surge in nationalism, which led to war and human suffering. Although the threats look different today, the faith in humankind's ability to unite for peace and overcome differences remains at the heart of multilateralism. We, the Members of the United Nations, have already committed to the principles of the Charter. It is contingent upon each Member State to abide by and defend the rules-based international order that it prescribes. In order to effectively prevent and resolve threats to international peace and security, cooperation continues to be the only way forward. We must shoulder our joint responsibility to uphold international law, including human rights. It is no less vital today than 70 years ago.”
2018-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8395 (2018) · source
“The repeated use of chemical weapons and worrying tendencies regarding nuclear capabilities and doctrines paint an ominous picture. Safeguarding the non-use norms must be an overarching priority and remains a crucial component of prevention. To that end, every effort must be made to ensure a successful Review Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons in 2020. The Council should also stand behind the Securing Our Common Future: An Agenda for Disarmament initiative, launched earlier this year by the Secretary- General, and increased high-level United Nations engagement. Secondly, we need to keep the Charter of the United Nations and international law at the core of our cooperation.”
2018-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8395 (2018) · source
“Let me highlight three key aspects that we believe need to be the focus to strengthen multilateralism and the role of the United Nations. First, we must embrace prevention. For the Council to be able to fulfil its task we need to act on the full range of threats to international peace and security. We need to be better at identifying risks and root causes of conflicts, and we must ensure that our response is comprehensive. Early warnings must also lead to early action. A better understanding of climate-related security risks is an obvious example. The global norms against the use of weapons of mass destruction are indispensable pillars of the global disarmament and non-proliferation regime that protect us against the dangers of nuclear, biological and chemical weapons and their horrific consequences for humanity.”
2018-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8395 (2018) · source
“We already have the norms and structures - we are now living at a time for action and implementation. Fortunately, the evidence is clear - we can do it if we put our minds to it. The recent substantial multilateral achievements - the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the Paris Agreement and the sustaining peace agenda - are all powerful illustrations of what can be achieved through multilateral cooperation, as are the rules-based multilateral world trade system upheld by the World Trade Organization. Not least, we have encouraging examples from all over the world, where collaboration and cooperation on all issues, from peacekeeping to climate action, have resulted in a better life and hope for the future for so many. Such achievements must never be degraded to mere ink on paper. We owe it to the people to deliver results.”
2018-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8395 (2018) · source
“Multilateralism also represents an end in itself, as it embodies humankind's commitments to coexistence and cooperation. Ultimately, multilateralism is how we unite for peace and alleviate human suffering. However, multilateralism and the United Nations are also increasingly under pressure. Short-sighted and narrow interests stand ready to exploit the Organization's shortcomings. Failure to deliver on our commitments for peace, security and development risks turning them into empty words, paving the way for cynicism and polarization. The risks, challenges and threats of our time require joint action. Climate change, weapons of mass destruction, terrorism and violent extremism all have consequences that go beyond the scope of any single State. Multilateral cooperation is required.”
2018-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8395 (2018) · source
“I align myself with the statements to be delivered on behalf of the European Union and the Nordic countries. I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for organizing this timely debate on a subject that engages not only us at the United Nations but also communities and people worldwide. As our world becomes increasingly interconnected and interdependent, we must constantly reflect on the fundamental purpose of our cooperation here at the United Nations. Let me also thank the Secretary-General and our other briefers this morning. A rules-based international order and multilateral cooperation, with the United Nations at its core, are perhaps more important than ever. Those are cornerstones of Swedish foreign policy, as well as the Common Foreign and Security Policy of the European Union.”
2018-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8395 (2018) · source
“Finally, United Nations police will continue to carry the dual role of providing security and protection, as well as supporting the reform, restructuring and development of rule-of-law institutions. The protection of civilians is crucially important. As the Organization is set on moving from conflict response to conflict prevention, the capacity-building role will be further highlighted. It is high time that we act in support of increased police expertise in the United Nations decision-making processes. By making the best possible use of the different instruments that United Nations policing can provide, we will be one step closer to sustaining peace.”
2018-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8393 (2018) · source
“Inclusive and responsive peace operations also require a gender-balance in the cadre of peacekeepers. More than one third of the police officers Sweden today contributes to United Nations peace operations are women. It is equally important to ensure the participation of women in local outreach and projects, as also highlighted in the United Nations Mission in South Sudan briefing on gender-responsive policing. In addition, to ensure an effective policing response, it is important that all our officers be well trained and held accountable for their conduct. We look forward to the forthcoming report of the Secretary-General on policing and to continuing the discussion on mainstreaming policing in the United Nations prevention activities and in the peace and security pillar.”
2018-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8393 (2018) · source
“The decision-making process must be informed by relevant policing expertise, and we need adequate platforms for delivering policing advice. To make full use of United Nations policing and for the Police Division to be able to provide strategic direction on police issues to the Council, the Secretariat and other elements of the United Nations system, the Police Division must be adequately placed in the structures and the United Nations Police Adviser must have the right level to ensure access to relevant decision-making discussions. Sweden strongly supports the Secretary-General's Action for Peacekeeping initiative and will continue to be involved in the work going forward. Ensuring an adequate reflection of the different components of peace operations will be important.”
2018-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8393 (2018) · source