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“We would first of all like to commend the Panel of Experts for its invaluable work and encourage it to pursue its investigation into breaches of the arms embargo and gross violations of human rights and international humanitarian law. The successful implementation of the sanctions regime clearly depends on close cooperation with countries of the region. We therefore call for coherence and coordination among all regional and international actors. The international community must send the signal that continuing gross violations of human rights and international humanitarian law, including sexual and gender-based violence, are unacceptable.”
2019-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8689 (2019) · source
“In addition, we join the call made by the Secretary- General for all parties to address the unacceptable levels of sexual and gender-based violence and hold accountable those responsible for violations of international humanitarian law and human rights. That is a key responsibility of the South Sudanese Government, which must build on the steps taken, with the support of UNMISS, regarding mobile courts and take measures to fully establish transitional justice, as stipulated in the Revitalized Peace Agreement. I would also like to highlight that sanctions against perpetrators are at the Council's disposal, and we should use them, where appropriate, in line with resolution 2467 (2019). Before I conclude, I will say a few words about the sanctions.”
2019-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8689 (2019) · source
“Turning to the humanitarian and the human rights situation, improving the situation of the civilian population remains our main priority, in particular unimpeded access for humanitarian actors and UNMISS and a tangible improvement in the human rights situation. It is a truism but the attacks on humanitarian workers must end immediately. We are also extremely concerned by reports of new recruitments, including of child soldiers, as well as reports of soldiers leaving cantonment sites due to the lack of food and resources. Measures to prevent and deter violence against civilians must be implemented.”
2019-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8689 (2019) · source
“We would also encourage IGAD to share its 50-day interim report and its recommendations with the Security Council in due course. With regard to German activities, very briefly, Germany has just made an additional contribution of [F5 million to the reconciliation, stabilization and resilience trust fund established by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and the United Nations country team, which supports community- based programmes that address underlying causes of conflict and provide socioeconomic incentives for peace. We certainly encourage others to join in that concrete peacebuilding effort.”
2019-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8689 (2019) · source
“As the representative of South Africa has just said, we also see that the regional actors remain absolutely crucial for making progress on these issues. It is essential that the pressure of the region on the parties to the conflict be maintained. We therefore very much welcome the fact that the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and, in particular, the Sudan and Uganda as guarantors of the peace agreement successfully mediated reaching a consensus among the parties as to how to continue the implementation of the peace agreement. The region, particularly IGAD and the African Union must remain committed, exert pressure on all sides and support the pursuit of solutions based on consensus between the parties.”
2019-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8689 (2019) · source
“We welcome the repeated personal meetings between President Kiir and Mr. Riek Machar and commend and take note of the statements recently issued by the opposition and the Government, as the Special Representative of the Secretary-General Shearer mentioned. However, at the same time, we see the need for concrete progress to be made on the implementation of the peace agreement, especially regarding the still unresolved substantive issues. We urge the parties to address key questions such as security arrangements, establishing the security services and, in particular, the number and boundaries of states. From our point of view, it is important not to lose the momentum but, ultimately, substance and inclusiveness are just as crucial to the sustainability of the peace process.”
2019-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8689 (2019) · source
“At the outset, let me thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General David Shearer and Ambassador Wronecka for their insightful briefings. I will first say a few words on the peace process, which clearly remains at an extremely critical juncture, as we have heard once again from Special Representative Shearer. While it is positive that the ceasefire has for the most part been respected, there are many outstanding critical tasks that need to be implemented. Those tasks, which are stipulated in the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan, must be implemented in order to overcome the lack of progress. We fully agree with the Secretary-General's assessment that now is the time to show political will during the 100-day extension period to form a transitional Government.”
2019-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8689 (2019) · source
“Before concluding, let me also take this opportunity to thank our colleagues from Peru for their extremely able and professional leadership in chairing the Informal Working Group on International Tribunals over the last two years.”
2019-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8681 (2019) · source
“Germany sincerely urges all States specifically called upon by the Prosecutor to follow requests by the Mechanism to assist in apprehending fugitives for whom arrest warrants have been issued. Every individual case counts, and, as members of this Council, we have to lead by good example. It remains critically important to ensure accountability and fight impunity. Accordingly, we support the request made by both the President and the Prosecutor ofthe Mechanism in this context this morning. Germany will continue to politically and financially support the Mechanism. We consider it very important for the legacy of the institution that the Court finish its courtroom activities in good order as it has done in previous years.”
2019-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8681 (2019) · source
“Despite the good work of the Mechanism, the issue of war crimes remains an open wound in the Western Balkans. We see with concern a rise in incendiary rhetoric and historical revisionism with regard to war crimes in the region, which is a major hurdle for much-needed reconciliation and also an impediment for strengthening good-neighbourly relations, especially between Kosovo and Serbia. We therefore urge political leaders in the region to actively work on ensuring accountability for war crimes and in promoting reconciliation. On the Mechanism's work relating to Rwanda, all States Members of the United Nations have the legal obligation to cooperate with the Office of the Prosecutor in its efforts to locate and apprehend the remaining fugitives.”
2019-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8681 (2019) · source
“Germany deems it highly important that the pending cases at the Mechanism are being completed and that war criminals are being held accountable. I should like to say a few words on the Mechanism's work relating to the countries of the former Yugoslavia. First, we should like to congratulate the President on the fact that the remaining cases from the ICTY appear to be on track. The Mechanism will keep its promise to finish these cases in time and to further downsize. This is yet another example ofthe impressive work that the Mechanism has accomplished. We will remain committed to cooperating with the Mechanism. Germany leads as an example and has accepted four convicted persons to serve their sentences in German prisons. Germany encourages other Member States to join us and accept the transfer of ICTY convicts into their appeals system.”
2019-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8681 (2019) · source
“Let me first ofall thank both the President and the Prosecutor of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals for their work in general and for their insightful presentations this morning. The work ofthe Tribunals is based on the conviction that there can be no peace without justice. Over the past decades there have been remarkable achievements in establishing accountability for the most serious crimes and supporting peace and reconciliation. The International Tribunals, complemented by national law-enforcement efforts, played a key role in ensuring this progress. The Mechanism completes the important work of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) and the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) in an efficient way.”
2019-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8681 (2019) · source
“Special status for Anglophone regions, for example, is a promising approach, but needs to be further substantiated. We also add that we very much appreciate Switzerland's mediation efforts and would also welcome regional and wider African engagement. Before concluding, I would like to reiterate that we strongly believe that we should keep an eye on the situation in Cameroon and consider further how UNOCA can contribute to resolving the conflict.”
2019-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8679 (2019) · source
“In addition, strategic cooperation with regional groups, especially ECCAS, should be strengthened. Together with UNOCA and the African Union, ECCAS can play an important role in preventive diplomacy. We would like to express particular concern about the deteriorating situation in Cameroon and its negative impact on the entire Central African region. We very much regret that the situation has not improved following the grand national dialogue and that violence, unfortunately, continues on both sides. We deplore the incident on 1 December of secessionists targeting a passenger aircraft with gunfire, which constitutes unacceptable violence against civilians. We urge the Government of Cameroon to swiftly publish and implement the recommendations of the grand national dialogue.”
2019-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8679 (2019) · source
“We would like to encourage UNOCA's close cooperation and coordination with other actors in the region, including other United Nations bodies, such as the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel or country offices, as well as more specialized bodies, including United Nations counter-terrorism bodies, like the Office of Counter-Terrorism or the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate. It is also important for UNOCA to work on addressing the effects of climate change in order to ensure stability and security in the region. At the same time, we believe that it should strengthen its focus on the women and peace and security agenda and support more inclusive political processes. The engagement of civil society is also critical.”
2019-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8679 (2019) · source
“I think it is worth noting, in this context, how many times the Special Representative referred to this nexus in his briefing and in how many different circumstances he considered this nexus to be relevant. We agree with his assessment. Of course, there are also other challenges, such as cross-border terrorism, particularly by the Lord's Resistance Army and Boko Haram, conflicts between farmers and herders, and small arms proliferation. Those threats destabilize the region, exacerbate the humanitarian crisis and undermine chances for political dialogue. We would like to underline that many of the issues at hand do not stop at national borders and have to be tackled jointly, which is why one of UNOCA's key tasks should be to promote regional integration through organizations such as the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS).”
2019-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8679 (2019) · source
“At the outset, let me too thank the Special Representative of the Secretary- General and Mr. Lezhnev for their insightful and comprehensive briefings and recommendations. I would like to start by commending the important work of the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa (UNOCA) in the Central African region. UNOCA plays a crucial role in stabilizing the region and is essential to preventing any further escalation. We would also like to expressly welcome the good offices role that the Special Representative can play. We also would like to express our concern about the precarious situation in the region, which continues to be beset by challenges, such as the effects of climate change on security and stability.”
2019-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8679 (2019) · source
“We would like to reiterate our full support for the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da'esh/ Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant and Special Adviser Karim Asad Ahmad Khan and his team. Accountability is a prerequisite for reconciliation and for the return of the remaining almost 1.5 million internally displaced persons in Iraq. Thirdly, and finally, we welcome the efforts by Iraq, Kuwait, the International Committee of the Red Cross and the Tripartite Commission and hope that further progress will be achieved on the important file of missing Kuwaiti nationals and property.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“We urge State authorities not only to allow them to express their grievances in a peaceful way but to seize this opportunity to engage with the next generation in order to create a brighter future for the country. Before concluding, I wish to refer briefly to three other important questions. First is the issue of relations between Baghdad and Erbil, as mentioned by many other speakers. We strongly encourage both sides to continue their intensive dialogue in order to further improve relations between the Federal Government and the Kurdistan Regional Government, and to find sustainable solutions for outstanding unresolved issues, especially with regard to oil-revenue sharing and security arrangements. Secondly, I wish to refer very briefly to our discussion last Tuesday on accountability (see S/PV.8675).”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“We welcome the efforts of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq to engage with a wide range of Iraqi stakeholders to discuss the different aspects of the reforms needed and the draft of a road map proposing concrete steps as a start for reforms based on these discussions. We join the Special Representative of the Secretary-General in her call for immediate action, and we call on all Iraqi parties to engage in constructive dialogue. Most of the protesters are young people demanding a better future and the overcoming of unemployment, the unequal provision of basic services and corruption.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“Germany stands ready to support Iraq in its work to address necessary reforms. We are already engaged in key sectors to enhance infrastructure, for example in the area of electricity supply, and to tackle issues like youth unemployment and administrative reform. Since 2014, we have contributed â‚¬2.2 billion to assist the country in its development. Stabilization, recovery and reconstruction can only succeed if all actors, including the Government of Iraq, intensify their efforts and expand their financial support.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“We must not forget the hundreds of thousands of peacefully protesting Iraqis who continue to raise serious and legitimate demands: the end of corruption, the stimulation of economic growth and employment, the provision of reliable public services, prudent and impartial governance, credible elections, and a broader reform of the political system, including amendments to the electoral law and the Constitution. Germany welcomes in particular the initial steps taken in the fight against corruption. As the Special Representative of the Secretary-General said in her briefing, anti-corruption measures will be key, and we urge all relevant parties to continue their efforts. The fight against corruption is crucial to building viable and responsive State institutions and to reviving public trust.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“Turning to the most recent events, I wish to say that we respectPrime MinisterAdilAbdAl-Mahdi's decision to offer his resignation as a step towards overcoming the current crisis. As a new Government is formed, it is vital that key reforms are swiftly implemented in order for State institutions to regain public trust and to address a climate of anger and disillusionment. This new Government must, while following constitutional processes, be formed rapidly. Time is ofthe essence, as we have heard today time and again.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“If such acts have indeed occurred, then they are clear violations of international humanitarian law and numerous resolutions of the Security Council. The last item on a long list of concerns that we see and express as a friend is that we note with concern reports about calls for the temporary closure of several television and radio stations. Together with repeated attacks on journalists by unidentified perpetrators, this represents a worrying deterioration in the freedom of the press in Iraq in the context of the ongoing protests. In our view, a free press forms the basis of an open, public debate and exchange of views, which is also a precondition for lasting stability and development.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“We therefore call on all sides to exercise restraint and to refrain from violence. As a friend of Iraq, Germany is deeply saddened to see that so many lives have been lost. We deplore the excessive use of force by security forces against protesters. The principles of necessity and proportionality must be respected, and all incidents in which the actions of security forces have resulted in death or injury should be promptly and transparently investigated. We are also deeply concerned by reports indicating unlawful arrests, killings and kidnappings, and we want to emphasize that any attempts to threaten and prevent people from exercising their fundamental rights to peaceful assembly and to freedom ofexpression are inexcusable. The same holds true for reports of the targeting and abduction of medical personnel in the context of the protests.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“At the outset, I join others in congratulating you, Madam President, on assuming the Council presidency for December, and thanking you for holding today's meeting in the sunlight. I should like first to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, Robert Mardini and Archbishop Bashar Matti Warda, for their insightful briefings. As many speakers before me have underlined, Iraq is today at a crossroads, and it is deeply troubling to note that protests that began with peaceful demonstrations have now led to the killing of more than 400 people and thousands more being injured as a result of violent clashes between protestors and security forces. I wish to repeat in this context what we have said many times: the right to peaceful protest as enshrined in the Iraqi Constitution must be guaranteed.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“Before concluding, let me also welcome the commitment of the Iraqi Government to pursuing justice and accountability. Justice is indispensable for national reconciliation and a peaceful and stable future. We are pleased that cooperation between the Iraqi Government and UNITAD is going very well and that it is receiving support from the highest political level.”
2019-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8675 (2019) · source
“Germany is encouraged by the fact that the exchange of information and support for the prosecution of ISIL crimes in other national jurisdictions is growing and bearing fruit. I would like to thank in particular the Investigative Team for entering into a fruitful exchange with German authorities with regard to ongoing investigations. Germany actively supports the work of UNITAD and has dispatched experienced personnel to the Investigative Team, in addition to the financial support that we provide for the Investigative Team. On a more general note, I would like to recall that building collective support for investigative mechanisms, such as UNITAD, is therefore one of the aims of the alliance against impunity that Foreign Minister Maas initiated during the high-level week of the General Assembly in September (see A/74/PV.6).”
2019-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8675 (2019) · source
“Khan and his team for the substantial expansion of their work over the past six months, which has focused on the three instances of particularly horrific crimes committed by ISIL: first, the attacks committed against the Yazidi community in Sinjar in August 2014; secondly, the crimes committed in Mosul between 2014 and 2016, including the execution of members of religious minorities, crimes involving sexual and gender-based violence and crimes against children; and thirdly, the mass killings ofunarmed Iraqi Air Force cadets from Tikrit in June 2014. We highly welcome the fact that the investigative activities have also been expanded to include crimes against Christian, Kaka'i, Shabak, Sunni and Turkmen communities.”
2019-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8675 (2019) · source
“The protection of human rights and the strengthening of the rule of law, which go along with the work of the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da'esh/Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (UNITAD) are equally key to achieving this objective. We commend Mr.”
2019-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8675 (2019) · source
“Let me also start by expressing our sincere condolences with respect to the 13 French soldiers who tragically lost their lives in Mali. Our thoughts and prayers are with their families and the people of France. Turning to today's theme and this morning's Security Council briefing, I would like to begin by sincerely thanking Mr. Kachi for his powerful and stark reminder of the horrific crimes and atrocities committed by the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL). I also thank Special Adviser Khan for his briefing and offer a more general thanks to him and his team for their hard work in supporting Iraq's justice system so as to hold perpetrators accountable and deliver justice. The importance of accountability for reconciliation in a society in a post-conflict situation cannot be overestimated and is absolutely crucial.”
2019-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8675 (2019) · source
“I would be interested in her views on a particular issue related to the upcoming elections. Given the number of challenges, most partners and experts appear to agree that a paper-based registration process seems more practical at this stage than a biometric one, and I would be very interested to know whether she agrees with that assessment and how she envisages taking things forward.”
2019-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8671 (2019) · source
“Drought and flooding, in addition to existing challenges, are a very heavy burden on Somali society. It is urgent that we continue current efforts to redress the growing food insecurity. We would like to encourage partners to continue operationalizing measures to address that nexus. The aggravating effects of climate change on Somalia's humanitarian situation and fragile statehood clearly demonstrate the challenges that climate change poses to regional stability and security, and we feel that it is high time for the Council to take due account of climate change as a factor relevant to peace and security. Before concluding, I would like to take this opportunity to ask Ms. Ibrahim, the Chair of the National Independent Electoral Commission, a question.”
2019-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8671 (2019) · source
“We are particularly saddened and shocked by the news that civil-society activist and former diplomat Almaas Elman was killed yesterday in the vicinity of Mogadishu airport. I extend our condolences to her family and the people ofSomalia. Another reminder of the challenging security situation is the fact that only last month the United Nations compound was again the target of an Al-Shabaab mortar attack, reminding us that the support provided by the United Nations and the African Union Mission in Somalia to the Somali authorities to fight Al-Shabaab, and their contribution to security and stability, remains absolutely crucial. Lastly, I would also like to say a word about the current humanitarian situation. Germany remains extremely concerned about the situation and its impact on civilians.”
2019-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8671 (2019) · source
“Let me also say that, with respect to the timeline that has been agreed, in our view any extension is not an option. It would put last year's achievements at risk, and therefore the current agreed timetable should absolutely be met. I would like to briefly refer to two or three other areas that are also very important to us. First of all, as many briefers have mentioned, the current political situation with regard to the states of Galmudug and Jubaland is an obstacle to further progress and must be tackled through dialogue and compromise. The political processes must do some major catching up in view of the 2020 elections. My second point is about the security situation, which, unfortunately and obviously, continues to remain a huge challenge despite considerable progress achieved in the security sector.”
2019-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8671 (2019) · source
“Because present- day power-sharing models before the next democratic elections have, to a large extent, excluded women and some marginal groups, such one-person one-vote elections are is absolutely critical from our point of View. For this to become a reality, two conditions must be met: first, the timely adoption of the electoral code by the end of the year, which is in five weeks, and, secondly, a broad consensus across the political spectrum on the modalities of its implementation. Let me also say that we attach great importance to the vital role of the National Independent Electoral Commission. Germany has supported the Commission financially, and we would like to assure it of our continued political support for its very important and difficult work.”
2019-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8671 (2019) · source
“Unfortunately, we have not seen sufficient progress since the Somalia Partnership Forum, and we think that coordination meetings should be resumed swiftly and take place regularly in order to resolve the outstanding issues. Turning to the elections - the first democratic elections since 1969, as we have been reminded by our briefers - Germany underscores that credible, free and fair elections in 2020 and 2021 are absolutely key; this is obviously one of the most important tasks ahead for the Somali Government. Somalis deserve to vote in a timely fashion in a one-person one-vote election. I think that the principle of a one-person one-vote election cannot be overemphasized.”
2019-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8671 (2019) · source
“On the issue of federalism and the cooperation between the Federal Government and the federal member states, let me first ofall express our appreciation for the renewed commitment of the Somali Government to State-building at the Somalia Partnership Forum. Germany welcomes the clearly defined objectives and targets of the Mutual Accountability Framework with regard to the elections to be held in 2020 and 2021, as well as the legislative reforms concerning the political party law, the electoral bill and the constitutional review. In order to achieve these goals, constructive political cooperation between the Federal Government and all federal member states must be given the highest priority.”
2019-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8671 (2019) · source
“I would like to thank all of our briefers for their insightful presentations. Somalia has in the past decade made remarkable progress in establishing more functional national institutions and State-building as well as in enhancing security and stability. But today Somalia is once again at a critical juncture. The task and challenge ahead today is to consolidate the gains made and at the same time make further progress in transitioning to democracy and in State-building. Two areas are particularly crucial to achieving this objective: first, cooperation between the Federal Government of Somalia and the federal member states and, secondly, the elections scheduled for 2020 and 2021.”
2019-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8671 (2019) · source
“That stabilization approach also includes measures to build trust between security forces and the population. In the long run, the fight against extremism and terrorism and their root causes requires an integrated approach consisting of security measures, immediate stabilization efforts and long-term development programmes in order to build capabilities and resilience. In conclusion, we need to strengthen the United Nations country teams and make use of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel and its good offices. We would also like to encourage the Peacebuilding Commission, given its track record of working with the Sahel and West Africa, to provide concrete input on questions of peacebuilding in the region.”
2019-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8670 (2019) · source
“We fully support the human rights and international humanitarian law compliance framework of the Joint Force and thank the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights for its dedicated work on that issue. Fourthly and finally, Germany is equally convinced that an isolated military approach to fighting terrorism and insecurity will not be successful. Human security needs to be increased through civilian police capabilities that remain engaged in order to ensure a locally accepted State presence after the acute threat of terrorism has subsided. We therefore support security- related stabilization measures to strengthen domestic security, such as police cooperation and training in the context of the G-5 Sahel Joint Force.”
2019-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8670 (2019) · source
“The Joint Force itself has repeatedly come under attack, very prominently in October and again in November. That is why we are convinced that there is a continuing need for an international security presence in the Sahel region for the time being. That includes the presence of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali, which should be equipped with the resources necessary to be able to implement its current mandate in central Mali. Thirdly, several briefers referred to the human rights component of fighting terrorism. Germany strongly believes that safeguarding human rights and building inclusive societies are in fact prerequisites to successfully countering terrorism and extremism. Therefore, there cannot be any compromises when it comes to respect for human rights.”
2019-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8670 (2019) · source
“Making the G-5 Sahel Joint Force even more operational obviously requires a joint effort. In that regard, we would like to see stronger engagement from all G-5 Sahel countries, and we call on all international partners that have pledged their support to increase the predictability of their funding for the Joint Force. Secondly, Germany is certain that the Joint Force has the potential to contribute to increasing security in the Sahel. But we must realize and take note of the fact that we are not quite there yet, and we need to see considerably greater operational capabilities, ownership and commitment from the G-5 Sahel countries themselves in order to make the Force a success. Unfortunately, the security situation in the Sahel has markedly deteriorated in recent months, as we have been reminded today by the briefers.”
2019-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8670 (2019) · source
“Owing to the pressing challenges outlined once again in today's briefings, we see the need for more rapid progress with regard to the operationalization of the Joint Force and the political integration of the G-5 Sahel as a regional organization. Germany is ready to consider ways to assist and attain those goals and to increase United Nations support for the G-5 Sahel Joint Force. I would like to focus on four points that are a little more specific in that regard. First of all, Germany is a strong partner of the G-5 Sahel and has contributed about â‚¬28 million in support of the Joint Force so far. The Joint Force now needs to quickly increase its operational capabilities. One such example is that the G-5 Sahel headquarters in Bamako, which has been fully equipped and financed by the European Union, needs to be used as soon as possible.”
2019-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8670 (2019) · source
“Several briefers have referred to the initiative known as the partnership for security and stability in the Sahel 4 an initiative launched by France and Germany during the previous Group of Seven Summit in Biarritz and presented to the General Assembly here in New York in September. The partnership seeks to enhance the support already provided to the Sahel by focusing on all relevant security actors. It seeks to improve coordination among the many donors and to support the reform efforts of the Group of Five for the Sahel (G-5 Sahel) countries in their security sectors. Broad international participation, including that of members of the Council, would be greatly appreciated.”
2019-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8670 (2019) · source
“First of all, let me extend a particularly warm welcome to His Excellency the Foreign Minister of Burkina Faso and thank him for his briefing, and thank all of the other briefers for their insightful presentations and information. Germany attaches great importance to peace and stability in the Sahel. Unfortunately, as we have been repeatedly reminded today, the security situation continues to deteriorate, and that worrisome trend is also reflected in the Secretary-General's latest report (S/2019/868), along with indications that the violence may spread to the coastal States of West Africa and the Gulf of Guinea. Unfortunately, the humanitarian situation is worsening as well. That is why the international community urgently needs to do more to help stabilize the Sahel.”
2019-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8670 (2019) · source
“As the largest bilateral donor, Germany remains firmly committed to UNRWA and continues to significantly contribute to UNRWA's budget. We encourage others to similarly continue their financial support to the Agency's crucial work, in particular by disbursing the funds they have pledged.”
2019-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8669 (2019) · source
“We strongly urge all sides to de-escalate, exercise restraint and refrain from provocative rhetoric and actions. With regard to the Al-Haram Al-Sharif/Temple Mount, we recall the paramount importance of maintaining the agreed status quo for keeping the peace at those holy sites. Before I conclude, let me also say a final word concerning the very important issue of support for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). The Special Coordinator alluded to that and reminded us of the emergency situation that we are in. UNRWA remains indispensable to meet the basic needs of Palestinian refugees. By providing humanitarian assistance, health services and education, UNRWA contributes to the stability in the region. Germany therefore strongly supports the renewal of UNRWA's mandate for three years.”
2019-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8669 (2019) · source
“We strongly advise our Israeli friends and the Israeli Government against taking any steps in that direction that could have serious negative repercussions on the viability of the two-State solution and the entire peace process. We reiterate that Germany will not recognize any changes to the 4 June 1967 lines, including with regard to Jerusalem, other than those agreed by the parties. With regard to the implementation of resolution 2334 (2016), it needs to be fully implemented, not only with regard to settlement activities but also with regard to acts of terror, violence against civilians, incitement, provocative actions and inflammatory rhetoric. The increase in violence, as well as in provocative rhetoric and actions on both sides, is deeply worrisome.”
2019-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8669 (2019) · source
“We also remain deeply concerned about increased demolitions and seizures of Palestinian- owned structures across the West Bank and evictions of Palestinians from their homes in East Jerusalem. We call on Israel to end the expansion of settlements, the legalization of settlement outposts, the confiscation of Palestinian land and evictions from, and the demolition and seizure of, Palestinian-owned structures. We remain extremely concerned about repeated statements alluding to, or even announcing, an intended annexation of areas of the occupied West Bank. Should such statements turn into actual Government policy or law that would, in our view, constitute a clear violation of international law.”
2019-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8669 (2019) · source