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Shin Dong-Ik

lines on the record: 87
first: 2011-04-06
most recent: 2014-11-19
sittings or episodes: 13
sources: un-security-council

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“The Republic of Korea highly values the meaningful progress made over the past couple of years on a normative framework for the protection of children in armed conflicts. The most relevant recent achievements include last year's adoption of resolution 1998 (2011). My delegation notes with satisfaction that, in accordance with the request of the Security Council through its resolution 1998 (2011), the report of the Secretary-General (S/2012/26l) includes, for the first time, parties to conflict that engage in attacks on schools and hospitals. Despite the progress, however, my delegation is concerned about the continued plight of children affected by armed conflict in many parts of the world. Of particular concern is the growing list of persistent perpetrators of grave violations against children, which has doubled since last year.”
2012-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6838Resumption1 (2012) · source
“At the outset, let me express my sincere appreciation to you, Mr. President, for convening this meaningful open debate on children and armed conflict. I would like to extend a special welcome to the newly appointed Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, Ms. Leila Zerrougui. My delegation is confident that her extensive experience and in-depth wisdom will contribute greatly to achieving our noble cause of protecting children in armed conflicts. My appreciation also goes to the Executive Director of UNICEF, Mr. Anthony Lake; Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, Mr. Herve Ladsous; and President of the International Center for Transitional Justice, Mr. David Tolbert, for their insightful remarks.”
2012-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6838Resumption1 (2012) · source
“As has been highlighted in the Security Council's recent meeting with United Nations Force Commanders last week (see S/PV.6789), there is a vital need to strengthen peacekeeping mandates related to civilian protection in View of the complex challenges we face today. Troop-contributing countries should also do their part by providing predeployment preparation and training to equip the peacekeepers with the range of skills required to operate in that regard. My delegation shares the deep concerns over systematic, flagrant and widespread violations of international human rights and humanitarian law, which all seriously affect civilians. In that regard, the Republic of Korea fully supports the continued attention that the Security Council is devoting to this issue. My delegation is also committed to rendering our full support.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“As the Secretary-General recommends, Member States should be encouraged to consult closely with humanitarian actors and to facilitate humanitarian access in a safe and sustainable manner, while the Security Council, on the basis of the relevant resolutions, including resolution 1894 (2009), should deliberate further on the issue. My delegation also believes that efforts to protect civilians should be an integral part of all United Nations peacekeeping missions. United Nations peacekeeping operations are a supplementary tool to the States' primary responsibility for civilian protection, but they are taking on more responsibilities to support and provide security to civilians at great risk.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“As such, my delegation hopes that the Security Council will continue to strengthen its efforts to address that issue through increased coordination with UN- Women, the Department of Peacekeeping Operations and other concerned organizations in order to better confront those atrocious crimes and ensure a brighter future for women and girls around the world. Access for civilians affected by armed conflict to humanitarian aid and basic safety and security also needs to be guaranteed. Unfortunately, we have seen many cases where humanitarian personnel and supplies have failed to reach those in urgent need owing to the interference of certain parties in armed conflicts. Such acts are clearly a violation of humanitarian norms and rules, and those involved in such crimes must be held accountable.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“In particular, sexual violence against women and girls in armed conflicts is one of the most horrible forms of violence against civilians and civilization itself, and it deserves our special attention. Women and girls are most vulnerable, and sexual violence has a devastating and corrosive effect on society as a whole. My delegation is pleased that the Security Council has made significant progress in deterring egregious sexual violence, including through its adoption of resolutions 1820 (2008), 1888 (2009) and 1960 (2010).”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“In other words, no violation of international human rights and humanitarian law should go unpunished under any circumstances. Indeed, when there is no escape for a violator, regardless of the status of the parties in conflict, compliance with international human rights and humanitarian law will be accordingly enhanced. In that connection, the punishment, in 2012, of Charles Taylor, former President of Liberia, and two non-State armed groups in Sierra Leone represents important steps forward for international justice and the greater fight against impunity. We also note with appreciation that, in his report, the Secretary-General has highlighted attacks against and interference with, health-care facilities and providers, as well as the need to prevent displacement.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The Council, with cooperation from all the relevant agencies and Member States, has been making significant progress on the issue in a variety of ways, including diversifying different aspects of the protection of civilians by incorporating the specific and unique protection needs ofwomen and children, addressing the scourge of sexual violence, ensuring the necessity of accountability and overcoming constraints on safe, unimpeded and timely humanitarian access. Nevertheless, the international community is still suffering from a basic failure to protect civilians in many parts of the world who, caught up in the horrors of wars, are in desperate need of greater protection. My delegation believes that the most important principle is enhanced compliance with international human rights and humanitarian law.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“At the outset, I would like to express my sincere appreciation to you, Mr. President, for organizing this meaningful open debate on the protection of civilians in armed conflict. I am sure that, under your able stewardship, today's debate will serve as a timely occasion to continue the progress made on the issue. My appreciation also goes to Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for his thorough and insightful ninth report (S/2012/376). Since the adoption of resolution 1265 (1999), the protection of civilians has come to occupy a prominent place on the agenda ofthe Security Council.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“In order to further contribute to enhancing global efforts to address cybersecurity issues, including illicit flows on the Internet, the Korean Government will host the Conference on Cyberspace in 2013, succeeding the United Kingdom and Hungary. I hold high expectations for the diagnostic assessment to be prepared by the Secretary-General on options and recommendations to help States with regard to their illicit flows problems. I look forward to hearing those recommendations, and I would like to reassure you of our firm commitment and willingness to closely engage in the issue in the coming future.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“In addition, given the new threats of illicit flows in cyberspace, the Republic of Korea, as a leading information technology powerhouse, has proven its active participation in international cooperation and collaboration for cybersecurity. Our participation includes joining the work of the Group of Government Experts on Information Security and hosting seminars on cybersecurity within the framework of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation and Association of Southeast Asian Nations Regional Forum. We are also running train-the-trainer programmes for law enforcement officials in developing countries to support their capacity-building, on which we place high importance.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“Furthermore, with its well-advanced Internet- based infrastructure, the Republic of Korea has effectively implemented its customs and export controls. Particularly, with respect to non-proliferation, I would like to draw your attention to our "yes-trade" programme, a database and one-stop verification system for dual-use and contraband materials. Yes- trade provides self-classification and classification services for strategic items, and a one-stop service for acquiring an export license, should that be deemed strategic. Since its launch in 2005, the Korean Government has not only implemented its export control system successfully with that online system, but the Republic of Korea has also presented its merits to countries interested in the system in relevant forums.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“To that end, the Republic of Korea and Australia, submitted a draft resolution, entitled "Preventing and combating illicit brokering activities", to the First Committee at the sixty-third session of the General Assembly; the draft was ultimately adopted by the Assembly as resolution 63/67. It encourages States to establish appropriate national laws and to engage in international cooperation to prevent and combat illicit brokering. I believe the resolution has facilitated discussions within the United Nations framework on the issue of illicit flows, resulting in Member States establishing domestic institutions to enforce their international obligations. The resolution was re-adopted by an overwhelming majority of Member States at the sixty- fifth General Assembly in 2010 (resolution 65/75).”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“In the same manner, it is also an international obligation; a number of Security Council resolutions and international regulations call upon Member States to establish the necessary measures to fully respect and implement their international obligations in that regard, moving forward to better control illegal activities. Moreover, as illicit flows continue to cross borders and to occur at the margins of extra-territorial jurisdictions, close regional and international cooperation, including information-sharing and assistance in capacity-building, are badly needed. The Republic of Korea has redoubled its jurisdictional efforts and is determined to contribute to international action to prevent and combat illicit transnational flows.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“By contrast, national and international measures to counter them remain static and outdated, and lack the necessary coordination among Member States and international organizations. I believe that if proper measures are not taken to close those loopholes, that trend will pose an ever-growing threat to international efforts to maintain and foster global peace and security. Today's thematic meeting is therefore a timely occasion to accomplish that while simultaneously taking stock of current actions throughout the Organization, with a View towards streamlining and elevating the United Nations toolkit for addressing such a significant problem. States have the first and primary responsibility to impose domestic measures with respect to securing their borders against illicit flows of every kind.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“At the outset, I would like to express my appreciation to you, Madam President, for organizing this meaningful open debate on securing borders against illicit flows. My appreciation also goes to the Secretary-General, His Excellency Ban Ki-moon, for his thorough and insightful briefing. The illicit flow of materials, funds and goods, as well as of people, poses grave concerns to international peace and security. In an effort to circumvent tighter national measures and international frameworks against them, those engaged in illicit flows from smuggling, trafficking, brokering, trans-shipment and re-export have grown smarter and have developed more complicated techniques, even engaging in cyberspace activities.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“In conclusion, the momentum generated over the past three years by the adoption of a series of resolutions to address conflict-related sexual violence should not be lost. We need to ensure that the implementation of mechanisms shows tangible results on the ground. The Republic of Korea reaffirms its commitment to implementing all the resolutions to eradicate conflict-related sexual violence, in cooperation with the international community.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“As a member of the Group of Friends of resolution 1325 (2000), the Republic of Korea has actively engaged in the international cooperation for the prevention of sexual violence against women and girls in conflict and post-conflict situations. In the firm belief that proper training for peacekeepers is indispensable to preventing and responding to sexual violence in conflict situations, the Korean Government has been bolstering its predeployment gender training for military and police personnel deploying to United Nations peacekeeping operations. The Korean Government has also strengthened its efforts to enable those personnel to have a better understanding of gender and cultural differences in the traditional and historical context of the host communities by carrying out cultural-awareness and sensitivity training.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Thirdly, more attention needs to be given to the prevention of conflict-related sexual violence. Sexual violence is not a corollary of conflict, but it can be prevented. In that regard, we note with appreciation a series of recent United Nations initiatives to that end, including the development of scenario-based predeployment training modules on preventing and addressing conflict-related sexual violence in peacekeeping operations. In addition, we welcome the development of a framework of early warning signs that are specific to conflict-related sexual violence. We believe that Member States, donors and regional organizations, for their part, need to enhance their efforts to strengthen national and regional prevention mechanisms, drawing upon, as appropriate, the United Nations early-warning system and training courses.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“While many incidents of sexual violence have been reported after the end of conflict, it is regrettable that few ceasefire or peace agreements include provisions for conflict- related sexual violence. As the report of the Secretary- General rightly points out, the inclusion of such provisions can increase the durability of peace by mitigating security fears, as well as addressing the sexual violence itself. In that regard, we welcome the publication by the Department of Political Affairs of the United Nations Guidance for Mediators on Addressing Conflict-Related Sexual Violence in Ceasefire and Peace Agreement. We encourage United Nations envoys and mediators to ensure that conflict- related sexual violence is properly addressed in preventive diplomacy efforts, mediation and peace processes, based upon the Guidance.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“That is key to fighting conflict-related sexual violence by showing the perpetrators that their acts are not cost-free. We welcome the fact that the United Nations Team of Experts on the Rule of Law and Sexual Violence in Conflict, established under resolution 1888 (2009), has been fully operational since May 2011. We would like to encourage the Team, in close collaboration with other United Nations entities, to further enhance its assistance to Governments in strengthening the capacity of their civilian and military justice systems and institutional safeguards against impunity. Secondly, we need to pay greater attention to sexual violence in post-conflict settings.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“However, it is deeply disturbing that we are still witnessing widespread and systematic sexual violence in conflict and post-conflict situations. In that regard, my delegation welcomes the Secretary-General's report (S/2012/33). It provides us with useful information for today's debate, including incidents of sexual violence in many conflict areas and progress on United Nations initiatives. In particular, we commend the tireless efforts of the Special Representative to address the issue effectively. Noting with appreciation the series of recommendations in the report of the Secretary- General, my delegation would like to highlight the following points. First, my delegation would like to underline the significance of ensuring accountability by eliminating impunity for sexual violence.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“At the outset, Mr. President, let me express my sincere appreciation to you for convening this open debate. My appreciation also goes to the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict, Ms. Margot Wallstrom; Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, Mr. Herve Ladsous; and Ms. Amina Megheirbi of the NGO Working Group on Women, Peace and Security for her insightful presentation. Over the past three years, the Security Council has made significant progress in highlighting the egregious phenomenon of conflict-related sexual violence, including through its adoption of resolutions 1820 (2008), 1888 (2009) and 1960 (2010). A series of mechanisms established by those resolutions has contributed to identifying and preventing conflict- related sexual violence.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“My delegation believes that the adoption of resolution 1998 (2011) today is yet another milestone in the Council's work on the issue of children and armed conflict, and we are confident that it will go a long way towards further protecting children around the world and send a strong message that such crimes will not be tolerated. 11-41151 We hope that today's open discussion will continue to increase the Council's consequential deliberation on this critical issue. The Republic of Korea will continue to stand with the international community on this issue to ensure the protection of children around the world.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Many persistent violators, in addition to child recruitment, have been responsible for committing other grave violations against children, such as rape and sexual violence. In this connection, we continue to support the annex listing of parties accused of rape and sexual violence against children in the report of the Secretary-General, pursuant to resolution 1882 (2009), as well as the adoption of resolution 1960 (2010), which specifically established a mechanism for monitoring and reporting sexual violence in conflict areas on the Council's agenda. My delegation encourages close consultations between the Special Representative for Children and Armed Conflict and the Special Representative on Sexual Violence in Conflict in this regard.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581Resumption1 (2011) · source
“While we note some of the steps in the right direction - including investigations, arrests, trials and prosecutions that Governments have committed to address - the issue of impunity continues to prevail in too many conflict areas. Indeed, the Council must stand resolute and apply robust, targeted measures to confront these persistent perpetrators. In this connection, my delegation continues to support the Secretary-General's recommendations that the Council consider including child recruitment and use in the mandate of all of its sanctions committees, including those that deal with counter-terrorism. Incorporating more expertise in the field of child protection on the Council's sanction committee expert groups, as well as scaling up reporting on violations against children, would be steps in the right direction.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We are particularly pleased to note the increase in country-specific reports of the Secretary-General in 2010 that contain information on the protection of children, as recommended in resolution 1460 (2003). This is a helpful step in the right direction but should be scaled up even further, if possible, to include more references to the protection of children in country- specific reports with a view towards full compliance with resolution 1460 (2003). However, despite the aforementioned progress, my delegation remains concerned by the perpetual plight of children affected by armed conflict around the world. There is still widespread impunity for grave crimes perpetrated against children in many countries.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Taking this opportunity, my delegation would like to note the positive developments on this issue since the historic adoption of resolution 1882 (2009) and the expansion of the triggers. Specific achievements have been realized in the key areas of recruitment, and an expansion of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programmes has been seen. The Republic of Korea also welcomes the efforts of the Working Group thus far in 2011, including its adoption of four sets of conclusions on Afghanistan, Chad, Somalia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In this connection, we urge the relevant Governments to establish action plans to ban the recruitment of child soldiers.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581Resumption1 (2011) · source
“At the outset, I would like express my appreciation to you, Sir, for organizing this meaningful open debate on children and armed conflict. I would also like to commend the work of the Security Council and its Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict to end violations against children and to protect their rights. My delegation would also like to applaud Secretary- General Ban Ki-moon and Special Representative Radhika Coomaraswamy for working tirelessly to lessen the plight of children in armed conflict around the world. In this regard, we welcome the most recent comprehensive report of the Secretary-General on children and armed conflict (S/2011/250).”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581Resumption1 (2011) · source
“The mobilization of the international community in the immediate aftermath of the quake was heartening and unprecedented, but we must continue to stand with Haiti in the critical months and years to come.”
2011-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6510Resumption1 (2011) · source
“As noted in the report of the Secretary-General, the United Nations initiated an operational plan to increase women's security in August 2010. This is a step in the right direction, but problems persist in the reporting of crimes of sexual violence, data collection, the climate of impunity and the overall lack of institutions. These hinder the rule of justice in finding and prosecuting perpetrators of such crimes. As we move from post-disaster humanitarian and security relief to long-term reconstruction, it is imperative that the international community remain resolute in doing everything it can to strengthen Haiti's capacities. In the near future, however, the international community is still needed to provide additional direct assistance, particularly in the areas of shelter, sanitation and ensuring adequate supplies of clean water.”
2011-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6510Resumption1 (2011) · source
“At the present juncture, Korea is focusing on providing targeted relief in the areas of debris removal and completing road construction. We commend MINUSTAH for its invaluable role in both maintaining peace and security and leading the way in recovery and reconstruction efforts. My delegation is extremely concerned by the recent report of the Secretary-General on MINUSTAH (S/2011/183*) and reports by non-governmental organizations (NGOs) on Haiti that detail widespread incidences of rape and sexual violence occurring within camps for internally displaced persons and the broader community. We urge the Haitian Government, as well as the Department for Peacekeeping Operations and NGOs on the ground, to do their utmost to protect vulnerable women and girls within the camps.”
2011-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6510Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We take note of the overwhelming international response following the quake and the many improvements that have been implemented to provide basic necessities such as water, food, temporary shelter and medical care. In that regard, the Korean Government and private sector have contributed more than $47 million to provide post- quake humanitarian relief to support key reconstruction projects, such as strengthening the basic health infrastructure, improving the water supply and providing job training. Beyond humanitarian contributions, Korea also dispatched a 240-strong engineering company to the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH). The company is currently active in the Leogane area of responsibility, one of the hardest-hit areas of the country.”
2011-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6510Resumption1 (2011) · source
“By harnessing our collective efforts to promote sustained, long-lasting development today, we can tackle the root causes of Haiti's security concerns of tomorrow. One tangible way that this can be pursued is to actively focus on creating employment opportunities for young people. This would allow many young people options beyond joining armed groups and resorting to crime, which are often the only providers of immediate wages and sustenance. As such, development, and economic development in particular, must be undertaken in a sustained, inclusive and equitable manner. The Korean people and Government have the utmost sympathy for the Haitian people in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake and the subsequent humanitarian crisis.”
2011-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6510Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Institution-building in Haiti must ensure that basic national capacities are restored at the earliest possible juncture in order to stabilize the delicate post- disaster situation. The rule of law, effective governance and security-sector reform are the areas that require the highest priority. We must also take into consideration the complementary relationship between development and security. As the Council recently concluded, underdevelopment is a root cause of insecurity and conflict. Taking a broad approach to political insecurity that takes economic and social factors into account can yield results. My delegation believes that development in Haiti continues to require the engagement of a variety of stakeholders, including the United Nations, the international financial institutions and civil society.”
2011-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6510Resumption1 (2011) · source
“My delegation hopes that the results of the final tally, due on 16 April, will be accepted by all parties involved, so that Haiti can move forward into a new era of leadership and development in the post-quake era. In the same vein, strengthening the rule of law and building institutions across the board is imperative for the long-term security and development of Haiti. Indeed, reconstruction and humanitarian programmes in Haiti must be pursued with a view both to promoting a sustainable security situation and furthering economic, social and political development. It is therefore essential that peacekeeping, peacebuilding and sustainable development be pursued by a parallel approach that takes into account the various challenges of institution-building.”
2011-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6510Resumption1 (2011) · source
“At the outset, I would like express my appreciation to you, Madame President, for having organized this meaningful open debate on the question concerning Haiti. Following the destructive earthquake of January 2010, Haiti is now showing signs of recovery and reconstruction, and seeing a semblance of normalcy return to daily life. Our task is to ensure that this continues while we simultaneously do everything we can to facilitate security, humanitarian relief, institution-building and political and economic development. With regard to the political situation, my delegation was encouraged by the announcement, on 4April, of preliminary electoral results by the Provisional Electoral Council, which provided evidence of the spirit of peace and fair play in Haiti.”
2011-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6510Resumption1 (2011) · source