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1. “The influx of refugees is another cause of instability in the border areas. Displaced people from Chad and the Sudan are facing a human security crisis, despite the commendable efforts of the Government of the Central African Republic to host them in its communities. It has compounded the already dire humanitarian situation within the Central African Republic itself and requires further assistance from the international community. In that respect, Japan is continuing to provide food assistance in partnership with the World Food Programme to alleviate human suffering. Finally, advancing democratic processes throughout the country is essential to strengthen central and local governance. The suspended preparations for the local elections have resumed with specific targeted voting dates.”

   2023-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9454 (2023) · source

2. “Such ground-level engagement will help to expand State authority in remote areas. Secondly, regional cooperation is essential for sustainable stability in the Central African Republic and the neighbouring countries. The maps in the annexes of the report of the Secretary-General clearly illustrate the presence of grave concentrations of armed group activities and illicit flows of weapons. We commend the efforts of the Government of the Central African Republic to develop more effective long-term border management systems with MINUSCA’s support. The State’s presence and the rule of law on both sides of the country’s borders are a prerequisite to overcoming the challenges caused by porous borders. We welcome the close engagement by the Central African Republic authority with neighbouring countries.”

   2023-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9454 (2023) · source

3. “The first point is the primacy of achieving a political solution through inclusive dialogue. We are encouraged by the continuous efforts of the Government of the Central African Republic, including the follow- up meeting of the Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in the Central African Republic recently organized by President Touadera, to engage with armed groups in the disarmament, demobilization, reintegration and repatriation process. That process is time-consuming and requires trust building among various stakeholders, as well as local support. To that point, we welcome the decentralization efforts by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General in supporting local mechanisms to revitalize conflict prevention, mediation and the return of armed groups to the peace process.”

   2023-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9454 (2023) · source

4. “To bring the country back to the path towards sustainable peace and development, full implementation of the 2019 Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in the Central African Republic remains the highest priority. The promotion of political and socioeconomic reintegration, especially in local areas, is key to reducing any recurrence of armed violence and improving the plight of people on the ground. We continue to apprehend the human rights violations and abuses committed by armed groups, State agents and other security personnel, who were mentioned in the recent report of the Secretary-General (S/2023/769) as being allegedly responsible. The reported increase in conflict-related sexual violence and grave violations against children is alarming and must stop. Today I would like to highlight the following three points.”

   2023-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9454 (2023) · source

5. “I would like to express my gratitude to Special Representative of the Secretary- General Rugwabiza for her briefing. I welcome the presence of Her Excellency Foreign Minister Baipo Temon of the Central African Republic and the representative of Angola. Let me begin by expressing sincere appreciation to all peacekeepers of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) for their contributions and extending our condolences for the loss of its members. The Central African Republic is now at a critical juncture in its State-building efforts following the referendum on the new Constitution.”

   2023-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9454 (2023) · source

6. “Under her leadership, we will continue to make our utmost efforts to realize women’s full, equal and meaningful participation and leadership in peace processes together with all stakeholders.”

   2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9452 (2023) · source

7. “The co-Chairs have established a women and peace and security platform under that group and, through the sharing of good practices and inviting of eminent experts, contributed to raising awareness of the women and peace and security agenda, including the importance of meaningful participation of women peacekeepers for effective operations. Finally, I would like to share that, in September this year, Ms. Kamikawa Yoko assumed the post of Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan. She worked extensively on the promotion of the women and peace and security agenda even before she became Foreign Minister and established a parliamentary league on women and peace and security in Japan last year.”

   2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9452 (2023) · source

8. “As I mentioned earlier, women’s participation in peace and security requires a holistic approach. That applies to each Member State’s nationwide efforts. Japan has promoted women’s access to leadership positions in political institutions, as well as in justice, security and defence institutions through the government-wide five-year basic plan for gender equality with numerical targets. The relevant government departments and agencies monitor the progress and take action to bridge any gaps. At the regional level, together with Viet Nam, Japan has been co-chairing the Experts’ Working Group on Peacekeeping Operations of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Defence Ministers’ Meeting Plus — a platform for ASEAN and its eight dialogue partners.”

   2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9452 (2023) · source

9. “I am pleased by the growing number of Member States adopting such plans, most of which entail a monitoring framework, as highlighted in the most recent report of the Secretary-General (S/2023/725). The Security Council should continue to encourage Member States to adopt and implement a national action plan to comply with relevant Council resolutions. Furthermore, participation constitutes the first key component of Japan’s third and current national action plan, which was formulated in close consultation with civil society organizations and the broader public. I would also like to highlight that the current action plan specifically acknowledges the importance of providing support to the survivors of gender-based and conflict- related sexual violence, encompassing individuals of all genders and sexual minorities.”

   2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9452 (2023) · source

10. “Those suggestions clearly underline the importance of meeting the basic needs of women and girls to tackle the root causes of their underrepresentation and exclusion in matters of peace and security. That aligns with Japan’s long-standing holistic approach in international cooperation aimed at advancing gender equality and empowering women and girls in various areas, including education, health, economic empowerment, human rights, leadership and norms and legislation globally. Japan is committed to those efforts. At the national level, national action plans on women and peace and security should serve as a comprehensive tool for tracking action and implementation based on the relevant Security Council resolutions on women and peace and security, especially on participation.”

    2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9452 (2023) · source

11. “Diago Ndiaye, President of the Network on Peace and Security for Women in the Economic Community of West African States Region, to brief the Council. I am thankful for her several practical recommendations to the Council, some of which I would like to now highlight. First, there is a call to invest in people, with a specific focus on women and girls, to ensure societal inclusivity, which will lead to the building of resilience and effective institutions. Secondly, Governments are urged to prioritize the development of community infrastructure and the provision of basic necessities to address the needs of vulnerable populations. Lastly, her recommendations stress the importance of addressing issues such as health emergencies, economic stability, and food security.”

    2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9452 (2023) · source

12. “I thank Brazil for convening this important open debate focusing on women’s participation in international peace and security. I thank in particular His Excellency Mr. Mauro Vieira, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Brazil, for presiding over this debate. I also thank the Secretary-General, the Executive Director of UN-Women and the other briefers for their comprehensive briefings. As a signatory to the statement of shared commitments on women and peace and security, Japan is committed to amplifying women’s voices and following up on the recommendations of civil society presented to the Security Council. On our part, at the open debate on peacebuilding during its presidency in January this year (see S/PV.9250), Japan invited Ms.”

    2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9452 (2023) · source

13. “Japan commends the cooperation of the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti and the United Nations country team in support of the efforts of Haitians themselves. We are also encouraged by their close collaboration with regional organizations such as the Organization of American States and the Caribbean Community, whose ability to share knowledge and expertise will lead to greater synergy and a more effective impact. Japan is fully committed to supporting Haiti’s efforts and to working with Haiti and the international community so that Haiti can achieve long-term security and stability.”

    2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9449 (2023) · source

14. “In that context, we welcome the High Transitional Council’s plan to engage further in inter-Haitian dialogue to broaden consensus and look forward to seeing further progress. I would also like to emphasize that when we build resilient institutions for peace and security, it is important to ensure that they are sustainable. In order to restore the rule of law, it will be essential to strengthen the police, corrections and justice systems. And society itself needs to be resilient, as well as its institutions. Establishing a peace and mediation committee is one concrete measure that can be taken to restabilize Haitian society. We hope that the people of Haiti, including women, will actively engage in their communities and networks and will be able to play a vital role in mediation, peacebuilding and more.”

    2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9449 (2023) · source

15. “Japan believes that, in parallel with the efforts for rapid deployment of the Mission, it is also essential to continue to strengthen the capacity of the Haitian National Police and to provide humanitarian assistance to the Haitian people. In the light of the worsening situation in Haiti, Japan has been supporting the HNP and has provided humanitarian assistance over the past year amounting to $12 million. I would also like to stress that sustainable peace and security in Haiti can be achieved only by the Haitian people themselves. It is therefore crucial for all Haitian stakeholders to engage in dialogue, gather wisdom and agree on policies for security solutions and for constitutional and electoral reforms.”

    2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9449 (2023) · source

16. “We hope that the deployment will re-establish security in Haiti and build security conditions conducive to holding free and fair elections. For the Mission to be successful, it is imperative that participating countries have a deep understanding of its mandate and the situation on the ground. The appropriate command and operational structure is also important. We once again call upon Member States to contribute and share their experiences and expertise to ensure the Mission is well-prepared. Japan, for its part, will also actively engage with the international community and spare no effort to ensure the effective and successful operation of the Mission.”

    2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9449 (2023) · source

17. “I appreciate Special Representative of the Secretary-General Ms. Salvador’s insightful remarks. I would also like to express my gratitude to Ms. Russell, Ms. Waly and Ms. Manigat for their informative briefings and extend a warm welcome to the representative of Haiti, as well as the representatives of the Dominican Republic and Jamaica. We are deeply concerned about the ongoing violence and human rights violations by gangs, as well as the emergence of vigilante groups. That undermines access to basic services, including water, food and health care, and further deteriorates the humanitarian situation. In that regard, we are pleased that the Council was able to come together and authorize the deployment of the Multinational Security Support Mission to Haiti to support the efforts of the Haitian National Police (HNP).”

    2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9449 (2023) · source

18. “In that regard, we welcome efforts made by international and regional entities including the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, UN-Women, the ICGLR Regional Forum for Women and the ICGLR Regional Multifunctional Youth Forum. Japan will continue to play its part to ensure a peaceful and prosperous Great Lakes region.”

    2023-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9440 (2023) · source

19. “The complexity of the challenges the region faces requires us to take a comprehensive, cross-border approach based on the humanitarian-development- peace nexus. Such an approach is required especially when tackling the challenge of the illegal exploitation of natural resources, which remains one of the drivers of conflict. All stakeholders must engage in more transparent management, enhanced border-control and judicial cooperation for the promotion of legitimate trade and development. We are deeply concerned by the worsening humanitarian situation and human rights violations and abuses in the region. The continuous grave violations against children and gender-based violence are alarming. Japan places great importance on promoting the participation of women and youth in political and peace processes.”

    2023-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9440 (2023) · source

20. “All armed groups must observe an immediate cessation of hostilities and fully engage in those processes. Any support to armed groups, which would exacerbate a deteriorating regional situation, must be stopped immediately. Close coordination is the key to maximize the effectiveness of various peace and subsequently achieve the common goal. The quadripartite summit, on 27 June, of the East African Community, Economic Community of Central African States, the ICGLR and the Southern African Development Community, under the aegis of the African Union, has laid a solid groundwork for enhanced coordination. Multilevel joint planning, as agreed, should be fully utilized for further harmonization of regional initiatives. Special Envoy Huang Xia and his Office can play a significant role to foster such efforts.”

    2023-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9440 (2023) · source

21. “It is critical for the signatory countries, including the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the guarantors, to fully implement the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework for the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Region at the national, regional and international levels. Japan welcomes the communiqué of the eleventh high-level meeting of the Regional Oversight Mechanism of the Framework on 6 May. The agreement must lead to a renewed momentum in regional efforts and continue to be the guideline for the way forward. As the leaders of the region requested, an independent, frank and sincere assessment of the Framework’s implementation is essential to improve our collective endeavours and follow-up actions. The Nairobi and Luanda processes play a central role in the ongoing regional peace initiatives.”

    2023-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9440 (2023) · source

22. “I would like to express my gratitude to Special Envoy Huang Xia, Mr. Caholo, the Executive Secretary of the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR), and Ms. Malimukono for their briefings. I also welcome the participation of representatives from the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda. We continue to see with deep concern the recurrent violence by armed groups, aggravating the human security crisis in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and the increasing tensions between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda.”

    2023-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9440 (2023) · source

23. “We are closely monitoring whether that would lead to a violation of Security Council resolutions — potentially another rule-breaking by the responsible Council member. No country should engage in cooperation that would undermine the non-proliferation regime which we all value. It is clear from these facts that it is quite natural to argue that any call for peace should respect and abide by the Charter of the United Nations and respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine. Moreover, any call for a ceasefire should be directed at Russia, the rule-breaker. Russia should stop making meaningless claims in this Chamber and respect the Charter of the United Nations immediately. It should do so now.”

    2023-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9436 (2023) · source

24. “There is no need to complicate things with Russia’s misrepresentation of the issues. As the only country to have suffered atomic bombings during war, Japan is strongly committed to international efforts towards realizing a world without nuclear weapons. Bringing the Comprehensive Nuclear- Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) into force is exactly one such important effort, and it must be achieved without further delay. In that connection, we are deeply concerned by Russia’s recent announcements about the possibility of revoking its ratification of the CTBT. We also remain concerned about the possibility of military cooperation between Russia and North Korea. At the recent Russia-North Korea summit, it was announced that they agreed on strategic and tactical cooperation.”

    2023-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9436 (2023) · source

25. “No support, including arms transfers, should be given to Russia. It would be particularly unacceptable if Russia were to violate existing Security Council resolutions while receiving such support. Russia has self-justified the aggression against Ukraine by framing it as a conflict pitting itself against the so-called Kyiv regime and its Western backers. However, Russia’s attempts to mislead the international community have failed, as the overwhelming majority of United Nations States Members have indicated at the General Assembly their will to uphold the principles set forth by the Charter, such as sovereignty and territorial integrity. The international community also understands the root causes of the negative effects this conflict has had on the world. They stem entirely from Russia’s violation of the Charter of the United Nations.”

    2023-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9436 (2023) · source

26. “I thank Mr. Adedeji Ebo, Deputy to the High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, and the other briefer for their briefings. Today we are again hearing the same claims by Russia. I would like to reiterate the real nature of this war of aggression. It is clear that Russia is a country violating the Charter of the United Nations in this war of aggression. Ukraine is a country exercising its right to self-defence as stipulated in the Charter. One is the rule-breaker and the other is a rule-defender, and our support for Ukraine is also defence of the Charter. Those facts have been the same throughout since February 2022. Even now, after so many events and tragedies, they have not changed. That is why we are calling on Russia to withdraw immediately and unconditionally and end this violation of the Charter.”

    2023-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9436 (2023) · source

27. “Japan continues to play its part in supporting international and regional efforts for peace and security in Africa. The meeting rose at noon.”

    2023-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9435 (2023) · source

28. “Last week, we again underscored the importance of predictable, sustainable and flexible financing for AU peace support operations through AU and United Nations contributions. As we stated at the Security Council meeting on this topic in May, Japan, in principle, supports the establishment of a mechanism through which AU peace support operations authorized by the Security Council under Chapter Ⅷ of the Charter could be partly financed through United Nations assessed contributions, on a case-by-case basis (see S/PV.9329). Japan remains committed to further consultations with all stakeholders in that regard. Africa continues to suffer from human security crises caused by multiple factors. Close partnerships between the United Nations and regional entities are essential.”

    2023-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9435 (2023) · source

29. “It should be a platform to follow up on our common understanding articulated in the joint communiqué, including on working methods. More structured monthly coordination between the President of the Security Council and the Chair of the AU Peace and Security Council should greatly contribute to facilitating further dialogue and cooperation between the two Councils. Japan is willing to contribute to crystallizing that point by updating the related documents. We appreciate regional peace initiatives with a strong sense of ownership to prevent, mediate and settle conflicts on the African continent. A strong understanding of the unique circumstances of each situation in Africa and an approach that is crafted accordingly should be a comparative advantage for the AU and its peace support operations.”

    2023-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9435 (2023) · source

30. “As all of us highlighted in that meeting, and today the demand for a strong United Nations-AU partnership continues to grow in order to tackle Africa’s challenges more effectively. Close consultation is required between the two organs across the full spectrum of conflicts. For that, an increased emphasis on prevention efforts is important to ensure that, as proposed in the New Agenda for Peace. We welcome regular technical-level contact between the two Secretariats on country and thematic files, including a horizon-scanning exercise for conflict prevention. The Ad Hoc Working Group of the Security Council on Conflict Prevention and Resolution in Africa is a window into our close coordination efforts with the AU Peace and Security Council.”

    2023-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9435 (2023) · source

31. “I would like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Onanga- Anyanga; Ms. Mohammed, Permanent Observer of the African Union (AU) to the United Nations; and Mr. Dersso, Managing Director of Amani Africa, for their briefings. Let me start by joining others in expressing our deep gratitude to the AU Peace and Security Council for its warm hospitality during our trip to Addis Ababa last week. African files carry substantial weight in the work of the Security Council. The annual joint consultative meeting gave us an opportunity to explore how we should jointly address pressing issues of common concern. The swift adoption of the joint communiqué is an illustration of our solidarity and common understanding under a shared set of goals.”

    2023-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9435 (2023) · source

32. “As the PBC Chair noted, measures and frameworks that protect and promote the active engagement on the ground of people, including women and youth, in peacebuilding efforts, are crucial. In conclusion, Japan reaffirms its continuous support for Colombia’s peace efforts.”

    2023-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9434 (2023) · source

33. “We also welcome the continued dialogue between the Government and several armed groups under the “total peace” policy, including the group self- identified as Central High Command-Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia-Ejército del Pueblo, and the fourth round of talks with the Ejército de Liberación Nacional. Any ceasefire talks or agreements need to be sustained by concrete action. Unfortunately, several previous ceasefire agreements have been broken in the past. An institution-based approach is one way to ensure that ceasefire agreements are sustainable. The National Participation Committee, which the Peacebuilding Fund is supporting, could be a part of such a mechanism. A necessary thread for all phases of a ceasefire to succeed is full and meaningful participation.”

    2023-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9434 (2023) · source

34. “Japan continues to emphasize the importance of conducting elections in an atmosphere free of violence. That requires leadership by the Colombian Government and active cooperation by the Colombian people. Creating and maintaining an atmosphere free of violence should extend beyond the elections. The immediate cessation by all actors of any form of violence, including against civilians and former combatants, is vital. In that regard, Japan commends the Colombian Government’s efforts to implement the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace and looks forward to further efforts to implement the national plans for rural reform, as well as the first issuance of restorative sentences by the Special Jurisdiction for Peace.”

    2023-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9434 (2023) · source

35. “I thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Mr. Ruiz Massieu and Mr. Botero García for their briefings. I welcome Foreign Minister Leyva Durán who joined this meeting. I also thank Mr. Ćurić Hrvatinić for the advice of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC). We appreciate it very much. Japan welcomes the efforts of the Colombian Government in advancing the peace process and commends the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia for its support in that endeavour. The upcoming departmental and municipal elections will be a significant opportunity for Colombia to validate the achievements stemming from its long-standing commitment to peace. The Security Council and the international community will be following closely and with keen interest.”

    2023-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9434 (2023) · source

36. “With Iraq at a critical juncture in its transition towards peace and prosperity, we trust that UNAMI will continue its indispensable role in providing support to the Government of Iraq by mobilizing various actors, including United Nations funds, agencies and programmes and international donors, in line with their respective strengths, the changing needs on the ground and the wishes of the people of Iraq.”

    2023-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9432 (2023) · source

37. “Thirdly, on the humanitarian and development front, we emphasize the continued importance of collective efforts to find durable solutions for internally displaced persons and returnees, and to repatriate people from Al-Hol camp. That is an irreplaceable foundation for stability and further development in Iraq. Timely humanitarian assistance remains critical, while investments also need to be directed at strengthening basic public services that can facilitate social reintegration for returnees. The need for appropriate resource allocation is becoming increasingly important. In conclusion, we highlight our steadfast support for UNAMI’s work.”

    2023-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9432 (2023) · source

38. “Any attack that threatens the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iraq, including in the Kurdistan region, is contrary to international law and must cease. Japan welcomes the steady cooperation between Iraq and Kuwait on missing Kuwaiti and third-country nationals and missing Kuwaiti property, and takes note of the progress made towards a mutually agreeable conclusion. As shown by Iraq’s strong commitment, any damage from a war should be compensated. Regarding the Kuwait-Iraq agreement on the regulation of maritime navigation in the Khawr Abdullah waterway, we stress the importance of resolving issues through dialogue, in accordance with international law and respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity.”

    2023-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9432 (2023) · source

39. “Looking ahead on the political front, we urge that the provincial council elections and the Kurdistan region’s parliamentary elections be held in an orderly manner in accordance with the specified timeline. Secondly, in the sphere of regional and international relations, the Iraqi Government continues its active engagement in building confidence among neighbouring countries through regional dialogues, including by convening the third Baghdad Conference for Cooperation and Partnership, which we commend. Good-neighbourly relations are a cornerstone of Iraqi and regional stability, and we expect to see them further advanced. A prerequisite for peace and stability in Iraq is full respect for both sovereignty and territorial integrity.”

    2023-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9432 (2023) · source

40. “I thank Ms. Jeanine Hennis- Plasschaert, Special Representative of the Secretary- General and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Iraq (UNAMI), and Ms. Dhefaf Al-Jarahi of the Iraqi Foundation for their briefings. Today I would like to highlight the following three areas concerning the situation in Iraq. First, Japan is encouraged by the steady progress made by the Government of Iraq in tackling pressing domestic issues, including in fighting corruption and pushing forward with economic and fiscal reforms. The Security Council should encourage the Iraqi Government to make the utmost effort to ensure that those initiatives will benefit all people in Iraq, including women and young people, as well as internally displaced persons.”

    2023-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9432 (2023) · source

41. “For its part, Japan will engage actively with the international community and will spare no effort to ensure the Mission’s effective and successful operation. We also want to emphasize that addressing the issue of security alone is not sufficient. It should go hand in hand with Haitian efforts, supported by international partners, to restore resilient democratic institutions and accountable governance, as well as to provide people with basic services and development opportunities. Those endeavours will help to gain the people’s trust, which will be crucial to achieving sustainable peace and security in Haiti, and we will continue to support such efforts. And let me conclude by reaffirming our unwavering solidarity with the Government and people of Haiti.”

    2023-10-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9430 (2023) · source

42. “We welcome Kenya’s willingness to lead the Mission and other countries’ offers to contribute. The adoption of the resolution is only the first step. If the Mission is to operate effectively and successfully, extensive and thorough preparation is crucial. It should include careful examination and awareness of the situation on the ground; an assessment of the capability and resources that the Mission will need; clarification of the rules of engagement and the establishment of an appropriate command structure and division of labour among the stakeholders. In that regard, we call on Member States to contribute and share their experiences and expertise to ensure maximum preparation and support for the Multinational Security Support Mission’s operation.”

    2023-10-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9430 (2023) · source

43. “I would like to start by conveying our best wishes to you, Sir, for your presidency, and thanking Albania for its successful presidency last month. I would first like to thank the co-penholders, Ecuador and the United States, for their leadership during today’s negotiations on resolution 2699 (2023). Japan voted in favour of the resolution because of the gravity of the situation in Haiti, where the levels of violence and criminal activity are escalating and the need for effective international support in response to the Haitian Government’s repeated appeals is urgent. We are very pleased that the Council was able to come together today to authorize the deployment of the Multinational Security Support Mission to Haiti in support of the efforts of the Haitian National Police.”

    2023-10-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9430 (2023) · source

44. “We are concerned about the reports of violence, including sexual violence, and abuse perpetrated against detained refugees and migrants, as well as of their arbitrary detention. Japan calls on Libyan actors to fully respect human rights and welcomes the efforts of the United Nations and regional organizations to support Libya in that regard. I would like to conclude my statement by reiterating Japan’s commitment to actively participating in the international efforts to end the tragedy.”

    2023-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9428 (2023) · source

45. “Japan welcomes Member States’ continuous efforts to rescue migrants, intercept boats and prevent and combat the smuggling and trafficking of persons off the coast of Libya. Japan echoes the Secretary-General’s call for a holistic approach to address the root causes of irregular migration, which is needed more than ever. The Panel of Experts of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) concerning Libya reports that it has identified eight human trafficking and migrant smuggling routes in Libya, with elements in 17 Member States, including African, Asian and European countries. The international community must show solidarity to tackle the problems in the migrants’ countries of origin. The human rights of refugees and migrants must be upheld.”

    2023-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9428 (2023) · source

46. “I thank Director Menikdiwela and Director Liljert for their briefings. With regard to the draft resolution that will renew the authorization set forth in resolution 2240 (2015), Japan supports the co-penholders’ efforts to seek a constructive compromise among Security Council members. It is shocking that more than 3,000 persons died or went missing in the Mediterranean Sea between August 2022 and June 2023. Japan expresses its deepest condolences to their families. Such tragic and unacceptable loss of life must end. It is also reported that almost 170,000 people arrived in Europe between September 2022 and July 2023. While many of them departed from Libya and Tunisia, we should not consider that flow of people as merely a local issue in North Africa. International and regional collective efforts are required to solve the problem.”

    2023-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9428 (2023) · source

47. “By contrast, reducing civic space and obstructing legitimate political campaigns will further divide the population. MONUSCO has a significant role to play in providing support for conducting the elections in December. Japan remains committed to the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. We are determined to continue working together with all stakeholders for sustainable peace and stability in the region.”

    2023-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9427 (2023) · source

48. “Our continuous efforts to mitigate ongoing human security crises are imperative, especially in conflict- affected areas, and we must uphold the humanitarian- development-peacenexusapproach. Peopleinoverflowing internally displaced person camps, especially women and children, are vulnerable to violations and abuses of their human rights. In partnership with the United Nations Population Fund, Japan has been helping with the prevention and the aftercare of gender-based violence, as well as with reproductive health, by providing mobile clinics in the North Kivu region. Finally, strengthening social cohesion is fundamental for sustainable stability. We have been observing preparations for national and local elections gearing up. Winning people’s confidence and building unity require free, fair, inclusive, peaceful and transparent elections.”

    2023-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9427 (2023) · source

49. “The recent extension of the mandate of the East African Community regional force is a positive development. Building upon that, ongoing regional initiatives, including the Nairobi and Luanda processes, should gain renewed momentum. Support of any kind to armed groups exacerbates an already worsening regional situation and must be stopped immediately. To avoid creating a security vacuum, Government-led security sector reform remains an urgent task. Japan continues to support the Democratic Republic of the Congo Government’s efforts to develop community policing through capacity- and institution-building. The Mission’s responsible withdrawal must also be accompanied by the concomitant establishment of an effective presence of State authorities ensuring the rule of law.”

    2023-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9427 (2023) · source

50. “Creating feasible conditions for that requires close and constructive cooperation among all stakeholders guided by strong ownership by the host country. The prioritized benchmarks are the key guideline for our coordinated efforts. For furtherance of our collective endeavour, I would like to highlight the following points. First, ensuring the protection of civilians is the fundamental element for any future reconfiguration of MONUSCO. We are concerned by reports of a significant increase in the number of human rights violations, including gender-based violence and casualties, due to the growing deadliness of attacks by armed groups, especially in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. We commend MONUSCO for its dedication to providing safe spaces for local people.”

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