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Shringla

lines on the record: 50
first: 2021-07-15
most recent: 2022-03-23
sittings or episodes: 9
sources: un-security-council

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“India will continue to partner with the Arab countries in their efforts to achieve regional peace, stability and prosperity and will continue to work with the League of Arab States in combating terrorism and in promoting tolerance and pluralism.”
2022-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9001 (2022) · source
“The cooperation between the United Nations and the League of Arab States is of critical importance when it comes to the Middle East peace process. Both organizations must make concerted efforts to support the reactivation of the Middle East peace process, in line with the two-State solution based on the internationally agreed framework and previous agreements between the parties. India welcomes the agreement for normalization of relations between countries in the region, which we believe will contribute to greater peace and stability in the region. Let me conclude by expressing India’s steadfast support for a closer, meaningful and sustained cooperation between the United Nations and the League of Arab States for the benefit of the region.”
2022-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9001 (2022) · source
“Regular and frequent consultations with the League of Arab States and its members on peace initiatives in the region would contribute to achieving common solutions and meaningful outcomes. Secondly, efforts must be made to achieve comprehensive coordination at the field level, especially through regular coordination between the United Nations special representatives and envoys and the League of Arab States. Thirdly, engagement with the League and its members in post-conflict peacebuilding through reconstruction and economic development is equally important. Fourthly, ensuring the stability of countries concerned and the region and the welfare of people, especially women and minorities, should be at the forefront of all such efforts.”
2022-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9001 (2022) · source
“Today’s meeting provides us with a valuable opportunity to take a closer look at the cooperation between the United Nations and the League of Arab States. We underline that the Arab States can further contribute to our joint endeavour for peace, for the sake of the people of the region, in general, and for women and minorities, in particular. We take note of the positive trajectory of the cooperation, including through the United Nations Liaison Office in Cairo and the practice of annual briefings by the Secretary- General to the Security Council. In this regard, I would like to submit four proposals — specific suggestions for consideration by the Council. First, there must be greater policy synergy between the two organizations.”
2022-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9001 (2022) · source
“Several other initiatives to deepen our engagement with the League of Arab States have also been conceptualized, including the Energy Symposium, the Media Symposium and the first edition of the Arab-India Energy Forum, which was successfully convened a few months ago. The League of Arab States has contributed positively to security and stability in the region. Its States members are significant troop- and police-contributors to United Nations peacekeeping forces. The Arab States are among the largest donors of humanitarian assistance to countries facing armed conflict in the region. The League has played an important role in the areas of mediation and conflict prevention and resolution in the region.”
2022-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9001 (2022) · source
“Today countries from the Arab world are host to more than 9 million Indians, and India’s wide-ranging partnership with these countries encompasses every aspect of human endeavour, from agriculture, trade, commerce and education to clean energy, counter- terrorism and new technologies. India and the League of Arab States signed a memorandum of understanding two decades ago for institutionalizing a regular dialogue process to forge a partnership for the future. It led to the creation of the India-League of Arab States Forum, during which progressive cooperation in several fields such as energy, environmental protection, investment, food security, science and technology, and human resource development were agreed upon.”
2022-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9001 (2022) · source
“For over a millennium, the Arab world has been a cradle of human civilization, given its strategic location. Developments in the Arab world have influenced our shared history, and they continue to have a profound impact globally. The challenges confronted by the region today and how we address them will have a critical bearing on international peace and security. India and the Arab world share a civilizational relationship, underpinned by strong people-to-people relations and commercial and cultural ties. Trade between India and the Arab region through the Indian Ocean flourished for several centuries, even before the advent of modern commerce. Not very long ago, the Indian rupee was legal tender in parts of the Arab world.”
2022-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9001 (2022) · source
“At the outset, let me extend my felicitations to His Excellency Mr. Khalifa Shaheen Almarar, Minister of State of the United Arab Emirates, for presiding over today’s meeting on cooperation between the United Nations and the League of Arab States. I also welcome the presence of the Secretary- General and the Secretary-General of the League of Arab States and thank them for their valuable insights. I would like to thank the representative of civil society, Ms. Razan Farhan Alaqil, for her briefing. Let me take this opportunity to congratulate the delegation of the United Arab Emirates for its steadfast stewardship of the Security Council this month, as well as for successfully piloting the draft presidential statement in the Council on United Nations-League of Arab States cooperation.”
2022-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9001 (2022) · source
“With the objective of strengthening the non-proliferation architecture, India has also joined various export-control regimes, namely, the Australia Group, the Wassenaar Arrangement and the Missile Technology Control Regime, and has harmonized its controls with the Nuclear Suppliers Group lists. We hope that the international community will continue to work towards realizing our collective aspiration for a nuclear-weapon-free world. In closing, I would like to recognize the efforts of the United Nations Secretariat and the United Nations Office of Disarmament Affairs towards the goal of a nuclear-weapon-free world.”
2021-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8865 (2021) · source
“One of the important steps we have undertaken in this context is the piloting, since 2002, of an annual General Assembly resolution on measures to prevent terrorists from acquiring weapons of mass destruction, which is adopted by consensus (see, e.g., General Assembly resolution 75/58). Resolution 1540 (2004) is an important instrument for global non-proliferation efforts. There is a need for the international community to pay closer attention to the illicit proliferation of networks of nuclear weapons, their delivery systems, components and relevant technologies.”
2021-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8865 (2021) · source
“Furthermore, through its membership in the earlier and the current groups of governmental experts, India has contributed to the GGE on nuclear disarmament verification, which will meet later this year in Geneva. India has actively supported and contributed to the strengthening of the global nuclear security architecture. India participates in the Nuclear Security Summit process and has regularly participated in the International Conference on Nuclear Security organized by the International Atomic Energy Agency. India is also a member of the Nuclear Security Contact Group. India is a key partner in global non-proliferation efforts.”
2021-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8865 (2021) · source
“As the world’s sole multilateral disarmament negotiating forum, the Conference on Disarmament is well placed to advance the global disarmament agenda and negotiate legally binding instruments on items on its core agenda. Without prejudice to the priority we attach to nuclear disarmament, India has expressed his readiness to support the commencement of negotiations on a draft fissile-material cut-off treaty (FMCT) in the Conference on Disarmament on the basis of the mandate contained in document CD/1299. In this context, India has also participated in the work of the Group of Governmental Experts (GGE) on the FMCT and the high-level FMCT expert preparatory group.”
2021-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8865 (2021) · source
“As to the theme of today’s discussion, India participated in the negotiations of the draft Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) in the Conference on Disarmament, but it could not join the CTBT, as the Treaty did not address a number of core concerns raised by India. India maintains a voluntary, unilateral moratorium on nuclear-explosive testing. Further, India would continue to work in the framework of the disarmament triad consisting of the Conference on Disarmament, the United Nations Disarmament Commission and the First Committee of the General Assembly to strengthen nuclear disarmament and the non-proliferation architecture.”
2021-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8865 (2021) · source
“India was the first country to call for a ban on nuclear testing, in 1954, and for a non-discriminatory treaty on the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons, as distinct from non-dissemination, in 1965. India is committed to the goal of a nuclear-weapon-free world and the complete elimination of nuclear weapons, consistent with the highest priority accorded to nuclear disarmament by the final document of the first special session of the General Assembly devoted to disarmament. We believe that this goal can be achieved through a step-by-step process underwritten by universal commitment and an agreed global and non-discriminatory multilateral framework, as outlined in India’s working paper on nuclear disarmament, submitted to the General Assembly in 2006 (A/C.1/61/5, annex).”
2021-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8865 (2021) · source
“Mr. President, I would like to thank you for giving us this opportunity to express our views on the issues of nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation. I would also take this opportunity to congratulate you, Sir, and the delegation of Ireland for a very successful presidency of the Security Council this month. I would like to thank Mrs. Izumi Nakamitsu, High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, Mr. Robert Floyd, Executive Secretary of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO), and Ms. Magdalene Wangui Wanyaga, CTBTO youth group member, for their briefings. India has played a leading role in global efforts towards nuclear disarmament.”
2021-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8865 (2021) · source
“As we end our presidency, I know I speak on behalf of the Council in wishing the delegation of Ireland good luck in the month of September. The meeting rose at 3.40 p.m.”
2021-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8848 (2021) · source
“There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. Before adjourning the meeting, as this is the last scheduled meeting of the Security Council for the month of August, I would like to express the sincere appreciation of the delegation of India to the members of the Council — and to the Council’s secretariat — for all the support they have extended to us during the month. It has indeed been a busy month — and one in which we have rallied to seek consensus on several important issues within our purview. We could not have done it without the hard work, support and cooperation of every delegation and the representatives of the Secretariat, including the technical support personnel, conference service officers, interpreters, translators, verbatim reporters and security personnel.”
2021-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8848 (2021) · source
“The draft resolution received 13 votes in favour, none against and 2 abstentions. The draft resolution has been adopted as resolution 2593 (2021). I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements following the voting.”
2021-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8848 (2021) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document S/2021/762, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by France, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the United States of America. The Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by show of hands. In favour: Estonia, France, India, Ireland, Kenya, Mexico, Niger, Norway, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Tunisia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America, Viet Nam Against: None Abstaining: China, Russian Federation”
2021-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8848 (2021) · source
“There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I will now adjourn the meeting so that the Council can continue its discussion of the subject in closed consultations. The meeting rose at noon.”
2021-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8847 (2021) · source
“Given our long-standing and firm commitment to the establishment of a sovereign, independent and viable State of Palestine, within secure, recognized and mutually agreed borders, living side by side with Israel in peace and security, India will remain fully supportive of all efforts to restart the peace process. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I shall now give the floor to the other members of the Council who wish to make statements.”
2021-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8847 (2021) · source
“India’s development cooperation with Palestine is also geared towards that objective. We have assisted in building schools and setting up information and communications technology and vocational training centres, a technology park and a national printing press and are supporting several other quick-impact community projects in Palestine. High-level interaction between Israel and Palestine contributes to a better environment for the resumption of direct peace negotiations. We hope to see an early commencement of those negotiations between the two sides, as they provide the best opportunity to resolve all final-status issues and achieve a two-State solution. The international community, and the Middle East Quartet in particular, has an important role to play in reviving those negotiations.”
2021-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8847 (2021) · source
“We note the progress in the legal challenge to the eviction of Palestinian families in Sheikh Jarrah and underscore the need for respecting the historic status quo in East Jerusalem and its neighbourhoods. We also urge parties to refrain from unilateral measures that undermine the viability of a two-State solution. Amid those concerns, the decision taken by Israel to increase the number of work permits issued to Palestinians will help strengthen both the Palestinian and Israeli economies. Furthermore, the recognition of coronavirus disease vaccination certificates issued by the Palestinian Authority and the facilitation of the passage of patients from the Gaza Strip to the West Bank are also positive signs. India welcomes all measures that create greater opportunities for the socioeconomic development of the Palestinian people.”
2021-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8847 (2021) · source
“The recent agreement for the resumption of cash assistance to needy Palestinian families in the Gaza Strip is an important development, as it would provide much needed relief for those families. We also appreciate the work of agencies like the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East and the World Food Programme to ensure the delivery of critical aid to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. The West Bank continues to witness incidents of violence and clashes between Palestinians and Israeli security forces. Both sides must desist from provocative actions, in the interest of peace and stability.”
2021-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8847 (2021) · source
“I reaffirm India’s call for the regular and predictable transfer of aid and other essential items to Gaza to ease the humanitarian situation and facilitate early reconstruction, as well as for the appropriate use of such aid. It is also important that the international donor community support the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip through the Palestinian Authority. We take note of the incremental relaxation of restrictions for the entry of commodities into the Gaza Strip and urge the parties to work together to ensure timely access to such relief for the Palestinians. That would create conditions that will help in preventing another round of escalation.”
2021-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8847 (2021) · source
“I thank Mr. Wennesland for his briefing. I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the Foreign Secretary of India. I thank Special Coordinator Tor Wennesland for his briefing. I also note the presence of the representatives of Israel and Palestine in the Chamber. We are concerned by the recent escalation in the Gaza Strip, which once again underscores the fragility of the ceasefire and the urgent need for addressing the underlying causes that triggered the escalation. We call on all parties to the conflict to respect the ceasefire and refrain from acts that could exacerbate tensions and worsen the security situation. We recognize the efforts made by the United Nations and countries of the region to prevent the hostilities from escalating into another military conflict.”
2021-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8847 (2021) · source
“In accordance with rule 39 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite Mr. Tor Wennesland, Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I give the floor to Mr. Wennesland.”
2021-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8847 (2021) · source
“The draft resolution received 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 2592 (2021). I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council wishing to make statements after the voting.”
2021-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8846 (2021) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document S/2021/760, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2021/723, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on Somalia. The Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by show of hands. In favour: China, Estonia, France, India, Ireland, Kenya, Mexico, Niger, Norway, Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Tunisia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America, Viet Nam”
2021-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8846 (2021) · source
“The draft resolution received 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 2591 (2021). The meeting rose at 10.15 a.m.”
2021-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8845 (2021) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document S/2021/757, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by France. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2021/707, which contains the text of a letter dated 4 August 2021 from the Secretary-General addressed to the President of the Security Council. The Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by show of hands. In favour: China, Estonia, France, India, Ireland, Kenya, Mexico, Niger, Norway, Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Tunisia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America, Viet Nam”
2021-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8845 (2021) · source
“The draft resolution received 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 2590 (2021). The meeting rose at 10.10 a.m.”
2021-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8844 (2021) · source
“In favour: China, Estonia, France, India, Ireland, Kenya, Mexico, Niger, Norway, Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Tunisia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America, Viet Nam”
2021-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8844 (2021) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document S/2021/750, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by France. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2021/714, which contains the text of a letter dated 6 August 2021 from the Panel of Experts on Mali established pursuant to resolution 2374 (2017) addressed to the President of the Security Council. The Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by show of hands.”
2021-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8844 (2021) · source
“To conclude, we call upon all States to respect and adhere to the Charter of the United Nations, international humanitarian law and humanitarian principles. That alone will prevent any further shrinkage of the humanitarian space. India remains committed to working with the international community to address the global humanitarian challenges in an effective and comprehensive manner.”
2021-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8822 (2021) · source
“There needs to be zero tolerance for terrorism. Sanctioning individuals and entities perpetrating serious violations of international humanitarian law, especially attacks on humanitarian and medical personnel, is an effective tool for the Council to check and cease violations. We believe that such measures should have wider regional and international support, in the absence of which there may be further deterioration of the humanitarian crisis and shrinking of humanitarian space. For example, in the context of Syria, both the Secretary-General and the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs have repeatedly spoken about the worsening impact of such measures on humanitarian operations on the ground.”
2021-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8822 (2021) · source
“Member States must take all measures to implement resolutions 2175 (2014) and 2286 (2016) to ensure the protection of humanitarian personnel and actors. Ensuring accountability for serious violations of international humanitarian law remains one of the key challenges before us. States must accord a high priority to addressing that issue. We must assist national authorities in developing capabilities and capacities to strengthen their national legal frameworks and related structures to investigate and prosecute the perpetrators. Terrorism further compounds the twin problems of violence against humanitarian personnel and lack of accountability. Access to new and emerging technologies has enhanced the capacities of terrorist groups to obstruct humanitarian action, including safe and unhindered access for medical and humanitarian agencies.”
2021-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8822 (2021) · source
“The Council must avoid the politicization of humanitarian work and of humanitarian actors involved in conflict. Humanitarian action should not be used as a ploy to undermine the territorial integrity of States. Too often we have seen humanitarian assistance being linked to coercive measures by external players in order to force outcomes desired by them. Such actions run the risk of being counter-productive in achieving a resolution of the conflict itself and could further shrink the necessary space for much-needed humanitarian action or assistance. Violence against humanitarian workers in situations of armed conflict remains a matter of serious concern. I extend condolences to the families of the 99 humanitarian workers who were reported to be killed over the past year. We strongly condemn attacks against humanitarian personnel.”
2021-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8822 (2021) · source
“However, international humanitarian assistance, when provided, must be given impartially, in accordance with the guiding principles outlined in General Assembly resolution 46/182 and other relevant resolutions. India remains committed to preserving the principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality and independence in responding to all humanitarian situations. Being party to all four Geneva Conventions, India’s legal framework is fully aligned with supporting the principles of international humanitarian law and its implementation. We also believe that respect for the principles of the Charter of the United Nations, including the sovereignty, political independence and territorial integrity of Member States, should remain the basis for all humanitarian actions taken by the Council.”
2021-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8822 (2021) · source
“High importance was attached to distinguishing between combatants and non-combatants during armed conflicts. In a Dharma-yuddha, or righteous war, civilians were not attacked; on the contrary, they had to be protected. In that regard, we condemn the killing yesterday of an Indian photo journalist, Danish Sidiqui, while he was on a reporting assignment in Kandahar, Afghanistan. I extend our sincerest condolences to his bereaved family. The complex nature of humanitarian situations around the world today demands the urgent attention of the Council. We believe that the primary responsibility for providing protection and assistance in a humanitarian crisis lies with the country concerned and its national Government.”
2021-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8822 (2021) · source
“Most of those are caused by armed conflicts, which severely impact the lives of millions of innocent civilians. The coronavirus disease pandemic has further exacerbated that situation. While international humanitarian law, as we see it today, has its genesis in the recent past, civilizations and cultures throughout history have developed rules of warfare for the protection of non-combatants and civilian populations. The humanitarian law principles found their existence in India long before modern humanitarian jurisprudence evolved. India has followed the path of Dharma, or righteous conduct, and provided refuge to persecuted people over centuries. The Dharma-based norms for armed conflict in ancient India were founded on the principles of humanity and humanitarian norms and had many rules protecting civilians during conflict.”
2021-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8822 (2021) · source
“Mr. Shringla (India) (spoke in French): I would like to begin by thanking the delegation of France for having taken the initiative to organize this meeting on an important issue. France is a key advocate for the protection of humanitarian space, and this timely initiative deserves our appreciation. (spoke in English) I thank Ms. Amina Mohammed, Deputy Secretary- General, and Mr. Robert Mardini, Director-General of the International Committee of the Red Cross, for their comprehensive briefings. I also thank Ms. Lucile Grosjean of Action Against Hunger for sharing her insights. I would also like to welcome the presence of the Foreign Ministers of Kenya, Mexico and Tunisia at today’s meeting. The world today is engulfed in a range of humanitarian crises.”
2021-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8822 (2021) · source
“The contributions made by Indian enterprises and professionals in critical sectors like energy, manufacturing, education and health care continue to support the Libyan economy and society to this day. India remains committed to supporting Libya and the Libyan people in their endeavour to bring about lasting peace in their country. To that end, we look forward to working with the Government of National Unity in providing capacity-building and training assistance in mutually identified areas.”
2021-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8820 (2021) · source
“The international community must speak in one voice against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. Fifthly, we need to plan for the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of armed groups and non-State armed actors. We appreciate the fact that the United Nations Support Mission in Libya is prepared to render assistance to Libya in that process. Finally, an inclusive and comprehensive national reconciliation process is the need of the hour. We hope that all the parties concerned will engage sincerely in that endeavour. We also urge the international community to support such a process. India has traditionally enjoyed close and mutually beneficial ties with Libya.”
2021-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8820 (2021) · source
“The continued presence and activities of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) in Libya, as illustrated by the latest report (see S/2021/68) of the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015), concerning ISIL (Da’esh), Al-Qaida and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and entities, is of serious concern. The report indicates the spread of terrorist activities into the Sahel region as well. Libya has become a logistics platform for Al-Qaida affiliates in Mali. This is a matter of grave concern due to the potential cascading effect it could have throughout the Sahel region. It is unfortunate that the issue is not receiving the attention it deserves.”
2021-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8820 (2021) · source
“In that regard, we welcome the independent audit of the Central Bank. Thirdly, the provisions of the ceasefire agreement and successive Security Council resolutions need to be respected. Unfortunately, those provisions, in particular those related to the withdrawal of foreign forces and mercenaries, continue to be violated. It is equally alarming that the arms embargo continues to be blatantly violated, as repeatedly reported by the Panel of Experts on Libya. There needs to be a serious discussion within the Council on what further measures could be taken to ensure that the decisions of the Council on the withdrawal of foreign forces are implemented so that sustainable peace and stability can prevail in Libya. Fourthly, we must ensure that terrorist groups and affiliated entities are not allowed to operate unchallenged in Libya.”
2021-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8820 (2021) · source
“The Libyan parties, in particular the members of the Libyan Political Dialogue Forum, need to continue consultations among themselves in order to arrive at a workable solution as soon as possible. We would also urge the House of Representatives and the High Council of State to frame the required legislation for the conduct of elections. At the same time, we encourage the High National Elections Commission to fully prepare for the upcoming elections. Secondly, the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of Libya needs to be safeguarded. The peace process must be fully Libyan-led and -owned, with no impositions or external interference. We also encourage all Libyan parties to continue to make concerted efforts towards the unification of all national institutions.”
2021-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8820 (2021) · source
“The next six months will be critical for Libya as it embarks on a journey towards peace and stability. It is incumbent upon the international community and, the Security Council in particular, to continue to provide support to Libya in this critical phase. Today’s meeting will therefore help in conveying a message to all stakeholders in Libya. In that regard, I would like to make several suggestions. First, elections need to be held as planned on 24 December 2021 in a free and fair manner. In order to achieve that, it is vital that the constitutional basis for conducting elections be agreed upon early. Regrettably, consensus in that regard is still elusive.”
2021-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8820 (2021) · source
“There has been a sense of cautious optimism with regard to the situation in Libya over the past few months, especially since the signing of the ceasefire agreement on 23 October 2020. The Council witnessed and welcomed the political progress achieved, including the establishment of the Government of National Unity charged with the conduct of elections on 24 December 2021. However, as we heard from the Special Envoy, despite the progress, there is still cause for concern. The security situation remains fragile despite a reduction in violence. The adverse impact of the conflict on the economy has been exacerbated by the pandemic and disintegrating financial institutions. The involvement of external forces in the internal affairs of Libya has negatively impacted the progress on the political track.”
2021-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8820 (2021) · source
“Mr. Shringla (India) (spoke in French): At the outset, I would like to thank Mr. Jean-Yves Le Drian, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of France, for presiding over this high-level ministerial meeting on Libya. I also thank Special Envoy Mr. Ján Kubiš for his informative briefing. (spoke in English) I would also like to welcome Mr. Abdul Hamid Mohammed Dbeibah, Prime Minister of Libya, as well as the other ministers present and Mr. Aboul Gheit, Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, for today’s briefing. I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Germany for hosting the second Berlin Conference on Libya last month. We fully support its conclusions.”
2021-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8820 (2021) · source