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Singer Weisinger

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first: 2018-12-06
most recent: 2020-11-17
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“First, youth, including young women, must be involved as stakeholders in the design, implementation and monitoring of transitional justice processes, including truth-seeking, reparation and reconciliation programmes. Secondly, young people serve as a fabric for integrating the commitments assumed in peace agreements and processes, being natural transmitters of historical memory so that future generations may learn from conflict thereby ensuring long-term sustainability. Thirdly, young people should be recognized for their key role in the raising of awareness and understanding of the dynamics of conflict within their countries and promoting the urgency of rebuilding relationships among marginalized communities.”
2019-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8668 (2019) · source
“In peacebuilding and reconciliation processes, we often pay attention to parties to conflicts and forget those affected by them. Women, for example, have taken on an important role in reconciliation processes in Colombia, Guatemala, Liberia, Northern Ireland and the Philippines, just to mention a few. It is clear that the inclusion of women contributes to a holistic understanding of what reconciliation requires, increasing the chances of success. I would like at this point to acknowledge the work of Ms. Ilwad Elman and underline the excellent work that has been done by young people in this area with the following three points.”
2019-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8668 (2019) · source
“We therefore insist that ending the climate of impunity is vital to restoring confidence, including through the prosecution of perpetrators of violence and by providing the due reparation to the victims of the conflict. Brutal memories of past abuses take years to heal. In order to sow the seeds of reconciliation, it is therefore necessary to use the potential of educational institutions in their role as centres of social cohesion, reconciliation and belonging when they promote understanding and recognition of diversity. We must further channel reconciliation efforts into the programmatic work of United Nations agencies, considering that they have vast experience and such tools as impartiality and neutrality to contribute to reconciliation.”
2019-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8668 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): Mr. President, it is a pleasure to have you with us in the Security Council today. We would thank you, Sir, for the presiding over this debate, and thank the Secretary-General and the briefers for orienting us with their experiences and recommendations. Reconciliation plays an important role in the processes of building and sustaining peace. In order to achieve long-term success in reconciliation efforts, we must prioritize the rebuilding of the rule of law and the strengthening of State institutions, as well as the confidence of those affected by conflict with those institutions. Otherwise, it becomes impossible to guarantee security, with impunity remaining the rule and economic activities being severely disrupted.”
2019-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8668 (2019) · source
“We urge all stakeholders in the conflict and the international community as a whole to work towards a successful conference in Berlin with a view to bringing back the peace and stability that the Libyan people desire and deserve so much.”
2019-11-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8667 (2019) · source
“We are also concerned about the growing number of reports of the participation of foreign fighters in the internal conflict in Libya, which we believe is exacerbating the already critical situation. Added to that are flagrant Violations of the arms embargo, as identified in the report of the Panel of Experts. The current trend of using increasingly sophisticated and lethal military equipment, such as armed drones, guided missiles and more, is disturbing. The strict implementation of the arms embargo is crucial to the protection of civilians and the restoration of security and stability to Libya and the rest of the region. Finally, we call on the parties to resume negotiations, without preconditions. There can be no military solution to the situation in Libya. The key is and always will be dialogue.”
2019-11-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8667 (2019) · source
“Although the numbers of migrants attempting to reach European coasts have fallen, the mortality rate among those attempting the journey across the Mediterranean has increased significantly compared to last year. In that regard, I would like to take a moment to refer to a study recently published by the IOM. and the World Food Programme, which concludes that the main factors driving those migrants to attempt the crossing include economic issues, insecurity, conflict, hunger, environmental degradation and climate-related shocks. We have seen once again how those factors not only have a disastrous impact on people but also wider regional effects on an alarming scale.”
2019-11-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8667 (2019) · source
“The Dominican Republic firmly condemns the acts of violence committed against civilians and civilian infrastructure in violation of international humanitarian law, and which disproportionately affect the most vulnerable groups, especially children. The humanitarian situation resulting from those factors remains a matter of concern. According to the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the numbers of internally displaced persons have increased considerably in recent months, following the military campaign that began in April. We regret the fact that this situation has created a scenario that has led to an increase in the number of victims of human trafficking and enormous challenges for the protection of the civilian population in general.”
2019-11-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8667 (2019) · source
“We note with concern the rapid shrinking of the public space available for Libyan women and young people to express their opinions and participate actively in political processes, as well as the continuing threats, intimidation and violence, including sexual and gender- based violations, that they are subjected to. We call on the Libyan authorities to protect and promote the rights of women, including those of human rights defenders, so that they can do their work without fear of reprisals, and to support their full and active participation in the public arena and in political processes. In that regard, we think it is essential to hold systematic consultations with women, youth and indigenous peoples in support of the work of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya.”
2019-11-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8667 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): At the outset, I would like to acknowledge the presence here today of the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Libya, and to welcome him to the Security Council. We are grateful for the efforts and commendable work of Mr. Salame and his team on the ground. We also thank Ms. Rida Al Tubuly for the information she presented, especially on the impact of the conflict on the most vulnerable groups. It is at such times of great challenges that the admirable work done by organizations such as Together We Build It, which Ms. Al Tubuly leads, is so crucial.”
2019-11-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8667 (2019) · source
“These arrangements must not only be made in close coordination with the relevant international refugee entities, but also with a view to maintaining these people's security and dignity by ensuring their meaningful participation in decisions about their future. Finally, we commend the holding of the first meeting of the Constitutional Committee in October. We reiterate our commitment to the broad political process and the inclusive and renewed spirit fostered by the Special Envoy. We insist that this element of the process must be supported by even greater confidence-building measures that can have a tangible impact for the Syrian population. Achieving a national ceasefire and releasing detainees and information on missing persons are only a few examples of these kinds of urgent measures.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8664 (2019) · source
“The situation in the north-east of Syria has become a matter of deep concern for the Dominican Republic, in particular because of the consequences of insecurity and uncertainty among the population, as well as the hundreds of thousands who have had to flee as a result of the recent hostilities. The humanitarian needs of these people on the move go far beyond the physical. There is also a psychological component that will be incredibly difficult to overcome. And we must focus attention on the millions of refugees currently in Turkey. While recognizing Turkey's immense generosity and humanitarian vocation, we would like to emphasize the importance of the arrangements for repatriating millions of these refugees to the so-called safe zone.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8664 (2019) · source
“I wonder what would happen if from January onwards it were not possible to facilitate humanitarian access in order to provide them with the provisions they need to shield themselves from the cold. Asking such questions would not be necessary if the parties to the conflict fulfilled their responsibility under international humanitarian law to protect the civilian population and make their livelihoods viable. The obstruction of and attacks on civilian health, water and electricity infrastructure are a flagrant violation of those principles and have an immediate negative impact on people's lives and dignity. I take this opportunity to express our support for the recently established board of inquiry into the incidents in north-west Syria, and we hope that at least part of its conclusions and recommendations will be made public.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8664 (2019) · source
“We believe that this has been a fundamental instrument used by the Security Council to illustrate that, when efforts and willingness are united towards a single goal, it is possible to make decisions that impact the lives and health of real people who would otherwise not be able to survive. We know that with each military escalation the humanitarian needs of the population deepen and increase. We therefore View with much regret a new surge in hostilities in Idlib, where we are already seeing camps for displaced persons reach maximum capacity and where the imminent arrival of winter presents the moral obligation to urgently satisfy those necessities. With another winter, what will happen to the thousands of people who, after the wave of hostilities that began in April, are still without shelter?”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8664 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): We thank Mr. Lowcock for his briefing. We particularly appreciate the valuable impressions that he shared with us following his recent field visit. We listened very carefully to his remarks on the cross-border humanitarian operation, which provides assistance to approximately 4 million people in the north of the Syrian Arab Republic. In that regard, we express our strong commitment to the renewal of resolution 2165 (2014) for another year, which has saved the lives of millions of affected people through the cross-border mechanism since 2014.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8664 (2019) · source
“We would like to conclude by thanking United Nations police personnel for their dedication, where they risk their lives daily to protect the most vulnerable and in the pursuit of lasting and sustainable peacebuilding.”
2019-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8661 (2019) · source
“Lacroix to tell us about initiatives of the United Nations Police Division to increase the number of female police officers and to integrate a gender perspective into the operations of the police component? Lastly, we express our commitment to and support for the Secretary-General's Action for Peacekeeping initiative and its shared commitments. We believe that the achievements of United Nations policing are intrinsically connected to the realization of the ideal of sustaining peace. However, all the goals that we have set and committed ourselves to cannot be achieved without a genuine understanding of the root causes of conflicts, supported by prevention and early-warning efforts.”
2019-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8661 (2019) · source
“We appreciate the fact that the number offemale chiefs ofpolice components has increased. However, women remain underrepresented in positions at the senior level. Increasing their presence in police forces opens channels of communication for women and girls on the ground, while addressing their protection concerns and immediate needs. We therefore take this opportunity to congratulate Major Seynabou Diouf- an officer in the Senegalese National Police who is deployed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, leading a force to counter sexual abuse and exploitation - on having recently received the United Nations Female Police Officer of the Year Award. We would also like to ask Mr.”
2019-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8661 (2019) · source
“By "training", we also mean a people-centred approach to justice, the rule of law and due process, as well as human rights, child protection, conflict-related sexual violence and gender- based violence, without forgetting the importance of communicating with communities in their own language. Police-contributing countries must redouble their efforts in shouldering their responsibility in that regard. I should like to ask Mr. Lacroix where he believes major gaps exist in the predeployment training required for police personnel and what impact such shortcomings might have on the ground? Peace operations must be inclusive and responsive, and therefore the oversight of gender issues must be ensured in the design, planning, implementation and evaluation of peace operations.”
2019-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8661 (2019) · source
“We also stress the importance of developing close cooperation with national authorities, communities and civil society in order to reach all sectors of society in promoting the rule of law, which is why we believe it important to increase the percentage of police officers in peacekeeping operations. We appreciate the United Nations efforts to ensure that police-contributing countries meet required standards, in the knowledge that deployment and training challenges remain. As has been highlighted in the latest reports of the Secretary-General on police activities, training and adequately equipping police personnel prior to deployment and the selection of qualified police units are crucial.”
2019-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8661 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): We thank Mr. Jean-Pierre Lacroix, the Police Commissioners from various peace missions and Ms. Marie-Joseph Fitah-Kona as the representative of a host country. The police component is an integral part of the peace and security architecture, and we must therefore enhance its role in that regard. We recognize the major role that police units play on the ground in bridging the tasks related to United Nations peacekeeping and peacebuilding, which demonstrates the need for coordination between police and military components, together with humanitarian and civilian components.”
2019-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8661 (2019) · source
“Furthermore, we should not forget the preventive and deterrent role of the Court, which is fundamental to reducing violations of fundamental rights and restoring peace to Libyan society.”
2019-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8660 (2019) · source
“Al-Werfalli, despite having been accused of having murdered 43 people, has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Libyan National Army, which is unbelievable. We wish to once again reiterate the urgent need for the Libyan authorities to cooperate with the Office of the Prosecutor. Without that commitment, we will not be able to see the desired results of her term. We call on Council members to continue to encourage cooperation between the Libyan authorities and the International Criminal Court so as to execute outstanding arrest warrants. As the international community, we are committed to maintaining international peace and security. We must therefore rally behind the efforts of Prosecutor Bensouda to end impunity in Libya.”
2019-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8660 (2019) · source
“In that regard, the Dominican Republic wishes to emphasize the importance that countries recognize the complementary role played by the International Criminal Court in ensuring the prosecution, investigation and punishment of crimes against humanity and war crimes. We therefore welcome the focus on strategic cooperation and coordination with Libya and other States, in line with the Strategic Plan for 2019-2021 of the Office of the Prosecutor of the Court. In addition, we welcome updates on the progress in the trial of Mr. Saif Al-Islam Gaddafi. We await the outcome of the upcoming hearings. We regret the fact that there has not been progress with respect to the cases against Mr. Al-Werfalli, Mr. Al-Tuhamy and Mr. Al-Senussi. However, above all, we regret receiving the news that Mr.”
2019-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8660 (2019) · source
“The Dominican Republic supports and echoes the call by Prosecutor Bensouda on the parties to the conflict to respect the norms of international humanitarian law, emphasizing the need to protect civilians and civilian infrastructure, such as hospitals, schools and detention centres. We would also like to express our deep concern with regard to the migrants and refugees in Libya. Incidents such as the horrific bombing of the detention centre in Tajoura must be stopped and those responsible brought to justice. In that regard, we encourage further investigation and review of evidence relating to crimes committed against migrants and refugees in official and unofficial detention centres in order to bring a case before the Court if the relevant legal requirements are met.”
2019-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8660 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): We thank Prosecutor Bensouda for her usual enlightening words and applaud the efforts of her Office to bring about justice and peace for the Victims in Libya. We would like to begin by expressing our deepest condolences to the families of the civilians who died in recent months, in particular the families of United Nations staff, victims of the heinous acts in Benghazi. The loss of innocent lives affects us all. We therefore reaffirm our commitment to cooperating with the Court in order to ensure that justice is done and that due reparations take place.”
2019-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8660 (2019) · source
“Furthermore, the Dominican Republic takes this opportunity to call on all political leaders and stakeholders to cooperate in a genuine spirit of commitment with the Office of the High Representative so that together we can achieve a Bosnia and Herzegovina that will enable an atmosphere of inclusion, the reconciliation of ethnic and religious diversity, accountability, access to justice, the empowerment of young people and women, the security of civilians and effective policies to reduce poverty to prevail.”
2019-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8658 (2019) · source
“In that regard, we recommend taking the necessary steps to strengthen the rule of law, support multilingualism, ensure the participation of young people and women in the political processes and protect the rights of refugees and internally displaced persons in order to create the conditions for their voluntary and safe return to their homes. It is necessary to acknowledge the important role of the press in a free and democratic society. To that end, it is vital that the relevant measures be taken to ensure those freedoms in a safe environment. In conclusion, we welcome the unanimous adoption of resolution 2496 (2019), which extends the mandate of the European Union-led peacekeeping force EUFOR-Operation ALTHEA.”
2019-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8658 (2019) · source
“We understand that the mere action of refraining from any unilateral measure that could stall or jeopardize the process of reconciliation and peacebuilding is a sign of goodwill and cooperation to improve the situation in the country and support the efforts of the international community in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is appropriate for the political leadership to act openly in favour of unity, accepting that Bosnia and Herzegovina is a single, sovereign State. A year ahead of the elections, it is important to complete the process of establishing the new authorities.”
2019-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8658 (2019) · source
“It should be remembered that where there is a unified will for the benefit of the great majority, differences take second place. The political representatives are determined to make their positions more flexible so that they can provide Bosnia and Herzegovina with the tools to carry out reforms that will strengthen the rule of law, pave the way for integration into the European Union and expedite the path towards the consolidation of unity, peace and development. We support the mandate and management of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals. In that regard, we understand that all efforts should focus on consolidating the progress made, redirecting efforts towards integration with the European Union and, at the same time, overcoming challenges such as the fight against organized crime and corruption, among others.”
2019-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8658 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): We thank Mr. Valentin lnzko and Ms. Selma Korjenie for their briefings. The Dominican Republic expresses its recognition for the unity, territorial integrity and sovereignty of Bosnia and Herzegovina. We also acknowledge the efforts of the High Representative and his Office in the implementation of the civilian aspects of the General Framework Agreement for Peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina. At the same time, we regret that no progress has been made in meeting the objectives and conditions of the 5+2 agenda for the definitive closure of the Office of the High Representative. This slowdown in the process has become a matter for the Council's consideration.”
2019-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8658 (2019) · source
“Given that this is his last week in the Council, I take this opportunity to wish every success to Ambassador Jonathan Cohen in his new role. It truly has been an honour to serve on the Council alongside him.”
2019-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8657 (2019) · source
“We understand that the renewal of the mandate of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur will allow us to rethink an exit strategy focused on preserving the mission's capacity to protect civilians, particularly women and children, and monitor human rights abuses. We call for such missions to continue to be carried out in order to strengthen cooperation between the African Union and the United Nations, thereby allowing for a better and greater implementation of the women and peace and security agenda in the region, at a juncture at which we face so many significant challenges, such as climate change - the adverse effects of which have a particular impact on women and represent a multiplying factor of threats to peace and stability. We underscore the role of women, including young women, in achieving these goals.”
2019-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8657 (2019) · source
“During the recent open debate on women and peace and security (see S/PV.8649), Ms. Alaa Salah - a young woman and symbol of the protests in the Sudan - addressed the Council and gave us recommendations to ponder and follow up. We know how women and young people were at the forefront of those transformative protests, and Ms. Salah emphasized that although women were at the forefront of the revolution, they are currently being relegated. We would like the Deputy Secretary-General to inform us as to whether her recent discussions addressed the measures being taken by the Government of the Sudan to implement its national action plan on women and peace and security and to address the concerns raised by Ms. Salah.”
2019-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8657 (2019) · source
“Laying the foundations for inclusive politics and strengthening respect for the rights and representation of women in the political system is key. In that regard, we are concerned that Somalia's draft constitution does not guarantee due representation to women. However, we see it as a positive step that the Government has committed to ensuring the participation of women in political decision-making by completing its constitutional review by June 2020. We would be grateful if the Deputy Secretary-General could elaborate on whether additional measures were proposed to the draft constitution during the deliberations, which would ensure the representation and inclusion of women in the coming electoral process in Somalia, in accordance with the principle of one person, one vote.”
2019-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8657 (2019) · source
“Capitalizing on the moment of hope that the subregion is enjoying following the peace agreement between Ethiopia and Eritrea, the recent visit of the Deputy Secretary-General sheds light on the critical role of women in matters of peace and security and represents an important moment in the promotion of the women and peace and security agenda. We note the significant progress made in Ethiopia, such as gender parity throughout the Cabinet, including a female President, and the representation of women in the Federal Parliament, which stands at almost 40 per cent. The role of women and their leadership, including that of young women in peace processes, should be encouraged and supported so that we may deliver peace, security and development dividends.”
2019-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8657 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): First, I would like to congratulate the delegation of South Africa on its presidency of the Security Council for the month of October and at the same time take this opportunity to wish every success to the United Kingdom during its presidency of the Council for the month of November. We thank Ms. Amina Mohammed and Ms. Fatima Kyari Mohammed for their testimonies, assessment and recommendations regarding the implementation of the various pillars of the women and peace and security agenda and its subsequent impact on the development of each country in the subregion. We strongly welcome the cooperation between the African Union and the United Nations in the pursuit of stability, peace and sustainable development in the region.”
2019-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8657 (2019) · source
“Given the existing challenges, there is a need for an in-depth review of the appropriate strategies to assist the Haitian people, as well as close cooperation between the Government and its partners, in order to achieve the successful transition to a new stage in the United Nations presence in the country. We wish to conclude this statement by appealing to the international community to stand with the Haitian people and to support the efforts of the Secretary- General and his representatives in the country in pursuit of stability and sustainable development of Haiti.”
2019-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8641 (2019) · source
“However, for such efforts to be successful, it is necessary to deal with other fundamental issues, such as the economic situation, which is becoming more complex every day. In that regard, we encourage all key actors in Haitian public life to participate without delay in an inclusive and good-faith dialogue that strengthens institutions, overcomes individual interests and fully benefits the Haitian people. Likewise, we call on the international community to join those efforts and support national initiatives to promote stability and development. The humanitarian situation continues to be fragile and is affected by the unpredictable weather in the country, exacerbated by climatic phenomena such as drought, which has weakened the ability of the most vulnerable to meet their basic needs, for example food, water and health-care services.”
2019-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8641 (2019) · source
“It is essential to take into account the security conditions and Haiti's ability to ensure stability on its territory; hence, the importance of the efforts being made to strengthen the response capacity of the Haitian National Police through an increase in its personnel, training on human rights and crowd control and appropriate equipment so as to enable it to maintain public order and respond to group and gang violence. In that regard, we are optimistic about initiatives such as the community violence reduction programme, which has been successfully implemented. That is an example of the impact of those initiatives on such important areas as the strengthening of the rule of law and the protection of human rights at the community level.”
2019-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8641 (2019) · source
“This is the first time since 2004 that Haiti will not have a peacekeeping mission. We congratulate the United Nations Mission for Justice Support in Haiti on its work during the years of its deployment and commend its efforts to ensure a successful transition. In order to ensure that it meets its goals and contributes to stability in the Republic of Haiti, the political mission to be deployed must have our full support, backing and resources. Haiti is at a crucial juncture today and the Haitian State needs our collective assistance in order to move forward. Various challenges, ranging from the worsening economic situation and food insecurity to the adverse effects of climate change and the high levels of violence, continue to be of concern. All that could derail the efforts under way to achieve peacebuilding and stabilization.”
2019-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8641 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger ((Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): We would like to thank Mr. Jean- Pierre Lacroix for his detailed briefing on the progress and latest developments in Haiti. We appreciate the presence of Her Excellency Ms. Mona Juul, President of the Economic and Social Council, and welcome Ambassador Meza-Cuadra. I would like to begin by expressing our hope that this meeting will allow us to join forces and make firm commitments with the common objective of supporting the legitimate authorities of the Republic of Haiti in their efforts towards democratic stability and development. In particular, we trust that we will move forward on measures to address the humanitarian needs of the population and support the institutional framework of the country.”
2019-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8641 (2019) · source
“We therefore commend the Verification Mission and the Colombian Government for their efforts to include young people and youth organizations in the decision-making process and in implementing the Agreement. Similarly, we believe that it is important that we be regularly informed about the implementation of the agreement at the local level so as to ensure that women, including those of African descent, of indigenous origin and those who live in rural areas, are included in the transitional justice and reconstruction mechanisms. Lastly, we call on the international community to support Colombia's peacebuilding efforts, while maintaining a focus on the future.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (2019) · source
“The Dominican Republic firmly condemns the decision taken by some former combatants to return to arms, which is a blatant violation of the 2016 peace agreement. We reiterate that violence cannot be a legitimate method of defending political positions of any kind. We also condemn incidents, some fatal, that occurred in connection with the upcoming local elections and encourage the Government to take additional security measures in preparation for those elections. It is essential to ensure that the elections are not disrupted. In spite of the circumstances, young Colombians remain committed to peace. We acknowledge the vital role played by Colombian youth in implementing the agreement and breaking the cycle of violence in the country.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (2019) · source
“At the same time, we call on the National Reintegration Council to strengthen its initiatives and projects, as this is a crucial time to extend professional training to those who wish to lay down their weapons. Social reintegration is a pillar of the peace process. We therefore request that attention be paid to the more than 8,000 former combatants who reside outside of the territorial areas for training and reintegration, with special focus on those of indigenous and Afro- Colombian origin and those with disabilities. We commend the Government of Colombia for launching the Zonas Futuro strategy, which are Strategic Zones of Comprehensive Intervention, led by civilians, in partnership with the private sector and local communities supported by international cooperation, monitored by the Verification Mission.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (2019) · source
“Two years after the signing of that historic agreement, Colombians have left behind more than half a century of violence, held peaceful and inclusive elections and developed transitional justice institutions. We welcome the efforts of President Duque Marquez and his Government to advance the process of reintegrating former combatants who have laid down their weapons. We acknowledge the progress made and challenges seen during the reporting period, in particular in implementing the "peace with legality" strategy and in launching the development programmes with a territorial focus, which are aimed at reintegrating former combatants and guaranteeing their security. It is vital that projects aimed at reintegrating former combatants be sustainable. We encourage former combatants to remain involved in the peace process.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): We thank Minister Carlos Holmes Trujillo Garcia for being here. It is an honour to have him in the Security Council once again. We also thank Mr. Carlos Ruiz Massieu, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia, for his informative briefing on the report of Secretary- General (S/2019/780). We reiterate the interest and support of the Dominican Republic in and for the peace process in Colombia and welcome the determination and sacrifice of the Colombian people in the process. Since the signing of the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace, Colombia has set the example for peace.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (2019) · source
“The visit is a timely one, as it is a good opportunity to engage with national authorities and receive updates on the political and security situation in Mali and the Sahel, including on the implementation of the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali. It also provides a good opportunity to explore prospects for future engagement with countries in the Sahel in order to promote peace and reconciliation in Mali and stability in the wider region.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“Pramila Patten, Special Representative of the Secretary- General on Sexual Violence in Conflict, on the scourge of sexual violence in Mali. Since the Committee was established to date, there have been eight people on the 2374 (2017) sanctions list. The Committee signed an agreement with INTERPOL in March to publish and circulate INTERPOL-Security Council Special Notices. The Panel of Experts submitted its final report to the Security Council on 9 August (see S/2019/636), as mandated by the Security Council. Lastly, I would like to report that I will be visiting Bamako from 16 October to 18 October.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (DominicanRepublic) (spoke in Spanish): I have the honour to brief the members of the Security Council in my capacity as Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 2374 (2017), concerning Mali. In my statement, I intend to provide information on my role as Chair since the start of my mandate on 1 January and to highlight the work conducted by the Committee and the Panel of Experts since the beginning of the year. The Committee has met five times since the beginning of the year. The Committee held informal consultations on 7 February to consider the midterm report of the Panel of Experts on Mali (see S/2019/l37), submitted to the Security Council in accordance with paragraph 4 of resolution 2432 (2018). Committee members heard a briefing on 12 April by Ms.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source