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Singer Weisinger

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first: 2018-12-06
most recent: 2020-11-17
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“Prevention work requires that the relevant actors make political commitments to addressing situations that by their very nature carry the risk of renewed or resurgent conflict. In that regard, the Dominican Republic reiterates its commitment to achieving international peace and security, the goal towards which we must work together in order to enable the United Nations to carry out its core tasks in a coherent manner.”
2019-10-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8633 (2019) · source
“Efforts must be redoubled to continue supporting the region in that endeavour, bearing in mind that the aspirations for peace, security and stability in Africa and the Sustainable Development Goals are common priorities of both the African Union's Agenda 2063 and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, which constitute a reinforced alliance for peace and security in the region. Lastly, we must identify and combat the social roots of the violence. As the international community continues to struggle to cope with destabilizing conflicts and their repercussions, the need has emerged to establish guidelines to regulate the escalation of United Nations involvement in conflicts.”
2019-10-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8633 (2019) · source
“The local knowledge of regional organizations is necessary for the adoption of effective measures in the context of preventive diplomacy. Collective action can be strengthened by involving regional and local authorities, in particular in the areas of prevention, development and post- conflict. The Dominican Republic firmly believes in the participation of young people in efforts to stabilize societies and the great potential of women to transform societies and contribute to peace. Their participation is therefore critical in all aspects of dispute resolution. We emphasize the importance of the Silencing the Guns in Africa by 2020 initiative. We therefore welcome the progress made by the States members of the African Union (AU) in implementing the AU Master Roadmap of Practical Steps for Silencing the Guns in Africa by 2020.”
2019-10-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8633 (2019) · source
“Despite the fact that the United Nations has actors, tools and instruments to prevent the spread of conflict and the development of preventive diplomacy, the task of conflict prevention poses many challenges that require action to maximize the possibility of successful diplomacy. The Security Council is responsible for maintaining international peace and security and therefore plays a leading role in the area of preventive diplomacy. It is precisely the Council that is responsible for finding solutions that allow for the challenges posed by situations of crisis to be overcome. We would also like to stress the importance of regional bodies in the peaceful settlement ofdisputes set out in Chapter VIII ofthe Charter ofthe United Nations. We must continue to strengthen strategic partnerships with regional and subregional organizations.”
2019-10-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8633 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): We would like to thank the briefers for the detailed information provided today. Preventive diplomacy has become an essential tool of United Nations action. In that regard, as Member States, we have committed to establishing a culture of prevention in taking collective action to prevent and eliminate threats to peace. We welcome the progress made with regard to establishing an early warning system, the good offices of the Secretary-General, Special Envoys, the deployment of political and peace missions on the ground and regional offices, among others.”
2019-10-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8633 (2019) · source
“In conclusion, we highlight the role played by the African Union, the Economic Community of Central African States, the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region and MONUSCO, among others, through their efforts and cooperation in pursuit of peaceful and stable coexistence in the region.”
2019-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8630 (2019) · source
“In the case of Burundi, while some 75,000 refugees have returned to their homes, the 400,000 Burundian refugees dispersed in the region are of great concern. We believe in the importance of convening the upcoming Great Lakes Investment and Trade Conference, with a focus on cross-border investment as a critical enabler for economic integration and sustainable development, as well as the steps taken towards economic development. A joint review of problems and opportunities is needed to address the existing challenges. It should focus on achieving regional solutions through dialogue and cooperation by fulfilling the commitments made in support of peace, security and socioeconomic development in the Great Lakes region.”
2019-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8630 (2019) · source
“We therefore urge the affected countries to combine their efforts to dismantle armed groups, control the illegal trafficking in natural resources and eradicate the illegal trade in arms and ammunition. Development plans that include young people affected by armed conflict are needed in order to develop their skills and meet labour demands by providing relevant educational opportunities. The climate of insecurity adds to the worrying humanitarian situation. We note with great dismay the increasing number of refugees, asylum seekers and internally displaced persons. The millions of internally displaced persons and refugees in South Sudan and other countries of the region registered during the reporting period highlight the need to continue encouraging positive developments in the political situation in the region.”
2019-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8630 (2019) · source
“We also very much welcome the fact that in the Sudan an agreement was reached between the Transitional Military Council and the opposition coalition, Forces for Freedom and Change, to establish a civilian-led transitional Government with African Union mediation. We are concerned about the fragile security situation, particularly in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where armed groups continue to intensify their attacks against the civilian population, the Forces armees de la Republique democratique du Congo and the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic ofthe Congo (MONUSCO), resulting in the death of hundreds of civilians, including women and children. Such activities have a negative impact on peace and stability across borders and throughout the region.”
2019-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8630 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): We thank Mr. Huang Xia for his briefing. The Dominican Republic commends the progress that has been made in the implementation of the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework for the Democratic Republic ofthe Congo and the Region, and we also very much welcome the positive progress that we are seeing in the region, particularly in the Democratic Republic of the Congo following the peaceful transition of power and the formation of the new Government. We have seen progress in terms ofthe representation of women and the forging of new commitments to regional cooperation and integration.”
2019-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8630 (2019) · source
“Finally, I would like to highlight a few other recommendations that emerged from regional consultations with young people in Africa in relation to the preparation for publication of The Missing Peace: Independent Progress Study on Youth, Peace and Security. The first is that we must increase the transparency and accountability of Governments. Next, we should develop strategic alliances between Governments, youth organizations, young people and communities, with a view to building peace; thirdly, build trust between security forces and young people; and lastly, implement mechanisms that ensure young people's participation in the preparation, implementation, evaluation and monitoring of social, economic, environmental and political policies and initiatives, and continue working to consolidate peace in Africa.”
2019-10-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8629 (2019) · source
“We note that the effectiveness of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programmes depends on the ability of State institutions to foster an inclusive environment, among other things. We hope that the Secretary-General's reports to the Security Council and the mandate renewals for peacekeeping operations and political missions will include specific references to the implementation of resolutions 2250 (2015) and 2419 (2018). We also hope that more young people will be able to participate in Council meetings to share their perspectives and visions. Since it became a member of the Security Council, the Dominican Republic has made a point of inviting young people to speak in meetings and debates.”
2019-10-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8629 (2019) · source
“Regional and international institutions must bolster collective efforts to ensure that the processes aimed at achieving peace are inclusive. In that regard, we propose creating a network of young Africans for conflict prevention and mediation, with a view to enhancing their role in the efforts to advance the African Peace and Security Architecture and African Governance Architecture. We would like to take this opportunity to urge African Union member States to fully comply with their domestic and international legal commitments, including the United Nations Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects and the International Tracing Instrument.”
2019-10-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8629 (2019) · source
“We must therefore provide young people, youth organizations and young peacebuilders and human rights defenders with adequate support, both financially and politically, and protect their lives and human rights. The Dominican Republic worked closely with Equatorial Guinea, as facilitator of resolution 2457 (2019), to ensure that the text recognized young people's key positive contribution to conflict prevention and resolution in Africa. We therefore hope - in line with resolutions 2457 (2019), 2250 (2015) and 2419 (2018) on youth, peace and security - that young people in the region will actively participate in the implementation of all the Roadmap's objectives, as well as in the conference on silencing the guns in Africa to be held next month.”
2019-10-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8629 (2019) · source
“Properly harnessed, it could represent a key demographic dividend for promoting peace and security in the region. The reality is that the majority of young people in Africa reject violence and seek spaces to contribute to the construction of peace and development in their countries. As is articulated in the Master Roadmap of Practical Steps to Silence the Guns in Africa by the Year 2020, if we want to achieve a sustainable transition from war to peace and prevent relapses into conflict in Africa, it is essential that young people identify with the decisions made and the results achieved. Their meaningful participation in the processes of prevention, conflict resolution and the maintenance of peace and security, as well as in political processes and positions of power, is crucial.”
2019-10-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8629 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): We congratulate the Mission of South Africa on its assumption of the presidency for the month of October. You can count on our support, Sir. We welcome the progress made in putting an end to armed conflict on the continent, including the peace agreements reached in the Central African Republic and in South Sudan, as well as the democratic processes that have been conducted in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Madagascar. We also recognize the efforts made by the African Union in working with the United Nations and the international community to achieve those goals. Yet despite that significant progress, we are still a long way from ridding the continent of armed conflict. The African continent has the youngest population in the world.”
2019-10-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8629 (2019) · source
“We recall that even counter-terrorism measures must adhere to international humanitarian law and avoid the loss of civilian lives at all costs. All efforts must be aimed at alleviating the precarious conditions in which a large portion of the Syrian population lives and at restoring their dignity and ensuring their protection and development without any further delay. I would like to take this opportunity, at the last open meeting in September, to congratulate Ambassador Nebenzia on the success of the Russian presidency. As expected, he has demonstrated great diplomatic capabilities, which should be emulated, and great efficiency in the conduct of the Council's work. I thank him and his entire team.”
2019-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8628 (2019) · source
“First, we believe it is crucial to ensure the safety and protection of the members of the Constitutional Committee and their families. Secondly, given the humanitarian and, consequently, impartial nature of the treatment of detained and missing persons, we reiterate the need to see more progress in that area. We therefore invite the parties to work in good faith and to immediately release women, children, the elderly and persons with disabilities, as well as to provide information to families about their missing loved ones. Finally, we reiterate the need to protect the civilian population in the north-west of the country and avoid indiscriminate attacks against areas inhabited by civilians and against civilian infrastructure.”
2019-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8628 (2019) · source
“The voice of women must resonate louder than ever in all aspects of the broad political process, but especially in the Constitutional Committee as a fundamental piece of the creation of a new national system based on the rule of law and respect for the human rights and fundamental freedoms of all citizens. We urge the Special Envoy to continue to advocate for at least 30 per cent female representation throughout the process. The road to political and national reconciliation is long and complex and must have at its core the strengthening and empowerment of all Syrian civil society, for whose participation clear terms must be fixed. Certainly, an agreement such as this is an important achievement, but it is essential, in our view, to strengthen the people's trust through urgent measures on the ground.”
2019-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8628 (2019) · source
“We reiterate the support of the Dominican Republic in this new phase for the efforts aimed at the advancement of the Committee and the eventual satisfactory conclusion of its work, in accordance with resolution 2254 (2015), facilitated by the United Nations. We invite the parties to show the highest possible levels of compromise, flexibility and mutual respect, but above all to keep the Syrian people at the centre of each and every decision they take. After all - and we must always remember this - it is the Syrian people who will decide their own future. We advocate for the participation of women in equal conditions to be respected, valued and strengthened at every stage of the constitutional process.”
2019-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8628 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): We thank Mr. Pedersen for his briefing and wish to convey our gratitude to the Syrian Government, the opposition and the members of the small group on Syria and the Astana guarantors for having created a forum for dialogue among the parties involved, so as to achieve, for the first time in a long time, tangible progress in the political process. We welcomed the announcement made by the Secretary-General a week ago on the composition, terms of reference and basic rules of procedure of the Constitutional Committee. We see that as a first major step towards resolving the conflict in Syria. We hope that it will translate into a resurgence of hope for all Syrians.”
2019-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8628 (2019) · source
“The Dominican Republic reiterates its commitment to achieving and maintaining international peace and security, which is why we extend our support to the States of the African Union in their efforts to realize a conflict-free continent. We urge regional organizations to step up their activities in mediation and promoting dialogue between the parties, including civil society, with the aim of building the trust and political will necessary to build sustainable peace in the region. The active participation of organizations such as the African Union is a vital tool for the peaceful and inclusive resolution of conflicts. Its leadership is essential for building trust and readiness among parties to enter into dialogue conducive to peace.”
2019-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8627 (2019) · source
“Collective action can be strengthened by engaging regional and subregional bodies, particularly in prevention, development and post-conflict efforts. We recognize the work being carried out by the Peacebuilding Commission and understand that enhanced collaboration with the Security Council must be ensured in order to guarantee due attention to countries emerging from conflict. It is important to continue using the Commission's convening power to strengthen strategic alliances with regional and subregional organizations, since they serve as forums for promoting coherence with initiatives undertaken at the national level by allowing for regular information exchange.”
2019-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8627 (2019) · source
“Efforts must be redoubled to continue supporting the region in that endeavour, bearing in mind that the aspirations for peace, security and stability in Africa and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals are common priorities, as outlined in the African Union's Agenda 2063 and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, which constitute a reinforced alliance for peace and security in the region. With a View to addressing the major challenges facing the African region, it is crucial to address the immediate and root causes of conflicts before they reach the agenda of the Security Council. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, with its goal of peaceful, inclusive and sustainable societies, represents the master plan for prevention.”
2019-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8627 (2019) · source
“Mali, the Sudan, Libya and Somalia, to mention a few places, serve to demonstrate that the threats facing the African continent must be addressed in a comprehensive manner, while maintaining the understanding that the primary responsibility for the future ofthe region is in the hands ofAfrican countries, with cooperation from the international community. First, we wish to underscore the importance of the Silencing the Guns in Africa by 2020. That initiative is quite ambitious but also necessary, and we welcome the progress made by the member States of the African Union in implementing the Master Roadmap of Practical Steps to achieve that overarching objective. Despite the efforts undertaken by the international community and the significant strides made by many African countries in achieving peace and stability, major challenges remain.”
2019-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8627 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): We would like to thank the Russian Federation for organizing this briefing, and we reiterate our congratulations on your assumption, Mr. President, of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of September. It is an honour to have among us Minister Pandor and Ms. Viotti. Allow us to also extend our thanks to the briefers for their detailed remarks. The reasons that States find themselves immersed in ongoing conflicts are varied, but among the most common are economic crises, the struggle for access to, and control of, natural resources, terrorism, ethnic and religious differences and the effects of climate change. That diverse set of factors makes it necessary to approach the issue of security and development in Africa from a broad and holistic perspective.”
2019-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8627 (2019) · source
“We stress in particular the emphasis in the text we all negotiated on the need for counter-terrorism measures to be fully aligned with international humanitarian and international law and for all parties to uphold their obligations to protect civilian populations and infrastructure. The text we have been unable to adopt would have established a ceasefire starting on 21 September. That very day sees the beginning of a new school year in the Syrian Arab Republic. Are the conditions in place for the children Idlib can got to class without fear? Are schools protected? Are teachers protected? Are children protected?”
2019-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8623 (2019) · source
“The political process that is finally moving in a direction that seems acceptable to all parties deserves an unequivocal response from the Security Council in the form of a resolution that, first, establishes an unconditional ceasefire and, secondly, recognizes the need to ensure its impact on the ground through a monitoring and accountability mechanism and to maintain as safe a space as possible for humanitarian assistance to reach populations in acute need. We believe that this draft text managed to address the concerns of all Council members in a balanced way that respected the humanitarian spirit underpinning it.”
2019-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8623 (2019) · source
“Today the Council was not up to the task of meeting the expectations not only of the United Nations but also those of a population beaten down by years of conflict. It is impossible not to feel a sense of failure and disappointment in the light of what we have just witnessed. However, it also compels us to think about how we are tackling one of the most significant challenges the Security Council has faced in recent times and its impact in resolving this conflict - its polarization.”
2019-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8623 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): The Dominican Republic voted in favour of draft resolution S/2019/756, presented by Germany, Belgium and Kuwait, the humanitarian co-penholders on the Syrian Arab Republic. We acknowledge the herculean efforts of the co-penholders to achieve unity in the Security Council on a draft resolution that is crucial for the lives of 3 million civilians in Idlib. That is an aspiration shared by the Dominican Republic, and for which we have worked actively. Throughout the negotiation process, the Dominican Republic remained convinced that the overriding need to put an end to hostilities and protect the civilian population in north-west Syria would prevail over all other interests. Unfortunately, that is not what happened.”
2019-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8623 (2019) · source
“While harvests have increased as compared to 2018, according to the latest report of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization on the situation on Syria, 6.5 million people suffer from acute food insecurity and 2.5 million additional people are on at risk of food insecurity. The factors driving that food insecurity include conflict-induced migration, the destruction of crops, limited agricultural equipment, a lack of inputs and rising food prices, to name but a few. As a result, millions of Syrians are dependent upon food assistance, which means it remains an urgent priority for Member States to honour their financial commitments to the humanitarian response plan.”
2019-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8622 (2019) · source
“Idlib is no exception. Hundreds of thousands of girls and boys in the north-west of the country have been unable to begin because their schools have either been attacked or are being used as a shelters. How could we possibly justify this situation to those children? What promises for the future can be made in such a climate ofinsecurity? For the Dominican Republic, the price that children have paid for this conflict is particularly alarming. It is more crucial than ever that we ensure those children will enjoy a better future, free of threats to their development. We wish to draw the Security Council's attention to an important point Under-Secretary-General Mark Lowcock raised during our latest briefing (see S/PV.8619), when he quite rightly noted that it had not received a great deal of attention: food security.”
2019-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8622 (2019) · source
“The alarming statistic of 630,000 newly displaced persons represents a major humanitarian challenge that demands a robust and urgent collective response backed by the necessary funding to achieve the objectives of providing protection, basic services and shelter, while preserving the humanity and dignity of those people. We are talking about a population that was mostly already in conditions of extreme poverty, with little capacity to withstand further blows. We echo the joint appeal issued by the Secretary- General and the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross regarding the use of explosive weapons in urban areas, which affirmed that parties in conflict "must recognize that using explosive weapons with wide area effects in cities, towns and refugee camps places civilians at high risk ofindiscriminate harm".”
2019-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8622 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): We thank Ms. Mueller for her briefing. Once again, we express our gratitude to all humanitarian actors who continue to provide assistance under truly challenging conditions. We believe we should commend in particular the Syrian non-governmental organizations engaged in humanitarian in work. Those organizations are proof of the often-overlooked resilience and solidarity of the Syrian people. To all of them, I express our deepest gratitude. The growing humanitarian needs of the vulnerable population, fuelled by successive displacement and conditions of insecurity, are a source of grave concern to the Dominican Republic.”
2019-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8622 (2019) · source
“It is imperative that the momentum be used to strengthen political will and that reconciliation and peacebuilding efforts be stepped up, with the participation of women and young people. Finally, we would like to reiterate our support and appreciation to UNMISS personnel and to the agencies present on the ground for their efforts to achieve the peace that the people of South Sudan so desire. It is a long road. Crucial issues remain to be resolved, for which the commitment of the political leaders and the support of the international community are necessary.”
2019-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8621 (2019) · source
“We call on the Government to establish a process to hold perpetrators responsible, and we advocate that comprehensive services be provided to survivors of sexual violence. We also call for the setting up of mobile courts and the deployment of prosecutors in areas with insufficient prosecution capacity to continue. In that regard, we commend Rick Machar's endorsement ofthe action plan on conflict-related sexual violence, which envisages that concrete measures be implemented, as well as his orders to his commanders to form committees to investigate acts of sexual violence and to release girls and women held against their will. We hope that those orders will be implemented and replicated in other parts of the country.”
2019-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8621 (2019) · source
“The number of people facing food shortages is higher than ever: 54 per cent of the population is in a situation of severe food insecurity and an estimated 1.3 million children will experience acute malnutrition by 2020. This insecurity is exacerbated by the effects of climate change and floods in some areas of the country. It is crucial that we reduce violence and improve agricultural activities, which would allow displaced people to return to their livelihoods. Beyond the political and humanitarian crisis, we are concerned about the vulnerability of the civilian population, especially children and women. Continuous reports of sexual violence by the parties to the conflict are unacceptable, as are those of the recruitment and use of children.”
2019-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8621 (2019) · source
“In that regard, we welcome the initiatives of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development and international actors, which have allowed the peace agreement to survive and created opportunities for dialogue to make progress on pending issues. Unfortunately, this very situation continues to be threatened by unresolved cycles of violence, access restraints on humanitarian personnel and the staff of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), as well as delays in the granting ofvisas. The parties to the conflict must allow unhindered access to humanitarian personnel, and the Government must expedite the visa- issuance process. We are concerned at the seriousness of the humanitarian situation.”
2019-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8621 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): There were important developments for the process of implementing the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan during the period under review. We see as positive the recent meeting between President Kiir and Rick Machar, in which pending issues relating to the formation of the transitional Government were addressed. The commitment of both leaders to meet regularly and participate in mediation efforts with non-signatory rebel groups is an important step in building trust towards lasting peace. We hope that the mid-November date set for the formation of the Government will be honoured, and we urge the parties to resolve the critical matters still pending, including the delimitation of states and the cantonment and redeployment of combatants.”
2019-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8621 (2019) · source
“In conclusion, a resolution such as the one we adopted today reaffirms our commitment to achieving peace for the Afghan people and acknowledges the sacrifices and challenges that the personnel of UNAMA face every day.”
2019-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8620 (2019) · source
“We want to emphasize the importance of an inclusive electoral process that allows for the active participation of women and youth and of ensuring that all measures are taken to safeguard the physical integrity of candidates and the security of polling stations, especially hospitals and schools. We urgently call on the Taliban to halt its offensive on polling stations and electoral activities, as happened today in Kabul and in Parwan province in an attack on the campaign rally of President Ghani, at which approximately 50 people died and 80 were injured. Last but not least, we express our deep concern about the high number of civilian casualties, displaced persons, the severe humanitarian crisis, constraints on access to vulnerable areas and the adverse effects of climate change in Afghanistan.”
2019-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8620 (2019) · source
“Equally essential is the support that the United Nations can provide to the various peace talks and opportunities for dialogue taking place that address key issues in reducing violence and promoting a ceasefire. The success of the peace process in Afghanistan requires not only political will, leadership and representation from all sectors of Afghan society, but also strong support from the international community and the Security Council. In that regard, UNAMA and all United Nations agencies firmly support efforts towards reconciliation and the promotion of human rights, especially the rights of women and children. We urgently call for the implementation of initiatives focused on the elimination of violence against women, the implementation of the national action plan on resolution 1325 (2000) and the protection of children's rights.”
2019-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8620 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): First of all, I would like to congratulate the Russian presidency, China, Germany and Indonesia for their flexibility in the negotiations. The Dominican Republic voted in favour of resolution 2489 (2019), on the understanding that it is an appropriate text that supports the work of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) for a full year. At a time when efforts for lasting peace in Afghanistan seem uncertain, it is important that UNAMA continue to play a leading role in supporting the Afghan people in safeguarding and promoting the economic, political and social gains achieved thus far.”
2019-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8620 (2019) · source
“In 2018, Yemen suffered the world's most severe food insecurity crisis, and the multidimensional effect of that scenario has caused severe conditions for conflict-induced hunger, which could very well constitute a war crime. We must not be distracted from the ultimate goal of those efforts. An immediate and definitive ceasefire is needed throughout the country. That will be possible only with the resolute will of the parties to put an end to a conflict that has already claimed too many lives.”
2019-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8619 (2019) · source
“The parties must ensure respect for humanitarian principles and guarantee safe and unhindered access for humanitarian workers. It is unacceptable that severe restrictions continue to hamper the implementation of projects that are necessary to save the lives of millions of people. That grave humanitarian situation is further compounded by the use of landmines, which have affected hundreds of civilians. The proliferation ofthose devices constitutes not only a threat to people's lives but also one of the factors that jeopardizes agricultural production and access to water, depriving civilians of the means necessary to survive. Food security is particularly relevant in a country where less than 3 per cent of the land is arable.”
2019-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8619 (2019) · source
“The immediate cessation of acts of violence committed against civilians and civilian infrastructure in violation of human rights law and international humanitarian law is more necessary than ever. There is no peace without justice. That is why we urge the parties to cooperate with independent investigative mechanisms, such as the Group of Eminent International and Regional Experts on Yemen, established by the United Nations Human Rights Council. On the other hand, the humanitarian situation remains catastrophic. The war continues to affect millions of civilians who depend on the tireless work of humanitarian workers. That difficult effort is impacted by the lack of funding for the humanitarian response plan in Yemen. We therefore call on all major donors to urgently make their donations.”
2019-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8619 (2019) · source
“In that regard, we are pleased that the Redeployment Coordination Committee has held another meeting to support the process of implementing the Al-Hudaydah Agreement. Any small step of progress is constantly disrupted by continued offensives by the parties to the conflict. We join in the condemnations for the attack on oil installations on Saudi territory. Those actions destabilize the region and further avert the prospect of reaching lasting peace in Yemen. We also strongly condemn the attack on a detention centre in Dhamar earlier this month, which resulted in the deaths of more than 100 people. We urge the parties to take all the necessary measures to protect the civilian population. Tensions must be assuaged.”
2019-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8619 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): We would like to thank Mr. Martin Griffiths and Mr. Mark Lowcock for their briefings. We welcome the recent appointment of Lieutenant General Guha as the new Head of the United Nations Mission to Support the Hodeidah Agreement, to whom we extend our full support. Yemen's future is at a historic moment, in which it is necessary for the parties to demonstrate their willingness to move forward in the implementation of the agreements. That is why we once again express our concern about the current impasse. The situation is partly attributable to the rigid positions of the parties, which have considerably diminished the momentum that this important political process needs.”
2019-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8619 (2019) · source
“The Dominican Republic commends the training efforts carried out by UNIOGBIS as well as the integration of women into human rights defenders teams, which are a key part of promoting a fairer and more inclusive society. In February, UNIOGBIS, in cooperation with the National Network of Human Rights Defenders, trained human rights defenders, including women from various regions of the country. This kind of training helps to raise awareness about the human rights dimension of the Stability Pact and the Code of Conduct and Electoral Ethics for the legislative elections. The maintenance of peace and stability in Guinea- Bissau must be shored up through the promotion and upholding of human Rights.”
2019-09-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8614 (2019) · source
“Drug trafficking and organized transnational crime continue to pose a threat to the stability and national security of Guinea-Bissau. We wholeheartedly support the efforts of UNIOGBIS to serve as a partner to the Government, which has demonstrated its renewed commitment to improve the national response mechanism to combat drug trafficking and related crimes. We also welcome the progress made in the prosecution of those responsible for gender-based violence and for intercommunal clashes fuelled by land disputes. However, impunity continues to give rise to a lack of trust in the justice system and dissatisfaction among the population vis-a-vis the authorities. Putting an end to impunity and strengthening the justice system is essential to building a peaceful and secure society in Guinea-Bissau.”
2019-09-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8614 (2019) · source