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Singer Weisinger

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first: 2018-12-06
most recent: 2020-11-17
sittings or episodes: 161
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“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): I would like to thank the presidency for having convened today's meeting today and the briefers for their exhaustive comments. In particular, I would like to thank Mr. Peter Maurer and convey to him our country's deepest gratitude for his work and that of the International Committee of the Red Cross as guarantors of the Conventions. This meeting provides us with a unique opportunity to commemorate the adoption of one of the most important instruments in safeguarding human security and dignity in contexts of armed conflict and to address the role of the Security Council in this area. We wish also to acknowledge the presence among us of the Minister from Poland as well as the Minister from Germany, who have placed this issue at the heart of their agendas.”
2019-08-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8596 (2019) · source
“What we have seen since the beginning oprril confirms that there is no military solution to the conflict in Libya and the parties must recognize that fact. We call on the aggressors to commit to protecting civilians and civilian infrastructure and to allow, without discrimination, access for humanitarian aid into areas affected by the conflict. In conclusion, we call for respect for international humanitarian law and human rights.”
2019-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8595 (2019) · source
“External aid, in clear violation of the arms embargo, only exacerbates the crisis and fuels the conflict week after week. The Council must act to end those violations. For the good of the Libyan people and their interests, we call on all parties to respect the sanctity of Bid Al-Adha, allow the festivities to take place and not interfere with the safe return of pilgrims. We remain hopeful that the ceasefire brokered by UNSMIL and to which the parties committed until the end of the Bid Al-Adha festivities will serve as a forum for reflection and the re-evaluation of their strategies. The Dominican Republic demands that the ceasefire be upheld and a return to United Nations- facilitated political dialogue.”
2019-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8595 (2019) · source
“We urge the authorities to conduct an in-depth investigation into the attack and bring those responsible to justice. In June, we were shaken to the core by the bombing of a detention centre in Tajoura. Dozens of innocent people lost their lives in an instant. This week, we again learned of the harrowing events that occurred in the district of Qalaa, in the town of Murzuq, which claimed more than 100 victims - 42 dead and more than 60 injured - and was the result of not one, not two, but three consecutive attacks targeting a meeting in that community. As we have warned since May, attacks and clashes are resulting in an ever-increasing number of fatalities because ofa surge in the military capacity ofthe parties involved.”
2019-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8595 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): We thank you, Madam President, for convening today's urgent meeting. We also thank Ms. Bintou Keita for her briefing. The Dominican Republic rejects and totally condemns the attack on the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL). Regrettably, today's attack in the neighbourhood of Al-Hawari, in the city of Benghazi, claimed the lives of at least three of the Mission's staffmembers and injured several others, some seriously. We extend our condolences to the relatives of those who lost their lives and to UNSMIL, through Mr. Ghassan Salame. We hope that the approximately 12 people, including children, who were injured in the cowardly attack will make a speedy recovery.”
2019-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8595 (2019) · source
“That begins with an inclusive, credible and sustainable political process for and by Syrians, facilitated by the United Nations and based on resolution 2254 (2015), whereby the Council is guarantor. All attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure must be investigated and its authors held accountable. In addition, we wish to see progress in the process of freeing those detained or kidnapped, as well as in finding missing persons. (spoke in English) The Dominican Republic might have little influence on the parties involved in this conflict. However, it is because of Syria's suffering population that I say this to the Council, on their behalf. I call upon everyone to exercise restraint. I call upon everyone to give peace a chance. I call upon everyone to alleviate the suffering, not to add even more.”
2019-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8589 (2019) · source
“Forty attacks on health facilities have been recorded over the past three months. That is one attack every two and a half days. All ofthis is cause for alarm and requires immediate action by the Council. We must not be silent witnesses to what some might call just another chapter in the history of Syria. No, the Council must mobilize to bring about the immediate cessation of attacks against civilians in Idlib and the rest of Syria. We reiterate our conviction that there is no military solution to the conflict in Syria. The immediate priority must be to protect the population and ensure their access to humanitarian assistance. We must replace fear, frustration and a lack of faith with the building of a common vision and a new future of sustainable peace.”
2019-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8589 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): I would like to thank Mark and Ms. Sirkin for their briefings. We reiterate the recognition of the Dominican Republic for humanitarian workers in Syria for the work they are doing for the people affected, at the risk of their own lives. We are concerned about access to humanitarian aid for more than 11 million people, half of whom are children, owing to the security situation. Since the end of April, at least 400 people have died in Idlib, Hama and Aleppo governorates. In the last month alone, 33 children have lost their lives. Death caught all of them unawares in their homes, in schools, in hospitals, in camps for displaced persons or in the marketplace. There are now more than 400,000 displaced persons whose humanitarian needs are ever increasing.”
2019-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8589 (2019) · source
“However, it appears that the time has come for us to reconsider some of the provisions of resolution 1973 (2011) in order to protect civilians and areas inhabited by civilians, reduce the war-making capabilities of the parties and bring them back to the negotiating table, maintain Libya's unity and ensure genuine reconciliation. I would like to conclude by reminding the Libyan people of Mr. Salame's words: (spoke in English) Libyans are now fighting the wars of others.”
2019-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8588 (2019) · source
“The use of increasingly sophisticated and lethal weaponry is boldly promoted. Artillery drones, precision-guided missiles, portable anti-attack weapons, armoured personnel carriers, war tanks, helicopters and rocket launchers are flaunted in the media and on social networks. It is clear that the only outcome for those who are determined to follow a perverse path of destruction and death will be to make fools of themselves and, subsequently, be tried for war crimes. Lastly, the past has left wounds that shape the way in which the Council views and approaches the situation in Libya.”
2019-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8588 (2019) · source
“We also hope for the definitive closure in Libya of all centres where thousands of migrants still live. In addition, we urge the Libyan authorities to cooperate with the International Criminal Court and the Office of the Prosecutor, Ms. Bensouda, so as to bring to justice those involved in atrocity crimes committed against the Libyan people in the recent past. The shameless transgression of the provisions of the arms embargo established by the Security Council is a matter that we will not allow to go unnoticed. It continues to fuel tensions and perpetuate conflict. Despite the limited resources available to the parties only a few months ago, we have recently seen a considerable increase in their capabilities, in particular those that allow them to conduct air strikes. The flagrant involvement of third parties in Libya is blatant.”
2019-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8588 (2019) · source
“We call on the aggressor forces to commit to protecting civilians and civilian infrastructure and to allowing humanitarian access to the areas affected by the conflict, without discrimination. We demand respect for international humanitarian law and human rights. The plight of migrants and refugees is equally discouraging. The recent and regrettable shipwreck in the Mediterranean that claimed the lives of dozens of people and the most recent bombardment of the Tajoura detention centre underscore the vulnerability of those groups and the need for dignified responses to them. We welcome the promising solidarity plan put forward in Europe by France and Germany to relocate arbitrarily detained migrants and refugees. We hope that a greater number of European countries will be committed to the cause, in particular those close to the crisis.”
2019-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8588 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): We thank and support Mr. Salame and his team. We also thank Ambassador Schulz for his briefing. The Dominican Republic demands an immediate ceasefire and a return to political dialogue. For us, it is essential that the violence and abuses against civilians stop. Over the past four months, more than 1,100 people have died. The Council must listen when we say that it must stop. Enough is enough. We are appalled by the reckless and indiscriminate attacks on hospitals, airports, residential areas, relief vehicles and migrant centres. The cowardly attack on a hospital two days ago killed doctors and seriously injured rescue personnel and civilians.”
2019-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8588 (2019) · source
“To that end, we look forward to the conclusion of the analysis and recommendations of the UNOWAS study on pastoralism and security in West Africa and the Sahel, as well as a road map that addresses the drivers of conflicts between herders and farmers. It is critical to strengthen United Nations strategies for the entire region, to offer more opportunities for young people and women and to provide livelihoods through development and education. These are indispensable factors in order to achieve lasting peace and meet the Sustainable Development Goals in West Africa and the Sahel.”
2019-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8585 (2019) · source
“In that context, we must also establish channels of information and collaboration with local communities in order to expand early warning mechanisms to assist with joint planning. West Africa is facing great challenges and, in order to overcome them we need a comprehensive regional analysis ofthe root causes ofthe conflicts. Based on the results of this analysis, we must implement sustainable and inclusive strategies that are focused on providing greater investment for the training of security forces. A collective political commitment with a road map and clear and realistic benchmarks is also essential.”
2019-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8585 (2019) · source
“We echo the appeal made by the humanitarian community, which has requested $1.6 billion but so far has received only 23 per cent of this figure. Thirdly, turning to the environmental issue, despite the initiatives carried out by UNOWAS, we remain concerned about the effects of climate change in the region, especially in the Lake Chad basin. This could contribute to the more frequent occurrence of natural disasters that reduce the means of subsistence for the population. We encourage the international community to pursue its efforts in the implementation of strategies that enable risk assessment and contribute to strengthening the resilience of the most affected sectors.”
2019-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8585 (2019) · source
“We acknowledge the efforts undertaken by Governments and communities in their actions to minimize violence; however, the security sector needs to be reformed and strengthened in order to combat this scourge. Deeper cross-border cooperation is also required. Only with regional commitment to enhancing the capacity of the authorities to prevent and investigate terrorist and Violent acts will it be possible to reduce attacks, sever armed groups from their livelihoods and reduce impunity. The security situation has not only caused deaths, but has resulted in massive population displacement, food insecurity and malnutrition and has decimated education and health services. The second point I wish to highlight is the grave humanitarian situation in certain parts of the region.”
2019-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8585 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): We are grateful to Mr. Chambas for his briefing and his good offices. We also support and commend the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) for promoting peace and stability in the region. We note that the security situation throughout the majority of West Africa and the Sahel has remained relatively stable. This trend is reflected in the holding of peaceful elections in the region, as well as political dialogues and gradual progress in the implementation of agreements. In this context, we wish to refer to three fundamental issues. First, regarding the security situation, we regret that attacks on civilians and security forces by terrorist groups, criminal networks and militias continue to be recorded in Burkina Faso, Mali and the Lake Chad basin.”
2019-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8585 (2019) · source
“Progress, in cooperation with the countries of the Great Lakes region, especially in the fight against armed groups and the search for economic reintegration, provides an opportunity to ease tensions and to implement regional initiatives that will make it possible to address conflicts together and offer the Congolese and the subregion the progress and stability they so deserve.”
2019-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8584 (2019) · source
“We hope that other groups will sign those declarations and implement them as soon as possible. In conclusion, we are pleased that MONUSCO is focusing its resources on areas affected by armed groups that threaten civilians. We congratulate MONUSCO, all United Nations personnel in the field and all local, regional and international actors for their efforts and dedication in the search for lasting peace and political, social and economic stability for the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2019-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8584 (2019) · source
“In that regard, we condemn attacks on Ebola response personnel and health infrastructure and call for respect for international humanitarian law and access for response teams to evaluate the sick in affected areas. We also demand the strengthening of public awareness campaigns on the Ebola situation. We commend the work done by MONUSCO in supporting measures taken by the Congolese authorities in the fight against impunity in cases of war crimes, crimes against humanity and other human rights violations. In addition, we deplore the persistence of cases of sexual violence against women and children. We welcome the signing of the declarations and road maps by the commanders of six armed groups to put an end to the recruitment of child soldiers and other serious violations perpetrated against children.”
2019-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8584 (2019) · source
“We must continue to support the Congolese people in implementing their stability initiatives and provide resources to alleviate the worrisome humanitarian situation and create the material conditions for sustainable development. We are concerned about the spread of Ebola. With more than 1,600 confirmed deaths, it is considered to be the second deadliest outbreak in history. The World Health Organization has declared it a global emergency. We urge the international community to support the efforts and plans of the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the World Health Organization and the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) to combat the outbreak and its spread and to provide the economic resources necessary to contain it.”
2019-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8584 (2019) · source
“We urge the Congolese authorities to join efforts to neutralize armed groups and prosecute human rights violations without exception; to advance in the fight against corruption; and to promote the National Oversight Mechanism of the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework for the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Region. Greater attention should be paid to justice reform, the fight against impunity, and disarmament, demobilization and reintegration. We encourage the promotion of development zones that generate jobs for young people, provide greater opportunities for women's participation, secure the border and eliminate trafficking in natural resources and firearms.”
2019-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8584 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): We would like to thank Ms. Leila Zerrougui and Mr. Mansour Alotaibi for their briefings. The Dominican Republic welcomes President Tshisekedi's decision to launch initiatives aimed at implementing the national emergency programme, opening political space and improving security conditions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. We hope that he will continue to act in that spirit. Despite the relative stability, the security situation in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo remains worrisome. Attacks on civilians and the armed forces by Congolese and foreign armed groups continue to lead to a loss of lives and displacement.”
2019-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8584 (2019) · source
“We underscore the commitment of the Government to developing an action plan on youth, peace and security to catalyse the potential of young people and their contributions to the implementation of the peace agreement. In that regard, we congratulate Mr. Ruiz Massieu and his team for their excellent work and recognition by all Council members and those who participated in this week's briefing on youth, peace and security (see S/PV.8577), highlighting as a best practice the strategy of the Colombian Verification Mission to implement resolutions 2250 (2015) and 2419 (2018). Lastly, we call on international organizations to support Colombia's peacebuilding efforts with a view to the future. We urge Colombians to work for their future and to leave their past behind.”
2019-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8581 (2019) · source
“We therefore stress that diluting responsibility for atrocity crimes by having them shouldered by one generic, non-specific groupjeopardizes social cohesion and non-repetition. In name of the victims, those who mourn them and Colombian men and women, we urge the authorities to spare no effort in identifying those responsible and punishing them as soon as possible so as to eliminate impunity once and for all, discourage violence and guarantee improved protection. We commend the pact for life signed between the Government of Colombia and civil society organizations. It is also time to call for greater focus on the more than 7,000 ex-combatants outside the territorial areas for training and reintegration, to ensure the holding of peaceful regional elections scheduled for October.”
2019-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8581 (2019) · source
“Furthermore, with regard to the Special Jurisdiction for Peace, we urge the parties to continue to use the constitutionally established channels to ensure its effective functioning. We emphasize the need to preserve the independence and autonomy of the Special Jurisdiction for Peace and other transitional justice mechanisms. With regard to the security situation, despite improvements we are concerned about the killings of former combatants, community leaders and women. We are also saddened by the acts of violence and intimidation putatively carried out by organized criminal groups. In the Dominican Republic's view, if no one is held responsible, then everyone should be held responsible.”
2019-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8581 (2019) · source
“We reiterate our support for the implementation of the agreement and welcome Colombia's commitment to implementing it. We also recognize the efforts and progress made by the Government in the process of reintegrating former combatants into civilian life and in providing guarantees for their safety. However, the peace agreement continues to present significant challenges. In particular, we should like to mention two specific situations: first, the political management of the agreement and, secondly, the latter's security ramifications. With regard to political management, we have no doubt that the Government is continuing to work to achieve national consensus on polarizing issues. We stress the importance of strengthening inclusive and coordinated dialogue.”
2019-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8581 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): We once again welcome you, Minister Popolizio Bardales, to the Security Council. I take this opportunity to commend Ambassadors Meza-Cuadra and Allen for Council's successful visit to Colombia. We welcome the presence of Minister Holmes Trujillo Garcia. It is always an honour to have him among us. We also thank Mr. Carlos Ruiz Massieu for his briefing. Since the signing of the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace in 2016, Colombia has taken important steps and become a source of inspiration and an important reference for world peace. I say to Minister Holmes Trujillo Garcia that, as Latin Americans, we feel deeply proud.”
2019-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8581 (2019) · source
“In conclusion, to resolve current structural conflicts, we must move towards the recovery, reintegration and reconstruction of countries in conflict, which is the only way for them to lay the foundations of sustainable development, in line with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Furthermore, the participation of citizens in political and economic processes for promoting equity and preventing violence at all levels must be guaranteed. Finally, we call for redoubled efforts to find political and financial solutions that allow Governments to build strong national institutions, which are an effective guarantee oflasting peace.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“For example, the African Union provides a context that ensures consistency among initiatives undertaken at the national level and allows for regular exchanges of information. Reconciliation is a key objective in building sustainable peace. It undoubtedly contributes to the prevention of relapses into violence, as it enables the creation of interpersonal and group relationships in society and between a State and its citizens. We are aware that circumstances are not always the same, so each society must take into account its specific situation when analysing the nature of a conflict and the character of its transition.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“Some countries are characterized by fragile ecosystems that generate precarious conditions, causing human displacement and threatening peace, stability and security. These are some of the many challenges to take into account when designing exit strategies and thereby avoid the escalation and recurrence of conflict. We recognize the excellent work of the Peacebuilding Commission and advocate its greater collaboration with the Security Council. Our central concern is that all due attention be paid to countries emerging from conflict. We must use the Security Council's convening power, so that key actors and strategic alliances and regional and subregional organizations can achieve positive outcomes.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“These entities ensure that host countries have the capacity and resources for maintaining peace through their technical-assistance programmes, judicial-reform projects and social-coherence policies. Trust funds constitute a useful tool for channelling donations to emergency projects and for providing essential budgetary support for the post-conflict stage. We must also strengthenjoint strategic alliances among the United Nations, bilateral and international donors, multilateral financial institutions and the private sector. In addition, a fundamental aspect for our delegation is the vulnerability caused by both climate change and natural disasters, which are common to many conflict zones.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“Actions required during transitions include adaptation to the needs of host countries and the integration of vulnerable groups, such as women and youth, which are important both as agents of change and in sustaining peace. Moreover, we must foster joint actions that are linked to the United Nations system. Furthermore, it is important to stress the need for adequate financial resources for programmes that support peace and development, and not forget to allow for appropriate flexibility in periods of certain political instability. In terms of economic sustainability, such institutions as the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund fulfil fundamental tasks through their initiatives.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“The handover to a political mission needs to include due attention to the various options for dealing with major challenges, such as security and governance, in order to ensure an effective transition. The deadlines for transitions should be the result of careful political and operational assessments, with particular attention paid to balancing factors such as political demand, financial pressure and sustaining peace. A political mission must be directly involved in creating the State capacities necessary for coordinating economic and social development initiatives. We believe that the latter is essential if we wish to improve living standards in the most vulnerable areas. It is a crucial step towards addressing the origins of social problems generated by violence and instability.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“In order for such reductions not to impede the progress made, all necessary actions must be taken based on a coherent analysis of the root causes of the problem and the opportunities for and the limitations of a State to take on the responsibilities previously shouldered by the outgoing mission. If a country lacks certain economic, political and security conditions, in addition to institutional capacity, the withdrawal of a mission will lead to a high-risk situation and, in the worst case, to a recurrence of the prior calamitous situation. I repeat: if a country lacks certain economic, political and security conditions, in addition to institutional capacity, the withdrawal of a mission will lead to a high- risk situation and, in the worst case, to a recurrence of the prior calamitous situation.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): First of all, I would like to welcome Foreign Minister Popolizio Bardales, Foreign Minister Edmond, Minister Leite Magalhaes to the Security Council. We warmly congratulate the Republic of Peru on convening today's meeting and on assuming the Council presidency for a second time. We also welcome the precise and detailed information provided by the briefers, which has allowed us to edify ourselves on the matter before us today. We also take this opportunity to acknowledge the actions taken by the United Nations system to build peace and the hard work of civilians, military and police in countries in conflict. A peacekeeping mission's transition to another type of mission necessarily implies a systematic reduction of military, police and civilian personnel.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“We call on the parties to the conflict to participate in good faith in these negotiations and to fulfil their commitments in the same spirit displayed in Stockholm in December.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8578 (2019) · source
“Civilian areas must urgently be cleared of mines and explosive devices, and this demining must take place not only in residential areas but also on agricultural land, so that people can access their fields safely. We echo the concerns expressed by the Office ofthe United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights with regard to the imposition of the death penalty on 30 people, most of whom are academics and students, by a Special Criminal Trial Court of de facto authorities in Sana'a. The defendants must be guaranteed due process and a fair trial, and any charges under political motives must be dismissed. Finally, the Security Council remains united in the search for a political solution to the conflict in Yemen, and we would like to reiterate our delegation's steadfast support for Mr. Griffiths in his tireless efforts to find a solution.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8578 (2019) · source
“We regret that there has had to be a gradual suspension of assistance and we reiterate that, in order for humanitarian action to be effective, it must be provided in accordance with the principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality and independence. Failure to comply with these principles puts the welfare of the affected population at risk. Further, we cannot allow hunger to become a weapon of war. We trust that, through dialogue, commitments can be reached to meet the people's food needs. We hope that, based on Mr. Beasley's announcement today, it will be possible to reach a signed agreement. Moreover, we would like to draw attention to the problem of landmines and improvised explosive devices, which prevent humanitarian organizations from reaching populations in need.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8578 (2019) · source
“Griffiths informed us, it has also been agreed that committees will be formed to supervise compliance with the ceasefire with the participation of representatives from both parties, as well as the United Nations. Furthermore, as Mr. Lowcock pointed out, the humanitarian situation remains catastrophic. Since the beginning of the year, new cases of cholera continue to be reported, with almost half a million people affected by the disease. We therefore need a robust and coordinated response from the relevant actors to improve the living conditions of the most vulnerable, especially children. I would like to thank Mr. Beasley for his briefing, in which he eloquently outlined the current situation of the distribution of aid in some areas controlled by Ansar Allah.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8578 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): We appreciate the briefings given today. We took careful note of the explanations on the implementation of the Stockholm Agreement, as well as the troubling report on the humanitarian situation. We strongly condemn all violent acts committed by both parties to this conflict and we call for a cessation of hostilities and provocations jeopardizing the progress that has been made, especially with regard to the ceasefire. In order to achieve this objective, everyone - especially women and young people - must participate. Despite the fact that there have been continuous confrontations in the Al-Hudaydah governorate, we welcome the fact that an agreement has been reached on the new mechanism for monitoring the ceasefire and the military de-escalation. As Mr.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8578 (2019) · source
“In conclusion, let us always remember as States to work to put youth at the centre of their efforts, being inclusive and helping them to prevent conflicts and eliminate obstacles, in order to redress the historical marginalization and exclusion that they have experienced in decision-making processes aimed at achieving peace.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8577 (2019) · source
“We hope that the Secretary-General's reports to the Security Council, especially those relating to specific countries, as well as the renewal of mandates of peacekeeping operations and political missions, will include references to the implementation of resolutions 2250 (2015) and 2419 (2018). We also join those who eagerly await the Secretary-General's first report on youth, peace and security, as it will most certainly shed further light on the challenges and gaps that persist in the implementation of the agenda and provide guidance on how to address the issue going forward.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8577 (2019) · source
“In that regard, we need to create networks of young mediators at the regional level to strengthen their role in mediation and conflict prevention; expand the profiles and lists of reserve personnel, as well as prioritize capacity-building and establish an exclusive budget line to ensure that the United Nations system is equipped to ensure the implementation of resolutions 2250 (2015) and 2419 (2018), while supporting Member States in that regard; ensure the preparation of an annual report of the Secretary-General on the progress made on and existing challenges regarding those resolutions, within the framework of an annual open debate; and create an informal group of experts on youth, peace and security, in order to systematically and continuously monitor their implementation.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8577 (2019) · source
“Moreover, the African Union has appointed a Special Envoy on Youth and the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo has developed an in-mission framework strategy on youth, peace and security. Those concrete examples of the leading role that young people play in promoting peace should inspire our efforts. However, we must continue to take measures to implement the youth, peace and security agenda.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8577 (2019) · source
“We hope that the Security Council ensures that young people participate in this Chamber alongside us, briefing us on the maintenance of peace and security and sharing their perspectives and visions, whether in open debates or briefings. That has been a practice of the Dominican Republic. We wish to seize this opportunity to highlight other examples of good practices that we believe are relevant. The United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia has launched a strategy for implementing resolutions 2250 (2015) and 2419 (2018), with a focus on the role of young people in efforts aimed at reintegration and guaranteeing national security. The Colombian Government has committed to developing a national action plan for the implementation of the agenda.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8577 (2019) · source
“Guaranteeing the meaningful participation of young people in building and maintaining peace and security is essential on the path to achieving sustainable peace. It is therefore vital to recognize their role in implementing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development as an effective tool for preventing and mitigating conflict, primarily through implementing Goal 16 - a task on which our Government is working with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The United Nations Youth Strategy is undoubtedly an important element of the Secretary- General's reform. In this regard, the Secretary- General's Envoy on Youth and her Office deserve our highest praise, as does the UNDP, the Peacebuilding Support Office and the United Nations Population Fund, which are promoting the issue within their respective mandates.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8577 (2019) · source
“The International Symposium on Youth Participation in Peace Processes, held in Helsinki, served as an excellent platform to learn from young peacebuilders about areas for improvement in implementing resolutions on youth, peace and security. Young people living in conflict zones are exposed to numerous risks and forms of violence. Safeguarding their lives and their human rights must therefore be a priority, including those of young peacebuilders, human rights defenders and youth organizations, which tend to face reprisals for their work. With their immeasurable transformative and innovative potential, young people are allies. They play a vital role in deterring and resolving conflict. They also act as peacemakers in their communities and transform societies by making them more just, inclusive and peaceful.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8577 (2019) · source
“Mr. Singer Weisinger (Dominican Republic) (spoke in Spanish): We thank Peru for convening this meeting. We also thank the Secretary-General's Envoy on Youth and the representatives of civil society for sharing their perspectives and experiences and illustrating for us the progress made and challenges encountered in implementing resolutions 2250 (2015) and 2419 (2018). Both of those resolutions as well as the progress study entitled "The missing peace: independent progress study on youth and peace and security" (S/2018/86) serve as a reference point for giving a greater voice to young people in decision-making and implementing mechanisms that allow them to meaningfully participate in peace processes.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8577 (2019) · source