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“I would first like to thank Special Envoy Ould Cheikh Ahmed for his briefing this morning and for his efforts to politically end the conflict in Yemen, which is in a situation going from a very bad - even desperate - situation to an even worse one. I would also like to thank Mr. O'Brien, Mr. Graziano da Silva and Mr. Ghebreyesus for their valuable contributions today. I would like to say to them that we pay tribute to the United Nations and all humanitarian actors present on the ground, who continue to deliver live-saving support to all those in need in what are very challenging circumstances. This morning's briefings warrant action on several fronts. First, we all know that a political solution is the only way to end the conflict in Yemen.”
2017-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7999 (2017) · source
“Sweden, in cooperation with the Secretary- General and partners concerned, will continue to look into concrete proposals on how the United Nations system, including the Council, can further support the ongoing national investigations in order to establish the truth and bring the perpetrators to justice. One such option would be an additional investigative mechanism.”
2017-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7998 (2017) · source
“We welcome and fully support the Human Rights Council resolution co-sponsored by us requesting the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights to dispatch a team of international experts, including from the region, to investigate allegations of gross violations and abuses in the Kasai region. We urge the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to cooperate fully with the investigation team and the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in this regard. Lastly, no stone should be left unturned in our efforts to deliver justice for those who lost their lives in the service of the United Nations, including the two United Nations experts - Zaida Catalan and Michael Sharp.”
2017-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7998 (2017) · source
“We encourage constructive, concerted and continuous engagement by regional actors. In that context, we welcome the joint delegation of the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region, the Southern Africa Development Community, the African Union and the United Nations in Kinshasa in May and hope for a speedy follow-up. The mandate of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, which we adopted this spring, with its focus on support for the political process, compels the United Nations to act strategically and efficiently. We stand ready for continuous and close consultations with the Secretariat to ensure the Mission's ability to fulfil the mandated tasks, not least related to the protection of civilians. The strategic review will provide important input to such discussions.”
2017-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7998 (2017) · source
“The implementation of the 31 December agreement, paving the way for free, peaceful and credible elections, is key in that regard. We again call upon all signatories to fully implement the agreement, which, together with a sustainable settlement of outstanding issues in the political process, provides the only viable way out of the current humanitarian, economic and security crisis. We again welcome the important work conducted by Special Representative of the Secretary-General Mamam Sidikou in his good offices function, and we support his call on the Independent National Electoral Commission to publish without delay an official and consensual calendar for the organization of the elections. A peaceful and stable Democratic Republic of the Congo is critical for stability in the subregion and the region as a whole.”
2017-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7998 (2017) · source
“I thank Under Secretary- General Lacroix for his briefing. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General for his report (S/2017/565). Like others, we are deeply concerned about the scale of violence, violations of international humanitarian law and the grave human rights violations and abuses taking place with widespread impunity in the Democratic Republic of the Congo right now. The situation in the Kasai, as well as the negative development in the eastern part of the country, are particularly worrying. Children are disproportionally affected, as we have heard. We must act with determination to ensure that these violations come to an end and prevent further conflicts from erupting or spreading. Political means must be given priority.”
2017-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7998 (2017) · source
“To this end, the Mission must have sufficient presence locally and regionally to fulfil its mandate. A committed and sustained effort is now needed from all parts of the State, as well as the United Nations and the international community, in support of the wider peace agreement, including comprehensive rural reform, so that it can rapidly deliver tangible peace dividends for all Colombians.”
2017-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7997 (2017) · source
“A second political mission in Colombia will support the parties in building trust and overcoming challenges for the next stage of this historic process. Sweden voted in favour of resolution 2366 (2017). We are proud to sponsor it and would like to take this opportunity to express Sweden's continued firm commitment to Colombia and to the United Nations mission. The political, economic and social reincorporation of former combatants is now among the main challenges moving forward. The violence against human rights defenders and community leaders and the killings of FARC-EP members and their families show the urgent need for a second mission to also verify the implementation of personal and collective security guarantees, as requested by the parties.”
2017-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7997 (2017) · source
“We are delighted to have Foreign Minister Holguin Cuellar here today. I want to begin by congratulating the Government of Colombia and the Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia 7 Ej ercito del Pueblo (FARC-EP) for reaching another historic milestone in the peace process with the successful laying down of individual arms by FARC- EP on 27 June. We commend the strong commitment of both sides and their efforts to overcome challenges in the implementation of the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace that resulted in this historic achievement. The United Nations Mission in Colombia has played an important role in support of the peace process. We would like to thank the United Nations Mission in Colombia and Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Jean Arnault, for their excellent work.”
2017-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7997 (2017) · source
“In the meantime, Sweden will stand united with Council members in condemning any action that jeopardizes international peace and security.”
2017-07-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7996 (2017) · source
“All must contribute to that end, and we welcome all initiatives to facilitate a peaceful and comprehensive solution through dialogue. Tensions have risen in recent months, and the potential for mistakes, misunderstanding and miscalculation is high. A regional security mechanism should be the medium-term goal. We remain fully committed to the denuclearization of the Korean peninsula. We reiterate our solidarity with the neighbouring countries and their peoples, who are living under the constant shadow of the threatening behaviour of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. We again call on the Democratic People's Republic of Korea to re-engage in a credible and meaningful dialogue with the international community.”
2017-07-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7996 (2017) · source
“The continued unity of the Security Council in the face of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea's blatant violations of the Council's resolutions is of the utmost importance, as is the effective implementation of relevant Council resolutions by all countries. Implementation ofthe sanctions against the Democratic People's Republic of Korea remains insufficient and highly inconsistent. We reiterate that all United Nations Member States must do their utmost in that regard. There is no military solution to the situation on the Korean peninsula. There is an urgent need for redoubled efforts to build confidence, avoid further escalation and take steps to prepare for a peaceful, diplomatic and comprehensive solution to the situation on the peninsula and the wider region.”
2017-07-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7996 (2017) · source
“I thank Japan, the United States and the Republic of Korea for asking for this meeting to be convened this afternoon. The missile test yesterday, of possible intercontinental range, illustrates the determination of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea to continue the development of its ballistic missile and nuclear weapons programmes. That is a cause of great concern for the region and, indeed, for the world. Sweden condemns yesterday's test in the strongest possible terms. We once again call on the Democratic People's Republic of Korea to cease all development of its ballistic missile and nuclear weapons programmes, and to take immediate steps towards the programme's complete, verifiable and irreversible dismantlement, in accordance with relevant Security Council resolutions.”
2017-07-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7996 (2017) · source
“In our national capacities, as Member States and friends of the Colombian people, but also as a united Security Council, we must continue to stand with the parties as they continue to work for lasting peace in Colombia.”
2017-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7995 (2017) · source
“In that regard, we would like highlight the Colombia conclusions of the Security Council Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict, which I had the pleasure and honour to chair, and the recommendations they contain. We would also like to thank the Special Representative for the work that the Mission has undertaken regarding the inclusion and participation of women, as well as in developing prevention and protection mechanisms for possible situations of gender-based violence. I also credit the Government for the way it is carrying out that agenda. The Peace Agreement marked a new beginning for Colombia. With each milestone along the way, peace is further consolidated. Yet, as the Secretary-General told us in January, peace is not inevitable. It still requires a lot of hard work.”
2017-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7995 (2017) · source
“In that regard, we were impressed by the presentation of the annual report of the United Nations Post-Conflict Multi-Partner Trust Fund for Colombia, which brings together the Colombian Government, the United Nations and the international community. We are very proud to have contributed to that Fund. I thank the Special Representative for his update on the situation of children, and in particular on the implementation of the agreement signed on 15 May 2016 on the separation and reintegration of children associated with the FARC-EP. The focus must now be on reintegration and rehabilitation of children separated from the ranks of the FARC-EP.”
2017-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7995 (2017) · source
“That should maximize synergies and avoid duplication so that the United Nations can really deliver as one and adopt a coherent approach to facilitating the implementation of the Peace Agreement. Peace can be made only by those who are part of the conflict; however, once they set out along the path of peace they should not walk it alone. All parts of the State need to facilitate the implementation of the Agreement, including moving forward on the amnesty provisions. The goodwill and generosity of spirit of partners is essential. A committed and sustained effort is needed in support of the implementation of the wider Peace Agreement, including comprehensive rural reform, so that it can rapidly deliver tangible peace dividends.”
2017-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7995 (2017) · source
“We would like to underscore the need for a second mission to have sufficient presence locally and regionally to be able to effectively and meaningfully verify the implementation of the relevant provisions of the Final Agreement. That includes the reintegration of elements of the FARC-EP as well as personal and collective security guarantees, as requested by the parties. I must say that we are concerned about the killings of human rights defenders, FARC-EP members and their families, as well as violence against social leaders - as reported by the Secretary-General. It is also important that the second mission should cooperate, support and coordinate with the United Nations country team with regard to overlapping mandates.”
2017-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7995 (2017) · source
“We therefore commend the firm commitment of both sides and their efforts to overcome challenges in the implementation of the Final Peace Agreement that resulted in this historic achievement. I concur with Ambassador Rosselli in his description ofthe exemplary achievements reached thus far. The United Nations Mission in Colombia has played an important role in support of the peace process. We believe that a second political mission will support the parties in building trust and overcoming challenges for the next stage. For that reason, we strongly support a second United Nations mission in Colombia. A second mission must be tailored to the next stage of the peace process.”
2017-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7995 (2017) · source
“I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his comprehensive report (S/2017/539). Let me also thank Special Representative Arnault and his team for his important briefing and, more important, for the work that they carry out on a daily basis. I want to take this opportunity to say a few words about the courage of both sides. Peace is never easy. It requires a great deal of courage and endurance. In Colombia we have seen both. We congratulate the Government of Colombia and the Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia-Ejercito del Pueblo (FARC-EP) for reaching another historic milestone in the peace process, with the successful laying down of individual arms by the FARC-EP on 27 June. As the Security Council saw first hand during its visit to Colombia, the process was not without challenges.”
2017-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7995 (2017) · source
“We echo the call of the Secretary-General for all States to act in accordance with and in support of the agreement and to avoid provocative rhetoric or action. Mutual trust is essential for this historic agreement to succeed.”
2017-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7990 (2017) · source
“Unless exempted, any transfer of arms to and from Iran requires the authorization of the Council. We will carefully future reports from the Secretary-General relating to confiscated material as more information becomes available. Finally, like others, we reiterate our concern over the continued contraventions of the travel ban. It is important that Member States provide to the Secretary- General all the information necessary to carry out the reporting requirements set out in the resolution. We call on the Government of Iran to formally respond to allegations as identified in the Secretary-General's report. The July 2016 agreement of the JCPOA underscored the power of dialogue to make progress in non-proliferation. However, reaping the full benefits of the agreement will require the long-term commitment of all sides.”
2017-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7990 (2017) · source
“That the procurement channel is working according to plan is encouraging, as is Iran's general compliance with its nuclear-related obligations - as evidenced by reports of the International Atomic Energy Agency. It is important that the Islamic Republic of Iran continue to provisionally apply the additional protocol to its Safeguards Agreement. In addition, we look forward to Iran's early ratification of the additional protocol. In spite of the general positive picture, I would like to mention three areas that remain of concern. First of all, we have previously expressed our concern over ballistic missile test, which are inconsistent with resolution 2231 (2015). Secondly, the seizure of arms, apparently originating in Iran, in contravention of the measures in resolution 2231 (2015), is deeply disturbing.”
2017-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7990 (2017) · source
“First of all, I would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Feltman, Ambassador Cardi and Ambassador Vale de Almeida for their engagement and briefings this afternoon. We see the agreement on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) as a milestone that represents an important example of dispute resolution conflict prevention. Its continued implementation benefits international peace and security and stability in the region. There are encouraging developments and there are issues of concern. We should be open about both. We welcome the report of the Secretary-General (S/20l7/515), which shows that the implementation of the JCPOA continues to be broadly in line with expectations.”
2017-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7990 (2017) · source
“The threat that the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction poses to international peace and security continues to grow. It is only through States working together in full support for the multilateral institutions we have put in place that this threat can be managed.”
2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985 (2017) · source
“It is important to highlight the risks associated with intangible transfers of technology, whereby sensitive know-how might be transferred through research, industry or social media. This is an issue that we raised repeatedly during last year's comprehensive review. As Vice-Chair of the 1540 Committee, we are currently considering ways of highlighting this issue, including through outreach events. Finally, we would like to congratulate Spain once more for the proactive and committed way in which it led the comprehensive review last year, and to commend Bolivia for the continuation of those efforts under its leadership. It is essential that we continue to take into consideration the evolving proliferation threats as we move forward towards the global implementation of resolutions 1540 (2004) and 2325 (2016).”
2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985 (2017) · source
“President, progress has been achieved in the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004); however, much work remains to be done to ensure its application globally. Sweden is committed to supporting that work. We recently made a special financial contribution to the Office for Disarmament Affairs for the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004). In addition, we are contributing to global efforts in support of the resolution's objectives through the nuclear security cooperation programme of the Swedish Radiation Safety Authority, and our engagement in the Group of Seven Global Partnership programme, where we currently co-chair the biosecurity sub-working group. However, we should not limit our attention to items and materials alone; knowledge and information also represent important factors in the attainment of weapons of mass destruction.”
2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985 (2017) · source
“As we have seen from recent terrorist attacks, the aim of the perpetrators is to indiscriminately injure and kill as many innocent people as possible. Therefore, we must be alert to the fact that there is a real threat of non-State actors seeking to procure and use weapons of mass destruction. Sweden remains strongly committed to the strengthening of the multilateral disarmament and non-proliferation regimes, not least in the field of nuclear disarmament. Resolution 1540 (2004) is an important complement to those regimes. The use of chemical weapons by Da'esh and the enduring ability of some States with weapons of mass destruction aspirations to contravene export controls bear witness to the continuing and growing relevance of resolution 1540 (2004). As we heard from your own briefing this morning, Mr.”
2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985 (2017) · source
“I thank you, Mr. President, for organizing today's open debate. I would like to thank the Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, Ms. Nakamitsu, Mr. Ballard and you, Mr. President, for the very comprehensive and informative briefings this morning. Sweden aligns itself with the statements that will be made later by the observer of the European Union, by the representative of Spain, on behalf of the Group of Friends of resolution 1540 (2004), and by the representative of Norway on behalf of the Nordic countries. Today's discussion on resolution 1540 (2004) and the non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, particularly with regard to non-State actors, is very timely.”
2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985 (2017) · source
“In his recent trip to New York, Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General ElHillo stated that "Liberia represents a success story in peacekeeping. We now must ensure that it is also a success in peacebuilding." That will require innovative thinking on how to secure reliable resources once UNMIL has departed, and the Security Council has a key role to play in the process. For our part, the Peacebuilding Commission stands ready to continue its political accompaniment, ensuring continued international attention after the peacekeepers have left and insisting on drawing attention to gaps. We will undertake continued advocacy on the importance of pursuing reforms that are central for sustaining peace in Liberia.”
2017-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7984 (2017) · source
“However, the current situation means that the indicators of fragility continue to exist, in particular insufficient progress on reconciliation and on needed legislation for addressing the root causes of the conflict, the weak economy and the upcoming election, where the stakes are high. Liberia's international partners have a collective responsibility to make sure that the investments made over the past 13 years, through peacekeeping, are safeguarded, and to build on those investments in order to consolidate the peace in Liberia. That includes ensuring that the remaining United Nations presence is configured and provided with sufficient resources to respond to the ongoing needs of the Liberian people through peacebuilding support.”
2017-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7984 (2017) · source
“Given those capacity constraints and based on the Peacebuilding Commission's experience with the United Nations transition in Sierra Leone, several members of the Peacebuilding Commission have flagged concerns about UNMIL's transition to the country team. The Security Council and the Peacebuilding Commission could help the United Nations system to identify how to responsibly manage the transition and how to ensure predictable financing for peacebuilding in Liberia during the critical transition phase. We commend the efforts of UNMIL over the past 13 years. As the peacekeeping mission withdraws, it will serve as a test case for the United Nations system and Liberia in the fulfilment of peacebuilding and sustaining-peace goals and tasks. Liberia has come a long way since the conflict ended, and much progress has been achieved.”
2017-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7984 (2017) · source
“In that regard, I commend the United Nations country team for having carried out robust mapping of its capacities. I believe that it may be the first of its kind. This has clearly been a highly useful exercise. It has provided a clear point of departure and has enabled the whole United Nations system in Liberia to think strategically about the transition and about how to increase capacity in the country team as UNMIL leaves, so that it can take over support for residual tasks. However, it also means that we have a very clear picture of what will be needed in the future. It is worrying to note that, as UNMIL draws down, the United Nations will clearly face a cliff in terms of resources, capacities and expertise for the support of peacebuilding.”
2017-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7984 (2017) · source
“In my discussions with both the National Elections Commission and the Chief Justice, I once again stressed the need for solid mechanisms for swift dispute resolution and for managing run-offs, which they confirmed are in place. During my meetings with a range of stakeholders, I noted a broad sense of ownership of the Liberia peacebuilding plan. Its commitments set out a clear road map for addressing the country's remaining peacebuilding challenges. Financing for the implementation of the commitments made remains an outstanding issue. In meetings with the United Nations system in Monrovia, I discussed the kind of support that the United Nations can provide in taking those commitments forward in the light of the UNMIL drawdown and the coming transition in the United Nations presence.”
2017-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7984 (2017) · source
“Asofnow,22politicalpartiesarefieldingcandidates. Some stakeholders have expressed worries about the fact that candidates may be running on personalized platforms and may mobilize voters around identity politics instead of running policy-based campaigns. I encouraged representatives of political parties to focus their campaigning on the key issues confronting the country rather than mobilizing around tribal politics. I commend the active and important role played by the United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) generally, and the Office of the Special Representative in particular, in facilitating dialogue in the run-up to the election.”
2017-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7984 (2017) · source
“As we just heard, in a welcome move earlier this month, political parties signed the Farmington River declaration on the margins of the Summit of the Economic Community of West African States in Monrovia, in which they committed to peaceful elections. The otherchallenges outstanding pertainto a funding gap for the activities of the Elections Commission and to controversies related to the application of the code of conduct, and should be addressed and resolved as soon as possible. In addition, we should stress the continuing need for civic education, awareness-raising and outreach to a largely disenfranchised population ahead of the election, and for increased efforts to ensure strong participation by women. The fact that the election is taking place during the rainy season is a complicating factor.”
2017-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7984 (2017) · source
“Efforts aimed at strengthening access to justice and the rule of law are equally important and remain vital to fostering a sense of inclusion and social cohesion and to building trust in national institutions. In four months' time, Liberians will be heading to the polls, and the preparations for elections are well under way. They have been described as a defining moment for Liberia, one in which the country will see the first democratic transfer of power in its modern history. Successful elections and a peaceful transition will undoubtedly help to consolidate democracy and good governance. During our visit, the National Elections Commission was working on a voter registration exhibition designed to address irregularities in the registration process.”
2017-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7984 (2017) · source
“Reconciliation, land use, decentralization, access to justice, and violence against women are among the more critical issues that are still to be resolved and that will determine whether Liberia moves towards a true and lasting consolidation of peace. As we just heard, the limited fiscal capacity to take reforms forward under the current Administration may itself lead to increased grievances. Diversification and revitalization of the economy are desperately needed. On the security side, the overall situation remains stable. While the Government successfully resumed responsibility for its security as ofJuly 2016, there is still work to be done to further build the capacity of security actors, including the armed forces and the Liberia National Police.”
2017-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7984 (2017) · source
“In addition to the rich briefing we have just heard by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, I would like to share the impressions with which I left Monrovia. As we have noted in the past couple of months, Liberia is at a critical juncture. Several historic transitions are under way. The situation therefore requires, and deserves, the dedicated attention of international partners in the months ahead. While no one I met suggested to me that there is a clear or imminent risk of a relapse into conflict, there are real hurdles ahead as the peacekeeping Mission closes down and the new Government takes the reins. We know that the main root causes of conflict in Liberia must continue to be addressed.”
2017-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7984 (2017) · source
“In my meetings, I welcomed the dedicated, inclusive and swift efforts of the Government and of the United Nations to develop a peacebuilding plan in response to the Council's resolution 2333 (2016). I also stressed the importance of undertaking key structural reforms, as set out in phase I of the peacebuilding plan, which will help to address some of the root causes of conflict in Liberia. That includes the enacting of important bills on issues such as land rights, local Government and domestic violence. I also urged all stakeholders to contribute to free and fair elections, prioritize women's strong participation in them and involve young people throughout the process.”
2017-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7984 (2017) · source
“I was fortunate enough to be able to meet with a wide range of stakeholders, including President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf and Deputy Ministers from the departments of internal affairs, foreign affairs and finance, as well as the Ministry ofJustice. I also met with representatives of civil society, youth representatives, political parties, the National Elections Commission, the Chief Justice and Supreme Court justices, and representatives of the international community. At this point I would like to thank the Permanent Representative of Liberia and his delegation for being consistently supportive of my Visits, and to say that working with Liberia, as part of the Peacebuilding Commission, has been an exceptionally good experience. It is a pleasure to work with a country that is itself so committed to working with the Commission.”
2017-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7984 (2017) · source
“I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for the invitation to brief the Security Council in my capacity as Chair of the Liberia configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission. It gives me great pleasure to share with the Council some of the main takeaways from my recent trip to Liberia. The objective of my visit of 14 and 15 June was to follow up on progress made in the implementation of the peacebuilding plan; discuss preparations for the upcoming elections; consult with stakeholders on key reforms related to land rights and decentralization; and identify ways in which the Peacebuilding Commission can best offer support during the upcoming transitions.”
2017-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7984 (2017) · source
“Safia Farkash Al-Barassi, a listed individual who was authorized to travel between Egypt and Oman on the grounds of humanitarian need. Lastly, the Committee continued its consideration of the previously reported two letters received from Malta concerning the activities of two vessels that, reportedly, were illicitly attempting to export petroleum products and fuel from Libya to other destinations. That concludes my report. I would like to voice my appreciation for the work of the Panel of Experts, under the Committee and other committees. We know that at times the Panel works under very challenging circumstances.”
2017-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7961 (2017) · source
“Concerning the assets freeze, the Committee approved a request for exemption, submitted by Switzerland in accordance with paragraph 19 (b) of resolution 1970 (2011 in relation to the assets of the Libya Africa Investment Portfolio. Following the receipt of additional details from Canada, on an exemption request pertaining to an asset owned by a listed individual, the Committee's consideration of the matter is ongoing. With regard to the travel ban, during the period under review, the Committee approved an exemption under paragraph 16 (a) of resolution 1970 (2011), received through the Committee secretariat as "the relevant UN office" pursuant to section 9 (b) of the provisional guidelines of the Committee, from Ms.”
2017-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7961 (2017) · source
“Arms and related materiel were found on board that vessel, which was flying the flag of Libya. According to the ship master, the ports of origin and destination were Misrata and Benghazi, respectively. The Committee notified Libya of the inspection. Also in the context of the arms embargo, the Committee received the name of its new focal point pursuant to paragraph 6 of resolution 2278 (2016), namely, His Excellency Mr. Mohamed T.H. Siala, Minister for Foreign Affairs. Mr. Siala recently provided written briefings to the Committee with respect to the Libyan coast guard, explosive ordnance disposal units, and the presidential guard.”
2017-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7961 (2017) · source
“The Committee also received a post-delivery notification from Austria and a notice of cancellation of temporary export from the Netherlands. Furthermore, the Committee responded to a request from the Republic of Serbia for guidance on the scope and implementation of the arms embargo. The Commimttec also dispatched a letter to Libya on the same subject. In connection with a previous request for guidance received from Greece, following the receipt of certain information from Libya, the Committee wrote to both Greece and Libya again on the matter. The Committee also received an initial written report, submitted pursuant to paragraph 10 of resolution 2292 (2016), by the European Union Operation Sophia, of a vessel inspection undertaken on the high seas off the coast of Libya.”
2017-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7961 (2017) · source
“While the report received mixed reactions, Committee members expressed their support and appreciation for the work of the Panel of Experts. The main issues raised by Committee members during the discussion of the final report included violations of the arms embargo, human trafficking and migrant smuggling, issues related to oil and oil products from Libya, control over Libya's public financial institutions, the implementation of the assets freeze and the Panel's limited access to Libya. The Committee is in the process of concluding its consideration of the recommendations. With respect to the arms embargo, during the period under review, the Committee approved three requests for exemption for temporary export to Libya, submitted under paragraph 9 (c) of resolution 1970 (2011). Those requests came from Austria, the Netherlands and Germany.”
2017-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7961 (2017) · source
“In accordance with paragraph 24 (e) of resolution 1970 (2011) of 26 February 2011, I have the honour to report to the Security Council on the work of the Committee established by the same resolution. The report covers the period from 20 April to 7 June, during which time the Committee met once in informal consultations and conducted additional work via the silence procedure. During the informal consultations held on 19 May, the Committee heard a presentation by the Panel of Experts on its final report under resolution 2278 (2016) and discussed the recommendations contained therein. I will not summarize the report, as it will be published shortly under document symbol number S/20l7/466. As per practice, Libya was invited to read the report after discussion in the Committee and prior to publication, in the offices of the Secretariat.”
2017-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7961 (2017) · source
“The implementation of all the relevant resolutions, including the one just adopted, is crucial. We call on all States Members of the United Nations to meet their obligations in that regard. Finally, sanctions alone will not solve the situation on the Korean peninsula. Intensified and creative diplomatic efforts are needed to avoid misunderstandings and further escalation and to begin to prepare for a peaceful, diplomatic and comprehensive solution for the peninsula and the wider region. We call on the Democratic People's Republic of Korea to re-engage in a credible and meaningful dialogue with the international community.”
2017-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7958 (2017) · source
“Like others, we welcome the unanimous adoption of today's Security Council resolution 2356 (2017). The Council's action comes in response to the intensified pattern of provocations by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and demonstrates, once again, the unity and resolve of the Council on this issue. Sweden condemns in the strongest terms the Democratic People's Republic of Korea's repeated launches of ballistic missiles. Such actions are in blatant violation of the relevant Security Council resolutions. We stand with the neighbouring countries and their peoples, who are living under the constant shadow of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea's threatening behaviour. The Democratic People's Republic of Korea continues to show blatant disregard for its international obligations.”
2017-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7958 (2017) · source