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  1. “We would like to reiterate that its ultimate objective is to support, ensure and maintain security and stability in Somalia. I wish to reaffirm Indonesia’s solidarity with Somalia in achieving long-term peace and stability, as well as our respect for Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.”

    2020-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8735 (2020) · source

  2. “Secondly, Indonesia continues to support the Panel’s work priorities for 2020. As we stated during the briefing on Somalia earlier this week (see S/PV.8731), we are concerned by the ongoing threat of Al-Shabaab. We welcome in particular the expanded focus on Al-Shabaab’s revenue sources. We look forward to seeing concrete recommendations to effectively cut Al-Shabaab off from its sources of weapons and financing. Thirdly, we feel the need to continue raising awareness of the purpose of the sanctions regime. We concur with the statement of the Chair that the sanctions regime is not static; it must be used only as a means to support a wider political strategy and peace process. It must therefore have a clear, transparent and measurable timetable.”

    2020-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8735 (2020) · source

  3. “Let begin by thanking you, Sir, in your capacity as the Chair of the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolution 751 (1992), concerning Somalia, for your important briefing. I would like to reaffirm our support for your leadership and work as Chair. I would like to share several points in that regard. First, we commend your efforts as Chair to contribute towards the resetting of relations between the Federal Government of Somalia and the Panel of Experts. As we said on previous occasions, dialogue and cooperation between Somalia and the Panel, based on mutual respect, are key for the Panel’s success in discharging its mandate. We encourage continued confidence-building exercises between the Government of Somalia and the Panel and are heartened by the recent engagement and visit to Mogadishu by the Coordinator of the Panel.”

    2020-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8735 (2020) · source

  4. “Again, my delegation urges all parties on the ground to cease their military activities. We must avoid armed confrontations, which will only increase the number of displaced people and exacerbate the suffering of civilians. Before I conclude, let me highlight the importance of thinking beyond the agenda of the Constitutional Committee. Indonesia sincerely hopes that an agreement on the agenda can soon be reached so that Committee members can begin their substantive work, which is the crucial part of the process. Trust and confidence among the Syrian parties are also key.”

    2020-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8715 (2020) · source

  5. “Secondly, immediate humanitarian assistance is needed by civilians. As Under-Secretary-General Lowcock mentioned, about 580,000 people in north- west Syria have left their homes in the past two months in order to escape the hostilities and seek safety. Most of those individuals have been displaced multiple times. They are vulnerable and need urgent humanitarian support. Thirdly, we would urge the Syrian parties to pursue concrete efforts in order to be able to advance the work of the Constitutional Committee. We appreciate all the efforts of the various parties to de-escalate the conflict in the north-west, particularly those that have led to ceasefire agreements. However, such agreements need to be firmly respected and implemented. Indonesia supports the engagement of the United Nations with all the relevant parties to end the violence.”

    2020-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8715 (2020) · source

  6. “It is our strong belief that the most important approach and priority for the Council at this particular time is to be united in addressing the Syrian dossier. I wish to re-emphasize the importance of three main points. First, there must be an immediate cessation of hostilities in north-west Syria. It is a matter of the utmost urgency that all parties on the ground respect their obligations to protect civilians under international humanitarian law. In that regard, we would like to highlight something important yet disturbing mentioned by Special Envoy Pedersen, namely, “[w]e appear to have lost sight of the principle of proportionality.” I think that is a very basic, yet extremely important, issue. In that context, let me reiterate our position that attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure are unacceptable.”

    2020-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8715 (2020) · source

  7. “Indonesia would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Lowcock and Special Envoy Pedersen for their briefings. We commend their strong and tireless efforts in executing their respective mandates. My delegation underlined our position on the humanitarian situation in north-west Syria and on the Constitutional Committee at the two meetings on Syrian humanitarian and political issues held last week on the same day (see S/PV.8707 and S/PV.8708). Before I continue, I would like to underscore that, while we value every meeting of the Security Council, we would prefer all Council meetings to be conducted appropriately and as necessary, without creating further divergence among Council members.”

    2020-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8715 (2020) · source

  8. “We also call for the removal of the Sudan from the list of State sponsors of terrorism and the lifting of unilateral economic sanctions against the country, as we emphasized during the high-level event last month. The international community should do more to alleviate the humanitarian suffering of the Sudanese people, including internally displaced persons and those affected by food insecurity and the recent floods. A peace process is never an easy venture. It is a long and arduous journey that requires the utmost care, political will, compromise and constant support. Indonesia stands ready to accompany the Sudan on this historic journey.”

    2019-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8643 (2019) · source

  9. “The United Nations and the African Union must leverage their full strength, including the various tools at their disposal, and harmonize the work of existing initiatives. The third issue we would like to highlight relates to international support. We must not lose sight of the fact that efforts to promote peace in the Sudan are taking place against a backdrop of persistent economic difficulties and a dire humanitarian situation. As a brotherly nation of the Sudan, Indonesia is heartened to see the outpouring of international support for the country, including during the General Assembly's high-level event on the Sudan last month. For current political gains to be sustainable, the Sudan needs mobilized financial assistance, investment and trade.”

    2019-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8643 (2019) · source

  10. “Focusing the future mandate of UNAMID on supporting and strengthening the State liaison functions is something that the Council should positively consider. We take note of the options presented in the special report regarding the appropriate pace of UNAMID's drawdown and stand ready to discuss them with other Council members in a constructive manner. That brings me to the second issue - the follow- on mechanism. My delegation cannot overemphasize the imperative of ample, timely and meaningful consultations with the Sudanese authorities in developing a follow-up mechanism for UNAMID. National ownership and support is a precondition for the implementation of a successful follow-up mechanism.”

    2019-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8643 (2019) · source

  11. “Inclusive dialogue is the key to resolving any differences, and for that, the cessation of hostilities is a must. I wish to focus on three important issues. First, we have consistently underlined the importance of the responsible drawdown of UNAMID, guided by a careful assessment of the situation on the ground, including on whether the current challenges still require UNAMID's continued presence. The drawdown of UNAMID must be done in a manner that preserves its gains and does not create a security vacuum. My delegation values the role of State liaison functions in enabling UNAMID, the United Nations country team and the Sudanese authorities to together address critical conflict drivers in Darfur through joint programmatic activities.”

    2019-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8643 (2019) · source

  12. “Let me begin by thanking Under-Secretary-General Lacroix for his briefing. We also thank the Secretary-General and the Chairperson of the African Union Commission for their special report on the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) (S/20l9/816), as requested by resolution 2479 (2019). We have witnessed some encouraging developments since the Council last deliberated on the Sudan (see S/PV.8603), including the signing of the Juba Declaration between the transitional authorities and the coalition of armed groups, the agreement to open a United Nations human rights office in the Sudan and the commencement of peace talks in Juba a few days ago. In order for the peace talks to move forward, all parties must restrain themselves and refrain from actions that could undermine trust among them.”

    2019-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8643 (2019) · source

  13. “We also welcome the activation of the tripartite ceasefire enhancement and de-escalation mechanism in order to prevent incidents in Al-Hudaydah governorate and as a direct channel of communication among the parties, under the auspices of the United Nations Mission to Support the Hodeidah Agreement (UNMHA). The works in progress in Al-Hudaydah demonstrate the continued commitment of the parties to the implementation of the Al-Hudaydah Agreement and are a positive sign for extending the broader Agreement beyond Al-Hudaydah. Finally, we take note of the Secretary-General's positive assessment of UNMHA. Indonesia remains committed to supporting the work of the United Nations in Yemen, including by being part of UNMHA.”

    2019-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8642 (2019) · source

  14. “We share the view expressed by the briefers and some members of the Council who have spoken before us that ending the conflict and improving the country's economic conditions are the only means of stopping the humanitarian catastrophe in Yemen. Thirdly, the implementation of the Stockholm Agreement should continue, in particular through the full implementation of the Al-Hudaydah Agreement. As has been repeated several times, Al-Hudaydah is the centre of gravity of the crisis and progress in Al-Hudaydah remains crucial to efforts to address the conflict in Yemen. It is also the location of the corridor for humanitarian assistance and, through its port, a source of revenue for the Yemeni people. We call for the implementation of both phases of the Agreement, in accordance with the technical modalities of the Agreement itself.”

    2019-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8642 (2019) · source

  15. “The Government of Yemen and the Houthis, as well as other relevant parties, should resume dialogue with the aim of committing to a wider ceasefire and to ending the conflict. Inclusive intra-Yemeni dialogue with the participation of all relevant stakeholders, including representatives of civil society, non-governmental organizations, women and youth, could chart the path to a comprehensive political solution for the future of Yemen. Key regional players should also support the process. Indonesia once again reiterates its support for the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Yemen in pursuing the resumption of the political process to end the conflict in Yemen.”

    2019-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8642 (2019) · source

  16. “In that regard, we are hopeful that we will be able to reduce the number of casualties. Saving human lives has always been Indonesia's biggest interest, and it remains so. We also welcome the positive developments in Aden, as they extend the reduction of violence to the southern part of Yemen. In that regard, we commend the ongoing good offices being conducted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. We believe that such a de-escalation would create space for the parties to enhance their confidence and trust, which would be beneficial for the prospects of resuming the second dialogue. That brings me to my second point, which is that the resumption of peace talks by the end of the year should be made a priority. It is almost a year since the first dialogue resulted in the Stockholm Agreement.”

    2019-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8642 (2019) · source

  17. “Let me begin by thanking Special Envoy Griffiths and Under-Secretary- General Lowcock for their briefings. We commend their efforts and attempts to ease the conflict and deliver humanitarian assistance on the ground. In responding to the briefings, Indonesia would like to underscore three points. First, improving the security situation and promoting de-escalation must be the priority at this time. We welcome the positive signals by all sides indicating their interest in de-escalation and call upon them to transform these signals into further positive, concrete actions. In that regard, we are encouraged by the releasing of detainees, as stated by Special Envoy Griffiths. It is our fervent hope that the reduction of Violence, particularly cross-border attacks, will lead to the de-escalation of violence in other parts of Yemen.”

    2019-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8642 (2019) · source

  18. “This is in line with the current spirit of reform of the United Nations, including by breaking the silos between the branches of the United Nations system. We also urge them to include United Nations peacekeeping missions on the ground in their coordination efforts, as well as United Nations experts mandated by the Security Council. In conclusion, it is clear that the challenges in the region persist, and as members of the Security Council, we are obliged to continue to provide support to the countries of the region in accordance with our mandate.”

    2019-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8538 (2019) · source

  19. “We recognize the important efforts undertaken for the region by the African Union, the Economic Community of Central African States, the Central African Economic and Monetary Community, the Lake Chad Basin Commission, the Gulf of Guinea Commission and other regional and subregional organizations, and we encourage them to continue their collaboration with the United Nations. Indonesia also notes the significant importance of the region for the United Nations, which is apparent from the number of dedicated United Nations special envoys and representatives to the region and its countries. We welcome the efforts to enhance coherence and coordination between them, including the coordination and cooperation between UNOCA and the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel, as the Special Representative mentioned.”

    2019-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8538 (2019) · source

  20. “Peace and stability remain fragile. The region is prey to threats from armed groups, the illicit exploitation and trafficking of natural resources, and communicable diseases. The violence committed by the Lord's Resistance Army and Boko Haram has significantly affected the region's stability. That must also stop. Secondly, partnerships between regional and subregional organizations, in collaboration with the United Nations, are urgently needed. Indonesia believes in the principle that neighbours know best. As natural first responders, regional and subregional organizations play a very important role in enabling the region to resolve this crisis.”

    2019-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8538 (2019) · source

  21. “We must collectively seize this momentum in order to assist the countries of the region in their efforts to address their various challenges and achieve a better future for their region. I would like to focus my comments on a number of points. First, the root causes of conflict should be comprehensively addressed. We share the Secretary- General's view that inclusive, genuine and credible electoral processes remain a key factor for the region. The Governments of the region must regain the trust of their peoples, especially after years of conflict and political distrust. Not only that, they must also gain one another's trust. Good neighbours create a good community. And the international community should work together to provide capacity that will enable the creation of that trust. In short, trust is important and partnership is key.”

    2019-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8538 (2019) · source

  22. “We have noted from his briefing and from the Secretary-General's latest report (S/2019/430) that the situation in Central Africa remained volatile and highly charged by political and security challenges. However, we cannot overlook the positive progress that has taken place in the region since the beginning of the year. The peaceful general elections and transfer of Power in the Democratic Republic of Congo and the signing of the Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in the Central African Republic arejust a few ofthe highlights. There is no doubt that the region is currently in the international spotlight. We have heard over and over again that multilateral and bilateral efforts to support the region are being prepared and delivered.”

    2019-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8538 (2019) · source

  23. “On behalf of my delegation, I would like to begin by congratulating you and your team, Mr. President, on your assumption of the presidency ofthe Council for this month. I also want to assure you of our full support and readiness to work with you throughout your presidency. We would also like to thank all the members of the Council for their support to our delegation during Indonesia's presidency last month. And we wish you and all the Members of the United Nations Eid Mubarak - a happy holiday. We thank Special Representative Fall for his briefing and for the work of the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa (UNOCA) in supporting the countries of the region.”

    2019-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8538 (2019) · source

  24. “President, by congratulating your delegation on a successful presidency of the Council throughout this month. Let me assure you that Indonesia remains fully determined to help enable credible dialogue, lasting peace and harmony, be it nationally, regionally or globally.”

    2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source

  25. “The United Nations must live up to its promise to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war, but as central as it is, the United Nations alone - or a handful of countries and civil society groups by themselves - cannot broker peace. We must all play our respective roles responsibly and support United Nations efforts. Indonesia commends the Secretary-General's Special Envoys, peace emissaries and the Standby Team of Senior Mediation Advisers for their vital work, along with the Secretariat for continuing to strengthen the Mediation Support Unit. We also appreciate the work of the Secretary-General's High-level Advisory Board on Mediation. Together with Finland, Indonesia was pleased to co-host the second meeting of the Advisory Board, which took place in Helsinki in June. Allow me to conclude, Mr.”

    2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source

  26. “Thirdly, conflict prevention and mediation should also be supported by more reliable resourcing and capacities. The effective and efficient management of all mediation and conflict-prevention activities by the Secretariat, particularly the Department of Political Affairs, is indeed most pertinent. Fourthly, we underline the resolution of root causes of conflicts in a just and even-handed manner, with the Security Council fulfilling its role according to principles of the Charter, international law and international humanitarian law. In thatr egard, we agree with the Secretary-General during his opening remarks this morning that the Council can play its mediation role only if it is united.”

    2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source

  27. “While we fully support dialogue and mediation, it is crucial that they be pursued on the foundations of international law, justice and fair play. That protects the weak and prevents the mighty from acting on impulse. Secondly, more engagement and partnerships with regional and subregional organizations should be undertaken. The deft matching of United Nations resources and capacities with unparalleled local knowledge, expertise and ties can greatly elevate prospects for the success of mediation. As an example, in our region, member States of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and China have finally agreed on a single draft code of conduct negotiating text to further settle issues in our region. Such regional resolutions should be further encouraged within the United Nations framework.”

    2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source

  28. “Everyone should do their utmost to translate the those resolutions and reforms to ensure concrete outcomes for those affected on the ground. Let us see to it that mediation, conflict resolution and peacebuilding are actualized effectively inside and outside the United Nations. Indonesia has long called for a greater recourse to Chapter VI of the Charter of the United Nations. As our Foreign Minister said during elections for non-permanent Security Council seats in June, Indonesia - as a true partner for world peace, security and prosperity - is ready to play its role in the peaceful settlement of disputes. In that context, I would like to emphasize several points. First, promoting the habit of dialogue and respect for international law is important.”

    2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source

  29. “Another persisting observation in the report is the substantial increase in the internationalization and regionalization of conflicts, thus complicating their resolution. We are pleased that the Secretary-General has designated conflict prevention as a top priority. We will assume a leading role on that agenda and call for a surge in diplomacy. As mediation is an essential component ofsustaining peace, we are also encouraged by the recent adoption of resolutions on peacebuilding and sustaining peace, both in the General Assembly and the Security Council. The latest endorsement of the Secretary-General's proposed reform of the United Nations peace and security pillar by Member States is also very positive.”

    2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source

  30. “Indonesia thanks the United Kingdom for convening this very important open debate. We also thank the Secretary-General and The Most Reverend and Right Honourable Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury, as well as the other briefers, for their valuable perspectives on advancing mediation and conflict resolution. Indonesia associates itself with the statement delivered by the representative of Turkey on behalf of the Group of Friends of Mediation and by the representative of Venezuela on behalf of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries. The Secretary-General's report on United Nations activities in support of mediation (A/72/115) presented some grimrealities: the number ofmajorcivilwars almost tripled in the decade up to 2015, with an unprecedented increase in conflict fatalities and displaced persons.”

    2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source