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Suarez Moreno

lines on the record: 340
first: 2015-01-14
most recent: 2019-04-11
sittings or episodes: 47
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“While the report (S/2016/407) of the Secretary- General indicates that the security situation remained stable in recent months, we are concerned about the violent actions carried out by the opposition in the Kosovo Assembly, which impeded the effective implementation of the First Agreement on Principles Governing the Normalization of Relations of 19 April 2013. We are also concerned about the difficulties faced by Serbs when it comes to the right of return. Given that situation, the association/community of Serb majority municipalities in Kosovo is yet to be established in northern Kosovo. Among other things, therefore, we urge the authorities of that province to work decisively to achieve that goal as agreed in Brussels at the highest level. In that context, we reiterate that violence is not the way to achieve peace and stability.”
2016-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7693 (2016) · source
“The support of the United Nations continues to be fundamental in Kosovo, in particularly through the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK), in order to promote security, stability and respect for human rights - efforts that have been complemented by the Kosovo Force (KFOR) and the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX). UNMIK, KFOR and EULEX, based on their respective mandates, should continue to play a proactive, balanced, neutral and complementary role in the direct dialogue, with a View to promoting a lasting, sustainable, fair and mutually acceptable solution to the question of Kosovo.”
2016-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7693 (2016) · source
“Mr. Suarez Moreno (Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela) (spoke in Spanish): We appreciate the briefing by Mr. Zahir Tanin and the statement by the First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Serbia, Mr. Ivica Dacie. We also welcome the presence of Ms. Vlora Citaku. Venezuela once again emphasizes that resolution 1244 (1999) remains the applicable international legal basis for achieving a comprehensive settlement within the framework of political negotiations on the issue of Kosovo. We have reiterated on numerous occasions the need for strict adherence to international law with regard to finding peaceful settlements to disputes, non-intervention and respect for the sovereignty, territorial integrity, unity and political independence of Serbia.”
2016-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7693 (2016) · source
“In conclusion, we reiterate our call on all parties to redouble their efforts to maintain their resolve and political courage, to build confidence and to develop their capacity to work together in the framework of international law, which are key elements of a just and lasting solution that redounds to the benefit of the parties and the entire region.”
2016-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7688 (2016) · source
“The criminal tribunals have played a pivotal role in the strengthening of the rule of law and the promotion of long-term stability and reconciliation, and since their inception, they have been a vital tool for tackling impunity and ensuring that the perpetrators of the most serious international crimes do not escape justice. They have also paved the way for creating jurisprudence that serves as a source of inspiration for all national and international courts that are responsible or will be responsible for trying individuals accused of those crimes.”
2016-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7688 (2016) · source
“In that vein, we deplore the murder of two members ofthe armed forces ofBosnia and Herzegovina on 18 November 2015 in Rajlovac, near Sarajevo. We also commend the steps that are being taken to avoid the recruitment of foreign terrorist fighters to fight in the armed conflicts besetting the Middle East. Nonetheless, it is necessary to remain vigilant on this issue, which is so crucial to peace and security in the context of fluid international cooperation to confront the scourge of terrorism. With regard to violations of human rights and international humanitarian law committed during the armed conflict in the territories that belonged to the former Yugoslavia, we once again publicly express our support for the work of the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia, the body set up to try those responsible for such atrocities.”
2016-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7688 (2016) · source
“His efforts to move that work forward and find common ground among the parties, commensurate with the mandate that has been entrusted to him, must ensure impartiality and transparency, as well as a balanced and prudent approach in which the opinions and views of all stakeholders are reflected. The strengthening of relationships among Bosnia and Herzegovina and its neighbours is a positive development, which we welcome. In that regard, we underscore in this process the ratification of the border treaty between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro, the high-level meetings with Croatian authorities in the context of dialogue and negotiation, and the positive visit to Srebrenica. Moreover, Venezuela rejects terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, as well as the spread of extremism.”
2016-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7688 (2016) · source
“In this context, the European Union-led multinational stabilization force in Bosnia and Herzegovina has carried out its work within the framework of the mandate assigned to it, in cooperation with the authorities, to ensure a safe environment for all the ethnic communities in the country. We reaffirm that it is incumbent on the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina to carry out and lead the efforts related to the future of their country, as part of a process through which ethnic groups must genuinely work through dialogue and with respect for the laws and institutions of the country, peace, human rights, cooperation and economic and social development. The High Representative should therefore foster constructive work as part of his primary responsibility for promoting the civilian aspects of the Framework Agreement.”
2016-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7688 (2016) · source
“Mr. Suarez Moreno (Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela) (spoke in Spanish): At the outset, we would like to thank Mr. Valentin Inzko, High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina, for his briefing. Venezuela reaffirms its full support and respect for the sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence of Bosnia and Herzegovina and believes that the international community must continue to support the implementation of the 1995 General Framework Agreement for Peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina as a way to contribute to a peaceful solution of the differences among the parties concerned.”
2016-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7688 (2016) · source
“We condemn the indiscriminate attacks on hospitals and medical facilities and on civilians in those facilities. We would like to recall that such facilities are protected under international humanitarian law and therefore should not be military targets, as provided for in resolution 2286 (2016), which the Council adopted unanimously yesterday. We must continue to urge for a lasting peace settlement. We hope the peace process in Syria will be supported by the people of Syria themselves, without foreign interference, where the common interest should be in attaining a country free of terrorists and focused on its future. Lastly, any solution to the armed conflict should be political and peaceful, signaling peace for the people of Syria with respect for the country's independence and territorial integrity.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7687 (2016) · source
“We hope that all the ethnic factions and minorities, such as the Kurds, who are an important factor to bringing about peace in Syria, will be represented. We must ensure that every sector of civil society in Syria, including women, participates in the peace talks. We recognize that the progress that has been made would not have been possible without the participation of the International Syria Support Group and its task force in helping to monitor the cessation of hostilities and ensure humanitarian access. We believe that the humanitarian response should be guided by a neutral, balanced approach so as to ensure that it is not politicized. In that regard, Member States should work to ensure that the humanitarian response reaches every sector of society.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7687 (2016) · source
“To that end, we urge the Syrian opposition to display a constructive attitude and commit to working to combat Al-Nusra and the Islamic State in Iraq and the Sham (ISIS). We emphasize that such terrorist groups are not covered under resolution 2268 (2016) and must be fought and overthrown in accordance with international law. Regarding the peace negotiations, we believe that the decision of the opposition's Riyadh platform does not contribute to the definitive settlement for Syria that we all desire. We therefore hope that the countries concerned can exercise their influence to persuade the opposition to join the political negotiations, rejecting the extremist violence of ISIS and Al-Nusra, which represent a threat to international peace and security, and to return to the negotiating table as soon as possible.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7687 (2016) · source
“The scenario in Syria has changed in recent months, especially in late February when various opposition groups joined the peace process, while other groups continued to coordinate their military operations with the Al-Nusra Front, as we have seen in Aleppo and other Syrian cities. The negotiations among the parties in Geneva, as part of the peace process led by the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General, Mr. Staffan de Mistura, should be resumed as soon as possible and without conditions. We reiterate our support for Mr. De Mistura in pushing for a comprehensive peace process that will prioritize negotiations as the only way to end the vicious war that has afflicted that country over the past five years.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7687 (2016) · source
“Mr. Suarez Moreno (Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela) (spoke in Spanish): We are grateful for the convening ofthis meeting on the situation in Aleppo and the briefings provided by Mr. Feltman and Mr. O'Brien. My delegation has been closely following developments in Aleppo and is concerned that the situation on the ground may threaten the progress made since the the cessation of hostilities began. However, we believe that the political forum in Geneva should be maintained and strengthened. There is no doubt that the cessation of hostilities has had a positive impact on the peace negotiations.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7687 (2016) · source
“Finally, we would like to underscore the point that, irrespective of the need to improve the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004) and the work of the 1540 Committee in providing assistance and follow-up in monitoring of the implementation of national plans, its mandate needs to continue to be characterized by collaboration and support.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7686 (2016) · source
“Therefore, the work of the 1540 Committee must focus on the implementation of those aspects and provisions of the resolution that are more directly related to the risks associated with each country. Weneedtotakeintoaccountthat,whiletheassistance requested by States in nuclear and chemical areas can be channelled efficiently through the International Atomic Energy Agency and the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, the same is not the case in the area of biological weapons because the Biological Weapons Convention's Implementation Support Unit does not have the necessary human or financial capacity to fulfil that role. That constitutes a very serious gap in an area of particular complexity and danger. The Committee should seriously consider all potential measures to reverse that major shortcoming.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7686 (2016) · source
“Within the context of the comprehensive review, the Committee must work towards establishing a clear link between measures to be implemented within the context of resolution 1540 (2040) and development, given that development is the main and overriding goal of developing countries. Moreover, in order to maximize its effectiveness, the Committee has to duly take into account the context in which the resolution is being implemented. A significant number of countries throughout the world neither produce nor export materials that could be used to manufacture a weapon of mass destruction, but they could nonetheless still serve as transit points or shipment points for non-State actors.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7686 (2016) · source
“As far as Venezuela is concerned, the comprehensive review process must be focused on the establishment of both human and technical capacity-building throughout the world, particularly in those countries that are lagging farthest being in implementing the resolution. The main strength of resolution 1540 lies in its preventive capacity, with cooperation and assistance being among its major tools. Through its coordination of the working group on the national implementation of the 1540 Committee, Venezuela is working actively to ensure that the comprehensive review process is successful.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7686 (2016) · source
“In the same vein, it is crucial to make progress in developing innovative strategies to counter and refute extremist narratives and ideologies and to fomcnt critical thinking in society, in order to prevent radicalization, recruitment and the mobilization of both human and economic resources. With regard to the work of the 1540 Committee and measures to prevent terrorist groups from acquiring weapons of mass destruciton, we believe that the comprehensive review of the work done by the Committee over the past five years is essential at a time when the use of such weapons by terrorist groups, particularly chemical weapons, has become a genuine and alarming reality, as is indicated in reported cases of the use of such weapons in Syria and Iraq.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7686 (2016) · source
“In that regard, we welcome the significant reports issued by that Committee in connection with the threat posed by the phenomenon of foreign terrorist fighters and its recommendations for comprehensively addressing this issue of global scope, taking into account, inter alia, of the challenges faced by numerous States in terms of criminalizing the and prosecuting foreign terrorist fighters. Venezuela acknowledges the importance of improving border control capacities, particularly in areas adjacent to influence of terrorist groups. It is also important that we continue our efforts to dismantle the sources of financing of those organizations to restrict and curb their criminal activities.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7686 (2016) · source
“Turning to the work of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1373 (2001), concerning counter-terrorism, we welcome the fact that that subsidiary body, with the support of the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate (CTED), continues to focus its efforts for the full and effective implementation of the provisions set out in resolution 2178 (2014), concerning foreign terrorist fighters, and continues its work in identifying good practices and existing gaps that must be filled by Member States to combat a problem that today includes 30,000 individuals, including women and young people, from approximately 100 countries throughout the world.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7686 (2016) · source
“We hope that, in the wake of the adoption of resolution 2253 (2015), the Office of Catherine Marchi- Uhel will be allocated the necessary resources to ensure the independence and professionalism that have been the hallmark of its work throughout its mandate to date. Moreover, it is important to highlight the work carried out the chairmanship to update the guidelines of the 1267 Committee and the work carried out by the Monitoring Group, which provides regular reports and assessments of the threat posed globally by ISIS.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7686 (2016) · source
“Although in recent months ISIS has suffered significant defeats in Syria and Iraq, the activities of that terrorist organization continue to be a source of concern for the international community. According to the latest reports of the Committee's Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team, the terrorist threat has shifted its approach with regard to financing, and the threat continues with attacks on heavily populated areas, which have an enormous media impact. We believe that the role played by the Ombudsperson in facilitating due process has special importance. We are of the view that this mechanism must be strengthened in order to provide greater transparency in reviewing cases ofpersons linked to Al-Qaida and their associated entities.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7686 (2016) · source
“Above and beyond combating terrorism, the international community must focus on overcoming the root causes of armed conflicts that have impacted the Middle East and North Africa. The humanitarian tragedy in Iraq, Syria, Yemen and Libya, among other places, and the actions of Al-Qaida, the Al-Nusra Front and the Islamic State in Iraq and the Sham (ISIS) and associated groups demand from the international community systematic and forceful responses to prevent, combat and eradicate the scourge of terrorism. With regard to the work of the Committee on Al-Qaida and associated individuals, we believe that body serves as an important tool in the broader fight against terrorism.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7686 (2016) · source
“Terrorism therefore continues to pose a serious threat to international peace and security. Accordingly, we have no choice but to fully and effectively implement the measures that have been drawn up to prohibit incitement, the financing of terrorism, training and the transfer of arms to terrorist groups and non-State actors, in accordance with the relevant Security Council and General Assembly resolutions. My country reiterates its concern about the nature and activities of non-State actors, as they constitute an ongoing threat and source of violence and, in most cases, they evolve into terrorist groups. The Security Council must take strong measures to prevent the training, financing and supply of arms to them. We must act with a holistic perspective in the fight against terrorism.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7686 (2016) · source
“We thank them for their leadership and for the work they are doing at the helm of the committees. The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela is convinced that the fight against terrorism must be carried out within the framework of international cooperation, in strict accordance with existing international and regional instruments in that area, the rules of international law, fully respecting the sovereignty of States, human rights and fundamental freedoms. In that regard, Venezuela reiterates its categorical rejection of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, because they constitute a flagrant violation of international law, including international humanitarian law and human rights law. The actions of violent extremism perpetrated by terrorist groups in countries of Africa and the Middle East have intensified.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7686 (2016) · source
“Mr. Suarez Moreno (Venezuela) (spoke in Spanish): Allow me thank you, Mr. President, for convening this briefing on the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (Da'esh), Al-Qaida and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and entities; the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1373 (2001) concerning counter-terrorism; and the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004) on preventing the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. We are grateful for the briefings Ambassadors Gerad Van Bohemen of New Zealand, Amr AbdellatifAboulatta of Egypt and Roman Oyarzun Marchesi of Spain, in their capacities are the respective chairs of those subsidiary bodies.”
2016-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7686 (2016) · source
“We wish to conclude by affirming that, for Venezuela, women play a leading role and are an essential driving force in the struggle for the emancipation of our peoples. To that end, we wish to reiterate that, at the global level, women are called upon to assume positions with equal opportunities and in conditions leading development and peacebuilding processes that are inclusive, equitable and transforming. In that historic and crucial process, Venezuela reiterates its commitment to continue to work resolutely towards achieving these goals.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Moreover, it is imperative to provide support for promoting the participation of women in local initiatives for peacebuilding, addressing not just their technical capacities and ability to have an impact, but also their basic needs and security. In that context, we urge political missions and peacekeeping operations to continue to promote the participation of gender advisers on the protection of women in the various missions carried out by the United Nations, which should recognize gender mainstreaming as a key part of their responsibilities. Moreover, it should also be borne in mind that the implementation of this policy will have positive and practical impacts in the progress on overcoming the various obstacles that women face in peacebuilding and conflict-prevention activities, as well as in the oversight of peace agreements.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“These efforts and initiatives must take into account how women can participate in each of the different national contexts and consider the prevailing political models as well as the social, cultural and religious structures of each society, so as to respond in the most appropriate manner to each of these specific contexts. All of these actions must be based on respect for national sovereignty. A number of studies have shown that in the area of peace and security, the percentage of aid earmarked for promoting gender equality and equity is well below what would be necessary in order to fulfil the commitments made in this area. That is why it is very important to provide sufficient resources for the empowerment and training of women and for the preparation and implementation of national action plans on women and peace and security.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“In this context, it is vital to fully respect, in keeping with international law, the ban on third parties supplying weapons and financial support to those groups. In this way it will be possible to limit their operational capacity, thereby reducing the harmful and irreparable consequences of armed conflict on civilians, especially on women, girls and boys. The optimization of efforts geared to the effective implementation of resolutions related to the issue of women and peace and security requires effective coordination among all States concerned; the various United Nations bodies with competence in the area, in keeping with their respective mandates; and with the various regional and subregional mechanisms that deal with this issue.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Notwithstanding this, there remain major challenges before us, among which I would highlight the fact that women in situations of armed conflict continue to suffer in a repeated and systematic manner from sexual violence used as a tactic of war and continue to be underrepresented in the prevention and resolution of conflicts. In this context, we condemn the violence unleashed by terrorist groups, which impacts with unusual cruelty the Middle East and Africa. The main victims of this violence are women, boys and girls, as those groups use sexual exploitation and abuse as a strategy for their criminal action, in clear violation of international humanitarian law and human rights law.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Women and girls represent half of the population affected, and therefore all efforts made to prevent their exposure to harm will be an investment in a more humane future. Thus peace processes provide us with an ideal scenario for putting an end to violence and to the root causes of conflict. Including women therefore represents a strategic opportunity to address comprehensively and from a gender-based perspective the shifts that will that lead to lasting peace, development, justice and social equality. Since resolution 1325 (2000) was adopted 15 years ago, and following subsequent resolutions on the issue of women and peace and security, significant progress has been made in the normative area, in the United Nations, regional organizations and Member States.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“For that reason, we are convinced of the need to redouble our efforts and muster the necessary will to find political solutions to situations that would make it possible to create an environment conducive to the empowerment and development of women, with special emphasis on promoting national capacities and increasing assistance, with a view to helping the countries affected to overcome the difficulties and underlying causes that lead to armed conflict, including exclusion, poverty, social inequity and lack of access to basic resources and services. It is important to highlight here the fact that women, including girls, suffer in a disproportionate manner from the harmful consequences of war owing to the violence perpetrated against them by various armed groups, which is reflected in the very painful statistics on victims.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Venezuela fully agrees with what was said earlier. That is why we stress the fact that prevention and the peaceful resolution of disputes is always the best and most appropriate mechanism for averting the harmful and devastating effects of armed conflict on the civilian population, especially on women, girls and boys.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“In the three global studies carried out last year on the review of the peacebuilding architecture, the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) and peacekeeping operations, there is reference to the fact that priority should be attached to the prevention of conflicts. The Global Study on the implementation of Security Council resolution 1325 (2000) states: "Conflict prevention and resolution, as practiced today, continues to focus on neutralizing potential spoilers and perpetrators of violence, rather than investing in resources for peace". The study added that it was key to take into account the fact that militarism sustains and perpetuates structural inequalities, which disenfranchise women and girls from public goods and entrench exclusion and marginalization, which exacerbate inequality.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Mr. Suarez Borges (Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela) (spoke in Spanish): I should like to welcome the presence of the Angolan Minister for Family and the Promotion of Women, Ms. Maria Filomena Delgado, and to thank the presidency for its initiative of convening this important debate and for preparing the concept paper (S/2016/219, annex). We would like also to express our gratitude to Ms. Phumzile Mlambo- Ngcuka; Mr. Taye-Brook Zerihoun; Ambassadors Macharia Kamau and Tete Antonio; and Ms. Paleki Ayang for their briefings. The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela associates itself with the statement to be made by the representative of Iran on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement.”
2016-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7658 (2016) · source
“Attaining that goal will need the cooperation of all sectors of Afghan society, together with the help of the international community and the United Nations, particularly UNAMA.”
2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source
“We are particularly concerned by the fact that boys and girls represented one-third of the victims from November 2015 to January 2016, for a total of 562 young minors affected. We condemn the recruitment of boys and girls. Moreover, United Nations personnel have continued to be subject to attacks, which we also condemn. All these acts are breaches of international humanitarian law and international human rights law and carry criminal consequences. According to the report of the Secretary-General (S/2016/218), in 2015 the humanitarian situation deteriorated throughout the country, making it difficult for the humanitarian agencies difficult to do their work. In conclusion, we encourage the Government of Afghanistan to maintain its efforts to achieve a broad and inclusive political process leading to a firm and lasting peace.”
2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source
“Moreover, we urge the international community to continue to support the people and the Government of Afghanistan by providing resources and capacity to promote their comprehensive development. It is necessary to remember that achieving lasting peace in Afghanistan requires the strengthening of security and the creation of economic and social conditions to allow the country to overcome the poverty, exclusion and discrimination that have burdened its citizens for decades and whose factors are main causes of conflict in that nation. Our country expresses its concern with the ongoing attacks on the civilian population. The annual report for 2015 on the protection of civilians in armed conflict in Afghanistan registers 11,002 victims for that year, making it the most lethal year reported by UNAMA since 2009.”
2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source
“Although the report also notes that there has been a decrease in poppy cultivation and in the number of seizures by the Afghan authorities, this illegal activity is the main source of financing for armed group. Combating the illicit trafficking in drugs requires, on the one hand, coordinated efforts among the various law enforcement agencies and, on the otehr regional and international cooperation. In that regard, we recognize the efforts undertaken by the Government, which has also had the support of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. We reiterate that the effective fight against drugs requires international cooperation, including that of neighbouring countries, to prevent, combat and eliminate this scourge. It also requires the cooperation of users. Without demand, there would be no offer.”
2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source
“In that context, we would like to take this opportunity to recognize the work of the achieved by the Permanent Misssion of Spain to negotiate resolution 2274 (2016), just adopted. We would also like to pay tribute to the UNAMA staff, who, with professionalism and dedication, have carried out their tasks in a scenario filled with risks and challenges. Trafficking in narcotics continues to pose serious threats to the peace and stability of Afghanistan, while also being a public health issue with serious consequences for its population. As indicated in the report of the Secretary-General, 12.6 per cent of adults - or 2.4 million people - use drugs, which poses a real challenge to the future of the country, taking into account the diminished capacity to deliver health services that entails.”
2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source
“In the area of bilateral relations, we are pleased to note the strengthening of bilateral cooperation between Afghanistan and neighbouring countries, especially India and Iran. The high-level visits are a clear, unequivocal indication of the trend towards dialogue and solving problems of common interest. In another vein, Venezuela wishes to stress the constructive work made by UNAMA in coordination with the Government. The role of the Mission has been essential in the promotion of peace, national reconciliation, regional cooperation and socioeconomic development. That is why our delegation supported the renewal of the mandate of this special political Mission, convinced that UNAMA's presence is of the utmost importance to supporting the work done by the Government of Afghanistan for the benefit of its people.”
2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source
“In the area of the political empowerment of women, we recognize the efforts that the Government of President Ghani has achieved in the implementation of the national action plan on the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000). We must make particular mention of the emergency fund created by the Ministry of Women, which provides emergency medical care for women who have suffered abuse and violence, and we hope that this nefarious practice will become a thing of the past as quickly as possible. The Afghan Government's efforts in overcoming obstacles to peace, stability and socioeconomic development require the active support of the international community. In that regard, we call on donors to provide resources to assist the socioeconomic development of the country and to bolster its national capacities.”
2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source
“Moreover, within the agenda of political reforms agreed by the Government of National Unity, we should highlight the implementation of the recommendations of the Special Electoral Reform Commission of December 2015 as a pending issue. Its implementation is essential to the strengthening ofpolitical institutions. Likewise, we are pleased that the interactions that have been registered among the Cabinet Ministry with the different local and regional Government levels. Those meetings, which have been led by President Ghani, constitute an advance towards better coordination at all levels of the public administration, while ensuring concrete results in governmental management to the benefit of the Afghan people.”
2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source
“In that context, the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela reiterates the fact that a peaceful and political negotiation among the major political actors is the only path to bring an end to the armed conflict and to achieve a stable and lasting peace. We support the statement expressed by the Secretary-General in his report (S/2016/218) that direct negotiations between the Taliban and the Afghan Government are key in this process. In that regard, we appreciate the positive role played by the Quadrilateral Coordination Group, composed of Afghanistan, China, Pakistan and the United States, in support of the peace dialogue and national reconciliation between the Afghan Government and the Taliban.”
2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source
“The attacks by armed groups, particularly the Taliban insurgency, have caused significant casualties in the Afghan security forces, which have been undermined in their capacity due to the low levels of recruitment of staff and the high attrition rates within the armed forces. That state of affairs is compounded by the presence of the Islamic State in Iraq and Sham and the Islamic Uzbekistan Movement. Given the complexity of those challenges, it is necessary that the international community support the efforts of the Afghan authorities to strengthen their institutional capacity at such a crucial crossroads. Otherwise, it would be to condemn the country and its people to the expansion and strengthening of terrorist groups, which today have ravaged with their barbarity other countries in the region and in Africa.”
2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source
“Mr. Suarez Moreno (Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela) (spoke in Spanish): At the outset, we wish to thank Mr. Nicholas Haysom, Head of United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), and the Ambassador of Afghanistan, Mr. Mahmoud Saikal, for their respective briefing and statement. The Government of President Ashraf Ghani Ahmadzai has been implementing a series of measures to strengthen institutions in order to promote peace and political stability with a view to ending the armed conflict that has impacted the nation for decades. Notwithstanding the progress achieved, the political and security situation remains fragile.”
2016-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7645 (2016) · source
“I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 10.40 am.”
2016-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7631 (2016) · source
“I thank Under- Secretary-General O'Brien for his briefing. I now give the floor to the representative of the Syrian Arab Republic.”
2016-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7631 (2016) · source