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1. “The result of the vote is as follows: In favour: Belgium, Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Indonesia, Niger, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Tunisia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America, Viet Nam. Against: None. Abstaining: China, Russian Federation, South Africa. The draft resolution received 12 votes in favour, none against and 3 abstentions (China, Russian Federation and South Africa). The resolution has been adopted as resolution 2521 (2020) of 29 May 2020. The resolution, which is set out in the annex to the present letter,* will be issued as a document of the Security Council without delay.”

   2020-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/462 (2020) · source

2. “I have the honour to inform you that the Security Council has concluded the voting procedure on the draft resolution contained in document S/2020/453, which was submitted by the United States of America in connection with the agenda item “Reports of the Secretary-General on the Sudan and South Sudan”. The voting was carried out in accordance with the procedure set out in the letter dated 27 March 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to the Permanent Representatives of the members of the Security Council ( S/2020/253), which was agreed upon in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. The Director of Security Council Affairs Division has received letters from all 15 members of the Security Council indicating their national position on the draft resolution.”

   2020-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/462 (2020) · source

3. “The Director of the Security Council Affairs Division has received letters from all 15 members of the Security Council indicating their national position on the draft resolution. The result of the vote is as follows: In favour: Belgium, China, Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Indonesia, Niger, Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, Tunisia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United State s of America, Viet Nam. Against: None. Abstaining: None. The draft resolution received 15 votes in favour. The resolution has been adopted as resolution 2523 (2020) of 29 May 2020. The resolution, which is set out in the annex to the present letter,* will be issued as a document of the Security Council without delay.”

   2020-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/461 (2020) · source

4. “I have the honour to inform you that the Security Council has concluded the voting procedure on the draft resolution contained in document S/2020/446, which was submitted by Germany and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland in connection with the agenda item “Reports of the Secretary-General on the Sudan and South Sudan”. The voting was carried out in accordance with the procedure set out in the letter dated 27 March 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to the Permanent Representatives of the members of the Security Council (S/2020/253), which was agreed upon in the light of the extraordinary circumstan ces caused by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic.”

   2020-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/461 (2020) · source

5. “The result of the vote is as follows: In favour: Belgium, China, Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Indonesia, Niger, Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, Tunisia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America, Viet Nam. Against: None. Abstaining: None. The draft resolution received 15 votes in favour. The resolution has been adopted as resolution 2522 (2020) of 29 May 2020. The resolution, which is set out in the annex to the present letter,* will be issued as a document of the Security Council without delay.”

   2020-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/460 (2020) · source

6. “I have the honour to inform you that the Security Council has concluded the voting procedure on the draft resolution contained in document S/2020/449, which was submitted by the United States of America in connection with the agenda item “The situation concerning Iraq”. The voting was carried out in accordance with the procedure set out in the letter dated 27 March 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to the Permanent Representatives of the members of the Security Council (S/2020/253), which was agreed upon in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. The Director of the Security Council Affairs Division has received letters from all 15 members of the Security Council indicating their national position on the draft resolution.”

   2020-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/460 (2020) · source

7. “The result of the vote is as follows: In favour: Belgium, China, Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Indonesia, Niger, Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, Tunisia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America, Viet Nam. Against: None. Abstaining: None. The draft resolution received 15 votes in favour. The resolution has been adopted as resolution 2520 (2020) of 29 May 2020. The resolution, which is set out in the annex to the present letter,* will be issued as a document of the Security Council without delay.”

   2020-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/459 (2020) · source

8. “I have the honour to inform you that the Security Council has concluded the voting procedure on the draft resolution contained in document S/2020/445, which was submitted by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland in connection with the agenda item “The situation in Somalia”. The voting was carried out in accordance with the procedure set out in the letter dated 27 March 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to the Permanent Representatives of the members of the Security Council (S/2020/253), which was agreed upon in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. The Director of the Security Council Affairs Division has received letters from all 15 members of the Security Council indicating their national position on the draft resolution.”

   2020-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/459 (2020) · source

9. “I also intend to convene a video-teleconference of the Security Council to announce the outcome of the vote shortly after the conclusion of the voting period, on the afternoon of Friday, 29 May 2020.”

   2020-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/469 (2020) · source

10. “The non-extendable 24-hour voting period for this draft resolution will begin at 12.30 p.m. on Thursday, 28 May 2020. The non-extendable 24-hour voting period will expire at 12.30 p.m. on Friday, 29 May 2020. Please submit your vote (in favour, against or abstention) on the draft resolution, as well as your possible explanation of vote, by sending a letter signed by the Permanent Representative or Chargé d’affaires a.i. within the non-extendable 24-hour voting period set out above to the Director of the Security Council Affairs Division in the United Nations Secretariat (egian@un.org). It is my intention to circulate a letter listing the outcome of the vote within three hours of the conclusion of the 24-hour voting period.”

    2020-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/469 (2020) · source

11. “In accordance with the procedure agreed upon by the members of the Security Council in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic, as set out in the letter dated 27 March 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to all members of the Council (S/2020/253), I would like to draw your attention to the following issue. The members of the Council have discussed the draft resolution submitted by the United States of America in connection with the agenda item entitled “Reports of the Secretary-General on the Sudan and South Sudan” (S/2020/453). The draft resolution has been put in blue (see enclosure). In my capacity as President of the Security Council, I hereby put the abovementioned draft resolution to a vote.”

    2020-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/469 (2020) · source

12. “Please kindly provide your vote (in favour, against or abstention) on that draft resolution and possible explanation of vote by sending the Director of the Security Council Affairs Division of the Secretariat (egian@un.org) a letter signed by the Permanent Representative or Chargé d’affaires a.i. within the next non-extendable 24 hours, then the process will proceed accordingly as agreed.”

    2020-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/468 (2020) · source

13. “In accordance with the procedure agreed upon by the members of the Security Council during the current extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic, and as reflected in the letter dated 27 March 2020 from the President of the Security Council for the month of March, I would like to draw your attention to the following: The members of the Council have discussed and reached consensus on the draft resolution submitted by Germany and the United Kingdom for the extension of the mandate of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur. The draft resolution has been put in blue (S/2020/446, see enclosure). With the understanding of the members of the Council, in my capacity as President of the Council, I shall put the above-mentioned draft resolution to a vote now.”

    2020-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/468 (2020) · source

14. “Please kindly provide your vote (in favour, against or abstention) on that draft resolution and possible explanation of vote by sending the Director of the Security Council Affairs Division of the Secretariat (egian@un.org) a letter signed by the Permanent Representative or Chargé d’affaires a.i. within the next non-extendable 24 hours. The process will then proceed accordingly, as agreed. It is my intention to circulate a letter listing the outcome of the vote within three hours of the conclusion of the 24-hour voting period. I also intend to convene a video-teleconference of the Security Council to announce the outcome of the vote shortly after the conclusion of the voting period, on the afternoon of Friday, 29 May 2020.”

    2020-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/467 (2020) · source

15. “In accordance with the procedure agreed upon by the members of the Security Council during the current extraordinary circumstances caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, and as set out in the letter dated 27 March 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to the members of the Council (S/2020/253), I would like to draw your attention to the following issue: The members of the Council have discussed a draft resolution, submitted by the United States of America, for the extension of the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq. That draft resolution has been put in blue (S/2020/449, see enclosure). With the understanding of the members of the Council, in my capacity as President of the Council, I shall put the above-mentioned draft resolution to a vote now.”

    2020-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/467 (2020) · source

16. “I also intend to convene a video-teleconference of the Security Council to announce the outcome of the vote shortly after the conclusion of the voting period, on the afternoon of Friday, 29 May 2020.”

    2020-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/466 (2020) · source

17. “The non-extendable 24-hour voting period for the draft resolution will begin at 10 a.m. on Thursday, 28 May 2020. The non-extendable 24-hour voting period will expire at 10 a.m. on Friday, 29 May 2020. Please submit your vote (in favour, against or abstention) on that draft resolution and possible explanation of vote by sending the Director of the Security Council Affairs Division of the Secretariat (egian@un.org) a letter signed by the Permanent Representative or Chargé d’affaires a.i. within the non-extendable 24-hour voting period set out above. It is my intention to circulate a letter listing the outcome of the vote within three hours of the conclusion of the 24-hour voting period.”

    2020-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/466 (2020) · source

18. “In accordance with the procedure agreed upon by the members of the Security Council in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic, and as set out in the letter dated 27 March 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to all members of the Council (S/2020/253), I would like to draw your attention to the following issue: The members of the Council discussed the draft resolution submitted by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland regarding the extension of the mandate of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM). The draft resolution has been put in blue (S/2020/445, see enclosure). In my capacity as President of the Security Council, I hereby put the above- mentioned draft resolution to a vote.”

    2020-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/466 (2020) · source

19. “In accordance with the procedure set out in the letter dated 2 April 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to the Permanent Representatives of the members of the Security Council (S/2020/273), which was agreed in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic, the enclosed briefing and statements will be issued as an official document of the Security Council.”

    2020-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/465 (2020) · source

20. “In accordance with the understanding reached among Council members for that video-teleconference, the following delegations and entities submitted written statements, copies of which are also enclosed: Afghanistan, Angola, Armenia, Argentina, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Cyprus, Ecuador, El Salvador, Ethiopia, the European Union, Fiji, Georgia, Guatemala, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Malta, Mexico, Morocco, Nepal, Nigeria, Norway, Pakistan, Peru, the Philippines, Poland, Qatar, the Republic of Korea, Romania, Rwanda, Senegal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, Ukraine and Uruguay.”

    2020-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/465 (2020) · source

21. “I have the honour to refer to the Security Council video-teleconference convened on 27 May 2020 on the “Protection of civilians in armed conflict”. Enclosed herewith is a copy of the briefings provided on that occasion by the Secretary-General; the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Mr. Peter Maurer; and the former President of Liberia, Ms. Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, as well as copies of the statements delivered by the representatives of Council members: Belgium, China, the Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Indonesia, the Niger, the Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, Tunisia, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States of America and Viet Nam.”

    2020-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/465 (2020) · source

22. “We are concerned that the humanitarian response plan for 2020 remains only 17 per cent funded and call for the international community to address that. I would like to conclude by expressing Estonia’s thanks and support to the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia, the African Union Mission in Somalia and Somali security forces for their efforts, commitment and sacrifices to make long-term peace and stability in Somalia a reality.”

    2020-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/436 (2020) · source

23. “However, we underline the need for the military operations against Al-Shabaab to be conducted in compliance with human rights law and international humanitarian law. We are very concerned about the threat of the increased use of improvised explosive devices in Somalia. To address that trend, we should support Somalia in the development of a national regulatory framework that would help to effectively combat the threat. In addition, on the operational level, it is important to support the capacity-building of security institutions and the Somali National Army through the provision of training and equipment. Finally, Estonia is deeply concerned about the current humanitarian situation, which is exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, a locust infestation as well as floods.”

    2020-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/436 (2020) · source

24. “It is also important that the remaining issues regarding the electoral law be addressed. We warmly welcome any progress made and strongly encourage further efforts to those ends. On the security front, we welcome the commitment of the Somali authorities to update the transition plan. Clear timelines, clear tasks and a clear vision are crucial in order to achieve the end goal of Somalia taking full responsibility for its security. We will achieve the best results on how to get there if all stakeholders work closely together. Therefore, we encourage the Somali authorities and all key partners to engage in inclusive discussions about international support for the post- 2021 arrangements. We also welcome the joint operations against Al-Shabaab in Lower Shabelle.”

    2020-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/436 (2020) · source

25. “I would like to join others in thanking the briefers for their insightful overviews. Estonia is concerned about the spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) to Somalia, and we welcome measures taken to combat the disease. Even in the face of the obstacles created by the COVID-19 pandemic, we believe that Somalia, together with the international community, should not lose sight of the long-term goals of State-building. In that connection, we would like to highlight the following points. On the political front, holding peaceful, transparent and one-person-one-vote elections, within the agreed time frame, must remain a priority. In that regard, it is crucial that the Federal Government of Somalia and all federal member states urgently resume their dialogue.”

    2020-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/436 (2020) · source

26. “In accordance with the procedure set out in the letter by the President of the Security Council addressed to Permanent Representatives of Security Council members dated 7 May 2020 (S/2020/372), which was agreed in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic, these briefing and statements will be issued as a document of the Security Council.”

    2020-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/436 (2020) · source

27. “Agnès Marcaillou, Director of the United Nations Mine Action Service, as well as the statements delivered by the representatives of Belgium, China, the Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Indonesia, the Russian Federation, South Africa (on behalf of the three African countries that are members of the Security Council — the Niger, South Africa and Tunisia — as well as Saint Vincent and the Grenadines), the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States of America and Viet Nam, in connection with the video-teleconference on the situation in Somalia convened on Thursday, 21 May 2020. A statement was also delivered by the representative of Somalia.”

    2020-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/436 (2020) · source

28. “I have the honour to enclose herewith a copy of the briefings provided by Mr. James Swan, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia; Mr. Francisco Caetano José Madeira, Special Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission for Somalia and Head of the African Union Mission in Somalia; and Ms.”

    2020-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/436 (2020) · source

29. “The authorities must secure freedom of speech and freedom of assembly, protect peaceful protesters from violence, investigate all violations and ensure accountability. The people of Venezuela are in urgent need of humanitarian aid as the current pandemic has worsened the situation even more. We urge all relevant actors to take all necessary measures to secure safe, full and unhindered access of humanitarian aid to all people in need and to ensure the safety of humanitarian workers. The European Union is the largest donor to the Venezuelan humanitarian crisis, providing more than half of all funding. Finally, more concerted efforts are needed to meet the extremely urgent needs of the Venezuelan people. We support United Nations efforts as well as those of all other key players.”

    2020-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/435 (2020) · source

30. “I would like to thank Ms. Rosemary DiCarlo for her comprehensive briefing on the situation in Venezuela. The situation in Venezuela is very concerning. The further deterioration of the political crisis and its destabilizing effects across the region must be addressed. The lack of dialogue between the regime and the opposition is steadily increasing the suffering of Venezuelans. Estonia firmly believes that a peaceful and inclusive democratic transition is the only sustainable solution to the current political deadlock and the severe social crisis. We are concerned about reports of human rights violations against protesters, civil society activists and human rights defenders.”

    2020-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/435 (2020) · source

31. “In accordance with the procedure set out in the letter by the President of the Security Council addressed to Permanent Representatives of Security Council members dated 7 May 2020 (S/2020/372), which was agreed in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic, these briefing and statements will be issued as a document of the Security Council.”

    2020-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/435 (2020) · source

32. “I have the honour to enclose herewith a copy of the briefing provided by Ms. Rosemary DiCarlo, Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, as well as the statements delivered by the representatives of Belgium, the Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Indonesia, the Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, Tunisia, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States of America and Viet Nam, in connection with the video-teleconference on the situation in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela convened on Wednesday, 20 May 2020. Statements were also delivered by the representatives of Colombia and the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.”

    2020-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/435 (2020) · source

33. “Finally, to engage in direct negotiations, both parties need Governments with legitimate and democratic mandates. We also expect Palestinians to announce elections. We encourage all Palestinian factions to work towards reconciliation, which would enable them to address common challenges, as well as the needs and expectations of the Palestinian population. That is a necessary element in reaching a two-State solution.”

    2020-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/430 (2020) · source

34. “Estonia is concerned that unilateral steps, such as the annexation of parts of the occupied Palestinian territories, could undermine the viability of the two- State solution and increase instability in the region. We are worried about the announcement by President Mahmoud Abbas yesterday with regard to terminating agreements with Israel and the United States. We call on the Palestinian Authority to reconsider the decision and to remain committed to its obligations based on those agreements, especially those related to security. Estonia strongly urges the parties to refrain from acts of violence, terror and incitement. We condemn the firing of rockets from Gaza into Israel, as well as any other form of violence targeting the civilian population.”

    2020-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/430 (2020) · source

35. “Secondly, the initiative taken by the United States has given us the impetus to revive the Middle East peace process. We urge parties to make efforts to resolve the conflict. We call on Israel and Palestine to take steps towards resuming direct and meaningful negotiations, in line with the relevant United Nations resolutions, leading to a negotiated two-State solution and taking into account the legitimate aspirations of both parties and Israeli security concerns. We hope that the international community, regional actors and the Middle East Quartet will continue efforts towards finding a lasting solution. We encourage the parties to engage in constructive negotiations.”

    2020-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/430 (2020) · source

36. “I would like to thank Special Coordinator Mladenov for his briefing. We congratulate Israel on the formation of the new Government. As an immediate priority, we call on the new Government and the Palestinian Authority to continue their coordination regarding the continued threat of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic and to guarantee the delivery of humanitarian aid to those in need. In that context, we recall the Secretary-General’s call for a global ceasefire, as well as the joint appeal by the five United Nations special envoys to the Middle East. We welcome the efforts by the United Nations, including the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, in supporting the fight against the virus.”

    2020-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/430 (2020) · source

37. “In accordance with the procedure set out in the letter dated 7 May 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to Permanent Representatives of the members of the Security Council (S/2020/372), which was agreed in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic, these briefings and statements will be issued as an official document of the Security Council.”

    2020-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/430 (2020) · source

38. “I have the honour to enclose herewith copies of the briefing by Mr. Nickolay Mladenov, Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, as well as the statements delivered by the representatives of Belgium, China, the Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Indonesia, the Niger, the Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, Tunisia, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States of America and Viet Nam, in connection with the video-teleconference convened on 20 May 2020 regarding the situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question.”

    2020-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/430 (2020) · source

39. “Life- saving equipment and medical items will always freely reach Syria. EU members also remain the largest humanitarian donors to Syrians across the whole region.”

    2020-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/427 (2020) · source

40. “We can see how delicate the balance is by looking at what happened in the north-east after the closure of Al-Yarubiyah in January. There is now an acute shortage of aid in multiple locations. According to OCHA, the urgency of the situation grows, as humanitarian aid only reaches one third of facilities previously supported through the cross-border mechanism. We must seriously consider the reopening of Al-Yarubiyah to get to help all those in need. Estonia calls on Security Council members to support the efforts of the humanitarian co-penholders, Belgium and Germany, in renewing cross-border aid in July. That is even more important now, as Syria faces the spread of COVID-19. Finally, as other members of the European Union (EU) have already explained, the EU sanctions do not hinder humanitarian aid or the response to the virus.”

    2020-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/427 (2020) · source

41. “We greatly appreciate the efforts of humanitarian workers on the front lines in Syria. We also strongly support Secretary-General’s call for a global ceasefire amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. We thank Mr. Lowcock for his briefing. It is encouraging to hear that the ceasefire agreement in the north-east of Syria is holding. Estonia supports efforts of Turkey and Russia to sustain this peace and find a permanent settlement. Looking at cross-border and cross-line humanitarian aid, we want to stress main conclusion of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA): that these are complimentary mechanisms. In order to reach all Syrians, the Security Council needs to maintain both of these mechanisms.”

    2020-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/427 (2020) · source

42. “In accordance with the procedure set out in the letter dated 7 May 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to the Permanent Representatives of the members of the Security Council (S/2020/372), which was agreed in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, these briefing and statements will be issued as an official document of the Security Council.”

    2020-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/427 (2020) · source

43. “I have the honour to enclose herewith copies of the briefing provided by Mr. Mark Lowcock, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, as well as the statements delivered by the representatives of China, the Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, the Niger, the Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, Tunisia, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and Viet Nam, in connection with the video-teleconference on the Middle East (Syria) convened on Tuesday, 19 May 2020. Statements were also delivered by the representatives of the Syrian Arab Republic and Turkey.”

    2020-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/427 (2020) · source

44. “In accordance with the procedure set out in the letter dated 7 May 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to the Permanent Representatives of the members of the Security Council (S/2020/372), which was agreed in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, these briefings and statements will be issued as an official document of the Security Council.”

    2020-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/421 (2020) · source

45. “I have the honour to enclose herewith a copy of the briefings provided by Ms. Stephanie Williams, Acting Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya, and Ambassador Juergen Schulz, Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011), concerning Libya, as well as a copy of the statements delivered by the representatives of China, the Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, Indonesia, the Niger, the Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, Tunisia, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States of America and Viet Nam, in connection with the video-teleconference on the situation in Libya convened on Tuesday, 19 May 2020. A statement was also delivered by the representative of Libya.”

    2020-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/421 (2020) · source

46. “To affiliate themselves with a Government that is known for arbitrary detention and chemical attacks is simply considered bad marketing. Sanctions have nothing to do with this negative perception. In order to regain the trust of the international community and businesses, the Syrian Government needs to fulfil its international commitments under resolution 2254 (2015). Only then will it be possible to support Syria’s reconstruction; that is the message of Estonia and the European Union.”

    2020-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/420 (2020) · source

47. “That position has not changed; we demand that Syria act in line with resolution 2254 (2015). According to the Syrian Government, sanctions are affecting the response to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak. In a letter dated 6 May addressed to the Secretary-General (S/2020/368), the Syrian Mission stated that the measures imposed indirectly hinder the import of medical supplies and equipment into Syria. That claim, which was also made just now by the representative of the Russian Federation, is not true. If there are any difficulties with procurement, that means that companies do not want to do business with the Syrian Government because they lack confidence in it. It is not only the international community or United Nations agencies that see little change in the regime’s behaviour but also multinational corporations.”

    2020-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/420 (2020) · source

48. “First, I, too, want to thank Special Envoy Pedersen for his briefing. The most positive takeaway is certainly the ceasefire in Idlib, which holds despite the challenges. The same cannot be said about the political process; once again, there are no new developments. The Syrian regime has clearly distanced itself from the whole process, with plans to organize parliamentary elections this year. This clearly violates the road map set out in resolution 2254 (2015). The situation of political prisoners also remains a pressing issue. Unfortunately, the announcement of a general amnesty did not lead to the unilateral release of thousands of arbitrarily detained people. The European Union has been clear in saying that none of the sanctions will be lifted or aid for reconstruction provided without a credible political process.”

    2020-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/420 (2020) · source

49. “In accordance with the procedure set out in the letter dated 7 May 2020 by the President of the Security Council addressed to the Permanent Representatives of the members of the Security Council (S/2020/372), which was agreed in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic, these briefing and statements will be issued as a document of the Security Council.”

    2020-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/420 (2020) · source

50. “I have the honour to enclose herewith a copy of the briefing provided by Mr. Geir Pedersen, Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Syria, as well as the statements delivered by the representatives of China, the Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Indonesia, the Niger, the Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, Tunisia, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States of America and Viet Nam, in connection with the videoconference on the Middle East (Syria) convened on Monday, 18 May 2020. Statements were also delivered by the representatives of the Syrian Arab Republic, Turkey and the Islamic Republic of Iran.”

    2020-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/420 (2020) · source