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Syed Mohamad Hasrin Aidid

lines on the record: 95
first: 2020-05-15
most recent: 2021-10-19
sittings or episodes: 15
sources: un-security-council

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“At the outset, I wish to thank the Vietnamese presidency of the Security Council for convening today’s open debate on women and peace and security, focusing on the pressing issue of sexual violence in conflict. As an elected member of the Security Council in 2000, Malaysia supported the landmark resolution 1325 (2000) on women and peace and security. The resolution clearly underscored the vital importance of cooperation among all the parties concerned in the field of women, peace, and security, including the protection of women and girls in situations of armed conflict. Nearly 21 years have passed since the adoption of this resolution, yet women continue to be the most direct victims and remain disproportionately affected by armed conflict.”
2021-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/375 (2021) · source
“We reaffirm our total commitment to unwavering support for, and full solidarity with, the cause of the Palestinian people in realizing their inalienable rights to self-determination, freedom and independence. The new year ushers in an opportunity to deliver peace in the occupied territories. Malaysia will work closely with the international community and the various stakeholders in finding a peaceful, just, sustainable and lasting solution to this long-standing question.”
2021-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/91 (2021) · source
“In this context, Malaysia supports the call by the international community, including by the Secretary-General, for the Middle East Quartet to find a mutually agreeable path for the parties to re-engage towards such a negotiated peaceful settlement. Malaysia also supports the call by President Abbas to convene an international peace conference with a view to advancing a just and lasting solution to the Israeli- Palestinian conflict. We hope that such a conference would positively contribute to bringing about an end to the illegal occupation and achieve freedom and independence for the Palestinian people. Malaysia will continue, within our means, to provide assistance to, and support for, the Palestinian State and the Palestinian people.”
2021-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/91 (2021) · source
“Malaysia welcomes the announcement by President Mahmoud Abbas of the holding parliamentary and presidential elections, beginning in May and June 2021, respectively. We hope that the elections in the occupied West Bank, including East Jerusalem, and Gaza will be held in the spirit of Palestinian unity and national reconciliation. We are confident that the international community will extend the necessary support for facilitating the holding of the elections. Malaysia believes that there is no way to achieve sustainable peace without a negotiated political settlement in the form of a two-State solution.”
2021-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/91 (2021) · source
“Malaysia’s position on the question of Palestine remains clear. We will continue to advocate the resolution of the question of Palestine on the basis of an international framework, against annexation and in support of the rights of the Palestinian people to self-determination. Malaysia remains steadfast in voicing its support for the restoration of the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people, including the establishment of an independent and sovereign State of Palestine based on the pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital, as the only viable solution to this long-standing conflict. Malaysia will continue to support concrete and genuine efforts towards achieving this just and lasting solution, which we believe will greatly contribute to peace, justice and stability in the region.”
2021-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/91 (2021) · source
“My delegation reiterates that the construction of settlements by Israel in the territory occupied since 1967, including East Jerusalem, is completely illegal and constitutes a flagrant violation of international law. The international community must demand Israel stop all violations and illegal settlement activities in the occupied territories. Israel must be made to fully comply with all its obligations as prescribed by relevant Security Council resolutions including, resolution 2334 (2016), and international law as well as the Charter of the United Nations. The international community cannot remain indifferent and allow continued aggression by Israel against the occupied Palestinian people. The Security Council must condemn and reject the Israeli annexation plan and must ensure that the plan is not implemented.”
2021-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/91 (2021) · source
“Year after year, these warnings seem to have fallen on deaf ears, contributing to the perpetuate Israeli occupation of Palestinian territory. We also condemn acts of violence by Israeli settlers against Palestinians. The occupying Power must provide the necessary protection to the Palestinian population and ensure accountability for such violations. Malaysia condemns the decision by Israel to advance plans for some 800 settlement units in the occupied West Bank and its invitation for contractors to bid on the building of 2,527 units, including in the Al-Quds City. Malaysia views these actions as a threat to peace, further undercutting the peace process working towards achieving a two-State solution.”
2021-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/91 (2021) · source
“I wish to assure him of Malaysia’s full support as he takes on these important responsibilities. Malaysia would also like to take this opportunity to commend Mr. Nickolay Mladenov for his commitment and contributions during his tenure as Special Coordinator. We wish him all the very best in his future endeavours. The situation in Palestine and the Middle East continues to be a matter of serious concern to the international community. It is most regrettable that Israel continues its acts of provocation and violence with impunity, further exacerbating the deteriorating human-rights situation in the occupied Palestinian territory and the occupied Syrian Golan. Over the years, we have heard repeated warnings from the Secretary-General and Special Coordinator on the continued expansion of illegal Israeli settlements.”
2021-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/91 (2021) · source
“At the outset, allow me to thank you, Sir, for convening this important open debate. Malaysia aligns itself with the statements delivered by the representatives of the Niger, on behalf of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (see annex 14), and of Azerbaijan, on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement (see annex 21). Permit me to extend my delegation’s heartfelt congratulations to India, Ireland, Kenya, Mexico and Norway as they begin, this morning, their important journey as the elected members of the Security Council for the term 2021-2022. I would also like to congratulate Mr. Tor Wennesland on his appointment as the Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process and the Personal Representative of the Secretary-General to the Palestine Liberation Organization and the Palestinian Authority.”
2021-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/91 (2021) · source
“We believe that a distinction must be made between terrorism and the legitimate struggle of people under foreign occupation for self- determination. Terrorism should also not be associated with any beliefs, ethnic group or nationality. In conclusion, Malaysia renews its unwavering commitment to strengthening international cooperation in preventing and combating the scourge of terrorism. Malaysia looks forward to and welcomes greater coordination and cooperation in our collective efforts to counter that grave threat to international peace and security.”
2021-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/48 (2021) · source
“My delegation commends the excellent work carried out by the Counter-Terrorism Committee, with the support of its Executive Directorate, in raising awareness of emerging terrorist threats, developments and trends, as well as in assessing the implementation of the relevant resolutions by States. We look forward to seeing enhanced coordination as well as the strengthened delivery of counter-terrorism capacity-building assistance to Member States. My delegation continues to believe in the need to conclude the comprehensive convention on international terrorism, which would assist in filling the gaps in existing treaties. Our position on the draft convention remains the same in that the definition of terrorism must be all-encompassing to cover acts committed by States and non-State actors alike.”
2021-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/48 (2021) · source
“At the regional level, since 11 January 2013, Malaysia has been a party to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations Convention on Counter-Terrorism. At the international level, Malaysia is a State party to 10 out of the 19 international legal instruments concerning counter-terrorism. Malaysia supports the implementation of the United Nations Global Counter- Terrorism Strategy, and we join other Member States in our common endeavour S/2021/48 S/2021/48 to enhance the work of the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism and other United Nations entities and support their important initiatives.”
2021-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/48 (2021) · source
“That includes robust national legal frameworks as well as bilateral, regional and multilateral cooperation to meet our obligations to international legally binding instruments and relevant United Nations resolutions, including resolution 1373 (2001). In Malaysia, terrorism is specifically criminalized under the Penal Code (Amendment) Act 2014. We continue to focus on detection and preventive measures to stay ahead of extremism and terrorism by enacting numerous laws that are consistent with our international obligations and by strengthening our capacity to counter extremist narratives. Malaysia has also developed an integrated deradicalization module that addresses religious misconceptions of the radicals and reintegrates them into the mainstream.”
2021-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/48 (2021) · source
“The increased online exposure and the borderless nature of the Internet also serve to magnify the potential harmful impact of the spread of terrorist and violent extremist content online. Malaysia has left no stone unturned in the fight against terrorism and extremism. We have strengthened our legislation, increased our law enforcement and security forces operations and broadened our international cooperation with our strategic partners. Malaysia fully subscribes to the notion that the fight against terrorism will not end until the root causes are addressed. Military actions and sanctions will continue to fail in stopping terrorism so long as the causes are not identified and removed. Until we do that, the vicious cycle of terror and violence will never end. Malaysia is committed to combating terrorism through a whole-of-nation approach.”
2021-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/48 (2021) · source
“Both landmark resolution 1373 (2001) and the Counter-Terrorism Committee, which is tasked with monitoring the implementation of the resolution, have since then played a crucial role in our joint efforts to combat this global scourge. Despite those efforts, however, the world is still confronted by this deadly scourge that targets and victimizes innocent civilians. What we have also regrettably witnessed is that the coronavirus disease pandemic has not stopped terrorists from attracting new recruits or staging acts of terrorism. There is growing shared concern that terrorists and violent extremist groups will seek to exploit the global disruption caused by the pandemic, particularly in advancing their propaganda and fundraising efforts. They also continue to exploit new technologies for radicalization and recruitment.”
2021-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/48 (2021) · source
“My delegation wishes to welcome His Excellency Mr. Othman Jerandi, Minister for Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad, and to thank his delegation for convening this important open debate. Malaysia associates itself with the statements submitted by the representatives of the Republic of Azerbaijan (annex 24) and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (annex 59) on behalf of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, respectively. It is now almost two decades since the world re-energized its efforts to combat terrorism in all its forms and manifestations in the wake of the horrific events of 11 September.”
2021-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/48 (2021) · source
“These are certainly not narratives of the Palestine alone, but a genuine, worldwide call to address the root causes of the conflict and put an end to the longest occupation in the history of the world. Israel can no longer be in denial and must act responsibly. In this regard, Malaysia calls on the Council to act urgently to ensure the full implementation of all applicable Council resolutions and defend the rules-based order so as to ensure the maintenance of regional and international peace and security.S/2020/1055”
2020-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1055 (2020) · source
“Fourthly, Israel must restore the original status of Jerusalem. Last but certainly not least, Israel must restore its credibility and return to the negotiating table with Palestine. Malaysia believes that the only viable way forward is a negotiated two-State solution. In this context, Malaysia supports the international community’s call, including by the Secretary-General, for the Middle East Quartet to find a mutually agreeable path for the parties to re-engage towards a negotiated, peaceful settlement. These are not new preconditions but rather a reflection of years of diplomatic effort and the consensus reached over decades of negotiations.”
2020-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1055 (2020) · source
“Secondly, Israel must cease all of its illegal settlement activities, as demanded by resolution 2334 (2016). The acquisition of any territory by war or force is inadmissible and illegal. Malaysia also would like to recall that, on 16 June 2020, the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian territories occupied by Israel since 1967 and 47 other independent experts of the United Nations human rights system issued a statement expressing that the annexation of the occupied territory was a serious violation of the Charter of the United Nations and the Geneva Conventions of 12 August 1949, and contrary to fundamental rules affirmed by the Security Council and General Assembly. Thirdly, Israel must allow Palestinian refugees their right to return to their land and property.”
2020-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1055 (2020) · source
“Malaysia’s position on the question of Palestine remains clear. We will continue to advocate the resolution of the question of Palestine on the basis of an international framework, and against annexation and in support of the right of the Palestinian people to self-determination. We will continue to support the realization of the State of Palestine based on the pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital. For there to be lasting peace in the Middle East, the established international consensus, in unison with international law, the Charter of the United Nations and relevant resolutions, must be respected and complied by the occupying Power. First, Israel must end its occupation of Palestinian lands and withdraw its troops from the occupied Palestinian territory and surrounding Arab States.”
2020-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1055 (2020) · source
“I thank you, Sir, for organizing this important open debate. Malaysia wishes to align itself with the statements delivered by the representatives of Azerbaijan and of the United Arab Emirates, on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement (annex 19) and of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (annex 48), respectively. We recently commemorated the seventy-fifth anniversary of the founding of the United Nations, in September this year. Two days ago, on 24 October, we celebrated United Nations Day. These two historic occasions should serve as strong reminders to Member States to act on their commitments under the Charter of the United Nations, as well as our shared values and ideals of freedom, accountability, and prosperity for everyone, including for our Palestinian brothers and sisters.”
2020-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1055 (2020) · source
“Terrorism and organized crime undermine the rule of law and human rights as the foundation of peaceful, inclusive and prosperous societies. Malaysia strongly and unequivocally condemns all acts, methods and practices of terrorism, in all its forms and manifestations. We remain committed to enhancing cooperation and strategies to prevent terrorists from benefiting from transnational organized crime.”
2020-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/791 (2020) · source
“Third, and as I alluded to earlier, is to address the root causes that breed terrorism and underpin organized crime. Malaysia fully believes that the root causes must be identified and removed if we ever hope to triumph in our struggle against these threats. Our position on the root causes of terrorism is clear. Prolonged and grievous injustice, gross violations of human rights, foreign occupation, systematic discrimination and oppression of peoples anywhere, regardless of their colour or creed, provide fertile ground for terrorists to exploit and threaten international peace and security. Meanwhile, poverty, insecurity, corruption, and underdevelopment are some of the factors identified as drivers for organized crime to take root and flourish.”
2020-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/791 (2020) · source
“Effective cooperation at the regional and international levels is therefore key to combatting these threats. From 24 February to 20 March, the INTERPOL-led Operation Maharlika III, which included the combined forces of Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines, managed to arrest more than 180 individuals for various offences, including one suspected member of the terrorist Abu Sayyaf Group. The operation also seized firearms, illegally assembled explosives made of ammonium nitrate, and other illicit goods and substances worth more than €1 million. The arrest and seizure suggested that transborder criminal activities have been used to fund terrorist activities. The successful operation was only made possible through effective regional and international cooperation.”
2020-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/791 (2020) · source
“National policies and legal frameworks that could lead to an effective enforcement of law and prosecution of cases involving both criminal and terrorist groups must be established and strengthened, in compliance with obligations under international law. Barriers to information-sharing must be pulled down and targeted capacity- building should be encouraged and supported. In this regard, Malaysia has taken the necessary steps to strengthen our national legal frameworks and mobilize the relevant authorities to intensify enforcement efforts. Second is the importance of regional and international cooperation. Terrorists and criminals alike operate in the shadows, use violence to achieve their ends and exploit the gaps in our criminal-justice systems as well as our borders.”
2020-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/791 (2020) · source
“I thank you, Sir, for organizing this important open debate. My delegation wishes Indonesia every success in assuming the presidency of the Council for this month. The nexus between organized crime and terrorism has existed for a long time, tied by a relationship of convenience and opportunity rather than a shared ideology. Combating both would require us to unravel and sever their ties while addressing their root causes. Hence, a coordinated response by the international community is imperative if we ever hope to effectively address the drivers that perpetuate these twin threats to international peace and security. In this regard, I wish to make three points on the subject before us. The first is that tackling terrorism demands a whole-of-nation approach.”
2020-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/791 (2020) · source
“Malaysia stresses the need for the Council to act urgently in the light of the deteriorating situation on the ground to address the root cause of the conflict and finally put an end to the longest occupation in modern history.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“But one thing is certain: a sustained peace between Palestine and Israel cannot be realized if further annexation is allowed to take place. Thus, accountability and an end to impunity must become an immediate priority for the international community. As Members of the United Nations, we have a solemn political and moral responsibility to defend the rules-based international order and immediately address such threats to international peace and security. The international community must continue to uphold the legitimate right to self-determination, which has constituted one of the very core principles of the United Nations since its creation 75 years ago.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“Malaysia will also continue to stand in solidarity with the Government and the people of Palestine, including in their efforts to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. To assist Palestinians in its efforts to prepare for and respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, we contributed a million face masks, 500 face shields and 500,000 rubber hand gloves to the Palestinian Government. We also pledged a financial contribution to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East last month, in support of the Agency’s work and operations, and we call on the international community to strengthen the support to the Agency. Resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict remains key to sustainable peace in the Middle East.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“A just, comprehensive and lasting solution is possible only through a negotiated political settlement — a process that the international community, and this body, must actively pursue. That must include the complete withdrawal of Israel from Palestinian land occupied since 1967, including the city of Al-Quds Al-Sharif. We also reaffirm our support for establishing an independent State of Palestine, with Al-Quds Al- Sharif as its capital. Only the implementation of all international resolutions on the Palestinian issue can guarantee lasting peace between Israel and Palestine. We call once again on Israel, the occupying Power, to comply with resolutions 242 (1967), 338 (1973), 2334 (2016) and all other relevant resolutions of the Security Council and the General Assembly.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“In short, annexation would do untold damage to Palestinian livelihoods and development. The international community cannot remain indifferent and silent over the latest aggression by Israel against the occupied Palestinians. Malaysia calls on the international community, in particular the Security Council, to fulfil without delay its Charter responsibility towards the Palestinians. The Security Council must condemn and reject the Israeli annexation plan and ensure that the plan will never be implemented. There is no military solution to the Palestinian question. The provocative actions taken by Israel will only aggravate the situation. Malaysia therefore strongly urges the Israeli Government to desist from pursuing a military solution.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“Malaysia’s position on this matter is crystal clear. Annexation is unlawful. It violates the Charter of the United Nations, the Geneva Conventions and the relevant resolutions of the General Assembly and the Security Council, by which the acquisition of territory by war or force is inadmissible. The annexation will only exacerbate Israel’s mass human rights and international humanitarian law violations against the Palestinians. Israel’s inhumane and discriminatory policies and practices in favour of illegal settlers would continue to harm our Palestinian brothers and sisters. More Palestinians will face, in addition to the illegal property demolition and confiscation as a result of illegal settlements, greater restrictions on their natural resources, water and agricultural land.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“I thank you, Mr. President, for organizing this important open debate. Malaysia aligns itself with the statements submitted on behalf of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries (annex 20) and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (annex 47). Allow me at the outset to commend the Security Council for the adoption of resolution 2532 (2020), on the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and a global ceasefire, on 1 July. As one of the co-initiators of the joint statement on a global ceasefire that garnered 172 signatories of United Nations Member States and non-member observer States, Malaysia hopes that all provisions of the resolution will be fully implemented by all parties. The occupying Power, Israel, has continued to openly declare its intention to annex significant parts of the occupied Palestinian territory in the West Bank.”
2020-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/736 (2020) · source
“As one of the regional hubs for the United Nations Humanitarian Response Depot in Asia, we continue to ensure the integrity of the global supply chain and have been facilitating the delivery of humanitarian relief aid to countries and peoples in need. In closing, allow me to reiterate Malaysia’s ongoing readiness to work closely with all Member States on our shared values for peace and security. Amid this deadly pandemic, we must remain united in our shared humanity and in giving peace a chance.”
2020-07-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/663 (2020) · source
“With regard to maintaining international peace and security, Malaysia has continued to contribute troops to United Nations peacekeeping missions all around the world throughout this challenging period. As part of their mandate, our peacekeepers will support national authorities in their response to COVID-19. As a member of the United Nations Group of Friends of Mediation, Malaysia will continue to promote and advance the use of mediation in the peaceful settlement of disputes and conflict prevention and resolution, including in our region. In fighting this deadly pandemic, Malaysia also continues to advocate for the establishment of a comprehensive, systematic and coordinated global response to the outbreak.”
2020-07-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/663 (2020) · source
“The statement, which was issued on 22 June, represents a clear and strong political message, reaffirming the moral commitment of the 172 signatories to an immediate cessation of hostilities in all corners of the world towards fighting this deadly pandemic and what Malaysia hopes would pave the way for sustained peace. It also reaffirms the commitment to multilateralism and the peaceful settlement of disputes, as enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations. On this note, we are pleased that yesterday the Security Council unanimously adopted resolution 2532 (2020), on COVID-19, supporting the Secretary-General’s appeal for a global ceasefire. Malaysia commends the Security Council for the adoption of that resolution.”
2020-07-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/663 (2020) · source
“Malaysia strongly believes that efforts to relieve human suffering and conflict resolution should go hand in hand in leading efforts to address the pandemic. We must muster all our efforts to save lives and alleviate the social and economic devastation of our people, especially in addressing the plight of vulnerable groups that are affected by the hostilities, such as women and children. Recently, Malaysia initiated a statement of support to the Secretary-General’s appeal for a global ceasefire amid the COVID-19 pandemic, which garnered the strong endorsement of 172 Member States and observer States.”
2020-07-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/663 (2020) · source
“In the context of peace and security, the pandemic can potentially create or further escalate social unrest and violence. At the same time, the continuation of hostilities will undermine efforts to fight the pandemic by restricting the ability to deliver humanitarian aid in fragile and conflict-affected situations. Malaysia is also concerned that such security vulnerabilities resulting from the pandemic could be exploited by terrorists to attract new recruits and stage a broader resurgence of acts of terrorism. To make matters worse, this could occur at a time when the established tools for maintaining international peace and security, such as mediation, peacekeeping and peacebuilding, are operationally challenged by the COVID-19 situation.”
2020-07-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/663 (2020) · source
“I thank you, Mr. President, for organizing this much-needed open debate and for providing this opportunity for the wider United Nations membership to speak on this important topic in the Security Council since the outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic has taught us a valuable lesson — that we are only as strong as our weakest link and that no nation is safe until every nation is safe. Across the globe, our peoples are feeling the effects of the pandemic’s far-reaching consequences for our health systems, economies and day-to-day lives. Of the three pillars of the United Nations — namely, peace and security, development and human rights — none has been spared. It is only through collective will and effort that we can ever hope to overcome this challenge.”
2020-07-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/663 (2020) · source
“The seventy-fifth anniversary of the founding of the United Nations offers a golden opportunity for the Council to strengthen and reinvigorate its working methods so as to address the integrated nature of today’s security threats. The Charter of the United Nations, indeed, affords the Council the flexibility to evolve and adapt as necessary. In this regard, Malaysia will continue to provide its full support towards the achievement of that goal.”
2020-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/418 (2020) · source
“The Council must act promptly, decisively and in unison in maintaining international peace and security. Too often, due to the current veto system, the Council has failed in its mandate, owing to the narrow interests of some members. As a signatory of S/2020/418 S/2020/418 the Accountability, Coherence and Transparency code of conduct, Malaysia calls for restraint in the use or the threat of the veto in situations involving mass atrocity crimes such as genocide, crimes against humanity or war crimes. We also support the French-Mexican initiative on framing the use of the veto in cases of mass atrocities. In today’s context, Malaysia believes that it is also apposite to regulate the use of the veto in addressing non-traditional threats to international peace and security, such as on issues concerning global public-health emergencies.”
2020-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/418 (2020) · source
“Malaysia also notes that, as of today, only seven Council members have circulated their monthly assessments for 2019. We would expect the Council to fulfil its commitment regarding the timely submission of reports, as stipulated in its presidential note S/2019/997 of December 2019. Secondly, with regard to effectiveness, the Council must fully utilize the “Any other business” item to ensure emerging threats and issues are addressed swiftly. It should also request more early warning and situational awareness briefings from the Secretariat. The Council should also continue to invite briefers who could deliver insights to add value to its deliberations. More importantly, the Council must do its best in closing the gap between early warning and early action. This relates to my final point, which is on the decision-making process.”
2020-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/418 (2020) · source
“The readout of this engagement, which is circulated by the President of the General Assembly, is valuable to all Member States. Malaysia hopes that similar engagement could be strengthened with the President of the Economic and Social Council, as peace and security issues are also linked to the subject of women, youth and development. Notwithstanding that, we also call on the Council to produce a summary of the closed consultations. We believe that it would be useful if some form of summary records on the important discussions could be established and shared with the broader membership. With regard to the annual report of the Security Council to the General Assembly, we note a trend in the delay of its submission in recent years.”
2020-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/418 (2020) · source
“In that regard, my delegation wishes to highlight the following points. First, on transparency and inclusiveness. Malaysia is pleased to see that progress has been made in enhancing the transparency and accountability of the work of the Council. We note that there are increasing numbers of open debates, with selected meetings covered by live webcast. The greater use of Arria Formula meetings of the Council for engagement with the wider United Nations membership is also commendable. In addition, we commend the conduct of informal briefings, as well as the introductory and wrap-up sessions by the President of the Security Council. We are also encouraged by the continuous monthly engagement between the President of the Security Council and the President of the General Assembly.”
2020-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/418 (2020) · source
“I thank you, Sir, for convening today’s timely and important debate, both in your capacity as President of the Council and Vice-Chair of the Informal Working Group on Documentation and other Procedural Questions. Malaysia would also like to commend Saint Vincent and the Grenadines for its leadership and commitment on this issue as Chair of the Informal Working Group. Malaysia also wishes to applaud the constant efforts of the Council in exploring practical working methods during these unprecedented circumstances. This clearly illustrates the importance of ensuring that the Security Council is as agile and effective as possible in discharging its mandates on behalf of the wider United Nations membership. The Council’s performance, credibility and accountability are hugely defined by its working methods.”
2020-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/418 (2020) · source