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lines on the record: 438
first: 2019-02-13
most recent: 2020-10-19
sittings or episodes: 85
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“We should maintain the Security Council’s unity in supporting the people of the Central African Republic and help them face the insurmountable obstacles mentioned by President Touadera at the high-level meeting. As an elected member of the Security Council, Indonesia has followed closely the progress in the Central African Republic, including the Bangui peace agreement of February 2019. In the past two years, Indonesia has supported the establishment of a benchmark on the lifting of the arms embargo, as well as the three Council resolutions that ease the embargo in the Central African Republic. We also continue to support MINUSCA inside and outside the Council through our peacekeeping engagements and contribution. Indonesia is committed as a true partner for peace for the Central African Republic even beyond its time in the Council.”
2020-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8771 (2020) · source
“Thirdly, the role of MINUSCA is more important than ever. MINUSCA will be pertinent in creating an environment conducive to a peaceful electoral process. For MINUSCA to successfully carry out its mandate, attacks against it must stop. As the largest personnel contributor to MINUSCA in the Council, Indonesia will continue to make the safety, health and security of peacekeepers its top priority. At the same time, we reiterate our commitment to the professionalism of peacekeeping and to protecting civilians through community engagements. Indonesia will work together with Council members and other relevant stakeholders in the renewal of MINUSCA’s mandate.”
2020-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8771 (2020) · source
“The presence and ability of the Government to enforce it are indeed crucial. Technical and financial assistance is needed. Secondly, we should never forget our commitment to saving the people of the Central African Republic. The most recent report (S/2020/994) shows that approximately 2.6 million people require humanitarian assistance; more than 2.3 million people are food- insecure; intercommunal tensions and attacks against civilians continue to impair the humanitarian situation; and the COVID-19 pandemic has worsened the country’s socioeconomic conditions. On top of that, attacks towards humanitarian workers persist. We call on partners and those who remain doubtful about peace being established in the Central African Republic to step up and follow up their cries with real and tangible assistance to the country.”
2020-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8771 (2020) · source
“We welcome the Government’s efforts to maintain the electoral deadline of 27 December and recognize its various challenges. The democratic process is anything but easy. It is a vast logistical undertaking that requires thorough planning to anticipate all challenges, especially amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic and its aftermath. We continue to call on all stakeholders to continue to respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Central African Republic and provide ample space and sufficient trust for democracy to take place in the Central African Republic. Beyond the elections, the Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in the Central African Republic, signed in Bangui, remains the primary framework for sustaining peace in the country. National ownership is the key to success.”
2020-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8771 (2020) · source
“At the outset, allow me to thank the briefers, Special Representative of the Secretary-General Mankeur Ndiaye, Head of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA); Mr. Koen Vervaeke, Managing Director for Africa at the European External Action Service; and later on, hopefully, when technology permits, Ambassador Smaïl Chergui, African Union Commissioner for Peace and Security. Following the United Nations high-level meeting earlier this month, their briefings are indeed crucial, even more so as we approach the mandate renewal of MINUSCA and the upcoming election in December. Allow me to focus my comments on three points. First, we need to ensure peace and stability in the Central African Republic during and beyond the elections.”
2020-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8771 (2020) · source
“There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I will now adjourn the meeting so that the Council can continue its discussion on the subject in closed consultations. I would kindly ask all observers to promptly exit the Chamber directly upon the adjournment of the meeting. The meeting rose at 11.55 a.m.”
2020-08-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8755 (2020) · source
“We would also like to reiterate the importance of ensuring unimpeded humanitarian assistance and relief. I reaffirm Indonesia’s respect for Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, and I convey our utmost tribute to the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia, the United Nations Support Office in Somalia, AMISOM and all actors working to ensure lasting peace and stability in Somalia. What happens in the next few months will determine the future of Somalia. We hope that all Somali stakeholders will remain committed in their pursuit of dialogue and reconciliation to ensure peace and prosperity in the country. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I give the floor to the Permanent Representative of Somalia.”
2020-08-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8755 (2020) · source
“We commend the continued operations by the SNA and the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) to recover areas under Al-Shabaab’s control, as well as to disrupt its capacity to conduct terror attacks. In our view, it is important to accelerate force generation efforts so as to hold the recovered areas and pave the way for further stabilization activities. Thirdly, Somalia is facing the triple challenge of COVID-19, flooding and desert locusts. Increased support from international partners is needed now more than ever, particularly in support of the humanitarian response plan. Sustained support is also necessary to alleviate the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic in order to ensure the long-term recovery and resilience of the people of Somalia.”
2020-08-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8755 (2020) · source
“In that regard, let me join others in extending our condolences to the people and the Government of Somalia, in particular the families of the victims. We would ask that the perpetrators be brought to justice. We would like to reiterate that any attack on United Nations personnel is unacceptable and that all perpetrators must be brought to justice. We are concerned that, despite the continued operations against Al-Shabaab and the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, Al-Shabaab remains capable of conducting larger, more complex high- profile attacks. It is therefore important to continue to build the capacity of the Somali National Army (SNA) and to equip it with the necessary training, including in countering improvised explosive devices.”
2020-08-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8755 (2020) · source
“The Security Council has repeatedly highlighted the need for Somalia’s federal and state leaders to come together in a spirit of unity and compromise. We would like to stress that only through dialogue can Somali stakeholders move forward with the reform agenda that it has committed to undertaking. We are hopeful that a consensus on the electoral modalities that enjoys the support of all stakeholders, particularly the Somali population, can be reached. It is also important to advance the implementation of national priorities and State-building efforts. Secondly, we remain concerned over the security situation. We once again condemn all recent attacks by Al-Shabaab, including the attack on the Elite Hotel in Mogadishu last Sunday, as well as the mortar attack targeting the United Nations compound.”
2020-08-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8755 (2020) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Indonesia. I would like to thank Mr. Swan, Special Representative of the Secretary-General, and Mr. Madeira, Special Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission for Somalia, for their insightful briefings. I would also like to welcome Ambassador Abukar Osman, Permanent Representative of Somalia, to this meeting. As the Secretary-General has summed up, Somalia is at a critical juncture. It is therefore crucial for all Somali stakeholders, supported by the international partners, to work together constructively. In that regard, I would like to highlight three points. First, we welcome the discussions between federal and state leaders in Dhuusamarreeb in July.”
2020-08-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8755 (2020) · source
“I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2020/798, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Somalia. I now give the floor to Mr. Swan”
2020-08-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8755 (2020) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Somalia to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the following briefers to participate in the meeting: Mr. James Swan, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia; and 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. Mr. Madeira is joining this meeting via video- teleconference from Mogadishu. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item of the agenda.”
2020-08-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8755 (2020) · source
“I would like to extend, on behalf of the Council, a warm welcome to the new Permanent Representative of Belgium to the United Nations, Mr. Philippe Kridelka, on the occasion of his first in-person meeting of the Security Council. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted. The situation in Somalia Report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Somalia (S/2020/798)”
2020-08-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8755 (2020) · source
“Measures must be taken to implement agreements and avoid making a bad situation worse. As we prepare to celebrate the seventy-fifth anniversary of the founding of the United Nations, it is inconceivable to have a humanitarian catastrophe reminiscent of the world war era. Before concluding my statement, allow me to take this opportunity to join others in paying tribute to Her Excellency Ambassador Dame Karen Pierce for her dedication, constructive engagement and contribution to the work of the Security Council. For Indonesia, it has been such a privilege to serve in the Council together with Ambassador Pierce, not only during our current membership but also during our previous membership, in 2007 and 2008. We will certainly miss her, and we wish her all the very best and success in her next assignment.”
2020-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8745 (2020) · source
“The air strike illustrates the fragility of the situation in Al-Hudaydah. As we have previously stated, Al-Hudaydah is the centre of gravity and the humanitarian lifeline in the country. Parties must do their utmost to implement the Agreement, particularly the ceasefire. We would also like to reiterate the call by General Guha for the parties to continue working through the Redeployment Coordination Committee to ensure that the ceasefire holds and that de-escalation continues. With regard to the Stockholm Agreement, we similarly call for its implementation, including the prisoner-exchange agreement and the memorandum of understanding on Taiz. My delegation would like once again to emphasize that all concerned must commit to dialogue before it is too late and Yemen slips back into large-scale conflict and even greater humanitarian tragedy.”
2020-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8745 (2020) · source
“Furthermore, we are deeply concerned that the hostilities may drive Yemen back to the high civilian casualty levels of 2018. We therefore urge the parties to abide by international humanitarian law in that regard. With regard to humanitarian assistance, we also urge the removal of impediments to assistance. It is imperative that the Houthis also grant access for the United Nations team to the FSO SAFER oil tanker before it is too late. That call was made in resolution 2511 (2020), which we adopted in February, and we will keep monitoring the situation. My third point is on the implementation of the Stockholm Agreement, including the Hodeidah Agreement. It was a grave disappointment to read the statement issued by General Abhijit Guha on 8 March on the air strike in Al-Salif.”
2020-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8745 (2020) · source
“It is significant that, until now, Ma’rib was untouched by the open conflict and was a safe haven. We applaud the Special Envoy for his quick response in visiting the area, thereby demonstrating the support of the United Nations to the people. Sadly, the violence has resulted in thousands of people being displaced. My delegation echoes the call of the Special Envoy for a halt of all military activity and the start of a comprehensive, inclusive and accountable de-escalation as well as dialogue. We reiterate our position that the military approach or pursuit of territorial gain cannot settle the conflict in Yemen. Secondly, on the humanitarian track, it is evident that the current fighting will impair the humanitarian efforts to secure the displaced thousands of people.”
2020-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8745 (2020) · source
“I would like to thank Special Envoy Martin Griffiths and Acting Assistant Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs Mr. Ramesh Rajasingham for their important updates. Despite the enormous efforts of the Special Envoy and humanitarian workers, the situation remains of great concern. That is of even greater worry today as the world struggles with the coronavirus pandemic, which is limiting the ability to travel and perform normal duties. I hope everyone is well and stays healthy. In response to the briefings, Indonesia would like to highlight three points. First, regarding the political track, we are particularly troubled about the lack of progress towards the resumption of dialogue, as well as the escalation of violence in Ma’rib and Al-Jawf.”
2020-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8745 (2020) · source
“Indonesian military and police officers, including women police peacekeepers, are currently proudly serving in UNMISS. Their professionalism and hard work, including through local community engagement, have already made a concrete impact. In conclusion, the South Sudanese people’s journey towards peace has come to a critical juncture. Its commitment, with effective backing from the United Nations and other partners, promise a peaceful and prosperous future. I reaffirm Indonesia’s long-standing support towards a lasting peace and stability in South Sudan, including through its contribution to UNMISS.”
2020-03-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8741 (2020) · source
“The Secretary- General’s call to fulfil the $1.5 billion target under the 2020 humanitarian response plan needs to be responded to befittingly. We also commend the signing of the comprehensive action plan to end and prevent all grave violations against children, which indicates that South Sudan has set the right priorities, and its implementation must be supported fully. Third is the role of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). Indonesia supports the renewal of the UNMISS mandate, which maintains its current strength and role in supporting the peace process. At the same time, the mandate must also reflect the ongoing positive developments. Since physical access is an important hindrance to humanitarian assistance, UNMISS resource mobility, especially of its air and water assets, should be enhanced.”
2020-03-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8741 (2020) · source
“In the process, every effort must be made to cease any actions that might be perceived as provocative by the other party. Indonesia commends the African Union, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development and South Africa, along with other countries, for their support of peacebuilding in South Sudan. The engagement of the United Nations and regional and international partners remains vital. Secondly, the humanitarian situation should be improved. The opening up of space and positive political developments should also be used to deepen and widen humanitarian action, which is presently unevenly spread. Indonesia is concerned that 1.67 million people remain internally displaced, with another 2.2 million living in neighbouring countries.”
2020-03-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8741 (2020) · source
“Sustainable peace and stability with prosperity are very much possible. The people of South Sudan deserve that fully. In that regard, I wish to underline the following three points. First, the formation of the Transitional Government needs to be finalized. Recognizing that much work needs to happen, including on transitional security arrangements and the establishment of three administrative areas, the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan remains the best overarching blueprint to build peace with the wide support of the South Sudanese parties. The effective implementation of the Revitalized Agreement, including the finalization of the Transitional Government, is of critical importance. We need to show the South Sudanese that this time will be different. The party’s leadership must deliver.”
2020-03-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8741 (2020) · source
“Allow me to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General David Shearer for his tireless work in supporting peace in South Sudan and for his insightful briefing. I would also like to thank Ms. Betty Sunday for her important briefing this morning. Indonesia welcomes the agreement to form the Transitional Government of National Unity and commends both parties for their spirit of compromise. Their confidence shows their commitment to creating an enabling environment for peace. While the ceasefire continues to hold, we note clashes in areas of Western and Central Equatoria and Upper Nile and that a number of security challenges remain. However, we are also confident that with the parties’ commitment to fulfilling their respective responsibilities, the challenges can be overcome.”
2020-03-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8741 (2020) · source
“In that regard, we call on the Government of Iraq to continue to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian assistance by United Nations agencies and partners. Indonesia also continues to express its support for vigorous efforts aimed at making further progress concerning missing Kuwaiti persons and third-country nationals, as well as the return of Kuwaiti property, including the archives. Not only is that an important humanitarian concern, it is also of great importance for further reconciliation between the two countries. In conclusion, we would again like to express our support for the work of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq. We encourage its various reconstruction and reform programmes in support of the people and the Government of Iraq undertaken in pursuit of its mandate.”
2020-03-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8739 (2020) · source
“We also support the steps being taken in connection with electoral reform and welcome the adoption of the law on the Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC) and the appointment of the new IHEC Chief Executive Officer, who is a woman. We encourage the appointment of more female officials in the upper ranks of governance. We also hope that the designation of a new prime minister and the formation of a new cabinet will soon be realized, with a view towards swift action being taken to develop and implement reforms that meet the aspirations of all groups, including minorities. Thirdly, with regard to the humanitarian file, as reported by the Secretary-General (S/2020/140), recent political upheaval posed some operational and security challenges for humanitarian operations.”
2020-03-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8739 (2020) · source
“Indonesia strongly supports Iraq’s effort to combat the remnants of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) with the support of the international community. The focus must now be on eliminating every threat posed by ISIL in the country. We believe that the support of all, particularly neighbouring countries, is crucial, and we commend Iraq’s efforts in continuing to strengthen its relations with its neighbours. Secondly, with regard to Iraq’s nation-building efforts, my delegation would once again like to voice its support of Iraq’s journey to democracy and prosperity for its people. We urge that the measures undertaken by the Government to meet public demands be continued.”
2020-03-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8739 (2020) · source
“To that end, Indonesia reaffirms its support for Iraqi sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity, and would like to underscore the following points. First, with regard to the importance of stability and security in Iraq, stability and security are the prerequisite conditions for successful post-conflict recovery and economic development in the country. In recent months, we have witnessed how fragile those conditions are; any miscalculation could derail any progress that has been achieved so far. However, we are encouraged that the parties are exercising maximum restraint and remaining committed to supporting Iraq in its quest for peace and prosperity. Conflict and military operations are not an option for a country that has been affected by war for so long.”
2020-03-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8739 (2020) · source
“At the outset, let me join others in congratulating you, Mr. President, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of March. Please be assured of my delegation’s full support for your presidency. I would also like to extend my delegation’s appreciation to the Permanent Representative of Belgium, His Excellency Ambassador Marc Pecsteen de Buytswerve, and his whole team for their excellent presidency in the month of February. I would also like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert for her comprehensive briefing. There have been many encouraging signs of progress in the reconstruction and reform process in Iraq. We welcome those developments, as we are convinced that, if we all invest more broadly in the people of Iraq, success will be attainable.”
2020-03-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8739 (2020) · source
“The provision of humanitarian deliveries requires timely, safe, unimpeded and sustained access by the United Nations in order to reach all civilians in need in the north-west and in other areas of Syria. Indonesia encourages and supports enhanced cooperation between the Syrian Government and the United Nations in this regard. The Security Council indeed has a critical role to play in supporting the humanitarian efforts in Syria. Once again, my delegation underlines the importance for the issues of humanitarian assistance not to be politicized by anybody. To conclude, Indonesia extends its strong support to the work of Special Envoy Geir Pedersen in engaging the Syrian parties, as well as other key countries, to try to unlock progress on the political track, in accordance with resolution 2254 (2015).”
2020-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8738 (2020) · source
“Indonesia appreciates the ongoing efforts made by and talks among various parties with the aim of ending the violence. These dialogues, however, need to be immediately implemented and translated into impactful action to achieve a sustainable ceasefire. The current priority must be the civilians. Indonesia echoes the Secretary-General’s call on all parties to fulfil their obligations under international humanitarian law and to avoid any additional resulting harm to civilians, including civilian infrastructure. As the need for humanitarian assistance increases, the international community also needs to support the immediate delivery of emergency assistance, shelter support, food, non-food items and other logistical support.”
2020-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8738 (2020) · source
“We thank the Secretary- General for his remarks and Under-Secretary-General DiCarlo for her briefing. Let me begin by expressing our serious concern over the worsening situation due to the escalation in Idlib. During yesterday’s humanitarian meeting (see S/PV.8734), Indonesia clearly emphasized the urgent need for all key countries in the conflict to immediately cease hostilities. Today we would like to reiterate that call. The intensification of hostilities has worsened the humanitarian situation in the north-west. More individuals are displaced and their lives are increasingly at risk. We endorse the Secretary-General’s statement today that the most pressing need is an immediate ceasefire before the situation gets entirely out of control. We urge a continued dialogue to de-escalate conflict between key countries.”
2020-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8738 (2020) · source
“In conclusion, my delegation commends the tireless efforts of all humanitarian workers on the ground, in spite of the security situation, in responding to the increasing needs in the north-west. They are our real heroes.”
2020-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8734 (2020) · source
“We therefore appreciate the Syrian Government’s cooperation in its decision to authorize the delivery of cross-line humanitarian aid and the transportation of medical aid via land routes, as indicated in the letter received yesterday from the Syrian Permanent Representative. Indonesia sincerely hopes that humanitarian operations in targeted areas can be enhanced and sustained as a result. My delegation reiterates the importance for all parties to allow safe, unimpeded and sustained access for the United Nations humanitarian response to all requested areas, based on the United Nations assessment of needs in all parts of Syria. Let me stress one important last point. The issue of humanitarian assistance should not be politicized by anyone. It is crucial for us, the members of the Security Council, to lead by example.”
2020-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8734 (2020) · source
“When humanitarian responses are overwhelmed, the international community must redouble its efforts to support humanitarian operations in north-western Syria. Thirdly, we take note of the observations made in the report of the Secretary-General on the review of alternative modalities for the border crossing of Al-Yarubiyah. A combination of more cross-border and cross-line access is indeed necessary to maintain the levels of humanitarian assistance in north-eastern Syria. We also believe that it is crucial for the Syrian Government to facilitate more cross-line access to north-eastern Syria, especially to allow medical distribution, in a timely manner, to all civilians in need.”
2020-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8734 (2020) · source
“That number has increased significantly in a short period of time. The number of civilians killed as a result of hostilities is also increasing. We condemn any targeted attacks on civilian infrastructure and camps for internally displaced persons. We urge all parties to take the necessary steps to protect civilians and to ensure respect for international humanitarian law, including the principles of distinction and proportionality. Once again, Indonesia appeals to all relevant parties in the conflict to stop the violence, especially their military operations in densely populated areas. Secondly, my delegation notes that the cross-border operation remains a key mechanism for providing live-saving humanitarian assistance to people in need. The increased demand in the north-west should be immediately addressed.”
2020-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8734 (2020) · source
“Indonesia would like to highlight, in that regard, the existing request from the Council to the Secretary- General, in resolution 2254 (2015), to lead the effort, through the office of his Special Envoy and in consultation with relevant parties, to determine the modalities and requirements of a ceasefire, as well as to continue planning for the support of ceasefire implementation. While acknowledging the close linkage between a ceasefire and a parallel political process, Indonesia would like to reaffirm its strong support to the ongoing work of the Special Envoy. I wish to underline three points. First, Indonesia urges all parties to the conflict to immediately cease hostilities. The humanitarian situation in the north-west is extremely disturbing, with approximately 950,000 people displaced since 1 December 2019.”
2020-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8734 (2020) · source
“Let me begin by joining others in welcoming you, Mr. President, and the Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs of Germany to the Chamber. We thank Assistant Secretary-General Mueller and UNICEF Executive Director Fore for their important briefings. My delegation welcomes the most recent report of the Secretary-General on the implementation of Security Council resolution 2139 (2014), 2165 (2014), 2191 (2014), 2258 (2015), 2332 (2016), 2393 (2017), 2401 (2018), 2449 (2018) and 2504 (2020) (S/2020/141), as well as the report of the Secretary-General on the review of alternative modalities for the border crossing of Al-Yarubiyah (S/2020/139). We share the Secretary-General’s call for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in Idlib.”
2020-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8734 (2020) · source
“At the national level, Indonesia, as the coordinator of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries States parties to the NPT, will continue to play its role and contribute actively to a successful 2020 Review Conference.”
2020-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8733 (2020) · source
“In that regard, Indonesia welcomes the first conference to establish a Middle East zone free of nuclear and other weapons of mass destruction. It must be underlined that the establishment of such a zone in the Middle East is an integral part of the indefinite extension of the Treaty. Furthermore, we call for the early accession of nuclear- weapon States to the Protocol to the Treaty on the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone. Reiterating the responsibilities of States parties under the NPT, we urge everyone to work together to help attain a befitting Review Conference. The world cannot afford any backtracking from commitments that were agreed at previous Review Conferences. Council members have certain responsibilities to ensure that the Conference decidedly contributes to global peace and security.”
2020-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8733 (2020) · source
“Non-proliferation derives its legitimacy from the absence of nuclear weapons. Their total elimination remains the only guarantee to translate our common desire to maintain international peace and security, in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations, into reality. The universalization of the NPT is of vital importance. Thirdly, an effective non-proliferation regime is necessary for the creation of a world free of nuclear weapons. All nuclear-weapon States, as well as all States non-parties to the Treaty, should place all their nuclear facilities under the full scope of International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) safeguards. Indonesia also underscores nuclear-weapon-free zones as critical mechanisms against nuclear weapons.”
2020-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8733 (2020) · source
“To single out any one pillar and relegate the other two not only dilutes the Treaty’s aims and credibility but also undermines support for the Treaty, which is essential to sustain it. The NPT enjoyed wide support because it also provided a legal commitment regarding nuclear disarmament and enabled the peaceful use of nuclear energy. Secondly, nuclear disarmament must be complete, verifiable and irreversible. We urge nuclear-weapon States to fulfil their commitments under article VI of the NPT. That is an explicit legal obligation of all parties and its implementation is not optional or conditional. Indonesia is seriously concerned about the increased prominence being given by some States to nuclear weapons in their security doctrines, including through modernization programmes.”
2020-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8733 (2020) · source
“The collapse of the arms control architecture, increased tensions between some States and the continued existence of nuclear weapons, with their doctrines, underscore the imperative for a successful 2020 Review Conference. As a long-standing proponent for a world without nuclear weapons, Indonesia is participating actively in the preparations for the Review Conference. While non-nuclear-weapon States must play an effective role, nuclear-weapon States must also step forward credibly to uphold the NPT in its entirety. In that context, allow me to underline three points. First is the balanced, comprehensive and non-discriminatory implementation of the three pillars of the NPT. Those three pillars — disarmament, non-proliferation and the peaceful use of nuclear energy — must be fully implemented in a mutually reinforcing manner.”
2020-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8733 (2020) · source
“We thank Belgium for organizing this very important briefing. We would like to welcome His Excellency Mr. Heiko Maas, Foreign Minister of Germany, to the Council. I would also like to thank Mrs. lzumi Nakamitsu, Under-Secretary- General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, and Mr. Gustavo Zlauvinen, President- designate of the 2020 Review Conference for the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), for their insightful and comprehensive briefings. Indonesia fully supports the NPT as the cornerstone of the nuclear non-proliferation regime and an integral instrument to advance efforts for denuclearization and the peaceful use of nuclear energy.”
2020-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8733 (2020) · source
“This was never for any of us; this was for the people of Yemen. They need to know that the Security Council is on their side and to trust that we are trying our best to put an end to their suffering.”
2020-02-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8732 (2020) · source
“The Council is charged with responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security. This means that the challenge of saving lives falls to us, as does the monitoring of any violation of international humanitarian law during conflict. My delegation is fully convinced that under the current circumstances, sanctions are necessary to support the peace process and the efforts of the Special Envoy to advance the political process. For Indonesia, the sanctions are justified by the violence and the military operations. Furthermore, those who hinder the peace process or violate international humanitarian law must be held accountable. Finally, Indonesia is pleased that members of the Council, in the best interests of the people of Yemen, were able to adopt the resolution.”
2020-02-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8732 (2020) · source
“The delegation of Indonesia is pleased that the Security Council has adopted resolution 2511 (2020). We would like to thank the penholder, the United Kingdom, for its work and diligence, and other Council members for their flexibility and commitment. Through the adoption of this resolution, we recognize the situation on the ground and the need to do something about it. We have shown our dissatisfaction at the mistrust between the parties, which is blocking progress towards dialogue. By this resolution we have demonstrated that the escalation of violence in Yemen, the indefensible deaths of and hunger experienced by children and women, the complicated challenges confronting humanitarian operations and the sexual violence in armed conflict are all unacceptable.”
2020-02-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8732 (2020) · source
“Recent flooding has compounded the dire humanitarian situation, with an increasing number of people being displaced and in need of assistance. In this regard, we call on all international partners to provide the much-needed humanitarian relief and assistance so as to ensure the long-term recovery and resilience of the Somali people. Lastly, I commend the Federal Government for demonstrating leadership and determination in implementing its reform agenda while tackling multidimensional challenges. I wish to reaffirm Indonesia’s respect for Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and to pay the utmost tribute to the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia, the United Nations Support Office in Somalia, the African Union Mission in Somalia and all actors working to ensure lasting peace and stability in Somalia.”
2020-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8731 (2020) · source
“It is necessary to continue assessing the implications of the planned drawdown of an additional 1,000 personnel of the African Union Mission in Somalia later this month in order to ensure that the security gains achieved thus far will not be reversed. We are encouraged by the Government’s commitment to the implementation of the transition plan, including the continued military operations, force-generation efforts and institutional capacity-building. We would like to reiterate the importance of accelerated and coordinated international assistance to support force-generation and capacity-building. That is crucial to producing a well-trained and -equipped Somali security force that is eventually able to take over security responsibilities. Thirdly, it is important to alleviate the humanitarian situation in Somalia.”
2020-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8731 (2020) · source
“We concur with the Secretary-General’s view that the organization of elections in a timely and peaceful manner remains a priority for 2020. We therefore welcome the adoption of the electoral law and hope the 2020 electoral timeline can be met. Secondly, we remain deeply concerned about the ongoing threat posed by Al-Shabaab. We condemn all its recent attacks, including those employing improvised explosive devices in Afgooye and Mogadishu, and would like to express our deepest condolences to the families of the victims. We welcome the completion of a joint threat assessment of security conditions on the ground.”
2020-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8731 (2020) · source