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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 therefore once again join the Secretary-General in urging all parties to make use of the National Reintegration Council to undertake strategic discussions on pending challenges in the reintegration process and take concerted action to address them by implementing the recently adopted road map. The political, legal and socioeconomic reintegration of former members of the Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia-Ejército del Pueblo is crucial to creating public trust and confidence in the peace process. Lastly, it is incumbent on the Security Council and on us individually as friends to ensure that every effort is made to assist the people of Colombia. The Council, in particular, should continue to provide assistance to Colombia based on its relevant resolutions.”
2020-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8702 (2020) · source
“Secondly, Indonesia would like to underline once again that the consolidation of sustainable peace in Colombia can be achieved only through the comprehensive and consistent fulfilment by all Colombian stakeholders of their obligations under the Final Agreement to End the Armed Conflict and Build a Stable and Lasting Peace. While we, as always, welcome the many positive developments that have been achieved, as well as the advances that have been generated by the peace agreement, we continue to call on all relevant parties to redouble their efforts to deliver on their individual commitments. While it is relatively slow, as pointed out in the report of the Secretary-General (S/2019/988), we acknowledge the progress and efforts that have been made in resolving the accreditation of former combatants. However, that must be continued.”
2020-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8702 (2020) · source
“I would also like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Carlos Ruiz Massieu Aguirre for his detailed and comprehensive briefing on the recent developments. Today, I would like to make three brief points. First, Indonesia congratulates the people of Colombia on the successful and relatively peaceful conduct of the local and departmental elections on 27 October 2019, in which the Fuerza Alternativa Revolucionaria del Común political party and former combatants participated. The people of Colombia must build on that important step in the political reintegration process. We therefore join the Secretary-General in encouraging the newly elected mayors, governors and other officials to make sure that programmes related to the implementation of peace are high on their agenda.”
2020-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8702 (2020) · source
“At the outset, allow me to join previous speakers in extending our condolences to the Government and people of Oman on the passing of Sultan Qaboos Bin Said. I would also like to thank you, Mr. President, for organizing the two moments of silence. On behalf of the Government and people of Indonesia, let me in particular extend our condolences to the Government and people of the Niger over the recent terrorist attack, which claimed 89 lives. Let me also warmly welcome Ms. Claudia Blum de Barberi, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Colombia. Her presence here today is appreciated, as it reflects the importance that her Government attaches to the Council’s support for the peace process in her country.”
2020-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8702 (2020) · source
“Indonesia understands that this mechanism was established during a specific situation and is supposedly a temporary instrument in some areas with limited access. We sincerely hope that the Syrian conflict will end so that the cross-border mechanism will no longer be needed. In the meantime, the adjustment of the mechanism needs to be conducted cautiously. Let us continue to stand together in our common goal to ease the suffering of people in need in Syria.”
2020-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8700 (2020) · source
“Again, it is fair to say that we are all equally unhappy but I still think that congratulations are appropriate. Saving 4 million people in the northwest and northeast is not an ideal outcome. As mentioned by the United Nations many times, we believe that the Al-Yarubiyah crossing point is still necessary for the delivery of medical supplies for more than 1.3 million people. We therefore support the request to the Secretary-General to provide a report on the feasibility of using alternative modalities for the border crossing of Al-Yarubiyah. We have full confidence that the Secretary-General will spare no effort in ensuring the most comprehensive, reliable and credible report in that regard.”
2020-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8700 (2020) · source
“Indonesia welcomes the adoption of resolution 2504 (2020), which extends the cross-border mechanism. Indeed, it has been a complex and lengthy process. We thank the co-penholders, Belgium, Germany and earlier Kuwait, for facilitating the discussions and for finding a compromise among Council members. My delegation has previously mentioned that civilian lives are at stake and we are responsible for addressing this urgent issue immediately. We believe that everyone around the table is equally unhappy but, as my delegation has stated on many occasions, it is not about the happiness or unhappiness of us as Council members but about saving human lives. We hope that the adoption of the resolution will help to save millions of Syrian lives.”
2020-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8700 (2020) · source
“We continue to support the United Nations reform, as it is critical to ensuring the Organization remains relevant and fit for purpose and has impact on the ground In conclusion, the Security Council needs to be reminded not only of our political commitments, but also of our duty to implement those commitments, to ensure the primacy of human safety and security. The United Nations was established upon the mandate of “We, the peoples of the United Nations”. We cannot afford to let our peoples down.”
2020-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8699 (2020) · source
“Prevailing disrespect for international law and the principles of the Charter has further diminished the chances of achieving the two-State vision for sustained peace and stability in the region. Thirdly, We need to reaffirm our collective support to the United Nations and its three pillars: peace and security, development and human rights. All of them should be promoted equally and moved forward at the same pace. Each organ of the United Nations has its own unique mandate based on the Charter to do that.”
2020-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8699 (2020) · source
“In line with Chapter VIII of the Charter, we recognize the important role of regional and subregional organizations in maintaining international peace and security, as we have strived to do in our ASEAN region. We need to ensure that all agreements, resolutions, decisions and declarations that we have agreed upon as a collective family of nations are faithfully implemented, whether they relate to economic and social issues, climate change or the issue of Palestine. There can be no exceptions. We cannot talk about upholding the United Nations Charter if we fail to address the question of Palestine. Our seventy-fifth anniversary is being celebrated in many places, but not in Palestine, which still lacks a homeland.”
2020-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8699 (2020) · source
“To those that are not complying, we join the Secretary- General in the clear message that he sent very recently: “Stop escalation, exercise maximum restraint, restart dialogue and renew international cooperation.” Secondly, we have to fully and faithfully implement the Charter through our renewed commitment to multilateralism. No nation, no matter how powerful, can effectively address global challenges on its own. We need inclusive and mutually beneficial collaboration and dialogue among nations, as well as the sharing of national best practices and lessons learned. To underpin multilateralism, we need to also continue strengthening the role of regional and subregional organizations. Neighbours know best.”
2020-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8699 (2020) · source
“We cannot afford to become spectators and let our collective efforts of the past three-quarters of a century be forgotten or see our future generations lost to the scourge of war — the very thing that we, the peoples of the United Nations, committed to avoiding. It is essential that we take action. First, we must stop unilateral actions in violation of the Charter. Instead, we should promote dialogue and the peaceful settlement of disputes. The use of force has never been a solution and never will be. Indonesia calls on all Members of the United Nations to fully comply with the Charter and its implementation.”
2020-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8699 (2020) · source
“At the same time, it provides a rules-based platform for dialogue and cooperation, bringing together nations large and small based on sovereign equality. Three-quarters of a century have passed since the adoption of the Charter, and it is saddening that we are seeing growing resort to unilateralism, countries withdrawing from internationally agreed commitments, and increasing use of coercive measures to achieve national policy objectives. We have witnessed such activities recently in the Middle East and many parts of the world. While we commemorate the seventy-fifth anniversary of the United Nations Charter in 2020, it is ironic that we are also starting the year on a very sombre note. The very Charter that we hold dear is in jeopardy. It is being violated again and again.”
2020-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8699 (2020) · source
“Let me at the outset welcome you, Sir, to preside over this body. We also welcome the Prime Minister of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and other honourable Ministers to the Council. I thank the Secretary-General and Mrs. Mary Robinson, Chair of The Elders, for their briefings. Indonesia echoes their call to reaffirm the principles of the Charter of the United Nations and renews its commitment to promoting the pacific settlement of disputes. Indonesia aligns itself with the statements to be delivered by the representatives of Azerbaijan, on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement, and of the Philippines, on behalf of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), respectively. The Charter of the United Nations embodies our collective hope and determination to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war.”
2020-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8699 (2020) · source
“In conclusion, building lasting peace and stability in the subregion requires political will, national and regional efforts and support from the international community. Ensuring political stability, combating terrorism and organized crime and addressing the underlying causes of instability are key to enabling peace to take root in the subregion, which will pave the way to sustainable development.”
2020-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8698 (2020) · source
“As a result, strengthening State capacity and institutions is key to ensuring the security of the population, the provision of basic services and the building of community trust. Thirdly, it is important to address the root causes of instability. Our security approach must be part of a wider strategy. Countries in the subregion must intensify efforts to address poverty, inequality, marginalization and the lack of basic and social services. International partners should continue to support the implementation of the Regional Stabilization, Recovery and Resilience Strategy for Areas Affected by Boko Haram in the Lake Chad Basin Region, the G-5 Sahel Priority Investment Programme, the United Nations Integrated Strategy for the Sahel and the United Nations Support Plan for the Sahel.”
2020-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8698 (2020) · source
“As stated in the Secretary-General’s report (S/2019/1005) and in his Special Representative’s briefing, terrorist attacks, maritime crime and drug trafficking are increasing in the subregion. Terrorist groups continue to expand their areas of influence and inflict harm on security personnel as well as civilians. It therefore remains crucial to support the countries in West Africa and the Sahel to combat terrorism and transnational organized crime. Collective initiatives such as the Joint Force of the Group of Five for the Sahel (G-5 Sahel) and the Multinational Joint Task Force should be continuously supported. In addition, the limited presence of State authorities contributes to insecurity in the region.”
2020-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8698 (2020) · source
“As we consider the renewal of the mandate of UNOWAS, we view several areas of focus to be of particular importance. UNOWAS should continue performing its mediation and good offices roles to support countries in the region in the context of electoral and peace processes. Regional analysis, including with regard to political and security trends, threats to peace and security, as well as root causes of instability in the subregion, is also necessary. UNOWAS should enhance synergy and complementarity with the United Nations country team and regional and subregional organizations based on their respective mandates and capacities. Secondly, we must combat terrorism and transnational organized crime.”
2020-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8698 (2020) · source
“We note with concern, however, the election-related tension in some countries that has led to violent confrontations, and we would like to reiterate the importance of peaceful political processes. Notwithstanding the positive developments, we remain deeply concerned at the spread of terrorism and criminal activities and at intercommunal violence resulting in human and material losses. In that regard, I would like to highlight three points. First, the work of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) remains crucial. We take note of the strategic review of UNOWAS based on the assessment that stakeholders found the Office’s activity to be useful and that it has effectively carried out its mandate in preventive diplomacy in the subregion.”
2020-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8698 (2020) · source
“Let me at the outset join others in welcoming Estonia, the Niger, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Tunisia and Viet Nam to the Security Council. Allow me also to congratulate you, Mr. President, on assuming the presidency for the month of January. I would also like to thank the United States for successfully presiding over the Council during the month of December 2019. My delegation would like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Mohamed Ibn Chambas for his comprehensive briefing and his team for the work that they have been doing in the region. We welcome some commendable progress in the region, including political dialogues in several countries and advances in transitional justice mechanisms and in security sector reform.”
2020-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8698 (2020) · source
“While calling on the Sudan to take up those responsibilities promptly and properly, we must also empower the Sudan's judicial authority to exercise its sovereignty, including through adequate capacity- building in the justice system.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“Efforts to pursue justice must be part of the wider efforts to achieve peace in Darfur. While peace cannot be complete or sustainable without justice, justice cannot prosper in the absence of peace. The Security Council has a responsibility to ensure that the Sudan complies with the provisions of resolution 1593 (2005). At the same time, according to the Rome Statute, the role of the ICC is complementary to national criminal jurisdiction. My delegation believes that the referral of the situation in Darfur should neither nullify the principle of complementarity or prevent the Sudanese national court from invoking its jurisdiction.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“Internally displaced persons (IDPs) are confronted by security challenges and a lack of access to land and economic opportunities. My delegation consistently stresses the imperative for the full protection of civilians and the observance of international humanitarian law. We remain concerned about incidents that have had an impact on human rights and the protection situation that continue to occur across Darfur and target the most vulnerable, including IDPs, women and children. We extend our deepest sympathies to the victims and to the people of the Sudan who have been impacted by the conflict in their country. There is an urgent need to uphold accountability and ensure that the Sudanese regain their confidence in law enforcement and judicial institutions. That brings me to my third point, namely, the proceedings of the ICC.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“We are encouraged by the ongoing peace talks, which for the first time in the modern history of the Sudan involve almost all of the armed groups in the country. Indonesia supported the adoption in October of resolution 2495 (2019), which renewed the mandate of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) for 12 months, in line with the request of the Prime Minister of the Sudan. We fully endorse the focus of UNAMID's mandate on supporting the peace process and the implementation of any peace agreement. Those gains should serve as a stepping-stone to further tangible progress, including sustainable peace and socioeconomic recovery. Secondly, concerning the many persistent challenges on the ground, several conflict drivers remain to be addressed.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank Ms. Fatou Bensouda for her very comprehensive briefing. My delegation has taken note of the thirtieth report of the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) on the investigation of the situation in Darfur, submitted pursuant to resolution 1593 (2005). Today I will focus on three issues. The first is the recent developments in the Sudan. The security situation in Darfur remains relatively stable, with few disruptions in the trends that have emerged since 2016. We have witnessed some remarkable developments since Ms. Bensouda's last briefing in June (see S/PV.8554) that present a real opportunity for a fair and comprehensive peace in Darfur. A transitional Government is now in place and has taken significant steps to secure peace in Darfur.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“Lastly, Indonesia would like to take this opportunity to applaud the commitment of all countries that continue to consistently support and cooperate with the Mechanism, whether in enforcing sentences or in other areas. And since this will be the last briefing under Peru's leadership of the Council's Informal Working Group on International Tribunals, let me also express our sincere appreciation to Peru and its entire delegation for their dedication and excellent work in steering the Informal Working Group.”
2019-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8681 (2019) · source
“We want to remind the Council that States are required to cooperate with the Mechanism, including by complying with orders and requests for assistance related to cases before it. We note the requests by the Prosecutor pertaining to the arrest and surrender of the remaining fugitives. We would therefore like to call on States, particularly those where fugitives are suspected to be at large, to intensify their cooperation with and assistance to the Mechanism, in accordance with the relevant Security Council resolutions. At the same time, we must constructively engage with the States concerned in order to find the best possible way forward. It is crucial to ensure that their international obligations can be fulfilled, but that at the same time their specific concerns can also be addressed.”
2019-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8681 (2019) · source
“We commend its continuing efforts to foster a stronger relationship with the Governments and peoples of Rwanda and the States of the former Yugoslavia, including victims' groups. In line with that, we encourage the Mechanism to continue its important activities to provide effective assistance to the national authorities of Rwanda and the States of the former Yugoslavia and take on its responsibility to monitor cases that have been referred to national courts. As States have the primary responsibility to end impunity and bring to justice those who are responsible for the most serious crimes under international law, it is important that the national judicial authorities are advised, assisted and supported. That leads to my last point, which is the cooperation of States.”
2019-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8681 (2019) · source
“We also commend the determination of the principals, judges and staff of the Mechanism to deliver meaningful justice and to fulfil all aspects of its mandate effectively and efficiently. Additionally, the innovative and efficient solutions that the Mechanism has adopted to streamline its working methods across its branches and foster high staff morale, thereby optimizing efficiency, deserve recognition. In that regard, since 2020 will be key to the success of the Mechanism and its ability to meaningfully downsize, as envisaged in resolution 1966 (2010), we must be able to render the Council assistance in securing adequate funding and the necessary political support to ensure that it is moving closer to the post-2020 scenario. My second point concerns the Mechanism's engagement with Rwanda and the States of the former Yugoslavia.”
2019-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8681 (2019) · source
“Let me begin by thanking Judge Carmel Agius and Prosecutor Serge Brammertz for their respective reports and interesting and insightful briefings on the ongoing work of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals. At this juncture, I want to reaffirm Indonesia's commitment to strengthening the rule of law and promoting justice by supporting the work of the Mechanism as an instrument of the Security Council for ending impunity and ensuring accountability. Today I will focus on three issues. My first point concerns the Mechanism's functional activities. We are encouraged by the Mechanism's priorities, and especially its focus on the timely completion of its judicial proceedings, while maintaining the highest international standards for due process and fair trials.”
2019-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8681 (2019) · source
“Indonesia adheres to the principle that neighbours know best. As natural first responders, regional and subregional organizations play a very important role in enabling the region to solve this crisis. We recognize the important work done by the African Union and other subregional organizations for the region. We would also like to underline the importance of a clear division of labour between UNOCA and other United Nations entities. To that end, we encourage stronger UNOCA support for strengthening the capacity of the Economic Community of Central African States. Regional challenges persist. It is our obligation, in accordance with our mandate as the Security Council, to continue providing support to countries of the region.”
2019-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8679 (2019) · source
“The Governments of the region must regain the trust of their peoples, especially after years of conflict and political distrust. They must also earn one another's trust. Good neighbours create good communities. The international community should work together with the Governments concerned to provide capacity in enabling trust. In short, trust is important and partnership is key. Peace and stability remain fragile. The region is plagued by threats from armed groups, the illicit exploitation of and trade in natural resources, and communicable diseases. The violence committed by the Lord's Resistance Army and Boko Haram has significantly affected the stability of the region. This must stop. Secondly, partnership between regional and subregional organizations, in collaboration with the United Nations, is needed.”
2019-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8679 (2019) · source
“We have heard on so many occasions that multilateral and bilateral efforts to support the region are being prepared and delivered. We need to collectively seize that momentum in order to assist countries of the region in their efforts to address various challenges to ensure a better future for the region. We also welcome the strategic review of the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa (UNOCA), which provides a clear picture on how it can effectively support regional efforts in Central Africa. Allow me to focus my comments on the following points. First, the root causes of conflict should be comprehensively addressed. We share the view of the Secretary-General that an inclusive, genuine and credible electoral process remains the key factor for the region.”
2019-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8679 (2019) · source
“At the outset, allow me to thank the briefers, Special Representative of the Secretary-General Fall and Mr. Lezhnev, for their comprehensive briefings and recommendations. We have noted from the report of the Secretary- General (S/2019/913) that the situation in Central Africa remains volatile and highly charged by political and security challenges. Nevertheless, we should not overlook the positive progress that has been made in the region since the beginning of the year, including the peaceful transfer of power in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in the Central African Republic. Undoubtedly, the region is currently under close observation by the international community.”
2019-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8679 (2019) · source
“We would also like to echo the Secretary-General, whose report (S/2019/865) encourages the Iraqi Government to build on those successful efforts and to take all steps necessary to promote further progress. Indonesia will continue to monitor progress on this file, particularly with regard to the missing Kuwaiti and third-country nationals or their remains. It is our responsibility to help their families receive closure. In conclusion, we once again thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Hennis- Plasschaert and her team at the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq for their diligent support to the efforts of the Iraqi people and the Government to achieve a stable and prosperous country.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“We also applaud the Government's effort to establish stronger relations with its neighbouring countries, as consolidated efforts are crucial to promoting security and stability in the region and strengthening economic relations. Thirdly, with regard to the repatriation and return of all Kuwaiti and third-country nationals or their remains, as well as the return of Kuwaiti property, we are very encouraged by the persistent efforts of the Governments of Iraq and of Kuwait and the International Committee of the Red Cross and the Tripartite Commission. Collectively, those efforts have yielded significant progress. We are pleased to learn, as the Special Representative of the Secretary-General said, that approximately 200,000 books belonging to the Government of Kuwait have been handed over by the Iraqi Ministry for Foreign Affairs.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“In that connection, we stress that elements such as combating corruption, strengthening the environment for investment, respecting the rule of law, reforming the security sector and creating an environment that enables women and young people to participate in nation-building are crucial to post-conflict recovery and reconciliation. Protecting the rights of minorities, regardless of their religion, ethnicity or cultural background, is equally important. We would also like to encourage the inclusion of more women in senior decision-making positions in Iraq, and in that regard we welcome Ms. Suha Ali Bek's appointment as Minister of Education, which is an important step towards responding to the calls of the international community.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“The path to democracy is never easy, but peaceful assembly, demonstrations and peaceful protest are central to it. We therefore call on all the parties to act with maximum restraint and resolve the people's demands through peaceful and inclusive dialogue. We support the people's right to peaceful assembly, in line with Iraq's Constitution, and call on the Government, particularly the security forces, to respect fundamental human rights. We further urge the Government to continue the measures it is taking to meet the public's demands and to investigate the violence that has caused deaths and injuries in the demonstrations. Secondly, with regard to post-conflict recovery and national reconciliation, we reiterate our firm support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iraq.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“At the outset, let me congratulate the United States on assuming the presidency of the Security Council for the month of December. Please be assured of my delegation's full support, Madam President. Allow me also to thank Ambassador Karen Pierce, Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom, and her team for their excellent work presiding over the Council in the month of November. I would also like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, Mr. Robert Mardini and Archbishop Bashar Matti Warda for their important briefings. Indonesia would like to underscore the following points. First, with regard to the recent political turmoil across Iraq, we fully support Iraq's journey towards democracy and prosperity for its people and are deeply concerned by the demonstrations that have turned violent.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“Thirdly, Indonesia continues to believe that the primary jurisdiction for holding accountable those responsible for the atrocities committed within Iraqi borders should lie with the Iraqi national authorities. We are therefore absolutely delighted to hear that the Investigative Team has been cooperating fully with the relevant authorities and supporting Iraq in strengthening its judicial system to bring perpetrators to justice. We hope that this cooperation will be maintained. Indonesia continues to support the work of the Investigative Team and wishes Mr. Khan and his team much courage and success in the challenging task entrusted to them.”
2019-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8675 (2019) · source
“Despite all the challenges on the ground, we are pleased that the Investigative Team has made significant progress on its evidence-collecting activities in Sinjar, Mosul and Tikrit. Secondly, we underline the importance of evidence- and witness-based investigations. Protecting and supporting the survivors and the communities affected should be at the centre of UNITAD's work. We are encouraged to learn from UNITAD's third report (S/2019/878) that through its investigative and witness-protection strategy, the Investigative Team has been able to ensure a victim-centred approach to its interviews with survivors and is engaging with the communities that have been affected.”
2019-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8675 (2019) · source
“At the outset, let me join others in expressing Indonesia's condolences to the Government and the people of France and to the families of the soldiers who lost their lives in Mali. We once again thank Mr. Karim Asad Ahmad Khan, Special Adviser and Head of the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da'esh/Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (UNITAD), for his briefing today. My appreciation also goes to Mr. Kachi for his briefing and, most importantly, for his support to UNITAD's work despite his difficult experiences on the ground. I would like to make three brief points. First, we are delighted to note that the Investigative Team is now fully operational, and especially to hear that progress has been made in the collection, preservation and storage of evidentiary material in Iraq.”
2019-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8675 (2019) · source
“My delegation wishes to stress the importance for all parties to avoid any provocative activities and/or statements that could potentially disrupt the ongoing process in Geneva.”
2019-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8674 (2019) · source
“Thirdly, in order to achieve a lasting political settlement of the crisis, it is absolutely essential that all sides support the initial pathway to peace in Syria, including by fully respecting the ceasefire agreements. Both the political process and a ceasefire should move ahead expeditiously, and de-escalation must be a top priority in the interest of the well-being of millions of people in Syria. Before concluding, as was clearly stated by Special Envoy Pedersen, the Constitutional Committee meeting was potentially a historic moment. It is our collective moral obligation to continue assisting all parties to transform that potential into something real, namely, the beginning of a better future for all Syrian people.”
2019-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8674 (2019) · source
“The international community should allow the members of the Committee concentrate on the substance and let the Syrians decide their own future. We hope that the members can further discuss their visions constructively during the next round of Committee discussions starting next Monday. Secondly, my delegation commends the role of the Special Envoy in bringing the parties together, which is not easy. We strongly support Special Envoy Pedersen's robust efforts to build trust and confidence between the relevant parties. Trust has to be nurtured carefully in order for it to lead to a genuine dialogue. We believe it is essential that the Council reaffirm its continued support for this process and strongly signal our full backing of the Special Envoy's work to all parties.”
2019-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8674 (2019) · source
“My delegation is extremely concerned by the escalating violence in the north-west, including the recent attack that affected an internally displaced persons (IDP) camp in Idlib, as previously reported by Special Envoy Pedersen. The people in the IDP camp, including women and children, are seeking safety; however, even their shelters are now destroyed. They have lost their homes and their shelters. We would therefore like to reiterate our appeal for a complete end to the violence in Syria. With regard to the overall political process in Syria, my delegation would like to highlight three points. First, it is crucial to create a conducive environment for the ongoing process ofthe Constitutional Committee. All parties need to support the Committee in focusing on its work, without unnecessary, additional pressure from external actors.”
2019-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8674 (2019) · source
“We wish to thank Special Envoy Geir Pedersen for his briefing. We also thank Ms. Al Hallak, from the Syrian Women's League, for sharing her experience and information with the Security Council. Indonesia welcomes the launching of the Constitutional Committee and the subsequent discussions among Committee members in Geneva few weeks ago. We share the view of others that the Constitutional Committee is not in itself a solution to the conflict. However, we also believe that the current discussions in Geneva are crucial as a point of entry to a broader Syrian-led and Syrian-owned political process, facilitated by the United Nations and based on resolution 2254 (2015).”
2019-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8674 (2019) · source
“As this is the penultimate briefing on Yemen this year, Indonesia calls on everyone to make a big push in the month ahead to boost hope for all Yemenis as the year comes to a close.”
2019-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8672 (2019) · source
“A nationwide ceasefire and an end to the conflict should be the ultimate objectives for all. Thirdly, further progress is required in implementing the Stockholm Agreement, in parallel with a resumption of the political process. That process should include the swapping of prisoner and dialogue on Taiz. We also expect further progress in Al-Hudaydah, the maintenance of the ceasefire and the demilitarization of the area around the ports. Al-Hudaydah is crucial, not only because it is key to humanitarian assistance, but also because it is a source of revenue for the Yemeni people. Implementation must not be derailed. Lastly, my delegation calls on Ansar Allah authorities to protect and grant unhindered access to all humanitarian workers operating on the ground as they carry out their work to deliver humanitarian assistance.”
2019-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8672 (2019) · source
“While the Agreement has not been fully implemented, it is evident that it has brought hope to Yemenis. There is no doubt that there would have been no improvement in the situation in Al-Hudaydah without the Agreement. Building on the gains of the Stockholm and Riyadh Agreements, the intra-Yemeni political process should be resumed, under United Nations facilitation, with the participation of all legitimate parties concerned, including women and youth. It is critical that Yemenis own the process and the outcome; accordingly, we support a Yemeni-led process facilitated by the United Nations. It is also crucial that whatever the result, it be well understood by the parties and properly implemented and that it trickle down to the situation on the ground. Regional key countries play a pivotal role in supporting the peace process.”
2019-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8672 (2019) · source