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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 commend all humanitarian actors on the ground who are working tirelessly to respond to the growing needs of the population in the area. Thirdly, my delegation wishes to once again urge all parties to redouble their efforts and focus more on dialogue in order to find a peaceful solution to the Syrian conflict. Everybody seems to agree that a comprehensive political solution in Syria is key, based on the Geneva process and resolution 2254 (2015). However, we must not forget that continued engagement and negotiation to enhance trust and confidence are also crucial to advance the Syrian political process. Many Council members have mentioned that this humanitarian emergency cannot be resolved if there is no political solution to the conflict, and we agree with that position entirely.”
2019-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8553 (2019) · source
“Secondly, we must address urgently the immediate life-saving needs of affected people in Idlib and the surrounding areas, particularly internally displaced persons. There are more than 300,000 newly displaced individuals, and we need to ensure that their immediate needs for food and water are being addressed. That also applies to the health sector. With the services of many health facilities suspended, it is crucial to provide basic health support, especially for displaced people who are living under trees and are prone to infectious illnesses. In that context, Indonesia calls on all parties to ensure safe, unhindered and unimpeded humanitarian access and assistance to the people in need across north-west Syria.”
2019-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8553 (2019) · source
“I am very sure that no one would disagree with me, because I genuinely believe that we all want to avoid those worrisome scenarios. This is really the time for us to turn to each other, not on each other. The people in north-west Syria need us more than ever. In that context, my delegation wishes to highlight three pertinent points. First, we appeal to all the relevant parties to end the violence and exercise maximum restraint. We appreciate Russia and Turkey's efforts to broker the ceasefire agreements. All parties need to respect those agreements, as well as uphold and fully implement the 2018 Russian and Turkish ceasefire agreements. A lasting ceasefire is of great importance.”
2019-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8553 (2019) · source
“While of course thanking our briefers, here we are again in the Chamber listening to yet more grim and alarming briefings by Under- Secretaries-General Lowcock and DiCarlo on the situation in north-west Syria. It is heartbreaking to learn that hundreds of innocent civilians have been the victims of the escalation, with more than 300,000 people displaced recently. Three million people in Idlib, including 1 million children, are trapped in the crossfire. And if the violence keeps escalating, what will happen to those people? Would the Council agree with me if I said that it would trigger additional waves of displacement? Would it agree with me ifI said it would further complicate humanitarian operations? And would Council members also agree with me that a further escalation of violence would cause more casualties?”
2019-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8553 (2019) · source
“What should be improved in terms of the current mandate to ensure that UNFICYP can support the achievement of a political solution and improve cooperation with the host country?”
2019-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8552 (2019) · source
“I would like to end my remarks by posing some question to both Force Commanders. I would like to ask them, from their observations, the following. What are the concrete impacts of the so-called Christmas-tree mandates on the relationship between the peacekeeping missions and the host countries? I would like to ask the Force Commander of UNAMID two additional questions. What are the challenges being faced to achieve a responsible drawdown and exit strategy? And what should the Security Council do to ensure that the formulation of the next mandate is clearly articulated and corresponds to the operational challenges? I would like to ask the Force Commander of UNFICYP the following question.”
2019-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8552 (2019) · source
“The fourth action is ensuring that missions have the right tools to manage host-State consent and cooperation. In that respect, possible guidelines are required to navigate the cooperation with host-State Governments. The guidelines can outline different consent scenarios facing peacekeepers, response options and criteria for identifying a serious deterioration of consent. Such tools will be important when needed to elevate issues to the Security Council before the situation becomes a crisis. Let me once again thank and pay tribute to the Force Commanders for their exemplary commitment. Indonesia, as one of the largest troop/police-contributors to peacekeeping operations, will always support their work and efforts, be it within UNAMID, UNFICYP or other peacekeeping missions around the globe.”
2019-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8552 (2019) · source
“The second action concerns the contribution of peacekeeping operations to the protection of civilians. Our contingents in UNAMID have experienced first-hand that quick-impact projects, community engagement, mediation and facilitation, with close cooperation with the host Government, are vital in improving protection-of-civilian mandates. The third action is better training and capacity- building for mission leaders to navigate issues related to host-State consent and cooperation. It takes a regular effort by mission leaders, with the assistance of Member States and regional organizations, to maintain the consent and cooperation of the host-State Government counterparts through all the changes. Managing host- State consent and cooperation is, I believe, the most important and difficult part ofa mission leader's job.”
2019-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8552 (2019) · source
“There are in fact concrete actions that we could take as part of the Action for Peacekeeping agenda and its Declaration of Shared Commitments to strengthen host-State consent and cooperation. The first action is strengthening consultation among peacekeeping stakeholders on mandates and their implementation. We need to collectively implement the existing intergovernmental commitments on triangular cooperation between troop- and police-contributing countries, the Security Council and the Secretariat. We also need to consider options for further direct engagement between host Governments and the Security Council. That should include cooperation in the pursuit of Security Council mandates, including facilitating access, and recognize national responsibilities related to the safety and security of peacekeepers.”
2019-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8552 (2019) · source
“At the outset, let me present Indonesia's views on the agenda item under consideration. After that, we will pose questions to both Force Commanders. I would like to thank Under- Secretary-General Lacroix and the Force Commanders for their comprehensive briefings, which focused on cooperation with host States and on the operational challenges to the current mission mandates in the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) and the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP). Let me also extend our condolences to the family of Major General Francis Vib Sanziri and to all peacekeepers around the globe. Consent is indeed one of the core principles of United Nations peacekeeping. Peacekeeping missions cannot deploy without the agreement and cooperation of the Government of the host State.”
2019-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8552 (2019) · source
“In providing that space, we will certainly strengthen and contribute to our collective work in Burundi, the objective of which is to prevent a relapse into conflict. Indonesia reiterates our full support for the work of the PBC and encourages partners and donors to continue their commitments to the Peacebuilding Fund. Peace is a luxury that is hard to obtain and even more difficult to maintain. Indonesia looks forward to working together with Burundi as partners and to sharing our own experience.”
2019-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8550 (2019) · source
“The role of the Peacebuilding Commission is indeed crucial in that regard, and we therefore welcome the PBC's recommendations, which Ambassador Lauber elaborated on and which include encouraging Burundi to identify the kinds of assistance it needs in preparing for the 2020 elections, fostering bilateral and multilateral partners in order to create conditions conducive to resuming suspended assistance, including the return of refugees, and promoting reconciliation and dialogue among all stakeholders in order to reduce tensions. In that regard, the PBC will definitely have a more important role to play in Burundi in the future. The Security Council should be able to support the PBC's role from a distance and help the work of peacebuilding in Burundi to take place.”
2019-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8550 (2019) · source
“We note with caution that according to the report of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, refugee returns to Burundi will peak in 2019 at more than 100,000 returnees, compared to 58,262 returnees in 2018. The month of May was the peak of the return last year. We learned that innovative cross-border projects supported by the Peacebuilding Fund have improved coexistence among returnees, refugees and host communities in targeted areas. Yet it is heartbreaking to hear that the Burundi regional refugee response plan is among the lowest funded appeals in the world. I urge countries to continue their support and deliver on their commitments to Burundi. Thirdly, we must ensure that there will be no relapses in Burundi even beyond 2020.”
2019-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8550 (2019) · source
“We welcome the efforts of the African Union and the East African Community (EAC), and note the final report on the EAC-led inter-Burundian dialogue process held at the Summit in Arusha earlier this year. In that regard, Indonesia acknowledges the efforts of the mediator, President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda, and the facilitator, former President Benjamin Mkapa of the United Republic of Tanzania, as well as the work of the Special Envoy, former President Michel Kafando, and the Burundi configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC). Secondly, Indonesia calls for increasing humanitarian assistance to Burundi.”
2019-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8550 (2019) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank all the briefers for their informative and comprehensive briefings telling us that the situation in Burundi remains relatively calm, which is a good sign. We also noted that reports for the past year have indicated relative peace. We hope that will continue. As we look forward to the 2020 elections, we welcome the initiative to assume national ownership and financial responsibility for them. We note that there is still work to be done, and urge the Government of Burundi to work with the United Nations mechanisms in the region. We concur with Mr. Chergui that the 2020 elections should be represent an impetus for unity in Burundi. On that basis, I will make three pertinent points today. First, regional and subregional organizations should be given adequate space to support Burundi.”
2019-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8550 (2019) · source
“Indonesia stands ready to support the Special Envoy's mandate and to contribute constructively in the process of achieving sustainable peace in Syria.”
2019-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8520 (2019) · source
“The situation in Idlib needs our special attention. The Council must continue calling on all parties to the Syrian conflict to abide by the ceasefire agreements and to prevent more civilian casualties. We must prevent a military escalation in Syria, which would disrupt any progress on the political front. Moreover, the issue of safe, voluntary and dignified refugee returns, including the post-conflict reconstruction and rehabilitation of Syria, require serious discussions if we want to bring about stability and genuine peace. I think that it is fair to say that after many years, there is now a glimmer of hope for realizing a comprehensive political solution to the conflict. Compromises are required and delays would bring only more suffering and lives lost.”
2019-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8520 (2019) · source
“My delegation supports the establishment of an inclusive and credible constitutional committee that meets the legitimate aspirations of the Syrian people on the basis of respect for Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity. In that regard, I would specifically like to commend the Special Envoy's tireless efforts in building the confidence of all parties in order to advance the process. The whole process of political settlement must be implemented by the Syrians and cannot be imposed from outside. There is no way to restore peace in Syria except through a political solution. Secondly, on the way forward, my delegation believes that the international community needs to invest further in maintaining the ceasefire and in creating a concrete road map to comprehensively resolve the Syrian conflict in a way that is acceptable to all.”
2019-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8520 (2019) · source
“First, on the constitutional committee, Indonesia is of the view that the ongoing dialogues are indeed promising. We share the view that establishing a constitutional committee would serve to open the way for a lasting political solution in Syria. However, all of us in the Chamber are also fully aware that that is not an easy task. Various actors are involved, with different views, interests and understandings. The international community needs to do its part by always ensuring its support towards advancing the political process in Syria and finding ways to create a middle ground among all the parties involved. Building trust is key. Distrust and suspicion are clearly not going to lead us anywhere.”
2019-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8520 (2019) · source
“I would like to begin by thanking Special Envoy Pedersen for his very comprehensive briefing. My delegation appreciates his efforts in engaging with all relevant parties and in facilitating a peaceful solution to the Syrian crisis. We note with appreciation the meeting between the Astana guarantors and Special Envoy Pedersen in Nur-Sultan last week. Indonesia has always supported all efforts aimed at advancing the political process, through negotiations and peaceful means, within the framework of the Geneva process and resolution 2254 (2015). Indonesia sincerely hopes that the dialogue among all relevant stakeholders will continue, with a view to contributing to a credible and sustainable solution to the Syrian conflict. My delegation wishes to highlight two pertinent points.”
2019-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8520 (2019) · source
“Only through genuine dialogue and diplomatic talks among the parties, with the support of the United Nations and the international community, will they be able to reach a sustainable solution to the crisis. For its part, Indonesia will fully support all constructive efforts aimed at resolving the conflict in Ukraine peacefully, in accordance with international law and the principles of the Charter of the United Nations.”
2019-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8516 (2019) · source
“We also stress the importance of dialogue and diplomacy between the parties concerned so that they can make progress in achieving peace, stability and development in Ukraine. Indonesia believes in the value of dialogue and the importance of settling disputes amicably. The situation in Ukraine has been on the Council's agenda since February 2014, and progress in the region has unfortunately been limited. While I realize that a bumpy road lies before us, I am still hopeful that the Council will take on its full responsibility for ensuring the maintenance of international peace and security and promoting a dialogue aimed at achieving a universally acceptable solution.”
2019-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8516 (2019) · source
“They must cease all hostilities, fully implement the Minsk agreements and stay committed to seeking a comprehensive, lasting solution to the Ukraine issue. We share the view that Under- Secretary-General DiCarlo expressed in her briefing, emphasizing that the Minsk agreements constitute the legal basis for achieving a political solution to end the conflict in the eastern Ukraine pursuant to the relevant Security Council resolutions, as well as presidential statement S/PRST/2018/l2. It is always important to reflect and to ask what we can do in order to better implement the agreement in good faith rather than wait for other parties to act. Thirdly, as we have said many times, any settlement ofthe crisis in Ukraine must be a political one and should be reached through inclusive and direct dialogue.”
2019-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8516 (2019) · source
“First, based on the briefings, there remains an urgent need for all parties to refrain from actions that could be perceived as provocative. In the current situation, it is essential that all the parties concerned exercise the greatest possible restraint in order to prevent it from escalating. We are also against any action that might exacerbate hostilities and cause an already fragile situation on the ground to deteriorate further. For those reasons, Indonesia calls on all the parties to exercise the utmost restraint, manage the crisis responsibly, promote a peaceful settlement and consistently uphold and respect international law. Secondly, Indonesia has consistently maintained that all the parties concerned must fully implement resolution 2202 (2015).”
2019-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8516 (2019) · source
“I wish to thank all of our briefers and welcome my colleague the Permanent Representative of Ukraine. On this occasion, I would like to congratulate the Government and the people of Ukraine on the successful holding of a peaceful and competitive presidential election, which reflects Ukraine's vibrant democracy. Turning to the topic at hand, Indonesia is worried about the developments in eastern Ukraine. It is very clear from the briefing we have just heard that there is not yet a positive development in eastern Ukraine. On many occasions Indonesia has stated its principled position on respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine. On this occasion I will withhold from repeating it. I would like to highlight three pertinent points.”
2019-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8516 (2019) · source
“Ultimately, our efforts should focus on strengthening national ownership, leadership and capacities for reaching a constructive solution to combating conflict-related sexual violence.”
2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source
“As one of the largest troop-contributing countries to peacekeeping operations, Indonesia believes that it is crucial to enhance training for United Nations peacekeepers on conflict-related sexual violence. We are glad to note that the Secretary-General also shared similar views in his statement. Therefore, eliminating sexual exploitation and abuse has been integrated into the predeployment curriculum at the Indonesian Peacekeeping Operations Training Centre. The year 2019 marks the seventieth anniversary of the Geneva Conventions. It is time to revitalize all parties' commitments to take all possible measures to implement international humanitarian law, including our commitments to end and prevent sexual violence in conflict.”
2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source
“Third is the importance of capacity-building to strengthen efforts in eliminating conflict-related sexual violence. In order to address the root causes of conflict, capacity-building should be aimed at building the capacity of law enforcement, strengthening national legislation and ensuring its effective implementation. In that regard, capacity-building programmes must be proportional and responsive in order to ensure that reparation and reconciliation processes are established for the victims of conflict-related sexual Violence and to support the fight against impunity based on political intimidation. Indonesia has been a champion of the women and peace and security agenda in the region.”
2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source
“Accountability for such crimes should be considered on a case-by-case basis, using a tailor-made approach in every conflict. For instance, the creation of a specialized police unit and court dedicated to sexual violence might be effective in one conflict situation but not effective at all in others. Therefore, Indonesia recognizes the importance of approaching such issues on a country-specific basis. We particularly commend the Secretary-General and his Special Representative on Sexual Violence in Conflict for their efforts to encourage the implementation of joint communiques to address conflict-related sexual violence between the United Nations and several national Governments. A tailor-made approach will help to ensure both accountability for past crimes and the prevention of future crimes.”
2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source
“That coalition will strengthen our collective efforts to increase women's contribution to fostering peace and security. In that context, I wish to focus on three points. First is the centrality of national authorities with the primary responsibility to eliminate conflict-related sexual violence and prioritize the needs of the survivors of those crimes, while permitting no discrimination. Treating such persons as survivors - rather than simply blaming the victims - will help national authorities to develop long-term and practical policies for addressing conflict-related sexual violence, taking into account sociocultural considerations. Second is the fact that there is no one-size-fits- all solution to end and prevent conflict-related sexual violence.”
2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source
“Their reluctancy to report prevents their cases from being reported, let alone addressed. On that note, Indonesia condemns the use of sexual violence as a tactic of war that can exacerbate conflict and impede the restoration of peace. It is very timely for the Security Council to send a strong message of our continued commitment to address that issue. Indonesia attaches great importance to efforts to end and prevent sexual violence in the context of the women and peace and security agenda. Indonesia hosted a regional training exercise on women and peace and security on 8 and 9 April. One of its outcomes was a recommendation to establish a global coalition of women networks for peace and tolerance, made up of female peacekeepers, negotiators and mediators.”
2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source
“Allow me at the outset to join others in offering my delegation's heartfelt condolences to the Government and the people of Sri Lanka, especially the victims, following the horrific terrorist attack that claimed more than 300 lives and wounded many others. Indonesia strongly condemns that attack. Let me also thank Germany for convening this very important open debate. I also thank the Secretary- General and all the briefers for their comprehensive and inspirational presentations. As reported by Secretary-General (S/2019/280), structural discrimination is at the heart of differential impact on the victims of conflict-related sexual violence. Most victims do not seek care owing to a range of challenges, including stigma, threats, fear of reprisal and community pressures.”
2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source
“Momentum in realizing that hope has been created. It is our conviction that we all must work together to preserve and capitalize on what has been achieved thus far in Darfur. For Indonesia, that would be our clear priority. No party should take advantage of the situation in the Sudan to let Darfur backslide into conflict. All stakeholders must exercise calm and maximum restraint and act in a way that supports the climate of peace in the country. I should like to conclude by commending the critical work of UNAMID in Darfur. Indonesia is proud to be part of UNAMID, represented presently by 472 peacekeepers. We reaffirm our support for our Sudanese brothers and sisters in taking ownership of their destiny and in their quest to find a peaceful solution in their country.”
2019-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8513 (2019) · source
“Indonesia is very concerned that the situation in the Sudan continues to be compounded by the impact of the worsening economy crisis and food insecurity. The release of $26.5 million from the Central Emergency Response Fund a few days ago to provide life-saving assistance to the Sudanese people could not be timelier. However, they still need much more. That brings me to my third point. My delegation continues to observe very carefully the recent situation in the Sudan. Indonesia reaffirms its principle of non-interference and respect for Sudanese sovereignty and territorial integrity. In that regard we welcome the role of the African Union as the regional mechanism, including its Peace and Security Council, concerning the situation in the Sudan. After years of conflict, Darfuris deserve peace, stability and prosperity.”
2019-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8513 (2019) · source
“Secondly, the sustained engagement of the international community based on mutual respect and national ownership is key to preventing a relapse into conflict. UNAMID will continue to play an instrumental role in protecting civilians as well as supporting capacity-building with respect to the rule of law and human rights. As we proceed with UNAMID's withdrawal, it is important to enable the Sudan to bear the primary responsibility for security in Darfur. Also critical to preventing a relapse into conflict is the promotion of socioeconomic development. That would require sustainable financing support for reconstruction and peacebuilding efforts. With 1.9 million people still displaced across the country and 1.2 million refugees from the region residing within its borders, humanitarian assistance becomes a daunting but essential task.”
2019-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8513 (2019) · source
“It is deeply troubling that clashes involving certain groups that repeatedly rejected the peace process increased during the reporting period, and Darfuri armed groups continue to maintain their destabilizing presence outside the Sudan. My delegation stands by its conviction that a military solution is not an option in Darfur. All parties should end hostilities and direct their energy to the negotiating table rather than the battlefront. The plight of the civilian population should be reason enough to revitalize the process. We therefore welcome the declaration of a nationwide ceasefire and the invitation extended to all armed groups to participate in the peace process and contribute to rebuilding the country.”
2019-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8513 (2019) · source
“My delegation cannot overstate the importance of their safe, voluntary and dignified return. We concur with the observations that those trends showcase the stabilizing impact of UNAMID. Indeed, continued improvement in the security situation has enabled a phased withdrawal of UNAMID and the implementation of the plan for its eventual exit in 2020, in line with resolution 2429 (2018). Against that backdrop, my delegation would like to make three important points. First, it is imperative to promote further progress in the Darfur peace process. We regret that no meaningful progress has been made over the past few months.”
2019-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8513 (2019) · source
“I would first like to join others in expressing our appreciation to Joint Special Representative Jeremiah Mamabolo and Assistant Secretary-General Ursula Mueller for their comprehensive briefings. We note recent incidents of violence in Darfur, including clashes in Kalma camp. Yet we have all said time and again that the overall security situation in Darfur remains relatively stable. My delegation draws reassurance from a significant decline in intercommunal conflicts, made possible by the active engagement of State and local authorities supported by the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID). The gradual return of internally displaced persons, as attested to in the report of the Secretary- General (S/20l9/305), is particularly encouraging.”
2019-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8513 (2019) · source
“A continuing and inclusive dialogue involving women will allow the various sides in Yemen to come together, and it is hoped that in this way the confidence-building measures under way will continue to develop. As Ramadan - the holy month for the Muslim sisterhood and brotherhood - will be starting soon, we hope that the Yemeni people will be able to feel a difference compared with Ramadan in previous years. The Yemeni people should start to feel the breeze of peace and keep their hopes high for a lasting peace and the reconstruction of their country. The international community stands with the Yemeni people, and we are intensifying our efforts to see progress in the agreement reached last year.”
2019-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8512 (2019) · source
“Indonesia also calls on all parties to abide by their obligation under international law to protect children from all forms of violence. The protection of civilians should also be a priority, as tens of thousands of people, mostly civilians, are reported to have been killed in the conflict since 2015. Thirdly, continuous efforts should be made to hold a second dialogue and to find a comprehensive and lasting solution to the conflict and crisis in Yemen. As the Security Council is in the business ofmaking peace, such negotiation and dialogue should be at the centre of our work; results should not be achieved through military pressure. Indonesia therefore fully supports the Special Envoy's efforts to ensure the holding of a second dialogue.”
2019-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8512 (2019) · source
“Indonesia is concerned about the information provided by Ms. Virginia Gamba, Special Representative of the Secretary-General, related to the use and unlawful recruitment of children in armed conflict. According to last year's report of the Secretary-General on children and armed conflict (S/2018/465), in relation to the Yemeni conflict the United Nations verified that there had been 842 cases of the recruitment and use of boys as young as 11 years old. Of those cases, 534 were attributed to the Houthis. We are also concerned over the recent attack that killed at least 14 people, including children, and injured others. In that connection, all parties must honour the rules of engagement and not target schools or medical facilities.”
2019-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8512 (2019) · source
“The Houthis must increase their efforts to redeploy troops from the ports of Al-Hudaydah and to the city of Al-Hudaydah and to allow the United Nations Mission to Support the Hudaydah Agreement to operate fully and monitor the implementation of the Agreement. Humanitarian corridors must be established without further delay to allow the delivery of humanitarian assistance. The exchange of prisoners must urgently take place, as it is approaching the holy month of Ramadan. They should have been united with their families during this month. Before the second dialogue planned by the Special Envoy starts, the discussion on the city of Taiz should begin and make progress and the joint committee should have been established. Secondly, parties must honour international humanitarian law and human rights law.”
2019-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8512 (2019) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank all the briefers for providing us with comprehensive and valuable information on the situation in Yemen. My delegation's very first statement on this issue in January (see S/PV.8441) was full ofhope, optimistic and projected that in the following three months, we would hear a better story for the people of Yemen. However, from what we heard from the briefers today, that seems not to be the case. The calls made in resolution 2451 (2018), which the Council adopted on 21 December 2018, have not been met. That said, and in response to the briefings, Indonesia would like to underscore three points. First, parties must honour their commitments and push for the implementation of the Stockholm Agreement, in particular the Al-Hudaydah agreement.”
2019-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8512 (2019) · source
“They also call for the withdrawal of Israeli armed forces from the territory of the Golan Heights and state that Israel's decision to impose its laws, jurisdiction and administration in the occupied Syrian Golan Heights is null and void and without international legal effect. We urge all parties to maintain their commitment to respecting international law and the United Nations Charter and to work together to create an environment that is conducive to the ongoing peace process in the region.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8495 (2019) · source
“Unilateral recognition by the United States would not only complicate the already complex situation in the region, but also jeopardize the credibility of the Council as well as multilateralism. Indonesia recognizes the Golan Heights, occupied by Israel in 1967, as an inalienable part ofthe territory of the Syrian Arab Republic. This position is in accordance with the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity as enshrined in the United Nations Charter as well as the relevant Security Council resolutions, including resolutions 242 (1967), 338 (1973) and 497 (1981), which underline that the acquisition of territory by force is prohibited under the United Nations Charter and international law.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8495 (2019) · source
“Secondly, we would like to underline the importance of the safety and security of UNDOF peacekeepers as well as that of other United Nations personnel on the ground. We support the mission's priority regarding the return of UNDOF to full operationality on the Bravo side. We deem it important to allocate immediately the resources necessary to support the mission's full operationality on the Bravo side. Thirdly, I wish to reiterate Indonesia's position in strongly rejecting the recognition by the United States of the Golan Heights as part of Israel, as clearly stated by the Indonesian Vice-Minister yesterday. This action could be provocative and disrupt the ongoing efforts to create peace and stability in the region, and also undermine the long-standing ceasefire between both parties.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8495 (2019) · source
“Let me begin by thanking Under-Secretaries-General DiCarlo and Lacroix for their briefings. Allow me to make three important points. First, we take note of the Secretary-General's latest report on the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) (S/20l9/248) and share his grave concern at the escalation of tensions between the parties to the Disengagement of Forces Agreement. In that regard, we urge all parties to abide by the terms of the 1974 Disengagement of Forces Agreement and maintain the ceasefire. The ongoing tensions in the area of separation could potentially pose a threat to civilians and United Nations personnel on the ground. Full cooperation with UNDOF is critical to preventing any escalation.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8495 (2019) · source
“Indonesia would also like to emphasize the need to maintain and respect the ceasefire agreement in Idlib in order to prevent another humanitarian tragedy. My delegation takes note of the pledges made during the third Brussels Conference on Supporting the Future of Syria and the Region and underlines the importance of ensuring the proper distribution of the funding to those in need. In conclusion, Indonesia shares the Secretary- General's view, expressed in his statement of 15 March, that it is indeed a moral obligation for the international community to support Syrians in uniting around a vision for their future. It is also the Council's obligation to support all Syrians in deciding their own future - a future that is stable and peaceful.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8493 (2019) · source
“In the four months since December 2018, there have been approximately 60,000 arrivals in Al-Hol, and the camp has exceeded its capacity. We hope to see the establishment of 4,000 additional shelters and other responses related to food security, water and sanitation, as well as health services. On Rukban, we are encouraged by the second humanitarian assistance convoy delivered in February and look forward to the next delivery to thousands of refugees in Rukban. With regard to potential Rukban evacuees, and based on the results of the survey of intentions, Indonesia wishes to underline that it is important to accommodate a safe and voluntary return for refugees and displaced persons. All parties should work together in rebuilding Syria through a steady reconstruction process.”
2019-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8493 (2019) · source
“Indonesia is of the view that the establishment of a credible, balanced and inclusive constitutional committee is an important phase of the process, but my delegation also believes that a measured and careful process is necessary to lay a firm groundwork. We support the Special Envoy's work in facilitating the finalization of the rules of procedure and the composition of the committee. Again, that is not an easy task, but it is doable. Thirdly, Indonesia is deeply concerned about the humanitarian situation in Syria and stresses the urgent need to promptly address and alleviate the suffering of millions ofpeople in need. More than 70,000 displaced people reside in Al-Hol camp, of whom 90 per cent are women and children. The majority of the people suffer from malnutrition, with no adequate medical assistance.”
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