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Takei

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14
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2017-05-25
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2023-07-18
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  1. “Moreover, we can make the United Nations work more efficiently and effectively through AI-based early-warning systems for conflicts, sanctions-implementation monitoring and counter-measures against disinformation on peace operations. Let me conclude by expressing our willingness to actively participate in the discussions on AI at the United Nations and beyond.”

    2023-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9381 (2023) · source

  2. “Last month, Japan led discussions at the United Nations on the misuse of AI by terrorists by hosting a side event with the Office of Counter-Terrorism and the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute. Japan is also proud to have launched the Group of Seven Hiroshima AI Process this year and to contribute to the global discussion on generative AI. The Security Council and the United Nations can update their existing toolkits through the use of AI. First, we should consider how the active use of AI can enhance the efficiency and transparency of the Council in its decision-making and working methods. We welcome the efforts of the Secretariat to utilize AI for mediation and peacebuilding activities.”

    2023-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9381 (2023) · source

  3. “First, as to human-centric AI, the development of AI should be consistent with our democratic values and fundamental human rights. AI should not be a tool for rulers; it should be placed under the rule of law. The military use of AI is a case in point. It should be responsible, transparent and based on international law. Accordingly, Japan will continue to contribute to the international rule-making process on lethal autonomous weapons systems in the context of the Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons. Secondly, as to trustworthy AI, AI can be more trustworthy with a wide range of stakeholders being included in the rule-making process. I believe that this is where the convening power of the United Nations can make a difference and bring together wisdom from around the world.”

    2023-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9381 (2023) · source

  4. “I commend the United Kingdom’s initiative to take up artificial intelligence (AI) in the Security Council. This will be a good beginning for future global discussions. I also thank the Secretary-General and the other briefers. AI is changing the world. AI has transformed human life. Its speed, potential and risks go beyond our imaginations and national borders. We are being tested at this historical juncture: can we have the self- discipline to control it? My political belief is “instead of worrying, deal with it”. I believe that the key to taking on the challenge is two-fold: AI must be human-centric and trustworthy. Human beings can and should control AI to enhance human potential, not the other way around. Let me make two points.”

    2023-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9381 (2023) · source

  5. “Russia is trying to threaten the world with irresponsible nuclear rhetoric, the deployment of nuclear weapons in Belarus and the seizure and militarization of the Zaporizhzhya nuclear power plant. Japan cannot accept Russia’s nuclear threats, let alone its use of nuclear weapons under any circumstances. We have to admit that the credibility of the Council is eroding. The Security Council should be reformed to restore the trust of the international community and represent the world of today, not the world of 80 years ago.”

    2023-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9380 (2023) · source

  6. “We should not tolerate the clear violation of the Charter of the United Nations. The same applies anywhere in the world. If a permanent member of the Security Council unilaterally attempts to change the status quo of the territories of its neighbours by force or coercion, it should be held accountable and face consequences commensurate with its privileges. Russia abuses the veto power. The veto is not for impunity. It should embody the heavier responsibilities of the permanent members. In that regard, Japan welcomes the commitment of France, the United Kingdom and the United States to voluntarily refrain from the use of the veto. I hope that the remaining permanent members will join them.”

    2023-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9380 (2023) · source

  7. “I thank you, Mr. President, for calling this important meeting. I also thank Under- Secretary-General DiCarlo for her briefing and welcome the participation of Foreign Minister Kuleba of Ukraine in this meeting. I condemn Russia for taking the rest of the world hostage. It is deeply regrettable that Russia chose to terminate the Black Sea Grain Initiative and blames others for the crisis it has created by its aggression. Japan condemns Russia’s aggression against Ukraine in the strongest possible terms. Russia must immediately and unconditionally withdraw its forces from Ukraine and respect Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders. Japan will stand with Ukraine as it defends itself for a just and lasting peace.”

    2023-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9380 (2023) · source

  8. “We will continue to work closely with other Member States, the United Nations system and civil-society and international humanitarian organizations to make a substantial contribution in this area.”

    2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source

  9. “While underlining the Security Council's active role in fact-finding and ensuring accountability, Japan emphasizes the important role of the International Humanitarian Fact-Finding Commission, with a view to ensuring respect for and compliance with international humanitarian law. Japan will continue to contribute to the Commission both financially and by nominating the most qualified and independent members it can. Among the various issues related to the protection of civilians in armed conflict, the protection of health care in armed conflict should be a priority for the international community. As a member of the Security Council, Japan strongly condemns all attacks against medical facilities and personnel and is fully committed to realizing the principles of resolution 2286 (2016).”

    2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source

  10. “At the Group of Seven (G-7) Foreign Ministers Meeting held in Hiroshima last year, the Japanese Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr. Fumio Kishida, stressed the importance ofthe G-7 countries utilizing their respective strengths and proceeding with initiatives related to terrorism and the refugee crisis in a manner that is mutually complementary and generates synergistic effects. Furthermore, starting tomorrow, the issue of refugees and displaced persons will be discussed at the G-7 summit in Taormina, Italy. Japan will continue to work proactively on this issue. One of the main factors behind the failure to prevent recurrences of attacks against medical personnel and facilities is the lack of accountability.”

    2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source

  11. “As the Secretary-General's report indicates, conflict prevention is the best way to avoid attacks and threats against civilians and medical personnel. Japan, which gives great importance to the concept of human security and which aims to contribute to sustaining peace, has been making various efforts in the field of peacebuilding to prevent the outbreak and recurrence of conflict, including by contributing $48.5 million to the United Nations Peacebuilding Fund and leading the discussion on institution-building at the Peacebuilding Commission. I would now like to briefly touch upon the issue of forced displacement, refugees and internal displaced persons, which is also an important element in the context of the protection of civilians in armed conflict.”

    2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source

  12. “Against this backdrop, I would like to express my appreciation for Secretary-General Guterres' dedicated efforts in producing his informative report (S/2017/4l4). Allow me to comment on his vision for the protection of civilians and health care in armed conflict. Japan fully supports the Secretary-General's vision for enhancing respect for international law and believes that raising awareness, as provided for under Recommendation 7 of the former Secretary-General's recommendations (S/2016/722, annex), should be the first step. In this regard, Japan has recently revitalized its National Committee on International Humanitarian Law. In addition, Japan has also participated actively in the multilateral discussions of the intergovernmental process on strengthening the respect for international humanitarian law, held in Geneva.”

    2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source

  13. “In order to push for the realization of the principles of the resolution, Japan has urged all parties to conflict to take seriously the former Secretary-General's recommendations under that resolution. However, despite the unanimous adoption of that landmark resolution last year and despite our hopes, attacks on medical personnel and facilities have continued in many parts of the world, especially in Syria and Yemen. Japan associates itself with the statements to be delivered later by the representative of Spain, on behalf of the co-penholders of resolution 2286 (2016), and by the representative of Switzerland, on behalf of the Group of Friends of the Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict.”

    2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source

  14. “At the outset, I should like to congratulate you, Foreign Minister Nin Novoa, on your presentation and to thank you for holding this open debate. It is also my pleasure to see Secretary-General Antonio Guterres again after the London Somalia Conference two weeks ago. I would also like to thank Ms. Christine Beerli, Vice-President ofthe International Committee of the Red Cross, and Mr. Bruno Stagno Ugarte, Deputy Executive Director of Human Rights Watch, for their insightful briefings. The protection of civilians in armed conflict, including health care in armed conflict, is an imperative that requires the united efforts and courage of the international community. Japan is honoured to have assumed an important role, together with the other co-penholders, in drafting Security Council resolution 2286 (2016).”

    2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source