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Tarek Ladeb

lines on the record: 310
first: 2020-04-28
most recent: 2021-06-29
sittings or episodes: 48
sources: un-security-council

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“While renewing our appreciation for the sustained contributions of the United Nations through UNSOM, the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) and the United Nations Mine Action Service, and of other international partners to bring peace, security and stability to Somalia, we, as the A3+1, would like to focus more specifically on the role that AMISOM and the Somali security forces are playing.”
2021-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/173 (2021) · source
“In that regard, the A3+1 encourages the Federal Government of Somalia to expedite the finalization of the revised Somalia transition plan as an inclusive Somali-owned and Somali- led process between the Federal Government of Somalia and the federal member states. We look forward to the plan being considered and endorsed by the African Union Peace and Security Council as the basis for the AU’s continued commitment and contribution to the peace and security of Somalia, with the support of international partners.”
2021-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/173 (2021) · source
“In particular, given the hybrid terrorist threat posed by Al-Shabaab, increased resources should be devoted to developing and enhancing capabilities such as efforts to counter improvised explosive devices as well as counter-terrorism intelligence and operations. The A3+1 furthermore believes that Al-Shabaab cannot be defeated by military means alone. Greater efforts should be made to diminish Al-Shabaab’s access to financing, tackle its ability to recruit and radicalize and counter its extremist propaganda. The promotion of the rule of law, justice and human rights, State-building, governance, economic development, institutional capacity-building and the extension of State authority through inclusive politics and reconciliation are also necessary for the eventual permanent defeat of Al-Shabaab.”
2021-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/173 (2021) · source
“We also profoundly regret the loss of civilian lives and pay tribute to the ultimate sacrifice made by AMISOM and Somali security forces personnel in the fight against terrorism. The A3+1 shares the view that Al-Shabaab remains the most immediate threat to the stability and security of Somalia, having evolved over the years from a primarily military threat to the survival of the Somali State to a terrorist, hybrid and asymmetrical threat. We also agree that, despite the progress achieved so far, Somalia still needs international support to fight against Al-Shabaab and help build State capacity until it is able to take full responsibility for its own security.”
2021-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/173 (2021) · source
“We welcome in this respect the endorsement by the Federal Government of the Somali Women’s Charter, which set a 50 per cent representation target for women. We also welcome the formation by the Federal Government of Somalia of a technical committee to prepare a road map for one-person, one-vote universal elections in 2024 and 2025 and encourage thorough consultations with the federal member states and other stakeholders for its rapid adoption. The A3+1 remains deeply concerned about the volatile security situation in Somalia. We strongly condemn the latest terrorist attacks perpetrated by Al-Shabaab and express our sincere condolences to the families of the victims and to the people and the Government of Somalia.”
2021-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/173 (2021) · source
“In that regard, we call upon all the relevant Somali stakeholders to refrain from undertaking any unilateral or non-consensual measures that might further complicate the situation. At the same time, we call for the renewed commitment of Somalia’s partners to providing timely and adequate support to the Government of Somalia in order to ensure that the electoral process is conducted in a successful and peaceful manner. We also hope that the agreement reached between the leadership of the Federal Government of Somalia and the federal member states on the 30 per cent quota for women will be upheld and that it will pave the way to the greater representation and participation by women in future.”
2021-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/173 (2021) · source
“We encourage the Federal Government of Somalia and the federal member states to continue with their ongoing dialogue, guided by the spirit of consensus and readiness for compromise, with a view to reaching an agreement on the remaining outstanding issues. In that regard, we welcome the formation of a technical team at the ministerial level between the Federal Government and the federal member states for that purpose, which convened its first meeting on 15 February. We underline the vital importance of holding free, fair, timely, transparent and credible elections in Somalia so as to realize its legitimate aspirations to security, stability, democracy, good governance and development.”
2021-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/173 (2021) · source
“The A3+1 regrets that the electoral agreement reached by the Federal Government of Somalia and the federal member states on 17 September 2020, which was subsequently adopted by both houses of Parliament, has yet to be fully implemented. As a result, the parliamentary elections that were expected to take place by the end of 2020 as well as the election of the Speakers of the two houses of Parliament and the President, which were to be held by 8 February 202, have yet to take place, leading to heightened tensions and political uncertainties. We deeply regret the violent incidents and the reported casualties last Friday in Mogadishu. While reaffirming the right to peaceful demonstration, we call on all parties to exercise maximum restraint and avoid any escalation.”
2021-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/173 (2021) · source
“We also would like to recognize the participation of His Excellency Mr. Mohamed Abdirizak Mohamud, Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Federal Republic of Somalia, at this meeting. Our statement will focus on the political developments and the preparations for the elections, the security situation, with particular attention to the role of AMISOM, and the humanitarian situation in Somalia. The A3+1 reaffirms its full support for a safe, peaceful and orderly transition in Somalia based on the constitutional order, the rule of law and human rights, and an unwavering commitment to the sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity of Somalia.”
2021-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/173 (2021) · source
“I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of Kenya, the Niger and Tunisia, the three African States members of the Security Council, as well as Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (A3+1). At the outset, we would like to convey our thanks to the Secretary-General and to the Chairperson of the African Union Commission for their respective reports on the situation in Somalia. We also thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM), Mr. James Swan, the Special Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission for Somalia and Head of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), Mr. Francisco Madeira and the Managing Director for Africa at the European External Action Service, Ms. Rita Laranjinha, for their briefings.”
2021-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/173 (2021) · source
“Tunisia reaffirms that all allegations of the use of toxic chemical substances as weapons in Syria, including by terrorist groups, must be investigated in a thorough, impartial, independent and transparent manner. Tunisia once again condemns in the strongest terms the use of chemical substances as weapons anywhere, under any circumstances, by anyone and for any reason. The perpetrators of such abhorrent crimes must be held accountable. In conclusion, we reaffirm that the international community and, in particular, the Security Council have a duty to take collective, concerted and unified action on the Syrian chemical question. We believe that upholding that responsibility is the best way to resolve this matter and thereby to contribute to resolving the Syrian crisis.”
2021-02-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/109 (2021) · source
“We appreciate the commitment to continued cooperation between the Technical Secretariat and the Syrian Government despite the challenges facing them, as evidenced by the efforts to schedule the twenty-fourth round of technical consultations between the Declaration Assessment Team and the Syrian authorities later this month in Syria. We urge the Government of Syria to continue to engage in dialogue and to cooperate with the OPCW Technical Secretariat in a spirit of constructive engagement, in order to ensure that pending issues are resolved quickly and that the Government fulfils its obligations under the Chemical Weapons Convention.”
2021-02-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/109 (2021) · source
“The aim is to rid the world of chemical weapons and end the threats that weapons of mass destruction pose to humankind, thereby helping to maintain international peace and security. We must also work to protect the authority and mandate of OPCW, which was established to monitor the implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention by States parties and to verify compliance with its provisions, as well as to provide a platform for consultation and cooperation among States parties. We have been briefed on the latest developments in the Syrian chemical dossier during the reporting period. We note that the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic continues to pose challenges for the OPCW and its Technical Secretariat and to hinder their ability to carry out the Organization’s mandate in the Syrian Arab Republic.”
2021-02-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/109 (2021) · source
“I congratulate you on the assumption by the United Kingdom of the Council presidency this month and wish you and your team every success. I also thank the High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, Mrs. Nakamitsu, for her briefing. At the outset, Tunisia reiterates that it is firmly committed to the regime for the prohibition and non-proliferation of chemical weapons, which consists of the Chemical Weapons Convention and its implementing body, the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). The international community needs to work collectively to preserve the authority, stability and sustainability of this regime, which is based on cooperation, multilateralism and consensus.”
2021-02-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/109 (2021) · source
“The Officer-in-Charge of the Security Council Affairs Division has received letters from all 15 members of the Security Council indicating their national position on the draft resolution contained in document S/2021/86. The result of the vote is as follows: In favour: China, Estonia, France, India, Ireland, Kenya, Mexico, Niger, Norway, Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Tunisia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America, Viet Nam. Against: None. Abstaining: None. The draft resolution received 15 votes in favour. The resolution has been adopted as resolution 2561 (2021) of 29 January 2021. The resolution, which set out in the annex to the present letter,* will be issued as a document of the Security Council without delay.”
2021-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/96 (2021) · source
“I have the honour to inform you that the Security Council has concluded the voting procedure on the draft resolution contained in document S/2021/86, which was submitted by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland in connection with the agenda item entitled “The situation in Cyprus”. The voting was carried out in accordance with the procedure set out in the letter by the President of the Security Council addressed to Permanent Representatives of the members of the Security Council dated 27 March 2020 (S/2020/253), which was agreed upon in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic.”
2021-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/96 (2021) · source
“I also intend to convene a video-teleconference of the Security Council to announce the outcome of the vote shortly after the conclusion of the voting period, on the afternoon of Friday, 29 January 2021.”
2021-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/99 (2021) · source
“The non-extendable 24-hour voting period for this draft resolution will begin at 11 a.m. on Thursday, 28 January 2021. The non- extendable 24-hour voting period will expire at 11 a.m. on Friday, 29 January 2021. Please submit your vote (in favour, against, or abstain) on the draft resolution, as well as your possible explanation of vote, by sending a letter signed by the Permanent Representative or Chargé d’affaires a.i. within the non-extendable 24- hour voting period set out above to the Officer-in-charge of the Security Council Affairs Division (SCAD/DPPA) in the United Nations Secretariat (sutterlin@un.org). It is my intention to circulate a letter listing the outcome of the vote within three hours of the conclusion of the 24-hour voting period.”
2021-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/99 (2021) · source
“In accordance with the procedure agreed upon by the members of the Security Council in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic, as set out in the letter dated 27 March 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to all members of the Council (S/2020/253), I would like to draw your attention to the following. The members of the Council have discussed a draft resolution, submitted by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, in connection with the agenda item “The situation in Cyprus”. That draft resolution, contained in document S/2021/86 and enclosed herein, has been put into blue. In my capacity as President of the Security Council, I hereby put the above- mentioned draft resolution to a vote.”
2021-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/99 (2021) · source
“In accordance with the procedure set out in the letter dated 7 May 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to the Permanent Representatives of the members of the Security Council (S/2020/372), which was agreed in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic, these briefings and statements will be issued as an official document of the Security Council.”
2021-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/91 (2021) · source
“In accordance with the understanding reached among Council members for this video-teleconference, the following delegations and entities submitted written statements, copies of which are also enclosed: Argentina, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Brazil, the Committee on the Exercise of the Inalienable Rights of the Palestinian People, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, Egypt, the European Union, Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Iran, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Morocco, Namibia, Peru, Qatar, the Republic of Korea, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, the Syrian Arab Republic, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates.”
2021-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/91 (2021) · source
“Mohamed Ali Nafti, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of Tunisia, and by the representatives of China, France, India, Kenya, the Niger, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States of America and Viet Nam in connection with the video-teleconference on “The situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question” convened on Tuesday, 26 January 2021. Statements were also delivered by His Excellency Mr. Riad Al-Malki, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Observer State of Palestine, and the representative of Israel.”
2021-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/91 (2021) · source
“I have the honour to enclose herewith a copy of the briefings provided by Mr. Tor Wennesland, Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process and Personal Representative of the Secretary-General, and His Excellency Mr. Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, as well as the statements delivered by Their Excellencies Mr. Ralph Gonsalves, Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Mr. Simon Coveney, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Defence of Ireland; Mr. Marcelo Ebrard Casaubón, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Mexico; Ms. Ine Eriksen Søreide, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Norway; Mr. Sergey Lavrov, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation; Mr. Rein Tammsaar, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of Estonia; Mr.”
2021-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/91 (2021) · source
“Moreover, a ceasefire and the cessation of hostilities are prerequisites for conducting vaccination campaigns in such areas. In conclusion, I reiterate that it is necessary to strengthen international and United Nations efforts to address this pandemic, and that the Security Council has a pivotal role to play in dealing with its implications for international peace and security. I also stress the importance of following up on the implementation of resolution 2532 (2020) and developing the mechanisms for its implementation, in line with developments in the epidemiological situation and its effects on international peace and security and on United Nations efforts to resolve conflicts.”
2021-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/90 (2021) · source
“We believe that this issue is also linked to international peace and security, since the failure to provide equitable access to vaccines would deepen feelings of injustice, fuel tensions and affect international efforts to address the pandemic. It also runs counter to the principles of human solidarity and to the concepts of collective security and shared destiny. Abiding by those principles and concepts is essential if the world is to succeed in rising to this unprecedented challenge, as no one can be secure until everyone is secure. On the other hand, my country stresses that it is necessary to vaccinate personnel serving in United Nations missions in conflict zones and in areas where tensions persist, so that those missions can continue to carry out their vital tasks and fulfil their mandates.”
2021-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/90 (2021) · source
“We reiterate that the COVID-19 pandemic will be a major factor in exacerbating the fragility that will fuel tensions and violence and prolong conflicts around the world, given that the immediate, direct repercussions of the pandemic on the global health situation and on international peace and security will continue to be felt for several years, if not for decades. In the midst of this difficult situation, producing a COVID-19 vaccine is an important step towards reducing the spread of the disease and containing its effects. However, such an achievement hinges on international cooperation and solidarity in order to ensure equitable access to vaccines for all, especially for people in countries with limited capabilities or those dealing with conflicts or their aftermath.”
2021-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/90 (2021) · source
“We highly value the continued work of United Nations missions to establish and build peace, their valuable efforts and the great sacrifices they make to achieve peace, restore security and stability in conflict zones and assist local authorities with their efforts to address the pandemic, despite the difficulties involved. In that context, we reaffirm that the establishment of a com-prehensive global ceasefire, in implementation of resolution 2532 (2020) and in response to the Secretary-General’s call, is a matter of urgent priority. Such a ceasefire would make it possible for international efforts to be focused on confronting the pandemic and containing its effects, particularly in conflict zones.”
2021-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/90 (2021) · source
“It also highlights the urgent need to continue redoubling and intensifying efforts to implement resolution 2532 (2020), which was adopted unanimously following a Tunisian-French initiative. That resolution constitutes a milestone in the Council’s work and the effort to establish a shared international understanding of the nature of the unprecedented challenge facing our world today, a challenge that portends increasingly complex situations, particularly in conflict zones, additional tensions and conflicts in the world and new crises that imperil peace, security and stability and the destructive effects of which will affect all our countries and peoples, without exception. We commend the valuable efforts of United Nations agencies, funds and programmes, chief among them the World Health Organization, to help countries combat the pandemic.”
2021-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/90 (2021) · source
“The pandemic continues to spread across the globe, leaving in its wake more than 2 million deaths and 100 million infections. In addition, the world economy has sustained heavy losses in all sectors and countries, and the social repercussions of those losses — a dramatic rise in unemployment, widespread poverty and a decline in growth indicators — have been severe. The effects of the pandemic have been harsher and felt more profoundly in conflict zones and refugee camps, exacerbating the situation in those areas and disrupting the work of United Nations missions to establish and build peace, as well as humanitarian relief efforts. Today millions, especially children, are at risk of famine as a result. Our meeting today highlights our shared conviction that the repercussions of the pandemic on international peace and security are dire.”
2021-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/90 (2021) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank Under-Secretaries-General Rosemary DiCarlo, Jean-Pierre Lacroix, Atul Khare and Mark Lowcock for their valuable briefings. Since the pandemic began, Tunisia has been warning of its direct effects on international peace and security, and my country’s President has called on the Security Council to shoulder its responsibilities in addressing the consequences of the pandemic. Tunisia has stressed the need for a joint and coordinated response under United Nations auspices, based on a broader concept of collective security and on greater cooperation and international solidarity. Today, nearly a year after the onset of the epidemic, and despite the efforts made and actions taken, the world is still reeling from the impact of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic at various levels.”
2021-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/90 (2021) · source
“In accordance with the procedure set out in the letter dated 7 May 2020by the President of the Security Council addressed to Permanent Representatives of Security Council members (S/2020/372), which was agreed in light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic, these briefing and statements will be issued as an official document of the Security Council.”
2021-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/90 (2021) · source
“Mark Lowcock, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, as well as the statements delivered by the representatives of China, Estonia, France, India, Ireland, Kenya, Mexico, the Niger, Norway, the Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Tunisia, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States of America and Viet Nam in connection with the video-teleconference on “Maintenance of international peace and security: Follow-up on the implementation of resolution 2532 (2020)”, convened on Monday, 25 January 2021.”
2021-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/90 (2021) · source
“I have the honour to enclose herewith a copy of the briefings provided by Ms. Rosemary DiCarlo, Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs; Mr. Jean-Pierre Lacroix, Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations; Mr. Atul Khare, Under-Secretary-General for Operational Support; and Mr.”
2021-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/90 (2021) · source
“A statement was also delivered by Her Excellency Ms. Claudia Blum de Barberi, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Colombia. In accordance with the procedure set out in the letter dated 7 May 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to the Permanent Representatives of the members of the Security Council (S/2020/372), which was agreed in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic, this briefing and statements will be issued as a document of the Security Council.”
2021-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/77 (2021) · source
“I have the honour to enclose herewith a copy of the briefing provided by Mr. Carlos Ruiz Massieu, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia, as well as the statements delivered by the representatives of China, Estonia, France, India, Ireland, Mexico, Norway, the Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (on behalf of the A3+1 — Kenya, the Niger and Tunisia, as well as Saint Vincent and the Grenadines), the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States of America and Viet Nam in connection with the video-teleconference on “Identical letters dated 19 January 2016 from the Permanent Representative of Colombia to the United Nations addressed to the Secretary-General and the President of the Security Council (S/2016/53)”, convened on Thursday, 21 January 2021.”
2021-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/77 (2021) · source
“We also reaffirm our support for the leading role played by MINUSCA in promoting peace and security primarily through the implementation of the Political Agreement and commend the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of MINUSCA for his unwavering commitment and tireless efforts in extending his good offices and support for the reconciliation process in the Central African Republic, as well as in all his actions geared towards the re-establishment of a peaceful and stable dynamic in the region.”
2021-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/76 (2021) · source
“In this regard, we underscore the importance of standing with the Central African Republic and its people by providing the necessary political and financial support to help the country get out of the spiral of violence and ensure that there is no reversal of the progress made. In conclusion, the A3+1 commends the efforts undertaken by the African Union and the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS), in their capacity as guarantors of the Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation, in the search for a solution to the crisis in the Central African Republic. We also welcome the recent appointment by ECCAS of a mediator for the crisis. It is our hope that these regional and subregional efforts will help to advance the peace process in the country.”
2021-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/76 (2021) · source
“Free and fair elections are undoubtedly an important step towards peace and democracy, but they do not single-handedly hold the key to security and stability in the Central African Republic. The road to sustainable peace and security remains long; it requires initiating a genuine and deep reconciliation process to rebuild trust among communities, establish strong State institutions capable of exercising control over its territories and provide services to the country’s people. It also requires addressing the root causes of violence and instability. Moreover, it needs a strong commitment from the international community to assisting the Central African Republic in these significant endeavours.”
2021-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/76 (2021) · source
“While reaffirming our continued solidarity and full support for the people of the Central African Republic in their efforts and legitimate aspirations to achieve lasting peace, stability and development, we reiterate our strong belief that achieving these objectives is possible only through relaunching the peace process. There is no alternative. In this regard, we remind all stakeholders of their commitments under the 2019 Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation and urge the signatory parties to fully honour their pledges, in particular with regard to the cessation of hostilities. We call on the Government of the Central African Republic and all political actors to favour an inclusive, open, constructive and credible political dialogue to promote national stability.”
2021-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/76 (2021) · source
“The A3+1 is firmly convinced that the holding of these elections, the first to take place since the signing of the 2019 Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in the Central African Republic, is an important step towards a democratic transition and the stabilization process in the country. In this regard, we reiterate our strong conviction that elections remain the only legitimate means of attaining power, and we take this occasion to salute the citizens of the Central African Republic who demonstrated a real determination to exercise their right to vote, despite the many obstacles.”
2021-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/76 (2021) · source
“While commending the authorities of the Central African Republic for holding these elections according to the constitutional timeline despite the destabilizing actions of the armed groups, and while thanking MINUSCA and the regional partners for their assistance in this regard, we call on political actors in the Central African Republic to respect the results of the elections and to settle any post-electoral disputes peacefully in accordance with the country’s laws and through its relevant institutions. At this juncture, it is crucial to place the supreme interest of the country and the people of the Central African Republic before any political differences.”
2021-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/76 (2021) · source
“While reiterating our full support for MINUSCA and our deep appreciation for the countries that have contributed troops and police, the A3+1 also underscores the crucial importance of strengthening the Mission by providing it with the necessary permanent capacities to fulfil its mandate, pursuant to resolution 2552 (2020). We further express our full support for efforts geared towards strengthening the defence and internal security forces of the Central African Republic to enable them to exert control over the territory. Today’s meeting takes place two days after the official validation of the election results by the country’s Constitutional Court.”
2021-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/76 (2021) · source
“The blockage of the main route from Cameroon has affected the supply of commodities to Bangui and other areas, further compounding the urgency of the situation. We express our deep concern about the illicit trafficking, trade, exploitation and smuggling of natural resources, illegal taxation and right-of-way taxes that continue to fund and supply armed groups, thereby further threatening the peace and stability in the Central African Republic. It is important that the Security Council send a strong message that calls on these armed groups to cease their attacks and all acts of violence and intimidation against civilians throughout the country.”
2021-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/76 (2021) · source
“We are deeply perturbed by the volatile security situation in the Central African Republic and the continued destabilization efforts by these armed groups and spoilers throughout the country. We are equally disturbed by their recourse to violence to disrupt the electoral process and undermine the political and democratic transition in the Central African Republic. Moreover, these growing rebel attacks are significantly exacerbating the already dire humanitarian situation in the country, with nearly 60,000 people already fleeing violence. Likewise, the escalation of violence has disrupted aid delivery to nearly 2.8 million people in need of essential humanitarian assistance, which comprises 57 per cent of the population of the Central African Republic.”
2021-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/76 (2021) · source
“We reiterate our strongest condemnation of the attacks perpetrated by armed elements of the Coalition des patriotes pour le changement since the beginning of their offensive last December 2020, during which several MINUSCA peacekeepers were killed, and several others were injured. We reaffirm our deepest condolences and sympathy to the families of the deceased peacekeepers as well as to Bangladesh, Burundi, Cameroon, Gabon, Morocco, Rwanda and MINUSCA. We call on national authorities of the Central African Republic to swiftly investigate and bring to justice the perpetrators of these heinous acts. Such attacks against peacekeepers may constitute war crimes and should not go unpunished.”
2021-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/76 (2021) · source
“I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the three African members of the Security Council — Kenya, the Niger and Tunisia — as well as Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (A3+1). At the outset, let me thank the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Mr. Mankeur Ndiaye, for his comprehensive briefing, and reiterate our strong support for his efforts and for the fundamental role the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) is playing in assisting the authorities and the people of Central African Republic in their quest to achieve lasting peace and stability.”
2021-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/76 (2021) · source
“A statement was also delivered by Her Excellency Ms. Sylvie Valérie Baipo Temon, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Central African Republic. In accordance with the procedure set out in the letter dated 7 May 2020 from the President of the Security Council addressed to the Permanent Representative of the members of the Security Council (S/2020/372), which was agreed in the light of the extraordinary circumstances caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic, this briefing and statements will be issued as a document of the Security Council.”
2021-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/76 (2021) · source
“I have the honour to enclose herewith a copy of the briefing provided by Mr. Mankeur Ndiaye, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for the Central African Republic and Head of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic, as well as the statements delivered by the representatives of China, Estonia, France, India, Ireland, Mexico, Norway, the Russian Federation, Tunisia (on behalf of the three African members of the Security Council — Kenya, the Niger and Tunisia — as well as Saint Vincent and the Grenadines), the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States of America and Viet Nam, in connection with the video-teleconference on “The situation in the Central African Republic” convened on Thursday, 21 January 2021.”
2021-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/76 (2021) · source
“The only way forward is to expedite a political settlement based on resolution 2254 (2015) that is Syrian-led and Syrian-owned and facilitated by the United Nations, as that will end the human suffering of the Syrian people, address the deep roots of the crisis, preserve the sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity of Syria and restore peace and stability to Syria and the region.”
2021-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/75 (2021) · source
“In this regard, it would be useful if the scope of humanitarian projects and programmes could be expanded to include the maintenance of hospitals, schools, roads, water supply, electricity and sanitation, while providing decent and sustainable livelihoods for the affected and most vulnerable groups, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of the response to the humanitarian crisis. Lastly, the Security Council has stressed in successive resolutions relating to the humanitarian situation and in its resolution 2254 (2015) that the humanitarian situation will continue to deteriorate in the absence of a political solution to the crisis. As the conflict approaches the ten-year mark, we reiterate our firm position that there is no military solution to the Syrian crisis.”
2021-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/75 (2021) · source