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Tirumurti

lines on the record: 575
first: 2021-05-27
most recent: 2022-06-23
sittings or episodes: 87
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“Secondly, some States are leveraging their expertise in the digital domain to achieve their political and security-related objectives and indulge in contemporary forms of cross-border terrorism, attacks on critical national infrastructure, including health and energy facilities, and disrupt social harmony through promoting radicalization through the online space. Open societies have been particularly vulnerable to such threats and disinformation campaigns. Emerging digital technologies —for instance, the use of machine learning and big data — have the potential to enhance the lethality of such acts, thus posing a considerable threat to international peace and security. The international community cannot take a selective approach and needs to avoid double standards when it comes to addressing these threats.”
2022-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9039 (2022) · source
“In addition, terrorist misuse of artificial intelligence and 3D printing for various terrorist purposes, which have a global reach, also demands our immediate attention. The need for Member States to comprehensively address and tackle the implications of terrorist exploitation of digital technologies more strategically has never been more dire. In this regard, I am happy to inform the Security Council that India has proposed holding a special meeting of the Council’s Counter- Terrorism Committee in India soon, which will exclusively focus on this issue and attempt to provide the way forward.”
2022-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9039 (2022) · source
“Emergence of new financial technologies such as new payment methods (NPMs), virtual currencies and online-fundraising methods, including direct donations, non-fungible tokens and crowd-funding platforms — and the ease of access, anonymity and intractability offered by them — have enabled terrorist entities to collect and transfer funds while evading monitoring and enforcement structures. Such NPMs as prepaid phone cards, online-payment services and virtual money have enabled terrorist groups to exchange them for gold, silver and other metals and, most recently, for mobile-phone payments, and fund terrorist activities. Prepaid cards are frequently used as an alternative to cash. The use of bitcoins for funding terror activities is also well established.”
2022-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9039 (2022) · source
“While we are used to looking at terrorism as a direct physical attack by perpetrators, in the digital domain, perpetrators inciting terrorist acts through hateful content and radical ideologies may be far from the actors actually committing the act of terror. The instigators should be held equally responsible for such acts of terror. They cannot be less culpable than those who commit acts of terror. This is essential when we consider terrorism in the cyberdomain.”
2022-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9039 (2022) · source
“There have been instances of terrorists live-streaming their attacks on major platforms to maximize publicity and impact. The wide outreach of online space has enabled the terrorist groups to take advantage of the openness of pluralistic democratic societies, like our own, by fuelling societal divisions and sectarian hatred and by supporting anti-democratic movements and radical ideologies aimed at destabilizing Governments and State institutions. The ability of terrorist actors to connect, communicate and share information over digital platforms only underscores the growing need to regulate such inflammatory content online. Equally needed are efforts to address the legal challenges in bringing the perpetrators of these crimes to justice, particularly owing to the remote nature of their involvement in terrorist activities.”
2022-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9039 (2022) · source
“I would like to submit the following five issues for the Security Council’s consideration. First, there is the need to address the abuse of digital technologies by terrorist groups to disseminate terrorist ideologies, radicalize, incite violence and recruit the next generation of terrorist actors taking advantage of the enhanced online presence of young people. Terrorist groups are taking advantage of online tools to build networks, recruit new members, procure weapons and secure logistical support. The digital communications methods used by these groups are organized and sophisticated. They have become adept at using gaming chat rooms, dark-web and other restricted-access sites and unregulated online space to spread propaganda and incite violence.”
2022-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9039 (2022) · source
“However, given their dual-use nature and susceptibility to harmful uses by both State and non-State actors, they can also have a negative impact on international peace and security. The nature of conflict and its underlying tools have changed tremendously over the decades. While inter-State conflicts continue, we are witnessing growing threats from non-State actors, including terrorist groups. Similarly, the theatres of war and conflict have also expanded. In addition to territorial conflicts, the world is facing newer conflicts in seas and space — and by space, I refer to both outer space and cyberspace. Technology has become the common underlying denominator, as well as a game changer, in these conflicts. Our conventional approach to security nationally and internationally therefore needs a reset.”
2022-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9039 (2022) · source
“I welcome the initiative of the United States in organizing today’s important briefing. I thank the Under-Secretary-General, Ms. Rosemary DiCarlo, and the other briefers, Ms. Nyabola and Mr. Druet, for their valuable insights. The increasing use of digital technologies has accelerated economic development, improved service delivery to citizens, generated greater social awareness and placed information and knowledge directly in the hands of individuals. They have made governance more inclusive, citizen-centric and transparent. Most activities in this digital age — political, social, economic, humanitarian and developmental — are now invariably conducted in or connected to cyberspace.”
2022-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9039 (2022) · source
“We hope to continue our partnership with the new Government, as soon as it is formed, in furthering Iraq’s endeavours towards peace, stability and prosperity for its people.”
2022-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9034 (2022) · source
“We also welcome the ongoing cooperation between the Governments of Iraq and Kuwait to achieve an early amicable solution on the issue of missing Kuwaiti persons and third-country nationals, as well as the return of Kuwaiti property. India’s friendship with Iraq is steeped in history. Our people-to-people ties and multifaceted bilateral relations are very strong. India has always responded to the urgent needs of Iraq. There are more than 1,700 Iraqi students pursuing higher studies in educational institutions in India and around 15,000 Iraqi citizens visit India every year for medical treatment in various hospitals in India. India remains steadfast in its support for Iraq’s sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity.”
2022-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9034 (2022) · source
“We support the continued international efforts to assist Iraq in combating terrorism, including through the training of Iraqi security forces. Military actions inside Iraqi territory by Iraq’s neighbours are a clear violation of Iraq’s sovereignty. Iraq’s sovereignty and territorial integrity must be fully respected. Similarly, the continued possession of arms and weapons by non-State groups in Iraq outside State control is also a matter of great concern. Armed groups in Iraq should disarm and show commitment to democratic principles. We applaud the Government of Iraq’s concerted efforts to maintain friendly and cordial ties with all its neighbours and to facilitate dialogue between countries of the region.”
2022-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9034 (2022) · source
“We also note with appreciation the positive steps taken by Iraq to implement the national counter- terrorism strategy. Only through such efforts can we eliminate the threats posed by the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) and other terrorist groups in Iraq. We welcome the continued cooperation of Iraq with the Security Council’s Counter-Terrorism Committee. Despite the success of the ongoing counter- terrorism efforts by the Iraqi security forces, ISIL remains active in the country, as acknowledged by the recent report of the Secretary-General (S/2022/63). ISIL’s ability to launch attacks at a steady rate, including through hit-and-run operations and ambushes, is deeply concerning. The focus of the Security Council should be to eliminate every threat posed by ISIL and other terror groups in Iraq and elsewhere in the world.”
2022-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9034 (2022) · source
“I thank Special Representative Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert for her comprehensive briefing. We appreciate the close cooperation of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq with the Government of Iraq in providing the necessary assistance sought by it to tackle the multiple challenges being faced by Iraq. I thank Ms. Hanaa Edwar for her insights. I also welcome the Permanent Representative of Iraq to this meeting. We take note of the discussions among various political parties in Iraq towards the formation of a new Government. I reiterate India’s support for the democratic process in Iraq and encourage all political parties to work together for the early formation of a new Government that can take measures to fulfil the aspirations of the Iraqi people, especially women and young people, and promote inclusiveness and reconciliation.”
2022-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9034 (2022) · source
“We reiterate the importance of the United Nations guiding principles of humanitarian emergency assistance. Humanitarian action must always be guided by the principles of humanitarian assistance, which are humanity, neutrality, impartiality and independence. Those measures should never be politicized. Let me conclude by reaffirming that the contemporary global order has been built on the Charter of the United Nations, international law and respect for the sovereignty and the territorial integrity of States.”
2022-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9027 (2022) · source
“It is important that similar such exemptions be provided to all Member States and relevant stakeholders that are contributing to the global humanitarian effort. The food security challenges emanating from the conflict require us to respond by going beyond the constraints that bind us presently. Energy security is equally serious as a concern and needs to be addressed through cooperative efforts. India has been sending humanitarian supplies to Ukraine and its neighbours. We are also providing more medical supplies to Ukraine. We support calls for guarantees of safe passage to deliver essential humanitarian and medical supplies, including through the establishment of humanitarian corridors. We hope the international community will continue to respond positively to the evolving humanitarian requirements.”
2022-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9027 (2022) · source
“We agree that the immediate priority is to evacuate innocent civilians from areas witnessing intense fighting. We deeply appreciate the efforts of the United Nations in evacuating the civilian population from Mariupol. We hope those efforts will extend to other areas as well. The conflict is having a destabilizing effect with broader regional and global implications. Oil prices are skyrocketing, and there is a shortage of food grains and fertilizers. That has had disproportionate impact on the global South and developing countries. We acknowledge the efforts made by the Secretary-General, particularly the findings of the Global Crisis Response Group Task Team. We welcome its recommendation for exempting purchases of food for humanitarian assistance by the World Food Programme from food export restrictions with immediate effect.”
2022-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9027 (2022) · source
“However, the conflict has resulted in the loss of lives and countless miseries for its people, especially for women, children and the elderly, with millions becoming homeless and forced to take shelter in neighbouring countries. India has strongly condemned the killing of civilians in Bucha and supported the call for an independent investigation. We support all efforts to alleviate the suffering of the people of Ukraine. India remains on the side of peace, and therefore believes that there will be no winning side in this conflict. While those impacted by this conflict will continue to suffer, diplomacy will be a lasting casualty. We welcome the visit of Secretary-General to Moscow and Kyiv and his engagement with the leadership of the Russian Federation and Ukraine.”
2022-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9027 (2022) · source
“Allow me, at the outset, to thank the United Kingdom for a successful presidency. I wish the United States every success in its presidency. Let me thank Secretary-General António Guterres for his presence and remarks on the situation in Ukraine. I thank High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet and Under-Secretary-General Martin Griffiths for their updates. I also thank Ms. Tetiana Luzan for her insights. Ever since the commencement of the conflict in Ukraine, India has been consistently calling for a complete cessation of hostilities and for pursuing the path of dialogue and diplomacy as the only way out.”
2022-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9027 (2022) · source
“Those courageous Indian women patrolled Monrovian streets at night, taught Liberian women self-defence skills and conducted classes on combating sexual violence. India welcomes the Uniformed Gender Parity Strategy 2018–2028 to increase the number of women peacekeepers. We also support increasing the deployment of women protection advisers for effective monitoring, analysis and reporting arrangements on conflict-related sexual violence in the field. To conclude, India reaffirms its commitment to actively contributing to the collective endeavour of effectively tackling sexual violence in situations of armed conflict.”
2022-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9016 (2022) · source
“In 2017, Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined the Circle of Leadership initiative, which was formally established by the Secretary-General at the high-level meeting on the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse in United Nations operations. India also signed the Secretary-General’s Voluntary Compact on Preventing and Addressing Sexual Exploitation and Abuse. India has the distinction of having sent the first all- women formed police unit contingent to Liberia in 2007. That unit mitigated incidents of crime against women, deterred sexual and gender-based violence and helped to rebuild safety and confidence among the Liberian population. In that process, it also operationalized the spirit of the landmark resolution 1325 (2000), on women and peace and security, into action.”
2022-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9016 (2022) · source
“Fifthly, sanctions regimes and other targeted measures by the Council need to be strengthened in order to utilize their full potential to deter the perpetrators of sexual violence in armed conflict. Last but not least, Member States must provide a conducive environment for the participation and inclusion of women in political processes and decision-making. India has moved ahead from women’s development to women-led development. We have been advocating that idea for lasting peace in our neighbourhood, including in Afghanistan, in line with resolution 2593 (2021), especially relating to women, children and minorities.”
2022-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9016 (2022) · source
“A key starting point in strengthening the accountability process is to address the endemic stigma attached to survivors of sexual violence and the fear of reprisals by offenders, thereby helping them to come forward to speak to investigators and testify in court. Fourthly, terrorism and violent extremism conducive to terrorism continue to be the biggest global threat to peace and security, with women suffering disproportionately in the resulting conflicts engendered by them. Sexual violence primarily directed against women and girls and increasingly among men and boys by terrorists remains a cause for concern. The nexus between terrorism, trafficking and sexual violence in armed conflict needs to be broken.”
2022-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9016 (2022) · source
“That should also be a priority in post- conflict situations in order to address holistically the structural and cross-cutting gender inequalities that perpetuate sexual violence. Thirdly, Member States must adopt a victim- centred approach to preventing and responding to sexual violence in armed conflicts, in line with resolution 2467 (2019), which seeks to strengthen justice and accountability and calls for a survivor- centred approach in the prevention of and response to conflict-related sexual violence. States must ensure adequate focus and resources for comprehensive and non-discriminatory assistance for the victims of sexual violence by providing for medical, psychological, social and legal services.”
2022-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9016 (2022) · source
“The Council must focus on identifying and bridging the implementation gaps to prevent atrocities and facilitate the rehabilitation and reintegration of survivors. My delegation wishes to highlight the following six issues for the consideration of the Council. First, national Governments have the primary responsibility to prosecute and deter such crimes and conflict situations on their territories, even if they are alleged to have been committed by non-State actors. Member States should ensure the effective prosecution of sexual violence as a self-standing crime. Secondly, upon request, the United Nations must assist national authorities in developing capabilities to strengthen their national legal frameworks and related structures for the speedy investigation and prosecution of perpetrators.”
2022-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9016 (2022) · source
“Despite that progress, it is indeed distressing that sexual violence in conflict situations continues unabated amid a culture of impunity as a tactic of war, torture and terror in armed conflicts, especially by non-State actors. Again, despite the robust framework put in place by the Security Council since 2007 with the launching of the United Nations Action against Sexual Violence in Conflict, the levels of compliance by parties to conflict remain low. The majority of the parties listed in the Secretary General’s annual report on conflict-related sexual violence (S/2022/272) are persistent perpetrators who continue to commit or abet sexual violence in armed situations. That must stop.”
2022-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9016 (2022) · source
“At the outset, we thank the United Kingdom for convening the open debate on this important issue. We also thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Pramila Patten and all other briefers for sharing their insights. In the past three decades, the international community has played an important role in fixing accountability for conflict-related sexual violence, thereby sending the strong message that sexual violence has no place in the civilized world. The prosecution of conflict-related sexual crimes by the International Criminal Tribunals for the former Yugoslavia and Rwanda, resolutions on sexual violence and the United Kingdom’s Preventing Sexual Violence in Conflict initiative have contributed to addressing that complex and sensitive issue in its entirety.”
2022-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9016 (2022) · source
“In conclusion, I would like to emphasize that while the peace process in Colombia continues to be a source of inspiration, the international community has to continue to fulfil its responsibility to support the people and the Government of Colombia in their journey to consolidate and sustain peace. As a long-standing friend and partner of Colombia, India will continue to stand in solidarity with its people and Government in their quest for lasting peace and economic development.”
2022-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9015 (2022) · source
“The increase in the frequency of our high- level visits and engagements, especially over the past year, is a testimony to the strength of our partnership, which is based on shared democratic values and development goals. Despite the disruptions caused by the coronavirus disease pandemic, there has been a steady increase in our bilateral trade, which grew by 22 per cent in 2020 and 2021. India has built a significant presence in Colombia. Over the years, the bilateral relations between our countries have deepened and diversified in areas such as space, health, science and technology and biotechnology. We are committed to expanding and deepening our cultural development and trade partnership with Columbia.”
2022-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9015 (2022) · source
“For instance, incidents involving threats, killings and displacements of members of cooperatives have had a disruptive effect on the reintegration initiatives. Disputes over territorial control between illegal armed groups, including various Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia-Ejército del Pueblo dissident groups, as well as illegal trafficking routes, remain a concern. We appreciate that despite those challenges, the Colombian authorities are making progress in addressing the security, housing and land guarantees enshrined in the Agreement. We believe that prioritizing rural reform aimed at increasing employment and livelihood opportunities is fundamental to sustaining peace. India values its bilateral ties with Colombia, with whom we share a relationship spanning more than six decades.”
2022-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9015 (2022) · source
“Stabilization road maps for rural reform have been prepared, illicit crop substitution is under way, the Special Jurisdiction for Peace has held hearings and expects its first indictments in June and the Truth Commission has done commendable work. The parties also extended the mandate of the Commission for the Follow-Up, Promotion and Verification of the Implementation of the Final Agreement until 2023. We welcome those positive developments, which clearly demonstrate the strong commitment to the Agreement by the Government and the political parties in Colombia. It is important to recognize the many ambitious objectives the Final Agreement has set, particularly on security, rural reforms, crop substitution and the rehabilitation of former combatants. However, as we have heard today, its implementation continues to face challenges.”
2022-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9015 (2022) · source
“The successful holding in March of congressional elections, including the voting in the 16 newly created special transitional electoral districts for peace, held for the first time in the rural areas of the 167 municipalities worst affected by the conflict, is a positive indicator of the consolidation of Colombia’s peace process. It was heartening to see the large-scale participation of women candidates in the elections. We were also pleased to see that political alliances included the implementation of the Final Agreement in their policy priorities and agenda platforms. We hope that positive trend will continue in the upcoming presidential elections as well. The progress made in the implementation of the Final Agreement, especially in recent months, is encouraging.”
2022-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9015 (2022) · source
“At the outset, let me join others in welcoming the participation of His Excellency President Duque Márquez in today’s meeting. I also want to thank Mr. Carlos Ruiz Massieu, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, for his briefing. This is the first time that the Security Council is meeting in the presence of President Duque since the historic signing of the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Lasting Peace, five years ago this past November. We join others in congratulating the people of Colombia on the rapid progress they have continued to make on the path to peace and development since the signing of the Agreement. We deeply appreciated President Duque’s statement today, in which he highlighted Columbia’s many areas of progress and the confident strides it has made in recent years.”
2022-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9015 (2022) · source
“We believe that no solution can be arrived at by shedding blood or at the cost of innocent lives, especially those of women and children. It is in our collective interest to work constructively both inside and outside the United Nations towards seeking an early resolution to the conflict. Allow me to reiterate the importance of United Nations guiding principles of humanitarian assistance once again. Humanitarian action must always be guided by the principles of humanitarian assistance, namely, humanity, neutrality, impartiality and independence. These measures should not be politicized. We continue to emphasize to Member States that the global order is anchored on international law, the Charter of the United Nations and respect for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of States.”
2022-04-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9013 (2022) · source
“Let us neither forget that the situation has also affected foreign students, including Indian students. India facilitated the safe return of 22,500 Indian nationals, most of them students studying in various universities in Ukraine. We are exploring options to minimize the impact on our students’ education. We appreciate the accommodations made by the Ukrainian Government for this academic year with regard to medical students. Even as we deal with the influx of refugees, we continue to remain deeply concerned about the worsening situation in Ukraine and reiterate our call for the immediate end to hostilities. When innocent human lives are at stake, diplomacy must prevail as the only viable option. Since the inception of the Ukrainian conflict, India has stood for peace, dialogue and diplomacy.”
2022-04-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9013 (2022) · source
“We commend Ukraine’s neighbouring countries that have welcomed refugees from Ukraine, especially for treating women and children with compassion and dignity. As a country that has welcomed refugees over centuries, India knows the importance and value of treating them equally and with dignity and catering to their needs and requirements. In this context, we need to keep the gender perspective in mind and act with sensitivity. We call for a victim-centred approach to preventing and responding to sexual violence in armed conflicts. The impact of the situation on education of children has also been severe. It has further aggravated the pandemic-related challenges that children are already facing. There are reports that more than 900 educational facilities and schools have been either damaged or destroyed in Ukraine.”
2022-04-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9013 (2022) · source
“I take this opportunity to welcome the President to this meeting. I would also like to thank Ms. Sima Bahous, Executive Director of UN-Women, Mr. Manuel Fontaine of UNICEF and Ms. Kateryna Cherepakha of La Strada-Ukraine for their briefings and insights on the impact of the situation on women and children, particularly with respect to education. Women and children invariably suffer the most in any armed conflict or military confrontation. According to reports coming out of Ukraine, women and children have been disproportionately affected and form the bulk of the refugees and internally displaced persons. More than 4.4 million people have moved to neighbouring countries, and another 7.1 million are displaced within Ukraine.”
2022-04-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9013 (2022) · source
“We continue to emphasize to all States Members of the United Nations that the global order is anchored in international law, the Charter of the United Nations and respect for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of States.”
2022-04-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9011 (2022) · source
“When innocent human lives are at stake, diplomacy must prevail as the only viable option. In that context, we take note of the ongoing efforts, including the meetings held recently between the parties. The impact of the crisis is being felt beyond the region, with increasing food and energy costs, especially for many developing countries. It is in our collective interest to work constructively, both inside the United Nations and outside, towards seeking an early resolution to the conflict. Allow me to once again reiterate the importance of the United Nations guiding principles of humanitarian assistance. Humanitarian action must always be guided by the principles of humanitarian assistance, that is, humanity, neutrality, impartiality and independence. Such measures should never be politicized.”
2022-04-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9011 (2022) · source
“We unequivocally condemn these killings and support the call for an independent investigation. We hope the international community will continue to respond positively to the humanitarian needs. We support calls urging guarantees of safe passage to deliver essential humanitarian and medical supplies. Keeping in view the dire humanitarian situation in Ukraine, India has been sending humanitarian supplies to Ukraine and its neighbours, which include medicines and other essential relief material. We stand ready to provide more medical supplies to Ukraine in the coming days. India continues to remain deeply concerned about the worsening situation, and reiterates its call for the immediate cessation of violence and an end to the hostilities. From the beginning of the conflict, we emphasized the need to pursue the path of diplomacy and dialogue.”
2022-04-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9011 (2022) · source
“Let me begin by thanking Secretary-General António Guterres for his presence and remarks on the situation in Ukraine. I also thank Under-Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo and Under-Secretary-General Martin Griffiths for their respective briefings on the security and humanitarian situation. We thank the participation of His Excellency the President of Ukraine at today’s meeting. I also take this opportunity to thank the United Arab Emirates and Ambassador Lana Nusseibeh for their excellent presidency of the Security Council last month. The situation in Ukraine has not shown any significant improvement since the Council last discussed the issue (see S/PV.9008). The security situation has only deteriorated, as have its humanitarian consequences. Recent reports of civilian killings in Bucha are deeply disturbing.”
2022-04-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9011 (2022) · source
“We continue to emphasize that the global order is anchored in international law, the Charter of the United Nations and respect for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of States. We call for purposeful engagement in the ongoing talks by both sides. We hope that an understanding can soon be reached. It is clearly in our collective interests to find a solution that can provide for an immediate de-escalation of tensions, aimed at securing long-term peace and stability in the region and beyond.”
2022-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9008 (2022) · source
“Allow me to underscore that it is important that humanitarian action always be guided by the principles of humanitarian assistance, that is, humanity, neutrality, impartiality and independence, embedded as they are at the heart of the United Nations guiding principles of humanitarian emergency assistance. Those measures should not be politicized. The conflict is already having an impact on the global economy, especially on many developing countries, including through the disruption of supply chains. Its adverse impact on energy and commodity prices is evident. We reiterate our call for an immediate cessation of hostilities across Ukraine. Our Prime Minister, on several occasions, has reiterated this and emphasized that there is no other option but the path of dialogue and diplomacy.”
2022-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9008 (2022) · source
“We hope that the international community will continue to respond positively to the humanitarian needs of the people of Ukraine, including through extending generous support to the Secretary-General’s flash appeal and the regional refugee response plan on Ukraine. Keeping in view the dire humanitarian situation unfolding in Ukraine, India has already sent more than 90 tonnes of humanitarian supplies to Ukraine and its neighbours. Those supplies have included medicines and other essential relief material for refugees. We are providing more humanitarian assistance in the coming days, especially through the supply of essential medicines.”
2022-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9008 (2022) · source
“Let me begin by thanking Assistant Secretary-General Joyce Msuya and World Food Programme Executive Director David Beasley for their briefings on the humanitarian situation in Ukraine. India remains deeply concerned at the ongoing situation, which has continued to deteriorate since the beginning of the hostilities. We reiterate our call for unimpeded humanitarian access to areas of armed conflict in Ukraine. There is an urgent need to address the humanitarian needs of the affected population. In that regard, the initiatives of the United Nations and its agencies, such as the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs and the World Food Programme, have reinforced ongoing efforts. We also note the decision by the European Union countries that have agreed to a permit-free transit of humanitarian carriers to Ukraine.”
2022-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9008 (2022) · source
“We expect UNITAMS to focus on the implementation of its core mandate in close partnership with the African Union and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development. We also noted the contents of the letter sent by the Sudan on the Secretary-General’s report (S/2022/172). We hope that in future UNITAMS reports will take cognizance of the points made in the letter, in particularly adhering to the mandate of the four strategic objectives and regarding the sourcing of the data. India has long-standing relations with the Sudan and its people. Over the years India has assisted the Sudan through several projects under concessional lines of credit, capacity-building and humanitarian assistance. We wish to see the Sudan emerge as a prosperous, peaceful and stable country in the coming years.”
2022-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9006 (2022) · source
“We note that the Sudanese authorities have continued to make efforts to provide physical protection in Darfur through the deployment of joint Government forces to de-escalate violence and calm tensions. Those are positive developments that reflect a broadening of governance structures and a sustained commitment of the authorities to implement the national plan for civilian protection. The establishment of a gender desk at the headquarters of the central Darfur police is noteworthy. The support of UNITAMS to the Sudan will be critical during the coming months, particularly in assisting the political transition, the implementation of the Juba Peace Agreement and peacebuilding efforts.”
2022-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9006 (2022) · source
“On the economic front, recent developments resulted in the international community revisiting the positive decisions taken to support the economic recovery of the Sudan over the past three years. We hope that the international community and the partners of the Sudan will reconsider their decision to stop economic support and assistance given its adverse impact on the civilian population. The Sudan needs our collective support. On the security front, we remain concerned at the situation in eastern Sudan. In Darfur, the incidents of looting and violence at El Fasher logistical base and incidence of intercommunal violence earlier this month remain concerning.”
2022-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9006 (2022) · source
“We have also noted the efforts, including those undertaken by the United Nations, the African Union and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, to break the political impasse. We hope that all those efforts will facilitate a return to the constitutional status and a transition path towards civilian rule, democracy and peace in the Sudan. We also underscore the importance of the comprehensive implementation of the Juba Peace agreement. In that regard, we welcome the progress made in security arrangements, including the formation of the Joint High Council on Security Arrangements in Darfur and the Two Areas, the setting up of protection forces and the integration of formal fighters. We hope that implementation will gain momentum in the coming months, in particular through the establishment of a transitional legislative council.”
2022-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9006 (2022) · source
“They have also hampered the progress made on political and socioeconomic fronts during the past two years. Mutual trust and understanding among the Sudanese stakeholders are key for addressing the current impasse. We hope all stakeholders, including the military and the civilian political forces, will show the political will to build consensus and foster national unity. The transition process needs to be inclusive and address the concerns of all stakeholders in order to meet the democratic aspirations of the people of the Sudan. We believe that the 2019 Constitutional Document remains the basis for the transitional period and the way forward should be guided by it. We are encouraged by the recent proactive engagement, in particular the dialogue, among the political actors and the Sudanese authorities.”
2022-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9006 (2022) · source
“Let me begin by thanking Special Representative of the Secretary-General Volker Perthes for his detailed briefing on the activities of the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in the Sudan (UNITAMS). I also thank the Permanent Representative of Ghana for his statement as Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1591 (2005) concerning the Sudan. The ongoing political impasse on the Sudan is a reminder of the inherent challenges to the democratic transition process that began in December 2018. The political and security developments since last October reflect the tenuous state of the transition. Those developments have further aggravated political instability and negatively affected the implementation of the Juba Peace Agreement.”
2022-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9006 (2022) · source