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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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“Flowing from the recently concluded meeting in Paris under the Normandy format, we also welcome the unconditional observance of the July 2020 ceasefire and the reaffirmation of the Minsk agreements as the basis of work under the ongoing Normandy format, in particular the commitment of all sides to reducing disagreements on the way forward. We also welcome their agreement to meet in Berlin in two weeks. We urge all parties to continue to engage through all diplomatic channels and to keep working towards the full implementation of the Minsk package. Quiet and constructive diplomacy is the need of the hour. Any steps that increase tension may best be avoided by all sides in the larger interest of securing international peace and security.”
2022-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8960 (2022) · source
“We have been closely following the evolving developments relating to Ukraine, including through ongoing high-level security talks between Russia and the United States, as well as under the Normandy format in Paris. India’s interest is in finding a solution that can provide for the immediate de-escalation of tensions, taking into account the legitimate security interests of all countries and aimed at securing long-term peace and stability in the region and beyond. We have also been in touch with all the parties concerned. It is our considered view that the issues can be resolved only through diplomatic dialogue. In that context, we welcome the efforts under way, including under the Minsk agreements and the Normandy format.”
2022-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8960 (2022) · source
“When the Council decides on the future of the UNAMA mandate in March this year, its focus needs to be centred on the welfare, well-being and expectations of the Afghan people.”
2022-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8954 (2022) · source
“The recent developments in Afghanistan will have a significant impact on neighbouring countries and the wider region, with global implications. India calls for an inclusive dispensation in Afghanistan that represents all sections of Afghan society. A broad-based, inclusive and representative formation is necessary for legitimacy. Today it is more necessary than ever that the international community speak with one voice on Afghanistan. Resolution 2596 (2021) requires the Secretary-General to report to the Security Council on strategic and operational recommendations for the mandate of UNAMA, in the light of recent political, security and social developments. We look forward to receiving the report and believe that it should contain holistic recommendations from a strategic perspective.”
2022-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8954 (2022) · source
“However, we need to see concrete progress in ensuring that such proscribed terrorist entities do not get any support — tacit or direct — either from Afghanistan or the terrorist sanctuaries based in the region. Resolution 2593 (2021) also lays out the expectations of the international community in terms of the need for an inclusive and representative political settlement, with meaningful participation by women and minorities and diverse political-ethnic groups in the country; the importance of upholding human rights, including those of women, children and minorities; and the requirement to provide humanitarian assistance to the people of Afghanistan. Peace and security in Afghanistan is a critical imperative that all of us need to collectively strive for.”
2022-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8954 (2022) · source
“As Afghanistan’s largest regional development partner, India is willing to coordinate with other stakeholders to work towards enabling the expeditious provision of much-needed humanitarian assistance to the people of Afghanistan. Terrorism continues to pose a serious threat to Afghanistan and the region. Resolution 2593 (2021) clearly outlines the international community’s expectations on a range of critical and immediate issues. It lays down the requirements in terms of the fight against terrorism, while noting the commitment of the Taliban not to allow the use of Afghan soil for terrorism, including for terrorists and terrorist groups designated under resolution 1267 (1999).”
2022-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8954 (2022) · source
“Last month, we joined other Council members in supporting the adoption of resolution 2615 (2021) in order to provide humanitarian assistance for the people of Afghanistan, while ensuring that the Security Council exercises its oversight to guard against any possible diversion of funds and misuse of exemptions from sanctions. We also supported the call of the international community for access to humanitarian assistance for Afghanistan to be direct and without any hindrance. We reiterate that humanitarian assistance should be based on the principles of neutrality, impartiality and independence and that the disbursement of aid should be non-discriminatory and accessible to all, irrespective of ethnicity, religion or political belief. In particular, assistance should reach the most vulnerable first — including women, children and minorities.”
2022-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8954 (2022) · source
“India’s approach to Afghanistan has always been guided by its historical friendship with its people. Our special relationship with the Afghan people and the guidance spelled out in resolution 2593 (2021) will continue to guide India’s approach to Afghanistan. We remain steadfast in our commitment to providing humanitarian assistance to the people of Afghanistan. In that endeavour, India has committed to provide the Afghan people with 50,000 metric tons of wheat, as well as life-saving medicines and 1 million doses of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccines. We have already dispatched three shipments of humanitarian assistance materials consisting of medicines, including COVID-19 medicines, which were handed over to the World Health Organization and the Indira Gandhi Children’s Hospital in Kabul.”
2022-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8954 (2022) · source
“I thank the Secretary- General for his insights and the Special Representative, Ms. Deborah Lyons, for her briefing. I would like to express my delegation’s appreciation for the work done by the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) in these challenging times. I also thank Ms. Mahbouba Seraj for sharing her insights with us. As an immediate neighbour and long-standing partner of Afghanistan, the recent developments in Afghanistan — particularly the deteriorating humanitarian situation — continue to be of concern. India also shares the concern of the international community on issues related to providing immediate humanitarian assistance, ensuring the formation of a truly inclusive and representative Government, combating terrorism and drug trafficking and preserving the rights of women, children and minorities.”
2022-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8954 (2022) · source
“Terrorist attacks have become despicable acts used by this terrorist organization to demonstrate its power and influence in the country and abroad. Lastly, I wish to thank all Member States and international bodies that have provided support to the 1988 Committee and to the Monitoring Team in a flexible and amenable manner during the coronavirus disease pandemic and corresponding restrictions on foreign travel and meeting engagements. At this critical time for Afghanistan, under my chairmanship of the 1988 Committee in 2022, the Committee looks forward to continuing close engagement with UNAMA and with States in the region.”
2022-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8954 (2022) · source
“The current United Nations assessment is that over 30 listed members of the Taliban now occupy senior Cabinet positions, and the Security Council therefore encourages humanitarian providers to use reasonable efforts to minimize the accrual of any benefits, whether as a result of direct provision or diversion, to individuals or entities designated on the 1988 sanctions list. In its latest report for 2021, the Monitoring Team noted that the ties between the Taliban, largely through the Haqqani Network, and Al-Qaida and foreign terrorist fighters remain close and are based on ideological alignment and relationships forged through common struggle and intermarriage. The continued presence of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant and its activities in Afghanistan remain a matter of our concern.”
2022-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8954 (2022) · source
“Resolution 2615 (2021) acknowledged the current humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan, emphasizing food insecurity and the disproportionate effect the situation was having on women, children and minorities. The resolution provided clarity to ensure the continued provision of assistance in future. The Security Council decided that provision of humanitarian assistance and other activities that support basic human needs in Afghanistan are not a violation of sub-paragraph (a) of paragraph 1 of resolution 2255 (2015), and that the processing and payment of funds, other financial assets, economic resources and provision of goods and services necessary to ensure the timely delivery of such assistance or to support such activities are permitted. It further decided to review the implementation of this provision after a period of one year.”
2022-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8954 (2022) · source
“On 30 November 2021 and pursuant to paragraph 44 of resolution 2255 (2015), the Committee invited representatives of the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and the United Nations World Food Programme to brief it on the impact of the sanctions regime on the current humanitarian situation in Afghanistan since the Taliban takeover of 15 August. Subsequently, on 22 December 2021, the Security Council adopted resolution 2615 (2021) concerning the need to facilitate the workings of humanitarian agencies and those institutions involved in supporting the resourcing and financing of critical humanitarian-relief efforts in Afghanistan.”
2022-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8954 (2022) · source
“I would highlight to Member States that, in 2022, the Monitoring Team will be more reliant upon information provided to it from outside Afghanistan, and I would therefore urge all Member States officials, including intelligence and security services, to respect the annexes to resolutions, including resolution 2611 (2021), to consult in confidence with the Monitoring Team to facilitate the sharing of information, and to strengthen implementation of sanction measures.”
2022-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8954 (2022) · source
“With the need for further discussions to promote peace and stability also comes the need for further reporting of the activities of the Taliban and those individuals and entities listed under the 1988 sanctions regime, in order to ensure compliance with sanctions measures. To facilitate this, on 17 December 2021, resolution 2611 (2021) extended the mandate of the Monitoring Team relating to the Taliban for a further year, until December 2022.”
2022-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8954 (2022) · source
“The exemption to the ban will be until 22 March 2022 and was accompanied by a decision, on this occasion, to grant a limited asset-freeze exemption for the financing of exempted travel. In this regard, I would like to recall that the country hosting the peace and stability talks will be required to report to the Committee within 30 days from the date of travel. The Committee fully supports the travel-ban exemption for listed Taliban to attend talks that are in the interest of promoting the prospect for peace and stability in Afghanistan. However, I would remind Member States that the travel-ban exemption is for this purpose and this purpose only.”
2022-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8954 (2022) · source
“I would therefore like to begin this briefing on the work and activities of the 1988 Committee and the Monitoring Team by recalling that the main goal of the sanctions regime was, ultimately, to facilitate conditions that promoted dialogue between the Taliban and the Afghan Government, and which was furthermore intended to result in a peaceful and stable Afghanistan. Although the events of August 2021 create a new situation, the need for peace and stability in Afghanistan remains a key goal of this Committee. In an effort to support that goal, on 22 December 2021, the 1988 Committee once again extended the three-month travel ban exemption for 14 listed Taliban members so that they could continue attending talks in the interest of promoting peace and stability in Afghanistan.”
2022-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8954 (2022) · source
“As Council members are aware, the latter half of 2021 saw consequential change in Afghanistan with the Taliban takeover of Kabul in August, the concurrent collapse of the Government of Afghanistan and the humanitarian crisis that followed, as well as the concern over the eroding of human rights and women’s rights. These events occurred at a pace few envisioned or expected. Given the fluid situation in Afghanistan and the negotiations leading to the adoption of resolutions 2611 (2021) and 2615 (2021), this briefing to the Security Council, in accordance with paragraph 56 of resolution 2255 (2015), has been deferred until now.”
2022-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8954 (2022) · source
“Mr. Tirumurti: I thank you, Mr. President, for this opportunity to brief the Security Council on the work of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1988 (2011), which I am pleased to do in accordance with paragraph 56 of resolution 2255 (2015). I am also thankful to Special Representative of the Secretary-General Deborah Lyons and the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) for their support of the work of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1988 (2011) and their continuous assistance to the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team. I would also like to thank the Monitoring Team and the Secretariat for their assistance and efforts during the previous year in supporting the work of this Committee in relation to events in Afghanistan.”
2022-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8954 (2022) · source
“India deployed seven demining teams on an emergency basis, which enabled internally displace persons (IDPs) to return to their homes and livelihoods. India contributed extensively to rebuilding basic essential infrastructure in northern Sri Lanka, including 46,000 houses for IDPs. India also invested more than $3 billion in infrastructure and community development projects in Afghanistan. In conclusion, India stands ready to support efforts towards strengthening the normative architecture for the protection of civilians and the provision of humanitarian assistance in armed conflict in urban areas as part of a broader endeavour. Such a normative architecture should respect the principles of the sovereignty, political independence, territorial integrity and unity of countries affected by armed conflicts.”
2022-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8953 (2022) · source
“In the post-conflict context, the rehabilitation and reconstruction of civilian infrastructure and the restoration of essential services should be given high priority to facilitate socioeconomic recovery and peacebuilding. Owing to the significant associated costs, donor countries and United Nations agencies must provide financial and technical assistance for capacity-building. For its part, India recognizes the importance of rendering assistance to countries that have suffered the destruction of urban infrastructure. After the end of the armed conflict in 2009 in Sri Lanka, India assisted the Government of Sri Lanka in immediately restoring some of the most basic and essential civilian infrastructure.”
2022-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8953 (2022) · source
“We have already seen implications of such an approach in Europe, where lone wolf attacks have resulted in killings of civilians in urban areas and the terrorizing of urban populations. While it is important to deliberate on the devastating consequences of armed conflict in urban settings, we should not ignore fundamental issues and international power politics that contribute to the accentuation of armed conflicts. Today we need to reaffirm our commitment to the principles of non-interference in the internal affairs of States. All conflicts must be resolved by peaceful means and through political and diplomatic efforts in line with international law and the principles of the Charter of the United Nations. Similarly, the debate on the effects of conflicts in urban settings cannot be delinked from the post-conflict role.”
2022-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8953 (2022) · source
“The dastardly terrorist attacks in Mumbai in 2008, which resulted in the killing of 166 innocent civilians of 15 nationalities, is still a ghastly reminder to the entire international community. In recent memory, the Mumbai terror attacks epitomize the sheer scale and scope of urban warfare that we had to mount against jihadi terrorists when our police personnel had to put their lives on the line to secure the city’s safety. The international community should therefore stand firm in its opposition to terrorism in all its forms and manifestations and reject any attempt to provide any justifications for terrorist acts. We should remember that the consequences of any relaxation of our guard on this count would be borne not only by civilians, but even by the security forces that combat them in extremely difficult conditions in urban areas.”
2022-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8953 (2022) · source
“Civilian populations and civilian infrastructure are also easy targets for terrorist groups and non-State actors. Vulnerable groups, women, children and minorities, as well as in-dispensable civilian infrastructure, hospitals and irreplaceable cultural heritage, have been the first casualties of attacks by such actors. Having suffered the scourge of cross-border terrorism for decades, India has always been at the forefront of global counter-terrorism efforts. We have witnessed dastardly terrorist attacks on our cities targeting innocent civilians. Any debate on the protection of civilians in urban areas would be incomplete without taking into account the carnage wrought by terrorist forces, especially those backed by State actors.”
2022-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8953 (2022) · source
“However, over decades of practice and shaped by the calamitous experience of destructive wars, we now have a set of international principles and jurisprudence that places no less responsibility on the aggressor to ensure that civilians and civilian infrastructure are not targeted in situations of armed conflict. In the face of such aggression, especially in urban areas, it is equally incumbent on States to protect those who put their lives in the line of fire to protect civilians. In other words, we also need to protect the protectors. It is a matter of concern that parties to armed conflicts to this day seem to consider civilian populations and civilian infrastructure as legitimate targets. Such a despicable approach has resulted in the maiming and killing of thousands and the rendering of millions homeless.”
2022-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8953 (2022) · source
“The use of explosive weapons, particularly those with wide-area effects, continues to expose civilians to a high risk of indiscriminate effects. People in Afghanistan, Libya, Syria and Yemen have witnessed the devastation caused by urban conflicts. There are other countries as well that are still reeling from military actions carried out in the past, either without due consideration for protecting civilian populations or through the deliberate targeting of civilians amounting to genocide, as was done in the erstwhile East Pakistan in 1971, now Bangladesh. The primary responsibility for ensuring the safety and security of populations, including the maintenance of essential services, rests with national Governments.”
2022-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8953 (2022) · source
“According to United Nations figures, over half of the world’s population lives in urban centres today. That is projected to increase to more than two thirds by 2050. History has shown us that the targeting of civilians and civilian infrastructure has been used as a weapon of war, especially during the two World Wars. Subsequent wars and armed conflicts have also witnessed such acts under the guise of collateral damage. With the growth in urbanization, it is inevitable that the impact of armed conflicts on people living in cities will increase. We are already witnessing the effect of urban warfare and terrorist attacks in cities. According to the report of the Secretary-General (S/2021/423), more than 50 million people were affected by conflict in urban areas.”
2022-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8953 (2022) · source
“At the outset, let me thank the Norwegian delegation for organizing this open debate on the important theme of “War in cities: protection of civilians in urban settings”. I would like to convey the greetings and best wishes of my Prime Minister to Your Excellency, Mr. President, for presiding over this important meeting. We thank the Secretary-General for his briefing. I also the President of International Committee of the Red Cross, Mr. Peter Maurer, and Ms. Radhya Al-Mutawakel for sharing their insights with us. I also welcome His Excellency the Vice-President of Ghana and His Excellency the Foreign Minister of Gabon in our midst. We have witnessed an unprecedented resurgence in armed conflicts around the globe, which has been further complicated by the ongoing coronavirus disease pandemic.”
2022-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8953 (2022) · source
“Finally, UNSMIL has played an important role in Libya and has been one of the key factors in bringing about the progress that we are witnessing now. We will work with other members of the Security Council to support UNSMIL and its mandate renewal. To conclude, India has traditionally enjoyed close and mutually beneficial bilateral ties with Libya, and we remain committed to supporting Libya and the Libyan people in their endeavour to bring about lasting peace in the country.”
2022-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8952 (2022) · source
“Fourthly, it is important that the international community focus its attention on the threat of terrorism in Africa, in particular in the Sahel region. We must ensure that terrorist groups and affiliated entities not be allowed to operate unchallenged in Libya. The report of the Secretary-General (S/2022/31) has highlighted the presence of training camps of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant in southern Libya. It is critical for the Security Council to focus and act upon the growing threat of terrorism in Africa. Fifthly, we need to plan for the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of armed groups and non-State armed actors. Libya also needs an inclusive and comprehensive national reconciliation process.”
2022-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8952 (2022) · source
“We hope that the House of Representatives of Libya will come to an agreement soon to resolve its internal issues. Secondly, the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of Libya needs to be safeguarded. The peace process must be fully Libyan-led and Libyan- owned, with no imposition or external interference. Thirdly, the provisions of the ceasefire agreement and the successive Security Council resolutions need to be respected. It is important that the call of the Libyan parties be honoured with regard to the full and complete withdrawal of foreign forces and mercenaries. In that context, we welcome the progress made in the implementation of the action plan agreed by the 5+5 Joint Military Commission. The recent deportation of mercenaries from eastern Libya is a welcome development.”
2022-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8952 (2022) · source
“At the same time, we also note from the briefing that challenges still remain. The involvement of external forces in the internal affairs of Libya has negatively impacted the progress on the political trac, and there has been resurgence in terrorist activity. Continued violations of the arms embargo are also equally alarming. As Libya embarks on its journey towards peace and stability, it is incumbent upon the international community to continue to provide the necessary support so that the political progress achieved in the country does not whittle away. In that regard, I would like to make the following suggestions. First, Libya’s most important priority is holding the elections in a free, fair, inclusive and credible manner. A unified call from the Security Council would support that endeavour.”
2022-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8952 (2022) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo for her detailed briefing. I also thank Ms. Elham Saudi for her briefing and welcome the presence of Ambassador Taher Elsonni of Libya. We regret to note that the presidential and parliamentary elections could not be held as scheduled on 24 December 2021, as an objective endorsed by the Libyan people themselves. That could have been an important milestone in the political process, carrying forward the momentum generated by the signing of the ceasefire agreement in October 2020. We hope that all issues related to the elections and candidatures will be resolved in time and the elections will be conducted smoothly. It is important for the Security Council to support the democratic aspirations of the Libyan people.”
2022-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8952 (2022) · source
“The Committee also received a letter from Libya pertaining to the previously approved travel-ban exemption and limited assets-freeze exemption for Mr. Abu Zayd Umar Dorda; a response is under consideration. Concerning the sanctions list, the Committee received a third communication from the focal point for de-listing established pursuant to resolution 1730 (2006), in connection with the submission of a de-listing request by an individual. The focal point process is still ongoing. In conclusion, I would like to recall my intention to work proactively to organize a visit of the Committee to all the agreed areas of Libya, subject to logistical and security arrangements, as mentioned in the Committee’s annual reports for 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 (see S/2018/1176, S/2019/972, S/2020/1256 and S/2021/1058, respectively).”
2022-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8952 (2022) · source
“As to the arms embargo, the Committee received a vessel-inspection report from European Union Naval Force Mediterranean Operation IRINI. In relation to the assets freeze, the Committee received two notifications from Bahrain invoking paragraph 21 of resolution 1970 (2011). The Committee acknowledged receipt of one of the notifications, while a response to the other is still under consideration. With regard to the travel-ban measure, the Committee extended for a second time a six-month exemption request, granted for humanitarian purposes, to three individuals on the Committee’s list — Ms. Safia Farkash Al-Barassi, Ms. Aisha Al-Qadhafi and Mr. Mohammed Al-Qadhafi. The Committee received a travel notification from Ms. Aisha Al-Qadhafi, under the aforementioned travel-ban exemption.”
2022-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8952 (2022) · source
“The interim report, which highlights aspects related to the implementation of the travel ban, assets freezes, the arms embargo and measures in relation to attempts to illicitly export petroleum, including references to incidents of non-compliance, was submitted to the Security Council on 15 December 2021. During the informal consultations held on 16 December 2021, which was organized in response to a communication received from the Libyan Investment Authority (LIA), a listed entity, the Committee received a briefing from the LIA on issues pertaining to asset- freeze implementation. Remarks were also made by the representative of Libya. In the interactive discussion that followed, Committee members emphasized the importance of preserving the integrity and value of the Libyan frozen assets for the benefit of the Libyan people.”
2022-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8952 (2022) · source
“Mr. Tirumurti: In accordance with paragraph 24 (e) of resolution 1970 (2011), of 26 February 2011, I have the honour to report to the Security Council on the work of the Committee established by the same resolution. The report covers the period from 25 November 2021 to 24 January 2022, during which time the Committee held two informal consultations and conducted additional work by silence procedure. Allow me to begin by noting that the annual report on the work of the Committee for 2021 is available in document S/2021/1058. During the informal consultations held on 1 December 2021, the Committee heard a presentation by the Coordinator of the Panel of Experts on the interim report of the Panel, submitted to the Committee on 22 November 2021 in accordance with resolution 2571 (2021), and discussed the recommendation contained therein.”
2022-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8952 (2022) · source
“The visit of Colombia’s Vice President and Foreign Minister, Ms. Marta Lucía Ramírez, to India in October, preceded by the visit of India’s Minister of State for External Affairs and Culture, Ms. Meenakshi Lekhi, to Colombia in September, has further contributed to strengthening and expanding India-Colombia bilateral ties. As a long- standing friend and partner of Colombia, India will continue to stand in solidarity with the people and the Government of Colombia. In conclusion, I would like to emphasize that, while the peace process in Colombia continues to be a source of inspiration, the international community needs to continue with its responsibility to support the Government and the people of Colombia in their journey to consolidate and sustain peace.”
2022-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8951 (2022) · source
“However, there are still certain aspects of the peace agreement that face impediments in implementation. The disputes between illegal armed groups, including various Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia- Ejército del Pueblo dissident groups over territorial control and strategic illegal trafficking routes, remain a concern. Those disputes have aggravated violence, particularly in areas affected by the conflict, and this needs to cease completely. Threats, killings and subsequent displacement of cooperative members is having disruptive effects on the reintegration initiatives. It is reassuring that the Colombian authorities are taking suitable measures to implement the security, housing and land guarantees enshrined in the Agreement. For India, Colombia is an important bilateral partner in Latin America.”
2022-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8951 (2022) · source
“The first indictments from the Special Jurisdiction for Peace, new convictions by the Special Investigations Unit and continuing protection measures by the National Protection Unit reflect the progress made in the sphere of transitional justice. That has been duly recognized with the closure of International Criminal Court’s preliminary examination on Colombia, active since 2004. We are hopeful that these developments will permit increased support for the peace process, including for the reintegration of former combatants. The implementation of the peace agreement and the reintegration process have maintained an overall positive trajectory. For that, we appreciate the Colombian Government for its strong commitment to giving effect to the provisions of the peace agreement.”
2022-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8951 (2022) · source
“The progress made in the implementation of the agreement, especially in the past three months, is reassuring. As Colombia heads for congressional elections in March, the enactment of the law creating 16 special transitional electoral districts for peace has provided an important opportunity for historically excluded populations to participate in the elections. It is also heartening to see that a record number of 202 women candidates have filed their nominations for the elections. We are pleased to see that political alliances have included the implementation of the peace agreement within their policy priorities and agenda platforms. It is also encouraging to witness renewed activism in the legislature, with ruling coalition members and opposition presenting draft bills on issues related to the implementation of the peace agreement.”
2022-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8951 (2022) · source
“At the outset, let me join others in welcoming the participation of Mr. Archila, Presidential Adviser for Stabilization and Consolidation of Colombia, in today’s Security Council meeting. I thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Ruiz Massieu for his briefing. We appreciate his involvement and contribution to the ongoing process in Colombia. I also thank Ms. Giraldo for her briefing. This is the first time we are meeting since November 2021, the fifth anniversary of the historic Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace. We join others in congratulating the people of Colombia on the rapid strides they continue to make on the path to peace and development since the signing of the agreement to end the conflict and forge a lasting peace.”
2022-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8951 (2022) · source
“India stands in solidarity with the United Arab Emirates and extends its full support for an unequivocal condemnation of that terror attack by the Council. It is important that the Council stand united in sending a clear signal against such heinous acts of terror.”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“We call upon the United Nations and international community, in particular the Middle East Quartet, to prioritize the revival of those negotiations. As a friend of Israel and Palestine, India will continue to support all efforts towards achieving a comprehensive and lasting two-State solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and stands ready to contribute constructively to such efforts. Before I conclude, let me also express my strong condemnation of the recent terror attack in Abu Dhabi in which two Indians tragically lost their lives. Such an attack on innocent civilians and civilian infrastructure is completely unacceptable. It is a blatant violation of international law and also goes against all civilized norms.”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“The full and immediate implementation of those measures and continued high-level interactions must be accompanied by a clear road map for the early resumption of direct negotiations on all final-status issues. We believe that to be the best path towards achieving the goal of a two- State solution. India has consistently called for direct peace negotiations between Israel and Palestine, based on the internationally agreed framework and taking into account the legitimate aspirations of the Palestinian people for statehood and Israel’s legitimate security concerns. The absence of such direct talks on key political issues has asymmetrical costs for both Israelis and Palestinians and does not augur well for long-term peace in the region.”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“In that regard, we are encouraged by the expansion of direct contacts between the Israeli and Palestinian leadership. The recent meeting between Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and the Israeli Minister of Defense, Benjamin Gantz, as well as the subsequent Israeli announcement to continue the advancement of socioeconomic measures in addition to those determined in their previous meetings, such as the advancing of the transfer of tax payments and status approvals and so on, are welcome developments. Such initiatives, which are in the interests of both parties, help maintain stability and discourage the possible recurrence of terror and violence.”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“We remain deeply concerned by recent developments in the West Bank, Jerusalem and Gaza. Violent attacks on civilians have increased in recent weeks. Acts of destruction and provocation continue. New settlement units have been announced. We call upon the parties to immediately make concrete efforts to reverse those actions. Such unilateral measures unduly alter the status quo on the ground, undercut the viability of the two-State solution and pose serious challenges to the resumption of peace talks. They must be eschewed. The international community must also send a strong signal against any step that would prevent the possibility of durable peace between Israel and Palestine in the near future. It is extremely important to prevent actions that undermine confidence-building measures. The parties must focus on constructive measures.”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“India’s developmental partnership with the Palestinian Authority in its nation-building efforts and our financial assistance to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East is a reflection of that support. I would like to focus on two key issues today: the urgent necessity for reversing the negative trends on the ground and the need for a road map for the resumption of direct political negotiations. Resolution 2334 (2016) was adopted by the Council to reaffirm the international community’s firm commitment to preventing the erosion of the two- State solution. It calls upon parties to prevent all acts of violence against civilians; stresses that all settlement activities must cease; and underscores the need to exert collective efforts to launch credible negotiations on all final status issues.”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“I would like to thank the Special Coordinator for the Middle East Process, Mr. Tor Wennesland, for his briefing. I also thank the other briefers, Mr. Gidon Bromberg and Ms. Nada Majdalani from EcoPeace, for their comments. I welcome to this meeting His Excellency the Minister for Foreign Affairs of the State of Palestine and the Ambassador for Israel to the United Nations. Allow me, at the outset, to reiterate India’s firm and unwavering commitment to the peaceful resolution of the Palestine issue. India supports a negotiated two-State solution leading to the establishment of a sovereign, independent and viable State of Palestine living within secure and recognized borders, side by side and at peace with Israel.”
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“To counter this phenomenon, we require a sincere, committed, non-discriminatory and collective effort through a whole-of-society approach. In conclusion, I would like to paraphrase an eminent Indian philosopher Swami Vivekananda and reiterate that just as a bird cannot fly with one wing, durable peace and development cannot be achieved without the other half being equally invested.”
2022-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8949 (2022) · source