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“We welcome the engagement between Djibouti and Eritrea and encourage them to engage in further efforts to resolve the remaining challenges in their bilateral relationship. With regard to Somalia, we strongly condemn the 9 November terrorist attack in Mogadishu and express our deepest sympathy and condolences to the families of the victims and to the people and the Government of Somalia. That horrific act of violence reminds us of the fragility of Somalia's security situation and the importance of making every effort to preserve its hard- earned stability. Along with that, we are very pleased to be able to recognize the Federal Government's achievements in its efforts to rebuild its conflict-torn nation. We commend and support the comprehensive reform agenda and vision for development of Somalia's leadership.”
2018-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8398 (2018) · source
“They unquestionably have far-reaching implications for the security and prosperity of the broader region, and we must ensure that these gains are consolidated. In that regard, we welcome the Secretary- General's decision to expand the mandate of the Special Envoy for the Sudan and South Sudan to cover the Horn of Africa as well. Closer collaboration between the United Nations, the African Union and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development will enable us to build on the recent strides that have been made towards peace and security and enhance subregional strategies to address security and development issues. Diplomacy, mediation, confidence-building and dialogue, together with development investments, are the sure ways to resolve the existing disputes between countries.”
2018-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8398 (2018) · source
“Wejoin the international community in recognizing and commending the efforts of Ethiopia's new leadership to initiate and promote a constructive and forward-looking dynamism at the regional level, aimed at enabling the nations of the region to advance towards a long-awaited, peaceful and prosperous future. The countries of the Horn of Africa have demonstrated a resolute capacity and commitment to finding solutions to regional problems. While we commend the fast progress that has been made, we are mindful of the perils as well as the challenges and impediments that lie ahead in the work of creating durable peace and prosperity in the region. It is important that the United Nations and its States Members and international organizations meaningfully support the momentous changes that are rapidly unfolding.”
2018-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8398 (2018) · source
“First, we would like to thank the delegation of United Kingdom for drafting today's very important resolution (resolution 2444 (2018)). We also welcome the representatives of Somalia, Eritrea and Djibouti in the Chamber. We would like to highlight that this year has been marked by unprecedented positive and very welcome developments in the Horn of Africa. In the last few months, we have witnessed the historic rapprochement among countries of the region, led by the great vision and determined political will of their leaders. Today we see the fruitful results of courageous choices made by the States ofthe region to close an era of long-protracted tensions, conflict and competition, and which have instead paved the way for a new era of peaceful and mutually-beneficial cooperation.”
2018-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8398 (2018) · source
“We also consider it important that closing the file on missing Kuwaiti and third-country nationals and missing Kuwaiti property, including the national archives, will contribute to normalizing relations between the two brotherly countries. We ask the tripartite mechanism to persevere and remain seized of the matter. The world community should remain committed to supporting the Government and the people of Iraq in their various historic endeavours, and Kazakhstan will be a strong partner in the multilateral action and process. We again thank outgoing Special Representative Jan Kubis for his dedication and contribution to the settlement of Iraqi issues and wish him all the best in his future endeavours.”
2018-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8396 (2018) · source
“We endorse the view and resolve of Special Representative Kubis that determining the circumstances surrounding the significant loss of life will be an important step in the mourning process for families and along their journey to secure their right to truth andjustice. We welcome UNAMI's communication with the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Iraq and the Embassy of Kuwait in Baghdad to schedule an official handover of the first package of the located Kuwaiti property. We praise the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Iraq for its readiness to surrender Kuwaiti property to UNAMI to be safeguarded until the date of the transfer is set by the parties.”
2018-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8396 (2018) · source
“We also appreciate the commitment of the Special Representative to engage the youth in training for democracy building and other developmental activities. Community awareness and constructive programmes are especially critical to prevent young people from relapsing into violent extremism. We were saddened and horrified to learn of the more than 200 mass graves containing the remains of thousands of victims in areas of the country formerly controlled by Da'esh. We strongly condemn those horrific crimes committed in Iraq, which have caused immense and unimaginable trauma for the victims' families. That tragedy once again confirms that all measures must be taken so that such evil is completely wiped out and not allowed to appear elsewhere.”
2018-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8396 (2018) · source
“We strongly condemn the recent deadly bombings that targeted the residential areas of Baghdad and Sadr City, and we wish speedy recovery to those injured. Undoubtedly, those crimes and acts aim to break the spirit of the Iraqis, in particular Baghdadis, who have started to enjoy the fruits of peace and who fear the derailment of their country's steady progress towards stability. The unity of people and decisive efforts of the security forces are certain to foil the designs of terrorists. We commend UNAMI for its efforts to work with civil society, especially women's groups, for Iraq's recovery. Women, once empowered, can make a dynamic contribution to the peace process, with a leading role in decision-making and mobilizing the grass roots.”
2018-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8396 (2018) · source
“We hope that senior officials of Iraq will make an important contribution to the prevention of religious and inter-tribal tensions in the country. Kazakhstan reaffirms its position on the adherence to territorial integrity, unity and respect for the sovereignty of Iraq. We certainly support continued and constructive dialogue between the federal Government of Iraq and the regional Government of Iraqi Kurdistan. We commend the fact that the Government continues the process of electing senior officials despite the tense situation in the Middle East, the threats posed by Da'esh and the difficult internal socioeconomic situation. We feel confident the new Iraqi Government will strive to pursue an independent foreign policy and pay no attention to the interests of various political parties and outside forces.”
2018-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8396 (2018) · source
“Kazakhstan extends its sincere congratulations to the Parliament, people and all political actors in Iraq on their efforts to overcome serious challenges and build Government institutions. We acknowledge that these are bold steps towards strengthening democracy, State-building and consolidating Iraqi society around the country's Constitution. Kazakhstan expresses the hope that, as a matter of priority, the new Government of Iraq will take measures to restore social and economic structures and meet the urgent needs of the local population. Kazakhstan calls on the representatives of various political parties to support the newly appointed Prime Minister. Their support is essential to improve the social status of citizens, meet the needs of the people and strengthen the Iraqi economy.”
2018-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8396 (2018) · source
“We would like to express special thanks to Mr. Jan Kubis, Special Representative of the Secretary-General, for his productive and effective work for more than three years in his capacity as Head ofthe United Nations Assistance Mission in Iraq (UNAMI) at a critical time for Iraq. Kazakhstan commends his skilful and persistent efforts to cope with multiple challenges and help guide Iraq on a positive track towards recovery and development. We support the UNAMI's endeavours to assist the Iraqi people, promote political dialogue, and establish Government institutions. We congratulate Iraq on the election of its new President, His Excellency Mr. Barham Salih, the appointment of Prime-Minister-designate Adil Abdul- Mahdi and the partial formation of his new Cabinet.”
2018-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8396 (2018) · source
“As Chair, I would like to thank all Member States for their cooperation with the Committee, its Monitoring Team and the Office of the Ombudsperson.”
2018-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8364 (2018) · source
“The purpose of that exercise is to keep the sanctions list updated by reviewing the names of individuals and entities that lack identifiers, individuals who are reportedly deceased and entities that are reportedly defunct, as well as any other names that have not been reviewed in three or more years. I thank the Member States that have provided information, as it has proven challenging to obtain responses from all relevant Member States. In addition to the regular reviews, the Monitoring Team updates list entries based on information provided by Member States. We encourage Member States to keep the Team informed. I also urge those Member States that have not done so to submit the implementation reports mandated under the relevant resolutions.”
2018-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8364 (2018) · source
“I encourage Member States that are not members of the Security Council to share any queries and concerns with the Committee, the Monitoring Team and the Office of the Ombudsperson. I would like to take this opportunity to call upon Member States to continue their engagement with the Committee and the Monitoring Team, as this is essential to maintaining an up-to-date and dynamic sanctions list and fundamental to effective cooperation with the sanctions regime. In that regard, I would like to note that the Committee is conducting its annual review for 2017.”
2018-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8364 (2018) · source
“Since the lastjoint briefing to the Council, the Committee has decided to delist three individuals and retain three individuals on the basis of reports submitted by the Ombudsperson. Currently, three requests for delisting are pending with the Office of the Ombudsperson; two cases are in the information-gathering period and one case is being discussed. The Committee welcomes the fact that Mr. Daniel Kipfer Fasciati has recently taken up his duties as Ombudsperson of the ISIL/Da'esh and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee. The Committee looks forward to cooperating with the Ombudsperson, considering the important role of his Office. In the reporting period, I held two briefings to interested Member States, on 17 October 2017 and on 2 August 2018, respectively. The last briefing was a joint event for both the 1267 and the 1988 Committees.”
2018-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8364 (2018) · source
“I also conducted visits to Singapore and Malaysia in August 2017 and to the Philippines in March this year to exchange information on the ISIL threat in the region, as well as to explore how the sanctions regime can support the South-East Asian countries dealing with ISIL, Al-Qaida and their affiliates. The Committee maintains its sanctions list, updated tofacilitatetheimplementationofthesanctionsmeasures. Since the lastjoint briefing in May 2017, 13 individuals and 7 entities have been listed. Five individuals have been delisted. The Committee approved amendments to the existing list entries of 16 individuals and 6 entities. As of today, there are 263 individuals and 82 entities on the ISIL and Al-Qaida sanctions list.”
2018-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8364 (2018) · source
“In that context, in my capacity as Chair of both the 1267 Committee and the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1988 (2011), I visited Afghanistan last year on 29 and 30 October. I was accompanied by representatives from the Committee and the Monitoring Team. The visit was facilitated by the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan with the objective of obtaining first-hand accounts regarding the implementation and effectiveness of sanctions measures, and to promote enhanced dialogue and the engagement of Afghan interlocutors with the Committees.”
2018-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8364 (2018) · source
“On 21 December 2017, the Security Council adopted resolution 2396 (2017), which underscored the threat posed by returning and relocating foreign terrorist fighters, created new obligations for Member States to help detect terrorists' travels and directed the Committee to devote special focus on the threat posed by foreign terrorist fighters. For all of those resolutions, it is crucial that Member States engage with and provide updated information to the Committee and the Monitoring Team on the evolving nature of the threat, including foreign terrorist fighters, listed individuals and entities, and the status of the implementation of the sanctions measures. In order to enhance the full and effective implementation of the sanctions, the Committee also undertakes visits to selected countries.”
2018-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8364 (2018) · source
“In resolution 2388 (2017), adopted in November 2017, the Council reiterated its condemnation of all acts of trafficking, particularly the sale or trade in persons undertaken by ISIL, and underscored the importance of collecting and preserving evidence relating to such acts in order to ensure that those responsible can be held accountable. The Council also requested the Monitoring Team to continue including in its discussions the issue of trafficking in persons in areas of armed conflict and the use of sexual violence in armed conflict, as it relates to ISIL and Al-Qaida, and to report to the 1267 (1999) Committee on those discussions, as appropriate.”
2018-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8364 (2018) · source
“In resolution 2379 (2017) of September 2017, the Council requested the creation of an investigative team, headed by a special adviser, to support domestic efforts or investigations carried out by authorities in third countries, at their request, in order to hold ISIL accountable for acts that may amount to war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide committed by the terrorist group in Iraq. The Council further requested the Investigative Team to cooperate with the Monitoring Team and with any other relevant monitoring bodies. I met with the Special Adviser, Mr. Karim Asad Ahmad Khan, to discuss ways in which the Committee can assist the Investigative Team with its mandate.”
2018-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8364 (2018) · source
“Against that background, neighbouring countries have expressed concern over the ongoing terrorist threat emanating from Afghanistan and increasing numbers of ISIL fighters relocating to Afghanistan from Syria and Iraq. The evolving threat is also reflected in the adoption of a number of new resolutions by the Council that have expanded the work of the Committee and the Monitoring Team. In July 2017, the Council adopted resolution 2368 (2017) to renew the assets freeze, travel ban and arms embargo affecting all individuals and entities on the ISIL and Al-Qaida sanctions list. In the same resolution, the Council extended the mandates of the Monitoring Team and the Office of the Ombudsperson until 17 December 2021.”
2018-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8364 (2018) · source
“As of June, the strength of ISIL in Iraq and the Syrian Arab Republic is assessed to be between 20,000 and 30,000 members, roughly equally distributed between the two countries. Foreign terrorist fighters represent a significant component of the group. Returnees and relocating fighters pose a threat in several regions, including Iraq, the Syrian Arab Republic, Central Asia and North Africa. Therefore, enhanced information-sharing among Member States is required. At the same time, in Afghanistan ISIL is estimated to number between 3,500 and 4,000 fighters. The group is trying to expand its presence, despite pressure from the Afghan National Defence and Security Forces and the international coalition.”
2018-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8364 (2018) · source
“Despite having been defeated militarily in Iraq and the Syrian Arab Republic in 2017, ISIL rallied in early 2018 and still controls small pockets of territory in Syria. The group was able to extract some oil and to mount attacks, including across the Iraqi border. Meanwhile, Al-Qaida remains resilient in the Syrian Arab Republic, where the Al-Nusra Front for the People of the Levant may now be the strongest terrorist group. Al-Qaida and its affiliates are stronger than ISIL in Yemen, Somalia and parts of West Africa, while its alliance with the Taliban and other terrorist groups in Afghanistan is firm, despite rivalry from the local ISIL affiliate. The sustained coalition of terrorist groups in Mali and the Sahel is a source of concern and could supply a model for future cooperation and exchange among terrorists in other regions.”
2018-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8364 (2018) · source
“Since the previous joint briefing to the Council in May 2017 (see S/PV.7936), the Committee has continued to devote special focus to the evolving threat to international peace and security posed by the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL/Da'esh), Al-Qaida and affiliates. The response to the threat must be comprehensive and coordinated, and employ a range of tools. The 1267 sanctions regime is an important part of the toolbox and the Committee stays engaged with Member States to ensure its effective implementation. According to the latest report (see S/2018/705) of the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team, the threat posed by ISIL/Da'esh, Al-Qaida and affiliates has further evolved over the past year.”
2018-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8364 (2018) · source
“Since this is the first official meeting under your presidency, Mr. President, I would like to congratulate Bolivia on its assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of October and to wish you successful work. Likewise, we would like to commend the United States delegation for its very capable stewardship of the work of the Security Council during the month of September. On behalf of the Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (Da'esh), Al-Qaida and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and entities, I would like to give a brief overview of developments in the work of the Committee, as requested in paragraph 46 of resolution 2368 (2017).”
2018-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8364 (2018) · source
“We emphasize that all obligations under international humanitarian law must be respected by all parties, who must also take responsibility to mitigate the humanitarian situation by cooperating fully with the United Nations and the relevant humanitarian agencies.”
2018-09-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8361 (2018) · source
“Lowcock's call to boost commercial imports of food, fuel and humanitarian supplies through all of Yemen's ports. We also appeal for the mobilization of emergency services and adequate funding to relieve the population from famine. At the same time, it is critical to seek new and support all existing confidence-building measures in the humanitarian sphere. Finally, Kazakhstan welcomes the decision of the coalition to keep open all Yemeni ports, including Al-Hudaydah and Saleef, to allow humanitarian and commercial cargo to enter without restriction. Maintaining the flow of imports is essential for humanitarian cases, especially in the light of the rise in unemployment, the non-payment of salaries to public sector employees for over two years and the devaluation of the Yemeni rial, as well as rocketing food and fuel prices.”
2018-09-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8361 (2018) · source
“We therefore note and welcome the coordinated efforts of the stakeholder arrangement - namely, the United Nations agencies, non-governmental organizations and Gulf countries 4 to provide humanitarian assistance to the people of Yemen. Kazakhstan salutes the selfless work of the humanitarian partners who have been providing food, water, emergency kits, cash and health care. We regret that two-thirds of the Yemeni population still require protection from malnutrition, cholera and other diseases, which have killed or afflicted thousands of civilians, especially after the very hot summer season. My delegation expresses hope that critical health infrastructure and water stations will be thoroughly protected to serve the local populations. Secondly, we fully agree with Mr.”
2018-09-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8361 (2018) · source
“I join others in thanking the Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs, Mr. Mark Lowcock, for his clear and comprehensive update. We convey our readiness to extend our support to his activities. We also express our deep appreciation to him and the staff of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs for working tirelessly in one of the worst humanitarian crises in the world. Kazakhstan is closely following recent developments and would like to make the following observations. First, we voice our support for the repeated calls of the United Nations on all parties to save civilian lives, prevent deaths and injuries and allow for freedom of movement.”
2018-09-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8361 (2018) · source
“It should be based, as we always say in the Council, on the inalienable rights of Palestinians to statehood and Israel's right to security.”
2018-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8358 (2018) · source
“My delegation also appreciates the efforts of the Russian Federation and Egypt to ensure intra-Palestinian consolidation and urges all Palestinian political parties and movements to integrate into one national political structure. Kazakhstan calls upon the Middle East Quartet - the United States, Russia, the European Union and the United Nations - to revive the work of that international body. We believe that resuming the Quartet's indispensable negotiations on the Middle East settlement will help to consolidate multilateral efforts for a peaceful settlement of this conflict. Lastly, we call upon the leaders of Israel, Palestine and all other involved parties to take concrete steps to preserve the possibility of peaceful coexistence and the solution of two States existing side by side.”
2018-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8358 (2018) · source
“With regard to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, Kazakhstan reiterates the critical need of supporting that important entity in the light of its very significant work, especially since the situation in Gaza is desperate. Over a decade of blockade has deprived the people of their basic rights and left over two-thirds of the population dependent on humanitarian aid. My country also underscores the importance of achieving intra-Palestinian unity. It is absolutely vital to bring all Palestinian factions together and to unite them under a legitimate and democratic Palestinian Authority.”
2018-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8358 (2018) · source
“The deliberate policy of demolishing Palestinian buildings and expanding settlements in the West Bank and in East Jerusalem, and the transfer ofthose lands for the exclusive use by one party, undermine the viability of the two-State solution. In that regard, we are concerned by the intention of the Israeli authorities to demolish a Bedouin village that is home to a community of 181 people. Such actions undermine the establishment of a viable Palestinian State. At the same time, Kazakhstan is alarmed at the announcement by the Israeli Civil Administration of the plan to expand the illegal Israeli settlement of Tina Omarim in the town of Al-Dahriyeh, in the southern occupied West Bank district of Hebron. We call on the Israeli authorities to halt the demolition and stop efforts to resettle Palestinian communities in the West Bank.”
2018-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8358 (2018) · source
“We have carefully followed the latest news on the implementation of resolution 2334 (2016). Since we too signed the letter of 14 May on the reporting on the implementation of that resolution, we note that no written report has been circulated for this meeting, as requested in our joint letter. We all welcomed the circulation of a written report on 14 June, and we believe that it is important to continue with the standard practice. We look forward to receiving a written report ahead of the next reporting period in December. Kazakhstan calls on both sides to honour their respective commitments under all Security Council resolutions that have been adopted over the 50 years since 1967. The Council must ensure compliance with resolution 2334 (2016). We therefore call in particular for a complete freeze on the construction of settlements.”
2018-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8358 (2018) · source
“I thank Special Coordinator Mladenov for his very comprehensive and objective update on the implementation of resolution 2334 (2016). We are closely following his negotiations with the key countries on this issue. In particular, we appreciate Mr. Mladenov's meetings with politicians of the Israeli, Palestinian and regional leadership, as well as Russian and European Union diplomats, in an attempt to restore calm and expand the range of humanitarian assistance provided to that troubled zone. We echo the warnings of the United Nations that there is a cycle of conflicts in the Middle East that are a cause for serious concern. They are raising tensions at all levels and in numerous contexts, including the situations in Syria, Yemen and the Palestinian- Israeli conflict.”
2018-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8358 (2018) · source
“Finally, we would like to pay tribute to Special Envoy Haysom and the Ethiopian military contingent for their dedication to and laudable efforts in preserving peace and stability in the Abyei Area, and we assure them of Kazakhstan's full support.”
2018-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8357 (2018) · source
“We therefore generally support the Secretary-General's proposals to make several changes to the UNISFA concept with regard to its military, police and civilian components. At the same time, any decision on such a reconfiguration should be made in discussion and by agreement among the two countries. We also underscore the importance ofthe suggestion to foster the nexus between peace and development by implementing programmes that would benefit both communities, and we join the Secretary-General's call on donors to allocate funding for projects that focus on development and reconciliation. We hope that those recommendations will be accepted during the renewal of the UNISFA mandate.”
2018-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8357 (2018) · source
“We underscore the important role of the UNISFA police component in maintaining law and order through community-based interactive patrols and the capacity-building of community protection committees. UNISFA should continue its negotiations with both sides to establish community protection committees in northern Abyei, as well as to support joint peace committee meetings. Despite some delays in the operationalization of the Joint Border Verification and Monitoring Mechanism (J BVMM), the two Governments have made important steps towards the full functioning of the Mechanism. We reiterate that the Mechanism plays a critical role in maintaining stability in Abyei and in preventing confrontations along the Sudan-South Sudan border.”
2018-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8357 (2018) · source
“We note the importance of the work carried out by the African Union High- Level Implementation Panel under the leadership of President Mbeki to provide political support to advance implementation of the agreements. We are worried that, despite the stable security situation, there has been insufficient progress on the final status of Abyei. We therefore support the recommendations of the Secretary-General to enhance the mission's role in the settlement of border disputes and the final status of Abyei, in close collaboration with the African Union High-Level Implementation Panel. We commend UNISFA for successfully facilitating stability and reconciliation between the two communities and mitigating intercommunal violence in Abyei.”
2018-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8357 (2018) · source
“We express our appreciation to Under-Secretary-General Lacroix and Special Envoy Haysom for their comprehensive updates on the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) and for their efforts to support the Sudan and South Sudan in settling the outstanding issues between the two countries on Abyei. My delegation welcomes the Secretary- General's recommendations on the adjustment of the UNISFA mandate and would like to share the following observations. Kazakhstan considers that long-term stability and peace in Abyei can be achieved only through the full implementation of the Agreement between the Government of the Republic of the Sudan and the Sudan People's Liberation Movement on temporary arrangements for the administration and security of the Abyei Area of June 2011 and the cooperation agreement of September 2012.”
2018-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8357 (2018) · source
“Lastly, analysing events in recent days, Astana assesses that developments in the situation in Syria have created the basis for a qualitative change for the better - the final elimination of terrorists on the territory of the country, the beginning ofa real political process, the revival of economic activity and the return of refugees to their homeland.”
2018-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8355 (2018) · source
“Kazakhstan is concerned about the safety and protection of civilians in Syria's rural Deir ez-Zor governorate, where fighting has displaced more than 20,000 people since July. As we know, recently 53 people were killed and 100 injured in air strikes on residential areas in the Abu Kamal district. Internally displaced people have settled in makeshift camps in the governorate and are in urgent need of humanitarian assistance. Nearly 200,000 displaced people have returned to Deir ez-Zor since November 2017. We commend the United Nations on its efforts to ensure safe access for humanitarian aid workers so as to reach people in need. We call on all sides not to block aid and to make every effort to protect civilians and civilian infrastructure.”
2018-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8355 (2018) · source
“Like the guarantors of the Astana process, we all need to make every effort to ensure that the civilian population does not suffer because ofthe struggle that must be continued against terrorist organizations. We also urge all sides to act with prudence with regard to the so-called threat of the use of chemical weapons, by either side so as to avert any further political or humanitarian crises. We highly commend the visit of Emergency Relief Coordinator Mark Lowcock to Damascus on 28 August to engage with the Government of Syria on how best to further scale up the collective humanitarian response. We call on the international community to provide additional financial support and the resources that are urgently needed to respond to a potential military escalation in the north-west of the country.”
2018-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8355 (2018) · source
“We welcome his consultations on 14 September in Geneva with the delegations of the so-called small group to facilitate the broader dimension of our collective effort. Although that meeting did not end in tangible results, such consultations should be continued, as they are a clear confirmation that the world community intends to find a peaceful way out of the Syrian crisis. Likewise, an innovative regional paradigm is needed to support both the Geneva and Astana processes in order to uphold the ceasefire and promote the peace process. We note with satisfaction the fact that the negotiations in Geneva agreed on the number of candidates for the constitutional committee. We support Mr. De Mistura's efforts to proceed with the launch of the work of that important body. The situation in Syria is very difficult.”
2018-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8355 (2018) · source
“Kazakhstan is pleased to note that the work carried out by the guarantors is undoubtedly aimed at preventing escalation in Idlib, because no one wants war. In that regard, Kazakhstan welcomes the memorandum signed on 17 September in Sochi by the Defence Ministries of Russia and Turkey on the stabilization of the situation in the de-escalation zone of Idlib in Syria. We support the creation of a demilitarized buffer zone in Syria's Idlib province to separate Government forces from rebel fighters based there. We commend Turkey and Russia on the breakthrough decision to enforce the demilitarized zone by 15 October. Now we look forward to the implementation of the agreement by all parties engaged in the deal. We commend the Special Envoy's attempts to involve various States of the Middle East, the Gulf region and Europe in the process.”
2018-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8355 (2018) · source
“Mr. Umarov (Kazakhstan) (spoke in Russian): At the outset, I wish to extend our sincerest condolences to our colleagues and friends of the Russian delegation with regard to the tragedy of the downing of the aircraft that had military personnel on board. We are deeply troubled by that tragedy, and we extend our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of the dead, as well as the colleagues of those who died. (spoke in English) We thank Special Envoy De Mistura and Under- Secretary-General Lowcock for their comprehensive and very informative briefings. It is gratifying to learn that, despite the problems with regard to Idlib, we have made substantial progress in the political process towards resolving the conflict.”
2018-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8355 (2018) · source
“We therefore welcome the joint efforts of UNAMA and UNICEF to address that challenge. Finally, my country is pleased that UNAMA, the Government of Afghanistan and the international community have continued to maintain a close partnership, which is vital to ensuring sustainable peace and stability in the country. Kazakhstan will continue to support the brotherly people of Afghanistan in fulfilling their aspirations for peace, prosperity and security, and believes that the timely holding of parliamentary elections will promote the conditions for achieving such goals.”
2018-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8354 (2018) · source
“In addition, the Government of Kazakhstan has decided to allocate additional scholarships for Afghan women for the period 2019- 2020, which is a continuation of Kazakhstan's initiative to educate 1,000 Afghan civilian specialists through a $50 million special educational programme. The plight of Afghan children remains severely affected by the escalation of the conflict. To that end, the Government of Afghanistan has taken many commendable steps to ensure that its national security forces are child-free. It is also promoting age-assessment guidelines that we hope will be widely implemented. However, Kazakhstan is alarmed about the fact that the current reporting period again recorded a high number of child casualties, with the use of boys who were reportedly recruited by terrorist organizations.”
2018-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8354 (2018) · source
“In that vein, earlier this month in Astana, we organized a regional conference on the theme "Empowering women in Afghanistan", which focused on achieving sustainable economic growth by expanding the capabilities of Afghan women and developing their business activities through regional cooperation, with emphasis on the role of education and new knowledge. Its outcome declaration envisages ways of improving the living and educational conditions of Afghan women and girls, as well as expanding their rights and opportunities, including in the political and economic spheres. As for results, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and the European Union will soon launch a joint pilot project to provide training for Afghan women in Kazakh and Uzbek universities.”
2018-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8354 (2018) · source
“In that regard, we support all projects to empower that idea, such as the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India pipeline, the Lapis Lazuli Corridor and the One Belt-One Road initiative, which could not only bring about economic growth and prosperity, but could also enhance security and stability in the region. Kazakhstan will continue to contribute to bilateral, regional and multilateral action for the recovery, stability, peace and progress of Afghanistan. With regard to the human dimension, Kazakhstan is deeply convinced that women, along with youth, occupy a central place in the entire cycle of conflict prevention.”
2018-09-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8354 (2018) · source