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“This issue needs to be continuously addressed by the Council, the United Nations and bilateral and multilateral partners, as well as the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund and other international institutions. Such collective effort is needed for the development work that must be rigorously undertaken. We also commendtheregionalhostcountries fortheir assistance and reiterate that the repatriation of refugees must be voluntary and in accordance with the principles of respect and dignity, as enshrined in international and human rights law. The close coordination between the United Nations, the African Union and subregional structures would have a significant impact on the political and humanitarian dimensions.”
2018-08-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8325 (2018) · source
“The work of the joint technical working group is also crucial in promoting confidence-building measures. We encourage the regional and subregional organizations and the guarantors of the Arusha Agreement to redouble their efforts and contribute to finding a political solution to the current situation in country. That nationally owned process should be undertaken with respect for the sovereignty, political independence, territorial integrity and unity of Burundi. At the same time, while the security situation in Burundi is generally calm, a large number of internally displaced persons and thousands of refugees are in need of assistance.”
2018-08-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8325 (2018) · source
“We express hope that the forthcoming presidential elections in 2020 will be held in a peaceful, free, fair, transparent and inclusive manner, with the participation and broad consensus of all stakeholders. Only such an approach would ensure durable peace, and it should be supported by the international community. We also emphasize the importance of respecting the fundamental rights and freedoms of all citizens, and reaffirm the primary responsibility of the Burundi Government for providing security, thereby protecting its population. We further stress the importance of the committed efforts of the African Union and the East African Community in revitalizing the political process in Burundi. We particularly support the activities of the facilitator, former President Benjamin Mkapa, and the mediator, President Museveni.”
2018-08-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8325 (2018) · source
“We thank the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Burundi, President Kafando, for his insightful briefing. Kazakhstan reiterates the importance of implementing the Arusha Peace and Reconciliation Agreement and of establishing meaningful inter-Burundian dialogue. Those, we can say, are the most important and the only viable instruments for a peaceful resolution of the political situation in Burundi. We therefore call on all parties to engage in direct and constructive cooperation with the aim of holding the next round of the dialogue. We commend the decision of the President of Burundi, Mr. Pierre Nkurunziza, not to run for another term, thereby helping to ease the political strain. This measure will certainly assist in sustaining peace, security and democracy in the country.”
2018-08-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8325 (2018) · source
“The information that we gathered enabled the Committee to act so as to enhance the implementation of the sanctions measures on Somalia and Eritrea. I would like to assure Council members that the Committee will continue its contribution to the Council's efforts to achieve durable peace and stability in Somalia and the Horn of Africa.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8322 (2018) · source
“I also proposed that the Committee discuss the recommendations made by the joint verification team in its first report of 1 May. The Committee met on 25 June. In that regard, the Committee has revised its implementation assistance notice on the arms embargo to include some of the recommendations made by joint verification team. As the delegation was unable to meet Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Somalia Michael Keating during our trip to Mogadishu, the Committee held informal consultations on 20 July, during which Mr. Keating shared his insights on peace and security matters in Somalia as they relate to the sanctions regime. In conclusion, this was an important visit during which the Committee gained invaluable insights into the current political and security situation pertaining to the Horn of Africa.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8322 (2018) · source
“Although that is commendable, it is the view of the Committee that the arms embargo should not be completely lifted until Somalia undergo political and security reforms, and creates strong institutions capable of securing an adequate level of weapons and ammunition management. All interlocutors cautioned against the premature withdrawal of the African Union Mission in Somalia from the country, as they believe that Somali forces are not yet ready to fully take over responsibility for their own security. The Committee fully endorsed other recommendations aimed at the strengthening and the implementation of the sanctions measures. As such, two notes verbales reminding Member States of their respective obligations under the terms of the arms embargoes and the charcoal ban were distributed respectively on 25 and 28 of June.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8322 (2018) · source
“The President of Somalia noted the importance of adequate implementation of the charcoal ban, while the Prime, Minister requested that the Committee sanction those individuals and entities responsible for receiving illicit Somali charcoal. The Committee will consider that request very seriously. With regard to regional dynamics, all interlocutors cited the destabilizing effects of the Yemen war on the stability of the region. The war has had an impact not only on arms flows, but also on commercial relations, investment, trade and tourism between Yemen and countries in the Horn of Africa. In terms of sanctions on Somalia, we observed the firm resolve of the Federal Government of Somalia to portray the new Administration in a new light of reforms and willingness to take responsibility for their security and future.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8322 (2018) · source
“The goal was to engage directly with the authorities to obtain first-hand information on the situation in the region, including on the implementation of sanctions measures on Somalia and Eritrea, and assess and the effectiveness of the measures and their implementation so as to promote peace and security in the Horn of Africa. While acknowledging and encouraging their efforts, particularly concerning notifications to the Committee, I reminded Somali officials of their obligations under the partial lifting of the arms embargo and the requirement to comply with them. With regard to the charcoal ban, the Somali authorities expressed serious concern about the continuing charcoal trade, which contributes to financing of the terrorist activities of Al-Shabaab.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8322 (2018) · source
“These views may have been the forerunner of the developments witnessed in recent days. I regret that Eritrea did not invite the delegation and did not take the opportunity to provide its views on the situation the Horn of Africa, including on the implementation of sanctions. I wish to reiterate the Committee's continued commitment to engaging with Eritrea. In this regard, I addressed a letter on behalf of the Committee to the Eritrean charge d'affaires of the Permanent Mission, in which 1 expressed the Committee's regret at the lack of response to the proposed visit to Asmara. I also called on the Eritrean authorities to cooperate with the Committee and the Somalia and Eritrea Monitoring Group. The visit to the region was a diplomatic and trust- building exercise.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8322 (2018) · source
“Today, my briefing will focus mainly on my May visit to Djibouti, Ethiopia and Somalia and ensuing Committee activities and decisions. The visit in May marked the first occasion since 2010 on which the Chair of the Committee has travelled to the Horn of Africa region. We received great cooperation from all countries we visited. All countries extended their welcome and cooperation at the highest possible level. All our interlocutors where frank in sharing with us their perspectives. The region is committed to continuing resolving issues and working towards further stability and enduring peace. When meeting with the delegation in Addis Ababa, the Ethiopian Prime Minister noted Ethiopia's principled position in resolving conflicts by peaceful means and expressed readiness to start a dialogue with Eritrea.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8322 (2018) · source
“The Committee also received two post-delivery confirmations from the Federal Government of Somalia pursuant to paragraphs 6 and 7 of resolution 2142 (2014), for which the Committee did not receive advance delivery notification. At the outset, I wish to welcome the signing of the Joint Declaration of Peace and Friendship on 9 July this year by the President of the State of Eritrea, Mr. Isaias Afwerki, and the Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Mr. Abiy Ahmed, and salute the commitment by both parties to opening a new chapter of cooperation and partnership. We also positively note the 28 July visit of Somalia President Mr. Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed Farmajo to Asmara on the invitation of the President of Eritrea.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8322 (2018) · source
“As mandated by sub-paragraph (g) of paragraph 11 of resolution 1844 (2008), I have the honour ofbriefing the Security Council in my capacity as Chair of the Sanctions Committee established pursuant to resolutions 751 (1992) and 1907 (2009) concerning Somalia and Eritrea, covering the period from 14 March to the end of July this year. During the reporting period, with regard to the arms embargo on Somalia, the Committee received 10 notifications pursuant to sub-paragraph (g) of paragraph 10 of resolution 2111 (2013), three notifications from Member States pursuant to paragraph 4 of resolution 2142 (2014) and two notifications from the Federal Government of Somalia pursuant to paragraphs 2 and 9 of resolution 2385 (2017).”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8322 (2018) · source
“Civilians wishing to flee the fighting should be allowed to do so without hindrance and in full dignity and safety, while those wishing to stay need to be protected. We need to ensure accountability and end impunity for those who perpetrate violations. The humanitarian crisis requires a holistic and comprehensive approach that goes beyond the mere delivery of aid. It is obvious that the military option is not a solution. Kazakhstan therefore assures its full support for the relaunching of the political negotiations through the Astana Process and its guarantor countries. That in turn would also lead to the mitigation of the humanitarian crisis. A durable solution can be reached only through an inclusive dialogue of all stakeholders, including women and young people.”
2018-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8320 (2018) · source
“Every effort must therefore be made to provide schooling, health care and social services so as not to have a lost generation, as they are the country's richest resource. Resolution 2165 (2014) and subsequent resolutions pertaining to cross-border operations and all other methods of delivery are also essential for a needs- based response. It is crucial to ensure safe, sustained and unimpeded humanitarian access for all civilians in need, especially children, if further deterioration of the humanitarian crisis is to be averted. That is particularly vital across conflict lines under circumstances of changed control. Kazakhstan endorses the Secretary-General's call to ensure that the necessary security guarantees are in place for the continued rapid and unimpeded delivery of assistance, which must be impartial and unbiased in character.”
2018-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8320 (2018) · source
“Last year was the deadliest for children since the beginning of the conflict, as a result of which 2 million Syrian children became refugees and 2.5 million were internally displaced. We therefore call on the parties to fulfil their obligations under international humanitarian law to reverse the growing number of child victims. Parties need to protect the civilian population and avoid attacking civilian infrastructure, especially schools and health facilities and their personnel. It is equally critical to implement the demining programme to save lives and prevent lifelong injuries. There is also a need for increased support for reintegration and rehabilitation programmes for children formerly associated with armed groups. Children have been the most vulnerable and affected victims of this seven-year conflict.”
2018-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8320 (2018) · source
“We thank Under- Secretary-General Mark Lowcock and Special Representative of the Secretary-General Virginia Gamba for their comprehensive and very informative briefings. While carefully studying the latest report of the Secretary-General (S/2018/724), we are also closely following developments on the ground. Kazakhstan is concerned about the humanitarian situation in south- western Syria. There can be no alleviation of the suffering without a political agreement in accordance with resolution 2254 (2015), the Geneva communique (S/2012/522, annex) and other platforms aimed at bringing peace to Syria. We are also alarmed at the significant increase in the scale, frequency and severity of grave violations affecting children in Syria.”
2018-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8320 (2018) · source
“We welcome the continuation of the peace talks between the Colombian Government and the last remaining guerrilla group, the Ejercito de Liberacion Nacional (ELN). However, Kazakhstan notes with regret that the hostile activity of militia groups in the Colombian-Ecuadorian border region has resulted in the killing of innocent people. We hope that during the sixth cycle of inclusive consultations, which started on 2 July, the Colombian Government and the ELN will be able to achieve a new bilateral ceasefire. We also urge Colombia's incoming administration to continue negotiations to that end. Lastly, Kazakhstan reiterates its firm commitment to the Colombian peace process and calls upon all interested parties to do their best to foster reconciliation.”
2018-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8319 (2018) · source
“We hope that those measures, along with the recently adopted pact of repudiation of violence against social leaders, will guarantee the collective security of all the threatened groups and curb their killings. Kazakhstan is also dismayed by the current vulnerable security state of former combatants of the Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia-Ejercito del Pueblo and their family members, which could very likely jeopardize their reincorporation into society. We believe, however, that the Colombian Government and all the parties concerned will make every effort to avoid an escalation of violence and do their best to guarantee the peace process's smooth continuation and success.”
2018-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8319 (2018) · source
“It is also essential that they commit to peace and ensure the smooth functioning of the comprehensive system for truth, justice, reparation and non-repetition proposed in the peace accord. Kazakhstan welcomes the holding of the first public hearings within the Special Jurisdiction for Peace and looks forward to the effective operation of the other justice-system institutions, the Truth Commission and the Special Unit for the Search for Persons Deemed as Missing. At the same time, we are deeply concerned about the ongoing deadly violence against social leaders, community activists and human rights defenders. Kazakhstan welcomes the eight new measures announced by President Juan Manuel Santos Calderon, to be taken in addition to the previous launch of a rapid response system and the reorganization of the army.”
2018-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8319 (2018) · source
“In view of the recent presidential and congressional elections, the first held in Colombia since its achievement of a historic peace deal in 2016, we hope its new Administration will respect and guarantee the full implementation of the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace, treasuring and building on the gains achieved to the benefit of all Colombians. And with the swearing in of the new Congress on 20 July, we hope to see faster implementation of the peace-related legislation, especially as it pertains to important rural and political reforms. It is gratifying to know that Colombia is the first country to have created a transitional justice system. We are confident that the Colombian legislative body and political forces will remain dedicated to justice.”
2018-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8319 (2018) · source
“At the outset, I would like to welcome His Excellency the Vice President of Colombia, Mr. Oscar Naranjo Trujillo, to the Security Council. I would also like to thank Special Representative Arnault for his briefing and the active role of the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia. Kazakhstan welcomes all the positive developments in Colombia and commends the significant efforts that have been made to ensure the irreversibility of the peace process.”
2018-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8319 (2018) · source
“Lastly, today's discussion should help us move constructively forward, through dialogue, confidence-building measures and the equal distribution of resources, as presented in profound treatises and manifestos on war and peace. The crises of the Middle East compel us to reach urgent political settlements and development and security measures for the sake of overall peace.”
2018-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8316 (2018) · source
“Kazakhstan endorses the concern expressed earlier by the Special Coordinator about the funding of UNRWA this year. We see the value of convening the meeting of the Ad Hoc Committee of the General Assembly for the Announcement of Voluntary Contributions to UNRWA held on 25 June. Unfortunately, despite such extraordinary efforts, as of mid-2018, UNRWA faces a financial gap of $256 million. At risk are education, health care and emergency and social services that contribute to the dignity and hope of 5.3 million Palestine refugees. More important, meeting human needs leads to social content and subsequently to the stability of the region.”
2018-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8316 (2018) · source
“For the benefit of both sides - Palestinian and Israeli - and others, all must step back from the path of confrontation and escalation. We underscore Mr. Mladenov's visit to Gaza on 15 July, during which he made every effort to ensure that all parties concerned step back from confrontation. We call on the United Nations to continue its engagement with Israeli and Palestinian counterparts, as well as regional and international partners, to reduce tensions, support intra-Palestinian reconciliation and resolve all humanitarian challenges. With regard to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), Kazakhstan reiterates the need to support that most vital of mechanisms and urges avoiding any shortfall.”
2018-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8316 (2018) · source
“We were heartened to learn that the Programme of Assistance to the Palestinian People of the United Nations Development Programme is launching innovative income-generating initiatives in Gaza to mitigate the impact of the harsh socioeconomic conditions and conditions resulting from climate change. We echo the concerns of Special Coordinator Mladenov regarding the consequences of Israel's decision to temporarily suspend imports and exports, with the exception of basic humanitarian supplies, through the Kerem Shalom crossing. We too urge the authorities to reverse that decision as soon as possible to mitigate hardship and calm tensions. All parties to the conflict should come forward to maintain calm, stop incendiary kites and prevent other provocations.”
2018-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8316 (2018) · source
“The only viable solution is to have greater rapprochement, cooperation and confidence-building among States Members of the United Nations and members of the Security Council. Due to the vacuum of functioning State institutions, terrorist groups have found a firm foothold in unstable areas. That has resulted in the massive exodus of refugees from numerous countries, and the burden is borne by host countries, like Jordan and Lebanon, that require international support. We would like to thank the Humanitarian Coordinator for the Occupied Palestinian Territory, Jamie McGoldrick, for visiting the Gaza Strip. We call on the Israeli parties and the Palestinian Authority to immediately act to prevent the further deterioration of the humanitarian situation resulting from increased restrictions on movement.”
2018-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8316 (2018) · source
“I would like to thank the delegation of Sweden for this well-conceived debate and express its appreciation to our colleagues for their timely insights for follow-up action. We express our sincere appreciation to Special Coordinator Mladenov for his insightful and comprehensive briefing, as always. We are concerned that the frequency and intensity of individual conflicts in the wider region of the Middle East and North Africa have heightened, with grave consequences and with potential implications for global insecurity. Those violent conflicts, ranging from the Palestinian-Israel situation, Syria and the Golan Heights to Yemen, seriously impact countries in Africa, South and South-East Asia, Europe and other regions.”
2018-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8316 (2018) · source
“We therefore welcome the continued efforts of the Economic Community of West African States to advance the United Nations Integrated Strategy for the Sahel, including through the development of the United Nations Support Plan for the Sahel, and stress the importance of developing a similar integrated approach for the Lake Chad Basin region. Finally, we underscore the importance of promoting the meaningful inclusion of women and the effective integration of young people in political and developmental processes. Kazakhstan will continue to work together was the Security Council and key actors to find a solution for lasting peace in West Africa and the Sahel.”
2018-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8313 (2018) · source
“Our efforts need to be focused on the structural drivers of instability by reducing poverty, providing basic services, creating better opportunities for education and employment, strengthening local governance and mitigating the impact of climate change. While we welcome United Nations reform on repositioning the development system with greater coordination among various United Nations agencies, we now have to go further and increase coordination at the regional level so as to advance peace and development on a comprehensive and efficient basis.”
2018-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8313 (2018) · source
“At the same time, we echo the report's recommendation on the need for strong counter- terrorism efforts to be fully compliant with international law, ensuring that operations are aligned with broader regional initiatives and that they do not harm local populations. Other growing concerns are the increasing threat of conflict between farmers and herders, aggravated by the effects of climate change, food insecurity, forced displacement, rapid population growth and weak governance. Our delegation believes that in order to effectively address these issues, a military approach and humanitarian assistance should go hand in hand with development efforts in an integrated, complex and well-coordinated manner reinforced by long-term sustainable funding.”
2018-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8313 (2018) · source
“In this vein, we call upon UNOWAS to continue its work on strengthening post-electoral stability and drawing close attention to the upcoming elections across the region. At the same time, several challenges, including the increasing threat of terrorism and violent extremism in West Africa and the Sahel, with their linkages to transnational organized crime, continue to affect stability in the region. Kazakhstan welcomes an increase in national and regional ownership of the issues and fully supports regional initiatives to address the foregoing threats through the Joint Force of the Group of Five for the Sahel and the Multinational Joint Task Force. My delegation therefore commends the international partners for mobilizing financial support for these initiatives.”
2018-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8313 (2018) · source
“I thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Chambas for his insightful briefing on the Secretary-General's semi-annual report on the activities of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) and recent developments in West Africa and the Sahel (S/2018/649). I would like to express my appreciation for Mr. Chambas's important contribution, as well as that of UNOWAS, to advancing peace and security throughout a vast region. We also commend the close cooperation with regional and subregional actors, which is extremely vital to having an effective impact. Such collaborative efforts have yielded the latest positive political and economic developments that we have witnessed in West Africa.”
2018-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8313 (2018) · source
“My delegation reiterates its support for the action plan of Special Representative of the Secretary-General Salame' and commends the committed work of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya on the ground.”
2018-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8312 (2018) · source
“Our delegation believes that the adoption of a new constitution will create the legal framework necessary for generating the institutional and administrative structures needed to build lasting peace in Libya. Special attention should be paid to adopting appropriate electoral legislation, which along with voter registration, will create the necessary conditions for holding general elections. The international community and the Council in particular should place a greater focus on the situation in Libya, along with the Syrian and the Yemeni crisis among others. The instability in Libya has had a significant impact on the situation in the region of the Middle East and North Africa. All the efforts of the international community to resolve the situation in Libya should be conducted under the leadership of the United Nations.”
2018-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8312 (2018) · source
“The recent escalation of the situation in Libya's oil crescent is a clear indication of such developments. We join the Secretary-General's call for all natural resources, as well as their production and revenues, to be under the control of the recognized Libyan authorities. Developments in the oil crescent have proven once again that efforts should be aimed at establishing a lasting political dialogue among all Libyan stakeholders aimed at seeking a political settlement to the crisis by implementing confidence-building measures. Those efforts should contribute to the unification of Libyan Government institutions, including its security and armed forces. The absence of such a dialogue will continue to create a breeding ground for the emergence and illegal activities of terrorists, extremists and other destructive forces in Libya.”
2018-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8312 (2018) · source
“At the outset, I would like to congratulate the French football team on their World Cup victory and the Croatian team on an excellent game. I would also like to commend the Russian Federation on its superb organization of the World Cup. It was a very interesting time, and everyone very much enjoyed it. We thank Special Representative of the Secretary- General Ghassan Salame and Carl Orrenius Skau for their comprehensive updates on the situation in Libya and on the activities of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011), concerning Libya. My delegation expresses its concern about the lack ofprogress in finding solutions for a political settlement through dialogue among the main stakeholders in Libya. That has a serious negative impact on the economic, social and humanitarian situation in the country.”
2018-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8312 (2018) · source
“In conclusion, I reiterate that Kazakhstan will always stand for the full contribution of women in all phases of mediation, conflict resolution, post-conflict recovery and long-term development through the joint efforts of the United Nations and the African Union.”
2018-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8306 (2018) · source
“We must therefore provide the funds needed to ensure that peacekeeping and political missions are provided with sufficient gender expertise, authority and capacity. That funding gap can partially be overcome by more substantive reforms, streamlined and better-coordinated strategies within the United Nations system and improved cooperation with other partners in the region and globally. Enhanced data-collection and reporting are also very important for the success of the women and peace and security agenda. What is required is an increased availability of timely and accurate national gender-disaggregated data and reports on progress towards implementing and monitoring those commitments.”
2018-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8306 (2018) · source
“We therefore welcome the recent launch of the revitalized strategic plan for the Sahel on the sidelines of the AU Summit in Nouakchott, which targets six key areas, including the empowerment of women. We strongly support other subregional and comprehensive approaches aimed at building resilience and increasing peace and development in the region, such as the Alliance for the Sahel initiative. We welcomed United Nations reform on repositioning the development system to foster greater cooperation among various United States agencies on the ground. Today we must go further and ensure greater cooperation at the regional level to advance the development agenda in a comprehensive and effective manner. However, financing the women and peace and security agenda remains a concern.”
2018-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8306 (2018) · source
“Much remains to be done in fulfilling United Nations recommendations regarding the inclusion of women in peace talks to resolve the Sahel crisis, while ensuring a 30 per cent quota for women in decision-making and politics in the region and allocating 15 per cent of national budgets for development and peacebuilding to promote gender equality in the Sahel. There is also an urgent need to focus on the structural drivers of instability and the root causes of the conflict that disproportionately affect women by reducing poverty, strengthening local governance, providing basic services, creating better opportunities for education and employment and mitigating the impact of climate change. The close link between security and development is very important not only in one specific country, but also in the region and the world as a whole.”
2018-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8306 (2018) · source
“It nevertheless remains imperative that a conscious effort be made to bridge the gap between spoken commitments and actual actions. We need to ensure a protective environment that will enhance women's protection and security, and provide access to justice and services for survivors of conflict-related sexual violence. We also emphasize the importance of a gender perspective across all components of operations of the Joint Force of the Group of Five for the Sahel, as set out in resolution 2391 (2017).”
2018-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8306 (2018) · source
“We also see the benefits of their convening, last April, a high- level conference on women, violence and terrorism in West Africa and the Sahel, which resulted in a call to action to increase women's participation in preventing violent extremism. Our delegation praises the African Union for progressively gender mainstreaming within the African Peace and Security Architecture and greatly appreciates the efforts of the African Women Leaders Network, which was launched last year by the AU Commission, UN-Women and Germany to enhance the leadership of women in the transformation of Africa. We also acknowledge the important role of women's organizations in improving women's access to leadership and participation in peace processes and encourage Member States to strengthen their engagement with women's and youth groups.”
2018-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8306 (2018) · source
“The recent high-level joint visit was another significant step to promote the women and peace and security agenda and advance gender empowerment. Such collaborative efforts must continue so as to achieve the goals of the Joint United Nations- AU Framework for Enhanced Partnership in Peace and Security and reach the targets of 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063. Turning to the implementation of the women and peace and security commitments in the Sahel, we commend the joint efforts of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel and of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to support the participation of women in conflict prevention, including through the ECOWAS 2017-2020 action plan for women, peace and security.”
2018-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8306 (2018) · source
“I thank Her Excellency Ms. Margot Wallstrom, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Sweden, for convening today's meeting. It is a pleasure to have you with us again, Madam President. I would also like to warmly thank Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed and the African Union Special Envoy for Women, Peace and Security, Ms. Bineta Diop, for their insightful briefings on their joint mission to the countries of the Sahel. I join others in commending all three women for their inspirational leadership. We are heartened by increasing cooperation between the United Nations and the African Union (AU) in supporting Africa's steady pursuit of peace, stability and sustainable development. We encourage further strengthening of that cooperation, while underscoring the important role of women in reaching those objectives.”
2018-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8306 (2018) · source
“Thirdly, we must increase support for reintegration and rehabilitation programmes for children formerly associated with armed groups. Adequate, predictable and sustainable funding must be provided to ensure access for children to education, vocational training, health care, basic services and trauma counselling on an immediate basis. In addition, we must rethink our approaches to reintegration and establish long-term multi-year programmes that will help children more effectively reintegrate into society and succeed in their communities. In conclusion, I once again reiterate Kazakhstan's commitment to all collective and comprehensive measures to ensure the safety and welfare of children, who become the most vulnerable group in times of armed conflict.”
2018-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8305 (2018) · source
“We support the efforts of Special Representative of the Secretary-General Gamba focused on preventive actions, including through enhanced engagement with parties to conflict, field visits and the signing of action plans, as well as strengthened cooperation with regional and subregional organizations. Children who lack future prospects and education and live in severe poverty are more vulnerable to recruiters and perpetrators. Therefore, investments in development, providing better living conditions and meeting socioeconomic needs of children are also critical to preventing recruitment and grave violations against children. Equally important is support for capacity-building at regional and local levels through training programmes and providing interreligious and inter-ethnic education to promote tolerance.”
2018-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8305 (2018) · source
“It is Vital that all Member States ratify and strictly implement the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child and other relevant treaties, as Kazakhstan did. We also encourage Governments to endorse the international tools related to the protection of children in armed conflict, such as the Paris Princ iples, thVancouver Principles and the Safe Schools Declaration, and include child protection provisions in peace and negotiating processes, especially with non-State armed groups. Enhancing the capacity of United Nations missions to monitor and report grave violations is equally important to ensure accountability. Secondly, we need to prioritize preventive measures and efforts aimed at confidence- and capacity-building.”
2018-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8305 (2018) · source
“We wholeheartedly endorse the adoption of resolution 2427 (2018), which covers a range ofkey issues ofthe children- and-armed conflict agenda, which was drafted by the delegation of Sweden as Chair of the Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict. The unanimous adoption of that document and its large number of co-sponsors proved that there is a strong consensus among Member States on the importance of the issue. We must use that unity to safeguard children - our most precious resource - through collective and comprehensive measures. In that regard, Kazakhstan would like to propose the following recommendations. First, we must promote full compliance with international law and strengthen accountability for grave violations against children.”
2018-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8305 (2018) · source
“Yenny Londofio, who is here representing civil society, for her insights on integrating child protection issues in the peace process in Colombia. We pay tribute to the non-governmental organization community, which makes a sterling contribution as defenders of children's rights. I will begin by expressing deep concern over the significant increase in the scale, complexity and severity of grave violations affecting children in armed conflict, as outlined in the Secretary-General's annual report (S/2018/465). In the past year alone, tens of thousands of children were killed, maimed, sexually abused or recruited by armed groups and Government forces. At the same time, the overall reduction in the number of incidents of child recruitment and the military use of schools indicates that positive change is achievable.”
2018-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8305 (2018) · source