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Vale De Almeida

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first: 2015-11-10
most recent: 2019-07-09
sittings or episodes: 37
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“Mr. Vale De Almeida: I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union and its 28 member States. The candidate countries the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Montenegro and Albania, as well as Ukraine, align themselves with this statement. I join others in welcoming High Representative Valentin Inzko back to the Security Council and in assuring him of the European Union's continued support. I also welcome our colleague, the Permanent Representative of Bosnia and Herzegovina, and thank him for his statement. (spoke in French) The year 2016 was very good to Bosnia and Herzegovina, with progress towards reform and European integration. Bosnia and Herzegovina formally applied for accession to the European Union in February 2016.”
2017-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7943 (2017) · source
“The European Union stresses the importance of Lebanon's continued commitment to the full implementation of its international obligations, including Security Council resolutions 1559 (2004), 1680 (2006), 1701 (2006) and 1757 (2007). The EU also commends Lebanon's extraordinary efforts in continuing to host more than 1.1 million refugees from Syria until conditions for their return are met, and stresses the importance of living up to commitments with regard to rights and protection of refugees. As confirmed at the Brussels Conference on Supporting the Future of Syria and the Region, the EU is determined to continue its support to Lebanon's stabilization and development and calls upon the regional partners and the international community to do the same.”
2017-04-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7929 (2017) · source
“The EU calls on all parties to the conflict to uphold their obligations under international humanitarian and human rights law. In concluding, I would also like to speakbriefly about Lebanon. The European Union welcomes Lebanon's recent progress to end the political stalemate, with the election of a president and a new Government in place. The next important milestone for Lebanon's democratic process is an agreement on a new electoral framework before the expiration of parliament's mandate on 20 June and the holding of timely elections. The EU reaffirms its commitment to the unity, sovereignty, stability, independence and territorial integrity of Lebanon. It reiterates the importance of an ongoing commitment to a policy of disassociation from all regional conflicts, in line with the Baabda Declaration.”
2017-04-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7929 (2017) · source
“We strongly support the investigation by the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) Fact-Finding Mission in Syria, which is in the process of gathering and analysing information from all available sources, as a precursor to further investigations by the United Nations-OPCW Joint Investigative Mechanism. The European Union is united behind their work and committed to bringing impunity to an end. We strongly condemn the horrific attack in Rashidin on 15 April, which killed at least 126 persons, many of them children, and injured dozens. Accountability for gross and systematic violations perpetrated in Syria is paramount. Any inability to ensure accountability of the perpetrators can result in additional brutality and in the continued flouting of international norms.”
2017-04-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7929 (2017) · source
“The EU condemns in the strongest terms the chemical attack on the town of Khan Shaykhun in Idlib province on 4 April, which had horrific consequences, causing the deaths and injuries of scores of civilians, including children and relief workers, with many victims displaying symptoms of gas poisoning. The use of chemical weapons or chemical substances as weapons amounts to a war crime. Their use, including by the regime and Da'esh, must stop, and identified perpetrators must be held accountable for that violation of international law.”
2017-04-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7929 (2017) · source
“We are focused on putting all our weight behind achieving a framework agreement in the United Nations-mediated intra-Syrian talks in Geneva that will contain a political package so that a negotiated transitional political process can be implemented, in line with the previously mentioned resolution. Earlier this month, we hosted in Brussels a conference on the theme "Supporting the future of Syria and the region", together with six co-chairs - Germany, Kuwait, Norway, Qatar, the United Kingdom and the United Nations. It was a very successful conference, on which I briefed the General Assembly yesterday.”
2017-04-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7929 (2017) · source
“We condemn the systematic, widespread and gross violations and abuses of human rights and all violations of international humanitarian law by all parties, particularly the Syrian Government and its allies. The EU continues to call for full unhindered humanitarian access and for accountability for all violations of human rights and international humanitarian law. The historic bridge is collapsing, and we cannot simply wait for the conflict to end while we spend billions to contain the crisis and keep the refugees fed and sheltered. The United Nations - the Security Council - can build bridges, and Europe is here to help. That is why the European Union endorsed the strategy for Syria in early April, aimed at promoting a political solution in line with resolution 2254 (2015) and the Geneva communique' of 30 June 2012 (S/2012/522, annex).”
2017-04-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7929 (2017) · source
“A comprehensive resolution of the Israeli- Palestinian conflict could provide a new impetus for peace and security throughout the wider region, and therefore that opportunity must be seized. I would like to say a few words about Syria. Syria has been the geostrategic link between Europe and the Middle East. It was the core of the Mediterranean civilization that shaped our culture, our traditions and our way of thinking. That role as a bridge between civilizations and continents is what has made that country so important throughout its entire history. Today Syria is at war - a war that is killing its people and destroying its cultural heritage.”
2017-04-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7929 (2017) · source
“To make progress, we need the parties to demonstrate, through policies and actions, their genuine commitment to the two-State solution in order to prevent the irreversible loss of this solution and to find a new path to successful final status negotiations. The EU will support all serious peacemaking efforts and will continue to work closely with the parties and with partners in the region and beyond, including within the framework of the Quartet. As reflected in discussions at the Summit of the League of Arab States in March, the Arab Peace Initiative provides key elements for the settlement of the Arab-Israeli conflict, as well as the opportunity for building a regional security framework. The EU strongly believes that further dialogue on that basis will bring results.”
2017-04-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7929 (2017) · source
“A single, legitimate and democratic Palestinian authority, with full control over Gaza, is critical to achieving a viable Palestinian State. To that end, the EU calls on all Palestinian factions to find common ground and work together to address the needs of the Palestinian people. Last but not least, the situation in Gaza is unsustainable. All parties must act swiftly to produce a fundamental change in the political, security and economic situation in the Gaza Strip in accordance with resolution 1860 (2009), including ending the closure of the crossing points and opening them fully, while addressing Israel's legitimate security concerns. The EU stands ready to support the consolidation of Palestinian State capacities and efforts to strengthen the Palestinian economy, both in the West Bank and Gaza.”
2017-04-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7929 (2017) · source
“Alleged violations and abuses of human rights by all sides must be investigated in accordance with international standards. The European Union would like to emphasize that the compliance of States and non-State actors with international humanitarian and human rights law, including their accountability, is fundamental to peace and security in the region. We call on Palestinian leaders to consistently and clearly condemn terrorist attacks and take all steps within their capacity to end incitement to hatred and violence. We also urge Palestinian factions to engage in good faith in the reconciliation process, which is an important element in reaching an eventual two-State solution. The European Union urges all parties in the West Bank and Gaza to advance that process with a view to holding democratic elections in the West Bank and Gaza.”
2017-04-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7929 (2017) · source
“The EU remains committed to protecting the rights of Palestinians, including their human rights, and to providing assistance to people in vulnerable situations in their current place of residence in Area C. We urge Israel to meet its obligations under international law, including human rights and humanitarian law, allow the unimpeded delivery of humanitarian aid and accelerate the approval of master plans and building permits for Palestinians in Area C. The EU firmly rejects terror and any acts of violence that take innocent lives, as well as any incitement to hatred and violence, which we see as fundamentally incompatible with advancing a peaceful settlement. It will be critical to uphold commitments to acting effectively against violence and incitement if mutual trust is to be rebuilt and another escalation avoided.”
2017-04-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7929 (2017) · source
“The EU is deeply concerned about the enactment in February of the so- called regularization law, which would mean crossing a new threshold, even under Israeli law, for the settlement enterprise in the West Bank. We urge Israel to end all settlement activity and dismantle the outposts erected since March 2001, in line with prior obligations. The EU is also deeply concerned about the significant increase in Israeli demolitions and confiscations of Palestinian structures, including EU- funded projects, in Area C, which is critical to the viability and contiguity of a future Palestinian State. Many affected communities, such as Khan Al-Ahmar, are at imminent risk of eviction and forced transfer.”
2017-04-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7929 (2017) · source
“As for Jerusalem, the EU will continue to respect the international consensus embodied in resolution 478 (1980). A way must be found through negotiations to resolve the status of Jerusalem as the future capital of both States. Unfortunately, actions on the ground continue to imperil the prospects for a two-State solution. Since January, the Israeli authorities have advanced plans and tenders for nearly 6,000 settlement units in the occupied Palestinian territory. In late March, the Israeli Government decided, for the first time in more than two decades, to establish a new settlement deep inside the West Bank. It also declared further land deep inside the West Bank to be State land.”
2017-04-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7929 (2017) · source
“On 23 December 2016, the Security Council adopted resolution 2334 (2016), which reiterates some of the key threats to the viability of a two-State solution that were also identified in the July report of the Quartet, including continued settlement activities and acts of violence, terror and incitement. The European Union would like to recall that settlements are illegal under international law, constitute an obstacle to peace and threaten to make a two-State solution impossible. The European Union will not recognize any changes to the pre-1967 borders, including with regard to Jerusalem, other than those agreed on by the parties. The EU will continue to distinguish, in its relevant dealings, between the territory of the State of Israel and the territories occupied since 1967.”
2017-04-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7929 (2017) · source
“We believe that it is more important than ever to uphold international consensus on the key principles underpinning the Middle East peace process, which are the indispensable cornerstones for a just and enduring peace for Israelis and Palestinians, based on a two-State solution, with the State of Israel and an independent, democratic, contiguous, sovereign and viable State of Palestine living side by side in peace, security and mutual recognition. There is no viable alternative to a negotiated two- State solution, based on the parameters set out in the European Council Conclusions of July 2014, that fulfils the legitimate aspirations of both parties - including Israeli and Palestinian security needs and Palestinian aspirations for statehood and sovereignty - ends the occupation that began in 1967 and resolves all permanent status issues.”
2017-04-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7929 (2017) · source
“I would like to begin by acknowledging the presence of Special Coordinator Mladenov and thanking him for his good work and his excellent briefing this morning. I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU) and its 28 member States. The candidate countries Montenegro and Albania align themselves with this statement. The Middle East peace process continues to be a top priority for the European Union, and our policies on the issue remain clear and consistent.”
2017-04-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7929 (2017) · source
“It is important that the international community remains strongly committed to supporting Afghanistan towards long-term progress and stability. The EU continues to consider UNAMA to be a key partner in achieving peace and stability in Afghanistan. UNAMA has an invaluable role in ensuring the broadest possible international support for an Afghan-led and Afghan- owned process. For that reason, we support the renewal of UNAMA's mandate, as proposed by the Secretary- General in his most recent report.”
2017-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7896 (2017) · source
“We would encourage UNAMA to continue that work and the dialogue with the Afghan Government on the inclusion of internally displaced persons and returnees. The EU aims to develop a comprehensive EU response to bridge the humanitarian-development nexus and promote durable solutions to the challenges posed by the protracted nature of that crisis. UNAMA's report on civilian casualties in Afghanistan documents a record number of civilian casualties in 2016, the majority of which were due to insurgent attacks. We call on all parties to do their utmost to protect the civilian population, especially Afghan women and children. We also need to continue to protect the vital role of humanitarian agencies and respect their impartiality and humanitarian space in addressing the most urgent needs of the most vulnerable.”
2017-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7896 (2017) · source
“To conclude, the EU and Afghanistan continue with the implementation of the EU-Afghanistan joint way forward agreement on migration issues and the bilateral member States' memorandums of understanding. In this process, the European Union puts strong emphasis on ensuring sustainable reintegration and providing substantial support to the Afghan Government to facilitate return and reintegration. The EU has also continued its efforts to promote a regional approach and intends to focus on sustainable reintegration, local development, social cohesion in host communities and durable solutions to protracted displacement. UNAMA has played an important role in coordinating the international efforts to that end.”
2017-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7896 (2017) · source
“On behalf of the European Union and its member States, I would like to reiterate that joint State-building and development efforts in Afghanistan need to build on reinforced regional cooperation. Regional cooperation remains key to lasting peace and stability in Afghanistan and the region. Threats of terrorism affecting all countries of the region can be confronted only with increased security cooperation. In the same vein, it is indispensable for sustainable development. In this regard, the EU strongly supports regional forums such as the Heart of Asia or the Regional Economic Cooperation Conference on Afghanistan to continue to be used to facilitate cooperation among all regional actors.”
2017-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7896 (2017) · source
“On 18 February, the signing between the EU and the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan of their first contractual relationship, the Cooperation Agreement on Partnership and Development, sent a strong political signal of the EU's enduring support for the country through the transformation decade and beyond. The Agreement will also provide the basis for developing a mutually beneficial relationship in an increasing range of areas such as the rule of law, health, rural development, education, science and technology, as well as actions to combat corruption, money laundering, the financing of terrorism, organized crime and narcotics. It also foresees cooperation on migration.”
2017-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7896 (2017) · source
“The EU and its member States welcome the adoption of the new election law and the appointment of the new commissioners to the electoral management bodies. These must now work in a professional and transparent manner to rebuild public confidence in the electoral processes. While technical aspects of the elections play an important role, the political will of Afghan stakeholders and a strong and cohesive leadership are necessary to deliver credible elections. The EU supports an early engagement with the electoral-management bodies and UNAMA's coordinating role. Any assistance must be forward-looking, leading to the implementation of meaningful electoral reforms as well as to the sustainable development of electoral institutions and improved electoral processes.”
2017-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7896 (2017) · source
“The EU welcomes the priority that the Afghan Government places on fighting corruption, which remains a major obstacle to development and stability, and stresses the need to further strengthen efforts to tackle corruption. The EU further welcomes the important results already achieved and looks forward to further follow-up. We also support the reform of the security sector, with a focus on making advances in civilian policing in Afghanistan, building on the achievements of the European Union Police Mission in Afghanistan. The establishment of the new EU Special Representative police advisory team will contribute to the implementation of the new Afghanistan security-sector reform plan. At the Brussels Conference, the international community welcomed the Afghan National Peace and Development Framework and its ambitious development vision.”
2017-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7896 (2017) · source
“We welcome the further work that has been done by the Afghan Government since the Brussels conference to advance the implementation of its commitments and the progress made in anti-corruption, election preparation, revenue collection and budget execution as an example that must now followed by further, tangible results in the implementation of the reform agenda. The EU will remain attentive to the next steps. I would like to highlight the importance of and the need for continued focus on ways and means of empowering Afghan women to build a stable and prosperous Afghanistan, as well as reinforcing the political and human rights of Afghan women and the realization of the full enjoyment of those rights in everyday life.”
2017-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7896 (2017) · source
“In this regard, we welcome the Security Council's decision to de-list Hizb-i Islami's leader, Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, as an important step towards the full implementation of the peace agreement. The EU is ready to support further the implementation of this agreement. We welcome the undeterred willingness of the Afghan Government to engage in a political process with the Taliban and other Afghan groups opposing the Kabul Government to reach a lasting political settlement. We welcome all initiatives to create an environment conducive to such a process and call on all parties to engage so as to devise constructive solutions.”
2017-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7896 (2017) · source
“All international security, political, economic, development and regional efforts should now be aligned to further such a political process. Terrorism and violent extremism are fundamental threats to all State actors, just as terrorism and the use of violence undermine regional peace and stability. The EU remains fully committed to supporting an Afghan-led and Afghan-owned peace process that includes all Afghan citizens and their legitimate interests and preserves Afghanistan's unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity as well as equal rights for all Afghans under the Constitution of Afghanistan. After the signing of the Hizb-i Islami peace agreement, for which the parties deserve credit, it will now be important to implement it and open the way for future peace agreements.”
2017-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7896 (2017) · source
“First, I wish to convey the condolences of the European Union to the Afghan authorities and the Afghan people in connection with the tragic attack on a military hospital that took place a few days ago in Kabul. I should like to start by reiterating our full support for the important role played by the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and all the United Nations agencies in supporting the Afghan people and in coordinating the international community's assistance. The Warsaw conference held in July and the Brussels conference on Afghanistan of October 2016 made clear the strong international commitment to Afghanistan. At the Brussels conference, the international community sent a clear signal in support of a process towards peace, security and stability.”
2017-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7896 (2017) · source
“Mr. Vale de Almeida: I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU) and its 28 member States. The candidate countries Turkey, the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia and Albania, the country of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidate Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova and Armenia, align themselves with this statement. Due to time constraints, I shall read out a slightly shorter version of my statement. The full version, as agreed, has been distributed in the Chamber. I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his comprehensive report (S/2017/189). I thank also the Special Representative and Ms. Samar for their briefings today.”
2017-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7896 (2017) · source
“The European Union would be interested in cooperating internationally, with partners beyond its border, in the area of protection of critical infrastructure against this common threat. We are already engaged in various forums, such as the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and the Council of Europe, but would also welcome United Nations initiatives in this field, and we stand ready to explore possibilities for such cooperation.”
2017-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7882 (2017) · source
“The European Commission has for such purposes developed the Critical Infrastructure Warning Information Network, which is an Internet-based, multi-level system for exchanging critical infrastructure protection ideas, studies and good practices among Member States and key stakeholders. This portal, which has been operational since mid-January 2013, also seeks to raise awareness and contribute to the protection of critical infrastructure in Europe. As for my last point - the role of the United Nations and its agencies in this work - there is certainly a potential for further cooperation as the security and protection of critical infrastructure are a concern we all face, as is the fight against terrorism.”
2017-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7882 (2017) · source
“A good example is the VITEX 2016 exercise, which was designed and coordinated by the Dutch presidency of the European Union. It was the first EU-wide exercise focusing on the effects of large-scale failure of critical infrastructure - in this case electricity - across Europe. The VITEX 2016 exercise resulted in an exercise guide with an exercise design, which describes step-by-step how such an exercise can be organized. This guide is available to everyone in order to encourage possible follow-up exercises in the future. Addressing the fourth point on mechanisms and platforms for cooperation, I want to point to the vital importance of regular exchanges of information and best practices.”
2017-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7882 (2017) · source
“That programme was designed to protect citizens and critical infrastructures from terrorist attacks and other security incidents by fostering prevention and preparedness, improving the protection of such infrastructure and addressing crisis management. A key objective was to provide expert knowledge and the scientific basis for better understanding criticalities and interdependencies. The increase in cyberthreats also led the EU to adopt legislation on the security of network and information systems in July 2016. As for the third point, on how to strengthen the capacity of both the public and private sectors to prevent attacks and react to threats to critical infrastructure, training sessions and exercises have been very useful tools, which the European Union has encouraged and engaged in.”
2017-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7882 (2017) · source
“Reacting to new threat developments, in 2016 the EU adopted a joint framework to counter hybrid threats, which also covers the matter of the protection of critical infrastructure against hybrid and asymmetrical threats, such as in the field of energy and transport. It is designed to strengthen member States' resilience in that area and foresees cooperation with EU partners in countering such threats. With regard to the second question, on methods to promote improved responsiveness to terrorist attacks and the resilience of critical infrastructure, the European Commission has funded over 120 different projects under the Prevention, Preparedness and Consequence Management of Terrorism and other Security-related Risks Programme between 2007 and 2013.”
2017-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7882 (2017) · source
“The directive furthermore requires owners and operators of designated European critical infrastructures to prepare operator security plans - advanced business continuity plans - and nominate security liaison officers, linking the owner/operator with the national authority responsible for critical infrastructure protection. The application of the directive is monitored by contact points appointed from each EU member State. The contact points group also engages with the European Commission in international cooperation outside of the EU - so far with United States of America and Canada - but, this year, will also start to engage with neighbouring countries in Eastern Europe and the Balkans.”
2017-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7882 (2017) · source
“In short, it seeks to provide an all-hazards cross-sectoral approach. The programme is supported by regular exchanges of information between EU member States in the framework of the meetings of the critical infrastructure protection contact points. A key pillar of the programme is the 2008 European critical infrastructures directive, which establishes a procedure for identifying and designating European critical infrastructures and a common approach for assessing the need to improve their protection. Those refer to critical infrastructure located in member States whose disruption or destruction would have a significant impact on at least two member States. It has a sectoral scope and applies to the energy and transport sectors.”
2017-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7882 (2017) · source
“I would also like to stress the importance of working together on this issue at the international level to ensure a high degree of protection of our critical infrastructure and to increase their resilience to terrorist attacks and other disruptions. The questions raised in the concept note (S/2017/104, annex) are very important.I would like to address them briefly, one by one. On the first question, about our tools, in Europe we have in place the European Programme for Critical Infrastructure Protection. In place since 2006, it sets the overall framework for activities aimed at improving the protection of critical infrastructure in the European Union across all relevant sectors of economic activity. The programme aims to respond not only to terrorist threats, but also include man-made, technological threats and natural disasters.”
2017-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7882 (2017) · source
“Mr. Vale de Almeida: It is my honour speak on behalf of the European Union (EU) and its 28 member States. The candidate countries of the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia and Albania; the country taking part in the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidate Bosnia and Herzegovina; as well as Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova and Armenia, align themselves with this statement. Let me first congratulate Ukraine on its current presidency of the Security Council and to thank Sweden for its excellent presidency last month. I would like to commend Ukraine for organizing today's debate and for this opportunity to speak about the protection of critical infrastructure, a topic of major concern for the European Union and its member States.”
2017-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7882 (2017) · source
“We call on all the other parties to do likewise and to remain committed to the full implementation of the JCPOA and of resolution 2231 (2015) in all its dimensions. That is essential if we wish to continue building trust among all and shore up multilateral diplomacy.”
2017-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7865 (2017) · source
“In that respect, during the reporting period, the Joint Commission updated several documents relating to the work of the Procurement Working Group. All of those documents have been published on the Security Council's dedicated web page on resolution 2231 (2015). The Procurement Working Group also responded to an inquiry put forward by one State through the Security Council. The work we have undertaken so far has proven that it is possible to reach agreements, even on the most contentious issues, and to implement them, provided that there is a will to do so. Let me conclude by reiterating the European Union's resolute willingness to respect the JCPOA and work for its success throughout its lifetime.”
2017-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7865 (2017) · source
“During the period under review, the participants in the Procurement Working Group, coordinated by the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, continued working intensively to further develop the modalities of its operation. The participants have held six meetings, and in one of those meetings the International Atomic Energy Agency participated as an observer. The Group has made great efforts to be as transparent as possible without compromising confidentiality, by reaching out to third States and promoting a better understanding ofits aims, objectives and review process. We have taken note of the points raised by third- party States during those outreach meetings.”
2017-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7865 (2017) · source
“Transparency has been one ofour guiding principles during the negotiations and a cornerstone ofthe JCPOA. According to para 6.10 of JCPOA annex IV, the Joint Commission shall report to the Security Council every six months on the status of the Procurement Working Group's decisions and on any implementation issues. In that context, on 23 December 2016, the coordinator of the Procurement Working Group submitted to the facilitator, on behalf of the Joint Commission, the Group's second report to the Security Council on the work of the Group in support of the implementation of Security Council resolution 2231 (2015) (see S/2016/1113). The report seeks to provide the facilitator and Security Council members with an overview of the work undertaken by the Procurement Working Group from 7 July to 22 December 2016.”
2017-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7865 (2017) · source
“I will now focus on the work of the Procurement Working Group. The EU High Representative, as Coordinator of the Joint Commission and the Procurement Working Group, is responsible for the smooth operation of that newly established mechanism, which has been tasked with reviewing proposals by States seeking to engage in activities with Iran that involve nuclear and non-nuclear civilian end-uses. On implementation day, the Joint Commission established the Procurement Working Group, which is comprised of representatives of the E3+3 and Iran and is coordinated by the EU High Representative. The Group has been in full operation since its establishment. The first proposals received through the procurement channel have been reviewed and approved. That is a clear demonstration that the established procurement mechanism works.”
2017-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7865 (2017) · source
“I would also like at this point to extend my gratitude to former Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, as well as to Ambassador Roman Oyarzun Marchesi, who served as the facilitator for the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015) in 2016, for the excellent cooperation since Implementation Day. I would also like to welcome the new Secretary-General, Mr. Antonio Guterres, as well as Ambassador Sebastiano Cardi of Italy, who will serve as the facilitator for the implementation of the resolution in 2017. Once again, let me thank our colleagues in the Security Council Affairs Division for their unwavering support regarding the establishment of the procurement channel. I would also like to take note of the latest report of the Secretary General on the implementation ofresolution 2231 (2015) (S/2016/1136).”
2017-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7865 (2017) · source
“The EU High Representative, or her designated representative, has already chaired six JCPOA Joint Commission meetings, which have monitored and provided guidance on implementation issues. At the latest meeting of the JCPOA Joint Commission on 10 January 2017, all sides reaffirmed their strong commitment to continued full and effective implementation of the JCPOA. The rigorous implementation of commitments by all sides is the best way to continue to build trust, to strengthen the JCPOA and to overcome the hurdles that are part of all comprehensive and far-reaching deals.”
2017-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7865 (2017) · source
“That is essential in order to deliver on the goal of a civilian nuclear programme exclusively for peaceful purposes. The lifting of sanctions has also led to a surge in trade and investment with Iran. To give just an example, bilateral trade between the EU and Iran has risen by a staggering 63 per cent over the first three quarters of 2016. More efforts are needed to make sure that those benefits are felt by our populations, but the trend is clear and progress undeniable. However, JCPOA implementation is an ongoing task, and we expect full and effective implementation by all sides throughout the lifetime of the agreement. The EU High Representative, as the Coordinator of the Joint Commission, which is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the deal, remains committed to that goal.”
2017-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7865 (2017) · source
“In the past, many predicted that we would never reach an agreement or that, even if we did, it would not last for long. Not only did we reach an agreement, but we are now clearly making progress in implementing it. Since implementation day, important steps have been taken by all parties towards the successful implementation ofthe deal. In the course of this year, all JCPOA participants have fulfilled their commitments. Iran has implemented its nuclear obligations, and the United Nations, the EU and the United States have lifted, as agreed, the nuclear-related economic and financial sanctions. The adherence of Iran to its commitments is being closely monitored and has been confirmed by four International Atomic Energy Agency reports up to now.”
2017-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7865 (2017) · source
“Mr. Vale de Almeida: I am honoured to address the Council today on behalf of the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, in her capacity as the Coordinator of the Joint Commission established by the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), to whom I will refer simply as the "Coordinator". In today's world, the number of challenges we have to face prevents us from focusing on the successes we have achieved. This debate comes just two days after the first anniversary of the implementation day of the JCPOA. That agreement was a major achievement. It was born of the efforts of the E3/EU+3, coordinated by the European Union (EU) High Representative and Iran; however, it now belongs to the international community through its endorsement by the Council in resolution 2231 (2016).”
2017-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7865 (2017) · source
“Existing tools such as Arria Formula meetings are very useful in that regard. Horizon-scanning briefings could be reinvigorated, and the Human Rights Up Front initiative, as an early warning tool, should be maintained and strengthened. We urge members of the Security Council not to vote against credible draft resolutions on timely and decisive action aimed at preventing or ending mass atrocities. In conclusion, the Council should ensure that longer-term peacebuilding is considered in mission mandates, along with reflections on how to design transitions and strengthen the advisory role of the Peacebuilding Commission. What we need most is to translate what we know into action, so that the United Nations can deliver effectively on its core tasks in a coherent manner. A strong, effective United Nations is more essential than ever.”
2017-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7857 (2017) · source
“Much of that work will have to be tackled outside the Security Council. But the Council has a particular responsibility to address situations in danger of deteriorating, effectively and in a timely manner. Given the role foreseen for the Secretary-General by Article 99 of the Charter of the United Nations in bringing issues to the attention of the Security Council, it is essential that the Council and the Secretariat cooperate smoothly and efficiently. We must also develop more creative approaches to diplomacy, including by continuing to promote the role of women in peace efforts, for we need them to be at the forefront in creating and sustaining peace. In order to be prepared to respond in a timely and effective manner, the Council could explore new and innovative ways to work with other actors, including civil society.”
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