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Vieira

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first: 2015-09-30
most recent: 2023-11-29
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“With regard to reconciliation, the organizing commission for a national conference presented me with its report - "In the Name ofPeace" - with the findings and recommendations of consultations conducted with more than 3,000 Bissau-Guineans on the causes of conflict and instability in the country. Representatives of the Women's Council stated that their organization had evolved from the former women's facilitation group and was currently engaged in monitoring the preparations for the upcoming legislative elections and advocating the adoption of a gender quota law. Following my Visit, we received positive news that, on 2 August, the National Assembly passed a gender parity, or quotas law, mandating a minimum of 36 per cent women candidates in the legislative and local Government elections.”
2018-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8337 (2018) · source
“In my meeting with Prime Minister Gomes, whom I would like to thank for welcoming me and supporting my visit, he highlighted the importance of avoiding the recurring situation witnessed in Guinea-Bissau. As mentioned by many other interlocutors, generally peaceful elections are followed by political problems. The Prime Minister expressed his strong commitment to facilitating a stability pact. I was informed that the Government already has a draft framework document that could form the basis for a comprehensive pact. Some of my interlocutors also underscored the importance of enabling civil society and other actors to submit their contributions to the pact.”
2018-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8337 (2018) · source
“However, according to my information, the country has so far received all of the equipment necessary to conduct the process. Allow me to add that the President of the Supreme Court informed me that, although the organization of the November elections in the compressed period should be done by political agreement, there is a risk that, if such consensus is lost, the legitimacy of the whole process could be called into question. The situation could also worsen if the current Government were to be dismissed. I must stress that, ultimately, the organization of the elections is contingent upon the willingness of key political actors to engage in mutual cooperation.”
2018-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8337 (2018) · source
“The budget for the elections was assessed by UNDP at $7.7 million, of which the Government of Guinea-Bissau contributed $2 million. Additional contributions have reduced the funding gap to $1.2 million. As mentioned earlier today by Special Representative of the Secretary-General Jose Viegas Filho, that gap may have been closed following pledges by several international partners. However, I was informed in Bissau that none of the contributions pledged are likely to be disbursed before September, which means that there is an urgent need to cover the costs of the voter-registration operation, if it is to start now. On 23 August, Prime Minister Gomes held a ceremony in Guinea-Bissau to launch the update of the voter-registration list.”
2018-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8337 (2018) · source
“Allow me to highlight four important challenges that were mentioned during my visit: first, managing the limited time available to organize the November elections in line with the Constitution; secondly, the process of updating the voter-registration list in such little time - the process was scheduled to start on 23 August and should last for one month - thirdly, the lack of proper coordination between and among Government entities and UNDP on election-preparation logistics, especially the procurement and sourcing of sufficient voter- registration kits and the conduct of the voter-registration exercise itself- for example, I was informed that the Government has started its own bidding process for the registration kits, in parallel with the UNDP efforts, and that the Government has sought bilateral assistance to obtain the election kits from international partners; and, fourthly, the financial questions.”
2018-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8337 (2018) · source
“There remain important technical challenges to address, particularly on the voter registration update, awareness-raising and compliance with the legal electoral process. Although there is general appreciation of the United Nations and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) support to the electoral process, I was made aware of several areas where differences in approach exist that need to be resolved urgently.”
2018-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8337 (2018) · source
“It is important to mention that, while stakeholders stressed the importance of holding legislative elections on the established date, there remain significant financial, logistical and coordination challenges for that to happen. In terms of election preparations, I held substantive discussions with the Minister of Territorial Administration and with senior representatives of the Technical Office for Electoral Processes Support and of the National Electoral Commission, who reported advances in the preparation for the elections but were concerned about their slow progress. In that regard, it was noted that some progress had been made on electoral cartography and the preparations for the election budget, although funds were slow to materialize.”
2018-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8337 (2018) · source
“On that occasion, he outlined to me his three current priorities for the country: first, the holding of legislative elections on 18 November; secondly, the reform of the security sector, including the establishment of a pension fund for the military; and, thirdly, combating drug trafficking and organized crime - a point that was recently included in the mandate of the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Guinea-Bissau (UNIOGBIS) by the Security Council. During my Visit, I reaffirmed to all my interlocutors that I have indeed noticed progress in the political situation of the country. I also underlined the importance of holding elections on 18 November as a conclusion to the transition towards stability in accordance with national solutions and in full respect of the Constitution.”
2018-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8337 (2018) · source
“The election builds on the positive political developments in the past months and the opening of space for political dialogue, as well as the provisions of the Constitution of Guinea-Bissau. Many of my interlocutors also stated that any postponement of the election would prolong the crisis and would be frustrating for the population, the political actors and the international community. Let me also state that I heard no support for deferring the November election in favour of joint presidential and parliamentary elections in 2019. The President of Guinea-Bissau, His Excellency Mr. Jose Mario Vaz, received me for a meeting and expressed his full support for my mission in Bissau.”
2018-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8337 (2018) · source
“Among the achievements that I witnessed, allow me to underline the following important developments that took place in the past months: the appointment of a consensual Prime Minister and the formation of an inclusive Government; the approval of a Government programme and of the national budget; and the reopening of the National Assembly. With respect to the electoral process, during my visit the Government of Guinea-Bissau reaffirmed its intention to hold legislative elections on 18 November. All members of the national authorities whom I met manifested their support for respecting that established date. The holding of elections is also considered by political actors a crucial exercise for the country to return to stability.”
2018-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8337 (2018) · source
“My mission affirmed that there has been tangible progress in the implementation of the Conakry Agreement and in the process of return to normal political life, as compared to the same period last year, when I first Visited the country. There is a renewed sense of optimism with regard to a definitive solution to the protracted crisis, and the upcoming elections are seen as a window of opportunity to that end. The Conakry Agreement remains a fundamental point of reference for most political actors; all the stakeholders consulted stressed the need to expedite its implementation.”
2018-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8337 (2018) · source
“Aristides Gomes - the President of the Supreme Court, several ministers and members ofall politicalparties represented in the National Assembly, as well as some parties not represented in Parliament. I also held meetings with the President of the National Electoral Commission and with representatives of the international community and of the United Nations. In addition, I took part in meetings with civil society representatives of Guinea- Bissau. In Lisbon, on 27 July, I met with the Director- General of the Community of Portuguese-speaking Countries (CPLP), Ms. Georgina de Mello, when we discussed the role of the Community in supporting Guinea-Bissau and in helping to find a solution to the political situation.”
2018-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8337 (2018) · source
“Mr. Vieira: I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for the invitation to address the Security Council in my capacity as Chair of the Guinea-Bissau configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission. Since my most recent briefing to the Security Council, on 16 May (see S/PV.8261), I have made a trip to Guinea-Bissau and Portugal, from 24 to 27 July, in my capacity as Chair of the configuration. That mission was undertaken to obtain first-hand accounts on the implementation of all the provisions of the Conakry Agreement and, most important, the organization ofthe legislative elections. During my visit to Bissau, I consulted extensively with a broad range of stakeholders, including the President of the Republic, the Speaker of the National Assembly, the Prime Minister - Mr.”
2018-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8337 (2018) · source
“For example, when it firmly supports the work of Special Representatives of the Secretary-General, the Council strengthens the role of the mediator and encourages the parties to engage seriously in negotiations. The Security Council should avoid taking decisions that could have a negative effect on credible mediation processes under way. Sanction regimes, for example, should be designed in close coordination with the mediators and those in the field. Sanctions are not an end in themselves; they must always be at the service of a political strategy aimed at promoting the peaceful settlement of a crisis.”
2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source
“Brazil's national action plan on women, peace and security incorporates that notion, as it includes actions to promote women's participation as agents of peace. Brazil welcomes the fact that the composition of the High-level Advisory Board on Mediation is gender- balanced. We would welcome more diversity, especially from a geographic perspective, when it comes to the Standby Team of Senior Mediation Advisers of the Department of Political Affairs. Establishing longer periods for the nomination of candidates could be helpful in that regard. As highlighted by the Secretary-General, mediation efforts require a supportive external environment. Due to its role as the primary guardian of peace and security, the Council can contribute to creating circumstances that are conducive to fruitful mediation.”
2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source
“On the other hand, bottom-up approaches that concretely involve all perspectives tend to generate more solid agreements. It may take longer to reach inclusive solutions, but they last longer. We cannot overestimate the constructive role that women and young people can have in mediation. The situation in Guinea-Bissau provides a clear example of how gender-sensitive initiatives tend to be more successful. Last year, as Guinea-Bissau was facing a prolonged political stalemate, a group of women facilitators was able to open up lines of dialogue among actors who had not spoken to one another directly for a long time. Comprised of 10 women from different local organizations, the group proved to be an effective measure to build confidence and de-escalate tensions.”
2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source
“Capacity-building is also instrumental in promoting early mediation. The United Nations should continue to support regional and subregional organizations in reinforcing their own mediation tools, as well as to assist national and local institutions. Experience demonstrates that actors other than the United Nations can be very effective mediators and, in some cases, may stand higher chances of success. Even in cases where others may be better placed to mediate a dispute, the United Nations should still be ready to provide political and technical assistance, if needed, to those taking the lead. Inclusivity and national ownership are key to effective mediation. More often than not, externally driven processes fail to account for all interests, lacking the roots needed to ensure long-term compliance and stability.”
2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source
“I take this opportunity to thank the Secretary- General for his briefing and to voice my country's appreciation for the creation, under his leadership, of the High-level Advisory Board on Mediation. The Council has already acknowledged that mediation is an important means for the peaceful settlement of disputes. While it is useful at all stages of a dispute, it should be particularly encouraged before tension escalates into armed conflict. Once violence flares, peacemaking becomes more challenging and the human costs rise, often dramatically. In order to enhance the United Nations readiness to employ mediation, the Mediation Support Unit must count on adequate human and financial resources. The establishment of a special account for special political missions, separate from the regular budget, could free resources for mediation support.”
2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source
“Brazil aligns itselfwith the statement to be delivered on behalf of the Group of Friends of Mediation, in which we have been proud to participate since its creation. Brazil has consistently been a supporter and a practitioner of mediation. Based on the notion of non-indifference, Brazil has, upon request, assisted several parties in settling their disputes. Our current role as guarantors of the negotiations between the Colombian Government and the Ejercito de Liberacion Nacional exemplifies our genuine commitment to facilitating the peaceful settlement of conflicts. The Tehran Declaration, brokered by Brazil and Turkey in 2010, on the Iranian nuclear dossier, is another example of our commitment to diplomacy and dialogue.”
2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source
“I would like to thank the United Kingdom for convening this open debate. Brazil highly appreciates the topic chosen for this meeting of the Security Council. I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his briefing and also commend tThe Most Reverend and Right Honourable Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury, and Ms. Mossarat Qadeem for their briefings. It has been too long since the Security Council last convened an open debate on mediation - a critical part of our toolbox for conflict prevention and settlement. While it is true that mediation has been gaining increased attention at the United Nations, especially as a component ofthe surge in diplomacy for peace, called for by the Secretary-General, there is much more that the Council could do to support it.”
2018-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8334 (2018) · source
“The Guinea-Bissau configuration will continue to be actively engaged in following the situation in Guinea-Bissau and in providing support for the country through different initiatives. All efforts must be made to encourage the international community to demonstrate renewed confidence in Guinea-Bissau now that the political impasse has been addressed. Finally, I would like to remind the Security Council that Brazil is currently the Chair of the Community of Portuguese-speaking Countries. As was done when I previously briefed the Council, the members of the CPLP have endorsed my remarks and recommendations.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“I would therefore once again like to call for the support of the international community for bridging the existing financial gap associated with the process. I would also like to reiterate to the Council my intention to visit Guinea-Bissau in the coming months, probably in July, to consult with a broad range of stakeholders on how the PBC can further support peacebuilding efforts in the country, especially the upcoming elections. The exact date of the visit will be scheduled in consultations with the local authorities. The visit will allow me to witness at first hand the ongoing preparations for the legislative elections. On my return, I intend to convene a PBC meeting to discuss the process. I would also like to reiterate my disposition to share the findings with the members of the Security Council.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“A project document in support of the elections has been signed between the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Government of Guinea-Bissau. The total budget of $7.7 million covers technical preparations for mapping, an update of voter registrations and the practical administration of the elections. It is important to underline that the Government of Guinea-Bissau has already made an unprecedented contribution to this basket fund. UNDP has also made contributions. In addition to the ongoing technical assistance the European Union is providing to the Technical Office for Electoral Processes Support, it is also preparing its contribution to the elections support project. However, additional financial resources are still needed.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“All of what I have mentioned speaks to the sustaining peace approach in peacebuilding and the importance of ensuring the coherence of international efforts in support of building and sustaining peace in a country-specific context, with a strong emphasis on inclusiveness and partnerships with regional and subregional organizations, as well as other relevant stakeholders, including civil society. This is also where the added value of the PBC comes into play. With regard to the electoral process, important challenges ahead include, inter alia, the financing ofthe elections and the update of the voter registration list. The existing financial challenges must be surmounted in order to allow for the timely preparations for the elections.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“I am sure that the authorities of Guinea-Bissau and key political actors will continue to demonstrate leadership and determination in that direction. I would also like to recognize the efforts of the region to solve the political impasse in the country. That was made possible due to an exemplary showing of international coordination, which includes the group of five international organizations involved in the peacebuilding process in Guinea-Bissau, that is, ECOWAS, the African Union, the European Union, the United Nations and the Community of Portuguese-Speaking Countries (CPLP). The PBC actively participated in these efforts.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“Members also underlined the engagement of ECOWAS and recognized the effective, preventive and deterrent role of the ECOWAS Mission in Guinea-Bissau, as well as the importance of ensuring its continuity until the necessary conditions for its withdrawal were fully met, at least until the 2019 presidential elections. The PBC therefore would like to congratulate the Government of Guinea-Bissau and the political actors for the constructive spirit that allowed for the consensus appointment of Prime Minister Aristides Gomes and his Cabinet and the establishment of a date for the legislative elections this year. I would like to stress, however, the importance of continued support for that positive momentum and to underline the need to move forward on other provisions of the Conakry Agreement, including the adoption of a stability pact.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“Tanou Kone, Permanent Observer of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS); Ambassador Anatolio Ndong Mba, Permanent Representative of Equatorial Guinea and Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2048 (2012), concerning Guinea- Bissau; Ambassador Fernando Delfim da Silva of Guinea-Bissau, and Ms. Barrie Freeman, who updated us on the most recent work of the PBSO. During that very positive meeting, participants expressed support for developments in the country, including the fact that the constitutional framework for free and fair elections would be respected.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“Preparations for that report began in 2009, and the Peacebuilding Fund (PBF) provided support to it. With regard to the PBF, it is worth mentioning that the implementation of its new portfolio for Guinea- Bissau started this year. As I mentioned during my previous briefing, it consists of six projects, totalling $7.3 million, running from January 2018 to June 2019. It aims to contribute through bottom-up peacebuilding approaches, supporting inclusive processes and strengthening the participation of women and youth. On Monday, 14 May, I convened a meeting of the Guinea-Bissau configuration of the PBC to discuss the situation in the country. On that occasion, we received briefings from Mr. David McLachlan-Karr, Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General in Guinea-Bissau; Mr.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“The appointment of a new Chair of the NEC is indeed an important step, since that was a factor blocking the preparations for the upcoming elections in November. As I informed the Council during my statement in February, that was stressed by many of my interlocutors in Guinea-Bissau last July, when I visited the country. Let me also add that, on 3 May, the Chair of the organizing committee of the National Conference for Guinea-Bissau on Peace Consolidation and Development, Father Domingos da Fonseca, delivered a report to President Jose Mario Vaz entitled "In the name of peace". That document was drafted after a long process of national consultations involving more than 3,000 people in the Guinean diaspora and in the country. The paper examines a series of issues related to peacebuilding and aims to contribute to national reconciliation.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“Since my previous briefing to the Security Council, on 14 February (see S/PV.8182), there have been positive developments in Guinea-Bissau. I will not dwell long on those points, especially after the excellent briefing we received today from the Assistant Secretary-General for Political Affairs, Mr. Taye-Brook Zerihoun. As we have heard, President Jose Mario Vaz appointed Aristides Gomes as the new consensual Prime Minister and confirmed that legislative elections would be held on 18 November. Members of the new Government were sworn in on 26 April. After almost three years of political impasse, an extraordinary plenary session of the Parliament was convened on 19 April, when the National People's Assembly elected new leadership for the National Electoral Commission (NEC) and extended its ninth legislature until November.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“Mr. Vieira: I would like to thank you, Madam President, for the invitation to address the Security Council in my capacity as Chair of the Guinea-Bissau configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC). Before starting, I would also like to welcome the appointment of Mr. Jose Viegas Filho of Brazil as the new Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Guinea-Bissau and Head of the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Guinea-Bissau. Mr. Viegas has more than four decades of experience in public service and diplomacy, and the PBC looks forward to closely working with him. I would also like to thank the former Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Modibo Toure, for his close collaboration with the PBC and the Peacebuilding Support Office (PBSO) during his tenure in Guinea- Bissau.”
2018-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8261 (2018) · source
“While recalling the need to plan carefully the practical steps for the implementation of the exit strategy, we believe that the Council should continuously assess the situation on the ground and revise its plans, if need be. Brazil is firmly committed to its long-term engagement and solidarity with Haiti. Our peacekeepers have left, but our engagement remains steady, as evidenced by the growing portfolio of bilateral technical cooperation projects.”
2018-04-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8220 (2018) · source
“In that regard, we encourage both MINUJUSTH and the Government of Haiti to use the window of opportunity provided by the remaining duration of the Mission's mandate to put in practice ambitious reforms in the field of the rule of law. That would allow the country to consolidate stability gains achieved over the past 14 years and lay the groundwork for sustainable and inclusive long-term socioeconomic development. In conclusion, we would like to encourage the extension of the MINUJUSTH mandate for another year and the maintenance of its budgetary and police components. We would prefer, however, that the references to Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations in the mandate be circumscribed to operational activities of the police component of the Mission.”
2018-04-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8220 (2018) · source
“In that regard, we recall the contributions for the stabilization of Haiti made by the implementation of quick-impact projects and community violence-reduction projects. We believe that such initiatives, which were successfully put in practice by MINUSTAH, should continue during MINUJUSTH's mandate. We take note of the two-year exit strategy proposed by the Secretary-General for the transition to a non-peacekeeping United Nations presence in Haiti, as well as its 11 benchmarks, and we welcome the fact that the benchmarks were adopted in close consultation with the Government of Haiti. We believe that such consultation should continue during the implementation and review of the exit strategy.”
2018-04-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8220 (2018) · source
“We note in particular the coordination between civilian and military personnel on the ground, community outreach strategies as confidence-building measures and the important role of women in all areas of the stabilization process. During these 13 years, Brazil had the honour to lead MINUSTAH and to contribute more than 30,000 troops to the Mission. As highlighted by the Secretary-General's report, the decline in homicide rates over the past few years has been maintained, with a decrease in the number of such crimes in the last quarter, as compared to the same period last year. However, it should be noted that, compared to the previous quarter, the number of homicides has increased, which serves as a reminder that the security situation is still precarious.”
2018-04-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8220 (2018) · source
“We note with satisfaction that the transition from the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) and MINUJUSTH was carried out without negatively impacting the security situation, which attests to the orderly and gradual withdrawal of the military component of the former Mission and to the carefully executed transfer of responsibility to the Haitian National Police, supported by the remaining formed police units. It also attests to the success of MINUSTAH, which, for 13 years, helped Haitians to ensure a stable and secure environment, rebuild the country after natural disasters and prepare for the future. MINUSTAH demonstrated the potential of innovative approaches that could serve as a model for future peacekeeping operations elsewhere in the world.”
2018-04-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8220 (2018) · source
“We congratulate you, Mr. President, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council and thank you for convening this important debate. We associate ourselves with the statement delivered by the Permanent Representative of Canada on behalf of the Group of Friends of Haiti. We welcome the Secretary-General's report (S/2018/24l), which covers the initial six months of the operations of the United Nations Mission for Justice Support in Haiti (MINUJUSTH).”
2018-04-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8220 (2018) · source
“The recent downsizing or closing of missions, such as in the cases of Haiti, Cote d'Ivoire and Liberia, where missions have created conditions conducive for peace and security, show the positive effect that United Nations operations continue to have, bringing hope for a better future to millions of people.”
2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source
“The focus of the report on casualty reduction, however, should not lead to an understanding that an increase in the militarization of operations would be the main way to make them more effective. Brazil reiterates that the success of peacekeeping operations will be determined not solely by the actions taken by military components, but also by their capacity to protect and sustain peace and to create an environment conducive to long-term political solutions. The success of peacekeeping missions also depends on the existence of achievable mandates and, most importantly, on the political will of regional actors and the international community. In our effort to improve peacekeeping, we must not fail to recognize the contributions achieved through that tool.”
2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source
“We also agree that a sense of shared responsibility is needed in the field. As highlighted by the Santos Cruz report, some units deployed tend to operate in isolation from others deployed in the same mission. By working together, contingents will contribute to a more efficient implementation of mandates and to decreasing the number of fatalities suffered by peacekeepers. Civilian leadership and personnel also need to play a more active role in taking necessary preventive measures to avoid casualties, including by promoting greater situational awareness, achieving an appropriate mission footprint and guaranteeing that logistic decisions are needs-oriented.”
2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source
“During this year's session, the Special Committee requested the Secretariat to develop an integrated performance policy framework for mandate implementation, based on clear standards for all relevant civilian and uniformed personnel. The Special Committee has also encouraged the Secretariat to develop a clear, comprehensive and transparent procedure on caveats, in consultation with troop- and police-contributing countries. Brazil welcomes the Secretary-General's efforts to address the increasing number of fatalities in peacekeeping operations, and we recognize the important contribution of the Santos Cruz report. We welcome its emphasis on the need to provide adequate resources, equipment and training to peacekeepers, particularly specialized training for specific threats.”
2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source
“We hope that the reforms proposed by the Secretary-General will be implemented in such a way as to strengthen peacekeeping's integration with other instruments in a coherent way, while recognizing and preserving its distinctiveness. The changes that we seek require action not only by the Security Council, but also by other bodies with responsibility for peacekeeping. The Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations, in particular, offers a great opportunity for Member States to reflect upon and help strengthen, in a democratic setting, the fundamental political consensus that underpins peacekeeping partnerships. It should take responsibility for giving directions and not just reacting to predetermined decisions.”
2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source
“The role of peacekeeping operations has evolved dramatically over the years. High expectations, coupled with greater resource constraints, have accentuated the difficulties missions face and have sometimes created frustration about the ability of peacekeeping operations to achieve their objectives. Brazil continues to believe in the capacity of United Nations peacekeeping operations to contribute significantly to the successful resolution of conflicts. However, change is required. We therefore thank you, Mr. President, for convening this debate and welcome the Secretary-General's effort to renew dialogue on peacekeeping operations. Peacekeeping is a unique instrument for dealing with conflicts.”
2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source
“I stress the importance of holding free and fair elections, in accordance with the Constitution of Guinea- Bissau, and call upon the international community to support that process. I underline the importance of renewing the mandate of UNIOGBIS for another year, as recommended by the Secretary-General. I also recognize the effective, preventive and deterrent role of ECOMIB. Finally, I would like to commend the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Modibo Toure, for his efforts to help ensure an enabling political environment in the country.”
2018-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8182 (2018) · source
“I would like to recall that Brazil is currently the Chair of the Community of Portuguese-speaking Countries (CPLP). As was done when I previously briefed the Council, the CPLP has endorsed my remarks. I would like to conclude my statement by reaffirming that the PBC will continue to make every effort to support Guinea-Bissau and I would like to outline the following recommendations in that regard. I reiterate the support of the configuration for the Bissau six-point road map and the Conakry Agreement as the framework for the resolution of the crisis. I call upon the authorities of Guinea-Bissau and key political actors to show leadership and determination by engaging in actions that would lead to the implementation of those agreements. I take note of the efforts of the region to resolve the political impasse in the country.”
2018-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8182 (2018) · source
“Delegations also supported the renewal of the mandate of the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Guinea-Bissau (UNIOGBIS), which is expected to happen by the end of this month, and underlined the importance of the good offices of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Modibo Toure. Finally, I also would like to inform the Council that it is my intention to visit Guinea-Bissau in the coming months to consult with a broad range of stakeholders on how the PBC can support peacebuilding efforts in the country and help the political actors find a solution to the current impasse. The exact date of the visit will depend on developments on the ground and will be scheduled in consultation with local authorities.”
2018-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8182 (2018) · source
“During that meeting, the participants had the opportunity to discuss the recent developments in the country, including the decision of ECOWAS to impose sanctions. They underlined the need for dialogue and mentioned the role of the region, including the importance of the implementation of the Conakry Agreement. Member States also commended the work of the PBF in Guinea-Bissau. Many participants stressed the relevance of respecting the constitutional framework in organizing elections. Member States welcomed the non-involvement of the armed forces in the political crisis. Many delegations mentioned the positive presence of the ECOWAS Mission in Guinea- Bissau (ECOMIB).”
2018-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8182 (2018) · source
“In this context, I am planning a visit to Washington in the coming weeks in order to talk to representatives of the World Bank about possibilities for cooperation with Guinea-Bissau. On Monday, 12 February, I convened a meeting of the Guinea-Bissau configuration of the PBC to discuss the most recent developments in the country. On that occasion, we heard a briefing from the Under- Secretary-General for Political Affairs and Head of the Department of Political Affairs, Mr. Jeffrey Feltman. I would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Feltman for his presence there. It was a positive sign of engagement and trust in the role of the PBC. It also showed his commitment to contributing to a solution to the current impasse in Guinea-Bissau.”
2018-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8182 (2018) · source
“On 15 December 2017, the Peacebuilding Fund (PBF) approved six new projects for Guinea-Bissau, totalling $7 million, to be implemented between January 2018 and June 2019. These projects are designed to help stabilize the country by providing support to the media and the justice sector, as well as support for national reconciliation efforts and the participation of young people and women in peacebuilding and in politics. The Guinea-Bissau configuration of the PBC discussed and supported these projects in a meeting held in November last year. The PBC will continue to support Guinea-Bissau not only through the PBF, but also through consultations with different partners, including the World Bank and other international financial institutions.”
2018-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8182 (2018) · source
“In 2017, I organized a working breakfast with the members of the PBC and four ambassador-level meetings of the Guinea-Bissau configuration. We issued three press statements last year on the situation in the country. I also briefed the Security Council on two occasions, on 14 February (see S/PV. 7883) and on 24 August. Between 25 and 28 July 2017, I conducted my first visit to Bissau in my capacity as Chair of the Guinea-Bissau configuration. I met many political actors, including President Jose Mario Vaz, then-Prime Minister Sissoco, a number of ministers, members of all parties in the Parliament, and representatives of the United Nations. On my return, I stopped in Lisbon, where I met with the Executive Secretary of the Community of Portuguese-speaking Countries, Ms. Maria do Carmo Silveira.”
2018-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8182 (2018) · source