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Vrailas

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first: 2011-08-26
most recent: 2016-08-23
sittings or episodes: 43
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“That exceptional level of international support will need to be matched by an equally strong commitment to reform and change by the Government of Afghanistan. The consequences of disengagement, as witnessed in other regions, are stark reminders of the costs we otherwise face. Respect for human rights, and in particular the situation of women and girls, has advanced considerably in the past decade. That deserves praise. But much remains to be done, which demands continued efforts. The EU welcomes the launching of Afghanistan's national action plan on resolution 1325 (2000), on women and peace and security, for the period 2015- 2022. The EU fully supports the National Unity Government in that endeavour and has put in place a special support programme for its implementation.”
2015-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7591 (2015) · source
“The European Union remains committed to Afghanistan and, as we have already announced, we are honoured to co-host the next ministerial conference in Brussels from 4 to 5 October 2016. Afghanistan will need the ongoing commitment of the international community to continue on the path to sustainability. The ministerial conference will set out the framework for the Government of Afghanistan and donors until 2020, thereby contributing to a stable and reliable environment for Afghanistan to move progressively towards self-reliance and acting as important catalyst for further mobilizing much-needed political and financial support from the wider region, as well as inside Afghanistan, with the help of the international partners.”
2015-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7591 (2015) · source
“Insecurity and instability are also fuelled by the illicit production and trafficking of narcotics, which remain an important concern for the European Union and have severe consequences on Afghanistan itself: high consumption rates within the population, the growth of the illicit economy, the corruption of institutions and the financing of international terrorism. The EU welcomes the recent adoption of Afghanistan's national drug action plan and encourages its swift and effective implementation. We encourage the Government of Afghanistan to continue to pursue a balanced and integrated approach, with the full support of the international community and in cooperation with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and other relevant regional frameworks, such as the Paris Pact initiative.”
2015-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7591 (2015) · source
“Implementing reforms to create economic opportunities will be as important as improving the State's capacity to deliver basic services, to maintain human rights standards and to agree on credible and timely reforms of the electoral system. We underline the importance of an Afghan- 1ed and Afghan-owned political process of peace and national reconciliation aimed at achieving a sustainable resolution of the conflict and at building trust and stability among all segments of Afghan society.”
2015-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7591 (2015) · source
“As the Secretary-General's report underlines, continuous insecurity threatens the progress made in stabilizing the country and remains a real concern. The past months have seen a new spike in the exodus of refugees and migrants from Afghanistan. It is all the more urgent that the Government of Afghanistan, with the support of the international community and all regional stakeholders, provide for a secure and stable environment. In that regard, we welcome the continued regional presence of NATO's train-advice-assist Resolute Support Mission. In that connection, I would like to express our deep condolences to our NATO and United States colleagues for the suicide attack that cost three NATO soldiers their lives earlier to day in Bagram. It is crucial that the Afghan people can regain confidence in the future.”
2015-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7591 (2015) · source
“Afghanistan has made considerable progress in the political, security, economic and development areas over the past decade. The recently adopted General Assembly resolution highlights many of those advances, for which the Government of Afghanistan and the Afghan people deserve much credit. But the gains made are fragile and major challenges remain. In our statement at the Security Council debate on Afghanistan in September (see S/PV.7526), we highlighted the role of institutions in Afghanistan and of the new Self-reliance through Mutual Accountability Framework, which provides important benchmarks and timelines for deliverables in key priority areas. That will allow for stepping up the pace of reforms and ensuring more effective implementation and lead to greater aid effectiveness.”
2015-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7591 (2015) · source
“Mr. Vrailas: I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union and its member States. The candidate countries 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 Armenia and Georgia, align themselves with this statement. First of all, allow me to thank the Secretary- General for his comprehensive report (S/2015/942) on Afghanistan, issued on 10 December. We are also very grateful to Special Representative of the Secretary- General Haysom for his briefing and commend him and all the staff ofthe United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan for their commitment and very hard work to bring Afghanistan onto the path to progress.”
2015-12-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7591 (2015) · source
“The EU will reinforce its efforts to scale up the implementation of the Security Council resolutions 2139 (2014), 2165 (2014) and 2191 (2014) to deliver cross-border and cross-line assistance in order to help those Syrians most desperately in need, intensify humanitarian diplomacy, seek ways to improve access and protection and promote humanitarian principles and local consensus with regard to guidelines for aid delivery.”
2015-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7540Resumption1 (2015) · source
“The recent Russian military attacks that go beyond Daesh and other United Nations-designated terrorist groups, as well as on the moderate opposition, are of deep concern and must cease immediately; so too must the Russian violations of the sovereign airspace of neighbouring countries. That military escalation risks prolonging the conflict, undermining apolitical process, aggravating the humanitarian situation and increasing radicalization. Our aim should be to de-escalate the conflict. The EU calls on Russia to focus its efforts on the common objective of achieving a political solution to the conflict In that context, it urges Russia to push for a reduction of violence and the implementation of confidence-building measures by the Syrian regime, pursuant to the provisions of resolution 2139 (2014).”
2015-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7540Resumption1 (2015) · source
“We condemn Daesh's deliberate destruction of cultural heritage in Syria and Iraq, which amounts to a war crime under international law. Those responsible for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Syria must be held accountable. We reiterate our call on the Security Council to refer the situation in Syria to the International Criminal Court. The EU supports the efforts of the Global Coalition to Counter Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant. As a consequence of its policies and actions, the Al-Assad regime cannot be a partner in the fight against Daesh. Action against Daesh needs to be closely coordinated among all partners, and needs clearly to target Daesh, Jabhat Al-Nusra and the other United Nations- designated terrorist groups.”
2015-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7540Resumption1 (2015) · source
“In that light, we welcome the unanimous adoption of Security Council resolution 2235 (2015) to identify those responsible for the use of chemical weapons, and stress that those individuals, entities, groups or Governments must be held accountable. The systematic targeting of civilians by the regime has led to mass displacements and encouraged recruitment to and the flourishing of terrorist groups in Syria. This calls for urgent attention and action. We strongly condemn the indiscriminate attacks, atrocities, killings, conflict-related sexual violence, abuses of human rights and serious violations of international humanitarian law perpetrated by Daesh and other terrorist groups. We support international efforts and initiatives to address those issues.”
2015-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7540Resumption1 (2015) · source
“The Al-Assad regime bears the greatest responsibility for the 250,000 deaths in the conflict and the displacement of millions of people. International humanitarian law applies to all parties, and human rights need to be fully respected. We call on all parties to stop all forms of indiscriminate shelling and bombardment against civilian areas and structures and, in particular, on the Syrian regime to cease all aerial bombardments, including the use of barrel bombs in line with resolution 2139 (2014). We also call for the immediate cessation of the use of chemical weapons, which is a violation of resolutions 2118 (2013) and 2209 (2015).”
2015-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7540Resumption1 (2015) · source
“The moderate political opposition and associated armed groups urgently need to unite behind a common approach in order to present an alternative to the Syrian people. We urge all those with influence on the parties, including on the Syrian regime, to use that influence to encourage a constructive role in the process, leading to a political transition and to end the cycle of violence. The EU will proactively engage with key regional actors, such as Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Egypt and international partners within the United Nations framework, to build the conditions for a peaceful and inclusive transition. We condemn the excessive, disproportionate and indiscriminate attacks that the Syrian regime continues to commit against its own people.”
2015-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7540Resumption1 (2015) · source
“The international community has to unite around two complementary and interlinked tracks: a political one aimed at ending the civil war by addressing all the root causes of the conflict and establishing an inclusive political transition process that will restore peace to the country; and a security one focused on the fight against the regional and global threat of Daesh. The European Union reiterates its full support to the United Nations-led efforts and the work of United Nations Special Envoy Staffan de Mistura. We call on all Syrian parties to show a clear and concrete commitment to the United Nations-led process and to participate actively in the working groups proposed by the Special Envoy.”
2015-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7540Resumption1 (2015) · source
“Turning to the conflict in Syria, there is an increasingly urgent need to find a lasting solution that will end this conflict. Only a Syrian-led political process leading to a peaceful and inclusive transition, based on the principles of the Geneva communique (S/2012/522, annex) of 30 June 2012, will bring back stability to Syria, enable peace and reconciliation, create the necessary environment for efficient counter-terrorism efforts and maintain the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of the Syrian State. There cannot be a lasting peace in Syria under the present leadership and until the legitimate grievances and aspirations of all components of Syrian society are addressed.”
2015-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7540Resumption1 (2015) · source
“The EU offers its full support to the Secretary- General's Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, Mr. Mladenov. The Security Council, with primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security, continues to have a crucial role in regard to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. However, ultimately sustainable peace will require courageous decisions by the parties to the conflict. We urge them to carefully consider the high price of a continued unresolved conflict, which will continue to be paid by local populations. The EU continues to follow developments on the ground very closely. It remains determined to do its utmost to preserve the viability of the two-State solution in the interest of both Palestinians and Israelis.”
2015-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7540Resumption1 (2015) · source
“The EU remains determined to play its part, not least through the EU Special Representative for the Middle East Peace Process, Fernando Gentilini. We will work with all sides, through the implementation of existing agreements, to allow Palestinian socioeconomic development and to empower Palestinian institutions in preparation for statehood. The EU warmly welcomes the statement issued by representatives of the Quartet, dated 30 September, and their consultations with the Foreign Ministers of Egypt, Jordan and Saudi Arabia, as well as with the Secretary-General of the League of Arab States and other interested member States. Outreach to regional partners will remain essential, as the Arab Peace Initiative is of key strategic importance for any future comprehensive peace agreement.”
2015-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7540Resumption1 (2015) · source
“The two-State solution will also require Palestinian factions to work together to address the needs of the Palestinian population. We therefore continue to urge them to make reconciliation a top priority. The Palestinian Authority must take greater responsibility in this regard and assume its Government functions in the Gaza Strip. The dire situation in Gaza must be fundamentally changed to allow for improved socioeconomic conditions for the local population and security for all. Let us also not forget Jerusalem, a city sacred to three religions. The historical status quo at the holy sites, a matter of great sensitivity, must not be altered. Therefore, all relevant parties must open a serious dialogue to ensure the status quo at the holy sites is upheld. A renewed peace process will require a common international effort.”
2015-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7540Resumption1 (2015) · source
“The immediate priority for the parties is to agree on substantial steps, which would improve the situation on the ground and build a path back to final status negotiations. The EU position has been clear and consistent. A negotiated two-State solution, which ends the occupation and fulfils the aspirations of both sides, is the only way of bringing the lasting peace and security that both Israelis and Palestinians deserve. By the same token, actions by either side that call into question their stated commitment to a negotiated solution must be avoided. This includes demolitions and the expansion of Israeli settlements in the West Bank, which are illegal under international law, and of projects funded by the EU and EU member States.”
2015-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7540Resumption1 (2015) · source
“We therefore urge political leaders on both sides to promote calm, encourage restraint and avoid actions which could further fuel tensions. Violence or acts of terror against any innocent civilian are simply unacceptable. The response of security forces needs to be proportionate and consistent regardless of who is the perpetrator. The continued cooperation between Israel and the Palestinian Authority to ensure de-escalation and the restoration of order is crucially important. However, current developments on the ground provide the evidence that the status quo is not an option. They prove the need for a political horizon. The best way ofhalting the violence is an immediate return to a credible political process.”
2015-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7540Resumption1 (2015) · source
“Mr. Vrailas: I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU). The candidate countries Montenegro and Albania, as well as Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova and Georgia, align themselves with this statement. While the Middle East faces multiple challenges today, including the crisis in Syria, the Middle East peace process cannot be allowed to slip from our agenda. It is crucial for the Israelis and the Palestinians, but also for regional peace and security. The increased deadly violence in October, not least in East Jerusalem, the West Bank, Gaza and Israel, claiming many lives and injuring over a thousand, is a tragic reminder of this. We deeply regret the loss oflives and our thoughts are with the victims and their families. The risk of escalation is a source of great concern.”
2015-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7540Resumption1 (2015) · source
“Let me conclude by expressing the European Union's tribute to, and support for, all those who fight for the respect of freedom of expression and for a free, pluralistic press and other media.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“In that context, the United Nations Plan of Action on the Safety of Journalists and the Issue of Impunity, a work led by UNESCO with the aim of greater cooperation among United Nations organizations, is a key document. If today we are discussing this matter, it is not because the United Nations is not paying attention to the issue. It is, first, because States are not doing enough to promote a safe and enabling environment for journalists to work independently, without undue interference and without fear of censorship, persecution or prosecution; and, secondly, because they need to do more to bring to justice the perpetrators of attacks onjournalists.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“We encourage the Secretary-General to continue including the issue of the protection ofjournalists in armed conflicts in his reports on the protection of civilians, and encourage peacekeeping and special political missions to also include this issue in existing reporting, as relevant. We also encourage the Security Council to address the protection of journalists in situations of armed conflict, including through public statements. The Council is not alone in addressing this issue. The General Assembly and the Human Rights Council have adopted annual consensual resolutions on the safety of journalists and the issue of impunity.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“We furthermore call on all parties to conflict to allow, within the framework of applicable rules and procedures, media access and coverage in situations of international and non-international armed conflict. Almost half of the journalists killed in 2014 died in the Middle East. Approximately 38 per cent of the total died in combat or cross-fire. That clearly shows that more are killed outside of combat. Alhough it is vital that we protect journalists and media actors in conflict, we must also ensure their safety outside of combat. They serve an invaluable role in preventing conflict and holding Governments to account. The EU condemns any Government that intimidates or suppresses independent and free press.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“The platform is a reliable tool to compile, process and disseminate factual data in Council of Europe member States, verified by independent partners, concerning physical threats to journalists or risk to the confidentiality of media sources, as well as other forms of intimidation. It also enables the initiation of a dialogue with the States concerned on possible remedies and protective measures. We must recall that, according to international humanitarian law, journalists engaged in dangerous professional missions in areas of armed conflict shall be considered as civilians and shall be respected and protected as such. We call on all parties to armed conflict to respect their obligations under international human rights law and international humanitarian law, including the Geneva Conventions and the Additional Protocols thereto.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“We also have an emergency fund scheme to protect human rights defenders, including journalists, which was recently expanded to help cyberdissidents build self-protection skills. The protection of journalists and support for independent media are also among the top priorities of the European Endowment for Democracy, which is supporting independent media and journalists, including bloggers, social media activists, et cetera, in the EU neighbourhood and beyond. Article 10 of the European Convention on Human Rights guarantees the right to the freedom of expression and information. The Council of Europe launched an Internet platform aimed at protecting journalism and promoting the safety of journalists.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“The EU has repeatedly condemned attacks against journalists and bloggers through several public statements, in other international forums, such as the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, and in the framework of the European Union's bilateral relations with third countries. The European Union is also active in supporting concrete actions in the field of the protection of journalists, including in countries in crisis. For example, we have funded a programme to protect journalists and bloggers, especially young and inexperienced ones, providing them with administrative, material or financial support when needed. The programme also provides judicial support for journalists and bloggers who are detained or facing trial and, in the most extreme cases, moves them to a safe location.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“European Union member States subscribe to freedom, democracy, respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms and the rule of law, on which the European Union is based. Accession to the European Union is based on the adherence to those principles, which include the freedom of expression, of opinion and of information. We all have an obligation to react to the worrying trend of the increased level of intimidation and violence that journalists, media actors and other individuals face in many countries across the world because of their job. In that context, we must not forget that female journalists are more often subject to harassment and sexual violence.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“Such attacks and intimidation are not only an attack on the victim, but also on the very essence of article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. States must take active steps to prevent violence and to promote a safe environment for journalists and other media actors, thereby enabling them to carry out their work independently, without undue interference and without fear of violence or persecution. The EU attaches the highest priority to the safety of journalists and other media actors and encourages all States to take all the appropriate steps to ensure the protection of journalists, both in terms of preventive measures and by urging effective investigations when violations or abuses occur. In that context, the April 2015 Doha Declaration includes language calling for States to act in that regard.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“We also welcome the adoption of resolution 2222 (2015) on the topic of this debate. At the time of the last Security Council debate (see S/PV.7003) we regretted the high number ofjournalists killed while doing their jobs. Sadly, today we cannot but note that this figure continues to increase with an unparalleled level of viciousness shown by the barbaric executions committed by Daesh. The freedom of opinion and of expression are fundamental rights ofevery human being. Indispensable for individual dignity and fulfilment, they also constitute essential foundations for democracy, the rule of law, peace, stability, sustainable inclusive development and participation in public affairs. Journalists' work often puts them at specific risk of intimidation and violence.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“Mr. Vrailas: I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU) and its member States. I shall deliver a shortened version of our statement. The full text will be found on our website. The candidate countries Turkey, the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Montenegro, Iceland, 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, Armenia and Georgia, align themselves with this statement. I want to thank the Lithuanian presidency of the Council for bringing back this important issue to this forum. Let me also thank Deputy Secretary-General Eliasson for his briefing, and Mariane Pearl and Christophe Deloire for their testimonies.”
2015-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7450Resumption1 (2015) · source
“We welcome the ongoing close cooperation between the Forum and the United Nations and encourage its further strengthening. Within their respective competences, regional organizations also have an important role to play, especially in the effective implementation of initiatives emanating from the United Nations. The European Union will, therefore, continue to be very active and cooperate with all countries to counter Violent extremism. The United Nations is a key forum for that endeavour, and we look forward to further constructive discussions during the General Assembly Ministerial week in September.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“Strategies include empowering youth and women, as well as religious, cultural and education leaders and all members of relevant civil-society groups, adopting tailored approaches to countering recruitment to this kind of violent extremism and promoting social inclusion and cohesion. We are also constantly pleading with United Nations entities to focus on terrorism prevention in a more coordinated manner. The United Nations Counter-Terrorism Implementation Task Force and the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate have a crucial role to play in developing analyses and programmes that involve youth and are dedicated to youth for the purposes of effective countering-Violent- extremism prevention. The Global Counter-Terrorism Forum is also an appropriate forum to develop such efforts further.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“As already announced at the White House Summit on Countering Violent Extremism in February, we will soon launch additional programmes on how to link education and counter Violent extremism, address the socioeconomic aspects of conflicts and link them with the post-2015 agenda. We therefore encourage States to engage with members of the relevant local communities and non-governmental actors in developing strategies to counter the violent extremist narrative that can incite youth to terrorist acts, and address the conditions that are conducive to the spread of Violent extremism.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“In that context, we also focus on addressing the underlying factors of radicalization by supporting initiatives with regard to youth, education, vocational training, job opportunities, civil society, security-sector reform and the role of women. That is very much in line with the link between security and development that the EU upholds, as is underlined in the presidency's concept note. There is indeed no security possible without the necessary development conditions, and in that sense supporting programmes that give opportunities to youth is a good way to counter extremism in an effective way.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“We are also engaging with local communities, civil society and the private sector in order to foster their resilience and prevent the formation of parallel education networks, where extremist ideas may thrive. At the initiative of the French Government and the EU, the Union's Education Ministers met in Paris on 17 March to discuss new measures to tackle radicalization across the European Union. In our partner countries, the EU also supports initiatives aimed at identifying the motivations behind youth extremism, at empowering women, at promoting community policing, at strengthening local actors and at improving the media and education capacities to counter radicalizing ideologies. We have to make sure that young people not only take advantage of education, but that they can find their place in their own societies, and an appropriate one.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“The EU and its member States are very actively engaged in countering violent extremism and have identified anti-radicalization efforts as one of the main areas in which to concentrate our efforts. A particular emphasis is placed on prevention, and the EU has defined its vision through the EU Strategy for Combating Radicalization and Recruitment. We cannot afford to lose the fight for our youth. This is why education is so crucial. Let us not forget the words of a brave young woman, the Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai: "The extremists are afraid of books and pens. The power of education frightens them". In Europe, we believe that public education is a powerful tool to promote open-mindedness and tolerance in youth.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“It offers us the opportunity to further the discussions and to build on the recent commitments we took at the Summit on Countering Violent Extremism, convened by President Obama in February. The fight against violent extremism will be lengthy. As we focus on immediate threats, we should also think strategically, to our future. Younger generations are the key to our success. Terrorist groups and extremists capitalize on advances in technology to find new ways of engaging with disaffected youth and take advantage of social networking sites, online video channels and radical chat rooms. They are spreading their propaganda more widely, more rapidly and more effectively, and youth are the main specific target through social media. That is why it is important that we act together and in a concerted manner, while upholding our core values.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“Mr. Vrailas: Allow me to present apologies on behalf of Ambassador Mayr-Harting, as he is not able to deliver this statement himself. I am speaking on behalf of the European Union and its 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, Armenia and Georgia, align themselves with this statement. We thank the Jordanian presidency of the Security Council for the initiative to organize this high-level debate on the role of youth in countering Violent extremism and promoting peace.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“The full implementation of the Afghanistan-Pakistan Transit Trade Agreement and other agreements can also play a valuable role in stimulating economic activity along vital economic and transport arteries. In turn, increased economic activity can offer increased economic opportunities to those living in insecure areas. In conclusion, peace and security in Afghanistan are the heartfelt desire of the Afghan people. The EU will work with and support the national unity Government during this difficult transformation period and calls upon it to further promote an inclusive dialogue on reconciliation and political participation with all members of society. Lasting peace can only come with the constructive engagement of all neighbouring countries. The EU will work with the leading members of the international community to support that outcome.”
2015-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7403 (2015) · source
“Credit must go to President Ghani Ahmadzai and the other leaders in the region for their endeavours to build links and cooperation among their countries. The EU knows from its own experience that greater security and prosperity are interlinked. The Central and South Asian regions remain among the least integrated in the world. Increased cooperation has the potential to benefit all countries in the region. The cooperation structures that develop from those processes will offer the possibility of deepened relationships and increased interdependence, thereby enabling a shared and structured approach to resolving differences of opinion. The EU is a strong supporter of the Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process and other processes that are owned by the countries in the region. They need to be reinvigorated.”
2015-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7403 (2015) · source
“We must also protect the gains made by Afghan women since the fall of the Taliban regime, as their active involvement in rebuilding the State remains crucial. In that regard, the EU would like to emphasize the need for the full implementation of resolution 1325 (2000). The EU has previously raised the issue of the central and critical role of women in all spheres of life in Afghanistan. As the High Representative recently said on the occasion of International Woman's Day, on 8 March, "Women make the difference." We therefore wish to see women actively involved in the negotiations on the future of their country. The EU welcomes the more positive atmosphere now existing in regional relations.”
2015-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7403 (2015) · source
“That can ensure that gains made in the past 13 years are safeguarded and used as the foundation for further progress. The EU welcomes the lead taken by the national unity Government in renewing momentum towards the initiation of an inclusive peace process. A meaningful peace process has the potential to be transformative in enabling Afghans to believe in an Afghanistan that can fully meet their legitimate aspirations for a more prosperous and more secure life. But a peace deal should not come at any price. Afghans were relieved to hear President Ghani Ahmadzai's words that the price of peace must not be greater than the price of war. The EU fully supports the national unity Government in that endeavour. It is imperative that Afghanistan never again be the base from which terrorist groups operate.”
2015-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7403 (2015) · source
“Let me start by reiterating the EU's full support for the continued important role played by the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and all ofthe United Nations agencies in supporting the Afghan people, and in coordinating the international community's assistance. Since the completion of the International Security Assistance Force's mission, the role of the United Nations is now even more important in assisting the national unity Government to implement its priorities. In that regard, it also remains important that the Mission maintain a countrywide presence. The successful implementation of reforms has an important part to play in underpinning the continued unity of the Government and a continued unity of purpose.”
2015-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7403 (2015) · source
“Mr. Vrailas: I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU) and its member States. The candidate countries 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 the Republic of Moldova, Armenia and Georgia align themselves with this statement. I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his comprehensive report (S/2015/151), Special Representative Haysom for his briefing and Ambassador Tanin for his statement.”
2015-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7403 (2015) · source
“In this context, United Nations operations need to be staffed and equipped in a way that allows staff to better interact with the local population and civil society organizations, with the overarching aim of responding to warning signals and reducing the risk of atrocity crimes. This is a year of reviews at the United Nations, including the reviews of resolution 1325 (2000), peacebuilding and peace operations. We need to work together to ensure that these parallel processes - which are to shape the way we deal with peace and security - are ambitious and strategic. We have a great opportunity to advance the cause of the protection of civilians and to redouble our efforts to alleviate the suffering of women and girls who are trapped in the dynamics of violent conflict.”
2015-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7374 (2015) · source
“That provides us with an opportunity that we must not miss in order to embed a strong gender dimension in the United Nations peace and security architecture. The upcoming review of peace operations should aim at achieving a model of peacekeeping that puts a strong focus on the protection of civilians. Tackling sexual violence should be a priority. United Nations peace operations should play a critical role in the implementation of the responsibility to protect, as they are often in the front line when a State is unable or unwilling to protect civilians from the risk of atrocity crimes.”
2015-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7374 (2015) · source
“The second report on the implementation of the comprehensive approach, from February 2014, also sets the EU priority areas for the next reporting period of 2013-2015, which include transitional justice, women's political participation and economic empowerment, women's involvement in peace processes and preventing sexual violence in conflict. Seventeen European Union member States have adopted national action plans with the aim of strengthening their action on resolution 1325 (2000). We look forward to the global Review of the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) this year. We hope that it provides an additional push to make all our commitments on women and peace and security a reality. Preparations for the review will be conducted in parallel with the peacebuilding review and the review of peace operations.”
2015-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7374 (2015) · source
“The EU welcomes the development of a guidebook to support more effective reporting by States parties to the Committee. We also underline the importance of reviewing our progress on women and peace and security in the context of the twentieth anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. The resilience of women and girls in situations of conflict and displacement must be acknowledged, and their capacity to be active agents in conflict resolution and in building lasting peace harnessed. The principles of protection and participation go hand in hand. We continue to implement an EU systematic plan on women and peace and security: the comprehensive approach to the implementation of these resolutions.”
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