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“We need to identify and support policies that strengthen women's voices and women's engagement in decision-making from the initial phase of the peacemaking process to the establishment and development of local and national governmental institutions. We are aware that there is a huge number of highly qualified women who are adequately prepared and available for high-level positions, including those of negotiators and mediators. A major challenge is to raise the awareness of decision-makers that women's participation provides a great added value and is a crucial element needed to bring about change in post- conflict environments. Realizing that change requires a mind shift by politicians, negotiators and mediators on how they view the role of women in conflict prevention and peacekeeping.”
2019-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8649 (2019) · source
“Consequently, women's concerns are rarely on the agenda ofpeace talks. According to UN-Women, in recent years women's participation in negotiating delegations in peace processes supported or tracked by the United Nations has not improved. In 2018, out of six active processes led orjointly led by the United Nations, women were included in 14 out of 19 delegations. Between 1992 and 2018, women constituted 13 per cent of negotiators, 3 per cent of mediators and only 4 per cent of signatories in major peace processes tracked. The meaningful, full and equal participation of women in political processes regarding peace and security is not only about ensuring the equal representation of women and men but also about the quality of their participation. It concerns women's leadership.”
2019-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8649 (2019) · source
“The women, peace and security agenda has been greatly enriched over the past 19 years, including by highlighting the disproportionate impact of armed conflict on women and girls, the great benefits of enhancing the involvement of women in conflict prevention and disarmament initiatives, as well as peace processes, and the absolute necessity to tackle the scourge of conflict-related sexual and gender-based violence as a tactic of war. It is also widely understood that women and men have different experiences and needs both during and following conflict and that women have a unique set of challenges related to peacebuilding and security. There is no doubt that despite such achievements, much remains to be done. There has been a marginal increase in the number of women involved in formal peace talks.”
2019-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8649 (2019) · source
“We commend South Africa for convening this important debate. We welcome the focus of the debate on the implementation ofthe women, peace and security agenda and on making our common commitment a reality. We congratulate South Africa on its leadership and efforts in bringing about a new resolution on women, peace and security (resolution 2493 (2019)). Poland was pleased to support the resolution adopted today. The need to include women in peacebuilding, conflict prevention and conflict resolution has been gradually acknowledged by the international arena.”
2019-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8649 (2019) · source
“The international community must fully appreciate UNIFIL's contribution to the stability of Lebanon, and we are very happy to contribute to that endeavour, as Poland is returning to UNIFIL.”
2019-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8648 (2019) · source
“More than 160,000 Palestinian Authority employees will receive their salaries. Today I would also like to underline our commitment to Lebanon's unity, stability, independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity. In considering the difficulties faced by the Lebanese economy, exacerbated by regional turmoil and the refugee crisis, we greatly appreciate the efforts of the Government in Beirut to address the concerns in that regard. Introducing reforms can be challenging, but they must be implemented to avoid further deterioration in the country's socioeconomic conditions. Along those lines, we believe that the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) is providing the stability needed in the mission's mandate area. Today it is difficult to imagine the security environment in southern Lebanon without UNIFIL's presence.”
2019-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8648 (2019) · source
“We call on all the parties to take urgent steps to promote fundamental change in the humanitarian, political, security and economic situation in Gaza, as well as to end the closure policy and ensure the sustained opening of the crossing points that are important for Gazans' daily lives, while at the same time addressing Israel's legitimate security concerns. We commend the efforts led by Egypt, Qatar and the Special Coordinator to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza as part of a future Palestinian State. I also want to underline the importance of the agreement reached by the Palestinian Authority with Israel on restoring some of its tax revenues. We strongly believe that additional revenue will ease the financial crisis and at least partially ensure payments to civil servants.”
2019-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8648 (2019) · source
“The status of Jerusalem should also take into account the mutual recognition of the historical relations and national rights of both parties to the city. A key element in that context would be a meaningful dialogue among the three main monotheistic religions. We continue to follow developments in the intra-Palestinian reconciliation closely. In that context, we have taken note of the Palestinian Authorities' call for general elections, the first in 13 years. The issue is very important, especially because the reconciliation process has reached a stalemate, despite Egypt's best efforts to facilitate it. Turning to Gaza, I want to underline that the situation remains dire and continues to fuel extremism and radicalization and foster instability.”
2019-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8648 (2019) · source
“We should continue to seek an end to the Israeli- Palestinian conflict by reviving the peace process. A return to meaningful bilateral negotiations, based on the relevant United Nations resolutions and international law, can only make a positive contribution to the process. That is the only path to a two-State solution and a resolution of all final-status issues. At the same time, we encourage the parties to the conflict to take action in order to achieve reconciliation and safeguard the dignity and sanctity of the holy sites, particularly in Jerusalem. We strongly believe that the aspirations of both parties for Jerusalem must be fulfilled, and a way to resolve its status as the future capital of both States must be found through negotiations.”
2019-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8648 (2019) · source
“I would like to welcome you, Madam President, to today's debate, along with the State Secretary of the Federal Foreign Office of Germany. At the outset, I also want to thank Mr. Nickolay Mladenov, Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, for his very comprehensive briefing. Let me begin by reaffirming Poland's commitment to a comprehensive settlement of the Israeli- Palestinian conflict through a two-State solution and an agreement that ends the occupation that began in 1967, ending all claims and fulfilling the aspirations of both parties, including the security needs of both Israelis and Palestinians and Palestinian aspirations for statehood and sovereignty, on the basis of the relevant Security Council resolutions and internationally agreed parameters.”
2019-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8648 (2019) · source
“For that reason, as we approach the renewal of the mandate of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID), it is imperative that in our reflections on the mission's future we take into account developments in the nationwide political process as well as the peace process in Darfur. Poland looks forward to discussions on the new draft resolution. We are willing to consider the options on UNAMID's way forward suggested in the latest special report of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission and the Secretary-General of the United Nations (S/2019/816), while making sure that the new mandate will allow the mission to support the peace process and the implementation of the peace agreement that is expected to be signed by the end of the year.”
2019-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8643 (2019) · source
“The humanitarian and human rights situations continue to be of concern with regard to the obstruction of the delivery of humanitarian assistance to internally displaced persons and the persistence of violence against civilians, including sexual violence. The security situation remains stable yet vulnerable, with incidents between the security forces, armed movements and civilians, intercommunal tensions and rising levels of criminality. Due to the lack of effective State institutions and good governance, the perpetrators of crimes and violations enjoy impunity. The situation in Darfur is closely linked to the ongoing political process in the Sudan.”
2019-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8643 (2019) · source
“In that context, we welcomed the signing of the Juba Declaration for Confidence-building Procedures and the Preparation for Negotiation, which creates the necessary framework for addressing the remaining drivers of conflict in Darfur, and we commend the leadership role that the transitional authorities have taken in reaching out to all the armed groups. We call on all the Darfuri armed opposition groups and movements to engage in the negotiations with the new Sudanese authorities and seize the opportunity to take part in bringing positive change and comprehensive peace to Darfur. Despite those positive developments, many challenges still remain in Darfur.”
2019-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8643 (2019) · source
“I would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Lacroix for his very informative briefing, and I welcome the presence of the Ambassador of the Sudan here today. At the outset, I would like to commend the Sudanese transitional authorities' ongoing efforts and commitment to addressing the multiple challenges facing the country. We continue to believe that the political changes in the Sudan provide a unique and historic opportunity to implement a real and inclusive transition under a civilian leadership and to address the Sudanese people's aspirations to peace and prosperity. We see that the new political dynamic in the Sudan is already bringing momentum back to the peace process in Darfur.”
2019-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8643 (2019) · source
“The lack of fully functioning civilian institutions, such as police forces and courts, contributed to impunity for human rights violations. The Darfuri armed groups operating in Libya have engaged in military operations alongside their Libyan partners. In the light of developments in Khartoum, those groups are cautiously weighing their options regarding their return to Darfur. The presence of Darfuri armed groups in South Sudan was residual, since the South Sudanese authorities no longer provide them with any meaningful support. The Panel provided a brief update on the situation in Darfur in its second quarterly report, which the Committee received on 24 September. Finally, I would like to update the Council about my intention to Visit the Sudan.”
2019-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8632 (2019) · source
“The Panel informed the Committee that, during the reporting period from 13 March to 3 August, while there was no large-scale outbreak of Violence in Darfur, the security situation there was characterized by localized security incidents, including intercommunal skirmishes, militia attacks on civilians, tensions in major internally displaced persons (IDPs) camps and clashes in Jebel Marra between the security forces, allied militias and the Sudan Liberation Army/Abdul Wahid faction (SLA/ AW), as well as Within the SLA/AW itself, in addition to attacks on the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur and humanitarian agencies. The Panel also documented Violations of international humanitarian law, human rights abuses, rape and sexual violence against communities in Darfur, including IDPs.”
2019-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8632 (2019) · source
“In accordance with paragraph 3 (a) (iv) of resolution 1591 (2005), I have the honour to brief the Security Council on the work of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1591 (2005), concerning the Sudan, covering the period from 22 June to 27 September 2019. During that period, the Committee met in informal consultations on 16 August to hear the Panel of Experts on the Sudan present its interim report.”
2019-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8632 (2019) · source
“At the same time, we call on all national and regional stakeholders to implement the regional action plan for the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000), notably by achieving the agreed quota for women's representation in peace and political processes by 2020. Poland considers the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework for the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Region to be an essential mechanism for achieving peace and security in the region. We therefore call on all signatories promptly and in good faith to fulfil their respective commitments under the relevant agreement. We thank the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General and his team for their tireless support to the implementation of the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework.”
2019-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8630 (2019) · source
“Poland remains deeply concerned over persistent challenges to the exercise of basic political freedoms and human rights in parts of the Great Lakes region. We therefore call on Governments to uphold their respective commitments, notably those under the African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance, and to create the conditions necessary for the voices of all stakeholders to be heard in local and national decision-making processes. We likewise recognize the important and vital role of women in efforts to maintain and promote peace and security in the region. In this regard, we welcome the role play by the Advisory Board of the Women's Platform for the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework.”
2019-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8630 (2019) · source
“Against this positive backdrop, threats posed by armed groups, rising tensions between the signatories of the agreements and human rights abuses, as well as violations of international humanitarian law and further displacement of people, continue to impact countries of the Great Lakes region. In that regard, Poland believes that countering illegal cross-border activities has to be an integral part of responding to challenges in the region. It is an essential precondition for the limitation of the activities of armed groups and successful submission of combatants to disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programmes. We therefore welcome ongoing efforts to strengthen regional security cooperation mechanisms, notably the expanded Joint Verification Mechanism and the Follow- up Mechanism on the Allied Democratic Forces.”
2019-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8630 (2019) · source
“At the outset, I wish to thank the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for the Great Lakes Region, Mr. Huang Xia, for his very informative briefing. Over recent months, significant opportunities for consolidating regional peace and stability have emerged, including through the holding of peaceful elections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the signing of the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan, under the auspices of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, and the Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation between the Government of the Central African Republic and 14 armed groups, facilitated by the African Union-led African Initiative for Peace and Reconciliation.”
2019-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8630 (2019) · source
“Tackling the root causes of conflict requires ownership by African Governments and local communities and support from the international community. In conclusion, let me stress that, if we are serious about ensuring long-lasting peace on the African continent, there is simply no alternative for investing in young people, while giving them a voice in all relevant decision-making processes and building solid partnerships, with the youth as a bridge to a more peaceful, sustainable and prosperous world.”
2019-10-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8629 (2019) · source
“The most constructive way to empower young people and ensure that they do not become radicalized is to offer them credible and constructive ways to contribute to the development of their communities. If young people remain excluded from national and international efforts aimed at building peace, then instability and extremism will continue to pose serious threats to our societies. Conflicts in Africa are complex, and so too are their root causes, ranging from social, political and economic inequality to unemployment, lack of education, in particular among young women and girls, as well as historical patterns of conflict over the control of natural resources. All of the them must be addressed in order to secure durable peace on the continent.”
2019-10-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8629 (2019) · source
“We support the Gender and Youth Promotion Initiative of the Peacebuilding Fund, as an expression of the Fund's commitment to inclusive peacebuilding by strengthening the participation of young women and young men within existing prevention and peacebuilding initiatives. Thirdly, the empowerment and participation of young women and men are indispensable for enhancing inclusivity and equality in our societies. Young people are the cornerstone of sustainable development and lasting peace. They do not need merely quality education, vocational training, skills development and access to digital technologies and services, but also decent employment and entrepreneurship opportunities.”
2019-10-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8629 (2019) · source
“We believe that durable peace is not possible if inclusiveness and women's and youth participation in peace processes and political life are not ensured. The ground-breaking resolution on youth and peace and security (resolution 2250 (2015)) was an important step in recognizing the needs and potential of the youth in preventing and resolving conflicts. It affirmed the important role the youth can play as a key aspect of the sustainability, inclusiveness and success of peacekeeping and peacebuilding efforts. Secondly, we should encourage youth leadership in peacebuilding and support young people's quest to become active agents of positive change, peace and reconciliation.”
2019-10-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8629 (2019) · source
“Building a conflict-free Africa is an ambitious yet essential goal to ensure the security, integrity and prosperity of the African continent and to lay a solid foundation for inclusive growth and sustainable development, as outlined in Agenda 2063 of the African Union. We heartily support the Silencing the Guns by 2020 initiative and welcome today's debate as clear evidence of the African Union's consistent determination to rid Africa of conflicts. Let me now focus on some crucial elements that we find particularly important. First and foremost, we recognize the importance and vital role of young women and men in efforts to maintain and promote peace and security, as well as to prevent conflicts and resolve them.”
2019-10-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8629 (2019) · source
“Let me begin by thanking today's briefers for their very informative interventions. I would also like to commend the South African presidency for having organized this timely debate aimed at addressing the role of youth in peace processes. Since this is the first official meeting under your presidency, Sir, I would like to congratulate South Africa on its assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for October and wish you success in carrying out your work. I would also like to commend the Russian delegation for its excellent management of the work of the Council during September.”
2019-10-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8629 (2019) · source
“President, I would like to congratulate you and the entire team of the Permanent Mission of the Russian Federation for your professionalism and the successful way in which the work of the Security Council was conducted during the month of September.”
2019-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8628 (2019) · source
“In conclusion, I want to recall Poland's position, as well as the stand of the European Union, on reconstruction. We will be ready to assist in the reconstruction of Syria only once a comprehensive, genuine and inclusive political transition, within the framework of resolution 2254 (2015) and the Geneva process, is firmly under way. We fully support the safe return of Syrian refugees who fled their homes. We believe that a durable solution should ensure the security of the sustainable, dignified and voluntary return of Syrians to their country of origin, in accordance with international law and the principle of non-refoulement. Since it is the last meeting of the Security Council under your presidency, Mr.”
2019-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8628 (2019) · source
“We call for their release, particularly for the release of children, women and the elderly. Progress in that area would help to raise the level of confidence between the parties and greatly contribute to the efforts aimed at reaching a lasting peace in Syria. That is one of the most important, if not the most important, confidence-building measure between parties to the conflict. We also underscore the need to ensure humanitarian access and full respect for international humanitarian law, as reiterated by the Council in presidential statement S/PRST/20l9/8, adopted in August on the occasion of the seventieth anniversary of the Geneva Conventions. Only by ensuring those measures will we be able to generate the positive atmosphere necessary for the success of negotiations between the Syrian parties.”
2019-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8628 (2019) · source
“Unfortunately, the escalation of the conflict in Idlib persists. It is therefore of paramount importance to ensure positive developments on the ground, in particular a cessation of hostilities, in parallel with the work of the Constitutional Committee. All parties to the conflict need to engage in confidence-building measures. In that context, let me stress again the importance of detainees, including abductees and missing persons in Syria. Eight years into the war have brought unspeakable suffering to the once peaceful country. Thousands of people remain in arbitrary detention, where many are subject to various forms of ill-treatment, including torture and rape. At the same time, thousands remain missing, with their relatives deprived of any information on their fate.”
2019-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8628 (2019) · source
“At the outset, let me thank the Special Envoy, Mr. Geir Pedersen, for his comprehensive and insightful briefing. I would like to assure him once again that he has our full support. We wish him every success in his work. Letmestartbywelcomingtheannouncementmadeby the Secretary-General on 23 September on the agreement on the formation of the Constitutional Committee. Poland has underlined on many occasions that any sustainable solution to the conflict requires a genuine political transition, as outlined in resolution 2254 (2015) and the 2012 Geneva communique (S/2012/522, annex) negotiated by the Syrian parties within the United Nations-led Geneva process. We therefore look forward to the inaugural meeting of the Committee at the earliest possible opportunity. That is a definite step forward and one that is certainly full of potential.”
2019-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8628 (2019) · source
“The resolution underlines the illegality of the Israeli settlements, stressing that the cessation of settlement activities is essential for salvaging the two- State solution. Allow me to conclude by praising the collective efforts by the international community to allow the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) to fulfil its mandate to provide essential relief, development and protection services to Palestinian refugees and those displaced by the conflict. In our opinion, UNRWA remains a key contributor, providing humanitarian assistance, stability and security in the region.”
2019-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8625 (2019) · source
“Regrettably, the situation on the ground continues to deteriorate, and the idea of a two-State solution continues to be dismantled piece by piece, in particular by an expansion of Israeli settlements. We are very close to the point at which it would be difficult, if not impossible, to establish a viable Palestinian State. Poland's position on the Israeli settlement policy in the occupied Palestinian territory is clear and remains unchanged. It is also the European Union's well- known stance. All settlement activity is illegal under international law. Not only does it erode the viability of the two-State solution and the prospects for a lasting peace, but - we must to be honest with ourselves - it is an obstacle to peace. The adoption of resolution 2334 (2016) provided a strong reaffirmation of the international consensus on that matter.”
2019-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8625 (2019) · source
“There is an urgent need to relaunch the intra-Palestinian reconciliation process. Everyone must be committed to the Egyptian efforts in that regard. We should uphold the existing international consensus that the only way forward for the Palestinians and Israel is the negotiation of a two-State solution, with the State of Israel and an independent, democratic, contiguous and viable Palestinian State in the West Bank and Gaza living side by side in peace and security. Today our main aim should be to restore a political horizon for the resumption of such a meaningful peace process. A resolution of all final-status issues, including Jerusalem, should be found through the negotiated two- State solution.”
2019-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8625 (2019) · source
“We call on all parties to take urgent steps leading to a fundamental change in the humanitarian, political, security and economic situations in Gaza, including by ending the closure policy and a sustained opening of the crossing points important to the daily lives of Gazans, while at the same time addressing Israel's legitimate security concerns. We commend the efforts led by Egypt, Qatar and the United Nations Special Coordinator to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza, as part of the future Palestinian State. We must be frank with ourselves. On the political track, we must acknowledge that the process is currently almost entirely blocked. The intra-Palestinian division only aggravates the situation of the people of Gaza and weakens the national aspirations of the Palestinians.”
2019-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8625 (2019) · source
“Poland will continue to call on all parties to refrain from actions in contravention of international law that would imperil the viability of a two-State solution. In that context, we are concerned about the recent announcements of a possible annexation of areas in the West Bank, particularly the Jordan Valley and the northern shore of the Dead Sea. If implemented, that would constitute a serious breach of international law. The situation in Gaza remains dire, continues to fuel extremism and radicalization and fosters instability.”
2019-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8625 (2019) · source
“At the outset, let me thank Special Coordinator Mladenov for his briefing, which was very precise and informative, as always. Allow me also to welcome in the Chamber Their Excellencies Mr. Riad Al-Malki and Mr. Ayman Safadi, Ministers for Foreign Affairs of Palestine and Jordan. Let me begin by reaffirming Poland's commitment to a just and comprehensive resolution of the Israeli- Palestinian conflict through a two-State solution, and an agreement that ends the occupation, which began in 1967, ending all claims and fulfilling the aspirations of both parties, including Israeli and Palestinian security needs and Palestinian aspirations for statehood and sovereignty on the basis of relevant Security Council resolutions and internationally agreed parameters.”
2019-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8625 (2019) · source
“The draft resolution proposed by the Russian Federation and China is missing this important point. Therefore, we were not in a position to support it.”
2019-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8623 (2019) · source
“Poland voted against the draft resolution contained in document S/2019/757. Let me reiterate that it is both our moral and legal obligation to provide immediate, full, safe and unhindered access to humanitarian aid and to prevent the human catastrophe unfolding in Idlib province. It is equally important that all activities undertaken by States aimed at countering terrorism be fully in line with their obligations under international humanitarian and human rights law. Countering terrorism must not serve as a pretext for violations of human rights, nor can there be any justification for the indiscriminate targeting of civilians and civilian infrastructure. Poland continues to strongly condemn any acts of terror and remains deeply committed to the fight against terrorism.”
2019-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8623 (2019) · source
“A political settlement is urgently needed, as it remains the only way to achieve sustainable peace under these extremely dire circumstances.”
2019-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8622 (2019) · source
“Unfortunately, this basic condition is still not being met. Enhanced efforts aimed at the promotion of and respect for international humanitarian law are of the utmost importance. Ensuring that the de-escalation zone in Idlib, agreed by Russia and Turkey, is fully respected is crucial to preventing a full-scale humanitarian catastrophe. All parties to the conflict should spare no effort in ensuring the full implementation of the agreement. For that reason, Poland supports the draft resolution presented by the humanitarian penholders on Syria. Let me conclude by stressing that there can be no military solution to the Syrian crisis. A lasting settlement can be achieved only through a political agreement, in line with resolution 2254 (2015) and the 2012 Geneva communique (S/2012/522, annex) .”
2019-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8622 (2019) · source
“Air strikes have been destroying civilian infrastructure, including camps for the internally displaced, markets, schools and, most importantly, health-care facilities. Children, pregnant and lactating women, persons with disabilities, the elderly and other groups or individuals with specific needs or diminished coping mechanisms are particularly at risk. The protection of civilians and the provision of unhindered access to humanitarian assistance are not a choice but a legal obligation on all sides of the conflict. Those who do not comply should be held accountable. Multilateral cooperation in this respect is urgently needed. As we hear almost daily about the suffering of the civilian population in Idlib province, we want to underline that civilians should be subject to protection in line with international law.”
2019-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8622 (2019) · source
“I would like to thank Assistant Secretary-General Ursula Mueller for her detailed account of the current situation in Syria. Since March 2011, Syria has been in the throes of a conflict that has forced more than half of all Syrians to leave their homes. Millions of Syrians are either displaced or have been forced to seek refuge outside the country. The crisis has resulted in more than 12 million people needing assistance. The current situation in Syria remains unacceptable. Poland is deeply concerned about the possible surge of violence across Syria, in particulier in the north, resulting in a high number of casualties among civilians and threatening the vital lifeline provided by the import and distribution of basic supplies and services across the country.”
2019-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8622 (2019) · source
“We call on the authorities of South Sudan to do their utmost to bring the perpetrators to justice and to fulfil their obligations with regard to the protection of civilians. Let me conclude by thanking the United Nations Mission in South Sudan for its tireless efforts to bring durable peace and stability to South Sudan.”
2019-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8621 (2019) · source
“We believe that the Security Council should stand ready to support those efforts. We therefore welcome the upcoming Security Council visit to Addis Ababa and Juba, which should also serve that purpose. It is our strong belief that only the collective and unified approach of the international community can help to maintain the positive momentum in the peace process. Poland welcomes the fact that the permanent ceasefire continues to be largely respected across South Sudan. At the same time, we remain deeply concerned about the persisting humanitarian crisis and the levels of intercommunal violence, as well as the serious human rights violations and abuses perpetrated by Government forces and opposition armed groups.”
2019-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8621 (2019) · source
“Two months before the end of the extended pre-transitional period, we see the urgent need for the parties to accelerate the pace of implementation of the Agreement, in particular with regard to security arrangements and the number of states and their boundaries. We call on all the signatories to work together in a spirit of goodwill and compromise and to spare no efforts in stepping up preparations for the successful transition and the formation of the transitional Government in November. Poland praises the regional efforts to build durable peace in South Sudan and believes that the Intergovernmental Authority on Development and its member States, as well as the African Union, continue to play a critical role in terms of enforcement and monitoring of the implementation of the Agreement.”
2019-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8621 (2019) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank Special Representative David Shearer for his, as always, very informative briefing. Poland welcomes last week's meeting between President Salva Kiir Mayardit and Mr. Riek Machar in Juba, which we see as a step in the right direction. We would like to encourage the political leaders to continue to meet regularly so as to take the peace process forward. We also welcome all confidence-building efforts and peacebuilding initiatives that have been taking place at the subnational level. We continue to believe that the implementation of the provisions of the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan is crucial to the durable peace and long-term stability of the country.”
2019-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8621 (2019) · source
“We thank Director Hasmik Egian, James Sutterlin, who is with us today, and the professional Security Council Affairs Division team for their assistance, as well as the conference officers, interpreters, verbatim reporters and security staff. I also thank the members of my team for their work, organization and dedication throughout our presidency. I am grateful for their tireless efforts to fulfil this delicate task in the most efficient way possible. I am now pleased to turn over the gavel to the Russian Federation and wish its team great success in September, which l am sure they will achieve. We offer them our full support and cooperation. The meeting rose at 3.25 p.m.”
2019-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8610 (2019) · source
“I thank the representative of the Dominican Republic for his very kind words. There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. Before adjourning this meeting, which is the last scheduled meeting in the Chamber for the month of August, let me express, on behalf of the Polish Mission, our sincere appreciation and thanks to all the members of the Security Council for their continued support and cooperation during this very busy month. I also thank the States Members of the United Nations for their active participation in our meetings: they are always with us. I would like to thank all members of Council members' teams, including the permanent representatives, deputy permanent representatives and political coordinators as well as the experts on the various issues we have discussed for their hard work and dedication.”
2019-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8610 (2019) · source