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“We call on all political actors in Somalia to undertake reconciliatory and confidence-building steps and engage in a constructive dialogue for the benefit of the Somali population. We also call on foreign and regional actors to provide impartial support for the national reconciliation process. At the same time, we request that Somali authorities cooperate with United Nations actors based on mutual trust and respect. The protection of human rights and freedoms is an essential part of democracy. We note with concern reports on human rights violations committed not only by A1-Shabaab but also by Government and regional forces and clan militias. We are particularly worried about reports concerning the recruitment of children.”
2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8533 (2019) · source
“Allow me to begin by thanking our briefers today for their very informative presentations. Poland welcomes the progress achieved so far in Somalia towards peacebuilding and State-building and commends the ambitious reform agenda set by the Federal Government. At the same time, we are aware of the fragility of the situation. We are deeply worried about the growing number of Al-Shabaab attacks and the increased presence in Somalia of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant. We are concerned as well about the political impasse between the Federal Government and the federal member states and the suspension of cooperation between the two houses of the Federal Parliament. The ongoing stalemate puts at risk the gains made to date in Somalia and threatens the timelines for crucial reforms, as well as the whole federalization process.”
2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8533 (2019) · source
“In this regard, I commend the extraordinary mobilization of donors, hosts and other partners, as well as the support of the Secretary-General and many other leaders, ministers and senior officials around the world, that have allowed additional funding to be secured for the UNRWA budget in 2018. It is vital to continue these efforts also this year, as UNRWA remains a key factor for stability and security in the region.”
2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8532 (2019) · source
“As already mentioned by many in this Chamber, the educational and humanitarian services, including medical care, provided by UNRWA are key for young Palestinians and their teachers, as well as the staff of the Agency. UNRWA runs one of the largest school systems in the Middle East, teaching nearly half a million children in over 700 schools. Education remains key to sustainable human development, and we should do our utmost to support the agency in its endeavours in this matter, especially in the light of the fact that UNRWA is too often the only entity that offers people any positive perspective.”
2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8532 (2019) · source
“In our opinion, the current situation depriving the inhabitants of Gaza of hope and real prospects creates an environment conducive to inflammatory rhetoric that could again result in violence and extremism, particularly among the youth. While addressing the question of future generations, let me underline the critical financial shortfalls being endured by UNRWA. UNRWA has worked for nearly 70 years to ensure access to quality education, which is a human right fundamental to helping each child achieve his or her full potential. In this context, the unprecedented financial crisis of2018 forced the Agency to take some very difficult measures, sometimes with tragic personal consequences for its staff members.”
2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8532 (2019) · source
“At the same time, Israel should calibrate its use of force and protect its borders using only proportionate means. We call on both sides to exercise restraint and engage constructively in efforts aimed at breaking the vicious cycle of violence in and around Gaza. The recent increase of Violence is paving the way for growing frustration among the citizens, allowing extremism to grow. It is also combined with the extremely difficult humanitarian situation on the ground, mainly in Gaza, where basic needs continue to be unmet and many people lack access to basic services, including health care. This could easily lead to an escalation of social tensions that may destabilize the situation in the region even further.”
2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8532 (2019) · source
“We believe that it is only through the negotiated two-State solution that a resolution of all final-status issues, including Jerusalem, can be found. We also have to be frank with ourselves - on the political track, we have to acknowledge that the process is currently almost entirely blocked, even taking into consideration all of the commendable Egyptian mediation efforts. In terms of the security track, unfortunately, two weeks ago we witnessed the consequences of one of the biggest escalations in Gaza since 2014. Poland strongly condemns rocket attacks from the Gaza Strip targeting Israel and remains committed to supporting its legitimate security interests. Hamas and Palestinian J ihad's incitement to violence, as well as the exploitation of protests for their own political objectives, have to stop.”
2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8532 (2019) · source
“Allow me at the outset to welcome you very warmly, Madam President, to the Council. I also thank Special Coordinator Mladenov for his very comprehensive, although again alarming, briefing. I would also like to thank Commissioner- General Krahenbiihl for his valuable insight into the situation of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). We now live in a time when the very fundamentals at the heart of the Oslo process appear to be challenged. The foundation of the two-State solution, which remains the core of internationally agreed parameters, is being impacted by facts on the ground. We have to restore a political horizon for the resumption of a meaningful peace process.”
2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8532 (2019) · source
“At the same time, we appreciate Iraq's balanced policy with regard to its neighbours in the region. In conclusion, I would like to stress the need to support Iraq in its efforts to restore stability after years of conflict, in full respect for its unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity. It is paramount to preserve the security of Iraq through the de-escalation of tensions.”
2019-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8531 (2019) · source
“We urge Iraq to guarantee UNAMI's access to detained children, develop non-judicial measures as alternatives to prosecution and detention and ensure the reintegration of children formerly associated with armed groups. The stabilization of the country will also entail promoting national reconciliation, including by assisting with the voluntary, dignified and safe return of internally displaced persons, their local integration or resettlement. It is vital that internally displaced persons be treated in a non-discriminatory manner irrespective of their perceived affiliation and that they be provided with the assistance they require. We wish to express our concerns that the ongoing tensions in the Gulf may negatively influence the security situation in Iraq and further destabilize the country.”
2019-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8531 (2019) · source
“We also encourage the Iraqi authorities to ensure effective and inclusive governance and live up to their commitments to guarantee the equal participation of women at all levels of decision-making structures. The issue of social protection for vulnerable groups requires special attention. In our view, it is vital to increase efforts to prevent violence against women and girls and implement effective response measures that would ensure protection for the victims of gender-based violence, including through the full implementation of Iraq's national action plan on women and peace and security. We are also concerned about the situation for children, in particular those detained on national-security-related charges for perceived affiliation with armed groups. Those children must be treated primarily as victims.”
2019-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8531 (2019) · source
“The current phase is crucial and requires addressing persistent challenges by promoting electoral, economic, social and security-sector reforms, tackling corruption and building strong State institutions, as well as advancing stabilization and reconstruction. We would like to express our concern about the lack of progress on decisions related to the vacant ministerial positions. We therefore urge the political parties to ensure the swift completion of the Government-formation process and effectively address the public concerns. We encourage the Iraqi authorities to concentrate their efforts on the delivery of basic public services and developing the means to meet the needs of all Iraqis, including women, youth and members of all religious and ethnic groups, by accelerating the implementation of the 2018-2022 governmental programme.”
2019-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8531 (2019) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank Ms. Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert for her comprehensive briefing. Let me reiterate our appreciation for the tremendous work that the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) has been doing in assisting the Iraqi authorities. We welcome the extension of the Mission's mandate. It is vital that UNAMI continue to provide support to the Government of Iraq as it embarks upon implementing new programmes and strategies to overcome challenges and pave the way for sustainable peace and development. Iraq has emerged from a period of turmoil and undertaken efforts to restore stability and prosperity in the country.”
2019-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8531 (2019) · source
“In that regard, Poland fully supports all efforts by Special Representative Salame' and the United Nations Support Mission in Libya, under challenging circumstances, aimed at finding a comprehensive political solution to the current crisis and bringing security, political and economic stability and national unity to Libya.”
2019-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8530 (2019) · source
“Its independence and autonomy are essential for its undisturbed work and that of the Sanctions Committee and the Council. The recent terrorist attack in Sebha serves as a strong reminder that terrorist groups will exploit every opportunity to expand their presence in Libya. In that regard, all parties should dissociate themselves from terrorist and criminal elements involved in the fighting. In conclusion, we believe that the conflict in Libya should be resolved only by peaceful means, since power gained by force will not achieve long-lasting stability and prosperity for Libyans.”
2019-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8530 (2019) · source
“We condemn the growing number of attacks on the civilian population and civilian infrastructure and confirm our position that all parties to the conflict must comply with their obligations under international law, in particular international humanitarian law and international human rights law. Therefore, we call on all parties to immediately implement a ceasefire and to engage with the United Nations to ensure a full and comprehensive cessation of hostilities. We also call on all parties to fully respect the arms embargo and refrain from taking any action that could further undermine the United Nations-facilitated political dialogue. In that context, we must underscore the meaningful role of the Panel of Experts in the work of the Sanctions Committee.”
2019-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8530 (2019) · source
“At the outset, let me thank Special Representative of the Secretary- General Ghassan Salame' and African Union Commissioner for Peace and Security Smai'l Chergui for their comprehensive if very alarming briefings on recent developments in Libya. I especially welcome Mr. Salame's presence in the Council today and thank him for his tireless efforts. Allow me also to thank Ambassador Juergen Schulz for his helpful briefing on the ongoing work of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) concerning Libya and to congratulate him on his leadership. Poland remains gravely concerned about prolonged clashes in and around Tripoli, especially by the use of airplanes, drones and rocket artillery.”
2019-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8530 (2019) · source
“We fully support all the arguments presented by the representative of the United Kingdom. The statement just delivered by the Russian Federation pertained to substance and was not an explanation of vote.”
2019-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8529 (2019) · source
“Like many of our colleagues on the Council, we were surprised by the Russian Federation's request for holding a meeting today on Ukraine, as we strongly believe that Russia's aggression against Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity is a direct threat to international peace and security, while the fact that Ukraine's legitimate authorities have signed a bill into law is not. Like other Council members, Poland objects to having a discussion of this subject in the Council today.”
2019-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8529 (2019) · source
“With the adoption of resolution 2462 (2019), on countering the financing ofterrorism, Poland hopes that the CTC, together with CTED, will play a coordinating role in the dialogue with Member States in terms of the implementation of its provisions. To conclude, let me stress that aside from States' efforts in countering terrorism, we should not underestimate the effectiveness of engaging with the private sector and civil society organizations. Without mutual trust among all relevant actors, our undertakings will be futile.”
2019-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8528 (2019) · source
“We welcome the progress achieved and encourage all States to work together to hold perpetrators, organizers and sponsors of acts of terrorism accountable. Lastly, I would like to express our appreciation for the work of the Counter-Terrorism Committee. Thanks to its efforts, last year we adopted the addendum to the Madrid Guiding Principles. Now it is up to Member States to make the best use of them and come up with country-tailored responses to tackle the threat posed by foreign terrorist fighters. The special meetings of the Committee, such as the recent one on the nexus between international terrorism and transnational organized crime, are an excellent tool for States to address those linkages and foster actions aimed at the phenomenon of foreign terrorist fighters. They are also a unique platform to galvanize discussion.”
2019-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8528 (2019) · source
“Despite the defeat of Da'esh in Iraq and the liberation of the last remaining territory occupied by Da'esh in Syria, the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant still poses a significant challenge to international peace and security. Al-Qaida is relatively strong in many parts of the world and poses long-term danger to stability and sustainable development. In that regard, it is a matter of the highest importance to keep the sanctions list updated and to stay focused on the current threat. Having said that, I would like to underline a significant achievement made by all Security Council member States that enabled the listing of a person responsible for a deadly terrorist attack in the State of J ammu and Kashmir.”
2019-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8528 (2019) · source
“While the use of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery by terrorists continue to pose a real threat, non-State actors are becoming more creative in weaponizing new technologies. Obligations under resolution 1540 (2004) are not a one-time task. We call on all States to fully implement resolution 1540 (2004) by taking national and international measures to strengthen their capacities in countering threats posed by the terrorists acquiring weapons of mass destruction. Secondly, Poland welcomes the achievements of the Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999) 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning ISIL (Da'esh) Al-Qaida and associated individuals groups undertakings and entities.”
2019-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8528 (2019) · source
“Their mutual understanding of the importance of information-sharing, cooperation in matters of common concern and outreach to regional and subregional organizations is highly appreciated. This year, the 1540 Committee has started the preparatory work for the upcoming comprehensive review ofthe implementation ofresolution 1540 (2004), which will be completed in 2021. The review will have two major objectives: to evaluate the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004), with a View to increasing its effectiveness, and to analyse the work of the Committee and recommend any necessary changes. Based on resolution 2325 (2016), we ought to remember that recommendations should take into account the evolving nature of risks of proliferation and the rapid advances in science, technology and commerce in the context of non-proliferation.”
2019-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8528 (2019) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank you, Mr. President, and Ambassador Gustavo Meza-Cuadra for your informative briefings and tireless work and active leadership in the three Committees. The close cooperation and engagement of the Committees are an excellent example of the use of subsidiary bodies in highlighting the effectiveness of the Security Council as the organ entrusted with the maintenance of international peace and security. Let me also commend the ongoing cooperation among the respective expert bodies of the three Committees: the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team, the Counter-Terrorism Executive Directorate (CTED) and the Group of Experts of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004).”
2019-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8528 (2019) · source
“There can be no military solution to the Syrian conflict and a political agreement in line with resolution 2254 (2015), and the Geneva communique of 2012 (S/2012/522, annex) remains the only way towards peace. We look forward to the establishment of a constitutional committee - the first step towards a genuine political process under United Nations supervision. In that context, United Nations Special Envoy Pedersen has our full support.”
2019-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8527 (2019) · source
“In that regard, Astana guarantors have a special role to play and should therefore take all necessary actions to arrive at a full cessation of hostilities, especially while taking into consideration the crucial importance of the memorandum of understanding between Russia and Turkey signed in September 2018, which has been already recalled at this meeting. It is our moral and legal duty to do our utmost to alleviate the suffering of civilians in Syria. Let me conclude by underlining that any military operation - even those aimed at countering terrorism - should be fully in line with international humanitarian law and human rights law. Not only is it a legal, but also a moral, obligation to prevent harm to thousands of civilians trapped in the middle of fighting. Those who do not comply should be held accountable.”
2019-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8527 (2019) · source
“It is unacceptable, particularly taking into consideration the fact that in some cases attacks on civilian and medical infrastructure happened even though the GPS coordinates were communicated to the parties to ensure their safety. Poland condemns those atrocities in the strongest possible terms and reiterates its call on all parties affecting the situation on the ground, especially the Astana guarantors, to uphold their obligations under international humanitarian law and spare no effort to protect civilians.”
2019-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8527 (2019) · source
“As already mentioned in the Chamber today, we have been observing an increase in air strikes over the Idlib province and in northern Hama for the past weeks. I have to insist and underline that it is the civilian population in the region that has been under heavy shelling on a daily basis. I also want to be clear that the United Nations-designated terrorist groups have intensified their attacks. As there is no military solution to the Syrian conflict, this situation must stop. Over the past two weeks, the violence has resulted in the death of more than 160 civilians. Air strikes on population centres, bombardments and the use of barrel bombs, as well as the targeting of civilian and humanitarian infrastructure, notably schools and health facilities, are violations of international humanitarian law.”
2019-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8527 (2019) · source
“I would like to thank both Under-Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo and Under-Secretary-General Mark Lowcock for their briefings. Unfortunately, both briefings were extremely alarming. For the past two weeks, we have been following with great concern the intensification of hostilities in the de-escalation zone of north-western Syria. The current fighting involves Syrian Government forces and their allies, as well as armed opposition forces and Hayat Tahrir al-Sham. Let me be crystal clear: it is again civilians who are paying the highest price. We have already encountered similar escalations in Aleppo and eastern Ghouta. A repetition of those scenarios is simply unacceptable. Growing human suffering in north-western Syria only adds to the tragedy of the Syrian people, and that is the main reason why we have called for today's meeting.”
2019-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8527 (2019) · source
“The progress of the implementation of the Al-Hudaydah agreement must now be followed by the parties' engagement in political dialogue. We strongly support the Special Envoy's tireless efforts to find an inclusive political solution, and we call on the parties to participate in future talks in good faith and without preconditions.”
2019-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8525 (2019) · source
“We would also like to emphasize the need for humanitarian assistance to be gender- and age-sensitive and to ensure that the particular needs of persons with disabilities are addressed in the humanitarian response. The developments on the ground show how pressing it is to find a comprehensive political solution to the conflict in Yemen and to restore stability throughout all its governorates. The resumption of consultations with the participation of all segments of Yemeni society, including women and youth, is the only way to bring about an end to the crisis and alleviate the suffering of the Yemeni people. We reiterate the importance of the swift and full implementation of the Stockholm Agreement, which was designed to build confidence and to prepare the road for a comprehensive political process.”
2019-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8525 (2019) · source
“We are particularly disturbed that children under the age of 15 account for nearly half of all the new cases of cholera and that about a quarter of the reported cases involve children under the age of five. That is why the humanitarian response in Yemen is so vital to the survival of millions of Yemeni citizens. The parties must immediately allow and facilitate the flow of humanitarian and commercial imports, including in-country shipments of fuel. We urge them to lift all bureaucratic restrictions, ensure the timely issuance of visas, speed up customs clearances and enable the swift and unhindered movement of humanitarian convoys. Any form of denial of humanitarian access, diversion of resources or interference in humanitarian operations is unacceptable.”
2019-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8525 (2019) · source
“However, we are greatly alarmed about the surge of violence across other Yemeni governorates, causing mass displacement, a high number of casualties among civilians and severe impediments to humanitarian access. All parties must first and foremost ensure the protection of civilians, including the most vulnerable groups, such as children and persons with disabilities, and must fully comply with international humanitarian and human rights law. All violations should be investigated and those responsible must be held accountable. We also strongly condemn the attacks carried out by the Houthis against Saudi Arabia. Poland is also greatly concerned about the deepening humanitarian crisis that has just been described to us, which recently has been exacerbated by the resurgence of the cholera epidemic and the outbreak of diphtheria.”
2019-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8525 (2019) · source
“We encourage the parties to seize this opportunity to build trust and ensure the swift implementation of all agreed phases of the redeployment. The parties must deliver on their obligations under the Stockholm Agreement without further delay, in full cooperation with the United Nations Mission to Support the Hodeidah Agreement. We expect them to enable the Mission to perform its tasks, as mandated by resolution 2452 (2019), without impediments, and to guarantee its freedom of movement in Al-Hudaydah. We also welcome the opening of the road leading to the Red Sea Mills, which is critical for humanitarian efforts. We commend the fact that, since the signing of the Stockholm Agreement, the levels of Violence in Al-Hudaydah governorate have decreased.”
2019-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8525 (2019) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank all the briefers 4 Special Envoy Martin Griffiths, Under-Secretary-General Mark Lowcock, UNICEF Executive Director Henrietta Fore and Ambassador Gustavo Meza-Cuadra, Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2140 (2014) - for their informative interventions. I would also like to take this opportunity to reiterate our full support for the efforts of Special Envoy Griffiths, Lieutenant General Lollesgaard and Under-Secretary-General Lowcock and to express our appreciation for the tireless work of all United Nations personnel in Yemen. I would first like to address the situation in Al-Hudaydah. We welcome the initial redeployment from the ports of Al-Hudaydah, Saleef and Ras Isa, which is the first step towards the implementation of the Al-Hudaydah agreement.”
2019-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8525 (2019) · source
“In conclusion, let me reiterate that Poland is vitally interested in seeing Bosnia and Herzegovina as a united, prosperous and modern democratic country, strongly anchored in Euro-Atlantic structures. We have been with Bosnia and Herzegovina since the beginning, and we will continue our active support as we have done thus far.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8522 (2019) · source
“Political elites, if they wish to be worthy of their name, must do everything in their power to uphold and promote the rule of law, stamp out corruption and fight organized crime. They cannot act and be seen as defenders of narrow vested interests. Lastly - and I want this point to reverberate especially strongly - we find the continuous attempts to rewrite history unacceptable. The recent decision of the Republika Srpska to appoint a commission to reopen the interpretation of the events of the Srebrenica massacre is only latest such example. Let it be stated clearly: there is no room for reinterpretation. Survivors have been heard and evidence gathered, studied and accepted. Perpetrators have been brought to justice by international and domestic courts. The shedding of responsibility is corrosive and closes the door to reconciliation.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8522 (2019) · source
“The repeated open calls for secession are actions, in and of themselves, that defy every letter of the Dayton Peace Agreement and pose a direct threat to peace, as does defying State institutions and the judiciary and usurping the prerogatives of the central Government by entities, in addition to the creation of de facto armed forces by organizing police reserves with long-barrel arms. We have seen in history what such a mix of pernicious rhetoric with under-the-radar armaments may lead to. We know how it may end if unchecked. There is also the issue of the rule of law. It is a prerequisite for citizens' trust in State institutions and the mortar that holds the societal structure together.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8522 (2019) · source
“Poland fully aligns itself with that statement. Allow me, however, to underscore the following issues that are of particular concern and deserve to be raised in this forum. Seven months after the elections in Bosnia and Herzegovina there is still no Government, neither State nor Federation. We call on the political parties to forge ahead with the Government formation with a sense of urgency. It is of the utmost importance to set aside minor political considerations and implement the will of the people by creating a strong executive. Every day that the provisional measures are prolonged, the trust of the electorate further erodes. Moreover, there are unrelenting threats to the territorial integrity of the country posed by both words and actions. In fact, the distinction between words and actions is often rendered meaningless.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8522 (2019) · source
“To start our assessment of the current situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina on a positive note, we commend the continued support of the political leadership of the country for European integration, as evidenced by the submission of over 650 responses to the European Commission questionnaire. It is a genuine sign that the European course is strong and remains unchanged after the elections. We believe that it would also be beneficial if the same level of united commitment were shown with respect to fulfilling the conditions for the activation of the membership action plan, so that the stability to come with the European integration is eventually anchored in transatlantic security. Many of the pertinent issues will be voiced in a common European Union statement to be delivered later during this meeting.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8522 (2019) · source
“Let me begin by thanking High Representative Valentin lnzko for his objective briefing and presence here today. We express our deep appreciation for him personally and lend our full support to his Office in maintaining stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina. We recall that the High Representative has been equipped by the international community with instruments commensurate with his responsibility: the Bonn powers, which should be used if the situation requires. We also reiterate that there are clear conditions set by the Peace Implementation Council for the closure of the Office of the High Representative, namely, the 5+2 agenda. Although those are well within the realm of possibility, they have regrettably not yet been met.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8522 (2019) · source
“Peacekeepers' training cycles should equip the Blue Helmets with a clear vision of a given mission's priorities, with the overarching aim of protecting the most vulnerable.”
2019-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8521 (2019) · source
“This chain reaction regarding information management leads us all to the effective implementation of the mandate and is indispensable to a mission's ultimate goal, which is to protect civilians and United Nations personnel. Such mission-specific preparations are possible only when troop-contributing countries are provided with the full operational, political, geographical and security picture. We deem indispensable closer cooperation between United Nations Headquarters and missions in that regard. I would like to conclude by expressing our strong belief that insufficient and ineffective training of peacekeepers directly affects mandate implementation - the core and statutory objective of the United Nations presence in the host countries. There can be no proper response without the proper preparation process.”
2019-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8521 (2019) · source
“The same applies to the challenges and opportunities of training and capacity-building. Poland believes that it is only by ensuring the fair and equal access of women peacekeepers to training and development opportunities that we will achieve the ambitious goals of the uniformed gender-parity strategy. Effective and efficient performance culture in peacekeeping missions requires, among other things, information-sharing capabilities. We recognize information and data-driven analysis as key entry points to enhanced peacekeeping. Better situational awareness, including country-specific information provided by local communities, improves planning and allows the identification of clear and achievable benchmarks. Subsequently, realistic plans precisely guide troop-contributing countries in their predeployment training activities.”
2019-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8521 (2019) · source
“We therefore fully support collective action to improve United Nations peacekeeping, including through triangular partnerships and a light coordination mechanism. In that regard, we welcome the outcome of the Peacekeeping Ministerial held in March 2019, which led to substantive progress on relevant commitments and training-specific pledges by Member States. None of this, however, should undermine or replace the general principle that the predeployment training of peacekeepers is the primary responsibility of troop- contributing and police-contributing countries. I would like to reiterate our strong support for the requirement provided in the Declaration of Shared Commitments that the participation of women at all stages of the peace process should be full, equal and meaningful.”
2019-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8521 (2019) · source
“I would like to touch upon three main topics: the significance of the Declaration of Shared Commitments on United Nations Peacekeeping Operations in the area of training and capacity-building; the importance of information-sharing as an enabler of better performance; and the crucial role of well-crafted predeployment training. As one of the first Member States to endorse the Declaration of Shared Commitments, Poland sees it as a clear road map for all relevant stakeholders to guide them in continuously enhancing United Nations peacekeeping missions, including by providing support for the preparation of the personnel and capabilities required for effective performance and mandate delivery. Poland strongly believes in providing troop and police units with customized predeployment training and adequately adjusted equipment.”
2019-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8521 (2019) · source
“At the outset, Madam President, I would like to warmly welcome your presence among us today. Your participation in the Council underlines the importance of the matters discussed, especially for Indonesia. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General and the two briefers, Lieutenant General Elias Rodrigues Martins Filho, Force Commander of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic ofthe Congo, and Mr. Bjorn Holmberg, Director of the Challenges Forum International Secretariat, for their informative and valuable contributions.”
2019-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8521 (2019) · source
“We hope that the coordinated efforts of Russia and Turkey, based on their agreement on the Idlib de-escalation zone, will help to stabilize the tense situation in that area. We ask them to follow through on their commitment and protect civilians as a matter of priority. We look forward to the establishment of the constitutional committee. Let me underline that the success of this undertaking requires the full and constructive engagement of all parties to the conflict. It can succeed only when the Syrian authorities participate in the negotiations in good faith and without preconditions. In conclusion, I would like to reiterate the European Union common position on the reconstruction of Syria. We fully support the safe return of Syrian refugees.”
2019-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8520 (2019) · source
“In this context, all parties to the conflict should refrain from and condemn arbitrary detention, the taking of hostages and forced disappearances. We must be resolute in implementing effective measures to prevent and combat terrorism. In that regard, we would like to encourage the parties involved to make efforts to ensure that military escalation is avoided at all costs, especially in north-east Syria, where it could easily lead to the re-emergence of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant. I would like to underline that the only way towards durable peace is an intra-Syrian framework political agreement, in line with resolution 2254 (2015) and the Geneva communique (S/2012/522, annex).”
2019-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8520 (2019) · source