BY
H.E. AMBASSADOR PEDRO COMISSÁRIO
REPRESENTATIVE OF THE REPUBLIC OF MOZAMBIQUE
Mr. President,
I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the A3+ namely, Algeria, Guyana, Sierra Leone and my own country, Mozambique.
We wish to express our appreciation to Ambassador Joonkook Hwang, Chair of the 1591 Committee, for presenting the Chair’s 90-days report.
Mr. President,
More than 500 days have gone by since the conflict in the Sudan erupted. With each passing day, the situation in the country,
especially in Darfur, continues to deteriorate, with unspeakable violations being committed
against civilians and dramatic consequences for the humanitarian situation.
In our view, the complexity of the challenges in Darfur requires a multifaceted and inclusive approach. It encompasses the protection of civilians, disarmament, demobilisation and reintegration, as well as accountability for the crimes against civilians and for the violations of the arms embargo by both internal and external actors.
It is unfortunate that external actors continue to fuel the conflict, causing unimaginable suffering for the Sudanese people. It also makes it challenging finding a sustainable solution for the crisis.
We, therefore, need to consider relevant ways to address these negative interferences, in accordance with the arms embargo measures established by this Council.
In this context, we are of the view that the Security Council should speak with one voice in support of ongoing UN efforts and those deployed by other partners, to end the conflict, and to restore peace in Sudan.
Mr. President,
The adoption of the resolution we have just witnessed, highlights the Council’s ability to find a common ground, even when various positions seem difficult to reconcile. This unity is crucial to effectively address this and other global challenges.
As Council members and guarantors for the maintenance of international peace and security, it is our collective responsibility to support peacemaking and peacebuilding efforts in the Sudan, in a holistic manner, in order to sustainably address the challenges facing the country.
While condemning violations of international law and the arms embargoes, it is also important to recognize the positive steps taken to ease the suffering of civilians. In this regard, the decision by the Government of the Sudan to reopen the Adre border crossing and the Dabbah Road is commendable. It must be sustained.
The A3+ stands ready to continue cooperating with the members of the Security Council in support of peace and stability in Sudan. It is high time that Sudan overcomes its challenges and regains its status as a vibrant and prosperous African nation.
I thank you, Mr. President!
