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Statement attributable to the Spokesman for the Secretary-General on the signing of the Central African Republic peace agreement [scroll down for French version]

6 Feb 2019
On the occasion of the signing of the Global Peace Agreement between the Government of the Central African Republic and armed groups, on 6 February in Bangui, the Secretary-General congratulates all stakeholders for the successful conclusion of the talks that took place in Khartoum, Sudan.  

Opening Remarks by Assistant Secretary-General Alexandre Zouev of the Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions (OROLSI), Department of Peace Operations at the 22nd International Meeting of Mine Action National Directors and United Nations Advisers

5 Feb 2019
Mr. Chairman, Excellencies, Ladies and gentlemen, I am very pleased to open the 22nd International Meeting of Mine Action National Directors and United Nations Advisers. I would like to start by congratulating the mine action community on the launching of the United Nations Mine Action Strategy for 2019-2023. The Strategy is a result of very hard work by all mine action partners and stakeholders. As the Secretary-General remarked: “The Strategy is practical, needs-driven, people-centred and resource-efficient.”

Secretary-General's remarks to the Security Council on mercenary activities in Africa [bilingual, as delivered]

4 Feb 2019
Deseo dar las gracias a la Presidencia de Guinea Ecuatorial por haber organizado este debate de alto nivel sobre las actividades de los mercenarios como fuente de inseguridad y desestabilización en África y en particular de acuerdo con la nota de la Presidencia en África Central.   Saludo al Señor Presidente de la República por su presencia en esta sesión.  

Statement attributable to the Spokesman of the Secretary-General on the attacks against MINUSMA [scroll down for French]

25 Jan 2019
The Secretary-General strongly condemns the Improvised Explosive Device (IED) attack against a MINUSMA convoy near Douentza, Mopti region, this morning. Two peacekeepers from Sri Lanka were killed and six injured. A peacekeeper from Burkina Faso was injured in a separate IED attack against another Mission convoy near Douentza yesterday.   The Secretary-General expresses his deep condolences to the Government of Sri Lanka and the families of the victims and wishes a speedy recovery to those injured.  

Statement attributable to the Spokesman for the Secretary-General on Mali [scroll down for French version]

20 Jan 2019
The Secretary-General strongly condemns the complex attack against the camp of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) this morning in Aguelhok, Kidal region. Ten peacekeepers from Chad were killed and at least 25 injured.  MINUSMA forces responded robustly and a number of assailants were killed.

Statement attributable to the Spokesman for the Secretary-General on the elections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo [scroll down for French version]

9 Jan 2019
The Secretary-General takes note of the announcement made by the Commission électorale nationale indépendante (CENI) of the provisional results of the 30 December presidential elections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). He commends the Congolese people and political actors for the conduct of the presidential, national and provincial legislative elections, which saw a broad and inclusive participation of political parties. 

Statement attributable to the Spokesman for the Secretary-General on the upcoming elections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo [scroll down for French version]

28 Dec 2018
As the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) prepares for presidential, legislative and provincial elections on 30 December, the Secretary-General calls on the authorities of the DRC, political leaders on all sides, the Commission électorale nationale indépendante (CENI) and civil society to continue working together to ensure an environment free of violence so that all eligible voters can cast their ballots peacefully on election day.  

Statement attributable to the Spokesman for the Secretary-General on Sudan

28 Dec 2018
The Secretary-General is following with concern developments in the Republic of Sudan, including the reported violence and fatalities. He appeals for calm and restraint and calls on the authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into the deaths and violence. He extends his condolences to all those who have lost loved ones in the violence.    The Secretary-General emphasizes the need to safeguard freedom of expression and peaceful assembly.   New York, 28 December 2018

USG Atul Khare Introduces the new Department of for Operational Support

21 Dec 2018 | New York
Under-Secretary-General for Operational Support, Mr. Atul Khare, has released a video message to the staff, clients and partners of the new United Nations Department for Operational Support, which will be established as of 1 January 2019, conveying well-wishes.

Jean-Pierre Lacroix (DPKO) on the Situation between Israel and Lebanon- Security Council, 8432nd meeting

19 Dec 2018
Briefing by Mr. Jean-Pierre Lacroix, Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO), on the Situation between Israel and Lebanon during the Security Council, 8432nd meeting.