Discurso do Representante Permanente, Embaixador Sérgio França Danese, em reunião do Conselho de Segurança sobre a Situação na Ucrânia - 6 de dezembro de 2023 (texto em inglês)

Statement by the Permanent Representative of Brazil to the United Nations, Ambassador Sérgio França Danese, on manitenance of peace and security in Ukraine - December 6th, 2023 

Thank you, Mr. President,

I thank Assistant Secretary-General Jenča and Director Rajasingham for their briefings and welcome the representative of Ukraine to this meeting.

Brazil remains deeply concerned about the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, in particular about the continued loss of civilian lives, the suffering of refugees and internally displaced persons and the destruction of civilian infrastructure. We express our deepest solidarity with all those affected and strongly condemn attacks on civilian infrastructure, including energy and transport networks as well as port facilities. It is imperative that all parties de-escalate the hostilities, prioritize civilian protection and comply with international humanitarian law. The conflict impacts directly the international food security, disrupting major grain supplies, and is already affecting millions, particularly in developing countries. We strongly urge all parties to ensure the safe passage for grain exports, and reiterate our support for a resumption of the Black Sea Grain Initiative, a critical step in mitigating food security risks.

Mr. President,

Regrettably, the Security Council meets again without any progress in dialogue or signs of de-escalation. The protracted hostilities have inflicted considerable suffering on the civilian population and there is a growing risk of wider repercussions. The search for peace is a collective responsibility that extends to all actors in the international community. Brazil welcomes further efforts towards this end and is prepared to actively contribute to peace initiatives as soon as the parties are ready to resume dialogue, either directly or through third parties. We therefore urge all the parties to promptly engage in pragmatic negotiations, with the support of third parties and through the various means provided for by Article 33 of the Charter of the United Nations.

Mr. President,

Despite the challenges, Brazil believes that there is always room for peace. We must strive to end the suffering and destruction caused by the conflict. The international community, through concerted efforts, can and should play a decisive role in guiding the parties towards a peaceful solution. We reiterate our firm commitment to a just and lasting peace based on the principles and purposes of the Charter of the United Nations and the legitimate security concerns of all parties.
Thank you.