Statement by the Deputy Permanent Representative of Brazil to the United Nations, Ambassador Norberto Moretti, on Threats to international peace and security - October 27th, 2023

I thank Mr. Adedeji Ebo for his briefing, and I take note of Mr. Credico’s remarks.

Brazil shares the concerns about the use, or threat of use, of weapons and ammunition with increasing lethality and destructive power in Ukraine. This trend, aggravated by the unacceptable threat of resorting to the nuclear option, hampers a peaceful solution to the conflict and portends even greater suffering for the civilian population. The scale of arms and ammunition transfers to Ukraine could leave a dreadful legacy for current and future generations. We are seriously concerned about the long-term impact of the deployment of landmines in extensive portions of the Ukrainian territory, as well as the risks of diversion of weapons and ammunition to criminals and terrorist groups. We encourage the parties to adopt, to the maximum extent possible, measures to prevent this scenario, in line with the multilateral instruments that we have at our disposal. The protection of civil nuclear installations is crucial. We renew the call for Member States to join the Arms Trade Treaty and uphold the United Nations Register of Conventional Arms. We also urge the parties to act with transparency and refrain from transactions that may constitute violations of relevant Security Council resolutions.

Brazil reaffirms its commitment to the pursuit of a mutually acceptable peaceful solution and remains willing to contribute to efforts leading to a peaceful solution. Article 33 of the Charter of the United Nations provides the road map to a peaceful solution. Diplomatic negotiations and strict adherence to international law are the only way to ensure a just and lasting peace in the region and everywhere.

Thank you.