Let me use this opportunity to thank OCHA and DPKO for their consistent work ...

Let me use this opportunity to thank OCHA and DPKO for their consistent work and support in enhancing the implementation of protection mandates. The training modules on the protection of civilians as well as on sexual violence will be crucial for better preparing UN peacekeeping personnel for these tasks. Furthermore, we look forward to the guidance on reporting on the protection of civilians for UN peacekeeping and other relevant missions. It will contribute to ensuring systematic and comprehensive reporting on the protection of civilians and thus allow for appropriate action and firm responses by the Council in case of serious violations committed against the civilian population.