Argentina
Mr. Argüello (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): Allow me to begin by congra...
Mr. Argüello (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): Allow me to begin by congratulating the Mission of Viet Nam on its assumption of the presidency and on organizing this open debate, which reflects the resolute commitment of the Security Council to the effective follow-up and implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) almost 10 years since its adoption. We thank the Secretary-General for submitting his report (S/2009/465). We endorse the recommendations contained therein, in particular regarding the establishment of monitoring and accountability mechanisms for the implementation of the resolution at the national, regional and international levels.
Argentina is among those countries that have made progress in developing an i...
Argentina is among those countries that have made progress in developing an implementation plan for resolution 1325 (2000) in the defense sector. At the same time, it is drafting a national plan that addresses all the areas included in that instrument, and has incorporated specific policies for the implementation of resolution 1820 (2008) on sexual violence against women in situations of armed conflict.
The participation of women in post-conflict peacebuilding processes can be an...
The participation of women in post-conflict peacebuilding processes can be analyzed from the standpoint both of the United Nations system and of the State. In the first case, it is essential to address the issue of gender from the planning stage of activities in the field and to sustain it in all phases of reconstruction and peacebuilding. To that end, it is necessary to improve the information systems of the various United Nations agencies and programmes so as to have a full understanding of the situation of women in a given place. At the same time, the cooperation of Member States is required in order to increase the participation of women in the field as civilian, military or police personnel.
From the viewpoint of the State, it is important that the role of women in po...
From the viewpoint of the State, it is important that the role of women in post-conflict reconstruction activities be incorporated into national implementation plans for resolution 1325 (2000). That involves not only the deployment of a larger number of women in the field, but also acknowledgement of the effective role that women can perform in all stages of that process, including as mediators in peace processes. The empowerment of women is fundamental to increasing their participation in reconstruction. The new institutions should take into account the interests and needs of women, and ensure their access to all entities that guarantee the enjoyment of their rights. However, at the same time, it is necessary to invest in the education and training of women so that they can play a role in the institutions thus established. That is particularly important in the case of political parties, electoral processes, judicial systems and security institutions.
In that regard, it is crucial to work within the State to put an end to gende...
In that regard, it is crucial to work within the State to put an end to gender violence. There is no potential for empowerment in a climate of violence. We therefore welcome the adoption of resolution 1888 (2009) with the broad support of United Nations Members, and believe that its implementation will be an effective step towards the eradication of impunity.
The role of troop-contributing countries in that task is very important; in c...
The role of troop-contributing countries in that task is very important; in conjunction with the various United Nations programmes and agencies, those countries are in a position to advance joint initiatives to improve the lives of the women in missions in which they participate. Thus, for example, together with the United Nations Development Fund for Women, Argentina is currently organizing a workshop on gender and human rights aimed at raising the gender awareness of the Haitian authorities and people.
We believe that the systematic incorporation of gender issues in post-conflic...
We believe that the systematic incorporation of gender issues in post-conflict recovery projects cannot be undertaken at the technical level or through theoretical commitments, but that it depends to a large degree on political will and adequate financing. Thus, it is up to us to make that a reality.