30.04.2026 Explanation of Vote on the UNMISS Mandate Renewal

Checked against delivery

Thank you, Mr. President,

And let me begin by thanking the penholder for their sustained engagement and commitment throughout a difficult negotiation period, as well as for steadily improving the mandate across successive drafts.

Mr. President,

Denmark voted in favour of this Resolution.

UNMISS has the main purpose of protecting the people of South Sudan and to help foster political conditions for lasting and comprehensive peace. This is a time where the continuous actions of the transitional government amount to a direct assault on the principles and purposes of the revitalized peace agreement.

As we speak, South Sudanese civilians are living through a crisis that demands a strong, well resourced and fully operational mission. One with the full backing of this Council.

Denmark welcomes a Resolution that retains a robust mandate on protection of civilians, humanitarian assistance and human rights monitoring and reporting. We would have preferred to see stronger language preserved in certain areas, particularly on supporting the implementation of the revitalized agreement and peace process.

We trust that the Mission will nonetheless be able to carry out its critical tasks effectively and comprehensively in support of the elements of the revitalized agreement and the peace process going forward.

We welcome the introduction of the military and police capability study which should ensure that any future force level decisions are effect based.

Finally, the Council must remain actively seized on the situation in South Sudan. We stand ready to revisit and where necessary, strengthen the mandate in light of developments on the ground to ensure that UNMISS is fully equipped to deliver on its responsibilities.

I thank you