The United Kingdom thanks France and the UAE for their efforts on this resolution. Despite having to make a number of difficult compromises, we voted in favour of the resolution because of our strong support for the renewal of the Mali sanctions regime and Panel of Experts mandate. These are important tools in support of peace and stability in Mali. For this reason, the United Kingdom deeply regrets Russia's reckless use of the veto. This will reduce the Council's oversight and engagement on Mali's peace process at a critical juncture.

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