Content_paragraphs:  I acknowledge the progress made on the political front in South Sudan over the
  
  past year. During the reporting period, the filling of gubernatorial positions, including
  
  the recent appointment of the Governor of Upper Nile, was a significant step forward.
  
  I commend the parties and Mr. Kiir for these decisions but also call upon them, as
  
  partners in government, to renew their commitment to the timely and effective
  
  implementation of the Revitalized Agreement. In particular, I urge them to accelerate
  
  the establishment of all institutions of government while adhering to the 35 per cent
  
  quota for women.