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Joseph KABILA KABANGE

lines on the record: 101
first: 2006-09-24
most recent: 2018-09-24
sittings or episodes: 9
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“Children are unable to attend school and are forced to carry and use firearms to kill other children, even their own brothers and sisters. That situation is unacceptable. It should be condemned and should give rise to sanctions. We expect that the community of nations will shoulder its responsibilities in that respect and that the Security Council will ensure compliance with its resolutions. That is a condition for those resolutions to be effective and remain credible. We are aware that it is up to us, the Congolese people, to defend our country and ensure law and order and security throughout our national territory. We are determined to assume that responsibility and we intend to dedicate all of our human, material and financial resources to that end, even sacrificing our legitimate ambitions for the emergence of Congo.”
2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)
“Since March 2012, the province of North Kivu, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where the concepts of peace, stability, reconciliation, work and human dignity had begun to regain a foothold, has, sadly, once again gained notoriety, not because of the incomparable beauty of its landscape or the extraordinary richness of its biodiversity, but as an example of the profound evil that selfishness, extremism, communal violence and the philosophy of “might makes right” can wreak on a society. Even as I address the Assembly today, hundreds of thousands of children, women and men in North Kivu are deprived of peace and are being subjected to inhuman and degrading treatment by negative forces, led by unrepentant elements with a vast capacity to do harm and who benefit from external support.”
2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)
“Begun for the first time only 10 years ago in a country that has had independence for 50 years, tireless efforts towards democratization, the building of a State based on the rule of law, the development of the socioeconomic infrastructure, and the improvement of the living conditions of our people continue, which is proof of the determination of the Congolese people and of its leaders to be a factor of peace and stability. That momentum, unfortunately, is now under threat by the enemies of peace.”
2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)
“Many are devoting their creativity and energy to destabilization and destruction, by means of drug trafficking, trafficking in persons and other violations of the rights and freedoms of human beings, instead of working for the prosperity and for individual and collective well- being. In addition, for the sake of more than two thirds of humanity, there is an increasingly urgent need to fight poverty, ignorance, violence, injustice and diseases of all kinds, particularly HIV and malaria. After years of difficulties, my country, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, is in the process of consolidating of peace and security. To that end, no effort has been spared, and remarkable progress has been made.”
2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)
“They should guard against both hasty action and stalemate, and they should demonstrate effectiveness by producing the hoped-for results, even if this is done in a gradual manner. It must be noted that more than 60 years after the founding of the United Nations, the world continues to witness many situations of war and instability. Terrorism is increasing instead of decreasing. Maritime piracy, which we thought had been eradicated, is once again becoming one of the main threats to peace and security. The Middle East is today a hotbed of tension. Syria is in the throes of bloodshed, and Mali is witnessing attempts at separatism. More broadly, as peace is more than just the absence of war, many scourges still affect humanity.”
2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)
“President Jeremić has rightly recommended that interventions during this general debate focus in particular on the adjustment or settlement of international disputes by peaceful means. That recommendation is particularly wise because this is an issue whose relevance and timeliness are immutable and which is part and parcel of the process of tirelessly seeking peace through means other than the use of force. World history makes clear the operational validity of the principle of the peaceful settlement of international disputes. It also teaches us that processes of dialogue and negotiation, in order to remain credible as ways of resolving conflicts and disputes, must be based on truth and respect for the law and the values and universally recognized principles.”
2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)
“At the outset, I should like to join previous speakers in congratulating Mr. Vuk Jeremić and the other members of the Bureau on his election to the presidency of the General Assembly at its sixty-seventh session. I should like also to congratulate Mr. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser for the work that he accomplished during his mandate, and Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for his commitment to defending the ideals of our Organization. The holding of a session of the General Assembly offers each of us an opportunity to participate in a collective process of ref lection on ways and means of ensuring the success of efforts aimed at peace, security and development in each of our States and throughout the world.”
2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)
“That is the essential precondition for all progress, but a peace limited to an absence of stomping boots is not peace. Without ignoring the successes, it must be said that in this area our Organization still has an enormous amount to do to ensure that each and every person is able to participate in the progress of all of humanity. I conclude by renewing our wishes to see the concept and management of international affairs modified through an effective and sincere commitment of the entire community of nations for a renewal and strengthening of the multilateral system.”
2011-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 66 (2011)
“The United 11-50871 26 Nations should unflaggingly continue its efforts to find an equitable solution that bears in mind the legitimate interests of two peoples, each with the right to live in peace and security. The Middle East cannot recover peace and stability without a fair and lasting settlement of this question. I would not continue my remarks without mentioning the more active cooperation that we would like to see between the African Union and the United Nations in the area of conflict management. It is advisable, in my humble opinion, that we strengthen this cooperation and make better use of it in order to reduce the number of hot spots on our continent. We all stand to gain. I have focused my remarks today on the need to strengthen peace.”
2011-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 66 (2011)
“That is also the case for the crucial goals of disarmament and the non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, which remain hostage to the policy of double standards, such as discriminatory practices and non-compliance with commitments made, in particular by certain nuclear Powers. The fight against impunity and against human rights violations, which is subjected to a selective approach and the partisan implementation of international humanitarian law, gives rise to legitimate doubts about the exploitation of these noble causes for political ends. Our Organization must address these issues. The Democratic Republic of the Congo believes that the Israeli-Palestinian question should be a major concern for our universal Organization.”
2011-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 66 (2011)
“To do that, it must make substantial progress in the major areas of a reform too long awaited, whether the revitalization of the General Assembly, reform of the Security Council or the role of the Economic and Social Council, which needs to be strengthened. A Security Council that incorporates equally the legitimate aspirations of developing countries, particularly those of Africa, would certainly be more legitimate. Furthermore, the issues of climate change and the protection of nature demand a changed approach that takes into account the aspirations of all peoples. That is an area where it is prudent to demonstrate a spirit of compromise and solidarity in the interest, of course, of all countries.”
2011-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 66 (2011)
“However, it is also true that such growth remains dependent, to a large degree, on the global economy. Having spoken about the situation in my country, I would now like to address some big issues of current concern. The United Nations has responded to a good number of challenges that justified its establishment at the end of the Second World War. In 66 years, the world has changed greatly, and the pace of change increases every day. A great institution such as ours cannot remain static while its setting constantly changes. The time has come to envisage adapting the Organization to current realities so as to improve its effectiveness and, above all, to bolster confidence among Member States.”
2011-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 66 (2011)
“That explains their common will and our efforts to seek peace at all costs. That is the reality today. The Democratic Republic of the Congo is at peace with all its neighbours. Now is the time for reconstruction and development. In that regard, I would like to welcome the recent entry of the Republic of South Sudan as a Member State of our universal Organization and to convey to its people my most heartfelt wishes for peace, happiness and prosperity. Another challenge that my country must face is that of maintaining economic growth. Despite a difficult international climate, today the Democratic Republic of the Congo shows a positive growth rate above the African average, and it will continue that momentum thanks to the efforts to harness its economy.”
2011-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 66 (2011)
“I refer in particular to the following areas of concerns: strengthening the capacity of the security sector, the army, the police, the judiciary and penitentiary systems to ensure the rights and security of citizens and to stabilize the country and the region; the increasing and orderly return of displaced persons to their places of origin and of refugees to their respective countries; the ongoing demobilization and reintegration of child soldiers leaving armed groups; effective control over the exploitation of our natural resources; and building good-neighbourly relations with the States around us. In that regard, after several years of conflict the countries in the region have reached the conclusion that war is the worst enemy of man and his development. It exacerbates problems rather than resolves them.”
2011-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 66 (2011)
“As peace and security in my country have been recovered, the United Nations presence merits reconsideration. Indeed, the role of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) must necessarily adapt its vision and its action on the ground. In that phase of consolidation, MONUSCO must increasingly move beyond the strict format of peacekeeping operations in order to assist the country in its efforts to develop and to relaunch the economy. Enormous progress has certainly been made in the areas of peace and security. However, many other challenges remain, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo is determined to meet them. The mobilization and support of all should be along those lines.”
2011-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 66 (2011)
“Thus, it is appropriate to grasp the full significance of this key period for the Congo, because it confirms a definitive break from the spiral of violence and instability that has characterized the country in recent decades. It is seen as a decisive phase in that, more than ever, it commits the Congolese people to a lasting democratic culture. Despite multifaceted challenges punctuating the electoral process, the National Independent Electoral Commission, our people and their Government are doing their utmost to hold transparent and credible elections in a calm climate. The elections are ultimately proof of a return to the effective peace for which Congolese men and women have yearned. Today, peace and security reign throughout the national 25 11-50871 territory. The Republic’s institutions are all in place and operating normally.”
2011-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 66 (2011)
“Allow me, at the outset, to commend the President of the General Assembly and his whole team for their election to the Bureau of the General Assembly at its sixty-sixth session. We would like to express to his predecessor, Mr. Joseph Deiss, our gratitude for the excellent work he accomplished, work that has benefited our Organization. I also congratulate Mr. Ban Ki-moon, the Secretary-General, on the renewal of his mandate. Taking the floor from this rostrum has always been for me a special moment and a happy occasion to recall some current issues of importance to my country and the world. This moment is all the more special as it comes at a time when the Democratic Republic of the Congo is preparing to hold general elections, the second since those of 2006.”
2011-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 66 (2011)
“Together we can give humanity better times, if day after day we work to achieve the ideals of our Organization.”
2010-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 65 (2010)
“This vision needs to be strengthened by affirming the authority of the General Assembly, in order to enable its President to play a key role in the quest for solutions to the problems of our time. It is said that nature will give man only those challenges that are within the reach of his creative potential, which has produced tremendous inventions. Despite our diversity, the time has now come to put our human resources at the service of our collective creativity. We should not leave the controls of the global economy to unbridled capitalism, which recognizes no 10-54833 18 regulation of movements of capital, and is motivated only by the profit motive. It is our duty also to globalize the universal values of justice, solidarity and altruism that contribute to international peace and security.”
2010-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 65 (2010)
“My Government is making it a point of honour to consolidate democracy by respecting electoral time frames, ensuring accountability of the highest order and completing the establishment of the institutions provided for by the Constitution within the framework of the decentralization process. My country supports the process of reforming our universal Organization. The Democratic Republic of the Congo reaffirms that the Member States should work resolutely within that trend. United Nations reform, including Security Council reform, should therefore be undertaken without delay, because that would support the achievement of our dreams, given the new challenges and changes that affect our planet. Expansion of the Security Council is a democratic requirement.”
2010-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 65 (2010)
“Such contributions are welcome, particularly in the framework of a partnership that we want to be respectful and proactive with the private sector. Today the economic indicators are changing in a positive manner. Several key actions have been successfully taken. The credit for this success, which gives us the means for a new start, lies above all with the Congolese people. It also stems from the valuable contributions and cooperation of our partners. With regard to political and administrative management, we plan to hold presidential and legislative elections in 2011.”
2010-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 65 (2010)
“The fight against impunity continues to be of prime importance in Government actions. My Government is working within the framework of achieving the Millennium Development Goals to do its utmost to meet the basic needs of our people: health, education, food self-sufficiency, basic infrastructures, electricity and drinking water for all, not to mention fighting malaria, HIV/AIDS and poverty. I appreciate the commitment of our partners who are supporting us in achieving my country’s development priorities. Because of the complex nature of the various tasks that need to be carried out on our territory of more than several million square kilometres, the Democratic Republic of the Congo is a vast building site, requiring multiple contributions for reconstruction and modernization.”
2010-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 65 (2010)
“Together with our efforts to eradicate the insecurity in the eastern part of our national territory, the Democratic Republic of the Congo is working to strengthen the rule of law, democracy and good governance. With respect to justice in particular, I should like to dwell a little on the ordeal of Congolese women in the Provinces of North and South Kivu. The lack of security is the primary cause of the tragedy. Armed groups, which benefit from the illegal exploitation of raw materials, are at the very root of the scourge. We have decided upon appropriate measures to address this unacceptable situation. The Democratic Republic of the Congo is now addressing the causes of the violence against women and the causes of recurrent conflict. At the same time, it is enhancing its judiciary in order to address together peace, justice and security.”
2010-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 65 (2010)
“This is the framework in which should be understood the military operations that we have carried out systematically since 2009 to force such groups to lay down their arms for good. Due to military pressures and awareness-raising and outreach campaigns, and also because the were displace far from their own borders of origin, the volunteer repatriations have intensified and will continue to do so. The question of the Lord’s Resistance Army is no longer a matter of defence; rather, it is now a matter of public order. Nevertheless, given the crimes and atrocities that it still commits against our civilian populations, we shall remain mobilized and vigilant. The ultimate aim is to put that group in a situation in which it can no longer do any harm.”
2010-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 65 (2010)
“With respect to establishing and consolidating peace, my country welcomes the Secretary-General’s acceptance of our request to establish in Libreville in the Republic of Gabon a United Nations office for Central Africa, which clearly will help bring the United Nations closer and ensure better coordination between it and the countries of the region. Issues of peace, security, humanitarian assistance and development will be considered speedily, and implementation of measures adopted will receive the necessary urgency. It is up to us to consolidate peace everywhere, through international and regional mechanisms and 17 10-54833 instruments for the maintenance of peace and the prevention and settlement of conflict. The Democratic Republic of the Congo is resolved to eradicate the phenomenon of foreign armed groups in its national territory.”
2010-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 65 (2010)
“It undertakes, to that end, to make its contribution to the forward march of humankind towards a better world. With respect to the global challenges of preserving the planet, my country, wondrously endowed and blessed by nature, reaffirms its solemn commitment to defend its biodiversity in its policies and its national development plan. The Government of my country, whose forests provide the world with its second set of “lungs”, believes that the issue of climate change and the environment will require the establishment of a global environment authority, which should involve both public and private institutions, civil society and scientific circles.”
2010-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 65 (2010)
“The Democratic Republic of the Congo also commends all the efforts made by a number of States under the auspices of the United Nations to restore peace, security, democracy and development to certain regions of the Middle East, the Balkans, the Horn of Africa, Central Africa and other regions of the world. My country is emerging from a multifaceted crisis worsened by the various wars that ravaged it until recently. Like many other African nations, it also suffers from the harmful consequences of the global economic and financial crisis. As I told my people on 30 June, on the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of our independence, poverty and a precarious situation are neither inevitable nor irreversible. The Democratic Republic of the Congo wants the next 50 years to be much brighter and more promising.”
2010-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 65 (2010)
“Endemic diseases that had almost disappeared are now resurfacing, and new scourges are appearing. In particular, we see a plethora of natural disasters in the wake of climate change, which is proving to be even more devastating. The grim picture that I have just painted should motivate us to be more united in mobilizing our efforts in a spirit of constructive solidarity in order to find agreed, comprehensive solutions measuring up to the vast challenges that we must meet. The Democratic Republic of the Congo makes a pressing appeal to all States to work together at long last for a better world, while tirelessly trying to bring peace wherever areas of tension persist.”
2010-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 65 (2010)
“This is proof of his commitment and that of the United Nations, together with the Congolese people, in the search for peace, stability and development. My country reaffirms its determination to support him in his efforts to bring about a world that is safer for all of us. This session is being held at a time of particular difficulty for all humanity, which is in crisis, marked by challenges to the basic principles of international relations, worsened by the self-interest of nations. The outcome document adopted yesterday on accelerating implementation of the Millennium Development Goals, while being a message of hope, nevertheless gives a sense of the gap separating the wealthy countries from the poor countries as we seek better living conditions for our peoples. The food crisis and famine afflict many peoples of the planet.”
2010-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 65 (2010)
“I begin by congratulating Mr. Joseph Deiss on his election to preside over the sixty-fifth session of the General Assembly, and I also congratulate his entire Bureau on their election. I also congratulate the President’s predecessor, Mr. Ali Treki, on the devotion and skill with which he carried out his mandate, to great general satisfaction. Finally, I pay a heartfelt tribute to the Secretary- General, Mr. Ban Ki-moon, for his praiseworthy, tireless efforts to uphold and promote the purposes and principles of the Charter. The Democratic Republic of the Congo thanks him for having agreed to be present in Kinshasa during the celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of our accession to independence.”
2010-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 65 (2010)
“Our political resolve to eradicate those scourges and our decisive, concerted action to do so will be the proof of how genuine our commitment really is to improving the state of the world. That is the only way to bolster the confidence of our peoples in our Organization. It is the only way, and nothing less will do, to safeguard the legitimacy of the United Nations and to consolidate the effectiveness of its action. Let us meet that challenge together.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“As to the General Assembly, its authority must be further reinforced so as to enable its President to play a pre-eminent role in the search for solutions to international problems. With regard to the new threats and challenges looming on the horizon, I have recalled the respective commitments made by Member States under the United Nations Charter, and I have reaffirmed the commitment of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to that founding text of our Organization. I have also drawn the Assembly’s attention to the various scourges that characterize the international context and to the threats relating to climate change. I have thereby stressed the need for us to combine our efforts if we wish to enable our peoples to live in a world that enjoys the best possible living conditions, social progress and international peace and security.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“Accordingly, the Democratic Republic of the Congo welcomes the process of reforming the United Nations system to create greater coherence and effectiveness of action. We wish to stress that increased representation within the Security Council is a democratic requirement necessary to the harmonious functioning of the United Nations. The continent of Africa must be represented on a permanent basis within that important organ. We also draw the Assembly’s attention to the fact that Security Council reform must not eclipse the need to revisit other bodies of this Organization. Their working methods should be as efficient as possible and their future interaction better defined.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“Its primeval forests make Central Africa the second lung of the world. We therefore undertake to participate in the design and implementation of an effective strategy to preserve optimum conditions of life on Earth. In the interests of humankind, we are prepared to make the sacrifices required by collective responsibility. In return, we call for fair compensation to ensure that we do not jeopardize our own development. In the face of changes on the world scene, our Organization must adjust and espouse an architecture that, while preserving universal values, makes it fit to meet increasingly diverse and growing challenges. Democracy, which today is universally recognized as the best form of Government, should not only permeate our collective action in international affairs, but should also be reflected within our Organization.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“Its effects, unfortunately, will be more harmful in the developing countries, particularly and unfairly in Africa. Africa contributes the least to greenhouse gas emissions and does not have the resources to deal with their terrible consequences. Making this point is a stark reminder of the need for a responsible, equitable and unified approach to the problems of sustainable development. I therefore welcome the Secretary-General’s organization on 24 September of the high-level meeting on climate change. The meeting was an opportunity for us to devote to that crucial subject the attention it deserves and to sensitize ourselves to the consequences of the patterns of consumption that expose our world to the threat of an irreversible disaster. The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the natural habitat of unparalleled biological diversity.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“In the face of those challenges and of the ongoing threats to international peace and security, the United Nations credibility will depend on its ability to ensure that all Member States without exception implement its decisions and that commitments they have freely entered into are effectively honoured. In that respect, turning to the Middle East, the credibility of our Organization will always be in question so long as the Security Council fails to do all in its power to ensure, pursuant to the provisions of our Charter and the relevant resolutions, the effective establishment of two States, living side by side in peace and security. On another subject, climate change is an undeniable reality today, an eloquent instance of the constantly changing face of collective security.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“It is an immense task; if we are to meet it, the resolve of our people and its aspirations to a great future will be critical, though not sufficient. The unflagging and unreserved involvement of all our diverse partners remains indispensable. Notwithstanding certain deficiencies, the United Nations remains the conscious of humankind. Its present and future role must be seen in the context of the world’s evolution and ever-changing challenges. The future will be a time of increased competition among nations, particularly in the areas of trade, finance and research, as well as of the universal enjoyment of clean air, drinking water and natural resources vital commodities that the ever-growing population and economies of the world are making increasingly precious and scarce.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“Nothing can reasonably justify a situation in which Congolese continue to be the daily targets of every manner of violence and abuse from national and foreign armed groups, and in which masses of our people are displaced by war. Peace and security must rapidly and at all costs be restored to that part of our territory, and they will be. With regard to foreign armed groups, United Nations support is crucial to their voluntary or, if need be, forced disarmament, repatriation and reintegration. Despite such difficulties, we have in less than five years successfully met the challenge of organizing democratic elections, establishing legitimate institutions, and relaunching economic growth. Our current priority is reconstruction and development with the aim of rolling back poverty, injustice and social inequalities.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“We look forward to playing an increasingly important role; in the meantime, we have made the modest contribution of civilian police officers now deployed in two Member States. The path to the irreversible end of the multitude of crises that have beset my country for so many years remains strewn with obstacles. From the security perspective, we still need to finalize the process of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration, complete the creation of a national republican police force and army, and operationalize a credible justice system. Attaining that three-fold goal is an absolute priority for us. Moreover, while stressing the political and diplomatic approach, we must do all we can, resolutely and with a heightened sense of urgency, to resolve the remaining problems of insecurity in North Kivu.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“For the Democratic Republic of the Congo, this session is unlike previous sessions. It marks our rebirth as a State based on law. It also marks our return to international affairs as a credible actor and partner. Today more than in the past, my country is aware of the evils of war and of poor governance, as well as of a promising future of stable institutions, legitimate authorities and peaceful coexistence among peoples. My country is thus aware of the irreplaceable value of the United Nations. We are an example of the Organization’s successful work. I should like to pay tribute to our bilateral and multilateral partners, and in particular to the United Nations, for their invaluable assistance. Having received so much, we believe that it is now our turn to contribute to peacekeeping operations.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“Allow me to join previous speakers from this rostrum in sincerely congratulating Mr. Kerim on his election to the presidency of the General Assembly. I also pay sincere tribute to Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for his tireless and laudable efforts to defend and promote the purposes and principles of the Organization’s Charter. His visit to our country shortly after he took office reassured us of his commitment and that of the United Nations to the Congolese people in its quest for peace, freedom and development. The sixty-second session of the General Assembly is taking place in an international context marked by persistent violence throughout the world. The United Nations task is harder than ever; by the same token, it is more noble and inspiring than ever.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“With regard to crises in the world — in the Middle East, in Africa or elsewhere — the Democratic Republic of the Congo recommends, more than ever, their peaceful solution under the Charter of the United Nations and the relevant resolutions of the Security Council. I hope this Assembly shares my belief in the rebirth of the Democratic Republic of the Congo with the advent of new institutions seeking to usher in a new era of peace, stability and development, not only in my country, but also in Central Africa and the entire region of the Great Lakes. Despite the challenges our Organization faces day after day, it is on a note of hope, of solidarity among nations and of synergy in their actions for a brighter future for present and future generations that I conclude my statement. I hope for much success in our work.”
2006-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 61 (2006)
“In addition to the above-mentioned scourges, other matters are a source of concern for our country, including the reform of the Security Council, the complete cancellation of the debt of developing countries, an increase in official development assistance, the adoption of a comprehensive convention on international terrorism and the global strategy to fight that phenomenon, armed conflicts, collective security, and the adoption of an international treaty on forced disappearances. All those issues challenge the harmonious progress of the community of nations and the very future of coming generations. To meet those challenges effectively, all countries of the world must show solidarity with each other, in a spirit of sincere cooperation and humanist justice.”
2006-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 61 (2006)
“Following that assessment several decisions were taken, including the creation of the Peacebuilding Commission and the Human Rights Council — two basic structures whose effective establishment we can only welcome. Achieving the MDGs is a priority for a good number of countries, especially the most disadvantaged. That is why the momentum in the implementation of the relevant recommendations of the Millennium Summit should not weaken. We would like to see our discussions here include those issues.”
2006-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 61 (2006)
“As we observe the international scene, we see recurring scourges, including continuing tensions and armed conflicts in several regions of the world, the worsening the living conditions in developing countries, especially in Africa; the rise in clandestine immigration; the destruction caused by different pandemics; the increase in crime and acts of terrorism; and the harm to the conservation and protection of the environment. In view of these threats, the Assembly at its previous session had organized, as part of its work, the World Summit of heads of State and Government, dedicated to an assessment of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and other commitments resulting from the major international conferences and meetings.”
2006-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 61 (2006)
“In that regard, we welcome the configuration of our future parliament, which already reflects the wealth and political diversity of our people, and which has an oversight role that will be fundamental to the functioning of the State. For that reason, I reaffirm my faith in the concept of peacebuilding and make an urgent appeal to the international community to continue its partnerships with the Democratic Republic of the Congo after the establishment of the new institutions.”
2006-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 61 (2006)
“In other words, it must do its utmost to meet their fundamental needs, in particular health care, education, food security, basic infrastructures, electricity and drinking water for all — without forgetting, of course, the fight against malaria and HIV/AIDS and the fight against poverty. In order to succeed, the new Government must, inter alia, strengthen good governance by fighting corruption and guaranteeing legal and judiciary security in the framework of ongoing judicial reform. It will be possible to achieve that vision only by mobilizing the energy of our entire nation through active and inclusive participation by all of the sons and daughters of our country, whatever their political, ideological or religious convictions may be.”
2006-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 61 (2006)
“The progress achieved daily, sometimes at the cost of much sacrifice, is the outcome of a difficult political process that was launched, as members know, after a long internal and external armed conflict. The humanitarian consequences of that conflict are one of the worst tragedies ever experienced by mankind. 06-52885 30 Problems remain in many sectors, and the next Government will have to confront them, taking account of the urgent and legitimate expectations of the Congolese people. The new Government must continue integrating and reforming the army, in order to guarantee peace and security for our people. It must work to improve the living conditions of the population.”
2006-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 61 (2006)
“On 30 July, we held countrywide, in a climate of peace and transparency, the first truly democratic pluralistic elections in 40 years. The success of that undertaking constitutes a great joint effort by the Congolese people and by the bilateral and multilateral partners of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of those partners. With regard to the unfortunate events in Kinshasa from 20 to 22 August 2006 following the announcement of the provisional results of the first round of the presidential elections by the Independent Electoral Commission, all necessary steps have been taken in order to prevent such incidents from happening again. The electoral process will continue in a climate of national peace and harmony.”
2006-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 61 (2006)
“Kofi Annan, the Secretary-General, whose mandate will come to an end this year on a positive note for all. Thanks to the remarkable leadership of that worthy son of Africa, the States Members of our Organization have enjoyed a decade of intense and active diplomacy which has made it possible to solve a large number of conflicts throughout the world. Here, I should mention especially the situation of the countries of the Great Lakes region, in particular that of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. As the sixty-first session of the General Assembly is taking place, my country, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, is passing through a special period of its political history. The transition period that began in 1990 will soon draw to a close, with the establishment of the country’s new institutions.”
2006-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 61 (2006)