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  1. “The reforms that we have achieved will be the beacons illuminating the path to a lasting peace and development with greater solidarity. But we must also maintain the impetus of reform and continue in our common will to make the United Nations the irreplaceable instrument to take up the enormous challenges of peace, security, development and human rights in the twenty-first century.”

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  2. “We welcome the transformation of the Central Emergency Revolving Fund into the Central Emergency Response Fund. We hope that within the common country programming process and the United Nations Development Assistance Framework, covering the period 2007-2011, the funding gaps apparent in the course of various humanitarian appeals will be filled and better provisions for Guinea will be considered. Furthermore, deeply concerned by child trafficking, Guinea has signed with Mali and Côte d’Ivoire a memorandum of understanding to prevent this phenomenon and to improve border control. In our common quest for a new international order, this sixty-first session of the General Assembly will be seen as one of important change for the United Nations.”

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  3. “We reiterate our conviction that continuation of this Dialogue within the framework of the global consultative forum will help to identify ways and means to better exploit the benefits of migration for development, while mitigating its harmful effects. 06-53609 6 Although Guinea is not a country in conflict or emerging from conflict, the midterm review of the humanitarian appeal, “Guinea 2006”, points out, “Today its social indicators have become similar to those of countries emerging from a prolonged war.” That confirms the very serious consequences of the subregional instability that we have seen for more than 15 years in my country. In this respect, our Government, through me, wishes to reiterate its appeal for greater assistance in order to help the affected regions to recover.”

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  4. “We reaffirm the urgent need to strengthen official development assistance and to assure the long-term viability of debt by cancelling all public and bilateral debt of the most heavily indebted poor countries. While condemning the impasse in negotiations of the World Trade Organization’s Doha Round, my delegation calls upon Member States to make a collective effort to prevent a return to protectionism, a factor in the deregulation of international economic relations. Guinea took part with great interest in the High- Level Dialogue that the General Assembly has just devoted to the question of international migration and development.”

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  5. “In order to implement this policy, the Government and its development partners have begun programmes and projects dealing with priority sectors, such as education, health, integrated rural development, infrastructure, the provision of water, and strengthening human and institutional capacities. In the same spirit, the drafting in February 2005 of the second follow-up report on the Millennium Development Goal made it possible to assess the progress made, note the shortcomings and outline the prospects of achieving the Goals by 2015. We regard this as an opportunity to urge our development partners to swiftly implement the entire set of internationally recognized development initiatives, including the goals and objectives of the Programme of Action for the Least Developed Countries for the Decade 2001-2010.”

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  6. “In this respect, the transformation of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Moratorium into a Convention on small arms reflects the determination of our States to eradicate this other scourge. Its success will depend upon the level of cooperation of member States and also the commitment of its partners. The 2005 Summit was a decisive step in promoting the Millennium Development Goals. Guinea has made an effort to put in place more ambitious national development strategies. In this context, the Government has drafted a national poverty reduction strategy based on speeding up economic growth and access to basic social services, as well as improving governance.”

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  7. “In the area of disarmament, Guinea condemns the stalemate in the Conference on Disarmament. Nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation are two inseparable parts of the Non-Proliferation Treaty, and bind all parties, without exception. The failure last July of the United Nations Conference to Review Progress Made in the Implementation of the Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects should not in the least undermine our commitment to combat the proliferation of such weapons and the illicit trade in them. My country is in favour of establishing an international, legally binding instrument dealing with all the related issues.”

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  8. “We welcome the greater cooperation between the Secretariat and the troop-contributing countries, which has made it possible to better understand what is at stake, thus favouring an increased contribution from Member States. The Republic of Guinea regularly takes part in peacekeeping operations, and we reaffirm our readiness to enhance our contribution within the framework of the new agreements and arrangements that will stem from the reform process. Guinea strongly condemns all forms and manifestations of terrorism, the scourge threatening international peace and security. We value the crucial role played by the United Nations in fighting it, and therefore support the Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy adopted at the sixtieth session of the General Assembly.”

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  9. “We support effective implementation of Security Council resolution 1701 (2006), which imposes a ceasefire and the deployment of a stronger international force in southern Lebanon. We stress the need to end the escalating violence in Iraq, in order to guarantee the country’s stability and successfully carry out national reconstruction. In Asia, the Government of Guinea reaffirms its attachment to the one-China principle. We also attach great importance to the peaceful reunification of Korea, and the continuation of efforts to preserve peace, security and stability in the Korean peninsula. The recommendations of the Working Group on peacekeeping operations are a reference point for taking up the challenges of peace.”

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  10. “With regard to the Western Sahara, the Republic of Guinea encourages the parties in conflict to strengthen their cooperation with the Secretary- General’s Personal Envoy in order to find a political solution that is fair, lasting and mutually acceptable. In the Middle East, Guinea regrets the fact that Israel’s withdrawal from Gaza was not followed by additional measures to put an end to the occupation of Palestinian territory. It calls upon the parties to uphold the relevant United Nations resolutions as well as the Quartet road map for the creation of two States, Palestinian and Israeli, with secure, internationally recognized borders, living side by side in peace. 5 06-53609 With respect to the Israeli-Lebanese crisis, Guinea greatly regrets the tragedy of the Lebanese people.”

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  11. “But keeping troops of the United Nations Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUC) there, in support of Government efforts, is still crucial to restoring State authority over the entire national territory and, in particular, to bringing peace to the eastern part of the country. In Sudan, we greatly appreciate the efforts of the international community, particularly the African Union and regional leaders, to promote peace and security in Darfur. The Abuja Peace Accord of May 2006 is a stepping stone towards the inclusive, comprehensive agreement that is crucial to that country’s stability. In Somalia, my delegation encourages all the parties concerned to favour the path of negotiation with a view to restoring peace.”

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  12. “We therefore urge the international community to strengthen its cooperation with their democratically elected Governments in order to strengthen peace and to ensure the rapid recovery of their economies. In Côte d’Ivoire the peace process is entering a decisive phase, with the settlement of sensitive issues related to the holding of upcoming free and fair elections. Guinea encourages the parties to fully cooperate in continued dialogue with a view to a successful outcome to the crisis. The significant progress made in the Great Lakes region in recent months is encouraging. The general elections held on 30 July in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are a crucial stage in the peace process.”

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  13. “To move forward, the international community must consolidate the reforms and extend them to the principal organs of the Organization. Guinea firmly supports this dynamic, which is the only thing that can ensure the transparency, representativeness and effectiveness of its bodies. This process depends, of course, on the political will of all its Member States, without exception. In the maintenance of international peace and security we see reasons for both satisfaction and concern. In Africa, and in particular the western part, my delegation is happy that peace has been restored to Guinea-Bissau, Sierra Leone and Liberia. However, the balance in these States is still precarious.”

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  14. “We welcome the establishment of the Human Rights Council, an appropriate tool to promote basic rights as well as good national and international governance. Likewise, we hope that the new Peacebuilding Commission will make an important contribution to mobilizing the necessary resources to help countries emerging from conflict. However, six decades after the creation of the United Nations, consistent action by the Organization in terms of development, humanitarian aid and the environment is still an unfinished work. The reform of the Secretariat’s management, which implies individual and collective sacrifices, aims not only at reducing the costs of the United Nations, but also at better investment in order to enhance its effectiveness.”

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  15. “Another very pleasant duty is to convey to a valuable son of Africa, Secretary-General Kofi Annan, the highest appreciation of His Excellency General Lansana Conté, President of the Republic, for his eminent contribution to promoting the fundamental values of the United Nations. At this time, when he is getting ready to pass on the torch, I should like to express to him our deepest gratitude. Guinea also welcomes the admission of Montenegro to the great family of the United Nations. In September 2005 the General Assembly adopted, as the outcome of a high-level meeting, important decisions which are a road map for implementing the Millennium Development Goals and for reforming the Organization to adapt it to a changing world. My delegation is pleased with the reforms begun and the progress achieved.”

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  16. “It is a great pleasure to extend to you, Madam President, the warmest congratulations of my delegation on your election to the presidency of the sixty-first session. In giving you their trust as the third woman to preside over the General Assembly, the Member States wished to recognize your talents as a skilled diplomat and to pay tribute to the important contribution of your country to achieving our noble ideals of freedom, peace and prosperity in the world. My country, which shares common values with yours, wishes you every 06-53609 4 success in fulfilling your mandate. I should also like to commend the remarkable work done by your predecessor, Mr. Jan Eliasson, who steered the work of the sixtieth session with great wisdom and effectiveness.”

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  17. “The restructuring of United Nations bodies, in particular the revitalization of the General Assembly and the reform of the Security Council, will undoubtedly enhance the efficiency of our collective Organization. My delegation calls for a reformed United Nations that is adapted to the new realities of the world, a United Nations of increased solidarity and tireless efficiency, better able to strengthen peace and stability in the world, for the happiness of our peoples.”

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  18. “The efforts made to achieve the objectives of the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD) reflect that awareness. In that context, we appeal again to the international community for enhanced support for NEPAD, which steadfastly places Africa on the road to better taking charge of its own affairs. Given the many challenges, the Member States of our Organization have the critical responsibility of taking action together and individually. Our collective response, commensurate with all these challenges, should be comprehensive, integrated and multilateral. The reform of the United Nations is now more necessary than ever. I would even say it is indispensable.”

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  19. “In that context, my delegation holds that only by increasing official development assistance, supported by debt relief and better access to markets within the framework of a more fair globalization, can we overcome the obstacles to sustainable development. With respect to trade, at the present session Member States should reaffirm their political will to move beyond the failed World Trade Organization Conference at Cancún and conclude negotiations concerning the Doha Development Agenda. The recent agreement reached by the General Council of the World Trade Organization at Geneva is a beneficial step in the right direction. Conscious of the importance of all that is at stake, the African leaders are more committed than ever to tackling the major challenges facing the continent.”

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  20. “The Monterrey International Conference on Financing for Development and the Johannesburg World Summit on Sustainable Development, as well as the recent eleventh session of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development in São Paolo, Brazil, and the International AIDS Conference in Bangkok, Thailand, provided opportunities to make the needed commitments. The plans of action adopted at those conferences should be implemented by all development actors and at all levels. We believe that the 2005 review of implementation of the Millennium Development Goals will enable us to make necessary adjustments and add the needed momentum.”

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  21. “Of course, achieving those Goals essentially depends on the creation of a global partnership for development, in particular in the least developed countries and the vulnerable segments of society. While it is true that globalization has created enormous wealth and prosperity in certain regions of the world, it must also be noted that the majority of the inhabitants of the world, in particular in the least developed countries, have not reaped the benefits. We believe that a world that provides no opportunities for development cannot be a world of peace, or even a world at peace.”

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  22. “It hopes that the establishment of a secure environment will enable the Iraqi people to consolidate their sovereignty and dedicate themselves to the reconstruction of their country. With respect to the Korean Peninsula, my delegation urges the parties to continue efforts aimed at the peaceful and independent reunification of the two Koreas. I also reaffirm the deep commitment of the Government and the people of Guinea to the one-China policy. Four years ago, the adoption of the Millennium Declaration raised hopes for a better life for one billion human beings. To that end, my country urges the United Nations and the other development partners to commit themselves fully to contributing to the elimination of poverty by implementing the measures for attaining the Goals.”

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  23. “The Middle East continues to be the scene of grave events arising from the logic of violence that diminish day by day the chances of a peaceful settlement of the Israeli-Palestinian crisis. Guinea is greatly concerned at the Israeli Government’s stubborn determination to continue its construction of the wall of separation in spite of the advisory opinion of the International Court of Justice. My country is convinced that peace in the Middle East greatly depends on obliging all parties to respect their commitments as set out in the Quartet’s road map and the relevant Security Council resolutions. I reaffirm the Guinean people’s feelings of solidarity and friendship for the brotherly 20 Palestinian people and their historic leader, President Yasser Arafat. My Government remains concerned at the situation prevailing in Iraq.”

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  24. “We invite the brotherly Sudanese Government and the parties concerned to spare no effort to reach a settlement to the crisis. Turning to the Horn of Africa, my country welcomes the encouraging results of the national reconciliation in Somalia. We also hope that Ethiopia and Eritrea will manage to settle their dispute and restore peace. The Republic of Guinea is convinced that there is no alternative to a political settlement of the question of Western Sahara. My country therefore encourages the parties to strengthen their cooperation with the Special Representative of the Secretary-General in order to find a just, lasting and mutually acceptable settlement.”

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  25. “Like West Africa, the Great Lakes region is on the road to peace in spite of persistent instability in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is hoped that, beyond the instability of the transition period, the momentum that exists will enable that country to restore lasting peace and devote its energies to national reconstruction. My delegation welcomes the deployment of the United Nations Operation in Burundi. We urge the international community to make greater efforts to conclude the peace process, thus ensuring genuine reconciliation among all citizens of Burundi. Guinea is satisfied to note the progress made on the question of the Sudan and urges support for the African Union’s efforts for a comprehensive peace agreement. Nevertheless, we are concerned at the humanitarian and security situation in Darfur.”

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  26. “Guinea is very preoccupied by the persistence of interdependent transborder problems that characterize socio-economic conflicts and crises. Among those problems are the proliferation of and illicit traffic in small arms and light weapons, the movements of mercenaries, the recruitment and the use of child soldiers and the pillaging of natural resources. The initiative for transforming the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) moratorium on export and import of small arms and light weapons into a regional convention is sound and deserves the firm support of the international community. The Republic of Guinea encourages the Open- Ended Working Group established to negotiate an international instrument on small arms and light weapons to speedily arrive at an agreement ready for immediate implementation.”

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  27. “I can assure you that the Republic of Guinea will not fail in its historical duty to safeguard peace, and will continue to carry out its duties in terms of solidarity to populations in distress in the subregion, and we will do this on a basis of mutual confidence and respect for national sovereignty and our common obligations. In Guinea-Bissau, notable progress enables us to have hope. We are gratified at the resumption of cooperation with the Bretton Woods institutions which will make it easier to mobilize the required resources to build a strong peace. In Côte d’Ivoire, the preservation of unity, territorial integrity and the full sovereignty of the country must serve as the core of the peace process that is under way. We appeal to all parties to rely on dialogue in order to overcome the difficulties that lie ahead on the way to peace.”

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  28. “The outcome 19 of the summit shows the political will of our States to strengthen their cooperation for the consolidation of peace and promotion of development in the subregion. I would like to reiterate the appeal that was addressed to the international community to concretely support the activities of the Mano River Union. I would also like to renew my country’s appeal for economic, humanitarian and financial assistance so that we can confront the negative impact of continuing to manage and care for hundreds of thousands of refugees and internally displaced persons while consolidating our development foundation.”

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  29. “In Sierra Leone, the peace-building process undertaken with the support of the international community has shown some commendable successes — the gradual drawdown in the United Nations mission troops is being carried out according to agreed criteria. Further resources will be necessary to strengthen the capacity of the security forces so they may take over from the United Nations Mission in Sierra Leone, to reduce unemployment among the young, to reintegrate former combatants and to rebuild the country. In order to promote the momentum of the peace process, the Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Mano River — enlarged to include the neighbouring countries of Côte d’Ivoire and Mali — took place on 20 May 2004 in Conakry.”

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  30. “In West Africa, after many painful years of instability, we are happy to note positive achievements, thanks to the political will and resolve of its leaders, civil society and the international community. In Liberia, there is hope since the transitional Government was established. The deployment of the United Nations mission and the progress achieved in terms of the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programme, are all very encouraging. The considerable commitments taken in February at the international conference dedicated to the reconstruction of Liberia must be honoured, in order to preserve the peace that has been restored, and to ensure security throughout the subregion.”

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  31. “Through me, the Guinean Government reaffirms its resolute condemnation of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, and wishes to express its sympathy and solidarity with the victims of that scourge. My delegation believes that the struggle against terrorism must continue with greater resolve, but we must also recognize that we can only win the battle if the international community energetically attacks the underlying causes of that scourge, including inequality, poverty and injustice. Given the highly tense international situation with its many hotbeds of tension throughout the world, progress over the last few months in the settlement of disputes is a source of satisfaction to us.”

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  32. “Kofi Annan, the expression of great appreciation as well as the sincere words of encouragement of His Excellency, General Lansana Conté, President of the Republic, for the Secretary- General’s untiring efforts in defending and promoting the noble ideals of our Organization. Fifty-nine years ago our Organization emerged based upon universal values that are equally relevant today. While there has been some definite success in defending those values, the world is now facing the effects and consequences of upheavals that threaten the foundations of our institution. Three years after the tragic events of 11 September 2001, international terrorism continues to strike out blindly, in an odious manner. The increase in terrorism throughout the world is, for my country, a source of great concern.”

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  33. “My first words are to congratulate you, Sir, on your election and to tell you how gratified the delegation I have the honour to lead is, seeing you preside over the work of our august Assembly. Your great human qualities and great experience in international relations, to which you have devoted a great part of your life, convince us that our debates will be successful. You can rely on the support and full cooperation of my delegation in carrying out your noble mission. On this occasion, I would also like to express the gratitude of my delegation to your predecessor, Mr. Julian Hunte, for his dynamic leadership during the past session. I would also like to convey to the Secretary-General, Mr.”

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