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Aboulwafa

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2016-08-25
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  1. “In the context of the fight against impunity, we encourage all parties to make efforts and take concrete steps that can lead to increased trust in the judiciary and the courts. We therefore urge them to intensify their efforts so that the Specialist Chambers can come into effect, which would be responsible for investigating the allegations of war crimes and crimes against humanity committed in the armed conflict in Kosovo, as one more step towards the reconciliation process between the parties. In conclusion, we once again encourage the parties to redouble their efforts to find a political solution that is peaceful, just and lasting within the framework of international law, and in full compliance with resolution 1244 (1999) and the Brussels agreements of 2013.”

    2016-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7760 (2016) · source

  2. “However, we are concerned by the ongoing incidents against Serbian Kosovar citizens in certain areas. In that regard, we once again urge that the appropriate measures be taken to rectify that situation and to prevent persecution and harassment based on ethnic or religious grounds. Furthermore, the reconciliation process requires ongoing efforts by the Joint Working Group on Missing Persons with a view to clarifying the fates ofthose who disappeared during the conflict. We welcome the results ofthe Working Group's meeting in June, whereby the parties committed to stepping up exchanges of information on specific cases and to organizing ad hoc operational meetings more frequently. In terms of cultural and religious heritage, we reiterate the need for the parties to work together in order to ensure their effective protection.”

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  3. “We regret that to date there has not been significant progress in that process, and we therefore encourage all the parties to intensify their efforts to reverse the situation. Of particular importance is the establishment of the association/community of Serb-majority municipalities in northern Kosovo, among other aspects. We therefore urge the authorities of the province to work decisively to achieve that goal, as was agreed at the highest level in Brussels. Similarly, we consider it important to support the process of the voluntary return of Serbs displaced from their homes in Kosovo, in strict compliance with the 2013 Brussels agreements. We consider it necessary to foster full respect for the human rights of minorities persons displaced from their places of origin, so that they can fully enjoy those rights free of discrimination.”

    2016-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7760 (2016) · source

  4. “In that context, the support of the United Nations remains crucial in Kosovo, particularly through the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK), so as to promote security, stability and respect for human rights. That work has been complemented by the Kosovo Force (KFOR) and the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX). We express once again that UNMIK, KFOR and EULEX, based on their respective mandates, should continue to play a proactive, balanced, neutral and complementary role to direct dialogue, with a View to promoting a lasting and mutually acceptable solution on the Kosovo issue. Our country believes that dialogue and negotiations between Serbia and the local authorities in the province of Kosovo must be maintained so that the parties can reach a mutually acceptable solution on the issue.”

    2016-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7760 (2016) · source

  5. “The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela reiterates that strict adherence to international law - non-intervention and respect for the sovereignty, territorial integrity, unity and political independence of States and the peaceful settlement of disputes - is an essential element for the maintenance of international peace and security. In advocating for a peaceful settlement of the Kosovo issue, my country believes that resolution 1244 (1999) continues to be the applicable international legal basis for the achievement of a successful political solution in the interest of peace. In that regard, we call for ensuring the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Serbia. We also reiterate our support for the implementation of the First Agreement on Principles Governing the Normalization of Relations, signed of 19 April 2013.”

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  6. “We would also like to underscore the importance of strengthening coordination between the Mission and the European Union and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe in order to fully implement the provisions of resolution 1244 (1999). Mr. Mendez Graterol (Venezuela) (spoke in Spanish): I would like to thank Mr. Zahir Tanin, Special Representative of the Secretary-General, for his briefing. I also welcome the statement by Mr. Ivica Dacic', First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign of Serbia. And I welcome the presence of Ms. Vlora Citaku.”

    2016-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7760 (2016) · source

  7. “We would also like to highlight the following efforts undertaken by the authorities of Kosovo: the voluntary repatriation of displaced persons, the protection of the religious and cultural heritage, efforts towards reconciliation and non-discrimination at all levels of society, the protection of minority rights and, of course, the strengthening of the rule of law. We must also provide support to the authorities to address the challenges posed by immigration and the spread of extremism and violence. We support the five-year strategy announced by the authorities to combat extremism. We hold out the hope that the most recent presidential elections will serve as a starting point for a successful internal political process. We support the efforts by the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo and the Special Representative.”

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  8. “We also underscore the importance of making progress in the implementation of the August 2015 Agreement, including all its provisions, and of seizing the opportunity to achieve a lasting settlement, which would open the door to future economic and political development and prosperity for all peoples in the region. We also welcome the ratification a few months ago of the headquarters agreement with the Netherlands to host the Specialist Chambers to investigate war crimes. We hope that this will lay the foundations for the rule of law, justice and full reconciliation in Kosovo. We should provide all the necessary support to ensure that the Chambers are successful in its work, and we hope to see it establish its premises and begin to function as soon as possible.”

    2016-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7760 (2016) · source

  9. “There is also a need to spare no effort to achieve a peaceful, complete settlement of all pending issues between Belgrade and Pristina through dialogue and serious negotiations, based on the principle of goodwill and mutual respect shown by both sides within the framework of the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations, as well as all the relevant Council resolutions, especially resolution 1244 (1999). That outcome can be achieved only by establishing a conducive environment in the region and the resumption of the political dialogue under the auspices of the European Union.”

    2016-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7760 (2016) · source

  10. “Mr. Aboulwafa (Egypt) (spoke in Arabic): I would like to thank Mr. Zahir Tanin, Special Representative of the Secretary-General, for his comprehensive briefing. We would like to reiterate Egypt's complete support for his efforts. I would also like to welcome Mr. Ivica Dacie, First Deputy Prime Minister of Serbia, and Ms. Vlora Citaku and to thank them for their statements. Egypt wishes to reaffirm the importance ofbuilding on the absolute commitment voiced by the leaders of both communities to implement the agreements reached between them.”

    2016-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7760 (2016) · source