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Acharya

lines on the record: 202
first: 1992-07-15
most recent: 2012-02-23
sittings or episodes: 24
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“We are equally committed to institutionalizing it and bringing about social and economic transformation together with State restructuring. Our agenda has therefore remained a forward-looking, inclusive and democratic Nepal, which would ensure peace and prosperity for itself and also stability and progress for the region as a whole. In our efforts towards attaining these goals, international good will, support and cooperation have played an important role. We thank the United Nations for its support and consistent encouragement and UNMIN for its contribution in the mandated areas of the peace process. We consider that writing a Constitution on time is essential to accelerating the peace progress during this transition period, which would help us conclude the peace process in Nepal.”
2010-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6260 (2010) · source
“In the context of the consistent evolution of the situation, I would like to inform the Council on the latest situation in the country and provide our perspective on the overall course of the peace process. The Council is aware that we are going through a transition from a 10 year-long conflict to sustainable peace and stability with a nationally driven peace process. This has received wide support and cooperation from the international community. Since June 2006, we have come a long way and, as I fully understand, with many ups and downs, which is only natural for a complex peace process. We are also aware that we still have some way to go. Yet, along the way we have made tremendous progress in terms of our political transformation.”
2010-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6260 (2010) · source
“In seeking the extension of UNMIN to that date, the Government of Nepal has given due consideration to the current transitional situation of the country and has recognized the important role played by UNMIN in providing support and facilitation within its mandate to our nationally driven peace process. We have taken note of the report of the Secretary- General on UNMIN (S/2010/ 17), which highlights UNMIN's assessment of the situation in Nepal over the past six months. I would like to express my thanks to Ms. Karin Landgren, Representative of the Secretary- General in Nepal and head of UNMIN - as she said, we work together in Nepal - for her statement on recent developments in Nepal.”
2010-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6260 (2010) · source
“I would like to congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Council for the month of January. I also take this opportunity to express my sincere appreciation to you for providing me with this opportunity to speak before the Council for the first time since taking up my assignment here. Through a formal note dated 9 January 2010, I have conveyed to the Secretary-General the decision of the Government of Nepal to request the extension of the duration of the current mandate and the continuation of the related works of the United Nations Mission in Nepal (UNMIN) until 15 May 2010.”
2010-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6260 (2010) · source
“In this important process we ask the Security Council to stay the course to help us achieve the desired outcome and to assist us in building on the momentum and progress that we have made so far. On a personal note, since this will be my last statement in the Council as I will complete my tour of duty as Permanent Representative next week, I would like to thank you personally, Sir, the Austrian delegation, each of the members and representatives who have been working with us, and the Security Council, individually and collectively, for the constructive cooperation and support provided to the peace process in Nepal and for the friendship that they have extended to me personally.”
2009-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6214 (2009) · source
“It is important to note that the senior political leaders of major political parties are talking to each other, and it is expected that they will soon reach an agreement to resolve the current impasse in the 09-59689 Legislature-Parliament and to end the street agitation so that they will be able to move forward in the spirit of dialogue and consensus stipulated in the peace agreements. Despite occasional setbacks, Nepal's peace process has continued to make significant strides. It may sometimes seem like it is moving one step backwards, but it will eventually end up moving two steps forward. That is how we have been able to come this far. We are confident that the same spirit will guide our process to its rational end.”
2009-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6214 (2009) · source
“The report would have been more balanced if it had taken into account the sincere efforts made by the Government of Nepal in addressing key issues of the peace process and in resolving outstanding issues for creating conducive environment for making further progress thereof. Similarly, it is the view of the Government that the references in the report implying parity between the regular national army and the former rebel combatants living in the United Nations- monitored cantonments, who may have to be either integrated into the security forces or rehabilitated into society and their families, are not likely to facilitate a positive outcome in the ongoing negotiations on the future of the cantonments.”
2009-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6214 (2009) · source
“to be flexible towards cooperation and consensus on matters related to the peace process so as to avoid further escalation and confrontation among the parties to the peace process. With respect to the assessment contained in the report of the Secretary-General of the nature of the Government in Nepal, the constituent parties of the Government are of the view that it is up to the parties and the sovereign legislature in Nepal to decide on the type of Government they desire. They are always open to including all the parties in the Government and have specifically asked the UCPN-M. to join the coalition.”
2009-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6214 (2009) · source
“In that regard, I would like to refer to a meeting held yesterday, 5 November, among the representatives of the 22 parties that constitute the coalition in the present Government. In that meeting, the parties expressed their commitment to bringing the peace process to a logical conclusion and bringing about a new constitution through the elected Constituent Assembly. They have also asked the UCPN-M. to withdraw its continued blocking of the legislative session of the Constituent Assembly in order to allow the budget to be passed, and to withdraw its agitation programmes, including the blockades of Government offices in other areas, saying that such programmes are against the spirit of the peace agreements. They have also asked the UCPN-M.”
2009-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6214 (2009) · source
“Similarly, there has been significant progress regarding the release of under-age and disqualified armed personnel in the cantonments, and this process is likely to conclude soon, as the Representative of the Secretary-General has just highlighted. UNMIN has been doing its job in accordance with the mandate of this Council, including in the monitoring of arms and armed personnel, as per our request as stipulated in the peace agreements. It is our intention to conclude the tasks of UNMIN as soon as possible within its mandate, which expires on 23 January 2010. To that end, the Government of Nepal is committed to doing everything in its power, including by reaching the necessary political agreements required for the logical conclusion of the peace process.”
2009-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6214 (2009) · source
“Similarly, the important business of the integration and rehabilitation of the armed personnel of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) currently living in the cantonments is being undertaken by the statutory Special Committee entrusted with this task. The Committee has been reconstituted, including the representatives of the UCPN-M, and has since been meeting to devise practical guidelines, its programme of work and format of a political agreement on this subject. We are confident that the Special Committee and its Technical Committee will complete the remaining task of reaching an agreement on all issues related to the future of the cantonments.”
2009-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6214 (2009) · source
“The constituent parties of the present coalition Government and the political parties outside it have expressed their sincere desire to conclude the task of promulgating a new constitution, reflecting the sentiments of people of all strata of society in Nepal, by May 2010. Various thematic committees of the Constituent Assembly have been seriously engaged in this task, in which there is strong participation and cooperation from all sides. After the election of the Chairman of the Constitutional Committee, which is entrusted with producing a new draft constitution, the task of constitution-making has gained further momentum.”
2009-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6214 (2009) · source
“Nepal's nationally driven peace process is unique in its characteristics. Since it started in June 2006, the peace process has made remarkable achievements and completed several important milestones. The signing of a Comprehensive Peace Agreement in November 2006, successful elections to the Constituent Assembly in April 2008, and the declaration of Nepal as a federal democratic republic in May that year represent some of the singular achievements of the peace process. The Council is aware that Nepal's most inclusive Constituent Assembly is moving ahead constructively in the task of writing a new constitution, in accordance with the aspiration of the people of Nepal.”
2009-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6214 (2009) · source
“At the outset, let me congratulate you, Sir, on Austria's assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month. I would like to thank you for organizing this briefing and for the opportunity the Council has given me to speak on behalf of Nepal. I also thank you for your kind words to me. I further thank Ms. Karin Landgren, Representative of the Secretary-General in Nepal, for her kind words. I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his comprehensive report dated 26 October (S/2009/553) on United Nations assistance in support of the peace process in Nepal, at our request. I would also like to thank Ms. Landgren for her presentation highlighting the major issues and developments since the Council extended the mandate of the United Nations Mission in Nepal (UNMIN) in July.”
2009-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6214 (2009) · source
“While the current practice of holding thematic debates on issues such as the protection of women and children, the protection of civilians, rule of law, disarmament, demobilization and reintegration, security sector reform, transitional justice and the role of regional cooperation is important, these subjects cannot be treated in isolation and should be built into a comprehensive strategy. In conclusion, I would like to stress that during the review process, the core values of United Nations peacekeeping operations - such as adherence to the Charter, consent of the parties, non-interference in the affairs of sovereign States, non-use of force except in self-defence, and security and safety of personnel - should be strictly applied. Such principles should not be compromised even in the context of robust peacekeeping operations.”
2009-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6178Resumption1 (2009) · source
“We welcome the recent report of the Secretary-General (S/2009/304), which highlights key challenges in peacebuilding, including the need for national ownership, international leadership and coherent support and delivery. The same should apply to peacekeeping operations as well. There is a need to improve recruitment and retention of qualified people in order to reduce the high vacancy rates in missions, as well as the modalities of partnerships with regional organizations.”
2009-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6178Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Troop contributors should be given operational flexibility and involvement in developing rules of engagement according to individual situations. The increasing demands of deployment experienced by troop contributors, particularly with regard to the complex logistical requirements of contingent-owned equipment, could be remedied by providing to the troop contributors support for contingent equipment and training. Missions should also be equipped with matching resources, commensurate with the tasks in the field. Mandates should be clear, unambiguous and achievable. The transition from peacekeeping and peacebuilding to socio-economic development is very important.”
2009-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6178Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Similarly, the steps outlined in Peace Operations 2010 - especially in the five key areas of personnel, doctrine, partnerships, resources and organization - remain important and should be implemented. It is a fact that even after 60 years of experience, we are conducting every peacekeeping mission from scratch, dealing with each mission separately, giving each a separate budget and having to jump over the same old hurdles each time. This situation can certainly be improved with streamlined, anticipatory budgeting, operational flexibility between different missions and broadened planning horizons for existing and new missions. Peacekeeping cannot succeed without meaningful engagement and involvement of troop- and police- contributing countries every step of the way, including in planning, mandating and determining political strategy.”
2009-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6178Resumption1 (2009) · source
“We are pleased that the new non-paper has been designated "A New Partnership Agenda". This presents a new opportunity to strengthen peacekeeping operations in the face of new challenges, especially since a comprehensive review was made as recently as 2000 in the Brahimi report (S/2000/809). Some of the core recommendations of that report - concerning, inter alia, the need for political support and strategic direction, rapid deployment and standby arrangements, operational planning and support, the need for robust doctrine, realistic mandates and practical rules of engagement, improved mission guidance and leadership and the need to involve troop-contributing countries in important decisions - are still valid and should continue to be implemented even in the face of current challenges.”
2009-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6178Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Peacekeeping is a dynamic concept and a tool for maintaining international peace and security and resolving conflicts, as well as a strategy for filling gaps in failed or failing States and transitional societies. The current practice of doctrine, mandating, budgeting for and supporting peacekeeping operations and their links to peacebuilding clearly needs a strategic review. In this context, we welcome the New Horizon and Support Strategy non-papers as the fastest steps towards discussion and building broader consensus on the way forward to effective, efficient and prudent peacekeeping operations. Peacekeeping is an endeavour carried out in partnership among the Security Council, finance and troop contributors, regional organizations and the host country.”
2009-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6178Resumption1 (2009) · source
“As the last speaker, I would like to congratulate you, Mr. President, on your assumption of the presidency of the Council for this month and to welcome your initiative on this timely debate on peacekeeping operations. I would also like to thank the Under-Secretaries-General, Mr. Le Roy and Ms. Malcorra, for their valuable presentations on the subject this morning. As a troop-contributing country, Nepal attaches strong significance to matters related to peacekeeping operations, especially the strengthening of operational and managerial efficiency in the context of the challenges and strains presented by the increasingly complex environments that these operations are facing.”
2009-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6178Resumption1 (2009) · source
“We are of the view that, during the review, core values of United Nations peacekeeping operations such as adherence to the Charter, the consent of the parties, non-interference in the affairs of sovereign States and the non-use of force except in self-defence should not be undermined. Those principles should not be compromised, even in the context of so-called robust peacekeeping operations. On behalf of Nepal, I would like to pledge our active involvement in and support of the necessary review process of peacekeeping operations so that current strains can be rectified in existing and future missions.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Some of the challenges to peacekeeping are related to the environment in host nations, especially challenges resulting from fragile peace agreements and a lack of commitment on the part of the parties during the implementation phase. That requires more proactive engagement and greater political support from the international community, especially the Security Council. In that connection, I would hope that the New Horizon project, being undertaken jointly by DPKO and DFS, will rectify the problems that we are facing today by adequately and effectively addressing them.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153Resumption1 (2009) · source
“In order to overcome some of the key challenges, an enhanced and institutionalized relationship between the Security Council, troop- and police-contributing countries and the Secretariat is of paramount important to reshaping the model of partnership. That would entail the involvement of troop-contributing countries from the time that a mandate is formulated to key stages in the mission planning process. That should be done through close interaction, information-sharing and participation. The Security Council should also focus on establishing unambiguous and achievable mandates. Missions should be equipped with matching resources commensurate with the tasks in the field.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Enhancement of the United Nations strategic logistic pool of key equipment for mission start-up or filling in the gaps experienced by some troop-contributing countries would be part of the solution. We should also not underestimate the importance of having developed countries share some of the burden of contributing troops in difficult peacekeeping missions, so as to make peacekeeping a truly effective global partnership. Peacekeeping is still an evolving and dynamic concept. In recent years, the conflict environment and the challenges to peacekeeping have changed dramatically, requiring new approaches and partnerships.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153Resumption1 (2009) · source
“By the end of this year, Nepal's current strength of 3,800 military and police personnel will have increased by one third, once our troops are deployed to Darfur and Chad, with an additional company to Lebanon. Our capability to deploy troops has also been severely constrained by the increasingly complex requirement of contingent-owned equipment, including equipment that we do not normally operate at home. It also involves a long procurement process that reduces our capability to deploy in time. There is therefore a strong case to be made for building the capacity of willing troop contributors to deploy swiftly and with the required contingent equipment and professional capability for complex and robust peacekeeping operations. That would entail critical logistical and training support from the United Nations and bilateral sources.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153Resumption1 (2009) · source
“I must stress here that any review or recommendation will have real meaning only when it receives broad-based support from the membership, including the members of Council, the General Assembly and finance- and troop-contributing countries. As matters stand now, as a troop-contributing country, we are at the end of the spectrum. Our troops are called on to participate in missions in whose mandate development and planning we are not involved, let alone the determination of political strategy. Our troops are tasked with implementing complex mandates, without too much operational flexibility, as well as with applying rules of engagement they did not themselves develop. We are also being stretched in the area of deployment, in particular in terms of logistical resources.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Although there has not been a serious in-depth study of United Nations peacekeeping operations since the Brahimi report (S/2000/809) of 2000, we should not forget that some of its key principles still remain valid and are yet to be fully implemented. On Nepal's behalf, I welcome the various initiatives, including this one, to more broadly review the subject. Clearly, there is a need for convergence in the various initiatives within and outside the Security Council and that of the New Horizon project, initiated jointly by the Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO) and the Department of Field Support (DFS).”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153Resumption1 (2009) · source
“In others there is a gap between peacekeeping and peacebuilding. In still others both the Peacebuilding Commission and the Security Council are engaged, without a proper delineation of responsibilities. That calls for a serious review of United Nations peacekeeping as a tool for the maintenance of international peace and security, as a concept for resolving conflicts and as a strategy for filling in gaps in failed or failing States and societies transitioning out of conflict. It also deserves an in-depth analysis as a complex managerial endeavour. Current practices in developing doctrine and mandating, budgeting, supporting and managing peacekeeping operations, including their links to other activities such as preventive diplomacy and peacebuilding, need a strategic review.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153Resumption1 (2009) · source
“I would like to congratulate the Turkish presidency for organizing this important thematic debate on peacekeeping. It is true that peacekeeping is under increasing strain. There is political, logistical, financial and managerial overstretch. We are deploying missions in increasingly complex environments, with increasingly difficult mandates and often with the limited consent of the State or the parties concerned. In some cases, mandates related to the protection of civilians and the extension of State authority encroach upon the traditional functions of States and generate resistance on the part of the parties concerned. The capability of the United Nations to deploy missions in time, when they are needed most, is under severe stress. In many cases, missions are left without appropriate political support or a workable exit strategy.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Martin just mentioned, Nepal's peace process has come a long way since its inception in 2006 and has completed several important milestones, such as the election of the Constituent Assembly and the declaration of Nepal as a federal democratic republic. As we have always done so far, we are confident that we will succeed in bringing the process to a logical conclusion, resolving all the remaining issues through dialogue and mutual accommodation. Though it has its own characteristics and pace, Nepal's peace process will succeed at the end, and the support of both Mr. Martin and the Council will not be in vain. Before concluding, I would like to express my gratitude to each of the member States for its continued support for the peace process in Nepal.”
2009-01-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6069 (2009) · source
“In this regard, we have no objection to the Secretary-General's proposals for further downsizing UNMIN and reducing the rank of head of Mission from special representative to representative. On behalf of the Government and the people of Nepal, I would like to take this opportunity to place on record our sincere appreciation and gratitude to Mr. Ian Martin, Special Representative of the Secretary- General, for the excellent manner in which he has carried out the mandate of the Security Council in assistance to the peace process, upon Nepal's request. I would also like to thank his dedicated team at UNMIN for the work it has done for Nepal. Despite the various challenges, some of which Mr.”
2009-01-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6069 (2009) · source
“In fact, it is our expectation that the monitoring requirements will be substantially reduced as soon as we start the 09-21130 implementation of the political decisions on the integration and rehabilitation process that will be reached in the special committee. We are not contemplating any interim or alternative monitoring arrangements before the termination of the United Nations monitoring presence, because that will only contribute to further delay in the integration process. But the Government of Nepal is committed to taking the necessary measures to help assist the exit strategy of UNMIN, bringing a logical end to the peace process, especially the current monitoring arrangement, within the next six months.”
2009-01-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6069 (2009) · source
“The special committee has now been constituted under the leadership of the Prime Minister and includes representation of all the major political parties. In its first meeting earlier today, the special committee amended the terms of reference and decided to prepare a work plan to complete the integration and rehabilitation process within the next six months. In view of the remaining tasks in the integration and rehabilitation of the CPN (M) army personnel remaining in the cantonments, we have requested an extension of the mandate of the United Nations Mission in Nepal for another six months. We highly appreciate the Council's support for the extension of the mandate of UNMIN until 23 July 2009. It is our intention to terminate the United Nations monitoring requirements by that time.”
2009-01-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6069 (2009) · source
“The Government has also started to meaningfully engage some of the Tarai armed groups and has, in fact, already signed framework agreements for negotiations with a few of them. We understand the concerns of the Secretary- General and of some members of the Council regarding the delay in progress in certain aspects of the peace process, especially on the issue of the integration and rehabilitation of Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) (CPN (M)) armed personnel in the cantonments. Though this process has taken some time, it is important to note that an agreement has been reached in the formation of the special committee to supervise, integrate and rehabilitate the Maoist army personnel in the cantonments through consensus and mutual accommodation among the parties represented in the coalition Government and outside.”
2009-01-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6069 (2009) · source
“Martin has just explained in his brief, following the submission of the report, important political developments have taken place in Nepal that have far-reaching impact on the success of the peace process. The Constituent Assembly has elected its various committees and the respective chairpersons entrusted to start the task of drafting a new constitution, mostly on the basis of consensus among major political parties. In a statement to the Constituent Assembly on 7 January, the Right Honourable Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal "Prachanda" made several important commitments to the implementation of the peace process, including on the issues regarding the return of property and the commitment to continuing the practice of taking all major decisions related to the peace process through consensus among the major political parties.”
2009-01-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6069 (2009) · source
“First of all, I would like to congratulate you, Mr. President, on assuming the presidency of the Security Council. I would also thank you for allowing me yet another opportunity to appear in the Council during the discussion regarding our request for continuation of United Nations support for the peace process in Nepal. I would like to thank Mr. Martin, Special Representative of the Secretary-General, for his comprehensive presentation on developments in the peace process in Nepal since the Council's last discussion on the subject. On behalf of the Government of Nepal, I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his personal support for the peace process in Nepal and for his latest report to the Council (S/2009/l) recommending extension of the United Nations Mission in Nepal (UNMIN) by another six months, at our request. As Mr.”
2009-01-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6069 (2009) · source
“In conclusion, I take this opportunity to thank each one of you individually and the Council collectively for the continued support and understanding of Nepal's requests in relation to the peace process.”
2008-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6013 (2008) · source
“Such consolidation or rearrangement would be likely to unnecessarily complicate the process and exacerbate the already poor infrastructure and facilities in the cantonments. It could also unwittingly prolong the process of integration and rehabilitation, which is key to the logical conclusion of the peace process. Those and other issues will be taken into consideration by the special committee in adopting its decision on the process of integration and rehabilitation. The Government is committed to taking measures to accelerate the implementation of the decisions of the Special Committee so that UNMIN can complete its tasks in accordance with the mandate of this Council.”
2008-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6013 (2008) · source
“If the process extends beyond the end of the current mandate on 23 January 2009, the Government, in consultation with the special committee and the political parties, may request an extension of the mandate of the Mission as soon as such a decision is reached. In such a situation, the presence of UNMIN, which has been significantly downsized already, may be required for a maximum period of another six months with further adjustments, with a view to allowing it to came to an end by that time. In that regard, we have taken note of the report of the Secretary-General regarding consolidation of cantonments. The special committee, which is mandated to look after the comprehensive issues of arms management, is yet to begin its work formally and is yet to take a decision in that regard.”
2008-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6013 (2008) · source
“The Government is also committed to bringing the peace process to a logical conclusion by resolving all of the remaining issues in a spirit of dialogue and accommodation and in accordance with the Comprehensive Peace Agreement. It has already constituted the special committee to finalize issues of the integration and rehabilitation of former rebel combatants who are in cantonments monitored by the United Nations Mission. The special committee is expected to reach its decision on the issue soon. Among other things, the United Nations Mission in Nepal was mandated to monitor the cantonments and assist in the peace process through arms management. It is our view that the presence of UNMIN will not be required after this process is completed.”
2008-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6013 (2008) · source
“That was the basis of the declaration of Nepal as a federal democratic republic, the abolition of its 240-year-old monarchy and the formation of the Government under the leadership of an erstwhile rebel party, which has itself undergone a huge transformation from an insurgent movement into a leading democratic political force. The current Government is committed to working together with all political parties represented in the Constituent Assembly in writing a new constitution of the federal democratic republic within the stipulated time frame of two years. As part of that process, the Constituent Assembly is finalizing its rules of procedure and is expected to start the drafting process soon.”
2008-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6013 (2008) · source
“After the signing of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement, several other agreements were concluded with a View to bringing into the national mainstream the most inclusive possible participation by the representatives of the people in all their ethnic and geographic diversity. I am proud to say that Nepal's Constituent Assembly is one of the most inclusive assemblies that has ever been elected to write a constitution anywhere in the world. Nepal's Constituent Assembly has the widest representation of women, ethnic groups and indigenous peoples, Madhesis, Dalits and people from rural areas, who have traditionally remained marginalized. We have also advanced this far by placing the verdict of the people at the core of all decisions made to date.”
2008-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6013 (2008) · source
“Nepal's peace process is unique in its characteristics and is based on multiparty democracy, inclusiveness, accommodation, dialogue and recognition of the people as the ultimate arbiter. Our peace process is a truly original and creative innovation of the Nepalese people and its political leadership. One of the keys to its success lies in national ownership of the entire political process. The political leadership across the board has taken into account the broader aspirations of the Nepalese people, who have voiced their choice for peace and democracy. The leadership has demonstrated a spirit of true accommodation, dialogue and respect for the choice of the people in arriving at all key decisions. Yet another key to our success is the inclusiveness of the political process.”
2008-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6013 (2008) · source
“08-59080 On behalf of the Government of Nepal, I would like to take this opportunity to express our sincere gratitude to the Secretary-General, His Excellency Mr. Ban Ki-moon, for his recent visit to Nepal and his continuous support for the peace process. Nepal has witnessed historic political transformation through the peace process. The signing of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement, successful elections to the Constituent Assembly, the declaration of Nepal as a federal democratic republic and the formation of the coalition Government under the leadership of the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) are changes of historic proportions which our peace process has achieved quickly, smoothly, democratically and peacefully.”
2008-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6013 (2008) · source
“First, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to you, Sir, and to the other members of the Council for yet another opportunity to discuss United Nations support for Nepal's indigenous peace process, which has made miraculous achievements over a short span of time. I would like to thank Mr. Ian Martin, Special Representative of the Secretary-General in Nepal, for his comprehensive presentation today. I would like to take this opportunity to express our sincere appreciation to Mr. Martin and his team in the United Nations Mission in Nepal (UNMIN) for their excellent work in executing the mandate of the Council to meet Nepal's request in certain aspects of the peace process. We appreciate the report of the Secretary-General on United Nations support of the peace process (S/2008/670).”
2008-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6013 (2008) · source
“Since this will be my last opportunity to do so in this format, since I do not expect another extension, I would like to personally thank every ambassador and representative for their readiness to support Nepal even when they had so many other important matters to handle. Last but not least, I would like to thank the delegation of the United Kingdom for undertaking the onerous effort of coordinating the draft resolution in this regard. I am confident that it will be adopted soon. I would also like to thank the Ambassadors of India and Japan for their readiness to express support in their statements.”
2008-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5938 (2008) · source
“I am confident that the Council will lend its support to our request. Listening to the statements made here today, I am confident that our request will be taken into account, as per the recommendation of the Secretary-General. I am grateful for the sentiments and words of support and encouragement that all speakers expressed in their statements. We have taken note of some of the most important and constructive comments and observations. I take this opportunity to thank you, Mr. President, and every member of the Council for your continued support and encouragement for the peace process and for your readiness to meet our request in all circumstances.”
2008-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5938 (2008) · source
“"A temporary extension for a month will not be helpful in any way in the transition to the formation of a new government or in the ongoing discussion on matters related to the management of arms and arms personnel among the major political actors. "The above clarification has also been conveyed to the Special Representative of the Secretary-General in his meetings with the political leadership after the Secretary-General sought clarification on the matter. Therefore, the Government of Nepal is in favour of extending the mission as per its request in its letter of 8 July for next six months." I am pleased to learn that the Secretary-General has now accepted our explanation and authorized his Special Representative to recommend to the Council an extension of UNMIN for another six months, as per our request.”
2008-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5938 (2008) · source
“"In View of the further evolution of the situation in the country towards the successive consolidation of the peace process, and the understanding among the political parties that this process should be taken forward to its logical conclusion, as stated in the aforementioned letter, the Government of Nepal would like to assume that the political leadership of the mission will be continued at the level of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, retaining adequate political and administrative staff for the purpose, along with the arms monitors. "The Government of Nepal agrees with the rest of the staffing and transition arrangements that the Secretary-General proposed in relation to the downsizing of the mission.”
2008-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5938 (2008) · source