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1. “At the outset, I reaffirm that my country's Government is committed to all agreements signed with the sisterly Republic of South Sudan, foremost among which is the Agreement between the Government of the Sudan and the Sudan People's Liberation Movement on temporary arrangements for the administration and security of the Abyei Area, signed on 20 June 2011, and the Cooperation Agreement between the Republic of the Sudan and the Republic of South Sudan, signed on 27 September 2012. I take this opportunity to emphasize the importance of the 2011 agreement, which is the cornerstone of all arrangements related to the issue of Abyei, including the deployment of the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA).”

   2019-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8519 (2019) · source

2. “Mr. Ahmed (Sudan) (spoke in Arabic): I would first like to thank you, Mr. President, for giving me this opportunity. I thank Mr. Lacroix, Under-Secretary- General for Peace Operations, for his briefing. I also welcome Mr. Onanga-Anyanga, Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for the Horn of Africa. I would like to express my country's appreciation for his work, and we stand ready to cooperate and coordinate with him.”

   2019-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8519 (2019) · source

3. “We are also working to ensure society's participation in the fight against this scourge. We hope that the international community and our regional and international partners will support our efforts. In conclusion, we stress that the Sudan will continue to cooperate and coordinate with the United Nations and its agencies to further the women and peace and security agenda. We reiterate that the Sudan is fully committed to a zero-tolerance policy for crimes of sexual violence and to the fight against impunity. We also underscore the importance of cooperating closely with the office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General in order to establish a joint cooperation framework aimed at enhancing national efforts in that regard.”

   2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source

4. “The Sudan will continue to protect and advance women by combating discrimination and gender inequality, implementing disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programmes, ensuring redress for victims and implementing economic-empowerment programmes for women, as well as supporting witness- protection programmes to shield the survivors of human rights violations, including survivors of conflict- related sexual violence. We are also implementing training programmes for police and military personnel to improve the investigation of cases of sexual violence. Furthermore, we are working on implementing training courses for doctors and health workers to serve rape victims, and establishing psychological support centres and raising awareness about such matters.”

   2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source

5. “Major efforts have been made to achieve sustainable peace, including by establishing specialized courts, appointing public prosecutors and additional judges and setting up legal aid offices in all of Darfur's states to facilitate access to justice in cities and rural areas. That is in addition to launching weapon collection campaigns and repatriating displaced persons and ensuring their return to their villages and reintegration within their local communities. We have also provided land for refugees, ensured safe travel paths for herders and established water-distribution centres for them.”

   2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source

6. “The Sudanese people took to the streets to call for freedom, peace and justice, and Sudanese women participated in those protests on an equal footing while demanding their rights and anticipating a better future. There can be no question that during the upcoming period, Sudanese women will be able to actively participate in the political sphere and in leadership roles in the Sudan, thereby following in the footsteps of the great Nubian queens, or candaces, of the Kingdoms of Meroe and Kush. The recent improved security situation in Darfur has had a positive impact on the status of women and girls.”

   2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source

7. “The second is the emphasis of my country's Transitional Military Council on its commitment to all regional and international treaties and agreements. The Council is also committed to cooperating with the international community to ensure the protection of human rights for all in the Sudan, especially women's rights, and the soon-to-be-formed civilian Government will demonstrate that. We expect that the current transitional phase will enable us to make progress in the efforts to achieve peace in Darfur, and in the two regions most affected in particular, which will ultimately help us to eliminate all forms of conflict-related sexual Violence. Sudanese women have played a vital role in this great movement.”

   2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source

8. “I am honoured to be delivering this statement before the Security Council as my country is undergoing positive historic changes. In the wake of the glorious revolution of December 2018, those developments are consolidating the rights of our people while ushering in a new era leading to a better future. I would like to focus on two core issues. The first is the positive developments in the Sudan that are taking place as we approach the twentieth anniversary of the Security Council's adoption of the women and peace and security agenda through resolution 1325 (2000), and as we mark the tenth anniversary of the establishment of the mandate of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict.”

   2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source

9. “Mrs. Ahmed (Sudan) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, my country's delegation would like to express its appreciation to you, Mr. President, and your friendly country for organizing this open debate to discuss such a vital and important matter. We also thank Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and his Special Representative, Ms. Pramila Patten. We appreciate her presence in the Chamber to listen to our statement. We are also grateful to the briefers for their valuable contributions. We align ourselves with the statement delivered earlier by Ms. Fatima Kyari Mohammed, Permanent Observer of the African Union to the United Nations. My country's delegation expresses its heartfelt condolences to the Government and the people of Sri Lanka in the aftermath of the recent horrific attacks on civilians in their country.”

   2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source

10. “We are keen to not take any step that might have negative repercussions on the current situation. We are also confident that the members of the Council share the same concern. Those present and the entire world have seen that the Sudanese revolution is a peaceful one that seeks to bring about a change that the Sudanese people desire. If the revolution, which has lasted for months, is able to meet its aspirations, then the Sudanese people will also be able to reach theirs and conclude their peaceful and civilized revolution in a manner that is appropriate to the circumstances and challenges of our country.”

    2019-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8513 (2019) · source

11. “We reiterate that the Sudan is ready to cooperate with all regional and international partners in all the different aspects of UNAMID until it exits my country. In conclusion, I wish to comment on the remarks made by some members of Security Council. I clearly state that what has been happening in the Sudan since December 2018 is an internal matter, according to the Charter of the United Nations. We do not believe that there is any justification for the Security Council to discuss this matter, especially because the exceptional situation that the Sudan is currently experiencing requires great caution so that stakeholders can conclude their consultations on reaching a peaceful, smooth and democratic transition of power. The same applies to the Secretariat, which must adhere to its mandate in the preparation of its reports.”

    2019-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8513 (2019) · source

12. “That would represent an example of success and a model that truly embodies the meaning of partnership between the African Union and the United Nations in the context of peacekeeping and establishing peace in Africa. We commend the intense efforts geared towards concluding the peace process, and, once again, we welcome peacebuilding, which means development and an end to the conflict, in conjunction with the major developments in my country following the glorious December revolution. My country's delegation would like to thank UNAMID for everything that it has been able to accomplish in a number of areas and for the sacrifices of its peacekeepers in recent years. In that regard, we thank the countries that have contributed military, police or civilian personnel.”

    2019-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8513 (2019) · source

13. “In addition, I reiterate that the Sudan looks forward to cooperating with the Secretariat and the Security Council to implement UNAMID's exit strategy pursuant to resolution 2429 (2018) and according to the agreed time frame set forth in the resolution, namely, June 2020. Moreover, we expect our agreed plans to transition from peacekeeping to peacebuilding in Darfur to be implemented, and we also look forward to the dialogue on the report of UNAMID concerning its strategic review. We hope that the recommendations of the report will be in line with the objectives set forth for UNAMID's exit in 2020. We also hope that the report will be in keeping with our aspirations for peacebuilding and sustained peace in Darfur, as well as for UNAMID's exit.”

    2019-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8513 (2019) · source

14. “Some parts of the report before the Council have been overtaken by time following the changes that took place since the glorious revolution of December 2018. In that regard, let me reiterate what I said to the Council last week (see S/PV.8509) with regard to the Sudan's commitment to respecting all regional and international agreements, treaties and conventions, including those signed with the United Nations involving the deployment of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID). I also reaffirm the Sudan's commitment to facilitate the work of the mission and humanitarian organizations working in the Sudan, in general, and Darfur in particular.”

    2019-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8513 (2019) · source

15. “In turn, the military and security forces confront those attacks to protect civilians. In the past period, Central Darfur state has focused on issues related to strengthening security and stability through the weapons collection campaign and the restoration of State authority. That was done by increasing police troops in order to ensure the voluntary return of internally displaced persons and the success of the harvest season. We hope that will positively affect the security situation and living conditions throughout Darfur states, which are improving daily towards achieving stability and development. We hope that those initiatives will enjoy the support of the international community.”

    2019-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8513 (2019) · source

16. “Mr. Ahmed (Sudan) (spoke in Arabic): I would like to thank you, Mr. Minister, for presiding over this morning's meeting. I would also like to express my thanks and appreciation to the Secretary-General for his report (S/2019/305). I also thank Mr. Jeremiah Mamabolo, Joint Special Representative for Darfur, and Ms. Ursula Mueller, Assistant Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Deputy Emergency Relief Coordinator, for their valuable briefings. We have reviewed the report of the Secretary- General on the situation in Darfur, which stresses that the security situation throughout Darfur is improving, with the one exception of the area under the control of Abdul Wahid Mohamed Nour in Jebel Marra. His troops are attacking the armed forces and civilians in neighbouring towns.”

    2019-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8513 (2019) · source

17. “We therefore call on our partners in the international community to support the peaceful transition in the country in a way that would help to enhance the gains achieved by the Sudanese people and pave the way for stability, development and prosperity, while saving the country from violence. That would positively impact regional peace and security.”

    2019-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8509 (2019) · source

18. “No party, including armed groups, will be excluded from the political process. Moreover, the Transitional Military Council emphasized that the suspension of the Constitution could be lifted and the transitional period could be shortened depending on developments on the ground and agreements reached between stakeholders. Finally, I would like to reaffirm that what is happening in the Sudan is a domestic matter by the will of the Sudanese people. The delicate situation in the Sudan now that seriously threatens its immediate and future stability should be taken into consideration. However, any democratic process requires time and should not be threatened. We do not wish to see the emerging democratic process collapse in the name of democracy.”

    2019-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8509 (2019) · source

19. “It is committed to fully cooperating with the international community to ensure stability, peace and a peaceful transition in the Sudan based on a political legacy of peaceful transitions following the glorious revolutions of October 1964 and April 1985. At the same time, the Minister of Defence assumed the presidency of the Transitional Military Council in order to lead the peaceful transition through a civilian Government. The Transitional Military Council stressed that it is responding to the Sudanese people's aspirations for change and working to protect the lives of the citizens, as well as their property, and the country's resources. It is not going to govern but will guarantee that a civilian Government be formed in collaboration with the political powers and stakeholders.”

    2019-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8509 (2019) · source

20. “The events that took place prompted the decisions taken by the Transitional Military Council to remove the President, suspend the Constitution and dissolve the National Council and the state councils, as well as the central Government and the state governments, in addition to declaring a state of emergency for three months. Those measures are in response to the demands of the Sudanese people, who have expressed their aspirations and demands in line with their history and struggle. In that regard, I would like to note that the Transitional Military Council has underscored its commitment to all the international and regional agreements and conventions.”

    2019-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8509 (2019) · source

21. “I would like to reiterate my most sincere thanks and appreciation to all partners whose efforts have facilitated the work of UNISFA, especially Ethiopia, the African Union Peace and Security Council, the AU Commission, the AU High-level Implementation Panel for Sudan, the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for the Horn of Africa, the Secretariat and all UNISFA personnel. We reiterate our commitment to cooperating with UNISFA until it is able to fully implement its mandate as provided for by resolution 1990 (2011). Allow me to provide to the Council some clarifications on the developments in my country since 11 April. Before proceeding, I would like to pay tribute to the memory of the martyrs who fell during those events and wish the injured a quick recovery.”

    2019-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8509 (2019) · source

22. “I would also like to take this opportunity to reaffirm my country's commitment to cooperating with UNISFA so that it may successfully implement its mandate pursuant to resolution 1990 (2011) and subsequent resolutions, including that of the Joint Border Verification and Monitoring Mechanism, in order to successfully conclude its mission and strengthen the security and stability of the border between the two countries. We stress that the conditions set out in the resolution for the continued support ofUNISFA for the Mechanism are in line with the agreements reached between the Sudan and South Sudan during the meeting on the Joint Border Verification and Monitoring Mechanism, which we fully support.”

    2019-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8509 (2019) · source

23. “Mr. Ahmed (Sudan) (spoke in Arabic): I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate you, Mr. President, on your presidency of the Security Council this month. I would like to thank the delegation of the United States for its efforts, which led the Council to adopt today's resolution 2465 (2019) on the extension for six months of the support provided to the Joint Border Verification and Monitoring Mechanism by United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA). I also thank all the members of the Council for their cooperation and spirit of compromise, which led to the adoption of the resolution.”

    2019-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8509 (2019) · source

24. “It is time for the Security Council to restore its credibility and legitimacy and to work as a true instrument of peace and security, as mandated by the Charter.”

    2002-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4512Resumption1 (2002) · source

25. “We in Pakistan will continue to abide by our obligations under the Charter of the United Nations and under the resolutions of the Security Council. President Musharraf has clearly stated our policy on this matter. In spite of the challenges that Pakistan faces, we are determined to do what is right and what is just. These are unusual times demanding exceptional responses. In effectively confronting the universal evil of terrorism, we cannot be oblivious to the need to address the source and the roots of the problem. It is time for courageous decisions, for correcting historical wrongs and for redressing endemic injustices. Our universal obligation to fight terrorism must not deflect us from the need for a just, lasting and honourable settlement of the Kashmir and Palestine issues.”

    2002-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4512Resumption1 (2002) · source

26. “And indeed, terrorism has many forms and manifestations, which should also be included within the ambit of Security Council resolutions and within the purview of the Counter-Terrorism Committee. Those who employ the State apparatus to trample upon the fundamental and inalienable rights of people are also perpetrators of terrorism. If, as according to some, terrorism is defined by the act and not by the description of the perpetrators, then alien occupiers and usurpers - especially those who employ ruthless measures against people under occupation - also fit that definition. Pakistan rejects and condemns terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. We have never condoned acts of terrorism, and we have been cooperating with the international community in combating this universal evil.”

    2002-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4512Resumption1 (2002) · source

27. “Why is humanity becoming devoid of humanity? No matter what actions we might take against terrorism, this faceless enemy, which lurks in the shadows of fear and frustration, breeds on hatred and disillusionment and is fed by ignorance, poverty and injustice, will not disappear unless we seriously address what lies behind it. Terrorism will continue to haunt us until we treat its roots, which lie in the inequality of societies, the exploitation of the downtrodden, the denial of fundamental rights and the sense of injustice. It would be simplistic merely to focus on the symptoms or their ugly manifestations. Terrorism, the anathema of this new century, has to be eliminated, root and branch, in all its forms and manifestations.”

    2002-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4512Resumption1 (2002) · source

28. “I think we all agree on these imperatives, and I should like to commend the diligent stewardship of Sir Jeremy Greenstock as he steers the work of the Committee. Terrorism is the curse of our time. It haunts all societies and all regions. It stalks us all. As we seek to grapple with this challenge, our approach should not be cosmetic or guided by emotion or anger. Surely the perpetrators of terrorism must be brought to justice. But our battle must not be confined to retaliation and retribution. We must unearth the source of the problem and diagnose the disease beneath the skin. Mere bandages will not heal wounds caused by the injustices of systems and societies. We must try to understand and grapple with the causes that force human beings to kill human beings. Why is humanity under assault, after all?”

    2002-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4512Resumption1 (2002) · source

29. “At the outset, I should like to congratulate you, Sir, on the substantive nature and frequency of the Council's meetings under your presidency this month. Once again, we return to this Chamber to discuss the subject of terrorism and the response of the world community to counter it. The steps taken by the Security Council to combat this serious threat to international peace and security, which include the adoption of various resolutions, including resolutions 1368 (2001), 1373 (2001), 1377 (2001) and 1390 (2002), as well as the establishment of the Counter- Terrorism Committee (CTC), are unprecedented in their approach and global in their scope. While these measures are indeed necessary and must be implemented, there is also a need to look beyond such immediate steps.”

    2002-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4512Resumption1 (2002) · source

30. “We believe that it will now be possible to pursue the goals at a much faster pace with the change in the political situation in the region.”

    2000-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4245 (2000) · source

31. “We believe that its report and recommendations will be invaluable in addressing the structural and procedural weaknesses, and that they will contribute to the improvement of the overall judicial process, including the independence ofjudges and prosecutors in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Finally, we take note the signs of progress in Bosnia and Herzegovina, although the pace of that progress has been painfully slow. However, we would also like to keep in mind that it is extremely difficult to overcome age-old inter-ethnic tensions and come together in a useful partnership for nation-building after a series of major crises. We give much credit to the Bosnian leadership and the international community for whatever progress has been achieved.”

    2000-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4245 (2000) · source

32. “We note with concern that refugees and internally displaced persons are returning only to find that their homesteads have been destroyed or rendered uninhabitable during their absence. To sustain the current pace and increase the rate of return, the reconstruction of destroyed villages must be undertaken. This requires increased funding and support from the international community. Fourthly, I wish to speak about the judiciary. The judicial system assessment programme (JSAP) of UNMIBH has produced a useful analysis and recommendations for improving the judiciary of Bosnia and Herzegovina, which was one of the Mission's major mandates.”

    2000-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4245 (2000) · source

33. “We have noted its usefulness and positive effects from the report of the Secretary-General. However, we are concerned that due to a lack of funding, the State Border Service cannot be extended beyond the current four points to the other eight points planned. As Bosnia and Herzegovina has become a major transit point of illegal migration, there is an urgent need to expand the State Border Service to assert control over trafficking in human beings and trade in illicit goods. Thirdly, I wish to refer to refugees and internally displaced persons. We are encouraged by the accelerated return of refugees - including minorities - to their pre-war homes and the solving of a large number of property return and repossession cases. We appreciate the role of UNMIBH in supporting the return process.”

    2000-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4245 (2000) · source

34. “The Special Representative of the Secretary-General suggested in the background information he gave that the end of 2002 should be the target date for the completion of UNMIBH's core mandates. In that context, we would like to make the following points. I would first like to speak about overall progress. Progress in Bosnia and Herzegovina is linked to the region's development. With the changes in the political leadership in Croatia and the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia there have been significant new developments in the region this year. We are encouraged by the positive developments, and we hope that much faster progress will be achievable. Secondly, I wish to mention State border services. The inauguration of the State Border Service at Sarajevo airport in June this year was a much awaited development.”

    2000-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4245 (2000) · source

35. “Let me begin by extending a hearty welcome to Senator Biden, who is here with us today. Allow me also to thank Special Representative Jacques Paul Klein for his comprehensive briefing on the current situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The information he provided has been very helpful. Against a backdrop of visible and encouraging signs of peace taking root in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Security Council acted last June to extend the mandate of the United Nations Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina (UNMIBH) until 1 June 2001. We note that the security situation has, to a large extent, stabilized; that the return of refugees and internally displaced persons is accelerating; and that elections have been conducted safely and successfully.”

    2000-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4245 (2000) · source

36. “Let me conclude by reiterating that, as a matter of principle, Bangladesh condemns all acts of terrorism, irrespective of motive, wherever and by whomever committed, as they Violate the norms of international law, respect for international humanitarian law and human rights and affect international peace and security. We shall continue to contribute to the efforts aimed at combating international terrorism in all its forms. 12”

    2000-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4242 (2000) · source

37. “A more substantive and regular review of the implementation of these and other provisions of the resolution could be undertaken on the basis of a report from the Secretariat. We have noted that the Secretariat intends to make specific mention of paragraph 5 of the Council's resolution in the future reports of the Secretary- General on the subject. For a regular follow-up by the Council in the areas under its responsibility, we wonder whether it would be a good idea to have the report of the Secretary-General issued as a document of both the General Assembly and the Security Council in View of the implications of terrorism for international peace and security recognized by the Council in the resolution.”

    2000-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4242 (2000) · source

38. “There is a need for an overarching instrument to provide a possible basis for global consensus for dealing with terrorism and underpinning effective international cooperation. We have also expressed support for holding an international conference and hope the Ad Hoc Committee will be able to agree on the agenda of the conference when it meets next February. We welcome the progress made over the year in strengthening international cooperation, as called for in paragraph 3 of resolution 1269 (1999). We appreciate the initiative taken by the Secretariat. Paragraph 4 requires a series of measures by all States, ranging from prevention and suppression of terrorist acts and prosecution or extradition to refusal of asylum to terrorists and exchange of information.”

    2000-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4242 (2000) · source

39. “The United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime was adopted on 15 November 2000. Bangladesh expects to sign that Convention at an early date, upon completion of the examination process by the Government. Two draft conventions have been under negotiation in the General Assembly's Ad Hoc Committee. The initiative taken by the Russian Federation in proposing the draft convention on the 11 S/PVAZAZ suppression of acts of nuclear terrorism has been highly appreciated. Mr. Corell's briefing has provided an update and a very pertinent analysis of the state of negotiations. We regret the impasse over the questions of activities of national armed forces, State terrorism and dumping of radioactive waste. Bangladesh has welcomed the initiative taken by India in preparing a draft comprehensive convention.”

    2000-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4242 (2000) · source

40. “Three things are required of all States: full implementation of international anti-terrorist conventions to which they are parties, adhering to remaining conventions and speedy adoption of the pending conventions. It is encouraging to note the increase in the number of States parties to the anti-terrorism conventions. The Government of Bangladesh is now engaged in examining the relevant international instruments with a View to early signature, ratification and accession, as the case may be. Simultaneously, we are undertaking an examination of the need for and forms of implementing domestic legislation. We recognize some progress in the adoption of pending instruments since adoption of the resolution. The General Assembly adopted the International Convention for the Suppression of the Financing of Terrorism on 9 December 1999.”

    2000-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4242 (2000) · source

41. “Information on progress in different areas, as required in paragraphs 2, 3 and 4 of that resolution is, as we expected, found in the latest report of the Secretary-General, contained in document A/55/179 of 26 July and its addendum of 9 October. The scope of our deliberations is therefore somewhat delineated by the debate in the Sixth Committee, which had the report of the Secretary- General before it. Our purpose here is also to express support for the work of other organs of the United Nations, Member States and regional and international organizations. In the context of the Council's responsibility in the matter, we shall briefly comment on the follow-up of some of the provisions of resolution 1269 (1999). Let us first take up paragraph 2.”

    2000-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4242 (2000) · source

42. “Mr. President, let me start by conveying our heartiest congratulations to you on your assumption of the Council presidency. I would also like to pay tribute to Ambassador van Walsum for his distinguished leadership of the Council in November. We appreciate the comprehensive briefing given by the Legal Counsel, Mr. Hans Corell, on the work done by the Security Council, the General Assembly and the Secretariat on international terrorism. The comprehensive briefing note provided by him in advance has been very useful. It is indeed a timely initiative to take up the question of follow-up to resolution 1269 (1999), on international terrorism in the context of Council responsibility, a year after its adoption.”

    2000-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4242 (2000) · source

43. “President, we find your initiative timely and extremely useful. We commend the efforts of your delegation in putting forward some ideas for building confidence between the two parties to be formalized in the Presidential Statement. We broadly agree with those ideas and are ready to work with other members in finalizing the text in the coming days.”

    2000-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4227 (2000) · source

44. “My delegation remains concerned over the humanitarian situation and the need for demining to be pursued in earnest. In this regard we welcome the progress made and the favourable disposition of the two parties. As regards demining, Bangladesh remains ready to contribute to this activity and my delegation is in contacts with the Department of Peacekeeping Operations on this. There is no denying the fact that the talks have not been easy, and difficulties remain. What we all agree, we think, is to maintain the calm in the area and sincere efforts to implement the agreement on cessation of hostilities. While the efforts of the mediators are ongoing, we believe the Council should continue to keep watching the situation and do what it can to help the two parties reach agreements on the outstanding issues. In this regard, Mr.”

    2000-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4227 (2000) · source

45. “With the appointment of the Force Commander and the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, the United Nations is now poised to play an important role in the resolution of the dispute. We congratulate both Ambassador Legwaila and Major- General Cammaert. We extend full support to the efforts of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and trust that, as indicated recently following his first contacts, he would continue to receive the full cooperation of the two Governments in discharging his responsibilities. We recall with gratitude the tenacious efforts of President Bouteflika and the OAU in facilitating the cessation of hostilities. We now look forward to a successful outcome of the proximity talks in achieving a comprehensive peace.”

    2000-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4227 (2000) · source

46. “Mr. President, it is a pleasure once again to see you preside over yet another important meeting of the Council. We deeply appreciate your efforts in coming to the Council and briefing us on your recent visit to Ethiopia and Eritrea. My delegation would also like to express its appreciation to the Secretary-General for personally briefing the Council on the present situation in Ethiopia and Eritrea. The objective of a comprehensive and peace settlement remains to be achieved. We are, however, encouraged at the progress made so far in terms of deployment of United Nations military observers, as well as the peacekeepers, in a designated area. We appreciate the cooperation extended in this by the two sides.”

    2000-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4227 (2000) · source

47. “Given the complex nature of humanitarian situations, effective and coherent partnerships between UNHCR and the relevant United Nations agencies, intergovernmental organizations and civil society - including non-governmental organizations - are relevant to an integrated approach to achieving lasting solutions. UNHCR, an agency that is largely dependent of voluntary contributions, needs to be strengthened with consistent and adequate financial flows so it can meet the demands placed on it. Finally, we would like to stress the need for putting in place necessary safeguards to strengthen the security and safety of humanitarian workers. The recent incidents in Guinea and East Timor do not augur well for our efforts to strengthen measures to accord such protection. The Council is urged to address its thoughts further on the matter.”

    2000-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4219 (2000) · source

48. “It is critical, therefore, that burden-sharing not be limited solely to the provision of direct assistance to refugees. It must also include assistance for host countries in dealing with the negative impacts of refugee inflows on the infrastructure, ecology and overall economy. We would like to emphasize particularly that protracted refugee situations should not be relegated to the back burner. Such situations should continue to receive the attention of the international community, and UNHCR should remain fully engaged in dealing with those situations as well.”

    2000-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4219 (2000) · source

49. “These groups constitute the overwhelming majority of those who are innocent victims of conflicts. Bangladesh has always underscored the need for a balanced and shared response in dealing with global refugee situations. It is also important that equal attention be paid to all refugee situations and that the international response not be guided solely by the media spotlight. My delegation strongly believes in reaching an international consensus on the need for burden-sharing with countries hosting refugee populations. It is a fact that developing countries continue to bear a lopsided share of global refugee caseloads. Often the countries hosting refugees are among the poorest. Many of them are in the process of post-conflict rebuilding.”

    2000-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4219 (2000) · source

50. “Let me begin by extending the warmest welcome to Mrs. Sadako Ogata, who is in our midst, and paying a special tribute to her for her outstanding contribution to the cause of the protection of refugees worldwide. Over the past decade Mrs. Ogata has led the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) with exemplary commitment and determination. The global community is indeed indebted to you, Mrs. Ogata. Bangladesh believes that the root causes of conflict need to be addressed in order to arrive at a permanent solution to the refugee problems that result from conflicts and that also contribute to the continuation and aggravation of conflict situations. We underline the need for taking into full account the special needs of refugee women, children, the elderly and the disabled.”

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