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1. “This will give the people of Kosovo the optimism to look forward to the future, rather than being haunted by their past miseries and plunging into desperate action and adventures. In conclusion, I would like to say that the restoration of peace in the region, which has been a hotspot of conflict and inter-ethnic violence for a long time, is a task of immense complexity. Nonetheless, the notable progress already made shows that this is not impossible. What we need to do in the Council is to reiterate our strong support for the process of reconstruction and reconciliation already under way in Kosovo.”

   2000-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4171 (2000) · source

2. “We should believe that defining the powers and responsibilities of the municipalities is a prelude to establishing institutions for democratic and autonomous self-government at the municipal level and is an appropriate step towards the gradual transfer of administrative responsibilities from UNMIK to local authorities. My fourth point refers to economic activity. The pace of economic activity in Kosovo has been slowly picking up. It is, however, still insufficient for the creation of requisite job opportunities for the people. The economy needs a significant boost, to which the international community and organizations can and should play an important role by providing an infusion of appropriate help and assistance.”

   2000-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4171 (2000) · source

3. “The sooner the problem of missing persons is resolved, the better it will be for the outlook for peace. In this context, we support the appointment of a special envoy of the Secretary-General for missing persons and detainees in Kosovo. My third point refers to elections. We are encouraged by the steady progress towards the holding of municipal elections. The recent draft regulation on the structure and function of municipal administrations throughout Kosovo, which was endorsed by Kosovo's Interim Administrative Council, is indeed a welcome development.”

   2000-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4171 (2000) · source

4. “However, in addition to the ongoing efforts, the prerequisites include a full complement of police personnel, judges and civilian administration personnel, among others. Unless we can ensure the smooth operation of the civil administration with the requisite strength, the restoration of the desired level of security will doubtless be delayed. My second point refers to missing persons and detainees. We have referred to this persistent problem quite a number of times in the Council. The persons who remain missing and captive are obviously the source of constant agonies and anxiety to their families. The continuation of such an unfortunate situation breeds mistrust and is therefore counterproductive to attempts at building interethnic harmony.”

   2000-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4171 (2000) · source

5. “You, Madam, have the appreciation of my delegation for holding this open meeting of the Council on the situation in Kosovo. May I also begin by thanking Mr. Hedi Annabi for updating us on the issue. While many positive developments have been taking place in Kosovo under the United Nations administration, we feel that there should be a speedier return to normalcy of the situation in Kosovo. In this connection, we would like to make the following points. First, as to staffing requirements, we are concerned that the United Nations Interim Administration in Kosovo (UNMIK) has not been able to attain the desired level of staffing for civil administration and civilian police, as requested by the Secretary-General. There is no doubt that the situation needs further improvement.”

   2000-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4171 (2000) · source

6. “We also underline here the absolute need to ensure a safe operating environment for the aid workers, who have put their lives at risk to save those of others. Djibouti has mounted a monumental effort from its position as a small and developing country. The stakes are high, and we would not like to see this fail. We therefore call for a clear indication of support to go out from the Council. To that end, we fully endorse the presidential statement that we will adopt later today.”

   2000-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4166 (2000) · source

7. “One factor out of many which has all along contributed to the worsening of the situation in Somalia is the wanton smuggling of arms. The outbreak of conflict elsewhere in the Horn has had a catalytic effect on the influx of illegal arms. In this regard, we call upon all States to cooperate with the relevant sanctions committee of the Council in making the arms embargo more effective. Before concluding, let me touch upon the other problem that has long afflicted Somalia - that is, the combined effect of drought, disease and environmental degradation, which is perpetuating an endemic humanitarian crisis. The international community should do everything possible to ameliorate the situation while the peace process moves forward, creating conditions favourable to that end.”

   2000-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4166 (2000) · source

8. “It is disturbing to see attempts at blocking the peace process by those whose criminal behaviour and utter disrespect for human rights is the prime reason for the current state of affairs in this country. We strongly condemn the continuing attacks on the civilian population by the warlords and their armed groups. Fearful of losing their grip on illegal power as signs of confidence gradually return to the Somali people, many of the warlords have voiced opposition to the peace process. There are reports that the movements of those who would be willing to participate in the Peace Conference have been hindered. We should condemn such behaviour in one voice and call upon those responsible to stop such attempts to scuttle the peace process.”

   2000-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4166 (2000) · source

9. “The reason for taking this course is clear, as this should be a matter for the people of Somalia to decide. We consider this approach to be sensible and constructive. Apart from being inclusive, the process is also designed to glean ideas and inputs from the Somali diaspora. We support these principles. The Somalia National Peace Conference began on 2 May with a well-detailed plan. We are pleased to note that the initial objective of reconciliation among the clans through their elders was largely achieved through informal, albeit long, consultations. Work on the core issue has begun with the formation of three committees to deal with issues such as the return of illegally occupied land and property, the election of members of Parliament, the status of "Somaliland" and the status of Mogadishu as the national capital.”

   2000-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4166 (2000) · source

10. “Seen in this context, the bold and untiring efforts of Djibouti, led by President Guelleh, deserve our all-round support and admiration. We fully endorse his initiative and those of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development in seeking a political solution to the crisis in Somalia. President Guelleh's approach is significant in many ways. Marking a new beginning, it has placed the Somali people and civil society at the centre of the peace process, as represented by various groups. As against the previous attempts at power-sharing between the warlords, which proved unsuccessful and yielded to anarchy, the Djibouti initiative seeks to build on what has been achieved. Yet, it does well not to accord a special status to certain entities in respect of participation in the process.”

    2000-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4166 (2000) · source

11. “Let me begin by thanking you, Sir, for scheduling this open debate on the situation in Somalia. My delegation considers it timely, particularly in view of the ongoing Somalia National Peace Conference. Let me also thank the Under-Secretary-General, Sir Kieran Prendergast, and the Permanent Representative of Djibouti for updating us on the latest developments in the Djibouti peace process. The prolonged suffering of the Somali people - subjected to terror and intimidation - and the unbridled collapse into statelessness must stop. Today, more than 300,000 deaths, a near total destruction of the social and economic infrastructure, a vast majority of unschooled children and a raging famine-like situation are the essential features of Somalia.”

    2000-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4166 (2000) · source

12. “We strongly urge the East Timorese leadership and UNTAET officials to investigate thoroughly every such incident and take the necessary measures to prevent their recurrence. We welcome the efforts to develop the national reconciliation commission, which we believe is an important step. The international community in turn has to support all of these ongoing efforts in East Timor. We are very encouraged by the result of the two-day donor meeting held in Lisbon, which is a manifestation of the trust and confidence of the international community in the work done so far in East Timor. We believe this confidence was critically important for UNTAET and the East Timorese population. We would urge that in the coming months the policy of imparting to the East Timorese people a sense of ownership of development efforts be given more visibility.”

    2000-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4165 (2000) · source

13. “The ongoing cooperation with respect to judicial issues, investigation of human rights violations, cultural artifacts, archives, pension assets and border issues augurs well for the future of cooperation and cohabitation between the territory and its next-door neighbour. This brings us to an issue which I believe is of profound concern to everyone. It pertains to the protection and security of the ethnic minority in East Timor. Notwithstanding the efforts that the East Timor leadership and UNTAET have made, we have seen disturbing evidence of a clear rise in intolerance for the ethnic minorities. There are reports also of religious intolerance, which manifested in some recent incidents. These are disquieting signs that must be taken very seriously.”

    2000-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4165 (2000) · source

14. “We commend the organizers of the first National Women's Congress, held recently in Dili, and hope that the overarching theme of equitable development and national reconstruction will provide the opportunity for future discourse on women's role in education, health, development and reconciliation. We hope the outcome will be regularly and systematically followed up at appropriate stages. We are heartened by the increasing cooperation between UNTAET and the Indonesian authorities in various areas of activity in times of peace as well as in times of distress. The floods that devastated West Timor last month were one such occasion. UNTAET played a timely and brave role, which we deeply appreciate.”

    2000-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4165 (2000) · source

15. “We commend the contribution of the Quick Impact Projects and the transitional employment projects to the improvement of the unemployment and poverty situation. But all of these are short- to medium-term issues. For a long-term perspective, issues of investment and trade need to be addressed. Small enterprise and private business are keys to substantial progress in this area. We urge the investment promotion unit of UNTAET to take a more innovative approach to addressing the situation. We have all along emphasized the need to focus on the role of women in peace and development in East Timor.”

    2000-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4165 (2000) · source

16. “The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees was to have conducted a registration, which would have given a clear idea of the number of refugees. We are also concerned at the reports of intimidation of the refugees, with the ulterior objective of dissuading them from returning. On the other hand, there is also the issue of the emotions that are prevalent among the population of East Timor regarding the returnees. All these issues adversely affect the repatriation process. We therefore remain concerned at the sluggish repatriation of refugees and urge all concerned to redouble their efforts to achieve a speedy solution. We note with appreciation the encouraging results of the various income generation projects.”

    2000-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4165 (2000) · source

17. “Some of the issues were born out of the violence and destruction that marked the initial phase after the landmark referendum last year. We refer here to the issues of security, the repatriation of refugees, the financial situation, poverty and unemployment, health and education, investigation of human rights violations, reconstruction of infrastructure and restoration of civil and judicial administration. This list, however, is not exhaustive. On earlier occasions we raised some of these issues and took note of the progress thus far made. Today we heard Mr. Vieira de Mello update us on some of these aspects. We would nevertheless like to make a few points. Since early May we have noticed a drag on the process of repatriation. There appears to be some difficulty in determining the number of refugees in the camps in West Timor.”

    2000-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4165 (2000) · source

18. “Let me begin by thanking you, Mr. President, for scheduling this open debate on East Timor. We are grateful to the Special Representative, Sergio Vieira de Mello, whom we heartily welcome in our midst, for the comprehensive and informative briefing on the latest developments in East Timor. After his last appearance here, in early February, it was indeed time we heard from Mr. Vieira de Mello. We greatly appreciate the commendable efforts that the Special Representative and his team in the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) are making in East Timor. It is no mean achievement that initial obstacles delaying the rehabilitation work have been overcome. The situation in East Timor presents us with a range of issues that are germane to a nation in the making.”

    2000-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4165 (2000) · source

19. “In closing, we would like to record our high appreciation for the valuable work of Mr. Bernard Kouchner and his team in Kosovo, and for the teamwork and collaboration of the international civil and security presences in Kosovo. Bringing back peace in a region which has long been troubled, and where the memory of the violent past is still vivid, is a task of immense complexity. But the notable progress already achieved shows that it is not impossible. We all need to extend our strong support to the process of reconstruction and reconciliation already under way in Kosovo.”

    2000-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4153 (2000) · source

20. “Spurring the economy is not only necessary for reconstruction and development for a war-torn community; it is also needed to give people hope for looking to the future rather than indulging in past misery and springing into desperate action and undertaking adventures. In its interaction with the ethnic communities, the recent Council mission to Kosovo could sense a desire on the part of the people to live in peace together. The decision of the Serb National Council to work with UNMIK and KFOR was a welcome development. Our attention has been drawn to the recent letter of Bishop Artemije to the President of Security Council and his insistence on a better security situation in Kosovo. We hope that the international community will redouble its efforts in ensuring the protection of everyone in Kosovo.”

    2000-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4153 (2000) · source

21. “My delegation has strongly supported the appointment of a special envoy for mission persons and detainees. We believe that the magnitude and importance of the problem merit this appointment. We do not believe that the appointment of a special envoy would politicize a humanitarian issue. Rather, it would be a major step towards the settlement of a long- standing issue for which no effective measures or remedy have yet been found. For normalcy to return to Kosovo, there should be a significant boost in economic activity. Although the pace is gradually picking up, it is still insufficient to create opportunities for enough jobs for people to pursue with confidence.”

    2000-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4153 (2000) · source

22. “All of us agree that the security situation needs further improvement, but this cannot take place unless the machinery has been put in place in its approved strength. A number of other important issues, such as the return of refugees and internally displaced persons, also hinge to a large extent on the feeling of a secure environment for all. An issue of great concern for us is that of missing persons and detainees. We have seen the agony and torment of the families of these people. Day after day, they wait in great anxiety and tension for information on the fate of their near and dear ones. The continuing tension breeds mistrust. The security situation in Kosovo cannot be expected to improve unless decisive and definite steps are urgently taken to address this problem.”

    2000-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4153 (2000) · source

23. “This was reflected in the report of the Council mission, which was presented upon its return from Kosovo. The report also contained a number of concrete measures in terms of the implementation of resolution 1244 (1999). We are all aware how complex the situation in Kosovo is. We know about the determination and promptness with which the United Nations Interim Administration in Kosovo (UNMIK) acted when the occasion demanded. We commend UNMIK, under the leadership of Mr. Kouchner, for carrying out its formidable job admirably. We are aware of the constraint of resources at his disposal vis-a-vis the challenges that he has been facing. We are concerned that UNMIK has not yet been able to have filled its desired staffing requirements for civil administration and civilian police, as requested by the Secretary-General.”

    2000-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4153 (2000) · source

24. “Let me first of all extend our heartiest welcome and warmest greetings to Mr. Bernard Kouchner. It is good to see him with us again. Let me also begin by conveying the deep regret of Ambassador Anwarul Karim Chowdhury, who headed the Security Council mission to Kosovo last April, for his inability to be present here today, as he is away from New York. He was looking forward to meeting Mr. Kouchner personally. Since he is unable to do so, Ambassador Chowdhury has asked that I convey through you, Mr. President, his thanks and appreciation to Mr. Kouchner for all the support that he so wholeheartedly extended to the Security Council mission during its visit to Kosovo. The compactness of the programme, coupled with the richness of inputs, yielded very good results in terms of the objectives of the Council mission.”

    2000-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4153 (2000) · source

25. “The judicial cooperation between UNTAET and the Indonesian authorities will greatly facilitate the investigation of human rights violations and also instil a new realism in the minds of the people about cooperation and mutuality of interests between Indonesia and East Timor, for the present and the future as well.”

    2000-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4133 (2000) · source

26. “We commend the clean-up projects funded by the World Bank, the United Nations Development Programme and the United States Agency for International Development which will provide employment in the short term and have a positive impact on health and the environment. Finally, looking ahead on the issue of national unity and reconciliation, it is important that the East Timorese population on both sides of the mental divide see themselves as partners in progress. A process of national reconciliation imbued with a sense of pragmatism, fairness and justice would perhaps help them put the past behind them. It is commendable that the CNRT has striven to keep this aspect in mind.”

    2000-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4133 (2000) · source

27. “We are happy to note that UNTAET has started the recruitment of prison personnel, which will go a long way in establishing a criminal justice system in the territory. With regard to the poverty and unemployment situation, it is perhaps by far the most difficult problem that UNTAET has faced. This issue has also very recently generated heightened concern in the media, with the potential of undoing all that has been achieved by UNTAET. We urge everyone concerned to do their best in helping the UNTAET administration address the issue of poverty and unemployment. The centralized job bank is an innovation that we trust will be able to make a dent in the situation.”

    2000-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4133 (2000) · source

28. “We welcome the decision to appoint as many women as possible to these councils and, as on earlier occasions, we strongly support this decision. As regards civil and judicial administration, the organization of the Public Service Commission and the induction of East Timorese members, as well as the continued training and appointment of judges, mark the beginning of the transformation of UNTAET into the East Timorese civil administration. We are of the opinion that for the local population nothing would count more towards achieving self-confidence and esteem than the ownership of the nation-building efforts. We look forward to the early activation of the judiciary in East Timor.”

    2000-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4133 (2000) · source

29. “On the security situation, we welcome the agreement signed between the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) and the Government of Indonesia on improved coordination in the border areas between East and West Timor. We believe this agreement will stabilize the situation in those areas and will have a salutary effect on cross-border incursions and on the return of refugees. The joint inspection tour of the border areas by the Indonesian army and the United Nations peacekeeping command is a positive development. It is also heartening to note that the general law and order situation has improved. The establishment of district advisory councils should provide UNTAET with the opportunity to involve the local population in various matters of governance, including law and order.”

    2000-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4133 (2000) · source

30. “Secondly, on the question of the return of refugees, we commend the Government of Indonesia for extending the deadline for the return of refugees by three months. We also express appreciation for its decision to continue humanitarian assistance to the refugees. One significant event is the return of ex-combatants. Their return and subsequent settling down in East Timor will be a process indicative of how the issue of national reconciliation would unfold. We believe that these returnees should be provided safety and security, and the role of the National Council of Timorese Resistance (CNRT) in ensuring this will be critical. That in turn will, on the one hand, convince others to return, and on the other, will augur well for the establishment of the rule of law.”

    2000-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4133 (2000) · source

31. “Let me begin by expressing our warm thanks to Mr. Hedi Annabi for his comprehensive briefing on the situation in East Timor, and here I would also request Mr. Annabi to convey my delegation's sincerest appreciation and admiration to Mr. Sergio de Mello and his team for the excellent work he has done in East Timor. Since our last briefing on the situation in East Timor, there has been some significant development relating to several issues on the island. First, with regard to the deployment of civilian police monitors, we have noted with satisfaction that the rate of deployment has picked up. It is understood that over 1,100 civilian police officers have so far been deployed out of an authorized total of 1,640.”

    2000-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4133 (2000) · source

32. “We welcome the Secretary-General' s observations in his latest report on the situation in Angola and agree that the efforts of the Government of Angola in providing basic social and economic services to the people should be supported. In closing, we hope that the draft resolution that we adopt today will go a long way towards ensuring that the sanctions are respected and that their purpose is served: achieving the greater goal of peace and stability in Angola.”

    2000-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4129Resumption1 (2000) · source

33. “The same holds for the other areas covered in the draft resolution. We would urge all parties concerned to extend cooperation for the development of more effective mechanisms to ensure observance of the measures imposed. We are encouraged by the positive response to the recommendations by the Southern African Development Community (SADC) countries. We support their resolve to shoulder their responsibility. It remains for the international community to support and assist them in their endeavour to take all steps in containing the situation in Angola in accordance with all existing Council resolutions in this regard. Before concluding, I would like to touch upon the humanitarian situation in Angola, essentially a product of the protracted war which has exacerbated the already precarious humanitarian situation.”

    2000-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4129Resumption1 (2000) · source

34. “The draft resolution covers most of the recommendations relating to arms, diamonds, financial assets, travel restrictions, et cetera. The recommendations are far-reaching and bold, we know. We have worked out a draft resolution which goes far enough, within the bounds of practicability. It is our view that since we now know the reasons, modalities and mechanism behind the large-scale flouting of the measures imposed against UNITA, we should be able to act to stop it. Political will to do so can overcome many of the impediments that might stand in the way. The role of diamonds in this continuing war is clearly known to us today. All concerned, including the industry and the Government of Angola, should do their part in putting in place appropriate mechanisms to observe the sanctions measures.”

    2000-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4129Resumption1 (2000) · source

35. “The country, with a great potential to develop, is currently rated the most horrific place on earth for a child. UNITA bears the primary responsibility for this. There is no military solution for the problem, and a political dialogue must be started between the concerned parties. The sanctions are aimed at making it difficult for UNITA to pursue its military campaign. However, all-round cooperation is needed to make that happen. We welcome the decisions of some of the countries cited in the Panel report to set up commissions of inquiry and other mechanisms to investigate the allegations. Others should follow that example. The results of these inquiries are valuable tools for the sanctions Committee's future work. We hope the Committee will be able to use the information in its dialogue with the States concerned.”

    2000-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4129Resumption1 (2000) · source

36. “There are other issues raised in the recommendations that need further study and call for the collection of information, and perhaps those issues which may not have been pursued adequately by the Panel for want of time or other reasons should also be looked into. We therefore agree that we need a mechanism to meet this requirement, a mechanism which would be geared to this purpose. We feel that the mechanism would do well to look at the working methods of the Panel and improve them. This would not only result in a better product, it would spare it some criticism. We would look forward to its reports, which should provide valuable information to the work of the Council in this regard. The Angola situation as it stands today is the result of complicity, corruption and greed.”

    2000-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4129Resumption1 (2000) · source

37. “We commended the work done by the Panel, as we found it useful, not only in the context of the Angola sanctions, but also for the implications the recommendations would have on the current thinking of the Council in terms of general issues relating to sanctions. There is no doubt that the sanctions have not been working, and the Panel, in its report, has pointed out why. It is for the Council to decide how best it could deal with the recommendations of the report in order to make the sanctions more effective. The approach that the Council took was to implement most of the recommendations. The draft resolution that we shall adopt later today will be doing just that.”

    2000-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4129Resumption1 (2000) · source

38. “Let me begin by saying how pleased the Bangladesh delegation is at seeing you, Mr. Minister, once again chairing a meeting of the Security Council. We also welcome in our midst the Minister for External Relations of Angola. Let me also begin by commending the delegation of Canada, and particularly Ambassador Fowler, for convening this meeting on Angola sanctions. It is right for the Council to focus on the situation in Angola in general and the sanctions imposed against UNITA in particular, and the initiatives of Ambassador Fowler and his colleagues have the full support of our delegation. We recall our discussion a little over a month ago on the report of the Panel of Experts on the sanctions imposed against Angola.”

    2000-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4129Resumption1 (2000) · source

39. “In conclusion, let me say that important work has been done in many of the areas identified in the draft note. The working group would have to work out the details and come up with useful and comprehensive recommendations. It is encouraging to know that the working group would be tapping the expertise and knowledge that exist both within and outside the United Nations system. We look forward to contributing to the work of the group.”

    2000-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4128 (2000) · source

40. “The answer would not be clear-cut either for one or the other. We have to keep all sources in mind and look for inclusive solutions. If resources cannot be mobilized, the implementation of sanctions regimes will always remain imperfect. The fourth category is how to involve United Nations Members and other actors more effectively. There is a need to provide United Nations Members with technical knowledge for updating or enacting national legislation and enhancing institutional mechanisms for monitoring and enforcement, in particular to prevent illicit arms traffic, impose travel bans and identify violations of financial sanctions. Cooperation among the United Nations, regional organizations and non-governmental organizations would doubtless be useful.”

    2000-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4128 (2000) · source

41. “The question of humanitarian exemptions has to be looked into in a much more detailed manner than it has been so far. The second category is how to strengthen institutional capacity to understand better what works and what does not, as well as to design, implement and monitor the sanctions regime effectively. It goes without saying that the capacity of the Secretariat needs to be strengthened, and here better coordination is useful. Assessments of the impact and effectiveness of sanctions on a regular basis is a must. The sanctions committees need to be energized more with the means to effectively monitor implementation and address alleged violations. The third category is how to ensure adequate resources. The whole question of assessed or voluntary contributions should be addressed.”

    2000-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4128 (2000) · source

42. “We also deeply appreciate the personal interest which you, Mr. President, have shown in the matter. Bangladesh supports the list of issues that should be taken up by the working group as contained in the draft terms of reference. For us, these issues of concern fall into four general categories. The first is how to design a sanctions regime that would be effective but at the same time would have minimal or no unintended effects. Our understanding is that comprehensive sanctions tend to have more unintended effects, and targeting is essential. The working group has to look into the details of how this general understanding can be translated into individual cases. We have to find more ways to ensure and encourage targeted States and non-State actors to comply.”

    2000-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4128 (2000) · source

43. “Sanctions should remain the last option for ensuring compliance with Security Council decisions for maintenance of international peace and security. It is undeniable that a general feeling of unhappiness prevails about the way sanctions are being applied now. The Council's credibility is questioned if we do not do sanctions right. If they have little effect, or worse, if they continue to have the wrong and unintended effects on the innocent, that makes a strong case for the refinement of sanctions. It is in this context that we welcome the initiative of constituting a working group for developing recommendations on how to improve the effectiveness of United Nations sanctions. We thank the delegation of Canada for its contribution in successfully leading the negotiations for finalizing the terms of reference for the group.”

    2000-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4128 (2000) · source

44. “The best demonstration of our remorse, the best assurance of our realization of mistakes or failures would be to be able to act correctly in the future. That will be our best apology, that will be our best homage to the hundreds of thousands of fellow human beings massacred in Rwanda.”

    2000-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4127 (2000) · source

45. “Some 800,000 Rwandans were killed by their fellow countrymen, and the massacre was along the ethnic divide. The evident conclusion is that what happened in Rwanda in 1994 should not have happened. It should not have happened in our century, particularly after the creation of the United Nations. The second conclusion drawn is that the genocide could have been prevented. The third conclusion is that it could not be prevented because the international system failed to do so and this failure was of colossal proportions, seen in terms of the loss of hundreds of thousands of lives in Rwanda. The international community failed to prevent genocide in Rwanda, but it should not fail to do its part as regards the socio-economic development of Rwanda.”

    2000-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4127 (2000) · source

46. “The Rwanda experience should be kept in mind in our decision- making process so that we do not commit such terrible mistakes in the future. Mr. Carlsson's report makes an elaborate analysis of the events. It does not hesitate to assign responsibility. We all share it; we all have to learn lessons. Our sympathy and our realization of collective failure should be expressed in the sincerest and clearest terms. Last December the Secretary-General acknowledged the failure in Rwanda and expressed his deep remorse on behalf of the United Nations. The United Nations was established to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war. The explicit reference was to the two world wars. Civil wars were possibly considered a matter of the past and were hence not even envisaged. Yet, the unthinkable happened.”

    2000-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4127 (2000) · source

47. “Mr. President, we join other members of the Council in expressing our sincere appreciation and gratitude to Prime Minister Ingvar Carlsson, whom we welcome in our midst, and his colleagues on the Rwandese Inquiry commission for presenting us with an extremely valuable report. The report is a historic document establishing accountability for the action of the world body and its different organs, of individual Member States, of the international community in general and of the Rwandans involved in the genocide, and it does so in an objective manner in full transparency. We commend the Canadian presidency, and your leadership, for the initiative in having us face the realities and responsibilities in a formal meeting of the Security Council. We do agree that emphasis should be put on the lessons to be learned from the Rwanda tragedy.”

    2000-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4127 (2000) · source

48. “We hope that relevant agencies, such as the World Food Programme and others, will intensify their efforts to address this vital need and we call upon all concerned in Afghanistan to provide unimpeded access to these agencies. Similar access should also be ensured to the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and the World Health Organization (WHO) when these agencies launch a national immunization drive for children against polio in Afghanistan in early May and early June. Bangladesh supports the draft presidential statement on Afghanistan which will be adopted by the Council later today.”

    2000-04-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4124 (2000) · source

49. “We hope the repatriation process that started towards the end of last month will continue, with the refugees returning voluntarily, in safety and with dignity. We will also hope that the returning refugees will receive the necessary international assistance. The United Nations has and should continue to play a central role in the international efforts to achieve a lasting settlement of the Afghan crisis. We hope that this important role will be further strengthened and complemented by the other ongoing initiatives on the Afghan question. The United Nations agencies are doing a commendable job in reaching the affected Afghan people. The Secretary-General has reported the severe food security situation in Kabul, the central highlands, Badakhshan, Ghowr and Kandahar.”

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50. “Civilians are targeted deliberately, their assets destroyed, their homes subjected to widespread burning and looting. Women and children have become particularly vulnerable in such worsening socio-economic conditions. There has been little progress in the education sector in general and for girls in particular. The health conditions for many Afghans remain extremely precarious, with reports of significant increases in acute respiratory infectious diseases causing at least 25 per cent of child mortality in the war-ravaged country. There are disturbing reports of a wide range of human rights violations, such as summary executions, arbitrary detention and forced labour for detainees. The magnitude of the humanitarian problem is overwhelming when we consider the more than 2.5 million displaced Afghans who still remain in Pakistan and Iran.”

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