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Al-Bader

lines on the record: 211
first: 2002-04-18
most recent: 2007-06-29
sittings or episodes: 37
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“We hope that we can use the considerable experience acquired by UNMOVIC over the years to strengthen international peace and security.”
2007-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5710 (2007) · source
“We are pleased that that page of this difficult file has been turned and that the reasons for the opening of that file have now disappeared. The Commission devoted much energy and resources to its work in this area. It is now clear that Iraq has no weapons of mass destruction; we hope that the entire Middle East, including Israel, will be a region free of nuclear weapons. We are therefore in favour of the Security Council adopting a draft resolution terminating the mandate of UNMOVIC and requesting that remaining unencumbered funds in the UNMOVIC account be transferred to the Government of Iraq in order to meet the aspirations of the Iraqi people. We thank all those who have worked with UNMOVIC and the IAEA and all other international staff who successfully carried out the duties assigned to them by the Security Council.”
2007-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5710 (2007) · source
“Mr. Al-Bader (Qatar) (spoke in Arabic): I wish at the outset to thank Mr. Demetrius Perricos, Acting Executive Chairman of the United Nations Monitoring, Verification and Inspection Commission (UNMOVIC), for his very illuminating briefing to the Council this morning. We congratulate him on the manner in which he has discharged his functions. Our thanks go also to Mr. Gustavo Zlauvinen, representative of the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to the United Nations, for his briefing. The situation in Iraq has changed markedly since the adoption of resolution 1284 (1999), on the establishment of UNMOVIC. It is no longer necessary for UNMOVIC to remain in that country in order to verify the Iraqi Government's fulfilment of its obligation to destroy weapons of mass destruction and their delivery systems.”
2007-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5710 (2007) · source
“A country's natural resources should not be a source of affliction for it. It is crucial that we avoid repeating the history of the painful colonial era. Rather than approach the issue of natural resources as a source of conflict, we must include it in the development agenda of the United Nations. Thus, it would be more useful for States to discuss the issue of natural resources in the General Assembly and the Economic and Social Council, in the context of the development agenda, rather than here in the Security Council. Such an approach would enable the developing countries to manage their natural resources without foreign trusteeships or interference, in a way that serves their national interests, and within the framework of a just international economic order.”
2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source
“Commodity- based economies are currently booming in Africa, due to increasing demand from countries that have fast- growing regions, including India and China. In that respect, developed countries can play an extremely constructive role by integrating developing countries into world trade, facilitating access for their exports to the world markets and providing preferential treatment for them, facilitating the transfer of technology, and increasing official development assistance and debt relief. They can also support the South-South cooperation strategy as part of the Tripartite Technical Cooperation for development. In this way, they would assist many resource-endowed countries, especially in Africa, by boosting the growth engines in those countries, so that they can progress quickly towards achieving the Millennium Development Goals.”
2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source
“When reviewing the reports of the Secretary- General on the causes of conflict in Africa, we find that he attributes the causes of conflict to the different stages of economic development and different policies and patterns of internal and international interaction and regional variables. The reports also touch on the cumulative outcomes of the colonial era. While those reports also refer to natural resources, they do not focus on them as a root cause of conflict. In the light of that historical background, it would have been more useful for us to address the relationship between natural resources and development. A case in point is Africa, which is a major producer of basic commodities.”
2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source
“It is worth drawing attention to the following: article 1, paragraphs 1 and 2, of the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (1966), and of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (1966); the United Nations Charter; and the international rules governing the issue of natural resources in situations of military occupation, which require the occupying Power not to exploit natural resources in occupied territories and not to cause any damage thereto. Bearing all this in mind, we would like to stress that the root causes of most conflict situations today are due, not to natural resources, but rather to various international and domestic political reasons.”
2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source
“It indicated, among other things, that "The right of peoples and nations to permanent sovereignty over their natural wealth and resources must be exercised in the interest of their national development and of the well-being of the people of the State concerned". Fourthly, and in the same vein, General Assembly resolution 3281 (XXIX) of 12 December 1974, entitled "Charter of Economic Rights and Duties of States", primarily defines in its chapter I the principles governing economic, as well as political, relations among States. Article 2(1) of chapter II entitled "Economic Rights and Duties of States" also says that "Every State has and shall freely exercise full permanent sovereignty, including possession, use and disposal, over all its wealth, natural resources and economic activities".”
2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source
“Secondly, the principles of national political and economic independence depend on a State being able to exercise its full and undiminished right to self- determination and full sovereignty over its natural resources in the interest of the development and well- being of its people. International law has ensured the absolute right of every State to dispose of its natural wealth and resources, in accordance with its national interests. Accordingly, endowing the Security Council with authority over those resources contravenes international law and diminishes the sovereignty of States over their natural resources by subjecting it to a global strategy. Thirdly, on 14 December 1962, the General Assembly adopted resolution 1803 (XVII). This resolution was entitled "Permanent sovereignty over natural resources".”
2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source
“Back then, the main incentive for embarking on adventures beyond national borders was the race to control and exploit the natural resources of developing countries. At the outset, I would like to state the following facts. First, the topic of natural resources does not fall within the Security Council's competence and mandate, as set forth and defined by the United Nations Charter. Rather, this topic lies at the heart of the competence and mandates of the Economic and Social Council and the General Assembly. Dealing with this topic in the Security Council infringes on the prerogatives of both bodies and undermines the democratic principles of the United Nations. We do not approve of extending the authority of the Security Council to cover State resources by linking natural resources to issues of international peace and security.”
2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source
“Mr. Al-Bader (Qatar) (spoke in Arabic): Mr. President, I am pleased to see you among us here today presiding over the Council, and I would like to congratulate you on behalf of the delegation of Qatar for the outstanding performance of your delegation, which is presiding over the Council this month. I wish you every success in carrying out that task in the best possible way. Today's meeting comes at a time when a number of countries endowed with natural resources are in the grip of conflicts and are host to United Nations peacekeeping operations. Sadly, this phenomenon is not new. It is merely a contemporary version of an old story that dates back to the second half of the last century.”
2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source
“In this regard, we would like to underline that it is important that the Secretary-General, in his next report on the protection of civilians in armed conflict, to be submitted in October 2007, take into account conditions for persons with disabilities in conflict areas with a view to strengthening and improving ways of meeting their needs. Finally, we would like to reaffirm our full commitment to promoting and strengthening the protection of civilians in conflict areas, in accordance with the relevant Security Council resolutions.”
2007-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5703 (2007) · source
“In that regard, we recall General Assembly resolution 60/ 131 on the implementation of the World Programme of Action concerning Disabled Persons, which expresses grave concern about the devastating consequences that armed conflict continues to have on the human rights of persons with disabilities, as well as the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, the preamble of which stresses the importance of providing full protection to persons with disabilities, particularly in situations of armed conflict and foreign occupation.”
2007-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5703 (2007) · source
“The role of the international community is to provide the necessary protection to civilians and to find the means to mediate the settlement of conflicts peacefully. Peacekeeping, humanitarian relief operations and other forms of intervention under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations in conflict areas are merely contingency solutions. Furthermore, urgent action is required to end conflicts in a definitive manner. Security Council resolution 1674 (2006) lists various groups of civilians who suffer as a result of armed conflict and are in need of assistance and protection. That list, however, does not include the category of persons with disabilities in conflict areas, despite the serious impact that armed conflict has on such people.”
2007-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5703 (2007) · source
“If we apply this principle, while respecting the ideals behind it, we should ensure that our objectives are not politicized, that they rise above individual interests and that they reflect purely humanitarian motives. What we need today is the effective implementation of actions and measures contained in the relevant Security Council resolutions aimed at improving conditions for civilians in areas of armed conflict. In this regard, we would like to stress that the parties to armed conflict, whether Governments or non- governmental actors, are duty-bound to comply fully with their commitments under international law and relevant Security Council resolutions, since the responsibility to protect civilians rests, first and foremost, with the States concerned.”
2007-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5703 (2007) · source
“On the same note, we would like to recall Security Council resolution 1674 (2006), which reaffirms the provisions of the 2005 World Summit Outcome (General Assembly resolution 60/ 1) regarding the responsibility to protect populations from genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing and crimes against humanity. We would like to emphasize that, on the theoretical level, the responsibility to protect civilians is an important humanitarian principle, for it embodies a noble humanitarian value: defending innocent people whose only fault is that they live in or near areas of conflict and who, in most cases, are intentionally targeted for pure political and ideological reasons. But, from a practical and operational perspective, we should be cautious in dealing with this principle in order that it not be exploited or abused.”
2007-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5703 (2007) · source
“In spite of these efforts, the world continues to witness an increase in the deliberate targeting of civilians, including humanitarian workers, by terrorist attacks. Civilians living in conflict areas are still suffering under the scourge of forced displacement. There are other matters for grave concern, such as the indiscriminate use of force and the accidental killing of civilians in conflict areas or in areas where military operations are conducted. This situation requires all parties in such areas to take the necessary steps to prevent risks to civilians, in accordance with the Fourth Geneva Convention, of 1949.”
2007-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5703 (2007) · source
“Mr. Al-Bader (Qatar) (spoke in Arabic): I would like to extend our sincere thanks to Mr. John Holmes, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, for his important briefing to the Council. Since February 1999, the Security Council has adopted several resolutions that reflect the international community's increasing commitment to develop and improve ways to address the tragic suffering of civilians living in areas of armed conflict. Those resolutions, particularly resolution 1674 (2006), have condemned the deliberate targeting of civilians, acts of violence and attacks against civilians, the forced displacement of civilians and the deliberate denial of access for humanitarian assistance.”
2007-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5703 (2007) · source
“The world Organization and its specialized agencies are capable of assuming a greater role, with clear guidance from the Security Council and the Iraqi Government. In his report (S/2007/330), the Secretary-General expressed his willingness to consider expanding the role of the United Nations. In order to do that, however, it is essential to provide the necessary infrastructure and create security conditions conducive to carrying out the task.”
2007-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5693 (2007) · source
“The situation of Iraqi refugees is now a real crisis whose scope and dimensions affect both Iraq and neighbouring States. The conference organized at Geneva in April by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees regarding the humanitarian needs of Iraqi displaced persons helped raise awareness of the need to support displaced persons and the States that host them. This issue continues to be a problem that requires an urgent solution. At this critical stage in the stabilization and reconstruction efforts in Iraq, the United Nations is playing an important role in the areas of constitutional support, electoral assistance, reconstruction, development, humanitarian assistance, human rights and the rule of law.”
2007-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5693 (2007) · source
“We condemn all acts of terrorist violence in any form and from any source. The targeting of religious sites has grave consequences for the security situation in Iraq. Expediting the improvement of the basic living conditions of the Iraqi people - a third of whom live under the poverty line, according to the Iraqi central statistical agency - is another priority that must be addressed by the Iraqi Government with the assistance of international partners, the United Nations system and intergovernmental organizations. In that regard, the International Compact with Iraq, which was launched at the recent Sharm el-Sheikh meeting, is a useful initiative aimed at strengthening the foundations of peace and relaunching socio-economic and political growth in Iraq over the next five years.”
2007-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5693 (2007) · source
“It is also imperative to confront the abhorrent sectarianism that now exists in Iraq. The security situation must also be brought under control and the necessary attention paid to development and reconstruction and to meeting the increasing humanitarian needs of the Iraqi population. Significant efforts have been made to establish stability and security in Iraq both by the Iraqi Government, which months ago launched the Baghdad security plan, and by the Multinational Force. The success of those efforts has been limited in some cases. Obstacles continue to hamper the effort to bring the security situation under control and to end violence, a goal that requires enormous efforts and the strengthening of national security forces to enable them to take control of the situation.”
2007-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5693 (2007) · source
“We have also reaffirmed the need for the Iraqi people to regain their security and freedom, as well as for a commitment by all parties to non-interference in Iraq's internal affairs. It is necessary also to reject all attempts to entrench sectarianism and division and to undermine security and stability in the region. The State of Qatar also considers it important to act expeditiously to identify and address the root causes of the Iraqi crisis, especially given that the situation in the country remains extremely worrisome for all those concerned about Iraq and the region. In order to extricate the country from its crisis, it is imperative to launch an inclusive, participatory and transparent political process that fulfils the aspirations of all factions in Iraq and integrates those factions into political life and national institutions.”
2007-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5693 (2007) · source
“Mr. Al-Bader (Qatar) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, Mr. President, I would like to thank you for convening this important meeting. I welcome the participation this afternoon of His Excellency Mr. Hoshyar Zebari, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Iraq. Allow me also to thank Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Permanent Representative of the United States, and Mr. Ashraf Jehangir Qazi, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Iraq, for their briefings to the Council on the activities of the Multinational Force and the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq, respectively. The State of Qatar has reiterated the need to respect Iraq's sovereignty, political independence and territorial integrity.”
2007-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5693 (2007) · source
“We join other members of the Security Council in underlining the importance of cooperation among United Nations bodies in dealing with the humanitarian situation of civilians, particularly the most vulnerable among them. We also call on all parties to the conflicts in those regions to commit themselves to protecting civilians and to not taking any measures that would endanger civilians or prevent humanitarian assistance from reaching them. We also call for an end to all acts that fall beyond the scope of international legitimacy. We look forward to receiving further briefings in the future on serious humanitarian situations pertaining to conflict situations that are on the agenda of the Security Council.”
2007-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5677 (2007) · source
“The two aspects are interlinked to some extent, and we therefore believe that the Security Council must take the humanitarian situation into consideration when analysing issues relating to those two regions. In addition to this morning's briefing to the Security Council, we received reports earlier this month from the Secretary-General on the human rights situation in Somalia and in Uganda, specifically relating to the human rights situation of children in both countries. There are many indications that there has been a regrettable deterioration in the human rights and humanitarian situation of children in those two countries. We welcome the agreement between the Government of Uganda and the Lord's Resistance Army concerning humanitarian assistance and helping internally displaced persons to return to their homes.”
2007-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5677 (2007) · source
“Mr. Al-Bader (Qatar) (spoke in Arabic): I would like to thank Mr. John Holmes, Under-Secretary- General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, for his presence here today and for his comprehensive briefing to the Council this morning. We agree with the Under-Secretary-General that the situation in both Uganda and Somalia - the subject of our debate today - is deteriorating and needs to be urgently addressed. We note that the humanitarian situation in the two regions under discussion is among the worst in the world and that their peoples have been suffering greatly for more than a decade. We believe that the root causes of the situation are twofold: the deteriorating economic situation, and the continuing strife and political upheaval.”
2007-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5677 (2007) · source
“In conclusion, my delegation wishes to stress that it attaches great importance to collective action on the basis of dealing with each case within its limits, without combining it with other issues and in accordance with the principles of professionalism and transparency. That is the best way to serve humankind 07-32354 and to strengthen the role of the Security Council in the maintenance of international peace and security.”
2007-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5670 (2007) · source
“The divergence of views during the discussion of the draft resolution in its initial form caused the Council to fail to reach consensus as the expiration date of the mandate of UNMIS was approaching. The delegation of Qatar therefore decided to put forward a draft resolution calling for a specific technical renewal of the mandate of UNMIS as an alternative at the disposal of the Council if necessary. However, in the very last hours we sensed that there was understanding and a constructive response from the sponsor of the draft resolution now before us. We commend that responsiveness, which has led to a convergence of views and a settlement that helped us to agree to the adoption of the draft resolution before us.”
2007-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5670 (2007) · source
“The purpose of the draft resolution we are about to adopt is to renew the mandate of the United Nations Mission in the Sudan (UNMIS), which was established pursuant to resolution 1590 (2005), regarding the Comprehensive Peace Agreement in the Sudan. We would like to thank our colleagues who submitted this draft resolution. We expressed our comments and reservations to them after having considered the first version. We believed that the draft resolution exceeded its intended purpose and dealt with various issues for which there are other mechanisms. We also noted that the language of the draft resolution was not consistent with the recent positive developments in the relationship between the Sudan and the United Nations, which we are very eager to develop.”
2007-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5670 (2007) · source
“That is true with 2 regard to the Sudan, which initiated the request for assistance from the United Nations to address some internal issues that need constructive and transparent support from the international community. No one can deny that the Sudan has taken many positive steps in partnership with the United Nations and the African Union, as was underscored by the statement to the press by the President of the Security Council on 16 April 2007. All that is needed now is assistance, provided in a manner based on encouragement and mutual respect, in order to preserve what has been achieved, build upon it and protect it from any negative impact.”
2007-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5670 (2007) · source
“Mr. Al-Bader (Qatar) (spoke in Arabic): My delegation wishes to express its appreciation to you, Mr. President, at the end of your presidency of the Security Council. During the past month, we have had before us topics of the utmost importance to humankind and to the maintenance of international peace and security. We hope that we have worked to address them in accordance with what our conscience dictates. Since the beginning of its membership of the Security Council, my delegation has been, and continues to be, keen to address all issues while working in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and international law and positively taking political considerations into account.”
2007-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5670 (2007) · source
“Resuming the negotiations between the parties concerned is the best way to implement the relevant Security Council resolutions and to resolve that issue.”
2007-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5667 (2007) · source
“Lebanon still needs support from the international community in order to overcome the devastating effects of the latest war waged against it by Israel. We in the State of Qatar believe that respect for Lebanon's sovereignty, non-interference by all parties in its internal affairs, an end to Israel's almost-daily Violations of Lebanese airspace and a withdrawal by Israel from the remaining occupied Lebanese territories would ensure the stability of the security situation in accordance with resolution 1701 (2006). We continue to look forward to a settlement of the status of the Golan Heights, occupied by Israel since 1967. That issue is a very important component of the Middle East situation, and resolving it would decrease the tensions in the region.”
2007-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5667 (2007) · source
“It is therefore in everyone's interest that such a Palestinian Government be able to carry out the vital function of providing its population with security and basic services. We call here on the Government and the people of Israel to take advantage of these positive developments and resume direct and serious negotiations on all tracks. We also call on the States and other parties concerned to lift their embargo against the Palestinian people so that the Palestinian Government can carry out the functions required by the peace process. Preserving the stability, security and sovereignty of Lebanon is of the utmost importance if we are to achieve peace and stability in the Middle East as a whole.”
2007-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5667 (2007) · source
“We have adopted a comprehensive and integrated approach to the crisis in the Middle East by calling for an end to the hostilities and mitigating their impact on the peoples of the region, including by launching high- level diplomatic efforts at both the Arab and international levels and by calling on the Security Council to revive the dormant Middle East peace process on all tracks, within the previously agreed frameworks. Through their recent support for the path of peace, Arab leaders have shown a sincere intention to reach a just settlement in order to bring security to all States of the region. Forming the Palestinian Government of National Unity will remove one of the obstacles to the resumption of the peace process and will create a political climate conducive to pushing the peace process forward.”
2007-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5667 (2007) · source
“Restoring rights to those legally entitled to them is the most Viable and effective way to extinguish the fires of hatred and to eliminate the main pretext used by extremists. We in the State of Qatar believe that a lasting and comprehensive settlement is within reach but that it can be achieved only through concessions. It is only by making those concessions that we can ensure security and prosperity for the peoples of the region.”
2007-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5667 (2007) · source
“We are witnessing the bloodshed of innocent people and the destruction of their homes, which in turn are causing further frustration and despair. The logical outcome of that situation is a deepening feeling of hatred and resentment, which takes the form of an ongoing cycle of Violence. 07-31853 Some believe that Palestinian violence is the reason for the continuation of the crisis and that ending it is the way to achieve peace. Such an approach is extremely simplistic and could not be further removed from reality. The root causes of the violence must be addressed. To that end, we should approach the issue from an inclusive perspective, avoiding selectivity and prejudgements.”
2007-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5667 (2007) · source
“Mr. Al-Bader (Qatar) (spoke in Arabic): I should like at the outset to thank Mr. Lynn Pascoe, Under- Secretary-General for Political Affairs, for his excellent briefing to the Security Council. The Council is meeting today at a time when we genuinely hope that its work will be results-oriented and will revive the peace process in the Middle East. As all members are well aware, since the beginning of the Arab-Israeli conflict there has been no shortage of diplomatic initiatives or resolutions of international legitimacy - embodied by the Security Council and the General Assembly - aimed at a settlement. What we have lacked is the political will necessary to achieve peace. Today, after all those efforts, the crisis in our region remains at the highest level of intensity and continues unabated.”
2007-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5667 (2007) · source
“Although the serious security conditions in Iraq restrict the work of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Iraq (UNAMI), the Mission continues to contribute effectively in such areas as constitutional support, electoral assistance, reconstruction, development, humanitarian assistance, human rights and the rule of law, with a view to restoring stability, security and prosperity in Iraq.”
2007-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5639 (2007) · source
“We also stress that the root causes of the Iraqi crisis must be identified in order to find a solution. The way out of the Iraqi crisis starts with focusing our attention on the elements of the political process in Iraq, not on a military solution, and on encouraging all groups to integrate into political life and to combat sectarianism. The role of wise leadership is crucial in this regard inasmuch as that leaders of Iraq's sects must mobilize in order to heal the rift in their country.”
2007-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5639 (2007) · source
“The crisis of Iraqi refugees has become a real crisis of major proportions. The enormity of the humanitarian disaster in Iraq calls for exerting all efforts by international partners, the United Nations intergovernmental institutions and other international bodies, so as to alleviate the humanitarian crisis. In this regard, we hope that the conference to be convened by the Office of the High Commissioner for Refugees next month in Geneva, which will deal with the humanitarian needs of displaced Iraqis, would contribute to raising awareness of the need to support these displaced people as well as their host countries, which bear great burdens because of this situation. The State of Qatar has constantly stressed the need to respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iraq and to restore security and freedom to the Iraqi people.”
2007-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5639 (2007) · source
“In this context, the International Compact with Iraq is a useful initiative to consolidate peace and pursue the process of economic, political and social development in Iraq over the next five years. The meeting to be held here at the United Nations Headquarters tomorrow morning will be an opportunity to stress the importance of that initiative. In order to realize the vision of the Compact, it is important that support by the United Nations and international partners be coordinated for the implementation of the commitments made in the Compact. To overcome the deteriorating humanitarian situation, the speedy improvement of the living conditions of the Iraqi people is no less important than the national reconciliation process in order to ensure stability in Iraq. The humanitarian situation in Iraq continues to deteriorate.”
2007-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5639 (2007) · source
“We in the State of Qatar are pained to see the suffering of our brothers in Iraq, and it is not surprising that we continue to appeal to all our Iraqi brothers throughout the spectrum to put their national interests ahead of other considerations. Political solutions to the current problem cannot be imported from abroad. Rather, they are available in the hands of Iraqis themselves, when intentions are good and when these intentions are translated into deeds on the ground. The international community's support for the efforts to achieve peace, security and development in Iraq is very important to help extricate Iraq from the crisis that threatens its unity and stability.”
2007-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5639 (2007) · source
“Mr. Al-Bader (Qatar) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, Mr. President, I would like to thank you for convening this important meeting. We welcome the participation of His Excellency Mr. Abdal Mahdi, Vice- President of the Republic of Iraq. Allow me as well to thank Mr. Ashraf Qazi, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Iraq and His Excellency Mr. Alejandro Wolff, representative of the United States, for their briefings to the Security Council. The place that brotherly Iraq occupies in our hearts and minds does not need to be emphasized from this rostrum. Iraq is a highly important country in our region and one that enjoys considerable weight.”
2007-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5639 (2007) · source
“As we have noted, the Peacebuilding Commission is an advisory body seeking to assist countries emerging from conflict in identifying the optimal approach to conducting the peacebuilding process. Its mandate also includes the mobilization of necessary international resources to attain its goals. Consequently, the Peacebuilding Fund and the Commission together constitute an integrated mechanism. We therefore appeal to the international community to donate generously and to mobilize the resources necessary to maintaining the process of peacebuilding and reconstruction.”
2007-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5627 (2007) · source
“Moreover, the Commission's mandate encourages consultation with civil society, non-governmental organizations and the private sector in order to ensure that it receive the input of international organizations in its peacebuilding activities. There is no doubt that several other countries are appropriate candidates for inclusion on the Commission's agenda. In every case, we must take the fundamental principles of peacebuilding into consideration by acknowledging the unique specificity of each country and hence the different methods by which peacebuilding operations should be conducted. It is important that the Commission and countries emerging from conflict agree on the methodology for undertaking peacebuilding activities if the desired objectives are to be reached.”
2007-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5627 (2007) · source
“In recognition of that vision, it was decided at the 2005 Summit to establish the Peacebuilding Commission as a consultative organ, under two resolutions of the General Assembly and the Security Council, respectively. Thus, the Commission must work within the mandate given to it by the General Assembly and the Security Council. If the Commission is to meet its objectives, there must be close coordination between it and the Peacebuilding Support Office and the other principal bodies of the United Nations, including the General Assembly, the Security Council and the Economic and Social Council. Peacebuilding activities embody one aspect of such coordination aimed at fulfilling the vision set out in the Organization's Charter.”
2007-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5627 (2007) · source
“Since its inception, it has received encouraging and positive responses from the two countries on its agenda, Burundi and Sierra Leone, where national and international efforts have succeeded in ending their respective conflicts. The success of the peacebuilding phase there will no doubt consolidate those positive results. Given that the Security Council is the primary organ responsible for the maintenance of international peace and security, the success of the peacebuilding process in Burundi and Sierra Leone will be a valuable complement to the efforts of the Council, which is engaged in ongoing follow-up on the situations there. Peacebuilding is an integrated process and a multidimensional endeavour undertaken by various United Nations entities, and cannot be broken down into its component tasks.”
2007-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5627 (2007) · source
“The establishment of the peacebuilding mechanism composed of the Peacebuilding Commission, the Peacebuilding Support Office and the Peacebuilding Fund is among the most practical and tangible steps taken by the international community to date in the context of operationalizing the indisputable concept that the dedication of resources necessary to peacebuilding in countries emerging from conflict is critical to the consolidation of stability, peace and development. Similarly, the assistance received by those countries from the international community plays a pivotal role in safeguarding against their relapse into conflict. The Commission is still an infant entity and struggling to identify the best ways and means to achieve the objectives for which it was established.”
2007-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5627 (2007) · source