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lines on the record: 185
first: 2008-12-09
most recent: 2023-06-12
sittings or episodes: 18
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“The Cooperation Process is one of the leading political formats for dialogue in the region. As a good example of regional cooperation among three partner countries, namely, Serbia, Turkey and Bosnia and Herzegovina, I would also like to mention the Sarajevo- Belgrade highway construction project. During the reporting period, Bosnia and Herzegovina continued to fulfil its international obligations with regard to countering terrorism and violent extremism. The framework action plan to implement the strategy of Bosnia and Herzegovina for preventing and combating terrorism for the period 2015 to 2020 is being implemented. With regard to the economic situation, it is always important to emphasize that Bosnia and Herzegovina's economy, like those of other countries in the region, has been increasingly dependent on global economic performance.”
2019-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8658 (2019) · source
“With regard to processing war crimes in domestic courts, we would like to reiterate that the effective processing of all war crimes, regardless of the national or religious origin of the perpetrators and victims, is essential for reconciliation and long- term stability. The fostering of friendly and constructive cooperation among the countries of the region on issues of mutual interest remains a top priority of Bosnia and Herzegovina's foreign policy. Bosnia and Herzegovina plays an active role in regional initiatives through the South-East European Cooperation Process, the Western Balkan Fund, the Central European Initiative, et cetera. The summit of the Heads of State and Government of the participating countries of the South-East European Cooperation Process was held in Sarajevo on 8 and 9 July.”
2019-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8658 (2019) · source
“The authorities of Bosnia and Herzegovina are fully committed to overcoming challenges and implementing reforms required for full-fledged integration into the European Union. We have increased efforts in a number of areas relevant to achieving that goal, including the implementation of the reform agenda and socioeconomic reforms as a matter of priority, as well as our continuing determination to strengthen the rule of law and good governance. As we heard today, the rule of law is extremely important for Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as for any other country, established by the principle of equality before the law for every citizen in the country, without exception.”
2019-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8658 (2019) · source
“Bosnia and Herzegovina seeks to play an indisputably constructive role in the United Nations and other multilateral institutions, and we aspire to membership of the European Union (EU) and bilateral partnerships with their individual member States. Having said that, I would like to inform the Council that the Presidency agreed on a number of issues, including the path of Bosnia and Herzegovina to EU accession and the disposition of State property in Croatia and other issues. Numerous challenges lie ahead on our path towards integration in European and Euro-Atlantic structures. However, our commitment and dedication to facing and overcoming those challenges remain. EU membership remains one ofmain strategic goals ofBosnia and Herzegovina and is a subject offocus by all political actors in the country.”
2019-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8658 (2019) · source
“I would like to congratulate you, Madam President, on assuming the presidency of the Security Council for the month of November and wish you and your delegation great success. We also welcome Mr. Valentin Inzko, High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina, and took note of his report on the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina (S/2019/843, enclosure) and his briefing. We welcome the unanimous adoption by the Security Council of resolution 2496 (2019), which extends the mandate of the European Union-led Operation Althea, which has been present in Bosnia and Herzegovina for many years. It is important to emphasize that Bosnia and Herzegovina, as a host country, has enjoyed respectable and fruitful cooperation with Operation Althea, in particular in the areas of capacity-building and the training of its armed forces.”
2019-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8658 (2019) · source
“We will continue to work on strengthening the national judicial system. More justice means more trust and stability within Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Western Balkans region. The meeting rose at 12.35 pm.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8576 (2019) · source
“We would like to highlight our appreciation for the support of the European Union, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and the United Nations Development Programme in terms of strengthening the human and material resources of judicial institutions that are processing war crimes and in terms of general capacity-building. Furthermore, consistent cooperation among the Office of the Prosecutor and the relevant authorities of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia and Croatia, in accordance with the principles ofinternationaljustice and the rule oflaw, is crucial in investigating and prosecuting war crimes. In closing, I would like to emphasize that Bosnia and Herzegovina remains committed to investigating, prosecuting and punishing the persons responsible for war crimes.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8576 (2019) · source
“In addition, I would like to underline that the successful conclusion of the Mechanism's mandate in an efficient manner and within a reasonable time frame is of crucial importance for justice and reconciliation in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the region. Throughout the years, Bosnia and Herzegovina's cooperation with the ICTY has been steadfast and full, as evidenced by the Tribunal's report. In the same vein, we remain devoted to actively contributing to the Mechanism's efforts to accomplish its mission. Prosecuting war crimes, regardless of the national or religious affiliation of the perpetrators or victims, is of essential importance to long-term stability in the country and the region.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8576 (2019) · source
“Let me congratulate you, Mr. President, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month and for bringing this very important issue before the Council. I would also like to thank the leaders of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals, Judge Carmel Agius and Prosecutor Serge Brammertz, for their respective reports (S/2019/4l7, annexes I and II) and for today's comprehensive briefings. My remarks today will therefore be rather brief. We note the continued progress made by the Mechanism in fulfilling the residual activities ofthe now closed International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY).”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8576 (2019) · source
“Timely decision-making processes should be based on verified and reliable information, so that the measures imposed can be effective. Strengthening cooperation between the Council and relevant regional and subregional organizations will give more importance to those issues and keep them constantly on their agendas. We firmly believe that the Security Council is committed to addressing challenges that may arise and to seeking solutions for the threats discussed today. This debate is an expression of our collective determination to maintain international peace and security. For its part, Bosnia and Herzegovina remains strongly committed to that aim and stands ready to give its full contribution.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“International and regional organizations and United Nations agencies should continue to monitor situations that pose potential risks to civilian populations and peace and security. Appropriate planning and design of strategies to mitigate those challenges must be a priority, particularly in light of the importance of conflict prevention. Sufficient and appropriate funding also needs to be provided. Cooperation at the international, regional and sub-regional levels is crucial in addressing cross- border challenges. The implementation and further development of international instruments will assist countries in tackling the various security challenges. As the main body responsible for international peace and security, the Security Council should be receptive to warning signs of potential threats.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“The Security Council, the General Assembly, the Economic and Social Council and other bodies, such as the United Nations Population Fund, UNICEF and the World Health Organization, need to harmonize their activities and work closely with local communities targeting vulnerable categories. We wish to emphasize that the primary responsibility in identifying priorities and strategies for potential challenges to international peace and security rests with the States concerned. If countries lack knowledge or resources, the role of the United Nations and international and regional organizations is to support and complement the functions and activities of national Governments, as appropriate.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“At the same time, the spread of diseases has a negative impact on all sectors of society, as well as on peace and security. Peacekeeping operations and their personnel can play an important role in disease prevention in post- conflict settings, especially in raising HIV awareness. In that regard, we commend efforts by the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS and the Department of Peacekeeping Operations to educate and train peacekeepers in gender awareness, child protection and the ability to recognize and respond to sexual violence and exploitation. Complementarity and cooperation among United Nations bodies and agencies are needed in efforts to prevent the spread of diseases.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“Relevant United Nations bodies should strengthen their capacity to deal with crises resulting from climate change, focusing their efforts on predicting, preventing and handling climate change- related issues. The importance of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change cannot be overemphasized, as it calls for the widest possible cooperation by all States. Conditions of Violence and instability can exacerbate the spread of diseases, such as HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis or malaria, by increasing the risk of exposure through large movements of people, widespread uncertainty, reduced access to medical care and conflict-related sexual violence. Populations fleeing conflict areas, displaced persons and refugees in camp settings are particularly vulnerable.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“We furthermore consider the strengthening of international, regional and subregional cooperation to be of paramount importance in combating transnational organized crime. In an increasingly interconnected world, growing populations and the increasing demand for resources can generate social tensions, political unrest or even conflict. In that context, possible the link between climate change and security risks should be taken into consideration. The adverse impact of climate change can contribute to aggravating existing threats to international peace and security. The Security Council should therefore be aware of the possible security implications of climate change, including potential humanitarian crises, migration pressures and external shocks, on States heavily affected by climate change.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“It uses the advances in globalization to undermine State institutions, thus creating increased vulnerability and instability. Organized crime represents a threat not only to democracy, the rule of law, human rights and socio-economic development but also to peace and security. In that regard and bearing in mind the important role of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the development assistance community should continue to support UNODC in its efforts to help improve criminal justice systems in vulnerable countries, especially in Africa. The Security Council should continue to promote cooperation between UNODC and different parts of the United Nations Secretariat aimed at addressing the cross- cutting nature of organized crime.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“I would like to commend you, Foreign Minister Portas, for organizing this important meeting. I also thank Mr. Yuri Fedotov, Mr. Antonio Guterres and Ms. Margaret Chan for their comprehensive briefings. The modern world is in a process of constant change. That inevitably brings new global challenges, some of which have the potential to pull entire regions into conflict. The Security Council's growing focus on the evolving nature of challenges in recent times signifies that a comprehensive and combined approach is needed to maintain international peace and security. In light of that, this debate is particularly important as an opportunity to assess possible ways of addressing those issues. Transnational organized crime, as one of the new threats to peace and security, flourishes in environments lacking adequate State authorities.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“Despite of all the efforts and readiness of the international community to assist in conflict prevention, I wish to underline that the willingness of the stakeholders involved in political processes in the field to preserve peace remains the most crucial element. The durability of peace agreements can be achieved only by assisting national counterparts in building the foundations for sustainable peace and addressing the root causes of conflict, as well as developing nationally owned institutions that can prevent conflict through dialogue. Today, I want to reaffirm my county's commitment to strengthening the international capacity for preventive diplomacy in the interest of peace, security and development. Bosnia and Herzegovina stands ready to support those efforts.”
2011-09-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6621 (2011) · source
“The development and improvement of early warning systems, creating mechanisms for rapid response, the establishment of prevention structures and the use of the Secretary- General's special envoys, groups of friends and fact- finding missions all have crucial roles to play in preventive diplomacy capacities. We support the strengthening of the strategic dialogue between United Nations and regional organizations and a more regular exchange of views and information in order to enable the Council to make adequate decisions. Regional organizations are often better informed than their international counterparts for the early detection of crises.”
2011-09-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6621 (2011) · source
“Reacting after a crisis has already started is always a less efficient and less cost-effective method for preserving peace and security. However, we have to keep in mind that there is no universal solution that can be applied to all crises; rather, each particular case requires our full attention. A number of regional and subregional organizations have become more active in their role as partner to the United Nations in the area of preventive diplomacy. This reflects a growing conviction that emerging crises should be addressed in appropriate international forums.”
2011-09-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6621 (2011) · source
“There is no doubt that in recent times, the United Nations, and the Security Council in particular, have recognized the crucial importance of preventive diplomacy. The question is: Can we make improvements in this regard? I think that we can and that we should. I will echo the words that I said exactly two years ago after the election of Bosnia and Herzegovina to the Security Council. We believe that, based on the case of my country, Bosnia and Herzegovina is going to be a strong voice for preventive diplomacy and try to follow up early warning signs anywhere in the world with the utmost sensitivity. This approach is more important today than it was two years ago, and today's debate is a clear evidence of that.”
2011-09-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6621 (2011) · source
“In such a fragile security environment, conflict prevention and the peaceful settlement of disputes, as the founding purposes of the United Nations and pillars of its Charter, represent the main tools at our disposal. The United Nations was founded as an Organization that would act not only to prevent conflicts between nations and avert future wars, but also to strengthen cooperation among its Members. Entrusted with the responsibility to maintain international peace and security, the Security Council needs to optimize the use of its preventive diplomacy tools. Bosnia and Herzegovina has shared the responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security through its membership in the Security Council. We will stay fully committed to this course.”
2011-09-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6621 (2011) · source
“I would like to thank His Excellency President Sleiman of Lebanon, as well as the delegation of Lebanon, for organizing this high-level meeting of the Security Council. I would also like to thank His Excellency Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for his insightful remarks. The topic we are discussing today represents one of the most important issues for determining the further course of action of the United Nations pertaining to the prevention of conflict. Today, we are seeing a significant number of crises and new global challenges that have the potential to pull entire regions into violence and consequently become a challenge to international peace and security.”
2011-09-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6621 (2011) · source
“In conclusion, I would like to call upon the international community and Member States to extend their support to the people of the Republic of South Sudan as they endeavour to meet existing challenges in consolidating peace, building their State and laying a foundation for the socio-economic development of their country.”
2011-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6583 (2011) · source
“From the regional perspective, it is important that, from the very beginning, the Republic of South Sudan engage constructively with neighbouring States to address the major threats to peace and security in the subregion. Coordinating the activities of the countries of the region will significantly contribute to the consolidation of peace and the prevention of conflicts, and will be essential to addressing cross-border challenges, including arms trafficking and the activities of illegal armed groups. The international community must also stand by to support the development of the Sudan and the Republic of South Sudan as an important element in the stabilization of that part of Africa.”
2011-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6583 (2011) · source
“In that regard, we call upon the Governments of the Republic of South Sudan and the Sudan to continue their commitments to negotiations and to laying a foundation for friendly and dynamic relations between them. Two viable and prosperous States, living in peace and security, would significantly contribute to the stability and economic development of the entire region. Furthermore, we are convinced that every open issue should be resolved on the basis of mutual understanding of and respect for the interests of both sides. The interconnection of people on both sides of the border in their everyday lives dictates Vibrant cooperation between the Republic of South Sudan and the Sudan. For that reason, mutual trust and sincere cooperation must be the crucial ingredients of future bilateral relations.”
2011-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6583 (2011) · source
“We would like to encourage UNMISS, in close cooperation and coordination with the African Union, the African Development Bank, the European Union and the World Bank, to provide assistance to the Republic of South Sudan in strengthening its capacity, as well as in supporting the reforms necessary for long- term stability and South Sudan's economic, political and social development. As for relations between the Republic of South Sudan and the Sudan, which are the cornerstone of subregional stability, the two States should remain committed to the peaceful resolution of outstanding issues. The nature of future bilateral relations will depend directly on the resolution of outstanding issues.”
2011-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6583 (2011) · source
“Bearing in mind that the Government of the Republic of South Sudan has requested the continued presence of the United Nations following the declaration of independence, it is important to establish an effective partnership between the authorities of South Sudan and the United Nations at an early stage in order to make the complex task of peacebuilding and stabilization more efficient. It is evident that that will require a long-term commitment, in which the international community and the United Nations system must ensure sufficient resources in providing support to South Sudan. Bosnia and Herzegovina fully supports the establishment of the United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan (UNMISS). We are convinced that, within its mandate, the Mission will significantly contribute to the stabilization and consolidation of the State.”
2011-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6583 (2011) · source
“The Republic of South Sudan is the result of the aspirations and the will of the people of South Sudan, who exercised their right to self-determination in a referendum in January this year, in accordance with the Comprehensive Peace Agreement, which ended the longest civil war in Africa. The new State symbolizes their determination to govern their future and build a successful and prosperous nation. Like every new nation at the beginning of its journey, the Republic of South Sudan requires the adequate support of the international community, which should be based on real needs and conditions on the ground. At the same time, Bosnia and Herzegovina firmly believes that international assistance must be accompanied by strong national ownership, particularly when it comes to capacity-building and economic development.”
2011-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6583 (2011) · source
“At the outset, let me express my gratitude to you, Mr. President, and to the delegation of Germany for initiating this important debate. I thank Secretary- General Ban Ki-moon for his remarks. I would also like to thank Under-Secretary-General Alain Le Roy for his insightful briefing. We welcome the participation of His Excellency Mr. Riek Machar Teny- Dhurgon, Vice-President of the Republic of South Sudan, and of His Excellency Ambassador Daffa-Alla Elhag Ali Osman, Permanent Representative of the Republic of the Sudan to the United Nations. I would like to join others in congratulating the Government and the people of South Sudan on independence and the formation of a new State, the Republic of South Sudan.”
2011-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6583 (2011) · source
“We therefore firmly believe that the Security Council should remain committed to protecting children in armed conflict, including through determination to ensure the full implementation of and respect for its resolutions on this issue. Bosnia and Herzegovina stands ready to contribute to that aim.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581 (2011) · source
“In addition, I would like to discuss some elements and facts derived from Bosnia and Herzegovina's experience, reminding the Council that among the more than 10,000 people who were killed in the besieged city of Sarajevo were 1,500 children, as well as many other children throughout Bosnia and Herzegovina. They were innocent children who will never attend school or play again. Related to that was the reburial yesterday, on the sixteenth anniversary of the genocide in Srebrenica, of an 11-year-old boy, Nesib Muhic', and his 15-year-old brother Hasib, who were among the 613 newly identified bodies. And they were not the only ones. Let us, from this Chamber, send a strong message that such crimes against children will be firmly condemned and punished, and will not be tolerated.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581 (2011) · source
“We would like to recall that the resolution - which emphasizes that all possible measures must be taken to ensure the right to education in all phases of emergency situations, and calls for the criminalization under domestic laws of attacks on schools - was adopted in the General Assembly by consensus. We are deeply concerned about the number of attacks, as well as of threatened attacks and closures of schools and hospitals in situations of armed conflict, and about military use of schools and hospitals contrary to international humanitarian law. We are convinced that effectively addressing issues related to attacks on schools and hospitals will ensure that children are not denied their right to education during or after a conflict.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581 (2011) · source
“It is essential that such efforts be provided with proper resources and funding in the countries where monitoring and reporting mechanisms are being implemented. Bosnia and Herzegovina is encouraged that a number of parties have signed action plans with the United Nations aimed at ending the recruitment and use of children in conflicts. We also welcome the development of guidance on resolution 1882 (2009) and subsequent action plans. Furthermore, we wish to stress that effective reintegration programmes for children recruited by armed forces are a critical element in sustainable peace and security, and, more importantly, in ensuring the welfare of those children. Last year, Bosnia and Herzegovina was one of the main sponsors of General Assembly resolution 64/290, entitled "The right to education in emergency situations".”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581 (2011) · source
“While we welcome the report of the Secretary- General (S/2011/250), we call on all parties listed in its annexes to respect their obligations under international humanitarian and human rights law, to halt violations, to enter into dialogue with the United Nations, and to commit to preparing and implementing time-bound action plans. That dialogue needs to be facilitated in close cooperation and with the consent of the host Government. In the same vein, preparation and implementation of time-bound action plans should be carried out and coordinated efficiently with all relevant actors in the field, including the host Government, United Nations entities, civil society organizations and donors.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581 (2011) · source
“We are also confident that resolutions 1882 (2009) and 1960 (2010) have contributed to establishing practical means to bridge the difficulty of collecting, systematizing and verifying information on sexual violence in conflict situations, while retaining the separate focus of each mandate. In that regard, we also fully support the cooperation between the Special Representatives for Children and Armed Conflict and for Sexual Violence in Conflict regarding parties responsible for rape and sexual violence. We also support and emphasize the importance of the work of the Security Council Working Group on Children and Armed Conflicts.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581 (2011) · source
“This will send a clear signal that Violations and abuses against children in situations of armed conflict will not be tolerated and will not go unpunished. In particular, more vigorous and targeted measures against persistent offenders must be applied when appropriate. We call on the Special Representative for Children and Armed Conflict to continue the established practice of briefing the sanctions committees and, in particular, providing concrete recommendations from the Secretary-General's reports and from the conclusions of the Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict for country-specific situations.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581 (2011) · source
“In addition, we stress that the Convention on the Rights of the Child and its Optional Protocol on the involvement of children in armed conflict, as well as the Geneva Conventions and their Additional Protocols, constitute the standard in the promotion and protection of the rights of the child in armed conflict. However, bearing in mind that all parties to armed conflict should comply strictly with international obligations, we are deeply concerned over the continued Violation, with impunity, of the relevant provisions of international law relating to the rights and protection of children in armed conflict. All available tools should be used to end impunity for violations committed against children. The perpetrators must be brought to justice and held accountable.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581 (2011) · source
“Bosnia and Herzegovina attaches the utmost importance to the protection of children affected by armed conflict, and strongly condemns all violations of international law committed against children in conflict situations, including recruitment, killing, maiming, rape and other sexual violence, attacks on schools and hospitals, and denial of humanitarian access. We wish to emphasize the primary responsibility of States to respect and assure the human rights of all individuals within their territory and subject to their jurisdiction, as provided for by relevant international law.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581 (2011) · source
“At the outset, I would like to express my appreciation to you, Minister Westerwelle, for presiding over this important debate. Bosnia and Herzegovina welcomes and commends the efforts of your country as Chair of the Security Council Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict. Our thanks also go to Secretary- General Ban Ki-moon for his statement and to Special Representative of the Secretary-General Ms. Radhika Coomaraswamy, and Mr. Anthony Lake, Executive Director of UNICEF, for their comprehensive briefings.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581 (2011) · source
“However, we believe that the Council can and should contribute through its work to the transformation of post-conflict settings into environments that foster long-term development. Given the correlation between security and development and the Council's primary role in maintaining international peace and security, it is safe to say that this body already invests significant efforts to that end. Nevertheless, in the course of its deliberations, the Security Council should also endeavour to address development issues with the attention they warrant, in order to ensure a smooth and effective transition to lasting and sustainable peace.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479 (2011) · source
“With all of that in mind, Bosnia and Herzegovina emphasizes the importance of an integrated, comprehensive and coordinated approach that includes the establishment of good governance, the rule of law, the promotion of human rights, institution-building, security sector reform, economic reconstruction and development in order to achieve irreversible peace. Furthermore, we firmly believe that particular emphasis should be placed on empowering women and on their greater involvement in peacebuilding efforts, including in development processes. Finally, we are fully aware that the Security Council is not responsible for making decisions directly related to the issue of development.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479 (2011) · source
“United Nations agencies and international organizations need more specialized expertise in areas such as natural resource management and wealth-sharing. They must also coordinate their efforts towards achieving meaningful results and adjust their responses to the specific situation in a given country. A well- implemented and integrated strategy on the parts of agencies, funds and international financial institutions can significantly increase prospects for the success of efforts to ensure peace and security.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479 (2011) · source
“Bosnia and Herzegovina believes that one way of addressing the security-development link is to focus on building and strengthening institutions that are indispensable to security and development. That issue was the topic of our thematic debate held in the Security Council last month (see S/PV.6472). Governments and societies need proper funding and assistance in consolidating their efforts to provide security for their populations and to improve economic conditions. Much has been achieved through the United Nations peacebuilding architecture and the activities of the Peacebuilding Commission and the Peacebuilding Fund. Yet, more remains to be done. With regard to the donor community, it is essential to establish better cooperation between donors and international financial institutions.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479 (2011) · source
“It is also important that strategies regarding security and development are integrated and implemented alongside the other priorities in a coherent peacebuilding framework. Security sector reform and disarmament, demobilization and reintegration, as parts of comprehensive peacebuilding strategies, can be successfully implemented only in an environment that offers economic opportunity and favours development. When early peace dividends are evident and accepted, the security sector is well-managed and democratic norms are in place, opportunities for development are present in the true sense. Weak national institutions, whether they are in the political, security or development domains, can increase the risk of a relapse into conflict.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479 (2011) · source
“In order to address the deep-rooted causes of violent conflicts, new and innovative approaches must be found to generate resources for conflict prevention and peacebuilding. In addition, the various actors within the United Nations system must seek out the best possible ways to contribute to their common purpose of development and security. It is crucial to extend assistance to countries in a wide range of sectors, including governance, human rights, justice, reconciliation, demilitarization, demobilization and reintegration, as well as security sector reform. Assistance programmes in those areas should be sensitive to the connection between development and security agendas.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479 (2011) · source
“Various dimensions of development and security are interconnected and mutually reinforcing, which suggests that the link between them requires a coordinated approach. It is therefore important to have a clear understanding of the mechanisms that govern the security-development nexus. That nexus also calls for a reassessment of the boundaries between those two issues. At the core of the matter is the ability to contribute on the ground to conflict prevention and the creation of an atmosphere conducive to sustainable peace. The peacebuilding process entails overlapping agendas for peace and development aimed at preventing and managing conflicts and encouraging post-conflict reconstruction. The United Nations has a central role in promoting such agendas.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479 (2011) · source
“I would like to commend you, Minister Patriota, for convening this meeting to discuss such an important topic. My appreciation also goes to Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, Ms. Sarah Cliffe of the World Bank and His Excellency Mr. Eugene-Richard Gasana, Chairperson of the Peacebuilding Commission, for their insightful remarks. It is our View that the objectives of security and development go hand in hand, which means that security is a prerequisite for development. Discussions about security therefore lead us inevitably to a discussion of development, indicating an inherent link between these two issues. Improvements in one area enhance the chances of progress in the other, while failure to provide either security or development could jeopardize success in both fields.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479 (2011) · source
“We call upon UNAMI to redouble its efforts, in coordination with the Iraqi Government, to help create conditions conducive to safe, dignified and, in particular, sustainable refugee returns. The continued strengthening of democratic institutions, national reconciliation, the protection of human rights and the creation of new job opportunities will certainly help the process of returns, but they will also reinforce Iraqi institutions and the whole of Iraqi society. UNAMI has an essential role in advising, supporting and assisting the Iraqi people and the Government to achieve that goal. In conclusion, I would like to underscore that Bosnia and Herzegovina strongly supports the work of UNAMI and highly commends the dedication of UNAMI staff to bringing stability and prosperity to the Iraqi people.”
2010-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6450 (2010) · source
“Bosnia and Herzegovina expects that Iraq's fulfilment of its outstanding obligations - mandated by the Security Council resolutions related to the issues of missing Kuwaiti citizens and third-country nationals, Kuwaiti archives and Iraq's land and maritime boundaries - will be priorities for both countries in the coming period. In that connection, we strongly welcome regional dialogue and the development of relationships between Iraq and States in the region based on partnership and cooperation. Finally, Bosnia and Herzegovina is very sensitive to the issue of refugees and internally displaced persons and would like to reiterate the importance of resolving that issue.”
2010-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6450 (2010) · source