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Alkalaj

lines on the record: 185
first: 2008-12-09
most recent: 2023-06-12
sittings or episodes: 18
sources: un-security-council

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“We also reiterate our support for the extension of the DFI and the related legal immunities. We therefore consider that the requirement established in paragraph 21 of resolution 1483 (2003) should continue to apply. We will support decisions that will help to ensure that oil revenue will continue to be used transparently in an accountable manner, and in the interest and for the benefit of the Iraqi people. Furthermore, those positive developments represent an encouraging environment for further cooperation between Iraq and Kuwait.”
2010-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6450 (2010) · source
“Second, we commend the efforts and the strong commitment of the Iraqi Government in regard to closing remaining contracts in the oil-for-food programme. The Iraqi Government has achieved great progress in that regard, and we support resolution 195 8 (2010), terminating the residual activities of the oil- for-food programme. This includes the transfer of all remaining funds from the Iraqi account created pursuant to resolution 1483 (2003) to the Development Fund for Iraq (DFI), with the exception of the funds to be used by the United Nations for residual activities of the programme and for the provision of indemnification to the United Nations. Third, we welcome the progress towards the establishment of successor arrangements for the transition of the DFI.”
2010-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6450 (2010) · source
“It has also signed the Hague Code of Conduct against Ballistic Missile Proliferation, acceded to the Chemical Weapons Convention and joined the Executive Council of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, and has signed the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty. Furthermore, despite the current political vacuum due to the process of Government formation, Iraq voluntary accepted to apply the additional protocol to the comprehensive safeguards agreement pending its ratification. We strongly believe that the council of representatives will set a high priority on its ratification. We welcome the adoption of resolution 1957 (2010), removing outstanding restrictions relating to disarmament imposed on Iraq in resolutions 687 (1991) and 707 (1991).”
2010-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6450 (2010) · source
“We would also like to take this opportunity to commend the Iraqi people for its strength, its courage and its firm determination to build a democratic and unified country despite the immense suffering and huge losses they have experienced over these past two decades. Iraq has accomplished significant progress in resolving outstanding Chapter VII issues by fulfilling obligations mandated by the Security Council's resolutions. To that end, Bosnia and Herzegovina supports the lifting of some of the restrictions imposed by the Security Council, which will permit Iraq to restore the international standing it held before resolution 661 (1990). We base our support on the following achievements. First, Iraq has fulfilled all its obligations in compliance with the international non-proliferation and disarmament regimes.”
2010-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6450 (2010) · source
“We want to emphasize that only by providing security to every Iraqi citizen can one guarantee the security of specific communities. Therefore, Bosnia and Herzegovina urges all actors in Iraq, national and international, to redouble their efforts in the protection of civilians and to bring the perpetrators of those horrible crimes to justice. This year, with the assistance of the international community, Iraq organized successful elections, and we are pleased to learn that Iraqi political leaders are very close to forming their Government, which will provide new and encouraging momentum. Genuine progress in that regard will help put the country on the path towards democracy, national reconciliation and long-term stability, as well as towards the improvement of the security situation.”
2010-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6450 (2010) · source
“Today Bosnia and Herzegovina is a non-permanent member of the Security Council, and our remembering today the early demise of Ambassador Richard Holbrooke - the architect of the Dayton-Paris Peace accords - is a part of Ambassador Holbrooke's legacy. Bosnia and Herzegovina is pleased to acknowledge the significant improvement of the overall situation in Iraq. Iraqi institutions have been strengthened despite all the difficulties and challenges on the ground. The recent transfer of ownership of the security sector to the Iraqi forces is a very important achievement for the further enhancement of Iraq's sovereignty and stability. However, we remain deeply concerned about the security situation in Iraq and strongly condemn the recent coordinated deadly attacks targeting different religious communities.”
2010-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6450 (2010) · source
“Thank you, Mr. President, for organizing and presiding over this very important high-level meeting dedicated to the future of Iraq and the Iraqi people. Let me express also my thanks to the Secretary-General for his valuable report (S/2010/606) and his briefing on the United Nations Assistance Mission in Iraq (UNAMI), as well as to the Foreign Minister of Iraq, Minister Zebari, for his statement. Speaking on today's topic - Iraq - as an example of positive achievement in bringing peace and stability, allow me to commend the role of the United Nations, the United States and the wider international community in bringing peace and stability to my country, Bosnia and Herzegovina, in 1995.”
2010-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6450 (2010) · source
“Finally, on behalf of the country that will preside over the Security Council in January 2011, I can assure the Council that Bosnia and Herzegovina will do its utmost to facilitate the efficient exercise by the Council of its role with regard to the foreseen referendum process.”
2010-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6425 (2010) · source
“It is also important to emphasize that at this decisive time, the Sudan needs both the attention and support of the international community. Allow me to conclude by expressing our strong belief that the Sudanese people have the strength and the courage to overcome all challenges and choose a better future for themselves and the entire region. As far as the CPA parties and their leaders are concerned, they must be fully aware of their responsibilities and duties towards their people and must govern their actions toward ensuring a safe and prosperous future for the country.”
2010-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6425 (2010) · source
“As there is no alternative for lasting and sustainable peace in Darfur, the international community has to exercise its pressure on those refusing to do so. We underline that it is essential to continue working towards a comprehensive solution for Darfur that would include a ceasefire and security arrangements, fair representation at all levels of government, reconciliation and economic development. Addressing those aspects, together with the rule of law and justice - particularly ending impunity and holding all perpetrators of war crimes responsible - would offer a solid basis for sustainable peace in Darfur. There is no doubt that the upcoming period bears extremely high risks but also offers opportunities. Primary responsibility for the outcome rests with, and is in the hands of, the Sudanese people.”
2010-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6425 (2010) · source
“By the same token, extensive development of the governance capacities of the Government of Southern Sudan, regardless of the outcome of the referendum, should not be neglected. In that regard we commend the Intergovernmental Authority on Development and the United Nations Development Programme for their efforts in providing assistance to the Government of Southern Sudan. As for the situation in Darfur, we reiterate our full support for the peace process in Doha led by the United Nations and the African Union and the mediation efforts of Joint Chief Mediator, Mr. Bassole. It is essential that all parties seize the opportunity offered by the Doha peace process, and we urge them to join that process without preconditions or further delay.”
2010-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6425 (2010) · source
“We welcome the role of the Secretary-General's Panel for the Referendums in monitoring and assessing the referendums processes. Due consideration must also be given to contingency planning for the transitional post-referendum period. We are encouraged that UNMIS and the United Nations country team have already commenced preparations for United Nations support in the post-referendum period. During this critical time, we must not lose sight of the humanitarian situation in Southern Sudan, which deserves due consideration and the full attention of the international community. The population of Southern Sudan still needs the unwavering commitment of the humanitarian community. Sufficient funding for humanitarian needs must be put in place in order to ease the suffering of the affected population.”
2010-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6425 (2010) · source
“Our particular concern is the delay in fulfilling the Southern Sudan Commission mandate, as it could have a major impact on preparing and conducting the referendum on time. We urge both parties to prevent further delays in the Commission's work. The international community and the United Nations should do their utmost to assist the parties in their efforts. The engagement of the United Nations Mission in the Sudan (UNMIS) and its technical and logistical support in the process of preparing and conducting referendums is indispensable. With regard to preparations for the Abyei referendum, the situation is even more urgent. The parties therefore have to immediately address the issue of establishing the Abyei Referendum Commission.”
2010-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6425 (2010) · source
“For all the processes within the Sudan to succeed, open and extensive negotiations between the parties to the CPA on the post-referendum arrangements - including border management, citizenship, migration and security - are essential. Reaching an agreement on those important issues will create an environment conducive to the implementation of the final stage of the CPA, primarily for the successful conduct of the referendum and the implementation of its outcome. In that context, I express our appreciation to the African Union High-Level Panel on Darfur for the facilitation of negotiations between the parties. We are concerned over the fact that referendum preparations are behind schedule.”
2010-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6425 (2010) · source
“The parties to the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) have implemented many of its provisions, and now the time has come for the final phase that will chart the future of the Sudanese people. Therefore it is of crucial importance that the final CPA provisions, including the referendums on the self- determination of the people of the Southern Sudan and on the status of Abyei, are timely and fully implemented. Time and again, we have supported comprehensive implementation of the CPA. We consider that at this critical stage, it is of utmost importance for the CPA parties to redouble their efforts to address outstanding issues, in view of the fact that full responsibility for implementation of the CPA rests squarely with them.”
2010-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6425 (2010) · source
“At the outset, let me thank the delegation of the United Kingdom, led by the Right Honourable William Hague, for convening this meeting, and the other members of the Council for their participation at a very high level. It is my pleasure to speak on behalf of Bosnia and Herzegovina, striving to give our contribution to this timely and important debate. I sincerely hope this meeting, as a collective effort of the Security Council, will bring positive energy and encouragement for the people of the Sudan and help them overcome challenges at this critical juncture. I also commend the comprehensive statement of the Secretary-General and his creative involvement and leadership in this process.”
2010-11-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6425 (2010) · source
“I should like to conclude by saying that, in our work, we should focus more on preventive diplomacy and lessons learned in order to prevent conflicts, rather than dealing with post-conflict situations, which are always more costly in terms of human life and physical and economic destruction. On behalf of my country, I would like to reiterate our readiness to share the knowledge, experience and lessons learned regarding post-conflict peacebuilding in every situation where 17 our country's first-hand experience can be seen as relevant, reliable and useful.”
2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source
“A coherent and integrated approach is essential not only in terms of combating these threats to peace and security, but also with regard to building reconciliation, coexistence, trust and stability at the regional level. Finally, the road from an initial peace agreement to sustainable peace is long and winding. Travelling it requires an integrated and comprehensive approach, country-specific planning and strategy, as well as coherent implementation and the strong and steadfast commitment of both the host country and the international community. The peacebuilding initiatives that worked in Bosnia and Herzegovina were marked by synergy among multiple actors and, most important, between civilian and military endeavours.”
2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source
“In this context, the role of various agencies, funds and programmes should be defined and coordinated and best practices established. It is of key importance that external actors do not prescribe but advise, and this can be done only through a transparent and open process, with the assistance of the international community. Political stability and security together, with social stability, will reduce the risk of recurring conflict only if it is integrated into a comprehensive peacebuilding strategy. Bosnia and Herzegovina welcomes the strengthened regional and international cooperation in addressing issues of drug-trafficking, organized crime, terrorism and trafficking in human beings.”
2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source
“Furthermore, in a situation where an early peace dividend is evident and generally accepted, the security sector is well managed and democratic norms are in place, there is also a window of opportunity for development in the true sense. Job creation measures, vocational education and retraining programmes for such vulnerable sectors such as returnees, youth, national minorities or demobilized combatants, as well as activities aimed at empowering women, should be in place. The role of women and their involvement in peacebuilding efforts should be strengthened in post-conflict societies. Bosnia and Herzegovina emphasizes that peacebuilding strategies should be defined and owned by national stakeholders, with a clear implementation plan and benchmarks.”
2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source
“Building a well- managed security sector that is sustainable requires not only police and military reform, but also impartial and accessible judicial and law enforcement sectors that must rely on transparency, equality, civilian protection, democratic norms and respect for human rights. The disarmament, demobilization and reintegration (DDR) of former combatants are indispensable elements of all peacebuilding operations. The availability of arms and alienated and dissatisfied former combatants represent a permanent risk of recurrence of conflict. Hence, DDR programmes should be a broader part of planning for development and reconstruction.”
2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source
“Organizing free, fair and transparent elections could be an important part of the process of creating political stability and establishing a democratic system, the main preconditions for reconciliation and reintegration processes, as well as for achieving sustainable and irreversible peace. Therefore, the utmost attention ought to be paid to their thorough preparation, including by facilitating the registration and full participation of voters, particularly internally displaced persons and refugees. Bosnia and Herzegovina stresses that restructuring the security sector requires balance between international support and national ownership. Sustainable security involves strengthening institutions and processes, while a well-governed security sector is vital to overall peacebuilding and reconstruction efforts, as well as to development.”
2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source
“10-31721 In that regard, we believe that it is of the utmost importance to promote dialogue between the parties to a conflict, particularly among decision-makers and civil society organizations, in order to move the peacebuilding process forward and away from recurring conflict. Such a dialogue is critical to national institutions and capacity-building, as well as to confidence-building and the reconciliation process. Holding accountable all those who have committed crimes during a conflict and bringing them to justice is of equal importance to confidence-building and the reconciliation process, and hence could contribute significantly to the success of the social aspect of peacebuilding operations.”
2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source
“Peacebuilding activities require active interaction among all stakeholders, including the host country, donor countries, troop- and police-contributing countries, international financial institutions and the private sector. Furthermore, although we are of the view that all relevant national and international actors should be involved in the process of peacebuilding, we consider the political will of the host country and national ownership to be sine qua non conditions for the success of peacebuilding operations, given that the peacebuilding process is primarily the challenge and national responsibility of post-conflict countries.”
2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source
“We recognize the importance of peacebuilding operations as a means of strengthening peace and security in the host country, thus contributing to creating conditions conducive to achieving sustainable and irreversible peace. In order to realize this goal, peacebuilding operations should be based on an integrated, coordinated and comprehensive approach to include the establishment of good governance, the rule of law, the promotion of human rights, institution- building, security sector reform, economic reconstruction and development. The right to return to pre-conflict homes and the full reintegration of refugees and internally displaced persons through sustainable returns programmes must be an integral part of each and every peacebuilding strategy.”
2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source
“At the outset, I would like to commend you, Minister Okada, for convening this meeting to discuss the topic of peacebuilding in post-conflict countries. I am confident that our deliberations today will significantly contribute to one of the most important items on the Security Council's agenda. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General, Mr. Ban Ki-moon, as well as my colleagues, Foreign Ministers, for being here today, and we all anticipate valuable contributions. It is my honour to speak on behalf of Bosnia and Herzegovina, a country that has travelled the painful and difficult road from recipient of to active participant in United Nations peacekeeping and peacebuilding efforts.”
2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source
“I wish to reiterate that Bosnia and Herzegovina remains fully committed to effectively preventing and fighting this global threat and stands ready to provide any assistance and support to the international efforts in the same respect.”
2008-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6034 (2008) · source
“This highly valuable assistance has improved the functioning of the relevant State structures - ministries, agencies and other State bodies - and strengthened Bosnia and Herzegovina's contribution to the shared approach of international efforts aimed at increasing security at the national, regional and international levels. Tomorrow we will be celebrating the sixtieth anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Fighting the scourge of terrorism should not hinder the obligations of States under international human rights instruments, refugee and humanitarian law. It is our responsibility to find a just balance between legitimate national security concerns and the protection of the human rights and fundamental freedoms of our citizens.”
2008-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6034 (2008) · source
“Cooperation between the United Nations and regional organizations is an effective way to provide a coordinated, multilateral response to terrorism and to understand the particular conditions of each region and country. We truly believe that regional organizations' understanding of the situation in their neighbourhood could be helpful in providing rapid and appropriate answers to threats endangering international peace and security. The counter-terrorism-related technical assistance of the European Union, the Council of Europe, NATO and other regional organizations have helped Bosnia and Herzegovina to carry out necessary reforms undertaken with the aim of achieving the country's full integration into Euro-Atlantic security structures.”
2008-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6034 (2008) · source
“Designed to improve cooperation and interaction among the Member States, the new methods of work of the counter-terrorism committees and bodies will no doubt help us to achieve our common goal - countering and preventing terrorist attacks. Combating terrorism and addressing its root causes in order to prevent insurgency and the spread of terrorist acts are today among the most challenging issues on the United Nations agenda. Convening this meeting on such an important global topic is indeed timely and imperative, especially in the light of the recent tragic events that took place Mumbai, India. Bosnia and Herzegovina strongly condemns those horrible terror attacks, and I avail myself of this opportunity to reiterate the deepest condolences and sympathies to the families of the victims and to the friendly people of India.”
2008-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6034 (2008) · source
“The Monitoring Team of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999) concerning Al-Qaida and the Taliban and associated individuals and entities conducted a visit to Bosnia and Herzegovina in May 2006 and officially acknowledged our State authorities' efforts to implement sanctions and to undertake effective measures to counter the threat of terrorism. The same Committee also recognized the need for further technical assistance, in particular in strengthening and modernizing our capacities with respect to immigration and border control. That Committee and the Counter-Terrorism Committee made a field visit to Bosnia and Herzegovina in November 2007, and we hope that their forthcoming findings will help us to fulfil our international obligations and further promote our legitimate fight against terrorism.”
2008-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6034 (2008) · source
“In an ongoing manner, the Ministry of Security of Bosnia and Herzegovina closely monitors the situation in the world in this regard and is currently involved in drafting a new national document on fighting terrorism and strengthening the counter- terrorism capacities of our country. At the international level, our country is actively cooperating with the Counter-Terrorism Committee, in particular with regard to the implementation of resolution 1373 (2001) and the implementation of the Al-Qaida/Taliban sanctions.”
2008-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6034 (2008) · source
“Bosnia and Herzegovina continues to invest significant efforts in the prevention and fight against terrorism, and it has been confirmed as an active member of the counter- terrorism coalition committed to fighting all types of terrorist activity, especially through institutional capacity-building and the harmonization of its legislation with the relevant United Nations and European conventions and protocols. Bosnia and Herzegovina has also concluded a series of bilateral treaties and agreements on police cooperation with other countries in our region and beyond, as part of its fight against terrorism. Most of the measures set forth in our strategy for combating terrorism adopted in July 2006 have been successfully implemented.”
2008-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6034 (2008) · source
“Indeed, the challenges posed to the modern world and our societies by the various forms, methods and manifestations of international terrorism make the rethinking of current approaches to preventing and combating this phenomenon inevitable, thereby reaffirming the necessity of strengthening international cooperation in this very respect. I remain confident that such a cooperative approach will prevail and will bring results, providing at the same time for a significant contribution to the strengthening of global security. At the very outset, I would like to stress that Bosnia and Herzegovina remains fully committed to the fight against this scourge and will continue to make an active contribution in this respect.”
2008-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6034 (2008) · source
“It is my special privilege and pleasure to have the opportunity to address the Security Council today and to share some views on the increasingly important topic of the relationship between global security and international terrorism. On behalf of Bosnia and Herzegovina, I would like to express our best wishes to the Government of Croatia for its presidency of the Security Council this month. Today's agenda and the presence of the President of Croatia, Mr. Stjepan Mesic', should once again show the importance that Croatia and countries in the region accord to the issue of terrorism, which has taken the lives of hundreds of innocent civilians.”
2008-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6034 (2008) · source