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1. “I would like to thank you, Mr. President, and thank the Secretary-General for the important remarks he made today. Mr. President, let me begin by thanking you for your recent visit to Washington, DC. Your visit highlighted the enduring strength of the bilateral relationship between the United States and Lebanon, as well as the many common goals we share, including reaching a comprehensive Arab-Israeli peace. The United States continues to strongly support Lebanon's independence and sovereignty and the full implementation of resolutions 1559 (2004), 1680 (2006) and 1701 (2006). We are pleased to note that there have been two rounds of proximity talks between Israelis and Palestinians already.”

   2010-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6322 (2010) · source

2. “We also remain firmly committed to Bosnia and Herzegovina's sovereignty and territorial integrity and its integration into Euro- Atlantic institutions, in line with the goals of its leaders and the wishes of its citizens.”

   2010-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6319 (2010) · source

3. “In April, NATO foreign ministers invited Bosnia into NATO's Membership Action Plan, but with the clear expectation that the issue of immovable defence property must be resolved before Bosnia and Herzegovina can advance in the process. This decision shows the international community's confidence that Bosnia and Herzegovina will undertake the important reforms still needed to strengthen its institutions and function more effectively as a State. The ultimate responsibility for resolving these issues rests with its leadership. The United States remains committed to the framework established by the Dayton Accords and to strengthening State institutions.”

   2010-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6319 (2010) · source

4. “It is important for the country's leadership to break the troubling cycle in which narrow ethnic and short-term political interests are pursued at the expense of long-term objectives that would benefit all of Bosnia and Herzegovina's communities. Despite the challenges that lie ahead, Bosnia and Herzegovina's responsible and constructive tenure on the Council to date demonstrates again the positive role that the country can play in the international community. We welcome the progress that Bosnia and Herzegovina and its neighbours have made to promote reconciliation, improve bilateral relations and confront the legacy of the past by condemning war crimes.”

   2010-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6319 (2010) · source

5. “In this regard, we also share High Representative Inzko's concerns about what the report calls a deteriorated political atmosphere, including challenges to the High Representative's authority. In numerous resolutions, the Council has affirmed the High Representative's Bonn powers and his responsibility to exercise them to ensure peace, stability and compliance with the Dayton Agreement. Thirdly, as we approach the October 2010 national elections, we are concerned that divisive and damaging political rhetoric may threaten regional reconciliation efforts, undermine progress on the country's Euro-Atlantic agenda and distract attention from real national priorities. It is simply unacceptable to propose or speculate about the dissolution of the State, even a peaceful dissolution.”

   2010-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6319 (2010) · source

6. “Along with our European partners, the United States will continue to engage with participants from all of Bosnia and Herzegovina's communities in promoting the constitutional reforms needed for the country's eventual integration into the EU and NATO. But ultimately, the burden of achieving the country's aspirations rests on Bosnia and Herzegovina's political leaders and depends on their responsibility, commitment and willingness to compromise. Secondly, like many in Bosnia and Herzegovina and many in this Chamber, the United States looks forward to the day when the Office of the High Representative will no longer be needed. Again, we urge Bosnia's leaders to find the compromises needed to fulfil the remaining requirements, particularly on immovable defence property.”

   2010-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6319 (2010) · source

7. “We share the High Representative's conclusion that Bosnia and Herzegovina has made only limited progress in addressing constitutional and other reforms necessary for EU candidacy. We urge Bosnia's leaders to cross the ethnic divide and find the compromises needed to build a functional State that can meet EU and NATO requirements. As Vice-President Biden said to the Bosnian Parliament on 19 May 2009, the United States is proud to support a peaceful, successful Bosnia and Herzegovina. But to achieve this goal, Bosnia's leaders must work together across ethnic lines and party lines and interact with the rest of the world as a single sovereign State.”

   2010-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6319 (2010) · source

8. “The United States is proud to be a partner in that important effort. And in January of this year, we welcomed Bosnia and Herzegovina as a valued colleague on the Security Council. These important accomplishments all show that the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina want to live in a stable, functional State capable of European and Euro-Atlantic integration. The United States supports the aspiration of Bosnia and Herzegovina's people for a European future. With this in mind, let me highlight three concerns raised by High Representative Inzko's report (see S/2010/235). First, while some progress has been made on defence and other necessary reforms, more needs to be done.”

   2010-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6319 (2010) · source

9. “Let me begin by welcoming to the Council Mr. Haris Siladeic', Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina. I thank him very much for his comments today. Let me also welcome High Representative Inzko and thank him for his comprehensive and excellent briefing. The United States deeply appreciates his dedication and hard work in support of implementation of the Dayton Accords. Nearly 15 years have passed since the signing of the Dayton Accords. In that time, Bosnia and Herzegovina has made significant progress to overcome its past. The country now has a single military, has signed a Stabilization and Association Agreement with the European Union (EU) and has taken steps towards NATO membership. We welcome the decision of Bosnia and Herzegovina's leaders to destroy excess arms and ammunition.”

   2010-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6319 (2010) · source

10. “We hope that the Secretary- General will be able to report to the Council, in his upcoming report, on Eritrea's compliance with resolution 1907 (2009) and that positive steps are being taken with the States involved. Eritrea should withdraw its troops from the contested area, engage in dialogue with Djibouti and stop financing and supporting armed insurgent groups in Somalia. The United States calls on Eritrea to move forward in resolving its border issues peacefully, in accordance with resolution 1862 (2009), and to take steps to avoid further conflict in a region that already faces tremendous instability.”

    2010-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6316 (2010) · source

11. “It will help prevent obstruction of the Monitoring Group's work, violations of the arms embargo and harbouring, financing, facilitating, supporting, organizing, training or inciting individuals or groups to commit acts of violence or terrorism against other States or their citizens. The United States is working with the sanctions Committee to ensure that regional spoilers and violators of the sanctions are held accountable. All Member States have obligations under the sanctions regime to enforce the arms embargoes, and we ask Member States to share information on the designated groups and individuals with the Committee. We look forward to the continued good work of the Monitoring Group.”

    2010-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6316 (2010) · source

12. “That resolution created a robust sanctions regime that includes an arms embargo, cargo inspections and seizure in certain situations, and targeted measures for individuals and entities listed by the Council's Somalia-Eritrea sanctions Committee. Resolution 1907 (2009) is a clear demonstration of the international community's resolve to take action against those who threaten the peace and security of the region. The resolution is aimed at preventing support to armed opposition groups seeking to destabilize the region. It will also help prevent the obstruction of resolution 1862 (2009) concerning Djibouti.”

    2010-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6316 (2010) · source

13. “It has not withdrawn its troops from the contested area, nor has it engaged in dialogue with Djibouti or initiated discussions with the United Nations. Moreover, the Monitoring Group of the Security Council's Somalia-Eritrea sanctions Committee has noted in past reports that Eritrea has provided funding, weapons and training to armed insurgent groups that perpetuate war in Somalia and thereby violate resolution 1844 (2008). That threatens international peace and security by destabilizing the region, including Djibouti. One reason why the United States supported last year's resolution 1907 (2009) is because of those violations and actions.”

    2010-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6316 (2010) · source

14. “That will be an important opportunity to demonstrate the international community's resolve to work with Somalis towards our common goals. The United States supports the development of a capable professional national security force for the TFG. We commend the Ugandan and Burundi troop contributions to AMISOM, which now total 6,200 personnel. The United States has supported stability in the region, with more than $174 million directed to providing predeployment training, equipment and logistical support to countries contributing troops to AMISOM. We recognize that very difficult challenges remain. Somalia's instability has encouraged extremism and led to a growing refugee problem in the region. Eritrea has failed to comply with resolution 1862 (2009).”

    2010-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6316 (2010) · source

15. “Despite recent political events, the TFG needs to be unified in its efforts to implement the Djibouti peace process and to focus on the critical issues at hand, including governance, security and the provision of services to the Somali people in a transparent and accountable manner. It is also important that the TFG work to expand its base of support, even as it makes every effort to include women leaders in the political process. The United States is committed to working with those in Somalia who seek reconciliation, peace, stability and economic development. We urge the TFG to find creative ways to build a better future for Somalia and its people. We look forward to the United Nations development conference on Somalia that begins in Istanbul on 21 May.”

    2010-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6316 (2010) · source

16. “Djibouti has an important role to play in promoting regional stability. Djibouti has hosted important discussions on regional peace and security, including through the Djibouti peace process and International Maritime Organization conferences on counter-piracy initiatives, among other things. Djibouti has also committed 450 soldiers to AMISOM. and is involved in training the Somali national security force. Amid the complexity of the situation in Somalia, the United States underscores its ongoing support for the Djibouti peace process and the Transitional Federal Government.”

    2010-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6316 (2010) · source

17. “Let me, too, welcome President Guelleh and thank him for his remarks and his important leadership on the many critical issues facing Djibouti and the region, with a focus on increasing the well-being of the people, fighting piracy and working for peace. The Horn of Africa faces many difficult political and security challenges, from counter-terrorism to urgent humanitarian issues. We welcome Djibouti's constructive role in working with States of the region and the international community to address them. Today, I would like to focus on three points: Djibouti's leadership in providing stability to the Horn of Africa, the critical role played by the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) and the challenges facing the Transitional Federal Government (TFG), and, finally the unresolved border dispute between Djibouti and Eritrea.”

    2010-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6316 (2010) · source

18. “We also condemn the recent incidents of Violence against licensed telephone system operators, apparently in retaliation against Kosovo Government regulatory efforts. Violence is an unacceptable response that undercuts the rule of law and legitimate efforts to ensure that entities licensed by Kosovo can provide public services in Kosovo. Kosovo's independence is irreversible. Partition is not acceptable. Kosovo's status and borders are settled. The development of effective democratic institutions and efforts to maximize the participation of all citizens is an ongoing process. The United States stands with Kosovo, Serbia and all of the Balkan countries as they advance along the path of building stable, secure democracies that are fully integrated into European and Euro-Atlantic institutions.”

    2010-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6314 (2010) · source

19. “We condemn recent incidents of inter-ethnic violence, although, as the report notes, there has been no overall increase in the number of incidents, including those affecting minority communities. The 20 April attack against 26 Kosovo Serb returnee families in the Istog/Istok municipality was unacceptable. We commend Prime Minister Thaci's swift response, including the commitment to providing financial and technical assistance to the Victims and 24-hour Kosovo Police patrols for the returnees. The Kosovo Police's smooth assumption from the Kosovo Force in March of responsibility for protecting the Gazimestan monument offered another example of the Government stepping up to its responsibilities.”

    2010-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6314 (2010) · source

20. “It is an encouraging sign that Easter services were held in the Sveti Sava Church in South Mitrovica for the first time since 2004. I should note that the United States is pleased to support the reconstruction efforts at Sveti Sava and at other sites, working with the Reconstruction Implementation Commission, in which the Government of Kosovo actively participates. We hope that the Commission's work can now move forward more rapidly with the cooperation and participation of all affected parties. To this end, we support the EU's newly appointed facilitator, Ambassador Moschopoulos. Finally, we agree with the Secretary-General's conclusion that the overall situation has remained relatively calm but fragile.”

    2010-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6314 (2010) · source

21. “We welcome the recent decision to reopen the Kosovo Property Agency offices in Serbia under the auspices of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. We now look to the stakeholders to expedite the Agency's work and remove impediments to resolving remaining cases. As the Secretary-General's report (s/2010/ 169) notes, there were nearly five times the number of returns in January and February this year than in the same period in 2009. We call on both Kosovo and Serbia to support conditions to extend this constructive trend to facilitate sustainable returns. Fourthly, let me commend the statements made recently to promote reconciliation by the leaders of both Serbia and Kosovo, including President Tadie's remarks on Orthodox Christmas and President Sejdiu's remarks on Orthodox Easter.”

    2010-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6314 (2010) · source

22. “We welcome the Government of Kosovo's efforts to refine and implement a strategy - which was endorsed by the Kosovo Assembly with the support of representatives of all Kosovo's communities - to extend the benefits of good, accountable, legitimate Government to citizens in the North. We also welcome the European Union's (EU) plans, with the help of the robust presence of the EU Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo in the North, to step up efforts there. We call on Belgrade and Pristina to find opportunities for pragmatic cooperation that can improve life for communities in Kosovo's North, including on cross-border, crime, customs and other rule of law andjudicial issues. Thirdly, we commend the efforts of Kosovo and Serbia to resolve issues affecting displaced persons, including setting the conditions for safe return to their homes in Kosovo.”

    2010-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6314 (2010) · source

23. “We commend these forward-thinking leaders of Kosovo's Serb community for their constructive and courageous engagement on behalf of their communities. This effort is still a work in progress, but we believe that success here will encourage engagement by Kosovo Serbs in the North, who also demand and deserve responsive local Government that serves their communities' real interests. The upcoming June elections in Partesh/Partes will provide another opportunity for citizens to make their voices heard and effect real change. In contrast, the parallel elections again planned for Mitrovica later this month are not the path to a thriving community. They only detract from good faith efforts to promote stability and reconciliation in Kosovo and the region. Secondly, improving governance and the rule of law in northern Kosovo is essential.”

    2010-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6314 (2010) · source

24. “First, we welcome the progress made by the Government of Kosovo in enhancing its institutional capacity as it pursues democratic development, regional stability and Euro-Atlantic integration. Kosovo authorities are building on the strong foundation of last fall's municipal elections in implementing the decentralization process laid out in the Ahtisaari plan, which will improve governance and empower all communities. With help from the central Government, newly elected mayors and Serb majority municipalities are putting good governance structures in place and reaching out to the population to address local needs. Deputy Secretary of State Steinberg met with these Serb mayors in April. He found them to be enthusiastic about decentralization and the resources it affords them.”

    2010-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6314 (2010) · source

25. “Let me start by welcoming Kosovo Foreign Minister Hyseni and Serbian Foreign Minister Jeremie to the Council today. Let me also thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Zannier for his excellent and comprehensive briefing. The United States deeply appreciates the work he and his team are doing to support peace and security. The second anniversary of Kosovo's independence was 17 February, an occasion to mark Kosovo's development as an open, multi-ethnic and democratic republic. Sixty-eight countries have now recognized Kosovo, and the United States congratulates Kosovo and its citizens on the progress they have made to strengthen their democracy and governing institutions and to contribute to stability in the Balkans during these two years. With this in mind, I would like to focus on five points.”

    2010-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6314 (2010) · source

26. “Targeted attacks on aid workers and on United Nations facilities as well as kidnappings and extortion have hampered attempts to provide life-saving humanitarian aid. We call upon all parties to ensure the unhindered delivery of humanitarian assistance. For our part, the United States provide more than $150 million in food and non-food emergency assistance in 2009 to help meet the health, nutrition, protection, water, sanitation and hygiene needs of the Somali population. The United States is committed to seeing peace and stability take hold in Somalia, for the Somali people, the region and the world. We encourage the Transitional Federal Government to keep up its momentum and to continue to chart a steady course towards the peaceful and prosperous future that Somalia deserves.”

    2010-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6313 (2010) · source

27. “Somalia continues to face a dire humanitarian situation. More than 3.2 million people need both food and non-food assistance. Several factors - consecutive seasons which have failed or poor rainfall, ongoing conflict, rising inflation, displacement and outbreaks of disease - have combined to severely worsen food security and drive up rates of acute malnutrition. Lack of security and stability further worsens the humanitarian situation. The United States is committed to meeting the Somali people's humanitarian needs. We condemn the obstruction of access to aid for more than 1 million Somalis, by Al-Shabaab and other violent extremists. The deteriorating security situation in southern and central Somalia has steadily eroded areas in which humanitarian groups can operate.”

    2010-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6313 (2010) · source

28. “The United States strongly condemns the exploitation of children by these groups to pursue violent agendas, and we call upon all parties to immediately release the children within their ranks and provide for their proper reintegration into civilian life. Basic civil liberties such as freedom of speech must be respected. The recent murder of Sheikh Nur Mohamed Abkey, a 30-year veteran journalist killed in Somalia this month is a tragic affront. The United States condemns this crime in the strongest terms. We also condemn Al-Shabaab's recent moves to restrict freedom of speech by ordering radio stations to stop broadcasting news and music. These moves demonstrate the increasing isolation of Somalia's spoilers, who know that transparent political dialogue on the airwaves could eliminate their already meagre support.”

    2010-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6313 (2010) · source

29. “The United States is prepared to do its part by providing pre-deployment training and equipment to willing AMISOM. troop-contributing countries. The United States also continues to support the development of a professional, effective national security force. The international community must look for ways to safely make a greater impact within Somalia. We support the plans of the United Nations Political Office for Somalia to move towards a larger footprint in Somalia, which we believe will help the Transitional Federal Government make further progress. Reports about the more frequent recruitment and use of children as soldiers in Somalia are appalling and a cause for great concern.”

    2010-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6313 (2010) · source

30. “We encourage other nations to step forward with additional contributions. The United States strongly supports AMISOM through funding for a logistical support package. Since AMISOM. first deployed in 2007, the United States has obligated $174 million for logistical support, equipment and pre-deployment training to its forces. Both the Transitional Federal Government security forces and AMISOM. have urgent equipment and training requirements that require donor support. The international community can express its gratitude to the troop-contributing countries by fulfilling the commitments made at the Brussels donor conference, including pledges to build the National Security Forces, the Somalia police force and the national security committee.”

    2010-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6313 (2010) · source

31. “We urge all Member States to effectively implement the asset freeze, the travel ban and the targeted arms embargo against the listed individuals and Al-Shabaab. We also urge all Member States to ensure that the territorial arms embargo is being fully implemented. Supporting the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) is central to our strategy to stabilize Mogadishu and support the Somali peace process. AMISOM. protects key installations in Mogadishu, offers political space for a Somali-led reconciliation process and provides security so that humanitarian assistance can be delivered. We commend Uganda and Burundi for their generous troop contributions to AMISOM, including the recent addition of a fourth Ugandan battalion; the Mission now has a force of 6,200, closer to its mandated strength of 8,000.”

    2010-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6313 (2010) · source

32. “The United States supports the upcoming United Nations development Conference on Somalia to be held in Istanbul in May with participation from the Somali diaspora. We commend the Turkish Government for its leadership on these critical issues, and we hope that this Conference will lead to critical investments in infrastructure and other projects that will provide Somali-led employment and training options for the Somali people. With greater security, the Transitional Federal Government could make even greater gains. Spoilers continue to destabilize Somalia and risk its future. Recently, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 751 (1992) concerning Somalia listed several of these spoilers for targeted sanctions, including Al-Shabaab and some of its leaders.”

    2010-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6313 (2010) · source

33. “We are similarly encouraged by the Transitional Federal Government's progress in drafting a new constitution and its efforts to open new schools, improve hospitals and renovate police stations. The Transitional Federal Government must strive to make even more progress on both its federal and transitional agendas by providing basic social services, working to build an integrated security force, extending a consultative constitutional process, building alliances and providing political support to regions. We hope it will also focus on other important goals such as expanding revenue collection, ensuring that salaries are paid to its security forces and providing young people with employment opportunities that offer viable alternatives to extremism and militancy.”

    2010-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6313 (2010) · source

34. “The United States applauds the Transitional Federal Government for its recent efforts to build political support and cultivate stability, and we encourage the Transitional Federal Government to redouble those efforts. The Djibouti peace process should remain the primary focus. We urge all groups interested in peace to come to the table. The agreement with Ahlu Sunna Wal Jama'a is an important step towards this goal. We welcome similar continued efforts to expand the Transitional Federal Government's message of stability, responsibility and inclusiveness. We also welcome the recent memorandum of understanding signed with the "Puntland" administration on counter- piracy cooperation.”

    2010-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6313 (2010) · source

35. “Let me begin by thanking Special Representative Ould Abdallah for his informative briefing. Let me also welcome Somali Deputy Prime Minister Ibrahim and Environment Minister Hamza to the Security Council and commend them for their dedication to the people of Somalia. I would also like to welcome to the Council Mr. Ramtane Lamamra, African Union Commissioner for Peace and Security, and express our appreciation for the African Union's work in Somalia. The United States continues to View the situation in Somalia with deep concern. Somalia's stability depends on effective governance based on a process of inclusive political dialogue. As such, we underscore our support for the Djibouti peace process.”

    2010-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6313 (2010) · source

36. “The United States remains deeply committed to working with Haiti and its international partners in the country's reconstruction and renewal. The United States also shares the EU's commitment to taking concrete action in the area of women, peace and security, including empowering women, deepening their involvement in political processes and ending sexual violence in conflict zones, including the horrific use of rape as a weapon of war. We also welcome the EU's leadership on other important initiatives, such as the protection of civilians, particularly vulnerable children. The United States applauds the many contributions the EU has made to peace and security and looks forward to continuing its partnership with the EU to address pressing global challenges.”

    2010-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6306 (2010) · source

37. “We thank the EU for committing substantial resources to furthering the African Union's efforts to bring peace and security to the continent. The United States applauds the EU's creation and funding of the African Peace Facility, as well as its contribution to building capacity for peace operations. We also appreciate the EU's efforts to train Somali security forces to fight terrorism more effectively, and the EU's strong efforts to combat piracy off the coast of Somalia. The United States is also working alongside the African Union to ensure that these investments pay dividends in the years to come. My Government is grateful for the EU's rapid response to the earthquake in Haiti and for the EU's role in organizing the successful donor conference held in March.”

    2010-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6306 (2010) · source

38. “From conflict prevention to peacekeeping to peacebuilding, the European Union has been a critical partner of the United Nations in managing crises throughout the world. The EU has worked together with Afghanistan's Ministry of the Interior to strengthen the rule of law, thereby contributing to international efforts to build up the capacity of Afghan institutions to withstand and defeat violent extremism. Or consider the Great Lakes region of Africa, where the EU Special Representative, in coordination with the United Nations and other international partners, has worked towards lasting solutions to numerous challenges. The European Union is also sharing its peacekeeping and peacebuilding expertise with other regional organizations.”

    2010-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6306 (2010) · source

39. “I would like to congratulate you, Mr. President, on assuming the presidency of the Council. I would also like to congratulate Ambassador Takasu for his excellent work as President during the month of April. I thank High Representative Ashton very much for her briefing today. The United States shares the commitment of the European Union (EU) to multilateral diplomacy as an essential tool for addressing global challenges in our interconnected world. In accordance with the United Nations Charter, regional and subregional organizations play important roles in preventing, managing and resolving conflicts. The United States deeply appreciates the lasting contributions that the EU has made to peace and security across a wide range of issues.”

    2010-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6306 (2010) · source

40. “We urge the parties to work with the international community to ensure full respect for human rights both in Western Sahara and in the Tindouf camps. In this context, we underscore the importance of making progress on the human rights situation. Given the current situation on the ground and Ambassador Ross's continuing efforts, we agree that the presence of MINURSO remains indispensable. That is why we have just supported renewing MINURSO's mandate for another 12 months.”

    2010-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6305 (2010) · source

41. “We believe that it is essential that the parties demonstrate the political will to identify a mutually acceptable solution, and we hope that neighbouring States will assist the parties in doing so. We call on the parties to work collaboratively with the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees to facilitate the implementation of their agreement regarding family visits, including the establishment of family visits by land. We hope that family visits by air will be resumed as soon as possible and that the parties will engage constructively with each other and the Personal Envoy of the Secretary-General to pursue other forms of confidence-building measures. We are deeply concerned about the allegations of human rights abuses by the parties.”

    2010-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6305 (2010) · source

42. “The United States fully supports the Secretary-General and his Personal Envoy, Chris Ross, in their efforts to find a peaceful, sustainable and mutually agreed solution to the Western Sahara conflict, and welcomes the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Western Sahara and head of the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO), Hany Abdel-Aziz. We welcome the fact that, during Ambassador Ross's recent trip to the region, all of his interlocutors confirmed their commitment to cooperating with the United Nations to reach a solution to the Western Sahara conflict as soon as possible. We encourage all involved to come to the table without preconditions. This conflict has languished for too long and has hindered regional cooperation on urgent and emerging issues facing North Africa.”

    2010-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6305 (2010) · source

43. “Ireland is committed to further engagement and cooperation with Timor-Leste in relation to Security Council resolution 1325 (2000), and we will continue to sponsor a range of gender-specific initiatives. We hope that today's debate will help to further underline the Security Council's attention to gender issues in post-conflict settings.”

    2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source

44. “The first substantive meeting was held in Belfast in 2009 and the second in Dili in December 2009, and we look forward to our final meeting in Liberia in April. The overarching theme of the Dili meeting was prevention of violence against women in conflict and post-conflict settings. The focus was on sharing experience and identifying specific challenges and achievements. The clear commitment of the Timorese people to the principles of resolution 1325 (2000) is deeply impressive. The variety of experience brought to the conference by the Timorese delegation greatly contributed to its success. Their stories were powerful reminders of the need to operationalize Security Council resolution 1325 (2000).”

    2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source

45. “The section of the report on the rule of law, justice and human rights catalogues the serious and widespread violence against women and children and the gender-specific obstacles that women face in securing access to justice. In the section dealing with socio-economic development, the statistical breakdown by gender is enlightening. For example, access to microfinance is 70 to 80 per cent female, although women often receive little community support for their entrepreneurial activities. The gender issues identified by the report provide the context for the cross-learning initiative on Security Council resolution 1325 (2000) which Ireland has launched together with Liberia and Timor-Leste. Our initiative is designed to draw upon the experiences of those directly affected by conflict in all three locations.”

    2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source

46. “As I said, the principal aspect I wish to address is the gender dimension. We particularly commend the Secretary-General's report for the clarity of its gender focus. As well as the overview of gender issues, there are highly relevant comments and statistics in each of the four areas addressed. In the security sector, for example, the report notes that 19 per cent of the National Police personnel is female - a higher proportion than in most countries. The United Nations police contingent, less than 4 per cent female, comes nowhere near matching that proportion. As the report notes, it remains highly desirable to increase the proportion of women officers in the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT) police.”

    2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source

47. “I wish to say just a brief word, however, on the issue of impunity. Addressing the legacy of conflict is a highly sensitive and complex process. We know from our own experience on the island of Ireland just how fraught that process can be. Timor-Leste has taken important steps towards tackling its difficult legacy, but considerable and urgent challenges remain. We note that civil society organizations have expressed their strong concerns in this regard. We commend the Timorese leadership and members of its National Parliament for their renewed attention to this area. It is our hope that the current activity, led by Parliament, will generate a robust and credible institution capable of further contributing to stability and healing. Ireland remains willing to provide appropriate assistance to that process.”

    2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source

48. “I welcome this opportunity to address the Security Council. I align myself with the statement just made on behalf of the European Union. Ireland enjoys a close relationship with Timor- Leste and its people. We were very active supporters of the quest for self-determination and have remained a strong backer in the years since independence. The report of the Secretary-General before us today (S/2010/85) is convincing in its analysis and clear in its recommendations. It gives full weight to what has been achieved without underestimating or understating the challenges yet to be met. In speaking today, my main focus is on the gender dimension, since cooperation in relation to Security Council resolution 1325 (2000) is one of the key areas of cooperation between Ireland and Timor- Leste.”

    2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source

49. “The message from the coalface - that actions must match words, that all of us must demonstrate a much greater sense of urgency, and that Security Council members must exercise the responsibilities that accompany the privileges of membership - must be heeded.”

    2009-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6216Resumption1 (2009) · source

50. “Fourthly and finally, with regard to the responsibility to protect, Ireland has participated actively in the evolution of the discussion on the responsibility to protect. We view it as an extremely important vehicle for advancing the work on the protection of civilians in armed conflict. Resolution 63/308, adopted by the General Assembly in September, was very welcome. However, like many others, we would have preferred a text that more clearly mapped out the future development of the work. The reference to the responsibility to protect in resolution 1894 (2009), adopted today, undoubtedly will help to reinvigorate efforts. The test of success for today's debate will be whether it moves us beyond analysis and consciousness-raising to more concrete outcomes.”

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