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first: 2009-09-09
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“We agree with the Secretary-General's conclusion that decisions taken in the short term should not prejudice medium- and long-term peacebuilding, but that they should be mutually reinforcing. Recognizing the nexus between peace, security and development leads me to the second important element, which is the necessity of deciding upon a comprehensive strategy and a political-strategic compass that is designed to support viable peace processes and political, economic and social stability. In other words, that strategy should be an integrated one that merges the tools of peacemaking, peacekeeping and peacebuilding. It should also be coherent, adapted to the needs of a situation and well- coordinated Vis-a-Vis the various actors involved in peacebuilding.”
2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source
“In our view, the new peacebuilding agenda requires, first and foremost, recognition in practice, not just in rhetoric, of the substantive and inherent linkages between peace, security, stability, development, human rights and the rule of law. That, in turn, compels us to take complementary, integrated and properly sequenced actions in all those areas, so as to achieve a catalytic impact on the outcome of our peacebuilding endeavours. Indeed, peacebuilding requires well-calibrated action, not only in various policy areas but also with regard to short-term, medium-term and long-term goals. That was also one of the messages of the Secretary General's report last year (S/2009/304).”
2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source
“Moreover, the draft presidential statement that is before us includes a number of measures relevant to post- conflict peacebuilding. We fully support it. The challenges we are addressing today are not new. For over a decade, we have grappled with how to bring peacebuilding upstream and how to mount a more rapid and effective response in the immediate aftermath of a conflict. Although the challenges aggravated by global resource constraints remain formidable, the renewed enthusiasm on the part of Member States and the international community, as well as the impetus gained so far through the reform of United Nations peace operations, have brought about added optimism for a new peacebuilding agenda.”
2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source
“First of all, I wish to welcome you, Sir, and to commend Japan's presidency for organizing this meeting. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General and the Managing Director of World Bank for their substantive briefings, which included valuable assessments and recommendations on how to develop post-conflict peacebuilding processes. We are particularly honoured by the presence of the Ministers for Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan and Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well that of the Ministers of Sierra-Leone and Timor-Leste. The concept note provided by Japan (S/2010/167) includes pertinent questions that encompass a wide range of issues on the peacebuilding agenda. It also provides food for thought for future discussion. In that respect, I shall today limit my intervention to four points that we deem to be of particular importance.”
2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source
“At this critical stage, there is also no alternative but to focus on the political process, build trust, renounce violence and push forward with determination and good will for a comprehensive peace in the Middle East.”
2010-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6298 (2010) · source
“The recent escalation along the borders of Gaza showed once again that, so long as the wounds of this humanitarian tragedy are left open, there can be no mutual confidence or sense of stability in the area. The full implementation of resolution 1860 (2009) holds the key to security and stability in the region. A return to normal life in Gaza and the onset of reconstruction and regular economic activity would have a very positive impact on the overall climate in the region. We agree with the Secretary-General that there is no alternative to negotiations for a comprehensive and just settlement, and no alternative to addressing all of the core issues necessary to a two-State solution.”
2010-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6298 (2010) · source
“We call on Israel to revise these policies, which contradict the relevant Security Council decisions. Disunity on the Palestinian side also continues to be of major concern. It not only hinders the maintenance of a functional socio-political system in Palestine, but impedes the resumption of the peace process. We will continue to urge the Palestinian factions to resolve their differences. Despite certain steps by the Israeli side, the situation in Gaza remains mostly unchanged. The siege continues, with Palestinians inside continuing to suffer without proper housing, education, infrastructure, job opportunities or health services. The situation is neither acceptable nor sustainable.”
2010-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6298 (2010) · source
“Therefore, instead of being pushed to the centre of the Middle East conflict, the issue of Jerusalem should be the inspiration leading the way towards lasting settlement and cooperation. The military escalation in the West Bank is also a cause for serious concern and places the progress made by the Palestinian Authority in State-building in jeopardy. At this stage, the focus should be on empowering the Palestinian Authority. Palestinians should be able to use more of their land and to enjoy their fundamental rights. However, restrictions continue to delay Palestinian economic and social development. In particular, the new military order enabling the occupying forces to detain, imprison and deport Palestinians from the West Bank cannot contribute to Palestinian State-building and mutual trust, let alone lasting peace in the region.”
2010-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6298 (2010) · source
“Therefore, we believe that Israel must fully and permanently stop its illegal settlement activities in the occupied territories and refrain from any unilateral or provocative action, particularly in East Jerusalem. Jerusalem is a deeply important issue, not only for Israelis and Palestinians, but also for Muslims, Jews and Christians throughout the world. Any attempt to change the fabric and status of Jerusalem or to take steps to perpetuate the occupation in defiance of the relevant Security Council resolutions would pose a serious threat to stability and peace. The historical and universal heritage of Jerusalem, which we are bound to protect and preserve, represents in itself the values of unity, peace and harmony.”
2010-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6298 (2010) · source
“The negotiations should lead to a comprehensive peace based on two States, agreed borders based on those of 1967, Jerusalem as the capital for both States, and a just settlement for refugees. Relevant Security Council resolutions, the Madrid principles, the Road Map and the Arab Peace Initiative provide the required basis for such an end result. We hope that this time there will be a chance for peace along these basic lines. The climate in the region will inevitably have a direct impact on the success of the talks. Attempting to change the facts on the ground in order to prejudice the outcome of the negotiations would yield no result, but would undermine trust.”
2010-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6298 (2010) · source
“First of all, let me join my colleagues in extending our condolences to China after today's deadly earthquake. I wish to thank Under-Secretary-General Pascoe for his briefing. We fully support the Under-Secretary- General's efforts. His recent visit to Israel and Palestine was important in terms of highlighting the current issues. As Mr. Pascoe stated, efforts to put the peace process back on track are still under way. The Quartet statement of 19 March deserves our full attention and outlines what should be done in the period ahead. We look forward to the actual start of the proximity talks and continue to support United States efforts towards this end. The talks should start as soon as possible, since the absence of a functioning peace process is leading to an increasingly precarious environment in the region.”
2010-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6298 (2010) · source
“As Turkey is the country that coordinated the discussion on the draft resolution, 2 I am pleased to submit the draft resolution to extend the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). It is our sincere hope that the Council will reaffirm its unwavering support for UNAMA by adopting the draft resolution unanimously.”
2010-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6290 (2010) · source
“The Central African region, in particular, presents a prime example of this grim reality. I hope and believe that our meeting today and the draft presidential statement, which we fully support, will re-energize our endeavours in the right direction. For its part, Turkey is certainly committed to contributing to all relevant efforts.”
2010-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6288 (2010) · source
“Upholding existing arms embargoes and export bans, improving the security and management of stockpiles of arms and ammunition, and further promoting disarmament within the context of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programmes would also contribute to these efforts. Finally, transparency and information-sharing would certainly help promote consistency in the implementation of agreed multilateral standards. We therefore attach importance to the fulfilment by United Nations Member States of their reporting requirements within the United Nations on their small arms activities. In conclusion, illicit arms trafficking continues to pose a significant threat to international peace and security, which can be tackled only through our collective efforts.”
2010-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6288 (2010) · source
“Turkey favours a comprehensive approach in dealing with this problem and thus remains committed to the effective implementation and further strengthening of the United Nations Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects. We also support the elaboration of more effective international norms and standards. Within this framework, we support the conclusion of an arms trade treaty, which should halt unregulated and uncontrolled trade in conventional arms worldwide and establish common standards for their global trade. Moreover, reinforcing border and customs controls, as well as controls on brokering, licensed production and end use of small arms and light weapons, is indispensable for the prevention of illicit arms trade.”
2010-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6288 (2010) · source
“In this context, we welcome regional initiatives that address this problem, such as the establishment of a subregional register of small arms in Central Africa. Furthermore, not all States have the necessary capabilities to deal with this problem. Therefore, capacity-building emerges as an important component of the struggle in this field. In Central Africa in particular, we should expand foreign aid programmes that seek to eradicate the illicit arms trade in the subregion and do our utmost to help strengthen the capacities of States and indigenous organizations, such as the Economic Community of Central African States. In addition to bilateral aid programmes, United Nations offices also have an essential role to play in the coordination and implementation of relevant programmes, together with local authorities.”
2010-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6288 (2010) · source
“In addition, the proliferation of these weapons makes the peacekeeping and peacebuilding efforts of the international community in various parts of Central Africa not only more difficult, but also highly dangerous. There is also a well documented relationship between the illicit trade in small arms and terrorism and other acts of organized crime. It is of course the responsibility of every State to protect its citizens from the danger posed by the illicit trafficking and unauthorized use of arms and weapons. However, the transboundary nature and the magnitude of the threat warrants strong cooperation and coordination among States, as well as a multidimensional approach that deals with the problem at the local, national, regional and international levels simultaneously.”
2010-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6288 (2010) · source
“An estimated 300,000 civilians have also lost their lives the same way in Burundi. In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the death toll used to average 2,600 per day. The instances of tribal and ethnic Violence in Southern Sudan, which seem to be on the rise, and general lack of security in the triangle between Chad, the Central African Republic and Southern Sudan are also fuelled by the overabundance of small arms and light weapons. The availability of small arms and light weapons also results in protracted armed conflicts, which are among the greatest obstacles to human development and a major cause of mass poverty, as such conflicts decimate economies and dislocate societies. For instance, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo the civil war has resulted in 4 million deaths that can be attributed to malnutrition and disease.”
2010-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6288 (2010) · source
“The excessive accumulation and uncontrolled spread of small arms and light weapons pose a complex set of risks and threats to the security of States and their citizens. This is particularly the case in Central Africa. We therefore welcome the initiative taken by Gabonese presidency to have an open discussion on this issue today. I also thank Deputy Secretary-General Asha-Rose Migiro and Mr. Antonio Maria Costa, as well as Mr. Louis Sylvain-Goma, for their comprehensive and insightful presentations. It is estimated that 90 per cent of civilian casualties in modern conflicts around the world are caused by small arms. The Great Lakes region of Africa has been the most tragic example of that. In 1994, more than 800,000 people were murdered in Rwanda, mostly with small arms, including machetes.”
2010-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6288 (2010) · source
“The Turkish civilian-led PRT will base itself on the successful experience of our first PRT in Wardak province. It will assume responsibility for health, education and development efforts in close coordination with Afghan authorities. It will bring additional civilian capacity to those two provinces and complement the ongoing development efforts in the region. It will also be ready to assist Afghan capacity- building efforts in the area of security by training the Afghan National Police. Finally, we would like to reiterate that, in addition to our diplomatic efforts, Turkey will continue its comprehensive contributions in Afghanistan in cooperation with the United Nations.”
2010-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6287 (2010) · source
“In that context, we would especially like to draw attention to the relevant section of the Secretary-General's report on the situation in areas where stability is fragile due to the inequitable distribution of development aid. We will continue our efforts to fill that gap. I would like to inform the Council that at the provincial reconstruction team (PRT) conference held in Kabul two days ago, Turkey announced the establishment of a new Turkish PRT in Sibirgan, the provincial capital of Cevizcan, at the request of the Afghan Government. Our new PRT will also cover Saripul province. We have already completed our domestic legislative requirements and appointed a senior diplomat as PRT leader. A site survey was conducted last week. We plan to reach operational capability in May.”
2010-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6287 (2010) · source
“We also hosted the Istanbul Summit with the participation of Afghanistan's neighbours. The Istanbul Statement is the first declaration of the region since the Kabul Declaration of 2002 to emphasize regional ownership. We believe it provides a solid basis for enhancing regional cooperation. Regional cooperation was also discussed at the London Conference. On another note, Turkey will also host the fourth Regional Economic Cooperation Conference on Afghanistan in Turkey this year Fourthly, we would like to stress the importance of strengthening civilian efforts in the period ahead. The transfer of responsibilities to Afghan authorities should not be understood as an exit strategy. On the contrary, the international community should increase its civilian presence.”
2010-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6287 (2010) · source
“For that reason, we are trying to incorporate the needs of the United Nations into the current negotiations on UNAMA's new mandate. As the lead country in the Council, Turkey hopes to reach consensus and finalize the discussions on the UNAMA mandate renewal after this debate so that it can be adopted next Monday. On the other hand, we all need to help the United Nations address its security requirements. The continuation of a strong United Nations presence is of the utmost importance, not only in the coming transition period but even beyond. We should therefore all support the Secretary-General in his efforts to that end. Thirdly, regional cooperation and dialogue should be enhanced. Turkey hosted the fourth Turkey- Afghanistan-Pakistan Trilateral Summit in January, with a focus on education.”
2010-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6287 (2010) · source
“It should reach out to all ethnic groups through inclusive policies. What Afghanistan needs now is the strengthening of democratic values and efficient State mechanisms to combat various problems, including misconduct. A comprehensive approach is needed. It should include security, governance, the rule of law, human rights and social and economic development. It should not be limited only to military means. Four areas need special attention: comprehensive economic development; a strong, well-trained and fequipped Afghan military and police; inclusive national reconciliation; and modern education and justice systems that can effectively combat extremism. Secondly, this comprehensive approach is directly linked to a strong United Nations. The role of UNAMA should be strengthened in order to better serve the Afghan people.”
2010-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6287 (2010) · source
“First, the international community has started to approach the current challenges with a new perspective. This year is critical. The London Conference was an important turning point. The key term will be "Afghan leadership" in the period ahead. Afghan leadership should be supported by the international community by all means possible. The gap between Afghan and international perceptions should be minimized. There should be a new beginning. We should empower the Afghan Administration. A political process is necessary. The United Nations should have a central role. The parliamentary elections in September 2010 will be part of this process. The new Administration should embrace the whole nation in the period leading up to the elections. It should focus on national unity and reconstruction efforts.”
2010-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6287 (2010) · source
“At the outset, I should like to thank the Secretary-General for his report (S/2010/127) and Under-Secretary-General Alain Le Roy for his comprehensive briefing. We welcome the new Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Staffan de Mistura, and wish him success. I welcome the Ambassador of Afghanistan to the Council. We would like to commend the report, which provides a detailed outlook. We agree with its contents and observations. The speed of developments unfolding regarding Afghanistan did not change in the past months. I therefore wish to emphasize four points: Afghan leadership, the strengthening of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and its mandate, regional cooperation, and a civilian approach.”
2010-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6287 (2010) · source
“In conclusion, I would like to stress once again that transnational organized crime cannot be prevented by Governments acting individually or through traditional forms of international cooperation. Organized crime and its tremendous financial gains necessitate well-designed, coordinated and comprehensive responses on the part of the international community. As Mr. Costa emphasized, our response must be based on the parallel pillars of development and security, backed by justice. We hope that the Security Council's renewed commitment to addressing transnational threats will re-energize international cooperation. The draft presidential statement, which we fully support, certainly sends the right messages in that direction.”
2010-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6277 (2010) · source
“However, as evidenced by today's debate, there is also a role and responsibility for the Security Council to fulfil in monitoring the impact that these transnational threats have on international peace and security, particularly in areas and issues that the Council is seized of, and taking necessary action as appropriate to help in the fight against these scourges. Turkey is certainly committed to play its role on both accounts. In fact, mindful of the Vital importance of effective international cooperation, Turkey has already signed and ratified all the relevant United Nations conventions, in particular the Convention against Transnational Organized Crime and its Protocols. Turkey has also concluded bilateral agreements with more than 70 countries on cooperation against drug trafficking, terrorism and organized crime.”
2010-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6277 (2010) · source
“We could point to other examples and linkages where various transnational threats work in tandem with one another to the detriment of international peace and security. Of course, the magnitude of the problems they create may differ from region to region. But it is obvious that geography can no longer be a shield against these threats, which recognize no frontiers; and thus the fight against this challenge must be based on a comprehensive, effective and global strategy. We need strong international cooperation on the basis of common and shared responsibility. In this regard, there are already well-established institutions and programmes within and outside the United Nations system for combating these threats. Our efforts must first and foremost be aimed at strengthening cooperation between these framework and improving their efficiency.”
2010-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6277 (2010) · source
“I will not give examples, but it is evident that such transnational threats pose a significant and particular challenge for countries emerging from conflict. They are thus among the reasons exacerbating many crises where the United Nations operates and, as such, they also undermine the peacekeeping, peacemaking and peacebuilding efforts of the international community. Furthermore, the interconnected nature of terrorism and transnational organized crime has become more evident and troubling in recent years. Indeed, today it is a well-documented fact that the revenue generated by drug trafficking has become a primary source of terrorist financing, followed by arms smuggling, human trafficking, money laundering and extortion.”
2010-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6277 (2010) · source
“As a result, they have successfully exploited the opportunities presented by globalization and created parallel economies of their own, living off illicit drug and arms trafficking and money laundering. Today, therefore, we are faced with a unique and growing phenomenon that poses considerable risks and threats to the entire international community. These transnational threats, inter alia, undermine state authority, fuel corruption, hamper economic development and weaken the rule of law. As such, they not only adversely affect the economic and social fabric of the countries concerned and erode the fundamental values of societies; given their transnational and global character, they also create tension and breed conflict among countries. In the Security Council, for instance, we have observed this grim reality on many occasions.”
2010-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6277 (2010) · source
“First, Mr. President, I wish to thank you for organizing this briefing. It is very timely and pertinent for the Security Council to deliberate on the transnational threats to international peace and security posed by drug trafficking, organized crime and terrorism. We also thank the Secretary- General and Mr. Antonio Maria Costa, Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), for their comprehensive and insightful briefings. We very much appreciate the Secretary-General's leadership in raising awareness on this issue, as well as the valuable work done by UNODC in building the capacity of Member States to combat drug trafficking, organized crime and terrorism. In this era of globalization, organized crime groups and networks have unfortunately become more diversified and connected.”
2010-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6277 (2010) · source
“In this regard, we fully support the recommendation of the Secretary-General to extend UNMIT's mandate for a further period of 12 months, with the same composition and a gradual decrease of the police component by mid-2011. Let me conclude by wishing continued success to the Timorese people and Government.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“Given the progress achieved so far, we are confident that Timor-Leste will eventually overcome all these challenges. However, that requires continued national dialogue and unity. Therefore, we join the Secretary-General in encouraging the Government and the opposition to continue broad consultation efforts. We also believe that Timor-Leste requires the continued support of the international community in its quest for peace, stability and prosperity. We thus accept the Secretary-General's recommendation, based on the findings of the technical assessment mission, that UNMIT's present strength and composition should be maintained.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“Despite these considerable achievements, the main issues that contributed to the 2006 crisis, as mentioned in the Secretary-General's report - such as poverty, unemployment, lack of an effective land and property regime and a weak judicial system - continue to pose important challenges and need to be fully addressed in order to anchor stability in Timor- Leste. That is a must for the sustainable development of the country. In particular, the high rate of unemployment among youth is not only worrisome for the economic development of the country, but also stands as a possible risk to the security situation of Timor-Leste. Moreover, gender-based violence should also be addressed comprehensively. In that regard, the training of the PNTL to resolve community issues is of utmost importance.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“We welcome further progress achieved in the registration, screening and certification programme for the PNTL in accordance with the Policing Arrangement. It seems also that quite a few logistical requirements must be fulfilled in order to complete the handover process. In this regard, the findings of the technical assessment mission at the beginning of this year will surely guide future efforts and further progress to enhance security sector reform, internal security and national defence. Improvement of the justice sector and its institutions remains equally important.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“In the same vein, we hope that UNMIT's process of handing over policing responsibilities to the Timorese national police, the Policia Nacional de Timor-Leste (PNTL), will continue to be as smooth as it has been until now. In this respect, we are pleased to note that the resumption of primary policing responsibilities by the PNTL has not led to an increase in criminal activity. We take careful note of the wish of the Timorese authorities to see the process of handing over policing responsibilities finalized by the end of this year in all districts and all units. That is an understandable and legitimate request from a democratic and sovereign Government. However, we also think that things should not be rushed and thus continue to support the Secretary- General's gradual approach in this matter.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“In this context, the creation of the Anti-Corruption Commission and the recent appointment of its first Commissioner are all welcome developments in the right direction. We also welcome the successful holding of the village elections of 9 October 2009 without major incident, proving that the Timorese people are committed to democracy and that the political parties are demonstrating respect for democratic principles and processes. We are glad to see that all of the camps for internally displaced persons (IDPs) have finally been closed. We are confident that the Timorese authorities, with the help of the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT), will also meet the requirements for the reintegration of IDPs into society.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“At the outset, I would like to welcome His Excellency Mr. Jose' Luis Guterres, Deputy Prime Minister of Timor-Leste, and to thank him for his remarks. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General for his report (S/2010/85) and to thank his Special Representative, Ms. Ameerah Haq, for her comprehensive briefing to the Council in her new capacity. We support her efforts and we support the key coordinating role of the United Nations in Timor-Leste. Like others, I would like to praise the Timorese people, Government and political parties, as the security situation remains relatively calm and stable. This considerable stabilization has enabled the Timorese to address key issues such as the further strengthening of State institutions and democratic governance and the adoption of important measures to fight corruption.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“As the Secretary-General pointed out on an earlier occasion, there can be no security without development, and vice versa. So our efforts on both accounts should go hand in hand from the very outset. Turkey commits itself to further advancing the implementation of such an integrated approach.”
2010-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6270 (2010) · source
“Last but not least, I would like to emphasize that the real challenge lies in the creation of a suitable foundation on which the transition from the phase of the strategic use of security to that of the strategic use of development can take place, because the exit or withdrawal of United Nations troops cannot be an end in itself. We have to think beyond the lifecycle of a peacekeeping mission, as security is not the only element of peace and stability. In this regard, there is no linear relationship between peacekeeping and peacebuilding, and thus the early integration of peacebuilding elements into our peacekeeping strategies becomes crucial. After all, the inextricable link between development and security compels us to do so.”
2010-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6270 (2010) · source
“Indeed, the coherence and coordination of broader international efforts in an area of conflict is key to helping countries succeed in their efforts to sustain peace. The Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) in particular could play an earlier and enhanced role in that respect. In that regard, we look forward to the comprehensive review of the PBC and express our commitment to contributing actively to that process. Moreover, for better coordination among Member States and other partners, we can also make use of the clearinghouse type of mechanisms to promote synergy and complementarity in our peacebuilding activities. I agree with Mr. Doss as to the difficulties of coordination and the need to streamline our existing arrangements.”
2010-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6270 (2010) · source
“Yet we should also be careful to avoid creating benchmarks that are solely Council-driven, which could result in a lack of local ownership. This is also important in setting priorities, which ought to reflect the unique conditions and needs of a country. It is in this frame of mind that we look forward to the review in the coming months of the mandate of the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Indeed, given the evolution of the situation in that country, this is going to be an important challenge for the Council, and we need to get it right this time. In conclusion, I once again reiterate the vital importance of an integrated approach to conflict situations.”
2010-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6270 (2010) · source
“Only then, and in consultation with troop- and police-contributing countries, can we develop clear and credible mandates providing a sound political directive to our troops. In this critical process, the input of regional organizations should also be given the utmost attention. The Security Council's cooperation with the African Union is a good example of such a relationship. We should also agree on a shared vision of what constitutes success. Indeed, one of the perennial questions facing us is how the Council can assess when a political and security situation has stabilized sufficiently to warrant a significant transition. To this end, we can make better use of benchmarks to measure progress in achieving tasks and as a tool for reviewing mandates.”
2010-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6270 (2010) · source
“As Under-Secretary-General Le Roy said, peacekeeping can be seen as the emergency room of a hospital, where the patient should continue to be treated in the aftermath of a recovery phase. But there is no doubt that transition and exit strategies should be part and parcel of this overall strategy. Unless we determine at the beginning what we want to achieve in the end, we can neither properly set the course of the mission in terms of mandates and task prioritization, nor answer the question of how we are going to achieve it. In the development of an integrated strategy, it is important that we should first agree on the end state that we want to achieve through peacekeeping missions, as well as their role and place within the bigger picture of sustaining peace.”
2010-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6270 (2010) · source
“Much of what I want to say has already been said by the previous speakers, particularly the briefers, so I will not repeat them. Moreover, the draft presidential statement that we are going to adopt today also contains all the right elements, allowing me to be rather brief. The only point I wish to stress further is the need for an integrated political strategy that will merge peacemaking, peacekeeping and peacebuilding tools into a single framework. Undoubtedly, such a strategy can succeed only if all partners are willing to back it. It must therefore reflect the shared vision of all stakeholders and address all phases of a peace mission: the entry and, perhaps even more important, the post- conflict recovery phases, including, of course, transition and exit.”
2010-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6270 (2010) · source
“I would first like to thank you, Sir, for organizing this debate. I also wish to thank the Secretary-General and his Under-Secretaries- General, as well as his Special Representatives, for their thought-provoking briefings. The views expressed so far reflect the common will and determination of this Council to improve, in consultation with partners, its response to the needs of United Nations peacekeeping. Turkey is certainly committed to contributing to this endeavour. Over time, we have already accumulated a wealth of lessons learned on how we can further enhance the effectiveness of United Nations peacekeeping. It is now the right time to analyse those lessons and to develop a clear strategy that will help us chart a viable road map to peace in conflict situations.”
2010-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6270 (2010) · source
“Let me conclude by once again saluting Kazakhstan on its assumption of the chairmanship of the OSCE and wishing it every success in this new responsibility. Turkey will assist Kazakhstan in this endeavour, both bilaterally and within the framework of our presidency of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia, which we will be assuming from Kazakhstan in June, building together a bridge between the two organizations and contributing to a truly comprehensive approach to security in Eurasia.”
2010-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6268 (2010) · source
“We also share the chairmanship's priorities of deepening cooperation on combating terrorism, cross- border trafficking in weapons, drugs and people; increasing the OSCE'S contribution to achieving the goals of Security Council resolution 1540 (2004); and its efforts to contribute to the resolution of protracted conflicts. In particular, we welcome the initiative to host, in October in Astana, a conference on the prevention of terrorism. Turkey also attaches great importance to regional initiatives to stabilize the situation in Afghanistan, and in this regard welcomes Kazakhstan's intention of increasing OSCE involvement in order to ensure that country's transition to a peaceful future and to focus on better protection of Afghanistan's borders with Central Asian countries.”
2010-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6268 (2010) · source
“We thus support Kazakhstan in its aim of holding a new summit later this year, including by helping to meet any logistical or organizational needs. The summit will surely provide an opportunity for reflecting on the future of peace and security in Eurasia and mark symbolically the anniversaries of such historic milestones in this process as the end of the Second World War, the Helsinki Final Act and the Paris Charter. In this regard, we endorse the intention of the Kazakh chairmanship to strengthen the role of the OSCE in Europe's security structure. We will closely follow and contribute to the development of the renewed dialogue format known as the Corfu process.”
2010-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6268 (2010) · source