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Apakan

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first: 2009-09-09
most recent: 2019-04-25
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“Such principles also apply to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, where the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people are threatened. Thus, while welcoming the efforts of the Secretary-General and Special Coordinator Serry, we call on the international community to give its decisive support to a just and lasting solution based on international recognition of Palestine, with the 1967 borders and East Jerusalem at its capital and living side by side in peace with Israel.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816Resumption1 (2012) · source
“As the number of Syrians seeking shelter in Turkey exceeds 40,000, Turkey will continue to support the people of Syria at this dire time. We once again call for an end to the violence in Syria and for the implementation of the six-point plan of the Special Envoy to Syria, Mr. Kofi Annan, with immediate effect. As the shooting down of the Turkish military aircraft in international airspace showed, the crisis in Syria increasingly poses a threat to regional peace and security. The socio-political transformation in the Middle East, triggered by the rightful aspirations of its peoples to a better life, exposes us to a volatile situation, in which strong commitment to the principles of democracy, respect for human rights and the rule of law are essential.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816Resumption1 (2012) · source
“There are electricity outages for up to 12 hours a day. More than 90 per cent of the Gaza aquifer is unsafe for human consumption. Such collective punishment should come to an end without further delay. Israel has yet to shoulder its responsibilities regarding the attack on the civilian humanitarian aid convoy in high seas, which resulted in the death of nine civilians. Before I conclude my statement, I would also like to mention the situation in Syria. With the continuous assaults by Government forces, the number of casualties reportedly only last week exceeded 1,200, which was the highest since the beginning of the crisis. The total number of deaths has reached more than 19,000. We are deeply concerned about the reports that the Government of Syria is using fighter jets to attack population centres.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Turkey also respects the right of all peoples to live in peace and security and rejects the use of force and means of terror. In that context, we condemn the suicide bombing targeting Israeli tourists in Bulgaria on 18 July. The illegal blockade on Gaza is now in its sixth year. The grave situation in housing, health care and other primary services in Gaza is, no doubt, an embarrassment to the international community, but responsibility lies first and foremost with its perpetrator. Let me quote the statistics of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, which may help to visualize the level of suffering in Gaza. Eighty per cent of people in Gaza are aid recipients. Forty-four per cent of them are food insecure. Seventy-one thousand new housing units are required to meet urgent demand.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The recent news about the intention of the Israeli Ministry of Defence to demolish eight Palestinian villages in the South Hebron Hills, to use the territory as a military exercise area and to resettle its inhabitants elsewhere is also worrisome. Turkey supports the rightful aspirations of the Palestinian people to internationally recognized statehood. The Palestinians should be able to exercise their rights in accordance with United Nations resolutions, the Madrid principles, the road map and the Arab Peace Initiative. Turkey thus welcomes the Palestinian application for membership to the United Nations, submitted by President Mahmoud Abbas on 23 September 2011 (S/2011/592, annex I), and praises the Palestinian reconciliation efforts fostered by Egypt. A united Palestinian front will draw wider support from the international community.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The Israeli-Palestinian dispute continues to imperil prospects for peace and stability in the Middle East. At a time when we need a spirit of reconciliation and political resolve, Israel's practices in the occupied Palestinian territory are undermining the two-State solution and the established parameters for a just and durable peace. That situation is neither viable nor acceptable. The settlement activities of Israel continue unabated. With unprecedented indifference, Israel not only persists in its illegal practices, but also attempts to legitimize them. The report issued by the former Israeli Supreme Court Justice Edmond Levy is yet another example. The Israeli actions unfortunately defy all moral value systems.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Looking ahead, the upcoming Tokyo conference, which will be graciously hosted by Japan, will be an important opportunity for the Afghan Government to share its development strategy beyond the transition period. In Tokyo, the international community should reaffirm its continued support to Afghanistan's sustainable economic development. Lastly, I would like to acknowledge our strong support for the significant role played by the United Nations in Afghanistan. The United Nations should continue to be a strong partner for Afghanistan in the Afghan-led peace and transition processes. I would like to take this opportunity to express our sincere gratitude to Special Representative of the Secretary-General Jan Kubis and his team for their dedicated efforts.”
2012-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6793 (2012) · source
“We would also like to commend the significant and constructive support and contribution that the United Nations has provided to the Istanbul process. Together, we have demonstrated our firm resolve for a successful future in Afghanistan. Afghans have a clear vision for their future - a sovereign, secure and peaceful State that is economically self-sufficient. That vision is also very much related to Afghanistan's crucial role and regional and historical position in promoting connectivity and cooperation across its wider region. As Afghanistan's regional and international partners, we should continue to support Afghans in achieving their vision. To that end, Afghan ownership and leadership will be at the centre of our collective efforts.”
2012-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6793 (2012) · source
“Within that framework, we are encouraged that a meeting will be held in New Delhi tomorrow to bring together regional and international investors in Afghanistan. That will be an opportunity for investors in all sectors to exchange views on Afghanistan's economic potential. The third element is to build synergy among regional organizations. From the very beginning of the Istanbul process, we made clear our keen interest in developing greater coherence and in creating a better synergy with the existing regional cooperation processes pertaining to Afghanistan. In that respect, we are pleased that a significant number of those organizations were represented at the highest level in Kabul. We will continue to collaborate with them within that framework.”
2012-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6793 (2012) · source
“Recognizing that regular political consultations at a high level is the most effective way of ensuring continuous dialogue, the Istanbul process participants committed themselves to meeting once a year for political consultations at the ministerial level. Such political momentum will be further enhanced through regular meetings of our senior officials, as well as our Kabul-based representatives. The second element is to implement the confidence-building measures. Seven such measures, which are prioritized on common challenges such as disasters, terrorism, illicit drugs, impediments to trade and economic growth, and illiteracy, will be incrementally implemented by the participant countries.”
2012-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6793 (2012) · source
“Two weeks ago, the Kabul ministerial conference on the Istanbul process was a clear testimony to our collective resolution in that regard. Our region is bound in its destiny. We will enjoy peace, security and prosperity only if Afghanistan, which plays a crucial role as the land bridge in the heart of Asia, enjoys peace and stability. As such, we believe that the positive energy mobilized through the Istanbul process will enhance existing efforts for a stable and prosperous region. The Istanbul process has three main elements that we believe are important to emphasize. The first element is to enhance political dialogue among the region.”
2012-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6793 (2012) · source
“We are confident that, under his able leadership, the High Peace Council will successfully lead a comprehensive and genuinely inclusive peace process. There are many dimensions of our cooperation in Afghanistan that we could discuss. Indeed, today, many speakers touched upon various issues. However, I would like to limit my intervention to the regional dimension of our joint endeavours. Since last November, Afghanistan's immediate and more distant regional partners have embarked upon positive and constructive regional cooperation, with a view to ensuring a secure, prosperous and peaceful Afghanistan. Combined Afghan leadership and regional ownership are key drivers of the Istanbul process. We are indeed encouraged by our region's commitment to engaging in sincere and results-oriented cooperation for a peaceful and stable Afghanistan.”
2012-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6793 (2012) · source
“That will mark the shift of the primary focus of the International Security Assistance Force from combat operations to training, advising and assisting. That clearly demonstrates that Afghanistan is on its way to sustainable self-reliance in the security sector. In Chicago, we gave the Afghan people the clear message of commitment that we would stand by them as they took the full lead for their security. In our shared determination for a stable and secure Afghanistan, we have relentlessly supported the Afghan-led and Afghan-owned peace and reconciliation process. We therefore welcome the appointment of Mr. Rabbani as Chair of the High Peace Council, and we strongly support his emphasis on a broad-based and inclusive peace process at the central and local levels.”
2012-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6793 (2012) · source
“Let me begin by thanking Under-Secretary-General Herve Ladsous for his comprehensive briefing on the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Afghanistan (S/2012/462). I would also like to thank the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime Executive Director Yuri Fedotov for his briefing and Ambassador Tanin for his insightful statement. Afghanistan has come a long way. We have seen with satisfaction the Afghan National Security Forces growing stronger to assume the security responsibility for almost 75 per cent of the population. The Afghan National Security Forces have improved in terms of capacity and professionalism. They have proved able to maintain security in those areas where they have assumed the lead. By mid-2013, they will be providing the lead for security across the country.”
2012-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6793 (2012) · source
“The protection of civilians in armed conflict is a cause that the international community must pursue with unwavering determination. We believe that in order to ensure the long-term and lasting protection of civilians, human rights, the rule oflaw, democracy and good governance should be strengthened. We should also ensure that the perpetrators of violence against civilians are held fully accountable for their actions, for sustainable prevention and protection will be possible only if there is no impunity.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“As indicated in the presidential statement (S/PRST/2010/ 19) adopted by the Security Council on 27 September 2010, during Turkey's presidency of the Council, and in other relevant United Nations resolutions, terrorism continues to pose a serious threat to the enjoyment of human rights and social and economic development, and undermines global stability and prosperity. Therefore, Governments have not only the legitimate right but also the obligation to effectively combat terrorism and to fully and effectively cooperate with other States. Lastly, we believe that United Nations documents should not contain positive references to non-governmental organizations that are known to have become the instrument of terrorist organizations.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Terrorist organizations in various parts of the world could attempt to exploit such a humanitarian approach to gain international acceptance and recognition. On the other hand, if engagement with non-State armed groups is contemplated, the consent of the State in question is necessary. The second point is that we should make a clear distinction between the counter-terrorism efforts of law-enforcement agencies and armed conflict. We strongly condemn all acts of terrorism in all their forms and manifestations.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The international community must display its resolve to put an end to the cycle of violence and the deepening crisis in Syria and to take the necessary additional measures to that effect. Turkey, together with the rest of the international community, will continue to support the six-point plan of Joint Special Envoy Kofi Annan. We have carefully read the Secretary-General's latest, and ninth, report on the issue. While sharing the Secretary- General's ongoing and emerging concerns, I would like to underline three issues. The first relates to dialogue with non-State armed groups. We understand the rationale of ensuring humanitarian access to civilians. However, Turkey believes that in doing so, we should be extremely careful not to extend any sense of legitimacy to terrorist organizations.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“As was also recently noted in the outcome document of the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development, the occupation continues to adversely affect the economic lives and social development as well as the environment of the Palestinians living in the occupied territories. The obstacles created by the occupation are incompatible with the dignity and worth of the human person and must be combated and eliminated. As regards the situation in Syria, the Syrian Government has primary responsibility for the protection of its people and should immediately end the violence, which has led to thousands of deaths and a humanitarian tragedy that has affected 1.5 million people so far, according to OCHA statistics.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“We should not fail to recall the plight of the Palestinian people. Whether in Gaza or the West Bank, Palestinians continue to suffer under measures related to the illegal blockade and occupation, and their fundamental rights are being denied. The illegal blockade of Gaza, serving as a collective punishment against civilian Palestinians in Gaza, entered its sixth year this month. Statistics compiled by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East and the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) clearly show the devastating effects of the blockade and the occupation on the daily lives of the Palestinian people.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his introduction, as well as Under-Secretary-General Amos and Assistant Secretary-General Simonovie, who spoke on behalf of High Commissioner Pillay. Civilians continue to account for the majority of casualties in armed conflicts. Turkey condemns any and all deliberate attacks on civilians and deaths resulting from the indiscriminate and excessive use of force. We are aware that the primary obligation to protect civilians lies, as always, with States. However, the international community also has a responsibility to help protect civilians in situations where States openly fail to do so. Therefore, we need to build a collective awareness of the importance of that responsibility and must be able to agree on the fundamental guidelines.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Palestinians must attain their goal of an independent State based on the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital, living side by side with Israel in peace. Turkey welcomes and strongly supports the Palestinian application for full-fledged United Nations membership submitted by President Mahmoud Abbas on 23 September 2011, and believes that it is high time for Palestine to take its rightful place in the international arena among the community of nations.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Turkey, together with other members of the international community, will continue to follow closely the developments in Syria. Turkey has, from the beginning, taken sides with the democratic aspirations of the peoples of the Middle East in their struggle for a better life and to live in societies where human rights receive due respect, the rule of law prevails, and the people take part in the shaping of their destiny. It is our view that this same principle must apply to the aspirations of the Palestinians, which should not go unanswered any longer. The Palestinian people must, as soon as possible, be able to fully exercise their inalienable rights in accordance with the numerous United Nations resolutions, the Madrid principles, the Road Map and the Arab Peace Initiative.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“For that reason, the reconciliation to be concluded by and the holding of free, fair and transparent elections in Palestine should be supported without prejudice by all members of the international community. I would also like to refer to the grave situation in Syria, which is yet another factor of instability in the region. We attribute the utmost importance to the immediate, visible, verifiable and indisputable implementation of resolutions 2042 (2012) and 2043 (2012), including all aspects of the six-point plan of the Joint Special Envoy, Mr. Kofi Annan, which has offered a promising window of opportunity. We hope that the Syrian Government shall immediately take all the necessary steps. We call for an immediate end to the violence. In this respect, the primary responsibility rests with the Syrian Government.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“I also recall the grave situation of housing, health and other primary services in Gaza, and reiterate our call for the lifting of the illegal embargo. The international community must ensure that there is accountability, both for the blockade and for Israel's attack on the international humanitarian aid flotilla on the high seas. In such circumstances, we hope that the letter sent last week by President Abbas to Prime Minister Netanyahu can pave the way for sincere progress in the Middle East process. We hope that Israel will seize the opportunity and contribute to building a constructive atmosphere. Concurrently, Turkey will continue to promote efforts towards achieving unity in Palestine. Palestinian national reconciliation is of critical importance in terms of ensuring comprehensive and sustainable peace and stability.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Moreover, at its most recent meeting on 11 April, the Quartet called not only for an end to settlement activities and settler violence but also for the reunification of Gaza and the West Bank. In any case, resort to violence by any party can in no way be tolerated as a way to overcome existing disputes. The situation of Palestinian prisoners inside Israeli prisons also needs urgent attention. The keeping under arrest of elected members of the Palestinian Legislative Council remains of significant concern. Such policies of Israel raise further doubts regarding its sincerity towards the peace process. We deplore the dangerous escalation of violence in the Gaza Strip in recent months due to Israel's attacks. Israel's disproportionate and indiscriminate retaliatory moves, causing civilian casualties and injuries, cannot be accepted.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Finding a comprehensive and just solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is a requirement for stability, security and endurable peace in the Middle East. The status quo is not viable. At a time when the whole region is undergoing a structural reformation, the conflict cannot remain at a standstill. During the past three months, when the focus has remained mainly on developments in Syria, settlement activities in the occupied Palestinian territories have continued unabated. Such activities obstruct the revitalization of the peace process and seriously endanger the vision of a two-State solution, thus destroying the basis of the prospects for peace. The efforts of the Israeli authorities to legitimize the settlements in the context of Israeli law do not alter that fact.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“We believe that Afghan ownership and leadership should be at the centre of our collective efforts. In that regard, the United Nations should continue to be a strong partner for Afghanistan in the Afghan-led peace and transition processes. In the meantime the United Nations should also continue to support regional cooperation and to promote a coherent international engagement behind the Government's development agenda. Before I conclude, I would like to acknowledge once more the dedicated and outstanding work UNAMA is carrying out in fulfilment of its mandate, in the face of very real and serious threats in Afghanistan. We are particularly grateful to Special Representative of the Secretary-General Kubis. We trust in his wisdom and leadership at the helm of the United Nations presence in Afghanistan.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“In this context, I would like to express our satisfaction with the Afghan-led security sector transition, whereby the Afghan National Security Forces now have full responsibility for nearly half of the population. We welcome the review of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) mandate, conducted in consultation with the Afghan Government and related partners. UNAMA plays a crucial role in supporting the Afghan Government and will continue to coherently assist and strengthen Afghan institutions in order that they may fulfil their mandated responsibilities to the Afghan people. The realities of the transition process, Afghanistan's political and development agenda, and the priorities of the Afghan Government in the coming years should continue to guide UNAMA in its activities.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“We are now looking forward to the ministerial conference to be held on 14 June in Kabul. That meeting will enable Afghanistan and its regional partners to continue to shape a forward-looking agenda for regional cooperation. We think that the Istanbul process, together with the long-term international engagement confirmed at the Bonn Conference, will further contribute to our success in Afghanistan. We will continue to extend our support to Afghanistan in order to consolidate the gains of the past decade and to realize greater security and economic sustainability in the future. Therefore, in the lead-up to two major events on Afghanistan this year - the Chicago summit and the Tokyo Conference - the international community should work on a clear message to strengthen the hopes and expectations of the Afghan people.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“It is a regionally owned process for our common future that has Afghanistan at the centre. Since the Istanbul Conference, Afghanistan has been actively leading the follow-up process. We are encouraged by the regional support for the Afghan-led follow-up steps on the Istanbul process. Within that framework, the senior officials meeting of 29 February in Kabul took place in a very constructive atmosphere. At the preparatory meeting, regional actors continued to confirm their ownership of the process for building greater confidence and cooperation in the region. They worked on the concept paper drafted by the Afghan side with a view to shaping a new vision of regional cooperation. We sincerely believe that this regional vision will enable Afghanistan to play its long-desired role as a regional hub for trade and transit.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“Important events relating to Afghanistan have taken place over the past six months. The Istanbul Conference for Afghanistan, held on 2 November, presented a new vision for regional cooperation and good-neighbourly relations across the region that surrounds the country. Recognizing the crucial role played by Afghanistan in connectivity and cooperation across the region, the Istanbul process recommits Afghanistan and its neighbours to a new vision of partnership for peace, stability and prosperity. Let me repeat that in Istanbul, the parties recognized the central role of the United Nations. They also welcomed Afghanistan's willingness and determination to use its regional and historical position to do its part to promote security and peaceful economic cooperation in the region.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“Let me begin by warmly greeting Special Representative Jan Kubis and take this opportunity to thank him for his comprehensive briefing on the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Afghanistan (S/2012/133). I would also like to thank Ambassador Tanin for his insightful statement. The present debate comes at a time of sorrow for my country. Just a couple of days ago, we lost 12 Turkish soldiers in a helicopter crash in the Afghan capital. Our soldiers were in Kabul to help their Afghan brothers build a secure and stable Afghanistan. We are all united in this common goal. I would like to express our sincere appreciation to the Secretary- General for his statement of condolence and sympathy. On this occasion, I would like to reaffirm our strong commitment to Afghanistan.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“In doing so, Turkey will work closely with the United Nations, especially with the United Nations Political Office for Somalia and Special Representative of the Secretary-General Mahiga, who has the full support of the Turkish Government. Now is the time to end the two-decades long suffering of the Somali people. They deserve to see their country rise from the ashes of the past to a bright, peaceful and dignified future. It is our common responsibility to make that possible.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“On its part, Turkey has launched a comprehensive programme to support the Somali people, including reopening our Embassy in Mogadishu in November 2011. I am particularly happy to announce that, beginning today, Turkish Airlines will start flying regularly between Istanbul and Mogadishu. Furthermore, Turkey is planning to establish regional development offices in Garowe and Galkayo. The offices will focus on development and infrastructure projects. Finally, I would like to mention that Turkey will organize the second Istanbul conference on Somalia on 1 June. The Istanbul Conference will discuss the progress made on the conclusions of the London conference. It will also address the post-transition strategy.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“Thirdly, it is equally important to establish public institutions, such as regulatory and administrative bodies, for a functioning State and economy. Fourthly, special attention should be given to development and reconstruction efforts in Somalia, so that the Somali people feel a sense of normalization in their lives. Turkey believes that public services - particularly in health, education, water and sanitation and infrastructure projects, such as roads, power generation and irrigation - should be carried without delay. Likewise, policies for job creation and the promotion of industrial and agricultural development must be put in effect. Once in place, such policies will also help eradicate extremism, marginalization and piracy. Fifthly, humanitarian assistance should continue to work to prevent a recurrence of last year's famine.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“and very much welcomes resolution 2036 (2012). We also welcome the increasing political, logistical and financial support provided to AMISOM. and to Somalia by donor countries and organizations. Turkey attaches the utmost importance to the territorial integrity of Somalia. Bearing that in mind, we believe that the following steps must be taken for a better future in the country. First, all Somalis should work out their differences so as to reach genuine reconciliation, which is the recipe for long-term peace, stability and prosperity. Secondly, the development of security sector institutions in Somalia is an urgent necessity for sustaining security in the country. Somalia should be assisted in that field.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“Military gains without political progress will be in vain and will create a political vacuum, which will only serve the spoilers in Somalia. Turkey firmly believes that the main priority of the international community must be to support Somali authorities in fulfilling their responsibilities to successfully complete the transition period. In other words, Somali transitional institutions and the people of Somalia must feel the support of the international community more than ever for the remaining period. The significant efforts and sacrifice demonstrated by the forces of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) and the African Union in Somalia undoubtedly constitute the best and the most visible example of the support given by the international community. In that regard, Turkey commends the efforts of AMISOM.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“Now is the time to concentrate and enhance those efforts to solidify peace and stability in Somalia. As agreed by all parties, the transition period will end on 20 August, without any further extensions. With less than six months remaining, there are a number of key tasks that must be achieved by the transitional authorities in Somalia. Those responsibilities are clearly outlined by the Kampala Accord, the road map and the Garowe Principles. We believe that transitional federal institutions should spare no effort in realizing the set objectives. In the same vein, finalizing and adopting the draft constitution on time, selecting a new and representative Parliament and choosing the new Government of Somalia are the most critical tasks to be completed.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for organizing today's open debate. Allow me to commend the remarks made by the Secretary-General, who has been personally committed to peace efforts in Somalia. We would also like to commend the Government of the United Kingdom for having organized the international London conference on Somalia last month. The conference was important in consolidating the determination of the international community to support the process in Somalia. Turkey welcomes the conference and fully supports its communique. The Somalia issue has been on the agenda of the international community for far too long. Today, thanks to our joint efforts and those of the Somali people, we have come very close to a point of success for the first time after so many turbulent years.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“We want to reiterate that Afghan ownership and leadership should be the key in our collective efforts. Let me assure our Afghan brothers that our commitment to Afghanistan is long-term. We will continue to stand by them as long as they require.”
2011-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6690 (2011) · source
“As we move on with the transition period, with the eventual withdrawal of international military forces, it has become much more essential for the international community to continue its active and strong support to the Afghan Government in order to prevent the country from once again sliding into instability, as well as to avoid setbacks in the ongoing process of reconstruction. We are therefore pleased with the successful conclusion of the Bonn Conference, which reaffirmed the international community's commitment to Afghanistan beyond the transition decade. The transformation decade defined in Bonn, in which the Afghan people will be in full charge of their future, is an opportunity for us all to concentrate our efforts on the long-term sustainable development of Afghanistan. Success in Afghanistan requires our long-term commitment.”
2011-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6690 (2011) · source
“Mindful that the region and the international community are not separated, they emphasized their stake in the security and stability of the region. By launching the Istanbul Process, the Heart of Asia countries announced a new vision and their determination to own, lead and develop the efforts for enhanced cooperation. We now look forward to the ministerial-level follow-up meeting that will take place in Kabul in June 2012. We believe that the Kabul meeting will be an important opportunity to build on the momentum achieved by the Istanbul Process.”
2011-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6690 (2011) · source
“Turkey considers regional ownership and cooperation as an essential element for lasting peace, stability and prosperity, not only in Afghanistan but also in the region as a whole. With that understanding, Turkey hosted the Istanbul Conference for Afghanistan on 2 November. The immediate and extended neighbours, convened in Istanbul under the chairmanship of Turkish and Afghan Foreign Ministers, reaffirmed their strong commitment for a secure, stable and prosperous Afghanistan in the region. Recognizing the central role of the United Nations, the parties in Istanbul welcomed Afghanistan's willingness and determination to use its regional and historical position to do its part to promote security and peaceful economic cooperation in the region.”
2011-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6690 (2011) · source
“As Afghans assume more responsibility for the security of their country, we should equally focus our energies on the sustainable development and institutional and civilian capacity-building of the country. The development needs of Afghanistan are immense. The continued assistance of the international community will be required over the long term. We believe that a strong focus on education is imperative if we seek to achieve prosperity for the country. We should therefore concentrate on educating future generations of Afghan boys and girls. Likewise, we should intensify our efforts to empower Afghan women. We must also continue to strengthen institutional capacity-building to enable Afghan forces to combat terrorism and drug trafficking.”
2011-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6690 (2011) · source
“I would also like to extend a warm welcome to Mr. Jan Kubis. We are confident that his wealth of knowledge and experience will be an important asset for Afghanistan and for the whole international community as Afghanistan goes through another important phase in its history. We look forward to working in close cooperation with Mr. Kubis in the coming weeks. Afghanistan has achieved significant progress in the past 10 years. In spite of remaining challenges, Afghanistan today continues to invest in a better future for its people. In that respect, we welcome the announcement of the second tranche for the transfer of security responsibilities to the Afghan National Security Forces. We expect that, by the end of February 2012, half of the Afghan population will be under the security responsibility of the Afghan National Security Forces.”
2011-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6690 (2011) · source
“I wish to extend warm greetings to His Excellency Mr. Jawed Ludin, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan, who is with us today. We welcome the insightful and comprehensive statement he has made. I would also like to thank Under-Secretary-General Herve Ladsous for his insightful briefing. We take note of the valuable observations expressed in the report (S/2011/772*) of the Secretary-General. Before I proceed, let me also express our sincere appreciation to outgoing Special Representative of the Secretary-General Staffan de Mistura for his strong leadership and dedication during a very critical time in Afghanistan. Our Embassy in Kabul and our authorities enjoyed excellent cooperation with him and his able team. We look forward to continuing our close collaboration with him in his new capacity.”
2011-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6690 (2011) · source
“It is equally important to redouble our efforts to combat impunity. Unfortunately, armed conflict and post- conflict disorder hit women and children the hardest. Targeted measures should be directed at the perpetrators of sexual violence and rape. We should all ensure that effective international mechanisms are established to respond to such crimes and bring their perpetrators to justice. I would like to conclude by emphasizing my country's strong support for the full implementation of all Security Council resolutions on women and peace and security. Mindful of the positive repercussions of women's increased participatory role in global affairs, we should strive to address the root causes of the challenges to it. Turkey is committed to promoting the rightful place of women in the economic, social and political life of our society.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Millennium Development Goal 3 - promoting gender equality and the empowerment of women - will no doubt help emphasize the effectiveness of the efforts in this area. I should also recall that the Programme of Action (see A/66/134) agreed on at the Fourth United Nations Conference on the Least-Developed Countries in Istanbul in May proposes a number of joint actions on gender equality and the empowerment of women, concrete steps to be taken jointly by least-developed countries and their development partners. The positive ramifications of increasing women's participation in every context and at every stage of political transition are widely recognized and critically important. Situations of political transition should be perceived as providing opportunities for enhancing women's roles in decision-making at every level.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642Resumption1 (2011) · source
“This interaction renders women's participation in peace processes and sustainable development mutually reinforcing. The issue of women's security should therefore be addressed through holistic methodologies rather than ad hoc solutions. In that regard, while we should put gender equality and the empowerment of women at the core of our efforts, we should further encourage and support their participation in the work of peace, including post-conflict recovery efforts and the sustainable development process. In this context, we are particularly pleased to note that the interconnection between security and development has been acknowledged by the international community in broader terms.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642Resumption1 (2011) · source