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first: 2009-09-09
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“Women continue to be largely marginalized in the national and international decision- making spheres because of persistent challenges, such as discriminatory laws, cultural stereotypes, lack of education, inability to access basic services, and sparse economic opportunities, to name a few. We firmly believe that the participation of women and the incorporation of gender perspectives in all contexts are vitally important. We must expand the role of women everywhere. We need women to play a greater role in preventive diplomacy, mediation and peacekeeping. We need women to play a greater role in post-conflict reconstruction and institution-building, and we need a greater role for women in sustainable development and as agents for social transformation. The integral link between peace, security, gender equality and development is evident.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642Resumption1 (2011) · source
“A stronger gender perspective in post-conflict processes, as well as in United Nations programming and reporting, has been steadily built. The issues of gender equality and the empowerment of women have become critical components of political deliberations and actions. All in all, a better understanding is taking hold. We heartily welcome and commend the United Nations entities, non- governmental organizations and women's organizations that are working selflessly in this area. Yet as today's debate and the Secretary-General's report have shown us, there remain formidable challenges before us. Many structural and institutional impediments persist.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642Resumption1 (2011) · source
“At the outset, I wish to thank you, Madam President, for organizing this open debate on an issue of the utmost importance and to express our deep appreciation for your valuable efforts in this field. Further, I wish to thank the Secretary-General for his comprehensive and pertinent report (S/2011/598*). We welcome the concept note on women's participation and role in conflict prevention and mediation (S/2011/654). Let me also state that we welcome with satisfaction the progress that UN-Women has achieved under Ms. Bachelet's visionary leadership. Since the adoption of landmark resolution 1325 (2000), progress has been achieved across a broad range of issues aimed at enhancing the protection and promotion of the rights of women and girls in conflict- affected situations.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642Resumption1 (2011) · source
“On the other hand, having welcomed the unity agreement among the Palestinians, Turkey hopes that the process of national reconciliation can be concluded soon with the formation of an inclusive and democratically representative Government that will take the Palestinian nation to free and fair elections. In conclusion, let me reiterate once more Turkey's strong support for the realization of a just and lasting comprehensive peace in the region, based on the two-State solution, as well as our determination to assist our Palestinian brothers and sisters in attaining their long-delayed goal of a viable, peaceful and prosperous State of Palestine that is a full-fledged Member of the United Nations.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636Resumption1 (2011) · source
“This is a humanitarian issue and, irrespective of other developments, Turkey has played its part to support the talks and to ensure that a fair deal could be struck that would also help create a positive atmosphere for addressing other issues. Meanwhile, the situation in the Gaza Strip continues to be an embarrassment to the international community. The inhumane and illegal practices there must end. Unfortunately, Israel's unlawful blockade of Gaza continues. The international community must ensure that there is accountability both for the blockade and for Israel's attack on the humanitarian aid flotilla last year that left nine civilians dead in international waters. That is why we envisage mobilizing the relevant platforms, with the support of Member States, in order to refer that issue to the International Court of Justice.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Turkey believes that it is high time for Palestine to become a Member of the United Nations and to be recognized by all nations, based on its 1967 borders, as a full-fledged Member State within the international community. The very notion of a two-State solution, reaching as far back as 1947, is the firm and clear basis for that. Common sense and good conscience dictate that, as Israel did 63 years ago, Palestine should become a Member of the United Nations. That will also help direct negotiations, since it will create political equality between the two parties. Ultimately, beyond all the legal or political arguments, it is simply not fair to hold the State of Palestine hostage to Israel's continued intransigence. Turkey welcomes the recent prisoner exchange.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Indeed, Israel's continuous settlement activity in the occupied Palestinian territories and its deliberate choice for settlements of the regions that separate the Palestinian territories destroy the basis for peace. We once again call on Israel, based on its Road Map commitments, to cease all settlement activity and return to direct negotiations with the Palestinian side on the basis of the 1967 borders. That is currently the only way that will open the path towards the realization of a two-State solution based on the well-established principles whereby Israel and Palestine can live side by side in peace and security. Palestine has submitted its application for membership to the United Nations. That historic step was long in coming.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636Resumption1 (2011) · source
“While many in the region aspire to a better future, Palestinians in their millions - whether in Gaza, the West Bank or the refugee camps across the region 4 continue to suffer a disastrous fate not of their own making. This anomaly must be addressed as a matter of utmost urgency. Turkey rejects violence in any shape or form, and by any party, as unacceptable and unjustifiable. We also believe that there can be no genuine alternative to a negotiated settlement. There is no doubt that meaningful engagement that inspires confidence in both Palestine and Israel cannot begin while settlement activity continues day in and day out, including in occupied East Jerusalem.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Meanwhile, we welcome resolution 2014 (2011) on Yemen, adopted unanimously by the Security Council, as a timely, constructive and positive step taken by the international community with a view to bringing an end to the clashes in that country. Turkey fully supports the Gulf Cooperation Council initiative. We reaffirm our wish that the crisis in the country be overcome through peaceful means as soon as possible. In that context, Turkey is extremely concerned about the developments in Syria. We observed with great concern the ongoing violence against civilians in Syria. Violence is not the effective to follow. Sectarian and ethnic divides must be avoided at all cost. The legitimate aspirations of the Syrian people should be respected.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636Resumption1 (2011) · source
“As the advocate of democracy, pluralism, human rights and fundamental freedoms in the region, Turkey will not waver in its support for those who are peacefully demanding change. We welcome the conclusion of the rightful struggle of the Libyan people for freedom, justice and democracy with a decisive victory. The fate of the autocratic regime that prevailed for more than four decades constitutes a bitter lesson that should be taken into account in all its dimensions within the context of the ongoing change and democratic transformation movements in the region. We strongly believe that the 3 political process in Libya will be completed in unity and solidarity through an inclusive approach embracing all segments of that society.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Allow me at the outset to express our gratitude to those who have expressed condolences and sympathies to my Government and the Turkish people at this time of loss and suffering following the devastating earthquake in Turkey. We have felt the solidarity of the international community with us. We also want to extend our heartfelt condolences to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Saudi people for the passing away of Crown Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud. As the Security Council holds another open debate on the situation in the Middle East, a long- awaited transformation and restoration process is under way in the region. The quest for democracy in the region may delayed, but it cannot be reversed.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In that vein, we will do our utmost so that the conference brings forth concrete deliverables that reflect Afghan goals and visions. Last but certainly not least, I would like to acknowledge once more the dedicated and outstanding work that the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) is carrying out in fulfilment of its mandate in the face of very real and serious threats in Afghanistan. We are particularly grateful for the effective leadership shown by Special Representative Staffan de Mistura. We are also thankful to him for his valuable contributions. UNAMA's work in Afghanistan is critical now, and will remain so later on. As such, UNAMA has our full support.”
2011-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6625 (2011) · source
“What we hope to achieve is the creation of a regional security and cooperation initiative, with a view to building greater confidence in the political, security and military fields and to strengthening cooperation in the economic, trade, environmental, cultural, energy and drug-control fields. As always, we look forward to the strong support of the international community. We have already started the preparations and are working closely with Afghanistan, the United Nations and all other relevant countries and organizations. As we speak, our representatives are travelling to Oslo for a preparatory meeting tomorrow, which will be followed by another one in Kabul on 15 October. My country remains steadfast in its commitment to, and support for, Afghanistan.”
2011-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6625 (2011) · source
“In that regard, the conference will be an essentially Afghan-led event with Turkish facilitation, but it will be critical for all participants to display full ownership, leadership and vision. Therefore, it is most encouraging that all the participants have told us that they are ready to show the necessary level of commitment. There have been a number of initiatives so far that have been aimed at contributing to enhanced ties among the countries of the region. All of those initiatives have been pertinent to our joint endeavours. What we will try to do in Istanbul is not duplicate them but rather borrow their most useful aspects and try to build on them in order to achieve complementarity and added value.”
2011-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6625 (2011) · source
“After 2014, the international community will continue to be engaged comprehensively in Afghanistan, albeit in a transformed manner. Before the Bonn meeting, on 2 November we will hold the Istanbul Conference on Afghanistan, on the theme "Security and Cooperation in the Heart of Asia". We hope that this meeting will be a milestone event in terms of charting the way forward for regional security cooperation. Afghanistan today is at a critical juncture. It still faces significant security, political, economic and development challenges that transcend its borders. Those challenges cannot be addressed without the constructive support of Afghanistan's neighbours and regional partners. Efforts to meet such challenges are most effective when they are regionally owned and driven and pursued in a transparent and constructive manner.”
2011-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6625 (2011) · source
“Afghanistan's neighbours and partners have important contributions to make and should continue their multidimensional efforts towards the solidification of Afghanistan's sovereign institutions. Two important events relating to Afghanistan scheduled for later this year will provide opportunities to realize these goals. In December, we will meet in Bonn, at the gracious invitation of the German Government, to discuss and to define the long-term engagement of the international community in Afghanistan. We have established 2014 as the target date for the transfer of security responsibilities to Afghanistan. However, as we have said numerous times, this is not the date for an exit and the end of our commitment to Afghanistan.”
2011-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6625 (2011) · source
“They are also an indication that recent developments, both in Afghanistan and in the region, increase the risks and challenges faced in the transition process that has recently been put into motion. A careful handling of these challenges will enable us to correctly identify the problems and find the necessary solutions. At the same time, we are convinced that the response of the Afghan military and police to the attacks have overall been effective. We consider this to be an important indicator of the fact that the training provided to the Afghan National security forces has begun to bear fruit. We should relentlessly continue our efforts in this area. Our common objective in Afghanistan is to ensure that the Afghans have the means and capabilities to take charge of their future in a fully and meaningfully sovereign Afghan State.”
2011-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6625 (2011) · source
“Rabbani's death will not have been in vain. Such attacks will not and cannot deter the Afghans and the international community from the pursuit of a peaceful, secure and democratic Afghanistan. It will certainly take time and dedicated efforts, but it is critical that credible progress be made towards reintegration and reconciliation. Thus we continue to strongly encourage Afghanistan's regional and international partners to continue to provide the necessary support to these efforts as requested by Afghanistan. In addition to Mr. Rabbani's assassination, we have seen a recent spate of attacks by the insurgents against high-profile Afghan and international targets, as also enumerated in the Secretary-General's report. These attacks show that the security situation remains fragile.”
2011-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6625 (2011) · source
“Let me begin by warmly greeting His Excellency Minister Ambassador Rassoul and Special Representative Staffan de Mistura. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General for his report (S/2011/590) and the Special Representative for his briefing. Before I go any further, I would like to express once again our sorrow and indignation at the assassination of Mr. Burhanuddin Rabbani, Chairman of the High Peace Council and former President of Afghanistan. We strongly condemn this heinous attack and offer our deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to his family as well as to the people and the Government of Afghanistan. We also wish a speedy recovery to Mr. Mohammad Masoom Stanekzai, Chief Executive of the Afghanistan Peace and Reintegration Programme. It is incumbent upon Afghanistan and all of us to make sure that Mr.”
2011-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6625 (2011) · source
“If the current pattern of Israeli policies towards Gaza, which target the entire population in a disproportionate manner, can be reversed, then the root cause of such reactions will also have been eliminated. In conclusion, let me reiterate once more Turkey's unwavering support for and determination to assist our Palestinian brothers and sisters in the process of reaching their long-delayed target of a viable, peaceful and prosperous Palestinian State.”
2011-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6520Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We continue to make every contribution to the inquiry process under the auspices of the United Nations, with the expectation that a fair and just conclusion will be reached. But there should be no question about our resolve with respect to this issue. We will pursue this matter and explore every avenue available in the international system until we are convinced that justice has been done. No member of the international community is above international law. Accountability is the key to stability and security. It should also be borne in mind that the phenomenon of humanitarian convoys to Gaza cannot simply be explained away as unilateral provocations.”
2011-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6520Resumption1 (2011) · source
“That was an international incident with ramifications for international peace and security, which is why the Council issued a very firm presidential statement immediately following the event. Moreover, that tragic episode was also the result of numerous and successive blatant violations of international law by Israel, beginning with the imposition of an unlawful blockade and continuing with the torture and murder of passengers on the international humanitarian aid convoy. Turkey at first tried to prevent this incident; then, once tragedy had struck, it referred the matter to the relevant international bodies. Turkey, for its part, has strictly abided by all the parameters established for the international inquiry process under the auspices of the United Nations, while refraining from unilateral acts and inflammatory statements.”
2011-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6520Resumption1 (2011) · source
“The recent escalation of tensions among the parties is clear proof that the situation is tenuous at best. Minimalist approaches aimed at public diplomacy will not work. Israel must lift its illegal blockade of Gaza immediately. Meanwhile, achieving national reconciliation among Palestinians also remains an urgent priority. Turkey calls on the Palestinian groups to once and for all end their disunity, embracing a future in their own State, living side by side with Israel in peace and security. In that respect, the international community should extend a helping hand, in an unequivocal manner, to the Palestinians. Eleven months have passed since the deadly attack by Israeli forces on a humanitarian aid convoy sailing to Gaza, which resulted in nine civilian deaths and many injuries.”
2011-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6520Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In that context, Turkey believes that if the Palestinians are objectively ready to be accepted as a fully fledged State member of the international community, with all the relevant rights and responsibilities - and it is clear that they are on the verge of that momentous step - then the international community cannot and must not turn a blind eye to their just and legitimate appeal. On the other hand, the plight of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip should urgently be alleviated, and the reconstruction and rehabilitation requirements of the Gaza Strip must urgently be addressed. Security Council resolution 1860 (2009) must be implemented as a whole. The current humanitarian and human rights conditions of the civilian population in Gaza are unsustainable, unacceptable and, ultimately, not in the interests of any of those concerned.”
2011-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6520Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Needless to say, the progress on the ground as reflected in economic figures can be sustainable only if the political process proceeds in parallel with it. In other words, efforts in good faith should not be confined to so-called "economic peace" but should reinforce the political dimension of the peace process and materialize in the form of Palestinian statehood. The time has come to show solidarity with the Palestinians and help them to live in peace and dignity.”
2011-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6520Resumption1 (2011) · source
“The lack of a solution serves only to perpetuate insecurity and suffering. Turkey attributes importance to the work of the Quartet and hopes that it will meet soon to lay out the parameters of direct negotiations. The Palestinians have been working hard for the past two years to lay the institutional groundwork of their future State. As evidenced at the recent meeting of the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee for the Coordination of International Assistance to Palestinians (AHLC), they are ready. Through its State-building efforts, the Palestinian Authority has proved to all skeptics that the Palestinians deserve to attain their decades-long target of internationally recognized statehood, even though they continue to suffer under occupation.”
2011-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6520Resumption1 (2011) · source
“As many colleagues have pointed out, historic events are sweeping the Middle East and North Africa. These major developments rightfully deserve the attention of the international community. Meanwhile, the Palestinian issue is rapidly approaching a critical stage. Turkey continues to believe firmly that the Israeli-Palestinian conflict lies at the heart of many disputes in the region and beyond and therefore merits our special attention. That is why the quest for a lasting and comprehensive settlement should not take a back seat to developments in the region. On the contrary, it must once again be our priority. Despite the current impasse in the peace process due to Israel's unabated settlement activities in occupied East Jerusalem and the West Bank, we see no alternative to a negotiated settlement.”
2011-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6520Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We will be consulting with Afghanistan and the regional countries in the process of preparing for that conference, which be will aimed at furthering the existing regional vision as based on the principles set out in the Statement adopted at the "Heart of Asia" conference. At the same time, we are convinced of the need to bridge the efforts made at the regional and international levels. Towards that end, we will continue to have intensive consultations with all relevant actors, making use of all available opportunities, in various formats. 11-2662] In conclusion, let me emphasize that Turkey's commitment to Afghanistan is long-term and will continue as long as required by the Afghans.”
2011-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6497 (2011) · source
“At the national level, we will intensify our ongoing efforts towards the development, reconstruction, capacity- building, education and training of the Afghan national police and army in line with the needs and requirements of the Afghan Government. At the regional level, proceeding from the belief that the resolution of many of the challenges Afghanistan faces requires, first and foremost, the constructive support of its neighbours and regional partners, we will strive to continue our work towards regional cooperation, confidence- building and development. The year 2010 has been a busy and constructive one in setting down the fundamentals of a common vision for this purpose. It is our firm intention to take the regional dimension forward by holding another regional conference in Turkey in the fall.”
2011-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6497 (2011) · source
“In that respect, we are supportive of the efforts of the High Peace Council and of the steps taken to implement the Afghan Peace and Reintegration Programme. We also encourage Afghanistan's regional and international partners to continue to provide the necessary support to those efforts as requested by Afghanistan. While the transition to Afghan ownership and responsibility is progressing with the support of the international community, Turkey has been taking steps to ensure that its contributions to this effort continue in an effective manner. In this vein, we have been concentrating our efforts mainly on two levels.”
2011-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6497 (2011) · source
“While we work towards a sustained and credible transfer of responsibility in the areas of security, governance and development, the ultimate goal of lasting peace, prosperity and stability in Afghanistan will be achieved only by parallel efforts in the political process. We are pleased to see a consensus on the fact 1 1-26621 that military means alone will not guarantee a sustainable resolution of the conflict. It will certainly take time and dedicated effort, but 2011 will be crucial also in making credible progress towards reintegration and a political reconciliation which embraces all segments of society. This process should be Afghan- led, and we are pleased to see that Afghan authorities are indeed taking the lead.”
2011-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6497 (2011) · source
“This is also evidenced by the readiness and dedication of the United Nations to assist Afghan authorities and to support the Kabul process through a constructive, comprehensive, transparent, practically focused and complementary partnership. We are confident that the United Nations and its Mission in Afghanistan, under the leadership of Special Representative of the Secretary-General Staffan de Mistura, are capable of playing the critical role expected of them if provided with the necessary tools. We therefore endorse a strong mandate for UNAMA that is in accordance with the principles of Afghan leadership and ownership.”
2011-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6497 (2011) · source
“A great deal remains to be done. However, we are confident of success as long as Afghanistan and its international partners are committed to working together. We will ensure that this gradual and conditions-based process is irreversible by exerting concerted and sustained efforts in conformity with the priorities and requirements of the Afghan Government. I must also once again emphasize that the transition does not mean an end to the international community's commitments in Afghanistan. It has been made clear that transition is not an exit and that the international community will continue to be engaged in Afghanistan beyond 2014.”
2011-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6497 (2011) · source
“According to the decisions taken at the London and Kabul Conferences and at the NATO Lisbon summit, this is the year that Afghanistan and its international partners will move steadily forward towards a transition to Afghan ownership and responsibility. We are encouraged by the steps taken so far and look forward to the official announcement by President Karzai next week of the launch of the first tranche of the transition to Afghan-led security, which is to be finalized in 2014. While we are optimistic, we are also realistic with respect to the fact that, given the challenges facing us, the transition is not going to be an easy process. We appreciate the results already achieved by the Afghan authorities in the implementation of the Kabul process and urge them to push forward to bring about more tangible outcomes.”
2011-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6497 (2011) · source
“Let me begin by warmly greeting Ambassador Tanin and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Staffan de Mistura. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General for his report (S/2011/l20*) and the Special Representative for his insightful briefing. We remain strongly supportive and appreciative of the efforts of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) under the effective leadership of the Special Representative. At the last Council meeting on Afghanistan, I said that 2010 had been an important year and a milestone for Afghanistan. Today, I would like to add that 2011 will be crucial.”
2011-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6497 (2011) · source
“We also believe that today's meeting will provide valuable inputs for our discussions within the Contact Group. In that sense, we believe that the two meetings are mutually reinforcing.”
2011-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6494 (2011) · source
“The Special Representative of the Secretary- General and head of the United Nations Political Office for Somalia, Ambassador Mahiga, has the full support of Turkey. We praise the constructive efforts of the African Union and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development towards finding a durable solution to the problem in Somalia. On 21 March, Turkey will chair the eighth plenary meeting of the international Contact Group on Piracy off the Coast of Somalia. With the recent increase in hijackings and the escalation of Violence by pirates, there is an urgent need for a strategic plan to tackle and systematically combat piracy. We believe that the upcoming plenary will provide a good opportunity to discuss this issue in a holistic manner.”
2011-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6494 (2011) · source
“Turkey, in principle, supports the idea of the extension of the transitional period as long as decisions to that effect are taken in a coordinated and consensual fashion. We welcome the efforts of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Mahiga, and the Transitional Federal Government (TFG) to reach compromise solutions on the matter. 11-2583] We appreciate that Prime Minister Mohamed and his Government are truly committed to achieving the targets for a functional State with all of its structures in place. We believe that it is incumbent upon the international partners of Somalia to empower the TF G, especially by providing the necessary financial resources and refraining from taking steps that could undermine the authority of the central Government.”
2011-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6494 (2011) · source
“should be provided with adequate, predictable and sustainable funding so that it can effectively implement its mandate. To that end, we think that the Security Council should consider authorizing an enhanced support package, which would be drawn from United Nations assessed contributions. Turkey believes that military means should be coupled with steps to be taken on the political front. First and foremost, the Transitional Federal Institutions should redouble their efforts to reach out to other groups and try to engage them in the Djibouti political process and strengthen their relations with local authorities in the country. The pending tasks, especially the drafting of the new constitution, should be completed after August, when the transitional period ends.”
2011-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6494 (2011) · source
“I wish to congratulate the Chinese presidency for organizing this open debate. I also want to thank the Secretary-General, the Prime Minister of Somalia, and the Special Representative for Somalia of the African Union Commission, Mr. Diarra, for their statements. We welcome and strongly support the elements contained in the presidential statement (S/PRST/201l/6). I shall highlight a few important points. The longer version of my statement will be circulated. Turkey is very concerned about the continuation of the cycle of violence in Somalia. Likewise, we are alarmed by the humanitarian crisis. We commend the crucial role played by the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM). We thank all troop-contributing countries, especially Uganda and Burundi, and convey our condolences for their loss. We believe that AMISOM.”
2011-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6494 (2011) · source
“As an emerging donor country, we will continue to actively pursue these issues within the United Nations and other forums. With this understanding, Turkey will host the fourth United Nations Conference on the Least- Developed Countries next may in Istanbul. We expect that the Conference will bring fresh impetus to the process of development cooperation in assisting least developed countries move towards sustainable economic growth and development. In that regard, we hope that the crucial interrelationship between development and security will be an important part of our discussions in Istanbul.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479Resumption1 (2011) · source
“On the other hand, the linkage between security and development is also changing. There is therefore a need for a new and fresh assessment to better cope with evolving challenges. We should also pay due attention to the need to improve the effectiveness and impact of ongoing peacebuilding programmes and activities, which, among other things, require the deployment of staff with a better understanding of the interlinkages between security and development. We should also place special emphasis on the role of women in all phases of our efforts in peacekeeping, peacebuilding and development. We should further try to ensure increased participation by women. Rethinking development policies, investing in preventive diplomacy, building capacities and integrating peacekeeping and peacebuilding are all priority issues for Turkey.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479Resumption1 (2011) · source
“National ownership and national responsibility are key factors for sustainable peace. As the Secretary-General underlined in his statement, fragile countries facing stark inequality and weak institutions are at increased risk of conflict. For this reason, it is important to build and strengthen national institutions. In our efforts, we should give due consideration to production capacity and job creation as well. A regional approach is also necessary for our efforts to succeed. In many cases, both security and development have regional implications. In our view, effective cooperation at the regional level, an active role played by subregional and regional organizations and close coordination and partnership among various United Nations entities, the World Bank and other financial and regional organizations are of particular importance.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We have to be cautious not to adopt simplistic approaches and generalizations, since the relationship between peace, security and development depends on a complex web of issues and every conflict situation has its own specific dynamics and conditions that need to be taken into account in calibrating our policies. A unique mix of factors influences the interplay between security and development in each country. In that regard, we need to pay particular attention to the context-specific political dynamics and institutional features in each country to ensure an environment where lasting security and development can be made possible. To achieve durable security and development, we should ensure the active engagement of all local stakeholders. It is of critical importance to work closely with the local people.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In that context, it has grappled with the need to establish the right connections between peacekeeping and peacebuilding and, in that regard, between security and development. This suggests that there is an ever growing recognition that sustainable peace cannot be solely based on security or development and that both should go hand in hand so as to form a coherent whole. There is no doubt that conflict stalls development and the lack of development breeds further instability and strife. There is a vicious circle between conflict and underdevelopment, which needs to be broken through coherent, inclusive and holistic strategies.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479Resumption1 (2011) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank the presidency of Brazil for organizing this open debate on this important issue. I wish to also commend Ambassador Viotti, Permanent Representative of Brazil, and her team for preparing the comprehensive concept note (S/2011/50) and the presidential statement (S/PRST/2OIl/4), which highlight the issues and challenges that require greater attention by the United Nations and other actors involved in security and development. I shall dwell upon only a few points that I believe are of particular importance. In the past couple of years, the Security Council has been very much preoccupied with how to improve its response to conflict situations.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Turkey welcomes the increasing awareness within the United Nations system and among Member States of the importance of removing constraints on women's full participation in the peacebuilding process. We look forward to the further empowerment of women's role in peacekeeping, peacebuilding and mediation endeavours.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472 (2011) · source
“Strategic planning for peacebuilding activities must therefore also be sufficiently flexible. In view of resource constraints, the success of the overall effort depends on the ability to strategically coordinate the activities of different actors. In this regard, the United Nations has a unique role to play, as it can coordinate the work of various stakeholders to deliver as one on the ground. United Nations support to regional and subregional organizations should be increased in order to develop their capacities to better perform United Nations-mandated tasks in the future. Before concluding, let me also underline the importance of mainstreaming women's participation at all stages of the peacebuilding effort.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472 (2011) · source
“Many conflicts have cross-border dimensions beyond domestic political circumstances. Accordingly, the scope of conflict analysis and response needs to be broadened, not only conceptually, but also geographically. If our peacebuilding endeavours are to succeed, we should pursue an integrated and comprehensive approach. This approach should be based on coherence among political, security, development, human rights, humanitarian and rule of law objectives. We believe that it is necessary to take complementary actions in all those areas. It is also always important to bear in mind that every country is unique. Local conditions, needs, opportunities and limitations may differ considerably. This means that the prioritization of peacebuilding and capacity-building activities must be country-specific.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472 (2011) · source
“The effective and sustainable realization of peacebuilding goals requires the active engagement of all local stakeholders, including civil society, professional associations and women's organizations. Therefore, one priority of peacekeeping operations should be to win the hearts and minds of the local people and to work together with them. This will not only inoculate the operation against criticism that it has been imposed on the national Government and population, but will also increase its success. National ownership and capacity-building are also essential elements of a successful exit strategy. At the regional level, the support and cooperation of regional actors, particularly neighbouring countries, is another essential aspect of successful post-conflict peacebuilding and institution-building.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472 (2011) · source