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Argiiello

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first: 2007-06-22
most recent: 2011-09-16
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“This year also marks the sixtieth anniversary of the adoption of the Geneva Conventions of 1949, the keystones of international humanitarian law. In accordance with international humanitarian law, the protection of civilians in armed conflicts is a legal obligation under international law. It is regrettable that the Council must continue to deal with the matter because civilians continue to this day to suffer the grave consequences of armed conflicts. We are therefore convinced that the Security Council must remain committed to the protection of civilians in armed conflicts by promoting respect for international humanitarian and human rights law and fighting impunity.”
2009-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6216Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Mr. Argiiello (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): At the outset, allow me to commend the Austrian delegation for its work in the presidency of the Security Council for the month of November and to thank it for convening this open debate, to which my country attaches special importance. I also reiterate the importance of the Council's holding public meetings to allow all Members of the Organization to express their opinions and interact with members of the Council. This year, the Security Council is considering for the tenth consecutive year the issue of the protection of civilians in armed conflict within the legal framework of resolutions 1265 (1999), 1296 (2000) and 1674 (2006) and the aide-memoire on the protection of civilians (S/PRST/2002/6) adopted by the Security Council in 2002.”
2009-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6216Resumption1 (2009) · source
“The role of troop-contributing countries in that task is very important; in conjunction with the various United Nations programmes and agencies, those countries are in a position to advance joint initiatives to improve the lives of the women in missions in which they participate. Thus, for example, together with the United Nations Development Fund for Women, Argentina is currently organizing a workshop on gender and human rights aimed at raising the gender awareness of the Haitian authorities and people. We believe that the systematic incorporation of gender issues in post-conflict recovery projects cannot be undertaken at the technical level or through theoretical commitments, but that it depends to a large degree on political will and adequate financing. Thus, it is up to us to make that a reality.”
2009-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6196Resumption1 (2009) · source
“However, at the same time, it is necessary to invest in the education and training of women so that they can play a role in the institutions thus established. That is particularly important in the case of political parties, electoral processes, judicial systems and security institutions. In that regard, it is crucial to work within the State to put an end to gender violence. There is no potential for empowerment in a climate of violence. We therefore welcome the adoption of resolution 1888 (2009) with the broad support of United Nations Members, and believe that its implementation will be an effective step towards the eradication of impunity.”
2009-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6196Resumption1 (2009) · source
“At the same time, the cooperation of Member States is required in order to increase the participation of women in the field as civilian, military or police personnel. From the viewpoint of the State, it is important that the role of women in post-conflict reconstruction activities be incorporated into national implementation plans for resolution 1325 (2000). That involves not only the deployment of a larger number of women in the field, but also acknowledgement of the effective role that women can perform in all stages of that process, including as mediators in peace processes. The empowerment of women is fundamental to increasing their participation in reconstruction. The new institutions should take into account the interests and needs of women, and ensure their access to all entities that guarantee the enjoyment of their rights.”
2009-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6196Resumption1 (2009) · source
“At the same time, it is drafting a national plan that addresses all the areas included in that instrument, and has incorporated specific policies for the implementation of resolution 1820 (2008) on sexual violence against women in situations of armed conflict. The participation of women in post-conflict peacebuilding processes can be analysed from the standpoint both of the United Nations system and of the State. In the first case, it is essential to address the issue of gender from the planning stage of activities in the field and to sustain it in all phases of reconstruction and peacebuilding. To that end, it is necessary to improve the information systems of the various United Nations agencies and programmes so as to have a full understanding of the situation of women in a given place.”
2009-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6196Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Mr. Argiiello (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): Allow me to begin by congratulating the Mission of Viet Nam on its assumption of the presidency and on organizing this open debate, which reflects the resolute commitment of the Security Council to the effective follow-up and implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) almost 10 years since its adoption. We thank the Secretary-General for submitting his report (S/2009/465). We endorse the recommendations contained therein, in particular regarding the establishment of monitoring and accountability mechanisms for the implementation of the resolution at the national, regional and international levels. Argentina is among those countries that have made progress in developing an implementation plan for resolution 1325 (2000) in the defence sector.”
2009-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6196Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Given this unprecedented opportunity, it is essential to ensure the continued commitment of the international community in support of the security and State institutions of Haiti, as well as of its economic and social development. To that end, Argentina supports the extension of the mandate of MINUSTAH for an additional year and will work actively within the Group of Friends of Haiti in the elaboration of the draft resolution in that respect.”
2009-09-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6186 (2009) · source
“We understand that it is necessary to adapt the composition of MINUSTAH to the situation on the ground. There is an urgent need to move ahead in strengthening the institutional capacities of the country and in improving the coordination of international cooperation in order to align it with the priorities set by the Haitian Government and enhance its efficacy and visibility. The United Nations has a fundamental role to play in that regard. I cannot conclude without stressing one of the main conclusions of the most recent report of the Secretary-General on Haiti, which highlights that, "[f]ive years into the stabilization process, there is substantial reason to believe that Haiti is moving away from a past of conflict, towards a brighter future of peaceful development" (S/2009/439, para. 83).”
2009-09-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6186 (2009) · source
“Nevertheless, in order to move forward and launch a new phase in Haiti, seizing upon the opportunity we have today, the work of this Organization and the international community must be more effective and determined. At this stage, it is important to recall that the purpose of our presence in Haiti is to work to ensure that the Haitian Government assumes its responsibilities, thereby making the presence of the United Nations no longer necessary. We understand the importance of learning the lessons of the past and of avoiding a hasty withdrawal from Haiti, as demonstrated by our continued support for MINUSTAH through the provision of military and police officers. Nevertheless, we believe that the action of the international community in Haiti cannot and must not consist merely in the presence of MINUSTAH in its current configuration.”
2009-09-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6186 (2009) · source
“In April, I made a statement before this Council to stress my country's concern over the lack of progress in the social and economic development of Haiti, taking into account that without tangible improvement in the living conditions of the Haitian population, progress in the field of security and stability could be undermined. I take this opportunity to note the report of the Secretary-General (S/2009/439) and the recommendations contained therein, while regretting once again the grave economic and social situation in which the country finds itself. When we consider how things were in Haiti when MINUSTAH was established, we must acknowledge that the progress in the security situation and in the political process is promising and reminds us that we have a historic opportunity to advance in other fields.”
2009-09-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6186 (2009) · source
“In this regard, allow me to recall that my country is cooperating with Haiti to strengthen the Ministry of Investment and Planning and the Ministry of Economy and Finance, and in the field of food security through the PRO-HUERTA programme, which is aimed at developing community gardens. MINUSTAH has been a decisive factor in the re-establishment of stability and security in the country, assisting the Haitian people in its commitment to democracy. When MINUSTAH was first established by the Council in 2004, its main objective was to create a secure and stable environment that would allow the normal development of the political and constitutional process in Haiti. The holding of senatorial elections in April was thus a concrete example of the significant progress in the realization of the Mission's mandate.”
2009-09-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6186 (2009) · source
“In addition, I take this opportunity to reaffirm the importance of frequent open meetings of the Security Council to allow all Member States to express their opinions and to interact with the members of this body. The question of Haiti is of fundamental importance to Latin America in general, and to my country in particular. The fact that the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) is the first peacekeeping operation with a majority of Latin American participants, among its military contingents and in its military command, reflects that importance. The many technical cooperation programmes that Latin American countries carry out in Haiti, mainly oriented to strengthening Haitian institutions, are also a reflection of the importance of the question for the region.”
2009-09-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6186 (2009) · source
“Mr. Argiiello (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): First of all, I wish to note that my delegation associates itself with the statement delivered by the Permanent Representative of Uruguay on behalf of the Group of Friends of Haiti. I would also like to congratulate you, Madam, on assuming the presidency of the Security Council for September and to thank the United States delegation for the timely organization of this open debate on the situation in Haiti. Allow me, through you, to thank the Prime Minister of Haiti, Mrs. Pierre- Louis; the Special Envoy for Haiti, former United States President William Clinton; and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. He'di Annabi, for his very comprehensive briefing.”
2009-09-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6186 (2009) · source
“We hope that the Council will take specific measures in a future resolution to ensure that in the renewal of every peacekeeping mandate these situations be considered and that effective mechanisms will be put in place to provide leadership and coherence in the response and ensure a solid basis for future Council action at all levels, including information gathering, awareness, technical analysis of options and best practices.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Bearing in mind these realities, Argentina is convinced that effective measures must be adopted as a matter of urgency to prevent and respond to acts of sexual violence against the civilian population. This would make a significant contribution to the maintenance of international peace and security. Argentina hopes that the decisions that the Council will adopt in this area will strongly incorporate two lines of thought: protection for the full human rights of victims and an end to impunity for the perpetrators. In that connection, we are grateful for the conclusions and recommendations of the report of the Secretary-General, which we support.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180Resumption1 (2009) · source
“We continue to receive reports from the field on the use of sexual violence as a political or military weapon in some current conflicts. Sexual violence is categorically prohibited as a method of war. The widespread and systematic use of sexual violence is a grave violation of international law, as enshrined in the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court and in the Geneva Conventions and their Additional Protocols. This was prominent in the context of the first case to be tried before the Court, which leads us to reflect not only on how widespread this aberrant practice is in conflict, but also on the importance of effective penalties in putting an end to impunity and preventing such situations from recurring in the future.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180Resumption1 (2009) · source
“As to the punishment contemplated in the eventuality of an Argentine military personnel member deployed in a peacekeeping operation being involved in a case of sexual violence, disciplinary measures are applied immediately within the unit deployed in the theatre of operations. This results in the return to our country of the person in question and the continuation of disciplinary action in Argentina. This can involve very severe punishment, including discharge. We should also note that as of today, after 51 years of an uninterrupted Argentine military presence in many United Nations peacekeeping operations, there has been no recorded case of sexual violence or abuse in connection with Argentina's participation in peacekeeping missions.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180Resumption1 (2009) · source
“It is part of our training mission to make these documents and resolutions known; moreover, all staff know the applicable law and the conduct that the United Nations expects from its peacekeepers in this sphere. Specific courses are offered following the United Nations Standardized Generic Training Modules. And at present the training institute is completely updating its entire curriculum in accordance with the new United Nations training module, the Core Pre-Deployment Training Materials. Furthermore, a follow-up system is in place through interviews and surveys that serve as guide and support for national policies, and we are planning an auditing system for monitoring the progress of gender mainstreaming.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Similarly, those two resolutions underpin the work of the Argentine centre for joint peacekeeping training, which for four years has been training troops for United Nations deployment. I stress that the national training centre is firmly committed to international standards of human rights protection, in particular gender issues in peacekeeping operations, as well as to the Code of Conduct and measures to prevent sexual exploitation and abuse. We also stress full and equal participation of men and women in all initiatives for peace during all stages of armed conflict, peacekeeping and peacebuilding. Implementation of the two resolutions, the content of United Nations reports and our own lessons learned are systematically incorporated into the centre's gender curriculum.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180Resumption1 (2009) · source
“This encompasses sexual violence, including rape, in all contexts, such as marriage, other relationships and family situations - both with and without cohabitation - as well as forced prostitution, exploitation, slavery, harassment, sexual abuse or trafficking. With respect to the training of Argentine troops, including those participating in United Nations peacekeeping operations, I wish to emphasize that throughout the process of selecting personnel for deployment consideration is given to the Code of Conduct for peacekeepers, including the provisions related to gender and sexual exploitation and abuse, which encompass the provisions and concepts set out in resolutions 1325 (2000) and 1820 (2008).”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Mr. Argiiello (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): Let me begin by thanking the United Kingdom presidency for having convened this open debate, which reflects the Security Council's commitment to effectively follow up and implement resolution 1820 (2008) nearly a year after its adoption. There must be a firm response to the continued use of sexual violence in its various forms against civilians, in particular women and girls, in conflict and post-conflict situations. We must put an end to impunity and protect the victims in all situations where the United Nations is present. Consonant with my country's firm commitment to combat gender-based violence, the Argentine national congress, in March, adopted a comprehensive protection law to prevent, punish and eliminate violence against women wherever they interact with others.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Allow me to conclude by reiterating that, under international humanitarian law and Security Council resolutions, attacks on civilians or other protected persons in situations of armed conflict constitute a blatant breach of international law. I urge strict compliance with the obligations arising from the 1899 and 1907 Hague Conventions, the four 1949 Geneva Conventions and their 1977 Protocols, and the decisions of the Security Council.”
2009-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6151Resumption1 (2009) · source
“The Council has established two international tribunals, namely, for the former Yugoslavia and for Rwanda. In addition, the International Criminal Court is now fully operational. I would like to recall that the International Criminal Court is not a tribunal intended to supplant national justice; instead it operates when the latter is not functioning. In other words, ensuring accountability for such crimes under national systems is not only an obligation of States. As suggested by the Secretary- General, it could also help to alleviate some of the perceptions about the tension between the quest for justice, on the one hand, and the search for peace, on the other.”
2009-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6151Resumption1 (2009) · source
“If, owing to the inability or lack of will of the parties involved in a conflict to fulfil their obligations under international humanitarian law, they should at least make every effort to guarantee the passage of shipments and materials and the delivery of emergency assistance. The other fundamental aspect of access is that persons escaping from combat areas must be allowed safe passage to places where they are protected from the hostilities. With regard to the role ofjustice, that is an issue to which my country, by virtue of its not-too-distant past, attaches the outmost importance. Individuals who commit war crimes, genocide or crimes against humanity are responsible for very serious violations of the law, and must therefore be criminally accountable before the law.”
2009-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6151Resumption1 (2009) · source
“However, the report of the Secretary-General and the conclusions of the workshop on the subject organized in January 2009 by Australia and Uruguay have underscored the need to develop clearer mandates that provide the necessary resources in an efficient and timely manner. In that regard, we await the independent study requested by the Department of Peacekeeping Operations and the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, which could serve as a starting point in continuing to address this issue. Another important aspect of the protection of civilians is to guarantee humanitarian assistance.”
2009-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6151Resumption1 (2009) · source
“However, where conflicts exist, the parties are obliged to respect the basic rule - which originated even before the establishment of the Organization - that civilians must be protected from the effects of the conflict. With regard to non-State armed groups in conflicts that are not of an international nature, it is clear that common article 3 to the four 1949 Geneva Conventions includes specific obligations that must be respected by the parties - that is, they apply also to parties that are not of a State nature. With regard to peacekeeping operations and the protection of civilians, my country firmly believes that including protection activities in the mandates of United Nations missions is important to ensuring the effectiveness of humanitarian assistance in practical terms.”
2009-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6151Resumption1 (2009) · source
“There are still many situations in which civilians are the target of attacks, as evidenced by the unacceptably high number of victims among civilians, situations where children are recruited as soldiers and are subject to abuse, situations where sexual violence is a daily occurrence and other situations where thousands and even millions of persons are displaced and where it is impossible to deliver humanitarian assistance. The report of the Secretary-General very clearly identifies five challenges. Eradicating armed conflict is one of the objectives of the Charter of the United Nations and of the international community as a whole.”
2009-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6151Resumption1 (2009) · source
“It is regrettable that there are still situations in which that protection is not guaranteed, which has led to the Council's permanent consideration of the matter. We are therefore convinced that the Security Council must continue to be committed to the protection of civilians in armed conflict, to promoting full respect for international, humanitarian and human rights law and to combating impunity. My delegation is grateful for the report (S/2009/277) of the Secretary-General on the protection of civilians in armed conflict. We deeply regret that, as it was 10 years ago, its conclusions are discouraging.”
2009-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6151Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Mr. Argiiello (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): Allow me first to congratulate you, Sir, on your work during your presidency of the Security Council for the month of June. In particular, I would like to thank you for convening this open debate, to which my country attaches special importance. I would also like to acknowledge the presence of Mr. John Holmes and to thank him for the briefing he gave this morning. 09-38414 This is the tenth consecutive year that the Security Council considers the issue of the protection of civilians in armed conflict. In accordance with international humanitarian law, the protection of civilians in armed conflicts is a legal obligation of the parties to the conflict from which they are not relieved even if the counterparty or counterparties act in breach of it.”
2009-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6151Resumption1 (2009) · source
“In that regard, my delegation deems it essential to strengthen the relationship and cooperation between the three Committees and the Human Rights Council, the High Commissioner for Human Rights and the Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms while countering terrorism. We also believe that such issues as the rule of law, due process guarantees and respect for human rights are fundamental elements in the work of the Committees' counter-terrorism efforts. Allow me to conclude by reiterating that Argentina reaffirms that the fight against terrorism must be based on respect for international law, international humanitarian law, international human rights law and the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations.”
2009-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6128Resumption1 (2009) · source
“As regards the application of sanctions to individuals and entities related to Al-Qaida and the Taliban regime through the 1267 Committee, my delegation considers that its revised guidelines can show the way to other Committees in fulfilling the mandate given by our heads of State at the 2005 Summit to ensure the existence of clear and fair proceedings not only for including persons and entities on the lists of sanctions, but also for de-listing them and granting humanitarian exceptions. Argentina is convinced that the international community must redouble its efforts to include and respect the basic elements and minimum standards of due process in all actions undertaken to combat terrorism. It is necessary to achieve a proper balance between security imperatives and respect for human rights.”
2009-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6128Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Finally, allow me to reiterate the offer made by my country in March to the Chairman of the 1540 Committee to cooperate most fully in implementing regional plans of action and to share our experience in the progressive implementation of various disarmament and non-proliferation measures. We also recall our proposal, also made in March, to coordinate late this year the organization of a workshop on the issue for Latin American countries with the purpose of sharing local experience in promoting and developing similar activities in other subregional groupings. We trust that we will be able to rely on the necessary support from the 1540 Committee.”
2009-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6128Resumption1 (2009) · source
“In the context of its commitment, in June, Argentina will host a regional seminar on the suppression of acts of nuclear terrorism, jointly organized by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and the Inter-American Committee against Terrorism of the Organization of American States. Representatives of 12 countries of the region have been invited to participate. In this context, the seminar is expected to hold a substantive exchange of views on resolution 1540 (2004) and its contribution to the prevention of nuclear terrorism, as well as on the Inter-American Convention against Terrorism and its implementation.”
2009-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6128Resumption1 (2009) · source
“At the regional level, my country, convinced that the effective control of technologies and dual-use material is possible only through the explicit harmonization of legislation and operative mechanisms at the regional level, hosted a seminar of the Organization of American States on the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004), held in Buenos Aires in May 2008, with the participation of 22 countries of the region and representatives of relevant international organizations. My country also promoted the establishment in the subregional context of the South American Common Market working group on weapons of mass destruction, which meets regularly.”
2009-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6128Resumption1 (2009) · source
“In the domestic arena, and with the initial support of the United States Department of Energy, we have established a technical group to provide training in the identification of sensitive goods, and entrusted it with training national and foreign invited experts in relevant technologies. The most recent course was held in 2008 and attended by experts from Chile, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay and South Africa, the latter participating as observers.”
2009-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6128Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Argentina's commitment to the non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery is a clear contribution to international peace and security, allowing at the same time the development and application in the domestic realm of dual-use technologies for peaceful purposes as we progress towards economic growth and sustainable development. It must be recalled that Argentina is to date the only Latin American country to belong to the five regimes for the export control: the Australia Group, the Zangger Committee, the Nuclear Suppliers Group, the Wassenaar Arrangement and the Missile Technology Control Regime. In compliance with the obligations arising from resolutions 1540 (2004) and 1810 (2008), Argentina has submitted its national report and subsequent updates.”
2009-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6128Resumption1 (2009) · source
“It has also ratified the Inter-American Convention against Terrorism and signed the International Convention for the Suppression of Acts of Nuclear Terrorism. Argentina recognizes that terrorism is a crime or a set of crimes that must be tried under criminal law within the framework of efficient legal systems, with the necessary resources and due process guarantees. The work of the three Committees, whose joint report brings us together today, is of special significance, particularly regarding technical assistance to strengthen security, police and judicial systems. Allow me therefore to refer briefly to the work of the Committees established pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1373 (2001) and 1540 (2004) with respect to our country.”
2009-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6128Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Mr. Argiiello (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): We thank you, Sir, for organizing this open debate, and the Chairmen of the Committees established pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1373 (2001) and 1540 (2004) - the representatives of Austria, France and Costa Rica, respectively - for their briefings. Please allow me, Sir, to reiterate the importance of open debates of this type because they allow all the States Members of the Organization to express their opinions and interact with the members of the Security Council. On a daily basis, we see that the use of force cannot and must not be the only response to terrorism. Convinced of this fact, my country has ratified the 12 United Nations conventions on terrorism and adopted corresponding domestic measures.”
2009-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6128Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Argentina reiterates its unshakeable commitment to the protection of children from all forms of violence and to continued cooperation with the Working Group and all mechanisms contributing to the promotion and protection of the rights of children in order to secure for them the potential for a childhood free from violence where their human rights can be fully enjoyed.”
2009-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6114Resumption1 (2009) · source
“We believe that that is an indispensable component for peacebuilding that must receive appropriate political attention in all relevant forums, including the Peacebuilding Commission. In line with what I said earlier, we would like to stress the importance of the programmes initiated by some Governments with the support of the United Nations and the international community to ensure appropriate rehabilitation and reintegration of children who have been released or who have managed to leave armed groups.”
2009-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6114Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Thirdly, the action plans agreed upon have proven to be a valuable tool, and we encourage the Security Council to continue urging parties to armed conflict situations to prepare and put into practice concrete action plans with definite time frames in order to end the illegal recruitment and use of children, as well as to undertake concrete commitments regarding other types of alleged violations and abuses. Fourthly, we are convinced of the need to carry out effective programmes of demobilization, reintegration and rehabilitation so that victims have a real opportunity to be reintegrated into society. For this purpose, these programmes must have sufficient funding and pragmatic and effective mechanisms to achieve sustainable results over time.”
2009-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6114Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Secondly, we have listened closely to the statements of the representative of Costa Rica and other delegations, and we agree with what they said. We consider that the deliberations of the Security Council Working Group should be extended to all situations of armed conflict, where there is proof not solely of the recruitment and use of child soldiers but of any of the other five categories of grave violations, including rape and other serious sexual violence. We believe it relevant to review the criteria for inclusion in the annexes, taking all forms of violence into consideration.”
2009-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6114Resumption1 (2009) · source
“In that regard, we are grateful for the recommendations set out in the report of the Secretary-General, which we shall study carefully. In addition to what we have said in previous debates on this item, we wish today to underscore our agreement on a number of points. First of all, the fight against impunity and the quest for justice are at the core of any effective response aimed at preventing and eliminating human rights violations in any situation. It is therefore indispensable to make greater efforts to end impunity, including in cases of systematic and generalized sexual violence. It is imperative to ensure due process and recourse for the victims to adequate legal remedies, including the International Criminal Court, where applicable.”
2009-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6114Resumption1 (2009) · source
“But a source of great concern is the widespread persistence of the abhorrent practice of recruiting child soldiers, including in cases of inadequate supervision of official practice meant to ensure that young recruits are of legal age, and of manipulating child soldiers in the context of peace negotiations. We are also alarmed by the upsurge of violence of all kinds, including attacks that impede the exercise of the right to education and numerous recorded cases of sexual violence in a context of insecurity and impunity. Argentina attaches great importance to the promotion and protection of the rights of children. Every State has the imperative obligation to ensure that its inhabitants fully enjoy human rights, even under the most difficult circumstances.”
2009-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6114Resumption1 (2009) · source
“In that regard, we shall continue to work to strengthen the mandates of existing mechanisms and to search for new institutional solutions. We also view most positively the progress made in the protection of children affected by armed conflict since the adoption of resolution 1612 (2005). This progress has been achieved through the joint endeavours of States and the mechanisms created by the United Nations system, with the invaluable support of civil society organizations. We appreciate the action taken by a number of national Governments, as outlined in the report of the Secretary-General (S/2009/158). This includes their commitment to action plans agreed upon by parties to a conflict, consistent with resolutions 1539 (2004) and 1612 (2005) and with international law.”
2009-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6114Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Mr. Argiiello (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): Argentina, at the outset, would like to thank the delegation of Mexico, which holds the presidency of the Security Council for the month of April, for its initiative in organizing today's debate. We congratulate the Mexican delegation on its efforts as Chair of the Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict. Our thanks go to those who addressed the Security Council this morning. In particular, we listened carefully to the statement of Ms. Radhika Coomaraswamy, for which we are most grateful. And we cannot fail to thank Ms. Grace Akallo for sharing her perspective and her experience as a former child soldier. It is our understanding that the issue of the protection of children, in all its aspects, falls primarily within the purview of the General Assembly.”
2009-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6114Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Finally, with regard to the report's recommendations on financing issues, we agree with what the Secretary-General said this morning in his intervention, that such issues call for thorough consideration, especially by the relevant bodies of the Organization.”
2009-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6092Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Ever-increasing participation by the African Union in conflict-prevention, peacekeeping and post- conflict reconstruction efforts is therefore essential. More than ever before, threats to security require a collective approach based on various types of cooperation. In turn, that requires close coordination with regard to both strategies and programmes. At the same time, there is a need to optimize the advantages that the regional organizations could bring. In that regard, we believe it is essential to establish the necessary capacities, including in subregional organizations, to arrive at coherent responses that are part of a joint strategy that encompasses the widest possible range of conflict-prevention, peacekeeping and post-conflict reconstruction efforts.”
2009-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6092Resumption1 (2009) · source
“First, we agree that the armed conflicts and the very political instability prevailing in some regions of Africa are clear obstacles to the economic development of those countries. The vicious cycle of poverty and violence that we see in many parts of continent, where conflict is almost constant, is a trap. This trap impedes progress in societies and clearly causes the effects of such conflicts to be even more harmful and deep- rooted than the conflicts themselves. Security is thus a prerequisite for long-term sustainable development. It is clear that we must face these challenges with a comprehensive approach. In such an approach, the deployment of a peacekeeping operation is a response when necessary, but prevention of conflicts before they begin would make a comprehensive approach that also encompasses response capacity.”
2009-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6092Resumption1 (2009) · source