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“Finally, we stress the role that falls to the International Criminal Court. The international community now has an independent and impartial forum to render justice in the most serious cases of violations of human rights and international humanitarian law in situations where, in keeping with the principle of complementarity, national penal systems are unable to address the matter in a genuine and effective way. Beyond the specific cases that are submitted to its jurisdiction, we are certain that the Court will contribute to establishing guidelines for penal justice and respect for the rights of accused and victim alike that will serve as guidance for all States in the area of crimes against humanity.”
2004-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4903 (2004) · source
“In any case, and whatever system is adopted, the task will be enormously difficult, since it will require striking a balance between the necessary application of justice and the search for national peace and reconciliation. In carrying out such tasks, the Council will need to be most mindful of the specificities of each particular situation, of whether or not there existed a genuine rule of law within the State before a conflict, and of the prevailing legal system in order to ensure that the mandates it confers are clear and unequivocal. To facilitate that task, it may be useful to prepare a compendium of model practices for use by the United Nations in each post-conflict situation. Undoubtedly, such practices will need to be flexible and adaptable to the specificity of each situation.”
2004-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4903 (2004) · source
“Indeed, as the Secretary- General said in the debate on justice and the rule of law, the United Nations must hope to guide, not direct. In cases where circumstances do not permit at the outset, responsibility must be shifted at the proper time to local actors, whose role should always be central. It is also necessary to settle accounts with the past so as to be able to face the future with greater confidence. That requires elucidating the truth of what has occurred, providing opportunities for victims to express themselves and closing the doors on impunity for those who have committed extremely grave acts that are offensive to humankind. There are various mechanisms to that end, the most innovative and demonstrably useful of which is the constitution of mixed tribunals. It is worth looking more closely into that mechanism.”
2004-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4903 (2004) · source
“It is essential to focus efforts on such tasks before attempting to step up the reconciliation process, for instance, through the holding of general elections. Without due prior stabilization of the situation, elections can prove to be ineffective and sometimes even counterproductive. In any event, the involvement of the United Nations will differ in response to each specific case. It can vary from accompanying, supervising and even assuming the functions of a justice system through the post-conflict transition process, as in Timor-Leste, to helping a State through a stage of convalescence to restore its mechanisms of law and consolidate its national institutions. It must, however, always enjoy the will of the people most directly affected.”
2004-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4903 (2004) · source
“The task of strengthening and broadening the mandates of peacekeeping operations is no doubt part of that trend and we must continue to work in that direction by including in our mandates, in an increasingly systematic way, elements of human rights, the rule of law and the facilitation of national reconciliation processes. In the context of reconciliation efforts, the rebuilding of the rule of law and the subsequent consolidation of institutions are priorities. Without them, it is impossible to guarantee security in any way, impunity remains the rule and economic activities are seriously disrupted. In such conditions, consolidating a political process is even more complicated and cannot succeed in the long term.”
2004-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4903 (2004) · source
“Mr. Arias (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): I wish to thank the Chilean delegation for organizing this debate, which gives us the opportunity to delve more deeply into a subject of great importance. We endorse the statement to be made by the representative of Ireland on behalf of the European Union. Despite more than half a century of experience of the United Nations and other organizations in preventive diplomacy and peacekeeping, only very recently have we begun to understand the critical role that we must play in post-conflict situations, the strengthening of the rule of law and the administration of justice, and the follow-up and facilitation of the entire process of national reconciliation.”
2004-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4903 (2004) · source
“We particularly support efforts at coordination among the peacekeeping operations in the subregion. We also await the publication of a Secretary-General's report on cross-border issues in West Africa, which will serve as a basis for the Council's consideration of measures that will allow us comprehensively to address the challenges in the region as a whole.”
2004-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4899 (2004) · source
“In Cote d'Ivoire, the return of the Forces nouvelles to the Government of National Reconciliation and the future establishment and operation of a peacekeeping mission, which my country supports, are positive developments that should decisively propel the implementation of the Linas- Marcoussis Agreement, which is the only path to peace and reconciliation in that country. In Sierra Leone, we note that progress has been made in stabilizing the country and we await the forthcoming recommendations of the Secretary- General on the final phases of the drawdown of the United Nations Mission in Sierra Leone and the possibility of a residual United Nations presence. In conclusion, with respect to the regional dimension, important progress has been made since the Security Council sent a mission to the area.”
2004-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4899 (2004) · source
“In Guinea-Bissau, a date has already been set for legislative elections and the provisional authorities, with the support of the international community, are taking steps to help the country emerge from the political and economic crisis. In Liberia, the United Nations Mission is deploying throughout the country and has launched a public information campaign on disarmament, demobilization, reintegration and repatriation or resettlement, an indispensable cornerstone of the peace process.”
2004-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4899 (2004) · source
“Mr. Arias (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): My delegation believes, first, that the added value of missions to the work of the Council largely depends on good follow-up to the recommendations made in the ensuing reports. We feel in particular that, in the course of such missions, when concrete undertakings have been made by the authorities of the countries visited, it is essential for the Council to follow the subsequent developments very closely in order to ensure that those commitments are reflected in action. Secondly, as regards the countries visited by the Security Council mission to West Africa, we believe that there are now opportunities for progress in the stabilization of Guinea-Bissau, Cote d'Ivoire, Liberia and Sierra Leone.”
2004-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4899 (2004) · source
“At the same time, we should continue the policy of including the question of children and armed conflict both in the reports of the Secretary-General on specific situations and in the mandates of peacekeeping operations. With those elements, it should be possible to elaborate in a fixed period of time - for example, four, five or six months - specific plans of action that propose concrete measures to put an end to this tragedy of the twenty-first century.”
2004-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4898 (2004) · source
“Otunnu indicated, these activities must be carried out, evaluated and communicated precisely and quickly with a view to taking decisions and taking action. The system must be strengthened at its roots, in other words on the ground. To do so, above all, the performance of the child protection advisers should be evaluated, and the participation of local communities and non- governmental organizations in the mechanism should be encouraged from the start. The fourth element is coordination among the various bodies of the United Nations system. There should be complete consistency from activities in the field through to the level of Headquarters, where the role of the Special Representative is essential.”
2004-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4898 (2004) · source
“Other aspects should also be included, such as the killing and maiming of children, their abduction and forced displacement, obstacles to children's access to humanitarian assistance and to education, and sexual violence, in particular against girls - as noted by the Executive Director of the United Nations Children's Fund, Ms. Bellamy, whose work I applaud. The gender perspective is essential and must never be forgotten. Secondly, the existence of the lists is certainly an important element. They constitute the core of a necessary policy of deterrence and ending impunity. However, the lists must be widely accepted in order to be truly effective. Therefore, the criteria for the inclusion of groups in the lists - or their exclusion - must be studied in detail. The third element is monitoring and reporting. As Mr.”
2004-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4898 (2004) · source
“It is negative because at the same time it is a sign that the problem persists, that we have not be able to resolve it and that, in certain respects, the problem has even worsened. That is not due to a lack of legal or institutional structures. Both exist. But, unfortunately, we have not been able to apply them fully. Precisely for that reason, it seems to us that the most appropriate course of action now is to focus on how to act effectively to achieve that implementation of existing instruments. In that respect, we believe that we can concentrate on the following areas. The first is the area of action. Without doubt, the recruitment of children into armed groups is one of the key areas. But it is not the only one.”
2004-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4898 (2004) · source
“Mr. Arias (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): It is a pleasure for me, Madam, to see you presiding over the Council today. The fact that you chose this day to do so is clear evidence of your personal commitment, and that of your country, to ending the tragedy of children in armed conflict. My country wishes to associate itself with the statement to be made by the European Union. I should like to begin by acknowledging the work of Mr. Otunnu. His tireless efforts, dedication and commitment deserve praise. The fact that we are meeting today to consider the question of children and armed conflict bears witness to the primary importance the Council attaches to the problem. That is in itself both a positive and, regrettably, negative fact. It is positive because it demonstrates the international community's high level of awareness of the issue.”
2004-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4898 (2004) · source
“It represents an outstanding example of regional cooperation in that field. In conclusion, Spain considers that the United Nations Register of Conventional Arms constitutes an important mechanism for global transparency. We therefore welcome the recent decision to expand its scope to cover so-called man-portable air defense systems. If those systems were to fall into the hands of terrorists, it would be an extremely grave threat to the security of air traffic and thereby constitute a danger to international peace and security. For that reason, my country believes the Council should address this question as soon as possible.”
2004-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4896 (2004) · source
“First, the European Union Code of Conduct on Arms Exports is applied by Spain and constitutes one of the most advanced instruments with regard to laying down common criteria for export of conventional weapons with transparency. This is an example of regional cooperation. The same can be said of the common position on the control of brokerage, which requires middlemen to be registered before they can conduct their transactions. Spain will soon incorporate into its legislation the recommendations of that joint position. Finally, the permanent parliamentary forum on small arms and light weapons in Central America, constituted by the national parliaments of Spain, Sweden and the countries of Central America has, as its objective, the harmonization of national laws on small arms and light weapons.”
2004-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4896 (2004) · source
“For the time being, those discussions have not yet been translated into concrete action, except for the decision of the General Assembly in resolution 58/241 to ask the Secretary-General to consult with Member States and international and regional organizations on ways and means to enhance international cooperation against illegal brokerage. We believe, however, that the Council should explore specific modalities in connection with the Assembly on those two concrete issues, especially to promote the development of long-term strategies aimed at preventing and eradicating the illicit trade in those weapons. Strengthening international and regional cooperation are key elements in combating that trade. Therefore, I should like to refer to a number of initiatives in which my country is participating.”
2004-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4896 (2004) · source
“Spain believes it is appropriate for the Security Council to become increasingly involved in combating the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons and, in conjunction with the Assembly, to promote the adoption of national measures as well as international and regional cooperation to strengthen controls over exports, imports and transit of small arms, effectiveness of end-user certificates and combating problems of illicit brokerage, all of these being key elements in combating illicit trade. Increasing the effectiveness of end-user certificates and combating unlawful brokerage are questions that have already been addressed in the First Committee.”
2004-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4896 (2004) · source
“It is not in vain that the Programme of Action's preamble gives States the main responsibility for adopting measures aimed at combating the illicit trade in these weapons. Spain welcomes the adoption by the General Assembly of a decision to set up a working group to negotiate an instrument on the marking and tracing of small arms and light weapons, the first legally binding instrument that will come into being under the Programme of Action. My country trusts that the instrument to be agreed will contain all of the elements needed to guarantee its effectiveness when it comes to helping to prevent these kinds of weapons from ending up in the wrong hands, especially among terrorist groups.”
2004-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4896 (2004) · source
“It is well known that they constitute the main instrument of violence in internal conflicts, their victims generally being civilians. Their proliferation is also closely related to high levels of crime and, of course, to the great scourge of our time, terrorism. Fuelling that vicious circle is their illicit trade in exchange for currency, gold, diamonds and other natural resources and often illegally exploited resources such as drugs. The 2001 United Nations Programme of Action on Small Arms is a politically binding instrument. Hence, despite its unquestionable value, an effective action against illicit trade in small arms and light weapons in all its aspects calls for complimentary legislative work, both internationally - that is, through conventions - and domestically, through legislation.”
2004-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4896 (2004) · source
“Mr. Arias (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): Our thanks to the Department for Disarmament Affairs for this excellent report (S/2003/l2l7) on how the Council can contribute to dealing with the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons. The recommendations of the report have Spain's firm support and the conclusions that can be drawn from it are positive, on the whole, although it indicates that important gaps remain. As the Secretary-General has recalled and as has been stated here, small arms and light weapons, although they are not considered weapons of mass destruction, have caused 90 per cent of the deaths in conflicts since the Second World War. More than ever, they represent a significant threat to peace and stability in many countries.”
2004-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4896 (2004) · source
“We hope that the new resolution to replace resolution 1455 (2003) will improve the sanctions regime and help to strengthen communications and fluid contacts between the Committee and all Member States and relevant organizations, as well as with the Counter-Terrorism Committee. Similarly, the ongoing fruitful travels of the Committee Chairman and the potential establishment of focal points will facilitate the much-needed exchange of information. Transparency must remain a key feature of the work of the Committee and the Monitoring Group or its successor. Both should act in close cooperation. In 2004, we begin a new phase designed to give greater effect to the assets freeze, the travel ban and the arms embargo imposed on individuals and entities linked to Al Qaeda and the Taliban.”
2004-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4892 (2004) · source
“Mr. Arias (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): I am most grateful for the complete and detailed briefing you have given us, Sir, on the work of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999). As the representative of Ireland will speak on behalf of the European Union, I shall confine my statement to a few brief comments. The fight against terrorism is an absolute priority for Spain. Unfortunately, the threat posed by Al Qaeda and the Taliban continues to loom over us and all States must cooperate to eradicate it. Over the past year, the 1267 (1999) Committee has made progress towards reaching its goals, but ultimate success will depend on the cooperation provided by all States. We therefore appeal to States that have not yet submitted national reports to do so without delay.”
2004-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4892 (2004) · source
“Thus, the institutions of Kosovo should be the first to be interested in establishing sustained, substantive and direct dialogue with Belgrade, which should effect the same reforms as Pristina.”
2003-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4886 (2003) · source
“This is the nature of the "standards before status" policy, the objective of resolution 1244 (1999) and the general European strategy for the region. Ultimately, for Spain, the review process in 2005 - or subsequent processes of review - should consider in a comprehensive manner whether the Provisional Institutions and the level of economic development in Kosovo have attained those standards. Therefore, it is not so much a question of timetable but rather one of the emphasis to be placed on the substantive elements of the policy. The European Union has a general strategy for the five States of the region - a process of stabilization and association. Such a global and balanced approach implies that Kosovo should apply the same standards and have the same institutions and legislation as its neighbours.”
2003-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4886 (2003) · source
“The establishment of guiding objectives for compliance with the standards set forth in this document through an implementation plan, which includes impartial, measurable and precise criteria, is the necessary complement for making this "standards before status" policy a tangible reality. Full compliance with the provisions of both documents is a necessary precondition for us to begin consideration of the question of the status of Kosovo. The objective set forth by the international community for Kosovo is none other than that of ensuring democratization and stabilization of the province and consolidating a multi-ethnic society that guarantees fundamental rights and freedoms for its citizens, with values compatible with those of Europe.”
2003-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4886 (2003) · source
“Mr. Arias (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): I am pleased to see such an important presence in the delegation of Bulgaria here, with the Minister for Foreign Affairs presiding over this important meeting. We would also like to welcome and express our thanks to Mr. Guehenno for his briefing. Spain fully endorses the statement that will be made by the Permanent Representative of Italy, on behalf of the European Union. My country has unreservedly supported the "standards before status" policy, which it feels is fully valid. In this regard, we believe that the initiative of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Holkeri, reflected in the document "Standards for Kosovo", is a reaffirmation of this policy and a step forward towards full implementation of resolution 1244 (1999).”
2003-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4886 (2003) · source
“Spain believes it is appropriate to extend the mission of the United Nations Political Office in Bougainville until next year, so that it will continue to provide assistance to conclude the matters pending under the Peace Agreement. As progress is made in the political process, emphasis needs to be placed on the rehabilitation and the reintegration of ex-combatants and on rebuilding the infrastructure and community services. The United Nations Development Programme will play a key role in that regard. Finally, we trust that peace and stability will be consolidated in Bougainville in such a way that the peace process will be successfully concluded.”
2003-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4881 (2003) · source
“The constitutional amendments and the Organic Law on Peace-building in Bougainville represent a milestone and lay the groundwork for the holding of elections for an autonomous government, in accordance with the autonomy arrangements. We hope that the Bougainville Constitutional Commission will soon complete its work, in order that the Constituent Assembly may soon be convened. The active cooperation of the countries of the region deserves our full appreciation and is a model to be emulated. We also recognize the ongoing commitment the national Government has been demonstrating vis-a-vis the Peace Agreement, as well as the determination of the people of Bougainville to establish their institutions and take charge of their destiny.”
2003-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4881 (2003) · source
“Mr. Arias (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): We are grateful for the introduction of the report of the Secretary-General. We also welcome the work done by the Head of the United Nations Political Office in Bougainville, Ambassador Noel Sinclair, and his team. I would also like to convey my appreciation to Mr. Danilo Tiirk. The conclusion of stage II of the disarmament process has made it possible to make progress towards autonomy for Bougainville. We hope that the Peace Process Consultative Committee, which is meeting this week, will determine the modalities for the destruction of the weapons that have been surrendered, in accordance with the recent agreement among the parties, with which we are pleased.”
2003-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4881 (2003) · source
“On another issue, we feel it would be equally relevant for the Secretary-General, in addition to his annual mine action report to the General Assembly, to incorporate this item in his reports on general peacekeeping operations activities. I do not wish to conclude without mentioning the gratitude of my delegation for the important contribution to the coordination of international mine action made by institutions such as the Geneva International Centre for Humanitarian Demining, which is represented here today.”
2003-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4858 (2003) · source
“Inasmuch as mine action is an essential component of peace-building and confidence-building measures in conflict and post-conflict situations, the United Nations is called upon to play a major role, providing a global approach to mainstream that action into peacekeeping operations, humanitarian activities and development strategies. In that connection, Spain is grateful for and fully supports the continuation of the important work of the Mine Action Service of the Department of Peacekeeping Operations in its role as coordinator of all anti-mine activities of the United Nations system and provider of technical support for those activities in the mandates, planning and implementation of peacekeeping operations.”
2003-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4858 (2003) · source
“In terms of its political commitment, Spain continues to promote the universalization and full implementation of the Ottawa Convention on the Prohibition of the Use, Stockpiling, Production and Transfer of Anti-Personnel Mines and on Their Destruction. Within the framework of the Convention on Prohibitions or Restrictions on the Use of Certain Conventional Weapons which may be deemed to be Excessively Injurious or to have Indiscriminate Effects, my country will continue to support the adoption of binding international instruments governing unexploded ordnance and mines other than anti- personnel mines.”
2003-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4858 (2003) · source
“In terms of its financial commitments, Spain allocated approximately 1.5 million euros to its mine- action programme for 2002: 45 per cent for victim assistance, and 55 per cent for training programmes for humanitarian mine clearance. Indeed, it was Angola that was one of the main beneficiaries of that programme. In addition, my country has mine- clearance units in Kosovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Afghanistan. To that bilateral assistance should be added Spain's contributions within the framework of the European Union - which has committed 240 million euros towards mine action for the period 2002 to 2009 - as well as contributions within the context of the United Nations system, to which Spain has been a regular contributor.”
2003-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4858 (2003) · source
“International action against this scourge can be completely effective only if it combines a balance of elements including the demining operations themselves, the destruction of stockpiles, victim assistance, mine risk education and active international advocacy for the total prohibition of mines. Beyond all that, it is vital to maintain an appropriate level of international funding, in particular in areas such as victim assistance. Increased responsibility on the part of local authorities for mine action should also be promoted. Spain is firmly convinced that the terrible effects of mines for the affected societies should be fought through firm political and financial commitment and that mine action is an essential part of peace-building.”
2003-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4858 (2003) · source
“Mr. Arias (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): First of all, Mr. President, I would like to congratulate you and to wish you every success in the coming month. I also hail your wise initiative to bring this very important topic to the Council Chamber. I also wish to thank Under-Secretary-General Guehenno and Ambassador Dahinden for their presence here today. I fully agree with them that international mine action must remain one of the priorities on the international agenda because of the terrible humanitarian and socio- economic impact of mines and because they hamper the stabilization and development of countries in post- conflict situations. Had there been any doubt about that, our recent trip to Afghanistan eloquently showed the vital importance of demining in peace-building and national reconstruction.”
2003-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4858 (2003) · source
“We would be grateful if he would tell us why the parallel institutions remain in place and whether measures have been taken for their eradication. Secondly, I would like to ask the Special Representative to explain why it is that the rate of return of refugees is still so low and what impact the local authorities and the security situation have in this respect. In conclusion, I would like once again to thank Mr. Holkeri for his very commendable work.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“Transfers must be carried out in an orderly manner in all areas, not only in relation to issues of internal justice, but also as regards privatization and the management of financial and customs issues. Thirdly, we believe that dialogue must be maintained between Pristina and Belgrade, and both sides need to redouble their efforts to that end. The absence of key interlocutors in the process is highly regrettable, but we must not forget that it is the basic principle of all negotiations that preconditions not be established that are unacceptable to the other side. For that reason, we call for technical working groups to be set up without delay so that the population can see tangible results on the ground as soon as possible. Finally, I would like to ask Mr. Holkeri about the parallel institutions and the return of refugees.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“We believe that three fundamental elements must be taken into account if those objectives are to be achieved. First, the Provisional Institutions of Self- Government and UNMIK must work together with a view to attaining those goals. In this regard, we should reiterate to the Albanian side that it cannot be an interlocutor at the negotiating table and an opponent on the ground - giving rise to suspicions of corruption on the part of UNMIK and issuing warnings to the Special Representative about the policies that he should pursue. Secondly, Spain fully supports the "standards before status" policy. The establishment of objective benchmarks is essential, and their fulfilment will be required if that policy is to become fully operational through the work plan.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“Mr. Arias (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): Spain would like to express appreciation and gratitude to Mr. Holkeri for his comprehensive briefing to the Security Council. Spain fully endorses the statement to be made later by the Permanent Representative of Italy on behalf of the European Union. We believe that the priorities established by the Secretary-General for the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and reaffirmed with the appointment of the Special Representative remain fully in force. The restoration of the rule of law, the improvement of the security situation, respect for minorities - terrorist acts against minorities being particularly reprehensible - and economic development are all objectives that must remain on the agenda, since the success of the Mission will depend upon their fulfilment.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“All of this confirms the fact that, in addition to the commitment of the international community, domestic measures must also be adopted so that, together with Governments, civil society as a whole and non-governmental organizations can make valuable contributions to the two key aspects of women's participation in peace-building: on the one hand, by protecting women who are the victims of conflict, and, on the other, by promoting the participation of women in the building of a culture of peace. This work cannot be done without the necessary coordination within the United Nations system to fulfil the important commitments entered into in resolution 1325 (2000), adopted three years ago.”
2003-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4852 (2003) · source
“However, measures must also be taken to promote the participation of women in all conflict-prevention and conflict-resolution processes. In this connection, my country has expanded women's participation as observers in electoral processes throughout the world and as participants in post-conflict reconstruction processes. Spanish military contingents participating in peace operations include increasing numbers of women. Moreover, Spain deems it particularly important in this respect for the media to play an important role in pre- and post-conflict periods, both nationally and internationally.”
2003-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4852 (2003) · source
“Rape has thus been included in the list of crimes against humanity under the statutes of the courts relating to the former Yugoslavia and to Rwanda; the International Criminal Court has included a gender perspective in its definition of crimes; and the Beijing Conference reiterated the commitment of the international community to eradicate crimes against women in armed conflict. Although those developments are a source of hope, much remains to be done. The decisive role that women can play in peace processes must also be taken into account. My delegation is aware of the fact that, along with international commitments, a strategy is required that would ensure women's participation at the national level in the settlement of disputes and in the promotion of a culture of peace.”
2003-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4852 (2003) · source
“Mr. Arias (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): I wish to thank Mr. Guehenno for his comprehensive and informative briefing and also to underscore his personal interest in and commitment to this issue. Let me begin by emphasizing a fact mentioned earlier by other speakers. Regrettably, recent decades have witnessed a dramatic increase in the number of women victims of armed conflict. It is estimated that today approximately 90 per cent of the victims of war are civilians, most of them women and children, which was not the case a century ago. It is true that, from the international standpoint, many measures have been taken relating to the treatment of crimes against women.”
2003-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4852 (2003) · source
“That is why - considering that the Office has already said that even with every possible effort, it would not be realistic to believe everything will have been renegotiated before 21 November - we should like to know about the mechanisms to be provided to continue renegotiation after that date. We want the programme's termination to enable those involved to know the mechanisms for executing contracts in the future. Therefore, we wish to obtain clarifications on merchandise authentication mechanisms and payment methods beginning on 21 November. I wish to reiterate my appreciation and thanks to Mr. Sevan.”
2003-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4851 (2003) · source
“It is said that 19 or 20 per cent of the contracts in that category could remain unexecuted. This should be perfectly justified so that frustration does not grow among suppliers. We are also concerned at the pace of the renegotiation of already prioritized contracts, which, to date, total only 52 per cent. We want to warn of the need to clarify the renegotiation mechanism after 21 November for prioritized contracts that could not be renegotiated on time. The possibility that a large number of contracts will not be able to be renegotiated on time and will remain unexecuted is a matter of great concern to many people.”
2003-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4851 (2003) · source
“Mr. Arias (Spain) (spoke in Spanish): I thank Mr. Sevan for his briefing, and I want to express my delegation's appreciation for his work and for his clear, comprehensive and well-written report. Because this programme must conclude on 21 November, we also wish to congratulate the staff of the Office of the Iraq Programme and United Nations agencies for their immense efforts to facilitate the procedures for liquidating outstanding contracts by that date. I should like to share a couple of my delegation's concerns. After the last meeting of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 661 (1990) concerning the situation between Iraq and Kuwait, we were concerned that a number of contracts that were approved with funds in due course had not been prioritized on time.”
2003-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4851 (2003) · source
“I should just like to thank the people who addressed kind words to me and to the Committee. We have taken note of their suggestions on ways to improve the Committee.”
2003-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4845Resumption1 (2003) · source
“All that will be done in order to ensure that the obligations contained in resolution 1373 (2001) are met as fully and rapidly as possible by all Member States.”
2003-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4845 (2003) · source