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1. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Bosnia and Herzegovina, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Kasljagic' (Bosnia and Herzegovina) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”

   2004-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4997 (2004) · source

2. “In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I should now like to invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 10.50 am.”

   2004-06-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4995 (2004) · source

3. “In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation, under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure, to Mr. Kieran Prendergast, Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs. There being no objection, it is so decided. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. At this meeting, the Security Council will hear a briefing by Mr. Kieran Prendergast, Under-Secretary- General for Political Affairs, to whom I give the floor.”

   2004-06-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4995 (2004) · source

4. “"The Security Council condemns the deaths of innocent civilians and human rights abuses in the East of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and calls for such incidents to be fully investigated. Those responsible for atrocities and human rights abuses should be held to account, and the Government of National Unity and Transition should take immediate steps, with support from the international community, to reverse the current climate of impunity." This statement will be issued as a document of Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/2004/21. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 7.45 p.m.”

   2004-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4994 (2004) · source

5. “"The Security Council reminds Uganda not to interfere in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, including through military support for armed groups. "The Security Council calls on Burundi to prevent any support from its territory to armed groups in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. the It encourages the Transitional Government to facilitate humanitarian assistance for Congolese refugees now in Burundi, and the international community to provide its full assistance. "The Security Council underlines that any attempt to disrupt the peace and transition process in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, including through support for armed groups, will not be tolerated.”

   2004-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4994 (2004) · source

6. “"The Security Council strongly encourages the heads of State of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, Uganda and Burundi to work together to reduce tensions and restore confidence in the region, in accordance with the commitments made in the Declaration on Good- Neighbourly Relations of 25 September 2003, including by holding meetings at the earliest possible opportunity. "The Security Council urges Rwanda not to provide any practical or political support to armed groups in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in particular those led by Mr. Laurent Nkunda or Mr. Jules Mutebusi. It further urges Rwanda to use its influence positively to de- escalate the current crisis and support the restoration of stability.”

   2004-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4994 (2004) · source

7. “"The Security Council calls on the Government of National Unity and Transition to begin work immediately with the International Committee in Support of the Transition and with MONUC to establish mechanisms for closer coordination in order to expedite security sector reform, the adoption of essential legislation and electoral preparations. "The Security Council urges the Governments of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda to respond without further delay to MONUC'S efforts taken under its current mandate to establish, as soon as possible, a joint verification mechanism for their common security, including verification of cross-border movements.”

   2004-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4994 (2004) · source

8. “It warns all parties against any attempt to seize power by force. It urges all parties to refrain from statements or actions which might inflame the situation, including by supporting armed elements. "The Security Council warns all parties against any attempt at engaging in belligerent actions or violations of the embargo imposed by resolution 1493 (2003) in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It invites the Secretary-General to further determine the need for a possible rapid-reaction capability for the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUC).”

   2004-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4994 (2004) · source

9. “The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Following consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: "The Security Council reiterates its grave concern at the continued violence and instability in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and at reports of threats to the peace and transition process. It condemns in the strongest terms any involvement by outside forces in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. "The Security Council urges all Congolese parties to remain fully committed to the peace process of the Global and All-Inclusive Agreement and to respect the Government of National Unity and Transition as the sole legitimate governing authority in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”

   2004-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4994 (2004) · source

10. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Ileka (Democratic Republic of the Congo), took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”

    2004-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4994 (2004) · source

11. “"The Security Council looks forward to conclusions and recommendations of its mission to West Africa, which includes Guinea-Bissau." The President: This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/2004/20. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 12.55 p.m.”

    2004-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4992 (2004) · source

12. “"The Security Council reaffirms the importance of the regional dimension in the solution of the problems faced by Guinea-Bissau and, in this regard, welcomes the role being played by the African Union, the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA), the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the Community of Portuguese- Speaking Countries (CPLP) in the peace-building process in Guinea-Bissau. "The Security Council also commends the efforts by the Ad Hoc Working Group on Conflict Prevention and Resolution in Africa of the Security Council, the Ad Hoc Advisory Group on Guinea-Bissau of the Economic and Social Council and the Group of Friends of Guinea- Bissau aimed at assisting the country to address both its short-term post-conflict crisis and longer- term development goals.”

    2004-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4992 (2004) · source

13. “"The Security Council underlines the importance it attaches to the organization of a round-table conference to take place in the last quarter of this year, which it considers of utmost relevance to addressing some of the most urgent needs of Guinea-Bissau. In the interim, the Council reiterates its appeals to the international community to contribute financially to the Emergency Economic Management Fund for Guinea-Bissau, managed by the UNDP. "The Security Council recognizes and commends the work of UNOGBIS and the entire United Nations country team for their outstanding support and contribution to the process of normalization of the political situation and stability in Guinea-Bissau.”

    2004-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4992 (2004) · source

14. “"The Security Council welcomes improved dialogue between the Government of Guinea-Bissau and the Bretton Woods institutions and urges the Government to continue to implement its commitments in the areas of fiscal responsibility and good governance. It highlights the importance that those efforts be matched by the resumption of adequate levels of international assistance. "The Security Council acknowledges and also welcomes the assistance provided to Guinea- Bissau by bilateral and multilateral partners, in particular the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the World Bank, and encourages their enhanced constructive involvement in the country.”

    2004-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4992 (2004) · source

15. “"The Security Council expresses, nonetheless, its concern with the fragility of the democratization process in Guinea-Bissau, due mainly to the country's deep-rooted structural problems, including the weakness of State institutions and structures, as well as persistent economic and social crisis. "The Security Council further expresses its concern about the need to improve the situation of the military, in particular the payment of salary arrears, which continues to be seen as a potentially destabilizing factor. It welcomes the Government's commitment to make all efforts aimed at addressing the issue of salary arrears and the reorganization of the national armed forces and invites the international community to fully support such efforts.”

    2004-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4992 (2004) · source

16. “"The Security Council also encourages all parties, and the new Government established on 12 May 2004, to faithfully adhere to the provisions of the Transition Charter in order to achieve and consolidate national reconciliation and to ensure the full restoration of constitutional order. It further encourages the authorities to continue to strengthen the rule of law and respect for human rights and to resolve outstanding human rights issues. "The Security Council commends the national authorities and the people of Guinea- Bissau for their continued commitment and dedication to democracy.”

    2004-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4992 (2004) · source

17. “"In this regard, the Council expresses its satisfaction regarding progress made by national authorities towards restoring constitutional order, in accordance with the Transition Charter provisions and calendar, in particular the installation of a new National Popular Assembly and a new Government, thus completing the first phase of the transitional process due to end with the holding of presidential elections by March 2005, and generating the environment for growing international confidence and support. "The Security Council acknowledges, with appreciation, the manner in which the country's principal actors and the political forces managed to reach consensus on critical political challenges they faced during and after the elections and encourages them to stay the course.”

    2004-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4992 (2004) · source

18. “Members of the Council have before them document S/2004/456, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on developments in Guinea-Bissau and on the activities of the United Nations Peace- building Support Office in that country. After consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: "The Security Council, recalling its previous statements on Guinea-Bissau, in particular the statement of its President of 19 June 2003 (S/PRST/2003/8), welcomes the report of the Secretary-General dated 4 June 2004 (S/2004/456) on developments in Guinea-Bissau and on activities of the United Nations Peace-building Support Office in that country (UNOGBIS).”

    2004-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4992 (2004) · source

19. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Guinea-Bissau in which he requests to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In accordance with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Cabral (Guinea-Bissau) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations.”

    2004-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4992 (2004) · source

20. “It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show of hands. In favour: Algeria, Angola, Benin, Brazil, Chile, China, France, Germany, Pakistan, Philippines, Romania, Russian Federation, Spain, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1549 (2004). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 11.20 am.”

    2004-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4991 (2004) · source

21. “The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document S/2004/428, which contains the report of the Secretary-General pursuant to Security Council resolution 1521 (2003) regarding Liberia. Members of the Council also have before them document S/2004/495, which contains the text of a draft resolution prepared in the course of the Council's prior consultations. I should like to draw attention to document S/2004/396, which contains the text of a letter dated 1 June 2004 from the Chairman of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1521 (2003) concerning Liberia.”

    2004-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4991 (2004) · source

22. “There are no further speakers inscribed on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded this stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 5.40 p.m.”

    2004-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4990Resumption1 (2004) · source

23. “As stated this morning, in order to optimize the use of our time, I will not individually invite speakers to take seats at the Council table. When a speaker is taking the floor, the Conference Officer will seat the next speaker on the list at the table. I give the floor to the representative of Fiji.”

    2004-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4990Resumption1 (2004) · source

24. “There are still a number of speakers remaining on my list for this morning. The presidency is also aware of its responsibility to protect Council members and others in the room from hunger. With members' permission, I intend to suspend the meeting until 3 pm. The meeting was suspended at 1.20 pm.”

    2004-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4990 (2004) · source

25. “In conclusion, the stark reality of the unabated victimization of innocent civilians should prod all of us to embark seriously on this system-wide approach to solve the problem. The response can be no less than the full engagement and cooperation of United Nations entities. That is the only way to make a significant difference on the ground. This open debate in the Council should be one of many discussions that we would like to see take place throughout the United Nations system. We need to join hands, cooperate more effectively and synergize our expertise if we want to save more lives. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I now give the floor to the representative of the Syrian Arab Republic.”

    2004-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4990 (2004) · source

26. “Under a system-wide approach, the theme of protecting the vulnerable, encompassing the concept of a culture of protection, was identified as a priority in the Millennium Declaration. In this connection, we all have to recommit to the road map that identifies the responsibilities of the various entities within the United Nations system, including the Security Council, the General Assembly and the Economic and Social Council, regional organizations and the relevant United Nations bodies and agencies. My delegation thus calls for the wide dissemination of this road map throughout the United Nations system to maximize contributions to realizing our common objective of effectively protecting civilians in all areas and at all levels.”

    2004-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4990 (2004) · source

27. “It should be clear that different conflict situations require different approaches to effectively protect civilians. The representative of the Russian Federation also mentioned this. We therefore believe that there should not be a one-size-fits-all approach, lest the United Nations be unable to deliver the appropriate response. In fact, resolutions 1265 (1999) and 1296 (2000) both emphasize the principle of proceeding on a case-by-case basis while taking into account the particular circumstances of a situation, whenever ways of providing protection for civilians are being considered. The nature of protecting civilians requires the broadest involvement of United Nations bodies and agencies in a comprehensive, integrated, coordinated and sustainable manner.”

    2004-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4990 (2004) · source

28. “The neutrality and impartiality of United Nations humanitarian operations may neither give adequate safeguards against manipulation by non-State armed groups nor guarantee that the legal status of these groups, as determined by the State, will remain unaffected. The possible use of coercive measures to compel States and other parties to comply with humanitarian standards has been mentioned. In specific situations, this may be an option, but as a general principle, it should be used as a last resort and only in extreme cases, such as large-scale and systematic violations of human rights and humanitarian law. The Council has other means at its disposal to enhance the security of civilians. The growing humanitarian aspect of peacekeeping, however, needs to be carefully considered, as humanitarian personnel could get caught in the crossfire.”

    2004-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4990 (2004) · source

29. “My delegation is also concerned by the violations of international humanitarian and human rights law in many conflict areas, including by non-State armed groups. Many of these non-State parties have also been tagged as terrorist groups and are thus subject to the laws of concerned States. My delegation is cautious about the suggestion of engagement by the international humanitarian community with non-State armed groups, as that would present a complex situation that could compromise previous and current national efforts towards an effective and appropriate strategy to protect civilians.”

    2004-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4990 (2004) · source

30. “My delegation would be ready to support appropriate measures to ensure the protection of the people in campaigns to curb terrorist activities. Relating to the aide-memoire and the road map, we would like to draw attention to the actual experience of peacekeeping operations in implementing protection mandates. The Council has constantly endorsed the view that peacekeeping mandates should incorporate a "protection orientation". To what extent and scale has that protection orientation been integrated into mandates issued by the Council, and how successful has their implementation been? The answers would surely assist the Council in evaluating peacekeeping mandates and in giving necessary guidance.”

    2004-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4990 (2004) · source

31. “The Council's resolutions and presidential statements, the aide-memoire and the road map for the protection of civilians have provided the political impetus to create a culture of upholding the safety of civilians. The real value of these commitments, however, is in the implementation of practical and concrete endeavours, as specific situations may demand, to make a difference in improving the protection of the people. The Council should give priority to the forgotten thrusts that I mentioned earlier: the need for the Council to act as a catalyst for developing preventive measures; and assisting States that need support in building their capacity to protect civilians. The Secretary-General's report mentioned that some counter-terrorism measures can have an adverse effect on the welfare of civilians.”

    2004-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4990 (2004) · source

32. “Secondly, along with the constant reaffirmation of the primary responsibility of the State, it would also be worthwhile to know how much has been done in terms of providing needed support to States, particularly in improving their capacity to protect civilians. In 2002 the Council and the Secretariat jointly developed the aide-memoire on the protection of civilians, a practical guide for the consideration of protection issues in peacekeeping operations and a tool for ensuring an orientation towards civilian protection in the mandates of peace operations. How useful has this been to peacekeeping missions in improving their orientation in protecting civilians? Answers to that could guide the Council in determining what type of action it should take to improve the protection regime.”

    2004-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4990 (2004) · source

33. “We fully agree that the focus on this core issue should not be lost; rather, it should be developed in a manner responsive to present and emerging challenges, consistent with the principles embodied in the Charter and international law. My delegation welcomes the progress achieved in protecting civilians, as outlined in part II (A) of the report. We note, however, that there are a few other important points highlighted in resolutions 1265 (1999) and 1296 (2000) that have not been given as much emphasis. First, it is still unclear how much the Council has contributed to implementing appropriate preventive measures to resolve conflicts.”

    2004-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4990 (2004) · source

34. “I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of the Philippines. When the world was less complex and less complicated, and when local and border wars were fewer and less disastrous in humanitarian terms, the protection of civilians, particularly women and children, was followed as a matter of policy. It was followed as a matter of course. Sadly, that is not the case today. My delegation therefore appreciates the Secretary-General's report (S/2004/431) on the issue of the protection of civilians in armed conflict and its presentation by Under-Secretary-General Jan Egeland. The Security Council, in its past resolutions and presidential statements, has consistently dwelt on the core issue since the Council's adoption in 1999 of its first resolution on this theme, resolution 1265 (1999).”

    2004-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4990 (2004) · source

35. “When a speaker is taking the floor, the conference officer will seat the next speaker on the list at the table. At this meeting, we will hear a briefing by Mr. Jan Egeland, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator. I now give the floor to the Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator.”

    2004-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4990 (2004) · source

36. “Members of the Council have before them document S/2004/431, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the protection of civilians in armed conflict. In accordance with the understanding reached among Council members, I wish to remind all speakers to limit their statements to no more than five minutes in order to enable the Council to carry out its work expeditiously. Delegations with lengthy statements are kindly requested to circulate the texts in writing and to deliver a condensed version when speaking in the Chamber. As another measure to optimize the use of our time, in order to allow as many delegations as possible to take the floor, I will not invite speakers individually to take their seats at the table and to resume their seats at the side of the Council Chamber.”

    2004-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4990 (2004) · source

37. “At the invitation of the President, the representatives of the aforementioned countries took the seats reservedfor them at the side of the Council Chamber. The President: In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, and in the absence of objection, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Mr. Jan Egeland, Under-Secretary- General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator. I invite Mr. Egeland to take a seat at the Council table. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations.”

    2004-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4990 (2004) · source

38. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Argentina, Canada, Colombia, C6te d'Ivoire, Ecuador, Egypt, Fiji, Ireland, Japan, Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Mexico, Myanmar, Nepal, Norway, the Syrian Arab Republic, South Africa, Switzerland, Uganda and Ukraine, in which they request to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the discussion without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided.”

    2004-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4990 (2004) · source

39. “There are no further speakers on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 1.10 17.111.”

    2004-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4989 (2004) · source

40. “In favour: Algeria, Angola, Benin, Brazil, Chile, China, France, Germany, Pakistan, Philippines, Romania, Russian Federation, Spain, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1548 (2004). I shall now give the floor to those members who wish to make statements following the voting.”

    2004-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4989 (2004) · source

41. “I should like to inform the Council that, in my capacity as President of the Council, I have met with the representatives of the parties, who have confirmed to me that they maintain their well-known positions vis-a-vis the item on the Council's agenda. On the basis of those meetings, as President, with the consent of the members of the Council, I have drawn the conclusion that the Council can proceed to take a decision on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall now put the draft resolution to the vote. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by ShOW of hands.”

    2004-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4989 (2004) · source

42. “The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations operation in Cyprus, contained in document S/2004/427. Members of the Council also have before them document S/2004/484, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it.”

    2004-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4989 (2004) · source

43. “There are no further speakers inscribed on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 12.45 p.m.”

    2004-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4988 (2004) · source

44. “The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1547 (2004). I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements following the voting.”

    2004-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4988 (2004) · source

45. “Members of the Council have before them the report of the Secretary-General on the Sudan, document S/2004/453. Members of the Council also have before them document S/2004/473, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show of hands. In favour: Algeria, Angola, Benin, Brazil, Chile, China, France, Germany, Pakistan, Philippines, Romania, Russian Federation, Spain, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America The President: The draft resolution received 15 votes in favour.”

    2004-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4988 (2004) · source

46. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of the Sudan, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Hassan (Sudan) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on the agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations.”

    2004-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4988 (2004) · source

47. “We are happy to have been part of the negotiation of the historic resolution 1546 (2004) and to have voted in its favour. I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 6.10pm.”

    2004-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4987 (2004) · source

48. “The foundations of a lasting edifice are in the resolution: the transfer of full sovereignty come 30 June; the leading role of the United Nations in assisting in the political process towards a constitutional Government; and Iraq's ownership of its security policies, financial and natural resources and other attributes of sovereignty. The challenge now for Iraq and the international community is to translate into action what is laid down in the resolution and to nurture its plan of action on the ground. We are confident that, given the atmosphere of accommodation and understanding in the Council and the interest and concern which this resolution has elicited from a great number of States, this challenge can be met with success.”

    2004-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4987 (2004) · source

49. “I shall now make a brief statement in my capacity as representative of the Philippines. Yesterday, we were divided on Iraq. Today, we are united on Iraq. It is a great day, therefore, for Iraq, the Security Council, the United Nations and the international community. The Philippines is particularly pleased that this eloquent expression of unity on Iraq has happened during our presidency. In many significant ways, the resolution just adopted validates the Philippine position of unwavering support for a free, democratic, pluralistic and united Iraq. We can congratulate ourselves on the house we have built for Iraq. We built it with transparency and inclusiveness, which led to the unanimous adoption of the important resolution.”

    2004-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4987 (2004) · source

50. “In favour: Algeria, Angola, Benin, Brazil, Chile, China, France, Germany, Pakistan, Philippines, Romania, Russian Federation, Spain, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America The President: The draft resolution received 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1546 (2004). I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements following the voting.”

    2004-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4987 (2004) · source