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lines on the record: 145
first: 2009-06-04
most recent: 2011-12-14
sittings or episodes: 20
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“On behalf of the Council, I would like to express our gratitude to Ms. Karin Landgren, who is today making her last briefing to the Council in her capacity as Representative of the Secretary-General in Nepal. We have appreciated her leadership of the United Nations Mission in Nepal, and we wish her every success in her future endeavours. There are no further speakers inscribed on my list. In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 3.50 p.m. 11-20103”
2011-01-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6465 (2011) · source
“Karin Landgren, Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Mission in Nepal. It is so decided. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2010/658, containing the report of the Secretary-General on the request of Nepal for United Nations assistance in support of its peace process. Members of the Council also have before them copies of a letter dated 5 January 2011 from the Secretary- General, which will be issued as document S/2011/1. I now give the floor to Ms. Landgren.”
2011-01-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6465 (2011) · source
“Letter dated 22 November 2006 from the Secretary-General addressed to the President of the Security Council (S/2006/920) Report of the Secretary-General on the request of Nepal for United Nations assistance in support of its peace process (S/2010/658) The President: I have received a letter from the representative of Nepal, in which he requests to participate in this meeting. I propose to invite that representative to participate in this meeting, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant 2 provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. On behalf of the Security Council, I should like to extend an invitation under rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure to Ms.”
2011-01-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6465 (2011) · source
“Expression of thanks to the retiring President The President: I should also like to take this opportunity to pay tribute, on behalf of the Council, to Ms. Susan Rice, Permanent Representative of the United States of America, for her service as President of the Security Council for the month of December 2010. I am sure I speak for all members of the Council in expressing deep appreciation to Ambassador Rice and her team for the great diplomatic skill with which they conducted the Council's business last month. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted.”
2011-01-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6465 (2011) · source
“As this is the first meeting of the Security Council this year, I should like to extend my very warm wishes for a fruitful new year to all members of the Security Council, the United Nations and the Secretariat. On behalf of the Council, I would like to extend a warm welcome to the new members: Colombia, Germany, India, Portugal and South Africa. We look forward with confidence to their participation in the work of the Council. Their experience and wisdom will be of invaluable assistance in the discharge of the Council's enormous responsibilities. I would like to take this opportunity to express the Council's deep gratitude to the outgoing members - Austria, Japan, Mexico, Turkey and Uganda - for their important contributions to the work of the Council during their term in 2009 and 2010.”
2011-01-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6465 (2011) · source
“We support more comprehensive and detailed information on the protection of civilians in country- specific situations as well as on measuring progress in the implementation of peacekeeping mandates issues related to the protection of civilians. That is of key importance in the context of mission drawdown, as well as when identifying areas of concern, prioritizing response activities and ensuring accountability for actions or shortcomings.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427 (2010) · source
“We also express our awareness of concerns about the security risks and continued dangers faced by humanitarian personnel as they operate in increasingly complex situations. We urge the cooperation of all parties to a conflict in order to create areas of security and provide access for humanitarian assistance. The challenges facing the Council with regard to the protection of civilians call for greater international cooperation and better coordination between the Council and other United Nations bodies and agencies. To that end, additional efforts should be made to prevent conflicts and their recurrence and to promote early warning systems and effective responses to situations that specifically threaten civilian populations.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427 (2010) · source
“Activities have also been undertaken to foster interaction with local population and provide valuable information for assessments on the ground. In addition, there must be support for the enhancement of accountability. Different justice and reconciliation mechanisms should also be considered, including national and international criminal courts and tribunals. Such mechanisms are aimed at supporting national-level investigation and prosecution. Unfortunately, conflicts remain the major cause of the increasing number of refugees and internally displaced persons. We would like to emphasize the importance of unhindered access to humanitarian assistance to those vulnerable groups.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427 (2010) · source
“Although the primary responsibility for the protection of civilians lies with States and with parties to an armed conflict, the United Nations, with its systematic approach to the protection of civilians, must be, and is, at the helm of the global effort. Positive developments must be supported and publicized. The enhancement of communication between the Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict and sanctions committees is one such example. Situation-specific resolutions calling for protection to be prioritized in the implementation of peacekeeping mandates constitute another such development. There have also been significant improvements in creating joint protection teams, as is the case with the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427 (2010) · source
“Women and children continue to suffer extreme violence during conflicts. Recent events in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo illustrate failures in the areas of both prevention and response. We should bear in mind that the struggle against impunity is an integral element of the protection of civilians, which cannot be addressed seriously without prosecuting those responsible for serious crimes. Efforts must be enhanced to support the fight against impunity, both at the national and international levels. Sanctions and other targeted measures play an important role in overall efforts, as well as in initiatives to improve compliance with the law by non- State armed groups.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427 (2010) · source
“I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for organizing this debate. We would also like to thank Ms. Valerie Amos, Ms. Navanethem Pillay, Mr. Alain Le Roy and Mr. Yves Daccord for their comprehensive briefings. Bosnia and Herzegovina welcomes the report of the Secretary-General (S/2010/579) and the latest update of the aide-memoire, which is an important practical and useful analytical tool to address issues related to the protection of civilians in armed conflict. Allow me to start with the unfortunate and unacceptable fact that civilians continue to account for a high number of casualties in conflicts. Bosnia and Herzegovina condemns all deliberate attacks against civilians, forced recruitment, attacks on schools, the use of civilians to protect military objectives and the deaths resulting from the use of force.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427 (2010) · source
“In conclusion, Bosnia and Herzegovina will continue to give its fullest support and contribute to the overall international efforts to counter terrorism through its actions at both the national and the international levels.”
2010-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6424 (2010) · source
“We also believe that the growing acceptance of resolution 1540 (2004) in recent years is a result of increased understanding on the part of Member States of its importance and the Committee's cooperative approach in assisting States in implementation of its provisions. In that regard, we support the extension of the 1540 Committee's mandate and call for it to be strengthened in material and human resources so as to enable it to provide assistance where and when needed. It is also important that Member States extend their additional support to the Committee's efforts by securing more voluntary contributions for financing its activities, thus enabling the full implementation of resolution 1540 (2004).”
2010-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6424 (2010) · source
“We remain strongly committed to the effective prevention of and fight against this global threat, and stand ready to provide every assistance and support to international efforts to that end. The importance and role of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004) as one of the focal points of the United Nations counter- terrorism and non-proliferation activities has already been well highlighted. We fully recognize the crucial role of the 1540 Committee as a clearinghouse for channelling assistance to Member States in establishing and further developing their capacity to face the threat of non-State actors acquiring weapons of mass destruction.”
2010-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6424 (2010) · source
“Since the briefing in May this year, Committee has carried on its active engagement in a series of thematic and regional debates that have brought into perspective all the challenges and difficulties we all face in our common fight against terrorism and efforts to implement our obligations under relevant Security Council resolutions. To that extent, it is necessary to underline the importance of reaching out to partner organizations, and we commend the practice of the CTC of arranging meetings with relevant international, regional and subregional organizations. Bosnia and Herzegovina will continue fully to support the work of the Counter-Terrorism Committee.”
2010-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6424 (2010) · source
“With regard to the issue of monitoring the implementation of resolutions 1373 (2001) and 1624 (2005), several aspects of the work of the Counter- Terrorism Committee (CTC) have contributed cumulatively to its efficiency. The continuous assessment and stocktaking of revised Preliminary Implementation Assessments, in accordance with the previous practice, and visibility-raising through more frequent open briefings are beneficial both to Member States, which now have the opportunity to exchange views and offer their experiences, and to the Committee, which is in a position to have better insight into country implementation of the recommendations and consequently extend further technical support.”
2010-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6424 (2010) · source
“Undertaking difficult steps in countering terrorism at the national and international levels, we pledged that the promotion and protection of human rights and the rule of law should remain a priority, as they constitute the fundamental values enshrined in the United Nations Charter and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. We would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Ms. Kimberly Prost on her appointment and to present our sincere wishes for her future work as Ombudsperson of the 1267 Committee. Although the institution of Ombudsperson still needs to develop its full potential in the days to come, we are confident that Ms. Prost will successfully address all concerns expressed in the past, to the great benefit of the Committee and the Security Council.”
2010-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6424 (2010) · source
“We stand ready to actively work with the Chairman and the Committee members, taking into account the contributions of the Monitoring Team and designated Member States to conducting the review of pending issues and deceased persons. The completion of the review process of the consolidated list and the full implementation of resolution 1904 (2009) will further improve the credibility and transparency of the Committee's work. At the heart of all the criticism regarding the fairness and transparency of the work not only of the 1267 Committee, but of other relevant counter- terrorism bodies as well, lies concern for respect for human rights.”
2010-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6424 (2010) · source
“Therefore, we have to continuously rethink our current approaches and engagement with the aim of providing effective international legal cooperation and to properly address existing deficiencies in the capacities of States Members to fully implement the United Nations counterterrorism framework. Through the years, the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999) has evolved into one of the most critical United Nations monitoring bodies in the fight against the threat of Al-Qaida and the Taliban. We welcome the tangible results and progress achieved in the work of the Committee since our last briefing (see S/PV.6310), in particular the completion of a demanding task - the comprehensive review in accordance with resolution 1822 (2008) in July this year.”
2010-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6424 (2010) · source
“Allow me at the outset to express our appreciation to Ambassador Mayr-Harting, Ambassador Apakan and Ambassador Heller for their briefings today and to commend their commitment, contributions and tireless work in chairing the respective Committees. We find these regular briefings to be not only highly important, as the Committees are among the crucial tools in countering terrorism, but also an opportunity for sharing and exchanging information with the wider membership. The events of recent weeks - waves of devices sent to numerous Governments, embassies and religious institutions - and the ever-present threat of suicide bombs and violent extremism that take the lives of innocent people are a grim reminder of the challenges we need to address.”
2010-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6424 (2010) · source
“While Bosnia and Herzegovina has taken no position on this question, we take note of the advisory opinion of the International Court of Justice rendered on 22 July, in which the Court concluded that the declaration of independence of Kosovo, adopted on 17 February 2008, did not violate international law. Finally, we would like to stress the importance of the European Union-sponsored High-Level Meeting on the Western Balkans held in Sarajevo on 2 June, which reaffirmed the European Union's commitment to the European perspective of the Western Balkan countries within the new framework of the Lisbon Treaty. European Union membership for all of the Western Balkans remains our shared objective.”
2010-08-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6367 (2010) · source
“We encourage the continuation of the practice of "go-and-see" visits, which give displaced persons the opportunity to visit their properties and make first-hand assessments of the conditions in the receiving community. With regard to the rule of law, we welcome the activities of UNMIK and the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX), operating within the status-neutral framework of the United Nations. We also support the existing practice of cooperation and coordination among UNMIK, EULEX, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and NATO - the latter present through the troops of the Kosovo Force (KFOR) - and we hope that this practice will continue. The Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina has not considered the question of whether to recognize Kosovo's independence.”
2010-08-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6367 (2010) · source
“We also regret the tragic death of a member of the Assembly of Kosovo representing the Serb community - Petar Miletic' - who was shot by unknown perpetrators in front of his house in northern Mitrovica. Once again, we reiterate our call for an investigation into these incidents and for those responsible to be brought to justice. We are of the view that efforts to improve inter- community dialogue and confidence-building among the parties are of particular importance for returns. Although the number of voluntary minority returns remains low, we are encouraged by the fact that there has been an increase in comparison to previous years. Furthermore, in stressing the importance of providing conditions conducive to sustainable returns, we welcome UNMIK's efforts to defuse tensions and draw attention to common needs.”
2010-08-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6367 (2010) · source
“Furthermore, we appreciate and commend UNMIK's efforts to encourage the process of reconciliation and to facilitate constructive dialogue and regional cooperation, as well as its focus on mediation between the communities and its support to minority communities. The report of the Secretary-General indicates that the security situation in Kosovo has remained relatively calm, despite some incidents mainly in northern Kosovo, where the situation has continued to be sensitive and politically delicate. In particular, the end of the reporting period was marked by two incidents that increased tensions. In that regard, Bosnia and Herzegovina condemns the tragic incident that occurred on 2 July, in which one person was killed and several others were injured.”
2010-08-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6367 (2010) · source
“On behalf of the delegation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, I would like to express our appreciation to the Secretary- General for his comprehensive report (S/2010/401) on the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). We would also like to thank Mr. Lamberto Zannier, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Kosovo, for his briefing and the staff of UNMIK for their efforts. We welcome the participation in today's meeting of Mr. Vuk Jeremie, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia, and Mr. Skender Hyseni. We are pleased to note that the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo, operating within the framework of Security Council resolution 1244 (1999), is successfully continuing its role of maintaining peace, security, stability and respect for human rights in Kosovo.”
2010-08-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6367 (2010) · source
“In conclusion, at this critical time all peace processes in the Sudan - resolution of the conflict in Darfur, the CPA, and North-South relations - deserve the full attention of the international community. We must all assist the peoples of the Sudan to find their way towards a better future for their country and the entire region.”
2010-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6338 (2010) · source
“The African Union Panel wisely contemplated the interconnection among peace, justice and reconciliation in the Sudan. The Sudanese by themselves, with the assistance of the international community, must find a golden equilibrium among peace, justice and reconciliation in order to enter the new phase of a democratic and prosperous Sudan. At this stage, it is vital that the Governments of the Sudan and Southern Sudan, as well as the international stakeholders, draw lessons from the elections held in April and utilize all resources to better prepare for conducting the referendums in Abyei and Southern Sudan. It is encouraging that the United Nations Mission in the Sudan has already completed its team for the preparation of the referendums.”
2010-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6338 (2010) · source
“It is essential that at this crucial time, regardless of the future status of Southern Sudan, priority be given to capacity-building of its authorities in order to provide security and deliver services to the population. Only a viable Southern Sudan with a strong local structure will contribute to peace and stability within the region. Bosnia and Herzegovina welcomes the improvement in Chad-Sudan relations and their positive influence on the Doha peace process. Their cooperation along the border has had a positive impact on the security situation on the ground. There will always be an interconnection between the situation in the Sudan and the peace and stability of the region. The people of the Sudan will resolve their own problems, but an enabling environment in the region will also facilitate positive developments in the Sudan.”
2010-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6338 (2010) · source
“It is vital that the Doha peace process take place within the timeline of the CPA. As the parties missed an opportunity to conclude peace talks before the elections, it has now become essential to achieve a comprehensive peace agreement for Darfur as soon as possible in order to ensure that its provisions are implemented before the referendum. We call upon all parties to engage constructively to reach a final peace agreement and put an end to the conflict in Darfur. We commend the African Union High-level Panel and its efforts to reveal the root causes of the conflict in Darfur and marvelous articulation of recommendations for its settlement. The findings of the Panel have also significantly contributed to a better understanding of the situation in the Sudan in its entirety.”
2010-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6338 (2010) · source
“Experiences from this joint endeavour will help in anticipating solutions for other conflicts and crises in Africa. A just solution has to be found for the people of Darfur, who have suffered for too long. A lasting solution for Darfur must include the equal participation by the people of Darfur in the decision-making process and the creation of conditions that will prevent any marginalization of Darfur or its people. Substantial numbers of the population in affected areas and internally displaced persons did not participate in the elections held in April. To address this issue, the Government of the Sudan must find a way to ensure that their voices are integrated into the political process. Bosnia and Herzegovina supports the political process and mediation efforts in Doha.”
2010-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6338 (2010) · source
“It must be made clear that no option can leave any side a loser. If unity prevails, a just power-sharing system must be established. Moreover, the diversity and equality of all regions, including Darfur, have to be respected. On the other hand, if independence is chosen, both sides must unite around the values and principles of friendly relations and good cooperation. The Sudan is a good example of close cooperation between the United Nations and the African Union. The symbiosis of a universal and regional organization and their collaboration in Darfur through their hybrid mission, the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID), have not only contributed to an improved situation on the ground, but strengthened hope and paved the way for peace, as well.”
2010-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6338 (2010) · source
“Bosnia and Herzegovina takes positive note of the progress made by the CPA parties on a number of issues, including adoption of related legislation. It is of the utmost importance that the CPA parties engage constructively in order to address outstanding issues with regard to the implementation of the CPA. Border demarcation, the establishment of the conditions for peaceful referendums, and post-referendum arrangements must be prioritized. The level of cooperation between the Government of the Sudan and the Government of Southern Sudan in the pre- and post-referendum periods will determine the destiny not only of the Sudan but of the entire region. We hope that the CPA parties will resolve all outstanding issues in a friendly and peaceful manner for the benefit of their peoples.”
2010-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6338 (2010) · source
“At the outset, let me welcome His Excellency President Mbeki, Chairperson of the African Union High-Level Implementation Panel for the Sudan; Mr. Menkerios, Special Representative of the Secretary-General; Mr. Gambari, Joint Special Representative; and Mr. Bassole, Joint African Union-United Nations Chief Mediator for Darfur, and thank them for their insightful briefings. The Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA), which is fundamental and indispensable to peace and stability in the Sudan, is reaching a critical stage. In just more than six months, referendums that will determine the future shape of the Sudan will take place. I would like to reiterate Bosnia and Herzegovina's support for the full implementation of the CPA.”
2010-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6338 (2010) · source
“We therefore reiterate our call upon Israel to allow the immediate, sustained and unconditional opening of crossings for the flow of humanitarian aid, commercial goods and persons to and from Gaza, in accordance with Security Council resolution 1860 (2009) and the 2005 Agreement on Movement and Access. It is unacceptable for Israel to continue to act as a State that is above the law. If there is to be lasting peace in the Middle East, Israel must stop violating international law and start to act with restraint and in line with its international obligations.”
2010-05-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6325 (2010) · source
“Bosnia and Herzegovina calls for a full investigation into the attack to be carried out immediately, so that the perpetrators, as well as those with command responsibility for the attack, are swiftly brought to justice, in accordance with international humanitarian law. This tragic event points to the urgent need to lift the ban on humanitarian aid intended for Palestinian civilians in Gaza. Bosnia and Herzegovina is deeply concerned about the hardship and tragedy of the Palestinian civilians in Gaza. Their living conditions are unsustainable.”
2010-05-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6325 (2010) · source
“This attack on and killing of innocent humanitarians comes at a time when new efforts have been made in order to create the environment for negotiations. It can only aggravate the suffering of the Palestinian population and deepen the crisis. These were civilian ships carrying unarmed civilians and humanitarian aid intended for the 1.5 million Palestinians who are being held in Gaza under siege by Israel. This Israeli attack on unarmed civilians aboard foreign vessels sailing in international waters constitutes a grave breach of international humanitarian law and a violation of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. Nothing can justify such a use of violence.”
2010-05-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6325 (2010) · source
“At the outset, we take this opportunity to warmly welcome the Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkey. We also welcome Assistant Secretary-General Fernandez-Taranco, and thank him for his briefing today. Bosnia and Herzegovina would like to join other members of the Security Council in condemning in the strongest possible terms the attack that was carried out by the Israel Defense Forces on a flotilla of ships carrying unarmed civilians and humanitarian aid for Palestinians in Gaza, leaving at least 10 of those unarmed civilians dead and numerous other injured. Bosnia and Herzegovina deeply regrets this tragic loss of life and the injuries sustained, and we wish to extend our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy to the families of the victims.”
2010-05-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6325 (2010) · source
“Ongoing delays in the arrest and transfer of indictees jeopardize the timely implementation of the completion strategies. All of the issues that I have outlined require careful consideration and present practical challenges, as we strive, now more than ever, to develop principled yet effective residual mechanisms. The cooperation and support of all countries is greatly needed to ensure that impunity not be an option.”
2009-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6134 (2009) · source
“For this reason, the implementation of the completion strategy remains of great concern to us. We all must keep in mind the fundamental reason why the ad hoc tribunals were established. The strong involvement of the international community through the residual mechanisms in several important aspects such as arrest and trial of remaining fugitives, contempt proceedings and supervision and management of prison sentences is thus very much required. We duly note that the Tribunal's commitment to following its completion strategy is demonstrated through the adoption of concrete measures for enhancing the efficiency of the proceedings. However, both the full support of the Security Council and the international community and modification of the deadlines already announced remain of crucial importance.”
2009-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6134 (2009) · source
“Although his dedication and determination have secured justice for victims and peace for their families, the fact that two fugitives remain still at large represents a serious obstacle to the complete fulfilment of the Tribunal's mandate. These fugitives must be brought to trial before the ICTY; they cannot be allowed to enjoy impunity as a result of the end of the Tribunal's mandate. In this regard, Bosnia and Herzegovina calls for the immediate arrest of these two remaining indicted war criminals - Ratko Mladie and Goran HadZie. These arrests must remain the Tribunal's main priority, which is the principal reason why the international community should not declare the Tribunal's mandate completed until justice is brought to the victims and their families.”
2009-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6134 (2009) · source
“Thus, speaking of regional cooperation, it is unacceptable that the Government of the Republic of Serbia through Interpol issued international warrants for 19 citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina for war crimes alleged to have been committed in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is important to stress that the ICTY remanded this case to the relevant courts in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Because the war crimes were alleged to have been committed on the sovereign territory of Bosnia and Herzegovina by the citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina, it is clear that this case should be tried before courts of Bosnia and Herzegovina. My country also recognizes the efforts of the Prosecutor, Mr. Serge Brammertz.”
2009-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6134 (2009) · source
“My country has continued to grant access to Government archives and provide the documentation requested by the Tribunal. Moreover, relevant authorities have adequately responded to assistance requests and have facilitated the appearance of witnesses before the Tribunal. Closely linked with our cooperation with the ICTY is a State Strategy on War Crimes Cases, adopted in December 2008 by the Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The Strategy sets forth criteria for distributing cases between national and lower level courts, reflecting work done in the cataloguing of crimes committed. The Strategy also stresses the importance of regional cooperation in the investigation of war crimes and calls upon all authorities to urgently improve their cooperation in this area.”
2009-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6134 (2009) · source
“Referral of cases to national jurisdictions under rule 11 bis is a very important component of the completion strategy and is taken seriously by the judicial authorities of my country, proving once again Bosnia and Herzegovina's strong determination to see that justice is served. The number of cases referred to our national courts is significant compared to other countries of the region and has had a positive impact on the overall workload of the Tribunal. The War Crimes Chamber of the State Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina is fully operative, and our judges, in cooperation with their international counterparts, have created a positive environment as well as the conditions within our judicial system needed to meet the requirements of rule 11 bis.”
2009-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6134 (2009) · source
“Created as an ad hoc measure for restoring and maintaining peace and fostering reconciliation in our respective regions, the Tribunals have grown into very complex institutions. Accordingly, the completion of their mandates, as set forth in the relevant resolutions of the Security Council, demands very careful consideration. It is both necessary and important not to undermine the work that has been done by the Tribunals so far simply to meet the deadlines. Bosnia and Herzegovina especially welcomes the reports of both the President and the Prosecutor of the ICTY, and their continuing positive assessment of the cooperation between Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Tribunal.”
2009-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6134 (2009) · source
“Mr. President, I would also like to congratulate you on your country's assuming the presidency of the Security Council for this month. Allow me at the outset to express my deep appreciation to the Presidents and the Prosecutors of both the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) and the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) for presenting their reports and their assessments. We can all agree that the Tribunals' work through the years has been and remains of great importance, as they have emphasized with each new judgement the role that they play in creating a legacy for the future of international criminal justice and international law as a whole.”
2009-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6134 (2009) · source