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Ben Mustapha

lines on the record: 451
first: 2000-01-13
most recent: 2001-03-16
sittings or episodes: 55
sources: un-security-council

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“Since I have no other speakers on my list, the Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. However, allow me at the end of this important meeting to express once again to His Excellency President Kabila the thanks of the members of the Security Council for his initiative of coming to meet with us and exchange views on the situation. The members of the Council have listened with great attention to President Kabila's important statement - a very clear message concerning his view of the future of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and ways and means of re-establishing peace and security in the Great Lakes region. The Security Council will be following this matter with a great deal of attention during the course ofthe month. The meeting rose at 5.25 pm.”
2001-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4271 (2001) · source
“In conclusion, I offer my best wishes to President Kabila as he leads the people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo towards peace, security, stability and prosperity. I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council. I call on Major General Joseph Kabila, President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, to respond, if he so wishes, to the comments of the members of the Security Council.”
2001-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4271 (2001) · source
“We believe that conditions are ripe for a new momentum in the peace process in which all parties would participate through immediate action to implement relevant Security Council resolutions, the Lusaka Ceasefire Agreement and the deployment of the second phase of the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUC). We look forward to enabling MONUC to deploy as soon as possible, reflecting the intention of the international community to assume its responsibility for the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The critical situation there and in the region calls for the firm resolve of the international community to help all parties to build a solid and lasting peace in the region, leading to prosperity, solidarity, stability, cooperation and development for the entire African continent.”
2001-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4271 (2001) · source
“We believe that there is no alternative to a peaceful settlement of the dispute in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Lusaka Ceasefire Agreement is the best framework, accepted by all parties, for fulfilling that objective. Tunisia endorses and encourages any initiative or step of President Kabila towards dialogue and national reconciliation. We would also endorse any initiative he might take towards dialogue, reconciliation and cooperation with neighbouring States, within the framework of mutual respect by all States for their independence and territorial integrity. All parties have expressed their willingness to move towards peace. We look forward to all parties' taking practical steps towards that objective.”
2001-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4271 (2001) · source
“As a member of the Security Council, Tunisia insists on the need to respect the sovereignty, territorial integrity, independence and control of the Democratic Republic of the Congo over its natural resources. The pillage of these resources, the property of the brotherly Congolese people, must stop. The people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo has suffered and continues to suffer under the scourge of war and its negative consequences. They look forward to a better future of peace, security, stability and prosperity, as well as to the solidarity and support of the international community. Tunisia is resolved and happy to stand with President Kabila and the people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo at this critical time in their history.”
2001-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4271 (2001) · source
“I thank the representative of Singapore for his kind words addressed to me and to members of my delegation. I shall now make a statement in my capacity as representative of Tunisia. At the outset, I should like to express our condolences to President Kabila for the loss of his late father, Laurent-Desire Kabila, one of the first African militants of freedom and dignity for his people and for the countries of Africa. Tunisia, which has made African issues a priority of its foreign policy, welcomes this opportunity to hear him speak before the Council and to exchange views on the present and future of the Democratic Republic ofthe Congo and the potential for peace, security and stability in the Great Lakes region.”
2001-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4271 (2001) · source
“I thank the representative of Ireland for his kind words addressed to me. Before giving the floor to the next speaker, I would like to kindly request the members of the Council to be as brief as possible in their statements so as to allow time for President Joseph Kabila to comment on the Council members' important statements if he wishes.”
2001-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4271 (2001) · source
“I thank the representative of the United States for the kind words he addressed to Tunisia and to its diplomatic representatives.”
2001-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4271 (2001) · source
“I wish to thank His Excellency President Joseph Kabila, President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, for his kind words addressed to me and to my country, Tunisia.”
2001-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4271 (2001) · source
“I thank the Secretary-General for his statement. It is my honour now to give the floor to His Excellency Major General Joseph Kabila, President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2001-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4271 (2001) · source
“The Council's interest in the situation concerning the Democratic Republic of the Congo is reflected in the series of meetings which it intends to convene this month on that issue, in particular its meeting with the Political Committee of the Ceasefire Agreement. The members of the Council look forward to the achievement of concrete results at these meetings that will help to revive the peace process and assist the brotherly people of the Congo in fulfilling their aspirations. I now invite the Secretary-General to address the Council.”
2001-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4271 (2001) · source
“Last Friday's address by President Kabila to the Congolese people reiterated his support for the Lusaka Ceasefire Agreement and his resolve to pursue national dialogue and reconciliation. He underscored his commitment to cooperating with the OAU and the United Nations and to the deployment of MONUC; his demand that foreign troops withdraw from his country's territory; and his desire to establish good- neighbourly relations with neighbouring countries. The Security Council has consistently stressed the need for respect for the Democratic Republic of the Congo's sovereignty, territorial integrity and control over its natural resources. It is also concerned that the sovereignty of all States be equally respected. President Kabila will find the Council in full support of his contributions to moving the peace process forward.”
2001-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4271 (2001) · source
“The Council has adopted a number of resolutions and presidential statements. In this context, I would cite in particular resolution 1304 (2000), adopted on 16 June 2000 under the presidency of France in the wake of a meeting of the Security Council with the Political Committee of the Ceasefire Agreement. The Lusaka Ceasefire Agreement remains the most appropriate framework for reaching a negotiated settlement of the conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Security Council expects all parties to the Agreement to demonstrate their commitment to the relevant Security Council resolutions and to the Agreement and to take concrete steps to move the peace process forward. In this regard, I pay a special tribute to the role played by the Organization of African Unity (OAU).”
2001-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4271 (2001) · source
“The Lusaka Ceasefire Agreement, which upholds the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, gave high hopes that the conflict in that country might be ended and the peace and security of the neighbouring States restored. Since then, the Lusaka Agreement has gone through critical phases and faced many challenges. Foreign troops have not withdrawn from the territory of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the national dialogue has come to a standstill. The full deployment of the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUC) has been delayed. Throughout this time, the suffering of the people of the Congo has been perpetuated by the war. The Council has followed with grave concern the developments in the situation and dispatched a mission of its members.”
2001-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4271 (2001) · source
“The members of the Council attach great importance to this meeting and pin high hopes on its conclusions. We wish President Kabila every success in his noble mission to lead his people towards peace, security, stability and progress. One year ago, on 24 January 2000, under the presidency of the United States, the Security Council convened an important meeting at which leaders of the States signatories of the Lusaka Ceasefire Agreement participated. On that occasion, the leaders reiterated their commitment to the Agreement. The meeting enjoyed the strong and broad support of the international community in general and of the Security Council in particular.”
2001-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4271 (2001) · source
“The situation concerning the Democratic Republic of the Congo Briefing by His Excellency Major General Joseph Kabila, President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo The President (spoke in Arabic): In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I request the Chief of Protocol to escort His Excellency, Major General Joseph Kabila, President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, to a seat at the Council table. Major General Joseph Kabila, President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, was escorted to a seat at the Council table. The President (spoke in Arabic): The members of the Security Council highly appreciate the initiative of President Joseph Kabila to meet with them at this stage of his first visit outside the Democratic Republic of the Congo since he assumed its presidency.”
2001-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4271 (2001) · source
“As this is the first meeting of the Security Council for the month of February, I should like to take this opportunity to pay tribute, on behalf of the Council, to His Excellency Ambassador Kishore Mahbubani, Permanent Representative of Singapore to the United Nations, for his service as President of the Security Council during the month of January 2001. I am sure that I speak for all members of the Council in expressing deep appreciation to Ambassador Mahbubani for the great diplomatic skill with which he presided over the Council last month. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted.”
2001-02-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4271 (2001) · source
“We are convinced that UNTAET's presence is necessary to prepare for the upcoming peace-building stage through the establishment of an integrated mission, to be led by a special representative of the Secretary-General. In this regard, it is necessary to begin a thoroughgoing process of reflection on the way in which this integrated mission will be managed in order for it to obtain the expected results. We believe it is important to lend our support to the Secretary-General's request for an extension of UNTAET's mandate until 31 December 2001, so that the Transitional Administration can achieve its goals. Before I conclude, may I, on behalf of my country, convey condolences to the peoples of India and Pakistan on the loss of life occasioned by the earthquake that has just struck these two friendly countries.”
2001-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4265Resumption1 (2001) · source
“Harri Holkeri, President of the General Assembly, to reiterate to him the Security Council's request that he consider authorizing a more flexible use of the resources provided for under assessed budgets in the case of complex peacekeeping operations, such as UNTAET. We are duty-bound to succeed in this transition process, which is paving the way, in a satisfactory manner, for the longed-for independence of the East Timorese people. In this respect, the two-stage political timetable presented by the National Council of Timorese Resistance is an important element that we should fully support, in order to give concrete embodiment to the political will of the Timorese people.”
2001-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4265Resumption1 (2001) · source
“UNTAET is a test case for the United Nations. The positive results it has achieved thus far are an inducement for us to make an additional effort to enable East Timor's successful transition to independence, thereby ensuring a smooth transition to lasting peace in that country A a peace that we must now build. However, as was pointed out by the Secretary- General, East Timor, after independence, will still need very substantial international aid, which will have to go far beyond the type of aid normally given to developing countries. I should like to take this opportunity of the presence among us of Mr.”
2001-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4265Resumption1 (2001) · source
“Undoubtedly, there are still obstacles to overcome, and we consider that at this stage, cooperation with the Indonesian Government is very important in order to succeed in this endeavour and to contribute to a calming of the situation in general. The proven and affirmed will with which the Indonesian authorities have dealt with the various issues that have come up - such as those relating to the arrest of, and the start of court proceedings against, suspects; the collection and destruction of weapons; the disarmament of the militias; the commitment to put a stop to their activities; and the return of refugees - attests to their commitment to resolve issues that are still outstanding. We believe also that the international community should continue to lend substantial support to East Timor in all areas.”
2001-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4265Resumption1 (2001) · source
“Likewise, the information sector has also registered definite progress, thanks in particular to Radio UNTAET and to the bimonthly Timorese newspaper, which enables refugees to be better informed about the situation in East Timor and thus encourages them to take a decision as to whether to return. We welcome these achievements, which confirm the assessments made by the members of the Council during their visit to East Timor. It is also an opportunity for us to reiterate once again our full support for Mr. Sergio Vieira de Mello for the effective manner in which he has been carrying out work that, only a short time ago, seemed difficult to imagine.”
2001-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4265Resumption1 (2001) · source
“We have reached a very important stage in the process that started more than one year ago and that, more than ever before, requires the unconditional and renewed support of all the parties. What is at stake is the future of East Timor, which we would all like to see secure, and the stability ofthe region as a whole. Since it was set up more than a year ago, UNTAET has succeeded in discharging its mandate in a number of areas, despite the difficult circumstances under which the Transitional Administration is doing its work. We note with satisfaction that the situation on the ground has improved. To date, concrete results have been achieved in various areas, such as education, health, justice, public security and infrastructure.”
2001-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4265Resumption1 (2001) · source
“Mr. Ben Mustapha (Tunisia) (spoke in French): I wish to welcome Mr. Sergio Vieira de Mello, who unfailingly makes himself available, both in the field and in the Security Council, to keep it informed of the progress achieved by the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) in carrying out its mandate in East Timor. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General for his exhaustive report. My thanks also go to Mr. Mark Malloch Brown, Mr. Klaus Rohland, Mr. Luis Valdivieso, Mr. Harri Holkeri, President of the General Assembly, and Mr. Ramos-Horta, member of the Transitional Cabinet of East Timor, for having given us their assessments of the situation in East Timor. Our meeting today is being held in a forward- looking spirit with regard to East Timor.”
2001-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4265Resumption1 (2001) · source
“In this connection, we welcome the decision taken by the ECOWAS Ministers for Foreign Affairs to visit New York in the near future in order to meet with the members of the Security Council. We are convinced that their visit will provide an opportunity for a fruitful exchange of views between the members of the Council and the ECOWAS delegation, led by the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Mali, on the various aspects of the situation prevailing in the region. We believe also that the visit will lead to the consolidation of the comprehensive and multidimensional approach established by the Council to manage this situation in order to lay the groundwork for lasting peace and stability, not only in Sierra Leone, but in the entire subregion of West Africa.”
2001-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4264 (2001) · source
“Any sanctions imposed by the Security Council should be tailored to specific objectives; they should have a time limit and contain automatic provisions for their lifting. In conclusion, I should like to underscore the importance for the Security Council of paying particular attention to the need to ensure that ECOWAS initiatives are not placed in jeopardy. The success of the ECOWAS Monitoring Group (ECOMOG) interposition mission along the common borders of Sierra Leone, Liberia and Guinea - which the Council has supported and which should be deployed from 28 February - must be assured, and the Council must accord priority in its deliberations to the follow-up to certain recommendations of the Panel of Experts.”
2001-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4264 (2001) · source
“Thirdly, the approach that the Security Council should take with regard to the problem of the illicit trade in diamonds and arms in connection with Sierra Leone should be preventive and progressive in nature, based on dialogue and a clear and agreed strategy capable of producing concrete and rapid results while avoiding, insofar as possible, adding to the suffering of the civilian population, which is already exhausted from other humanitarian, social and economic problems. Furthermore, the measures to be taken by the Council should involve only the target concern: the illegal trade in diamonds and arms. Extending sanctions to other areas and activities might cause new difficulties, in particular for the people in the countries concerned, who are already suffering from the impact of armed conflicts in the region.”
2001-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4264 (2001) · source
“We share the opinion of the Panel of Experts that responsibility for the massive flood of weapons into West Africa lies with producing countries as well as those that trans- ship and use them. I should like in this connection to underscore my delegation's support for the recommendation of the Government of Burkina Faso, which has been endorsed by the Panel of Experts, that the Security Council supervise a mechanism to monitor all weapons imports into the territory of Burkina Faso and the use of such weapons for a period ofthree years.”
2001-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4264 (2001) · source
“We believe, therefore, that in order to be truly effective and fair, it is not enough to analyse merely the individual links in the chain, but, rather, the chain as a whole. Such an approach should aim to tighten control over the product itself - the diamonds - through concerted and coordinated international action. In this connection, we support the recommendations of the Panel of Experts concerning the need to set up a generalized system of certification and to create a mechanism within the United Nations Secretariat which could continuously monitor the implementation of the sanctions and embargoes imposed by the Council. Secondly, with regard to the trade in arms, the approach necessary to control the flow of weapons in conflict areas should not be selective.”
2001-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4264 (2001) · source
“The outcome of the investigation undertaken by ECOWAS - which, we must remember, is in the best position to identify the various aspects of this complex problem and to suggest the most appropriate measures to take in keeping with the specific context of the subregion - should be duly taken into consideration by the Security Council. Having carefully considered the report of the Panel of Experts before us today, my delegation would like to make several observations and comments. First, we believe that understanding the problem of the illicit trade in diamonds requires a comprehensive and expert approach encompassing, in a verifiable manner, the entire chain of actors involved.”
2001-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4264 (2001) · source
“Mr. Ben Mustapha (Tunisia) (spoke in French): I should like first of all to thank you, Mr. President, for having organized this meeting, which will, I am sure, enable us to have a constructive exchange of views on the important issue under consideration today. I should also like to express my great appreciation to Ambassador Chowdhury for his considerable work in guiding the sanctions Committee concerning Sierra Leone. My delegation joins previous speakers in thanking the Panel of Experts, established pursuant to resolution 1306 (2000) to study the issue ofthe trade in diamonds and arms in connection with Sierra Leone, for its report. I should also like to pay tribute to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) for its initiative to investigate the illicit trade in and exploitation of diamonds from Sierra Leone.”
2001-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4264 (2001) · source
“Thus, aware of all the political, security, economic and social priorities it faces, we join the Secretary-General's appeal to the international community, which has always supported peace-building efforts in the Central African Republic and elsewhere, to reiterate its commitment to that country and to stand with it at this sensitive phase of peace-building. We support the presidential statement to be adopted later today.”
2001-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4261 (2001) · source
“Amara Essy, the Secretary- General's Special Envoy to the subregion, will be very helpful to the Council. Finally, we wish to pay tribute to the strenuous efforts of BONUCA. We deplore the recent incident involving one of its staff members. Much remains to be done, inter alia, in combating such abuses as the so- called "neighbourhood justice". We are convinced that the many steps being taken by BONUCA are extremely helpful to the Government and people of the Central African Republic and will assist in particular in fostering a culture of peace, dialogue and tolerance throughout the country. The Government of the Central African Republic has demonstrated its firm resolve to create conditions conducive to lasting peace and development.”
2001-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4261 (2001) · source
“This positive picture is somewhat overshadowed, however, by the inability of the Central African Government, due to a lack of resources, to pursue the programme to demobilize and reintegrate ex-combatants. Moreover, the emergence in the country of new weapons from neighbouring States in conflict demonstrates that the threat of destabilization is ever present and that the Central African Government must remain vigilant and intensify its efforts to end the illicit distribution of these new weapons. My delegation believes nevertheless that the search for a definitive solution to all these security, humanitarian and socio-economic problems in the Central African Republic would benefit in some ways from the adoption of a comprehensive subregional approach. In this respect, we feel that the assessment to be carried out by Mr.”
2001-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4261 (2001) · source
“This initiative will allow the Government to resume the regular payment of wages and gradually to pay off its arrears, which cannot fail to soothe the growing social anger in the country. My delegation believes that, despite tensions and a few incidents, the security and military situation in the Central African Republic is encouraging. My delegation welcomes the efforts of the Government in this connection and wishes in particular to commend the initiatives that have allowed the defence and security forces to be restructured, units to be deployed in the countryside and ex-combatants to be reintegrated into the army. We also welcome the significant results achieved in the disarmament process, which have allowed the Government to recover 95 per cent of heavy weapons and 65 per cent of light weapons.”
2001-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4261 (2001) · source
“Cheikh Tidiane Sy, and BONUCA will be invaluable and will certainly facilitate negotiations among all the political forces of the country. The economic situation in the Central African Republic is also disturbing and could easily lead to political instability. It is obvious that the Central African Government is incapable of leading the country out of this situation without the assistance of the international community and the Bretton Woods institutions. We therefore welcome the decision of the World Bank to approve the release of the second tranche of the fiscal consolidation credit. We also welcome the decision of the International Monetary Fund to approve the Central African Government's request for debt relief.”
2001-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4261 (2001) · source
“We have noted the progress that has been made, but we remain deeply concerned by the situation that has prevailed there for some time, as described by Mr. Sy. It is clear that the consequences of the 1996 crisis are still being felt everywhere and that, despite enormous efforts, the challenges facing the Central African Government are far from having been met because of its many difficulties at the political, socio- economic and security levels. My delegation would encourage all parties to begin a constructive dialogue in order to ensure the survival of the young democratic institutions of the country, with the ultimate goal of achieving genuine and lasting national reconciliation. In that respect, the work of the Secretary-General's Representative, Mr.”
2001-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4261 (2001) · source
“Mr. Ben Mustapha (Tunisia) (spoke in French): Allow me at the outset to welcome to New York Minister Agba Otikpo Mezode and to thank our guests from the World Bank, the United Nations Development Programme and the International Organization of la Francophonie for their presence and for their exhaustive statements. The Tunisian delegation has read with interest the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in the Central African Republic and the work of the United Nations Peace-building Support Office in the Central African Republic (BONUCA). I should like in particular to thank Mr. Cheikh Tidiane Sy, the Representative of the Secretary-General in the Central African Republic, for his briefing.”
2001-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4261 (2001) · source
“President, and my colleagues who have spoken before me in paying a heartfelt tribute to our friend Ambassador Richard Holbrooke for having courageously introduced the question of AIDS into the Security Council agenda and for his tireless efforts in the service of the United Nations. We are grateful to him for having initiated a debate on a question that affects almost all countries, particularly those of the African continent. On this last day of his term, I say to him simply, thank you, Richard.”
2001-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4259 (2001) · source
“The use of educational material in order to raise awareness among peacekeeping personnel, the training of trainers, medical training models and the holding of targeted seminars are all positive actions undertaken by the Department of Peacekeeping Operations in this regard. All these actions help make uniformed personnel more responsible and prepare them to play an important role in combating the virus. However, we feel that the Department of Peacekeeping Operations can fully assume its responsibilities only if it is given adequate means for accomplishing its task. This is why we feel it is useful to strengthen the financial and human resources of that Department. Before concluding, I wish to join you, Mr.”
2001-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4259 (2001) · source
“A little more than 25 million out of the 36 million affected by the virus live in sub-Saharan Africa. This situation is becoming intolerable. It creates new conflicts, devastates entire communities and negates decades of development efforts. The effects of this disease have spared no sector of life and continue to complicate situations. It is clearer today than ever that while waiting for a vaccine that will protect everyone from infection by HIV/AIDS, access to treatment remains a priority that all should endorse. The role of uniformed and peacekeeping personnel in the prevention of the spread of the virus is very important. In this respect, we welcome the efforts of the Department of Peacekeeping Operations and UNAIDS in the implementation of Security Council resolution 1308 (2000), and we encourage them to continue their efforts.”
2001-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4259 (2001) · source
“International solidarity remains the only viable option in the light of the complexity of the problem and its consequent dangers. Moreover, we reaffirm our conviction that humanity as a whole should benefit from progress made in the area of medical research. We consider it unacceptable that a part of humanity should be denied the right of access to drugs. One of the priorities of the international community is, indeed, to ensure that drugs in sufficient quantities and at accessible prices are made available to the countries of the south. We are convinced that this idea should be the foundation of any international partnership in the fight against AIDS. Africa remains the continent most affected by this disease. It is now home to 70 per cent of adults and 80 per cent of children infected by the HIV/AIDS virus worldwide.”
2001-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4259 (2001) · source
“The General Assembly decided to convene a special session to consider this question from all aspects. My delegation notes that While important stages have been passed during the past year, we cannot but express our deep concern, given the serious developments of the situation. The new cases of infection for 2000 number 5.3 million, with 3.8 million in sub-Saharan Africa alone. This sad reality teaches us that despite all the efforts made to date, the virus continues its ravages just about everywhere in the world. We are convinced of the need for the international community to mobilize additional resources to deal with the spread of this pandemic. It is in this spirit that we stress the importance of the commitment of all the United Nations parties to unite their efforts and to devote their energies to containing this alarming situation.”
2001-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4259 (2001) · source
“The Security Council subsequently adopted resolution 1308 (2000), in which it states its deep concern at the scale of the pandemic and, in particular, the seriousness of the crisis in Africa. The resolution is aimed at intensifying the battle against AIDS, and it calls on countries to develop and implement long-term strategies to push back the disease. It also stresses the importance of training and prevention among peacekeeping personnel. The seriousness and urgency of the situation, particularly in Africa, have led the international community to make the fight against this pandemic a priority. Indeed, during the Millennium Summit, the heads of State and Government renewed their commitment to combat AIDS and, on that occasion, set themselves the goals of slowing the progress of the virus.”
2001-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4259 (2001) · source
“Mr. Ben Mustapha (Tunisia) (interpretation from French): First, I would like to express my delegation's gratitude to you, Mr. President, for having convened this important meeting. I would also like to express my thanks to Mr. Guehenno, Under-Secretary- General for Peacekeeping Operations, and to Mr. Peter Piot, Executive Director of the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS, for their exhaustive and enlightening statements. One year has passed already since the first meeting of the Security Council devoted to the question of the global epidemic of HIV/AIDS. For us it was a glimmer of hope and a first concrete step towards the recognition of the importance of the threat of this disease and what it represents to human security and its devastating effects in all areas.”
2001-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4259 (2001) · source
“The issue of refugees and displaced persons is crucial in the quest for a lasting solution to the problem of Kosovo. We must therefore work to ensure their return under satisfactory conditions, specifically, by strengthening the security of minority communities. This issue is even more crucial given the fact that returns often take place spontaneously. In that regard, we commend the efforts of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. In conclusion, I wish to pay a well-deserved tribute to Mr. Bernard Kouchner, the former Special Representative of the Secretary-General in Kosovo. I thank him for his tireless efforts and commitment and wish him the greatest success in his new duties.”
2001-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4258 (2001) · source
“The issue of detainees and disappeared persons is particularly sensitive, and is one of the primary sources of inter-ethnic tension in Kosovo. We welcome the efforts of the Special Envoy on persons deprived of liberty to seek out appropriate responses to this tragedy. We invite all the parties to cooperate fully with him in order to facilitate his task. Establishing a reliable and impartial judicial system is crucial for restoring peace in Kosovo. The impartial and non-discriminatory application of the law will reinforce Kosovars' confidence in the rule of law, which is the sole guarantee of peaceful coexistence between all the ethnic communities. My delegation is pleased with the progress made in this area. We encourage the Mission to continue its efforts to bring about a reform of the criminal justice system in Kosovo.”
2001-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4258 (2001) · source
“We welcome the initiative to establish a special unit to fight organized crime throughout Kosovo. The violence has led to a new flow of displaced persons in Kosovo and has made the situation even more complex. We encourage the Kosovo Force and the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo to continue their efforts to rein in the activities of extremists. In that regard, we believe that the international presence in Kosovo is more necessary than ever to maintain a climate of trust among all the parties and to strengthen harmony among its inhabitants. Any withdrawal by the international community should take place only after thoughtful reflection and the formulation of an exit strategy that guarantees a lasting return of peace to the region.”
2001-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4258 (2001) · source
“Hans Haekkerup, Special Representative of the Secretary- General, has decided to open an office in Belgrade in order to strengthen dialogue with the authorities of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia and to prepare for the holding of legislative elections in the province of Kosovo. One of the new Special Representative's priorities will be to restore security by tackling the root causes of the violence prevailing in the region. It should be pointed out that these violent actions are clearly political in nature and could destabilize the region. Apart from the fact that the violence is continuing to fuel tension among the inhabitants, it also prevents the reconciliation of ethnic communities and undermines the efforts of the international community. Those actions are unacceptable.”
2001-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4258 (2001) · source
“The successful elections of 28 October 2000 and the political stability in the region have opened new prospects for the implementation of a regime with substantial autonomy, as called for by Security Council resolution 1244 (1999). We feel that the province's new configuration should take into consideration the right of all of its inhabitants to security, to respect for differences and to participation in public life. It should also outlaw hatred and attitudes based on ethnic considerations, and promote peaceful coexistence among all of the communities. In this regard, we welcome the fact that Mr.”
2001-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4258 (2001) · source