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Benitez Seenz

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1997-04-16
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1997-04-16
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  1. “There is also a need for the transition process to proceed smoothly, so that the problems emerging in certain regions do not tarnish the victory that has already been achieved: that of giving Angola the longest period of peace that it has known in the past three decades. Uruguay is fully prepared to continue to participate, within its means, in the reconstruction of Angola and is prepared to offer its support for any other undertaking planned for UNAVEM. III. In this respect, we can state that we are now in a position to offer additional police observers for deployment on the ground.”

    1997-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3769 (1997) · source

  2. “In this context, there is a need for greater cooperation on the part of the developed countries so that assistance in demobilization can be guaranteed and funding provided in a timely manner. In his report, the Secretary-General referred specifically to the need to prepare for the observer mission that will replace UNAVEM. III. At the same time, however, we must assume that the United Nations cannot remain in Angola forever. Just as we have completed the withdrawal plan, we must also be aware of our continuing responsibility to strengthen the civilian and humanitarian presence in the area.”

    1997-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3769 (1997) · source

  3. “Furthermore, we consider this to be a vital moment for the peace process itself. Despite the optimism shown in the report, the future still holds the challenge of attaining lasting peace in Angola. The extension of State administration to the entire territory is an objective that should be met as quickly as possible. Social reintegration of ex-combatants in Angola is still an issue of concern, and we call for close monitoring of the general process of disarming the population. The slow speed of integration into the armed forces, as well as the latent threat that the Angolan parties might intervene in Zaire, are the most worrying aspects of this issue.”

    1997-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3769 (1997) · source

  4. “The new experience gained has continued to enhance the professionalism of our armed forces, and we stand ever ready to provide the United Nations with our support, whether in new peacekeeping missions, or by passing on our experience - another means by which Uruguay can contribute to the Organization. We acknowledge and welcome in particular the contribution of the Secretary-General through his visit to Angola from 22 to 25 March 1997. The results of that Visit are reflected in his comments on 11 April and also in his report on the United Nations Angola Verification Mission (UNAVEM. III). I should also like to add that Uruguay appreciates the responsible attitude and the sensitivity shown by the Secretary-General, his Special Representative and the Force Commander in carrying out their mandates.”

    1997-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3769 (1997) · source

  5. “In the case of Angola, the Uruguayan unit was the first to be deployed in the United Nations Angola Verification Mission (UNAVEM. III) area, shortly after the 1994 peace accords that enabled Angola to enjoy the longest period of peace that it has known in the past 30 years. Twenty days ago, the withdrawal of the Uruguayan battalion from Angola was completed, and of the original 800 men on duty just 70 remain in the region. Together with other troop-contributing countries, we have shouldered our responsibilities, conscious of being a stabilizing factor in the peace process. We are proud of our participation in this force in the service of the United Nations. As my comments suggest, my country is very pleased to have contributed to yet another mission in the service of world peace.”

    1997-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3769 (1997) · source

  6. “Mr. Benitez Seenz (Uruguay) (interpretation from Spanish): My delegation felt the need to speak in the Security Council on this subject because we consider the peacekeeping process in Angola to be entering a phase that is doubly important: it is important for my country, Uruguay; and it is important for the peace process itself. It is important for Uruguay because, with the recent withdrawal of our troops, we feel that we have reached a new stage in the long course that Uruguay has been following for many years, contributing to peacekeeping in many regions of the world. The first such mission was in 1935, many years before the existence of the United Nations; since the creation of the Organization, we have participated in 14 missions, contributing approximately 8,000 men.”

    1997-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3769 (1997) · source