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first: 2010-12-22
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“In the wake of the historic changes symbolized by the fall of the Berlin Wall, in 1989, many countries have undergone the transition to democracy, and in other cases new nations have emerged. Since last year, we have observed momentous change in the Middle East and North Africa, where the Arab Spring continues to unfold. While the hopes and specific challenges connected to those developments might differ in each and every case, the establishment of the rule of law remains a common benchmark for success at all levels - be it the realization of a people's political aspirations, the enhancement of prosperity or the creation of sustainable economic development. To strengthen the rule of law, whether at the national or international level and whether through conflict prevention or peacebuilding, is an investment that pays.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“In that context, let me reiterate my country's continuing support for the ICC and its invaluable contribution to the strengthening of the rule of law. Germany recognizes the importance of transitional justice as an essential component of efforts to strengthen the rule of law and as a viable contribution to peace and security. We therefore fully support the call for a comprehensive transitional justice policy in countries emerging from conflict that involves criminal persecution, institutional reform, redress for victims and the establishment of truth and reconciliation commissions. In that context, the focus of the international community in the area of the rule of law should be on broadening and deepening civilian capacity within countries emerging from conflict.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“The Nuremberg Declaration on Peace and Justice of 2007 therefore correctly states that "The most serious crimes of concern to the international community, notably genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity, must not go unpunished and their effective prosecution must be ensured. "As a minimal application of this principle, amnesties must not be granted to those bearing the greatest responsibility for such crimes and violations of international humanitarian law." (A/62/885, annex, III (2)) Those objectives were recently further served by the Council when it established the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals, through resolution 1966 (2010), and when it referred the situation in Libya to the International Criminal Court (ICC), through resolution 1970 (2011).”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“Also, the acceptance by more States of the Court's jurisdiction as compulsory would greatly contribute to further anchoring the rule of law, both within the Security Council and in international relations. From among the current members of the Council, only five States have deposited such a declaration. We therefore call upon those Council members, as well as non-Council members, that have not yet done so to consider taking that important step. Given the importance of accountability to the rule of law, combating impunity becomes, by definition, an obligation.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“Furthermore, the Security Council has recently been further integrating the rule of law as a basis for its own work, as is evident from the establishment of the post of Ombudsperson under the Al-Qaida sanctions regime, through resolution 1989 (2011), and the ongoing discussions by the Council of its working methods. In that regard, we fully recognize the scope for expanding that basis as outlined in the Secretary- General's report. For example, more frequent use could indeed be made of Article 36 of the Charter, which allows the Council to recommend to States to refer legal aspects of international disputes to the International Court of Justice.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“In the same period, the Council has 3 included support for the rule of law in the mandates of at least 14 peacekeeping and special political missions worldwide. In this context, we appreciate the achievements of, inter alia, the United Nations Mission in Liberia and the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Sierra Leone, as well as the fact that the United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan has made the strengthening of the rule of law in South Sudan a key priority. The United Nations Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) also has a critical role to play in this regard. The promotion of justice and the rule of law has become an integral part of peacebuilding strategies for countries on the PBC's agenda, such as Liberia and Sierra Leone.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“In this context, we welcome the establishment of and activities undertaken by the Rule of Law Coordination and Resource Group, chaired by the Deputy Secretary-General and supported by the Rule of Law Unit. However, we call upon all participating agencies in the Group to redouble their efforts to define and implement a unified and comprehensive approach to strengthening the rule of law worldwide, and to address relevant gaps in their programme activities. We note with satisfaction that the Security Council, in exercising its mandate, has been playing an increasingly crucial role in the promotion of the rule of law. This is most notable in the more than 160 references to rule of law and transitional justice made since 2004 in its thematic and country-specific resolutions.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“Today, strengthening the rule of law is a priority area within our international cooperation activities, and we are currently providing targeted rule of law assistance to partner countries worldwide. Both the United Nations Charter and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights recognize the relevance of the rule of law to lasting international peace and security. The issue cuts deeply through the entire spectrum of activities undertaken by the United Nations in general, and by the Council in particular. The presence or non-presence of the rule of law ultimately determines success or failure. This applies just as equally to the protection of civilians as it does to children in armed conflict, or to women, peace and security, to name but a few key areas.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“At the outset, let me thank the Secretary-General for his presentation and for his comprehensive report of October 2011 on the rule of law and transitional justice (S/2011/634*). We are also pleased that today's open debate is taking place under the presidency of South Africa, a country that has set an historic example in the field of transitional justice through its own process of truth and reconciliation. Germany, which aligns itself with the statement to be delivered on behalf of the European Union, reaffirms its firm commitment to an international order based on international law and the rule of law with the United Nations at its core. Our own history has shown us the disastrous consequences of disregarding even the most basic rules without which societies are relegated to a state of lawlessness and moral destitution.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“As identified by the joint transition plan, other areas with considerable further support needs include governance and sustainable economic development. The role of women in all that can hardly be overestimated. In conclusion, Germany would like once more to thank UNMIT for its highly committed and professional work, as well as to assure the people and Government of Timor-Leste of Germany's continued friendship and solidarity.”
2011-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6664 (2011) · source
“We note that, for the United Nations, one crucial question remains unanswered, namely, what comes after the transition. While certain fundamental decisions can only be made by the next elected Government, Germany encourages maximum attention to be dedicated to concrete planning for the post-UNMIT phase. Obviously, the Timorese Government will lead the way in that regard. It is clear the United Nations has a long-term commitment to Timor-Leste. The joint transition plan ranks the continued fight against impunity at all levels of society and the strengthening of public confidence in the justice system among the long-term challenges. In that context, we note some progress with regard to the so-called certification of police officers who face disciplinary and criminal charges.”
2011-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6664 (2011) · source
“While the strengthening of the Timorese army is also ongoing, Germany learned with appreciation that first Timorese military contribution to United Nations peacekeeping in the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon is being prepared. Against the backdrop of those encouraging developments in the security sector, we welcome the overall joint transition plan between the Timorese Government and the United Nations, which represents a true innovation. It outlines a comprehensive scenario for the drawdown of the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT), as well as an understanding of the national budgetary consequences. However, as my delegation pointed out here in February (see S/PV.6485), the post-UNMIT phase is fast approaching - if the current positive trends can be sustained.”
2011-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6664 (2011) · source
“Close coordination with regard to the modalities of the drawdown of the international stabilization force will also be essential. My delegation is encouraged by the handover of complete primary policing responsibility to the Timorese police, so far without any negative impact on the overall level of crime. However, it remains of pivotal importance to continue to ensure the highest standards that the Policia Nacional de Timor-Leste committed itself to in its Joint Development Plan with United Nations police, including through adequate budgetary provisions. Germany is confident that the remaining time prior to the elections and before the end of the transition will be used to continue to close the remaining capacity gaps, including in the management of logistics.”
2011-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6664 (2011) · source
“Before I offer some national remarks, let me underline that my Government aligns itself with the statement to be delivered later in the debate by the observer of the European Union. Germany takes note with satisfaction of the fact that the overall situation in Timor-Leste remains calm and stable. We share the assessment of the Timorese Government and of the Secretary-General's report (S/2011/64l) that certain volatility remains but that there is reason for confidence that the Timorese institutions, in particular in the security sector, will weather the upcoming electoral and post-electoral seasons. We are also confident that continued capacity- building, if maintained at the current speed, will enable the Timorese security forces to fully meet the security needs of the country as international support is reduced.”
2011-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6664 (2011) · source
“Mr. Berger (Germany) (spoke in Portuguese; interpretation provided by the Portuguese delegation): I would like to thank the Portuguese presidency for convening today's meeting. (spoke in English) I would also like to acknowledge the presence of Foreign Minister Zacarias da Costa in the Council today. I thank him for coming the long way to New York to report on the developments in his country. My delegation also appreciates the presence of the Portuguese Foreign Minister and the Brazilian Vice- Minister. Let me also welcome Special Representative of the Secretary-General Ameerah Haq, whom I wish to thank for her briefing and whose leadership of the Mission I again commend. Germany thanks the entire United Nations team, both in Timor-Leste and at Headquarters, for their successful contribution to the Timorese future.”
2011-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6664 (2011) · source
“Priority should be given to contributing to early warning and early political action; to strengthening the capacities of the Economic Community of Central African States, including in the areas of mediation, capacity-building and skills for addressing cross-border security threats such as the LRA; and to supporting United Nations missions and agencies to intensify their regional cooperation. We consider it to be Vital for member States of the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) to further strengthen the subregional organization and to foster their regional cooperation. We hope that the next ECCAS summit, to be held in N'Djamena in January 2012, will contribute to that end. We commend the Special Representative of the Secretary-General's support to ECCAS in that regard.”
2011-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6657 (2011) · source
“This request also figures in the draft presidential statement submitted by the delegation of the United Kingdom, which we fully support. Focusing finally on UNOCA's overall mandate and first activities, I would like to reiterate our support for the Regional Office and its contribution to conflict prevention in Central Africa. The broad range of requests for assistance from the region stresses the need to prioritize UNOCA's work programme and to concentrate on specific activities. It will remain crucial to build on existing expertise and mechanisms and to work closely with all relevant actors in order to avoid duplication.”
2011-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6657 (2011) · source
“In that context, we also appreciate the strengthening of United Nations peacekeeping capacities, within the missions' mandates and capabilities in strategic locations, as already envisaged by Special Representative Hilde Johnson in connection with the deployment of UNMIS troops to Western Equatoria state, South Sudan. Ensuring efficient information-sharing between the missions and the relevant partners must be a priority. We encourage the United Nations to identify further opportunities to help address the LRA threat in a more coherent and comprehensive manner. We welcome UNOCA's role as the United Nations political focal point for the LRA. More specific information on UNOCA's role in coordinating activities against the LRA would be useful.”
2011-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6657 (2011) · source
“We welcome the efforts undertaken by the United Nations to work in support of the African Union and its efforts to enhance cooperation among the United Nations missions, United Nations offices and all relevant actors in the region. We notably support the intensified inter-mission cooperation between the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) and the United Nations Mission in the Sudan (UNMIS) to repatriate former LRA elements and MONUSCO's successful contribution to DDRRR efforts. Enhanced regional radio stations and community- led networks in the LRA-affected areas are important steps to improve the protection of civilians, which is paramount in the response to the LRA.”
2011-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6657 (2011) · source
“Continuous human rights violations by the LRA, especially affecting children and women, remain of deep concern to us. More focus and support should be given to the LRA-affected areas in the Central African Republic, where local military and United Nations capacity is limited. At the regional level, the leadership role of the African Union (AU) in coordinating efforts against the LRA is crucial. We advocate the swift appointment of the AU special envoy for the LRA to strengthen regional cooperation and donor support. We also encourage the African Union to take forward its military planning for the AU initiative and to share information on the design of the military component and its purpose.”
2011-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6657 (2011) · source
“Enhanced disarmament, demobilization and reintegration, as well as disarmament, demobilization, repatriation, reintegration and resettlement (DDRRR) efforts, should also be given priority in order to encourage defections from the LRA. In that context, amnesty based on international standards, reintegration and the rehabilitation of rank and file ex-combatants should be pursued in a targeted and coordinated manner. We hail the establishment of standard operating procedures by the Uganda People's Defence Force for the reception and handover of women and children separated from the LRA to ensure their care and repatriation. The national security forces of the region should implement similar procedures, in cooperation with the relevant United Nations agencies. Children and women remain most vulnerable.”
2011-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6657 (2011) · source
“Germany has given humanitarian assistance since 2009 to internally displaced persons, refugees and other vulnerable communities in LRA-affected areas in South Sudan, the Central African Republic and the north and east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. We stand ready to continue our support. We commend the efforts of the United States to work with the regional militaries, but it is understood that the countries of the region need to take the lead in resolving the LRA problem. We encourage the regional Governments to strengthen their cooperation at the State, military and community levels and to assume the primary responsibility to protect civilians.”
2011-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6657 (2011) · source
“I thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Abou Moussa for his briefings. I also thank Mr. Antonio and Mr. Louis Sylvain-Goma for their statements. First, I would like to respond to the report (S/201l/693) on the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA). Secondly, I will add some remarks on the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa (UNOCA). With regard to the LRA, which continues to pose a serious threat to regional security, we concur with the View that a multifaceted and balanced approach is needed to tackle the problem. Military efforts carried out in compliance with international humanitarian and human rights law are required, as are non-military efforts, including better coordinated and enhanced humanitarian aid and development measures.”
2011-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6657 (2011) · source
“Envoys and special representatives should address those issues, where relevant, in their briefings to the Council. I would like to conclude by expressing Germany's support for the draft presidential statement to be adopted today.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642 (2011) · source
“It contains, inter alia, projects on gender training, including for United Nations peacekeepers, the prevention of sexual violence, and enabling women's participation in peace processes and their unhindered access to justice. A special focus is on support for women's organizations and non-governmental organizations in promoting women's empowerment. In addition, the German Government has set up action plans on gender in development aid programmes and on civilian crisis prevention. Germany implements the indicators adopted by the European Union in 2010. Fourthly and last, the Security Council could do more to systematically integrate women, peace and security issues into its daily work, including when mandating or renewing United Nations missions.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642 (2011) · source
“Secondly, at the level of the European Union and NATO, both within the European Common Foreign and Security Policy and NATO, the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) in relation to conflict resolution has progressed. Forces are better informed on gender issues, and we are beginning to see the benefits of a new awareness and understanding where it matters - in the communities where soldiers are deployed. Female military medical staff serving in field hospitals lower the barriers to local women seeking treatment and female soldiers gaining better access to local women. Thirdly, with regard to the national level, last year the German Government presented its third report to Parliament on its implementation of resolution 1325 (2000).”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642 (2011) · source
“Women remain severely underrepresented in peace negotiations and are often marginalized in efforts to build sustainable peace. What can be done to close this gap? First, at the United Nations level, we commend UN-Women for its work in leading mainstreaming efforts to include, wherever possible, a gender perspective in United Nations activities, and in measuring progress made in implementing resolution 1325 (2000) against the indicators. It is crucial to constantly strive to place more women in leading positions, including within the United Nations, and to give women a voice during every stage of a peace process. There is a clear link between women's participation in the early stages of preventive diplomacy, peacemaking or peacebuilding and their presence in implementation mechanisms.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642 (2011) · source
“Germany heartily welcomes the Secretary- General's comprehensive report (S/2011/598*) and the analysis and recommendations it contains, including the strategic framework and the first set of indicators set out. The draft presidential statement to be adopted today once again clearly recognizes women's significant role in prevention, conflict resolution and post-conflict rebuilding. Including women in peace initiatives is not a benevolent act; we see it as a key requirement for any lasting, sustainable peace. Women's participation will strengthen our capacity to resolve conflict and to build security and justice systems that protect the human rights of all. However, gaps still exist between stated commitments and the situation on the ground.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642 (2011) · source
“I thank you, Madam President, for having organized today's debate. I also thank the Secretary-General, Ms. Bachelet, Mr. Kapambwe and Ms. Nemat for their insightfiil remarks. Germany aligns itself with the statement to be made by Head of the Delegation of the European Union. As a member of the Group of Friends of Security Council resolution 1325 (2000), Germany has always attached great importance to all aspects of the issue of women and peace and security, and particularly to that of turning words into action, 10 years after the adoption of that groundbreaking resolution. We therefore applaud the timely decision of the Nobel Prize Committee to honour three courageous and inspirational women who are exemplary models of how women can make a difference.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642 (2011) · source
“Only the Syrian people can decide on the future of their country, and we therefore welcome the various efforts undertaken by the Syrian opposition to peacefully build a political platform. In that respect, we note the creation of the Syrian National Council as a positive step forward. We also welcome the efforts undertaken by the League of Arab States to convince Damascus to enter into a meaningful dialogue with the opposition. The Arab League has set a clear timeline for such a dialogue. But it is clear that dialogue has to include all of the opposition and that there can be no meaningful dialogue as long as repression and killings of demonstrators continue.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636 (2011) · source
“On the contrary: the situation has further deteriorated. In a statement made on 14 October, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Navi Pillay, voiced her disappointment at the inaction of the Council. She reminded the members of the international community to take protective action in a collective and decisive manner before the continual ruthless repression and killings drove the country into a full-blown civil war. Indifferent spectatorship is not an option. We still think that the Council should send a strong message in the form of a resolution. However, we are not going to accept any equidistant approach that suggests that the opposition could be as responsible for the violence as is the Government.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636 (2011) · source
“Peaceful, free and fair elections provide an important role model for countries where the Arab Spring has already made inroads and offer tremendous encouragement where people take to the streets seeking to live a better life in freedom and dignity. Germany will continue to actively support Tunisia through its transformation partnership. Let me turn now to the question of Syria. On 40ctober, two permanent members of the Council vetoed a draft resolution on the situation in Syria that condemned human rights violations, demanded an end to the violence and called for an inclusive, Syrian-led political process. The days that have passed since that vote have shown that the strategy advocated by some to give the Syrian regime more time has failed. Those who delayed Council action with reference to their bilateral efforts have not delivered.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636 (2011) · source
“In that context, we would like to recall the statement made by His Excellency Najib Mikati, Prime Minister of Lebanon, before the Council, when he reiterated Lebanon's commitment to all its international obligations, including those relating to the Special Tribunal for Lebanon. In early 2011, Tunisians courageously stood up against an autocratic regime that had repressed them for decades. Nine months later, free elections are taking place in Tunisia, for the first time since it gained independence. Ninety per cent of those who registered for elections have cast their ballot. That is an impressive number.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636 (2011) · source
“We hope that his release and the related exchange of prisoners will give new momentum to the Middle East peace process. In that regard, we believe that now is the time to fully implement resolution 1860 (2009), which calls for the unconditional opening of crossings for goods and people to and from Gaza, thereby preventing the illicit trafficking of arms and ammunition. Let me now turn briefly to the issue of Lebanon. It is with great sadness that we heard that Judge Antonio Cassese, the first President of the Special Tribunal for Lebanon, passed away last Friday. The loss of that eminent scholar will undoubtedly affect all those who seek accountability and justice.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636 (2011) · source
“We want to see the State of Israel and a sovereign, independent, democratic, contiguous and viable State of Palestine living side by side in peace and security. Germany acknowledges the remarkable progress made by the Palestinian Authority in building the institutions of the future State of Palestine. In their reports, the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund and the United Nations have clearly stated that the Palestinian Authority has crossed the threshold towards being a functioning State in key sectors. We commend the Palestinian Authority for demonstrating this capability. Now the political process must catch up with the progress made in State-building on the ground. Germany is relieved at the release of Staff Sergeant Gilad Shalit.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636 (2011) · source
“We have called on the Government of Israel to dispel any doubts about its interest in serious negotiations. The imperative of trust should also be taken into consideration when looking at the Palestinian application for United Nations membership. We are mindful of the responsibility entrusted to us in the Committee on the Admission of New Members. Let me very clear on this: Germany supports the establishment of a Palestinian State. As a matter of course, such a State will become a Member of the United Nations. But it is also our responsibility in the Council to give the Quartet's current efforts and actions the chance to bear fruit. There is no viable alternative to the resumption of negotiations. The two- State solution can be achieved only through a peace agreement between the parties.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636 (2011) · source
“After that, the parties will have to take the next step, to come forward with comprehensive proposals on territory and security. As the Quartet also said in its statement, meetings in themselves will establish the trust needed for successful negotiations. And trust is key in order to return to negotiations. In this respect, we are extremely worried about the recent Israeli steps to expand settlement activity. The decision to advance the planning process on thousands of additional housing units in the settlement of Gilo and Givat Hamatos and plans to legalize illegal outposts within Israeli law undermine the trust that is needed for negotiations. They are not compatible with Road Map obligations and run counter to current Quartet efforts.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636 (2011) · source
“Germany offers its condolences to the people of Turkey on the loss of lives resulting from the massive earthquake on Sunday, and to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the passing of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud. I would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Lynn Pascoe for his briefing. Let me mention also that Germany obviously aligns itself with the statement to be delivered later on behalf of the European Union. After a long period of standstill in the Middle East peace process, there is reason to hope that the stalemate might be broken by preparatory meetings of the Quartet with the parties on 26 October. As specified by the Quartet, a first step would be to agree on an agenda and method of proceeding in the negotiations.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636 (2011) · source
“The prevention of conflicts needs to be the priority. 11-4815] To conclude, let me take this opportunity to thank all United Nations military and civilian personnel involved in past and current peacekeeping operations for their duty and to express our deepest appreciation. I thank the Indian delegation for preparing the draft presidential statement, which we fully support.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“Special protection from violence, including sexual violence, and for schools and hospitals is necessary, as stated in the recently adopted resolution 1998 (2011), as are specific approaches in the field of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration. Peacekeepers transform mandates into concrete actions on the ground and keep hope for peace alive. Clearly defined mandates, adequate resources and reliable command and control structures are crucial for successful peacekeeping. They are also crucial for a successful transition from peacekeeping to peacebuilding. Germany remains committed to all initiatives supporting more efficient and effective peacekeeping. There are no alternatives to peacekeeping operations. However, we should keep in mind that their deployment should be a last resort.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“However, it also represents a challenge with regard to the discrepancy between aspirations, also contained in mandates of the Security Council, and the reality on the ground, notably with respect to the capabilities of missions to effectively implement protection tasks. We therefore advocate strengthening the evaluation of protection measures, fostering inter- mission exchange and drawing on lessons learned more intensively. In the context of the protection of civilians, children in armed conflict deserve our special attention. They are the most vulnerable members of societies, both as victims and as coerced participants in conflicts.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“While the global commitment of trained police is high, the challenge to source sufficient numbers of police to ensure that well-trained police officers are sent to secure the sustainability of their effort remains. Thirdly, with regard to delivering on critical roles, the protection of civilians has increasingly become a yardstick for measuring the success of peacekeeping operations. That represents both an opportunity and a challenge. It is an opportunity since the protection of civilians is now widely accepted as a part of peacekeeping mandates, while respecting the primary responsibility of States to protect their civilians.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“Civilian staff have a critical role to play in the peacekeeping context as they provide political, humanitarian, human rights and leadership roles, as well as management and related administrative functions. In that context, I would like to reiterate our support for the swift implementation of the civilian capacities review. We should build on existing local capacities and the capacities of Member States and regional organizations. Internal United Nations rules and 11-4815] regulations need to be adapted in order to improve conditions for Member States that wish to support the United Nations with their civilian capacities. Police generation, however difficult, remains crucial.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“Furthermore, from the beginning, whenever possible, peacekeeping mandates should have clear benchmarks inserted and monitored in order to lay the ground for transition towards exit, based on sustainable political solutions. Partnership in peacekeeping and peacebuilding is crucial. We fully support initiatives to improve communication and to find a better system for consistently pooling information from TCCs, military experts, PCCs, the main financial contributors and other key stakeholders in peace processes. Secondly, with regard to delivery in the field, including enhanced deployment, peacekeeping requires adequate means and efficient structures. In that context, we strongly support the implementation of the global field support strategy. In reference to the deployment of staff, let me add two points on civilian staff and police.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“First, designing mandates and missions should build on an inclusive planning process, involving at an early stage a broad range of experts and potential capability providers, notably including troop- contributing countries (TCCs) and police-contributing countries (PCCs), as well as the main financial contributors. The role of corrections in peacekeeping settings should also be taken into account. A decision- making process that includes interaction with major stakeholders at an early stage could contribute to managing expectations and facilitate an effective force generation process. Such procedures are mandatory in other international organizations. To that end, the role of the Military Staff Committee should be revitalized and strengthened.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“We need a comprehensive and coherent approach. That includes the need to continually adapt preventive diplomacy, peacemaking, peacekeeping and peacebuilding to changing circumstances. In recent years, much has been achieved in terms of reforming United Nations peacekeeping, including doctrine and capability review. Building on those efforts to adapt and to strengthen effective peacekeeping, we consider it vital to continuously review and develop its key areas, in particular the design and management of missions; delivery in the field, including enhanced deployment; clarifying and delivering on critical roles; and improving mission impact and building for the future. Against that backdrop, I would like to highlight some specific aspects that are of particular concern to us in those key areas.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“Germany strongly condemns the terrorist attack against United Nations House in Abuja. We convey our heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, the Government of Nigeria and the whole United Nations family. I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his insightful briefing and you, Mr. President, for organizing today's important debate. As we all know, India is one of the countries that has most contributed to peacekeeping over many decades. Germany aligns itself with the statement to be made by the European Union observer a little later. We commend the active and useful role of the Working Group on Peacekeeping Operations in this field, and we would like to thank Ambassador ngu for her able chairmanship. Peacekeeping operations are at the heart of the United Nations role to maintain international peace and security.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“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 4.50 p.m.”
2011-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6590Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Under rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran to participate in this meeting. I wish to remind speakers to limit their statements to no more than four minutes in order to enable the Council to carry out its work expeditiously. I give the floor to the representative of Kyrgyzstan.”
2011-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6590Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Syria seems to be willing to risk an international conflict in order to divert attention from its repression of the legitimate calls for political freedom voiced by its population. Subsequent riots in the Yarmouk refugee camp indicate that Palestinian refugees have realized that they and their aspirations were manipulated and abused in this very dangerous game. The violence in Syria must stop. Imprisoned demonstrators must be freed, and instead of spreading fear, meaningful reforms must be implemented. Playing off parts of Syria's multifaceted society against each other will not work. We join in the 11-39599 Secretary-General's call to the Security Council to express itself on the situation in Syria. For us, this is long overdue.”
2011-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6572 (2011) · source