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Boubacar Diallo

lines on the record: 178
first: 2002-01-21
most recent: 2003-12-04
sittings or episodes: 36
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“One of those, and not the least important, is the reluctance, indeed the refusal on the part of the Forces nationales de liberation (FNL) of Agathon Rwasa to join the peace process. In that connection, I would like to hear the views of Deputy President Zuma about the best approach for encouraging the FNL to change its attitude. Indeed, in his statement he did address the preconditions it has set to definitively join in the process. In conclusion, my delegation believes there is no way to re-establish peace in Burundi without first strengthening the presence of the African mission there, with a View to replacing it quickly by a robust and credible United Nations force.”
2003-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4876 (2003) · source
“Mr. Diallo (Guinea) (spoke in French): On behalf of my delegation, I would like to thank Deputy President Zuma of South Africa for his very comprehensive and relevant account of the situation in Burundi, in his capacity as facilitator. We would also like to thank the President of the Economic and Social Council, who explained the role of that body in strengthening peace in Burundi. Remarkable progress has without a doubt been made over the last year, and particularly in the past two months in terms of a return to some normality in the country. The African Union through its Mission and the United Nations through its office in Bujumbura, along with other partners, have all made their contribution to this progress, but we must recognize there are still dangers ahead that we must try to avoid.”
2003-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4876 (2003) · source
“In conclusion, we appeal to the States of the region to maintain their efforts to eliminate threats to peace and security by pursuing their courageous, essential and often painful efforts to promote human rights, combat impunity, reorganize their judiciary systems and liberalize their economies, especially along the borders.”
2003-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4871 (2003) · source
“A regional approach to recovery must be further consolidated and supported by an international mechanism for assistance. We believe that a common multidisciplinary structure with sufficient resources would best meet the needs of the region. We note with interest the Secretary-General's intention to appoint a special envoy for Central Africa to address political issues and relations with the United Nations system and to support with concrete measures the capacities of the Economic Community of Central African States and other existing mechanisms. We also welcome the thorough review requested by the Secretary-General of the programmes of the United Nations with a View to enhancing their effectiveness and coherence.”
2003-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4871 (2003) · source
“The Central African Republic is pursuing, albeit not without problems, the crucial process of national reconciliation. The recent agreement between the Government of Burundi and the Forces pour la defense de la democratie is part of that same dynamic of peace. Such considerable progress follows on the success in Angola, which suffered many years of conflict and their incalculable consequences. Thus, the prospects for political change in Central Africa are good. That is why we believe it necessary, if these prospects are to be realized, to maintain and strengthen the international partnership with the region. My delegation believes that the efforts of the States of the region undoubtedly reflect their political will to build a secure environment conducive to development.”
2003-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4871 (2003) · source
“Illicit arms and drug trafficking and the proliferation of militias are just some of the elements that rightly put peace and security at the very heart of the concerns of the States of the region. According to some estimates, seven of 11 countries are either in conflict or in post-conflict situations. To deal with security problems in general, Central Africa now has the Protocol on the Council for Peace and Security and the Mutual Assistance Pact, signed in Malabo on 24 February 2000. We are pleased to see that the countries of the region have increasingly committed themselves in recent months to the peaceful settlement of their disputes. I wish to note a few examples of this. In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Government of National Unity and Transition is addressing the urgent tasks of recovery.”
2003-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4871 (2003) · source
“Mr. Diallo (Guinea) (spoke in French): This meeting on the situation in Central Africa, in connection with the report of the multidisciplinary assessment mission, is extremely timely. It complements the views and observations we heard just four days ago, on 20 November, on the situation in the Great Lakes region, of which several countries of Central Africa are part. I should like to compliment the Secretary-General on the high quality of his report before us and to thank Mr. Kalomoh for introducing it. The report clearly shows that the situation in Central Africa is made extremely unstable by local, external and transborder issues; the solution to which will require a regional approach.”
2003-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4871 (2003) · source
“The effective participation of all the protagonists in the ongoing peace process and the reintegration of former combatants are priorities, in order to reach a final settlement of the conflict. In that context, we are also convinced of the crucial need to ensure the economic development of the island, without which peace cannot be a sustainable reality. That is why we reiterate our appeal to the donor community to become more fully involved for the economic and social development of Bougainville. In conclusion, my delegation would like to express its appreciation to UNPOB for the tangible results achieved in implementing the Bougainville Peace Agreement. Finally, we encourage the civilian Transition Team in its efforts to restore peace and stability.”
2003-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4805 (2003) · source
“We are particularly pleased to emphasize the importance of having concluded stage II, which is crucial to the future of the island inasmuch as it opens the way to the constitutional process that should lead to autonomy. The report on that subject, officially submitted to the Government of Papua New Guinea by the Head of UNPOB on 29 July, makes clear reference to this. In addition, the recent deployment to Bougainville of a civilian Transition Team after the departure of the Peace Monitoring Group is to be welcomed because it signals a short-term settlement of the question of Bougainville and the cessation of UNPOB activities in December 2003, in accordance with the Council's earlier decision. While we should be pleased with the progress made, my delegation believes that there are still important challenges to be addressed.”
2003-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4805 (2003) · source
“Mr. Boubacar Diallo (Guinea) (spoke in French): I wish at the outset to express my delegation's appreciation to you, Mr. President, for organizing this open meeting. It demonstrates well the Council's interest in the question of Bougainville. Like other speakers, I too would like to thank Ambassador Noel Sinclair, Head of the United Nations Political Office in Bougainville (UNPOB), for his briefing on recent developments in implementing the Bougainville Peace Agreement. My delegation welcomes with satisfaction those recent developments, which confirm the hope aroused by the progress made in implementing stage II of the weapons disposal plan, of which we spoke here last March.”
2003-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4805 (2003) · source
“The second operative paragraph, which calls on the parties to work with the United Nations and with each other towards acceptance and implementation of the Peace plan, fits into that dynamic process. Once again, we would like to reiterate our sincere gratitude to the Secretary-General and to his Personal Envoy, Mr. James Baker, for their tireless efforts to find a solution to this question. We encourage them to continue in their lofty task.”
2003-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4801 (2003) · source
“Mr. Boubacar Diallo (Guinea) (spoke in French): My delegation would like to express its satisfaction at the unanimous adoption of resolution 1495 (2003) on the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO), which reaffirms, if there were need to do so, the shared concern of the Council to preserve its unity and credibility. The compromise that we have achieved following difficult negotiations opens the way to a new and dynamic process that will allow the parties involved to engage in negotiations designed to achieve a just, lasting and mutually acceptable solution to the question of the Western Sahara. It is also a sign of the continuation of constructive dialogue aimed at achieving a political solution, which clearly will assist in peace-building and in consolidating solidarity throughout the Maghreb region.”
2003-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4801 (2003) · source
“We are convinced that the mission that the Security Council will dispatch to Afghanistan and Pakistan from 31 October to 8 November - its terms of reference have already been agreed on - will be an opportunity to fine-tune our strategy to that end.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“We wish to recall that, notwithstanding the commendable efforts made, the international community is still not safe from the deadly attacks of Al Qaeda, the Taliban and their associates. This situation should be taken seriously, because, through the pernicious means that they use and the dangerous ideology that they spread, they are determined to stop at nothing. by fully taking advantage of the weak links of the system, They are still capable of organizing operations that do great damage to international peace and security. The only valid weapon in these circumstances lies in an ongoing international effort, increased cooperation at all levels, better exchange of information and greater coordination of our actions.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“For us, the best way to end that illicit and harmful supply is to better coordinate the efforts of the international community for increased surveillance of international borders. Furthermore, the threat posed by the ability of Al Qaeda to acquire and use weapons of mass destruction should not be ignored. Special action should be taken to strengthen control over the nuclear safety regime, as well as to strengthen legislation relating to the manufacture, stockpiling and use of biological and chemical products. In conclusion, my delegation wishes to emphasize the importance of strengthening the working relationship between the 1267 Committee and the 1373 Committee, whose complementarity, which has been pointed out by Ambassador Mufioz, should give impetus to our common struggle against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“The world identification system including biometric data in travel documents, recently adopted by the International Civil Aviation Organization, is an innovation that should be used worldwide. My delegation notes that, since the adoption and the implementation of the arms embargo, the 1267 Committee has not been advised of any attempts by individuals or entities referred to in Security Council resolutions to violate or circumvent the embargo. The facts on the ground indicate, however, that Al Qaeda, the Taliban and their associates still have well organized networks for procuring weapons and explosives when the need arises. Witness, for example, the intensification of deadly attacks against the coalition force in Afghanistan.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“Also, in order to expand the list, we urge Member States to communicate the names of persons or entities recruited or trained for terrorist purposes. My delegation wishes to recall that the point of the travel ban is to limit the movement of members of Al Qaeda and the Taliban and of individuals associated with them. However, we must recognize that the latter remain mobile and that they continue, despite everything, to prepare and to carry out terrorist attacks in several countries, often using assumed identities. To check that situation, Member States must increase information exchange and adopt new techniques for the easy identification of those individuals and thus to block their activities.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“We all need to combat those phenomena seriously if we want to help dry up this network's supply sources. While rules regarding the travel ban are familiar to all Member States, experience demonstrates that use of the United Nations consolidated list continues to pose a number of problems. That is why we believe that it needs to be made more accurate, be supplemented and be updated. To do that, my delegation believes - as was also stressed in the Monitoring Group report - that new minimum identification data should be added, greater attention should be paid to the submission of names, and the position of titles in names that appear in the section on the Taliban should be modified. We believe that the information that the Afghan Transitional Authority has promised to provide will be very useful.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“That also certainly explains why Al Qaeda is always in a position to conduct its policy of indoctrination, recruitment and deployment to undertake terrorist actions everywhere in the world. In order to remedy the situation, we appeal to all Member States to sign and ratify the International Convention for the Suppression of the Financing of Terrorism, increase their efforts to identify and freeze the assets of Al Qaeda donors and sympathizers and implement the measures necessary to combat money- laundering. International drug trafficking is another significant source of financing for Al Qaeda activities, which, according to the report of the Monitoring Group, brought in more than $6 billion in 2002. It has also been proven that Al Qaeda uses contraband and traffic in mineral resources from conflict areas to increase its financial assets.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“The adoption by several Member States of laws, rules and procedures to identify and to combat more effectively the financing systems of Al Qaeda are significant points of progress, due basically to the greater vigilance of Governments and banking establishments and other financial institutions, as well as to the gradual development of a better network for information and information exchange. That process should be strengthened. Notwithstanding that relative success, my delegation considers that much remains to be done to eliminate the Al Qaeda supply lines. Apart from the fact that several of its financing sources remain to be identified, there is no doubt that that organization is increasingly using informal mechanisms, such as hawala and other parallel types of payment, to make its operations more diffuse.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“Clearly, the arrest of key members of Usama bin Laden's command team has harmed the operational capacity of Al Qaeda and has made it possible to obtain useful information about how it functions. However, those facts should not make us forget that the network still has sufficient resources to rebuild itself and consequently to conduct devastating targeted attacks. The attacks in Casablanca and Riyadh, among others, are there for us to recall, should we need to.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“This meeting is another opportunity to assess progress made in implementing the measures imposed by the Security Council against Al Qaeda, the Taliban and associated persons and entities. I need not recall that those measures include the freezing of financial and economic assets, the travel ban and the arms embargo. My delegation welcomes the notable success made in combating Al Qaeda since last April. That success includes the arrest of some of its main leaders, the establishment of new means and mechanisms to attack the financial base of the network, improvement of the consolidated list, and the submission by certain Member States of their reports on the implementation of relevant Security Council resolutions.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“Mr. Diallo (Guinea) (spoke in French): Allow me at the outset to associate myself with the previous speakers in welcoming Ambassador Sir Emyr Jones Parry, the new Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom, and to assure him of our sincere desire to cooperate. I also wish to convey to Ambassador Heraldo Munoz of Chile, Chairman of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999), my delegation's appreciation for his detailed briefing on the quarterly review of the work done by the Committee and its Monitoring Group, as well as on the future programme of work. Finally, I wish to express our gratitude to the members of the Monitoring Group for their resolve in discharging their mandate and for the outstanding results they have achieved.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“I would also mention the adoption by the Council of Ministers of a draft amnesty law to be considered early next month at a special session of the National Assembly. My delegation believes that meeting the challenges confronting the people of Cote d'Ivoire involves all of us: the people of Cote d'Ivoire, the people of the subregion and us at the international level. We must acknowledge that achieving this joint mission is primarily up to the parties in Cote d'Ivoire themselves. Everyone must work towards peace and national reconciliation, the path towards which has now been charted. The international community has great expectations for the final restoration of normalcy and stability in Cote d'Ivoire, a country in which, regardless of background, every member of the civilian population will be reconciled for the sake of all.”
2003-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4793 (2003) · source
“Nevertheless, we must acknowledge that the tasks still to be accomplished are both enormous and decisive, and that much sacrifice must still be made. There can be no doubt that the restoration of lasting peace in Cote d'Ivoire, as well as its economic recovery, depend on completing those tasks. In carrying out that historic mission, each actor will be judged according to his contribution. Despite a number of differences on several key issues, there is reason for hope given the progress that has already been made. In that regard, I would like to mention the progress mentioned by Prime Minister Seydou Elimane Diarra, especially the joint declaration of 4 July announcing the end of the war made by the Forces armees de Cote d'Ivoire and the Forces nouvelles.”
2003-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4793 (2003) · source
“Albert Tevoedjre, Special Representative of the Secretary- General. As a neighbouring country, Guinea is pleased to note the gradual return of normalcy in cote d'Ivoire after many months of serious instability. That positive development was possible due to the political will of all parties, as well as the sustained support of the international community. Despite the complexity and sensitive nature of the conflict in cote d'Ivoire, we are fortunate to have been able to count on the timely and positive involvement of France and the Economic Community of West African States in providing a successful solution to the crisis. Those efforts should be continued for the sake of the people of Cote d'Ivoire.”
2003-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4793 (2003) · source
“This meeting on the situation in Cote d'Ivoire is a further welcome step towards supporting the peace process in that friendly country since the signing of the Linas-Marcoussis Agreement. I would like to welcome the presence here today of the important delegation from Cote d'Ivoire, which is headed by Prime Minister Seydou Elimane Diarra. I wish to extend to him our gratitude for the informative briefing he has just given us on the achievements that have been made, in particular since the establishment of the Government of National Reconciliation. Those achievements must be fully supported. I would also like to thank the authorities of C6te d'Ivoire for the warm reception they extended to the Security Council mission during its recent visit to West Africa. I would also like to welcome the presence here today of Mr.”
2003-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4793 (2003) · source
“Mr. Diallo (Guinea) (spoke in French): As this is Ambassador Greenstock's last Security Council meeting in his capacity as the Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom, I would like, before I address the issue under consideration, to convey to Ambassador Greenstock my delegation's gratitude for his invaluable contribution to the success of our work. His constant presence, sense of moderation and many talents have had a special impact on our deliberations by helping us to work our way out of difficult situations on numerous occasions. In particular, I would like to commend the momentum he has brought to the work of the Counter-Terrorism Committee. His example should be emulated.”
2003-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4793 (2003) · source
“Guinea, which has always opposed terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, will continue to make its contribution to this joint undertaking.”
2003-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4792 (2003) · source
“We also note with interest the establishment of cooperation between the Counter-Terrorism Committee and the Committee established by resolution 1267 (1999), which share many interests. We believe all United Nations terrorism policies should be implemented in a coordinated and consistent manner. In the same vein, it is essential that we harmonize the efforts of the Ad Hoc Committee established by General Assembly resolution 51/210, the Committee established by resolution 1267 (1999), the Counter-Terrorism Committee and the Policy Working Group on the United Nations and Terrorism. Finally, I wish to emphasize the success achieved in the context of combating terrorism. That success uniquely illustrates the fact that the international community has the will to live up to its responsibilities.”
2003-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4792 (2003) · source
“However, we must pay more attention to this matter, which means greater involvement by the Committee to ensure better coordination. In another area, my delegation would like to emphasize the need to strengthen legislation and national mechanisms and to ratify the various international instruments on terrorism. The welcome increase in countries acceding to those instruments should be followed up. For its part, my country very recently ratified the International Convention for the Suppression of the Financing of Terrorism and the Convention on the Marking of Plastic Explosives for the Purpose of Detection. My delegation is more convinced than ever that combating terrorism is a long-term challenge in which success will depend on our continued solidarity.”
2003-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4792 (2003) · source
“This substantial work has been made possible thanks, among other things, to the ability and perseverance of the Committee, working through its subcommittees and experts. We must now give further thought to the reasons why some countries are late in submitting their reports, in order that we can come up with appropriate solutions. We are pleased with the continued cooperation between the Committee and international, regional and subregional organizations. We hope that the outcome of the follow-up meeting with the Organization of American States, which is to be held in Washington next October, will make it possible to strengthen that cooperation, which is essential to eradicating terrorism. The issue of assistance is also a crucial element. Designing a register and matrix in this field is encouraging.”
2003-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4792 (2003) · source
“Mr. Diallo (Guinea) (spoke in French): This meeting provides Member States with an opportunity once again to voice their views on the thorny issue of terrorism as a threat to international peace and security. I would like to take this opportunity to convey to the President, in his capacity as the Chairman of the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC), the appreciation of my delegation for his presentation of the Committee's report and the eighth programme of work, of which we have taken note. I should also say once again how grateful our delegation is to the Chairman, the other members of the Committee and the Committee's support staff for the quality and quantity of work carried out in the area of transparency. The submission by all Member States of their initial reports is something we should take note of.”
2003-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4792 (2003) · source
“We take note of the initial steps that have been taken, but it is clear that Iraq will need the assistance and expertise of the United Nations and of the international financial institutions in order to move to a market economy. This means that there must be a joint, long-term undertaking that focuses first of all on the establishment of an appropriate institutional and legal framework. In conclusion, we would like to say that Iraq, which is currently at a crossroads, represents a tremendous undertaking that will require, in addition to the will and the efforts of its people, the continuing support of the international community support. There is no doubt that such a synergy will enable Iraq soon to put an end to recent nightmares and to regain its place in the community of nations.”
2003-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4791 (2003) · source
“Given that situation, we urge the donor community to ensure that the financial resources pledged at the revised Humanitarian Appeal on 23 June last be made available as soon as possible, so as to meet the basic needs of the people. We would like to thank the United Nations system and to non-governmental organizations working on the ground for the significant contribution they have made to improving the living conditions of Iraqis. We believe also that the reintegration of refugees, some 400,000 of whom are abroad, and of displaced persons, whose number is estimated at 1 million, are yet another topic to which we should devote our full attention. We agree also that the cumulative impact of wars, international sanctions and a policy whereby the State was in total control have seriously damaged the Iraqi economy.”
2003-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4791 (2003) · source
“As we know, insecurity persists, inter alia because of the uncontrolled circulation of all kinds of weapons and because of the current legal vacuum, to which urgent solutions must be found. We believe that the many human rights violations of the past three decades justify the adoption of appropriate measures so that light can be shed on what has happened. We believe that this would help to promote national reconciliation and to lay the foundations for lasting development in Iraq. As the report indicates, the serious humanitarian situation of the Iraqi people must be dealt with. Past sufferings and current day-to-day difficulties have increased the people's vulnerability.”
2003-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4791 (2003) · source
“The establishment of the interim Governing Council on 13 July last is part of that approach, and it is encouraging. The establishment of a constitutional commission charged with drafting a constitution supported by all Iraqis is an equally important aspect of the process that is now under way. However important all of these goals are, they cannot be attained unless there is an appropriately supportive environment. The overall insecurity in the country is a source of major concern to my delegation in this connection. Unless there is an atmosphere of reliable security, no efforts can be carried out successfully. Moreover, the effectiveness of the contribution of the United Nations depends totally on such an atmosphere of security.”
2003-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4791 (2003) · source
“The report before us - a very comprehensive one - makes clear the scope and the difficulty of the task entrusted to the United Nations under paragraph 24 of resolution 1483 (2003). My delegation would like in particular to note the excellent work done in bringing together the various sectors of Iraqi society with a View to ensuring a smooth political transition, promoting respect for human rights, strengthening humanitarian assistance and helping in economic reconstruction in Iraq. As we see it, the establishment of a broadly representative interim Government is one of the top priorities. We would therefore urge Iraqis of all orientations and all persuasions to work together to prepare a broad political programme in which they all can be involved.”
2003-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4791 (2003) · source
“Mr. Boubacar Diallo (Guinea) (spoke in French): First of all, Madam, I should like to say how pleased my delegation is to see you presiding over this meeting. I should like also to thank the Secretary- General for agreeing to devote some of his valuable time to attending today's meeting, as well as for his very interesting introductory statement. I should like also to welcome Mr. Sergio Vieira de Mello, Special Representative of the Secretary- General for Iraq, and to convey to him our deep appreciation for the commitment and competence with which he has been carrying out his delicate mission since he was appointed on 27 May last. We would like also to thank Mr. Adnan Pachachi, Mr. Ahmad Chalabi and Ms. Aqeela Al-Hashemi for attending this very important meeting.”
2003-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4791 (2003) · source
“If it is to untangle that web, the international community has no choice but to assist the Congolese people in their quest for national harmony, stability and development. What is at stake here is the future of peace in the subregion, in Africa and throughout the world.”
2003-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4790 (2003) · source
“In conclusion, I should like to emphasize that, over and above the efforts of the Congolese people - efforts backed by a genuine will to succeed - the cooperation of neighbouring States will be indispensable for the ultimate restoration of peace in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Without their understanding and political will, the many efforts that are being made will not succeed. That is why my delegation would like once again urgently to appeal to them to make the best possible use of their positive influence to contribute to the realization of that objective. There is no doubt that the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is a complex web and that it has many ramifications.”
2003-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4790 (2003) · source
“That situation, which is very damaging to the unity and integrity of the country, has further served to unravel the social fabric and weaken central authority. It is urgently necessary to reverse that trend and thereby allow the Congolese people to regain sovereignty over their national resources. My delegation would like to thank Ambassador Kassem and his team; their insight and skill have helped to reveal the mechanisms by means of which such plunder has occurred. We encourage them to continue their activities, and await with interest their mid-term assessment, which, we are sure, will shed new light on this issue.”
2003-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4790 (2003) · source
“In this connection, the draft resolution already negotiated at the expert level should by adopted by the Council as soon as possible, as that will facilitate the transition, under conditions of security and in a timely manner, from the multinational force to the second MONUC task force. The illegal exploitation of natural resources is another very important aspect of the climate of violence that has prevailed to date in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. A victim of insatiable greed, the country has been subjected to systematic dismemberment by armed movements and groups that have bled it dry. Apart from the economic profits generated for these groups, this has led to the balkanization of the territory and the consequent strengthening of the influence of such groups, which have thereby consolidated their political domination.”
2003-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4790 (2003) · source
“To that end, it is our duty to contribute to the establishment of the necessary institutional framework. Furthermore, the decision of the Security Council to send the Interim Emergency Multinational Force to Bunia has proved to be a wise and effective one, as the presence of that Force on the ground has, at the very least, made it possible to restore calm and reassure the population. In order to consolidate that action and expand the Force throughout the territory, my delegation shares the view that the troops of the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUC) should be strengthened and provided with a more robust mandate. The information provided earlier by Mr. Guehenno further strengthens that conviction.”
2003-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4790 (2003) · source
“The effective implementation of the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programme, in which priority must be given to the problem of child soldiers, is thus of major importance and cannot be ignored. This must be accompanied by appropriate arms-control measures. Furthermore, we cannot remain silent in the face of the numerous violations of human rights and international humanitarian law - massacres, rape and other atrocities - committed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, particularly in the north-eastern part of the country. We believe that there can be no definitive peace in the country if impunity is tolerated, whether overtly or covertly. Such violations must be the subject of intensive investigation, so that the sponsors of such crimes and those who perpetrated them are punished to the fullest extent of the law.”
2003-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4790 (2003) · source
“Neither tribal nor ethnic considerations, neither political affinities nor regional factionalism, can take precedence over the highest interests of the country." While welcoming such significant progress, we would like to remind the Council that the journey ahead will be long and rife with hidden dangers. The Congolese people have not yet completed their arduous task and, with the support of the international community, must work to meet those challenges. My delegation believes that one of those challenges will be the dismantling of the armed groups, whose pernicious actions, as we are all well aware, have contributed to the fragmentation of the country.”
2003-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4790 (2003) · source
“That important event was followed by the swearing-in of the four Vice- Presidents, with the swearing-in of the other members of the new Government team being expected tomorrow. This is a clear demonstration of the will of the Congolese people to reconcile their differences and forget the bitterness of the past so that, together, they can devote their energy to building a homogeneous and strong nation that can take charge of its own destiny. Furthermore, that demonstration of will fully reflects the vision of President Kabila, who recently stated: "The elements and entities utilized in the context of the inter-Congolese dialogue are now a part of the past. Since we are embarking upon a process of transition, such labels must disappear.”
2003-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4790 (2003) · source
“I would also like to take this opportunity to express my delegation's gratitude to Mr. Amos Namanga Ngongi for his informative statement and for the effective manner in which he guided the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUC) during a particularly difficult period replete with challenges. The holding of this meeting 10 days after the session devoted to the human rights situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo illustrates our shared concern and determination to find a speedy and lasting solution to the fratricidal conflict that has ravaged that country for several years now. The date of 30 June 2003, which is a key day in the country's political development, marked the official announcement of the membership of the Transitional Government of National Unity.”
2003-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4790 (2003) · source
“Mr. Boubacar Diallo (Guinea) (spoke in French): I would first of all like to welcome the presence in the Chamber of the Secretary-General. His presence here reaffirms, if indeed there was a need for such reassurance, the great importance he attaches to our debate today. Like previous speakers, allow me also to convey my delegation's appreciation to Mr. Jean-Marie Guehenno, Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, for the comprehensive briefing he has just given us on the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. I would also like to convey our gratitude to Mr. Javier Solana, Secretary-General and High Representative for the Common Foreign and Security Policy of the European Union, who has just returned from a visit to Central Africa, for his extremely informative statement, which my delegation has listened to closely.”
2003-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4790 (2003) · source
“In conclusion, in connection with the question asked by the delegation of Pakistan, I would like to ask what practical medium- and long-term measures are envisaged by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights in order to contribute to ensuring that there is no impunity for these numerous human rights violations?”
2003-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4784 (2003) · source