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Boubacar Diallo

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2002-01-21
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  1. “Mr. Diallo (Guinea) (spoke in French): My delegation would like first of all to thank you, Mr. President, for having convened this meeting. We would also like to thank Mr. Michael Steiner, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Kosovo, for the valuable information that he has given us. We reaffirm our support for him. We welcome Mr. Nebojsa Covie, Deputy Prime Minister of the Yugoslav constituent Republic of Serbia, and thank him for his statement. The Council's periodic consideration of the question of Kosovo allows it to assess the development of the situation on the ground and to take the necessary measures, in accordance with resolution 1244 (1999).”

    2002-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4518 (2002) · source

  2. “The question of security and that of a political settlement of the conflict are, in our opinion, indissociable. My delegation therefore asks Chairman Arafat and Prime Minister Sharon to ensure that the ceasefire is respected and to abide by the relevant Security Council resolutions. My delegation takes note of the adoption at the Beirut Arab Summit of a peace plan for the settlement of the Middle East situation in general. That plan is based on the principle of land for peace and should, in our opinion, facilitate a return to the negotiating table. In this context, our delegation will spare no effort in the process of enabling the Council to define the elements of a common action that is commensurate with the tremendous challenge that confronts us all.”

    2002-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4503 (2002) · source

  3. “Mr. Boubacar Diallo (Guinea) (spoke in French): My delegation welcomes the holding of this emergency public meeting on the grave situation in the Middle East, which the Secretary-General described in his statement and which requires no elaboration. The suicide attacks by certain Palestinian groups and the attack by the Israeli army against the headquarters of Chairman Arafat attest to the need for urgent and coordinated action on the part of the Security Council and for the unconditional implementation of resolution 1397 (2002). In this respect, the Council must, in exercising its responsibilities, reaffirm its steadfast dedication to a vision of a region in which two States - Palestine and Israel - coexist side by side within recognized and secure borders.”

    2002-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4503 (2002) · source

  4. “Michael Steiner's announcement on 18 March of the forthcoming creation of a joint Kosovo-former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia commission charged with settling the practical questions that affect the inhabitants on both sides ofthe border. We appeal to all the parties to rely on dialogue in order to arrive at a negotiated solution that will benefit all concerned. Finally, my delegation welcomes the settlement of the question of Albanian Kosovars held in the Republic of Serbia and encourages the parties to pursue various activities with a view to the full implementation ofthe Common Document.”

    2002-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4498 (2002) · source

  5. “The strengthening of cooperation among the elected representatives of Kosovo, the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and the Belgrade authorities will be a measure of confidence in future committed action. In the humanitarian area, my delegation appreciates the establishment of an inter-ethnic consortium that will take over from the World Food Programme on 31 March 2002. The six local non- governmental organizations that make up the consortium should enjoy the joint support of the international community and the elected representatives and the people of Kosovo. The question of delineating the border between Kosovo and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia deserves our attention. We welcome Mr.”

    2002-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4498 (2002) · source

  6. “We also support Special Representative of the Secretary-General Michael Steiner's efforts to organize municipal elections in September 2002. With regard to security, we welcome the entry into force of the new weapons and ammunition hand- over programme to retrieve illegally held weapons by Kosovars through a promise of amnesty. We appeal to all those concerned to cooperate in ensuring the success ofthe programme. The success of any stabilization effort in Kosovo depends on a programme of reinforcement of institutions and reconciliation, based on tolerance and mutual respect, taking into account the interests of all Kosovars.”

    2002-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4498 (2002) · source

  7. “The last two public meetings of the Council on the issue of Kosovo have enabled us to express our concerns about such pending questions as the political deadlock over the selection of a president and prime minister and the formation of a government, as well as problems linked to security and development. Today my delegation expresses its gratification at the Kosovo Assembly's appointment on 4 March of Mr. Ibrahim Rugova and Mr. Bajram Rexhepi as, respectively, President and Prime Minister of the province. That decision is an important step forward in the implementation of the relevant resolutions of the Council. We await with interest the participation of the Kosovo Serb Return Coalition (Povratak) in the Government.”

    2002-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4498 (2002) · source

  8. “Mr. Diallo (Guinea) (spoke in French): On the eve of the expiry of your country's mandate to preside over the Security Council, I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for having organized this meeting, and to tell you once again how much we appreciate the work done by your delegation. I would also like to thank Assistant Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations Hedi Annabi for the valuable information he has just given us. We would like to welcome the presence among us of Mr. Nebojsa Covie, Deputy Prime Minister of Serbia and President of the Coordination Centre of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia and the Republic of Serbia for Kosovo and Metohija. We also thank him for his statement.”

    2002-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4498 (2002) · source

  9. “For this reason, my delegation continues to believe that the United Nations has a role in the recovery of Somalia, taking into account, needless to say, the security of its personnel. My delegation believes that in the current international context, the implementation of a peace-building mission in Somalia is indispensable. Finally, my delegation is favourable to the idea of creating a committee of friends of the Secretary- General for Somalia.”

    2002-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4487 (2002) · source

  10. “That is why it is essential to reinforce the arms embargo in order put an end to their proliferation. A demobilization, disarmament and reintegration programme must be implemented as well. With regard to humanitarian concerns, my delegation is concerned at the grave situation of food shortages and appeals to the international community to mobilize resources to alleviate the suffering of the population. It is understood that it is first and foremost up to the Somalis themselves to demonstrate their wisdom by finally putting an end to the fratricidal conflict, which has gone on too long. However, it is also true that the international community can provide the impetus and continue the efforts made in this country since 1992.”

    2002-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4487 (2002) · source

  11. “That is one of the sine qua non conditions for a lasting restoration of peace. National reconciliation and the restoration of confidence cannot be achieved without the effective participation of all socio-political sensibilities in the country. One welcomes the decision of the 9th Summit of the lntergovernmental Authority on Development (lGAD) to hold a reconciliation conference to include the participation of all Somali political actors, in Nairobi in April. It is to be hoped that all those who have influence over the various actors use it to ensure their effective participation. There is no doubt that the results achieved are derisory compared to the suffering endured by the Somali population since 1991. Indeed, numerous challenges are yet to be addressed, among them the humanitarian and security problems.”

    2002-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4487 (2002) · source

  12. “Yusuf Hassan Ibrahim, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Somalia, and to thank him for his informative report during our closed meeting. The grave crisis affecting Somalia for over a decade remains a matter of great concern. The way has been prepared for national reconciliation. The Arta peace process of 2000, which fostered reconciliation among part of the Somali society and gave rise to the establishment of transitional institutions, gives reason for hope in this regard. My delegation believes that the process, recognized by the international community as the only viable foundation for a lasting and global solution to the crisis, must be fully carried out. In this regard, we consider it urgent and imperative that all parties to the conflict, political groups and factions be part of the current process.”

    2002-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4487 (2002) · source

  13. “Mr. Diallo (Guinea) (spoke in French): My delegation first wishes to thank you, Sir, for taking the initiative of convening this open meeting on Somalia, which comes just a few days after the meeting on the Ethiopian-Eritrean conflict. That initiative was a most eloquent demonstration of the interest that the Council, through your presidency, attaches to the peaceful resolution of conflicts in Africa. My delegation also wishes to express its appreciation to the Secretary- General for the wealth of detail and highly useful contents of his latest report on the situation in Somalia. We welcome the appointment of Mr. Winston Tubman as the Secretary-General's Representative for Somalia, and we assure him of our cooperation. We would also like to welcome the presence of Mr.”

    2002-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4487 (2002) · source

  14. “We encourage the donor community to continue its efforts for the urgent mobilization of the means necessary to cover the enormous humanitarian needs resulting from this fratricidal conflict. I wish to say, in conclusion, that the Guinean Government fully supports the recommendations of the Security Council mission report and wishes to express its thanks to Ambassador Kolby for the effectiveness with which he conducted the mission.”

    2002-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4485 (2002) · source

  15. “President, that your country, which has already made so many diplomatic and financial efforts to bring the two parties closer, will play a leading role in this regard. Moreover, my delegation appeals to the various actors of the peace process to further strengthen their relations with the authorities of the two countries to promote a constructive dialogue that is capable of strengthening confidence-building measures. My delegation is convinced that the effective implementation of the Algiers Agreement will not only contribute to bringing about a lasting settlement of the conflict, but will also allow, we hope, the traditional ties between the Ethiopian and Eritrean peoples to be strengthened.”

    2002-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4485 (2002) · source

  16. “But the period following the announcement of the decision could be fraught with uncertainties, and the necessary measures must be adopted to ensure that the parties meet their commitments, with a view to bringing about the peaceful completion of subsequent phases. In that regard, a mechanism is quickly needed to facilitate the demining of the area so that the Boundary Commission can proceed without delay to the demarcation and delimitation of the border. While the demining operation falls under the responsibility of the two States, it seems clear that, due to a lack of financial resources, it cannot be carried out effectively without outside assistance. We believe that this task must be entrusted to the United Nations Mission in Ethiopia and Eritrea (UNMEE), on the basis of the "no exit without strategy" principle. We are convinced, Mr.”

    2002-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4485 (2002) · source

  17. “Mr. Diallo (Guinea) (spoke in French): Your presence here today, Mr. Minister, once again reflects your country's continued great interest in questions affecting the African continent. My delegation is very pleased to see you presiding over this meeting on the situation between Eritrea and Ethiopia, and even more so because your country and you yourself have devoted special attention to addressing the crisis there. My delegation welcomes the many efforts that have been made towards a fair settlement of the conflict. We are duly awaiting the forthcoming announcement of the decision of the independent Boundary Commission, which is responsible for demarcation of the border between the two countries. We welcome recent statements by the two parties reaffirming that that decision will be final and binding.”

    2002-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4485 (2002) · source

  18. “That is why my delegation suggests organizing an international donors' conference, preferably before the declaration of independence. Such a meeting would mobilize resources and direct them to programmes that have been previously selected. My delegation supports the Secretary-General's initiative underlining that international assistance for East Timor must be transformed as quickly as possible into a more normal formula for development aid. In conclusion, my delegation approves the recommendation on the extension of UNTAET's mandate as indicated in paragraph 104 of the report. We await with interest the Secretary-General's proposals for UNTAET'S successor mission after independence.”

    2002-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4462 (2002) · source

  19. “My delegation supports the provisions of section III of the report on UNTAET's successor mission. We especially endorse paragraph 75 of the report and urge the international community to consolidate past achievements by providing the necessary support of financial and human resources. We welcome the fact that planning by the Integrated Mission Task Force continues at Headquarters and by integrated planning teams in the field. Coordination between these teams will make it possible to elaborate strategies guaranteeing a better follow-up by the United Nations Mission after independence. The drafting of laws and the establishment of democratic institutions is one thing. Respect for them is quite another. Progress towards democracy can be strengthened only through solid educational programmes for the East Timorese.”

    2002-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4462 (2002) · source

  20. “However, vigilance and deterrence measures must be maintained and reinforced. With regard to violence against women and children, my delegation supports the proposal on multisectoral interventions. We think that such interventions could, within a complementary framework, be coordinated by the Division for the Advancement of Women of the United Nations Secretariat, the United Nations Children's Fund and the United Nations Development Fund for Women. The establishment in September 2001 of the Planning Commission is an excellent initiative. It should speed up the completion of the final version of the National Development Plan. The international community's support is essential for the formulation of a Land and Property Code, which will enable the settlement of legal disputes and encourage investment.”

    2002-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4462 (2002) · source

  21. “We encourage the continuation of this dialogue in order to reach a final settlement of all the problems that have not been resolved. In this respect, my delegation anticipates with interest the results of the high-level meetings planned for February 2002. My delegation expresses the wish that the presidential elections and the declaration of independence, to take place in April and May 2002 respectively, be carried out peacefully and democratically. My delegation also greatly appreciates the actions taken to find a solution to humanitarian problems, particularly with regard to refugees. In this respect, we welcome the establishment of the Commission for Reception, Truth and Reconciliation, which must be supported. With regard to security, we note with satisfaction that reported crime remains low.”

    2002-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4462 (2002) · source

  22. “Ramos-Horta, Senior Minister for Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of East Timor, who is one of the tireless architects of the East Timorese people's struggle for self-determination. The positive outcome in resolving the issue of East Timor is to the credit of the international community as a whole, and specifically the United Nations. The efforts undertaken in the political, economic, social, security and humanitarian areas are, in the View of my delegation, invaluable and should be encouraged. Regarding the political aspect, my delegation welcomes the discussion and approval of most of the new draft constitution, and hopes that the discussion will be concluded on time in order to enable its final adoption. We appreciate the dialogue under way between East Timor, Indonesia and UNTAET.”

    2002-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4462 (2002) · source

  23. “Mr. Diallo (Guinea) (spoke in French): I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for having organized this meeting on the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET), whose success is cause for satisfaction for the international community. I take this opportunity to express our appreciation to the Secretary-General for the high quality of his report and to pay due tribute to Mr. Vieira de Mello for the work he has accomplished within UNTAET. My delegation welcomes the presence here at the start of the meeting of Mr. John Howard, Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Australia, whose country has made a substantial contribution to the maintenance of peace and stability in East Timor. I would also like to welcome Mr.”

    2002-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4462 (2002) · source

  24. “In conclusion, my delegation reaffirms its support for the implementation of the provisions of Security Council resolution 1244 (1999). The Republic of Guinea will spare no effort in making its modest contribution to the accomplishment of the duty that every one of us is called on to fulfil.”

    2002-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4454 (2002) · source

  25. “My delegation encourages the initiatives for negotiations undertaken by UNMIK and other actors and calls upon the various pillars to cooperate more for the sake of the future of the province. The question of security and freedom of movement for minorities remains a great concern, and that is why the efforts of UNMIK and KFOR should be strengthened. Efforts to create a climate of security are contingent on the effective implementation of a programme for reconciliation based on tolerance and mutual respect. We urge all the parties to persevere in finding solutions to the humanitarian issues in the province. The signing of the Common Document, which sets out in detail a number of concerns and common interests, is very encouraging in this regard.”

    2002-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4454 (2002) · source

  26. “It also sent a strong signal to the entire region that in the peaceful settlement of conflict elections are more important than weapons. My delegation welcomes the inauguration, on 10 December 2001, of the Kosovo Assembly and the election of its President, Mr. Nexhet Daci. We are also gratified that 35 of the 120 seats in the Assembly were won by minority parties, which, under the Constitution, will assume a responsibility in the future management of the province. The various measures taken for a progressive transfer of power to the provincial authorities are also to be commended. These actions must be supported fully by the international community. The difficulties related to the election of the President of Kosovo and the formation of the Government arise from the need to form a coalition among the various parties.”

    2002-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4454 (2002) · source

  27. “The declaration of the Constitutional Framework for provisional Government, and the signing on 5 November of a Common Document between the Government of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia and the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK), as well as the success of the legislative election on 17 November 2001, are some of these achievements. This is an opportunity for my delegation to pay a well-deserved tribute to the former Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Hans Haekkerup, and the other members of UNMIK for their work. We also welcome the Secretary-General's decision to appoint a successor to Mr. Haekkerup, and we encourage him to pursue the work begun by his predecessor. The calm atmosphere that characterized the legislative elections is a sure harbinger of the democratic development of Kosovo.”

    2002-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4454 (2002) · source

  28. “Mr. Diallo (Guinea) (spoke in French): The inclusion of the question of Kosovo on the Council's agenda during the first month of the year reflects, in the opinion of my delegation, our constant concern and determination to deepen our consideration and pursue actions undertaken in the context of the implementation of the provisions of resolution 1244 (1999). In this context, my delegation appreciates the quality of the Secretary-General's report on the evolution of the situation in Kosovo over the past three months. We would also like to thank Mr. Jean-Marie Guehenno, Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, for the valuable information he has provided on recent events in Kosovo. It goes without saying that the year 2001 was marked by major events that have had a positive effect on the province as a whole.”

    2002-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4454 (2002) · source