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Boukadoum

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first: 2014-04-28
most recent: 2019-02-27
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“How can we improve the efficiency of the United Nations system, and specifically of the Security Council, while always bearing in mind the goals, purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations, that all of us deem profoundly valid? The rule of law, openness, democracy, dialogue, peaceful settlement of disputes and the very principles enshrined in the first article of the Charter should be the guiding rod. How can we use these reflections to define the operative tracks for the next 70 years of the Organization? One cannot ignore the fact that unfulfilled promises and unaddressed expectations might undermine the confidence of the whole world in the United Nations.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“Seventy years have gone by since the inception of the United Nations, but while its methods have barely evolved, the world has in the meantime undergone a complete metamorphosis. In addition to the long-standing, everlasting threats to international peace and security, other challenges of a different nature are putting pressure on an already overburdened Security Council agenda. Terrorism in its different forms, threats of genocide and diseases that know no borders are hindering the security of nations and the safety of citizens. Needless to say, the pitiless shadow of continuous and perilous conflicts and the threat of weapons of mass destruction still cast a baneful shadow over the whole of humankind. We believe that the questions to be addressed are the following ones.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“I would like to thank China for convening this open debate on such a consequential issue that is directly linked to our commitments to the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations. I commend your initiative and thank you, Mr. President, for the concept note (S/2015/87, annex) that has defined the areas to be explored in that context. Algeria obviously aligns itself with the statement to be made on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement by our colleague from Iran, and I would like to add the following comments. Algeria is ofthe firm view that it is high time for the United Nations to reflect on how the Organization and the Security Council should adhere more efficiently to their mandate, missions and the great expectations that the Charter and the community of nations have placed on their shoulders.”
2015-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7389 (2015) · source
“In that regard, my country is ready to cooperate and address this issue in its broader framework within the General Assembly setting and alongside the High-level Panel on Peacekeeping Operations.”
2014-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7351 (2014) · source
“The Secretary-General has noted in his report on the progress made in the implementation of the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy, there has been little counter-terrorism expertise available to United Nations peacekeeping operations and special political missions that operate in areas where terrorism is often a core challenge, such as in the Sahel, and asked Member States, when reviewing the Strategy, to consider how they might provide expertise as part of their contribution to United Nations peacekeeping operations and special political missions. Accordingly, we believe that an overall assessment ofthe United Nations must be addressed by the General Assembly and the relevant United Nations bodies that deal with the corresponding cross-cutting issues in a holistic manner.”
2014-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7351 (2014) · source
“The Centre is an important partner of the United Nations entities in charge of the fight against terrorism, including the strengthening of African countries' national capacities and in coordinating and implementing subregional and regional projects. Today the vast majority of United Nations peace operations are deployed in situations of domestic political crisis, complicated by difficult humanitarian and socioeconomic circumstances and exacerbated by the presence of terrorist organizations that are prepared to take advantage of any institutional vacuum or default. Under this undesirable scenario, peaceful States could become failed States.”
2014-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7351 (2014) · source
“Among the other initiatives to be pursued in support of its member States, the African Union called in a communique issued on 2 September for the holding of a high-level meeting of member States on the issue of the financing of terrorism, with a view to identifying practical measures to address this problem more effectively. My country has offered to host such a high-level meeting. It is also worth noting the important work done by the African Centre for the Study and Research on Terrorism, based in Algiers, which has made a crucial contribution, inter alia, to preparing an African draft model law to combat terrorism.”
2014-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7351 (2014) · source
“Algeria's efforts to combat terrorism and improve regional and international awareness and cooperation in that regard predates the manifestation of major acts of international terrorism. My country has sought from the beginning to strengthen efforts against terrorism at the African level and, as a result, many instruments and initiatives have emerged and today are playing a standard role in enhancing the effectiveness of the African response in this field. In that respect, I would recall the establishment of the African Police Cooperation Organization (AFRIPOL), adopted last June and aimed at enhancing inter-State police cooperation so as to address the various challenges related to transnational crime. AF RIPOL should be fully operational next year.”
2014-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7351 (2014) · source
“Within the countries of the Sahel, Algeria has engaged in a concerted approach through many cooperation mechanisms, such as the so-called countries of the field or the working group on the Sahel, co-Chaired by Algeria and Canada under the Global Counterterrorism Forum, and also with the Joint Operational General Staff Committee - known by its French acronym, CEMOC - the Fusion and Liaison Unit and many other forums. We believe that such forums make a great contribution to facilitating and deepening the security cooperation among the countries concerned through coordination and the strengthening of border-control measures as well as through training, equipment and intelligence-sharing.”
2014-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7351 (2014) · source
“In agreement with the Sahel countries, Algeria has consistently advocated an approach that is geared towards targeted and efficient action, based on ownership ofthe countries of the region, aimed at combatting terrorism and cross- border criminality, while assuming responsibility for security and stability inside their territory in keeping with their international obligations. Algeria's extensive military deployment on its borders is part of the efforts undertaken by my Government to ensure not only our national security but also that of all our neighbours.”
2014-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7351 (2014) · source
“As a critical pillar of national security, border protection is a matter of national sovereign authority and the responsibility of the State. Through the better protection of their borders, States would prevent the cross-border spillover of illicit trafficking and movement from inside and outside of their territory, and thereby contribute to international peace and security. Mutual cooperation between States in this field can be achieved only through a coherent and coordinated approach that respects the basic principles of sovereign equality, territorial integrity and non-interference in the internal affairs of States. Algeria is fully committed to regional cooperation in fighting the destabilization caused by terrorist and organized crime groups in the Sahel region.”
2014-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7351 (2014) · source
“The overlapping between terrorism and cross- border crime seriously complicates the Council's conflict prevention and resolution efforts and hamper the United Nations and African Union peacekeeping and peacebuilding missions. It increases the risk of relapse, makes the protection of civilians difficult and represents a real threat to the safety and security of mission personnel. Obviously, all of that constitutes a broad matter for discussions and has been extensively dealt with by the United Nations, but today we are focusing on the intersection between terrorism and cross-border crime and how to make the best use of the capacity of the United Nations, at the disposal of the Security Council, in order to counter that threat.”
2014-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7351 (2014) · source
“The connection between terrorism and cross- border crime is particularly true in the Sahel region with the threat expanding now into all of West Africa. For example, the Movement for Unity and Jihad in West Africa, an offshoot of Al-Qaida in the Islamic Maghreb, is one of the best examples of this trend. The link between terrorism and transnational organized crime has become evident as terrorists groups have increasingly exploited the pre-existing, informal or formal trade routes, as well as the illicit markets to generate resources from drugs and armed trafficking. Many countries and regions in Africa run the risk of becoming more destabilized and a ground for terrorist recruitment, training and funding. Furthermore, terrorist groups may gain control of strategic natural resources, such as oil, uranium and diamonds in Africa.”
2014-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7351 (2014) · source
“At yesterday's summit, representatives stressed their concern about the worsening of the scourge of terrorism and violent extremism in the region, as well as the close links that terrorist armed groups maintain with transnational organized crime, in particular human trafficking, money laundering, illicit arms trafficking and drugs. The cross-border movement of terrorists and organized crime groups has a direct impact on international peace and security, and the potential to undermine the sovereignty and territorial integrity and jeopardize domestic and regional stability and economic development and fuels conflicts. Terrorism and international organized crime now feed each other in a despicable race where stability and peace are the left overs.”
2014-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7351 (2014) · source
“Let me start by thanking you, Mr. President, and welcoming the initiative of Chad, as President of the Council, for convening this open debate. I would also like to thank you, Sir, for your concept note (S/2014/869, annex) and to welcome the thorough briefings given by Ambassador Tete Antonio of the African Union and Under-Secretary- General Jeffrey Feltman. This debate is taking place one day after the first summit of the countries participating in the Nouakchott Process on the enhancement of security cooperation and the operationalization of the African Peace and Security Architecture in the region, co-organized with the African Union.”
2014-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7351 (2014) · source
“Mutual respect, African ownership, consultative decision-making, division of labour and the sharing of responsibilities are the principles and foundation of any successful and productive partnership, especially in the area of peacekeeping. We also look forward to the review of United Nations peacekeeping operations to be undertaken by a high- level United Nations panel, which Algeria hopes will lead to the building and strengthening of a AU/ United Nations partnership, especially in the context of Chapter VIII of the Charter. We hope that this discussion will generate proposals and strategies in order to expand, deepen and improve cooperation between the United Nations and the African Union, with a view to strengthening the capacity of the international community to respond effectively to threats to international peace and security.”
2014-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7343 (2014) · source
“Clearly, those challenges require concerted responses on the part of the United Nations and the African Union and a much closer partnership, based on a creative reading of the provisions of Chapter VIII of the Charter, to allow the African Union and its regional mechanisms for conflict prevention, management and resolution to fully play their role as integral components of collective security. We should give due consideration to the critical issue of securing predictable, sustainable and adequate funding for African Union peacekeeping missions authorized by the Security Council. We need to understand that AU actions in the field are conducted for the maintenance of international peace and security. We encourage the Security Council to engage more actively with the African Union Peace and Security Council.”
2014-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7343 (2014) · source
“However, we call for the strengthening of such cooperation and underscore the importance of developing the follow- up programme to the 2006 United Nations 10-year capacity-building programme for the African Union as an important contribution towards conflict prevention, management and resolution on the African continent. In his report of October 2010 on support to AU peacekeeping operations authorized by the United Nations, the Secretary-General rightly observed that: "The complex challenges in the world today require a revitalized and evolving interpretation of Chapter VIII of the Charter of the United Nations" (S/2010/514, para. 54). Algeria fully shares that view.”
2014-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7343 (2014) · source
“We believe that there is a need to establish a more effective relationship between the Security Council and the African Union Peace and Security Council, including by ensuring more effective annual consultative meetings, the holding of timely consultations and collaborative field missions of the two Councils. In that regard, we look forward to the convening of the ninth annual consultative meeting, scheduled to take place in Addis Ababa next year, to address the issue of follow-up and implementation of previous communiques and statements. The cooperation between the United Nations Secretariat and the AU Commission has also registered commendable achievements, as demonstrated by the regular consultations between senior United Nations and AU officials on issues of common concern and the mechanisms put in place to that end.”
2014-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7343 (2014) · source
“Furthermore, it should be noted that in the past five years, the Security Council has held no less than five meetings devoted to the United Nations- African Union partnership. While acknowledging that much progress has been made in cooperation between the United Nations and the African Union and its subregional organizations, it should also be recognized that much remains to be done. Such cooperation has yet to reach its full potential. We should like to stress the importance of further strengthening cooperation between the United Nations Security Council with the African Union Peace and Security Council, consistent with Chapter VIII of the Charter of the United Nations, to address common collective security challenges in Africa, taking African concerns into consideration. This is a crucial point, in our View.”
2014-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7343 (2014) · source
“In that regard, Algeria welcomes the steps taken for the full operationalization of the African Peace and Security Architecture, including the African Standby Force - and, in the meantime, the African Capacity for Immediate Response to a Crisis - and support the continued United Nations-AU cooperation on different components of the Architecture, including on early warning, preventive diplomacy, mediation, electoral assistance, peacekeeping, conflict prevention and resolution, and peacebuilding. The implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement in the Sudan, the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur, the African Union Mission in Somalia, and the operations in the Central African Republic and Mali are also good examples of cooperation between the United Nations and the African Union.”
2014-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7343 (2014) · source
“Today's debate comes at a time of renewed recognition of the importance of building a strong partnership between the United Nations and the African Union in order to enhance our efforts to promote peace, security and stability in the African continent. Building peace in Africa means abetting and supporting African-led efforts for peace in Africa. In our view, this debate comes at the right time, as the African Union is making tremendous efforts to address the peace and security challenges that Africa continues to face.”
2014-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7343 (2014) · source
“Algeria attaches particular importance to the role of regional and subregional organizations and their cooperation with the United Nations. We believe that a principled, consistent and strong cooperation between the United Nations, on the one hand, and regional and subregional organizations, on the other, is indispensable to the maintenance of international peace and security. Obviously, the African Union and its subregional organizations are better placed in terms of geographical proximity, political and cultural familiarity with local conditions, and shared experience, which are critical to making a real difference in the prevention or resolution of armed conflicts. As a member of the African Union, Algeria has always commended and supported the AU for its efforts over the years to strengthen African peacekeeping capabilities.”
2014-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7343 (2014) · source
“Let me start by expressing our deep sympathy to the people and the Government of Pakistan after the horrendous crime perpetrated this morning against the schoolchildren in Peshawar. This is a cruel reminder of how terrorism is affecting our lives. I would like to acknowledge this morning the presence of His Excellency Mr. Moussa Faki Mahamat, Minister for Foreign Affairs and African Integration of the Republic of Chad. His decision to be here with us this morning to preside over this meeting is an illustration of the commitment of Chad to the promotion of a strong partnership between the United Nations and the African Union (AU) in peace and security matters. I take this opportunity to pay tribute to Chad for its tremendous contribution to peace in Africa and in the world. As Africans, we are proud of Chad's role in the United Nations.”
2014-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7343 (2014) · source
“The appearance of new threats and the proliferation of terrorist groups with links to transnational organized crime have led the international community to develop additional means of combating perverted types of indoctrination and the dissemination of subversive publications, including through Internet websites, by groups and individuals who seek to justify terrorism and terrorist acts and who provide an ideological and religious basis to legitimize terrorist activities. That means that the educational, religious and cultural dimensions of the counter-terrorism effort are now fully understood and are in concert with the general endeavour. It is in that spirit that Algeria remains convinced of the need for the international community to assume genuine responsibility within a framework of effective cooperation.”
2014-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7316 (2014) · source
“The creation of groups, organizations or associations for subversive ends or for the perpetration of terrorist acts is combatted in Algeria by legal means. The recruitment abroad of any Algerian to a terrorist organization is punishable by law. The Algerian authorities have connected all sectors involved in the fight against terrorism and extremism, including education, culture, religious affairs and worship and communication, in their efforts to prevent and combat incitement to commit terrorist acts. Those sectors have been made increasingly aware of the need for a coherent response based on appropriate strategies and with clearly identified goals in order to prevent and combat the extremism, fanaticism and intolerance that foment radicalization and terrorist violence.”
2014-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7316 (2014) · source
“The penal code has provisions concerning all forms of justification, encouragement and financing of terrorist acts, as well as the reproduction or dissemination of printed documents or recordings that incite terrorist acts. It fully respects civil liberties and is always under the supervision ofjudges. Furthermore, as part of the progressive development of legislation aimed at preventing incitement to commit terrorist acts, the Algerian penal code has provisions against anyone who through preaching or by any other action conducts an activity contrary to the mission of the mosque or is likely to undermine social cohesion or to seek to justify and advocate terrorist acts, whenever they are committed, be it in our country or elsewhere.”
2014-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7316 (2014) · source
“In addition to legal, judicial and operational measures, the effort to combat transnational terrorism has made it necessary to take preventive action, including many initiatives in the areas of education, religion and communication, to which Algeria has attached great importance in its strategy. Those ideas form the basis of a frame of reference consisting of the policy called "Peace and National Reconciliation", advocated by the President of the Republic and endorsed by popular referendum, which reflects the political dimension of the counter-terrorism efforts. In the fight against terrorism it is important to gain the full support of public opinion and the people as a whole. Algeria has a legislative framework for preventing and prohibiting incitement to commit terrorist acts.”
2014-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7316 (2014) · source
“To that end, it has adopted at the national level a wide range of legal instruments that criminalize terrorist acts and the justification for committing such acts. Through an amendment to the Constitution, it has banned all parties and activities contrary to the constitutional order and to the indivisible values of the Algerian people in order to strengthen the nation's peace and stability. No one has the right to use religion, race, ethnicity or language in the political arena. If one wants to conquer hearts, it must be done through ballots, not bullets.”
2014-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7316 (2014) · source
“Addressing that issue means bearing in mind all other aspects ofthe phenomenon by setting up comprehensive strategies that encompass the local, regional and multilateral levels. It is clear that the fight against the phenomenon cannot be limited to the repressive dimension. Extreme action must be deployed, based on prevention, dialogue and an understanding of the attraction exerted by the violent extremism, conducive to terrorism, that underpins the terrorists' narrative. I would like to share some of our Algerian experience in combating terrorism and violent extremism. Since the inception of our counter-terrorism action and endeavours, Algeria has advocated a comprehensive approach to preventing and combating terrorism.”
2014-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7316 (2014) · source
“Under the circumstances, we think it is first of all the responsibility of individual States and then of the international community as a whole to set up appropriate mechanisms for preventing and deterring any evil soul 4 be it lodged in an individual or in organized groups - from inciting terrorist acts with the help of funding from hidden sources and publications that focus on violent extremism and lawbreaking. Dialogue with partners at the bilateral, regional and international levels is an integral part of Algeria's approach to countering violent extremism and the ideology of extremism that underpins the terrorists' narrative. We have stated in the recent past that the issue of foreign terrorist fighters is a serious matter to be specifically addressed among other aspects ofterrorism.”
2014-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7316 (2014) · source
“I would like to thank Australia for taking the initiative to hold this open debate on international cooperation on combating terrorism and violent extremism. I am equally happy to speak on behalf ofa country that has suffered a lot from that scourge and has suffered it alone. What we would like to share with the Council is our own experience, and I hope that lessons will be drawn by everyone. It is recognized that in the face of new threats, only renewed international cooperation will make it possible to effectively prevent and combat the violent extremism narrative that sows ideas of violence, division, hatred and disrespect for human life.”
2014-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7316 (2014) · source
“While we reiterate Algeria's support for the implementation of the relevant provisions of the resolution 1325 (2000), we would like to underline that firm political will and full commitment by Member States on the relevant measures set out in the resolution, which marks this year its fourteenth anniversary, will guarantee the active participation of women in national, regional and international institutions for the prevention, protection and management of conflict situations. I am happy and proud, Madam President, that your actions eloquently attest to your sober handling of the work of the Security Council this month, including by placing this issue on the Council's agenda. For me, in our troubled world, "women , peace" and "security" are synonimous.”
2014-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7289 (2014) · source
“In that regard, we emphasize that States have the primary responsibility to provide protection and assistance to refugees and internally displaced persons within their jurisdiction, as well as to address the root causes of the displacement problem, in appropriate cooperation with the international community. Since the ratification of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women in 1996, Algeria has made great efforts to place the protection and promotion women's rights at the centre of its national policies, strategic objectives and programmes. The situation of women in Algeria has experienced a very positive trend through combined efforts by the Government and civil society.”
2014-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7289 (2014) · source
“In that regard, we acknowledge the importance of preventing, responding to and addressing sexual and gender-based issues. Since the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000), the United Nations has adopted specific policy directives to achieve gender equality in peacekeeping operations. To further contriubute to that end, there is a need to consider having the United Nations step up the deployment of women protection advisers and gender advisers in both peacekeeping and political missions, as well as in humanitarian operations. At the regional level, the African Union has made the protection of women's right across the continent a priority. It is committed to promoting and working to achieve gender equality in line with the gender policy adopted by the African Union in 2009.”
2014-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7289 (2014) · source
“We urge all Member States to strengthen their support to women victims of violence and ensure their access to the justice system in accordance with human rights standards and regardless of their status. The number of internally displaced persons and refugees continues to rise worldwide to unprecedented levels, and with it the increased risks faced by displaced women and girls. Due to their vulnerability, women in many conflict situations around the world continue to face intolerable hardship, as they become targets of all forms of violence. We underline the particular vulnerability of women and children refugees and displaced persons, including exposure to discrimination and sexual and physical abuse, violence and exploitation.”
2014-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7289 (2014) · source
“I wish to thank you, Madam President, for organizing this crucial debate, which affords the broader United Nations membership an opportunity to contribute to the women and peace and security agenda. I am also grateful for the concept note that you have circulated (S/2014/ 731, annex), which we believe will guide our deliberations to a successful conclusion. And I wish to thank the Secretary-General for his personal and steadfast commitment to this issue, as well as the briefers for their insightful presentations. We underline and insist that all forms of violence against women are unacceptable and should in no way be tolerated. Unfortunately, statistics show that this phenomenon continues to be pervasive in all countries. It is therefore necessary to intensify efforts at all levels, particularly in terms of prevention and awareness.”
2014-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7289 (2014) · source
“Algeria counts on all members of the Council, in particular its permanent members, to make greater progress in improving the Council's working methods so as to strengthen its ability to carry out its mandate of maintaining international peace and security in accordance with the Charter.”
2014-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7285Resumption1 (2014) · source
“We strongly believe that the monthly presidency could do a lot in that regard. Regarding the issue of sanctions, in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations, the imposition of sanctions should be considered only after all means of peaceful settlement of disputes under Chapter VI of the Charter have been exhausted. Accordingly, Chapter VII should be invoked as a measure of last resort. Sanctions should be imposed only when there exists a threat to international peace and security. In conclusion, let me say that there is still much room for improvement.”
2014-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7285Resumption1 (2014) · source
“My delegation would like to stress its strong View on the need to submit to the General Assembly the Council's annual report, which should include enough information and analytical content. We think that the entire United Nations will benefit from such bold steps. We also believe that it is crucial to strengthen cooperation between the Council and regional and subregional organizations. Equally, States who have embarked upon or undertaken initiatives such as mediation should have more opportunities to interact with the Council. That would definitely work to the benefit of the international community as a whole, since such endeavours are aimed at early warning, conflict prevention, conflict resolution and the promotion of peace. Messages from such States or organizations should be heard, if not followed, by Security Council members.”
2014-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7285Resumption1 (2014) · source
“In that regard, Council members agreed to make more effective use of public meetings, informal interactive dialogues and Arria Formula meetings. Those meetings should be used effectively by providing for real opportunities and more meaningful exchanges of view to take into account the contributions of non-Council members, in particular those that may be directly affected by the decisions of the Council. For instance, wrap-up sessions have proven useful in taking stock of the activities of the Security Council at the end of each month. We thank those Council members that have held wrap-up sessions at the end of their presidencies. That practice complements the one whereby Council Presidents brief the wider membership on the programme of work at the beginning of each month.”
2014-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7285Resumption1 (2014) · source
“For example, formalizing the Security Council's provisional rules of procedure, which have been in force for over 60 years, would be a major step towards improving the transparency, openness and consistency of the Council. In the same vein, private meetings, informal consultations and closed meetings should be kept to a minimum. In addition, issues to be covered at any briefing by the Secretariat should be determined in coordination with the concerned State. Moreover, the concerned party should be given the opportunity to express its views on such briefings. We think transparency and openness would not undermine efficiency. Let me recall that, through the note contained in document S/2013/515, Security Council members committed themselves to implementing a number of measures to enhance the efficiency and transparency of the Council.”
2014-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7285Resumption1 (2014) · source
“For that reason, reforming the Security Council's working methods is one of the five linked items to be negotiated in the context of the intergovernmental negotiations on Security Council reform, in accordance with General Assembly decision 62/557. Algeria appreciates the efforts of the Informal Working Group on Documentation and Other Procedural Questions under the chairmanship of Argentina to improve the Council's working methods and notes the different documents agreed upon by the Informal Working Group since last year's open debate (see S/PV.7052). Yet we think that more efforts should be exerted to promote the full implementation of the note by the President contained in document S/2010/507 of July 2010 and subsequent notes. Obviously, we must also be more ambitious and advance our discussions beyond those notes.”
2014-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7285Resumption1 (2014) · source
“At the outset, I would like to commend the Argentine presidency of the Security Council for convening this important annual open debate on the working methods of the Security Council and preparing the concept paper (S/2014/725, annex). I would like also to thank the two briefers, Ombudsperson Kimberly Prost and Prosecutor Fatou Bensouda, for their valuable presentations. It is obvious that the effective functioning of the Security Council has a direct impact on the maintenance of international peace and security. Article 24 of the Charter of the United Nations indicates that the Council acts on behalf of the entire membership of the United Nations. Therefore, the Council's working methods do not belong only to its 15 members - they are the collective responsibility of the general membership.”
2014-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7285Resumption1 (2014) · source
“That is also why my country fully supports the urgent need to protect the Palestinian population in accordance with international humanitarian law.”
2014-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7281 (2014) · source
“It would be extremely short-sighted to think that anyone would ever benefit from the current situation. Destroying houses and souls goes with the building of incessant hatred, terrorism and war. Let me just recall simple facts. Palestine is illegally occupied. There must be an end to the occupation for the sake of justice and peace for the people of the entire region. There are international principles for the establishment of a just settlement of the issue. Otherwise, it will continue for another generation. The prospective settlement is being completely destroyed by Israeli policies and practices, which are making it progressively impossible to achieve peace. That is why my country fully supports the initiative of President Abbas to set a time frame for the end of the occupation.”
2014-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7281 (2014) · source
“While we still evoke the need for a resumption ofthe peace talks, Israel has chosen not only to renege on its past commitments but also to blatantly continue its illegal settlement policy and practices. The most recent decision on the construction of more than 2,600 new units in occupied East Jerusalem is not only a blatant violation of all norms of international law but also another stumbling block on the already uncertain road to peace. We repeat and underline that such a situation needs the effective and genuine response of the international community, in particular the Security Council. That is an obligation that cannot be evaded or ignored. Concerning another important issue with regard to the extremely volatile situation throughout the region, let me mention that, with respect to Syria, the window of opportunity is narrowing daily.”
2014-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7281 (2014) · source
“During the Cairo conference, my Government pledged $25 million in financial aid, which is in addition to humanitarian aid, food and medical supplies totalling more than $22 million. It is obvious that the international community, States, international organizations and civil society have been responsive to the situation. There is a strong and urgent need that must be fulfilled. But it is legitimate to ask ourselves: are we going to reconstruct and simply write off the damages, destruction and death, with no hint of a peace process in sight? Are we not just paving the way for the next Gaza destruction? Are we going to endlessly continue to act as the - obviously necessary - fireman, while never addressing or facing the arsonists? The current status quo is destructive.”
2014-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7281 (2014) · source
“Let us leave it to the independent commission of inquiry established by the Human Rights Council pursuant to its resolution adopted on 23 July for the investigation of all violations of international humanitarian and human rights law. Let us just say that accountability and justice are essential for the international system. We have also witnessed the formidable international response for the reconstruction of Gaza. The successful convening and conclusion of the International Conference convened in Cairo and hosted by Egypt and Norway resulted in pledges of $5.4 billion, and it is a good omen that the Palestinian Government of national consensus will carry out the reconstruction plan in coordination with the United Nations. Algeria will obviously continue to provide its full support for the Palestinian cause in that regard.”
2014-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7281 (2014) · source
“First of all, I would like to thank the Argentine presidency for the programme of work they have scheduled for this month and for organizing today's special meeting on the situation in the Middle East. I thank the Secretary-General as well. There is no need to recall the consequences and the profound impact of 50 continuous days of the Israeli pounding of Gaza. The killing of 500 children is the most appalling fact, but we must also mention the 100,000 displaced, with the tragic irony of Palestinian sons ofrefugees being displaced once again within their own land. I would like to quote the Secretary-General's statement, made just 10 days ago in the Gaza Strip: "1 am here with a very heavy heart. The destruction which I have seen coming here is beyond description." No further words are needed.”
2014-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7281 (2014) · source