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“The Committee started its proactive approach in this area when it received letters from the International Air Transport Association and from the Permanent Mission of Ukraine to the United Nations, dated 27 October 2006 and 3 November 2006 respectively, seeking guidance on or providing notification of a specific case of cooperation with the Government of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea after the adoption of resolution 1718 (2006). The Committee will continue this cooperation with Member States and relevant organizations upon receiving specific requests in this regard.”
2007-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5618 (2007) · source
“However, inasmuch as this is a direct and binding requirement of the resolution, all States, irrespective of whether they possess a potential associated with weapons of mass destruction and their means of 07-20648 delivery and related materials covered by resolution 1718 (2006), are called upon to report to the Security Council Committee on the steps that they have taken nationally to implement the resolution. The Committee is currently considering draft guidelines for the conduct of its work. This document will be a tool to facilitate the implementation of the measures imposed by the resolution. While affirming that the primary responsibility for implementing the provisions of resolution 1718 (2006) rests with States, the Committee stands ready to facilitate, when requested, the implementation of those measures.”
2007-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5618 (2007) · source
“As of 10 January 2007, the Committee had received replies from 46 countries and one organization - the European Union - to its note verbale of 1 November 2006 concerning the implementation of resolution 1718 (2006). Replies are being issued as official documents of the United Nations and are accessible electronically through the United Nations Official Documents System and on the Committee web site, unless a State requests that its reply be kept confidential. Resolution 1718 (2006) tasked the Committee to seek information regarding the actions taken to implement effectively the relevant measures imposed by it, in particular from those States that are producing or possessing the items proscribed in paragraph 8 (a).”
2007-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5618 (2007) · source
“In accordance with its mandate, the Committee is continuing the process of determining additional items, materials, equipment, goods and technology to be specified for the purpose of paragraph 8 (a) (ii) of the resolution, as the members of the Committee have submitted further amendments to the lists in documents S/2006/814, S/2006/815 and S/2006/853. Paragraph 11 of resolution 1718 (2006) calls upon all States Members of the United Nations to report to the Security Council within 30 days of the adoption of the resolution on the steps that they have taken with a view to implementing effectively the provisions of paragraph 8 of the resolution.”
2007-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5618 (2007) · source
“On 1 November 2006, I informed all United Nations Member States in a note verbale that, pursuant to resolution 1718 (2006), the Committee had revised the chemical and biological programmes list, and that a new document - S/2006/853 - now superseded document S/2006/816. The lists of items, materials, equipment, goods and technology listed in documents S/2006/814 and S/2006/815 remained unchanged. Documents S/2006/814, S/2006/815 and S/2006/853 and S/2006/853/Corr.1 may also be accessed on the Committee's web site.”
2007-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5618 (2007) · source
“By operative paragraph 8 (a) (ii) of resolution 1718 (2006), the Security Council decided that all Member States shall prevent the direct or indirect supply, sale or transfer to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea of items, materials, equipment, goods and technology covered by documents 2 S/2006/814 and S/2006/815, unless within 14 days of the adoption of resolution 1718 (2006) the Committee had amended or completed their provisions also taking into account the list contained in document S/2006/816, circulated on 12 October by the Permanent Representative of France to the United Nations.”
2007-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5618 (2007) · source
“Since its inception, the Committee has been meeting with such frequency as necessary to carry out its duties effectively, and it is expected that it will meet regularly, once a week. During the reporting period, the Committee held nine informal meetings at the expert level. In discharging its mandate, the Committee was guided by paragraph 12 of resolution 1718 (2006).”
2007-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5618 (2007) · source
“I have the honour to brief the Security Council on the activities of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1718 (2006), of 14 October 2006, concerning the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, for the period 14 October 2006 to 11 January 2007, in accordance with operative paragraph 12 (g) of resolution 1718 (2006). Following consultations among the members of the Security Council held on 20 October 2006, the Council agreed to elect the Bureau of the Committee for 2006, which consisted of the Permanent Representative of Slovakia to the United Nations as Chairman and the delegations of Argentina and Qatar providing the two Vice-Chairmen. The Committee started its full operations by holding its first informal meeting on 23 October 2006.”
2007-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5618 (2007) · source
“Finally, we would like to thank the Russian delegation for preparing the draft Presidential Statement, the adoption of which we support today.”
2007-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5615 (2007) · source
“Slovakia welcomes and is committed to fully implementing the outcomes of the intensive work conducted last year by its revitalized Informal Working Group on Documentation and Other Procedural Questions. As a current non-permanent Council member, Slovakia will spare no effort to help achieve further progress in the work of the Informal Working Group. Mandate review was another essential element of the World Summit's reform agenda, one that could help make the entire Organization, including this Council, more relevant, efficient and effective in its work. In conclusion, allow me once again to reiterate my delegation's full commitment to the Security Council's intensive and close cooperation with the Secretary-General and with the entire United Nations Secretariat.”
2007-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5615 (2007) · source
“In addition to receiving and evaluating reports from States Members of the United Nations, more needs to be done, in particular, in providing guidance and technical assistance to States in capacity-building, local and regional ownership and strengthening United Nations partnerships and cooperation with regional, subregional and other intergovernmental organizations. Efforts of regional and other stakeholders and of the United Nations must reinforce and complement one another, thereby making the best use of existing capacities and often very limited resources. My statement today would be incomplete without mentioning the ongoing need for comprehensive reform of the Security Council, to which Slovakia is firmly committed. Such reform must include both an increase in the Council's membership and an improvement in its working methods.”
2007-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5615 (2007) · source
“Also among the Council's top priorities are the looming threats of terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. Slovakia firmly believes that the Council needs to intensify its efforts in these major areas and strive for more tangible results by implementing existing resolutions, in particular resolutions 1267 (1999), 1373 (2001), 1540 (2004), 1718 (2006) and 1737 (2006). The Council must also seek to enhance and streamline the work of its relevant committees.”
2007-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5615 (2007) · source
“Smooth transitions from peacekeeping to the post-conflict phase ought to be addressed in a more comprehensive and more systematic way. In this context, I would like to highlight the issue of security sector reform as one of the crucial challenges. The re-establishment of functioning security institutions often lies at the core of many peacebuilding efforts. Neglecting or insufficiently carrying out this reform has too often had in dire consequences, including countries relapsing into violence and armed conflict. That is why Slovakia, in cooperation with other partner countries, has recently launched an initiative that will result in an open Security Council debate next month on the issue of security sector reform.”
2007-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5615 (2007) · source
“In that regard, we fully endorse the concept of responsibility to protect adopted by our heads of State and Government in September 2005. Furthermore, we hope to be able to rely on receiving more regular and more analytical reports from the Secretary-General on regions of potential armed conflict. The good offices of the Secretary-General will certainly continue to be an indispensable tool. As regards post-conflict peacebuilding, it is crucial that the Council make better use of the potential and of the coordinating and advisory functions of the Peacebuilding Commission. The first results related to the situation in Burundi and Sierra Leone have been promising but fairly modest so far. Our joint efforts need to be intensified and widened.”
2007-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5615 (2007) · source
“Otherwise, the entire United Nations system, including the Security Council, will lose its relevance and credibility. We believe that the Security Council, in addition to its usual focus on peacekeeping operations, must equally concentrate on conflict prevention and post- conflict peacebuilding, which are undoubtedly very complex and extremely challenging tasks, but crucially important ones. As part of the Council's preventive diplomacy, in accordance with the 2005 World Summit Outcome DOCUMENT and Security Council resolution 1625 (2005), we believe that the Council needs to do more in such areas as the protection of civilians, including women and children, in military conflicts. We must do everything to prevent another Rwanda or Srebrenica from happening again.”
2007-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5615 (2007) · source
“We believe that the emergence of new threats to international peace and security requires the constant attention and regular adaptation of the Security Council and its working methods to the new security environment. That is particularly true for some of the most daunting challenges, such as the upsurge in terrorism, the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, and massive intra-State conflicts with the potential to destabilize entire regions, such as the crisis in Darfur. It is our joint responsibility to intensify our efforts to achieve tangible progress in our work, which should bring people more peace and security, better respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, and greater prosperity. Words, statements and proclamations need to be transformed into practical measures, making a real difference on the ground.”
2007-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5615 (2007) · source
“At the outset, I would like to commend the Russian presidency for its initiative in organizing today's timely and highly relevant debate. Let me also join previous speakers in welcoming Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for the first time to the Security Council this morning and thank him for his opening remarks. We very much appreciate the Secretary-General's commitment to working closely and intensively with the Security Council on all crucial issues related to the maintenance of international peace and security. I would like to assure him of Slovakia's full support for his work, his dedication to leading by example, and his eagerness to work hard in all three pillars of the United Nations portfolio - security, human rights and development.”
2007-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5615 (2007) · source
“Finally, we would like to stress that, in any outcome of the status definition process, Kosovars and Serbs will have to live together, side by side. It is in their vital interest to find the best and most sustainable form of peaceful coexistence and cooperation that reflects their rightful ambitions and concerns.”
2006-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5588 (2006) · source
“In this connection, we would also like to reiterate the call on Belgrade and Pristina to allow and encourage Kosovo Serbs to exercise their rights fully through their participation in the Institutions. We believe that will also positively contribute to the status negotiation process. In conclusion, we reiterate that we support the process led by Mr. Ahtisaari and continue to believe it is necessary to find a lasting and balanced settlement as its outcome. It should be the highest priority and imperative to seek a balanced settlement and compromise from both sides through interactive talks that would, at the end of the day, reflect the objective concerns of all parties involved and strengthen regional security and stability.”
2006-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5588 (2006) · source
“In this regard, we agree with the Secretary-General that progress will be achieved by demonstrating through actions, not words, that everyone has a future in Kosovo. In our view, it is the ultimate responsibility of the Kosovo Albanian majority to demonstrate through the adoption of adequate measures that it is ready to accept responsibility for the future well-being and security of Serbs and other ethnic minorities in Kosovo. The Serbian community in Kosovo should feel that it is an integral and welcome part of society as a whole and that its social and economic status will be acknowledged and honoured once the status implementation process is under way. On the other hand, we believe that the issue of the participation of Kosovo Serbs in the Provisional Institutions should be separated from the status process.”
2006-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5588 (2006) · source
“Ceku to continue its efforts in that direction. It is of crucial importance to ensure that these efforts are maintained and remain sustainable, with special focus on the 13 priorities identified by the Contact Group. I would like to reiterate that standards implementation is equally essential for securing the multi-ethnic and democratic nature of Kosovo as well as for its European perspective. The European Union is expected to play a more visible and decisive role in the next stage of the status process, so the more standards Kosovo can meet today, the further it can go in the future in terms of the integration processes, regardless of the dynamic of the status process. Multi-ethnicity in practice means that Kosovo is also a homeland for Serbs.”
2006-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5588 (2006) · source
“We believe that is a matter of critical importance - especially when the UNMIK transition period is most likely ahead - that the authority of an international presence, whether it be the present or possibly a future one, is not undermined by any unreasonable actions or provocations. The role of UNMIK, the Kosovo Force and other international bodies and organizations in Kosovo is still vital for and instrumental in the peace and stability of the region and the outcome of the status process and its implementation. We believe that the international presence will also have to be sustained in Kosovo after status determination. We agree with Mr. Riicker that the implementation of standards must remain an important priority. We note with satisfaction the generally positive trends and the commitment of the Government led by Mr.”
2006-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5588 (2006) · source
“In general, we share the positive evaluation of the developments in Kosovo since the launch of the status process, as presented in the latest report of Secretary- General (S/2006/906). We would like to join the Secretary-General's call to the majority of the population in Kosovo and to Kosovo's official representatives to sustain this strength and to demonstrate political responsibility, maturity and a firm dedication to the non-use of violence in achieving political change in Kosovo and in defining its status. We call on the Kosovo authorities to take all appropriate measures to guarantee security for all citizens and to address the issue of impunity. Without thorough investigation of crimes and bringing perpetrators to justice, peaceful coexistence and reconciliation among communities in Kosovo, in our view, cannot be possible.”
2006-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5588 (2006) · source
“Allow me also to join previous speakers in thanking Mr. Rucker for his briefing today. On behalf of my delegation, I would also like to thank Madam Raskovic-Ivic, President of the Coordination Centre of the Republic of Serbia for Kosovo and Metohija for her statement. We too welcome the presence at the meeting of the Prime Minister of the Provisional Institutions of Self- Government of Kosovo, Mr. Ceku, as a member of the delegation of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UN MIK). My delegation aligns itself with the statement that will be delivered later this afternoon by the representative of Finland on behalf of the European Union. That is why I will limit myself to the following comments.”
2006-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5588 (2006) · source
“In that respect, I would also like to inform the Council that, on Friday, Slovakia, in cooperation with Canada, is organizing the second round table on security sector reform, which will provide us with another opportunity to address that issue in further detail, including the situation of civilians in armed conflict.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577 (2006) · source
“In conclusion, let me draw attention to the need for the integration of basic legal and gender training into the training of all armed forces, including peacekeepers, which has been proved to have a clear positive effect on the behaviour, actual conduct of duty, and respect for international humanitarian law and human rights of the troops deployed in conflict situations. That need should be properly addressed in the implementation of any security sector reform plan, especially in conflict and post-conflict situations. Efforts to prevent deliberate attacks against civilians, sexual violence and the use of child soldiers require the mainstreaming of those issues into security sector and other governance reforms, with the active participation of all stakeholders - Governments, regional and subregional organizations, donors and civil society.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577 (2006) · source
“We would like to underline that impunity for war crimes and crimes against humanity is unacceptable and that national judicial authorities have the primary responsibility to bring the perpetrators of crimes to justice. In situations where the national judicial authorities are not fully capable of addressing the violation of international humanitarian law, Slovakia fully supports the engagement of the international and mixed tribunals, including the International Criminal Court.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577 (2006) · source
“Egeland's observation that the United Nations agencies, non-governmental organizations and other humanitarian personnel, in their efforts to provide assistance to the civilian population, as well as journalists daily providing the international community with valuable information from conflict regions, also continue to be subject to deliberate attacks and abductions. In that regard, we appeal to all parties to conflicts to respect the Convention on the Safety of United Nations and Associated Personnel, the 1949 Geneva Conventions and the Additional Protocols of 1977, including the Additional Protocol I concerning the protection of journalists engaged in dangerous professional missions in areas of armed conflict.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577 (2006) · source
“Unfortunately, since the Council's most recent deliberations on that topic in June, the international community has also been saddened by the number of civilian lives claimed by the renewed conflict in southern Lebanon and northern Israel, during which the civilian population, including women and children, faced deliberate missile attacks against towns, and women and children were often used as human shields by militias. The population on both sides continues to be endangered by unexploded ammunition and threatened by rocket attacks. We are concerned by Mr.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577 (2006) · source
“We are still witnessing the killing and maiming of children, rape and other acts of sexual exploitation - which are often used as a weapon of war - abduction, denial of humanitarian access and the use of child soldiers in many conflict situations. The continually deteriorating situation in the Darfur region of the Sudan - where at least 200,000 people are estimated to have been killed as a result of the conflict between Government forces, allied militias and rebels seeking greater autonomy, and which has experienced an unprecedented forced displacement of about 2 million people, widespread sexual violence and total disrespect for human rights since 2003 - continues to be a cause of our deepest concern. Furthermore, the violence is increasingly spilling over from Darfur into neighbouring regions of the Central African Republic and Chad.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577 (2006) · source
“Despite the international community's growing commitment to better address the tragic plight of civilians trapped in situations of armed conflict - including though the adoption of resolution 1674 (2006), which reaffirmed the responsibility to protect populations from genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing and crimes against humanity - we have witnessed the ongoing killing of civilians, sexual violence and attacks motivated by ethnic or religious hatred or political confrontation. Unfortunately, as we heard from Mr. Egeland's briefing, the most vulnerable groups, such as children and women, are not excluded.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577 (2006) · source
“In that regard, it is alarming that many countries involved in present-day armed conflict are not parties to Additional Protocol II to the Geneva Conventions. We therefore repeat our appeal and call upon all States that have not yet done so to consider ratifying the instruments pertaining to international humanitarian, human rights and refugee law. Serious gaps also remain in the practical implementation of legal instruments. There is a need for further enhancement in domestic legal systems of the legal framework concerning the protection of civilians in armed conflict.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577 (2006) · source
“My delegation fully aligns itself with the statement to be delivered by the representative of Finland on behalf of the European Union. I shall therefore limit my statement to a few brief comments. The existing legal provisions regulating the protection of civilians in armed conflict provide a comprehensive framework. However, they must be fully implemented in practice in order to ensure full respect for civilian status and the protection of all civilians. All parties to a conflict, whether State or non- State actors, must fully and strictly comply with the obligations applicable to them under international law, as well as all the relevant documents and resolutions of the Security Council.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577 (2006) · source
“First, I would like to join my colleagues in expressing the gratitude of my delegation to Mr. Jan Egeland, for his valuable briefing. I would also like to commend his role and active engagement in promoting and defending the rights and freedoms of civilians in armed conflict throughout his tenure as Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs. We also thank the Qatari presidency for organizing this important debate as part of the continuing efforts of the international community and the Council to strengthen the protection of civilians - especially the most vulnerable groups, such as women and children - which our leaders pledged to undertake at the 2005 United Nations World Summit, thereby realizing in practice the principle of the responsibility to protect.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577 (2006) · source
“Turning briefly to the situation in northern Uganda and the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA), we are encouraged by the progress made in the peace talks between the Government of Uganda and the LRA, as well as in addressing the situation on the ground, including the improved humanitarian access to IDPs in northern Uganda. At the same time, we agree with Mr. Egeland that the active engagement of the international community is crucial and that it should continue to ensure that the Juba peace process produces concrete results in terms of bringing this cruel conflict to an end and allowing the nearly 2 million displaced persons in northern Uganda to return to their homes. In conclusion, I would like to stress that we would welcome regular updates by the Secretariat on developments in northern Uganda.”
2006-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5571 (2006) · source
“In that context, we remain convinced that a speedy and robust response from the international community is needed to help the Sudanese people and authorities address the deteriorating situation on the ground and to bring the peace process based on the implementation of the Darfur Peace Agreement back on track. In that respect, we welcome the agreement on a hybrid African Union/United Nations operation that was achieved last week in Addis Ababa. At the same time, we call upon all stakeholders to continue to cooperate in a good and constructive spirit to resolve all outstanding issues, in order to deploy a credible peacekeeping force that is able and capable of protecting civilians and securing adequate conditions for the implementation of the Darfur Peace Agreement as soon as possible.”
2006-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5571 (2006) · source
“Egeland that all the necessary measures should be undertaken to stop all attacks and to re-establish the ceasefire and cessation of hostilities before an entire generation of young men is enlisted in the fighting, thereby increasing humanitarian suffering and escalating the conflict into a major regional catastrophe and confrontation. We also call upon the Government of the Sudan to remove all bureaucratic obstacles to the continuation of the efforts of humanitarian workers and agencies that are helping to alleviate the suffering of 4 million people in need of humanitarian assistance. We hope that the Government of the Sudan will understand that the cooperation and active engagement of the international community in addressing the crisis in Darfur is in the best interest of all the Sudanese people and citizens.”
2006-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5571 (2006) · source
“We too would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Egeland for his important briefing. We are deeply concerned about the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Darfur and the increasing number of internally displaced persons (IDP) and refugees without humanitarian access due to new attacks and the criminal activities of armed militias in the area, including inside and around refugee camps in Darfur and eastern Chad. We are horrified by the news from Darfur about a new wave of violence against civilians. In that regard, we deplore the failure of the Government of the Sudan to protect its citizens and to address the impunity of perpetrators. We agree with Mr.”
2006-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5571 (2006) · source
“We fully understand that the situation in Lebanon, and in the whole region, is complicated; it will take time to make progress on certain issues. However, we wish to underline that all of this can be achieved only through peaceful means and negotiations. As has already been proven on several occasions, there is no military solution to any conflict or dispute. Reconstruction of the country and further development can proceed only in a peaceful environment. A stable and prosperous Lebanon would significantly contribute to the stabilization of the situation in the entire Middle East region. That is why we call on all countries in the region to contribute positively to the peacebuilding process in Lebanon.”
2006-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5568 (2006) · source
“In this respect, we would also like to emphasize the importance of ensuring full compliance with the arms embargo imposed through resolution 1701 (2006) and of progress towards the normalization of relations between Lebanon and Syria, as well as the delineation of their common borders, including in the area of the Sheba'a farms. We are convinced that the resolution of these issues would significantly contribute to the stabilization of the situation in the region. Last but not least, we should also not forget about the need to release the two abducted Israeli soldiers kidnapped by Hizbollah on 12 July 2006. We also understand the need to resolve the issue of the Lebanese prisoners, and we encourage the respective authorities to make progress on that issue.”
2006-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5568 (2006) · source
“Lebanon's sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence have to be respected by everybody. Lebanon and its people have already suffered enough, and further destabilization should not be allowed. The national dialogue has to continue, with the aim of reaching consensus on several important issues, including the disarmament of all militias in the country, which, through their offensive acts, represent a constant threat to the stability and security of Lebanon and its neighbours. The Lebanese Government has to be the sole authority, with a monopoly on the use of force within its territory.”
2006-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5568 (2006) · source
“We condemn that horrible crime as an attempt to destabilize the situation in Lebanon and to disrupt the process of reconciliation in that country. We urge the Lebanese authorities to undertake all necessary measures to investigate this crime and to bring the perpetrators to justice. This pattern of politically motivated killings and violence in Lebanon must be stopped. We express our deepest condolences to the Government of Lebanon and to the Lebanese people on their tragic loss. We fully support the Lebanese Government, which was legitimately elected last year through free and democratic parliamentary elections, in its efforts and in the steps it has taken to regain control and authority over its whole territory and to re-establish stability and security within the country.”
2006-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5568 (2006) · source
“To this end, we urge Israel to resume transfers of withheld Palestinian tax and customs revenues and encourage it to carry out those transfers by way of the temporary international mechanism. We also call for full implementation of the Agreement on Movement and Access and ask that the Rafah, Karni and other border crossings remain permanently open. We take this opportunity to reaffirm our support for a just, comprehensive and lasting settlement of the Middle East conflict, based on all relevant Security Council resolutions and negotiations between the two sides. Turning to the latest development in Lebanon, we were deeply shocked this morning to learn of the assassination of the Minister of Industry of Lebanon, Mr. Pierre Gemayel.”
2006-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5568 (2006) · source
“In this respect, we support the efforts of President Abbas to form a government of national unity that will be committed to the Quartet principles, have a political platform that will enable early engagement to achieve peace and to continue the dialogue on a solution to the Middle East conflict. We also remain deeply concerned at the economic and humanitarian situation in Gaza and the West Bank. In this regard, we highlight the importance of the temporary international mechanism, which enables the channelling of resources and deliverance of assistance directly to the Palestinian people and thereby address their urgent humanitarian and financial needs.”
2006-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5568 (2006) · source
“At the same time, we expect the Israeli Government to continue its commitment to peace in the Middle East, based on principles laid out in the Road Map, and to refrain from such steps and activities that threaten the viability of an agreed two-State solution. On the other hand, we urge the Palestinian Authority to undertake all necessary measures and make all efforts to find and release the kidnapped Israeli soldier and to prevent further military and terrorist attacks on Israel, notably the launching of rockets against Israeli population centres. We support the efforts and leadership of President Mahmoud Abbas to achieve that goal and to foster national unity among Palestinians.”
2006-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5568 (2006) · source
“We therefore call on both parties to exercise the utmost restraint and do everything possible to calm the situation and prevent further dangerous escalation that will only lead to suffering and loss of life. Mutual violence must stop, for there is no military solution to the Israeli- Palestinian dispute. In this regard, we call on Israel to end its military operations that endanger Palestinian civilians and to take every possible measure to protect their lives. Although we believe Israel has the right to self-defence against terrorism and its perpetrators, its response must always be proportionate and in accordance with international humanitarian law. We also repeat our call for the immediate release of Palestinian ministers and legislators detained in Israel.”
2006-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5568 (2006) · source
“At the outset, I would like to join previous speakers in thanking Under- Secretary-General Gambari for his monthly briefing and for his update on the current situation in the Middle East. Slovakia aligns itself with the statement that will be delivered shortly by the Permanent Representative of Finland on behalf of the European Union. Less than two weeks ago we had a useful and constructive debate on the current developments in the Israeli-Palestinian dispute (see S/PV.5564). The ongoing developments on the ground, unfortunately, only lead us again to reiterate our deep concern about the escalating tensions and increased violence in Gaza and the West Bank. We strongly deplore any action that causes civilian casualties.”
2006-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5568 (2006) · source
“Women in the Slovak Armed Forces undergo the same training as men. The predeployment training of our peacekeepers includes special gender training with particular emphasis on the promotion of gender equality and the prevention of sexual crimes. In conclusion, I would like to use this opportunity to congratulate the Government of India on its decision to contribute to the first-ever female Formed Police Unit, which will join the United Nations Mission in Liberia later this year. We believe that it will serve as a positive example, and the presence of that unit will have a significant positive effect on post-conflict Liberian society.”
2006-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5556 (2006) · source
“Addressing sexual violence requires mainstreaming the issues into security sector and other reforms of governance and creating a permanent mechanism that brings victims, civil society, Government and donors together in order to coordinate policies and actions more effectively on the domestic and international levels. Finally, as far as Slovakia's own implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) is concerned, the long-term reform plan of the Slovak Armed Forces called "Model 2015" also addresses the gender issues and refers specifically to resolution 1325 (2000). Its implementation has already led to a moderate increase of the number of female officers, currently at 7.5 per cent, in all kinds of army units, including the Slovak troops deployed in the United Nations, North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and European Union (EU) missions.”
2006-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5556 (2006) · source
“We believe that the appropriate presence of women and gender training in armed forces, including in peacekeeping forces, clearly has a positive effect on the behaviour and actual conduct of the troops on duty. In this respect, we are convinced that the provisions of resolution 1325 (2000) are fully relevant for carrying out security sector reform plans. That issue needs to be properly addressed. It is closely related to other phenomena that are natural parts of the comprehensive approach to security sector reform, especially child soldiers, gender-based violence and sexual exploitation amongst others. Otherwise, there is an imminent danger of countries falling back into a violent conflict. Sustainable solutions require a holistic institutional approach.”
2006-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5556 (2006) · source