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1. “We hope he will be able to overcome the difficulties that exist with regard to the current plan of work. We would like to reiterate our concern about the consequences of this conflict for the civilian population. We deeply regret that there were innocent civilian victims of the recent confrontations in Kisangani. We are also alarmed by what was said in paragraph 51 of the report regarding the incidents in Mwenga. These incidents must be investigated, and the perpetrators of these truly grotesque acts must be punished. We would like to support the proposal of holding a meeting in New York this June of the Council and the Political Committee. We believe that this is a positive step that would surely help with the implementation of the peace process.”

   2000-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4143 (2000) · source

2. “There is no doubt that this is essential in order to make progress in the peace process and thus we are hopeful that the conditions established in the resolution will be created so that the Secretary-General can recommend the speedy deployment of personnel. The joint declaration of Rwanda and Uganda on the demilitarization of Kisangani, which was reached through the mediation of the mission, is doubtless a demonstration of this consensus. We regret that after the declaration was made, military confrontations took place, and we hope that these were merely isolated events that will not be repeated. Another essential aspect for making progress in the peace process is the inter-Congolese dialogue. In this connection we reiterate our support for the facilitator of that dialogue, the former President of Botswana, Sir Ketumile Masire.”

   2000-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4143 (2000) · source

3. “There is no doubt whatsoever that the mission fully discharged that mandate. It had direct contact with the protagonists and emphasized to them the imperative that they strictly abide by the ceasefire, with a view to reaching speedy and full implementation of the Lusaka Agreement and resolution 1291 (2000). We agree with the observations and recommendations put forward and would like to touch upon some points that we think are important. First, the report makes it evident that there is a consensus among the parties on the need to implement phase II of the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUC), as provided in resolution 1291 (2000).”

   2000-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4143 (2000) · source

4. “The conflicts in Sierra Leone, Eritrea/Ethiopia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, just to mention the most urgent ones, are testing our capability to respond. Sending the mission to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and then to Ethiopia and Eritrea is in and of itself a very important sign. We cannot skimp on resources in this situation, which demands all our effort and imagination so that we can find appropriate solutions. The mission to the Democratic Republic of the Congo is a demonstration of the kind of response that we must give. The detailed report submitted to us today reaffirms our conviction that we can and must redouble our efforts to deal with a delicate situation in an equally delicate regional context. In the mandate we gave to the mission to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, we were clear.”

   2000-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4143 (2000) · source

5. “Mr. Cappagli (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): At the outset, I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for having convened this open debate, which makes it possible for the entire membership of the United Nations to participate. Their opinions will assist us in our consideration of the topic before us. We join previous speakers in thanking the Permanent Representative of the United States and head of the Security Council mission to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ambassador Richard Holbrooke, for his very enlightening words, which complement the written report that has been distributed to us. We also thank most sincerely Ambassadors Levitte, Ouane, Andjaba, van Walsum, Ben Mustapha and Greenstock for their great personal efforts. These are difficult times for the United Nations in Africa.”

   2000-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4143 (2000) · source

6. “To this purpose, a broadcast network in Tetun, Portuguese and Bahasa must be set up, and it must be accessible to 100 per cent of the territory's inhabitants.”

   2000-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4133 (2000) · source

7. “We would like to congratulate the Indonesian authorities for their renewed commitment to cooperate with the United Nations on matters of such importance, and we appeal to them to fully implement both the letter and the spirit of the agreements so that their commitments will be translated into concrete measures in the field. Unfortunately, in recent times we have also noted an increase in social tension as a result of the precarious employment and economic situation of most Timorese. We trust that the many assistance programmes implemented by international organizations, non- governmental organizations and Governments will improve the situation. Nevertheless, we believe that the United Nations must redouble its efforts to convey a message of reassurance to all Timorese.”

   2000-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4133 (2000) · source

8. “This positive trend is confirmed by the fact that, in the last 15 days, UNTAET has signed two memorandums of understanding with the Indonesian authorities on topics of fundamental importance. The first memorandum, on cooperation in judicial, legal and human rights matters, will facilitate the investigation and prosecution of those responsible for the violence that occurred in 1999. The second memorandum, on coordination in the border area, was signed between the Indonesian military authorities and UNTAET; its principal objective is to improve the situation in security matters and to build trust along the terrestrial borders of East Timor. This is undoubtedly a significant step forward.”

   2000-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4133 (2000) · source

9. “Mr. Cappagli (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): First of all, I would like thank the Assistant Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, Mr. Annabi, for the comprehensive and useful information he has provided. This week we note that six months have passed since the creation of the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UN TAET). It is evident that a task of great magnitude has been carried out, setting up the bases and starting points for a future independent East Timor. I would like once again to express my country's gratitude to Mr. Sergio Vieira de Mello and to all UNTAET personnel for their excellent performance. I would also like to highlight the positive attitude of the East Timor leadership throughout this process.”

   2000-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4133 (2000) · source

10. “Finally, we would like to lend our support to the draft presidential statement that has been prepared by the delegation of Mali.”

    2000-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4121 (2000) · source

11. “Although, as we said earlier, the transitional phase has concluded, the tasks that the new Government must still face are daunting. As the report of the Secretary- General indicates, new relations must be established between the civilian Government and the armed forces, which must respect civilian authority; the problem of small arms must be addressed; the judicial system needs to be improved; and basic socio-economic needs must be met. Successfully meeting these challenges will be a test for United Nations peace-building activities. UNOGBIS, whose revised mandate has been extended for a year as of 31 March, has a fundamental role to play in supporting the new Government of Guinea-Bissau. We urge the international community to give these tasks all the necessary support. We pledge our own support here in the Security Council.”

    2000-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4121 (2000) · source

12. “As emerges from the report of the Secretary-General, and from what we have heard from Mr. Prendergast, the general situation in Guinea-Bissau has improved. The rule of law has been restored to the country; relations with neighbouring countries are developing positively; and the humanitarian situation has improved, with the return of a large number of refugees to the country and of many internally displaced persons to their homes. This has been possible thanks to the efforts of many people, first and foremost those of the people of Guinea- Bissau themselves. But we would also like to mention in particular the Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Samuel Nana-Sinkam, and the personnel of the United Nations Peace-building Support Office in Guinea-Bissau (UNOGBIS), among others.”

    2000-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4121 (2000) · source

13. “Mr. Cappagli (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): Let me at the outset thank you, Mr. President, for having convened this meeting in the form of an open briefing, which enhances the transparency of the work of the Security Council. This makes it possible for all of the Members of the United Nations to have access to the information provided to us. We have read attentively the report of the Secretary- General of 24 March on developments in Guinea-Bissau, and we would like to thank Mr. Prendergast for his informative presentation. The second round of elections, held in January, and the investiture of the new constitutional President of Guinea-Bissau, Mr. Kumba Yala, marked the close of the country's transitional phase, as provided for in the Abuja Accord. Today we can state that this transitional phase has been successful.”

    2000-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4121 (2000) · source

14. “But those problems are compounded by other aspects related to respect for human rights. We hope that in the near future Iraqi civilians will not only have their material needs met, but will also be able to live under acceptable political conditions in which their basic rights are respected. The first step will be the full application of resolution 1284 (1999), which will require all delegations in the Council to renew their commitment to this agenda item. We hope to contribute our own efforts to making this possible.”

    2000-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4120Resumption1 (2000) · source

15. “It is a positive sign that the members of the College of Commissioners have already been appointed. We hope that we will have the United Nations Monitoring, Verification and Inspection Commission (UNMOVIC) organizational plan in the coming days. That resolution remains a source of hope for our delegation, notwithstanding the difficulties we have encountered in implementing it. The suspension of sanctions is a real possibility under the terms of that resolution and, in the current political context, it would seem the most productive way of definitively alleviating the suffering of the Iraqi people, who are not the targets of those sanctions. There can be no doubt that the sanctions - which have a purpose and which are aimed at the Government - are one of the chief causes of the humanitarian situation in Iraq.”

    2000-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4120Resumption1 (2000) · source

16. “The lack of security and the environmental damage caused by this situation threaten future generations of Iraqis, whom we wish to see spared the hardships being suffered by the present generation. It is for these reasons that we support the draft resolution making it possible to use a total of $600 million out of the funds generated in accordance with resolutions 1242 (1999) and 1281 (1999) to purchase spare parts for the oil sector. Our delegation has also supported these initiatives in the Iraq sanctions Committee, and we are prepared to increase the amounts assigned to this sector once again if the Secretary-General so recommends on the basis of expert reports. Another source of concern for us is the prompt application of the disarmament aspects of resolution 1284 (1999).”

    2000-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4120Resumption1 (2000) · source

17. “First of all, we are concerned that the process of contract approval in the sanctions Committee is still far slower than would be optimal for improving certain sectors essential to the well-being of the civilian population of Iraq. The lack of elements vital to restoring electricity-generating capacity and drinking water supplies are examples of this. A solution to this question requires more than the improvements that can be made through the sanctions Committee. It is also necessary that the providers of goods to Iraq strictly comply with the terms of agreed contracts. We are also concerned about the state of Iraq's oil sector infrastructure, which, according to the reports we have received, is increasingly lamentable.”

    2000-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4120Resumption1 (2000) · source

18. “The adverse political context prevailing at that time prevented the Council from reaching the necessary agreements to take measures to substantively improve the situation. It took us almost a year to redesign the regime applicable to Iraq, both in terms of sanctions and in terms of disarmament and ongoing monitoring and verification. The result of that process was the adoption of resolution 1284 (1999), which embodied our hopes that the United Nations would once again be in Iraq, with the clear possibility of a suspension of the sanctions regime. Barely three months after the adoption of that resolution, we can see both positive and negative features in the present situation.”

    2000-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4120Resumption1 (2000) · source

19. “It was in that context that the delegation of Argentina actively participated in the negotiations that led to the adoption five years ago of resolution 986 (1995), around Easter of that year. The humanitarian situation in Iraq improved with the establishment of the oil-for-food programme. But we then learned, through reports issued by the panels presided over by Ambassador Celso Amorim beginning in February 1999, that the resources generated by that programme were insufficient to meet the basic needs of the people, in spite of the improvements that had been gradually made in that mechanism. The crisis that made it impossible for the United Nations Special Commission (UNSCOM) to continue to fulfil the mandate given to it by resolution 687 (1991) did nothing to ease the humanitarian situation in Iraq.”

    2000-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4120Resumption1 (2000) · source

20. “Mr. Cappagli (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): We are grateful to you, Mr. President, for convening this formal meeting, and to the Secretary-General for his report and for his participation in this meeting. We would also like to extend our thanks to the Office of the Iraq Programme and to the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) for their efforts on the subject before the Council. The grave humanitarian situation affecting the Iraqi population is nothing new for the Security Council. It was because of the impact the sanctions regime was having on the civilian population that, almost as soon as sanctions were imposed on that country - and particularly since 1995 - the Council began devising exceptions to it in order at least to avoid increasing the suffering of the Iraqi people.”

    2000-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4120Resumption1 (2000) · source

21. “The challenge is immense, but the task is so important and the human and financial costs of conflict are so great that we must do all in our power to help peoples escape from recurrent cycles of violence. We are moving in the right direction. Let us spare no effort. Let us move forward with determination. Success is within our reach.”

    2000-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4118 (2000) · source

22. “And finally, there is no doubt that proper coordination of efforts among the various actors involved and an ample supply of personnel and resources - particularly financial resources - are indispensable if the processes of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of ex- combatants are to be successful. It is especially appropriate to address the issue of the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of ex- combatants in the context of peacekeeping, because these activities represent the first step - indeed, perhaps the key step - towards preventing a recurrence of conflict, securing lasting peace and creating conditions conducive to sustainable development.”

    2000-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4118 (2000) · source

23. “We should not lose sight of the fact that the disarmament activities of peacekeeping operations can profit from the measures undertaken by Member States to combat illicit trafficking in arms. For its part, demobilization is emerging as the decisive factor in ensuring the continuity of the process. Hence, the importance of ensuring that this phase be completed as quickly as possible and give way to the reintegration phase with a view to establishing the right political and social environment. I need hardly emphasize that the needs of children in conflict zones must be addressed and that their rights should be an explicit priority in the processes aimed at establishing and fostering peace and resolving conflicts.”

    2000-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4118 (2000) · source

24. “Likewise, on that occasion we acknowledged that the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration (DDR) of ex-combatants should be seen not as isolated elements, but as a continuous process involving wide-ranging efforts to secure peace, stability and development. There can be no doubt that the basis for the DDR process is the political resolve of the parties concerned, which requires the assistance of the international community. This political will must be embodied in a peace agreement that meticulously outlines the process. Such an agreement would provide operations with a clear mandate and facilitate contributions by the international community of the necessary experts and resources.”

    2000-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4118 (2000) · source

25. “Mr. Cappagli (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): Allow me first of all to express my thanks to your delegation, Mr. President, for the initiative of convening this debate. In particular, I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his substantive participation and for his very comprehensive report on the role of United Nations peacekeeping in disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of ex-combatants. Eight months ago, we expressed our profound concern that, in a number of conflicts, the various parties or factions continued to engage in armed struggle, despite the fact that peace agreements had been concluded by the warring parties and despite the presence in the field of United Nations peacekeeping operations. We continue to be troubled by this situation.”

    2000-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4118 (2000) · source

26. “We agree with the Secretary-General that the promise of the recently elected Government of Croatia to respect the sovereignty of Bosnia and Herzegovina and cooperate with its population and with the international community is a positive development. In conclusion, we reaffirm our support for the initiative to form a contingent of police officers from both entities and the three ethnic groups for service in United Nations peacekeeping operations.”

    2000-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4117 (2000) · source

27. “In this context, we can only repudiate the attitude taken by the Croat authorities in Mostar with regard to Bosniac officials, whom they are preventing from working in the same building as their Croat counterparts. We do not want to miss this opportunity to underscore the importance of the decision taken recently by the High Representative for the establishment of the Breko District of Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as the entry into force of the District Statute and the designation of the appropriate authorities. We hope that the authorities of Bosnia and Herzegovina and of both entities will take all the necessary measures to enable the District to develop fully.”

    2000-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4117 (2000) · source

28. “The Mission's efforts to modify the ethnic make-up of local police forces so as to properly reflect the multi-ethnic nature of the communities that they serve, to improve cooperation between the police of the two entities, to depoliticize the local police forces and to promote the establishment of a judicial police deserve our full support. It is regrettable, however, that, despite the agreement in the New York Declaration, Parliament's repeated failure to pass the State Border Service Law compelled the High Representative to impose it on 13 January. We are also concerned about the fact that some officials persist in perpetuating divisions instead of working to foster integrated coexistence.”

    2000-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4117 (2000) · source

29. “Mr. Cappagli (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): We would like to express our thanks for the Secretary-General' s report on the progress that has been made by the United Nations Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina (UNMIBH) since 17 December 1999, as well as for the oral briefing that has been given by the Assistant Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, Mr. Hedi Annabi. According to the Secretary-General's report, there is no doubt that progress has been made with regard to police restructuring, the revision of the judicial system and the establishment, in January, of the unified police force in Breko. In this context, we should note the good work of that unified police force during the ceremony that took place on the occasion of the creation of the Brcko District.”

    2000-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4117 (2000) · source

30. “For this reason, we share his concern that there are still too many men under arms, and we also hope that the job creation projects for former combatants will receive the requisite international financing. We endorse the Secretary-General's proposal that, at the end of its mandate on 15 May, UNMOT be replaced by a small office for post-conflict peace-building purposes. We believe that in that way the United Nations presence in Tajikistan will be assured during this new stage of democracy-building. In conclusion, I should like to say that we, too, support the draft presidential statement proposed by Russia, which has been circulated to the members of the Council.”

    2000-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4115 (2000) · source

31. “The international community has just witnessed the holding of the first multi-party elections in the history of Tajikistan. It is true that those elections were far from exemplary in terms of transparency and legitimacy. However, if this electoral event is viewed in the context of the history of Tajikistan, which has been marked by struggle, grave crises, bans on opposition parties and the absence of minimal political guarantees, the recent parliamentary elections can be interpreted only as an encouraging milestone in that country's path towards democracy. Argentina believes that the fundamental objective of turning Tajikistan towards national reconciliation and democratization has been achieved, although it also agrees with the Secretary-General's assessment, expressed in paragraph 17 of his interim report, that much remains to be done.”

    2000-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4115 (2000) · source

32. “Mr. Cappagli (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): The delegation of Argentina welcomes the fact that the situation in Tajikistan is being addressed in the form of a briefing open to interested delegations. We should also like to express our gratitude for the update provided by the Secretariat, in the person of Assistant Secretary- General Hedi Annabi, and for the interim report of the Secretary-General contained in document S/2000/214. We should like to express particular appreciation for the important work carried out by the United Nations Mission of Observers in Tajikistan (UNMOT) since its creation in 1994. It is worth noting that, after years of fighting, the transition period provided for in the General Agreement has been completed, and that the United Nations, in the form of UNMOT, has played an essential role in this process.”

    2000-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4115 (2000) · source

33. “I believe that the exchange of bilateral visits will foster genuine reconciliation between the peoples and the authorities of both countries and make it possible to resolve the refugee problem as well as problems related to the borders between East and West Timor. The Indonesian military authorities have proposed that General de los Santos set up joint monitoring posts along the borders. In this respect, I should like to hear what UNTAET's reaction has been to that proposal and what additional measures are being considered to put an end to the border incidents.”

    2000-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4114 (2000) · source

34. “With regard to border incidents, we cannot fail to express our concern about increased tension along the land border of East Timor as a result of the actions of some militia elements. In this regard, we would like to express our support for UNTAET's response, which enhanced security in those regions and responded energetically to the attacks. We believe that response shows militia members that the United Nations stands ready to preserve the integrity and stability of East Timor and the lives of all Timorese by using all the means provided for in Security Council resolution 1272 (1999). I should like to reiterate once again the need for those militias to be completely unarmed and for increased monitoring of the border areas. Finally, we would like to express our satisfaction at the visit of President Wahid of Indonesia to East Timor.”

    2000-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4114 (2000) · source

35. “The second has to do with the illegal activities being carried out on the land border of East Timor. As far as refugees are concerned, although tremendous efforts have been made in order to allow the return of over 153,000 persons to East Timor, there are still at least 50,000 other Timorese who are prepared to return. The other aspect of this problem involves individuals who wish to remain in Indonesia and who have to be reintegrated economically and socially into that country. We think that the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) and the specialized agencies should give the highest priority to resolving these issues in close cooperation with the Indonesian authorities.”

    2000-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4114 (2000) · source

36. “Up to now, it has been possible to make progress in the setting up of civil administration and judicial structures, and the tremendous work to rebuild the infrastructure and educational and health system of the territory has commenced. It is very positive that the entire effort has been carried out in close consultation and cooperation with the Timorese people, as represented in the National Consultative Council. We would like to congratulate in particular the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Vieira de Mello, for his efforts and for the successes he has had to date. Nevertheless, we cannot fail to mention our concern about two issues that, despite the passage of time, have not yet been satisfactorily resolved. The first of those concerns has to do with the problem of refugees, especially in West Timor.”

    2000-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4114 (2000) · source

37. “Mr. Cappagli (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): I would first of all like to thank Assistant Secretary-General Annabi for the complete and useful information he has given us. I would also like to thank the delegation of Bangladesh for its excellent initiative to hold an open briefing on the question of East Timor. My delegation has always said that it is necessary for there to be greater transparency in the work of the Council through the holding of meetings in which non-members of the Council can participate. There can be no doubt that the United Nations has carried out a task of great magnitude during these first months of the territory's transitional period towards independence.”

    2000-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4114 (2000) · source