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first: 2012-11-30
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“With that expectation, donors, regional, subregional and other international organizations and civil society actors can play an important role in promoting capacity-building, including through education and training on issues related to the rule of law. Terrorism continues to pose one ofthe most serious threats to international peace and security. However, all measures used in the fight against terrorism must be in compliance with the obligations of States under international law. In a similar manner, based on the principles of shared responsibility and in accordance with international law, we need to cooperate to dismantle illicit networks and counter the drug problem and transnational organized crime in order to strengthen the rule of law.”
2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source
“In that respect, national ownership of the rule of law is crucial. We need to promote rule-of- law assistance activities and strengthen justice and security institutions that are accessible and responsive to citizens' needs and that promote social cohesion and economic prosperity. It is equally important to recognize the need for enhanced efforts aimed at capacity-building in justice and security institutions, especially in the police, prosecutorial, judicial and corrections sectors. There is an obvious demand for strengthened international cooperation among Member States for the promotion of the rule of law in all its aspects.”
2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source
“Turkey therefore endeavours to strengthen the role of mediation in the peaceful settlement of disputes and in conflict prevention and resolution, along with the other members of the Group of Friends of Mediation, which it co-chairs with Finland. The success of efforts to promote the rule of law at the international level depends on ensuring States' strict compliance with the accepted rules and principles, particularly those embodied in the Charter ofthe United Nations and those arising from obligations under multilateral treaties and international law in general. Adherence to international law and respect for the rule of law are intertwined, and securing them both constitutes one of the core missions of the United Nations. The rule of law is not an abstract concept. We need to find better ways and means to apply it in concrete terms.”
2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source
“In that vein, justice, including transitional justice, is a fundamental building block of sustainable peace in countries in conflict and post-conflict situations. It is evident that there is an urgent need for the international community to assist and support such countries. Member States, bound by the Charter of the United Nations, reaffirm their duty to settle their international disputes by peaceful means, and utilizing and promoting tools for the pacific settlement of disputes is of the utmost importance. We need to strengthen our response at all stages of the conflict cycle - from prevention to resolution and the implementation of peace agreements. In that context, mediation is a cross-cutting tool to be utilized at all stages of the conflict cycle.”
2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source
“While keeping in mind that the need for universal adherence to the implementation of the rule of law remains crucial, we need to promote justice and the rule of law as indispensable elements for peaceful coexistence and the prevention of armed conflicts. The rule oflaw applies to all States equally, as well as to international organizations, including the United Nations and its principal organs. In that respect, the promotion of the rule of law and justice should guide all of their activities and provide predictability and legitimacy to their actions. Today, we all concur that the rule of law is one of the key elements of conflict prevention, peacekeeping, conflict resolution and peacebuilding.”
2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source
“At the outset, I would like to congratulate Lithuania on assuming the presidency of the Security Council for the month of February and thank you, Madam President, for convening today's thematic open debate. We would like to reaffirm our commitment to the rule of law and we stress its fundamental importance for political dialogue and cooperation among all States. We are of the opinion that the rule of law has a fundamental role in the further development of the three main pillars upon which the United Nations is built, namely, international peace and security, human rights and development. It is evident that a comprehensive approach to sustainable peace requires an integrated approach based on coherence among the various political, security, development, human-rights and rule-of-law and justice activities.”
2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source
“I believe that today's open debate is focused on the achievement of meaningful reconciliation based on shared historical understanding that helps to cement lasting peace. That is why we need to help forge an agreed and shared narrative and memory of a troubled past, rather than honing one-side narratives. We continue to seek an open and honest dialogue with Armenia. We hope that Armenia will seize this historic opportunity to replace the language of subjective conviction with the language of objective knowledge.”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“In that context, it is important to recognize that memory does not, on its own, constitute reality. Often, as in the case of the controversy between Turks and Armenians regarding that painful episode of their common past, national memories can clash. We believe that deriving animosity from history by trying to imprint on others an incriminating and one-sided view of the past and calling for selective compassion is not the proper way to respect the memory of many Turks, Armenians and others who lost their lives during the First World War. It is therefore important to face history in its entirety and through the impartial scientific examination of the historical records and archives so that the right lessons can be drawn from history and a common, fair memory can be reached.”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“As we discuss and attempt to strengthen our capacities to better deal with post-conflict factors, we should not stop intensifying our efforts to prevent conflicts. We should also strengthen all instruments at our disposal for preventing and resolving conflicts, including mediation. I should like to respond to the remarks made by the Ambassador of Armenia concerning the events of 1915. As is well known, genocide is a precisely defined concept in international law, and its proof requires high standards of evidence. That is why this concept must not be used lightly to promote spurious historical narratives. Moreover, the allegations of genocide regarding the events of 1915 have never been legally or historically substantiated. In the same vein, there is neither political nor legal consensus as to the nature of those events.”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“The establishment ofa positive, forward-looking agenda will be more beneficial to creating a peaceful future in which communities can make a fresh start. Fifthly, reconciliation does not mean impunity. In order to achieve true reconciliation, those responsible for the most serious crimes, crimes against humanity, genocide and war crimes must be held accountable. Sixthly, it must always be remembered that reconciliation is mostly a long-term and complex process. We must not give up efforts at the first sight of obstacles. On this note, let me pay tribute once again to the memory of the late President Nelson Mandela for his unrelenting efforts in pursuit of and success in achieving national reconciliation.”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“They would help to secure the necessary scientific data that could be critical in later stages on the way to establishing common, objective historical ground. Also, third parties often play an important role. They may hold key data in their archives. The United Nations could assist reconciliation processes by urging third parties to unconditionally provide the relevant mechanisms with the necessary information for an unbiased, objective and scientific account of the historical narrative. Fourthly, although establishing historical facts may be important, reconciliation should focus on the future. It is essential to create an atmosphere that promotes understanding, tolerance and cooperation in order to achieve true reconciliation. Reconciliation must not be narrowed down to revisiting the past or used to revive old animosities.”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“Thirdly, parties should be enabled to meet on a common objective historical ground. The establishment of historical facts through scientific means, such as impartial and objective historical commissions that may be formed by the parties, or even with the participation ofthird parties, can be very useful to laying the common ground on which reconciliation can be built. In this context, the proposals in the concept note of the Jordanian presidency (S/2014/30, annex) are noteworthy. The establishment of United Nations historical advisory teams to assist local authorities in securing documents and archives could be useful. Additionally, United Nations assistance in building local capacities for national archives or national historical commissions, where necessary, could also be beneficial.”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“Reconciliation cannot be forced and can be sustainable only with the consent of the parties. Reconciliation is a process for which local populations bear the primary responsibility. The international community and the United Nations must support local reconciliation efforts, but they should not attempt to act as a substitute. In this context, the United Nations is an important actor, possessing the legitimacy, capability and experience to assist by providing technical support mechanisms and agreements that are required as the bases of reconciliation processes. The United Nations and the international community should provide the necessary political, financial and logistical support for such mechanisms that can help achieve reconciliation in the pursuit of lasting peace.”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“The international community, the United Nations and regional and subregional organizations have a role to play in helping to forge conditions that enable reconciliation through the various instruments at their disposal, including mechanisms such as history, truth, inquiry commissions, panels and tribunals. But in this process, the following factors must always be borne in mind. First, no two conflicts are alike. The requirements for reconciliation efforts will differ according to the conflict, as well as to political, social, economic, cultural and historical factors. While in some cases truth commissions may facilitate reconciliation, in others tribunals could be successful. Secondly, ownership of the reconciliation process by the parties is a determining factor.”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“Peacebuilding efforts today pertain mostly to the development of a political, economic, security and institutional environment conducive to the establishment of lasting peace. But ensuring a favourable social environment is also key, as psychological and social factors will often directly affect efforts in other areas, from politics to security. Parties to a conflict may have divergent historical narratives and even selective memories that pollute the social, political and security environment, become an obstacle to reconciliation and contribute to relapse into conflict. In this context, along with developments in other areas, we must strive to reach a common historical narrative in order to provide local populations with a brighter, conflict- and war-free future.”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“Turkey aligns itself with the statement delivered earlier by the observer of the European Union, but let me make some additional remarks in my national capacity. First, I wish to express my appreciation to the Jordanian presidency for convening this open debate on an issue of great importance to the United Nations and the Member States. The number of speakers today is a clear reflection of the interest in this issue. I would also like to thank Under-Secretary-GeneralFeltman for his briefing. Indeed, avoiding war and historical tensions, maintaining peace and achieving reconciliation are fundamental objectives of the work of the United Nations, so we welcome this opportunity to engage in a debate on this issue.”
2014-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7105 (2014) · source
“In conclusion, I would like to voice our strong belief that the United Nations will continue to play a crucial role during and after the transition. I would particularly like to commend the valuable efforts of the United Nations, and UNAMA in particular, and to express our heartfelt gratitude to Special Representative of the Secretary-General Kubis and his hard-working team.”
2013-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7085 (2013) · source
“When in doubt about the future of Afghanistan, we should remember the achievements of the past 12 years, as well as the strength and resilience of the Afghan people as they strive for better tomorrows, no matter what the conditions are. That being said, the continued display of will on the part of the international community will strengthen the hopes of the Afghan people for the future and help ensure a smooth transition. I would like to stress in particular that ensuring that the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has the necessary resources to fulfil its mandate will be key both during and after the transition. Turkey will always remain in solidarity with the Afghan people and continue to contribute to a safe, secure and prosperous Afghanistan, as we have done for many decades.”
2013-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7085 (2013) · source
“As international forces withdraw, regional cooperation grows in importance for sustainability in Afghanistan and beyond. We are glad to observe the increased momentum in the Istanbul Process, and we look forward to its next ministerial meeting in China. We also welcome all trilateral, quadrilateral and multilateral initiatives centred around Afghanistan and the constructive role played by the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. We support efforts to enhance regional connectivity and economic growth, and attach particular importance to the completion and maintenance of local railroad and land routes and the enhancement of civil aviation capabilities. Afghanistan has come a long way.”
2013-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7085 (2013) · source
“Robust domestic and international observation will be essential before and during the elections to identify and address those challenges. Following the elections, international support for democratization and institution-building should continue. The United Nations should continue its assistance in terms of capacity-building and technical support. Addressing grave human rights matters, particularly violence against women and girls, and the issue of civilian casualties should be another priority in the short and long runs. Long-term solutions can be reached only through inclusive, Afghan-owned and led reconciliation. The focus should remain on that issue, with the facilitating role of the United Nations and the help of Afghanistan's regional partners.”
2013-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7085 (2013) · source
“Efforts towards a level of relative economic self-reliance are also crucial. Looking at the current state of affairs, we are glad to see that a conscious strategy that draws its strength from local ownership and seeks to put together various strands of efforts into a meaningful whole is in place. The April 2014 elections are approaching. The acceptance and legitimacy of those elections will be crucial to ensuring the well-being and sustainability of the Afghan State, based on local ownership. Therefore, keeping the elections fair, inclusive and free from internal and external interference and fraud will be key. The positive momentum in the technical preparations for the 2014 elections is well noted. The three main challenges are security, accessibility and inclusiveness.”
2013-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7085 (2013) · source
“I would like to thank Special Representative Jan Kubis for his comprehensive briefing and Ambassador Tanin for his remarks. We continue to welcome the encouraging signals from Afghanistan in the fields of security, democratization, good-neighbourly relations and regional cooperation. Yet political, economic, social, security and humanitarian challenges remain, as do perceived uncertainties about the future. Addressing those uncertainties will be crucial for building a sustainable and confident Afghanistan at peace with its neighbours and the world. Let me emphasize that lasting peace and stability in Afghanistan can be maintained only by the Afghans themselves in a spirit of national unity. Good governance, the rule of law and protecting human rights can meaningfully improve only on that basis.”
2013-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7085 (2013) · source
“In conclusion, I would like to thank the Security Council, member States and all relevant United Nations bodies, in addition to all relevant stakeholders at the local, national, regional and global levels that have made the issue of sexual Violence against women in conflict a priority. Our special thanks goes to the Special Representative Bangura, whose exemplary dedication in fighting against sexual violence in conflicts, including combating impunity, we continue to admire and strongly support.”
2013-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7044 (2013) · source
“Combating sexual Violence is an issue that should also be dealt with on a broader societal scale. As individuals and groups from all sectors of society raise their voices higher against this atrocity, we will all be able to stand stronger in our struggle. That requires a need for stronger interaction with civil society, grass- roots institutions and women's organizations, as well as the private sector and the media. A significant number ofpeace agreements fail within the first five years of signature. Among the various reasons for this outcome, the lack of inclusiveness is evident. The full, equal and meaningful participation of women at the decision-making level is crucial for assuring that the political, social and economic outcomes of peace talks and mediation efforts address their specific issues and concerns.”
2013-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7044 (2013) · source
“Combating impunity is possible only by building transparent, effective, non-discriminatory and functioning institutions and justice systems. It is vital to ensure that women and girls have access to judicial institutions and proper representation. We in the international community should pursue our efforts to support gender-sensitive judicial reform and capacity- building. It is important to provide gender expertise in peacekeeping operations and peacebuilding efforts, as well as to ensure the participation of women in those efforts. The health sector is another area that should be strengthened to deal with sexual violence in armed conflict. Rehabilitation to address the mental, physical and psychological trauma suffered by women and girls should not be delayed, so that they can move on and rebuild their lives.”
2013-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7044 (2013) · source
“Those suffering sexual Violence often find it difficult to speak out, especially in situations of prolonged conflict. Today's debate serves to highlight the strong will power of the international community to combat sexual Violence in conflict. Now is time to focus on the ways and means to do so by sharing best practices and talking about specific measures that can be adopted. In that sense, we find the focus of today's debate on the rule of law and transitionaljustice in conflict and post-conflict situations extremely useful, and would like to thank the Azerbaijani presidency for convening it. The elimination of the root causes of conflict is the best way to prevent sexual violence and to address impunity.”
2013-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7044 (2013) · source
“Turkey was also glad to join in the launch of the Declaration of Commitment to End Sexual Violence in Conflict at the ministerial level on the sidelines of the General Assembly's general debate. However, despite all those efforts, sexual violence in armed conflict remains one of the most neglected crimes. Sadly, the situation in Syria, just across our border, is a vivid example of that. Turkey echoes the condemnation voiced very recently by the Council of the acts of sexual and gender-based Violence and abuse taking place in Syria. However, as we most regretfully know, a culture of impunity tends to prevail in conflicts and in post-conflict situations. Violators are not adequately punished, if punished at all. Victims lack sufficient access to justice, physical and psychological treatment or support.”
2013-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7044 (2013) · source
“Sexual Violence can exacerbate and prolong armed conflicts and may impede the restoration of international peace and security, as posited in many relevant Security Council resolutions to date. We welcome the fact that the international community has been paying increasing attention to the crime of sexual Violence in conflict. The Security Council has hosted many debates on the issue and addressed the crucial issues of transitional justice, capacity-building and the rule of law. International and regional organizations are devoting more attention to this topic. The draft decision of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) Ministerial Council on the OSCE action plan on the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000), which Turkey is sponsoring together with Austria, Finland and Kazakhstan, is a recent example of this.”
2013-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7044 (2013) · source
“At the outset, I would like to congratulate you, Sir, on Azerbaijan's accession to the presidency of the Security Council this month. Turkey welcomes the adoption of resolution 2122 (2013) on women, peace and security by the Council earlier today. I would like to commend the United Nations team of experts on the rule of law and sexual violence for their valuable work. Sexual Violence in armed conflicts, from the early stages of conflict to its aftermath, is one of the gravest human rights abuses committed against women and girls. In situations of conflict, sexual Violence is often used as a weapon of war - a strategy to deprive human beings of their most basic rights, their safety, security and dignity.”
2013-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7044 (2013) · source
“In concluding my statement, I would like to voice our strong belief that the United Nations will continue to play its crucial role during and after the transition. I would particularly like to commend the valuable efforts of the United Nations - and the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan in particular - and express our heartfelt gratitude to Special Representative of the Secretary-General Kubis and his hard-working team.”
2013-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7035 (2013) · source
“The region must come together to transform common problems into mutual interests. In that regard, we welcome the momentum in the Istanbul Process and appreciate China's offer to host the next ministerial conference next year. We are also grateful for the pledges made by supporters of the Istanbul Process and are convinced that their practical implementation will help to operationalize the Process even further. We also welcome trilateral and quadrilateral initiatives and the constructive role played by the Shanghai Cooperation Organization in support of Afghanistan. Turkey will always remain in solidarity with the Afghan people and continue to contribute to a safe, secure and prosperous Afghanistan, as we have done for many decades.”
2013-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7035 (2013) · source
“An inclusive and comprehensive peace and reconciliation process, owned and led by Afghans, is also necessary. International support to Afghanistan must continue. As Afghanistan's regional and international partners, we should spare no effort to contribute to a secure, peaceful and self-sufficient Afghanistan. That is in our mutual interest. Finally, transforming the heart of Asia into a zone of peace, stability and prosperity requires strong regional commitment. As international forces are withdraw, regional cooperation gains have increased the importance of achieving sustainable peace, stability and prosperity in Afghanistan and beyond. Further connectivity will facilitate economic development, stability and self-sustainability and help create a more favourable business environment in Afghanistan.”
2013-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7035 (2013) · source
“Natural disasters, epidemic diseases, drought and chronic poverty pose grave humanitarian threats. The most vulnerable segments of society, especially children, women, girls and elderly people, continue to be at risk. It is essential to remain in touch with those realities on the ground. I would like to touch upon four buzzwords that we deem important for the future of Afghanistan. The first is local ownership. We strongly welcome recent announcements by Afghanistan indicating a clear desire to assume responsibility for its own future in security, the economy, electoral processes and human rights. The second, capacity-building, complements local ownership. Achieving good governance and the rule of law is key to a successful transition. Free, fair and accountable elections in 2014 should be backed by efficient institutions.”
2013-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7035 (2013) · source
“I would like to begin my statement by thanking Special Representative of the Secretary-General Jan Kubis for his comprehensive briefing, and Ambassador Tanin for his words. We continue to welcome the positive signs coming from Afghanistan. The assumption of full security responsibilities by Afghanistan, the momentum achieved in preparation for the 2014 elections with the agreement on key legislation, the positive signs in terms of the country's engagement with its neighbours and the significant progress in the operationalization of the Istanbul Process are promising developments. Yet, we must remain cautious and vigilant. Political, economic and security challenges remain. The transition is marked by uncertainty. The number of casualties among Afghan security forces and civilians is rising. The future of the peace process is unclear.”
2013-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7035 (2013) · source
“The second point we would like to raise relates to the issue of dialogue with non-State armed groups. We uphold the principle of humanitarian access to civilians. However, we also believe that in doing so we should be extremely careful not to give terrorist organizations any sense of legitimacy. Terrorist organizations in various parts of the world attempt to exploit humanitarian approaches in order to gain international acceptance and recognition. Thirdly, we believe that United Nations documents should not refer positively to non-governmental organizations that are known to have been exploited by terrorist organizations.”
2013-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7019 (2013) · source
“With reference to some of the issues highlighted in the concept note for today's debate (S/2013/447, annex), and in view of the Secretary-General's upcoming report on the subject, I would like to underline three additional important issues. First, with regard to the application ofthe concept of the protection of civilians, let me reiterate our position that counter-terrorism efforts do not constitute armed conflict and cannot be considered as such. We should make a clear distinction between counter-terrorism efforts by law enforcement agencies and armed conflict. But we must also be cautious about deliberate attempts to portray legitimate popular movements as terrorism. Turkey strongly condemns all acts of terrorism and acknowledges the legitimate right of Governments to combat them.”
2013-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7019 (2013) · source
“The total number of Syrians who have sought shelter in various parts of Turkey now exceeds half a million, and the resources allocated to Syrians in need have surpassed $1.5 billion. Turkey will continue to stand by the Syrian people. However, as we have said on numerous occasions, the principle of burden-sharing should not be disregarded and the international community, and the Security Council in particular, should shoulder its responsibility to act urgently, resolutely and collectively. That being said, I would like to emphasize that this platform has been abused once again by one delegation making baseless allegations that Turkey has already categorically rejected. That cannot dissuade us from standing firmly by the Syrian people, whose voice, unfortunately, cannot be heard here.”
2013-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7019 (2013) · source
“The bloodshed there must be ended with a political solution and a meaningful transition. Unfortunately, the work of the humanitarian institutions trying to provide assistance to Syrian internally displaced persons is being severely hampered by the bureaucratic hurdles created by the Syrian regime and confirms the relevance of the calls for unhindered access to all areas by the most convenient and effective routes. New and creative methods are needed to ensure safe and sustainable humanitarian access, including for cross-border operations. Turkey is doing its utmost to respond to the consequences of the Syrian crisis. We are currently hosting more than 200,000 Syrians in 20 camps, maintaining decent living conditions and providing for their health, education and social needs.”
2013-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7019 (2013) · source
“Accountability for serious violations of international humanitarian and human-rights law must be strengthened in order to bring the perpetrators to justice and prevent future crimes. There is no doubt that the primary obligation for protecting civilians lies with States. However, the international community also has a shared responsibility to help protect civilians in situations where States clearly fail to do so. The Security Council has a particular and inevitable obligation in that regard, which has direct consequences on the ground. Syria is a case in point for all the issues I have just raised. The humanitarian situation in Syria is grimmer every day. The regime, which has tried to suppress the legitimate demands of its people through the indiscriminate use of force, has failed to fulfil its responsibility to protect its civilians.”
2013-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7019 (2013) · source
“The protection of civilians in armed conflict is a shared concern and a top priority for the international community. Unfortunately, the vast majority of casualties in armed conflicts continue to be civilians. We condemn all attacks on civilians and are deeply concerned about their destructive effects, particularly on women and children. More effort must be made to enhance compliance with international humanitarian, human-rights and refugee law so as to protect civilians more effectively. Furthermore, the principles of distinction and proportionality must be upheld. At the same time, we should always strive to provide humanitarian aid to affected populations, and the parties involved in conflicts should take all necessary measures to ensure unimpeded and safe humanitarian access.”
2013-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7019 (2013) · source
“I would like to express our appreciation to Argentina for organizing this open debate on a very relevant issue, thereby giving us another opportunity to provide input for the Secretary- General's upcoming report on the subject. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General and the representatives of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights and the International Committee of the Red Cross for their remarks. On this tenth anniversary of the heinous terrorist attack on the United Nations headquarters in Baghdad, our thoughts are with the survivors and families of the victims. We take this opportunity to pay tribute to the brave men and women serving under the United Nations flag across the world.”
2013-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7019 (2013) · source
“They cannot dissuade us from standing firmly by the Syrian people, whose voice, unfortunately, cannot be heard here. Before I conclude, I would like to express Turkey's earnest commitment to making every effort to further advance cooperation between the United Nations and regional and subregional organizations. It is in that same spirit that we fully support the draft presidential statement prepared by Argentina.”
2013-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7015Resumption1 (2013) · source
“We commend the remarkable efforts of the African Union and such subregional organizations as the Economic Community of West African States, the Economic Community of Central African States, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, the Southern African Development Community and the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region to ensure peace, security and stability throughout the continent. The Organization of Islamic Cooperation, which has members on four different continents, plays a particularly unique role in helping to consolidate the foundation of global peace and creating a better understanding between different cultures and religions. This platform has once more been abused in order to make total misrepresentations that Turkey has already categorically rejected.”
2013-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7015Resumption1 (2013) · source
“We firmly support the United Nations policy of intensified engagement with regional organizations, including the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-building Measures in Asia, the League of Arab States, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, the Organization of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation, the Pacific Islands Forum, the Community of Portuguese-speaking Countries, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States, the Union of South American Nations and the Organization of American States. We applaud the cooperation between the United Nations and the African Union, bearing in mind that two-thirds of the work of the Security Council is on issues related to Africa.”
2013-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7015Resumption1 (2013) · source
“We therefore welcome the collaboration on mediation, and specifically capacity-building, between the secretariats of the United Nations and the regional organizations as a concrete example of fruitful interaction. The technical assistance provided by the Mediation Support Unit of the United Nations Department of Political Affairs to such organizations has contributed to enhancing their capacities in this very important area. Turkey is a proud member or has observer status in many of the organizations represented here today.”
2013-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7015Resumption1 (2013) · source
“Conflict prevention through early warning, political mediation, cooperative interaction, confidence-building, post-conflict peacebuilding, reconstruction and the protection of civilians, including women and children, are as central as peacekeeping. Regional organizations have unique perspectives on and a local understanding of conflicts, cultural norms and security challenges in their region, giving them a comparative advantage. In that context, they are making a growing contribution to effectively complementing the work of the United Nations in preventing and resolving conflicts, including through mediation. Turkey, as co-Chair, with Finland, of the Group of Friends of Mediation and its 45 members, recognizes the key role such organizations play in mediation.”
2013-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7015Resumption1 (2013) · source
“Addressing them entails strong and influential regional partners. That is particularly the case for peacekeeping and peacebuilding endeavours. Any contribution by regional organizations in those areas is of great importance, not only for burden-sharing purposes but also to ensure regional ownership. In that regard, we are particularly grateful to organizations such as the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, the League of Arab States, the African Union and the European Union for their determined efforts and exemplary commitment. Furthermore, cooperation should not be limited to peacekeeping efforts.”
2013-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7015Resumption1 (2013) · source
“That role is clearly spelled out in the Charter, and its importance has been emphasized in various Council resolutions and presidential statements. We welcome the regional organizations' keen interest in working with the United Nations and further strengthening their cooperation. We hope the Security Council will seize this opportunity to benefit from the insightful perspectives from various regional viewpoints in better facing the urgent challenges that confront us all. Building upon that renewed commitment, we should explore new and practical patterns of enhanced cooperation and introduce the necessary mechanisms for their implementation. After all, in today's volatile security environment, the United Nations is not capable of dealing alone with all the problems threatening international peace and security.”
2013-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7015Resumption1 (2013) · source
“At the outset, allow me to congratulate Argentina for assuming the presidency of the Security Council for this month and to wish you, Madam President, every success. I would also like to express our appreciation for the scheduling of this important debate. And I thank the Secretary-General and the representatives of the regional organizations for their statements. As encouraged in Chapter VIII of the Charter of the United Nations, effective cooperation between the United Nations and regional and subregional organizations is of crucial significance in maintaining international peace and security. Although the primary responsibility remains with the Security Council, regional and subregional organizations also play an important role in that regard.”
2013-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7015Resumption1 (2013) · source
“We attach particular importance to the completion and maintenance of local railroad and land routes, the development of regional economic projects and the enhancement of civil aviation capabilities. Turkey will always remain in solidarity with the Afghan people and continue to contribute to a safe, secure and prosperous Afghanistan, as we have done for many decades. In conclusion, I would like to voice our strong belief that the United Nations will continue to play its crucial role during and after the transition. I would particularly like to commend the valuable efforts of the United Nations, and UNAMA in particular, and express our heartfelt gratitude to Special Representative of the Secretary-General Kubis and his hard-working team.”
2013-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6983 (2013) · source