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Chowdhury

lines on the record: 1,172
first: 1997-03-06
most recent: 2009-08-07
sittings or episodes: 146
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“There should be zero tolerance with respect to the perpetrators, and impunity must be ended. It is therefore crucial to mobilize leadership, ensure accountability, provide adequate resources, identify challenges and address the root causes in protecting women and girls.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180Resumption1 (2009) · source
“The number of women from Bangladesh in peacekeeping is set to increase in the coming days in order to ensure gender balance in our share of the deployment. It is essential to make women's voices heard. Women's participation is necessary in the decision- making process in any post-conflict country. Emphasis should be placed on the electoral process in post- conflict environments in order to increase the participation of women as voters, candidates and electoral officials. A critical factor in the successful implementation of resolutions 1325 (2000) and 1820 (2008) is high- level commitment and accountability in administration, without which policy guidelines are of little use. We believe that the protection of women and girls from gender-based violence is a primary responsibility.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180Resumption1 (2009) · source
“As one of the major troop- and police- contributing countries, Bangladesh emphasizes the importance of the effective implementation of resolutions 1325 (2000) and 1820 (2008), as well as all relevant General Assembly resolutions, particularly 61/143 and 63/155. We wish to reiterate that there should be adequate representation of women at all levels of decision-making in conflict prevention and post-conflict rehabilitation. It is reassuring that multidimensional peacekeeping operations have such great potential to address the security of women. Troop- and police- contributing countries should continue to increase the number of uniformed and civilian female personnel. At present, only 8 per cent of all United Nations police officers are female; this number was 4 per cent in 2006.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Focused examination of such data is important to the formulation of policy guidelines and to undertaking preventive measures. The sharing of experiences and lessons learned on a regular basis is useful in guiding policy measures. We note with appreciation that this point has been reflected in the Secretary-General's report. While we stress the need for concrete actions to protect women from violence, we believe that substantial progress should be made in the area of prosecution. Precedent shows that perpetrators get away with crimes because of lengthy and complicated judicial processes. We feel that all concerned should facilitate the establishment of effective judicial systems. Moreover, measures should be taken to address the psychosocial needs of the victims.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180Resumption1 (2009) · source
“The adoption of resolution 1820 (2008) no doubt helped to draw global attention to the issue, but an effective plan of action involving the United Nations system, national and international actors, civil society, non-governmental organizations and other stakeholders should follow in order to curb such violence. My delegation finds merit in the conclusions and recommendations set out in the report, and we look forward to engaging with other Member States in working on them. My delegation also stresses the need for appropriate training programmes for the peacekeeping personnel deployed by the United Nations. On a number of occasions, my delegation has underlined the importance of availability of relevant data in analysing the plight of women and girls who are victims of conflicts.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Unfortunately, even nine years after the resolution's adoption, an increasing and alarming number of women and girls are becoming victims of violence. We are aware that poverty, the struggle for resources and socio-economic injustice lie at the heart of conflicts. The impact of this situation not only affects the safety and security of women, but also impairs the political, economic and overall security conditions of the relevant nations. The report of the Secretary-General (S/2009/362) pursuant to Security Council resolution 1820 (2008) provides us with disturbing information on violence against women.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Allow me at the outset to thank you, Mr. President, for convening this important debate. My delegation also thanks the Secretary-General for his briefing this morning. It is superfluous to say that women suffer most as victims of conflict. Even in peace processes, they are deprived of their due dividends. Women and girls are often viewed as bearers of cultural identities. Thus, they become prime targets. It is therefore essential that the Security Council devote serious attention to the issue of women and peace and security. We recall that Bangladesh, when it was a member of the Council, was closely associated with the adoption of the landmark resolution 1325 (2000). It is a document that applies not only to States, but to all actors involved in post- conflict peace processes.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180Resumption1 (2009) · source
“It is therefore necessary to make all resources available to ensure the maintenance of peace and security in a conflict area. We also believe in a wider partnership in peacekeeping. We emphasize that the contributor base should be expanded to ensure collective burden- sharing. Bangladesh welcomes the complementary role played by regional organizations in United Nations- mandated peacekeeping operations. Their role, however, must not be seen as a substitute for that of the United Nations. United Nations peacekeeping forces must maintain a true international character in order to uphold their universality, impartiality and neutrality. Turning to the New Horizon non-paper, we take note of the Secretariat's efforts to put these assessments and recommendations together.”
2009-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6178Resumption1 (2009) · source
“It is imperative and logical to benefit from the experience and expertise of the troop-contributing countries while planning, implementing, extending or adjusting peacekeeping mandates. The TCCs can undoubtedly contribute to the planning process of the Security Council in arriving at appropriate decisions on United Nations peacekeeping operations. Given the scale and complexity of peacekeeping, there is a lack of adequate human, financial and logistical resources. Although peacekeeping is one component among a range of overlapping and mutually reinforcing activities that include peacemaking, peacekeeping and peacebuilding, it is undeniably the critical building block and a crucial transitional phase that paves the way to lasting peace.”
2009-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6178Resumption1 (2009) · source
“I wish to stress that the Security Council should be able to address those causes of conflicts effectively and that further action should be taken to bridge the institutional divide between peacekeeping operations and post-conflict reconstruction. I would also stress the need for further harmonization and consolidation of United Nations-led initiatives, whereby lessons learned from Council- mandated integrated peacekeeping missions could be taken into account. We also emphasize the need for greater synergy between peacekeeping operations and peacebuilding activities. Regarding consultation with troop-contributing countries (TCCs), my delegation has spoken of this on a number of occasions. I would like to mention here that all necessary steps on such matters should be taken in compliance with resolutions 1327 (2000) and 1353 (2000).”
2009-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6178Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Many initiatives have been accomplished, some have not, and some are ongoing. I would like to mention the necessity of crafting clear, credible and achievable mandates. The Security Council, in its resolution 1327 (2000) on the Brahimi report (S/2000/809), resolved to give peacekeeping operations such mandates. Given the increased complexity of the mandated tasks of the missions, there is a need for well-defined and unambiguous mandates. The Security Council, in its resolution 1327 (2000), noted the need to address the root causes of violent conflict through the promotion of sustainable development and democratic society.”
2009-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6178Resumption1 (2009) · source
“First, let me congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month. I also wish to thank you for convening this important debate. My thanks also go to Under-Secretaries-General Le Roy and Malcorra and to Force Commander General Agwai for their comprehensive and informative briefings this morning. My delegation aligns itself with the statement delivered by the Permanent Representative of Morocco on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement. In addition, I wish to briefly highlight certain points that we believe to be important. United Nations peacekeeping operations have experienced many difficult situations in terms of their legitimacy and modus operandi. It is necessary to adjust their modes of operation while retaining the basic and guiding principles agreed upon by Member States.”
2009-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6178Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Otherwise, the whole effort to achieve the goal of founding an independent Palestinian State will be delayed. Bangladesh firmly believes that a comprehensive and just settlement is the key to peace in the Middle East. The relevant United Nations resolutions, the Arab Peace Initiative and the Middle East Road Map can be viewed as the guiding principles in this regard. Bangladesh hopes that all parties involved will take a pragmatic approach to this issue for the early implementation of the Road Map for Peace in the Middle East.”
2009-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6171Resumption1 (2009) · source
“The continuous defiance and blatant disregard of international law demonstrated by the occupying Power should be addressed by all concerned, including the Security Council and the international community. Effective measures should be taken to oblige the occupants to comply with international law, including the Fourth Geneva Convention, the relevant United Nations resolutions and the Road Map. We should demand that the Quartet assume greater responsibility in steering the peace process and in ensuring Israel's compliance with all relevant Security Council resolutions and principles of international law. As we continue to reiterate and strengthen our support for the Palestinian issue and for the long- standing human tragedy associated with it, we believe that the unity and solidarity of the Palestinians need to be preserved by all means.”
2009-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6171Resumption1 (2009) · source
“It is necessary to rededicate ourselves to the Palestinian cause of self-determination and statehood, and to work together to bring that aspiration to fruition. While Bangladesh welcomes the various initiatives and efforts undertaken on Palestine to date, it emphasizes that the lack of progress on those initiatives should not deter us from renewing our commitment to and intensifying our efforts for a permanent solution to this long-standing issue. We need to seize every opportunity and take measures to ensure that Israel and its patrons comply with the relevant United Nations resolutions on Palestine. All concerned must comply with Security Council resolution 1860 (2009). The United Nations, in particular the Security Council, must undertake the necessary measures to ensure the full and effective implementation of that resolution.”
2009-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6171Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Bangladesh condemns Israel's illegal settlement activity in the occupied Palestinian territory, which undermines the Palestinian territory's unity and contiguity. All concerned parties should call for an immediate freeze on the expansion of Jewish settlements, as well as for the dismantling of the existing ones in the occupied territories. 15 Another major cause for concern is the unilateral blockade imposed by the Israeli authorities. Such repressive measures affect the lives and livelihoods of the Palestinian people. Consequently, their social, political and economic institution-building stands crippled. Such injustice cannot be allowed to continue and must be rolled back in the interest of the free movement of people and access by the humanitarian agencies.”
2009-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6171Resumption1 (2009) · source
“It maintains affirmed solidarity with the Palestinian people in their just and legitimate struggle for self-determination and statehood. Our solidarity with the Palestinian cause and support for the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people are constant and unwavering. Bangladesh reiterates its long- standing position that the continued occupation of Palestine is the root cause of violence, unrest and destabilization in the region. The people of Palestine are being denied their fundamental rights to self- determination and to live freely in their own land. We believe that the establishment of an independent Palestinian State with East Jerusalem as its capital is the only sustainable solution to this long-lasting conflict.”
2009-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6171Resumption1 (2009) · source
“I shall deliver this statement on behalf of our Permanent Representative, but before doing so I wish to thank you, Mr. President, for convening today's meeting, which is of vital importance. I also wish to convey my appreciation to Mr. Oscar Fernandez-Taranco, Assistant Secretary-General for Political Affairs, for his very informative and comprehensive briefing this morning. I also wish to state that the Bangladesh delegation aligns itself with the statement delivered by the representative of Egypt in his capacity as Chairman of the Coordinating Bureau of the Non-Aligned Movement. In addition, I also wish briefly to make certain points that Bangladesh believes to be of importance. Bangladesh has always been committed to the cause of Palestine.”
2009-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6171Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Turning to the briefings by Under-Secretary- General Le Roy and Under-Secretary-General Malcorra, we take note of the New Horizon concept, which is likely to be presented for consideration by Member States in the near future. As a preliminary remark, I would like to refer to the reform initiatives considered by Member States in recent years and mention that the benefits of the reforms are yet to be fully assessed; any new reform initiative should take into account a thorough assessment of those earlier initiatives. We also take note of the challenges faced by United Nations peacekeeping operations. It is the prerogative of Member States to consider any proposal to enhance the efficiency of peacekeeping operations. My delegation is looking forward to working with the other Member States on this matter.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153Resumption1 (2009) · source
“My delegation would like to recall here that the Committee of Thirty-Four has encouraged the Working Group to implement recommendations concerning cooperation with TCCs, as contained in document S/2006/972. Meaningful consultation with the TCCs is not merely a customary practice but a necessity in the greater interest of peacekeeping operations. It is therefore of utmost importance that their views be taken into account. Given their wealth of experience and expertise, as well as the commitments they have made, the TCCs are in the best position to contribute to the process of mandating, planning and implementing peacekeeping operations. Needless to say, the sense of ownership of the TCCs, which is due to be further strengthened in the process, could be an added asset.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153Resumption1 (2009) · source
“It is important to mention, however, that briefings by the Secretariat intended for the TCCs should take place well ahead of mandate renewals and new mission mandates. In order to develop a mechanism for effective interactions, it is important to make explicit the available courses of action as specified by the Security Council and other intergovernmental bodies like the Committee of Thirty-Four (C-34). The possibilities of the Working Group of the Whole on United Nations Peacekeeping Operations are underutilized. The Working Group is supposed to address general and technical issues without prejudice to the competency of the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations of the General Assembly.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153Resumption1 (2009) · source
“At the same time, it is necessary to take into consideration the provisions of resolution 1327 (2000), which underlines the importance of an improved system of three-way consultations to foster a common understanding of the situation on the ground with regard to the mission's mandate and its implementation. That resolution provided for holding private meetings with the troop-contributing countries when considering a change, renewal or completion of a peacekeeping mandate or when a rapid deterioration in the situation on the ground threatened the safety and security of United Nations peacekeepers. This point was reiterated in presidential statement S/PRST/2001/3, which established a Working Group of the Whole on United Nations Peacekeeping Operations.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Resolution 1353 (2001) emphasized the need to continue consultations with TCCs as the principal means of consultations that may be convened at different stages of peacekeeping operations, including mission planning, change or renewal of mandate, rapid deterioration of the security situation on the ground, termination, withdrawal or scaling down in size of the operation, transition from peacekeeping to post- conflict peacebuilding, and so on. In this regard, my delegation believes that, when decisions need to be taken on peacekeeping operations, it is important for the Secretary-General to include in his regular reports to the Council information on the views expressed by the TCCs.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Following the Brahimi report, which emphasized the need for better coordination among the Security Council, TCCs and the Secretariat, in June 2001, under the Bangladesh presidency, the Security Council adopted the landmark resolution 1353 (2001), which provided the formats for such consultation. After eight years, while we have once again embarked on the debate on that same necessity, my delegation considers it prudent to examine whether or not the full scope provided under resolution 1353 (2001) has been explored.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153Resumption1 (2009) · source
“The size of human and financial resources has also seen exponential growth. Under the present circumstances, it is more necessary than ever to establish a genuine and meaningful relationship between those who plan, mandate and manage United Nations peacekeeping operations and those who implement the mandates. Such a relationship is needed in order to respond effectively to the increasingly complex challenges. It has been almost two decades that a debate on the issue of consultation with the TCCs has been ongoing, and the process has traversed through many initiatives and arrangements based on them.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153Resumption1 (2009) · source
“The delegation, referring to the tragic incident of genocide in Rwanda and the Secretary-General's earnest canvassing, which could in two months gather only one tenth of the authorized strength for the second United Nations Assistance Mission for Rwanda (UNAMIR II), asked "where will these troops come from unless all of us chip in?" Now, after almost 10 years, the relentless and unwavering support that Bangladesh has been providing to United Nations peacekeeping operations for the last two decades can amply testify that we, with our limited resources, have been able to live up to our commitment to international peace and security. Peacekeeping today has evolved into a complex and multidimensional phenomenon incorporating military, police and increasing numbers of civilian personnel to implement robust mandates.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Nine years back, in November 2000, the Bangladesh delegation, while speaking on the recommendations of the Brahimi report to this Council, emphasized in the context of the commitment gap the need for all Member States to provide troops for United Nations peacekeeping operations.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153Resumption1 (2009) · source
“At the outset, allow me to thank the Turkish presidency for organizing this debate on the relationship between the Security Council, the troop-contributing countries (TCCs) and the countries contributing financing, and on the way such relations could be further strengthened. I wish to thank you, Mr. President, for inviting my delegation to speak on this occasion. I would also like to thank Mr. Alain Le Roy, Under- Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, and Ms. Susan Malcorra, Under-Secretary-General for Field Support, for their very useful briefings. My delegation aligns itself with the statement made by the representative of Morocco, who spoke on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153Resumption1 (2009) · source
“This will require well-coordinated and multipronged actions by a wide range of actors, and sustained funding to rehabilitate and reintegrate returning child soldiers and other war-affected children into society. We would urge the Security Council to build on the gains achieved so far and address the existing gaps in the current system. To secure a better future for the world, we have to protect our posterity from the scourges of war and armed conflict. We simply cannot afford to be slacking in our endeavour.”
2009-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6114Resumption1 (2009) · source
“The increasing time lag between considering reports and issuing conclusions, however, needs to be addressed. Member States have to put in place durable protection mechanisms to prevent child recruitment and other abuses against children at the national and local levels. At the same time, national and international justice systems have to take stronger action to end impunity for crimes against children within their jurisdictions. We have a rich body indeed of international instruments for the protection of children in armed conflict, but the task ahead is also uphill. Our challenge is to ensure that this framework is used to maximum effect.”
2009-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6114Resumption1 (2009) · source
“The application of the monitoring and reporting mechanism should also be expanded to include all situations of concern identified in both annexes of the Secretary-General's report. A thorough evaluation of the action plans and of the monitoring and reporting mechanism would be helpful to ensure their effectiveness. Some kind of enforcement criteria could be contemplated to make parties listed in the annexes, particularly the persistent violators, comply fully with the action plans in a time-bound manner. The issues of children under foreign occupation need to be appropriately addressed. Dialogue with all parties to conflict, including non-State actors, is crucial to developing a workable action plan. We encourage the Working Group to utilize the full range of actions identified in its toolkit.”
2009-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6114Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Peace remains the main hope for securing the release of child soldiers from armed forces and groups. While we appreciate the gradual expansion of child protection provisions in the peacekeeping missions, we would therefore like to see such provisions made an integral part of the mandate of all ongoing and future peacekeeping and political missions. The Peacebuilding Commission has to ensure that children's protection, demobilization and reintegration needs are addressed in the initial planning and implementation of peacekeeping and peacebuilding operations. We are of the View that the Security Council's current framework to protect children from armed conflicts should give equal consideration to all six mandated grave violations.”
2009-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6114Resumption1 (2009) · source
“As society breaks down during conflict, many children perceive armed groups as their best chance for survival. While some are coerced, some join armed groups to escape poverty, while others do so out of desperation to avenge the killing of family members. Therefore, success in ending children's involvement in armed conflicts ultimately depends on addressing the root causes of motivation and on building societies where the rights and dignity of all children are upheld. Despite all the successes, the pace of progress is still slow and its impact is not yet felt by the tens of thousands of children in the ranks of fighting forces. While progress has been made through action plans to release child soldiers in several situations of concern, the overall situation of children in armed conflict remains grave.”
2009-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6114Resumption1 (2009) · source
“It is encouraging that the Council's monitoring and reporting mechanism on grave violations of children's rights has been established in all the situations of armed conflict listed in both the annexes to the most recent report of the Secretary-General (S/2009/ 158). The United Nations system-wide response to this issue is also laudable. The Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Ms. Coomaraswamy, deserves our particular praise for her dedicated efforts in this regard. The context of armed conflict has changed dramatically over the years. Diverse forms of political and armed violence have presented new threats to the protection of children. These emerging concerns necessitate prioritized and specific actions, as well as a visionary and forward-looking approach.”
2009-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6114Resumption1 (2009) · source
“Mr. President, first of all, I would like to thank you for organizing this important debate. My delegation takes due note of the Secretary- General's latest report on children and armed conflict. We believe the recommendations therein merit careful consideration and subsequent implementation and compliance by Member States and parties to conflicts. We commend the Security Council and its Working Group for their continued efforts to end violations against children in armed conflict. These initiatives have yielded significant and tangible successes. Several listed parties to armed conflict have adopted action plans to end their recruitment or use of child soldiers. Some have ended the practice. Others are engaged in active dialogue with United Nations, with the aim of being de-listed.”
2009-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6114Resumption1 (2009) · source
“While acknowledging the genuine difficulties faced by Member States, we should not be oblivious to the absence of genuine political will, which is a major reason behind the dismal level of national implementation. We urge the Member States that have not yet submitted their first national report to do so as soon as possible by taking full advantage of the assistance put forth and in a demonstration of genuine political goodwill.”
2007-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5635Resumption1 (2007) · source
“My delegation attaches the utmost importance to forging cooperation between the Security Council and international organizations and to the sharing of experiences and lessons learned between Member States and dedicated international bodies. That would go a long way to overcome the difficulties in implementing the obligations of resolutions 1540 (2004) and 1673 (2006). We should consolidate this campaign of cooperation and make the best use of it. Similar exchanges among Member States would complement each State's shortcomings and elevate the status of national implementation to the desired level, which would be a significant leap forward in the non- proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. In that context, we express our readiness to share our experiences and would expect reciprocation of the same.”
2007-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5635Resumption1 (2007) · source
“We are in the process of drafting national legislation on the Convention on Anti-Personnel Landmines and have destroyed all our stockpiles of landmines. Our draft national legislation on the Chemical Weapons Convention is now under active consideration by the Government. Bangladesh is still striving for a better degree of implementation by expanding the purview of its non- proliferation-related efforts and through strict enforcement of domestic measures already adopted. We are also in the process of preparing a supplementary report to update the 1540 Committee about the incremental progress we have attained on the domestic implementation front. The report will be submitted soon.”
2007-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5635Resumption1 (2007) · source
“We have been a forerunner in this field, particularly among the South Asian countries, by becoming a party to almost all major disarmament- related treaties covering nuclear, chemical, biological and conventional weapons. Bangladesh fully supports resolutions 1540 (2004) and 1673 (2006). Bangladesh neither develops, manufactures, possesses, transfers nor uses nuclear, chemical or biological weapons or their means of delivery. Nor does it provide any form of support to non-State actors that attempt to do so. We have no intention to acquire such weapons of mass destruction in future and have undertaken significant measures to implement the obligations of those two resolutions at the national level. Bangladesh has already submitted its first national report to the 1540 Committee.”
2007-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5635Resumption1 (2007) · source
“Against the backdrop of the small progress made in the implementation of Security Council resolutions 1540 (2004) and 1673 (2006), the convening of this meeting could not be more timely. I begin by thanking you, Mr. President, for your initiatives. We also appreciate the important contributions made by international organizations, particularly the International Atomic Energy Agency, the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons and the World Customs Organization in assisting the process of national implementation. Bangladesh is unequivocally committed to disarmament; this emanates from our constitutional obligations.”
2007-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5635Resumption1 (2007) · source
“Peace education and programmes, as well as other non-violent approaches to conflict prevention and resolution, will help us reach our goals. Robust pursuit of these aims may change the course of history. It will most certainly alter the future of the child today and, therefore, of the men and women tomorrow.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573Resumption1 (2006) · source
“There should be zero tolerance for the perpetrators of violence, particularly vis-a-vis girls; there should be absolutely no immunity in that regard. Finally, we have to avoid the perpetuation of cyclical violence. To prevent today's victims from becoming tomorrow's perpetrators, the values of a culture of peace must be inculcated in young and old alike. It is from this perspective that the Bangladeshi delegation every year tables in the General Assembly a draft resolution entitled "International Decade for a Culture of Peace and Non-Violence for the Children of the World, 2001-2010". It is our fervent hope that this year too, as in other years, the international community and the United Nations membership will provide it full support.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573Resumption1 (2006) · source
“It is important to encourage United Nations agencies and international financial institutions to devote particular attention to the rehabilitation and reintegration of children. Basic services like education, health care and housing should be provided. The involvement of local communities is crucial for imparting a sense of ownership and long- term sustainability. Technical and financial assistance need to be provided to countries, regions and subregional organizations that are involved in peacebuilding. We urge donors to continue their generosity in this endeavour. We believe that protection of children, particularly girls, from gender-based violence and abuse is a primary and enduring responsibility. High priority must be provided to the special needs and particular vulnerabilities of girls affected by armed conflict.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573Resumption1 (2006) · source
“This should include all categories of grave violations beyond recruitment and use of child soldiers, such as the killing and maiming of children, sexual and other grave acts of violence and denial of humanitarian access. Violence against children is usually further exacerbated in situations of foreign occupation. We are concerned at the fresh incidents involving children in the Middle East, particularly in Lebanon and in the occupied Palestinian territories. Preventive measures and concrete actions need to be urgently taken to extend them fullest protection. As a member of the Peacebuilding Commission, Bangladesh will remain ever vigilant in respect of the provisions of resolution 1612 (2005).”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573Resumption1 (2006) · source
“In peace processes, they are mostly ignored. To protect them from war and conflict is our collective responsibility. We need to seize the momentum of ongoing consensus in the children and armed conflict agenda. To usher in an era of application of international child protection standards, the Council must urge Governments and non-State actors to respect and uphold those standards. The Optional Protocols to the Convention on the Rights of the Child, the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court, the International Labour Organization Convention No. 182 and the Landmines Convention are all relevant in this context. It is now time for the Council to expand its focus.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573Resumption1 (2006) · source
“I would be remiss were I to begin without applauding Peru's skilful stewardship of the Council's proceedings. We thank the Secretary-General for his report (S/2006/826) on children and armed conflict pursuant to Security Council resolution 1612 (2005). We welcome the assumption of the office of Special Representative of the Secretary-General by Ms. Radhika Coomaraswamy in April 2006 and her excellent presentation this morning. We are heartened that the implementation and monitoring mechanism is in place. We appreciate the fact that the process included close collaboration with the key stakeholders. It is our hope that the time-bound action plans to prevent and end violations will be fully implemented in all situations of concern. Children remain most vulnerable in conflicts; they are always the worst sufferers.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573Resumption1 (2006) · source
“We believe that the protection of women and girls from gender-based violence and abuse is a primary and enduring responsibility. There should be zero tolerance with respect to the perpetrators. We will brook no impunity in this regard. All would agree that that is truly a noble goal; indeed, a nobler goal would be hard to find.”
2006-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5556Resumption1 (2006) · source
“We have integrated gender perspectives into some aspects of United Nations peacekeeping operations. However, in post-conflict peacebuilding efforts, much remains to be done. As one of the largest troop-contributing countries to United Nations peacekeeping operations, Bangladesh is ever-conscious of its responsibilities to incorporate essential elements of resolution 1325 (2000) in the pre-deployment training of peacekeepers. As a member of the Peacebuilding Commission, we will remain vigilant in our focus on the provisions of resolution 1325 (2000). That was evident during deliberations on Sierra Leone and Burundi. We will also do our best to ensure that our exhortations to all United Nations agencies in this regard remain sustained.”
2006-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5556Resumption1 (2006) · source
“Access to education and health care, combined with the provision of microcredit facilities, can unleash the entrepreneurial skills of women. Women's empowerment tends to marginalize extremist thought and action in the community. This addresses a root cause of violence and terror. The award of the 2006 Nobel Peace Prize to microcredit pioneer Professor Yunus of the Grameen Bank clearly demonstrates the linkage between poverty alleviation, women's empowerment and peace. Bangladesh, despite many and varied constraints, has set an example in this domain. It stands ready to share best practices with others of comparable milieu. The overall experience in implementing resolution 1325 (2000) at all levels of decision-making has been mixed. Sadly, violence against women continues to occur in war. That is also the case in times of peace.”
2006-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5556Resumption1 (2006) · source
“It is undeniable that in the consolidation of peace the role of women remains vital. We welcome the review of the System-wide Action Plan this year. We hope that we will succeed in overcoming its weaknesses through concerted efforts in the years to come. It is our hope that in integrating a gender perspective across the broad spectrum of the United Nations system, geographical, cultural and ethnic factors will be borne in mind. Adequate resources should also be mobilized to that effect. The active involvement of civil society and non- governmental organizations is a sine qua non in this respect. Based on our national experience, we believe that gender mainstreaming and the empowerment of women are categorical imperatives for development, as well as for social stability.”
2006-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5556Resumption1 (2006) · source