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Chowdhury

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first: 1997-03-06
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“We agree with the Prosecutor that a most effective form of outreach would be the hearing of ICTY proceedings in the former Yugoslavia. Fourthly, we need to firm up the process for taking our decisions on the ICTY reform proposals and on the recommendations of the Expert Group in the Council. In order to consider these, we would support the formation of an informal working group, which, within a stipulated time period of, for example, three months, would submit its recommendations for approval by the Council. Finally, this meeting has afforded us an opportunity to discuss the future of the ICTY. We hope that we will have similar occasions to discuss the Rwanda Tribunal in the near future.”
2000-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4161 (2000) · source
“We would like to emphasize that resources should be commensurate with responsibilities. Secondly, we support the recommendation of the Expert Group that the indictees having a major responsibility be brought to justice in the first place, rather than minor perpetrators. We are seriously concerned that some major political and military figures have remained at large. The Council should consider ways and means to secure their surrender or arrest for trial. The humanitarian laws will certainly be better protected if individuals in the higher chain of command are brought to justice. Thirdly, the outreach programmes of the Tribunals to develop public information programmes in the former Yugoslavia and elsewhere throughout the world regarding the work and objectives should be strengthened.”
2000-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4161 (2000) · source
“These, particularly the proposal for ad [item judges and the Appeals Chamber, should get a positive nod from this Council. The comments of the Secretary-General and the observations of the Prosecutor on the recommendations of the Expert Group are valuable additions. The Council will look into all these documents. I would like, at this point, to highlight the following four aspects for consideration. First, we attach importance to the need to ensure justice without delay. President Jorda has presented this aspect most strikingly in his statement. The enormous magnitude of the task and the need for prompt and effective delivery of justice has necessitated that the Tribunal should have adequate capabilities. We should look favourably at recommendations 20 and 21, on the increase in the number of judges and legal assistance personnel.”
2000-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4161 (2000) · source
“We commend the improvements made in the work of the ICTY since it was established. We also note that work is under way to address areas where further improvement is needed. We agree with the View that the time is right to examine the future of the ICTY. The reform proposals presented by President Jorda and the recommendations of the Expert Group, constituted by the Secretary-General upon the request of the General Assembly in resolutions 53/212 and 53/213, are relevant and important in designing improved practices and procedures of the International Tribunals. The prospective plan, as presented by President Jorda on behalf of the entire bench of ICTY judges, has presented very focused reform proposals and recommendations.”
2000-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4161 (2000) · source
“We appreciate the comprehensive briefing by Judge Claude Jorda on the work of the International Tribunal for the Prosecution of Persons Responsible for Serious Violations of International Humanitarian Law Committed in the Territory of the Former Yugoslavia since 1991 (ICTY). We find his presentation very engaging and full of substantive elements which need the Council's close attention. Bangladesh strongly believes that the ICTY, along with the Tribunal for Rwanda, have a historic responsibility to perform. Therefore every effort should be made to enable the two Tribunals to be credible and functional in the best possible way. We also believe that the performance of these Tribunals will have a serious implication for the proposed International Criminal Court.”
2000-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4161 (2000) · source
“We hope that the international community will come forward with generous contributions in these efforts of the Mission. In conclusion, while supporting strongly the extension of UNMIBH's mandate by another year - that is, until 21 June 2001 - we would like to underscore that the key role of UNMIBH is in the area of police restructuring and of the consolidation of the judicial system. Although some important initiatives have been launched and gains achieved, much of the progress will depend on overcoming factors causing obstruction and delays. We hope that, with the willingness and commitment of all parties concerned, such cooperation will increase and considerable headway in the efforts of UNMIBH will be possible.”
2000-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4154 (2000) · source
“It is a matter of satisfaction to note that some positive developments have occurred following the statement made on 22 March during the Bangladesh presidency of the Security Council. The recent breakthrough in the Herzegovina-Neretva canton, which allowed Bosniacs, for the first time since the war, to work in Croat-dominated Mostar, is a good example. The willingness of Croat leaders to make a constructive contribution to the peace process is commendable. We also appreciate the contributions by Member States to the Trust Funds administered by UNMIBH. Additional funds, however, are necessary to support the operations of the State Border Service and police restructuring, and to improve their efficiency and minority recruitment.”
2000-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4154 (2000) · source
“Not only is it a constitutional requirement, but the independence and effectiveness of work of the judicial institutions are dependent on these services. Thirdly, an essential component of the International Police Task Force is the assessment of the judicial system over a period of two years, which is due to be completed by the end of this year. The findings so far have not been unexpected: the judiciary has been found to be dysfunctional, to a varying extent, politically, professionally and structurally. The work of UNMIBH in the judicial area, which includes its assessment, recommendations and advisory role, has been playing a crucial role in building the judicial system. We believe that UNMIBH should continue to retain the necessary expertise in this area.”
2000-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4154 (2000) · source
“The United Nations Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina (UNMIBH), which has the onerous responsibility of implementing the Dayton Peace Accord, is playing a significant role in achieving these priorities. We would like in this statement to focus on three main points. First, UNMIBH has made good progress in its mandated area within the past year. This includes establishment of the State Border Service, a very important undertaking; registration under the Law Enforcement Personnel Registry programme; recruitment and redeployment of minority police personnel; and building ofthe police institution. Secondly, the establishment of court police services is still in its initial stages, particularly in the Republika Srpska. This initiative requires further emphasis.”
2000-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4154 (2000) · source
“I should like to thank Mr. Jacques Paul Klein, Special Representative and Coordinator of United Nations Operations in Bosnia and Herzegovina, for his very articulate briefing and update to the report of the Secretary- General on developments there. We had occasion to hear from Mr. Wolfgang Petritsch, High Representative for the Implementation of the Peace Agreement on Bosnia and Herzegovina, on 9 May. We supported his prioritization of the requirements of Bosnia for economic revitalization, return of refugees and internally displaced persons, and consolidation of common institutions. It is encouraging to note from the Secretary-General's report that there are visible and encouraging signs that peace is taking root in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
2000-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4154 (2000) · source
“The work of the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia is critically important for healing the wounds and providing for lasting peace in the Balkans. The same is true with respect to the contributions of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda to a lasting peace in Rwanda and the subregion. The Prosecutor's briefing is a solemn reminder of our collective responsibility for the onerous tasks entrusted to these two Tribunals. We must ensure that as, in the case of peacekeeping missions, the means are commensurate with the mandate.”
2000-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4150 (2000) · source
“Judge Jorda pleaded the case in great detail before the recent Peace Implementation Council. In her briefing, Ms. Del Ponte this morning underlined this aspect very forcefully. No one would dispute the fact that the necessary means should be provided to the Tribunals to meet their requirements. The Voluntary Trust Fund has been of immense help in sustaining the work of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda. We encourage all donors to continue to support the Tribunals. We understand that a report has been sent to the Secretary-General on possible adjustments in procedure, for economy in terms of both time and budget. We request the Secretariat to attend to the matter in an expeditious manner and submit recommendations for decision.”
2000-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4150 (2000) · source
“In the case of the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia, we are happy to note the increased collaboration with the Tribunal. We appreciate the cooperation extended to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), the Stabilization Force (SFOR) and the Kosovo Force (KFOR) in arresting the accused and gathering evidence. In this regard, the cooperation extended to the Tribunal by the Governments of the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Republic of Croatia, as we heard from the Prosecutor again this morning, deserves our special appreciation. We emphasize again the need for facilitation of access to the Prosecutor. Thirdly, there is the question of resources. The significant growth of the number of detainees, trial and appeals speak to the pressing need to increase the resources for the two Tribunals.”
2000-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4150 (2000) · source
“Several accused senior military and political figures remain at large. It is an outrage that some indictees have yet to be arrested, given that five years have elapsed since their indictment. The second issue is the cooperation of the countries and regional arrangements concerned. The success of the Tribunals in both cases depends largely on the collaboration of the States concerned and of those in their respective regions. In the case of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda, the cooperation extended to it by regional countries in Africa is very commendable. Such cooperation helped our efforts in the universal struggle against impunity, against genocide, and against crimes against humanity and war crimes.”
2000-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4150 (2000) · source
“The Tribunals stand against impunity. We pay tribute to the Prosecutor and to her colleagues for their tireless efforts in making a historic contribution to humanity. We are pleased to note that the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia and the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda have made progress, often under very difficult circumstances. Over the past few years, as the lists of detainees in each case show, many accused, including high-ranking officials, have been arrested, prosecuted and punished. The opening of new trials is evidence of this progress and dynamism. Today we will limit our remarks to three issues. The first is the question of the trial of the indictees. The international community must address the issue of apprehending high-ranking politicians and military officers indicted by the Tribunals.”
2000-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4150 (2000) · source
“Let me begin by extending our warmest congratulations to you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Council. We are confident that you will bring new dynamism and vision to the Council in its discharge of its responsibilities. Let me also pay tribute to Ambassador Wang Yingfan for steering the work of the Council with forbearance, determination and wisdom through an extraordinarily difficult month of May. We join colleagues in expressing our high appreciation to Ms. Carla Del Ponte for her briefing. It was time for the Council to have such an update, the last one being in November, and to reflect in a comprehensive manner on different aspects of the responsibilities entrusted by the Council to the International Tribunals for the Former Yugoslavia and Rwanda. The Prosecutors' responsibility is an onerous one.”
2000-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4150 (2000) · source
“As we mentioned at that time, this operation and the personnel involved should be covered by UNTAET's mandate. For UNTAET, it would be one more step towards closer cooperation with the Government of Indonesia, if that is so desired. We welcome the preparatory work for next month's donor conference in Lisbon. We are also encouraged to note that the various employment- generating projects are contributing to the redress of the unemployment situation, as reported by Mr. Annabi. Finally, the law and order situation remains an enduring concern to my delegation, as it adversely impacts on the return of refugees and the opportunities for development programmes.”
2000-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4147 (2000) · source
“We believe that the regulation recently adopted on the establishment of foreign government representative offices will open up opportunities for more interaction with the international community and facilitate communication and understanding of the situation on the ground in East Timor. We are happy to note that the Administration has started the collection of customs duties, which will help to improve the financial situation. The first public review of a detention case is also a welcome sign that the judiciary has started functioning. The recent extensive flooding in West Timor presented UNTAET with a difficult situation. The Council has agreed with the recommendation of the Secretary-General that UNTAET should respond to the request of the Government of Indonesia for assistance.”
2000-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4147 (2000) · source
“Making the choice very clear to these trouble-mongers is a very positive attitude which we believe would facilitate the United Nations task considerably. With regard to civil and judicial administration, we note with appreciation the signs of effective administration that have been apparent in recent days. The opening of the civil service campus and the commencement of training courses for the East Timorese civil service are very important developments and we commend the efforts of the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) behind them.”
2000-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4147 (2000) · source
“We would like to recall here that we attached particular importance to this issue in all our statements in the past. It is crucial to ensure that the process of the settling down of refugees be smooth in order to instil confidence in them and also positively to contribute to the question of national reconciliation. Everything should be done to encourage the refugees to return, and that should be done on the basis of real progress on the ground in areas of concern to them. In the context of encouraging disparate militia elements to disband, we would like to welcome the initiative taken by the Government of Indonesia to ask these soldiers either to join its resettlement programmes or to resign and return to East Timor.”
2000-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4147 (2000) · source
“I thank you wholeheartedly, Sir, for scheduling this open briefing on East Timor. We thank Mr. Annabi for his comprehensive briefing on the latest situation in that territory. It shows clearly that, since his last briefing, we have again covered some ground, which gives us reason for satisfaction. We would therefore begin by expressing our deep appreciation for the United Nations team in East Timor, led by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Sergio Vieira de Mello. We, in fact, thought that it would be possible for him to come and brief us this time. On the return of refugees, recent reports say that, since early May, there has been a drastic drop in the number of refugees returning to East Timor. What is more disturbing is that the ostensible reason is the harassment of refugees inside East Timor.”
2000-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4147 (2000) · source
“We also believe they can commit these groups to the disarmament, demobilization, reintegration and resettlement process and ensure full cooperation with the United Nations, allowing early deployment of phase II of MONUC. They can give the required assurances in their discussion with the Secretary-General, as recommended by the mission.”
2000-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4143 (2000) · source
“My delegation would support the establishment of the panel as outlined by the Secretary-General, now that the mission is back and has made recommendations in favour of an early establishment. We hope the Council and the Secretariat will have the occasion to exchange views with the Political Committee on all these issues during its proposed visit to the United Nations in June. Here we would like to support the recommendation made by the United Kingdom for immediate attention to Kisangani. We too would request the Secretariat to make an assessment on a priority basis for rapid deployment of required MONUC contingents in that area without any loss of t1me. Finally, the chances for peace in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and in the area will depend on the leaders of the region. We believe they have control over the armed groups.”
2000-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4143 (2000) · source
“We also agree that all cases of violation of humanitarian law and gross violation of human rights in the Democratic Republic of the Congo must be investigated and that those responsible must be prosecuted. The release of prisoners of war is a humanitarian priority. We call upon all concerned to proceed quickly to release prisoners of war under the aegis of the International Committee of the Red Cross. The fifth and final point we would like to address is the setting up of an expert panel on the illegal exploitation of natural resources and other forms of wealth in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. When the draft reply to the Secretary-General was discussed, views were expressed in favour of a decision after the return of the mission from the country.”
2000-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4143 (2000) · source
“We share the view that the dialogue should be in conjunction with the deployment of MONUC and the disarmament, demobilization, reintegration and resettlement process. The lack of agreement on the issue is disconcerting. We are confident Sir Ketumile Masire will be able to work out a consensus among the parties at an early date. Fourth is the question of respect for humanitarian law and human rights. We are grateful to Ambassador van Walsum for raising the issue during the mission's visit. The Mwenga incident is particularly abhorrent, and the response of Mr. Ilunga is outrageous. This shows the long-term consequences of impunity. We agree that the Mwenga incident, because of the particularly grotesque nature of the crime, should be investigated in the first place.”
2000-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4143 (2000) · source
“It is disappointing to note that some members of the JMC refuse even to meet in Kinshasa, while the Council, in its resolution 1291 (2000), provided for co-location of MONUC and JMC. The second question I would address is disarmament, demobilization, reintegration and resettlement. We endorse the view that all armed groups, including the ex-Rwandan Armed Forces and Interahamwe, must commit themselves to the disarmament, demobilization, reintegration and resettlement process. This issue remains at the heart of the conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and has implications for peace and stability in the Great Lakes region. The third issue we would comment on is the inter-Congolese dialogue.”
2000-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4143 (2000) · source
“We have not hesitated to maintain our offer for the United Nations Mission in Sierra Leone (UNAMSIL), even in the midst of recent developments. We remain firm in our commitment to MONUC. We believe in the complementarity of our collective efforts. We contribute to the cause of peace with what is at our disposal. Nations willing to contribute their men but not having the capacity to furnish materiel should have their contribution complemented by countries that can provide equipment and other logistic and technical support. This will make our collective security efforts collective in the real sense. Related to the deployment of MONUC is the issue of its functioning with the Joint Military Commission (JMC).”
2000-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4143 (2000) · source
“The most immediate question in our mind is the deployment of the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUC). As the mission reports, the same concern is shared by the leaders in the region. Drawing lessons from the Sierra Leone experience, the mission advises caution against deployment before a conflict has run its course. The mission also recommends that we should be assured of the security of peacekeepers and immediate availability of reinforcements. We are obviously confronted with two opposing considerations: on the one hand, the expediency of deployment of MONUC for maintaining the peace process, and on the other hand, the imperative of security for peacekeepers and avoiding humiliation. In this connection, we should like to recall Bangladesh's offer to provide one infantry battalion to MONUC.”
2000-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4143 (2000) · source
“We recall our regret that the report of the Council mission to Kosovo could not be held in a format allowing participation of even the most deeply involved Members of the United Nations. My delegation would also like to express sincerest thanks to the members of the mission for the role they played in their individual capacities and as members of the mission. Theirs was an enormously difficult mission, complicated by the rapidly deteriorating situation in Sierra Leone and preparations for war between Eritrea and Ethiopia. The mission's intervention yielded immediate results, as evidenced by the conclusion of the status-of-forces agreement and by the joint declaration on the demilitarization of Kisangani. We shall limit our intervention to five issues.”
2000-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4143 (2000) · source
“We would like to join our colleagues in paying high tribute to Ambassador Holbrooke for his leadership of the Security Council mission to the Democratic Republic of the Congo. He brought the Council's authority to bear with his well-known diplomatic skills, tenacity, determination and power of persuasion upon the leaders of the nations involved. We are deeply grateful to him for the service he rendered to the Security Council and for the contribution he has made to the cause of peace. We appreciate Ambassador Holbrooke's introduction of the report this morning, giving us the mission's insights into the real issues and challenges born of first-hand experience and an assessment of the situation. We are grateful to you, Mr. President, for arranging this open debate for considering the report of the mission.”
2000-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4143 (2000) · source
“It should come forward with assistance to help the fledgling democracy take root and to create opportunities for the people to see hope in their future.”
2000-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4140 (2000) · source
“The Tajik Government, with the full support of the international community, should concentrate on carrying this process forward. Fourthly, with regard to future United Nations engagement and the role of the international community, we have noted from the Secretary-General' s report that he will be consulting the Tajik Government about the possible role of the United Nations in post-conflict peace- building and will inform the Council about the outcome of his consultations. It would be worthwhile for the Council to consider some viable and convincing options for the future involvement of the United Nations in Tajikistan. Finally, with regard to the way ahead, the international community has a responsibility to see that the gains achieved in Tajikistan are not lost due to waning interest after the immediate crisis is over.”
2000-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4140 (2000) · source
“Secondly, with regard to the integration of opposition fighters, we believe that in order to consolidate the peace process, the reintegration of ex-combatants into society should be given high priority. It cannot be Viewed merely as a sequential event which will follow their disarmament. The two processes are intertwined. Positive results gained from the reintegration of the former combatants into society will mobilize those still holding on to arms and encourage them to surrender their weapons. My third comment relates to the role of the Tajik Government, which should focus on consolidating the achievements already made. Elections are only a starting point in a long journey in the quest for national reconciliation and democratic institution-building.”
2000-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4140 (2000) · source
“My delegation would like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Ivo Petrov, for his briefing and introduction of the report of the Secretary-General contained in document S/2000/387. I would like to make some brief comments on several areas. The first relates to elections. As my delegation commented on 21 March, the holding of parliamentary elections in Tajikistan on 27 February was a significant step forward in the democratic process. We are pleased to note that it was the first multi-party, pluralistic election in the history of Tajikistan. It included participation by former warring parties, and the fact that elections were held without violent incidents designed to halt the process was in itself a success.”
2000-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4140 (2000) · source
“Clearly we need a much more robust mandate for a long-term solution of the problem in Sierra Leone. Bangladesh believes that a full Chapter VII mandate for UNAMSIL is needed to make it effective. Fifthly and finally, the humanitarian situation in Sierra Leone is a matter of concern to us. United Nations agencies and international humanitarian organizations have suspended their operations, barring a few exceptions. There are distressing reports of population movements and atrocities committed against civilians. We have to look into ways to address the needs of the innocent victims of violence in Sierra Leone.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4139 (2000) · source
“Blaming the failure on the peacekeeper is the easy way out of fulfilling our collective responsibility. We believe that in Sierra Leone, Force Commander General Jetley and his troops have faced the situation courageously and should have all our praise for their valiant efforts. Thirdly, as soon as possible, we have to make a comprehensive assessment of the situation and weigh all options before us. We understand Mr. Bernard Miyet returned from Sierra Leone earlier today, and it would have been good if this meeting could have benefited from his preliminary assessment. However, we will expect a full assessment by the Secretariat and also recommendations of possible options at the earliest date. Fourthly, we have to revisit the UNAMSIL mandate to strengthen it.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4139 (2000) · source
“Allow me to digress here to mention that concerns have been voiced in some quarters that United Nations peacekeeping is dysfunctional because the troops the United Nations deploys - troops mostly from the developing countries - are often ill- equipped, ill-trained and ill- prepared to address the situation at hand. The unfortunate reality is that if developing countries stopped responding to the frantic calls of the United Nations today, there would be no peacekeeping tomorrow, barring a few of the choicest areas in the world which are of significant strategic interest to major Powers. We should be grateful that developing countries continue to make contributions to United Nations peacekeeping. Their efforts alleviate the sufferings of millions around the world and uphold the United Nations Charter.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4139 (2000) · source
“In this connection, Bangladesh is encouraged that the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) countries will be providing forces to bring stability to Sierra Leone. We welcome the Abuja summit and the determined will of the ECOWAS members, expressed in the final communique of the meeting, to act to bring peace to Sierra Leone. We also thank other countries that have been forthcoming in this regard. On the basis of past experience in Sierra Leone, Bangladesh strongly believes that the entire international military presence there should be under an integrated United Nations command. There must be one international mandate provided by the Security Council.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4139 (2000) · source
“It would be a decisive setback to the credibility of United Nations peacekeeping if we allowed the largest peacekeeping mission ever to fail. The question that we should address tonight is what should the Security Council do to effectively address the problem in Sierra Leone. We believe that we should pursue the following course of action. First, we have to bolster UNAMSIL by bringing it up to its mandated strength at the earliest date. We continue to believe strongly that additional numbers on the ground would make a difference. In this regard, I would like to inform the Council that the battalion Bangladesh promised to UNAMSIL will be ready for airlifting along with all its equipment by 20 May. Secondly, we have to look into the possibility of mobilizing more troops than the mandated strength.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4139 (2000) · source
“The people of Sierra Leone have gone through nine years of suffering. The Lome Peace Agreement promised an end to that. We had placed our trust in Lome, believing that it would work, and acted accordingly in mandating the United Nations Mission in Sierra Leone (UNAMSIL). With the recent developments in Sierra Leone, we have to take a fresh look at the peace structure and the peacekeeping mandate we had provided. We also have to rethink our strategy of placing too much emphasis on the Revolutionary United Front (RUF) leadership for reaching a peaceful solution in Sierra Leone. We believe strongly that the United Nations cannot and must not abandon Sierra Leone. We must not wait on the sidelines as events unfold there.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4139 (2000) · source
“I thank you, Mr. President, for convening this emergency meeting of the Security Council at the request of the African Group. We have supported such a meeting because we believe that the grave situation in Sierra Leone demands that the wider membership of the United Nations should openly discuss the emergency in that country. We thank the Secretary- General for his presence at today's meeting and for his important statement. We appreciate the valuable statements made by Algeria as the current Chair of the Organization of African Unity and by Mali as Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Chairman, and fully support their recommendations. Bangladesh is extremely concerned at the deteriorating situation in Sierra Leone. We see it as a challenge for the United Nations and for the international community as a whole.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4139 (2000) · source
“Finally and fourthly, as to the culture of peace, Bangladesh strongly believes that the foundations of a sustainable peace and reconciliation in Kosovo are to be laid by promoting a culture of peace among all, particularly among the younger generations. Peace education programmes need to be undertaken widely through the involvement of civil society. Let me conclude by thanking all my colleagues for their gracious and kind words addressed to me in their interventions this morning.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4138 (2000) · source
“T hirdly, as to the return of refugees and internally displaced persons, the improvement of their situation and their return hinge upon the perception of an improvement in the general security situation, a well-functioning judiciary and the settlement of property issues. This is a major undertaking of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and a very important one. We are particularly appreciative of the committed role of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees in this regard. We believe that the matter should receive the Council's close monitoring.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4138 (2000) · source
“Secondly, as to missing and detained persons, Bangladesh supported the proposal for appointing a special envoy for all missing persons and detainees when the implementation of resolution 1244 (1999) was discussed in the Council on 6 March. Now, having personally seen during our mission in Kosovo the agony of hundreds of families, we reiterate our very strong support for the appointment of a special envoy as soon as possible. A speedy resolution of this important issue is needed for the improvement of mutual trust and for confidence-building among the ethnic communities. We strongly feel that this appointment will greatly contribute to the effective implementation of resolution 1244 (1999).”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4138 (2000) · source
“Speaking as the representative of Bangladesh, I should like briefly to highlight the following four points. First, as to the security situation, its improvement in Kosovo calls for the urgent deployment of civilian police personnel in their approved strength. We also believe that a major component in the improvement of the situation is stimulating economic activities and reconstruction. When a large majority of people is busy in economic pursuit, the security situation will improve concomitantly. We also believe that community-based programmes in various parts of Kosovo need to be undertaken extensively to achieve the same objective.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4138 (2000) · source
“The Mission is deeply appreciative of all the support provided by UNMIK and KFOR which was crucial to its success." (S/2000/363) Let me conclude by saying, as has been mentioned repeatedly in our report, that the healing of wounds and the process of reconciliation may take a long time, but the international community cannot afford to relent. It has invested in Kosovo in a big and positive way and it cannot afford to fail.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4138 (2000) · source
“The Mission notes the enormity of the task faced by UNMIK, and commends in particular its efforts in the capacity and institution- building areas. Further efforts to ensure full implementation of its resolution 1244 (1999) remain a high priority of the Security Council. "The Mission wishes to pay a well-deserved tribute to Mr. Kouchner for his outstanding leadership of UNMIK and his commitment to the success of the Security Council objectives in Kosovo. The Mission also expresses appreciation to General Ortufio, Commander of KFOR, for his determined efforts and commitment. The hard work and dedication of their collaborators and the entire staff of UNMIK and KFOR, have earned the praise of the Mission.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4138 (2000) · source
“"The Mission feels that detailed information on KFOR's activities in the implementation of Security Council resolution 1160 (1998) should be provided to the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1160 (1998). "It was emphasized to the Mission that UNMIK has only been deployed for some 10 months, and that as a result there should be realistic expectations of what it could achieve in that limited period. Healing the wounds inflicted by the conflict will take time. Reconciliation is a long and protracted process, and the international community must be patient and persistent. UNMIK and KFOR have made significant progress in implementing their mandates and must be commended for their efforts, often made under difficult and challenging circumstances.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4138 (2000) · source
“KFOR is continuing to maintain regular contact with the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia authorities on military issues within the framework of the Joint Implementation Committee. "The Mission is cognizant of the imperative for UNMIK to foster economic recovery as a means of underpinning confidence-building and reconciliation efforts at the local level. The Mission welcomes the deployment of economic reconstruction representatives of the European Union at the municipal level. It further supports UNMIK's view that economic investment priorities must be guided by UNMIK to ensure maximum effectiveness of donated funds. Property issues, however, remain unresolved, and could potentially undermine international efforts aimed at the economic recovery of Kosovo and even peace initiatives by UNMIK.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4138 (2000) · source
“Substantial efforts by UNMIK and KFOR, backed up by the strong support of the international community, are essential to encourage and create the conditions for Serb participation, including those who are displaced outside Kosovo. "The Mission welcomes the renewal of contacts between leaders of both communities in Mitrovica, and believes that joint community-based programmes, which it had an opportunity to observe while there, have a potential for confidence-building and reconciliation. "The Mission notes UNMIK's intention to continue working to establish a Joint Committee, which is aimed at enhancing productive dialogue with the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia authorities.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4138 (2000) · source