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Colakovie

lines on the record: 134
first: 2009-04-21
most recent: 2015-06-03
sittings or episodes: 18
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“The establishment of the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) and the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) and their legacy should serve as a message to future generations that no one is above the law and crimes such as those that claimed lives in the former Yugoslavia and Rwanda will not be tolerated anywhere. I thank the Presidents and Prosecutors for their comprehensive briefings today. Moving on to the issue of the completion of the work of both Tribunals, we note the further efforts that the Tribunals have made recently, together with the additional reform of the Tribunals' procedures, focusing on enhancing productivity and maximizing efficiency, without sacrificing standards of due process.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6880 (2012) · source
“Finally, as the mandate of my country in the Security Council comes to a close, we are particularly pleased to be able to participate in such an important chapter of the Tribunals' history. With the adoption of resolution 1966 (2010) and the creation of the Residual Mechanism, we ensured that their legacy of groundbreaking contributions to international jurisprudence and the international justice system will be permanently preserved. It is our sincere hope that this legacy will ensure that atrocities such as those committed in our country and Rwanda will never be repeated.”
2011-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6678 (2011) · source
“We hope that, in their final stages, the Tribunals will move towards meeting those demands first and foremost, as well as meeting the requirements of the completion strategy. Bosnia and Herzegovina is still facing a large number of cases that remain to be prosecuted. We believe that there can be no meaningful peace and reconciliation without justice. We therefore once again underline that all those responsible for war crimes must be brought to justice. Furthermore, we fully agree that cooperation between the countries in the region is highly important, and that every effort should be made towards improving and enhancing cooperation through numerous bilateral agreements that will address possible deficiencies.”
2011-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6678 (2011) · source
“Here, I would also like to underline the great contribution of the staff of the Tribunals and to thank them for their tireless work. We take note of the Tribunals' continuing efforts to successfully complete their work, mindful of the highest standards of fair justice. Their steadiness in fulfilling their remaining judicial functions is commendable, particularly in the face of unforeseen challenges beyond their control. However, what concerns us most with respect to the cases proceeding to the pre-trial phase are the steps being taken to reconcile the requirements of the completion strategy with the demands of presenting cases in a way that fully reflects the gravity and scope of the crimes committed.”
2011-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6678 (2011) · source
“For almost two decades now, both the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) and the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) have been guided by the demand for justice for those who suffered in those two respective regions. Bosnia and Herzegovina supports the activities of the Tribunals. It is therefore my pleasure to welcome today Judge Theodore Meron and to congratulate him on his assumption of the presidency of the ICTY for the second time. I also wish to extend our welcome to Judge Khan, President of the ICTR, as well as to the Prosecutors of the Tribunals, Mr. Brammertz and Mr. Jallow. Their respective briefings have provided detailed and comprehensive accounts of all the activities in the reporting period. Those reports are also testimony to their dedication to justice and the fight against impunity.”
2011-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6678 (2011) · source
“In conclusion, allow me to emphasize that Bosnia and Herzegovina will remain committed to the two- State solution, with the State of Israel and an independent, democratic and viable State of Palestine living side by side in peace and security. In order to achieve this goal of fundamental interest to all parties in the Middle East, the Israelis and Palestinians have to make the decisions necessary to overcome this extremely worrisome impasse and return to direct talks without delay. Bosnia and Herzegovina urges them to do so.”
2011-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6520 (2011) · source
“We therefore urge both Israelis and Palestinians to immediately start the unconditional implementation of their obligations as stipulated by the relevant resolutions, the Madrid principles, including land for peace, the Road Map and the agreements previously reached by the parties, as well as the Arab Peace Initiative. With regard to the situation in the Gaza Strip, Bosnia and Herzegovina continues to call for the immediate, sustained and unconditional opening of crossings for the flow of humanitarian aid, commercial goods and persons to and from Gaza, in accordance with resolution 1860 (2009). Israeli security concerns, including a complete stop to all violence and arms smuggling into Gaza, must also be addressed.”
2011-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6520 (2011) · source
“I would like to stress once again that, for my country, any act of violence against civilians is unacceptable, wherever it originates. We would also like to reiterate that civilian populations must be protected. All violence must stop immediately, in particular terrorist attacks and mortar and rocket fire. Therefore, we urge the parties to observe restraint and make every effort to avoid further escalation. Bosnia and Herzegovina believes that securing lasting peace and stability in the region of the Middle East is possible only through diplomatic efforts and full commitment to the peace process.”
2011-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6520 (2011) · source
“Bosnia and Herzegovina is deeply disappointed by the approval of 942 new housing units in Israel's settlement in Gilo, East Jerusalem, and the upcoming plans for new settlements. We reiterate that all settlement activities on occupied land are illegal under international law and contrary to Israel's obligations under the Road Map. These activities therefore represent an obstacle on the road to comprehensive peace. Bosnia and Herzegovina calls upon Israel to respond positively to appeals by the international community and end all settlement activities in occupied Palestinian territories, including East Jerusalem. Furthermore, Bosnia and Herzegovina does not recognize the annexation of East Jerusalem, and underlines that the status of Jerusalem is a permanent status issue that must be resolved through negotiations between the parties.”
2011-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6520 (2011) · source
“We fully concur with the Secretary-General's call for respect for international humanitarian law, de-escalation and calm to prevent any further bloodshed. We cannot but underscore the fact that the scheduled time frame for the conclusion of peace negotiations is rapidly approaching, while the Israelis and Palestinians appear to be no closer to even the resumption of direct talks. In such circumstances, it is perfectly clear that urgent, bold and responsible moves are needed in order to end the ongoing erosion in the Middle East peace process. We would like to recall that it is also the responsibility of the Security Council, the Quartet, the League of Arab States and other international and regional actors to help the parties transform this deplorable state of affairs into a politically sustainable negotiating process.”
2011-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6520 (2011) · source
“I would like to begin by thanking Mr. Lynn Pascoe, Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs, for his update on recent developments in the Middle East. We also thank the Permanent Representative of Israel and the Permanent Observer of Palestine for their presence and their contribution to our debate. Bosnia and Herzegovina continues to be concerned about the absence of any progress in the Middle East peace process. We strongly believe that time is not on the side of the parties concerned and fear that the prolonged impasse is making the necessary positive breakthrough more difficult. Our concerns are further heightened by reports of the latest escalation in violence, which we condemn in the strongest possible terms.”
2011-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6520 (2011) · source
“We also support the existing practice of cooperation and coordination between UNMIK, EULEX, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and NATO - the latter present through the troops of the Kosovo Force - and we hope that this practice will continue. Finally, we would like to reiterate our long- standing position that stability and security in Kosovo are significant for achieving lasting peace and prosperity in our region. We believe that the international community should continue to play an important role in supporting the aspirations of the countries of the region towards integration into European and Euro-Atlantic structures, respectively.”
2011-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6483 (2011) · source
“Although the number of voluntary minority returns remains low, we are encouraged by the fact that there has been an increase in returns as compared to the previous year. In addition, while stressing the importance of providing conditions conducive to sustainable returns, we welcome UNMIK's efforts to decrease tensions and draw attention to common needs. Furthermore, during the reporting period, UNMIK and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees facilitated several "go-and-see" and "go- and-inform" visits, which gave an opportunity to displaced persons to visit their properties and make first-hand assessments of conditions in the receiving community. With regard to the rule of law, we reiterate our support for the activities of UNMIK and EULEX, operating within the status-neutral framework of the United Nations.”
2011-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6483 (2011) · source
“We have taken note of the fact that the security situation in Kosovo has remained relatively calm, in spite of some incidents, mainly in northern Kosovo, where the situation continues to be sensitive and politically delicate, as stated in the Secretary-General's report. In the context of improving inter-community dialogue and building confidence among the parties, we are encouraged by the latest developments in the five recently decentralized Kosovo Serb-majority municipalities, which have implemented capital projects at a cost ofâ‚¬l million each, received from the Pristina budget, mainly for investments in roads, water, sanitation and other local infrastructure projects.”
2011-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6483 (2011) · source
“In that regard, we ll-23603 believe that it is important that all stakeholders maintain their positive and constructive approach towards dialogue in order to address and resolve longstanding issues, which would contribute significantly to the consolidation of peace, stability and reconciliation. Bosnia and Herzegovina wants to express its strong concerns regarding the allegations contained in the report of Special Rapporteur Dick Marty entitled "Inhuman treatment of people and illicit trafficking in human organs in Kosovo". Furthermore, we welcome the willingness of the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX) to consider any evidence that the Special Rapporteur may have uncovered and to provide its full support to any future investigation that may be conducted into the allegations.”
2011-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6483 (2011) · source
“We appreciate UNMIK's efforts in encouraging the process of reconciliation and the facilitation of constructive dialogue and regional cooperation, as well as its focus on mediation between the communities and its support to minority communities. During the reporting period, political developments in Kosovo, in particular the extraordinary elections of 12 December and their aftermath, have slowed down the momentum generated by General resolution 64/298, adopted on 9 September 2010, which welcomed the readiness of the European Union to facilitate a dialogue between Pristina and Belgrade. We regret that UNMIK was excluded from the Assembly elections process and could not certify the results. We also note that the elections were held in a peaceful atmosphere and did not provoke additional tensions among the population.”
2011-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6483 (2011) · source
“On behalf of the delegation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, I would like to express our appreciation to the Secretary- General for his comprehensive report (S/2011/43) on the activities of the United Nations Interim Administration in Kosovo (UNMIK). We also commend Mr. Lamberto Zannier, Special Representative of the Secretary General for Kosovo, for his briefing on recent developments in Kosovo, as well as the staff of UNMIK for their efforts. We welcome the participation in today's meeting of His Excellency Mr. Vuk Jeremie, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia, as well as Mrs. Vlora Citaku. Bosnia and Herzegovina commends UNMIK, operating within the framework of resolution 1244 (1999) in its role of maintaining peace, security, stability and respect for human rights in Kosovo.”
2011-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6483 (2011) · source
“Bosnia and Herzegovina condemns the tragic event that occurred in the town of Mitrovica on 2 July 2010, in which one person was killed and 11 others were wounded. We regret the loss of life, and we wish to express our deepest condolences and sympathies to the families and friends of the victims. Furthermore, we would like to call for an investigation into the incident and for those who are responsible to be brought to justice. We wish to appeal to the parties to act in a responsible manner and refrain from provocation so that peace may prevail. Bosnia and Herzegovina strongly encourages the continuation of the process of reconciliation, dialogue and confidence-building, facilitated and mandated by United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo.”
2010-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6353 (2010) · source
“At the outset, allow me to congratulate you, Madam President, on your assumption of the presidency of the Council and assure you of the full cooperation and support of Bosnia and Herzegovina. I would also like to express our appreciation to Ambassador Heller and his delegation for the great diplomatic skill with which they conducted the work of the Security Council during the month of June. I would like to thank Mr. Lamberto Zannier, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK), and General De Kermabon for their briefings. I would also like to welcome the participation in today's meeting of the President of Serbia, Mr. Boris Tadic', as well as Mr. Skender Hyseni.”
2010-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6353 (2010) · source
“Providing mine-risk education to the population, with particular focus on children, is essential to the prevention of mine incidents. We therefore commend the United Nations support for the Mine Action Coordination Centre of Afghanistan and its activities in the field. In conclusion, Bosnia and Herzegovina would like to express its full support for UNAMA and its entire staff for their efforts. We would also like to express our support for their request for further arrangements to enable UNAMA to address the recruitment of badly needed staff to fulfil the Mission's mandate. I would also like to extend our condolences to the family of the victim of yesterday's attack and to UNAMA staff.”
2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source
“We are especially encouraged by the return of 48,000 Afghan refugees from Pakistan through the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees programme. We sincerely hope that this trend will continue when it comes to the 2.7 million registered Afghans in Pakistan and Iran. The international community should take the leading role in creating conditions for their sustainable return. In that regard, Bosnia and Herzegovina believes that UNAMA can also contribute to that goal, in concert with the Afghan Government. Finally, Bosnia and Herzegovina is particularly sensitive to the issue of mines in Afghanistan. As many observers in the field have reported, children, and especially young boys, are the most frequent victims of mines in Afghanistan. Mine clearance is a long-term process.”
2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source
“The remarkable efforts made by UNAMA to respond to the difficult humanitarian situation of thousands of displaced persons and families in Helmand province deserve great commendation. More generally, in our opinion, UNAMA's role in overall aid coherence is also an important contribution to the long- term development strategy for Afghanistan. Assisting the Afghan Government in identifying priorities and indicating to donors where gaps and aid duplication exist are among the most essential elements for the better effectiveness of the entire international effort to provide aid support. In that context, we welcome in particular the Afghan Government's progress in establishing four development clusters intended to support economic growth and job creation. Bosnia and Herzegovina supports all efforts aimed at the return of refugees.”
2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source
“In addition, we believe that Afghan-led reconciliation and reintegration processes are also crucial for sustainable peace and stability in the country. For that reason, we welcome UNAMA's contribution in that area, in particular its technical support to the preparations of the Consultative Peace Jirga, as well as in providing advice on the design of the Afghan Government's programme for peace and reintegration. In the area of governance and justice, we take positive note of UNAMA's continuing work with justice institutions and the donor community on reform in the context of the National Justice Sector Strategy. An efficient justice system is one of the preconditions for lasting peace and security. Afghanistan still has enormous humanitarian needs.”
2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source
“We recognize the important work of UNAMA in providing advice on the drafting of the national threat assessment, as well as its assistance in the development of the Ministry of Interior's National Police Strategy and the National Police Plan. We also want to emphasize the importance of the existing good cooperation between the International Security Assistance Force, NATO and UNAMA. We hope that practice will be continued in the future. Bosnia and Herzegovina believes that regional cooperation is indeed of critical importance to achieving a climate of security in the country. Therefore, we highly commend the efforts of the Special Representative and the Afghan Government aimed at promoting and developing relations between Afghanistan and neighbouring countries, in particular Pakistan and Iran.”
2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source
“We believe that these steps can facilitate efforts towards the adoption of the framework for an intra-Afghan dialogue and give confidence in further discussions on how to reach a sustainable peace process. Bosnia and Herzegovina is deeply concerned by the security situation in the country. During the reporting period, the number of victims considerably increased, particularly among civilians and children. The sad number of 332 children killed or maimed during the past three months is terrifying testimony to the reality in which Afghan children live. We therefore call upon all sides to the armed conflict in Afghanistan to take all possible measures to preserve the lives of children and civilians.”
2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source
“These achievements give us hope that Afghanistan will succeed in building up the necessary State infrastructure to guarantee the development of a democratic society based on the rule of law and human rights, in particular women's and children's rights. We commend the realization of the advanced draft of the peace and reintegration programme and the successful organization of the Consultative Peace Jirga hosted by the Afghan Government. We also take positive note of the preparations for the 20 July Kabul Conference and we look forward to seeing concrete outcomes, in particular the Afghan-led plan for improving development, governance and security.”
2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source
“Bosnia and Herzegovina is fully aware that the forthcoming September parliamentary elections led by the Government of Afghanistan are of crucial importance to the future political and security development of the country. In that context, we commend the leading and efficient role of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) in providing the coordination of international technical and logistical support to the electoral process. We are particularly encouraged by the successful work of the Independent Electoral Commission in candidate registration for the election and by the valuable contribution of the Electoral Complaints Commission to those efforts.”
2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source
“Let me first thank the Secretary-General for his detailed report on the latest developments in Afghanistan and the United Nations activities in the country (S/2010/318). I would like to welcome Special Representative Mr. Staffan de Mistura and to express our gratitude for his comprehensive briefing. Furthermore, we would like to express our appreciation to Mr. De Mistura and his team for having organized a very successful visit of the Security Council's members to Afghanistan. Our thanks also go to Ambassador Apakan and the Turkish Mission for their leadership during our visit. Our gratitude also goes to the Afghan Government and Ambassador Tanin personally. I would like to take this opportunity, if I may, to thank the Secretariat and its team, which was of great help during our trip.”
2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source
“Acting in synergy, all those organizations may be considerably helpful in the field of conflict prevention. Finally, Bosnia and Herzegovina welcomes the establishment of the Mediation Support Unit in the Department of Political Affairs and supports the recommendation by Secretary-General that the United Nations develop the next generation of mediators who will have the skills to manage any future challenges. In conclusion, I would like to stress that only strengthening the capacity of the United Nations to prevent conflict in its every phase - the first stage, before it escalates into armed conflict; the second stage, after the outbreak of violence; and the third stage, the implementation of peace agreements - can guarantee that the future world will be a much safer and better place to live.”
2009-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6108 (2009) · source
“Secondly, the mediator should possess good listening and problem-solving skills and should be supported by a highly skilled professional team. In that regard, women should be appropriately represented at decision-making levels. Thirdly, leverage in mediation is very useful tool, but it must be used delicately or it can cause resistance. It this connection, managing spoilers is crucial, especially if powerful international actors are in play to control them. Sometimes it is very useful when some neighbouring countries or regional powers that are in close relationship with actors exert pressure on them in order to persuade them to sit at the table. Fourthly, the United Nations should continue to build closer partnerships with regional, subregional and non-governmental organizations in mediation capacity- building.”
2009-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6108 (2009) · source
“Bosnia and Herzegovina has its own painful experience. Unfortunately, Bosnia and Herzegovina has experienced mediation in all three stages of conflict. It is unnecessary to say that mediation at the first stage, when the conflict still had not escalated into armed conflict, failed. Because of our "street smart" experience, my delegation would like to underline some points from the report. First, disputes should be resolved at an early stage, before they turn into violent conflict, and the process should be as inclusive as possible. The United Nations, with all its capacity, should be engaged in the process as soon as possible. Every avenue - I repeat, every - must be explored to persuade actors to engage in negotiations at a very early stage of conflict.”
2009-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6108 (2009) · source
“This proactive method means that the mediator is active and takes part in negotiations, suggesting terms of settlement to the parties, and sets preliminary arrangements based on areas in which the parties can agree. Also, a mediator has to enjoy the confidence of the parties to a dispute and must be impartial. This definition provides basic elements of the notion of mediation, which is a truly sensitive and very delicate matter. But when this method comes to life with its complexity, many questions arise and have to be answered. In that regard the report of Secretary-General, with its sophisticated methodology and precise analysis, is a real masterpiece in this matter. It should be included in the literature for any future mediators, and publishing it in a handbook edition should be considered.”
2009-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6108 (2009) · source
“We have learned from modern history that the vast majority of conflicts cannot be solved by the use of force. There is no need to mention that war takes a nation's valuable economic and financial resources and its most precious resource: human lives. My intention is not to stress that armed conflicts are expensive but rather that they are meaningless. At the end, all parties involved in a conflict arrive, by themselves or through other players in international relations, at a solution by which to end the conflict. My statement concludes that the peaceful settlement of disputes through mediation is and will be an indispensable tool in resolving contemporary and possible future conflicts. Theoretically speaking, mediation as a method of peaceful settlement of disputes can be traced to the ancient world.”
2009-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6108 (2009) · source
“Mr. President, at the outset I wish to thank you for convening this important debate. I am sure that this meeting, under your able guidance, will be very fruitful. Bosnia and Herzegovina aligns itself with the statement to be delivered by the representative of the Czech Republic on behalf of the European Union. I also would like to express my appreciation to the Secretary-General for his skilfully crafted report on enhancing mediation and its support activities. The modern world is going to face new challenges. There are some prognoses that predict a number of possible future drivers of conflicts, such as severe economic and social problems, oil, some strategic minerals and climate change and, in that connection, the depletion of resources.”
2009-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6108 (2009) · source