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De Santa Clara Gomes

lines on the record: 26
first: 2003-04-28
most recent: 2004-11-15
sittings or episodes: 5
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“Portugal believes that we must begin to envision a smooth transition for Timor, without peacekeeping, but with a solid and coordinated United Nations presence to support those who will remain to help Timor-Leste after May 2005.”
2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source
“My final remarks relate to the responsibility of the international community and of the United Nations in this important final stretch in Timor's recent history. It is important that UNMISET - a peacekeeping operation - be terminated, as planned, in May 2005. But it is even more important that Timor-Leste continue to benefit from the organized and coherent support of the United Nations system after that date. We are all aware that, despite the gigantic steps that the country has taken in institution-building and in becoming a viable State, much more remains to be done. International support, both bilateral and multilateral, must be forthcoming. We have achieved much, and we must safeguard that investment by ensuring that Timor-Leste continues to benefit from the assistance of the international community.”
2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source
“We also note that, although drafts of a criminal code and a criminal procedures code are currently under consideration, it is important to move forward in that process. Portugal believes that both codes will complement the legislation on the national police. Portugal is also seriously concerned at the Secretary-General's recognition that it may not be possible for the serious crimes process to respond fully to the need and desire for justice for all those affected by the events of 1999. Like the Secretary-General, as stated in his report, we believe that the perpetrators of those serious crimes must be brought to justice. We will support an initiative of the Secretary-General aimed at exploring possible ways to bring about true accountability in situations of human rights violations.”
2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source
“Stable relationships with neighbouring States and timely access to natural resources are essential in paving the way for the peaceful and economically sustainable development of Timor-Leste, but so is the settlement of both land and maritime borders. The justice sector continues to show serious shortcomings; it remains an area that needs critical assistance from the international community. In that context, I would like to inform the Council that Portugal has contributed $1.2 million to help the Ministry of Justice, together with the United Nations Development Programme and UNMISET, to launch an institution called the Judicial Training Centre. Today, the Centre provides standardized post-graduate professional training to all judges, prosecutors and public defenders as a condition for their permanent appointment.”
2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source
“Portugal agrees with the Secretary-General that, under the current circumstances, we should refrain from making any change to the composition or size of the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET), including those of its police and military components. In that context, I want to take this opportunity to add that a significant part of the equipment utilized by the former Portuguese military contingent of UNMISET - amounting to more than $20 million - was donated by Portugal to the Government of Timor-Leste. Timor-Leste's relations with its neighbouring countries continue to develop, but it is with concern that we note that that has not yet resulted in any concrete agreement on one major aspect: border delineation.”
2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source
“I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his latest report (5/2004/888) on the situation in Timor-Leste and to welcome the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Mr. Sukehiro Hasegawa, back to the Council. Portugal subscribes to the statement to be made shortly by the representative of the Netherlands on behalf of the European Union. I will only add a few comments of our own. The Secretary-General's report establishes clearly that Timor-Leste has made significant advances towards self-sufficiency. Nevertheless, major challenges remain, and continuing international assistance is essential.”
2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source
“Finally, I would like to reiterate that, as in the past, Portugal will remain committed to the consolidation and development of Timor-Leste and to the United Nations efforts to that effect.”
2004-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4965 (2004) · source
“In this context, I would just like to point out that Portugal, from 1999 to 2003, invested about â‚¬300 million in bilateral investment, development assistance programmes and technical-military assistance to Timor-Leste alone. We are ready to maintain this level of support for Timor-Leste and we encourage other countries to do the same. We note with satisfaction the steady and significant developments in the relationship of Timor- Leste with its neighbours, regarding important issues such as refugees and in the determination of land and maritime borders. We can only encourage the strengthening of these bilateral relations and the settling of all outstanding problems with neighbouring countries in a climate of friendship and trust.”
2004-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4965 (2004) · source
“Portugal welcomes the recommendation of the Secretary-General on the extension of the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET), in a reduced size and with a modified mandate, for a further 12-month consolidation phase in order to allow key tasks to be performed and to sustain, strengthen and build upon the gains made to date, permitting Timor-Leste to attain self-sufficiency. In this context, I welcome the proposals of the Secretary-General on a programme of support for public administration and justice; on support for the development of law enforcement; and on support for security and stability. It is important to acknowledge the importance of continuing bilateral assistance and to underline the responsibility of the international community and of the Security Council in relation to Timor-Leste.”
2004-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4965 (2004) · source
“Let me join other speakers in condemning the bombing in Grozny and in presenting my condolences to the families of the victims. I thank the Secretary-General for his latest report on the situation in Timor-Leste, as well as Special Representative Kamalesh Sharma and his staff for the excellent work they have done and for the results achieved so far. I especially thank Kamalesh Sharma, who has done an outstanding job in Dili in the past two years. I would also like to welcome the presence of Minister Ana Pessoa Pinto and her valuable contribution to this debate. Portugal subscribes to the interventions of Ireland, on behalf of the European Union, and of Brazil on behalf of the Community of Portuguese-Speaking Countries.”
2004-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4965 (2004) · source
“As in the past, Portugal will remain committed and ready to contribute to the consolidation and development of Timor-Leste and to the United Nations efforts to that effect.”
2004-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4913 (2004) · source
“At the same time, the international presence has been steadily decreasing. Let me recall that, in May 2002, UNMISET included 5,000 observers and troops; two years later, it has been reduced to 1,750. Now, the Secretary-General is recommending today that this presence be limited to a military component of 350 observers and troops. This clear trend shows that Timor-Leste, far from becoming a victim of a United Nations-dependency syndrome, is successfully preparing for the end of that peacekeeping operation in the near future. We could simply wish that other peacekeeping operations, despite their unquestionable importance, had been able to achieve so much in such a short period of time.”
2004-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4913 (2004) · source
“Under the present circumstances, Portugal strongly supports the Secretary-General's proposal to extend the mandate of the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET) for a further 12- month consolidation phase in a reduced and modified form, as described in his report. This support would include a military component, although much reduced from the present level. My final remark has to do with the responsibility of the international community and of the Security Council in relation to Timor-Leste. The Council can take pride in the contribution it has unfailingly provided to the Timorese people. The Council literally made possible the creation of that country. All of this began just four years ago. During this period, we have been able to create a country literally from the ashes.”
2004-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4913 (2004) · source
“In fact, threats to internal stability can be expected to continue beyond May 2004 and we know that Timorese defence and security forces are still inexperienced and vulnerable, and clearly not able to respond effectively to major disturbances. In this context, even relatively low levels of destabilization could have a significant impact and serious consequences for the stability of Timor-Leste. We note that there is a continuing problem resulting from the presence of 28,000 former refugees along the border. There have been reports of sightings of armed gangs and criminal elements and suggestions of preparations for destabilizing activity by Timorese groups with unclear agendas. My second point is a direct consequence of that perception.”
2004-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4913 (2004) · source
“To comply with the time limit you set, Sir, I will shorten my statement. I would like to begin by thanking the Secretary- General for his latest report on the situation in Timor- Leste and Jean-Marie Guehenno for his presentation. I would also like to welcome the presence of Foreign Minister Jose Ramos-Horta and his very valuable contribution to this debate. Since I associate myself with the statements made on behalf of the European Union and the Community of Portuguese-Speaking Countries, I will make only three remarks. First, we agree with the evaluation made by the United Nations of the situation in Timor-Leste and share the Timorese Government's assessment of its own limitations in coping with internal and external security problems.”
2004-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4913 (2004) · source
“We must pursue, for a further period, a concerted effort to allow East-Timor to achieve three interrelated goals: security, institution- and State-building, and sustainable development. Fortunately, our efforts can be undertaken at a reduced level, compared with those of the past.”
2003-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4843 (2003) · source
“In that regard, Portugal believes that the international financial institutions and bilateral donors should further support the national development plan, allowing for more investment in capacity-building and incentives and opportunities for job creation. Much has been achieved, but more needs to be done. We have come a long way and invested much in Timor-Leste, and we need to preserve and consolidate the results already obtained. Portugal is more convinced than ever of the need for a continuing United Nations presence after the end of the current mission. We believe that, in order for this presence to have the necessary credibility, both internally and externally, it should have a clear mandate from the Security Council and should be led in the field by a Special Representative of the Secretary-General.”
2003-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4843 (2003) · source
“Despite the progress already achieved in terms of the public administration, this will continue to require support to remedy a shortage of qualified personnel, and much help will still be needed in areas such as justice and internal administration. Institution-building is an area where remarkable success attended international assistance, but it was only to be expected that the task would need to be continued and consolidated in the future. It is with concern that we note that insufficient success was reported in terms of the economic and social development of Timor-Leste. We note that there was a drop in gross national product last year and that a further drop is expected for the current year.”
2003-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4843 (2003) · source
“The report of the Secretary-General, however, also describes comprehensively the work that remains to be done by UNMISET - work that cannot be completed until well after May 2004. Timor-Leste is in a critical period of the peace- building process, and the report of the Secretary- General clearly outlines a number of areas where international assistance will be required beyond the mandate of UNMISET. Much work remains to be done in the area of police training, particularly in the management of the border, which remains porous and, therefore, a source of illegal incursions and illegal trade. But there is still work to do in other areas, too, such as those relating to professional ethics and respect for human rights. Security is clearly a key factor for the political and social stability of any country, and Timor- Leste is no exception.”
2003-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4843 (2003) · source
“I would like in particular to note the progress made in laying the foundations for a functioning civil service and police force, as they are assuming increasing levels of responsibility. It is also with satisfaction that we note that there was no repetition during the reporting period of serious security-related incidents. The steady and positive development of the relationship between Timor-Leste and its neighbour Indonesia should also be highly commended, particularly regarding the determination of their joint border. That was largely the result of the stated commitment by the leadership of both countries. We congratulate the United Nations and the Security Council on having contributed to the stability of Timor-Leste.”
2003-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4843 (2003) · source
“I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his report and Ambassador Sharma for his excellent presentation. Portugal subscribes entirely to the statement to be made later by the representative of Italy on behalf of the European Union. I will add just a few remarks. First of all, I would like to take this opportunity to pay tribute again to the remarkable contribution that was made to Timor-Leste by the former Special Representative, the late Sergio Vieira de Mello. I would also like to recognize the dedicated efforts of the civilian, military and police components of the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET) and to congratulate them in their many achievements in Timor-Leste. Timor-Leste has made outstanding progress in many fields and can justifiably be called a United Nations success.”
2003-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4843 (2003) · source
“We support the Secretary-General in urging the Governments of countries where those accused may be located to make every effort to ensure that such persons are brought to justice. Finally, much remains to be done, and continued assistance by the international community will be crucial to enable Timor-Leste to face with success the serious political, practical and security challenges that lie ahead. Portugal will, as in the past, remain committed to the consolidation and development of Timor-Leste and to United Nations efforts to that effect. I am confident that the Security Council will not hesitate to extend the mandate of UNMISET for a further year, until 20 May 2004.”
2003-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4744 (2003) · source
“One must not understate the importance that both a stable relationship with its neighbour States and prompt access to such natural resources have in paving the way for the solid and sustainable economic development of the newborn country. Portugal would also like to note UNMISET's efforts and the progress achieved with regard to the investigation and indictment of those responsible for crimes that took place in 1999. However, it is with concern that we note that the report expects the judicial process dealing with serious crimes still to be incomplete by June 2004 and that a strong political commitment is essential, as the majority of those accused remain outside Timor-Leste - including nearly 90 per cent of those accused of crimes against humanity.”
2003-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4744 (2003) · source
“Portugal welcomes the most recent report of the Secretary-General, and it is pleased to note that, in spite of the problems to which I referred, much has been achieved in the year that has elapsed since the establishment of UNMISET and that the Timorese public administration and police force are assuming increasing levels of responsibility. Also to be highly commended is the steady and significant positive development in the relationship of Timor-Leste and its neighbour Indonesia, particularly regarding the determination of their joint border, as well as the progress on agreements between Australia and Timor-Leste concerning petroleum resources.”
2003-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4744 (2003) · source
“Last month, the Council had to consider a special report of the Secretary-General relating a change of environment in Timor-Leste as a result of a disturbing series of security-related incidents, some of them of a terrorist nature, which took place in the last months of 2002 and the early months of 2003. At the time, the Secretary-General asked the Council to reconsider the proposed downsizing plan for UNMISET, while keeping the envisioned handover date of May 2004. Consequently, the Council approved resolution 1473 (2003), which endorsed proposals for the adjustment of the downsizing of UNMISET's police component, supported a revised schedule for the downsizing of the Mission's military component and requested a detailed military strategy for the revised schedule.”
2003-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4744 (2003) · source
“Mr. President, allow me to begin by saying that it is a great pleasure to see you presiding over the Security Council. I thank you for convening this open meeting to examine the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (S/2003/449), covering its activities since the last report, dated 6 November 2002. First, Portugal would like to extend its support to the important efforts of the United Nations in Timor- Leste under the already well-tested leadership of its Special Representative, Mr. Kamalesh Sharma. This is particularly noteworthy as political developments in Timor-Leste during the reporting period have been more complex than was initially foreseen.”
2003-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4744 (2003) · source