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1. “Both nations are making good progress on the road to European integration. Thirdly, we note that, unfortunately, freedom of movement within Kosovo remains hampered. While we welcome the news that gates l and 31 reopened during the reporting period, we also note that the EU Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX) must continue to transport Kosovo Police and customs officers by air to those gates, only because northern Kosovo Serbs continue to deny EULEX full and unconditional freedom of movement. The Kosovo Force (KFOR) has also been denied full freedom of movement. We look to Serbia to cooperate with KFOR and EULEX to restore complete freedom of movement for all people and to support KFOR efforts to restore and maintain a safe and secure environment.”

   2012-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6769 (2012) · source

2. “The Government of Serbia's ongoing support for illegal parallel structures and Serbian security forces in northern Kosovo remains a barrier to progress. We call on Belgrade to remove its security forces from Kosovo immediately, and we call for the implementation of all agreements that the parties have reached thus far in the course of the dialogue facilitated by the European Union (EU). We express concern over the difficulties encountered in implementing the EU regional representation and cooperation agreement, and hope that both Governments will use this opportunity to participate fully in regional forums. We congratulate Serbia on its selection as an EU candidate nation, and Kosovo on the feasibility study under way for an EU stabilization and association agreement.”

   2012-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6769 (2012) · source

3. “Going forward, this successful cooperation should serve as a model for future peaceful elections and promote the development of democratic institutions in the greater region. We are hopeful that both Governments will use this practical approach to discuss ongoing problems in northern Kosovo over the coming months. We also welcome the fact that Serbian authorities dismissed as illegitimate local elections in northern Kosovo. Secondly, we echo the Secretary-General's hope for a "normalization of relations" between Pristina and Belgrade. It is time for this long-standing problem to end. The United States continues to reject any action that would undermine Kosovo's independence, sovereignty or territorial integrity.”

   2012-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6769 (2012) · source

4. “I thank Special Representative Zarif for his briefing. I would like to welcome both Foreign Minister Hoxhaj and Foreign Minister Jeremie back to the Council, and thank them for sharing their perspectives with us. I would like to make four main points today. First, the United States welcomes the peaceful participation by dual nationals in Serbian presidential and parliamentary elections in Kosovo on 6 May. We look forward to an equally incident-free second round on 20 May. Kosovo's and Serbia's coordination with the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), which allowed dual nationals to exercise their right to vote without infringing on Kosovo's sovereignty, demonstrated how both countries can effectively work with the international community to overcome political differences.”

   2012-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6769 (2012) · source

5. “There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 4.25 p.m. 13”

   2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760Resumption1 (2012) · source

6. “Under rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representatives of Botswana and the Syrian Arab Republic to participate in this meeting. I wish to remind all speakers to limit their statements to no more than four minutes in order to enable the Council to carry out its work expeditiously. I now give the floor to the representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran.”

   2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760Resumption1 (2012) · source

7. “There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I now invite members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 4.45 p.m. 15”

   2012-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6754 (2012) · source

8. “I thank Mr. Mutaboba for his briefing. I now give the floor to His Excellency Mr. Mamadu Saliu Djalo Pires, Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Guinea- Bissau.”

   2012-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6754 (2012) · source

9. “Under rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Her Excellency Ambassador Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti, Permanent Representative of Brazil, in her capacity as Chair of the Guinea-Bissau configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission, to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I now give the floor to Mr. Mutaboba.”

   2012-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6754 (2012) · source

10. “In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representatives of Angola, Cote d'Ivoire and Guinea- Bissau to participate in this meeting. On behalf of the Council, I welcome the participation at this meeting of the Minister of External Relations of Angola, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Guinea-Bissau and the Minister of State and Foreign Affairs of Portugal. Under rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Mr. Joseph Mutaboba, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Guinea-Bissau, to participate in this meeting. On behalf of the Council, I welcome Mr. Mutaboba, who is joining today's meeting via video teleconference from Bissau.”

    2012-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6754 (2012) · source

11. “There are no more names on the list of speakers. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 12.35 p.m.”

    2012-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6745 (2012) · source

12. “"The Council commends efforts of humanitarian organizations involved and calls on all parties in Mali to allow timely, safe and unimpeded access of humanitarian aid to civilians in need, in accordance with international law, including applicable international humanitarian law, and guiding principles of emergency humanitarian assistance. The Council calls for an increased mobilization of the international community to support humanitarian efforts. "The Security Council expresses its concern at the risk posed by fighting to Mali's World Heritage sites. "The Security Council requests the Secretary-General to update it, as appropriate, on 12-28357 developments in Mali and will remain seized of the matter." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/2012/9.”

    2012-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6745 (2012) · source

13. “rebel groups in the north of Mali and demands an immediate cessation of hostilities. The Council is alarmed by the presence in the region of the terrorist group Al-Qaida in the Islamic Maghreb, which could lead to a further destabilization of the security situation. The Council calls upon the rebels to immediately cease all violence and urges all parties in Mali to seek a peaceful solution through appropriate political dialogue. The Council stresses the importance of the safety of civilians and of the respect of human rights. "The Security Council reaffirms the need to uphold and respect the sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity of Mali. "The Security Council renews its serious concern over the insecurity and rapidly deteriorating humanitarian situation in the Sahel region.”

    2012-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6745 (2012) · source

14. “"The Security Council supports the efforts of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), which issued communiques on 27 and 29 March 2012, and commends the work of President Blaise Compaore, as ECOWAS facilitator, in promoting the return to full civilian authority and the effective re-establishment of constitutional order in Mali. The Council also commends the efforts of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for West Africa and of the African Union in this regard and takes note of the announcement of the mutineers to restore constitutional rule as of 1 April 2012. The Council expects the mutineers to take immediate steps to effectively implement this commitment and will follow developments closely. "The Security Council strongly condemns the continued attacks, looting and seizure of territory carried out by.”

    2012-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6745 (2012) · source

15. “After consultations among Council members, I have been authorized to make the following statement on their behalf: "The Security Council reiterates its strong condemnation of the forcible seizure of power from the democratically elected Government of Mali by some elements of the Malian armed forces, and recalls in this regard its press statement of 22 March 2012 and its presidential statement of 26 March 2012. The Council calls on the mutineers to ensure the safety and security of all Malian officials and demands the immediate release of those detained. The Council renews its call for the immediate restoration of constitutional rule and the democratically elected Government and for the preservation of the electoral process.”

    2012-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6745 (2012) · source

16. “As this is the first meeting of the Council for the month of April 2012, I should like to take this opportunity to pay tribute, on behalf of the Council, to His Excellency Ambassador Mark Lyall Grant, Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom, for his service as President of the Security Council for the month of March 2012. I am sure I speak for all members of the Council in expressing deep appreciation to Ambassador Lyall Grant and his delegation for the great skill with which they conducted the Council's business last month. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted. Peace and security in Africa The President: Under rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Mali to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”

    2012-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6745 (2012) · source

17. “Secretary of State Clinton announced at the London conference that the United States would increase our humanitarian assistance to the Horn of Africa by $64 million, bringing our total emergency assistance to the region since 2011 up to more than $934 million. That amount includes more than $211 million for life-saving programmes in Somalia. We urge all Member States to strongly support the $1.5-billion United Nations consolidated appeal for Somalia, which is currently funded at only $165 million, or 11 per cent. Let me reiterate our strong support for AMISOM and our continued commitment to working with the international community in seeking solutions to the challenges faced by the people of Somalia, who have suffered for too long. In the six-month period, we have a unique opportunity, and we must do everything that we can to seize it.”

    2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source

18. “Fourthly, as we continue to press for political progress and diminish the threat of terrorism, we must sustain our humanitarian response to Somalia. All parties to the conflict must allow unrestricted humanitarian access. The United States is deeply concerned about displaced people pouring into Mogadishu. There is a widespread housing shortage, a lack of clean water and sanitation and a serious threat of disease. We remain particular concerned about the plight of Somali women and children, many of whom are vulnerable to increased levels of sexual and gender- based violence. We urge the international community to continue to provide life-saving assistance to those populations and others in need in Somalia and its neighbours.”

    2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source

19. “The United States has a long and strong tradition of support for that. Now, the support of AMISOM. must become a truly international effort. Maritime assets will be critical to AMISOM's mission, and we hope that providing sustainable and reliable funding for the maritime component will be addressed in the coming months. As we continue to reinforce AMISOM's capacity to root out Al-Shabaab and establish conditions for effective and legitimate governance, we must also ensure that timely and visible benefits accrue to ordinary Somalis in recently liberated areas and improve security, as well as access to food, water, health care and livelihoods. Stabilization programming in those areas must be expanded swiftly to cement military gains and to lay a foundation for long-term reconstruction and economic development.”

    2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source

20. “We urge new donors to assist the Somali national security forces by providing training, equipment, salaries, infrastructure and logistical support. The United States has obligated more than $106 million to support that effort, and we ask others to do their part. Thirdly, to maximize the pressure on Al-Shabaab, we must implement fully and swiftly the expansion mandated in resolution 2036 (2012). The sacrifices made by AMISOM. and the Somali national security forces testify to their dedication to bringing peace and stability in Somalia. We call on additional troop contributors to respond quickly to enable AMISOM. to be fully staffed. We also urge Member States to increase the voluntary support for AMISOM. troop-contributing countries, particularly in the form of equipment and funding for the United Nations Trust Fund in Support of AMISOM.”

    2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source

21. “We urge all Member States to take immediate steps to comply with the obligation contained in resolution 2036 (2012) to ban the trade of Somali charcoal, particularly by those most active in such trade. We must also stop the movement of terrorists to and from Somalia, further disrupt the flow of their finances, and develop the capacity to conduct criminal investigations and prosecutions, as well as to operate secure detention facilities. The Security Council should continue advancing international cooperation to produce concrete results in those areas. We also ask all Member States to build the capacity of the Somali security sector to pave the way for Somalis to take charge of their own security.”

    2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source

22. “Fundamental to that effort will be developing a public information and outreach process to win popular consent for the ongoing process. The United States will support the sanctioning of political spoilers and other individuals who threaten the peace, stability and security of Somalia. Secondly, for the political process to continue, we must redouble our efforts to disrupt terrorism. Despite the military successes of AMISOM, Al-Shabaab remains dangerous. It continues to destroy the lives of innocent Somalis. We welcome the Council's decision, as requested by the TFG, to further degrade Al-Shabaab by imposing an international ban on the import and export of charcoal from Somalia. That decision targets a primary revenue stream for Al-Shabaab. However, sanctions work only when they are implemented.”

    2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source

23. “A number of critical tasks lie ahead before the road map's August deadline. We have six months, and we need to use them wisely. First, the most important achievement of the London conference was to galvanize high-level and public international support to continue to keep pressure on Somali leaders to complete the road map by August. The conference participants, including the United States, concluded that the August deadline was firm. There must be no extension of the Transitional Federal Government's mandate beyond 20 August. The signatories to the road map must fulfil their commitments and complete the difficult work ahead to bring stability to Somalia for the first time in many of its people's lives. The critical next steps are to complete the drafting of the new constitution and to establish the Constituent Assembly.”

    2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source

24. “The TFG and the international community have already taken important steps. The unanimous adoption of resolution 2036 (2012) on 22 February, immediately followed by the London conference on Somalia, shows that the international community is united in its commitment to Somalia's future. I would like to thank the United Kingdom for hosting that important conference, and commend members of the Council for giving unanimous support to AMISOM's expansion. The AMISOM. troop levels are now increasing and its funding needs have been established. The second Garowe Constitutional Conference showed the way towards more inclusive governance with clear benchmarks, and the United Nations Political Office for Somalia has now been established in Mogadishu. We have accomplished much, but this is no time to lose momentum.”

    2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source

25. “I would like welcome you, Mr. Minister. We extend our congratulations to the United Kingdom on assuming the Council's presidency and thank the delegation of Togo for its leadership of the Council last month. We thank the Secretary-General for his statement this morning and Special Representative Mahiga for his briefing. Somalia stands at a critical moment. The international community has an important but limited window of opportunity. The African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) and the Somali forces have driven Al-Shabaab out of Mogadishu and other areas. The mandate of the Transitional Federal Government (TFG) comes to an end in August. Somalia now has a blue print for a State after 20 years without a functional Government. At the same time, Somalia is emerging from the worst humanitarian crisis in the world.”

    2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source

26. “We believe that continued United Nations engagement could play a constructive role in addressing issues related to security, human rights, justice, economic development, governance and accountability. In closing, the United States would like to once again commend the leadership and dedication of Special Representative Haq, the peacekeepers of UNMIT for their work and contributions, the international community for its multilateral and bilateral support to Timor-Leste, and the Timorese themselves for their continued dedication to peace and security in Timor-Leste.”

    2012-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6720 (2012) · source

27. “We encourage UNMIT and the Government of Timor-Leste to continue to engage international partners to ensure that any capability gaps are quickly identified and filled. Finally, with UNMIT'S expected withdrawal approaching, we must think about the future engagement of the United Nations and the Security Council in Timor-Leste. Discussions on the role of the United Nations following UNMIT's departure will need to include the Government of Timor-Leste and the international community. We strongly believe that the elections themselves should not be an exit strategy, but rather that UNMIT's transition should be determined by the progress of events on the ground.”

    2012-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6720 (2012) · source

28. “We also hope that the Serious Crimes Investigation Team will be able to complete its important work within its mandate. We urge the Timor-Leste authorities to pursue full and credible accountability for all crimes and abuses, including, among others, those arising from the 2006 crisis, in order to deliver justice and build trust in the institutions of justice. Fourthly, I want to recognize the truly impressive level of collaboration that has taken place between UNMIT and the Government of Timor-Leste in developing a transition plan for UNMIT's withdrawal by the end of 2012. We encourage both parties to continue to focus their work on transition planning, even as the electoral cycle begins.”

    2012-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6720 (2012) · source

29. “We continue to urge all political parties to respect the outcome of the democratic process and to conduct political activities peacefully. We welcome the commitments the political leaders have made so far to respecting a peaceful democratic process. Thirdly, the development of competent and strong rule of law and governance institutions is critical to the country's long-term success. We are encouraged by the Government's progress in promoting anti-corruption and transparency initiatives, and underscore the importance of strengthening those institutions. We also encourage the resolution of outstanding truth and reconciliation issues from the period 1975-1999, including the establishment of a memory institute or other institutional mechanism.”

    2012-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6720 (2012) · source

30. “The United States is committed to supporting the continuing development of the military and police forces, and we have recently increased our bilateral support in that area. Our efforts to advance community policing and sharpen the investigative skills of police and prosecutors are two examples of that commitment. Secondly, we commend the preparations of the Government of Timor-Leste for the upcoming elections, and praise the efforts of the United Nations and other international partners in supporting the electoral process. The conduct of peaceful, free and fair elections will be a critical milestone in Timor- Leste's history. The success of the electoral process will indicate a further solidification of peace and security throughout the country and signal continued progress towards a peaceful and prosperous future.”

    2012-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6720 (2012) · source

31. “The contribution of all parties to maintaining stability throughout the upcoming election period in Timor-Leste will be critical, and that transfer is a key step in that process. We welcome the progress to professionalize and strengthen the PNTL so that it can carry out its full security responsibilities and command the role UNMIT has played. We note that challenges remain and we encourage the Government of Timor-Leste to define more clearly the respective responsibilities of the PNTL and the Timorese defence forces, especially as we near elections. As Timor-Leste continues to develop its own national security institutions, clearly defined authorities, accountability and impartiality will be crucial to increasing stability.”

    2012-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6720 (2012) · source

32. “The United Nations and the international community as a whole have worked together since the independence of Timor-Leste and will continue to partner with that young democracy to help it develop and prosper. Today we have the opportunity to reflect on the advances made in sustaining the stability of Timor- Leste and the country's remaining needs. We must also focus on the progress of the planned withdrawal of the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT) and begin to consider post-UNMIT and United Nations engagement in Timor-Leste. I would like to address five issues. First, the United States welcomes the transfer of primary policing responsibilities from UNMIT to the Policia Nacional de Timor-Leste (PNTL).”

    2012-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6720 (2012) · source

33. “I would like to welcome President Jose Ramos-Horta to the Council. The United States deeply appreciates his passionate advocacy of human rights and democracy around the world and thanks him for his presence and assessments on the progress Timor-Leste has made. We also wish to congratulate Timor-Leste on its tenth anniversary of independence. Timor-Leste has taken its rightful place on the global stage, becoming a contributor to United Nations peacekeeping missions and founding and chairing the Group of Seven Plus of post-conflict countries. I thank Special Representative Haq for today's briefing. Her dedicated leadership and continued commitment to solidifying peace in Timor-Leste are much appreciated.”

    2012-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6720 (2012) · source

34. “We are studying ways in which we can contribute materially to the joint United Kingdom-Seychelles proposed regional anti-piracy prosecution intelligence and information centre to be located in Victoria, and believe that the centre will make a material contribution to the international efforts to disrupt the piracy enterprise ashore. Finally, we endorse the report's suggestion that, as a logical next step, an assessment be conducted, with the assistance of States active in naval operations, to help to determine the number of piracy incidents where suspects are apprehended and released, as well as the reasons underlying those releases. As the report notes, that will assist both in sharpening the counter- piracy strategy and determining the likely anticipated demand for prosecution capacity in the region for the foreseeable future.”

    2012-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6719 (2012) · source

35. “That is why contributions to the Trust Fund to Support Initiatives of States Countering Piracy off the Coast of Somalia are so vitally important to permit timely implementation by UNODC, UNDP and others of as many of the specific steps called for in the Secretary- General's report as possible. The United States contributes regularly to the Trust Fund and is confident that projects it funds are making a real difference in building capacity related to the rule of law in the region, and specifically to countering piracy. We also recognize the importance to Seychelles and other States of the region of international assistance efforts in the form of the provision of personnel, as called for in the report.”

    2012-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6719 (2012) · source

36. “For its part, the United States will continue to aggressively prosecute suspected pirates in cases with a United States nexus. We have in custody a total of 28 Somalis at various stages of prosecution or incarceration, in five cases of attacks on American citizens or interests. We believe that the report (S/2012/50) of the Secretary-General demonstrates that the experts of UNODC, UNDP, the Contact Group on Piracy off the Coast of Somalia and other stakeholders understand clearly the problems and needs with respect to piracy prosecutions and how best to address those needs.”

    2012-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6719 (2012) · source

37. “We also acknowledge Council resolution 2020 (2011) and its commendation of INTERPOL for the creation of a global piracy database designed to consolidate information about piracy off the coast of Somalia and facilitate the development of actionable analysis for law enforcement. We urge all States to share such information with INTERPOL for use in the database through appropriate channels. We recognize that any increase in prosecution capacity in the region necessarily will require an increase in prison capacity. In that regard, we support the continuing efforts of Somali authorities, UNODC, UNDP and other international partners in supporting the construction and responsible operation of suitable and sufficient prisons in Somalia and elsewhere in the region.”

    2012-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6719 (2012) · source

38. “We applaud the tremendous amount of work already under way by the UNODC, UNDP and others to assist Somalia and regional States in conducting piracy prosecutions. We are very encouraged by the projection that, with assistance, States in the region could collectively increase the number of piracy prosecutions per year by 125, involving up to 1,250 suspects, in accordance with international standards. That includes, as appropriate, prosecution of planners, facilitators and financers of piracy attacks. We thank, among others, the Government of the Seychelles for its indication of willingness to host a regional prosecution centre, contingent on the establishment of an effective post-trial transfer framework, and we look forward to the opening this year of its Regional Anti-Piracy Prosecution and Intelligence Coordination Centre.”

    2012-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6719 (2012) · source

39. “In addition to the human toll associated with piracy, the economic costs of dealing with the piracy threat are staggering. The grim statistics reinforce the need, as one part of the solution to the piracy problem, to establish specialized anti-piracy courts and increase the capacity to conduct prosecutions. We note that an ultimate goal in this regard is enhancing Somali responsibility and active involvement in efforts to prosecute and incarcerate suspected pirates. As one aspect of that, we stress the importance of the Transitional Federal Government of Somalia enacting anti-piracy legislation by 18 May, as called for in the road map to end the transition, and the Transitional Federal Parliament passing appropriate counter-piracy legislation before the end of the transitional period in August.”

    2012-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6719 (2012) · source

40. “Even as piracy continues to present challenges off the coast of Somalia, we are cautiously optimistic about some of the findings in the Secretary-General's report, including that the success rate of attacks decreased in 2011. As more nations implement the guidance provided by the International Maritime Organization - the industry-developed best- management practices for protection against Somalia- based piracy - and employ the use of privately contracted armed security personnel, we are hopeful that the numbers will continue to decrease. However, we remain extremely concerned by reports that the geographical expanse of pirate operations is intruding into the southern Red Sea and extending as far as the eastern Indian Ocean.”

    2012-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6719 (2012) · source

41. “We thank the Secretary-General for producing his informative report (S/2012/50), and Under-Secretary- General O'Brien and Executive Director Fedotov for their briefings today. We believe that the report, prepared in conjunction with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), provides and excellent blueprint for moving forward on the piracy prosecution front. Among other things, the report provides a most useful and very comprehensive needs assessment with respect to ongoing efforts in various regional States, laying out clearly what the current state of play is in each venue and pinpointing specific measures that need to be taken in order to move to the operational phase.”

    2012-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6719 (2012) · source

42. “We thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Mahiga for his efforts and urge him to remain focused on compliance with the benchmarks and timelines set by the road map signatories in accordance with the Kampala Accord.”

    2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source

43. “We welcome the initiative of United Kingdom Prime Minister David Cameron to host the 23 February high- level conference in London to maintain momentum for the political and security success and to build international consensus and support for the path forward in Somalia. Finally, let me reiterate our strong support of the United Nations efforts in Somalia. The historic visit last month by the Secretary-General and the President of the General Assembly is evidence of their commitment to restoring peace and stability in Somalia. The United States commends and fully supports the decision to move the headquarters of the United Nations Political Office for Somalia to Mogadishu this month.”

    2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source

44. “While the road map process is far from complete, the December Garowe Conference, attended by the signatories of the road map, represents a significant and positive step forward on the completion of the key task of constitutional and parliamentary reform and the indirect election of a president and speaker of Parliament by August 2012. The Garowe principles, agreed to by the senior political leadership, now need further discussion and consideration by a broader cross-section of the Somali people, including civil society, which we urge begin with the second phase of the Garowe conference to be held later this month.”

    2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source

45. “We call upon all Transitional Federal Institutions (TFIs), including Parliament as well as other signatories, to meet their obligations and responsibilities for the implementation of the road map. Let me be absolutely clear on this point: we will hold the road map signatories to account. They are responsible for achieving the tasks outlined in the road map, including an agreed upon constitution, parliamentary reform and credible and transparent elections. Any further support by the United States will be contingent upon the successful completion of the key tasks of the road map. We will stand by Somalia's side, but we are prepared to walk away if the TFG and the TFIs cannot show concrete, measurable progress in 2012. There is some reason for optimism.”

    2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source

46. “Furthermore, we have committed more than $106 million worth of training, equipment and other support to develop the capacity of Somali security forces. We urge other Member States to provide in-kind support or contributions to the Trust Fund, without caveats, to fund urgently needed projects, including reimbursement for contingent- owned equipment. As AMISOM. expands its footprint, it is imperative that it have predictable and uncaveated funding to sustain its operations. While AMISOM. plays a critical role, a coherent and achievable political strategy must be in place. The Kampala Accord and road map to end the transition are key to achieving long-lasting peace and stability in Somalia.”

    2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source

47. “We await further details from the AU, particularly concerning the command-and-control architecture, as well as the Secretariat's report, including its cost analysis of the AU's recommendations, and the assessment made by the United Nations Support Office for AMISOM. of support needs for the AU's operations outside of Mogadishu. We will give these proposals thorough and prompt consideration, and call for a follow-on discussion as soon as practical. The United States intends to continue its strong bilateral support to AMISOM. troop-contributing countries (TCCs). To date, we have committed more than $337 million worth of training, equipment and logistic support to AMISOM. and its TCCs - in addition to our assessment for the United Nations Support Office for AMISOM.”

    2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source

48. “The Kampala Accord, the road map and the Garowe Conference outcome have all created momentum for critical political reforms that must complement early security gains. As difficult as it is for all of us at a time of severe resource austerity, it is imperative that the international community seize the moment in Somalia. We must come together and rise to meet these new challenges. It would be foolish to turn our backs on our collective successes thus far. They are our shared responsibility. We have listened carefully to the African Union's calls to increase AMISOM's troop ceiling beyond the current mandated strength, and to the various proposals to expand the use of United Nations-assessed funding to support AMISOM.”

    2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source

49. “Meanwhile, Al-Shabaab continues its despicable acts, including suicide bombings, attacks on civilians and humanitarian workers, and the expulsion of humanitarian organizations at the height of the world's gravest humanitarian catastrophe. At the same time, we have a moment of opportunity to turn the tide of violence, poverty and despair in Somalia. The remarkable courage of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) and its Ugandan and Burundian troops has helped to liberate Mogadishu from Al-Shabaab's occupation. We welcome Djibouti's deployment and urge the African Union and Djibouti promptly to resolve any remaining questions about how best to integrate Djiboutian troops into the Mission. Kenya and Ethiopia have thrown their weight behind the effort to defeat Al-Shabaab, and we welcome their contributions as well.”

    2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source

50. “Nearly 1 million Somalis live in exile, and 1.5 million are displaced and experiencing famine conditions. All parties must ensure immediate and unfettered access to those in need of emergency humanitarian assistance. We should like to thank Member States for their generous support of the United Nations 2011 Somalia consolidated appeal, which was funded at 82 per cent. Still, there are many gaps. For example, the protection cluster was funded at only 17 per cent, thwarting efforts to better protect vulnerable women and girls. The recently launched 2012 consolidated appeal requests $1.5 billion. The United States urges Member States to support this appeal. Total United States humanitarian assistance to the region since 1 October 2010 is $870 million, $250 million of which have been used for Somalia.”

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