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  1. The next speaker is the representative of Japan. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422Resumption1 (2001) · source

  2. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Slovenia. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422Resumption1 (2001) · source

  3. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of the Republic of Korea. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422Resumption1 (2001) · source

  4. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Egypt. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422Resumption1 (2001) · source

  5. The next speaker is the representative of Belgium. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422Resumption1 (2001) · source

  6. It is important that this draft resolution be used as a guide for reporting on conflict situations. In conclusion, let me first of all express my delegation's appreciation to the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, to the Executive Director of UNICEF and to their staffs for keeping the focus of the international community on the children who are Victims of armed conflict: children whose lives are put in jeopardy by actions beyond their control. We also wish to express our appreciation to the delegation of France for having so ably coordinated work on the draft resolution before us. Our future actions will determine whether we have heard the cry from the heart of Alhaji Babah Sawaneh for peace and for a better life. I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422Resumption1 (2001) · source

  7. We also express appreciation to the Department of Peacekeeping Operations for the initiatives taken on the training of peacekeepers. This year's report of the Secretary-General is the culmination of nearly a decade of work that began with the seminal work of Ms. Graca Machel, to whom the international community owes a debt of gratitude. The provisions of the draft resolution to be adopted at the end of this debate are addressed, inter alia, to parties to armed conflict, Member States, the Secretary-General and regional and subregional organizations. The draft resolution also requests the Secretary-General, in his next report, to list parties to armed conflict that recruit or use children in violation of international obligations applicable to them.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422Resumption1 (2001) · source

  8. Seventh, the impact on children of the illicit trade in small arms and the illegal exploitation of and trade in natural resources must be forcefully addressed. Eighth, we must replicate successful initiatives to protect children affected by war at the community level, make education an essential component of humanitarian assistance, and include information on the security of children in all reports prepared for the Security Council on conflict situations. In that regard, I wish to highlight that we would wish to see these and all other so-called generic resolutions mainstreamed. Among the recommendations made in the Secretary-General's report, I wish to highlight the launch of an international research network on children and armed conflict as being most timely, because appropriate responses can only be based on accurate data.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422Resumption1 (2001) · source

  9. Genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity and other egregious crimes perpetrated against children must be excluded from amnesty provisions contemplated during peace negotiations. By the same token, child ex- combatants should be regarded primarily as Victims rather than as perpetrators, and should be exposed to rehabilitative treatment. Fifth, appropriate monitoring and reporting mechanisms must be established to ensure the compliance of armed groups and non-State actors. Sixth, better and more effective cooperation and coordination with regional and subregional bodies must be developed. In that context, we wish to express appreciation for the work of the non-governmental organizations in the field.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422Resumption1 (2001) · source

  10. Third, the international community must also encourage respect for human rights and encourage specially designed post-conflict peace-building and rehabilitation programmes that can reduce the likelihood of the re-emergence of armed conflict. In that regard, disarmament, demobilization, reintegration and repatriation programmes must receive adequate funding. Fourth, the promotion of a culture of adherence to humanitarian norms and standards is of critical importance, especially in the light of increased Violations of humanitarian law in conflict situations. A component of any effective strategy must be an end to impunity through the prosecution of those who deliberately violate the rights of children.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422Resumption1 (2001) · source

  11. We must commend the Special Representative of the Secretary- General for the initiatives which have been implemented since last year's report. I wish to highlight some issues which my delegation believes must be taken account of in the pre-conflict and post- conflict phases, and during conflicts, to address the plight of children in a comprehensive and integrated manner. First, attention must be given to the prevention of armed conflict, as the best way to reduce the harm done to children is to prevent armed conflicts from breaking out. Second, addressing the root causes of conflict must therefore be a matter of priority for the international community.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422Resumption1 (2001) · source

  12. As a result, the issue has now been placed squarely on the international peace and security agenda. Nevertheless, despite the commitments made and the actions taken, children are still being killed, maimed, used as combatants, uprooted from home and community and forced to live in conditions of extreme deprivation. There is no doubt that armed conflict exacerbates poverty, reduces progress in human development and increases children's vulnerability to sexual abuse and physical exploitation. The challenge before us is how to change that tragic reality. The report of the Secretary-General (S/2001/852) presents us with a balance sheet on the implementation of existing Security Council resolutions and identifies areas where further action is still required.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422Resumption1 (2001) · source

  13. Today's debate, which is being held on Universal Children's Day, which we observe as a day of worldwide fraternity and understanding among children, and of activity promoting the welfare of the world's children, also reminds us of the important role that States Members of the United Nations, individually and collectively, must play if we are to reduce the gap between norms and practice. It is true that over the past five years greater attention has been focused on the plight of children affected by armed conflict. That has stimulated a number of innovative and practical initiatives, strengthened the advocacy work of UNICEF and of the Special Representative for Children and Armed Conflict, and enhanced the ability of the United Nations to implement programmes at the international level and in affected countries and regions.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422Resumption1 (2001) · source

  14. I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Jamaica. Earlier today, we heard a cry from the heart of a child: a cry on behalf of millions of children around the globe affected by armed conflict; a cry for a better life; a cry for peace. Alhaji Babah Sawaneh's Vision must guide the Security Council as it seeks to fulfil its primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security. Alhaji Babah Sawaneh has put a face on the report of the Secretary-General so ably presented to us today by his Special Representative for Children and Armed Conflict; on the work of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), graphically described by its Executive Director; and on the provisions of the resolutions that the Security Council has adopted on specific conflict situations.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422Resumption1 (2001) · source

  15. There are still a number of speakers on my list for this meeting. In view of the lateness of the hour, I intend, with the concurrence of the members of the Council, to suspend the meeting until 3.15 this afternoon. The meeting was suspended at 1.20 pm.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422 (2001) · source

  16. Let me thank Alhaji Babah Sawaneh for putting a human face - his face - and the faces of millions of children on the issue before the Council this morning, the situation of children in armed conflict. Let me also thank him for coming to New York to speak to the members of the Council.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422 (2001) · source

  17. Let me, on behalf of the members of the Council, extend a warm welcome to Alhaji Babah Sawaneh, to whom I give the floor.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422 (2001) · source

  18. I thank the Secretary-General for his statement and for his commitment to protecting the rights of children. I now give the floor to the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, Mr. Olara Otunnu.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422 (2001) · source

  19. In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, and in the absence of objection, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Mrs. Carol Bellamy, Executive Director of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF). There being no objection, it is so decided. I invite the Executive Director of UNICEF to take a seat at the Council table. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document S/200l/852, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on children and armed conflict. I shall now give the floor to the Secretary- General.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422 (2001) · source

  20. Hasmy (Malaysia), Mr. Navarrete (Mexico), Mr. Adekanye (Nigeria), Mr. Lee Ho-jin (Republic of Korea), Mr. Petric (Slovenia) and Ms. Ndhlovu (South Africa) took the seats reservedfor them at the side ofthe Council Chamber. The President: In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, and in the absence of objection, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Mr. Olara Otunnu, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict. There being no objection, it is so decided. I invite the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict to take a seat at the Council table.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422 (2001) · source

  21. I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Belgium, Canada, Egypt, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Nigeria, the Republic of Korea, Slovenia and South Africa, in which they request to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the discussion without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. De Ruyt (Belgium), Mr. Heinbecker (Canada), Mr. Aboul Gheit (Egypt), Mr. Aldouri (Iraq), Mr. Lancry (Israel), Mr. Motomura (Japan), Mr.

    2001-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4422 (2001) · source

  22. It also reiterates its support for the work of the United Nations Office in Angola in finding a solution to the Angolan conflict." This statement will be issued as a document of Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/2001/36. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 8pm.

    2001-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4419 (2001) · source

  23. It also calls upon the international community to continue to provide necessary humanitarian assistance. It stresses that humanitarian assistance should be provided to the population in need, throughout Angola. "The Security Council supports the efforts of the civil society and the churches to alleviate the humanitarian situation and to facilitate national reconciliation. "The Security Council welcomes the upcoming visit of the Secretary-General's Special Adviser on Africa to Angola for consultations with the Government, political parties and civil society representatives on how the United Nations could help in the advancement of the peace process.

    2001-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4419 (2001) · source

  24. It encourages the Angolan authorities to continue, in consultation with all the political parties and with the full participation of the civil society, their efforts for peace, stability and national reconciliation. The Council further encourages the Government of Angola to work for economic reform and to ensure transparent and accountable governance to provide a positive climate for peace. "The Security Council expresses its concern that the continuing conflict in Angola is leading to large numbers of internally displaced persons and a dire humanitarian situation. It welcomes the efforts of the Government of Angola to improve the humanitarian situation and the resettlement of the displaced population and calls upon it to increase its efforts to this end.

    2001-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4419 (2001) · source

  25. "The Security Council reiterates its call on Member States to comply fully with the implementation of the sanctions regime against UNITA. The Council notes the positive contribution of the Security Council sanctions Committee established pursuant to resolution 864 (1993) and, in this regard, calls upon the Member States to cooperate fully with the Security Council Committee and the Monitoring Mechanism on Sanctions against UNITA. "The Security Council supports the Government of Angola in its efforts to implement the the Lusaka Protocol including through the Fund for Peace and National Reconciliation. The Security Council supports the Government's intention to hold free and fair elections when appropriate conditions are in place.

    2001-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4419 (2001) · source

  26. "The Security Council reaffirms that the Lusaka Protocol remains the only viable basis for a political settlement of the conflict in Angola. The failure by UNITA to implement the Lusaka Protocol and the relevant resolutions of the Security Council are the basis for the continuation of the Security Council sanctions against UNITA. "The Security Council once again reaffirms its intention to keep sanctions under close and ongoing monitoring with a view to improving their effectiveness until it is convinced that the conditions in the relevant resolutions are met. It welcomes, in this regard, the ongoing review by the sanctions Committee of the recommendations of the Monitoring Mechanism on Sanctions against UNITA.

    2001-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4419 (2001) · source

  27. The Security Council will now continue its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. After consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: "The Security Council remains deeply concerned about the ongoing conflict in Angola. It holds Mr. Jonas Savimbi and the armed faction of the Uniao Nacional para a Independencia Total de Angola (UNITA) primarily responsible for the failure to implement the Lusaka Protocol. It expresses its deep concern at the resulting human rights and international humanitarian law violations, and the humanitarian crisis.

    2001-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4419 (2001) · source

  28. There are no more speakers inscribed on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 8pm.

    2001-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4418 (2001) · source

  29. I thank the representative of Brazil for his kind words addressed to the Jamaican delegation. The next speaker on my list is the representative of Belgium. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.

    2001-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4418 (2001) · source

  30. I thank the representative of Namibia for his kind words addressed to Jamaica. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Brazil. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.

    2001-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4418 (2001) · source

  31. I thank the representative of Cape Verde for the kind words he addressed to me. The next speaker on my list is The Honourable Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, Information and Broadcasting of Namibia, The Honourable Tuliameni Kalomoh.

    2001-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4418 (2001) · source

  32. The next speaker on my list is the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Cooperation and Communities of Cape Verde, Mr. Manuel Inocencio Sousa. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.

    2001-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4418 (2001) · source

  33. But should UNITA choose to remain outside of the political process, it must not be allowed to derail the elections by creating insecurity and uncertainty, and in so doing, dictate the pace at which important political changes occur. In closing, I wish to emphasize our support for Under-Secretary-General Gambari's visit to the region, and we look forward to hearing from him on his return. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. The next speaker is the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Malawi. I invite her to take a seat at the Council table and to make her statement.

    2001-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4418 (2001) · source

  34. We welcome the continued affirmation of the Government's commitment to peace within the framework of the Lusaka Protocol and the steps taken to establish the Fund for Peace and National Reconciliation, as well the Government's approval of a four-point peace plan. Jamaica supports the Secretary-General's response to the formal request of the Angolan Government for the assistance of the United Nations. The follow-up programme of action, which would be prepared by the Secretariat following Under-Secretary- General Gambari's next visit to the region, should provide a basis for the Security Council to act in furtherance of the peace process. We urge the Government to do all it can to ensure that the necessary political and security conditions are in place for the scheduled elections.

    2001-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4418 (2001) · source

  35. We are encouraged by reports that some members of UNITA reacted positively to the initiative of church leaders to mediate a negotiated peace between UNITA and the Angolan Government. It must be made clear, however, that UNITA cannot continue to seek a solution outside of the Lusaka Protocol. We are particularly encouraged by the formation in early September of a peace network comprising several church and civil society dignitaries. We welcome the assistance which the Angolan Government has offered to UNITA with a view to its transformation into a political party in readiness to contest the general elections scheduled for next year.

    2001-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4418 (2001) · source

  36. It is time that the leaders of UNITA accepted that a political solution is the only route towards securing an end to Angola's intractable and tragic civil war. The recent attacks by UNITA on civilians must receive our condemnation. At the same time, it is important that the Security Council and the international community maintain the pressure on UNITA through the sanctions. It is clear that the sanctions have been having some effect through the Monitoring Mechanism. But it is also clear that Member States need to cooperate fully if the sanctions are to have their desired effect: to cut off UNITA from sources of funding for its military operations. We are also encouraged by the re-emergence of civil society in Angola.

    2001-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4418 (2001) · source

  37. At the end of August, the number of persons reportedly displaced since the resumption of hostilities in December 1998 reached over 4 million. We are particularly concerned about the very serious condition of children, as reported by the United Nations and other humanitarian agencies, and we wish to stress the importance of guaranteeing the safety and security of humanitarian personnel, as well as their freedom of movement and ability to access vulnerable populations. We wish to stress that the continuing conflict in Angola is the primary responsibility of UNITA. We renew our demand that UNITA fulfil its obligations under the Lusaka Protocol and relevant resolutions of the Security Council.

    2001-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4418 (2001) · source

  38. I will now make a statement in my national capacity. Let me begin by again thanking Under-Secretary- General Ibrahim Gambari for his comprehensive and lucid briefing on an issue of vital importance to peace and stability in the southern African region. We also welcome the contribution of the Minister of External Relations of Angola, Mr. Joao Bernardo de Miranda, and thank him for his important contribution to our deliberations. The Jamaican delegation continues to be deeply disturbed by the precarious humanitarian situation in Angola. We have noted very carefully the words of the Minister of External Relations, and his appeal for assistance from the international community. We have noted that, despite progress made in stabilizing populations in accessible areas, there has been a marked deterioration.

    2001-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4418 (2001) · source

  39. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. I now give the floor to Mr. Ibrahim Gambari, Under-Secretary-General and Special Adviser of the Secretary-General.

    2001-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4418 (2001) · source

  40. Miranda (Angola) took a seat at the Council table. At the invitation ofthe President, Mr. De Loecker (Belgium), Mr. Araujo Castro (Brazil), Mr. Heinbecker (Canada), Mr. Sousa (Cape Verde), Ms. Patel (Malawi), Mr. Kalomoh (Namibia) and Mr. Jokonya (Zimbabwe) took the seats reservedfor them at the side of the Council Chamber. The President: In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Mr. Ibrahim Gambari, Under-Secretary-General and Special Adviser of the Secretary-General on Africa. It was so decided. The President: I invite Mr. Gambari to take a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.

    2001-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4418 (2001) · source

  41. I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Angola, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Cape Verde, Malawi, Namibia and Zimbabwe, in which they request to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In accordance with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the discussion without the right to vote in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. The President: On behalf of the Council, I extend a warm welcome to the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Angola, His Excellency Mr. Joao Bernardo de Miranda. At the invitation of the President, Mr.

    2001-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4418 (2001) · source

  42. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 6.20pm.

    2001-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4415 (2001) · source

  43. Members of the Council have before them document S/2001/1075, which contains the text of the draft resolution prepared in the course of the Council's prior consultations. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show ofhands. In favour: Bangladesh, China, Colombia, France, Ireland, Jamaica, Mali, Mauritius, Norway, Russian Federation, Singapore, Tunisia, Ukraine, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America. The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1378 (2001).

    2001-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4415 (2001) · source

  44. I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Afghanistan, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In accordance with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion without the right to vote, in conformity with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Ghalib (Afghanistan) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations.

    2001-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4415 (2001) · source

  45. I thank Mr. Brahimi for his statement. I also wanted to join him in thanking all those who have participated in this open debate, which has provided an opportunity for Members of the United Nations to benefit from the briefing provided by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Afghanistan and to express their own views on the situation in Afghanistan. The views expressed here today will certainly enrich the Council's future deliberations. I also wanted to express the appreciation of the Jamaican delegation for the kind words extended to us. There are no further speakers inscribed on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting me at 7.05 pm.

    2001-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4414Resumption1 (2001) · source

  46. I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Chile in which she requests to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Ms. Alvear Valenzuela (Chile) took a seat at the Council table. The President: I give the floor to the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Chile.

    2001-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4414Resumption1 (2001) · source

  47. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Argentina. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.

    2001-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4414Resumption1 (2001) · source

  48. The next speaker is the representative of Kazakhstan. I invite her to take a seat at the Council table and to make her statement.

    2001-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4414Resumption1 (2001) · source

  49. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Malaysia. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.

    2001-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4414Resumption1 (2001) · source

  50. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Egypt. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.

    2001-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4414Resumption1 (2001) · source