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“We welcome this comprehensive response to the discussions held last July, during Jamaica's presidency, in which the Security Council reviewed the complex dimensions of the causes and prevention of armed conflicts and which led to the adoption of the presidential statement inviting the Secretary-General to submit a report containing an analysis and recommendations on initiatives within the United Nations. The Secretary-General's own commitment to promoting a culture of prevention within the United Nations system and among Member States is clearly borne out in his report.”
2001-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4334 (2001) · source
“It is a pleasure to see you, Sir, the Foreign Minister of Bangladesh, presiding over the deliberations of the Security Council. Your presence here today clearly reflects the commitment of Bangladesh to inculcating a culture of peace and non- violence in international affairs. I also wish to thank you for the kind words addressed to my country, Jamaica, and to our Foreign Minister, The Honourable Mr. Paul Robertson. Allow me to also express my delegation's appreciation to Deputy Secretary-General Louise Frechette for her important statement and her introduction of the report of the Secretary-General on the prevention of armed conflict.”
2001-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4334 (2001) · source
“The development of basic infrastructure and social services will also need considerable support, as will the establishment of a credible and effective judicial system. The success of the United Nations in East Timor will be judged not only on what was achieved prior to independence, but also on the capacity of the East Timorese to deal with their post-independence challenges. In this regard, we support the establishment of an integrated mission task force, as we believe this will provide the basis for determining the assistance which the United Nations can provide. In conclusion, my delegation wishes to express its support for and solidarity with the people of East Timor. We look forward to welcoming them very soon into the family of nations when they achieve their independence.”
2001-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4321 (2001) · source
“In this regard, we would support the maintenance of the military component of UNTAET at its present levels. Even after independence, the assistance of the international community will remain critical for East Timor. We must help the East Timorese to achieve their post-independence aspirations, including economic progress and the consolidation of democracy. It is imperative that the international community continue to provide technical and financial assistance and to assist the people of East Timor in creating an enabling environment for sustained economic growth and sustainable development. The international civilian police will need to continue to provide law enforcement functions and training for the East Timorese officers.”
2001-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4321 (2001) · source
“We would also appeal to the Indonesian authorities to find a way of dealing with crimes committed before the August 1999 referendum. We note that the Office of the United Nations Security Coordinator has decided to lead a security assessment mission to West Timor this month. Mr. Gusmao has drawn a distinction between the internal situation in East Timor, which is under control, and the situation on the border, where the militia groups reign, as he said, with impunity. We encourage the Government of Indonesia to implement all the measures called for in resolution 1319 (2000) in order to create a more secure environment for the return of United Nations staff to West Timor and in order to facilitate the reclassification of West Timor's security status.”
2001-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4321 (2001) · source
“My delegation believes that the prosecution of those responsible for war crimes and heinous acts is essential to the maintenance of and respect for law and order and can have a positive impact on reconciliation. Mr. Ramos-Horta has spoken feelingly about the reaction to the verdicts handed down in connection with the Vicious murders of United Nations relief workers in West Timor last year. My delegation said than, and we say again, that justice must not only be done, but must be seen to be done. The fact that the prosecutor has appealed the sentences must, therefore, be viewed as a positive development. These decisions have a direct bearing not only on the situation within East Timor, but also on future good-neighbourly relations between East Timor and Indonesia. We know that both parties aspire to this.”
2001-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4321 (2001) · source
“We hope that the training of women in political participation, decision-making and the basic knowledge of running for office will result in a substantial number of women participating in the elections and being elected to the Constituent Assembly. The return and registration of refugees in West Timor still demand our attention, as we draw closer to the elections. According to the Secretary-General's report, the registration process scheduled for completion by 20 June is off to a slow start, and we are still plagued with difficulties associated with the registration of refugees. The report advised that the number of refugees returning to East Timor has declined from nearly 3,000 in March to fewer than 400 in April. It would be useful to hear from Mr. Annabi whether the reasons for the dramatic decline in returns have been identified.”
2001-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4321 (2001) · source
“The national civic education framework that has been developed provides for the flow of information to the public about the constitutional process. However, we would encourage the early establishment of the district constitutional mechanism to allow the people of East Timor to provide their own inputs and feedback on the drafting of their constitution. We are aware of the importance this will have for building the confidence of the Timorese people in their future legislation. We also welcome the UNTAET policy of encouraging gender balance in the new Timorese administration. The regulation on elections encourages equal participation of women in the electoral and constitutional processes.”
2001-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4321 (2001) · source
“The United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) has developed an impressive record in establishing an effective administration, assisting in the development of civil and social services and supporting capacity-building for self-government. In its efforts to assist with constitutional development and the rule of law, UNTAET has thus made a considerable contribution towards the establishment of an independent East Timor. However, the primary challenges facing East Timor remain, first, preparing for elections and independence, and secondly, determining a constructive and supportive post-independence role for the United Nations. We welcome the promulgation on 16 March of the regulation on the election of the Constituent Assembly.”
2001-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4321 (2001) · source
“My delegation thanks Assistant Secretary-General Hedi Annabi for introducing the comprehensive report of the Secretary- General and for updating the Council on recent developments in regard to political and economic issues, the status of refugees, and security. My delegation welcomes the presence at our meeting of Mr. Gusmao, President of the National Council of Timorese Resistance, and Mr. Ramos-Horta, member of the transitional Cabinet of East Timor responsible for foreign affairs. Their contribution to the long struggle of the East Timorese people for independence is a matter of historical record. We salute them today, and through them all the people of East Timor as they seek to chart their own destiny.”
2001-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4321 (2001) · source
“In conclusion, my delegation wishes to commend the Secretary-General and the agencies concerned for the initiatives taken to address the situation in the subregion in an integrated manner. We wish to assure the Secretary-General, the men and women of UNAMSIL and the people of the region of Jamaica's continued solidarity and support.”
2001-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4319 (2001) · source
“We therefore fully support the two-track approach by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, as well as the proposed presence of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs in the United Nations office for West Africa. We recognize, however - as Ms. McAskie pointed out 4 that conditions for the full return of refugees to Sierra Leone or Liberia do not at present exist and we are disturbed at Ms. McAskie's reports of harassment and thefts experienced by refugees and internally displaced persons. It therefore must be impressed upon all armed groups that they must provide safe access and safe passage to refugees, internally displaced persons and humanitarian personnel operating in the areas of conflict.”
2001-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4319 (2001) · source
“As I mentioned earlier, women have become increasingly effective participants at the peace table and they have continued to assist in creating an enabling environment for conflict prevention, peacemaking and post-conflict peace-building. We therefore welcome the Mano River Union Women's Peace Network, which links women from Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone, and we support the request made by Assistant Secretary-General Fall and Ms.McAskie for assistance to be given to that programme. Last, the flow of refugees across the borders of the three countries has fuelled what can be described as one of the most serious refugee situations in the world. We believe that any solution to this crisis must also involve a regional strategy entailing specific criteria for action.”
2001-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4319 (2001) · source
“We need to address the specific needs and problems which these women face in the integration process and to determine what steps can be taken to address their psychological as well as their domestic needs. Seventh, the proliferation of arms in the subregion continues to be of great concern to my delegation. While we fully support the recommendations outlined in the relevant section of the report, aimed, inter alia, at strengthening ECOWAS'S capacity to monitor and curb the illegal flow of arms, we feel it to be equally important that efforts be undertaken by arms manufacturers to cease the export of small arms to conflict areas.”
2001-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4319 (2001) · source
“We are aware that conflicts in the region are often fuelled by economic reasons; war is a lucrative business and, therefore, any incentive to curb the crisis must involve alternative sources of gainful employment. We are particularly concerned about the situation of ex-combatants, child soldiers and girls, of which Ms. McAskie made mention. Adequate and sustained funding should be provided for job training and job creation and for the counselling, rehabilitation and resettlement of all ex- combatants. In this regard, I wish to draw attention to the fact that, in these programmes, we have very often ignored the fact that women are often ex-combatants as well as men.”
2001-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4319 (2001) · source
“The report of the Inter-Agency Mission mentions that "Cooperation between intergovernmental organizations within the subregion with civil society organizations in the areas of conflict prevention and management remains limited and could be strengthened considerably." (S/2001/434, para. 33) It is our belief that civil society plays a pivotal role in conflict prevention and that it should be encouraged. We therefore welcome the initiatives undertaken by ECOWAS in the Mano River basin aimed at developing support for civil society. Sixth, the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of ex-combatants are essential components of the post-conflict peace-building process. It is regrettable that, to date, such a programme in the region has been thwarted, owing primarily to the lack of funding.”
2001-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4319 (2001) · source
“Fifth, Jamaica fully subscribes to the importance of approaching conflict prevention and resolution from a regional, rather than a national perspective. It is disheartening, however, to see that there continues to be a reluctance to devote resources to conflict- prevention and peace-building measures, even though we are prepared to meet the huge costs involved in dealing with situations after conflicts have erupted. It is therefore important that our conflict-prevention strategies should aim at strengthening ECOWAS's capacity for conflict prevention, management and resolution and for ensuring security. The need for the development of ECOWAS's early warning capacity is also of importance.”
2001-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4319 (2001) · source
“The situation in Sierra Leone and its effects on Liberia and Guinea involving the border areas have escalated into a humanitarian crisis involving thousands of refugees and internally displaced persons. Jamaica supports in principle the establishment of an interposition force along the shared borders of Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea. We have heard from Ms. McAskie, as well as from Under-Secretary-General Guehenno and Assistant Secretary-General Fall, how this crisis has spread across borders. We welcome the initiatives taken by ECOWAS at its meetings last December and in April to address the mounting concerns and we have noted the concrete steps being proposed by ECOWAS. We recognize only too well the dire need for international assistance in terms of equipment and logistics in order to mount a successful operation.”
2001-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4319 (2001) · source
“We also support, as an interim measure, the establishment of an integrated mission task force, which would be a useful mechanism for continuity. Fourth, my delegation has consistently expressed concern at the escalating conflict in the region. We agree that dialogue among the leaders of the region to devise ways and means to resolve the crisis is of paramount importance, because peace agreements can have little effect if there is no political will to effect a sustained and lasting peace. We would encourage the mediation efforts of the heads of State of Mali, Togo and Nigeria, recently appointed by the ECOWAS summit, and we hope that this meeting will take place soon.”
2001-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4319 (2001) · source
“As was clearly highlighted in the meeting between the ECOWAS ministers and the Security Council in February, there needs to be close collaboration between the Council and ECOWAS in seeking to bring about a resolution of the conflict affecting the West African region. Third, the establishment of a United Nations political office for West Africa would, in my delegation's view, be a step in the right direction. Such an office could send a positive signal to the West African region that the United Nations is serious about enhancing its capacity and collaboration in the subregion. Such an office must, we believe, be fully staffed to tackle the wide cross-section of issues. This should be done on a regional basis and collocated in Abuja in order to strengthen its linkages with ECOWAS.”
2001-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4319 (2001) · source
“Regarding the further forward deployment of the United Nations Mission in Sierra Leone (UNAMSIL) into RUF-controlled areas, we have heard from Mr. Fall about criticisms of the United Nations operations and we must again emphasize the importance of the public information activities of UNAMSIL aimed at sensitizing the population about the Mission's mandate. At the same time, the proposal for the expansion of UNAMSIL's mandate into the neighbouring countries deserves our serious consideration. Second, Jamaica fully supports the recommendation for the establishment of a mechanism for systematic and regular consultations among entities of the United Nations system for defining and harmonizing national and subregional policies. Frequent consultation with ECOWAS and other subregional agencies would be critical to developing cohesive strategies.”
2001-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4319 (2001) · source
“Today's meeting is nevertheless timely, as the Security Council considers what action it can take with respect to its own responsibilities for international peace and security. I now wish to comment on some of the aspects of the Inter-Agency Mission's report, as well as on the briefing we have received. First of all, I wish to welcome the report by Under-Secretary-General Guehenno on the meeting held in Abuja on 10 May between the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the United Nations, the Government of Sierra Leone and the Revolutionary United Front (RUF), aimed at reviewing the implementation of the Abuja ceasefire Agreement. We sincerely hope that the commitments made by the RUF will be carried out.”
2001-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4319 (2001) · source
“The report and today's briefings clearly emphasize the need for an integrated, holistic strategy involving the Governments and people of the States concerned, the United Nations system and the regional and subregional organizations if we are to achieve a sustained and lasting solution to the problems in the region. We agree with the Secretary-General that an integrated, subregional approach by the international community is urgently needed to help prevent the further emergence of conflicts, restore peace and security and promote economic and social development. It is in this context that my delegation continues to support the holding of a meeting between the Security Council and the Economic and Social Council. Such a meeting, which we hope will take place in the near future, could usefully focus on the situation in West Africa.”
2001-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4319 (2001) · source
“I should like to thank you, Mr. President, for organizing this open briefing on the situation in West Africa. Last year's Security Council mission concluded that the highest priority must be given to the coordination of a comprehensive strategy, with clear objectives to address the regional dimensions of the conflict in Sierra Leone. My delegation therefore welcomes the comprehensive report of the Inter-Agency Mission to West Africa, contained in document S/2001/434, and the thought- provoking analysis and recommendations contained therein. This report has been very ably complemented by the presentations made today by the Under- Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, the Deputy Emergency Relief Coordinator and the Assistant Secretary-General for Political Affairs, who led the Inter-Agency Mission.”
2001-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4319 (2001) · source
“We look forward to that day, and we look forward to continuing support to the people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and to the people of the neighbouring States as the international community seeks to bring peace to that war-torn region. Again we emphasize that there can be no military solution to the crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is therefore important for us to continue to give our support to the steps leading towards national reconciliation.”
2001-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4317Resumption1 (2001) · source
“At this stage, my delegation wishes to express our sincere condolences to the families of the staff members of the International Committee of the Red Cross and to the Governments of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Colombia and Switzerland. Those persons who lost their lives in the cause of peace remind us of the immense pressure under which humanitarian workers ~ who go into areas into which we often would not send peacekeepers - labour on behalf of the international community. The discussions today clearly attest to one fact, and that is the need for a comprehensive and lasting peace in the Democratic Republic of the Congo within a regional context involving the entire Great Lakes region.”
2001-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4317Resumption1 (2001) · source
“We continue to be extremely concerned about the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, because with so many people affected, including more than two million internally displaced persons and refugees in neighbouring States, we have on more than one occasion drawn attention to the makings of an immense humanitarian tragedy. We are pleased that progress has been made towards the implementation of the Lusaka Agreement. We believe that the mission to be carried out by the Council later this month will go a long way in providing a basis for further action by the Council in support of the implementation of the Lusaka Agreement.”
2001-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4317Resumption1 (2001) · source
“In that regard, we welcome the determination expressed by several of the Ministers who spoke that investigations will be carried out and that where perpetrators are found, they will be brought to justice. The Panel's recommendations revolve around six broad themes, and they carry very serious implications. It is in that context that we support the extension of the Panel's mandate for a further period of three months so that it can finalize its work. It will only be at that stage that the Council will be able to examine the recommendations and the further findings of the Panel so that it can take appropriate action. My delegation supports the action to be taken by the Panel based on its action plan, as well as that outlined in the statement to be delivered by the President at the end of this debate.”
2001-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4317Resumption1 (2001) · source
“My delegation joins others in welcoming to the Council the Ministers from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Burundi, Rwanda and Uganda. We have taken careful note of their statements, because my delegation believes that it is important for those who have a direct interest in the report to be listened to by the Council before any action is taken. My delegation has noted that the report contains disturbing allegations about the illegal exploitation of the natural resources of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Those allegations regard financial and economic matters, the diamond business, forests and timber. We have noted that they are extremely serious in nature and must be studied along with the comments we heard this morning from the representatives of the Governments concerned.”
2001-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4317Resumption1 (2001) · source
“My delegation wishes to commend you, Mr. President, for convening this open meeting on the issue of the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, as this provides an opportunity for us to address in a transparent manner the issue of the illegal exploitation of the natural resources of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and its linkage with the continuation of the conflict in that country and the implications for the Great Lakes region as a whole. My delegation wishes to thank Mme Ba-N'Daw for the presentation of the report of the Panel of Experts appointed by the Secretary-General at the request of the Council. We recognize only too well, from the report as well as from Mme Ba-N'Daw's presentation, that the task has been an arduous one.”
2001-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4317Resumption1 (2001) · source
“Only when we have developed a culture of prevention, as well as a culture of protection, will we be able to fulfil the requirements of the Security Council's mandate.”
2001-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4312 (2001) · source
“Media must be used to increase awareness in the area of human rights and international humanitarian law and to influence attitudes of belligerents and other non-State actors, as well as of the population affected. We believe that it is important to develop closer collaboration between the Departments of Public Information and of Peacekeeping Operations to ensure that this can be suitably implemented. In conclusion, my delegation believes that the clear connections between human suffering, systematic and widespread violations of the rights of civilians and breakdowns in international peace and security warrant not only keeping this issue at the forefront of the Council's agenda, but also taking decisive action.”
2001-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4312 (2001) · source
“The Council should systematically urge parties to conflicts to make special arrangements to meet the protection and assistance requirements of civilians. In this regard, the protection of children is of major concern. Recommendations have been made by the Secretary-General, for example, for the establishment of "days of immunization", security zones and safe corridors. These still have to be given the attention they deserve by the Council. The problem of hate media is also a matter of serious concern that was addressed by the High Commissioner for Human Rights. The Council should, where possible, ensure that peacekeeping and peace- building operations are authorized and equipped to monitor hate media.”
2001-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4312 (2001) · source
“Prevention has not been used sufficiently by the Council, although we all agree on its value in reducing the possibility of civilian crises. It would be useful for the Council to have a study of lessons learned in preventive operations, and we hope that these will be incorporated in the report of the Secretary-General on the prevention of armed conflict, expected next month. In Jamaica's last statement on this issue, in April 2000, we stressed that improving the environment for the safe and secure provision of humanitarian assistance to individuals in need is also a major challenge. Attention to legal and physical protection for United Nations and other humanitarian workers should be revisited as a matter of urgency by the Council in the light of ongoing incidents of abuse and killings in several conflict areas.”
2001-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4312 (2001) · source
“We would therefore support the establishment of a permanent technical review mechanism. Seventh, the Council must ensure that the momentum already gained in advancing the special protection and humanitarian needs of vulnerable groups is maintained. Special attention must be given to involving women in determining protection strategies, as well as in negotiations of peace agreements. In this regard, we look forward to the reports coming out of last year's resolutions on children and armed conflict and on women, peace and security. The best protection for civilians is the prevention of armed conflict. The Council should give consideration to the deployment of preventive peacekeeping operations or other preventive measures.”
2001-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4312 (2001) · source
“In addition, the Council should continue to stress, as has been done in earlier resolutions, that peacekeeping forces must be appropriately trained in international humanitarian and human rights law to ensure that the rights of civilians are fully respected. Sixth, when imposing sanctions, the Council must improve its efforts to develop a coordinated and integrated approach to minimize unintended consequences for civilian populations, including practical policy changes to improve design and implementation. The Council should consider authorizing assessment missions to targeted States and neighbouring countries before the imposition of sanctions. Every effort must be made to establish effective monitoring measures and to assess the likely unintended consequences.”
2001-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4312 (2001) · source
“The Council must therefore not only continue to investigate the linkages between illicit trade in natural resources and the conduct of war, but also begin to develop approaches, including the use of appropriate incentives and disincentives, in collaboration of other organs of the United Nations, to encourage a culture of corporate social responsibility among the business community. In this regard, the steps already taken by the Secretary-General to establish a Global Compact with the business community could be used. Fifth, the Security Council should ensure not only that peacekeeping operations include specific and clear mandates for the protection of civilians, but also that these mandates include monitoring and reporting on their protection.”
2001-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4312 (2001) · source
“Future high-level consultations between the United Nations and regional organizations should be used to develop cooperative efforts for this. I would also suggest that we use specific cases when we meet, for example, with ministers from the Economic Community of West African States or from the Lusaka peace process. Another area that requires attention is the controlling of small arms through collaborative mechanisms with regional organizations. Fourthly, the Council must improve its efforts to investigate, prosecute and sanction individuals and corporate enterprises involved in the illegal exploitation and sale of natural resources and other resources that exacerbate armed conflicts.”
2001-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4312 (2001) · source
“I would wish to emphasize that this includes not only international non-governmental organizations but, more important, non-governmental organizations operating at the regional and national levels. We would suggest that greater use be made of Arria formula meetings in facilitating this dialogue. Strengthening the work of the Inter-Agency Standing Committee is also important in identifying ways of building on the complementarity between the United Nations and other organizations. Thirdly, regional organizations should be encouraged to make the protection of civilians an important part of their own agendas. The Council should establish a proper mechanism for regular exchange to foster greater cooperation with regional organizations for the protection of civilians.”
2001-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4312 (2001) · source
“In that regard, my delegation emphasizes the need for support, both financial and political, for the establishment of a special court for Sierra Leone. While we recognize the difficulty of applying the legal regimes at our disposal to non-State actors, this is an area requiring serious study to explore possible solutions. Next, my delegation believes that building strong partnerships with the private sector, non-governmental organizations and civil society will enhance levels of protection. Non-governmental organizations and other civil-society organizations have an indispensable role to play in shaping the agenda for the protection of civilians. Their contribution can be particularly critical in developing operational programmes on the ground and in serving as important sources of information.”
2001-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4312 (2001) · source
“The Council's meeting later this week with the Economic and Social Council will also provide a useful starting point for collaboration between the Security Council and the Economic and Social Council. One issue that has already been mentioned by previous speakers is the importance of ensuring respect for the rights of civilians among armed groups and non-State actors. The Security Council, we believe, must build on its efforts to engage those groups in dialogue. It must consistently urge them to commit themselves to the standards contained in international humanitarian and human rights law and must put constant pressure on them to accept and cooperate in the monitoring of adherence to those standards. They must understand that there can be no impunity for actions against civilians that are contrary to international norms.”
2001-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4312 (2001) · source
“We thank the Permanent Representative of Tunisia for supporting the suggestion that the Council establish an informal working group to explore ways to integrate civilian-protection issues into the Council's work. In that regard, my delegation believes that a checklist should be developed for consideration when the Council is drafting resolutions and elaborating peacekeeping and peace-building mandates. We support the emphasis placed in the Secretary- General's report on coordination between the Security Council and other organs of the United Nations, including the use of the monthly meeting between the Presidents of the Security Council and of the General Assembly.”
2001-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4312 (2001) · source
“While several important initiatives have been undertaken by the Security Council since the Secretary- General's last report (S/l999/957), we have an obligation to acknowledge and formulate practical measures to address those commitments which have yet to be acted upon. The Council must continue, in the first instance, to encourage Member States to fulfil our responsibilities for the protection of civilians, to assess ways of improving cooperation between the Security Council and other bodies of the United Nations system, and to adopt a way forward that can generate the political will and the resources required. As a first step, the Council has to follow up on commitments for the protection of civilians on a more regular basis.”
2001-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4312 (2001) · source
“Let me begin, Mr. President, by thanking you for organizing today's open debate on the protection of civilians in armed conflict and for providing yet another opportunity for members of the Council to exchange views with the wider membership of the United Nations. We wish to thank the Deputy Secretary-General for introducing the Secretary-General's report (S/2001/331). We welcome the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights and thank her for identifying areas of common concern to her Office and to the Council. My delegation thanks her for her offer to brief the Council on actions by the Commission on Human Rights on gross violations of human rights during armed conflict.”
2001-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4312 (2001) · source
“I would only wish to draw attention to the fact that both Governments agreed in advance to accept the verdict of the Commission. It is therefore imperative that the problems related to the establishment of the Commission be addressed without delay. In conclusion, my delegation hopes that the establishment of the Temporary Security Zone will create the desired climate of calm and confidence, and conditions conducive to the comprehensive and lasting settlement of the conflict, which we all hope to achieve.”
2001-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4310 (2001) · source
“We have heard from Under-Secretary-General Guehenno that some 300,000 internally displaced persons can be expected to return to the Temporary Security Zone prior to the rainy season, that is, within the next six to eight weeks. I repeat this in order to emphasize that this is a massive humanitarian undertaking, the success of which requires close collaboration between the humanitarian agencies, UNMEE and both Governments, the urgent completion of the surveys of the Temporary Security Zone to determine the extent of mine contamination and unexploded ordnance, the marking off of non-go areas and, most importantly, the sensitizing of the returning population, particularly children. The need for the Boundary Commission to begin its work has been emphasized by previous speakers.”
2001-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4310 (2001) · source
“It also allows for the immediate restoration of civil administration and for the return of internally displaced persons in the areas of the Temporary Security Zone. My delegation has noted other progress made since our last briefing, including the signing of the status-of-forces agreement, as well as those areas on which action is still outstanding, including on the restrictions on the movement of UNMEE as long as the issue of direct flights remains unresolved, and on the activation of the Boundary Commission. We have all recognized that these are crucial to the fulfilment of UNMEE's mandate, and we join those who have called for early resolution of these issues.”
2001-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4310 (2001) · source
“The comprehensive presentation made earlier in our meeting by Under- Secretary-General Guehenno, as well as the answers he provided to questions raised by previous speakers, leave my delegation with little to add. I therefore wish to use this opportunity to pay tribute to the men and women of the United Nations Mission in Ethiopia and Eritrea (UNMEE) under the leadership of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Legwaila, for their signal accomplishments to date. The decision to establish the Temporary Security Zone, which marks the formal separation of the forces of Eritrea and Ethiopia, recognizes the steps taken by both Governments towards the fulfilment of their obligations under the Algiers Agreement on Cessation of Hostilities.”
2001-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4310 (2001) · source
“We continue to call for increased surveillance of the administrative border, in order to put an end to the extremist activities there and to stop the traffic in illegal weapons.”
2001-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4309 (2001) · source
“We hope it will be possible for the new Commander of KFOR to address the Council in the near future. I must also underline my delegation's disappointment that the latest report on the international security presence in Kosovo (S/2001/333), which was transmitted by a letter dated 3 April 2001, covers the period 1 to 28 February. We hope that in future the Council can receive reports in a more timely fashion. The report indicates that during that period KFOR troops uncovered and confiscated weapons, ammunition and explosives, and that they continued to take action to prevent the flow of supplies from inside Kosovo. We wish to encourage closer collaboration between UNMIK and KFOR in these efforts and greater vigilance in addressing illegal border activity.”
2001-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4309 (2001) · source