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Duval

lines on the record: 170
first: 1998-12-23
most recent: 2002-04-09
sittings or episodes: 26
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“We have taken note of the Indonesian Government's plan to dismantle the refugee camps in West Timor. We think that all returns must be voluntary and that the question of responsibility for the security of refugees will have to be resolved in advance. It would be interesting to see if and how UNTAET will deal with this matter. We are also extremely alarmed over the other problems that deter the refugees from returning home, aside from the problems of militias and violence. It is probable that few refugees will return home as long as the problems related to possible options for their resettlement, the lack of infrastructure in East Timor and the withdrawal of officials have not been resolved. We would like to know if UNTAET has taken measures in that regard.”
2000-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4191 (2000) · source
“We expect the Indonesian Government to play a constructive role in that respect, notably by ensuring that local and international humanitarian personnel facilitating these returns does not live in constant fear and that no harm will come to them. Mr. Annabi referred to the efforts of the Indonesian Government to restore order and security in these camps. Those measures are essential. They must be continued vigorously in close cooperation with UNCTAET, as has been underscored by a number of previous speakers, and my delegation would like the Council to be informed regularly on progress achieved and difficulties encountered. Could Mr. Annabi perhaps confirm for us whether the Indonesian Government has already done what ever is necessary to begin separating the members of the militias from the people in the camps?”
2000-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4191 (2000) · source
“Canada is particularly concerned and saddened by the deaths of two peacekeepers in two separate incidents that occurred last month as well as by the aggression continuously perpetrated against personnel of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). Our condolences go out to the families of the bereaved in New Zealand and Nepal and Bangladesh, to which you referred at the beginning of the meeting. We have taken note of the decision of Indonesia and UNTAET jointly to investigate the deaths of these two blue helmets in order to prosecute those responsible for the crimes. Perhaps, at the end of the meeting, Mr. Annabi could tell us if any progress has been achieved in that area. The heads of the militias must respect their commitment not to hamper the safe return of refugees.”
2000-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4191 (2000) · source
“Mr. Duval (Canada) (spoke in French): Mr. President, I, too, would like first of all to thank you for having organized this open meeting on the question of East Timor which takes place more than on an anniversary but actually at a very critical time for the development of the security climate in that area. I should also like to thank the Assistant Secretary- General, Mr. Annabi, for his detailed briefing on the situation in East Timor. Canada, like all those who have spoken, is very alarmed over the wave of violent incidents and the general deterioration of security in East Timor. The acts of violence perpetrated recently against the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) and the humanitarian personnel by the militia favouring integration are disturbing and unacceptable.”
2000-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4191 (2000) · source
“This important step is a reminder of the fundamental obligation in the area of international humanitarian and human rights law that Ethiopia and Eritrea must acquit themselves of, most notably with respect to access to prisoners of war, the return of displaced persons and the promotion and protection of human rights.”
2000-08-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4187 (2000) · source
“Finally, the establishment of a coordination mechanism with humanitarian organizations, including, perhaps, a dedicated humanitarian coordinator within the mission, will allow aid workers to operate more effectively and in safer conditions. We are laying the groundwork for a successful mission. Ultimately, however, the burden of success or failure rests on Ethiopia and Eritrea. We are duty- bound to end a needless conflict that has killed more than 100,000 and endangered millions. There are encouraging signs in this regard, including Eritrea's signature of the Geneva Convention on 7 August.”
2000-08-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4187 (2000) · source
“This is an essential element of efforts by Canada and others to enhance the United Nations ability to respond in a timely, effective and appropriate manner to emerging peacekeeping requirements. The complex needs of the situation in Ethiopia and Eritrea will require a substantial deployment of our collective political, humanitarian, security and development resources. We should nevertheless make a virtue out of necessity and value the integrated structure of UNMEE as the most effective way of addressing these needs. The participation of the Organization of African Unity is most welcome, given its continuing role as a champion of the agreements between the parties. The presence of public information and mine action units will make an important contribution to protecting citizens from fear and from harm.”
2000-08-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4187 (2000) · source
“We would also like to thank those who participated in the reconnaissance mission that took place from 4 to 18 July and to take note of their work, which made it possible to elaborate the framework for a complete and integrated mission. We believe that this kind of evaluation mission should be sent before each peacekeeping operation and that, whenever possible, representatives of such missions should be present during deliberations of the Security Council aimed at elaborating new mandates. (spoke in English) The positive nature of UNMEE's evolution to this point should not, however, obscure the continuing need for increased capacity and authority within the Department of Peacekeeping Operations to conduct early contingency planning and liaison deployment ahead of Security Council authorization.”
2000-08-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4187 (2000) · source
“It is now up to the Security Council to consolidate the gains achieved through the rapid deployment of an effective United Nations presence that would ensure, through a clear-sighted and achievable mandate, not only the continued suspension of hostilities but also the necessary conditions for a lasting peace. We associate ourselves with the statements made by the representatives of the Netherlands and Argentina in this respect. Canada considers that this Mission will provide the United Nations with the opportunity to demonstrate its peacekeeping capabilities. We believe that the Secretary-General's report is particularly persuasive because of its very thoughtful and detailed nature, which clearly was helpful in the elaboration of the recommendations.”
2000-08-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4187 (2000) · source
“Mr. Duval (Canada) (spoke in French): I should like at the outset to thank Mr. Miyet for introducing the Secretary-General's report and to express Canada's support for the recommendations contained in the report concerning the mandate and expanded structure of the United Nations Mission in Ethiopia and Eritrea (UNMEE). We believe that the Security Council can make a further contribution to the commendable diplomatic efforts that have been deployed in the settlement of this conflict, including those of the Organization of African Unity, the Government of Algeria and President Bouteflika, the European Union and the United States, all of which we would like to thank. Diplomacy has played its role in an effective manner.”
2000-08-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4187 (2000) · source
“And secondly, many of the recommendations in the report of the Expert Group would improve the efficiency of the ICTY. Can you, Judge Jorda, provide information on the steps already being taken by the different organs of the Tribunal to implement these recommendations?”
2000-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4161 (2000) · source
“Canada would support the French proposal to establish a Security Council working group of experts to examine the contents of the report expeditiously and to develop recommendations for changes to the ICTY statute as appropriate. In addition to the examination of this report by Security Council members, it is important to consult with others, including States that have made significant contributions to the operation of the Tribunal. Also, it will be important for the General Assembly to examine certain aspects of the report- for example, those recommendations that have financial implications. I would like to conclude my statement this morning by asking two questions of Judge Jorda. First, could he provide us with more details of the judges' vision of how the pool of ad [item judges would work?”
2000-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4161 (2000) · source
“In particular, we are interested in the two-pronged approach recommended by the judges: first, partially delegating certain pre-trial management tasks to senior legal officers, and secondly, creating a pool of ad [item judges. The delegation of certain pre-trial tasks could indeed shorten the length of proceedings, and the designation of ad [item judges could allow more cases to be heard simultaneously. It is an important observation, we believe, that ad [item judges would need to be properly integrated into the system, and it would be valuable to include some former judges of the Tribunals for Rwanda and Yugoslavia in that pool to ensure consistency with the jurisprudence and practice of the Tribunals. These recommendations bear further examination.”
2000-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4161 (2000) · source
“However, we are appreciative of the implicit recognition in the reports that financial resources are not unlimited and that the Tribunals must therefore explore cost-effective options to achieve their mandates. We also welcome and completely endorse the remarks of Judge Jorda as to the importance of the work of the Tribunal in the ongoing efforts to establish a permanent body, the International Criminal Court. That work is occurring here even as we speak. With respect to the report of the ICTY introduced by Judge Jorda, it is an extremely useful start in our efforts to achieve the objective of more efficient international justice. As a preliminary reaction, Canada generally supports the contents of the report.”
2000-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4161 (2000) · source
“Canada categorically rejects claims that the work of the ICTY is biased or in contradiction with the mandate that the Council has entrusted to it. These are claims simply not substantiated by facts. My delegation is committed to working constructively with all Council members to improve the effectiveness of the Tribunals. For the thousands of victims of the conflicts in the former Yugoslavia and Rwanda, the wheels of justice are turning too slowly. We must find ways to expedite the work of both Tribunals, recognizing, of course, the imperatives of impartiality and respect for the rights of the accused. Canada recognizes that international justice is expensive.”
2000-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4161 (2000) · source
“I would like to thank all of the judges of the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY) for their report on the operation of the Tribunal, and thank especially President Claude Jorda for meeting with us today to discuss the recommendations set out in that report. The work of the two Tribunals is extremely important to end impunity for those who have perpetrated the most heinous crimes. That is the mandate which the Security Council entrusted to these two institutions when they were created. It is therefore incumbent upon us - the members of the Security Council - to do all in our power to support the Tribunals, without politicizing their work and undermining the authority and legitimacy critical to the fulfilment of their mandates.”
2000-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4161 (2000) · source
“Progress on this front will be critical in measuring the real commitment of Bosnia's authorities to a lasting peace within the Framework ofthe Dayton Accords. The role of the International Police Task Force in this regard is key, and we welcome their success in creating security in some parts ofthe country.”
2000-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4154 (2000) · source
“We believe it will be important to ensure that appropriate follow-up arrangements are made with competent bodies to ensure successful implementation of the recommendations of the judicial system assessment programme. It is encouraging that progress is being made in changing the composition of police forces, which absolutely must reflect the multi-ethnic character of the communities which they serve. We encourage Bosnian authorities to cooperate fully with UNMIBH in establishing professional, accountable multi-ethnic police forces. Lastly, the return of refugees and displaced persons to their homes is a top priority. The Bosnian authorities must fully implement measures likely to foster returns, such as the property law, and cease obstructing legal evictions.”
2000-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4154 (2000) · source
“Canada commends the recent inauguration of the State Border Service at the Sarajevo airport and the support that was provided in this regard by UNMIBH and by the Special Representative from the outset. As Mr. Klein underscored, it constitutes an important step towards building the State identity and strengthening common institutions. This service will also provide more effective means to fight smuggling and corruption and will, therefore, bring Bosnia closer to Euro-Atlantic institutions. We believe that a coherent and integrated strategy is essential to any lasting establishment of the rule of law in Bosnia and Herzegovina. In this regard, Canada wishes to underscore the work and the achievements of the judicial system assessment programme under the auspices of UNMIBH.”
2000-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4154 (2000) · source
“Mr. Duval (Canada) (spoke in French): We thank the Secretary-General for his report and Mr. Klein, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, for his statement. We are grateful to the diplomats and to the General for having reminded us of the essential elements of a peacekeeping operation - a clear mandate, consent of the parties and, above and beyond that consent, their full support for the efforts of the Mission, appropriate resources and, lastly, persistence in implementing the mandate with the difficult arbitration that this requires In this spirit, the combined efforts of the United Nations Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina (UNMIBH) and the Office of the High Representative contribute greatly to stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina and will remain a critical component in international efforts to guarantee a viable and durable peace in the region.”
2000-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4154 (2000) · source
“A future democratic Government in Belgrade will need to reach out to moderate Kosovars in an effort to find a means to live together again. Until then, Belgrade's refusal to cooperate in good faith remains a major impediment to the full implementation of resolution 1244 (1999).”
2000-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4153 (2000) · source
“Now that preparations for the municipal elections are well under way, we encourage UNMIK to think about the second phase of its mandate, the development of a provisional self- governing institution. These we will need to establish a stable, prosperous Kosovo which respects the principles of democracy, human rights and the rule of law. In conclusion, we reiterate that the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia will need to play a part in reaching an eventual settlement. Belgrade has an important role to play, for instance in ensuring that the internally displaced persons who are resident in Serbia can register to vote. However, the extent of cooperation from the current regime, particularly recent statements from Government officials demanding an end to UNMIK's presence, shows its disturbing lack of goodwill.”
2000-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4153 (2000) · source
“In this connection, we warmly welcome the presence of the representative here today and urge the Serbian community to participate in the civil legislative process. Kosovo must have a place for people of all ethnicities. The principles underlying Kosovo's future need to include full respect for the rights of Serbs and other national communities as well as a system to ensure the implementation of these rights. It will be important to preserve and promote the cultural, linguistic and religious identity of Kosovo's communities. Those who have left the community, be it out of concern for their physical or their economic security, must be given the opportunity and encouragement to return in a safe, orderly and sustainable fashion. All communities must be fairly represented at all levels of public administration.”
2000-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4153 (2000) · source
“Freedom of the press is an important principle, but it should not extend so far as to protect irresponsible journalism, which puts people at serious risk from vigilante violence. We are pleased that UNMIK is now working to ensure that the media refrain from publishing details to incite hatred and tolerance for violence. We encourage a close watch upon media operations in the run-up to elections in order to maintain civil law and order and to protect human rights. Media freedom goes hand in hand with professionalism and responsibility. We hope the Serb National Council will return to participate in Kosovo's premier administrative and consultative councils. We share important common goals with the Serb community, and we must find the means to work together.”
2000-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4153 (2000) · source
“Within the community, our leaders must take responsibility for promoting tolerance and respect. UNMIK should adopt a very robust approach towards those who do not. UNMIK must also focus on hindrances to reconciliation, including the crucial issue of missing persons and detainees. This issue requires increased attention and political will, including support for war crimes investigations and consideration for the nomination of a special envoy for detainees and missing persons. We were pleased to hear Ambassador Lavrov speak of the importance of international humanitarian law. We agree on the importance of respecting the Geneva Convention in all situations of armed conflict. On another note, the recent despicable murder of UNMIK's Petar Topolj ski reminds us of the need strictly to regulate media operations.”
2000-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4153 (2000) · source
“(spoke in English) Despite these efforts, we all recognize that the conditions have not yet been fully established for all members of the Kosovar community to enjoy a safe and peaceful life. In particular, we strongly condemn the recent surge in acts of violence perpetrated against Serbs in the run-up to the anniversary of resolution 1244 (1999). KFOR has redirected its forces to concentrate on potential hot spots. Visible proactive efforts by UNMIK and KFOR must continue in order to combat the culture of revenge, to protect all inhabitants of Kosovo and to bring the guilty parties to justice. The Mission needs the full support of the Council and of the international community to progressively and firmly stabilize the situation and improve human security in Kosovo.”
2000-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4153 (2000) · source
“For 10 months now we have been calling for the rapid deployment of civilian personnel, but we have been frustrated by some administrative problems between the Secretariat in New York and UNMIK in Pristina. We believe this decision is a wise one, and we have no doubt that it will allow for a more effective and quicker recruitment process. As we noted in April during our visit to Kosovo with the Security Council mission, Mr. Kouchner deserves our respect and admiration for the way in which he is shouldering the very heavy responsibilities of his mandate. In particular we wish to encourage him in his tireless efforts to maintain a relationship of confidence and cooperation with all of the ethnic minorities in Kosovo. This work seems to us absolutely essential.”
2000-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4153 (2000) · source
“During the first phase of the mission, the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and the Kosovo Force (KFOR) made important progress in restoring normal living conditions in Kosovo. Their staff is working in difficult conditions, often risking their lives, as Ambassador Lavrov recalled this morning. We commend them and express our gratitude to them for their efforts and their commitment and assure them of our support. Regarding this support, we welcome the decision taken by the Secretariat to authorize UNMIK to recruit directly the civilian experts that it needs, and we are pleased to have already received a descriptive list of the posts and the jobs to be done.”
2000-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4153 (2000) · source
“Mr. Duval (Canada) (spoke in French): We would like at the outset to thank you, Sir, for having organized this public meeting of the Council in a spirit of transparency. We would like also to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for his progress report and to welcome the presence of the Secretary-General himself at this important meeting. We also commend their determination to implement resolution 1244 (1999). One year ago, the Security Council adopted resolution 1244 (1999), which establishes the framework within which the international community has committed itself to work to restore lasting peace in Kosovo. Resolution 1244 (1999) remains the basis of our work in Kosovo, and we reaffirm our strong commitment to its implementation in full.”
2000-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4153 (2000) · source
“The international community must remain actively involved in helping address the range of political, economic, social and human rights issues affecting the country. Canada supports the presidential statement.”
2000-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4140 (2000) · source
“Canada salutes the valiant efforts of the men and women of UNMOT for their important work under very difficult and often dangerous conditions. We pay tribute to those members who gave their lives in the service of peace in Tajikistan. We wish to express our sympathy to the bereaved families. As the Secretary-General noted in his report earlier this month, their sacrifice must not be forgotten. A fitting memorial will be the continuation of the United Nations involvement in Tajikistan to support national efforts to build a peaceful and stable country, rooted in respect for human rights, the rule of law, democracy and good governance. Canada looks forward to the Secretary-General's proposal for the post-conflict peace-building office, which should include a component focusing on the promotion and protection of human rights.”
2000-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4140 (2000) · source
“Mr. Duval (Canada) (spoke in French): We would like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Mr. Petrov, for his briefing, as well as his excellent work in the field. We welcome the successful conclusion of the United Nations Mission of Observers in Tajikistan (UNMOT), which is a proud achievement, and particularly gratifying at this time in light of the current difficulties we face in Sierra Leone. While the two missions are, of course, very different, both in scope and complexity, UNMOT's contribution to the peace process in Tajikistan does demonstrate that the United Nations has an important role to play in helping Member States overcome security crises that imperil security, so that they may embark on the path to peace, national reconciliation and democracy.”
2000-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4140 (2000) · source
“Let us be absolutely clear: the success of the United Nations Mission in Kosovo depends on the resolute engagement of each and every member of the Council and the Organization. We here dictate to a large extent how well UNMIK can do its job - by the provision of financial and personnel resources, by the moral and legal leadership this Council provides and by sending a consistent message that supports, rather than undermines, the efforts of UNMIK and the Kosovo Force to bring about a society in Kosovo that can function in accordance with the principles of the United Nations.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4138 (2000) · source
“The United Nations Mission in Kosovo is not perfect; and while we have the right to offer constructive suggestions on ways to improve it, we also have the responsibility to ensure that it is properly staffed and financed. Judging from what I witnessed during the Security Council mission, UNMIK is doing excellent work under the strong leadership of Mr. Kouchner. Everywhere the mission went to meet with local communities, including both Serbs and Albanians, often torn apart by hatred, pain and fear - everywhere - Mr. Kouchner was received warmly by the population, as a friend. The Special Representative of the Secretary-General should be congratulated for fostering such trust and confidence with all ethnic communities, and he should be supported by those of us who value the implementation of resolution 1244 (1999).”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4138 (2000) · source
“But countries of origin also have the responsibility to ensure that UNMIK is aware of expected flows of refugees back to Kosovo and that it is capable of handling their reintegration into society. We must facilitate and not make more difficult this important development. Ultimately, and by definition, refugee returns are a positive sign that UNMIK is building a society to which people want to return to live. We want to arrive at a point where Kosovar residents of all ethnicities who were expelled or left due to physical intimidation or insecurity can return to their homes. Lastly, there is a more fundamental issue for which the Security Council has absolute responsibility - the active support of this body for the work of the United Nations in Kosovo.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4138 (2000) · source
“They will be part of an international effort that will examine more than 300 suspected mass graves. Also, the Security Council needs to consider appointing a special envoy for detainees and missing persons, a concept supported by both Serbian and Albanian representatives with whom we met. Such an envoy would bring attention and political will to an issue that requires both. In the view of my delegation, this issue is an essential part of the process of the full implementation of resolution 1244 (1999) and is crucial to the stabilization and reconciliation efforts in Kosovo. A third issue we would like to mention is that of the return of refugees. Ensuring the successful return of refugees who were forced from their homes last year requires many of the improvements in the social, economic and physical security we have already mentioned.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4138 (2000) · source
“Those of us on the mission could not fail to note the importance of this issue for the thousands of Kosovars who await news each day - many of whom have been waiting for over a year - of missing family members who have simply disappeared from their lives. The hope of these people is that their missing family members are detained; the fear, however, is that they are lying in one of the many mass graves that have yet to be exhumed. We have to act on this issue, and we can do so in different ways. We can support the efforts of the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia in Kosovo. The need for forensic work is immense. Under a recently signed agreement, Canada will provide 21 forensic experts over the coming months to assist in the Tribunal's investigation of war crimes in Kosovo.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4138 (2000) · source
“We can assist efforts to stabilize the situation and progressively improve human security in Kosovo in a number of ways: by sending, as did the mission, clear messages to the local communities that violence will not be tolerated by the international community; by providing UNMIK with the civilian police resources it requires to ensure personal safety and social order; and by supporting locally, at the community level, social and economic reconstruction efforts in order to restore the fabric of normal life after the devastation and violence that the Government of Belgrade so brutally wrought. Second is the question of missing and detained persons.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4138 (2000) · source
“There is little we can add to the report, but there are four areas that we would like briefly to highlight concerning our responsibilities as members of the Security Council and the United Nations. First is the security situation. There is no question that the success of UNMIK and the full implementation of Security Council resolution 1244 (1999) depend first on ensuring human security for all residents of Kosovo. This is our priority task. As the report outlines, adequate social, economic and, most importantly, physical security is crucial to building a functioning and pluralistic society.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4138 (2000) · source
“(spoke in French) Today's meeting is a critical aspect of the Security Council's mission to Kosovo, for the findings contained in the report make clear that both the broader United Nations membership and the Security Council itself must be attentive to the achievements in the field and play an active role in supporting the efforts of UNMIK and the Kosovo Force (KFOR). This requires us to support the mission in terms of ideas, messages and, above all, resources. Having participated in the mission and in the drafting of the report that Ambassador Chowdhury presented, my delegation agrees without reservation with the findings and observations contained in the section entitled "Findings of the Mission".”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4138 (2000) · source
“I would like to begin my intervention by thanking Ambassador Chowdhury for the impressive leadership that he displayed as head of the Security Council mission to Kosovo. He constantly and very eloquently found the right words to convey to the communities we visited the essential message of our mandate: reject violence, ensure public safety and order, promote stability, safety and security, support full and effective implementation of Council resolution 1244 (1999) and fully cooperate with the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) to this end. I can attest to his intelligent determination, good judgement and generous humanism - qualities that ensured our trip was exhaustive and our findings intellectually rigorous and just. Ambassador Chowdhury honoured the Security Council. For that I thank him warmly.”
2000-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4138 (2000) · source
“On the one hand, the municipal elections in April showed that the moderate parties have increased their share of the electorate, particularly in the Federation, and that the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina seem to be getting away from ultra-nationalism. On the other hand, however, the political leaders do not seem to be adopting the more progressive, future-oriented and flexible approach taken by the electorate. I would like to know what the High Representative and the international community can do to alleviate this paradoxical situation and take advantage of the positive trends that are emerging among the electorate, which is moving away from ethnic issues and is focusing on issues of reconciliation. How can those positive trends be used to relaunch the political process at the State level?”
2000-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4136 (2000) · source
“In view of yesterday's very heavy Canadian agenda and the detailed talks that took place in Ottawa, I am not going to reiterate today to him the Canadian position in detail. I should simply like to assure him of the full support of Canada in his efforts to bring about lasting peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina. I would also like to add that his focus on three priorities - economic reform, return of refugees and institutional consolidation, as presented today in his briefing - seem to Canada to be the proper course of action. We believe that these are the major challenges before the international community, and that this is where our resources must be directed. Let me conclude my very brief statement by asking Mr. Petritsch a question. In his briefing he described a rather paradoxical political situation.”
2000-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4136 (2000) · source
“Mr. Duval (Canada) (spoke in French): Let me at the outset welcome the High Representative, Mr. Wolfgang Petritsch, to the Council table and thank him for his important briefing to this open meeting of the Council, although it could have been in an open debate. As was emphasized by the Ambassador of Bangladesh, this is a very important report and contains elements that are applicable to more than just Bosnia and Herzegovina. I am aware that the High Representative has just come from Ottawa, where he had very detailed and important discussions with our Minister for Foreign Affairs and our Minister for International Cooperation, as well as two Canadian parliamentary committees.”
2000-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4136 (2000) · source
“We also note the technical assistance provided by United Nations bodies in strengthening local judicial capacity, which has already helped to expedite trials in a fair and transparent manner. Finally, we are encouraged by the efforts of UNOGBIS to promote the rights of women through discussions with local women parliamentarians and by the Government's commitment to creating an institute for women and children.”
2000-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4121 (2000) · source
“Relations between Guinea-Bissau and its neighbours continue to improve, in large part due to the exemplary work of the Secretary-General's Representative, Samuel N ana-Sinkam, and of Alpha Oumar Konare, President of Mali and current Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States, who have overseen the establishment of a joint monitoring mechanism along Guinea-Bissau's borders with Senegal and Guinea, as well as other confidence-building measures. We are encouraged by reports from civil society groups in Guinea-Bissau that the human rights situation has improved substantially and by the Government's decision to free a number of people detained following the May 1999 coup. Some 50 remain, however, in what the Secretary-General has described as deplorable conditions.”
2000-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4121 (2000) · source
“The reaffirmation by military leaders of the supremacy of the country's Constitution and their non-interference in the recently completed electoral process suggest an encouraging respect for civilian rule. We encourage Council members and relevant regional organizations to remain engaged in ensuring that the transitional military authority does indeed relinquish all powers to the elected civilian administration.”
2000-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4121 (2000) · source
“Mr. Duval (Canada) (spoke in French): Canada welcomes the extension of the mandate of the United Nations Peace-building Support Office in Guinea-Bissau (UNOGBIS) for another year. We thank Mr. Prendergast for his briefing and, like him, believe that the Office can build on the recent success of the democratic process and on the formation of a broad-based Government to assist civil society and government in the consolidation of peace in the country. We commend in particular the support given by the Bissau Guinean military to the peace and democratization processes and its commitment to transforming the armed forces into a more professional army subordinate to civilian authorities.”
2000-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4121 (2000) · source
“Once again, we wish to emphasize the importance of providing support, particularly financial support, for the Joint Military Commission and of encouraging the rapid harmonization of its activities with those of the Mission. (spoke in English) In conclusion, we want to congratulate you, Sir, and to thank you for your efforts this month. (spoke in Spanish) We wish to pursue this very creative work with the Ambassador of Argentina.”
2000-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4096 (2000) · source
“The Council is in the process of elaborating a draft resolution on the second phase of the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUC). My delegation reaffirms its conviction that missions in unstable areas, such as the Democratic Republic of the Congo, must have strong mandates and sufficient resources. Although we are satisfied by the consensus established among the members of the Council that the next phase should fall within the framework of Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter, the troop numbers proposed by the Secretary-General seem insufficient to us for the Mission successfully to fulfil its mandate and to secure the safety of personnel.”
2000-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4096 (2000) · source