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1. “At the outset, we wish to thank the Chadian presidency for organizing today's timely open debate. Turkey has long emphasized the link between terrorism and such transnational organized crime as drug trafficking, money laundering, human trafficking and migrant smuggling. Today, terrorist organizations continue to benefit and depend mainly upon such crimes, which are cross-border in nature, as a source of financing. In that regard, Turkey supports United Nations efforts to counter organized crime. Turkey is party to the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime and its three Protocols. We are implementing the United Nations Global Counter- Terrorism Strategy and cooperating the Counter- Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate, the Counter-Terrorism Implementation Task Force (CTITF) and other United Nations entities.”

   2014-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7351 (2014) · source

2. “As the report of the Secretary- General (S/2014/876) highlights, the continued forward momentum of the Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process is indeed encouraging. The international community's solidarity and continued commitment will strengthen the hopes of the Afghan people for a bright future. Turkey will continue to contribute to a secure, stable and prosperous Afghanistan.”

   2014-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7347 (2014) · source

3. “The London Conference on Afghanistan, held on 4 December, provided a timely opportunity for the Government of Afghanistan to set out its vision for reform and for the international community to demonstrate enduring solidarity and support for Afghanistan. At a critical juncture of political, security and economic transformation inAfghanistan, the importance of regional cooperation and commitment has further increased. We welcome all bilateral and multilateral dialogue and cooperation efforts aimed at promoting an environment conducive to the enhancement of regional collaboration. With that understanding, the fourth Ministerial Conference of the Istanbul Process on Regional Security and Cooperation for a Secure and Stable Afghanistan, held in Beijing, yielded a good opportunity for furthering efforts for enhanced regional cooperation.”

   2014-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7347 (2014) · source

4. “We deeply regret and condemn the terrorist attacks that have been perpetrated in Afghanistan in the reporting period, which have claimed many lives, including those of civilians. We are confident that those attacks will not succeed in derailing Afghanistan's efforts to achieve a peaceful transformation. The gains of the past 13 years in the country, including in the fields of security, democracy, governance, capacity- and institution-building, economic development and human rights, have prepared a good foundation for the country's move to the next step. Nevertheless, the international community's continuing support is vital for a peaceful, secure and stable Afghanistan that can effectively serve the needs of its people.”

   2014-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7347 (2014) · source

5. “The changing nature and scope of NATO's engagement with Afghanistan in the period ahead was outlined during the NATO Summit held in Wales in September 2014. We welcome the recent adoption of resolution 2189 (2014) on the NATO Resolute Support Mission, which will be launched to provide training, advice and assistance to the Afghan National Security Forces. In addition to Turkey's financial pledges for the funding of the Afghan National Security Forces, Turkey will assume the framework nation role for Kabul in the Resolute Support Mission. Turkey will also undertake responsibility for Kabul International Airport. As would be recalled, Mr. Ismail Aramaz, Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey to Afghanistan, has recently been appointed as the next NATO Senior Civilian Representative in Afghanistan.”

   2014-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7347 (2014) · source

6. “It is commendable that, by the end of this year, Afghan National Security Forces will assume full security responsibility for their people and country. The year 2015 will be pivotal in the consolidation ofthe achievements reached thus far. Therefore, continued support for the development of the Afghan National Security Forces and wider international cooperation with Afghanistan will still be ofthe utmost importance. Turkey remains committed to standing by Afghanistan in this process. The official visit of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to Afghanistan in October 2014, whereby a strategic partnership and friendship agreement was signed between the two countries, renewing the previous agreement of 1928, is a recent testament of that commitment.”

   2014-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7347 (2014) · source

7. “The year 2014 marked several milestone events in the process of consolidating Afghanistan's sovereignty and national unity. In this context, the outcome of the presidential elections signified a success for all of the Afghan people, as it demonstrated their strong will and courage to determine their own destiny. The decision to establish a National Unity Government has clearly displayed the Afghan people's determination as a whole to carry their country forward. We believe that Afghanistan has emerged stronger from those experiences. We welcome and support the robust agenda the new Government of Afghanistan has embarked upon, including in the fields of governance, the rule of law and the fight against corruption, and its efforts for an Afghan-led and -owned reconciliation process.”

   2014-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7347 (2014) · source

8. “At the outset, allow me to thank Mr. Nicholas Haysom, Special Representative of the Secretary-General, for his comprehensive briefing. While voicing, once again, our appreciation for the tireless efforts and dedication ofhis predecessor, Mr. Jan Kubis, I would like to wish Mr. Haysom a successful term in office. The effective role of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) under his able leadership will continue to be a key element in supporting the people and Government of Afghanistan in the period ahead. I would also like to thank Mr. Yury Fedotov, Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, and Ambassador Zahir Tanin, Permanent Representative of Afghanistan, for their statements. Afghanistan is going through a crucial phase in terms of its political, security and economic transformation.”

   2014-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7347 (2014) · source

9. “Intraregional cooperation, such as that between the European Union and the AU, can also significantly contribute to common efforts to maintain peace and security and to building on the lessons learned from different cases. In conclusion, we would like to seize this opportunity to pay homage to the women and men serving as peacekeepers, and express our condolences for those who have sacrificed their lives in the line of duty.”

   2014-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7228 (2014) · source

10. “We believe that, besides the African Union, organizations including the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, Organization of Islamic Cooperation, the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-building Measures in Asia, NATO, the League of Arab States, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, the Organization of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation, the Pacific Islands Forum, the Community of Portuguese-speaking Countries, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States, the Union of South American Nations, the Organization of American States and many other regional and subregional organizations have important roles to play in ensuring peace and stability together with the United Nations.”

    2014-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7228 (2014) · source

11. “In line with that thinking, let me on this occasion point out that Turkey, Finland and the members of the Group of Friends of Mediation have presented their third draft resolution focusing on the role of regional and subregional organizations in mediation.”

    2014-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7228 (2014) · source

12. “In addition, despite the enormous efforts and leadership of the AU in addressing threats to peace and security in Africa, the organization still requires logistical, financial and capacity-building support in dealing with regional instabilities. Efforts to establish the African Standby Force should be redoubled. Last but not least, the United Nations and the AU can jointly undertake an exercise to draw lessons from past experiences. Turkey fully supports the leading role of the United Nations in peacekeeping missions and is committed to expanding United Nations partnerships with regional organizations in peacekeeping, peacebuilding and peacemaking efforts.”

    2014-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7228 (2014) · source

13. “As the majority of the Council's agenda is occupied by peace and security challenges in Africa, the partnership between the United Nations and the African Union (AU) regarding peacekeeping issues draws the most attention. A welcome observation is that the partnership between the two organizations has been strengthened, enhanced and deepened significantly, especially in the past decade. We also welcome the increasing coordination and coherence efforts between the African Union and subregional organizations in the continent which will further consolidate African leadership and ownership in overcoming challenges faced by the continent. The United Nations-AU partnership can be further intensified by strengthening the institutionalization of their relations.”

    2014-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7228 (2014) · source

14. “The conditions in which peacekeepers operate today have changed dramatically. Unfortunately, the number of conflicts is on the rise and they are increasingly of an intra-State nature. Asymmetric threats are emerging more frequently. Furthermore, United Nations peacekeeping has become a multidimensional establishment, with significant post-conflict peacebuilding activities in various areas. No single organization can cope with the requirements and challenges of a peacekeeping initiative. Due to that fact, partnerships between the United Nations and regional organizations, in accordance with Chapter VIII of the Charter of the United Nations, have become indispensable. We believe that such partnerships should be established and strengthened with a strategic, long-term and mutually beneficial perspective.”

    2014-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7228 (2014) · source

15. “To conclude, I would like to voice our strong support for the crucial and comprehensive role the United Nations and the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan will continue to play in supporting Afghanistan during and after the transition. Our commitment to the needs of the United Nations in Afghanistan is insurance for protecting the achievements of the past 13 years on the ground. Turkey will always remain in solidarity with the Afghan people and continue to contribute to a safe, secure and prosperous Afghanistan, as we have done for many decades.”

    2014-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7208 (2014) · source

16. “We are glad to observe the increasing regional awareness and ownership related to finding sustainable solutions to the problems of Afghanistan. As international forces withdraw, regional cooperation and commitment become increasingly vital to transforming the region into a zone ofpeace, stability and prosperity. Based on this vision, the region must come together to transform common problems into mutual interests. In this context, we appreciate all bilateral and multilateral dialogue and cooperation efforts, and welcome the positive momentum that has been reached in the Istanbul Process. We look forward to the next Istanbul Process Ministerial Conference in China in August.”

    2014-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7208 (2014) · source

17. “The successful continuation of Afghan-led peace and reconciliation efforts will constitute another important step towards security, stability and political transition. Turkey has supported from the outset the Afghan-led and Afghan-owned peace process, with the High Peace Council at the core. We are fully aware of the difficulties and challenges of the process. In this context, we strongly condemn the attack last week on the head of the secretariat of the High Peace Council, Mr. Stanekzai, and hope that those responsible will be swiftly brought to justice. We would also like to stress that the increasing trend of civilian casualties is worrisome, and increased attention to this phenomenon is needed.”

    2014-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7208 (2014) · source

18. “The enthusiastic voter participation amidst grave security risks demonstrated the will of the Afghan people to assume the ownership of their own country. Turkey believes that despite the fragile political and security atmosphere, the Afghan electoral institutions - particularly the Independent Election Commission and the Independent Electoral Complaints Commission - have the necessary capacity to handle any impasse or obstacle that might arise in the election process, and trust that a successful political transition will take place. We also believe that all stakeholders will act responsibly and exercise self-restraint. At this vital juncture, the international community should keep investing in positive scenarios for the future of the country.”

    2014-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7208 (2014) · source

19. “I would like to thank Special Representative Kubis and Executive Director Fedotov for their briefings. I also thank Ambassador Tanin for his remarks. Afghanistan today stands at a crucial crossroads, with key political, security and economic transformation processes under way. Turkey believes that Afghanistan's future should be based on a conscious strategy that draws strength from local ownership and leadership and seeks to pull together various strands of efforts into a meaningful whole. The success of those efforts is vital for a peaceful, secure and stable Afghanistan that can effectively serve the needs of its people. The most important step in this direction has been taken with the conduct of the presidential and provincial elections.”

    2014-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7208 (2014) · source

20. “Additionally, there is a clear need to strengthen cooperation and partnership with international, regional and subregional organizations. On the other hand, we have to redouble our efforts towards the peaceful resolution and prevention of conflicts, which saves lives, costs a fraction of peacekeeping efforts and eliminates the need to deploy new operations. In that context, we see mediation as an important tool, as it is consent- based and pertains to all stages of the conflict cycle, from prevention to resolution and implementation. We believe that reinforcing the capacities of the United Nations, regional and subregional organizations and their member States in conflict resolution and prevention will help us to better manage the conflicts at hand and focus our efforts for a better world.”

    2014-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7196 (2014) · source

21. “Therefore, supporting national peacebuilding and peacemaking efforts should lie at the heart of peacekeeping operations. We thus welcome the development of the concept of multidimensional peacekeeping and the growing number of discussions on that subject, as highlighted in resolution 2086 (2013), which was adopted during Pakistan's presidency. For such multidimensional mandates to be successful, they must be realistic and flexible, and the missions must be provided with the necessary skills and capabilities from within the United Nations system or outside when necessary. The changing nature of threats and actors has led to the need to intensify efforts against terrorism and organized crime at the United Nations, at both the mission and the Headquarters levels.”

    2014-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7196 (2014) · source

22. “On the other hand, proper personnel training and equipment must also be provided, keeping in mind the increasing professionalization of peacekeeping. However, such military measures alone are not the answer for better protecting our peacekeepers. Addressing the security and political situation in the country and winning the hearts and minds of the people will also be vital. Thirdly, sharing assets between missions can provide increased efficiency and cost effectiveness. However, the most recent discussions on the issue demonstrate that there are a number of challenges that need to be addressed in order to make better use of that practice. Fourthly, today's peacekeeping missions have increasingly comprehensive mandates. Security is a precondition for development, and development generates more security.”

    2014-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7196 (2014) · source

23. “Secondly, the safety and security of personnel must be given priority, given the increasing number of attacks on United Nations personnel. We would like take this opportunity to pay homage to the women and men serving as Blue Helmets and express our condolences to the survivors of the peacekeepers who have sacrificed their lives in the line of duty. In that context, the assets that modern technology offers, such as unarmed unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), must be utilized, as appropriate, to provide safety and security to mission personnel, so that they can fulfil their mission mandates. The use of UAVs for reconnaissance and surveillance increases situational awareness and thus saves lives. However, they must be used in strict conformity with international law, the Charter of the United Nations and the principle of transparency.”

    2014-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7196 (2014) · source

24. “Asymmetric threats involving armed non-State actors or terrorists with links to global organized crime are emerging. Those changing conditions undoubtedly require that the concept of United Nations peacekeeping evolve. First, it is clear that the challenging circumstances and expectations with regard to protecting civilians require a change in the posture of peacekeeping operations, including through robust mandates. However, when robust peacekeeping is in question, we must do our utmost not to compromise a key asset of the United Nations, namely, impartiality. All efforts must be made to prevent any collateral damage and to win the hearts and minds of the people in order to mitigate the risks of local resentment, reaction and opposition to peacekeeping missions, all of whichjeopardize success in the fulfilment of mandates.”

    2014-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7196 (2014) · source

25. “At the outset, I would like to thank the Russian Federation presidency for organizing today's open debate. I would also like to express my appreciation to the Secretary-General for his briefing and for the work he is carrying out through the Secretariat to strengthen the peacekeeping capabilities of the United Nations. Peacekeeping operations play a critical role in supporting a country's efforts to provide a better future for its inhabitants. Peacekeeping is the flagship activity of the United Nations. For populations in need, peacekeepers are the face of the United Nations. The conditions under which today's peacekeepers operate have changed dramatically. The number of conflicts is, unfortunately, on the rise, and they are increasingly of an intra-State nature.”

    2014-06-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7196 (2014) · source

26. “Our track record in the fight against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and our commitment to the international mechanisms to which we have been party is clear. I reject the baseless allegations arguing otherwise. Needless to say, we will continue to contribute to the regimes combatting proliferation in line with our international commitments and we expect all respectable actors of the international community to do so.”

    2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source

27. “We would therefore encourage cross-reporting on the progress of efforts and sharing lessons learned at regular intervals in relevant forums, such as the 1540 Committee and the International Atomic Energy Agency, as well as the Global Partnership Against the Spread of Weapons and Material of Mass Destruction, the Global Initiative to Combat Nuclear Terrorism and other international and regional meetings and events. Moving forward from a decade of awareness- raising to a decade of full and sustained implementation will indeed require long-term vision and strategy. We therefore look forward to the comprehensive review to be submitted to the Security Council in 2016, pursuant to resolution 1977 (2011), and stand ready to contribute in that regard. I would like to add a few words in response to one speaker's statement.”

    2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source

28. “We welcomed resolution 2118 (2013) on the elimination of the chemical weapons programme of Syria. We regret, however, the delays in the implementation of the calendar determined by the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons. As the Secretary-General has reiterated in his various reports, the situation in Syria only underscores the importance of expediting the removal of all chemical weapons from Syria. We are additionally concerned by reports indicating non-declared WMD capabilities of the Syrian regime and the use of non-listed chemical agents for chemical attacks. We are prepared to listen to all proposals on enhanced coordination between national export control and counter-terrorism bodies by creating a broadened network of information and intelligence sharing at global and regional levels.”

    2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source

29. “Devising realistic and applicable methods to reinforce transit controls should continue to remain among our priorities in order to strengthen export controls. It would, however, be unfair to levy the whole burden of controlling goods to transit countries alone. More effective and equitable burden sharing is needed. We should therefore strongly highlight the importance of strengthening controls at the origin. Terrorism will remain a key challenge to peace and stability, particularly through its ability to use asymmetric methods to bypass traditional security and defence systems. The essence of export control measures is to prevent transfers of WMD-related sensitive materials to undesired destinations and individuals alike, including terrorists.”

    2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source

30. “Regimes or systems are as strong as their weakest links. Resolution 1540 (2004) is being implemented on an uneven playing field, as States have differing capacities. We therefore strongly support the full utilization and strengthening of the assistance and cooperation mechanisms regarding resolution 1540 (2004), in close coordination with the 1540 Committee, and upon request. The resolution's regional and subregional coordinators can play an important role in facilitating regional approaches to assisting States. Therefore options for funding such positions within international and regional organizations should be closely examined. In every part of the world, transit and trans-shipments are usually the most susceptible rings, in the chain of export control, to exploitation.”

    2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source

31. “We welcome the efforts exerted in the past decade to implement and raise awareness on resolution 1540 (2004). It is an important achievement that 172 States have submitted their national reports to the Committee. We hope for a universal reporting as soon as possible. Turkey would also like to express its appreciation for the work of the Panel of Experts. Robust export controls are crucial to combat the proliferation of nuclear, chemical and biological weapons, their means of delivery and all related technology. Needless to say, effective interagency coordination and cooperation, as well as timely and effective intelligence sharing, are very strong elements in that equation. We also would like to hereby draw attention to cooperation with industry for more effective counter-proliferation efforts.”

    2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source

32. “Turkey possesses the necessary legislation to fully implement the resolution and is party to all relevant international instruments and export control regimes to that effect. To date, Turkey has submitted national reports and matrices to the Committee on more than one occasion. Our latest national report and matrix are currently being updated. Turkey also joined the joint statement on promoting a full and universal implementation of resolution 1540 (2004), at the Nuclear Security Summit held in the Hague. Resolution 1540 (2004) is a solid and compelling basis for the universalization of efforts to prevent WMD proliferation, complementing existing international treaties and conventions. Over the past decade, resolution 1540 (2004) has become a key component of the global security architecture.”

    2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source

33. “I thank the Korean presidency for organizing this meeting on such a crucial issue and would like to express my appreciation to Ambassador Oh Joon for his able chairmanship of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004). The proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and their means of delivery constitutes a vital threat to peace and security and hampers social and economic development. Located in a region with particular challenges with respect to proliferation, Turkey values all initiatives aimed at preventing such activities. Turkey will continue to support mechanisms designed to prevent WMDs and their material from falling into the wrong hands. In that spirit, Turkey has thus been fully supporting resolution 1540 (2004) and subsequent resolutions extending the mandate of the Committee.”

    2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source

34. “Peace and security in the Middle East are not unattainable goals, as long as there is strong political resolve. In that sense, we call on the leaders of Israel and the State of Palestine to overcome the hurdles and get back to the negotiating table with a genuine desire to put an end to the decades-long search for peace. I would like to assure you, Mr. President, that Turkey's strong commitment to peace and security in its region will continue until we reach that goal and that Turkey will never shy away from its responsibilities.”

    2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source

35. “The Syrian regime, which clearly displayed reluctance to discuss the political transition in Geneva, once again revealed its lack of sincerity when it comes to finding a political solution to the crisis, with the announcement of the so-called presidential elections in June. Such elections, which will apparently be organized under conditions whereby nearly half of the population is displaced, some still under indiscriminate attacks by the forces of the regime, will not only be null and void, but also be in flagrant contravention of the Geneva communique (S/2012/523, annex) and will constitute another blow to efforts to find a political solution to the crisis. The way ahead towards a solution to crisis is clearly set out in the communique, that is, the immediate establishment ofa transitional governing body with full executive powers.”

    2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source

36. “Since the beginning of the crisis, Turkey has spared no effort to alleviate the suffering of our Syrian neighbours, consistently maintained an open-door policy, facilitated zero-point humanitarian assistance and responsibly provided for the needs of the Syrians who sought shelter in the 22 camps in Turkey and in various Turkish cities. As oprril, the number ofSyrians in Turkey is fast approaching 1 million. Unfortunately, neither Turkey's nor Syria's other neighbours' resources are limitless. What we expect from our partners is an active engagement and meaningful contribution in shouldering this burden.”

    2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source

37. “The provisions of resolution 2139 (2014) are very clear on stopping violence against civilians, putting an end to sieges and allowing rapid, safe and unhindered humanitarian access and cross-border humanitarian operations via the most direct routes. Using the issue of humanitarian access as a bargaining chip cannot be tolerated. The regime's policy of deliberately minimizing the number of access points into Syria is a violation of resolution 2139 (2014), and imposing such preconditions is unacceptable. The United Nations should therefore find ways and means to provide humanitarian assistance through a greater number of border gates, in order to ensure access to a larger population.”

    2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source

38. “The Syrian regime missed yet another deadline to eliminate its declared chemical weapons before 27 April. Turkey is also deeply concerned about the reports concerning the regime's recent chlorine gas attacks on civilian populations. We welcome the decision of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons to send a mission to Syria to investigate those incidents. If the allegations are true, they constitute a violation of the regime's commitments. The humanitarian situation in Syria, on the other hand, is deteriorating every day due to the increasing number of people in need of urgent assistance and the regime's continued arbitrary denial of access.”

    2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source

39. “We therefore call once again for the immediate lifting ofthe embargo against Gaza in accordance with resolution 1860 (2009) and the ceasefire commitments ofNovember 2012. The year 2014 has been proclaimed by the General Assembly as the International Year of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. This should be a year for all of us to mobilize our means and capabilities to support Palestine in the economic and political realms. A politically and economically strong Palestine will surely be a stronger partner for Israel and the entire neighbourhood for years to come. Turkey supports the inalienable right of the State of Palestine to fully enjoy the privileges of statehood, including becoming a Member of the United Nations and other international organizations and joining international treaties.”

    2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source

40. “Turkey, for its part, continues to help alleviate the suffering of the Palestinian people through bilateral projects in several parts of Palestine, including the Gaza Strip. Last year, we delivered urgent aid, including generators, fuel, flour and medicine, to Gaza. In addition to our ongoing project to build a hospital, the Turkish Government recently allocated another $1.5 million to a World Health Organization project aimed at providing further support to the health system in Gaza. However, long-term solutions are urgently needed to avoid greater humanitarian risks. Only a comprehensive and just settlement abolishing these restrictions will enable the robust and sustainable development of the Palestinian economy.”

    2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source

41. “The Israeli side did not live up to its commitments to release the fourth batch of pre-Oslo Palestinian prisoners, and it continued its illegal settlement and demolition activities and its violation of the basic rights of the Palestinians in the occupied territories. Settler violence, provocations against religious and holy sites, including Al-Haram Al-Sharif and the Al-Aqsa Mosque, and attempts to meddle with the status of Jerusalem intensified. The embargo imposed against Gaza remained in force and the construction of the separation wall, in defiance of international law and Security Council resolutions, continued. The international community has a responsibility to take all the necessary steps to end the humanitarian crisis in Palestine.”

    2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source

42. “Turkey is of the view that the peace process and the Palestinian reconciliation efforts are not mutually exclusive and should not be presented as such. That view is also mentioned recurrently in various United Nations reports. Indeed, the need for Palestinian unity has been a reality since the division in 2007 and, if well guided and supported, such unity would help lay the groundwork for sustainable and lasting peace in the region. With that understanding, Turkey welcomed the agreement reached between Fatah and Hamas and the decision to form a unity Government that will embrace all Palestinians. As a matter of fact, it is hard to describe the political environment within which the peace talks were held as conducive.”

    2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source

43. “At the outset, allow me to express our sincere congratulations to the Nigerian presidency for successfully leading the Council's work in April, and to convey my delegation's best wishes to the Republic of Korea for its upcoming presidency. Turkey has supported all efforts towards a lasting solution to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, comprising two States living side-by-side in peace and security, based on the pre-1967 borders, the relevant United Nations resolutions, the Madrid principles and the Arab Peace Initiative. Today was meant to mark the deadline for the conclusion of the peace talks launched between Israel and Palestine in July last year. Unfortunately, one of the parties decided to suspend the talks last week. We deeply regret that decision.”

    2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source

44. “Turkey employs this comprehensive, multidimensional and synchronized approach in places such as Somalia, South-Eastern Europe and Afghanistan, enriching its efforts in the security area to include humanitarian aid, local development, the construction of basic infrastructure, education, health and support to peace processes. Let me conclude by thanking the Nigerian presidency, Member States and all relevant United Nations bodies that engage in conducting and enhancing the important practice of security sector reform.”

    2014-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7161Resumption1 (2014) · source

45. “The Turkish International Academy Against Drugs and Organized Crime, established in cooperation with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, has been playing an important role in boosting regional efforts to combat drug trafficking and organized crime through its training and capacity-building programmes for countries in need. Solutions in the field of security sector reform can be viable only if they are applied within a comprehensive framework of peacebuilding, comprising several elements in the humanitarian, development, democratization and governance fields.”

    2014-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7161Resumption1 (2014) · source

46. “Between 1997 and 2013, more than 20,000 foreign law enforcement officials from 54 countries - mainly in Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia i benefitted from various professional and vocational training courses held by the Turkish National Police. The Police Vocational Training Centre in Sivas, which has trained more than 1,500 Afghan National Police cadets since 2011, is only one example. Likewise, hundreds ofpolice officer candidates from various countries have attended graduate or undergraduate studies at the Turkish Police Academy.”

    2014-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7161Resumption1 (2014) · source

47. “In the same vein, Turkey has robust security cooperation, particularly with Afghanistan, Somalia and other countries in Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia on a wide range of issues, from providing technical assistance and strengthening civilian and law enforcement institutions to providing training courses to law enforcement officials. Bilateral agreements have been signed with a large number of countries including Iraq, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Sudan, Somalia, Mongolia, Libya, C6te D'Ivoire and many countries in South-Eastern Europe, Central Asia and Africa, on various aspects of support to security reform. Training is prioritized by Turkey.”

    2014-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7161Resumption1 (2014) · source

48. “Mainstreaming gender issues and ensuring women's participation in security sector reform, as well as the more general peace processes and conflict resolution, peacekeeping, peacebuilding, recovery and mediation efforts is of utmost importance. Turkey prioritizes security sector reform activities as part of its global engagement for peace. Turkish peacekeepers continue to serve in various United Nations, NATO and European Union missions across the globe, including in Afghanistan, Africa, the Balkans and the Middle-East, where they contribute to the training of security personnel as well as capacity- and institution-building of military and security forces.”

    2014-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7161Resumption1 (2014) · source

49. “In addition, collaboration with all relevant stakeholders, including regional and subregional organizations, domestic stakeholders and civil society is essential to preventing duplication and to making optimal use of scarce resources. Needless to say, it is necessary to sufficiently address the root causes of conflicts, the solutions of which lie at the very heart of communities and groups in terms of their aspirations and legitimate wishes. Political reconciliation among the parties to a conflict through mediation, negotiation and facilitation as the main instruments is among the primary methods to be employed in the peacebuilding endeavour.”

    2014-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7161Resumption1 (2014) · source

50. “It should be the primary responsibility of the host country to define the shape and direction of security sector reform. On the other hand, the norms and principles that have been developed by the United Nations and elaborated in the Secretary-General's reports and United Nations documents provide a general framework that should be taken into account in security sector reform. Rule oflaw and human rights standards are of particular importance in that regard. While governments have the central role to play, SSR activities must be extended to include the broader population and ensure the needs of all citizens in an inclusive manner.”

    2014-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7161Resumption1 (2014) · source