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Guillermet

lines on the record: 67
first: 2009-04-21
most recent: 2009-10-14
sittings or episodes: 8
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“Finally, I should like to take this opportunity to express that, while my delegation will be studying the reports of the Secretary-General on the implementation of Security Council resolutions 1559 (2004) and 1701 (2006) over the coming weeks, we believe that the explosions on 12 October in Tayr Felsay in southern Lebanon reflect the need to step up efforts to clear the area south of the Litani River of weapons and armed personnel. We urge that this situation be monitored closely, alongside the investigations being carried out by the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon.”
2009-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6201 (2009) · source
“If the parties fail to reach an agreement within a reasonable timeframe, the most sensible course of action would be to assume the responsibility of establishing a Palestinian State and granting it membership in this Organization. We reiterate the concerns that we have already expressed with regard to the humanitarian situation in Gaza and our call for the respect of international law, in particular international humanitarian law as established by the Geneva Conventions and their Protocols.”
2009-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6201 (2009) · source
“It may be that the time has passed for implementing prior agreements. But these are the sole foundation for new agreements. Once again, we must deplore the continuing Israeli policy of settlement activities, demolitions and expulsions that affect Palestinians in the East Jerusalem. Such actions are illegal and unacceptable; they exacerbate tensions and are an obstacle to the peace process. Costa Rica recognized Palestine as a State almost two years ago, and we believe that the international community should contribute to the resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict by universalizing such recognition and accepting the Palestinian State as a full Member of this Organization.”
2009-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6201 (2009) · source
“Palestinian reconciliation is another pending issue: Hamas cannot remain outside the peace process, and it must not sabotage the political process. Costa Rica hopes that Egypt's efforts will lead to unity among the Palestinian people and to a commitment to a negotiated solution of two peoples living side by side in peace. The current leaders of the Palestinian Authority merit our support, but in our View it is important for them to prevent their territory from being used by those wishing to thwart the process. It is imperative that neighbouring moderate Arab countries, as dedicated partners for peace, help the Palestinian Authority in its endeavours to prevent the conflict from being used as a platform for extremist acts and defiant statements against Israel by others in the region.”
2009-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6201 (2009) · source
“In that regard we are hopeful at 4 and encourage - the endeavours of the Obama Administration through its Special Envoy, George Mitchell. Seven months have passed since the current Israeli Administration was formed. The clock seems to have been turned back. There has been an attempt to ignore prior agreements and consolidate gains based on cunning arguments - despite the international community's unanimous condemnation of such conduct and its warning that this approach will not bear legitimate fruit. The Palestinian party too should contribute to the success of the process towards resolving the Israeli- Palestinian conflict. It should strengthen its measures to confront extremism and respond to Israel's legitimate security concerns.”
2009-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6201 (2009) · source
“We are most hopeful with respect to diplomatic efforts founded on growing consensus regarding a comprehensive approach to resolving the conflict. Costa Rica has been suggesting such an approach for more than 20 months: it would abandon a sequential methodology and embrace a comprehensive one. We know that if there is to be success in resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict there must also be an easing of tensions in other conflicts in the region that have a negative impact on the resolution of that one. The States of the region must also demonstrate their commitment to lasting peace by recognizing the State of Israel and by adopting policies of good- neighbourliness towards Israel based on mutual security.”
2009-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6201 (2009) · source
“We also see as positive the authorization of entry into Gaza of construction materials and a lifting of obstacles to movement in the West Bank. We look favourably on those gestures and successes. We hope, however, that they are not mere mirages giving rise to baseless hope. The progress will not be significant unless there is a political process that constantly moves forward. Increased responsibility for civilian security on the part of the Palestinian Authority can be meaningful only if it leads to the prompt establishment of a Palestinian State within recognized borders 09-5573] resulting from a dynamic political process of negotiations between the parties. Goodwill gestures are highly appreciated, but they will be nothing more than gestures unless they lead to a lasting change in attitude towards partners in dialogue.”
2009-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6201 (2009) · source
“The search for justice is essential: no State or armed group should be above the law. A month ago, we had hoped to see genuine progress in the Middle East peace negotiations, leading to the renewal of direct talks between the parties. That hope was nourished by the announcement of important meetings underpinned by diplomatic efforts on the margins of the General Assembly. Unfortunately, this did not happen. Negotiations have not progressed at the pace that the international community had hoped for. That, unfortunately, is the only truth that we can speak on this conflict. Costa Rica welcomed the downturn in violence in the course of this year, along with the relative easing of the security situation and the growing responsibility of Palestinian security forces for keeping the peace in the West Bank.”
2009-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6201 (2009) · source
“We also underscore the Goldstone report's comprehensive approach, which makes recommendations to a number of bodies of the United Nations system, to the parties and to insurgent groups. We reaffirm, as we have done on prior occasions, that the Security Council bears the obligatory responsibility to protect civilians in armed conflict whenever and wherever necessary. The Council must employ all its deterrent potential to persuade all State and non-State parties to respect international law and permit unhindered access for humanitarian assistance. The Security Council's silence for reasons of individual convenience should not signal impunity for those who ignore international law. Nor should it signify cruel indifference to those who call upon the Council for help.”
2009-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6201 (2009) · source
“For that reason, we welcome the fact that the Human Rights Council in Geneva has decided to take action on the Goldstone report this week. We will follow closely the Human Rights Council's decisions with respect to the report's recommendations. We hope that in some way Justice Richard Goldstone's report will contribute to assigning responsibility. A key element of the report, drawn from its conclusions, is that there is a need to establish responsibility through accountability mechanisms. It is essential to prevent impunity, and in that connection we urge the parties to continue their efforts. In particular, we urge the Israeli Government to pursue the investigation that, as it has informed the international community, it has undertaken, and to make public its outcome.”
2009-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6201 (2009) · source
“The Mission was mandated to investigate violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law during the military operation in Gaza. It is important to discuss the report, which merits the close attention of the international community. Our initial appraisal is this is a serious report prepared by a Mission led by an upright man with an unquestioned track record, and that it is worthy of our full consideration. However, it is premature for the Council to discuss the substance of the report when the Human Rights Council itself has not taken the relevant decisions. To do so without being able to produce a concrete outcome following our consideration would only contribute to trivializing it.”
2009-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6201 (2009) · source
“Mr. Guillermet (Costa Rica) (spoke in Spanish): Let me begin, Mr. President, by thanking you and your delegation for having convened this debate. I thank you also for this month's programme of work, which includes a number of very important open meetings that will provide an opportunity for interaction between the States concerned and other Members of the United Nations. I wish also to thank Mr. Pascoe for his briefing, and I welcome the presence among us of Mr. Riad Al-Malki, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Palestine, and of Ambassador Gabriela Shalev, Permanent Representative of Israel. I wish to set out my country's position on the Council's discussion of the report of the United Nations Fact-Finding Mission on the Gaza Conflict, the Goldstone report (A/HRC/l2/48).”
2009-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6201 (2009) · source
“In that regard, we remind all the parties to the conflict that they have an obligation to observe the norms of international law, and especially those of international humanitarian law. Given that combating impunity should continue to be a priority for the international community and for the authorities in Somalia, we welcome the Government's establishment of a ministerial-level post for the coordination of human rights. In conclusion, we would like to reaffirm our support for the strategy drawn up by the Secretary- General to address the crisis in Somalia. We would also like to acknowledge the work of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Somalia, Mr. Ould Abdallah, to further strengthen the political process in especially difficult circumstances.”
2009-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6197 (2009) · source
“The systematic looting of the compounds of personnel providing humanitarian assistance coupled with the ever-lengthening drought are worsening the living conditions of more than 50 per cent of Somalia's population, which currently needs humanitarian assistance and support to survive. We are especially concerned about the increase in child malnutrition, which today affects one in five children. It is therefore urgent to ensure that there is adequate financing for humanitarian and recovery programmes, as well as free access for humanitarian assistance and an improvement in the security conditions of humanitarian personnel in Somalia. We condemn forced displacements and acts of violence against civilians, whether due to or as a result of clashes between Government forces and insurgent groups.”
2009-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6197 (2009) · source
“in setting up transitional security institutions, developing the national security strategy and improving the capacity of other legal, judicial and public administration institutions. In particular, we hope that work of the Joint Security Committee will yield greater concrete results in the future. We also believe that, in addition to ensuring the strengthening of the Government's security institutions, it is also urgent that we strengthen AMISOM. In that regard, we would like to reiterate our gratitude to the Governments of Burundi and Uganda for their contributions to the Mission. We deeply regret the loss of life resulting from recent attacks on AMISOM facilities. The impact of the unstable security situation on the provision of humanitarian assistance within and outside Mogadishu is a source of concern for my delegation.”
2009-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6197 (2009) · source
“We have also noted the existence of criminal activities on the part of domestic and foreign saboteurs, who take advantage of the fragility in the country to further their smuggling and trafficking in human beings and illegal drugs. All those activities pose an ongoing threat to the Djibouti peace process. Against that backdrop, efforts should be stepped up to continue to make progress in the parallel equipping and training of Somali security forces to enable them to take on responsibility for security in their country, thereby contributing to finding a solution to the fundamental problem in Somalia. In that regard, we acknowledge the work done by the Transitional Federal Government and AMISOM.”
2009-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6197 (2009) · source
“We believe that the international community and institutions of the United Nations system should continue to provide Somalia with the support necessary for institutional-building, enhancing Government capacity and improving infrastructure with a view to ensuring a comprehensive approach to deal with the humanitarian, political, security and development issues at the root of the current crisis. These positive developments, however, cannot lead us to ignore the escalating violence in Somalia and the alarming decline in the humanitarian situation during the period under review. There have been attacks against the Transitional Federal Government and AMISOM. personnel, thefts at United Nations facilities and widespread violence against civilians by armed groups.”
2009-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6197 (2009) · source
“In that context, we welcome the fact that the pledges made in Brussels by the international community are being disbursed, and we hope that very soon the various financial mechanisms established for cooperation with Somalia will receive the promised funds. We believe that the Somaliland and Puntland communities should also receive funds to enable them to safeguard stability in their regions. Likewise, we acknowledge the improved administrative capacity of the Transitional Federal Government. The establishment of effective governance in Somalia is an essential basis for ensuring public order.”
2009-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6197 (2009) · source
“Mr. Guillermet (Costa Rica) (spoke in Spanish): We are grateful for this morning's briefings by Under- Secretary-General Lynn Pascoe and by Mr. Craig Boyd, as well as for the presence among us of the Permanent Representative of Somalia. My delegation would like to begin by acknowledging the intensive work of the Transitional Federal Government in reaching out to opposition groups, forging national reconciliation and ensuring the security of the Somali population. The development of a strategy of negotiation, persuasion and inclusion of those groups in dialogue has borne fruit with the agreement reached with Ahlu Sunna Wal Jama'a. We hope that in the future we will see more members of the insurgency joining this process in order to achieve a lasting political solution in Somalia.”
2009-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6197 (2009) · source
“Finally, I, too, wish to thank Norma Chan for her commitment and professionalism throughout her long career at the United Nations. On behalf of the delegation of Costa Rica, I wish her a long life and great happiness in her retirement.”
2009-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6194 (2009) · source
“We also regret the ongoing attacks on humanitarian personnel, who have been subject to acts of intimidation, burglary, abduction and assassination, which impede access to humanitarian assistance to those who most need it. We call on the new Government of Afghanistan to make security priorities on its agenda, and to take firm steps in favour of long-term stability and improved conditions for the sustainable development of the country. My country is grateful for the work undertaken by all the personnel of UNAMA, and recognizes their valiant efforts to promote peace and stability in Afghanistan. We wish in particular to acknowledge UNAMA's recent efforts during the presidential and Provincial Council elections. Costa Rica reaffirms its support for the work of UNAMA and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General.”
2009-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6194 (2009) · source
“It is thus crucial that measures be implemented to protect civilians. We agree that there is a need to adopt a broad approach recognizing that the way to guarantee stability in Afghanistan is not exclusively military. In that regard, we welcome the new approach adopted by the military forces on the ground, which will henceforth focus their attention on protecting the civilian population, as opposed to attacking insurgents, according to the report before us today. While there has been a shift in the military approach to the situation, we are concerned by the high rate of civilian casualties. As indicated in paragraph 54 of the Secretary-General's report, a significant percentage of those casualties were caused by pro-Government forces.”
2009-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6194 (2009) · source
“The recent adoption of the Shia Personal Status law, which we believe discriminates against a minority, is grounds for concern, as it legalizes practices that run counter to women's rights established under the Constitution and international treaties to which Afghanistan is party, as indicated in paragraph 51 of the Secretary-General's report. It is therefore necessary to call on the authorities to respect the Constitution and to honour their international obligations with regard to the protection of women. During the process of adopting resolution 1868 (2009) extending the mandate of UNAMA, Costa Rica spoke in favour of including explicit provisions to ensure that all parties comply with the provisions of international humanitarian and human rights law in order to safeguard the well-being of the civilian population.”
2009-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6194 (2009) · source
“This experience should be utilized to ensure greater legitimacy in future elections and to strengthen nascent democratic institutions. The valuable lessons that can be learned from this experience will undoubtedly contribute to the future sustainability of the Afghan State. In the area of human rights, our country deplores the increase in the number of threats and attacks against women participating in public life, as well as the continuing sexual abuse to which women and children are very often subjected. In that context, we recognize the signing of the law on the elimination of violence against women as significant progress towards gender equality and a promising step in the protection of women and children against violence.”
2009-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6194 (2009) · source
“That is why we urge the swift and transparent conclusion of the recount process in accordance with the relevant legal procedures. The number of complaints submitted to the Electoral Complaints Commission is alarming and gives rise to concern that the electoral process has not been seen as fair and lacks legitimacy. That will have adverse consequences for the consolidation of democracy, security and peace for the Afghan people. The international community must remain committed to fair and transparent electoral processes as a way to express unequivocal support for the Afghan people in electing their authorities and determining their own destiny. We hope that the lessons learned from this process will serve to improve the planning and holding of the 2010 parliamentary elections.”
2009-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6194 (2009) · source
“Mr. Guillermet (Costa Rica) (spoke in Spanish): Like other delegations, I should like to thank Mr. Eide for introducing the report of the Secretary-General (S/2009/475) and to take this opportunity to congratulate him and the entire staff of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) on the excellent work accomplished on the ground. I also thank Mr. Spanta, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan, for his statement today and the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Turkey for his participation in this important debate. Costa Rica recognizes the great challenges involved in the electoral process and the merits of holding elections in Afghanistan. Undoubtedly, the very fact that they were held was a genuine success. That said, the prolonged wait for definitive results jeopardizes the progress that has been made.”
2009-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6194 (2009) · source
“We also encourage donors, researchers and others to support ethical investigation and data collection efforts in post-conflict settings that improve our ability to prevent and respond to this problem. Furthermore, in collecting data, it is important to ensure the disaggregation by age and sex of victims and perpetrators alike in order to target prevention and response activities. We need to improve the effectiveness of monitoring and reporting to facilitate strategic planning and assessment of progress. We will revisit this important matter once the Secretary-General submits the recommendations in his next report.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180 (2009) · source
“Initiatives such as the United Nations Action against Sexual Violence in Conflict should be complemented by efforts to address the root causes of violence. In the case of refugees and displaced persons, the special needs of women and girls, including medical care during repatriation and resettlement, should also be taken into account. Lastly, timely, objective, accurate and reliable data collection is important to enhancing our understanding of the various forms of sexual violence in armed conflict situations and their aftermath so as to ensure the appropriate responses and to move forward in the implementation of resolutions 1325 (2000) and 1820 (2008).”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180 (2009) · source
“In addition, the Council should improve the communication and exchange of information among its subsidiary bodies in order to ensure a more coherent approach to combating sexual violence. The fifth area that deserves our attention is assistance to victims. In addition to the aforementioned measures, there must be a multisectoral approach to the assistance and social protection of victims, in particular to ensure their access to medical care, psychological and psycho-social support, legal assistance, education and sustainable socio-economic reintegration. Assistance measures must focus on avoiding the marginalization and stigmatization of victims, and facilitate victims' social reintegration to prevent further trauma.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180 (2009) · source
“The complementary role of international justice mechanisms, such as the International Criminal Court, inter alia, can also play a relevant role in supporting national efforts to fight impunity, as appropriate. The Security Council has recognized that sexual violence in situations of armed conflict may, under some circumstances, constitute a threat to international peace and security. Therefore, we believe that the Security Council should include gender equality concerns as well as provisions to prevent and respond to sexual violence when establishing or renewing peacekeeping mandates. The Security Council should consider targeted and effective means to ensure compliance.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180 (2009) · source
“In this regard, we consider that amnesties should exclude crimes of sexual violence. All parties, State and non-State, must always refrain from committing and tolerating sexual violence. All necessary steps should be taken to protect individuals, punish perpetrators and provide remedy to victims. Zero-tolerance policies and the principle of command responsibility are also important measures to enforce accountability. In this context, the genuine commitment of civilian and military leaders is important to reducing sexual violence. International cooperation must support efforts to hold perpetrators accountable and to ensure equal and effective access to justice under internationally agreed standards.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180 (2009) · source
“Despite the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000) nine years ago, the participation of women in peacekeeping and peacebuilding remains minimal. As reaffirmed in resolution 1820 (2008), we must continue to strive to encourage the empowerment of women and their systematic and effective participation at all levels in peacekeeping and political missions. We should also increase the number of female heads of mission, military observers, civilian police and United Nations mediators. Women also have a critical role to play in the long-term prevention of conflicts. At the same time, we must also study and understand the obstacles to promoting women's participation in these fields if we are to reverse that trend. The fourth area of interest is accountability, which, through justice, fosters the promotion and sustainability of peace.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180 (2009) · source
“Without question, this can result in an increased awareness of human-rights standards and obligations under international law. In dealing with peacekeeping operations and protection mandates, we need to develop clear gender- sensitive operational guidelines in order to effectively tackle sexual violence. Enhanced coordination, integrated strategic frameworks and united priorities among the various United Nations actors on the ground are fundamental to producing a more effective response to this problem. Such a response, combined with the contributions of the Peacebuilding Commission, would, we believe, result in a more strategic approach and more effective engagement. The third area concerns participation.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180 (2009) · source
“Efforts must be made to eliminate prejudice, discriminatory social patterns, historically rooted inequalities and harmful traditional and cultural practices that condone sexual violence. In addition, these measures should be aimed at raising community awareness and eliciting more direct engagement by traditional and religious leaders. The second focus is on the need to strengthen the protection capacity not only of States but also of United Nations personnel on the ground. Security sector reform and the rule of law can play a vital role in this process. International cooperation should increase resources to improve policing and civilian capacities, as well as providing technical assistance and mentoring to help train military, police and other security forces to deal with cases of sexual violence.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180 (2009) · source
“The Secretary-General's report highlights the challenges posed by inadequate preventive measures, the failure to end impunity and persistent discrimination against women and girls in law and in practice, and the insufficient and inadequate access to assistance and treatment for victims. In the light of those challenges, we believe that a more comprehensive and strategic approach is needed, focused on six critical areas: prevention, protection, women's participation, accountability, assistance to victims and data collection. The first area is prevention, which is essential in combating sexual violence and which must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each situation. Gender- based violence, discrimination and inequality contribute to exacerbating sexual violence when the rule of law breaks down.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180 (2009) · source
“We also welcome the active interest and the commitment on gender-related issues seen in the General Assembly, the Economic and Social Council, the Human Rights Council, the United Nations funds and programmes and the relevant human-rights treaty bodies, especially the Committee on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. Unfortunately, progress towards implementation of cross-cutting gender commitments, with regard to curbing, punishing and protecting against sexual violence in armed conflict situations, has been slow and uneven. This is the result of a number of factors, including weak coordination and fragmented responses within the United Nations system, insufficient funding and human resources, inefficient accountability measures and a lack of firm political will.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180 (2009) · source
“Those resolutions place women at the centre of consideration of security issues, recognizing them not merely as victims but also as important actors in building sustainable peace and security and in fostering development in societies experiencing or emerging from armed conflict. Furthermore, resolution 1612 (2005) and the recently adopted resolution 1882 (2009), both on children and armed conflict, along with resolution 1674 (2006), on the protection of civilians in armed conflict, strengthen and expand the Security Council protection framework in the area of sexual violence. We commend the progress the Security Council has made in thematic discussions on this issue and the positive developments stemming from it.”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180 (2009) · source
“Mr. Urbina (Costa Rica) (spoke in Spanish): It is an honour for Costa Rica to speak today in its capacity as Chair of the Human Security Network, consisting of the following countries: Austria, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Greece, Ireland, Jordan, Mali, Norway, Slovenia, Switzerland and Thailand, and South Africa as an observer. To begin, I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for having convened this important debate. I would also like to thank the Secretary- General for his presentation. We welcome the submission of his report (S/2009/362), which contains valuable recommendations on combating sexual violence. In the past 10 years, the Security Council has increasingly considered security issues with a gender- equality perspective and has enshrined its commitment in resolutions 1325 (2000) and 1820 (2008).”
2009-08-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6180 (2009) · source
“We are, however, concerned by reports that the pirates are using increasingly sophisticated strategies in their attacks on vessels. It is therefore essential to work immediately to resolve problems of logistics and of bringing to justice the pirates that are still operating, while we work to strengthen the Somali State and thus to eliminate the causes that fuel piracy. Finally, Costa Rica reaffirms its support for the Secretary-General's political strategy for Somalia, with its three-stage approach to attain the goals needed to achieve security in the country. We look forward to seeing soon the results of the assistance provided by the United Nations Political Office for Somalia to the Transitional Federal Government, especially in the development of a national security strategy.”
2009-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6173 (2009) · source
“We condemn the attacks on civilian populations, as well as the obstacles placed in the way of free access to humanitarian assistance for the more than 3 million people who depend on it. An area of special concern for Costa Rica is the situation of the thousands of children who are victims of forcible recruitment by opposition rebel groups, as well as the killings and acts of mutilation and sexual and gender-based violence. The Security Council must remain vigilant with regard to these atrocious acts against the most defenceless populations in violation of international humanitarian law and human rights law. My delegation has noted the progress made in combating piracy off the Somali coast, and we particularly welcome the impact of this progress on access to humanitarian assistance.”
2009-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6173 (2009) · source
“We reaffirm our support for the Transitional Federal Government and for its efforts to promote national reconciliation through inclusive negotiations within the Djibouti peace process. We also salute Special Representative Ould Abdallah for his determined endeavours to move the political process forward. We also welcome the recent decision of the African Union to bring the military and police components of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) up to the mandated number of personnel. We acknowledge the contributions of the Governments of Burundi and Uganda to the Mission and welcome the pledges of additional battalions from Sierra Leone and Malawi. The worsening humanitarian situation in Somalia is a cause of great concern to my delegation.”
2009-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6173 (2009) · source
“This urgent situation demands the strengthening of Somalia's security institutions and of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), which are essential components in the stabilization of the country. The international community must fulfil the commitments made at the Brussels donors conference and contribute to the United Nations trust fund set up for this purpose. Indifference on the part of the international community will only strengthen the position of the rebel groups, which, as the report of the Monitoring Group states, are already benefiting from arms flows and financial support from other countries, including countries of the region, which are seeking to undermine international peace and security. We understand that the situation in Somalia can only be improved on the basis of action by the Somalis themselves.”
2009-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6173 (2009) · source
“Mr. Urbina (Costa Rica) (spoke in Spanish): I would like to begin by thanking Mr. Ould Abdallah for his briefing, and I thank the Commissioner for Peace and Security of the African Union, Mr. Lamamra, for his statement. I also welcome the statement made by the Somali Foreign Minister. This Council has of late been reviewing the situation in Somalia and the challenges facing the Transitional Federal Government and the international community there. We voice our concern at the resurgence of violence in Somalia and the consequent worsening of the humanitarian situation, the growing numbers of refugees and internally displaced persons and the climate of instability in the region.”
2009-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6173 (2009) · source
“The achievements of the Special Court for Sierra Leone show us that peace and justice are not incompatible, but that, on the contrary, justice is a decisive factor in ensuring sustainable and lasting peace.”
2009-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6163 (2009) · source
“In that regard, we acknowledge the need to redouble the international community's efforts towards completion and to ensure justice for the victims. The last trial, which has been pending since October, is that of the former President of Liberia, Charles Taylor, which is a clear example that the arm of the law reaches the highest political leaders, guaranteeing their right to a legitimate defence with internationally recognized procedural guarantees. My delegation fully agrees that the conclusion of the trial of Charles Taylor is essential to making peace and stability sustainable in West Africa. The work of the Court proves to this Council that the contradiction between peace and justice that is sometimes posited is non-existent.”
2009-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6163 (2009) · source
“As Justice Winter eloquently described, the Special Court for Sierra Leone has set precedents in many matters. Its jurisprudence was the first to develop the principle of non-applicability of amnesties in international prosecution and to establish limitations on the immunity of heads of State before an international criminal court, and it was the first to recognize the use of child soldiers as an international crime. Its invaluable legacy to international criminal justice and to international law deserves our acknowledgement and the praise of the international community. Now, it is to be the first to end its judicial proceedings and to set up a residual mechanism that will remain once it has closed its doors. It will serve as an example for other courts.”
2009-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6163 (2009) · source
“Mr. Guillermet (Costa Rica) (spoke in Spanish): I would like to start by thanking Renate Winter, President of the Special Court for Sierra Leone, and Prosecutor Steven Rapp for their presence among us and for their briefings. This Council and the international community must be proud of the work of and the trail blazed by the Special Court for Sierra Leone. The Special Court has been a bellwether. It was the first Court to be established with a shared model of responsibilities under an agreement between the United Nations and one of its Member States - Sierra Leone. Primarily, however, it was the first step taken by that country in its fight against impunity and accountability for serious crimes whose excessive cruelty shocked humankind.”
2009-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6163 (2009) · source
“Lastly, Costa Rica will continue to work in a committed manner to promote close consultations among all partners involved in peacekeeping, bearing in mind at all times that our efforts will have a direct effect on the situations and lives of millions of civilians in armed conflict - the very raison d'etre of peacekeeping operations.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153 (2009) · source
“It would be interesting if the document could provide specific cases of current operations where that type of strategy could be followed. Thirdly, we agree with the urgency of building a consensus on policies to define the implementation of key mandates in peacekeeping operations, such as the protection of civilians. My country has in recent months been advocating in different forums the need to begin a process to define clear, realistic and appropriate guidelines and operational requirements for resources and training that make up the additional tasks related to the protection of civilians. For that reason, we await with interest the recommendations on this topic.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153 (2009) · source
“First, we agree with the important point that peacekeeping should be part of a political solution and, as we have argued on many occasions, on the need to be more creative in using the broad range of instruments that are available to the Council for the prevention and resolution of conflicts. For that reason, we look forward with interest to the recommendations along those lines. It would seem valuable to us if those could include specific proposals on current operations where those additional political tools could be deployed. Secondly, we also hope to receive recommendations and proposals on strategies that could be used to mobilize coalitions of Member States and other partners to support peacekeeping operations, especially as we have seen the success of that approach in Haiti.”
2009-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6153 (2009) · source