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lines on the record: 141
first: 2010-02-23
most recent: 2013-06-25
sittings or episodes: 7
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“The President has taken up issues of sustainable development in the international sphere, including his 16 February proposal with the Government of Maldives for climate- change initiatives that will contribute to sustainable development and poverty eradication in Asia. On 17 September, I held a meeting with President Ramos-Horta and the Government at which we agreed to the establishment of a joint mechanism that will guide UNMIT's transition planning. Its first quarterly meeting will be held in late November. This mechanism is intended to ensure that the transition process is consistent with Government strategies, such as the Strategic Development Plan, and that there is a smooth transfer of UNMIT functions to State institutions, United Nations agencies, funds and programmes, other international partners and civil society.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“On 20 September, in a speech made at the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) review summit (see A/65/PV.4), President Jose' Ramos-Horta highlighted some of the gains Timor-Leste had made towards the MDGs and spoke of the need to fast-track achievement towards the MDGs. These gains have been underpinned by macroeconomic stability and high growth rates. Hopefully, the Strategic Development Plan will be an instrument to further promote human development and pro-poor growth, as well as to minimize inequalities between urban and rural areas. In our discussions with Timorese authorities, we continue to emphasize the need to address the issue of high youth unemployment and the need for their absorption, initially by the public sector.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“Parliament engaged in a consultation process that incorporated a range of actors, including other State institutions, civil society, religious leaders and victims' organizations. Unfortunately, on 29 September Parliament postponed the debate, and I hope that all parliamentary benches will come to the consensus necessary to expedite further consideration of the bills. These drafts are important because of their substance and because of the process that guided their development. Parliament made efforts to ensure that the wide range of views was taken into account, holding public hearings with groups including other State institutions, religious faiths, victims' organizations, human rights organizations, community representatives and other civil society organizations.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“Reske-Nielsen, that he had asked the Chief of the Defence Forces to take action on this matter. There have been a number of positive developments related to gender mainstreaming during the reporting period. Most notably, on 28 June, Maria Helena Pires - who has been playing an important role in women's empowerment in Timor-Leste - was elected as one of 23 experts to serve on the United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women. On 21 September, the plenary of Parliament began consideration of the draft laws on reparations and on the institution to follow up on the work of the Commission of Reception, Truth and Reconciliation and the Truth and Friendship Commission.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“I expressed this concern to the President with regard to his decision to commute the sentences of those convicted for involvement in the 11 February 2008 attacks against him and the Prime Minister, and of the three soldiers of the Falintil-Forcas de Defesa de Timor-Leste (F-FDTL) convicted of homicide and attempted homicide in the shooting deaths of eight PNTL officers in 2006. The President acted within his constitutional prerogatives and consulted widely on this decision. However, I hope that future such decisions will be guided by the need to bolster the public's confidence in a system that ensures accountability for criminal acts. Also, I am troubled that, as of 15 October, the three F-FDTL soldiers appeared to have resumed work, although I am encouraged by the President's assurance in a meeting on 18 October with my Deputy, Mr.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“The challenge lies in ensuring that the Strategic Plan's implementation is effective and contributes to public confidence in the justice sector. Similarly, while the adoption of the law against domestic violence was a major milestone, the United Nations system is supporting efforts to ensure, in a coordinated manner, that the public, in particular rural populations, understands the legislation and that State institutions increase their capacity to implement it. Public confidence in the State's willingness to support the rule of law and human rights can be adversely affected if the public perceives that individuals involved in high-profile cases are given favoured treatment.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“Improvement of their capacities will increase the PNTL's ability to maintain public security after the withdrawal of UNMIT. There has been steady progress in strengthening the justice sector. One sign of this is that the transition of international legal actors from line functions to advisory roles is gaining pace, with the number of national actors in the sector now increased to 49, including 18 women. A case management system for the Office of the Prosecutor-General is expected to go live by the end of this month, and the downward trend ofpending cases in the Office continues. The Justice Sector Strategic Plan for Timor-Leste provides an instrument to guide and coordinate the work of justice sector institutions.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“Those national elections will be the first significant test of the PNTL's ability to provide security around a large and multifaceted event. Bearing that in mind, it is advisable to maintain a robust presence of UNMIT police and UNMIT formed police units of about 800 and 490 respectively, through the crucial period of national elections. In the meantime, UNMIT police will focus on the capacity- development of the PNTL specialized units that will eventually fully assume the role of UNMIT formed police units. This includes the prioritization of training for new officers, whose recruitment is projected to address personnel shortages in units such as Border Patrol and Close Protection. Emphasis will also be placed on basic and advanced training for the Special Operations Company and the newly established Weapons and Explosives Unit.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“This slow action with regard to uncertified PNTL officers is detrimental to the overall integrity of the police service over the long term and requires expeditious remedy. Meanwhile, overall action plans have been developed to prepare Dili district for resumption. Close collaboration between the PNTL and its UNMIT police colleagues on their implementation will help the district meet the mutually agreed criteria for 3 resumption before the next assessment of the joint technical team. This next assessment could take place before the end of the year, depending on the district's readiness. During this reporting period, the Government clarified that municipal elections would not take place until after national elections, currently projected to take place by mid-2012.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“One concern arising from the resumption process is that the number of uncertified PNTL officers remains high, at 202, and many have been transferred to Dili district. We have urged the Government to process these cases in order to conclude the certification process. The Government has informed UNMIT that it has created a mechanism within the Secretariat of State for Security, which has assumed the functions of the Evaluation Panel, and that this new mechanism would complete sorting out all the outstanding certification cases into two categories of discipline and criminal tracks by the end of the year. So far, this mechanism has yet to take any action on non-certified officers.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“I encourage police- contributing countries to provide officers who meet these new profiles and can effectively transfer skills to their PNTL counterparts. Applications for 19 civilian posts to work with the PNTL as mentors and trainers are also currently being assessed. Meanwhile, capacity-building continues under the coordination of the PNTL Police Training Centre in areas such as equipment maintenance, vehicle fleet management, and basic and specialized police training. The Government has stated that the 2011 State budget, due to be presented to Parliament by 15 November, will include significant allocations to address outstanding logistical needs of the PNTL, including additional vehicles, communications equipment and generators.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“Since the closing date of the report, the PNTL resumed primary policing responsibilities in Aileu district on 21 September, Manufahi district on 27 September, and in the Interpol Office, the Immigration Department and the Border Patrol Unit on 28 September. Resumption is pending in only three 10-59199 districts and six units, with Dili remaining perhaps the most challenging area, and I will speak on that in a moment. With the sustained momentum of the jointly owned resumption process, the Government and UNMIT are working in close cooperation on strategies to guide the post-resumption challenges of continued PNTL capacity-building and institutional strengthening. UNMIT police created five new position profiles, tailored to reflect a growing focus on their role as mentors and trainers.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“The National Police Force of Timor-Leste (PNTL) and UNMIT police deserve much of the credit for the current security and stability of the country. Good cooperation with the international security forces from Australia and New Zealand continues. I am pleased to note that there has been no significant change in the security situation in those districts where the PNTL has resumed primary policing responsibilities. I would like to highlight the fact that Liquica, where the PNTL resumed primary policing responsibilities on 7 September, is led by the first woman PNTL district commander. This, I hope, signals increasing opportunities for women to advance within the PNTL.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“Future such initiatives will have increasing opportunities for women and younger leaders to participate. Similarly, the Prime Minister has reached out to the entire population on the draft Strategic Development Plan, conducting a series of visits over many months to each of the country's 65 subdistricts. Given the Plan's long-term nature, it is important that it reflect the aspirations of all the people in Timor- Leste. I look forward to the Government's continued engagement with all relevant actors on the Plan. I also congratulate the Governments of Indonesia and Timor-Leste for reaching an agreement on border- crossing authorization cards. The presence of the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Indonesia, Marty Natalegawa, at the inauguration ceremony indicated the existing goodwill between the two countries.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“However, their implementation and sustaining momentum in efforts to tackle systemic, institutional and political fragilities are the challenges currently faced by Timor-Leste. 10-59199 I am pleased to note that the national leaders of Timor-Leste continue efforts to ensure inclusive consultation and dialogue on these long-term efforts. In that regard, I would highlight the retreat involving seven national leaders organized by the Catholic Church on 21 and 22 August to discuss current challenges facing the country, including sustainable development, and to nurture and support a new generation of future leaders. I understand that this initiative will continue, and I encourage participants to continue their mutual engagement in this and other national forums.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“This can be observed in the political debate, which has generally moved beyond backward- looking discussions on how to move past the events of 2006, to forward-looking discussions on how to build on the gains made and ensure the future prosperity and stability of Timor-Leste. This trend, thus far, has not been much affected by the resignation of Deputy Prime Minister Mario Carrascalao or the indictments recently prepared against two members of the Cabinet. Many plans, strategies and institutions have been developed with a longer-term focus in mind. These include the Anti-Corruption Commission, the Justice Sector Strategic Plan for Timor-Leste, the package of national security laws and the draft Strategic Development Plan. These are critical initial steps on the road ahead.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“Ms. Haq: Thank you, Mr. President, for the opportunity to introduce the report of the Secretary- General (S/2010/522) on the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT), covering the period from 21 January to 20 September 2010. At the outset, I would like to pay special tribute to Mr. Takahisa Kawakami, Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Security Sector Support and Rule of Law and my dear colleague and friend, who passed away last March in Dili. He made an important contribution in advancing the causes of peace and stability in Timor-Leste. As the report notes, the security and political situation continues to be stable, allowing State institutions the space to focus on the country's longer- term challenges.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“30 I would like to assure all members of the Council that we will continue our good offices with the Government and with all other relevant stakeholders. We will also continue to coordinate with international partners as we pursue the Mission's mandate to address the priority areas. I would once again like to thank all the members of the Council and all the speakers for their support and guidance this morning.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“Also in that context, the support expressed by everyone with regard to the institutional development of the PNTL - including ensuring that we get the required technical expertise for a sufficient number of trainers - is something that we will take on board very seriously. Issues were also raised concerning the delineation of the roles and responsibilities of the PNTL and the Falintil-Forcas de Defesa de Timor- Leste. Many speakers also raised issues about impunity and accountability for past crimes. We heard very clearly from the Deputy Prime Minister about the Government's position on that. Lastly, many speakers highlighted the need to ensure that socio-economic development and policies provide for the employment of the growing number of young people in the population.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“Many speakers have highlighted that the four objectives of UNMIT's medium-term strategy and their related benchmarks remain critical to addressing the challenges that gave rise to the mandate and to providing a solid foundation for achieving sustainable stability. A number of speakers raised concerns about the resumption of responsibilities by the Policia Nacional de Timor-Leste (PNTL). I would just like to say that the Mission's leadership has openly and constructively raised issues with the authorities of Timor-Leste and will continue to do so. We are confident that we will continue to address them together. In that context, while we know that we all aim towards the goal of completing resumption by the end of 2010, I want to reassure the Council that that is not a deadline but a goal.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“Ms. Haq: I would just like to take this opportunity to thank all the speakers here for their supportive and encouraging statements about the good work done by the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT). I also take this opportunity to thank Deputy Prime Minister Jose Luis Guterres for his kind remarks. I want to express my appreciation to everyone who has clearly supported an extension of the mandate of UNMIT for a period of 12 months, and those who have expressed agreement with the Secretary-General's views that any major restructuring of UNMIT at this stage would be premature and that the United Nations should maintain the integrated support provided through the Mission in all the major areas of its mandate.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“Before I conclude, let me thank the Deputy Special Representatives of the Secretary-General, Finn Reske-Nielsen and Takahisa Kawakami, as well as all the staff of UNMIT and the United Nations country team who have been so steadfast in their support of efforts to assist Timor-Leste. Most importantly, let me also express my admiration for the determination and will of the Timorese people who continue to strive for a peaceful and better future for their country. I look forward to receiving the guidance of the Security Council and hope that it will renew its commitment to the people of Timor-Leste.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“Keeping in mind the priorities identified by the assessment mission for the 2010-2012 period in each of UNMIT's mandated priority areas, adjustments and refinements to the United Nations approach will inevitably need to be made in order to take into account changing and evolving conditions on the ground. In the coming days and weeks, I will work closely with the Government and other relevant national stakeholders, the United Nations country team and international partners to develop proposals for the reconfiguration of the mission through 2012, subject, of course, to the Security Council's agreement that such a presence is necessary. This will include a gradual drawdown of UNMIT police, which, as the report notes, should be approached cautiously and be subject to an assessment in late 2010.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“Although the President acted within his constitutional prerogatives, I discussed with him concerns that the pardons issued on 25 December 2009 could exacerbate perceptions of impunity. I would also like to reiterate that the four F-FDTL members convicted of manslaughter in the shooting deaths of eight PNTL officers in 2006, one of whom was pardoned and three of whom received sentence reductions, have yet to pay the court-ordered compensation to the victims' widows. I would like to recall that the report of the Secretary-General and the technical assessment mission highlighted the broad desire of the Timorese leaders and other national stakeholders across the 10-24861 board for a continued UNMIT presence, concentrating on the four mandated priority areas, through the crucial period up to 2012.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“The rule of law with due respect for human rights requires commitment to accountability and judicial independence. On 15 February, two additional defendants charged in relation to violence that occurred during the 2006 crisis were found guilty of violence against persons and property and illegal use of firearms, ammunition and explosives. One was sentenced to imprisonment for eight years and the other to six years and six months. This is another step forward in judicial processes towards fulfilment of the recommendations of the Independent Special Commission of Inquiry. In my meetings with Timorese authorities, I continue to reiterate the United Nations position that there can be no amnesty or impunity for serious crimes such as genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“Also, significant efforts by Government and Parliament in such areas as gender-responsive budgeting will require continued and intensified commitment in order to ensure the empowerment and meaningful participation of women in all sectors of society. I also note that more than 60 per cent of the population is under the age of 25 and that 48 per cent is below the age of 17. This is a potential asset for the future of the country. However, with an estimated 15,000 to 20,000 new entrants in the labour market every year, and with the current unemployment rate of 18.4 per cent among young people nationwide, the lack of employment opportunities is also a serious challenge to sustaining economic growth and human development and, I might caution, will have serious security consequences if not adequately addressed.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“I look forward to early consultation by the Government with relevant stakeholders on the proposed Plan and its finalization, as it will be critically important for there to be alignment between the Plan and national budget allocations, as well as for assistance strategies of international partners to take it into account. In my visits outside the capital, local community members expressed their desire that development efforts should more effectively reach rural areas. Timorese leaders themselves have expressed similar concerns, and it is essential that the Government redouble its efforts to ensure that development benefits are felt equally in 10-2486] rural and urban areas. This will entail appropriate budgetary allocations to the social services sectors and the strengthening and decentralization of line ministries.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“It will thus be important for the package of national security legislation under consideration by Parliament and the related subsidiary legislation to be adopted - as well as the national security policy under preparation - to adequately address these issues. Perhaps the greatest long-term challenges for Timor-Leste will be socio-economic. I am pleased to note that the Government demonstrated its renewed commitment to the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and coherent, transparent, coordinated and truly Timorese-owned planning processes. On 26 January, the National MDG Steering Committee held its first meeting, chaired by the Minister of Finance. The Prime Minister is currently leading preparation of the medium to long-term National Strategic Development Plan.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“As recommended by the technical assessment mission and stressed by the Secretary- General in the report, where specialized personnel cannot be provided by police-contributing countries or where continuity in functions is particularly important, consideration should be given to seeking additional civilian personnel with required expertise to assist. Regarding the overall security sector, the clear definition and delineation of roles and responsibilities of the PNTL and the Falintil-Forcas de Defesa de Timor-Leste (F-FDTL), and the strengthening of civilian oversight and management capacities, are particularly critical outstanding issues.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“As the resumption process progresses and UNMIT police increasingly need to focus on the institutional development of the PNTL, the difficulties springing from the lack of sufficient numbers of specialized police trainers and advisers are likely to become even more acute. In this connection, I appeal to police-contributing countries to consider this carefully and to make every effort to provide police officers with the necessary technical skills and competencies, as well as the training background required for effective skills transfer. This will be a major area of focus for UNMIT but will need to be a collective undertaking for the United Nations and contributors alike.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“This includes supporting further skills development for the PNTL in critical areas such as the appropriate use of force, community policing and criminal investigations. PNTL accountability mechanisms must also continue to be improved to avoid impunity for acts of misconduct. Appropriate disciplinary and criminal investigations have been initiated in recent incidents of alleged abuse by the PNTL in Dili. Encouragingly, the Timorese leadership and the President of Parliament have expressed concern and specifically asked for reinforced UNMIT support to the PNTL Department of Justice, which is the unit responsible for disciplinary investigations.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“With this momentum sustained and with both UNMIT and the Government continuing their concentrated efforts to meet the mutually agreed criteria and to ensure the integrity of the certification process, there is a strong possibility that the resumption process can be completed by the end of 2010. In this regard, I would note that the report of the Secretary- General particularly focuses on the need for the Government to address PNTL logistical challenges. I am determined to move this resumption process forward, in close cooperation with the Government of Timor-Leste, including in the context of the team that will be planning the downsizing of UNMIT during the period through 2012. Reconfiguring and reorienting the UNMIT police component towards post-resumption challenges will be one of my main priorities.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“3 I have just received assessment reports on the districts of Dili and Ermera and the Special Police Unit from the joint technical team consisting of civilian and police representatives from the Government and UNMIT. The team concluded that Dili and the Special Police Unit do not yet meet the criteria for resumption and require further measures to strengthen capacities, while Ermera has met the criteria. As per the usual practice, action plans for Dili and the Special Police Unit will be developed and implemented to prepare them for resumption. In the meantime, resumption maintains its momentum. All of the districts have been assessed and the PNTL has resumed primary policing responsibilities in four districts and three units, with resumption in two additional districts, Baucau and Ainaro, scheduled for March.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“The various initiatives that support his "Dili, City of Peace" campaign are an admirable reflection of his proactive efforts to establish a stable and peaceful democracy. It is also encouraging that recent statements by F RETILIN have committed the party to ensuring peace and stability. Long-term security and stability depend on the development of a national police force that is professional and impartial and operates with due respect for the rule of law and human rights. The jointly owned process of resumption of primary policing responsibilities by the Policia Nacional de Timor-Leste (PNTL) will require continued concentrated efforts to ensure that it provides the necessary foundation for longer-term institution-building efforts. The need for such a foundation informed the development of the mutually agreed criteria for resumption.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“Another major governance initiative is the possible formation of municipalities, and we await clarification by the Timorese authorities of their plans for municipal elections. While all political leaders with whom I have interacted expect that these elections will be highly contested, it is hoped that they will be conducted in the same peaceful manner as the village (suco) elections. President Ramos-Horta continued his important efforts to facilitate and encourage mutual engagement among leaders on issues of national importance. He has informed me that his joint meetings with the Prime Minister and the Secretary-General of FRETILIN will be held regularly. The efforts of the President also extend down to the community, as he meets regularly with people at the grass-roots level in Dili and the districts.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“Political leaders have shown real willingness to work across party lines to address issues of national 10-24861 importance. For example, on 1 February, after several months of stalemate, Parliament was able to select the Chairman of the Anti-Corruption Commission, who was sworn in on 22 February. This was possible in large part because of the leadership of Prime Minister Gusmao and all political parties represented in Parliament, who demonstrated their willingness to move forward on a priority national issue. Now that the leadership has shown the political commitment necessary to allow the establishment of the Anti-Corruption Commission to move forward, it is essential to focus on the building of that institution, as well as many others, in order to increase accountability, transparency and good governance.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“These include, among many others, the Ministry of Social Solidarity, the electoral management bodies and the Banking and Payments Authority of Timor-Leste. This demonstrates that, given such commitment and with continued stability and targeted and coordinated international assistance, other institutions can also overcome the fragilities and challenges mentioned in the Secretary-General's report. Democratic processes are maturing. Needless to say, political parties have their differences, as they do in any multiparty democracy. However, events over the reporting period demonstrate renewed commitment to expressing these views in a manner that does not undermine the process of interactive dialogue, which is essential to proceed with recovery from the 2006 crisis.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“Timor-Leste, under the stewardship of its national leaders, is now working to consolidate the gains of the past and to ensure a smooth transition to the recovery and development phase. This will require continued efforts on the part of the Timorese, as well as the continued support of the international community. The problems arising from the 2006 crisis were considerable, but the long-term challenges ahead may prove to be even more difficult to address. It is important to note that many State institutions have demonstrated increasing capacity, which has been bolstered by better security and stability, the assistance of the United Nations and other members of the international community and, most importantly, the commitment of the staff of those institutions.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“10-2486] Although I have been Special Representative for only about six weeks, it is evident that remarkable progress has been made since the events of 2006, which led to the establishment of UNMIT. There is a vibrant civic life, with active commercial areas in Dili and other urban centres. Crime rates remain low and have shown a decreasing trend over the past year, with an average of 87 security incidents reported weekly to police during the period from 24 September 2009 to 20 January 2010, down from an average of 118 incidents reported weekly to police in the period from 9 July 2008 to 20 January 2009. Timor-Leste has reached a new stage, Where there is an intensified focus on measures needed to sustain stability, deepen democracy and the rule of law, reduce poverty and strengthen institutions.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“I am pleased to acknowledge the presence today of the Deputy Prime Minister of Timor-Leste, His Excellency Jose' Luis Guterres. I would also like to express my appreciation to President Jose Ramos- Horta, President of the National Parliament Fernando "Lasama" de Araujo, Prime Minister Kay Rala Xanana Gusmao and the leader of the Frente Revolucionaria do Timor-Leste Independente (FRETILIN) opposition, Mari Alkatiri, for their warm reception and agreement to continue regular discussions with me on a weekly basis. I have also received warm welcomes from the Council of Ministers and various segments of Timor- Leste's population, including from civil society and representatives of the church and local communities in the districts of Dili, Lautem, Baucau and Oecusse, which I have visited over the past weeks.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“Ms. Haq: Thank you, Mr. President, for the opportunity to introduce the report of the Secretary- General (S/2010/85) on the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT), in my first appearance before the Security Council as the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Timor- Leste. A substantial portion of the report is dedicated to the findings and recommendations of the technical assessment mission, which visited Timor-Leste from 10 to 17 January and worked jointly with me and other members of the UNMIT leadership, as well as the United Nations country team. The assessment mission engaged in extensive consultations with the Timor- Leste authorities and other stakeholders across the political spectrum, including the opposition and civil society.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source