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Haraguchi

lines on the record: 347
first: 2002-10-04
most recent: 2004-12-17
sittings or episodes: 51
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“3) This is indeed a clear demonstration of the commitment of the parties concerned, as well as the efforts of UNPOB to achieve disarmament. We hope that the process will proceed quickly so that stage II will be completed in all parts of Bougainville well before the expiration of UNPOB's mandate at the end of this year. The peace and stability of the Pacific region, including Bougainville, are of profound interest to Japan. In an effort to promote peace-building in Bougainville, Japan has provided several four-wheel- drive vehicles for the promotion of peace activities to improve access to rural areas for those engaged in the weapons disposal project. Japan also financed a United Nations fact-finding mission that was dispatched last year in connection with this project.”
2003-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4728 (2003) · source
“Thank you very much, Sir, for convening today's meeting in an open format. I would also like to express my appreciation to Mr. Danilo Turk for the information he has just provided, based on the report in front of us. Since the Bougainville Peace Agreement was signed in August 2001, the United Nations and its Political Office in Bougainville (UNPOB) have been playing a very important role in the peace process, particularly by promoting the collection of weapons. The Government of Japan commends UNPOB for its valuable contributions to this effort. Japan is especially pleased to note from the report that "at the end of February 2003, 80.2 per cent of Bougainville had reached stage II, and two districts had fully completed the process of disarmament". (S/2003/345, para.”
2003-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4728 (2003) · source
“Japan strongly hopes that the international community will focus on the tasks that lie ahead and that the United Nations, including the Security Council, will be united in its efforts to restore peace and stability in Iraq and the surrounding region. Japan, for its part, will contribute actively to ensuring that the United Nations carries out the primary functions expected of it so that solutions can be found to the various challenges facing the international community.”
2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source
“Specifically, it has announced assistance to be provided through international organizations, at $5.03 million; assistance through Japanese non-governmental organizations, at $3.3 million; assistance through the Japan International Cooperation Agency aimed at strengthening the emergency medical care system; and humanitarian emergency personnel and material assistance based on Japan's international peace cooperation law. Japan has also decided to extend $100 million in grant aid to Jordan and $4.2 million in food aid to Palestinian refugees through the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East. Moreover, Japan will strengthen its efforts to achieve peace in the Middle East and will promote measures such as dialogue and exchanges with the Islamic world.”
2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source
“Toward that end, it is important that the international community cooperates in supporting the rehabilitation and reconstruction of Iraq. Japan, for its part, will address that issue actively. Japan is deeply aware that anxiety about the future of the Middle East is mounting because of the military actions being taken against Iraq. Now is the time for Japan to undertake further efforts on behalf of peace and stability in the region. In accordance with that basic policy, Japan has decided to provide humanitarian assistance, including aid for refugees and assistance for neighbouring countries, totalling approximately $112.53 million.”
2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source
“In no situation is it easy to make a decision to support the use of force. It goes without saying that the best way would be for weapons of mass destruction to be dismantled without armed conflict. However, in a situation where that is impossible, Japan has come to the conclusion that, as a responsible member of the international community, it supports the actions taken by the United States and its coalition partners. It is Japan's heartfelt hope that the combat will be concluded at the earliest possible time, with the minimum casualties, and that the threat posed by Iraq to the international community will be removed. We also find it essential that Iraq be rebuilt as soon as possible and that its people be enabled to live peacefully in a free and prosperous society.”
2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source
“It is regrettable that the Security Council ultimately could not reach a common view and thus failed to stand united. However, we could not leave this problem unresolved forever. That is because, in the course of 12 years, Iraq has time and again violated 17 Security Council resolutions. Although the international community gave it repeated opportunities for a peaceful solution, Iraq made no effort to seize such opportunities and repeatedly violated Security Council resolutions. It also failed to take the final opportunity afforded by resolution 1441 (2002) and, to the very end, refused to respond to the earnest efforts of the international community. Although it was clear that Iraq alone held the key to peace, it closed the way to peace through its own actions. Iraq did not demonstrate that it was fundamentally changing its attitude.”
2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source
“Thank you, Sir, for convening today's meeting. Japan has consistently sought a peaceful solution to the problem of Iraq's weapons of mass destruction through international coordination and has exerted its own diplomatic efforts, including the dispatch of the Prime Minister's Special Envoy to Iraq. Weapons of mass destruction are terrible weapons that indiscriminately kill and maim civilians in large numbers. We must seriously consider the situation in which such inhumane weapons are in the hands of a dictator who represses his own people. In today's world, the question of whether or not one possesses weapons of mass destruction is not something that can be left unanswered. Japan has stressed that the Security Council must act in unity and fulfil its responsibility for the peace and security of the world.”
2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source
“Japan has therefore expressed its support for this draft resolution. Iraq should take seriously the fact that it is being pressed to decide whether or not to take this final opportunity. At this moment, consultations among the members of the Security Council and other countries are continuing in earnest. If a new draft resolution is not adopted and the international community is divided, not only will it benefit Iraq, but it will also raise grave doubts as to the authority and effectiveness of the United Nations. The Government of Japan hopes that the Security Council will be united, demonstrate clear and resolute judgment, and fulfil its responsibility for international peace and security.”
2003-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717Resumption1 (2003) · source
“The Government of Japan recently dispatched the Prime Minister's Special Envoy to Iraq and urged the Iraqi Government to take this final opportunity and disarm, but Iraq's response was insufficient. Nor has there been a fundamental change in Iraq's attitude since then. We consider it necessary for the international community clearly to demonstrate to Iraq its determined attitude and to apply further pressure in order to make Iraq cooperate with the inspections immediately, fully, unconditionally and proactively, and comply with its disarmament obligations. The revised draft resolution proposed by Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States on 7 March represents a truly final effort to maintain international solidarity, to place the consolidated pressure of the international community on Iraq, and to lead Iraq to disarm voluntarily.”
2003-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717Resumption1 (2003) · source
“I wish to thank you, Mr. President, for convening today's meeting. I Wish also to express my appreciation to Executive Chairman Blix and to Director General ElBaradei for their reports to the Council on 7 March. Based on their reports, Japan considers that, even though some progress has been observed recently, Iraqi cooperation is still insufficient and limited, despite the ever-stronger pressure from the international community. We think that there is a common recognition in this regard among the international community, including on the part of the members of the Security Council. The peaceful solution which the international community, including Japan, is hoping for hinges on whether or not Iraq changes its attitude drastically and takes the final opportunity it has been given.”
2003-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717Resumption1 (2003) · source
“So long as the leaders of Timor-Leste make such earnest efforts on their own, it is incumbent upon the international community to continue to assist them. The Government of Japan, for its part, is determined to continue to extend as much assistance as it can to the consolidation of peace in Timor-Leste.”
2003-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4715 (2003) · source
“My Government fully supports the recommendation that UNMISET should promote better relations with the people of Timor-Leste and greater public information capabilities in order to enhance understanding of the military component's role and to counter potential misinformation campaigns. In this context, I wish to note that the Japanese engineering unit has endeavoured to establish good relations with the Timorese people through various civil assistance efforts, public information events and training for the local population. We will continue such efforts. Lastly, I would like to stress that, as the Secretary-General has rightly pointed out, lasting stability depends on the strong political commitment of the Timor-Leste leadership to the rule of law and on its continuing efforts to strengthen governance.”
2003-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4715 (2003) · source
“Such differences seem to arise from the disparate assessments of the recent incidents and the security situation in the border area, as well as the possible roles that the Timorese defence force may play. If the downsizing plan is to be modified as proposed, troop-contributing countries will have to adjust their deployment schedule. This will not be an easy task, and it will require a considerable amount of time and effort on their part. Should the international involvement in the field be prolonged longer than necessary, it would not only be undesirable for the international community, but could also impede the self-reliance of Timor-Leste. My Government hopes that an early decision which takes these factors into consideration will be made in a manner acceptable to all concerned.”
2003-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4715 (2003) · source
“As for the observations and proposals contained in the special report of the Secretary-General, my Government shares his assessment that the Timorese police force still lacks the capacity to cope effectively with civil disturbances or incidents by armed groups of such magnitude as recently erupted in Timor-Leste. We therefore consider it desirable to take special measures in the police sector, and we support the proposals for enhancing the international civilian police presence and for increasing assistance to the Timorese police force. On the other hand, there are apparently different views among the Governments concerned on the proposed measures relating to the military component of UNMISET.”
2003-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4715 (2003) · source
“It is important that we continue to make steady efforts towards the successful completion of UNMISET's mandate by June of next year, as scheduled. The Government of Japan is concerned, however, as is the Secretary-General, over some changes we have come to witness in the internal security situation in Timor-Leste since November and December last. We also recognize the need, in general, to adjust the configuration of the peacekeeping mission to changes in the security environment, both for the successful achievement of its mandate and for the safety and security of the peacekeepers.”
2003-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4715 (2003) · source
“Mr. President, I would like to thank you for convening this meeting on the situation in Timor-Leste. I would like also to thank Under-Secretary-General J can-Marie Guehenno for his introduction of the special report of the Secretary- General. Let me join previous speakers in expressing my sincere condolences to the families of the five peacekeepers from the Republic of Korea who lost their precious lives last week in the course of their service to the cause of peace in Timor-Leste. I will focus my statement today on the question of the adjustment to the downsizing plan for the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET). Up to now, international involvement in Timor-Leste has been a success story. A great deal of effort has been expended, and much has been achieved in keeping the peace and building the nation.”
2003-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4715 (2003) · source
“For that, I would like to reiterate our appreciation to Ambassador Jeremy Greenstock, Chairman of the CTC, and other members of the Bureau. But the fight against terrorism, especially international terrorism, is by no means complete. Much more needs to be done. I trust that, under the new leadership of Ambassador Inocencio Arias, the Committee will continue its highly effective efforts to combat terrorism.”
2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source
“From this viewpoint, Japan strongly endorses the sixth work programme of the CTC and its intention to expand and deepen its contacts with these organizations. It goes without saying that global efforts must be well coordinated to avoid any duplication of work. We believe that the dialogue between the CTC and these organizations, which has already begun, will greatly contribute to such coordination. The special meeting with representatives of international, regional and subregional organizations, to be held next month, will be an important occasion for both the CTC and other relevant international organizations to assess their respective contributions to combat terrorism and explore ways of improving coordination. In its 17 months of work, the CTC has made remarkable progress in implementing resolution 1373 (2001).”
2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source
“In addition, my country is planning to receive 30 trainees each year for the next five years, for a total of 150 trainees, with a view to enhancing the crisis- and consequence-management capacity of their respective countries in the event of a chemical, biological, radioactive or nuclear terrorist attack. Japan is also planning to hold a seminar to encourage accession to counter-terrorism-related international conventions, to which it will invite officials from Asian countries. Every member of the international community must actively take part in the global combat against terrorism. We have to mobilize the resources available, including the expertise of all relevant international, regional and subregional organizations.”
2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source
“Capacity-building efforts in developing countries to strengthen their counter-terrorism measures are also vital. We appreciate very much the work done by the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC) to that end. Japan, for its part, attaches particular importance to such efforts in the Asian region and has been holding seminars and training courses for developing countries, mainly in Asia, in the following six areas: immigration, aviation security, customs cooperation, export control, law-enforcement cooperation and anti-terrorist financing. It received 220 officials in fiscal year 2001, and approximately 250 in fiscal year 2002, for training in these six areas.”
2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source
“International terrorism is thus a new and grave threat to international peace and security in the twenty-first century and demands resolute and concerted action by the international community. The existing global cooperative mechanism and international rules must be strengthened. In the global fight against terrorism, Japan considers the following three objectives to be of particular importance: first, denying terrorist groups safe haven; secondly, denying terrorist groups the means to conduct terrorism; and thirdly, eliminating vulnerability to terrorism. In order to achieve these objectives, cooperative relations and networks among countries must be built in a wide range of areas, including not only military organizations but also law- enforcement agencies and intelligence organizations.”
2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source
“Efforts must be urgently made in order to implement ongoing counter-terrorism measures even more effectively. At the same time, I would like to add that it is also important to make honest efforts to analyse the root causes of terrorism and to try to redress them. In the past, terrorist activities generally targeted certain regions, but, with the spread of globalization and with advances in science and technology, terrorists now have a more global reach, with greater destructive and lethal capacities, as we witnessed in the 11 September attacks and in the bombing incident in Bali. The situation would become even more dangerous if terrorists were to have access to weapons of mass destruction. Traditional means of deterrence cannot adequately address the threat of international terrorism.”
2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source
“I wish to thank you, Mr. President, for convening this meeting to follow up the ministerial-level meeting held on 20 January on combating international terrorism. In a democracy, people express their views freely, and differences of views are resolved peacefully through the ballot. Terrorists, on the other hand, seek to realize their objectives violently, through bullets. Terrorists try to justify themselves by insisting that they are denied democratic means and have no other recourse but terror to realize their goals. But acts of terrorism cannot be justified under any circumstances. All too often, it is the innocent who are the victims of terrorist acts. Such acts must be strongly rejected and condemned. But simple condemnation is not sufficient to protect democratic systems and ensure security.”
2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source
“Japan sincerely hopes that the Council will be united and that it will take effective action to fulfil its responsibilities for international peace and security.”
2003-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4709 (2003) · source
“If the Security Council fails to act in unity, it will not only damage the credibility of the United Nations but also send the wrong message to Iraq. It would also lead to an ongoing threat, throughout the world, of terror by weapons of mass destruction. The Government of Japan attaches great importance to international cooperation. Based on the fact that Iraq is not fully cooperating or fully discharging its obligations, we consider it desirable that the Security Council adopt a new resolution that clearly demonstrates the determined attitude of the international community. The Council should strive to adopt such a resolution. Diplomatic efforts have been made for 12 long years; Iraq now has very limited time.”
2003-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4709 (2003) · source
“It should be stressed, however, that the root of the problem is whether Iraq will radically change its attitude, cooperate immediately, proactively and without conditions and eliminate its weapons of mass destruction, in accordance with the relevant Security Council resolutions. In his report to the Council on 14 February, Mr. Blix reaffirmed that Iraq's response thus far has been inadequate. Therefore, even if the inspections are continued and strengthened, they will hardly lead to the elimination of its weapons of mass destruction unless Iraq fundamentally changes its attitude of cooperating only passively. There is serious doubt as to the effectiveness of continued inspections. In our view, it is crucial now that the international community remain united and that it continue to put strong pressure on Iraq.”
2003-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4709 (2003) · source
“Based on the deliberations of the Security Council to date, as well as on the intelligence briefing by United States Secretary of State Powell, on 5 February and on the reports by the weapons inspectors on 14 February, we cannot help but conclude that the declaration submitted by Iraq in response to resolution 1441 (2002) was neither complete nor accurate and that Iraq is not fully and proactively cooperating with the resumed inspections. To the best of our knowledge, only Iraq - no other Member State - has expressed the view in the Council that it has been cooperating fully and proactively. We are aware that, in countries around the world, there is strong opposition to war. We share the desire to resolve this issue peacefully.”
2003-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4709 (2003) · source
“In order to resolve this issue peacefully, Japan has been making its own diplomatic efforts, including by urging Iraq proactively to dispel every suspicion, to abide by all relevant Security Council resolutions and to abandon its weapons of mass destruction. While resolution 1441 (2002), which was adopted unanimously by the Security Council, affirmed that Iraq was in material breach of the relevant Security Council resolutions, including resolution 687 (1991), through which Iraq committed to eliminate its weapons of mass destruction, it also provided Iraq with a final opportunity to comply with its obligations. Japan hopes - as do all countries - that this issue will be resolved peacefully, but it is important to stress that that depends upon Iraq's attitude.”
2003-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4709 (2003) · source
“I wish to thank you very much, Mr. President, for convening today's meeting. I would also like to express my appreciation to Mr. Hans Blix and to Mr. Mohamed ElBaradei for their reports to the Council this past Friday. The issue of Iraq's weapons of mass destruction represents a threat to international peace and security. It is a matter of serious concern not only for certain specific countries but also for the entire international community. Underlying our concerns is the fact that in the past, Iraq has actually used chemical weapons and that, over the course of the past 12 years, it has challenged the authority and credibility of the United Nations by continuing to disregard its obligations under numerous resolutions of the Security Council.”
2003-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4709 (2003) · source
“Japan would like to request the Secretary- General to proceed with the implementation of UNMISET's downsizing plan while evaluating the evolving situation in the field carefully. In so doing, he should continue to consult closely with troop- contributing countries.”
2002-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4646Resumption1 (2002) · source
“I wish to add that the Government of Japan appreciates the activities of the Commission for Reception, Truth and Reconciliation of Timor-Leste in fostering reconciliation between former pro- independence groups and former pro-integration groups, and has contributed $530,000 to the Commission. National reconciliation is of crucial importance for the future of the country, and we will continue to provide assistance in that area. We welcome the steady progress that UNMISET has made in implementing the mandates entrusted to it by the Security Council in resolution 1410 (2002). That progress has enabled it to meet the timetables set by the Secretary-General in his previous reports. I am informed that the engineering unit dispatched by Japan is working effectively in cooperation with the people of Timor-Leste.”
2002-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4646Resumption1 (2002) · source
“Based upon the deliberations at that meeting, the following day Japan and Timor-Leste held an inter- governmental policy consultation on economic cooperation. During that consultation, Japan expressed its intention to continue providing assistance, with an emphasis on human resources development, agriculture, infrastructure, and peace-building. Furthermore, from the viewpoint of enhancing human security, the Government of Japan is contributing approximately $6 million in the areas of agriculture and community reconstruction through the Trust Fund for Human Security.”
2002-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4646Resumption1 (2002) · source
“As long as they continue to make such earnest efforts on their own behalf, it is incumbent upon the international community to continue to assist them, thereby consolidating the achievements that have been realized through assistance extended in the past. Japan, for its part, has been the largest donor of assistance to Timor-Leste, and intends to continue providing such assistance to the fullest extent possible for self-sustainable nation-building. At the donor conference last May we pledged a contribution of up to $60 million for the coming three years. Japan hopes to make use of bilateral cooperation to realize this contribution, and to this end met with international and non-governmental organizations in Dili on 5 and 6 November to discuss future Japanese assistance for Timor-Leste.”
2002-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4646Resumption1 (2002) · source
“On the other hand, the country still faces a number of challenges, including the building of a self-sustainable nation, resolution of refugee issues, national reconciliation, and the strengthening of relations with neighbouring States, as described in the Secretary-General's report. It is said that heaven helps those who help themselves; Timor-Leste is no exception. In the nation- building process, the endeavours of the people of Timor-Leste are of primary importance. It is first of all necessary that they work towards reconstruction and development while promoting national reconciliation so that united efforts for the construction of a self- reliant nation are possible.”
2002-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4646Resumption1 (2002) · source
“I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for convening this open meeting on the situation in Timor-Leste. My thanks go as well to the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Ambassador Kamalesh Sharma, for his useful report. We appreciate the report of Secretary-General Kofi Annan of 6 November 2002 on the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET). It provides a comprehensive account of the situation in Timor-Leste six months after it achieved its independence, as well as an account of the activities of UNMISET. The Government of Japan welcomes the fact that Timor-Leste is continuing to make steady nation-building efforts.”
2002-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4646Resumption1 (2002) · source
“Last but not least, in dealing with this issue, it is indispensable to bear in mind the importance of paying serious attention to the interests and concerns of surrounding countries and of ensuring the stability of the region. The attention of the international community with regard to this issue is now focused on the discussion of a new Security Council resolution. The Government of Japan hopes that the Security Council, which is entrusted with the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security, will bear in mind the points I have just made, conduct its consultations seriously and expeditiously, and adopt a resolution that is both necessary and appropriate.”
2002-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4625 (2002) · source
“Member States should therefore pursue ways to address this issue through the United Nations, and it is essential that the United Nations, in turn, function effectively. Fourthly, any doubts regarding the existence of weapons of mass destruction in Iraq should be completely dispelled, and to that end effective and credible inspections must be guaranteed. This is also important from the viewpoint of maintaining confidence in the international non-proliferation regime with regard to weapons of mass destruction. The Government of Japan supports the strengthening of the inspection regime necessary to ensure effective and credible inspections, including unfettered access to the presidential sites. We also support Mr. Hans Blix's steady and correct approach, and we will continue to cooperate with the activities of UNMOVIC under his leadership.”
2002-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4625 (2002) · source
“I would like to take this opportunity to comment on a number of points which the Government of Japan regards as important in the international community's efforts to address this issue. First, in view of past experience regarding Iraq's acceptance of inspections, it is essential that the international community remain resolute and put maximum pressure on the Iraqi Government in order to make it comply with the resolutions. Secondly, this should be considered not as an issue of Iraq versus certain countries, but as one facing the international community as a whole. Preserving international solidarity is thus key to resolving this issue. Thirdly, the ability of the United Nations to act effectively has implications for the very credibility of this Organization and could have a decisive effect on international solidarity.”
2002-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4625 (2002) · source
“Also, in their consultations in Vienna earlier this month, the Government of Iraq, the United Nations Monitoring, Verification and Inspection Commission (UNMOVIC) and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) basically agreed upon the practical arrangements for implementing the inspections based on the existing resolutions. These developments could be regarded as the first steps towards resolving the issue of weapons of mass destruction in Iraq. However, I have to emphasize that what is most important is that immediate, unconditional and unrestricted inspections actually be conducted in Iraq; that Iraq comply with all the relevant Security Council resolutions; and that there be no doubt whatsoever about the elimination of its weapons of mass destruction.”
2002-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4625 (2002) · source
“In his statement before the General Assembly, Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi stressed that Iraq must comply with all the relevant Security Council resolutions; that the international community should continue to work together and engage more strenuously in diplomatic efforts through the United Nations; and that it must pursue the adoption of necessary and appropriate Security Council resolutions as soon as possible. In response to international appeals, including those made at the United Nations, the Government of Iraq announced that it would allow the return of United Nations weapons inspectors without conditions.”
2002-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4625 (2002) · source
“Mr. President, let me express my thanks to you very much for convening today's open meeting. The general debate of the fifty-seventh session of the General Assembly last month proved to be a notable opportunity to renew international momentum to address the issue of Iraq. In their statements, many leaders said that they saw the Government of Iraq's non-compliance with Security Council resolutions as a matter of grave concern to the entire world. They emphasized the importance of maintaining the unity of the international community and of resolving this issue through the United Nations.”
2002-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4625 (2002) · source
“I would also like to refer to the efforts of Ambassador Alfonso Valdivieso, Chairman of the Committee established under Security Council resolution 1267 (1999), and his staff. Without their dedication and extraordinary contributions, the Security Council, I am afraid, could not have accomplished its tasks so successfully. I wish to take this opportunity to express my appreciation to them as well.”
2002-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4618Resumption1 (2002) · source
“I would like in particular to point out the important role of the CTC in facilitating global implementation of Security Council resolution 1373 (2001). As Japan has repeatedly stressed, developing countries which are facing difficulties in implementing that resolution must be provided with international assistance. The CTC's directory of assistance is an important mechanism for the coordination of such assistance. For its part, Japan is now considering extending assistance to those countries, using as a reference the information provided by the Committee's distinguished expert, Ambassador Curtis A. Ward. In closing, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Ambassador Jeremy Greenstock, Chairman of the CTC, and to the other members of the bureau for their excellent work, which they have conducted in a very transparent manner.”
2002-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4618Resumption1 (2002) · source
“In Tokyo on I and 2 October, Japan co- hosted with the Republic of Korea and Singapore the Second ASEAN Regional Forum Workshop on counter-terrorism measures. The discussions at the Workshop focused on how we might make more concrete international cooperative efforts, based on the recommendation made at the first Workshop in Bangkok. As a result of the very fruitful discussions held there, we completed work on the paper entitled "Best Practices for Counter-Terrorism Measures in Major International Events". The Workshop thus offered a valuable opportunity to strengthen regional efforts to combat terrorism. Thirdly, cooperative efforts to combat terrorism at the international level are especially crucial. Japan therefore remains committed to fully supporting the work of the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC).”
2002-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4618Resumption1 (2002) · source
“First, as part of its own efforts to combat terrorism, in June Japan deposited its instruments of acceptance of the Convention for the Suppression of the Financing of Terrorism. In so doing it became party to all twelve international anti-terrorism conventions. Japan hopes that every State will likewise conclude all of the anti-terrorism conventions. At the same time, we believe it is also important to further strengthen the international framework by adopting such conventions as the Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism and the International Convention for the Suppression of Acts of Nuclear Terrorism. Japan will continue to work towards this goal. Secondly, I wish to refer to cooperation at the regional level.”
2002-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4618Resumption1 (2002) · source
“Mr. President, I wish to thank you for convening this public meeting of the Security Council. I shall be very brief. On the anniversary of the terrorist attacks on the United States, we vividly recalled the sense of tremendous panic and profound grief caused by such brutal acts. We could not but have heartfelt sympathy for the victims and their bereaved families. At the same time, we all had a sense of our own vulnerability, knowing that terrorists could strike anywhere, at any time. Although much progress has been made in the fight against terrorism, the struggle must be ongoing. Only through steadfast vigilance and a comprehensive approach, with efforts made by each State, as well as determined cooperation at the regional and international levels, can we have some assurance that such acts of terrorism will not be repeated.”
2002-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4618Resumption1 (2002) · source