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Hardeep Singh Puri

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first: 2009-11-25
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“While we will continue our counter-piracy operations, there is also an urgent need for the international community to address the serious problem of hostage-taking by pirates and the consequent humanitarian problems faced by hostages and their families. In conclusion, the situation in Somalia calls for the enhanced engagement of the international community with the Somali federal and regional authorities to comprehensively address the multitude of problems in the political, security, humanitarian and counter-piracy fields. The Council should stand ready to take the lead in all of those efforts.”
2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source
“In our view, such a strategy should involve a United Nations-led anti-piracy force to conduct naval operations, which would help to improve coordination in anti-piracy operations by various naval forces. The strategy should also provide for the enactment of national laws on giving priority to criminalizing piracy, as defined in the United Nations Convention of the Law of the Sea. The strategy should contain measures to effectively sanitize the Somali coastline and identify safe corridors and buffer zones. India has already taken several steps, including anti-piracy patrols in the Gulf of Aden since 2008, and has also deployed its ships in the eastern and north- eastern Arabian Sea. That has helped to neutralize several attempts at piracy.”
2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source
“We think that the benchmarks on piracy in the road map outlining transition tasks should be expeditiously implemented by the TFIs, including in such areas as the demarcation of an exclusive economic zone, the establishment of an operational coast guard and a navy and the adoption of a legal framework to address piracy, hostage-taking and payments of ransom, among other aspects. We also stand ready to help in building the capacity of the TFIs and States in the region to take effective measures against piracy off the coast of Somalia. Moreover, given the growing scope and expanding coverage of the problem, the international community has to think about adopting a comprehensive counter-piracy strategy.”
2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source
“For its part, India contributed $2 million to the African Union and United Nations Trust Funds, without any caveats, for AMISOM. operations last year. We stand ready to provide further support to AMISOM. Piracy off the coast of Somalia remains a serious problem facing the international community. As of 31 October 2011, Somali pirates held 19 ships and 331 hostages. Combating maritime piracy is therefore an important issue that is intrinsically linked to the security situation in Somalia. So far, the TFIs have paid little attention to that problem.”
2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source
“by the United Nations and the international community. Its funding must be made adequate, secure and predictable. It is also necessary to provide AMISOM. with enablers and force multipliers such as helicopter units, transport and engineering capabilities. We support their inclusion within the United Nations support package. There is also a need to expand TFG forces and to strengthen their capacities for the long-term stability and security of Somalia. New recruitments have to be undertaken, as well as full training and the provision of proper equipment. We call on the Member States to make uncaveated contributions to the United Nations and African Union trust funds for AMISOM. and to enhance their support for TFG forces.”
2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source
“We request that the Secretary-General submit a report to the Council on the requirements, in terms of naval and other assets, that would be needed for the international community to be able to interdict vessels that visit Kishmayo and other ports and profit Al-Shabaab and pirates in Somalia. Such a report would allow the Council to take an informed decision on the request of the African Union concerning use of ports by Al-Shabaab and pirates. Since AMISOM. is the mainstay of the efforts of the international community for dealing with the security situation in Somalia, it is necessary that AMISOM. be further strengthened. AMISOM. continues to face serious resource gaps. The Council should expeditiously and favourably consider the recommendations of the African Union and troop- contributing countries on the support extended to AMISOM.”
2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source
“We therefore urge all stakeholders to resolve their differences and expedite the implementation of the road map. On security front, we commend the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) and TFG forces for the gains made against Al-Shabaab. We also commend troop-contributing countries for the sacrifices made by their soldiers in Somalia. Nevertheless, Al-Shabaab has shown that it is capable of carrying out almost daily attacks, including against high-profile targets. In that connection, we welcome the operations being undertaken by Kenyan and Ethiopian forces in coordination with the AMISOM and TFG forces. There is also a need for the Security Council to take further measures in support of the TFG to restrict the resources that Al-Shabaab earns from use of ports and the export of charcoal.”
2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source
“The implementation of the road map is critical - in particular the drafting and adoption of the constitution, its endorsement by a constituent assembly, and parliamentary reforms - with a view to ending the transition in a timely manner by August 2012. In that regard, we have noted that several concrete measures have been taken by the Transitional Federal Government (TFG). We welcome that the technical committee comprised of representatives of the TFIs, regions and the international community met twice and agreed to track progress through four subcommittees. On the other hand, the TFIs have missed a number of deadlines in the implementation of the road map. The recent developments concerning the speaker have the potential to derail the implementation of the road map; they are therefore of serious concern.”
2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source
“Two decades of instability and insecurity have taken their political, economic and social tolls and will require the concerted long-term commitment of the international community to assist the Somali people in their efforts at restoring peace, security and economic development in their country. The effective engagement of the international community during 2011 helped tide over the worst phase of the humanitarian crisis in Somalia. However, approximately 250,000 people remain at risk, and there is a need to persevere with our efforts to deal with the many problems. On the political front, the extended transition period has seen the adoption of a comprehensive road map by the Transitional Federal Institutions (TFIs), in accordance with the June 2011 Kampala Accord.”
2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source
“At the outset, let me thank you, Madam President, for presiding over this important meeting. We deeply appreciate the time that you are personally devoting to this issue by presiding over the Council's deliberations. I would also like to place on record our appreciation for the participation of Commissioner Lamamra and the Ministers from Kenya, Uganda and Azerbaijan in today's meeting, as well as for their valuable statements. I would also like to thank Under-Secretary- General Lynn Pascoe for his briefing. The situation in Somalia is at a crossroads.”
2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source
“Enhanced cooperation among the ICTY, the ICTR, the Office of Legal Affairs and the Council's Informal Working Group on International Tribunals will further streamline the implementation of the Residual Mechanism. The Council should stand ready to address any functional, operational or institutional issue that may arise in relation to the completion strategy or the Residual Mechanism. In conclusion, we believe that the two Tribunals have admirably implemented their mandates. We consider that the continued support of the Security Council is crucial at this juncture, as the Tribunals are taking all necessary steps to keep the trial and appeal schedules on track. That will pave the way for the successful trials of the remaining accused and a smooth transition to an efficient Residual Mechanism.”
2011-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6678 (2011) · source
“In that context, there is a need for flexibility in the existing rules, including on the retention of interns, especially when the Tribunals are winding up their work and experienced people are unavailable for short periods. We support the suggestion made by Judge Meron and Judge Khan in that connection. The issue raised by Judge Khan on the relocation of convicted persons is also important and needs to be addressed. We have noted with satisfaction that both the ICTY and the ICTR have been working closely in coordination with the Office of Legal Affairs to implement the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals, established by resolution 1966 (2010).”
2011-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6678 (2011) · source
“However, nine of the accused of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) remain at large and need to be apprehended and transferred to the ICTR. It is critical that the Tribunals finish their work on time. We have listened carefully to the concerns expressed by Judge Meron and Judge Khan in relation to their ability to keep pace with their work while adhering to the projected timelines. The Judges have pointed out that the Tribunals' trials and appeals continue to be affected by rules relating to the assignment of contempt proceedings, the loss of highly efficient staff members and the employment of interns. We fully share those concerns. The retention of adequate and experienced staff is necessary to enable the Tribunals to complete their work in accordance with the completion strategy.”
2011-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6678 (2011) · source
“At the outset, I would like to join others in thanking Judge Theodor Meron and Judge Khalida Rachid Khan for their presentations and assessments of the work of the Tribunals. We also appreciate very much the briefings by the Prosecutors of the two Tribunals. India welcomes the progress made by the two Tribunals in expediting their work on the completion strategies. We have noted various measures adopted by the Tribunals to ensure a smooth transition to the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals. We also welcome the cooperation extended by Member States to the two Tribunals. The arrest of Ratko Mladie and Goran Hadzie is an important example of effective international cooperation. Now no outstanding fugitive remains of the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia since (ICTY).”
2011-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6678 (2011) · source
“In conclusion, let me reiterate the considered View of my delegation that genuine reform in the working methods of the Council really requires a comprehensive reform in the membership of the Council, with expansion in both permanent and non-permanent categories and improvement in its working procedures. This is essential for both the credibility and the continued confidence of the international community in this institution.”
2011-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6672 (2011) · source
“Eighth, before mandating measures under Chapter VII of the Charter, the Council should first make serious efforts at pacific settlement of disputes through measures under Chapter VI. In that connection, the Council must also improve its cooperation with regional organizations, particularly with the African Union, since a large volume of the Council's work concerns the African continent. Such cooperation must be serious and include providing assistance to the African Union in its capacity-building efforts as per their requirement and not just when it is convenient or fashionable.”
2011-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6672 (2011) · source
“Fifth, the participation of troop- and police-contributing countries in decision-making about peacekeeping operations must extend to the establishment, conduct, review and termination of peacekeeping operations, including the extension and change of mandates and specific operational issues. Sixth, countries having a specific interest in a particular agenda item must be consulted before an outcome document on that item is adopted. Seventh, the Council should concentrate its time and efforts on dealing with issues concerning its primary responsibility for international peace and security as mandated by the Charter, rather than encroaching on the mandate of the General Assembly.”
2011-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6672 (2011) · source
“In such cases, further attention should require that some valid reasons be proffered by those seeking retention of those items on the agenda. Second, the Council's consideration of issues should be rationalized, so that issues do not come for consideration so often and routinely as to bog down the limited time that the Council has at its disposal. Third, Articles 31 and 32 of the Charter must be fully implemented, by consulting with non-Security Council members on a regular basis, especially Members with a special interest in the substantive matter under consideration by the Council. Fourth, non-members must be given systematic access to subordinate organs of the Security Council, including the right to participate.”
2011-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6672 (2011) · source
“The quality of briefings that we receive often gives rise to questions of their being skewed and not really neutral, objective and based on observed facts. I also find it strange that reporting of the Council's proceedings tends to be judgmental. For example, on both occasions during our term on the Council when vetoes were exercised, the Department of Public Information reports used the expression "failed to adopt" to describe what transpired. Based on our experience during the past 11 months, I would like to suggest some specific points for consideration. First, the Council should amend its procedures so that items do not remain on its agenda permanently. There are matters that have been discussed for decades.”
2011-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6672 (2011) · source
“Cosmetic changes will not help. Real improvements demand change in both process and approach, which requires reform of the composition of the Council. Insofar as the working methods of the Security Council are concerned, the first and foremost necessity is to make them transparent. Access to documentation and information is an issue of particular concern. The tendency of the Security Council to hold closed meetings that have no records should also be curbed. We then have the issue of "pen holders". Quite apart from the fact that it takes quite a while to understand what the concept of a pen holder is and which member is holding which pen for which issue, it is difficult to understand why pen holding should basically be a monopoly of permanent members, with concentration in even fewer fingers.”
2011-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6672 (2011) · source
“First, the permanent members of the Security Council must recognize, not only individually but also collectively, that the Council must be reformed to make it reflect the contemporary realities of the international system. Secondly, the international community as a whole must be cognizant that enlarging the Security Council to reflect contemporary geopolitical realities would improve its representative character. It would also increase the representation of developing countries - which comprise the vast majority of the United Nations membership - who are ready, capable and willing to shoulder responsibility and contribute through all required means to the maintenance of international peace and security. Thirdly, there is need for real improvement in the Council's working methods to enhance its legitimacy, effectiveness and efficiency.”
2011-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6672 (2011) · source
“The time has come, therefore, for the Council to seriously consider why many of its decisions are not having their intended effect; why a large number of Member States are not able or willing to respond to its numerous requests for national reports on implementation of its coercive decisions; why it has to resort so often to coercive measures under Chapter VII; why it does not command enough trust and respect from the international community - or even confidence in itself - to mandate measures under Chapter VI; why it fails to take recourse to cooperation with regional organizations under Chapter VIII to solve regional problems; and, most important of all, how the Council can address its failures and increase its effectiveness and efficiency. Let me share an Indian perspective on how the Security Council could better its performance.”
2011-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6672 (2011) · source
“The Council's reluctance to consult with those affected by its decisions, its refusal to harness the capabilities of the wider United Nations membership and its all too evident eagerness to apply methods of coercion under Chapter VII, to the neglect of provisions under Chapters VI and VIII, are not only anachronistic, but, as experience has shown on a day-to-day basis, also counter-productive. They also detract from the Council's effectiveness and efficiency in the implementation of its mandate to ensure international peace and security. Despite all of that, the Council is ever more eager to encroach on the Charter-mandated role of other United Nations organs.”
2011-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6672 (2011) · source
“I also want to take this opportunity to express our appreciation for the efforts of our colleague from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Ivan Barbalic', for chairing the Informal Working Group on Documentation and Other Procedural Questions. I also want to align myself with the statement that is to be made by my colleague from Egypt on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement. The Security Council's composition - rooted in the situation obtaining in 1945 - and its working methods are both divorced from the contemporary reality of international relations. Its non-transparent rules of procedures remain "provisional", even after the Council's existence for six and a half decades.”
2011-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6672 (2011) · source
“The Security Council is mandated by the United Nations Charter with the primary responsibility for maintenance of international peace and security, including by coercive action. What it does and the manner in which it goes about doing its work are, however, of interest to the entire international community. The Council's work as well as its working methods thus become of importance for us all. I would like to place on record, Mr. President, my delegation's deep appreciation that you and your delegation have organized this open debate on the working methods of the Security Council, despite a clear lack of enthusiasm on the part of some members of the Council, who openly state that the issue of the Council's working methods is the exclusive preserve of its permanent members.”
2011-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6672 (2011) · source
“In conclusion, we call upon the concerned parties to resolve all issues concerning Kosovo through consultation and dialogue without resorting to violence or destabilizing unilateral action. Only thus can the aspirations of all peoples concerned be met and lasting peace and stability established in the region.”
2011-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6670 (2011) · source
“We think that a number of unresolved issues are connected with the question of status, which can be resolved only through bilateral talks between the parties. While such talks are being facilitated by the European Union, it is necessary that the international presence in Kosovo, including UNMIK, EULEX and the Kosovo Force, act with strict neutrality and impartiality and in accordance with their respective mandates, including resolution 1244 (1999). They should also ensure that there is no violence or change of the status quo by force. Unilateral actions should be avoided, and the parties should resolve sensitive issues through peaceful means on the basis of consultations and engagement with all communities.”
2011-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6670 (2011) · source
“Those developments also prevented further talks between the parties until about a week ago. The incidents during the reporting period and those that took place yesterday have underlined the fragility of the security situation in the area. That requires careful handling. While we welcome the efforts made by the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX) to investigate allegations of inhuman treatment of people and illicit trafficking in human organs in Kosovo and note the appointment of the lead prosecutor, Serbia continues to be interested in a role of the Security Council in that investigation. We continue to support the proposal for the creation of a mechanism that enjoys the support and confidence of all stakeholders.”
2011-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6670 (2011) · source
“The two sides also reached agreements on the issue of cadastre records and on establishing a fully reliable cadastre in Kosovo in order to provide legal certainty and to protect the rights of people with legitimate claims to property. In addition, both parties expressed their commitment to look further into the technical and political aspects of issues such as telecommunications, energy and university diplomas. The two sides also continued to cooperate on the issue of missing persons. While such agreements are welcome, they have been overshadowed by the situation on the ground in northern Kosovo. We note with concern that the overall security situation was negatively affected by the developments on border crossings and that there was a 24 per cent increase in incidents affecting minority communities.”
2011-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6670 (2011) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Farid Zarif for his briefing and for the Secretary-General's comprehensive report on the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK), covering the period of July to October (S/2011/675). I would also like to thank His Excellency Mr. Vuk Jeremic', Foreign Minister of Serbia, and Mr. Enver Hoxhaj for their statements. There have been a few positive developments during the reporting period. We note that during the European Union-facilitated dialogue in Brussels on 2September, Serbia agreed to recognize Kosovo's customs stamps.”
2011-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6670 (2011) · source
“Today, we live in an intensely interconnected world defined by profound changes in science and revolutions in communications, information technologies, warfare techniques and globalization. In our View, the most important challenge to international peace and security and conflict prevention is that our platform for global governance in this area, namely the Security Council, is no longer reflective of contemporary reality. A composition rooted in 1945 detracts from its abilities to fully harness the capabilities of United Nations Member States as of today and leads to its continued application of methods of coercion from an era gone by, rather than looking for newer approaches involving collaborative action.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“The challenge before us is to learn to work in real collaboration with the AU and the regional organizations in Africa in the furtherance of peace and security on the continent. This real collaboration requires us to listen to our colleagues from Africa, to dialogue with them and to be there to assist them, as per their requirement, in resolving conflicts, and not just when it is convenient or fashionable. It also does not mean imposing our world view on them. In this connection, it is worth noting that piracy off the coast of Somalia is a major new threat to international peace and security. The Council must encourage an enhanced degree of international cooperation to counter this threat and seriously act on the recommendations of the African Union in this regard.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“From the functional point of view as well, burdening the Council with an increasing number of global challenges, premised on their perceived interconnectedness with threat to peace and security, is self-defeating. It also distracts the Council from its core mandate and from attending to matters that are its primary responsibility. More than three-fourths of the agenda of the Security Council - actually more than four-fifths - is dominated by African issues. In Africa, we now see the African Union (AU) evolving into a mature organization whose leadership is willing to take on increased responsibility for managing Africa's affairs. In addition, there are also regional groupings in Africa.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“Another area in which we need to be extremely careful involves the possibilities that emanate from the misuse of cyberspace and related technologies by terrorists and their supporters. In recent months, we have seen concerted attempts to enlarge the scope of work and responsibility of the Security Council. We do not favour this discordant trend, as a matter both of propriety and of pragmatism. The United Nations Charter gives clear responsibility to the Security Council on matters of international peace and security, but makes it amply clear that issues of social and economic significance are to be dealt by the General Assembly. An unequivocal distinction between these two sets of functions has so far helped in the smooth functioning of the United Nations system. Any digression from the Charter rules is likely to create dysfunction.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“Instead, not only are we unwilling to share the benefits of technological developments, such as drugs at affordable prices, but we have also seen hindrances being placed on developing countries sharing their own know-how and products among themselves. It is imperative that the Council remain strong in its fight against terrorism. Transnational organized crime and its veritable nexus with drug, human and arms trafficking are well established. Their strong operational linkages with terrorists groups have become symbiotic in nature. Terrorist financing, illicit money-laundering and illegal arms sales remain intertwined in a complex web of toxic relationships. Further, the risk of weapons of mass destruction falling into the hands of terrorists presents a grave security challenge to the international community.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“That, in and of itself, makes it imperative that discussions on climate change be carried out where the necessary wherewithal rests. In fact, major negotiations have been under way for several years under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, and we should not seek to either duplicate or in any way detract from them. Another area mentioned is that of global pandemics. Those, too, like climate change, demand collaborative approaches and not finger-pointing or punitive action. The sad reality, however, is that we, as the international community, have shown little appetite for collaboration and sharing.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“While such roles are critically important, they do not and cannot detract from the fact that the essential function of the Council is to address matters of imminent threat to international peace and security. Mr. President, your delegation has circulated a concept note in preparation of this meeting (S/2011/698, annex). The note lists several areas of possible threats to the maintenance of international peace and security. One of the areas mentioned is climate change and the possible impacts of migration on peace and security. The United Nations has a Framework Convention with a toolbox of ways and means of addressing climate change, none of which is available to the Security Council. In fact, the real requirement for addressing climate change is rooted in the need for collaboration and not through the imposition of punitive measures.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“Like all living documents, the Charter provides circumscribing limits, but encourages Member States to undertake sufficient innovations to deal with emerging situations. The evolution of the United Nations peacekeeping agenda and its transformation over the years in response to the changing international environment are testimony to the Organization's versatility. Peacekeeping has fleshed out the essence of multilateralism by pooling the resources of the many for the benefit of the whole. The fact that, in time, United Nations peacekeepers found their mandates expanding to include protection agendas in intra-State conflicts only speaks volumes of their utility and resilience.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“In 1945, the international community decided to entrust the Security Council with the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security. The United Nations Charter itself prescribed the trigger mechanism for collective action by the Security Council. The departure point for such action is contained in Article 39, which states that the Council "shall determine the existence of any threat to the peace, breach of the peace, or act of aggression". In other words, the fundamental preoccupation of the Security Council was the management of war and peace essentially within the paradigm of inter-State relations. The United Nations Charter was signed 66 years ago.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“Allow me at the outset to express our appreciation to you, Sir, and your delegation for organizing today's meeting. We also offer our thanks to the Secretary- General; the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Mr. Antonio Guterres; the Director-General of the World Health Organization, Ms. Margaret Chan; and the Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, Mr. Yury Fedotov. I also note with appreciation the presence of Ministers from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil and Colombia. The United Nations was established in the aftermath of the chaos created by the two world wars, with the avowed aim of saving "succeeding generations from the scourge of war".”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“Ameerah Haq and for the dedication and hard work of her team in supporting the Government and people of Timor-Leste. I am confident that we are well on the path to make UNMIT a real success story.”
2011-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6664 (2011) · source
“As UNMIT moves towards a drawdown by the end of 2012 and the Government assumes full responsibility for various processes, the United Nations system and agencies present in the field must work in a coherent manner. The joint transition plan, which sets out possible models for United Nations engagement after UNMIT's withdrawal, needs to be finalized in accordance with the priorities of the Government. The progress made so far gives us hope and confidence that we are moving in the right direction. We appreciate the efforts of UNMIT, the international community and bilateral partners towards peace, stability and development in the country. Before I conclude, I would like to express our deep appreciation for the leadership of Special Representative Ms.”
2011-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6664 (2011) · source
“We note with satisfaction that economic growth continues to remain robust and that public expenditure, including the proceeds from the oil and gas sector, has continued to be a strong driver of economic growth in the country. India attaches great importance to its relations with Timor-Leste. We have sought to contribute to the country's development by providing expertise and training in areas where our competence would be of use and where we see complementarities in their application. India has extended its support to the Government of Timor-Leste, including through assistance for the purchase of equipment and materials related to socio-economic development and the human- resource development sector.”
2011-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6664 (2011) · source
“Moving ahead, it is critical that the necessary legislative and operational framework is in place for a clear delineation of authority between the military and the police, so that they can effectively discharge their responsibilities under the civilian Government. The presidential and parliamentary elections scheduled next year will be a major milestone in the consolidation of the democratic transition of Timor- Leste. The United Nations must provide the necessary technical and logistical support for the smooth conduct of those elections, in accordance with the priorities established by the Government. We appreciate and fully support the efforts of the Government to enhance regional engagement and to address the developmental challenges confronting the country.”
2011-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6664 (2011) · source
“It is a matter of great satisfaction that the overall situation remains calm and stable and that the country is well on its path to long-term peace, stability and development. We appreciate the continued and active engagement of all political parties in the democratic processes. Such processes are essential to the consolidation of the democratic framework, as well as to the rapid socio- economic development of the country. We are happy to note that the Policia Nacional de Timor-Leste (PNTL) has successfully assumed responsibility for the conduct, command and control of all police operations in the country. As the transition progresses, it is necessary for the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT) to remain steadfast in its commitment towards the institutional development and capacity-building of the PNTL.”
2011-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6664 (2011) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank you, Mr. President, and through you your delegation for organizing this meeting of the Security Council on the situation in Timor-Leste. We note with appreciation that Foreign Minister Mr. Paulo Portas is here with us this morning. His presence and that of His Excellency Mr. Zacarias Albano da Costa, Foreign Minister of Timor-Leste, add even more importance and standing to our debate this morning. I would also like to note with appreciation the presence of Vice-Minister Mrs. Vera Machado of Brazil. I also thank Ms. Ameerah Haq, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Timor-Leste, for her comprehensive briefing and for the Secretary-General's report (S/2011/641). We are encouraged by Foreign Minister Da Costa's assessment of the situation in Timor-Leste.”
2011-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6664 (2011) · source
“We would therefore urge the leadership of Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as the international community, to persevere in spite of the occasional problems that may be encountered. Through its continued presence in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the European Union Force in Bosnia and Herzegovina has played an important role in assuring the country's citizens safety and security even when the political situation has sometimes been tense. We therefore support the extension of its mandate. In conclusion, I commend the work being done by the High Representative, Mr. Inzko, in assisting the people and leadership of Bosnia and Herzegovina in their nation-building endeavours. We fully support his efforts.”
2011-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6659 (2011) · source
“The problems mentioned in the Secretary-General's report and by the High Representative in his briefing today are bound to be encountered on the path to building a nation inhabited by people of different faiths, ethnicities and languages. Our own experience over the past six decades has convinced us that although the path of building such a nation is long and arduous, the fruits are well worth the effort. Solving the problems facing the Bosnian people therefore calls for patience, determination and mutual accommodation. Unilateral actions, mutual suspicion, rhetorical statements and violations of the General Framework Agreement for Peace will only vitiate the political and social atmosphere and delay achievement of the required goals.”
2011-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6659 (2011) · source
“We have noted that, in September, the leaders of the six main parties began negotiations on forming a new Government at the State level and adopting reforms aimed at progressing towards Euro-Atlantic integration. We hope that these negotiations will succeed in resolving the continuing political stalemate that has existed since the elections in October 2010, and pave the way for the formation of a new Government. Bosnia and Herzegovina is a novel experiment in building a new nation from the rubble of the civil war that the people of the former Yugoslavia had to endure in the 1990s. It is never easy to build a multi-ethnic, multilingual, multicultural and multireligious country.”
2011-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6659 (2011) · source
“I would like to join other colleagues in welcoming High Representative Valentin Inzko to the Security Council, and in thanking him for his comprehensive briefing. I would also like to place on record our appreciation for the Secretary-General's report on the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina (see S/2011/682). It is a matter of satisfaction that, during the period covered by the report, the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina functioned with improved cooperation compared to its previous composition, and that a number of foreign-policy decisions were taken. It is also commendable that the Federation Government functioned well during the reporting period.”
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