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1. “Finally, in every post-conflict situation, it is crucial for the United Nations to support development programmes and the equal access of all parties to the benefits of such programmes. Given the well- established relationship between peace and development, this approach must be faithfully upheld as a standard, in order that the basis of further conflicts in the future might be discouraged.”

   2003-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4748 (2003) · source

2. “I have spoken of the need for the United Nations always to be prepared, relying on experience, for potential post-conflict challenges. At the same time, all situations are different, and unintended mistakes are possible, either in terms of specific mandates or of their implementation. My delegation hopes that, as the Security Council undertakes the periodic creation, modification and review of mandates relating to post- conflict situations, it will always bear in mind the subtle and not-so-subtle differences in conflict situations, and the political and cultural contexts in which they are taking place. Unless we are conscious of these issues and nuances, it may not be possible to arrive at the kinds of decisions necessary to achieve success, or to prevent situations from sliding back into further conflict.”

   2003-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4748 (2003) · source

3. “The agenda of the United Nations must never differ from what is set out in the Charter of the Organization, or in the resolutions informed by it. Experience teaches us that the challenge of political settlement often involve significant United Nations involvement, not only to create the conditions for nationals and groups to sit together to sort out their differences, but often to be a part of the negotiations and of the defining of new structures and directions. Again, the ability of the United Nations to be prepared for these events and to work with the people fairly, authoritatively and impartially is one of our greatest strengths, and it must be jealously guarded and strengthened. If the people in conflict do not see the United Nations as strong, united and impartial, they cannot rely on it to supervise or be part of any negotiations.”

   2003-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4748 (2003) · source

4. “The capacity of the United Nations to learn from every experience and to be prepared for every conceivable scenario by studying and internalizing the lessons of the past is one of our greatest strengths as an Organization, and we must take advantage of it. In the response to the immediate humanitarian demands of every conflict are sown the seeds of conflict resolution and peace-building, and the United Nations must always be careful to maintain consistency in the application and implementation of mandates. One of the most critical contributions of the Organization is to enter a conflict, or its aftermath as a committed - but not controversial - arbiter. It is of the utmost importance that the United Nations, in every situation, be seen as a genuine friend and helper, not as an external body with a suspect motive.”

   2003-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4748 (2003) · source

5. “Of the diverse skills available to the international community at the United Nations, those relating to humanitarian assistance and peacekeeping must be among those ranked highest, given the volume of crises to which the Organization has had to respond in the last half-century. In our view, there can never be an overabundance of these skills, capacities or institutional memory. The United Nations should continue to develop and maintain them, in order to have them available and tuned for deployment wherever and whenever required. My delegation recognizes that every conflict, and therefore every post-conflict scenario, is different.”

   2003-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4748 (2003) · source

6. “In a post-conflict scenario, the maintenance of peace and security, as an important value in itself but also as a precondition for development, is - and ought to be - of the greatest concern to Member States and to my delegation. In the view of my delegation, the first order of priority in a post-conflict situation is to respond to the humanitarian needs of the people. The need for food, water, medical care, security and housing cannot wait until tomorrow or be delayed because of long speeches. As the pre-eminent human organization, we must respond to post-conflict humanitarian needs in a timely, organized fashion. This must be the most basic, minimum standard acceptable, and such a response must be provided without debate or delay.”

   2003-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4748 (2003) · source

7. “Mr. President, it is my pleasure to have the opportunity to participate in this wrap-up session under your presidency and to contribute to the discussion on the subject of the role of the United Nations in post-conflict situations. The discussion of this very important subject in the Council under the auspices of Mexico is testimony to its high sense of responsibility and purpose, for which we are most appreciative. The first business of the United Nations remains the business of peace. When there is conflict, the objective is always the same: to achieve peace as soon as possible, with a minimum of loss of life and destruction.”

   2003-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4748 (2003) · source

8. “The Council must unite and join the clarion call emanating from many councils of nations, and being voiced by peoples the world over, to end the war.”

   2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source

9. “The fate of the people of Iraq is certainly at stake. The future of neighbouring regions and of those beyond - politically, strategically and economically - are most definitely at stake. Nor can we be oblivious to the potential environmental impact of the war. Ultimately, however, it is the very foundation of the United Nations system and its inherent principle of multilateralism that are being tested. Unilateralism, from whatever source, must be held in check. The Security Council must, and must be seen, to be seized of an issue that is in fact preoccupying all of us, Governments and peoples alike. Its silence with no call for an immediate cessation of the aggression is deafening indeed. Indonesia hopes the Council will not fail to shoulder its Charter-mandated responsibility to maintain international peace and security.”

   2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source

10. “The international community should not lose focus of what has been, and continues to be, the central problem, namely, the issue of disarming Iraq of weapons of mass destruction. Security Council resolution 1441 (2002) provided a clear road map to effectively address that issue through the inspections regime. Indonesia has been steadfast in its principled position against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. We have therefore consistently urged Iraq to comply with its obligations under that resolution. We were encouraged by the report given by Mr. Hans Blix and Mr. ElBaradei, namely, that the inspection process was making progress and should be continued. Hence, diplomacy, combined with judicious pressure, was yielding results. We should not, and cannot, underestimate what is presently at stake.”

    2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source

11. “However, in our justified concern to immediately and collectively address the grave humanitarian situation in Iraq, we should not lose sight of one important fact: the countries that have chosen the path of war in disregard of the once ongoing process within the Security Council bear a special responsibility to address the unfolding humanitarian suffering resulting from their action. Beyond the humanitarian implications on the people of Iraq, the very territorial integrity and national sovereignty of that country have been put at great risk. The Government of Indonesia has consistently emphasized that any solution to the question of Iraq should respect the territorial integrity and national sovereignty of that country.”

    2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source

12. “Even if the fighting were to end today, we would already have a grave humanitarian crisis on our hands. According to information in the hands of the United Nations in that respect, there are already 300,000 internally displaced people in the north of Iraq. Similarly, the United Nations Children's Fund reports that in Basra there is no electricity and that the water supply has been interrupted. This suffering is being inflicted on a people who have for many years now endured the hardships of sanctions.”

    2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source

13. “Indonesia has strongly deplored the unilateral action by the United States of America and its allies, who have decided to launch a military attack against Iraq in contravention of international law. Like others, the Government and the people of Indonesia have been witnessing with profound sadness the humanitarian toll and intolerable suffering that have been inflicted on thousands of innocent and vulnerable civilians in Iraq. At this stage in the conflict, we are already witnessing with profound concern rising casualties among the combatants on the ground, which all of us fear will continue to grow as the military confrontation intensifies. As we meet today, we face the ever alarming prospect that the fighting will spiral out of control.”

    2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source

14. “Our shared interest in a world order that respects equality among nations and the primacy of multilateralism, as reflected by the United Nations, demands that unilateralism be immediately checked. And during those same weeks, all of us have pondered the multidimensional consequences of the war for the Middle East region and beyond. Our shared commitment to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war demands that the United Nations should not stand idle. It is for these reasons that Indonesia has demanded the convening of the present meeting and commends the President of the Council for making it possible. The very fact that the Security Council is meeting today is a step in restoring its authority. Indeed, much more is at stake than the fate and the future of the nation of Iraq.”

    2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source

15. “Indonesia has joined countries that have asked for the convening of the present meeting of the Security Council to address the current critical situation in Iraq. Some seven days after the virtual abandonment of the multilateral path by the United States of America and its allies, Governments and peoples around the world have been witness to the immense and intolerable sufferings that have been inflicted on the people of Iraq. Our collective conscience demands that the aggression be immediately stopped. For some weeks now we have been agonizing over the very future of the United Nations system, which has been sidelined by the wilful unilateral action of the powerful, and whose authority has been undermined.”

    2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source

16. “War must be a final entry in the dictionary of their deliberations: a decision to be made by the Council only as a last, inescapable recourse.”

    2003-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717 (2003) · source

17. “I state this with particular reference to the situation in Palestine, which continues to deteriorate daily, although that may conveniently - but unwisely - be ignored. It is the belief of my delegation that the solution to the core issue of Palestine would, accordingly, contribute to the comprehensive settlement of all aspects of the problems in the Middle East and that we should never concentrate so much on other issues in the region that we overlook that fact. Finally, we will call tirelessly on the Security Council to fully adhere to the provisions of the Charter- that is, to promote peace and security. In that context, therefore, Council members must bear in mind that peace is their obligation to the world. It is important to take into account that every member of the Council represents all Members of the United Nations.”

    2003-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717 (2003) · source

18. “In that connection, Indonesia will support a strengthened inspection regime. We advocate a strengthened regime that is cognizant of the importance of its assignment and is able to execute that assignment responsibly, fairly and quickly. In that context, it is understood that, as of today, Iraq has provided its cooperation to enable the inspectors to work effectively. However, in view of the gravity and urgency of the situation, it is critically important that Iraq continue to actively and immediately cooperate with them, as mandated by resolution 1441 (2002). We continue to believe that there can be no solution to the situation in the Middle East that ignores the reality of the entire region.”

    2003-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717 (2003) · source

19. “To that end, my delegation feels that the inspections being conducted by the United Nations Monitoring, Verification and Inspection Commission (UNMOVIC) and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have yielded a good result and therefore that they should be given a fair chance, measured in terms of additional time as well as personnel and resources. We do not think that anyone denies the fact that there has been some progress in the inspections process so far, or questions whether UNMOVIC and the IAEA are capable of the task before their inspectors. The general concern is that the inspections have not turned up evidence of violations of United Nations resolutions by Iraq. Unfortunately, that assessment can hardly be considered conclusive, since the inspectors are still working.”

    2003-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717 (2003) · source

20. “When my delegation addressed the Council three weeks ago, we were of the same opinion as those Member States that were convinced that, on this issue, the diplomatic option had not been exhausted towards meeting the objectives of resolution 1441 (2002). Although events have moved forward since then, we still firmly believe that the option is still on the table and that the Council can resolve this matter in a peaceful manner. It is also important to be certain that we are seriously undertaking the responsibilities of peace in the spirit in which the Charter of the United Nations intends it, and not just as a series of steps leading to war.”

    2003-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717 (2003) · source

21. “My delegation associates itself with the statement made earlier by Malaysia in its capacity as Chair of the Non-Aligned Movement, at whose request this meeting was convened. The delegation of Indonesia is gratified that, once again, the Security Council is meeting in an open format to examine this contentious agenda item. It is a sign that, despite differences of opinion within the Council concerning the way forward, the doors to consultation and debate are still open. Indeed, negotiation is at the heart of the multilateral process, of which we continue to be a staunch supporter and advocate.”

    2003-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717 (2003) · source

22. “Rather than celebrate minor moral victories, the international community should focus its attention and evaluation on the larger picture.”

    2003-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4684Resumption1 (2003) · source

23. “To that end, we congratulate those States that are already making efforts to harmonize their national legislation with available international child rights standards. As we have often said, the future of humanity depends on children, and they must be protected because that is the only protection that the future of mankind has. We cannot have our children exposed to violence so early in their lives without expecting them to bear and carry insecurity, violence and hatred within them, especially when they have also forfeited their youth and the chance of a good education at such an early stage of their lives. While conflict itself should be avoided altogether, children should not be dragged into it if it does arise. A child should not have to carry a gun, find himself at the receiving end of gunfire or be hurt by conflict.”

    2003-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4684Resumption1 (2003) · source

24. “We commend and support programmes of this nature, not only those of UNICEF and other relevant United Nations agencies, in conflict and post-conflict situations where children have been a factor. Similarly, my delegation stresses the importance of enhancing the monitoring mechanisms spelled out in resolution 1379 (2001). Since the adoption of that resolution, we are pleased that the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child on the involvement of children in armed conflict, and other relevant international agreements and conventions have entered into force. We cannot afford to pay only lip service to this very important matter, and must therefore find ways of implementing these critical international instruments.”

    2003-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4684Resumption1 (2003) · source

25. “Among other things, it specifies an assortment of responses to protect children from armed conflict and impunity. We are of the opinion that it is a thorough and strong document that, if implemented, would go a long way towards resolving several issues relating to the protection of children in conflict situations. With reference to post-conflict situations, it is important to take a brief look at the example of what the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has been able to achieve in Sierra Leone. In 2001, UNICEF helped more than 3,600 child soldiers in Sierra Leone to leave army life and rejoin their families. The children obtained counselling, vocational training and education towards reintegration into their communities.”

    2003-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4684Resumption1 (2003) · source

26. “Indonesia also supports the Optional Protocol that strengthens the Convention by calling for a minimum age of 18 for eligibility for participation in hostilities. Unfortunately, in recent conflicts the Convention and its Optional Protocol have conveniently been ignored. In this connection, another key international document by which the international community has tried to address this issue in recent times is "A world fit for children" (General Assembly resolution S-27/2, annex), the outcome document of the landmark May 2002 special session of the General Assembly on children. It calls on the world community to make the world safer for children, and outlines the responsibilities of nations and the measures they must take in that regard.”

    2003-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4684Resumption1 (2003) · source

27. “Children who are involved in battle, whether they are hurt or not, are victims, and there is not much of an escape once the bullets, or the logistical demands of conflict, take over. It is the responsibility of those formulating international law within the multilateral system to continue to adopt measures to limit children's involvement in and exposure to conflict. The continued recruitment of under-age children for the purposes of conflict should not continue with impunity. To respond to these concerns, the international community possesses several international instruments, such as the 1989 Convention on the Rights of the Child, of which Indonesia is a signatory. That Convention underlines the political, social, economic and civil rights of children.”

    2003-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4684Resumption1 (2003) · source

28. “In the occupied Palestinian territories, for example, the Secretary-General reports that the conditions imposed by Israel - notably stricter closures, curfews, roadblocks and checkpoints - have created humanitarian problems including frequent school closures and a drop in immunization levels. This kind of avoidable inhumanity to society, especially to children, must not be allowed to continue. In the past, we have lent our national support to international efforts at ensuring the protection of children in such conflicts and at alleviating the suffering of those who have been unfortunate enough to find themselves in the midst of them. My delegation has always seen these two aspects of the problem: on the one hand, children are deployed as instruments in a situation while, on the other, they are intended and unintended victims.”

    2003-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4684Resumption1 (2003) · source

29. “Indonesia continues to be concerned about the continued use of children in armed conflict around the world. In this regard, we take particular notice of the list annexed to the report, as requested by the Council in its resolution 1379 (2001), of parties to armed conflict that recruit or use children in violation of their international legal obligations. We are disturbed at the abuses that children suffer in camps, and at the general suffering and deprivation that they endure because of conflicts. In that connection, it is also important to point out the persisting problem of humanitarian access in conflict situations.”

    2003-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4684Resumption1 (2003) · source

30. “My delegation would like to congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Council for the month of January and to extend to you its sincere appreciation for organizing this open meeting on one of our key concerns, children and armed conflict. In our view, this meeting is an indication of the Council's continued commitment to the welfare of children in general and of its determination to ensure their protection. At this juncture, I would also like to express my delegation's gratitude to the Secretary-General for his report (S/2002/ 1299), and to his Special Representative for Children and Armed Conflict for his efforts on this issue. Particularly worthy of notice in the current report are the commitments obtained for the protection and well-being of children in conflict and post-conflict situations.”

    2003-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4684Resumption1 (2003) · source

31. “We trust that, in working together, adopting the same principles and standards and regularly keeping other members of the team abreast of what is happening, our multilateral system will conquer these problems.”

    2002-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4660Resumption1 (2002) · source

32. “At the national level and with a view to instituting the necessary legal framework on the subject of terrorism, my Government last October completed a draft anti-terrorism bill that had been on the drafting board since 1999 for presentation to the House of Representatives. Pending the adoption of the said bill, two Government regulations in lieu of law were signed on 18 October to back up Indonesia's efforts against terrorism. Finally, it is our belief that these issues, as identified by the Secretary-General, dovetail into others that are already being dealt with within the Organization and its agencies, such as issues relating to women and children, small arms and counter-terrorism.”

    2002-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4660Resumption1 (2002) · source

33. “The second is the commercial exploitation of conflict, whereby individuals and companies take advantage of a conflict to plunder the natural resources and enrich themselves at the expense of civilian populations. The third development identified by the Secretary-General is the rise of terrorism and the involvement of terrorist organizations in armed conflicts. These are, no doubt, serious developments. While we throw our weight behind the practical measures suggested by the Secretary-General, my delegation would like to add that States Members of the United Nations should come up with similar ideas and approaches at the national, regional and multilateral levels that will generate a massive wave of response to these issues.”

    2002-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4660Resumption1 (2002) · source

34. “To that end, every post-conflict situation requires a unique response. My point is that, while there are differences in situations, the political attitudes that determine the response and the strategies may learn from successful conflict settlements, such as those in Sierra Leone, Angola and Afghanistan, as referred to in the report. Finally, the Secretary-General identifies in the report three global issues that have emerged since the previous report that will seriously challenge the capacity of Member States to protect civilians. The first is an increased focus on gender-based violence in humanitarian crisis and conflict situations.”

    2002-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4660Resumption1 (2002) · source

35. “In the post-conflict scenario, we share the view that the restoration of the rule of law is fundamental to a country's capacity to emerge into a sustainable peace on the basis of the assured protection of civilians and the return of order. In a society emerging from conflict, there will always be - and indeed ought to be - a demand for justice and accountability. That is human and it is understandable. The lesson and, perhaps, the contribution to political thought is that such demands are on a surer footing when they take a holistic view of history and when they recognize that, in the interest of stability and progress, such demands must make conscious choices that stress stability and progress. Having said this, we acknowledge that every conflict carries its own dynamics and its singular character.”

    2002-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4660Resumption1 (2002) · source

36. “No less tragic is that about 31 million more people have been displaced and uprooted by conflict also within the same period. We share the view of the Secretary-General that this represents human suffering on an immense, indeed intolerable scale, but a scale that may yet worsen with the threat of global terrorism. The report before us contains a number of suggestions for improving response to such issues as access to vulnerable populations, separation of civilians and armed elements, and rule of law, justice and reconciliation. In view of the national experience of Indonesia and the time limitation in this debate, I would like to make a few general remarks on the third element, which is the rule of law, justice and reconciliation.”

    2002-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4660Resumption1 (2002) · source

37. “Of great interest to my delegation in this respect are the six workshops being coordinated by OCHA in response to resolution 2002/32 of the Economic and Social Council, which called upon Member States to participate actively in workshops on the protection of civilians in order to share knowledge and experience and to improve practice. Before I continue, I would also like to acknowledge the aide-memoire developed by OCHA and adopted by the Security Council in March 2002 as a practical tool for improved analysis and diagnosis of key civilian protection issues that arise out of conflict. It is astounding to consider that, in the last decade alone, more than 2.5 million people have died directly as a result of conflict and that, of that number, civilians constitute the greater number of the casualties.”

    2002-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4660Resumption1 (2002) · source

38. “Let me begin by extending to you, Madame, and to your delegation my sincere gratitude for convening this public discussion. My delegation is certainly greatly honoured by your presence among us as we discuss this very important subject. I would also like to welcome the report of the Secretary-General and to take note of the developments since his last report was issued in March 2001. We note the efforts of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) of the Secretariat and the benefits of the closer cooperation between that Office and the Department of Peacekeeping Operations.”

    2002-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4660Resumption1 (2002) · source

39. “Meanwhile, Indonesia will continue to stand by them and to provide its assistance and encouragement. Finally, we would like once again to reiterate that the relationship between the two countries has been flourishing extremely well at all levels, and therefore we urge the members of the international community, as well as the United Nations, to support this.”

    2002-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4646 (2002) · source

40. “If there are criminal elements in the border area, for instance, they should be characterized as such. Of course, criminal activities are common problems and need common efforts. While Indonesia pursues these avenues of bilateral and multilateral cooperation in support of the young State, there is tremendous room for the international community at large to support these efforts. In this connection, we draw attention to the appeal of the Secretary-General to the Security Council and the donor community to remain engaged in Timor- Leste, to build upon their outstanding contribution to date and to fully realize this promise. Not only will such a commitment enable UNMISET to adhere to the timetable that has been set, but it will enable the Government and the people of Timor-Leste to make the kind of steady progress that they badly need.”

    2002-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4646 (2002) · source

41. “In the area of external security and border control, we support the assertion in the report that the overall situation has continued to improve since the previous report of the Secretary-General was issued. Efforts by the Governments of Timor-Leste and of Indonesia in this regard are clearly having the desired effect, and Indonesia is determined to ensure that progress does not stop. To this end, the cooperation and consultation between the Indonesian military in West Timor and their counterparts in UNMISET will be maintained. In order to encourage progress on this Vital issue, however, it is our view that in preparing the reports of the Secretary-General, efforts must be made to avoid using terminology or making references that do not reflect the situation in the field.”

    2002-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4646 (2002) · source

42. “President Xanana Gusmao's Visit to East Nusa Tenggara early this month is also part of the redoubled efforts being made by Indonesia and Timor-Leste to encourage the remaining refugees to return. We take note of the Secretary-General's remarks concerning the low rate of returns in the past two months. One of the major impediments is the lack of the financial support envisaged when the Joint Appeal by Indonesia and the United Nations was launched last November. We therefore reiterate the need for the international community to contribute generously and fulfil its financial commitments to the Joint Appeal. Only through concerted efforts by Indonesia, Timor- Leste and the international community can this problem be solved expeditiously and comprehensively.”

    2002-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4646 (2002) · source

43. “Indonesia is proud of the modest strides made in its relationship with Timor-Leste, symbolized by the creation of the Joint Commission and the holding of the South-West Pacific Dialogue. To us, such meetings are a reflection of the mature cooperation between two sovereign States. I believe such cooperation deserves the wholehearted support of the Council and the international community. I should like now to touch on the issue of refugees, which has been on the table for some time. Indonesia expects a comprehensive solution by the end of this year. Towards that end, my Government will provide additional incentives for those who opt to return to Timor-Leste by the end of this year.”

    2002-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4646 (2002) · source

44. “In this connection, it may be recalled that in April and May 2002, Indonesia and UNTAET undertook a joint reconnaissance survey aimed at working towards the delimitation of the land border between Indonesia and Timor-Leste, including the enclave. Both nations have also arranged to commence formal discussions on maritime border issues by the first half of 2003. At the regional level, it is also my pleasure to point out that early last month, Indonesia's South-West Pacific Dialogue initiative was realized; Timor-Leste is a founding participant in that process. Its attendance at Association of South-East Asian Nations meetings bodes well for the further integration of Timor-Leste into longer-term relationships with the region.”

    2002-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4646 (2002) · source

45. “The Commission established five working groups to deal with border issues, trade and finance, legal matters, educational and cultural affairs and transport and communications. With particular reference to the complex border question, both sides agreed to adapt the former Joint Border Committee of Indonesia and the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET). That body's first meeting was originally scheduled for 18 and 19 November 2002, but, because of Ramadan, it has been rescheduled for 18 and 19 December. The Committee has been charged with finalizing an agreement by 30 June 2003.”

    2002-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4646 (2002) · source

46. “It is in this connection that we are pleased to applaud the progress that Timor-Leste has made since its independence. As we declared in this Chamber last May, the Government of Indonesia has supported UNMISET in the execution of its mandate, and it will continue to do so. It is our firm belief that progress in Timor-Leste will require the cooperation of the members of the international community. The first meeting, in Jakarta last month, of the Joint Ministerial Commission for Bilateral Cooperation, set up by Indonesia and Timor-Leste in July 2002 to facilitate consultation and cooperation, marked a further step on the path towards improved bilateral relations between the Governments of Timor- Leste and of Indonesia.”

    2002-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4646 (2002) · source

47. “Allow me to express the gratitude of the delegation of Indonesia to you, Mr. President, and to the delegation of China, for convening this open meeting on the Situation in Timor- Leste. We acknowledge the presence in our midst today of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor, Ambassador Kamalesh Sharma. We welcome him back to New York; my Government certainly has had the privilege of working closely with him. We thank him for his thoughtful statement to the Council, which he made earlier. My delegation is also grateful to the Secretary-General for his report. As is well known, Indonesia had, even before Timor-Leste became an independent State last May, developed a warm and special relationship with the one hundred and ninety-first Member of our Organization.”

    2002-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4646 (2002) · source

48. “Finally, Indonesia calls attention to the point that the situation in Iraq should not be viewed in isolation. In our view, it is crucial that the international community see the larger picture of the Middle East, with particular reference to the situation in Palestine, as well see the situation in the context of the challenge of terrorism. It is our considered opinion that there is a sense in which these issues, and therefore the response to them, must be seen as related.”

    2002-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4625Resumption1 (2002) · source

49. “To that end, it must fully comply with all the relevant resolutions of the Security Council and work at finding a comprehensive solution that would lead to the lifting of United Nations sanctions. Indonesia feels that despite what seems to be the prevailing sabre-rattling at the moment, there is a good chance to avoid military action and to win back both regional and global peace in this situation. We call on the Council to seize this opportunity to demonstrate that when necessary, it will go the extra mile to ensure that peace prevails and not have to explain war afterwards. This issue touches upon the mandate of the Council, and it is in the interest the multilateralism of United Nations that the Council lives up to the best expectations ofthe membership.”

    2002-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4625Resumption1 (2002) · source

50. “It would therefore be unfortunate for Iraq to have to face another war, which would be a further setback to its economy and its people and create a humanitarian crisis even deeper than what Iraq has seen so far. This does not have to be, and the Council has it in its power to prevent it from happening. In our view, now that Iraq has agreed to allow United Nations inspectors back into the country, the door has been re-opened to peace. There is no doubt about it: Iraq must not only allow in the United Nations Monitoring, Verification and Inspection Commission (UNMOVIC), but also see that the return of the inspectors is a new window by means of which it can protect its people.”

    2002-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4625Resumption1 (2002) · source