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Hoscheit

lines on the record: 125
first: 2005-01-12
most recent: 2005-06-21
sittings or episodes: 13
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“In conclusion, five years after the adoption of resolution 1296 (2000), it is clear that the situation concerning the protection of civilians in armed conflict has not improved much. Without prejudging the Secretary-General's assessment in his next report, which is due at the end of this year, it would seem that there is a clear need to strengthen the framework of the protection of civilians in armed conflict, possibly through the adoption of a new resolution. In any event, I assure the Council that the European Union will remain fully committed to international endeavours to enhance the protection of civilians in armed conflict.”
2005-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5209 (2005) · source
“Occurrences of direct and deliberate targeting are increasing, but civilians also continue to suffer from the indirect consequences of armed conflict, for example, the destruction or deliberate misuse by parties to the conflict of health or education infrastructures, such as hospitals and schools. When I had the honour of addressing the Council during its recent open debate on peacebuilding, I noted that the protection of civilians was one of the many elements of a comprehensive and coherent peacebuilding strategy. While the protection of civilians is now included in the mandate of every peacekeeping operation, it must remain on the agenda when a given situation transitions to a longer-term peacebuilding phase. The future Peacebuilding Commission will clearly play a pivotal role in that respect.”
2005-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5209 (2005) · source
“Where States will not or cannot provide such protection, the international community must do so. In that context, I would like to repeat our call for improved humanitarian access in all areas where aid is so desperately needed. The role of regional organizations must be highlighted. In that context, the European Union commends the African Union (AU) for its leadership in the Darfur region of the Sudan, where the AU monitoring mission has shown demonstrable results in reducing occurrences of violent crimes in the areas it patrols. The European Union actively supports the expansion of the African Union mission in Darfur and has recently announced a sizeable aid package.”
2005-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5209 (2005) · source
“In that context, the European Union urges all its partners swiftly and fully to implement all recommendations adopted in the report of the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations. It looks forward to the swift establishment of the group of legal experts and the conclusion of their work on the legal ramifications of some of the proposed recommendations. I mentioned briefly the situation of refugees and internally displaced persons. As they seek protection abroad or in their own country, fleeing armed conflict or specific threats, they sometimes remain in danger even in their place of refuge. Men are killed, and women and girls are raped and sometimes killed. Sometimes camps are targeted; they are often inadequately protected. There is therefore a clear need for increased physical protection.”
2005-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5209 (2005) · source
“The European Union strongly condemns sexual and gender- based crimes and expects that the recent referral of the situation in Darfur to the International Criminal Court (ICC) and the forthcoming investigation by the ICC Prosecutor will address these crimes. A persistent climate of impunity facilitates the commission of such crimes. The situation in Darfur should therefore serve as a signal of the determination of the international community to uphold the rule of law, to end impunity and to bring the perpetrators to justice, there or elsewhere. I wish to take this opportunity to welcome the presidential statement of 31 May 2005 condemning all acts of sexual abuse and exploitation committed by United Nations peacekeeping personnel.”
2005-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5209 (2005) · source
“However, when a State is unable or unwilling to protect its civilians, or when crimes such as genocide, ethnic cleansing, crimes against humanity, war crimes or massive and grave human rights violations occur or threaten to occur, the international community must respond. While small arms and light weapons take a large toll in today's conflicts, especially in Africa, one of the most brutal weapons used systematically in places such as Darfur and the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, for instance, is rape and the sexual enslavement of women and children, including among refugees and internally displaced persons.”
2005-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5209 (2005) · source
“The European Union has endorsed the Secretary-General's important proposal concerning the responsibility to protect. The protection of civilian populations is a moral imperative for the international community; it is a collective and shared responsibility. In its resolution 1296 (2000), the Security Council has indicated its readiness to consider threats to peace and security of this nature and, where necessary, adopt appropriate steps. While we renew our commitment to those principles, we cannot forget that the primary responsibility to protect lies with individual sovereign States.”
2005-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5209 (2005) · source
“But the fact that such practices, which involve gross violations of human rights and international humanitarian law against the most vulnerable groups, have managed to spill over into the twenty-first century is something that deeply concerns us. Mr. Egeland has just given us numerous examples, and I take this opportunity to congratulate him and to thank him for his courageous and committed work and for that of the United Nations personnel who are involved in the protection of civilians. Today's debate on the protection of civilians is very timely, not only because we are aware that human rights violations are occurring even as we are meeting here, but also because, as Members of the United Nations, we are currently engaged in reforming our Organization and in rethinking the way in which it is handling situations of armed conflict.”
2005-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5209 (2005) · source
“Mr. Hoscheit (Luxembourg) (spoke in French): I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The acceding countries Bulgaria and Romania, the candidate countries Turkey and Croatia, the countries of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidates Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Serbia and Montenegro, and the European Free Trade Association country Iceland member of the European Economic Area, as well as Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova, align themselves with this statement. Civilian populations have, in one way or another, suffered the consequences of each and every conflict throughout history. Their deliberate targeting as a means to further military objectives is, unfortunately, not new either.”
2005-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5209 (2005) · source
“It is thus essential to move forward rapidly in the implementation of pilot projects, including those in areas where Kosovo Serbs form the majority. Despite the many justified caveats, the Secretary- General's recommendation to initiate a critical and comprehensive review of standards implementation this summer is a momentous event for the people of Kosovo. That recommendation should be interpreted as both a recognition by the international community of progress already achieved and a powerful incentive to maintain and increase the momentum of ongoing reforms. The European Union will continue to support a democratic and multi-ethnic Kosovo, characterized by the protection that it provides to its minorities, as it endeavours to translate into reality its European aspirations, regardless of its future status.”
2005-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5188 (2005) · source
“When I had the opportunity to address the Council on this issue in February (see S/PV.5130), I said that the protection of minority communities, the return of refugees and displaced persons, freedom of movement and decentralization were areas that needed particular attention, given their direct link to our common goal of a democratic and multi-ethnic Kosovo. In his report, the Secretary-General notes some measure of improvement in all of those areas except the central issue of local government reform and, in particular, decentralization, where progress has been lacking. As the Secretary-General points out in paragraph 9 of his report (S/2005/335), "achieving concrete results in the local government reform process will influence prospects for the political process to determine Kosovo's future status".”
2005-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5188 (2005) · source
“Despite the assessment that sufficient progress has been made to justify the start of an exhaustive evaluation at this point, the European Union recognizes that none of the eight standards has been fully implemented, and that deficiencies remain in key priority areas. The Provisional Institutions and Kosovo's political leaders should therefore be aware that neither the outcome of the review process nor the initiation of any further steps thereafter is not a foregone conclusion. The implementation of the standards is a long-term endeavour and is expected to continue throughout the evaluation process and beyond.”
2005-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5188 (2005) · source
“The European Union shares the Secretary- General's assessment that, given the commitment of the Provisional Institutions and the progress being achieved in what were identified as priority areas, and assuming that such progress will continue uninterrupted, the comprehensive review foreseen in the Security Council presidential statement of 12 December 2003 (S/PRST/2003/26) should take place this summer. We therefore support the Secretary- General's intention to appoint a Special Envoy to conduct that review in the near future, and we welcome the openness and broad scope of the review process.”
2005-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5188 (2005) · source
“The European Union attaches great importance to the establishment of a direct and sustained high-level dialogue among all Kosovo communities, as well as between Belgrade and Pristina. It notes with interest that meetings between the respective Presidents and Prime Ministers might take place soon. It furthermore calls upon all communities to actively participate in the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government and in all ongoing processes. In that context, the European Union welcomes the participation this week, for the first time, of Kosovo Serb representatives at the meeting of the working group on decentralization, and it calls upon Belgrade to encourage further Kosovo Serb participation in the political life of Kosovo.”
2005-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5188 (2005) · source
“Most important, we note that the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government have shown an encouraging and demonstrable level of commitment to move forward in the implementation of the standards. The security situation during the period under review was generally calm. We commend the political leaders for their stance and for the mature manner in which they handled the announcement by the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia of the indictment of the former Prime Minister, as well as for the fairly smooth process leading to the appointment of a new Prime Minister. For the European Union, cooperation with the Tribunal has always been, and remains, a key issue in Kosovo and in the region as a whole, as it has direct impact on progress towards its European ambitions.”
2005-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5188 (2005) · source
“Mr. Hoscheit (Luxembourg) (spoke in French): I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. the acceding countries Bulgaria and Romania, the candidate countries Turkey and Croatia and the European Free Trade Association countries Iceland and Norway, members of the European Economic Area, align themselves with this statement. Let me begin by thanking the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK), Mr. Soren Jessen-Petersen, for his briefing and for his work, and by reiterating the European Union's full support for his work. Since the Secretary-General and the Special Representative last reported to the Council on the situation in Kosovo in February, significant progress has been achieved.”
2005-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5188 (2005) · source
“In order to bridge the gap between the end of an armed conflict and the achievement of sustainable development, and to ensure the formulation of a comprehensive and coherent strategy for peacebuilding in specific post-conflict situations, we need an institutional mechanism that involves all relevant actors. In this context, the European Union welcomes the Secretary-General's proposal to establish a Peacebuilding Commission and endorses the main purposes and functions set out in his explanatory note. The European Union also recognizes the importance of sustained, assured and predictable funding for peacebuilding activities.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“The European Union intends to develop its capacity to work more with the United Nations so as to assist countries emerging from conflict and will accordingly endeavour to link emergency relief, rehabilitation and development. We are also firmly committed to developing our cooperation with the African Union and subregional organizations. The European Union action plan in support of peace and security in Africa focuses on a number of practical actions that are largely oriented towards peacebuilding. In that context, the European Union will today submit to the pledging conference in Addis Ababa a comprehensive and substantial offer of support to assist the African Union's efforts in Darfur.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“An integrated rule-of-law mission for Iraq will be launched in July 2005, through which some 770 people will be trained. In order to address immediate needs, the European Union will need to further develop its capacity to deploy multifunctional civilian crisis- management resources in an integrated format and at short notice for use in the context of European Union- led autonomous missions or of operations conducted by other organizations, such as the United Nations or the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe. A European Union rapid civilian-response capability could contribute added value to international peacebuilding efforts.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“In every situation there is a risk that the international community will assist only partly in the process. Ongoing assistance must be guaranteed, particularly with regard to DDR programmes. In the area of civilian crisis management, the European Union is active in a number of priority areas. These include police training, since civilian police have an important role to play in post-conflict environments, promotion of the rule of law, strengthening civilian administration, civil protection and security sector reinforcement. Five operations, involving the mobilization of 1,300 personnel on the ground, are currently under way: police training missions in Bosnia and Herzegovina, in the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia and in two areas in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and a rule-of- law mission in Georgia.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“The European Union is also striving to consolidate post-conflict reconstruction processes worldwide - often in close cooperation with the United Nations or by supporting United Nations operations - through a range of activities, including institution-building, the rehabilitation of basic infrastructure, disarmament, demobilization and reintegration activities (DDR) and security sector reform, as well as through support for reconciliation and regional integration processes, human rights and democratization activities. But we can, and must, improve our focus and the effectiveness of our actions. We must be able to respond rapidly to specific situations and adapt our response to the particular circumstances, using the appropriate mix of instruments.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“The European Union, for its part, has used its development policy and other cooperation programmes to provide a basis for post-conflict reconstruction activities. These constitute powerful instruments for addressing the root causes of conflict and thus preventing their re-emergence. The European Union, which provides some 55 per cent of development assistance, 66 per cent of grant assistance and around 55 per cent of humanitarian assistance worldwide, must play - and is, indeed, playing - a lead role in addressing post-conflict challenges.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“Regional and subregional organizations must participate in peacebuilding activities at the earliest possible stage. One challenge related to peacebuilding is effectively to bring together the various actors, instruments and capabilities based on their comparative advantages. From the outset, special attention should be given to avoid any duplication between the activities carried out by integrated peacekeeping operations and those falling under the purview of United Nations specialized agencies and programmes, as well as to the early involvement of the international financial institutions. A further deepening of the dialogue and practical cooperation between the United Nations and other international or regional organizations, including during the mission-planning phase, is also needed.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“While outside assistance can be indispensable in creating a secure environment, national ownership allowing for an early involvement, including at the planning stage, of actors at the local and national levels in post-conflict peacebuilding activities and their accountability for long-term development is equally indispensable. That will help ensure the sustainability of both the security environment and of subsequent peacebuilding activities. International efforts to foster ownership must build on local potential by using existing resources as early as possible in the process. To avoid any relapse caused by cross-border interference, regional problems need regional solutions as well as policies based on a regional perspective. West Africa is probably the most telling example in that context.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“Post-conflict scenarios are complex situations calling for a comprehensive and coherent strategy involving a variety of different needs, actors and tools as well as a broad spectrum of activities such as the protection of civilians, disarmament, demobilization, the reintegration of combatants, security sector reform, reconciliation, the rebuilding of institutions and of basic infrastructures, as well as timely support for sustainable social and economic development, the establishment of effective and democratic governance, respect for the rule of law and human rights, and the full and equal participation of women, in accordance with resolution 1325 (2000).”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“Experience has shown that peacebuilding activities are crucial to ensuring that countries emerging from war avoid any relapse into violence and conflict by assisting them in their transition to lasting peace and long-term development.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“Mr. Hoscheit (Luxembourg) (spoke in French): Mr. President, your presence at today's debate, convened in such a timely manner by the Danish presidency of the Security Council, stresses the importance that we must attach to the subject that we are discussing today. I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The acceding countries Bulgaria and Romania, the candidate countries Turkey and Croatia, countries of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidates Albania, the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia and Serbia and Montenegro, as well as Ukraine, align themselves with this statement. The European Union fully recognizes the need to bridge the gap in United Nations machinery that exists between the end of armed conflict and the resumption of sustainable development through post-conflict peacebuilding.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“The support provided by the European Union covers all sectors and, in the near future, as a new member of the African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) States, Timor-Leste will also benefit from the European Development Fund, which supports the signatories of the EU-ACP Cooperation Agreement. I would like to conclude by expressing our appreciation for the efforts of the Government of Timor-Leste and the determination of the Timorese people to build a viable, just and democratic State. The European Union is committed to remaining a reliable partner in assisting Timor-Leste to achieve long-term stability and sustainable economic development, in close coordination with other bilateral and multilateral donors.”
2005-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5180 (2005) · source
“We look forward to the Commission's upcoming report and recommendations proposing ways to address the issue, including how examination of the question could assist the Truth and Friendship Commission recently created by Indonesia and Timor-Leste. We hope that the two commissions can work together to ensure that justice is done. The European Union welcomes the fact that the overall security situation in Timor-Leste has remained generally calm and stable, while recognizing the need for the international community to remain vigilant in that regard. Since 1999, the European Union and its member States have provided vital assistance to Timor-Leste, contributing nearly â‚¬700 million to its development. That represents half of the foreign aid the country has received.”
2005-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5180 (2005) · source
“The recent visit of the President of Indonesia to Timor-Leste demonstrates that relations between the two neighbours continue to be strengthened. However, we remain concerned at the lack of progress in the fight against impunity. Those responsible for serious human rights violations committed in Timor-Leste in 1999 must be held accountable for their crimes, in conformity with Security Council resolutions 1573 (2004) and 1599 (2005). In that context, the European Union urges all parties to cooperate fully with the Commission of Experts appointed by the Secretary-General to review the judicial process in the two countries.”
2005-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5180 (2005) · source
“Of course, the European Union's assessment has not changed substantially since the end of February, when I last had the honour of taking the floor in this Chamber on the question of Timor-Leste. Our message largely remains the same: tangible progress has been achieved in numerous areas, but challenges remain in others, and further international assistance is essential. In that context, priority should be given to the implementation of quick-impact projects. The European Union welcomes the peaceful holding of local elections in three further districts and the progress achieved in reinforcing the legal framework of Timor-Leste. Efforts to strengthen the judicial system should be continued in order to ensure real access to justice for all citizens and the respect of due process.”
2005-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5180 (2005) · source
“We welcome the adoption of resolution 1599 (2005) which established a one-year follow-on special political mission mandated, inter alia, to support the development of critical State institutions through specialized training and technical advice and to promote the rule of law, democratic governance and human rights. Through implementation of that mandate the mission will assist the Timorese in their continuing journey towards self-sustainability. Nevertheless, international assistance should complement the efforts of the United Nations Office in Timor-Leste (UNOTIL) in supporting Timor Leste's public administration. Today's meeting also allows for a review of the overall political situation in Timor-Leste three years after its independence.”
2005-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5180 (2005) · source
“We also commend the entire personnel of the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor for its invaluable contribution over the last three years to ensure a smooth transition from peacekeeping to a sustainable development framework in Timor-Leste, under the able leadership of the successive Special Representatives of the Secretary-General, Mr. Kamalesh Sharma and Mr. Sukehiro Hasegawa. In its previous statement on this issue in February (see S/PV.5132), the European Union endorsed an adequate continued United Nations presence in Timor- Leste after the expiration of UNMISET's mandate.”
2005-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5180 (2005) · source
“Annabi for the report which he has just introduced, above all because we believe that the United Nations has achieved a great deal in supporting the Timorese people in their quest for peace, independence and development since the establishment of the United Nations Mission in East Timor (UNAMET) in 1999. Today's meeting is an occasion to remember all those who lost their lives to bring peace and freedom to others and to pay tribute to the dedication and professionalism of the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET), as well as to the leadership of the former Special Representative of the Secretary-General, the late Sergio Vieira de Mello, in assisting the people of Timor-Leste in their transition towards independence.”
2005-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5180 (2005) · source
“Mr. Hoscheit (Luxembourg) (spoke in French): I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The acceding countries Bulgaria and Romania, the candidate countries Turkey and Croatia, the countries of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidates Albania, Serbia and Montenegro and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia align themselves with this declaration. The European Union is pleased to have the opportunity today to make some observations on the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET). Four days before its mandate expires, the European Union thanks Mr.”
2005-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5180 (2005) · source
“Let me conclude by reaffirming the European Union's firm commitment to support Haiti in its difficult transition process, both in the short term and in the longer term. At the same time, we share the view that the Haitian people themselves, including the Transitional Government, need to shoulder their responsibilities and take ownership of their own future.”
2005-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5178 (2005) · source
“In the meantime, the European Union has been concentrating on projects in three areas where the Haitian population will see rapid benefits, including through job creation: infrastructure, especially road construction; education, including rehabilitation of schools; and democratization, in particular through support for elections and for justice-sector reform. Security and development are interlinked elements of a comprehensive solution to the crisis in Haiti, as illustrated by the fact that the Security Council mission took place in conjunction with that of the Ad Hoc Advisory Group on Haiti of the Economic and Social Council. The European Union supports the view that a long-term United Nations presence is required and acknowledges the need for improved coordination between MINUSTAH and the various development actors in Haiti.”
2005-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5178 (2005) · source
“Excluding bilateral contributions by member States, the European Union's pledge made at the Washington donor conference has since been increased to â‚¬294 million. The European Union is doing what it can to accelerate disbursements and programme implementation, in order to tangibly improve living conditions and reduce poverty in Haiti. To that end, the European Commission staff in Haiti has been reinforced and procedures for project implementation have been simplified. This being said, the projects financed through the European Development Fund require close cooperation with the Haitian authorities, who must implement those projects. The lack of an effectively functioning public administration significantly hampers progress in such projects.”
2005-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5178 (2005) · source
“In that context, we are following very closely the voter registration effort currently under way under the supervision of the Organization of American States. As I indicated to the Council in January (see S/PV.5110), the European Union is examining the possibility of dispatching an election observer mission to Haiti. To that end, an assessment mission is planned for the beginning of the summer, and â‚¬20.5 million has been earmarked to support the elections. The Haitian people must be provided with the capacity to ensure the country's long-term stability and prosperity. The European Union is of the view that genuine long-term stability in Haiti requires a strengthened economy and sustainable development.”
2005-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5178 (2005) · source
“The Union reaffirms that the ongoing crisis in Haiti can be resolved only by peaceful means through a constitutional and inclusive political process. That process must include national dialogue, compromise and reconciliation and must lead to free and fair elections by the end of this year and to the transfer of power to elected authorities by 7 February 2006. All political forces that have renounced violence should be actively encouraged to participate in the national dialogue. The elections planned for this year will be an essential building block in a long-term effort to rebuild the country. To maintain the necessary momentum, the announced calendar for the elections must be respected.”
2005-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5178 (2005) · source
“To further assist the Haitian National Police, a temporary increase in the civilian police component of MINUSTAH and an adjustment of its mandate in order to address the increasing security challenges should be considered for the period leading up to the elections. The European Union remains gravely concerned at the human rights violations which have been and continue to be committed in Haiti. While a strong police response is needed to restore law and order, it must respect human rights standards. There should be thorough investigations into alleged human rights violations by the Haitian National Police. We call again on the Transitional Government to take the measures necessary to put an end to impunity. The European Union welcomes the official launching of the national dialogue by the Interim President.”
2005-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5178 (2005) · source
“The Haitian National Police is struggling to maintain law and order. An adequate and effective demobilization, disarmament and reintegration programme is still lacking, and we take note of the mission's concerns regarding the firm commitment of the Transitional Government in that regard. The establishment of the National Commission on Disarmament is a welcome first step, but substantial and speedy progress is needed in this field, with the assistance of MINUSTAH, in advance of the elections in the fall. The persistence of widespread violence in some areas of the country would pose a serious risk to the elections, as a secure environment is essential for political debate, campaigning and voting.”
2005-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5178 (2005) · source
“At this crucial time for the future of Haiti, the European Union welcomes the opportunity to discuss the findings of the recent mission the Security Council undertook there, on which Ambassador Sardenberg briefed the Council this morning, in conjunction with the mission of the Ad Hoc Advisory Group on Haiti of the Economic and Social Council, whose findings Ambassador Rock has just presented. We feel that three areas need our particular attention at this juncture: the security situation, the upcoming elections and sustainable economic development. While the mission is of the view that some measure of progress has been achieved regarding security, including through improved cooperation between the Haitian National Police and the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH), we note that the overall situation remains fragile.”
2005-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5178 (2005) · source
“Mr. Hoscheit (Luxembourg) (spoke in French): For the first time under your presidency of the Council, Madam, I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The acceding countries Bulgaria and Romania, the candidate countries Turkey and Croatia, the countries of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidates Albania, Serbia and Montenegro and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia and the country of the European Free Trade Association Iceland, member of the European Economic Area, align themselves with this statement.”
2005-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5178 (2005) · source
“Allow me to conclude by commending the Chairpersons of the three Committees on their work and by reiterating that the European Union remains firmly committed to combating the continued threat of terrorism through a comprehensive and integrated approach that involves strengthening both national and international cooperation, in accordance with the principles on which the European Union is founded.”
2005-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5168 (2005) · source
“The EU is convinced that efforts to combat terrorism must respect human rights and fundamental freedoms. Counter-terrorism actions must at all times be accompanied by the respect of due process and the rule of law. There can be no trade-off between human rights and effective security measures. Indeed, respect for human rights must remain an integral part of any global counter-terrorism strategy. The EU also believes that, in order to be effective in the long run, our response to terrorism must also address its root causes.”
2005-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5168 (2005) · source
“Before concluding, I wish to make two more general observations. As the Secretary-General rightly points out in his recent report entitled "In larger freedom", terrorism is a threat to all the values that the United Nations stands for, and our strategy to combat that phenomenon must be comprehensive and multifaceted and encompass the whole United Nations system. The European Union fully supports the Secretary- General's call on Member States to agree, by the end of the sixtieth session of the General Assembly, on a comprehensive convention that includes a definition of terrorism. The recent adoption of the Convention for the Suppression of Acts of Nuclear Terrorism represents an important step in the right direction. The European Union hopes that it will be signed and ratified without reservation by as many States as possible.”
2005-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5168 (2005) · source
“We strongly urge all components of the United Nations system to act swiftly so that the Counter-Terrorism Executive Directorate can become fully operational. Given that terrorists have declared their willingness to acquire nuclear, biological and chemical weapons, the European Union underlines the crucial importance of resolution 1540 (2004). In that context, we welcome the fact that the 1540 Committee's first four experts have now been recruited and that the first reports submitted by Member States are currently being considered. The European Union supports the Committee's quarterly work programme and, in particular, the Committee's interaction with international, regional and subregional bodies in the area of non-proliferation with a view to strengthening the international non-proliferation regime.”
2005-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5168 (2005) · source
“At the same time, the European Union is convinced that there is an urgent need to review the delisting procedures in order to improve them. The European Union unreservedly supports the fifteenth 90-day work programme of the Counter- Terrorism Committee (CTC) (S/2005/266), particularly with regard to formulating a set of best practices to help States implement the provisions of Security Council resolution 1373 (2001) related to the financing of terrorism and to other important aspects of the resolution. We are particularly pleased that the Committee made its first visit to a Member State - with the participation of the European Union - in March and that three more visits are planned in the near future.”
2005-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5168 (2005) · source
“I should also like to recall the importance of a broad and sustained dialogue with Member States and with international, regional and subregional organizations in order to strengthen counter-terrorism capacities. The European Union, for its part, is actively pursuing its relations with third countries - including through visits and direct dialogue - and is considering, inter alia, possible technical assistance. The European Union welcomes the efforts undertaken to improve the sanctions regime against Al- Qaida and the Taliban and encourages Member States to cooperate fully with the 1267 Committee and its Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team, particularly by providing information and names to add to the consolidated list. If it is to be credible and operational, the list must be precise and based on the proper indicators.”
2005-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5168 (2005) · source