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Hyseni

lines on the record: 156
first: 2008-07-25
most recent: 2010-08-03
sittings or episodes: 9
sources: un-security-council

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“The visit to which President Tadic' referred was carried out on a very specific day: on the day of the solemn inauguration of the new municipal assembly in Shterpce. That should not have happened. It was a clear provocation: a clear challenge to the security situation in that Serb-majority municipality. And we consider that and other recent actions on the part of the Republic of Serbia into Kosovo to be clear provocations and a clear challenge to security and stability in Kosovo. What we stand for is in fact a profound understanding with the Republic of Serbia, and we are ready to seek ways that are acceptable to all sides to work together. We should help one another as we move ahead with European and NATO integration. But we cannot and will not discuss Kosovo's status: Kosovo's independence.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“But we are not yet rich enough to allow any of our citizens not to pay for what they purchase. Still, we are willing to look into the possibility of various subventions, as we have done in the past, to meet the needs of our citizens. Ijust need also to clarify, for the sake of better understanding, the issue of a so-called minister for Kosovo visiting Kosovo. As all members may know, there is a principled agreement between the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo, the international presence in Kosovo, and the authorities in Belgrade to announce such visits. The order is thus: the visits are announced to the international presence in Kosovo, and the latter comes to us seeking agreement- which of course we give. And we facilitate those visits. We provide an escort; we provide transportation: whatever we are required to do.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“But Serbia is blocking our participation, as it is blocking our exports. We buy a lot from Serbia; we import a lot. But we cannot export to Serbia, because Serbia has been blocking exports from Kosovo. The electricity issue has become almost ridiculous. I would like to know: in what country where there is profound law and order are citizens allowed not to pay their electricity bills? We have tolerated that in Kosovo for more than 10 years, and we are willing to look into the needs of our communities - into the needs of members of the Serb community in the first place - as we have done for more than 10 years. For more than 10 years, the vast majority of the members of the Serb community have not paid their electricity bills. We are a country which is scoring economic growth and which is making progress.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“Dialogue on Kosovo's independence and negotiations on Kosovo's independence are unacceptable. It is something we cannot and will not subscribe to. Let me re-emphasize Kosovo's willingness and readiness, as soon as tomorrow, to sit with the authorities in Belgrade and discuss any issue whatsoever of common interest ~ and trust me: there are many issues of that kind. We would like to see Belgrade joining in the efforts of other countries in the Western Balkans to build a better future for all: a European future; a North Atlantic future. I wish to comment very briefly on a few claims that were made here today. With respect to the participation of Kosovo in regional structures and initiatives, yes, Kosovo is willing to take part in all such initiatives, as we are certain that that would benefit not only Kosovo but also the region.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“One should not interpret wishfully any statement coming out of Kosovo. We are not being obstructive or interfering in Serbia or in any system in Serbia, as the Serbian Government has been doing by interfering very disruptively in many systems of Kosovo. Kosovo possesses and is a single legal entity: a single judiciary and juridical entity. Nominating prosecutors and judges for the courts in Kosovo constitutes a severe attack on the systems of another country - a neighbouring country. That sort of continued interference may destabilize the region; it may destabilize Kosovo. We all want to avoid that. I can assure the Council that Kosovo is the last country on Earth to destabilize the region. Quite the opposite: we all know how significantly - how critically - Kosovo's independence contributed to regional peace and safety.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“Mr. Hyseni: For the sake of clarification, I wish to state that Kosovo and Serbia negotiated final status for Kosovo for two and a half years. At the end of those negotiations - at the final round of talks, which took place in Vienna - the Kosovo side proposed a friendship and cooperation treaty between Kosovo and Serbia, suggesting that joint commissions would be established as instruments to observe the implementation of provisions on the protection of the Serb minority in Kosovo. Kosovo is committed to peace and dialogue with all its neighbours, and that is what Kosovo has been engaged in. I cannot leave this Chamber without clearly underscoring that Kosovo is the last country which would want disorder or destabilization. Kosovo has suffered for too long - for more than a century - under various foreign regimes.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“President, and the members of the Council for the opportunity to present the views of Kosovo. We look forward to working with all the members of the Council and, indeed, with all Members of the United Nations as we promote the shared goals of international peace and regional stability and cooperation in the Western Balkans.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“The recent so-called nomination of prosecutors and judges for the courts in Kosovo by authorities of Serbia was another severe attack on the court system of Kosovo, apparently with a clear aim of undermining the ongoing decentralization process and establishing Serb majority municipalities. It is also an attempt to obstruct and undermine joint efforts of the EULEX and Kosovo authorities to restore law and order across Kosovo through the establishment of multi-ethnic institutions. The continued destabilizing interference of Serbia in my country is unacceptable, and it must end. Kosovo, for its part, will continue to seek ways to further strengthen and improve relations with its neighbours, including Serbia. That remains one of my Government's key priorities. In conclusion, I wish to thank you, Mr.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“The overall security situation in the Republic of Kosovo is calm and stable, although the situation in the north remains an issue of concern. Continued and additional effort is needed to see further improvement of the situation and progress in that part of Kosovo. The institutions and the Government of the Republic of Kosovo have been working and cooperating closely with European Union Rule of Law Mission to combat crime and corruption, as well as to prevent further destructive action of parallel and criminal structures in the north. Unfortunately, extremely disruptive interference on the part of the Government of the Republic of Serbia in the Republic of Kosovo and support for parallel structures has continued.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“Now it is more certain than ever before that the common future of both Kosovo and Serbia - and indeed, of all Western Balkan countries - lies in eventual membership in the European Union, as contemplated in the European Commission's recent report of October 2009. We also look forward to the day when we will be able to take our place as a Member of the United Nations. The commitments expressed in our declaration of independence and in our constitution demonstrate our willingness to assume the responsibility of such membership. In line with that, my Government has recently agreed on a draft law to enable Kosovo to implement the Security Council sanctions, and the Parliament of the Republic of Kosovo is expected to adopt that draft law shortly.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“As all statements to the Court are now available to the public, let me just emphasize that the Republic of Kosovo has asked the International Court of Justice if it deems it appropriate to respond to the request for an advisory opinion, in accordance with General Assembly resolution 63/3, finding that the declaration of independence of Kosovo of 17 February 2008 did not contravene any applicable rule of international law. We place full trust in the International Court of Justice. As I said in my address to the Court, we cannot and should not forget the crimes against humanity and other horrors that the Republic of Serbia inflicted upon the people of Kosovo; such things must never happen again. Yet we in Kosovo are determined to look towards the future. We are determined to preserve peace and security in Kosovo and in the region.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“The turnout of voters in Serb majority municipalities was as high as 54 per cent, in Shterpce, a municipality in southern Kosovo, whereas in the three new municipalities of Gracanice, Kllokot and Ranillug, the turnout was around 22 per cent. As a result, today we have four elected Serb mayors from the Independent Liberal Party (SLS) in four municipalities. The second development I wish to underscore is the oral statements to the International Court of Justice, on 1 to 11 December 2009. The delegation of the Republic of Kosovo, headed by the Minister for Foreign Affairs, addressed the Court on 1 December, offering substantive information for the proceedings.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“The European Parliament ad hoc delegation welcomed, in its statement, the ongoing decentralization process and what it called a peaceful election day in Kosovo. The European Union presidency's statement "welcomed the orderly conduct of municipal elections" as well as broad participation of different ethnic groups. Very positive reactions to the elections came from the NATO Secretary-General, the European Union Special Representative in Kosovo, ambassadors from various States accredited to Pristina and various national and international non-governmental organizations. And the Special Representative of the Secretary-General also "considered the trend towards more active participation by the Kosovo Serb community as an encouraging step towards longer term reconciliation and integration with the local community".”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“That is clear evidence that, despite Serbia's assertions to the contrary and indeed despite the Serbian Government's pressure and calls for a boycott, Kosovo Serbs are increasingly taking part in institution-building in Kosovo. The good participation of Kosovo Serbs in these elections was widely welcomed. In a resolution adopted shortly after the elections, the European Parliament welcomed what it called the unprecedented good participation of Kosovo Serbs, and it regarded this as encouraging indication that the Kosovo Serb community is willing to take up its responsibilities in the Kosovo institutions. We believe that the November elections created new momentum in building up a multi-ethnic Kosovo. In their statements, observer missions also described the 15 November elections as free, fair and democratic.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“On the basis of the Constitution of the Republic of Kosovo and consistent with a number of laws that govern the conduct of elections in Kosovo - that is, the law on general elections and the law on municipal elections, both adopted in June 2008 - we held elections for members of assemblies and mayors of 36 municipalities across Kosovo. The Kosovo Central Election Commission was fully charged with the organization and conduct of these elections. The elections were very orderly and peaceful. Participation of non-majority communities in the election was sizable. Out of 74 entities certified to contest the elections, 40 represent various minority communities. Twenty-two were Kosovo Serb political entities.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“We have also entered into numerous bilateral treaties and agreements with many countries around the world - such as those on investment incentives, law enforcement, cooperation in the field of health, mutual travel of citizens, readmission of persons, economic cooperation, police cooperation, mutual assistance in customs matters, development cooperation, mutual abolition of visas, et cetera - including with Albania, Austria, Denmark, France, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Slovenia, Turkey and the United States. We recently concluded our first treaty- succession agreement, with Belgium. November and December 2009 saw two events that were very important for Kosovo. One was elections.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“Dialogue between our countries can take place on many issues of mutual concern and interest; this can happen only on an equal footing, as dialogue between two independent and sovereign States. We reject any calls for renewed negotiations on status. Furthermore, we consider that calls for renewed negotiations on the status of Kosovo come from people who either are unaware of the situation and the great efforts to achieve consensus or, worse, from those who actively seek to create disorder in the region. New negotiations would be highly disruptive and could even spark new conflict in the region. Kosovo's independence is irreversible, and that will remain the case not only for the sake of Kosovo but also for the sake of sustainable regional peace and security, to which Kosovo's independence has so greatly contributed.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“We wish to extend our deepest appreciation to those three countries for their recognition of our country's independence. On the other hand, Kosovo has entered into diplomatic relations with over 25 States around the world. Following the very successful conclusion of the process of the physical demarcation of the border with the Republic of Macedonia, we signed an agreement on diplomatic relations with that country. The establishment of embassies is under way. On 15 January 2010, diplomatic relations were established with Montenegro as well; ambassadors will be exchanged in due course. Kosovo stands ready to improve its relations with the Republic of Serbia too.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“The well-being of minority communities and the return of Kosovo refugees to their homes and properties have been a priority. The progress achieved during 2009 is obvious. The improvement of conditions in the minority community areas, especially in the Serb-majority municipalities, will remain an issue of high priority for the Government of the Republic of Kosovo during this year as well. We will continue to make special efforts in order to intensify the return of Kosovo Serb refugees and to protect and restore religious and cultural heritage. As for Kosovo's relations with other States, 65 nations around the world have so far recognized Kosovo as an independent and sovereign State. The most recent recognitions came from New Zealand, the Republic of Malawi and the Islamic Republic of Mauritania.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“Before I continue, I also wish to congratulate the five new members - Brazil, Gabon, Lebanon, Nigeria and Bosnia and Herzegovina - on their election to the Security Council. Kosovo has continued to build its State institutions on the basis of our new democratic Constitution, as well as on the basis of the provisions contained in the Ahtisaari comprehensive plan. The year 2009 was a successful one for Kosovo on many fronts. We completed the process of membership with the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank. Recognition of the independence of our country has continued uninterrupted. The Government of Kosovo has been very successful in addressing and resolving many economy, security and justice issues throughout Kosovo.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“Mr. Hyseni: I wish first to extend Kosovo's profound condolences to the Haitian Government on the tragic loss of human life as a result of the catastrophic earthquake that struck that country. At the same time, our condolences go to the Member States that lost citizens who were serving with the United Nations missions in that country. Of course, we wish to extend our condolences to the Secretary-General on the loss of life among United Nations personnel in Haiti. As always, I wish first to thank the Security Council for the opportunity to brief it on the situation in Kosovo, namely, on the continued accomplishments and steady progress that the Republic of Kosovo has continued to make since my last address to the Council, on 15 October 2009.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“We still have 135,000 Serbs living in Kosovo, some in the north, but most of them in the southern part of the country. 70 per cent of the Kosovo Serbs live south of the Ibar river. I believe this forum, the Council, should not be misused to spread inaccuracies that are profoundly misleading. Once again, I assure members that they can count on our firm determination to fight organized crime and corruption. But it is we who will do that, not the Republic of Serbia. The Republic of Serbia will never again be able to hold any court sessions in the Republic of Kosovo.”
2009-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6202 (2009) · source
“I am confident that the authorities in Belgrade are quite aware of many of those mass graves. The best thing to do would be to give the families in Kosovo the information on the whereabouts of their loved ones instead of trying to blame Kosovo, Kosovar Albanians and the Kosovar population for all the atrocities that the Republic of Serbia has, in a very planned manner, carefully carried out through its military, paramilitary or police forces. Finally, I would like to once again thank you, Sir, for your time and patience. I would like to call on you to refer to various statistical data on the number of Serbs ever living in Kosovo. Serb officials continue to speak of 200,000 or 300,000 displaced persons, while, in the best possible case, less than 200,000 Serbs ever lived in Kosovo.”
2009-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6202 (2009) · source
“We have an independent justice system that is fully functional and will be more and more so with the help and support of the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX). We invited EULEX to deploy in Kosovo to help us in the police and justice sectors. We, and not the Republic of Serbia, will prosecute crimes committed by our people in the territory of our country. The old way is over, and will never happen again. We know the ways that the Republic of Serbia used to punish crimes in Kosovo - by collectively wiping villages and thousands of civilians off the face of the Earth. Mr. Jeremic' failed to speak of missing persons, the many persons still missing from Kosovo, the remains of whom are, unfortunately, still somewhere in Serbia in mass graves.”
2009-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6202 (2009) · source
“But let me just say that it is regrettably amazing that we never heard Mr. Jeremie speak of the 12,000 to 15,000 slaughtered Albanians. We never heard Mr. Jeremic' speak of the hundreds of mosques destroyed. We never heard Mr. Jeremic' speak of atrocities committed throughout the former Yugoslavia that were sponsored, organized, planned and carried out by the Government of the Republic of Serbia. The Serbian patrimony is the cultural heritage of Kosovo. It is our cultural heritage, and we intend to protect it by all means and at any cost. We intend to investigate and prosecute any crime committed in Kosovo. I am not going to turn myself either into an investigator or into a judge tonight. I am not the one.”
2009-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6202 (2009) · source
“Turkish, Roma, Egyptian, Bosnian, Ashkali and many other names - non-Albanian members of Parliament of the Republic of Kosovo - will be found there. Organized crime and terrorism are the only words used by some to describe Kosovo. The Kosovo Liberation Army is labelled a terrorist organization. The freedom-fighters of the Kosovo Liberation Army are freedom-fighters. Kosovo, on the other hand, is firmly committed to investigating, pursuing and punishing any crime committed on the territory of the Republic of Kosovo, regardless of the perpetrator. Isolated cases will in no way be allowed to overshadow the efforts of the suffering people of Kosovo to safeguard their freedom and their very existence. I will not respond to each and every inaccuracy that we have heard tonight because I do not want to waste the Council's time.”
2009-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6202 (2009) · source
“Mr. Hyseni: I had so hoped that I would not have to ask to speak a second time today, but a number of inaccuracies that we heard today from Mr. Jeremie require a response. Unfortunately, the efforts to mislead this Council have continued with the presentation of various figures that have nothing in common with reality and with definitions that are in fact profound distortions of reality. What one ethnic group calls secession another calls a declaration of independence. I wish to recall for the Council that the independence of Kosovo was declared and has been supported by every single ethnic group living in Kosovo but the Serb community. Anyone who wishes to see that for themselves has only to go through the signatures signed under the declaration of independence.”
2009-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6202 (2009) · source
“In conclusion, as always I wish to thank the President and the members of the Council for the opportunity to present Kosovo's views. We look forward to working very closely with all the Members of the United Nations and of the Council as we promote shared goals of international peace and security.”
2009-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6202 (2009) · source
“The Republic of Kosovo is firmly committed to pursuing the goal of European Union (EU) membership steadily, and welcomes the specific requirements and recommendations of the European Commission to Kosovo contained in the 2009 progress report. The Government of Kosovo will be working around the clock to deliver on all EU requirements. The Republic of Kosovo appreciates the European Union's support for the economic and political development of Kosovo through a clear European perspective that is fully in line with the same perspective of the rest of the Western Balkans region. In achieving our short-term, mid-term and long-term objectives, the Republic of Kosovo, its institutions and the people of my country will continue to cooperate closely with the EU, the United States, NATO and our neighbours and region.”
2009-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6202 (2009) · source
“The participation of the Republic of Kosovo in regional trade and cooperation is critical to fostering and further strengthening bilateral and regional relations and understanding in the Western Balkans. Again, unfortunately, Belgrade has continued to impede our cooperation with neighbours and the international community by blocking our participation in regional and wider international bodies. Belgrade is also blocking Kosovo's exports to Serbia. Once again, I emphasize that Kosovo's Government has refrained from taking reciprocal measures, as we are confident that they would only hurt both people and businesses on both sides of the border. The establishment of an atmosphere of cooperation and understanding in our region is critical, as all seven nations of the Western Balkans share the same European future.”
2009-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6202 (2009) · source
“In their outreach activities, both President of the Republic Fatmir Sejdiu and Prime Minister Thaci have urged and encouraged Kosovo Serbs to participate in the elections. Regrettably, as we have heard today, there are clear indications that the Government of the Republic of Serbia has been doing quite the opposite, calling on Kosovo Serbs to boycott the elections. Cooperation and the further strengthening of relations with neighbours, as well as regional cooperation in general, have continued to be a priority of the Government of Kosovo. I am very pleased to report to the Council that the maps and the agreement on the physical demarcation of the border line with the Republic of Macedonia have now been initialled. The signing ceremony for the agreement between the Republic of Kosovo and the Republic of Macedonia will take place very soon.”
2009-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6202 (2009) · source
“Comprehensive preparations have taken place to make sure that the upcoming municipal elections are successful and in full compliance with set standards. With more than 70 political entities having been duly certified to participate in the elections, we are confident that this will be another democratic, free and fair election in the Republic of Kosovo. The institutions and the Government have been working hard to create all the conditions for a successful electoral process in the newly established Serb majority municipalities as well. We look forward to sizable and substantial participation by the Serb community in the November elections, as we believe it to be the most effective way to enable Kosovo Serbs to duly participate in the conduct of public affairs.”
2009-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6202 (2009) · source
“As EULEX has already achieved full operational capability, I wish to underline that the Government of the Republic of Kosovo remains deeply committed to cooperating closely with that Mission to combat crime and corruption, as well as illicit and criminal cross-border activities. Nevertheless, I am very happy to report to the Council today that the overall security situation in the Republic of Kosovo is very calm and stable. The electoral campaign for municipal elections was launched today. As the Council knows, the Government of the Republic of Kosovo is now fully in charge of organizing elections. New elections for Kosovo's municipalities are due to take place on 15 November. Those will be the first elections following Kosovo's independence. Kosovo's Central Election Commission is fully responsible for conducting electoral operations.”
2009-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6202 (2009) · source
“While the institutions of Kosovo seek to protect the rights and improve the lives of the members of the Serb community, the Government in Belgrade has been exploiting and confusing them with calls to reject integration and cooperation with Kosovo's institutions. At the same time, Belgrade has failed to offer any assistance or solution to the problems and concerns of the Serb community in Kosovo. The situation in the North remains an issue of concern. However, there has been clear improvement in overall conditions with the deployment of the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX), in particular with its becoming fully functional and operational.”
2009-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6202 (2009) · source
“As Belgrade has continued to support parallel structures in the north, the Government of the Republic of Serbia has been working actively to discourage and prevent the members of the Serb community in Kosovo from working and integrating with the rest of Kosovo's population. Instead, the members of the Serb community in Kosovo are under permanent pressure from Belgrade, with clear instructions to boycott the institutions of Kosovo and any cooperation with both the central and local authorities. Unfortunately, it is the members of the Serb community in Kosovo who suffer most as a result of that approach and mentality.”
2009-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6202 (2009) · source
“The well-being of minority communities and the return of Kosovo refugees to their homes and properties is a standing priority and the process of returns is ongoing, with Government funds allocated for the reconstruction of houses for returnees. Improvement of conditions in the minority community areas, in particular in the Serb majority areas, is an issue the Government of the Republic of Kosovo is paying close attention to, and progress is obvious. There is, however, obstructive interference by the Republic of Serbia in our efforts to improve the living conditions of the Serb citizens of Kosovo.”
2009-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6202 (2009) · source
“On 29 June 2009, the Republic of Kosovo formally signed the articles of agreement of membership with the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank. Membership in those two very important financial institutions has further encouraged the Government of the Republic of Kosovo to intensify efforts to fight crime and corruption. This has also conferred additional responsibilities on the Government of the Republic of Kosovo and reinforced the need to further strengthen the rule of law and maintain macroeconomic stability through fiscal and budgetary discipline. The Government of Kosovo has continued to address and resolve many issues relating to the economy, justice and security and safety throughout Kosovo.”
2009-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6202 (2009) · source
“Mr. Hyseni: Allow me to first express my deep appreciation for the opportunity to brief the members of the Council on the situation in Kosovo, namely on the continued accomplishments and steady progress that the Republic of Kosovo has been making in all areas. Since my most recent statement to the Council, in June, significant progress has been made in the area of state institution-building on the basis of our new democratic Constitution and the provisions contained in the comprehensive plan of Nobel Peace Prize winner Marti Ahtisaari. Two more nations have recognized Kosovo as an independent and sovereign State - the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the Dominican Republic. We would like to extend our deepest appreciation for the recognition of our statehood to the peoples and Governments of Jordan and the Dominican Republic.”
2009-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6202 (2009) · source
“It was established on the basis of recommendations of a Nobel Peace Prize winner, Marti Ahtisaari. I do not think a Nobel Peace Prize winner would ever suggest the establishment of an illegal paramilitary criminal force. I tell Mr. Jeremic' that he should never fear the Kosovo Security Force. What he should fear is the still-too-many supporters of Milosevic in the military and police structures in Serbia. That is what Mr. Jeremie should fear, not the Kosovo Security Force.”
2009-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6144 (2009) · source
“Property will be restored to every single citizen, whether Serb or Albanian, or whatever ethnic background. But I have to just invite the Council's attention to the damage that this kind of game with figures may cause, great damage. Kosovo is a single customs entity and is going to remain as such. Kosovo is also a single judicial entity. Regarding the South-East European Cooperation Process, the Regional Cooperation Council and other regional mechanisms, Kosovo is very much interested in being part of those initiatives. Kosovo is insisting firmly on being part of regional efforts to fight organized crime and cross-border criminal activity and to be part of every single other regional initiative that would benefit the peoples and States all over the region. The Kosovo Security Force is not an illegal paramilitary institution.”
2009-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6144 (2009) · source
“Kosovo is an independent country, and Kosovo will never again seek authorization from Belgrade to do anything whatsoever. That should be clear once and for all. But that should not prevent us from working together. We are willing to work with Belgrade to improve the situation of our Kosovo Serbs, if that is what it takes to have our Kosovo Serbs work with us, because we are willing to deliver on our commitments to improve their lives. We are not willing to make use of unfortunate destinies of individuals in the Serb community for any sort of political sport, because we do not need that. Again, we have an unspeakable game with figures, close to science fiction - 40,000 claims. The Kosovo Property Agency is going to consider carefully every single claim.”
2009-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6144 (2009) · source
“I wish to again inform the Council that the Republic of Serbia - the Government in Belgrade - is not helping the returns. The Government in Belgrade is encouraging the refugees from Kosovo in Serbia not to return so that the Government in Belgrade could have an alibi to tell to respectable forums such as this one that Kosovars are not doing what they should be doing. We have no reason whatsoever to fear the returnees - quite the opposite. As I said earlier, my President, Prime Minister, all members of the Government and ministers are doing their utmost to make sure that all the conditions are there. Ultimately, it is impossible to force - and we do not want to force - any single individual to do what he or she is not willing to do.”
2009-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6144 (2009) · source
“With respect to the returnees, I wish to inform the Council that the Government of the Republic of Kosovo is vitally committed to and interested in returning to their homes every single displaced person and every single refugee - I emphasize, every single one. We stand ready to provide, at whatever cost, conditions for returning every single citizen of ours. However, I have to point out that the kind of game that is being played with figures is not helpful. Two hundred thousand Kosovo Serbs, said Minister Jeremic', are still displaced. I have to repeat yet again that according to the last census - which was conducted by the Serbian-imposed authority in Kosovo * the largest number of Serbs ever living in Kosovo was 195,000. Presently, in Kosovo 135,000 Serbs live. I do not know where that 200,000 figure is found.”
2009-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6144 (2009) · source
“Mr. Hyseni: Cognizant of the Security Council's time, I wish nevertheless to respond to a number of points made by Mr. Jeremic': in an evident effort to mislead the Council, especially when he tried to tell the Council that the independence of Kosovo was declared by the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government - that is, by Albanians alone. I wish to inform the members of the Council that the independence of the Republic of Kosovo was declared by elected representatives of the people of Kosovo, including by all elected representatives of non-Albanian communities except the members of the Serb community. All the representatives of the Bosnian, Turkish, Egyptian, Roma and other communities voted in favour of Kosovo's independence.”
2009-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6144 (2009) · source
“The future of all nations of the Western Balkans is in European integration, and Kosovo intends to pursue this goal very vigorously. To achieve those goals, we in the Republic of Kosovo will continue close cooperation with the European Union, the United States and NATO. In concluding, I would like to re-emphasize Kosovo's commitment toward working with all of the members of the Security Council to promote the shared goals of international peace and security. Once again, I wish to thank you, Mr. President, for the opportunity to present the views of the Republic of Kosovo.”
2009-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6144 (2009) · source
“Our Government has continued to seek ways to improve the conditions in the minority community areas, especially in the Serb majority areas. Unfortunately, the Republic of Serbia has continued to prevent the Serb citizens of Kosovo from cooperating with the institutions of Kosovo. Belgrade has also continued to impede our cooperation with neighbours and the international community by blocking our participation in regional and wider international bodies. Before concluding, I would like to re-emphasize that in the new Kosovo there should be no room for hatred and violence. Kosovo's institutions are committed to building a multi-ethnic democracy at peace with its neighbours and contributing to regional cooperation, peace and safety.”
2009-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6144 (2009) · source
“Membership in these two very important financial institutions is an additional encouragement to the Government of Kosovo to continue its efforts to fight crime and corruption, strengthen the rule of law and maintain macroeconomic stability through fiscal and budgetary discipline during the current economic downturn. The Government of the Republic of Kosovo has been working very hard on the issues of the economy, justice and security and safety for all of its citizens. Integration of minorities and returnees has continued to be a standing priority of my Government. Prime Minister Hashim Thaci has been personally reaching out to returning Serb families, and Government funds have been allocated for reconstruction of houses for returnees.”
2009-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6144 (2009) · source
“On 6 May 2009, the IMF Board of Governors approved Kosovo's application, with 138 member States participating in the voting process, 96 of which approved the decision. It is very encouraging to note that 41 countries that have not yet recognized Kosovo voted in favour of Kosovo's membership. On 3 June, the voting process for Kosovo's World Bank membership ended with 139 member States participating in the voting and 95 countries approving Kosovo's application. The formal accession to both the IMF and the World Bank will take place on 29 June in Washington, DC, when the Republic of Kosovo signs both Articles of Agreement.”
2009-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6144 (2009) · source
“I wish once again to extend our profound thanks and appreciation to the peoples and Governments of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Republic of the Gambia and the Union of the Comoros for their recent recognition of the independence of my country. We urge all the other nations of the world to support the efforts of the people of Kosovo to build their future as a free and independent country. After having endured decades of unspeakable occupation, terror and slavery, the people of Kosovo deserve to be free and to join the community of the free and democratic nations of the world. It is with great pleasure that I can speak today about Kosovo's membership in two international financial institutions of special weight and importance to my country, namely the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank.”
2009-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6144 (2009) · source
“As we continue to take an active part in presenting our case before the ICJ, I wish to emphasize our commitment to justice and our trust in justice, and with that, our trust in ICJ justice. We are therefore confident that the ICJ's deliberations and ruling will be fair and impartial. We strongly believe that our position will be confirmed. Recognition of Kosovo as an independent and sovereign State has continued. Continued recognitions are a clear testimony of progress and stability in Kosovo. Free nations of the world continue to appreciate Kosovo's contribution to regional peace and safety.”
2009-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6144 (2009) · source