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Issouf Oumar Maiga

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11
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2000-08-29
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2001-03-15
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  1. “In conclusion, I would like to reaffirm the support of my delegation for the efforts made by the Secretary- General and his Special Representative to bring the parties closer in order to bring about a resumption of the peace process. We also request the international community to provide the needed humanitarian and economic assistance to the Palestinian people.”

    2001-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4295Resumption1 (2001) · source

  2. “This is why my delegation welcomes the decision taken by the Israeli Government, announced to us yesterday by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Israel, to start to lift the internal blockade between Palestinian cities in order to make the daily life of the civilian population less difficult. This is a positive measure that could contribute significantly to improving the living conditions of the inhabitants of the territories and mitigate the present level of violence. Beyond that measure, which we once again hail, what we are expecting from Israel is the end of the blockade of the West Bank and the Gaza Strip in order to allow Palestinians to enter Israel to go to work.”

    2001-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4295Resumption1 (2001) · source

  3. “Once again, we join Palestine in asking the Security Council for the speedy establishment of an international observer mission in the territories entrusted with ensuring the protection of civilians. In this spirit, Mali fully supports the demarche of the non-aligned caucus and other members of the Council to hold discussions with the parties with a view to the prompt and effective deployment of observers in the field. We urge the Israeli Government to assist the international community in making this idea a reality, as a confidence-building measure for the good of both the Palestinians and the Israelis. The situation is tragic, and we have been talking about a setback in the peace process at a time when a peace agreement was within reach. Nevertheless, there are grounds for hope.”

    2001-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4295Resumption1 (2001) · source

  4. “We consider that the Security Council has an essential role to play in this regard. In accordance with the Charter, the Council has the obligation to work to establish confidence-building measures between the parties that can put an end to violence and restore a climate conducive to the resumption without conditions of negotiations on the final status of the territories. In addition, my delegation believes that it is Israel's obligation to ensure respect for the holy sites and to guarantee the protection of the civilian Palestinian population. Israel, the occupying Power, must strive to ensure scrupulous respect for the norms of international humanitarian law, as well as for the relevant provisions of the Fourth Geneva Convention relative to the Protection of Civilian Persons in Time of War.”

    2001-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4295Resumption1 (2001) · source

  5. “Likewise, we consider Israel's frequent recourse to collective punishment and its use of all types of restrictions against the population of the territories to be counterproductive. The blockade of the territories has made the daily life of the Palestinians a genuine nightmare and has also caused considerable economic losses. No legitimate struggle, even against terrorism, which we condemn terrorism in all its forms, can justify the imposition of such measures. We urge all of the parties to demonstrate restraint and moderation, to refrain from acts of provocation and to work together for the return of calm. The present violence can end only with the signing of a just, comprehensive and lasting peace agreement based on the relevant resolutions of the Security Council and the agreements signed by the parties.”

    2001-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4295Resumption1 (2001) · source

  6. “Mr. Maiga (Mali) (spoke in French): I would like to express my gratitude to you, Mr. President, for convening this public meeting of the Security Council to debate the serious violent situation that continues to prevail in the occupied Palestinian territories, including Jerusalem. Mali is keenly concerned at the continuing violence in the occupied Palestinian territories. We believe that unless these tragic events are dealt with quickly, they will be a real threat to peace and security in the entire Middle East. Mali firmly condemns acts of repression and the excessive and indiscriminate use of force by the Israeli army that has claimed over 437 victims, mostly among Palestinian civilians.”

    2001-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4295Resumption1 (2001) · source

  7. “The increase in the number of Timorese enterprises is a positive step along these lines. The international community must continue to support efforts made to ensure economic long-term recovery. The process set in motion in East Timor is certainly an example of a success story for our Organization. Nevertheless, it remains necessary to be vigilant and strongly support it throughout the international community to ensure that the wishes and sacrifices made by the East Timorese soon will be compensated.”

    2000-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4191 (2000) · source

  8. “We must exhort Indonesia to become more closely involved in seeking an end to trans-border violence and make sure that all steps be taken to help UNTAET neutralize this threat. We hail the measures taken by UNTAET itself to re-deploy its units in sensitive areas and urge it to become more fully involved in stemming acts of violence perpetrated against United Nations staff. Thirdly, the UNHCR's decision to withdraw from the refugee camps shows the gravity of the situation. We stress the urgent need to provide adequate safety and security for the people concerned. The Indonesian authorities' steps in this connection assume the utmost importance; not just to the camps themselves but to the question of refugee repatriation. Further consolidation of the democratic process in East Timor will depend on economic success.”

    2000-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4191 (2000) · source

  9. “Political pluralism and the involvement of all East Timorese in the context of transparency and on an equal footing as democracy is set up will create the feeling of belonging to a community based on law and obligations. The latest measures taken by the United Nations Transitional Administrator in East Timor has deepened discussion as to the political transition. It brings us ever closer to independence for the country. Secondly, notwithstanding repeated appeals addressed to them, extremist and militia elements continue to sabotage the peace process set in motion by the international community. It is unacceptable that these achievements during the transition process be threatened by a minority.”

    2000-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4191 (2000) · source

  10. “My delegation is following the evolution of the situation in East Timorese with keen attention and would like, in this connection, to make the following observations. In submitting the Secretary-General's second quarterly report on UNTAET's work, and in consideration of this issue last month, the Secretariat pointed out that the major challenge facing the East Timorese was to rebuild the political system, ensuring the broadest possible participation in the process. We do not need to stress the fact that the interim administration is effectively doing its job by setting up a local democratic structure. More than ever, UNTAET must strive to develop a civil society and rules leading to the rule of law.”

    2000-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4191 (2000) · source

  11. “Mr. Maiga (Mali) (spoke in French): May I, in turn, now thank Mr. Annabi for the very comprehensive information he has given us and thank you, Mr. President, at the same time for having held this open briefing on East Timor, which comes on the eve of the first anniversary of the popular consultation organized in that country. When we considered this issue last month, we took note of strides made by the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) - remarkable strides at all levels indeed - in devising consultative machinery with the East Timorese, establishing the structures for a future independent State, providing safety and security for most people and, finally, rebuilding the country.”

    2000-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4191 (2000) · source