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1. “Recalling that the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security lies with the Security Council, my delegation is convinced that a larger United Nations presence in Somalia would help improve the security conditions required for a successful transition by 2011. In the medium term, securing the country is a task that must return to the Somali army. The optimal discharge of such a mission requires that the troops be well trained and that the army must be closer to the communities. Here, the challenge is to form a truly national army. We welcome the initiative recently taken by the European Union to establish, in Uganda, a training programme for the Somali armed forces.”

   2010-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6313 (2010) · source

2. “My delegation wishes to reiterate its hearty congratulations to Uganda and Burundi, which, despite those extremely difficult conditions, have agreed to provide troops to AMISOM. Those congratulations also go to Djibouti, which last January decided to make 450 soldiers available to the Mission. Lastly, I extend our gratitude to the other countries which, from near or far, contribute in various ways to the viability of that African operation. However, AMISOM. is not forever. I would like to believe that sooner or later it will be bolstered or replaced by a true United Nations peacekeeping operation, whose modalities could be defined in consultation with the African Union.”

   2010-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6313 (2010) · source

3. “Armed violence must be stopped, in particular the fighting between the regular army and the insurgents. In a word, the international community must participate in securing the country. My delegation commends the significant role that the African Union Mission in Somalia continues to play, despite the difficult conditions it faces owing both to the environment and to its operational capacities. Despite the broad consensus enjoyed by the Transitional Federal Government within the international community, the support provided to AMISOM, which barely comprises the required 8,000 soldiers, unfortunately has still not enabled its optimal deployment. The human and logistical resources necessary for its mission are still lacking.”

   2010-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6313 (2010) · source

4. “This is the place to encourage the implementation of the Trust Fund for Somalia and the full honouring of the pledges made at the April 2009 Brussels conference. Along the same lines, we should encourage a stronger presence of the international community and greater coordination of its action with the Transitional Federal Government in Mogadishu. The signing of a memorandum of understanding last April by the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), the Intergovernmental Authority on Development and the United Nations Political Office for Somalia seeks precisely to facilitate the coordination on the ground of the action of the signatories with regard to protecting civilians, in particular women and children. The crisis in Somalia is also a security crisis.”

   2010-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6313 (2010) · source

5. “Thus, we praise the efforts of the Transitional Federal Government to fully implement that agreement, as shown by an agreement signed between the Transitional Federal Government and the Ahlu Sunnah Wal Jama'a resistance movement at the headquarters of the African Union on 15 March. That outreach initiative is undeniable progress, greatly welcomed, moreover, by the International Contact Group on Somalia at its meeting in Cairo on 21 and 22 April 2010. The Somali authorities must continue dialogue with the insurgent groups so as to bring them into the peace process and to actively seek ways to achieve reconciliation and a lasting peace. Hence, the Security Council, and the international community in general, must continue to support to the Transitional Federal Government in order to strengthen its authority throughout the territory.”

   2010-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6313 (2010) · source

6. “We are firmly convinced that regular wide-ranging discussions on the Somali crisis, such as the one that will take place in Istanbul from 21 to 23 May 2010, can help the Security Council to better assess progress on the ground and the further initiatives to take in order to best continue restoring the Somali State. The Somali crisis is first and foremost political and institutional in nature. Thus, the country will find a lasting solution only through further emphasis being placed on restoring State authority and strengthening the peace process. In that regard, my country reiterates its support for the Djibouti peace agreement, signed on 19 August 2008.”

   2010-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6313 (2010) · source

7. “Ahmedou Ould Abdallah, Special Representative of the Secretary-General, for the clarity and high quality of his presentation of the report of the Secretary-General (S/2010/234) and for his consistent commitment to peace and reconciliation in Somalia. 1 also naturally welcome the participation of the Commissioner for Peace and Security of the African Union, my friend and brother Mr. Ramtane Lamamra, who has shared with us the African Union's views on the matter. As members know the situation in Somalia is of the highest concern to Africa and the international community, which are making tireless efforts to restore peace and stability there.”

   2010-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6313 (2010) · source

8. “Mr. Issoze-Ngondet (Gabon) (spoke in French): Mr. President, Gabon welcomes the initiative of your country, Lebanon, to organize a debate on Somalia, a country where the situation remains troubling on the political, security and humanitarian fronts. We welcome the participation in this important debate of His Excellency Mr. Abdurahman Ibrahim, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Fisheries and Marine Resources of Somalia. His informative statement has of course provided us with useful information on recent developments in his country. It strengthens our enduring confidence in the ability of Somalia to take up the many challenges ahead. My delegation would also like to thank Mr.”

   2010-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6313 (2010) · source

9. “This practice can also ensure greater transparency and improved interaction between the Council and non-member States. Improving the Council's working methods is a long-term endeavour that calls for tireless effort on our part. We must proceed in stages, with a firm determination to achieve concrete results. We continue to believe that a more open, more transparent and more inclusive Security Council would respond to modern- day demands. It is certainly the surest way to enhance the Council's legitimacy and effectiveness.”

   2010-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6300 (2010) · source

10. “We also welcome the efforts made to make the report of the Security Council to the General Assembly more substantive and analytical. These exchanges are all the more important in that they illustrate the need for the United Nations to deliver as one. Regarding the participation of non-member States in Council meetings, we welcome the increasing frequency of open meetings. That enables non-member States to be involved and in that way to contribute to the search for solutions to collective security issues. The goal would be to make it possible to exchange up- to-date information and gather the views of those States, while respecting the principle of the confidentiality of information as set out in the Council's provisional rules of procedure.”

    2010-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6300 (2010) · source

11. “In that regard, my delegation urges the authors of resolutions to undertake a greater number of inclusive consultations within the Council, so as to confer greater legitimacy on the resolutions that are adopted. 1 should now like to turn to the second point of my statement, namely, relations between the Council and non-members. My delegation is pleased to note that, over the years, the Council has endeavoured to improve its interaction and dialogue with non-member States. For instance, we welcome the regular consultations between the Council and troop- contributing countries, including those that are not members of the Security Council. The same goes for the President's ongoing consultations with the President of the General Assembly and with non-members of the Council on issues having an impact on international peace and security.”

    2010-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6300 (2010) · source

12. “We are certain that the future establishment of a United Nations office in Central Africa will strengthen the capacity of the Council to prevent and manage conflicts in that subregion, which continues to face numerous challenges in the areas of peace and security. We continue to believe that the effective operationalization of regional offices will help to strengthen the Council's preventive capacities. The Council would of course benefit from further relying on such offices, not merely to increase the number of meetings it holds on emerging conflicts - as the Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom aptly pointed out - but also to make those meetings more useful and effective. Adopting resolutions is a major Council activity.”

    2010-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6300 (2010) · source

13. “Nevertheless, it would be desirable for countries presiding over the Council during the transition period to take the initiative, with the support of the Secretariat, of holding informational meetings for incoming members in order to consider practical examples relating to substantive issues and working methods of the Council. With regard to the management of crises and conflicts, my delegation thinks it would be useful for the Council to strengthen the tools at its disposal to effectively follow the development of crisis situations at the regional and subregional levels. The excellent work done by the United Nations Office for West Africa made it possible for the Organization to quickly and effectively respond to the crisis in Guinea.”

    2010-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6300 (2010) · source

14. “In addition to those necessary improvements, it also seems crucial to strengthen the equitable distribution of information between the Secretariat and members of the Council, so as to strengthen collective responsibility in the face of threats to international peace and security. It would also be advisable if, before they brief the Council, Special Representatives of the Secretary-General could, to the extent possible, hold consultations not only with the President of the Council but also with the other members of the Council, including the non-permanent members. With regard to newly elected members, I welcome the opportunity provided to them to join private consultations several months prior to the actual commencement of their membership on the Council.”

    2010-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6300 (2010) · source

15. “First of all, there is sometimes a delay in the publication of Council documents in the six official languages of the United Nations. Unfortunately, in spite of some progress made in this area, we continue to see that many documents are published just a few days before the holding of Council meetings. This situation does not give Council members the time they need to consider the documents or to consult their capitals for instructions. We also regret the failure to implement paragraphs 8 and 9 of the annex to the note contained in document S/2006/507, which called on the Secretariat to circulate briefing texts and to provide members with printed fact sheets on issues considered by the Council prior to the holding of informal consultations.”

    2010-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6300 (2010) · source

16. “My statement will focus on the two aspects of the issue at the centre of today's debate: the working methods that structure the Council's meetings and its relations with the Secretariat; and relations between the Council, non- member States and other United Nations bodies. While we ought to welcome the progress that the Council has already made in improving its working methods, it is nevertheless the case that many practices continue to have an impact on transparency and the Council's effectiveness in carrying out its primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security. With regard to my first point, my delegation would like to speak of certain practices that to a great degree have an impact on the Council's productivity.”

    2010-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6300 (2010) · source

17. “Mr. Issoze-Ngondet (Gabon) (spoke in French): My delegation duly appreciates the initiative to hold this debate, at a time when improving the working methods of the Security Council is increasingly necessary owing to the challenges facing international peace and security. Gabon welcomes the ongoing crucial role played by your country Japan, Mr. President, to promote greater transparency and efficiency in the Council's work. The concept paper that you have prepared for our consideration (see S/2010/l65) sheds light on the issue that is on the agenda of today's debate. We believe it timely, based on the recommendations contained in the annex to the note contained in document S/2006/507, approved by the Council in July 2006, to look into the functioning of this principal organ of the United Nations.”

    2010-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6300 (2010) · source

18. “The economic and social development of countries weakened by conflict is absolutely crucial in order to put them back on the path of growth and to ensure the well-being of their populations, who have long suffered the agonies of war. The Gabonese delegation supports the draft presidential statement to be endorsed following this debate.”

    2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source

19. “That is all the more evident as the other aspects of post-conflict reconstruction - promoting the rule of law, organizing free and transparent elections and economic and social governance - are largely dependent on a stable political and security climate. As we routinely say, development is another name for peace and stability. A comprehensive post- conflict peacebuilding strategy must address the root cause of conflicts, which is poverty. From that standpoint, it would be desirable for the international community, in particular donor countries and international financial institutions, to further focus its financing on development programmes in those countries. The European Union is already doing that by setting up development hubs in some African countries, including the Central African Republic and Guinea- Bissau.”

    2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source

20. “Likewise, it is important to ensure constant control of borders that, because they are porous, have become the scene of illicit activities and sources of conflict, such as drug trafficking, organized transnational crime and the unchecked and destabilizing circulation of small arms and light weapons. In Central Africa, such illicit activities have a significant impact on the peace and security of our countries, in particular those emerging from conflict. In that regard, we welcome the fact that the Security Council, under Gabon's presidency, addressed such issues during its open debate on 19 March 2010 (see S/PV.6288). In our view, a key element of a comprehensive peacebuilding strategy is for countries emerging from conflict to take on the political and security process.”

    2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source

21. “In Africa, ethnic tensions are frequently among the main causes of conflict. In that context, in countries emerging from conflict, dialogue with the various ethnic groups must be maintained in order to preserve both national cohesion and territorial unity. Indeed, it is when all the ethnic characteristics are taken into account in drawing up a joint development project that the aspirations of populations, recently divided, can crystallize around a national ideal that contains the seed of a shared future. The example of Rwanda, which emerged from a genocidal crisis, is the perfect illustration of a country of post-conflict internal reconciliation. In order to achieve such a goal, peace processes must take into account security concerns, including by effectively implementing disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programmes.”

    2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source

22. “For example, in the Central African Republic, Gabon successfully headed the inclusive political dialogue in December 2008 with the involvement of the main political forces of the country, which led to the establishment of a national reconciliation Government and an electoral timetable. The signing of peace agreements among the parties to a conflict is not enough to ensure that a peace process is permanent. It is also necessary to strive to ensure the respect and effective implementation, in good faith, of those agreements by the signatories. In that regard, Gabon welcomes the operation, since 2006, of the Peacebuilding Fund, established to support the efforts of countries emerging from crises to rebuild, to strengthen peace and to respond to immediate threats to post-conflict peace processes.”

    2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source

23. “In Liberia, for example, the Economic Community of West African States and the United Nations Mission in Liberia together monitored the elections that marked the end of the terrible civil war in that country. The African Union, which will soon establish a framework for post-conflict reconstruction and development, has made significant efforts in this area, in cooperation with the subregional economic communities, by initiating and concluding numerous peace negotiations, as witnessed by the peace agreements concluded in Burundi, the Comoros, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Somalia, the Sudan and the Central African Republic. Gabon has always promoted dialogue as the best way of resolving situations of crisis and conflict. For many years now it has been involved in the political processes of national reconciliation.”

    2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source

24. “It is therefore critical to create an enabling environment for the peace process by promoting dialogue and reconciliation between the various political actors. The examples of Sierra Leone, Liberia and Timor-Leste illustrate post-conflict success. Such results are possible only if countries emerging from conflict have the means to achieve the objective of peace. It is in that context that the good offices and assistance of the international community, in particular the United Nations and regional organizations, are necessary. I should like here to commend the considerable support of the United Nations to the process of restoring peace in several post-conflict countries in Africa.”

    2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source

25. “Thus, at a time when the Peacebuilding Commission is engaged in reform and in evaluating post-conflict experiences, it may be wise to rethink the comprehensive peacebuilding strategy based on an integrated, coordinated and coherent approach. Drawing from post-conflict experiences in several African countries, I should now like to share with the Council some thoughts on the main elements of a potential new post-conflict comprehensive peacebuilding strategy. One of the key conditions for ensuring an exemplary transition from a situation of war to a situation of peace is helping countries emerging from conflict to take responsibility for their own affairs in the political, legal and institutional, security, economic and social spheres.”

    2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source

26. “We appreciate the relevance and timeliness of this debate, at a time when the danger to countries emerging from conflict of relapsing into a continuous cycle of violence has become even greater. This approach to preventing the recurrence of conflict ties in with our philosophy in terms of crisis prevention, as reaffirmed by the President of the Gabonese Republic, His Excellency Mr. Ali Bongo Ondimba, in the statement he made on 8 March here in New York on conflict prevention in Africa. The decision taken by the heads of State and Government at the 2005 World Summit to establish the Peacebuilding Commission resulted from their observation of gaps in the transition from activities to re-establish security and post-conflict reconstruction.”

    2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source

27. “Mr. Issoze-Ngondet (Gabon) (spoke in French): At the very outset, I wish to tell you how delighted I am, Sir, to see you preside on behalf of your country, Japan, over this ministerial debate on a comprehensive peacebuilding strategy to prevent the recurrence of conflict. I also welcome Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, who wished to participate personally in this debate, and thank him for his significant contribution. I also thank the Ministers of Afghanistan, Timor- Leste and Sierra Leone, for their illuminating statements, which showcased the significant achievements of their respective countries. Finally, I welcome the participation in this debate of Mrs. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Managing Director of the World Bank, and fully appreciate the valuable support of her institution for the Peacebuilding Commission.”

    2010-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6299 (2010) · source

28. “The effectiveness of such a decision could contribute to re-establishing a climate of confidence between the two parties, enabling proximity talks to be undertaken once again and re-launching the peace process, which is so vital to the geopolitical and strategic stability of the entire region.”

    2010-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6298 (2010) · source

29. “Gabon welcomes all of those diplomatic efforts, which give us some reason for hope, even if the peace process remains at an impasse. Indeed, recent intransigence in the positions of both parties is affecting prospects for the resumption of political dialogue. Gabon reiterates its position in favour of seeing the two parties re-engage in peace negotiations and urges them to follow the Road Map and the Arab Peace Initiative and to abstain from acts that could undermine the chances for peace. In this regard, we fully support the statement made by the Secretary-General on 24 March 2010 on the need to lift the Gaza blockade.”

    2010-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6298 (2010) · source

30. “For their part, Arab League heads of State and other representatives met in Sirte, Libya, on 27 March to consider the situation in the Middle East. They declared that they were favourable to indirect negotiations between Israelis and Palestinians, in line with a proposal made by United States Special Envoy George Mitchell on his most recent visit to the Middle East in March. At the highest level, the United States has made efforts to help the two parties to overcome their disagreements and begin negotiations. Vice-President Joseph Biden visited the region, in a rather difficult context, to advance the cause of peace. President Barack Obama received Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington, DC, for talks aimed at a rapid resumption of peace negotiations between Israel and the Palestinian Authority.”

    2010-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6298 (2010) · source

31. “Mr. Issoze-Ngondet (Gabon) (spoke in French): I wish first of all to convey sincere condolences to the Chinese delegation regarding the earthquake that struck China this morning. I wish also to thank Mr. Pascoe, the Permanent Observer of the Palestinian Authority and the Permanent Representative of Israel for their statements. We have come together once more to assess the situation in the Middle East in the light of recent events in the region. Since our previous debate, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has been the subject of intense diplomatic activity. Meeting in Moscow in March, the international Middle East Quartet called for a settlement freeze and established a two-year timetable for a peace agreement.”

    2010-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6298 (2010) · source

32. “I thank the Secretary-General for his briefing. 10-28741 In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 10.35 am.”

    2010-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6292 (2010) · source

33. “The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. I welcome the presence among us of His Excellency Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. I also welcome the presence of Mr. Robert Serry, Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process and Personal Representative of the Secretary-General. At this meeting, the Security Council will hear a briefing by the Secretary-General, to whom I give the floor.”

    2010-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6292 (2010) · source

34. “There are no further speakers inscribed on my list. In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion of the subject. The meeting rose at 11.20 am. 10-28245”

    2010-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6291 (2010) · source

35. “John McNee, Chairperson of the Sierra Leone country-specific configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission and Permanent Representative of Canada. It is so decided. 2 I invite Mr. McNee to take a seat at the Council table. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document S/2010/ 135, which contains the fourth report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Sierra Leone. At this meeting, the Security Council will hear briefings by Mr. Michael von der Schulenburg and Mr. John McNee. I give the floor to Mr. von der Schulenburg.”

    2010-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6291 (2010) · source

36. “The President (spoke in French): In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Mr. Michael von der Schulenburg, Executive Representative of the Secretary-General and head of the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Sierra Leone. It is so decided. I invite Mr. Von der Schulenburg to take a seat at the Council table. In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to His Excellency Mr.”

    2010-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6291 (2010) · source

37. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Sierra Leone, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the consideration of the item without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Davies (Sierra Leone) took a seat at the Council table.”

    2010-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6291 (2010) · source

38. “There are no further speakers inscribed on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 10.40 am.”

    2010-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6290 (2010) · source

39. “The Council will now proceed to take a decision on the draft resolution (S/2010/147) before it. A vote was taken by show of hands. In favour: Austria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, China, France, Gabon, Japan, Lebanon, Mexico, Nigeria, Russian Federation, Turkey, Uganda, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America The President (spoke in French): There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1917 (2010). I now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements following the voting.”

    2010-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6290 (2010) · source

40. “The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document S/2010/l47, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by Turkey. I wish to draw the attention of the members of the Council to document S/2010/ 127, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Afghanistan and its implications for international peace and security. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. I shall now give the floor to those delegations who wish to make statements before the voting.”

    2010-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6290 (2010) · source

41. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Afghanistan, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the consideration of the item, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Ayoob (Afghanistan) took a seat at the Council table. The President (spoke in French): The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”

    2010-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6290 (2010) · source

42. “A vote was taken by show of hands. In favour: Austria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, China, France, Gabon, Japan, Lebanon, Mexico, Nigeria, Russian Federation, Turkey, Uganda, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America. The President (spoke in French): There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1916 (2010). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 3.40 p.m. 10-27993”

    2010-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6289 (2010) · source

43. “The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document S/2010/l45, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. 2 I wish to draw the attention of the members of the Council to document S/2010/9l, which contains the text of a letter dated 10 March 2010 from the Chairman of the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolutions 751 (1992) and 1907 (2009) concerning Somalia and Eritrea addressed to the President of the Security Council. It is my understanding that the Security Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. If I hear no objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided.”

    2010-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6289 (2010) · source

44. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Somalia, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the consideration of the item, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Daale (Somalia) took a seat at the Council table. The President (spoke in French): The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”

    2010-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6289 (2010) · source

45. “There are still a number of speakers remaining on my list. I therefore intend, with the concurrence of the members of the Council, to suspend the meeting until 3.30 this afternoon. The meeting was suspended at 1.30 p.m. 33”

    2010-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6288 (2010) · source

46. “Similarly, we are determined to enhance the transparency in weapons, including through the establishment of a subregional register of national stockpiles of small arms and light weapons. Globally, Gabon is in favour of the drafting and adoption of an arms trade treaty establishing common standards in this area. Such a treaty would enhance existing international instruments against the illicit arms traffic. The draft presidential statement that has been negotiated, and which my delegation is submitting to the Council today for adoption, reflects our commitment to combating the illicit arms traffic. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I call on Mr. Te'te Antonio, Permanent Observer of the African Union.”

    2010-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6288 (2010) · source

47. “The countries of Central Africa also decided in May 2007 in Sao Tome and Principe to establish a legally binding instrument to control small arms and light weapons, their ammunitions and all equipments that might be used in their manufacture. The next ministerial meeting of the United Nations Standing Advisory Committee on Security Questions in Central Africa, which will take place in April in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, will be devoted to consideration of that draft. With other countries of the subregion, Gabon is committed to enhancing national and subregional measures to combat the illicit traffic in small arms and light weapons and to strengthening confidence-building measures adopted within the context of the United Nations Standing Advisory Committee on Security Question in Central Africa.”

    2010-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6288 (2010) · source

48. “These weapons are also used as means for violating human rights, including in times of peace. Because of the various crises and conflicts throughout the world exacerbated by the illicit flow of small arms and light weapons, the United Nations organized, in New York in July 2001, the first Conference devoted to this question, which led to the adoption of the United Nations Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects. The Secretary General of the Economic Community of Central African States, Mr. Louis Silvain-Goma, has rightly pointed out that Central Africa, which is one of the regions most affected by this phenomenon, has adopted measures to implement that programme.”

    2010-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6288 (2010) · source

49. “Our hope is to see this debate trigger consideration in greater depth of ways to strengthen the implementation of the measures contained in the July 2001 Programme of Action and the International Instrument to Enable States to Identify and Trace, in a Timely and Reliable Manner, Illicit Small Arms and Light Weapons, as well as the various relevant resolutions of the Security Council. As several speakers have stressed, the proliferation of weapons, in particular small arms and light weapons, has become one of the main concerns of the international community because of the multiple negative consequences arising from this phenomenon. Indeed, the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons is a factor that destabilizes States in terms of security, humanitarian considerations and development.”

    2010-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6288 (2010) · source

50. “Since 2002, the Secretary- General has published no less then five reports on this matter. All these efforts of the Council and the Secretary-General were able to identify the measures to be taken at the international level to tackle the challenge of illicit arms trafficking. In taking the initiative to organize this debate during our presidency, Gabon seeks to further engage the Security Council to take account of changes relating to illicit arms trafficking in the subregion and to consider innovative measures aimed at better combating and eliminating this scourge.”

    2010-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6288 (2010) · source