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2001-01-19

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1. “I call on His Excellency Mr. Amadou Kebe, Permanent Observer of the Organization of African Unity to the United Nations, to whom the Council extended an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure.”

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2. “I thank Mr. Jagdish Koonjul for his comprehensive briefing. I now call on Mr. Ivan Simonovie, President of the Economic and Social Council.”

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3. “At the end ofthe meeting, I intend, under my own responsibility, to sum up the discussion by drawing oral conclusions that can be fed into the future work of the Group. Finally, we see this meeting as a substantial follow-up to the Council presidency of Mauritius in January, during which the concept of the Group was first proposed to give sharper focus to African issues considered by the Council and as a stepping stone to our future discussions on this matter. The Security Council will now hear a briefing by the Chairman of the ad hoc Working Group on Africa, Mr. Jagdish Koonjul.”

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4. “In brief, today's meeting on the work of the Group is envisaged as an "outreach" session. The Chair of the Group will explain its role, function and programme of work. More importantly, today's meeting will give the wider membership an opportunity to provide its input and feedback on the work of the group. In this regard, while taking all views into account, we would like especially to ensure that the concerns and preoccupations of the continent are taken into consideration in the future work of the Group. Hence, the Security Council will be in active listening mode today. Council members will be reacting in an informal way, where appropriate, to the statements made by non-Council members. In this way, I hope that we will have a truly frank and interactive discussion.”

   2002-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4538 (2002) · source

5. “Amadou Ke'be, Permanent Observer of the Organization of African Unity; and Assistant Secretary-General for Political Affairs, Mr. Ibrahima Fall. Permit me to make a few introductory comments concerning our meeting today. The ad hoc Working Group was established at the end of February following an open debate on Africa under the Security Council presidency of Mauritius in January. It has since met on three occasions under the able chairmanship of Ambassador Jagdish Koonjul, Permanent Representative of Mauritius. The background, purpose and format of this meeting have been fully explained in the joint letter of 13 May 2002 from the Permanent Representatives of Singapore and Mauritius. This letter has been sent to all permanent missions and permanent observer missions to the United Nations.”

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6. “In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, and in the absence of objection, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Mr. Ibrahima Fall, Assistant Secretary-General for Political Affairs. It is so decided. 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. I am very pleased to welcome everyone to this open meeting to discuss the ad hoc Working Group on Conflict Prevention and Resolution in Africa. On behalf of the Council, I wish to extend a warm welcome to Mr. Ivan Simonovic', President of the Economic and Social Council; Mr.”

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7. “That letter will be published as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/2002/554. Unless I hear any objection, I shall take it that the Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 to His Excellency Mr. Amadou Kebe'. There being no objection, it is so decided. I invite Mr. Amadou Ke'be to take a seat at the Council table. In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, and in the absence of objection, 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. Ivan Simonovic', President of the Economic and Social Council. It is so decided. I invite Mr. Simonovie to take a seat at the Council table.”

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8. “Jagdish Koonjul, Chairman of the ad hoc Working Group on Conflict Prevention and Resolution in Africa. It is so decided. I invite Ambassador Koonjul to take a seat at the Council table. I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter dated 20 May 2002 from the Permanent Representative of Mauritius to the United Nations, which reads as follows: "On behalf of the Organization of African Unity, I have the honour to request that the Security Council extend an invitation to Ambassador Amadou Kebe, Permanent Observer of the Organization of African Unity to the United Nations, to address the Council under rule 39 ofthe Council's provisional rules of procedure during the Council's consideration of the item entitled 'The situation in Africa - Ad hoc Working Group on Conflict Prevention and 7" Resolution in Africa .”

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9. “Ouane (Mali), Mr. Bennouna (Morocco), Mr. Dos Santos (Mozambique), Mr. Sharma (Nepal), Mr. Apata (Nigeria), Mr. Ahmad (Pakistan), Mr. Lee (Republic of Korea), Mr. Gasana (Rwanda), Mr. Fall (Senegal), Mr. Kamara (Sierra Leone), Mr. Hashi (Somalia), Mr. Kumalo (South Africa), Mr. Arias (Spain), Mr. Mejdoub (Tunisia), Mr. Kuchinsky (Ukraine), Mr. Mwakawago (United Republic of Tanzania) and Mr. Musambachime (Zambia) took the seats reserved for them at the side of the Council Chamber. The President: In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, and in the absence of objection, 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.”

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10. “In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the discussion without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions ofthe 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. Baali (Algeria), Mr. Gaspar Martins (Angola), Mr. Dauth (Australia), Mr. Saleh (Bahrain), Mr. Chowdhury (Bangladesh), Mr. Adechi (Benin), Mr. Nteturuye (Burundi), Mrs. Chassou (Costa Rica), Mr. Djangone-Bi (Cote d'Ivoire), Mr. Rodriguez Parrilla (Cuba), Mr. Olhaye (Djibouti), Mr. Aboul Gheit (Egypt), Mr. Dangue Re'waka (Gabon), Mr. Grey-Johnson (Gambia), Mr. Gopinathan (India), Mr. Motomura (Japan), Mr. Dorda (Libyan Arab Jamahiriya), Mr. Lamba (Malawi), Mr.”

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11. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Algeria, Angola, Australia, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Benin, Burundi, Costa Rica, Cote d'Ivoire, Cuba, Djibouti, Egypt, Gabon, Gambia, India, Japan, the Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, Malawi, Mali, Morocco, Mozambique, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, the Republic of Korea, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, Spain, Tunisia, Ukraine, the United Republic of Tanzania and Zambia, in which they request to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda.”

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12. “requesting the admission of East Timor as a Member of the United Nations. There are no further speakers inscribed on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the "The Security Council will remain actively present stage of its consideration of the item on its seized of the matter." agenda. The meeting rose at 1.35 17.171.”

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13. “The Council appeals to Member States to respond positively to the urgent appeal of the Secretary- General to fill vacancies in the Civilian Support Group. It also urges Member States and other actors to respond positively to the appeals for assistance in the development of the East Timor defence force, police service and justice sector; and in supporting social and economic development and poverty reduction. "The Security Council looks forward to the day in the near future when East Timor will join us as a Member of the United Nations and to working closely with its representatives. The This statement will be issued as a document of Council notes that the East Timor Government the Security Council under the today submitted a letter to the Secretary-General S/PRST/2002/13.”

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14. “The Council expresses its confidence that the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET), established through resolution 1410 (2002) on 17 May 2002, will help consolidate and strengthen a stable environment in East Timor. "The Security Council reaffirms the importance of complementing the United Nations peacekeeping contribution with other United Nations funds, programmes and specialized agencies, international financial institutions, bilateral donors and non-governmental organizations to assist the people of East Timor to develop a sustainable social system and economy. It also reaffirms the continued need for effective and close coordination among these programmes and donors to ensure a smooth transition towards a normal development assistance framework.”

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15. “The Council stresses that good relations with neighbouring States will be essential to East Timor's future stability and that of the region, which are inextricably linked. "The Security Council is concerned that challenges to the security and stability of East Timor remain after independence. It notes with concern that shortcomings exist in a number of critical public administration elements of East Timor in the post-independence period. The Council reaffirms that a strong international commitment will be required in East Timor to ensure continued stability and development of the country for some time after independence.”

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16. “The Council expresses its appreciation to the Government of Indonesia and the Government of Portugal for their cooperation with the United Nations in concluding the 5 May 1999 Agreement which led to the establishment of the United Nations Mission in East Timor (UNAMET) to conduct the popular consultation. It also expresses its appreciation to Australia and all other countries that contributed troops to the International Force in East Timor (INTERFET) and the UNTAET, which helped restore stability following the post-referendum violence. "The Security Council welcomes the Government of East Timor's commitment to develop close and strong relations with Indonesia, and the Government of Indonesia's stated readiness to cooperate with East Timor towards building a peaceful, unified and sustainable society in East Timor.”

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17. “"The Security Council expresses its strong support for the leadership of East Timor as it assumes authority for governing the new, sovereign State of East Timor. The Council recognizes that the people and democratically elected Government of East Timor bear the ultimate responsibility for the establishment and maintenance of a viable State. It expresses its confidence that the people and leadership of East Timor will demonstrate the necessary political will and determination to fulfil their aspirations. "The Security Council appreciates the efforts made by the General Assembly and the Special Committee on the Situation with regard to the Implementation of the Declaration on the Granting of Independence to Colonial Countries and Peoples towards East Timor's achievement of independence.”

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18. “"The Security Council affirms its commitment to the sovereignty, political independence, territorial integrity and national unity of East Timor within its internationally recognized boundaries. "The Security Council takes this opportunity to express its deep appreciation for the efforts of the Secretary-General and his Special Representative, and notes with satisfaction the role played by the United Nations in restoring peace to East Timor, and in building a solid foundation for a democratic, viable and stable East Timor. The Council commends the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) for the important work that it has done to achieve these important goals.”

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19. “We have at this meeting welcomed East Timor into the community of nations. We must now look forward with eagerness to East Timor joining the United Nations family in the not-too-distant future. I now resume my function as President of the Security Council. I wish to say that following consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: "The Security Council welcomes the attainment of independence by East Timor on 20 May 2002, which marks the culmination of a process of self-determination and transition that began in May 1999. The Council pays tribute to the people and leadership of East Timor for their efforts in achieving the goal of independence.”

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20. “So, too, is Indonesia's readiness to cooperate with East Timor towards building a peaceful, unified and sustainable society. The visit of Mr. Xanana Gusmao to Jakarta earlier this month to meet President Megawati and other Indonesian leaders and the attendance of President Megawati at East Timor's independence ceremony are very positive signs of the maturing relationship between the two countries. Finally, in conclusion, let me emphasize that the people of East Timor have made huge sacrifices. The United Nations has made great efforts to restore peace to that territory. The international community has made massive investments in the country. All of us, therefore, have a responsibility, if not an obligation, to make East Timor a real success story. We should not accept anything less. We must run the full course.”

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21. “Special tribute must certainly go to Secretary-General Kofi Annan for his personal efforts and his Special Representative Sergio Vieira de Mello for the outstanding work that he had done together with his team in the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET). The contributions of Member States to UNTAET should also receive special mention. For East Timor to succeed, the support of the United Nations and the international community will continue to be crucial. Fifthly, the future of East Timor is also inextricably linked to the future of the region. Good relations between East Timor and its neighbours are therefore crucial. The commitment of East Timor to build strong and robust ties with Indonesia is therefore very much welcomed.”

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22. “Fourthly, even as they embark on this quest, the East Timorese cannot go it on their own just yet. The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) said in its latest report that East Timor, having a population of more than 700,000 people, is Asia's poorest nation with an annual per capita gross domestic product of $478. Sustained international assistance to bolster the country's efforts is not only essential, but also paramount, during East Timor's early years of nationhood. The United Nations system, Member States, and non-governmental organizations have played an important role in the last two and a half years to bring East Timor to where it is today. Their efforts are laudable, and should be applauded.”

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23. “The end result was a list of challenges that East Timor faces and has to address head-on - from education and health to agriculture and the economy, to helping the poor and national unity. Thirdly, it is clear from the national development plan that the leaders and people of East Timor recognize that independence is only the start of another long and difficult journey. But they have incisively come up with a national vision that will guide them on this arduous voyage. They have great leaders in Mr. Xanana Gusmao, Mr. Mari Alkatiri and Mr. Jose Ramos-Horta to guide them. Singapore shares the confidence that the Security Council and the wider United Nations membership have in the East Timor Government and people. We wish them all the best in their quest to build a democratic, stable and viable State.”

    2002-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4537 (2002) · source

24. “They have chosen their destiny and displayed fortitude and resilience in the face of adversity to achieve it. From restoring peace and stability to building public administration capacities, helping refugees return to reviving the economy, the leaders and people of East Timor have worked hand-in- hand with the United Nations with much success. Their efforts have paid off. The new nation of East Timor has been born. Secondly, at the dawn of this new being, the East Timor leaders have taken the reins of Government with enthusiasm. The people have shown their readiness to work with the democratically elected Government. In one of the widest consultative processes seen anywhere, almost 40,000 East Timorese, covering virtually every suco, or village, in the country were consulted.”

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25. “I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Singapore. Several speakers before me have noted that Singapore is situated in South-East Asia and is one of East Timor's neighbours. Singapore is, therefore, particularly pleased to join all others who have spoken in this Chamber in celebrating, together with the people of East Timor and the international community, the independence of East Timor, which came into effect just a few hours ago. Given the lateness of the hour, I do not intend to read the entire text of the statement, which has been circulated, but let me just summarize these key points. First, it is only right that the leaders and people of East Timor should be commended and congratulated, first and foremost.”

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26. “We are fully confident that UNMISET, established in accordance with resolution 1410 (2002) of 17 May 2002, will help to promote and strengthen a stable environment in East Timor and will provide further evidence of the commitment of the United Nations and of East Timor's Government and people to continue to work towards progress in promoting State and law enforcement. We are fully confident that Ambassador Kamalesh Sharma will lead this Mission to success in a manner that serves the interests of a nascent East Timor. I wish to conclude by saying that we look forward to the occasion when East Timor will become a Member of the United Nations and its flag will fly high with the other flags of United Nations Member States. We look forward to cooperating with its representatives. We wish this country all success, progress and prosperity.”

    2002-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4537 (2002) · source

27. “We believe that this historic achievement would not have been possible without constant understanding and cooperation on the part of the Indonesian Government and its initiatives to find ways of settling pending issues. We heard, a while ago, the friendly representative of Indonesia, who emphasized the commitment of his Government to continue to expand relations with East Timor. It is worth mentioning the importance of providing the necessary assistance for East Timor in the post-independence period to safeguard ongoing progress in development and in promoting basic infrastructures and public administration and the capacities for law enforcement and defence.”

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28. “Kofi Annan, and to commend the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) for its endeavours in East Timor and for the dedication and sincerity it showed under the leadership of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Sergio Vieira de Mello, in providing assistance to the people of East Timor during the period of transition to independence. One reason for our welcome is the commitment of the leaders of East Timor to lead the country in a spirit of collaboration and national pride, while seeking to take practical steps towards establishing close and strong relations with neighbouring States, especially with its closest and most important neighbour, Indonesia, which has declared its readiness to collaborate with East Timor to build a society in which peace, unity and continuity prevail.”

    2002-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4537 (2002) · source

29. “I am pleased on this happy occasion to express to the people and Government of East Timor the congratulations of the people and Government of the Syrian Arab Republic and our wishes for this nascent State in the new millennium for full success in bringing about development and stability. On this day, too, we turn a new leaf in the history of the United Nations - a page distinguished by unusual collaborative efforts to bring about peace in East Timor and to set a firm basis for the establishment of the country. Therefore, the United Nations, with all its different agencies and bodies, fully deserves all congratulations for this historic success. I would like to take this opportunity to express our gratitude for the efforts of the Secretary-General, Mr.”

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30. “I thank the representative of Cameroon for his kind words addressed to me. Mr. Wehbe (Syrian Arab Republic) (spoke in Arabic) I am pleased to welcome you, Sir, here in New York. I would like to extend my thanks to you for presiding over this public meeting of the Security Council. I would also like to express my thanks to Ambassador Mahbubani and his mission for the very good preparations they made for this open meeting. This historic day - commemorating the independence of East Timor, which has completed its path towards self-determination and whose courageous struggle to attain freedom and independence has been crowned with success - serves as a prominent example of how a State can be established in accordance with the wishes and struggle of a people and with the decisive support of the entire international community.”

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31. “I thank the representative of Brunei Darussalam for his kind words addressed to me. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Malaysia, whom I invite to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”

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32. “I thank the representative of Indonesia for his kind words addressed to me. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Brunei Darussalam. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”

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33. “I thank the representative of Jamaica for her kind words addressed to me and to my delegation. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Indonesia. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”

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34. “I thank the Representative of the Republic of Korea for his kind words addressed to me. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Jamaica. I invite her to take a seat at the Council table and to make her statement.”

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35. “I thank the representative of Venezuela for the kind words she addressed to me. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of the Republic of Korea. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”

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36. “I thank the representative of Thailand for his kind words addressed to me. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Venezuela. I invite her to take a seat at the Council table and to make her statement.”

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37. “I thank the representative of Brazil for his kind words addressed to me. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Thailand. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”

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38. “The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Brazil. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”

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39. “The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Cuba. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”

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40. “I thank the representative of Nepal for his kind words. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of the Philippines. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and make his statement.”

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41. “I thank the representative of New Zealand for his kind words addressed to me and to my delegation. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Nepal. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”

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42. “The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of New Zealand. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”

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43. “I thank the representative of Portugal for his kind words addressed to me. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Costa Rica, whom I invite to take a seat at the Council table and to make her statement.”

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44. “I thank the representative of Ukraine for his kind words addressed to me. The next speaker on my list is the representative of Portugal. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”

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45. “The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Ukraine. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”

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46. “The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Spain. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”

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47. “I thank the representative of Australia for his kind words addressed to me. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Japan. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”

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48. “The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Australia. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”

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49. “Members of the Council have before them document S/2002/432 and Add.l, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor. This public meeting has been organized as a parallel commemorative event for the Security Council and the wider membership to celebrate East Timor's independence. It is also an opportunity for all of us to reaffirm our support for and solidarity with East Timor. I welcome the presence at the Council table of Ms. Louise Frechette, the Deputy Secretary-General, and give her the floor.”

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50. “Serbini (Brunei Darussalam), Mrs. Chassoul (Costa Rica), Mr. Rodriguez Parrilla (Cuba), Mr. Hidayat (Indonesia), Miss Durrant (Jamaica), Mr. Satoh (Japan), Mr. Hasmy (Malaysia), Mr. Sharma (Nepal), Mr. MacKay (New Zealand), Mr. Yuchengco (Philippines), Mr. Seixas da Costa (Portugal), Mr. Lee (Republic of Korea), Mr. Arias (Spain), Mr. Kasemsarn (Thailand), Mr. Kuchinsky (Ukraine) and Ms. Pulido Santana (Venezuela) took the seats reservedfor them at the side of the Council Chamber. The President: 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.”

    2002-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4537 (2002) · source