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Jerandi

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first: 2000-03-13
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“Mr. Jerandi (Tunisia) (spoke in French): I, too, would like to thank Mr. Guehenno for his very important briefing to us and, above all, for the good news he has just announced, in particular regarding the signing by the two parties yesterday of the agreement establishing the Temporary Security Zone. We believe that, as the two parties have already reached agreement, they should focus their efforts on the implementation of the final, decisive stage of the peace process: the delimitation and demarcation of the borders.”
2001-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4310 (2001) · source
“My delegation has always advocated multidimensional action in peace-building and urges the donor countries and international financial institutions urgently to reaffirm their commitment to and solidarity with these disadvantaged and deeply suffering populations in order to help them escape this distressing situation. Moreover, the repatriation and resettlement of refugees and displaced persons will stand a better chance of succeeding if they are part of an effort to revive economic activity and the social fabric. I cannot conclude without reiterating once again my delegation's devotion to respect for the physical integrity of the United Nations humanitarian and associated personnel and the inviolability of its facilities.”
2001-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4291 (2001) · source
“Only in the light of the conclusions and recommendations of the mission will we be able effectively to determine the proper and coordinated response that is necessary. Hence, my delegation eagerly awaits the mission's report. The refugee crises in West Africa will be resolved once and for all only when we have put an end to the conflicts and addressed their root causes. In this respect, my delegation calls on all parties to join forces in order to build the foundation of lasting peace and stability, the sole guarantors of development and economic prosperity in West Africa and elsewhere.”
2001-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4291 (2001) · source
“We can reach this objective only with the swift and tangible support of the international community, whose contribution is crucial in order to consolidate the considerable efforts deployed by all the actors to contain this crisis. The inter-agency mission currently in West Africa will allow us rapidly to define the key needs of the countries of the subregion; to assess the impact of the presence of refugees on the economic, social and humanitarian situation in the States concerned, particularly Guinea; and accurately to determine the pressing needs for urgent logistical assistance that would help to accelerate the resettlement process for displaced persons and the repatriation of refugees.”
2001-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4291 (2001) · source
“The implementation of this initiative requires, in our opinion, a rapid response to a few practical questions, and we think that it is essential to determine beforehand, first, the authorities and mechanisms that would be capable of ensuring the protection of displaced persons and refugees, as well as local populations; secondly, the non-State players involved in the subregion so that we can be assured of their full cooperation and support for the principles of the freedom of access and passage for displaced persons and refugees; and thirdly, the authority or authorities who will be in charge of supervising the implementation of this initiative, considering that neither the Guinean army nor UNAMSIL seems to be able to do it, for many reasons.”
2001-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4291 (2001) · source
“My delegation is pleased with the commitment made by the Presidents of Guinea, Sierra Leone and Liberia to respect the freedom of access and passage of these vulnerable persons towards safer areas, and asks the Revolutionary United Front (RUF) to support unreservedly this plan, without which it will be difficult to follow through with this initiative in the most secure conditions. This is only the first step in a long process.”
2001-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4291 (2001) · source
“Lubbers' visit to the subregion, in our opinion, was also very timely, and we thank him for having begun a constructive dialogue with the States concerned and for having deployed commendable efforts to find a solution that would remedy the situation and that would ensure, thanks to the cooperation of all the parties involved, the resettlement of displaced persons and the voluntary repatriation of refugees in full security. My delegation would like to assure Mr. Lubbers of our full support for his efforts, and we anxiously await the results of his initiative.”
2001-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4291 (2001) · source
“Mr. Jerandi (Tunisia) (spoke in French): Allow me first to thank you, Mr. President, for having convened this meeting and to associate myself with the words of welcome and thanks addressed to Mr. Lubbers for the briefing he has just given us on the humanitarian situation in West Africa. My delegation is deeply concerned by the tragic situation that has been affecting millions of refugees and displaced persons in that subregion for some time. The deteriorating security situation along the border and the resumption of fighting in certain areas also prompt our concern and fear that these acts of violence could spread even further, thus accelerating the movement of local populations towards vulnerable but safer areas, which would worsen the humanitarian cr1s1s. Mr.”
2001-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4291 (2001) · source
“The Secretary-General said this morning that the resolutions of the Security Council are not self- implementing. As the international community we must all see to it that we ensure their implementation.”
2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4288Resumption1 (2001) · source
“That is true; but the Council must also have the capacity to evaluate the urgency of situations and to react to them without making any calculation beyond the desire to preserve peace and security. In closing, I would like to emphasize that while the main responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security devolves upon the Security Council, the success of any undertaking in that area is a collective responsibility. That responsibility must be reflected at all levels and by all actors involved through genuine political will and the mobilization of all necessary means - in particular financial ones - to meet the challenges of peace, stability and development, which are integral elements of any effort that we want to a lasting one.”
2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4288Resumption1 (2001) · source
“Those reforms should lead to institutionalizing clear and precise parameters, common to all sanctions regimes imposed under the Charter, and should take into account the adverse impact of sanctions and the provisions of the Charter, in particular those of Article 50. We cannot, of course, say that the Security Council has always been able to respond - and respond positively - to every expectation of the international community. Examples of this, although not unique ones, are those of protecting the Palestinian civilian population of the occupied territories and the final lifting of sanctions against Libya and against the Iraqi population. It is clear that the lethargy of the Council should prompt us to preserve its credibility. I agree with Ambassador Greenstock that the Council does not have a magic wand.”
2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4288Resumption1 (2001) · source
“This clearly must be a collective undertaking, and it can succeed only if all those involved take on their part of the responsibility within the framework of coordinated action. Fourthly, our debate today has demonstrated that strengthening the effectiveness and credibility of the Council is a concern we all share, and one that should continue to be at the top of the Council's priorities. In this regard, we believe that the Security Council should follow-up the expectations of the Member States of the Organization by continuing down the path of enshrining transparency in its work and by proceeding to the necessary reforms in the area of sanctions.”
2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4288Resumption1 (2001) · source
“This was demonstrated both during discussions of the Brahimi report and during the thematic Council debates, in particular that on peace-building, which my country initiated during its presidency of the Council during the month of February. The debate on peace-building, as well as the presidential statement that followed, highlighted the fact that, if international peace and security are to be maintained in a sustainable way, there is a need to provide for the drawing up and implementation of a comprehensive, consistent, integrated and joint strategy to tackle, effectively and with determination, the underlying causes of conflict, in particular those of an economic and social nature.”
2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4288Resumption1 (2001) · source
“These initiatives, in particular those concerning partnerships with regional organizations, together with the Security Council missions to certain regions, are a clear demonstration of the Council's commitment to strengthening the effectiveness of its role by engaging in direct contact with the parties that are in the best position to help it grapple with the problems under discussion and to provide appropriate responses. Thirdly, the concept of the maintenance of international peace and security, which experience has shown to be one that is evolving, can no longer be restricted only to conventional peacekeeping operations.”
2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4288Resumption1 (2001) · source
“Secondly, if they are to be effectively implemented, the objectives set out in resolution 1318 (2000) will require concrete support from all Member States and bodies of the United Nations, each in accordance with its mandate and competencies, and from all the international and regional organizations involved. In this regard, we welcome the fact that the Council has been careful to ensure that, during consideration of certain items on its agenda, it has worked in close cooperation with the regional and subregional organizations, in particular those in Africa, such as the Economic Community of West African States. We also welcome the Council's initiative to meet with the signatories of the Lusaka Ceasefire Agreement in connection with the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4288Resumption1 (2001) · source
“Consideration of the results of the work of the Security Council during the six months that followed the adoption of resolution 1318 (2000) reveals that the Council has begun to provide effective follow-up for several of these commitments, in particular those that lent themselves to immediate implementation. This is especially the case with regard to the adoption of measures within the framework of resolution 1327 (2000) following up the Brahimi report, in order to make it possible to strengthen the capacity of the United Nations in peacekeeping operations. These measures include spelling out the mandates of peacekeeping operations and strengthening cooperation and consultation with troop-contributing countries.”
2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4288Resumption1 (2001) · source
“Furthermore, this is the subject matter, as well as the objective, of resolution 1318 (2000) and, now, six months after the adoption of the resolution, we must take stock of the follow-up given by the Security Council to the commitments that it undertook at the highest level. In this regard, and after having listened with great interest to the various statements, my delegation would like to make several points. First, in engaging in an assessment of the results achieved by the Council in implementing the various provisions of resolution 1318 (2000), we must keep in mind from the outset that the resolution contains short-term and medium-term commitments, as well as others for which implementation will require more time.”
2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4288Resumption1 (2001) · source
“Mr. Jerandi (Tunisia) (spoke in French): I, too, would like to associate myself with other speakers in welcoming the initiative of your country, Mr. President, to organize this open debate. The choice of this subject reaffirms the sustained commitment of your country to contribute to the strengthening of the United Nations, as Mr. Leonid Kuchma, President of Ukraine, explained so well in his letter of 27 February 2001 addressed to the Secretary-General. The relevance of the choice of this subject has been shown in the statements made by representatives of States Members of the United Nations, and in our view, this is a valuable contribution to assisting the Security Council and further strengthening its ability to discharge, with due effectiveness and credibility, the responsibilities conferred upon it under the Charter.”
2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4288Resumption1 (2001) · source
“In conclusion, may I pay tribute to all of the personnel of UNMIBH for their continuing dedication to the cause of peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
2000-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4245 (2000) · source
“The programmes begun by these agencies will certainly have beneficial consequences for the overall process. In this respect, I would like to place special emphasis on the initiative of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization to promote dialogue and interfaith tolerance, involving the leaders of the four major religious communities in the preparation of a project to reconstruct historic religious sites. The inauguration of the commemorative monument and the permanent burial of the victims of Srebrenica will remain forever engraved in the memory of all Bosnians as a painful reminder of the past. It will be evidence of a new national reconciliation and a symbol of the triumph of reason over folly and of love over hatred for future generations.”
2000-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4245 (2000) · source
“While we are gratified by the return of so many refugees and displaced persons, we must emphasize the lack of financial resources available to UNMIBH so that it could respond to the needs of refugees and displaced persons - in particular by continuing to rebuild damaged housing. The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees estimated that, as of last August, 18,000 housing units would have to be rebuilt in order to continue the repatriation process. We also encourage UNMIBH to persevere in the strict application of property laws and to continue to ensure the security of the repatriated persons. I would like, lastly, to reaffirm our support for the remarkable work that has been done by the United Nations agencies in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
2000-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4245 (2000) · source
“The independence and the impartiality of the judicial system are of primary importance to establishing confidence among the three Bosnian communities and to promoting national reconciliation. In our view, the reform of the judicial system should lead to the independence of judges, the protection of witnesses and the unified, integral and non- discriminatory application of legislation. In this connection we welcome the establishment of the Independent Judicial Commission charged with reforming the judicial system, coordinating international aid and designing specific programmes for the training ofjudges.”
2000-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4245 (2000) · source
“The reform and restructuring of the police are essential in order to overcome fear and make it possible to build a multi-ethnic society. In this context, we support the efforts of UNMIBH to raise the norms S/PV.4245 of professional competence of the police and to modify its ethnic composition, so that it better reflects the multi-ethnic nature of Bosnian society. We also support the plan for establishing a single chain of command in the police organization chart, thus limiting political and partisan interference and promoting full respect for the law. We also want to express our concern at the magnitude of the scourge of organized crime. We call for the taking of all necessary measures in order to put an end to these activities.”
2000-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4245 (2000) · source
“I want to congratulate UNMIBH on the plan of work it has just prepared. The six main programmes faithfully reflect the concern of the international community regarding the implementation of the Mission's mandate. In this respect it is worth emphasizing the need to involve all the parties in the development and implementation of this plan of work. The flexible and evolving nature of the document makes it possible to adjust the plan as necessary, on the basis of how the situation develops. It will also make it possible to assess, in accordance with the pre- established criteria, the progress that has been made, in order to optimize results. We support the UNMIBH programme, including the opinion of the Mission regarding the reduction in the personnel of the International Police Task Force.”
2000-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4245 (2000) · source
“Mr. Jerandi (Tunisia) (spoke in French): I would also like to welcome Senator Biden here among us, and I want to welcome Mr. Jacques Paul Klein, the Special Representative and Coordinator of the United Nations Operations in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and to thank him for his detailed and enlightening presentation. We are gratified that the report ofthe Secretary-General on the activities of the United Nations mission reflects that significant progress has been achieved in different fields during this recent period. The positive evolution of the situation throughout the Balkans, as well as the tangible progress made in the principal areas of the mandate of the United Nations Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina (UNMIBH), allow us to approach this issue with guarded optimism for the future ofthe region.”
2000-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4245 (2000) · source
“Hence the need for urgent action to prevent the country from sliding into another crisis whose consequences would be disastrous for the country and for the people of Guinea-Bissau, who have suffered too much already, particularly since experience has shown us that preventive action is much more productive and costs less. Aware of all these security, economic and social priorities, Tunisia, which has always advocated the eradication of poverty as a factor of stability, strongly supports the appeal of the Secretary-General for the international community, as well as the world's financial institutions, to assist the Government of Guinea-Bissau in its efforts and to provide urgent financial and economic assistance before the round table to be held in February.”
2000-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4238Resumption1 (2000) · source
“The extreme poverty in the country, the precariousness of its economic situation and the inability of the Government, because of lack of resources, to meet the most elementary needs of the population are all factors highly conducive to political instability and social unrest. We cannot hope to establish real, lasting peace and stability if the economic situation remains precarious, if the unemployment and underemployment rate remains as high as it is and if the public sector bills are not paid on time. The international community must match its commitment to Guinea-Bissau with specific measures to ease poverty and relieve its external debt.”
2000-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4238Resumption1 (2000) · source
“We would also strongly encourage the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and the United Nations Peace-building Support Office in Guinea- Bissau (UNOGBIS), whose role is very valuable, to intensify their efforts and to bring together all the political factions in a spirit of reconciliation and cooperation. The current crisis in Guinea-Bissau prompts the international community to redouble its efforts to help the Government to establish real civilian authority in the country, as well as democratic institutions. This process clearly must go hand in hand with economic recovery and reconstruction of the country. However, this difficult but very necessary task can be completed only if the international community continues to support and assist Guinea-Bissau, whose growing needs are becoming ever more urgent.”
2000-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4238Resumption1 (2000) · source
“The political dialogue which has been started between the two parties in power, the efforts made by the Assembly of Guinea-Bissau to reconcile differences between the Government and the army, as well as the organization of municipal elections, which we hope will take place as planned before the end of the year, can only strengthen trust among the people of Guinea-Bissau, and deserve our encouragement and strong support. My delegation also believes that the strengthening of the police force and the speeding up of the process of demobilization and reintegration of former combatants will definitely make it possible to further consolidate a climate of peace and security in Guinea-Bissau, provided, of course, that the necessary resources are mobilized in time.”
2000-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4238Resumption1 (2000) · source
“The failed attempt by General Mane to regain control of the army by force is a stark reminder that the peace-building process in the country is still fragile and that there can be lasting stability only if the military junta recognizes the authority of the democratically elected civilian power, particularly of President Yala, and withdraws completely from the political scene. Nevertheless, the attitude displayed by the young servicemen during this crisis offers a glimmer of hope, being a sign of the emergence of a new generation that respects the rule of law and the primacy of constitutional institutions.”
2000-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4238Resumption1 (2000) · source
“Mr. Jerandi (Tunisia) (spoke in French): Allow me, Madam President, to thank you for the commendable initiatives your delegation has taken in order to enable the Council to deal with this important question. I would also like to thank the Vice-Prime Minister of Guinea-Bissau and the representative of the World Bank for their very important statements. Despite the return to calm, the situation in Guinea-Bissau continues to require the ongoing mobilization of the international community in support of that country.”
2000-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4238Resumption1 (2000) · source
“We again thank and support him for the work that he is undertaking pursuant to the mandate given to him by the Security Council - a mandate that is strengthened by his skill and by the renown that he enjoys in both East Timor and Indonesia.”
2000-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4236 (2000) · source
“The resolution of the situation should not create other problems whose implications could have incalculable consequences. We believe this is the appropriate approach to resolving all the aspects mentioned in the mission's report with the requisite calm and the greatest chances for success. It must be remembered that we are dealing with the emergence of a new State, where provincial borders have suddenly become international borders, with all that that implies in terms of new parameters to be assimilated over time. We have taken note of the fact that the East Timorese and Indonesian leaders are conscious of this. We must continue to encourage them, as Mr. Sergio Vieira de Mello has been doing.”
2000-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4236 (2000) · source
“The aim is to achieve reconciliation within East Timor, between Timorese in Indonesia and, finally, between Indonesia and East Timor. These are two neighbours that must coexist and cooperate for a common future. This is what we have heard from the leaders of both countries. Obviously, the success of this undertaking will require resources and, above all, time to avoid deterioration. The complexity and the interdependence of the matters under consideration, which have been noted in the report of the Security Council mission, call for the matter to be considered as a whole. It could be prejudicial to try to fragment the approach or to establish priorities without taking into account interrelated parameters or the local political environment, which should be considered.”
2000-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4236 (2000) · source
“This cooperation must be supported and followed up by the international community in order to swiftly put into effect a strategy to speed up the repatriation and resettlement of refugees under good conditions and to begin the registration process under the auspices of the Indonesian Government, with the participation of the international humanitarian agencies, particularly the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, and on the basis of the freely expressed choices of those involved. All actions must be coordinated among all the parties concerned through agreed mechanisms, such as the Joint Border Commission, which will hold its first meeting this week in Jakarta, the bilateral commission, the security commission and so forth.”
2000-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4236 (2000) · source
“During our visit we noted the sincerity and express will of the Indonesian authorities at the legislative and executive levels, as well as of non-governmental organizations, to take the political, legal and legislative steps necessary to find solutions to the issues raised. In this context, we encourage Indonesia to continue this approach to the various issues, such as the arrest and the prosecution of suspects, the collection and destruction of weapons, the return of refugees, the disarming of militias and a commitment to ending their activities. We believe this very complex and delicate process initiated by the Indonesian Government must be commended, and that the cooperation necessary between the Indonesian authorities and UNTAET must be strengthened in order to deal successfully with all aspects of the matter.”
2000-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4236 (2000) · source
“Our visit to East Timor was a fresh opportunity to see at first hand the major progress made in just over one year in the areas of security, law and order and the humanitarian situation, thanks to UNTAET's efforts. This was confirmed by the members of the Security Council mission who were in East Timor after the elections. We must continue to support UNTAET's work in the various areas that require additional human and financial resources. Above all, in our view, the Secretary-General's Special Representative should be given flexibility, for he alone can determine priorities and their urgency. Having witnessed what has been accomplished and what should be accomplished, we believe that this possibility should be explored. The judicial sector, which is so necessary for reconciliation, is among the pressing matters to be resolved.”
2000-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4236 (2000) · source
“On the ground we saw the work achieved by the Secretary-General's Special Representative in record time and with very limited resources to help the East Timorese take control of their future and prepare for their independence, in accordance with the process described by Mr. Vieira de Mello. We must emphasize our great satisfaction with and respect for the work achieved by the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET), particularly by Mr. Vieira de Mello, who deserves to be commended. The personal commitment of the Secretary-General's Special Representative to implement Security Council resolution 1272 (1999) has been the sole guarantee for success in meeting this major challenge, particularly in View of the various obstacles and problems faced by the Transitional Administration throughout this period.”
2000-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4236 (2000) · source
“Vieira de Mello, and to Indonesia, at the invitation of the Indonesian Government, was thus positive, and it will enable us, we hope, to move ahead in the gradual and smooth resolution of certain aspects of the situation in order to pacify that region and strengthen peace and security there. In that context, a point of paramount importance that must be emphasized, in my delegation's view, is the will of the Indonesian and East Timorese authorities to turn a new page in their bilateral relations, which, according to the views we have heard from both sides of the border, are based on a future approach that the international community should support politically through increased financial and institutional assistance.”
2000-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4236 (2000) · source
“Mr. Jerandi (Tunisia) (spoke in French): I also wish to thank Mr. Sergio Vieira de Mello for his visit to New York and for the briefing he just gave us on the progress made and on his future plans. I also wish to thank Ambassador Andjaba, the leader of our mission, for the manner in which he managed the Security Council mission and led discussions and contacts with all the parties we met with. It was successful on more than one count. Above all, thanks to the understanding and cooperation of all parties, it made it possible to begin a constructive dialogue and to clarify the course to be followed for the future of the subregion. The Security Council mission's visit to East Timor, at the invitation of Mr.”
2000-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4236 (2000) · source
“We believe that the easing of the security situation would encourage the promotion of economic activities and have a positive impact on the internal situation of the country. Indeed, the economic aspect is one of the greatest priorities to which special attention should be given by the international community. The post-conflict period and its humanitarian and economic requirements will call for intensive efforts so that lasting peace can be established.”
2000-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4203 (2000) · source
“We believe that the disarmament process begun by the Indonesian Government constitutes a very important stage in the resolution of this problem. This stage will surely be followed by other initiatives that the Indonesian Government will not fail to undertake, given the positive attitude shown by the Indonesian side, which is aware of the importance of maintaining ongoing contacts with the Security Council. The next visit of Minister Shihab is certainly part of this approach. Security should also be strengthened on both sides of the border in order to minimize the possibility of incursions by the militias. The conclusion on 14 September of an agreement between the Indonesian Government and UNTAET, creating a Joint Border Committee, was encouraging.”
2000-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4203 (2000) · source
“These are all aspects that impede a swift and definitive resolution of the problem. The difficult situation of some hundred thousand refugees is of concern, and is in danger of worsening as a result of the absence of humanitarian assistance from humanitarian organizations because of the dangerous conditions under which they carry out their work. The security aspect is of concern to the Council. As Mr. Vieira de Mello stressed, the activities of the uncontrolled militias and the reprehensible incidents that have occurred recently cast into doubt all of the efforts undertaken in the past year by UNTAET and the Indonesian Government. In this respect, we encourage Indonesia with regard to both the position it adopted towards the militias and its commitment to put an end to their activities.”
2000-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4203 (2000) · source
“Mr. Jerandi (Tunisia) (spoke in French): My delegation, too, would like to thank Mr. Vieira de Mello for his comprehensive briefing. We are all aware of the high quality of the work undertaken and the commendable efforts made by the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) - which has made progress and obtained concrete results in East Timor - as well as by the Indonesian Government and the humanitarian organizations that have also participated in stabilizing the situation and making the United Nations mission in East Timor a success. It is clear that the instability of the situation in that region is largely due to the thorny problem of the return of the refugees, which is both a cause and a consequence of the precarious humanitarian situation, unemployment and the presence of uncontrolled militias.”
2000-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4203 (2000) · source
“As concerns the return of refugees and displaced persons, we welcome the return of a large number of refugees. It is of paramount importance to continue efforts to ensure the full implementation of this process. Conditions conducive to their return must be created, in particular as concerns the minorities, so as to help build a multi-ethnic society in Bosnia and Herzegovina. In conclusion, I would like to pay tribute once again to the members of the United Nations Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina and of the Stabilization Force for their commendable and dedicated work in implementing the mandate entrusted to them.”
2000-08-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4188 (2000) · source
“We believe that the State should address the activities of the extremist nationalist groups, inter alia by promoting a culture of peace and tolerance and by engaging in a common political process in which all Bosnian citizens can participate fully, without discrimination. We commend the continuing reform, restructuring and change in the mono-ethnic character of the police forces, which should ultimately lead to the appropriate representation of minorities within the police system in the Federation. It is up to the police at this crucial stage to promote social peace and to prohibit any actions based on ethnic considerations alone. The judicial system assessment programme must be translated into concrete actions emphasizing reform so as to ensure the independence, impartiality and effectiveness ofthe system.”
2000-08-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4188 (2000) · source
“We believe that the efforts of the international community and the sacrifices made by the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina will succeed in bringing about a lasting peace, in particular following the commitment made by the Joint Presidency in the New York Declaration. The participation of all parties in the establishment of a multi-ethnic society on the basis of democratic institutions will ensure the success of this undertaking. That is why we deem it necessary to work to reduce the continued resistance to change, which is hampering the full implementation of the Dayton Agreement.”
2000-08-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4188 (2000) · source
“Mr. Jerandi (Tunisia) (spoke in French): I should like at the outset to commend you, Mr. President, for organizing this meeting on the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina. We have listened with great interest to the very comprehensive briefing by Mr. Miyet, and we thank him for the information he has provided the Council on the situation. We share the View that significant progress has been made in the implementation of the mandate of the United Nations in Bosnia and Herzegovina. We also believe, however, that its pace is too slow. Indeed, efforts should be consolidated and made speedier so as to ensure that the peace process can proceed of its own momentum.”
2000-08-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4188 (2000) · source
“In this connection, we would like to reiterate our appreciation and support for the work of the sanctions Committee, under the leadership of Ambassador Robert Fowler, who, through his outstanding professionalism and the actions he has undertaken, has made it possible to bring about a process aimed at cutting off the supply lines and distribution mechanisms of UNITA diamonds. It is thanks to the Committee's able work that we now have effective sanctions that are reducing UNITA's capacity to obtain weapons to continue the war.”
2000-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4178 (2000) · source
“It is important also that the takeover by the Government of the regions formerly occupied by UNITA should be accompanied by increased assistance by the international community. In this connection, we would like to express the hope that, as stated by the Secretary-General in his report, the donor community will respond as generously as possible to the 2000 United Nations Consolidated Inter-Agency Appeal for Angola. My delegation finally would like to welcome the release of the five Russian crewmen who had been taken hostage in May 1999. In conclusion, it is our hope that the Council will continue to follow closely the situation in Angola in order to speed up the advent of stability, security and economic recovery.”
2000-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4178 (2000) · source