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Jurica

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first: 2008-02-12
most recent: 2009-03-25
sittings or episodes: 67
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“Questions have already been put forward on issues such as the transparency of the Council's work, the Council's effectiveness and efficiency, as well as interaction, cooperation and the general participation in the work of the Security Council by members and non-members alike, including troop-contributing countries, and the evolving role of regional organizations vis-a-Vis the United Nations. Moreover, as was emphasized in the 2005 World Summit Outcome Document (General Assembly resolution 60/1), achieving greater transparency and better and more effective implementation of sanctions regimes imposed by the Security Council is another issue that merits continued debate. Croatia welcomes the good work and progress achieved so far in approaching those issues by both elected and non-elected members of the Council.”
2008-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5968 (2008) · source
“When all of that is taken into consideration, the question remains: how can we comprehensively, adequately and effectively address those issues while at the same time not detrimentally affecting the work of this unique international body in the implementation of its mandate? As we have just mentioned, the agenda of the Security Council has become increasingly active in recent years. It is only natural that the interest of the general membership in its working methods has also increased.”
2008-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5968 (2008) · source
“Allow me to first of all welcome the presence among us of the Secretary- General at this debate and to thank him for his statement. The Security Council today is, by general account, a remarkably more robust and intensive body than was the case a decade or more ago. Nowadays, the United Nations is becoming involved in an ever- increasing number of conflicts. There is an ever- increasing demand for United Nations peacekeepers and monitors. Sanctions and other effective measures are being applied to more and more cases worldwide. In addition, there is the modern scourge of terrorism and new threats such as the potential spread of weapons of mass destruction, all of which require special and detailed attention by the United Nations, its subsidiary bodies, in particular the Security Council, and Member States.”
2008-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5968 (2008) · source
“In order to ensure the long-term sustainability and success of the programmatic response to the release, rehabilitation and reintegration of all children associated with armed forces and armed groups, the Security Council and the international community as a whole need to adopt a broad strategy of conflict prevention that addresses the root cause of armed conflict in a comprehensive manner. By promoting sustainable development, poverty eradication, national reconciliation, good governance, democracy, the rule of law and respect for and protection of human rights, we will ensure the protection of children on a long- term basis. We will ensure that they have a future.”
2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source
“We urge all parties to armed conflict to stop using child soldiers and to start acting in compliance with international humanitarian and human rights law, including the Paris Principles. We urge Governments to end impunity for perpetrators accused of committing Violations against children in armed conflict. We believe that there is a need to refer those violations to the International Criminal Court in cases where national systems fail to address them, as proposed by the Secretary-General.”
2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source
“By giving all children affected by armed conflict access to those beneficial programmes, there will be less likelihood of resentment against former child soldiers and those associated with armed forces and groups. Croatia strongly supports the work of child protection advisers throughout all Department of Peacekeeping Operations and Department for Political Affairs missions, as well as United Nations mission personnel guarding camps for displaced persons. As the report of the Secretary-General points out, it has become evident that such camps have become recruiting grounds for child soldiers. The Principles and Guidelines on Children Associated with Armed Forces or Armed Groups represent the latest policy on that issue. Croatia believes that they in particular deserve to be internationally recognized and universally applied.”
2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source
“As reported by various non-governmental organizations, the latter is the key to the successful rehabilitation and reintegration of former child soldiers. Successful reintegration requires long-term, adequate and sufficient funding of community-based programmes in order to prevent recruitment, child prostitution, stigma, discrimination and involvement in criminal activities. Moreover, children should be allowed access to benefits without having to identify themselves as ex-child soldiers, since many children are associated with armed forces and groups in other equally harmful ways. By giving children education and skills training in the areas that a community needs, we will help them to become constructive members of those communities, which will hopefully more readily accept and value them in the future.”
2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source
“In spite of the positive achievements by the United Nations system and the international community as a whole, the situation on the ground demands continued and stronger Security Council action in order to ensure that all parties to armed conflict act in compliance with the relevant resolutions of the Council and other international instruments developed to protect children in armed conflict. In order to contribute to a long-term and sustained solution to the issues of children in armed conflict, the United Nations and the international community at large must ensure that adequate resources and funding are available to support national strategies or action plans in the area of child protection and welfare, as well as community-based programmes.”
2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source
“There needs to be an extension of the application of the monitoring and reporting mechanisms to include all six grave violations in all situations identified in both annexes contained in the report of the Secretary-General (S/2007/757). Another positive development was the recent adoption of resolution 1820 (2008), which demands the immediate and complete cessation by all parties to armed conflict of all acts of sexual violence against civilians, with immediate effect. That resolution should contribute significantly to the safety of children in armed conflict. The scope of its impact will be evident by 30 June 2009, by which time the Secretary-General has been requested to submit a report to the Council on its implementation.”
2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source
“The establishment of the monitoring and reporting mechanisms pursuant to resolution 1612 (2005) and the creation of the Working Group of the Security Council on Children and Armed Conflict have raised the profile of children affected by armed conflict to the international level and have undoubtedly contributed to the reduction in the recruitment of children by parties to conflict. We commend the efforts and achievements of the Working Group, which is efficiently chaired by French Ambassador Ripert. However, resolution 1612 (2005) also deals with a further five grave violations against children that have not been adequately addressed in the mechanisms to which I have referred.”
2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source
“At the outset, allow me to thank the Vietnamese presidency of the Security Council for organizing this open debate on children and armed conflict. I would like to thank you, Sir, for personally chairing it. Croatia aligns itself with the statement delivered earlier by our French colleague on behalf of the European Union. I would like to make some comments in my national capacity. Croatia welcomes the strengthened engagement of the Security Council in addressing violations against children in armed conflict.”
2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source
“My delegation firmly believes that sanctions would have contributed to the overall stabilization of the situation in the country and the region and would have ultimately led Zimbabwe to the path of true democracy and prosperity. Finally, once again, we deplore the results of today's vote and the failure of the Council to adopt the resolution.”
2008-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5933 (2008) · source
“Having said that, I would merely affirm that the measures foreseen in the draft resolution were never aimed at the people of Zimbabwe; on the contrary, they targeted those who prevent them from expressing their own free will and who use violence, fear and intimidation against their own people to achieve electoral goals by force. Furthermore, those measures provided for by the draft resolution were envisaged as an incentive to dialogue and national reconciliation. They would have been instrumental in applying long-needed pressure on Mr. Mugabe and the ruling clique by sending them a clear message that the international community cannot tolerate violence, double standards and the distortion of democracy at the expense of the Zimbabwean people.”
2008-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5933 (2008) · source
“Croatia is a sponsor of the draft resolution that a majority of delegations just a few minutes ago clearly voted in favour of. We deeply regret the fact that the Council, due to vetoes, fell short of its mandate by failing to adopt the draft resolution on sanctions today. We firmly believe that the Council's action would have been timely and has been long awaited, not only because the situation in Zimbabwe is a clear-cut case for applying the concept of conflict prevent, but also because the deep crisis and continuous worsening of the political, social, economic and humanitarian situation in Zimbabwe represents a threat to regional peace and security, and thus to international peace and security.”
2008-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5933 (2008) · source
“In conclusion, we believe that with a true partnership between Afghanistan and the international community under Afghan leadership, based on mutual trust and obligations, we will achieve our common goals. We are determined to play our part in the rebuilding of a democratic, peaceful and prosperous Afghanistan.”
2008-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5930 (2008) · source
“If I may, I would also like to add my voice and the voice of Croatia to those who have welcomed the intensive and constructive dialogue between Afghanistan and Pakistan. Croatia supports the recommendation of the Secretary-General that UNAMA should proceed with another expansion of its field presence with the opening of six new provincial offices over the next 12 months, simultaneously taking into account concerns for the security of staff members as a matter of the highest priority. Croatia believes that such outreach activities are of crucial importance in the implementation of UNAMA's mandate. We hope that the new plan for the United Nations country team will significantly contribute to a more coherent and effective response by the United Nations in Afghanistan in 2008, while respecting Afghan ownership.”
2008-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5930 (2008) · source
“The international community agreed in Paris to deliver its assistance in a more coordinated way and to channel it increasingly through the national budget in order to make it more predictable, transparent and accountable. Croatia fully supports that effort and stands ready to act accordingly. Regarding humanitarian assistance, in the light of recent developments it is necessary to increase attention to the worsening food situation, and we welcome the launch of an appeal in Kabul today by the Afghan Government and the United Nations. My country further recognizes the essential role of neighbouring countries in providing support to the Government of Afghanistan to achieve stability and prosperity.”
2008-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5930 (2008) · source
“Croatia supports the assessment of the Secretary-General that the support should be guided and promoted by UNAMA and that the new focus will require new resources and expertise, as well as a new internal organizational structure for UNAMA. Strengthening Afghan Government institutions and improving all public services is another priority that includes support for police reform, strengthening the rule of law and supporting public administration reform. Those steps are critically important to create a fully functioning State, but also serve as preconditions for garnering the popular support required to help combat the insurgency.”
2008-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5930 (2008) · source
“However, much more remains to be done, primarily in the areas of the rule of law, law enforcement, Government capacity, development, the private sector and the personal security of all Afghan citizens. We reiterate the importance of consolidating democracy, including through free, fair and secure elections in 2009 and 2010. Bearing in mind the challenges related to practical preparations for the elections, we support structuring UNAMA's electoral capacity and its interaction with the Afghan Government and the Afghan Independent Electoral Commission. Regarding support for the Afghanistan National Development Strategy, especially in the agriculture and energy sectors, we believe that the international community has to be ready to provide the necessary resources, in accordance with the priorities set by the strategy.”
2008-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5930 (2008) · source
“We especially deplore the fact that the asymmetric attacks on which insurgents heavily rely have resulted in a large number of civilian casualties. The threat to the security and stability of Afghanistan posed by terrorists, criminals and those involved in the illicit drug trade is real and needs to be continuously addressed. We look forward to a more active fight against the production and trafficking of narcotics, and we reiterate the need for the full implementation of resolution 1817 (2008), on international cooperation to strengthen the monitoring of the international trade in chemical precursors. In addition, my country welcomes the positive developments in the areas of health, education, infrastructure and economic growth, as well as in building stronger Afghan national security forces.”
2008-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5930 (2008) · source
“We subscribe to the observation of the Special Representative that the priorities identified at the Paris Conference are sufficiently covered by the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) as laid out by resolution 1806 (2008). In that respect, we underscore that greater human, administrative and security resources will need to be mobilized in order for UNAMA to fulfil its mandate and achieve the priorities established in Paris. Consequently, Croatia fully supports the Secretary- General's request for additional qualified personnel and financial resources. Since the launch of the Afghanistan Compact, there has been notable progress in many areas, but daunting challenges remain. We are concerned about the increased insurgency in certain parts of Afghanistan.”
2008-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5930 (2008) · source
“First of all, allow me to extend our condolences to the Governments of Afghanistan and of India, as well as to the families of the victims of the heinous and shocking terrorist attack on the Indian embassy in Kabul. At the Paris Conference, the international community reaffirmed its commitment to work closely under Afghan leadership in support of the Afghanistan National Development Strategy, based on the Afghanistan Compact. My country supports the vision and goals outlined in the Strategy. Croatia also welcomes the review of the Afghanistan Compact prepared by the Co-Chairs of the Joint Coordination and Monitoring Board, as well as its substantive conclusions.”
2008-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5930 (2008) · source
“First of all, I would like to welcome the presence among us of His Excellency Mr. Rangin Dadfar Spanta, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan, and His Excellency Mr. Makhdoom Shah Mehmood Qureshi, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Pakistan. I thank them for their statements. I would also like to express our appreciation for today's briefings by Mr. Kai Eide, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Afghanistan, and Mr. John Holmes, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs. Croatia fully associates itself with the statement made earlier by the Permanent Representative of France on behalf of the European Union. I should like to focus my statement on several key issues.”
2008-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5930 (2008) · source
“This is crucial if we are to see the rest of the South-Eastern Europe fully integrated into a stable and prosperous European future.”
2008-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5917 (2008) · source
“We welcome the readiness of the United Nations to carry out its residual tasks in Kosovo and offer our support to the European Union (EU), which has expressed its readiness to play an enhanced role in the rule of law through its European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX Kosovo). The prompt and full establishment of EULEX in the entire territory of Kosovo is the best guarantee that the successful United Nations legacy in Kosovo will be preserved. Finally, we call on the authorities both in Belgrade and in Pristina - and, even more important, all citizens of Kosovo, regardless of their ethnicity - to continue cooperating with the United Nations and the European Union in order to ensure the continued stability and security of Kosovo, neighbouring countries and the region.”
2008-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5917 (2008) · source
“We commend the Secretary-General and the Secretariat for displaying leadership, and especially for bringing all sides together in order to find solutions, which not everyone supports fully but can live with, all in line with the United Nations status neutrality and with resolution 1244 (1999). We applaud the Secretary-General's vision in not stopping the river of history from flowing, while addressing the major worries of those concerned. We fully support the plan he has presented in his report, within the framework of resolution 1244 (1999), which enables him to do so. The new reality in Kosovo and its future are clear.”
2008-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5917 (2008) · source
“However, the entry into force of the Kosovo constitution effectively removes UNMIK's powers as interim civil administration in Kosovo as of 15 June of this year, and that is the main reason that we are gathered in this Chamber today. Since 1999, the United Nations, through its UNMIK presence in Kosovo, was very successful at administering Kosovo for the benefit of its inhabitants. We would like to take this opportunity to congratulate everyone who was a part of this effort and who put energy into building something that today we can claim to be an overwhelmingly positive United Nations legacy in Kosovo. In this context, let me underline the role that the outgoing Special Representative, Joachim Riicker, played in Kosovo and to thank him for his work.”
2008-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5917 (2008) · source
“We hope that the constitution's implementation and the adherence to its most advanced provisions will be a constant affirmation of this. After long hardship and nine years of the United Nations Interim Administration in Kosovo (UNMIK) we wish the people of Kosovo every success in administering their own lives. We wish them stability, security and prosperity, as well as quick integration into the United Nations in due course and into other international forums and, naturally, into the Euro- Atlantic community. We have repeatedly reiterated our strong conviction that all countries of South-Eastern Europe belong to the European and Euro-Atlantic family, and we stand ready to offer them our experience and know-how as they travel their path.”
2008-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5917 (2008) · source
“First of all, I would like to thank the Secretary-General for presenting his report (S/2008/354). We would also like to welcome His Excellency President Boris Tadie of the Republic of Serbia and His Excellency President Fatmir Sejdiu of the Republic of Kosovo. On 15 June, the constitution of the Republic of Kosovo came into force. We congratulate the people of Kosovo on having adopted one of the most progressive of constitutions, one that contains the strongest internationally recognized human rights protection mechanisms and includes European best practices for multi-ethnic protection. The constitution's adoption and entry into force reaffirm Kosovo as a true country in Europe and Kosovo as a truly European country.”
2008-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5917 (2008) · source
“The progress achieved thus far gives us hope to believe that the Iraqi people are determined to overcome the remaining challenges and, with the assistance of the international community, consolidate those gains.”
2008-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5910 (2008) · source
“We are pleased with the positive plans being developed under the aegis of the extended ministerial conference of neighbouring States and would encourage its further engagement. The constructive engagement of Iraq's neighbours is critical for the long-term stabilization and reconstruction of Iraq. My delegation finds it unacceptable that those efforts are being jeopardized by armed groups that are attacking Iraq and the coalition forces in an attempt to undermine the security and stabilization of Iraq. Stability, normalization, reconciliation, economic and social development and the consolidation of democracy in Iraq remain our shared goals.”
2008-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5910 (2008) · source
“The recent annual review conference of the International Compact with Iraq, held in Stockholm, was another demonstration of the continued involvement of the international community in helping to advance the vision of a stable, secure and prosperous Iraq. We are pleased with the progress made since its launch one year ago. While we recognize that international support at this stage is still vital, the implementation of the Compact should be an Iraq-led effort. National ownership and strong leadership by Iraq and Iraqis remain crucial for its success. Our ultimate goal should remain the transformation of Iraq into a fully integrated member of the international community. That integration, both political and economic, begins at the regional level.”
2008-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5910 (2008) · source
“We commend and support the efforts of Special Representative of the Secretary-General De Mistura and the UNAMI staff, who continue to carry out their mandate and expanded the Mission's presence under difficult circumstances. We attach great importance to the role of UNAMI in resolving the dispute on the internal boundaries and take note of the recently presented analytical reports on the four disputed districts proposing a series of specific confidence-building measures. We also note the message from Mr. De Mistura that the Government of Iraq alone has the sovereign responsibility to decide on that process.”
2008-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5910 (2008) · source
“Iraq is undergoing a phase of critical transformation, and the results achieved thus far allow us to believe that that process is moving in the right direction. Notwithstanding, we are aware that the journey is not without significant challenges of a political, security and humanitarian nature. My delegation continues to believe that the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) and multinational forces are well placed to play a central role in leading the international effort to help Iraq address and overcome the remaining challenges, notably in assisting the people of Iraq in advancing political dialogue, extending electoral assistance, supporting the constitutional review process and facilitating the regional dialogue process.”
2008-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5910 (2008) · source
“President, on behalf of the multinational forces, that the security indicators continue to improve. A secure environment is without question a prerequisite for progress in most other sectors. In recent months, the Iraqi security forces have demonstrated an increased ability to address security challenges. With support from the multinational forces, they have worked, often tirelessly, to improve security and public order, combat terrorism and sectarian violence and impose the rule of law. That being said, we recognize that this is a long-term effort, which will require the building of professional, impartial and non-sectarian security forces that enjoy the trust and respect of all Iraqi communities.”
2008-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5910 (2008) · source
“My country looks forward to seeing Iraq's vast economic potential translated into improvements of the infrastructure and essential services for all Iraqi citizens. In the legislative area, a number of important milestones have been achieved this year, notably the adoption of legislation on de-Baathification reform, amnesty, provincial powers and the budget. We hope to see the same progress on the issue of hydrocarbon resources, the implementation of article 140 of the Constitution and the constitutional revision process. No less important is the prompt adoption of legislation guiding the provincial elections, to be held before the end of this year. Should it be further delayed, the whole electoral timetable may be jeopardized. This year has also witnessed a marked improvement in security. It has been encouraging to hear from you, Mr.”
2008-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5910 (2008) · source
“Allow me to begin by extending a warm welcome to the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Iraq, His Excellency Mr. Hoshyar Zebari, and thank him for his presentation. I would also like to thank Under-Secretary-General Gambari, Ambassador Khalilzad and Controller Sach for their briefings to the Council. Iraq has shown commendable progress on the political, economic and security fronts. We are encouraged by the commitment of the Iraqi Government to continue to apply those efforts in order to expand on and consolidate the achievements that have been reached thus far. The remarkable macroeconomic indicators point to an expanding economy, with the Government's efforts at reviving the economy showing positive upward trends.”
2008-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5910 (2008) · source
“It relates to the responsibility of the international community to ensure effectiveness in preventing conflict and protecting and promoting human rights, humanitarian law and the rule of law in general." (A/62/PV.25, p. 10). It is precisely for that reason that the Tribunal was established in 1993. Prime Minister Sanader also stated that ensuring "a just outcome of prosecution is the only way to discourage those who might consider repeating such crimes, today or in the future. Just punishment offers a measure of respect for the victims. Just punishment is the best deterrent. Just punishment also serves truth and opens the way for lasting peace, security and reconciliation". (ibid., p. 8).”
2008-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5904 (2008) · source
“We took note of the appeals by the Prosecution in the Mrksie and Sljivancanin cases, who were part of the Vukovar Three. However, it is difficult to comprehend why no appeal has been filed in the case of the acquitted Miroslav Radie, the remaining third participant in the massive crime, in which, among other things, more than 260 persons were summarily executed. We continue to hope that the appellate judgement in the Vukovar case will render justice that can stand the test of time. Let me conclude by quoting the Prime Minister of Croatia, Mr. Ivo Sanader, who addressed the General Assembly on this issue last fall. "The issue of punishment for war crimes relates to responsibility in a broader sense.”
2008-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5904 (2008) · source
“We are conducting several internal investigations in the country with a view to discovering the possible existence of other documentation sought by the Prosecution. The Prosecution has been regularly updated on those activities. An early effort has been made to bring them to a prompt conclusion. Croatia continues to believe that justice is an essential prerequisite for lasting peace. It attaches great importance to the fair and expeditious trial of all perpetrators of war crimes. However, the failure to establish individual criminal accountability undermines that goal and threatens to undermine the long-term legacy of the Tribunals. Last fall, the judgement delivered by the Tribunal in the case of the so-called Vukovar Three provoked strong reactions in Croatia, particularly among the victims, their families and their associations.”
2008-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5904 (2008) · source
“The extensive working relationship developed between the relevant Croatian authorities and the representatives of the Tribunal has in no way subsided over the past reporting period. The Prosecution has been given full access to the State archives, including those of the Ministry of Defence. So far, more than 9,000 documents have been handed over to the Prosecution, including those emanating from the highest ranking military officials. Nearly 800 requests for assistance have been received so far, of which only one remains partially unfulfilled. The outstanding request No. 739 has been given full attention by our authorities, and the ICTY has already received extensive documentation - 1,833 documents - pertinent to the request.”
2008-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5904 (2008) · source
“Croatia is and will remain actively engaged in supporting the work of the Tribunal, including by providing the documents and information necessary for the preparation and conduct of trials. Over the past year, the Croatian authorities have developed an excellent working relationship with the ICTY prosecution. Croatia also has a permanent role in advancing regional cooperation in the war crimes trials. We have taken note of today's remarks by the Prosecutor. We see no grounds for questioning what has previously been described as a generally satisfactory level of cooperation as the willingness of the Croatian authorities to engage in regional and international cooperation on war crimes trials remains exemplary.”
2008-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5904 (2008) · source
“Furthermore, my country is ready to assume responsibility for the residual functions relating to the serving of sentences and is interested in concluding an agreement to that end with the ICTY so that the sentenced persons who so wish may serve their sentences in Croatia. As stated before, we think that the directions guiding current practice are obsolete, as the circumstances have changed substantially since the inception of the Tribunal, thereby justifying the serving of sentences in the country where the crimes were committed, as is already the case with the sentences delivered by the Rwanda Tribunal. We see no reason to continue the discrepancy in the practices between the two Tribunals. I would now like to say a few words and provide some precise information on recent developments in Croatian cooperation with the Tribunal.”
2008-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5904 (2008) · source
“As it has stated on many occasions, Croatia firmly believes that one of the most important determinants of the long-term legacy of the Tribunals is to ensure that it has been embraced by the countries under their jurisdiction. That is why the active involvement of national jurisdictions in the prosecution of war crimes is important. Not only does it add to an effective completion strategy, but it also demonstrates national ownership. The Croatian judiciary has clearly demonstrated its ability to conduct trials of even the most sensitive cases, including the one case that was transferred to it by the ICTY. Within the framework of the Tribunal's completion strategy, Croatia stands ready to take over any other remaining cases involving Croatian citizens or crimes committed in Croatia.”
2008-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5904 (2008) · source
“Secondly, the interests of the long-term legacy of the Tribunals make it imperative that optimal solutions be found for balancing the interests of the most affected countries with the interests that the international community as a whole has in preserving that legacy. The issue of archives is an important element of future residual structures. Bearing in mind that their significance extends beyond judicial processes, we look forward to finding a solution that reconciles the interests of all stakeholders in the region and beyond, most notably those of victims and survivors, as well as those pertinent to ongoing or future trials.”
2008-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5904 (2008) · source
“Croatia will continue to engage in those discussions with a view to a timely articulation of such mechanisms. In that respect, I would like to point out two things related to the legacy of the ICTY in particular. First, when addressing the issue of residual mechanisms, it is crucial that the Council make it clear that the core mandate of the Tribunals should not be compromised. It is therefore essential that fugitives face trial. In the case of the ICTY, that means that all four remaining fugitives - Radovan Karadzic, Ratko Mladic, Goran Hadzic and Stojan Zupljanin - must face international justice. Without it, the Tribunal's mandate will remain unfulfilled and its legacy incomplete. Any decision on the possible transfer of such trials to national jurisdiction may only be taken by ajudicial instance.”
2008-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5904 (2008) · source
“However, before we can confidently state that their mandates have been completed, the international community has to make sure that every effort has been made to bring those most responsible to justice, however long it takes. We have listened attentively to the reports presented to the Council by the representatives of the two Tribunals. We welcome their commitment to ensure that every measure is taken to expedite the work of the Tribunals and to implement their respective completion strategies at an early date. As part of that exit strategy, the Council will have to take decisions on certain mechanisms, the existence of which will be necessary even as the current trials area concluded, in order to ensure the continuation of a certain number of essential residual functions.”
2008-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5904 (2008) · source
“I would like to welcome Judge Pocar and Judge Byron, the Presidents of the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) and the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR), as well as Prosecutors Brammertz and Jallow. I thank them for their respective reports. The establishment of those two Tribunals by the Security Council 15 years ago was one of the defining moments in the development of international criminal justice. My country, Croatia, was one of the early proponents of their establishment, having been directly affected by the most painful experience of war crimes committed by the aggressors against its citizens in the early 19905. Today, as the Tribunals' mandates are drawing nearer to the completion date, we can say that many of the goals for which they were established have been largely accomplished.”
2008-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5904 (2008) · source
“Moreover, Croatia strongly believes that when Governments fail to investigate, prosecute and punish violations of humanitarian law against civilians by members of their own armed forces or committed on their territory, recourse to the International Criminal Court should be considered. The question of the protection of civilians in armed conflict is a serious matter that requires our serious attention and is, without question, of concern for international peace and security. My country is part of a region that has suffered from armed conflict, and thus we ourselves have witnessed what international will can do for the protection of civilians.”
2008-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5898 (2008) · source
“If used in conjunction with a holistic approach, as described in our previous debate this month on post- conflict peacebuilding (5895th meeting), the Security Council can be the tool that helps foster or, if need be, coerce lasting change for the betterment of civilian populations. I would like to add two short comments before ending. First, Croatia understands the impact of cluster munitions on civilians, and our remain concerned about their use in armed conflict. We therefore add our support to efforts being undertaken in the international community to negotiate in 2008 a legally binding instrument that would prohibit the use, production and transfer of cluster munitions.”
2008-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5898 (2008) · source