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“We cannot allow stovepiping to hinder actual progress on the ground. Last month, here at the United Nations, the Foreign Ministers of Brazil, France, Indonesia, Norway, Senegal, South Africa and Thailand invited interested ministers and delegations to consider areas where foreign policy more or less directly affects global health. Conflict prevention, conflict resolution and post-conflict reconstruction and peacebuilding are such areas. It is well understood that improved health is an important peace dividend. In our view, it is less well understood why and how that is, or how insufficient attention to health issues may contribute to the collapse of peace processes.”
2007-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5766Resumption1 (2007) · source
“We must do better. As a step in that direction, Norway encourages the Council to take the following specific decisions: first, to develop a monitoring mechanism to improve its contribution to preventing and redressing violence against women in armed conflict, as proposed by the Secretary-General; secondly, to develop a transparent mechanism to ensure that gender issues are specifically addressed and reported on in all United Nations peace operations; and thirdly, to mandate a reporting mechanism on sexual violence within peacekeeping missions. The challenge does not stop there. We need to expand efforts beyond traditional institutional boundaries. We must realize the multidimensional aspects of consolidating peace, which will be elusive if half of the population's concerns are ignored.”
2007-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5766Resumption1 (2007) · source
“We must nevertheless conclude that we are still far from where we should be. Women are still too often neglected in peace negotiations; they are not allowed to participate on equal terms with men. Women's perspectives are still disregarded and their concerns and needs overlooked. Women and girls are still targets and victims of injustice, assault and sexual violence. And impunity for atrocities committed against women remains largely unresolved. Most shameful of all to us here in the United Nations, the Secretary-General's declared zero-tolerance policy is still not getting through to civilians and soldiers, and allegations of sexual misconduct by United Nations peacekeepers continue. After seven years and commendable efforts by Member States, the United Nations and the Security Council, we should have been doing better.”
2007-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5766Resumption1 (2007) · source
“Security Council resolution 1325 (2000) is more than the text of a good decision. It is a process: a process of implementation, but also a process of awareness and understanding. It is necessary at the decision-making level, as well as at the implementation level, to constantly strive for an improved understanding of the situation and the role of women in conflict. The process leading to resolution 1325 (2000) and the seven years that have passed since its adoption has brought about an increased understanding of the role, needs and vulnerability of women and girls. It has provided us with a useful platform to redouble efforts to ensure that women are included in peace processes, so that their needs can be addressed and the peace processes thus effectively sustained.”
2007-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5766Resumption1 (2007) · source
“The disbandment of illegal armed groups is key to the security of the population and to stability, and progress is long overdue. UNAMA has an important role to play, in particular through the disbandment of illegal armed groups and through dialogue with the Afghan authorities. Reform of the Ministry of Interior is pivotal, and we encourage the Afghan authorities to continue and redouble their efforts in that regard. We believe that peace and justice go hand in hand. We underline the importance of the full implementation of the Action Plan on Peace, Justice and Reconciliation, in accordance with the Afghanistan Compact and the expectations of the Afghan people.”
2007-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5641 (2007) · source
“The Afghan Government and the United Nations must redouble their efforts to ensure the full implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. There are signs that opium production may increase further. However, it has been demonstrated that this trend is not irreversible. Opium production has been reduced in some provinces where there has been strong leadership on the part of the governor and a good dialogue with traditional leaders, supported by the international community. We need to learn from and build on those success stories. Strengthening law and order is key to stability in the long term. We welcome the European Union's decision to establish a European Security and Defence Policy mission, and we aim to make a substantial contribution to it.”
2007-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5641 (2007) · source
“The Joint Coordination and Monitoring Board, ably and jointly chaired by the Afghan Government and UNAMA, contributes to better coordination, but coordination can be effective only if we are all ready to be coordinated. During the last Board meeting in Berlin, the Afghan authorities asked us to reduce the caveats on our assistance. In the short term, we need to focus on capacity-building through joint efforts, but the long-term answer is to transfer control to the Afghan authorities through the Afghan budget. The Afghanistan Reconstruction Trust Fund is a good vehicle for joint action, and we encourage donor countries to channel a substantial part of their funding through the Fund. Progress on promoting the participation of women is crucial for sustainable development.”
2007-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5641 (2007) · source
“We are concerned when it comes to the protection of civilians and conditions for the delivery of humanitarian and development assistance. Close cooperation between the Afghan authorities, UNAMA and the International Security Assistance Force will be required. International forces must continue to do their utmost to avoid civilian casualties. All international efforts must be organized in a way that strengthens the Afghan Government and Afghan popular support for the international presence. A number of countries have increased their contributions to Afghanistan. That is a positive development. Norway has increased its humanitarian and development assistance, and will contribute almost $75 million this year, but we also have to improve the way we work together.”
2007-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5641 (2007) · source
“Success in Afghanistan requires the building of Afghan ownership. That must be done through strengthened and coordinated international efforts aimed at the full implementation of the Afghanistan Compact. We believe that the United Nations should play a stronger role. We welcome the expansion of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and commend Special Representative Koenigs and his team on their work. UNAMA must be further strengthened and expanded so that it can play a strong and unifying role. Norway encourages the United Nations to continue its efforts to improve relations between Afghanistan and the countries of the region. The security situation in many parts of Afghanistan is better than it was last year, but there are signs of continued security challenges ahead.”
2007-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5641 (2007) · source
“Norway has for many years actively promoted a two-State solution by supporting Palestinian institution-building. This is crucial in building a viable, democratic and independent Palestinian State that can live in peace with Israel. We welcome the Mecca agreement. It is now our hope that the agreement can make it possible to normalize relations between a Palestinian unity government and the international community. Let me also, on behalf of my Government, condemn today's terrorist attack in Lebanon and extend our condolences to the Government and the people of Lebanon.”
2007-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5629Resumption1 (2007) · source
“To underpin the political process, the two parties should make every effort to build confidence. Norway urges the parties to implement fully what was agreed upon at the 23 December meeting between the Israeli and Palestinian leaders and to meet their obligations under the Agreement on Movement and Access, the Sharm el-Sheikh understanding of 2005 and the Road Map. The Mecca agreement should also be an important step towards ending internal violence among the Palestinians and creating stability in the Palestinian territory. We expect the new government to reinstate the rule of law in Gaza and to act decisively against terrorism and rocket attacks on Israel. Norway also urges the immediate release of the captured Israeli soldier and the detained members of the Palestinian Legislative Council.”
2007-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5629Resumption1 (2007) · source
“It is essential that the international community continue to build on what has been achieved. We firmly believe that this positive development needs international encouragement. Norway welcomes the recent statements by the Quartet, in which it promises to remain closely engaged in the renewed political dialogue between Israeli and Palestinian leaders, and to monitor developments and actions taken by the parties. Norway would also like to express its full support for the upcoming tripartite meeting between President Abbas, Prime Minister Olmert and Secretary of State Rice. We hope that it will encourage the resumption of a peace process leading to a two-State solution, with Israel and Palestine living side by side in peace, within secure and recognized borders.”
2007-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5629Resumption1 (2007) · source
“Norway welcomes the agreement reached in Mecca on the formation of a Palestinian unity government. We commend President Abbas for his tireless efforts to establish a broad national unity government on a political platform that reflects the Quartet principles of non-violence, recognition of Israel and acceptance of previous agreements and obligations. Norway would also like to acknowledge the particularly important role that Saudi Arabia - together with Egypt, Jordan, Syria and the League of Arab States - have played in making this possible. This shows that concerned countries are taking responsibility for dealing with the major political challenges in their own region. The Mecca agreement is an important step forward. The formation of a unity government will give President Abbas a broad basis for conducting negotiations with Israel.”
2007-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5629Resumption1 (2007) · source
“We need their eyes, ears and hearts even more during armed conflicts and in volatile phases of transition. Finally, we would like to express our thanks to Under-Secretary-General Jan Egeland for his active engagement in the issue of protection of civilians in armed conflict, including today's briefing to the Council.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577Resumption1 (2006) · source
“The ultimate aim of our efforts should be to instil zero- tolerance on an international level based on the 06-6406] standards in the Secretary General's bulletin on sexual exploitation and abuse (ST/SGB/2003/13). Armed conflicts are generally characterized by grave and systematic human rights abuses, impunity and absence of accountability. Whether we are able to end impunity will strongly influence how we are able to prevent future conflicts. Transitional justice that ensures accountability, serves justice and achieves reconciliation is a prerequisite in this regard. Norway wants to pay tribute to the courageous human rights defenders, be they journalists, lawyers, staff of human rights non-governmental organizations or others, who every day risk their lives and security for the lives and freedom of others. Their cause should be ours.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577Resumption1 (2006) · source
“The result is that the rights of women and girls are not sufficiently protected. Norway supports the initiative by the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) to develop a five-point action plan to rectify this dysfunctionality on the part of the humanitarian community. A very specific concern as regards gender discrimination is sexual exploitation and abuse by United Nations and associated personnel involved in international operations. Norway strongly regrets the fact that this abhorrent practice continues to require our attention. We remain strongly committed to working actively to prevent such behaviour by all categories of personnel. In that connection, Norwegian military authorities enforce a zero-tolerance policy regarding the purchase of sexual services, which applies to all military personnel serving abroad.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577Resumption1 (2006) · source
“We want to underline the normative as well as the operational importance of the Guidelines, and we are encouraged by the increasing use of the Guidelines as a standard, by States, United Nations agencies and regional and non-governmental organizations. Situations of armed conflict pose particular risks for women and girls. Violence against women, including rape and other forms of sexual violence, often becomes a weapon of war. Unfortunately, there is often reluctance to deal with gender-based and sexual violence. We must ensure an end to impunity for those grave criminal acts and provide adequate protection for women and girls. Regarding humanitarian assistance, recent evaluations indicate that the humanitarian community still fails to integrate a gender perspective in a systematic manner in their programming and implementation practices.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577Resumption1 (2006) · source
“We must act now to establish an international ban on cluster munitions. Norway supports the call made by Secretary-General Annan and also reiterated here today by United Nations Under-Secretary-General Egeland - to turn the use of such cluster munitions into history. Forced displacement is another major obstacle to the protection of civilians in armed conflict. Internally displaced persons (IDPs) often find themselves trapped by the fact that the Governments primarily responsible for their protection are the very same ones that have created conditions leading to the displacement. Despite their vulnerability and urgent needs for protection, IDPs often fall between the mandates of various humanitarian bodies. The Guiding Principles on Internal Displacement were developed to meet the specific challenges of IDPs.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577Resumption1 (2006) · source
“Protection of civilians is a primary objective of the United Nations, including the Security Council. The Council has stressed - most recently in resolution 1674 (2006) - that the deliberate targeting of civilians and other protected persons may even constitute a threat to international peace and security. There are many factors leading to the increased vulnerability of civilians during armed conflicts. A major threat to civilians, both during and after armed conflicts, is the use of cluster munitions. A number of countries in different parts of the world are affected by the use of cluster munitions. The humanitarian consequences are enormous and the setback to development is massive. We must prevent cluster munitions from becoming a new humanitarian disaster the way landmines did before we managed to put the Landmine Convention in place.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577Resumption1 (2006) · source
“According to the Peace Agreement, cantonment of armed personnel will soon be initiated. Children under 18 years of age will be separated and transferred to transit centres. UNICEF in Nepal, as lead agency in addressing issues of children associated with armed forces and armed groups, has already signalled its readiness to assist. Norway stands ready to assist UNICEF in that endeavour.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573Resumption1 (2006) · source
“We must prevent cluster munitions from becoming the humanitarian scourge that anti-personnel landmines were before the Mine Ban Convention. With that in mind, my Government has launched an international initiative to ban cluster munitions. There is reason for cautious optimism in countries such as Uganda and Nepal. Norway welcomes the Cessation of Hostilities Agreement between the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) and the Government of Uganda. We hope that will become a sustainable peace agreement that can put an end to the suffering of large numbers of boys and girls abducted and recruited as child soldiers. We call on the LRA to release all women and children in captivity in accordance with Security Council resolutions 1612 (2005) and 1325 (2000). Norway has warmly welcomed the Comprehensive Peace Agreement in Nepal.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573Resumption1 (2006) · source
“Regrettably, the creation and implementation of action plans by countries to end the practice of forced recruitment and use of child soldiers is lagging behind. We need to see more effective use of action plans. While we are pleased to note that several countries have expressed their commitment to developing such plans, we also join in the call for those listed in the report to follow up with concrete time-bound action plans. As a member of the international community Norway stands ready to consider ways of support. We have witnessed serious setbacks affecting the civilian population, including children in the Middle East region. Civilians are affected by cluster munitions, not only during conflict but also for a long time afterwards.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573Resumption1 (2006) · source
“Information should be provided on the practices of all parties to armed conflicts - including Government forces, paramilitary groups and non-State armed groups. Civil society and NGOs can play an important role in the monitoring and reporting system. Norway has already provided support to the monitoring and reporting system through UNICEF. Norway encourages a broad approach to monitoring and reporting. We support the suggestion of the Secretary-General that the Council expand its focus and give equal care and attention to children affected by armed conflicts in all situations of concern. This includes all the categories of grave violations beyond the recruitment and use of child soldiers as set out in resolution 1612 (2005).”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573Resumption1 (2006) · source
“Norway welcomes the more comprehensive framework of the Council in dealing with the problem of children and armed conflict in line with resolution 1612 (2005) and its previous resolutions. The Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict has committed itself to a work plan that includes consideration of specific situations and regular reviews of all situations of concern. The ministerial meeting called by France earlier this year could serve as a model for ensuring continuous engagement by all stakeholders. Another significant development relates to the system of monitoring and reporting on the recruitment and use of child soldiers, as well as on other violations and abuses committed against children in armed conflict.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573Resumption1 (2006) · source
“Today's debate is a welcome opportunity to focus our attention on the need for a wider international partnership to better protect children affected by armed conflict. Children are the most vulnerable victims of any conflict. They deserve our attention and our protection. Their rights must be respected and their central role in peace and security must be recognized. We fully support efforts to further integrate the problem of children and armed conflict in the peace and security sector of the United Nations and the work of the Security Council. We must also pay attention to emerging challenges and new threats, as suggested by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict in her strategic framework. Norway stands ready to support her in this and in her mission in general.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573Resumption1 (2006) · source
“It is also our long-standing position that the Palestinian leadership must bring an end to the firing of rockets into Israeli territory. Such acts of terror serve neither the Palestinian population nor the prospects for peace. We also urge the Palestinian leadership to provide for the safe return of the kidnapped Israeli corporal Gilad Shalit. Norway supports the efforts of President Abbas to establish a Government of national unity reflecting the principles set out by the Quartet. We strongly encourage all parties and the international community to support those efforts. The road to peace starts at the negotiating table. Only a process of negotiations can bring about a comprehensive settlement based on the Road Map, the commitments made at Sharm el-Sheikh and all relevant resolutions adopted by the Security Council.”
2006-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5564Resumption1 (2006) · source
“Norway's Minister for Foreign Affairs was in Gaza yesterday and could see for himself the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian situation and the widespread destruction left behind by the recent Israeli military campaign. In Gaza, my Minister met with President Abbas; he also met with Israel's Minister for Foreign Affairs. He brought with him a clear message: while Norway recognizes Israel's right to defend itself and its citizens, we cannot accept military retaliation that is so disproportionate and contrary to international humanitarian law. Actions such as yesterday's serve only to cultivate hatred and to reinforce continued armed resistance. That is not the way to improve Israel's security. There is no military solution to this conflict, and we urge Israel to end its incursions into Gaza.”
2006-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5564Resumption1 (2006) · source
“This meeting takes place against the backdrop of yesterday's Israeli military action in Gaza. The numbers are indisputable and shocking: 19 Palestinians were killed in Beit Hanoun alone, a majority of them women and children. Our condolences go to those who lost loved ones. Norway condemns this massive use of military force by the Israel Defense Forces in their attempts to stop the firing of home-made rockets from Gaza. Since June this year, more than 300 Palestinians have lost their lives, many of them children. Countless others have suffered injuries and have been left homeless and traumatized. Along with the damaging effects of the Israeli military action, the overall humanitarian situation in Gaza is becoming more and more critical, increasing human suffering and undermining the prospects for peace.”
2006-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5564Resumption1 (2006) · source
“The international community must 12 remain engaged on the north-south issues and the implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement by, inter alia, fulfilling the pledges made in Oslo last year. The Norwegian Government's support for Sudan over the past two years amounts to a total of $200 million.”
2006-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5478 (2006) · source
“The implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement is moving forward. We can now see progress on security and the withdrawal of troops from the south and the east. But the process is too slow, and there are a number of difficult issues that need urgent resolution, such as Abyei, the Border Commission and the Petroleum Commission. The humanitarian situation is critical not only in Darfur, but also in the south and the east. The return of internally displaced persons is very difficult and needs further support; the lack of administration in the Abyei region makes the situation particularly difficult. Norway will push for full implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement, especially through our chairmanship of the Assessment and Evaluation Commission.”
2006-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5478 (2006) · source
“Norway therefore supports the United Nations re-hatting of AMIS in order to protect the population of Darfur and to guide and support the implementation of the Peace Agreement. Norway is ready to participate in the expanded United Nations mission for Darfur, hopefully within a Nordic framework. Our preparations for that are continuing, with the possible starting point of 1 January next year. Lastly, I would like to comment on the north- south issues and the Comprehensive Peace Agreement. Despite all the difficulties, that Agreement and the emerging political cooperation between former combatants show that it is, after all, possible to sustain the peace process for Sudan. The Comprehensive Peace Agreement is the main pillar of that process, and it must now be supported and strengthened by the agreement for Darfur and the east.”
2006-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5478 (2006) · source
“Several elements are important here: starting the process of disarming the militias, especially the Janjaweed; bringing forward the Darfur- Darfur dialogue; delivering humanitarian assistance; and actively disseminating the content of the Darfur Peace Agreement to the population of Darfur. The United Nations, the African Union and the international community must help the parties to implement the Agreement and should support all of the processes as a matter of urgency. Norway will participate in those efforts. Security and protection for the population must be given a very high priority. The African Union Mission in the Sudan (AMIS) must be strengthened, especially with increased responsibility for the AMIS police. Only the United Nations, however, will be able to sustain an operation of this magnitude over the necessary period of time.”
2006-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5478 (2006) · source
“The people are looking for guidance from the leaders who negotiated in Abuja. We must continue to push for the broad acceptance of the Agreement. The door must still be open for the rest of the Darfur leaders to sign, but after a process in which they can discuss and agree with the Government the various concerns raised. Such a process must not, however, undermine the position of those who have already signed the Agreement. Possible sanctions must not impede that political process, which should be an integrated part of the implementation of the Darfur dialogue. The Government and the leaders who have already signed, headed by Minni Minawi, should under all circumstances start to implement the Agreement. That will show the commitment of the two parties and also show the benefits of the Agreement to the other movements.”
2006-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5478 (2006) · source
“Each has its unique character, but they are still interconnected. We must press ahead with implementing the Comprehensive Peace Agreement between the north and the south. We must get all parties on board on the Darfur Peace Agreement and get the complicated process under way. Initial talks for eastern Sudan have been successful, and we hope that negotiations will soon start in Asmara. The Darfur conflict is at a crossroads. I want to pay tribute to the African Union for a tremendous job done both in establishing and maintaining an important peacekeeping mission under adverse conditions, and in bringing the Abuja peace process to a successful conclusion. The situation in Darfur is still very difficult. There is still broad scepticism regarding the Darfur Peace Agreement among the population.”
2006-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5478 (2006) · source
“I would like to thank Ambassador Jones Parry for his briefing. I would also like to thank the Security Council mission to the Sudan for its comprehensive report on a very complex situation. I commend the Council and the Secretary- General for their active roles in the peace process for Sudan, as this is the second time that the Council has visited the region to push the Sudan peace process forward. My Government welcomes and supports the analysis and recommendations emerging from the mission. The international community must face up to the coming tasks and challenges. The continued leadership of the Council will be crucial. It can count on Norway's support. The complexity of the situation in the Sudan is best illustrated by the fact that three different peace processes are going on at the same time.”
2006-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5478 (2006) · source
“Safeguarding the rule of law in this context will, in our view, also serve to increase confidence in the sanctions system as an important political measure to maintain peace and security. At the same time, the effectiveness of sanctions relies, to a significant extent, on their implementation without delay. We therefore appreciate renewed efforts by the Council to address problems in that context. Fairness and respect for human rights must guide the use of United Nations sanctions regimes, especially if they are to be effective in the long term.”
2006-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5474Resumption1 (2006) · source
“That is why Norway participated actively in the establishment of the International Criminal Court (ICC) and exactly why the ICC should play a part in the maintenance of international peace and security. We expect the Security Council to play a major role in international efforts to end impunity, particularly through the ICC. While the International Criminal Court has set high standards for protecting the rights of the individual, individually targeted sanctions imposed by the Council have fallen short in providing sufficiently reassuring access to justice. Norway favours the introduction of a delisting mechanism that can help correct the wrong in cases where people are placed on a sanctions list without just cause.”
2006-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5474Resumption1 (2006) · source
“We foresee a mutually reinforcing role between the Security Council and the Peacebuilding Commission as regards the capacity of the United Nations to strengthen the rule of law in situations of conflict. The United Nations deserves our full support in carrying out complex peacekeeping operations. These raise particular challenges in cases of rule of law vacuums. In such situations, the United Nations must act as standard-bearer. Widespread impunity for perpetrators of grave international crimes represents an obstacle to reconciliation and is in itself a violation of international law. When national courts lack the capacity or the will to bring such perpetrators to justice, it is for the international legal order to provide mechanisms that support justice.”
2006-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5474Resumption1 (2006) · source
“The Norwegian Government is dedicated to strengthening international law and enhancing respect for the role of the United Nations in the peaceful resolution of conflicts. In our view, the most important contribution to peace and reconciliation is support for a world order in which the use of force is regulated by international law. The United Nations has a varied supply of tools at its disposal to take on a leading role in pre-conflict, conflict and post-conflict situations. Those resources must be applied in a coordinated manner so that the various bodies of the United Nations can work in the same direction. As a member of the Peacebuilding Commission, Norway will contribute to a comprehensive strategy in which the enhancement of rule of law activities will play an important role.”
2006-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5474Resumption1 (2006) · source
“Norway deeply appreciated the initiative of the Danish presidency to focus on the Security Council's contribution to strengthening international law and to hold an open debate on this important issue. We welcome the discussion paper prepared by Denmark, which contains a list of very pertinent questions. Our common aim to promote peace, security, development and well-being for all nations must be based on a world order respecting the rule of law in all international relations. The United Nations plays a leading role in shaping that order, particularly in maintaining peace and security. As the Security Council has the primary responsibility under the Charter for the maintenance of international peace and security, the task of disseminating respect for international law must be among its key priorities.”
2006-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5474Resumption1 (2006) · source
“Norway will continue its support for the development of Palestinian security capacity through the Palestinian civil police, in coordination with the European Union Coordination Office for Palestinian Policing Support and the United States Security Coordinator, General Ward.”
2005-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5230Resumption1 (2005) · source
“Israel must stop and reverse the construction of the barrier inside Palestinian territory, including in and around East Jerusalem. Any changes to the pre-1967 borders other than those arrived at by agreement between the parties are not acceptable. We are deeply concerned by the recent escalation of the violence in Israel and in the Palestinian territories. We condemned unreservedly the recent terrorist attacks on Israel. The Palestinian Authority must take immediate and effective action against those involved in attacks. Israel, for its part, has an indisputable right to protect its citizens against terrorist attacks. However, international law bans the practice of extrajudicial killings. Furthermore, the Palestinian Authority must step up its efforts to ensure a secure environment for its citizens.”
2005-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5230Resumption1 (2005) · source
“Furthermore, the Palestinian Authority should speed up its reform programme and Israel should do what it can to create the conditions necessary for viable Palestinian economic growth after the withdrawal from Gaza and certain parts of the northern West Bank. The international community, as well as the parties, must also look beyond the disengagement to "the morning after". We must not allow the disengagement process to divert attention away from the continued expansion of settlements on the West Bank and in East Jerusalem and the continued construction of the barrier east of the Green Line. That policy undermines the possibility of positive dividends from the Gaza disengagement. We are concerned by the recent Israeli cabinet decision to immediately complete the separation barrier in and around East Jerusalem.”
2005-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5230Resumption1 (2005) · source
“As chair of the donor group - the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee - Norway welcomes the important work done by James Wolfensohn to ensure the success of disengagement. The Liaison Committee stands ready to support Mr. Wolfensohn's efforts to mobilize tangible financial contributions from the international donor community in support of his rapid-reaction programme. We also welcome the political courage shown by the leaders of the two sides so far with regard to disengagement. However, it is essential that the parties coordinate the disengagement process and cooperate effectively with Mr. Wolfensohn.”
2005-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5230Resumption1 (2005) · source
“Let me first of all express our appreciation to the United Nations special envoy, Mr. de Soto, for his comprehensive briefing here today. Israel's decision to disengage from Gaza and parts of the northern West Bank is a brave step that should trigger the immediate implementation of the road map and the revitalization of the peace process. Hopefully, it will bring us closer to the realization of the vision of two democratic States, Israel and Palestine, living side by side in peace and security. For the disengagement to have that effect, its significant potential for revitalizing the Palestinian economy must be utilized. The disengagement will aid the speedy implementation of the road map and breathe new life into the peace process only if we manage to harness its potential for revitalizing the Palestinian economy.”
2005-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5230Resumption1 (2005) · source
“This debate should serve to remind us of the challenges and should encourage us all to work more effectively to deal with them.”
2005-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5127Resumption1 (2005) · source
“The Security Council and the Secretariat should continue their discussions of questions related to small arms. We believe it would be useful to consider whether any of the particular issues raised in the report's recommendations could lend themselves to a more focused debate in the Council at a later stage. The interaction between the Security Council and the General Assembly on the issue of small arms and light weapons should also be looked at. We welcome the Secretary-General's recommendation that the two organs establish a committee to look into how they could work together in that area. We all agree on the seriousness of the issue of illicit small arms and light weapons, but we still have a way to go when it comes to developing effective international cooperation to meet the challenges involved.”
2005-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5127Resumption1 (2005) · source
“We welcome the focus on brokering in the Secretary-General's report in relation to its relevance both in the fight against terrorism and in ensuring effective arms embargoes in conflict areas. We need as much transparency as possible in that area. Norway is pleased that the recent report by the High-level Panel on Threats, Challenges and Change noted the threat to stability posed by small arms and light weapons and recommended that Member States expedite and conclude negotiations on legally binding agreements on the marking and tracing, and the brokering and transfer, of small arms and light weapons. In our view, the issue of small arms and light weapons deserves to be further highlighted in the follow-up to the High-level Panel's report.”
2005-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5127Resumption1 (2005) · source
“Norway strongly supports the efforts of the Open- ended Working Group to Negotiate an International Instrument to Enable States to Identify and Trace, in a Timely and Reliable Manner, Illicit Small Arms and Light Weapons. We are pleased with the progress made at the second session of the Working Group in New York recently, but we regret the continuing disagreement on the status and scope of the instrument. To our mind, it is imperative that the instrument be legally binding. We also believe it should cover ammunition, given that that issue is so closely linked to the use and misuse of small arms and light weapons. The issue of brokering remains essential in our efforts to deal effectively with the destabilizing effects of illicit small arms and light weapons.”
2005-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5127Resumption1 (2005) · source
“The Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects remains the key global instrument in dealing with the issue of small arms. It is encouraging to see that national implementation of the Programme of Action is well under way and that many regional organizations are giving high priority to it. We believe that regional efforts are of particular importance in the light of shared challenges and similar experiences in dealing with the issue. Norway has assisted such efforts in a number of regions and will continue to do so. Civil society representatives have shown themselves to be constructive partners in that regard.”
2005-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5127Resumption1 (2005) · source