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1. “We also join with others in thanking the Secretary- General, his Special Representative, Maitre Blondin Beye, and the representatives of the three observer States - Portugal, the Russian Federation and the United States - for their ongoing efforts to assist the Angolan people in achieving peace.”

   1997-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3814 (1997) · source

2. “If these reports are confirmed, this would represent a setback for Angola, which, we believe, already has the highest number of amputees as a result of mine-related incidents of any country in the world, both in absolute and in relative terms. It would also represent a setback for global efforts to reverse the scourge of anti-personnel mines. Canada has been both impressed and heartened by the advancement of peace and stability in Africa in recent years; this has sown the seeds for the greater prosperity of the continent. African nations and institutions, in particular the Organization of African Unity, have taken the lead in this process. We join African leaders in calling for peace and reconciliation in Angola and invite all Angolans to share in the prosperity which a climate of peace is sure to bring to their richly endowed country.”

   1997-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3814 (1997) · source

3. “We endorse the Security Council's insistence that UNITA immediately implement the obligations outlined in the draft resolution before the Council and would support a decision by the Security Council to impose the sanctions specified in the draft resolution were UN ITA to fail to take the concrete and irreversible steps called for in the draft text. Canada values its relationship with Angola. We have, in particular, been pleased to work with Angolans to address one of the worst anti-personnel-mine situations in the world by providing financial support for mine awareness and mine clearance. We are deeply concerned at reports of the planting of new mines in certain parts of the country.”

   1997-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3814 (1997) · source

4. “The agreement on 18 August, by the Central Inter- Sectoral Group, on plans for the normalization of State administration is welcome evidence that progress is still possible. So, too, is the report of the United Nations Observer Mission in Angola of a reduction in hate broadcasts by UNITA's radio. But further measures to implement the letter and the spirit of the Lusaka Protocol are required on the part of UNITA, including measures regarding the declaration, disarmament and demobilization of its fighters.”

   1997-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3814 (1997) · source

5. “We welcome the progress report of the Secretary- General, and we agree fully with his observation that "The progress achieved during the previous two and a half years is being severely undermined by persisting tensions throughout the country" (S/l997/640, para. 38) and also with his acknowledgement that the deterioration of the peace process is primarily the result of UNITA's delay in implementing its obligations under the Lusaka Protocol. Both parties have a responsibility to exercise maximum restraint. As a matter of urgency, Canada strongly urges the two parties, but especially UNITA, to desist from confrontation, to engage in constructive dialogue and to act expeditiously to implement the remaining provisions of the Lusaka Protocol.”

   1997-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3814 (1997) · source

6. “Only four months ago representatives of Member States gathered in this Chamber to acknowledge a breakthrough in the Angolan peace process. The formation of the Government of Unity and National Reconciliation carried the promise that the remaining elements of the Lusaka Protocol might soon be fulfilled and that a war of three decades' duration might at last be near an end. That hope is now receding. I wish to convey Canada's deep concern at the very tense situation in Angola. The increased fragility of the peace process is disturbing, and the continued suffering of the Angolan people is deplorable. They need, and deserve, to live in a stable and secure environment.”

   1997-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3814 (1997) · source

7. “We call upon the Government of Israel to reconsider its decision to resume settlement activity in the West Bank Security Council 3745th meeting (Resumption 1) Fifty-second year 6 Maren 1997 and East Jerusalem and to refrain from building housing for Israelis in Har Homa and elsewhere in the occupied territories. On 27 September, Canada's Foreign Minister addressed the Security Council during its debate on resolution 1073 (1996). As we consider the issue before us today, Minister Axworthy's comments then bear repeating now: Building lasting peace requires building trust.”

   1997-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3745Resumption1 (1997) · source

8. “In this regard, it is Canada's view that the recent decision of the Government of Israel to proceed with the construction of an Israeli settlement in Har Homa ' undermines the trust that is the very foundation of the peace process. While we acknowledge the stated commitment of the Israeli Government to issue new building permits for Arabs in East Jerusalem, this neither justifies the construction of an Israeli settlement in occupied territories nor lessens its impact on the peace process. Canada views settlement activity as a violation of international law and harmful to the peace process.”

   1997-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3745Resumption1 (1997) · source

9. “Canada believes that only through negotiation can a just, lasting and comprehensive peace be achieved, based on Security Council resolutions 242 (1967) and 338 (1973). The agreement signed between the Government of Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) on 15 January, leading to the redeployment of Israeli forces from Hebron, was welcomed by Canada as an important step towards restoring momentum and confidence in the peace process. Canada believes that the construction of a lasting peace requires that all parties refrain from unilateral actions that would prejudge the outcome of final status negotiations.”

   1997-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3745Resumption1 (1997) · source

10. “Canada joins with the countries of the region and demands that a dialogue for peace be initiated immediately." While it is for Burundi to find its own course in dignity and freedom, the whole international community must join with the region in declaring, with one voice, enough is enough.”

    1996-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3692 (1996) · source

11. “As part of Canada's collective and unanimous support for the efforts of Mr. Nyerere, Canada's Minister for International Cooperation and Minister responsible for la francophonie chaired a meeting last June in Geneva involving interested contributors and the Burundian authorities. The purpose of the meeting was to help develop the outlines of a transitional economic-assistance plan for Burundi, to be implemented once peace is restored. (spoke in French) It is worth repeating here what the Honourable Pierre Pettigrew's stated recently: "like other donor countries, Canada is quite prepared to support the reconstruction of Burundi. However, this can only be done in a climate of political stability and peace. There must first be negotiations.”

    1996-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3692 (1996) · source

12. “Canada is very pleased to see that the region's leaders stand behind the core principles that must underlie the management of a government and the search for solutions to political disputes. Canada fully supports the firm, courageous stance taken by the Heads of State in Arusha last 31 July. The entire region clearly desires to see the new authorities now in Burundi take the route of negotiation and respect for the democratic principles that we all share. We are pleased that the Security Council is considering additional steps it might take in support of this outcome. The attacks by both sides on innocent civilians must cease. We must turn towards the future if we are to overcome the difficulties of the past. Sectarian interests must give way to the legitimate interests and concerns of the Burundian people at large.”

    1996-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3692 (1996) · source

13. “For many months, Canada has been striving to encourage a peaceful, lasting solution to the disputes rampant in central Africa's Great Lakes region. We support the noble mediation and facilitation efforts undertaken by Mr. Julius Nyerere, former President of Tanzania. Last June, Canada's Prime Minister appealed to the region's Heads of State to do everything they could to find a peaceful, lasting solution to the region's political and social problems. (spoke in English) The takeover of 25 July put an abrupt end to efforts designed only to support the institutions which the Burundian people freely acquired in a transparent and democratic manner. In 1992 and 1993, the Burundian people spoke loudly and clearly; now, three years later, the army is again trying to silence them.”

    1996-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3692 (1996) · source

14. “Mr. Karsgaard (Canada) (interpretation from French): Canada has deplored the military takeover that contravened the constitutional and legal institutions of Burundi. A forcible takeover is no substitute for dialogue between all the factions and parties involved to restore social and political peace to a country. The Honourable Lloyd Axworthy, Canada's Minister for Foreign Affairs, has stated that such an act will never solve Burundi's long-term problems. Only a new political agreement, respectful of democratic principles and minority rights, will help solve them. Canada fully subscribes to the constant efforts of Burundi's neighbours to promote effective negotiations between all the Burundian parties concerned.”

    1996-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3692 (1996) · source

15. “Finally, as a significant troop contributor to United Nations missions around the world, in which Canadians have risked, and some have lost, their lives, Canada deplores the endangering of the Fijian battalion in the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). The safety of peace-keepers is an essential condition to the United Nations ability to carry out its peace-keeping responsibilities. We are pleased that the Security Council was able to agree on the text adopted this evening. It is important that all parties cease military activities and come to a negotiated agreement to bring peace to the region.”

    1996-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3654 (1996) · source

16. “Canada firmly believes that the peace process is the best way of resolving the conflict that has gripped the Middle Eastern region. We call on all parties to resume negotiations towards a just, comprehensive and lasting peace settlement. In supporting the peace process, Canada has always considered that certain fundamental principles need to be respected. One of these is Israel's need for security and well-being. At the same time, we believe that the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Lebanon is a central part of the peace process, and we have continuously upheld that principle. The implementation of Security Council resolution 425 (1978), which could be achieved through the peace process, is also crucially important.”

    1996-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3654 (1996) · source

17. “Canada joins with others in calling for an immediate cease-fire. We offer our strong support to those diplomatic initiatives that are under way in the region and hope that the parties will come to a negotiated agreement as soon as possible. Beyond the terrible human suffering wrought by today's attacks, we must also look to the state of the Middle East peace process. Just a few months ago, the elections in the West Bank and Gaza seemed to augur well for peace and development in the Middle East. We were appalled by the recent bomb attacks in Israel. The task of countries dedicated to peace, Canada included, has been made even more difficult by the escalation of hostilities in southern Lebanon and northern Israel.”

    1996-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3654 (1996) · source

18. “Mr. Karsgaard (Canada) (interpretation from French): As this is my first opportunity to address the Security Council during the month of April, allow me to congratulate you, Mr. President, on your conduct of the Council's affairs. We are convinced that thanks to your skilful leadership, the Council will perform its duties in a fruitful and effective manner. Allow me also to extend my congratulations to the representative of Botswana, Ambassador Legwaila, on the way in which he conducted the deliberations of the Council during the month of March. (spoke in English) Canada speaks today under distressing circumstances. We deeply regret the loss of civilian lives in Lebanon resulting from the attacks today, and we convey our heartfelt condolences to those who have suffered in these tragic events.”

    1996-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3654 (1996) · source

19. “The Peace Agreement marks the end of the war in the former Yugoslavia, but it also marks the beginning of a long process of reconstruction and rehabilitation that will require our concerted efforts as well as the unflagging commitment of all the parties so as to ensure a lasting peace in the former Yugoslavia.”

    1995-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3595 (1995) · source

20. “The London, Paris and Bonn conferences will be key in this regard, and Canada looks forward to participating in their deliberations. The success in Dayton has demonstrated that sanctions can have an important effect. We support the suspension and lifting of sanctions within the context of the Peace Agreement. Re-establishing peace and stability in the region remains a major Canadian objective. We welcome the agreement of the parties to establish a regional arms control regime with the assistance of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE). We urge the international community to exercise restraint in arms transfers and to ensure full transparency. We encourage the States of the former Yugoslavia to contribute data annually to the United Nations arms Register.”

    1995-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3595 (1995) · source

21. “We would also like to underline Minister Ouellet's thanks to the American, Russian and European Union negotiators, who did an outstanding job in balancing the aspirations of the parties on a wide range of constitutional and territorial issues, and, in particular, we would like to register our appreciation for the unique and determined leadership of President Clinton and the Secretary of State of the United States, Warren Christopher, in facilitating this peace process. We would also like to pay tribute to the untiring and dedicated efforts over a long period of time of the United Nations negotiators, who helped bring the parties closer together. We now need to look at the next steps necessary to consolidate this historic Agreement and to ensure its full implementation.”

    1995-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3595 (1995) · source

22. “Canada warmly welcomes the General Framework Agreement for Peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina, initialled yesterday in Dayton, Ohio. Together with the other agreements signed in Dayton to resolve the status of Eastern Slavonia in Croatia and to strengthen the Bosnian Muslim-Croat federation, yesterday's peace accord establishes a strong framework for future relations between the States of the former Yugoslavia. Canada's Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Mr. Andre Ouellet, yesterday congratulated the parties on their achievement and urged them to continue to work constructively with the international community in a spirit of cooperation and flexibility in implementing the peace plan.”

    1995-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3595 (1995) · source

23. “On behalf of my delegation, I would first like to congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Council for the month of November. We are confident that the affairs of the Council are in capable hands. I would also like to pay tribute to the representative of Nigeria, Ambassador Ibrahim Gambari, for the excellent manner in which he guided the work of the Council last month. It is with a sense of its historical significance that we finally use the word "peace" today when addressing the situation in the former Yugoslavia. We sincerely hope that yesterday, 21 November 1995, will be remembered as the day that finally put an end to the immense human suffering that has ravaged the former Yugoslavia for the last four years.”

    1995-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3595 (1995) · source

24. “UNMIH is providing an essential and undeniable contribution to the return of stability and the construction of a democratic society in Haiti. UNMIH's personnel have carried out their tasks with considerable professionalism and have the confidence of the Haitian people. For these reasons, Canada is pleased to support and co-sponsor the draft resolution before the Security Council.”

    1995-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3559 (1995) · source

25. “The draft resolution the Security Council is considering today will extend the mandate of the Mission until February 1996. We believe it will be important to consider, well in advance of the expiration of this mandate, ways to ensure that what we are helping Haitians to build will continue. It would be unfortunate if the democratic foundations for Haiti's future, which we are helping to construct through our considerable investment in UNMIH, were to crumble in the absence of sustained engagement by the international community. To this end, we look forward to the report of the Secretary- General at the mid-point of this upcoming mandate extension period, as called for in the draft resolution, and to discussing options for a continued international presence in Haiti.”

    1995-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3559 (1995) · source

26. “In our view, the first round of the legislative and municipal elections constituted an important step in Haiti's political, social and economic development, and indicate that democracy is taking hold in Haiti. UNMIH made a vital contribution to this process by helping to ensure public security and providing logistical support to the Provisional Electoral Council. However, the vote did not occur without significant problems, as reflected in the report prepared by the Organization of American States electoral observation mission. We strongly urge all parties to this process to resolve these difficulties and ensure that the elections are completed in a fair and free manner. The work accomplished to date by UNMIH in discharging its mandate has been impressive.”

    1995-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3559 (1995) · source

27. “The opening of a magistrate's school in Port-au-Prince is a positive step in what is a long-term but nevertheless crucial element for the future of democracy in Haiti. Canada is participating in these efforts through, among other projects, a programme to reactivate the lower court system through the repair of courthouses and a training programme for officials. On 25 June last, Haiti held its first free elections since the coup d'etat of 30 September 1991. The organization of this vote presented tremendous logistical challenges. The elections were held in an environment largely free of violence in the majority of Haitian communities. This is an encouraging sign of the democratic will of the Haitian people and of the hard work of Haitian electoral officials and international observers across the country.”

    1995-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3559 (1995) · source

28. “More than 700 police officers have already been trained by the Haitian Police Academy in Port-au-Prince and have been deployed throughout the country. A new class of 350 graduates will join them in the coming days. UNMIH's role in establishing an effective police force is essential. The support and advice they are providing is key to their success. Long-term security and stability in Haiti also depends on the consolidation of the rule of law and the existence of an independent judiciary respectful of citizens' rights. In this regard, we very much welcome and underline the importance of efforts of the international community, as noted in report of the Secretary-General, to put in place a functioning judiciary.”

    1995-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3559 (1995) · source

29. “UNMIH, in carrying out its mandate, is playing a significant role in supporting this process. Canada welcomes in particular UNMIH's success in helping to create security and stability in Haiti. While crime remains a problem, the fundamentals of the situation have changed completely. Political oppression has ended. Assassinations committed with the complicity of public authorities have ceased. Those having committed these crimes in the past are no longer immune from prosecution. The Haitian people are increasingly aware of their rights and are able to exercise them freely. In order to guarantee long-term security and stability, Canada is working with the Haitian Government and others, including France and the United States, to create a new professional civilian police force, fully trained in the respect for human rights.”

    1995-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3559 (1995) · source

30. “As this is the first time my delegation has addressed the Council this month, allow me to congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of July and on the effective way you have led the Council's work this month. I also wish to thank the Permanent Representative of Germany for his leadership during the month of June. When the Security Council met in January this year to authorize the deployment of the United Nations Mission in Haiti (UNMIH), the international community was hopeful that Haiti was moving forward in its efforts to build a stable and democratic society. In the past six months, Haiti has made important progress in this direction. Without denying the obstacles ahead, Haitians can now look to the future with more hope and less fear.”

    1995-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3559 (1995) · source

31. “The withdrawal of ONUMOZ and the formation of a new Government in Maputo mark the end of the formal peace process. The building of a sustainable democracy is now beginning. We wish Mozambicans every success as they confront the challenges of national reconciliation and reconstruction. We also urge the new Government to respect the political diversity of its nation, to promote accountable government, to defend human rights and to consult broadly as it develops its plans for the future. For our part, I wish to assure the Council that Canada will continue to offer financial and technical assistance to Mozambique as it meets these challenges.”

    1995-01-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3494 (1995) · source

32. “(spoke in French) We should also acknowledge and commend the contribution of Mozambique's neighbours in southern Africa in sustaining the momentum for change and democracy in Mozambique, both by their example and through their direct involvement. The informal cooperation that now exists on security issues in the region and the conclusion of more formal economic cooperation arrangements have contributed significantly towards building confidence in the prospect of a more secure, democratic and prosperous future for southern Africa. Canada is encouraged by these developments and supports the efforts now under way to enhance the capability of regional organizations and the Organization of African Unity, not only to contribute to the resolution of conflicts but, more importantly, to prevent other conflicts.”

    1995-01-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3494 (1995) · source

33. “Certainly this should include the effectiveness of the demobilization programme and the fact that the elections themselves went remarkably smoothly, under difficult circumstances, thanks in part to the useful support provided by the United Nations Development Programme to the National Elections Commission. Canadians are proud to have contributed to the successful conclusion of the peace process in Mozambique through our bilateral and multilateral assistance, as well as through our participation in ONUMOZ. Mozambique is currently the largest recipient of Canadian aid in Africa. Much of the over $100 million we have provided during the past two years has directly benefited the peace process; it has included food aid, grants for refugee repatriation, support for troop demobilization and electoral assistance.”

    1995-01-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3494 (1995) · source

34. “That cooperation and coordination was largely sustained throughout the two-year life of ONUMOZ, and the objectives were achieved. A good measure of the credit for this success must go to the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Aldo Ajello, who discharged his duties with determination and skill. The overall accomplishments of the operation should not, however, keep us from re-examining the events of the past two years to identify areas where improvements or changes can be made. We are thinking, in particular, of delays in the deployment of ONUMOZ and of difficulties encountered in the launching of the de-mining programme. At the same time, we should also look at what worked well, to learn from our successes.”

    1995-01-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3494 (1995) · source

35. “We are encouraged by the role that the United Nations has played in Mozambique. It has demonstrated once again the readiness of the international community to help implement the numerous and varied provisions of a comprehensive peace agreement. It also confirms our belief in how much can be accomplished through multilateral action if the mandates set by the Council are achievable, the time-frames remain realistic, our approach is flexible and the commitment to peace among the parties involved is genuine. The United Nations Operation in Mozambique (ONUMOZ) undertook a complex task that required a high degree of cooperation and coordination between United Nations agencies, bilateral donors, non-governmental organizations and the parties to the Peace Agreement.”

    1995-01-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3494 (1995) · source

36. “I would first like to warmly welcome the presence today in the Security Council of His Excellency Mr. Leonardo Simao, Foreign Minister of Mozambique. I would also like to express Canada's admiration for the courage and determination shown by the people of Mozambique and their political leaders during the transformation that has taken place since the signing of the Peace Agreement in Rome in October 1992. After years of war, Mozambique is now making a new start. The process was at times frustrating and slow, but it has been distinguished by a strong commitment to lasting peace by both of the parties to the Agreement. That desire for peace was most evident in the high level of participation in last year's elections and the fervent determination of Mozambique's election officials to ensure that the voting was conducted freely and fairly.”

    1995-01-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3494 (1995) · source

37. “We are confident, however, that Member States will limit themselves to speaking on issues of direct concern to them and that the practice of a State speaking on behalf of other States will develop further. We strongly believe that the implementation of the French proposal will have a significant and positive impact. The ability of Member States to promote their own views and to analyse the rationale of Council decisions will enhance the credibility of those decisions. More open proceedings will also increase the general public's understanding of a vital part of the work of our Organization. 22”

    1994-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3483 (1994) · source

38. “Member States will provide more active support for the Council's decisions if they are better informed of the reasons leading to such decisions. Unnecessary secrecy could, over time, risk eroding the support of the general membership for the Council's actions. We would also welcome greater opportunity for interested Member States to address the Council on issues of relevance to them, in particular at the outset of the consideration of such issues. We hope that this can be managed without adding unduly to the Council's already charged agenda. There is always, of course, the risk of the Council's being faced with an endless list of speakers each time there is an open debate.”

    1994-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3483 (1994) · source

39. “This initiative falls squarely within the context of many reforms which the Security Council has recently brought to its working methods, in terms both of transparency and of increased consultations with States non-members of the Council. Moreover, the presidential statement of 4 November on consultations with troop-contributing countries, which was rapidly implemented, has already proved to be extremely useful. (Spoke in English) My delegation has always recognized the need for informal consultations to ensure prompt and effective action by the Security Council. And this requirement clearly continues to apply. But we share the view expressed by France and many others that there often seems to be little justification for not airing publicly the positions of Council members on a given issue.”

    1994-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3483 (1994) · source

40. “Mr. Karsgaard (Canada) (interpretation from French): I wish at the outset to congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Council for December. I also wish to thank your predecessor, the Permanent Representative of the United States, who presided over the Council last month and has once again taken useful steps to increase the transparency of the Council's work. 21 My Government welcomes France's initiative aimed at encouraging the Security Council to make greater use of public debate in its decision-making process. We wish to express our support for the procedures proposed in France's aide-memoire. This is a step in the right direction.”

    1994-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3483 (1994) · source

41. “Rather, we must all continue to work together to further the peace process as this is our best chance for a lasting solution. 62”

    1994-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3454Resumption2 (1994) · source

42. “The peace-keepers in UNPROFOR can fulfil their mandate only if they are seen to be impartial and to have the consent of the parties to the conflict. Lifting the arms embargo would jeopardize both conditions. If the arms embargo were to be lifted, Canada would be left with no choice but to withdraw its troops from UNPROFOR. (spoke in French) We are concerned at recent military developments on the ground and by reports that the arms embargo is being circumvented. No one side should believe that it can gain more on the battlefield than it has already been offered at the negotiating table. We must stop the intense suffering and destruction that the conflict in Bosnia is wreaking. Lifting the arms embargo in Bosnia would not bring us any closer to this goal.”

    1994-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3454Resumption2 (1994) · source

43. “We urge President Milosevic to take all possible measures to stop the smuggling, which is weakening the effectiveness of the border closure. Lifting the arms embargo on the Bosnian Government would not bring us closer to a solution. Allowing more and heavier weapons into Bosnia would escalate and intensify the conflict. The delivery of humanitarian assistance would be rendered impossible and the prospects for a negotiated, peaceful settlement to the conflict would be greatly diminished. Canada recognizes that there may be conditions where there would be no alternative to lifting the arms embargo. But this would be a last resort and we have not yet reached that point. ALift and stay@s not an acceptable or realistic option for the United Nations Protection Force (UNPROFOR), given its mandate and force structure.”

    1994-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3454Resumption2 (1994) · source

44. “We lelieve the Contact Group plan offers the basis for a fair and durable settlement of the conflict in Bosnia. Our focus must therefore continue to be on convincing the Bosnian Serbs to accept this plan and map. 61 Recent signs show that these efforts are having an effect. We are heartened by the decision of the Government of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (Serbia and Montenegro) to close the border with the Bosnian Serbs and allow for direct monitoring. Six Canadian monitors joined the International Conference on the Former Yugoslavia (ICFY) Mission last Friday and another nine will be arriving shortly. The Security Council has accepted the report of 2November certifying that the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (Serbia and Montenegro) Government continues to meet its commitment.”

    1994-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3454Resumption2 (1994) · source

45. “Last Thursday the General Assembly debated a draft resolution on the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Canada, along with many others, abstained from voting despite its support for most of the content of the draft resolution. We did so because the text called for an exemption from the arms embargo for the Government of the Republic and the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Lifting the arms embargo, in our view, is not an acceptable way to proceed. However, my Government does not wish to see the status quo maintained. Canada fully supports the efforts of the Contact Group and the multi-track peace process that is now gaining momentum. The Bosniac-Croat Federation and the cease-fire in central Bosnia are examples of what can be achieved by peaceful means.”

    1994-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3454Resumption2 (1994) · source