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Keita

lines on the record: 392
first: 2000-01-13
most recent: 2023-12-11
sittings or episodes: 35
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“Ms. Keita: I am grateful for the opportunity to brief the Security Council on the Secretary-General's 30-day report and on the situation in South Sudan. I am pleased to report that the deployment of the Regional Protection Force is making good progress, with the main body of the Rwandan infantry battalion expected to complete its deployment by the end of the year. The deployment of the Ethiopian battalion advance party was completed on 22 October and the transportation has commenced for the contingent-owned equipment of the main body of the Ethiopian infantry battalion, passing through Kenya on its road move from Addis Ababa to Juba.”
2017-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8115 (2017) · source
“Its full implementation is an entry point for sustaining peace, as it touches on the causes and consequences of the decades-long conflict, including land, displacement and relationships with nomadic herders, among other things. The level of cooperation between UNAMID and the Government of the Sudan has been positive overall, although challenges remain in terms of access restrictions and customs clearances at Port Sudan. The Government's commitment to complying with the status of forces agreement, which also applies to the allocation of land for a new team site in G010, would be greatly appreciated. In conclusion, I would like to thank the Council for its continued support for the work of UNAMID.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“As Council members are aware, the establishment of a new team site in G010 for the Jebel Marra task force is an essential component underpinning the concept of the reconfiguration of UNAMID, and goes hand in hand with its withdrawal from the more stable parts of Darfur. Despite the efforts of the Sudanese Government to combat criminality, the arms collection campaign and the deployment of the Rapid Support Forces will require careful management in order to minimize security risks. A further escalation of tensions relating to disarmament could also affect the communal dynamics among the militias, their communities and other competing groups on the ground. The Doha Document for Peace in Darfur is one of the integral instruments for addressing such underlying communal tensions and issues.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“With the closure of 11 team sites and the accompanying reduction of military and police personnel, the civilian staffing structure has been reviewed and readjusted according to which the Mission budget for 2017-2018 was revised. Regarding the new two-pronged approach of UNAMID, the Mission is devising State-focused stabilization plans in cooperation with the United Nations country team, which will focus UNAMID's activities addressing the specific needs of the population in the five states. The Jebel Marra task force will become operational on 1 January, and its concept is being finalized at the moment. In that connection, I regret to report that the allocation of land for a new team site in G010 remains pending, despite the intensive engagement with the Government in Central Darfur, Khartoum and here in New York.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“In that context, it is equally important to augment the capacity of the United Nations country team to support longer-term peacebuilding-oriented activities. UNAMID and the country team have finalized the integrated strategic framework for 2017-2019, which sets out common priorities and the division of labour concerning three main themes: the rule of law and human rights, durable solutions, and peacebuilding for human security. The Secretariat is working with UNAMID and the country team to develop a joint financing strategy for the implementation of the framework to ensure that the drawdown of the peacekeeping mission is accompanied by adequate transitional support.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“A key reason for that dilemma is the slow progress that has been made in addressing critical issues for the people of Darfur, such as land and other scarce-resource management, accountability and security sector reform. In that regard, the Government has been less than proactive in the implementation of the outstanding provisions of the Doha Document for Peace in Darfur. The remaining commissions and the fund of the Doha Document remain inoperative and lack clear political guidance and funding from the Government, which is hampering efforts to address root causes. UNAMID continues to do its utmost in the context of its fulfilling its mandate by working with local authorities and communities to promote grass- roots reconciliation and stabilization.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“They threatened to attack the IDP camp unless SLA/PD withdrew from the site. It is evident that Darfur today is different from what it was like during UNAMID's initial deployment, given the overall level of improvement in terms of security. The armed groups have largely been defeated, and the ferocity of intercommunal Violence has also decreased over the past year. No new large-scale displacement has taken place. However, those positive developments have not resulted in the voluntary and sustainable return of IDPs. Nearly one-third of the population in Darfur remains displaced. That reflects anxiety over security, uncertainty concerning the occupation of their land and the lack of confidence regarding their present and future prospects.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“In South Darfur, armed members of the Salamat tribe killed three Fallata, near Graida, on 24 October, and Fallata and Fur returnees were once again attacked by Arab nomads near Menawashei on 27 October, and five of them were killed. In Sortony, North Darfur, tensions involving internally displaced persons, the Arab community, and the Sudan Liberation Army/Popular Defence (SLA/PD) continue. On 7 November, UNAMID prevented a group of armed Arabs allegedly looking for their livestock from entering the IDP site. During the encounter, UNAMID observed armed SLA/PD elements assuming offensive positions in the mountains surrounding the camp. On 10 November, UNAMID once again intercepted a group of Arab nomads firing randomly in the outskirts of Sortony and claiming that their livestock had been stolen by SLA/PD elements hiding within the camp.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“Intercommunal violence also persists, particularly in connection with Arab nomadic herders, albeit with less intensity than in previous years. The number of intercommunal incidents has gradually decreased from 11 cases recorded from April to June as compared to 10 cases from June to August, and eight cases from August to October. The total number of casualties in 2017 thus far numbers 234, compared to nearly 2,000 in 2013. Nevertheless, there were two cases of intercommunal clashes in West Darfur in October. In one of the incidents, near Kulbus, on 17 October, Zaghawa and Rezeigat herders clashed over livestock, and eight Rezeigat and 15 Zaghawa were killed.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“Government forces entered the Korma camp for internally displaced persons (IDPs) in their search of the militias, but no one was found or arrested. In Zalingei, Central Darfur, Government forces initiated house-to-house searches for weapons. They attempted to enter the UNICEF compound in search of weapons on 5 November, and local authorities have since been warned to avoid such incidents. In South Darfur, following demonstrations and clashes in the Kaima IDP camp, which resulted in the death of five IDPs. On 22 September, RSF in more than 100 gun- mounted and armoured vehicles blocked roads within the camp and detained one of the IDPs briefly on 2 November. Local authorities subsequently claimed that that operation was a reconnaissance mission and not part of the disarmament campaign.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“Meanwhile, the Government has begun the next stage of its disarmament campaign - the compulsory arms collection - in most parts of Darfur, for which it reportedly deployed approximately 10,000 Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to Darfur. As noted in the Secretary-General's report, the process has brought to the surface tensions involving militia groups that are not part of Government forces. Confrontations between Government forces and militias were reported in Kass, South Darfur, and Kutum, North Darfur, on 21 and 23 October, respectively. On 10 November, Government forces supported by Antonov aircraft clashed with the militia group allied with Musa Hilal near Korma, North Darfur, resulting in an unconfirmed number of casualties on both sides.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“Ms. Keita: I thank you, Sir, for the opportunity to brief the Security Council on the latest developments in Darfur. I will provide a brief update on the situation on the ground and on the efforts of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) to implement its mandate since the publication of the latest report of the Secretary-General of 27 October (S/20l7/907). I will also touch upon the ongoing reconfiguration of UNAMID. The political process aimed at reaching a settlement to the conflict through negotiations with the non-signatory parties to the Doha Document for Peace in Darfur remains at an impasse. At the same time, armed clashes between the Government and those non-signatory parties have subsided, without any incidents during the reporting period.”
2017-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8103 (2017) · source
“We had to do that; we had to wait; and we had to respect the opposition, as it was acting within its capacity. That delay was was implied to signal that my Government had no desire to move forward. Today hope has been restored. The Under- Secretary-General has said that he is optimistic, adding that it is measured optimism. He could add as well that it is optimism capable of overcoming resistance and meeting everyone's expectations. For my final comments, I would like to express once again the gratitude of the people and the Government of Mali to the regional, subregional and international organizations and to all the countries that continue to provide their support to, and their solidarity with, the people of Mali. Long live the United Nations in the service of peace in the world. Long live international solidarity.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“I have the pleasure to announce to all those who believed that there were delays in the implementation of the Agreement that the signatories, movements and Government adopted by consensus a protocol of understanding, which will make it possible to establish the interim authorities to ensure the return of basic social services and the Administration and to contribute to the implementation of the Agreement. This took place just a few days ago. In doing this, yes, there are delays, but it is beyond the control of the Government. For example, we focused the entire process on the interim authorities. And it was said that the Government of Mali was taking a long time to set up them. Everyone knows that we are a democratic country and that we had to respect that democracy when the Malian opposition attacked the draft law in court.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“For its part, the Government of Mali will continue to honour its commitments, and in particular all its commitments within the framework of the implementation of the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali. That is a reflection ofthe personal determination of the President Keita, who has provided every opportunity to the peace and reconciliation process and has just appointed a High Representative for the Implementation of the Agreement. The person he appointed, Ambassador Diagouraga, who is with us in the Chamber. That is a reflection of the importance that the highest Malian authority attaches to the implementation of the Agreement. I would like to recall the gravity of the security situation in Mali, the deterioration of which undoubtedly poses a threat to all our States.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“I take this opportunity to ask that all appropriate measures be taken to enable the diligent implementation of an international commission of inquiry, which we have asked the United Nations for since July 2014. I thank Mali's partners for their engagement and support during the international conference for Mali's recovery and development, jointly organized by the Government of Mali and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development on 22 October 2015 in Paris. We hope that the pledges of support will be fulfilled so that the necessary funds for the economic, social and cultural development of Mali can be mobilized on time. It would also be useful to mobilize the necessary funds for the smooth functioning of the Agreement Monitoring Committee in Bamako to allow it to fulfil its commitments.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“I would like to recall that the Secretary-General has on previous occasions called our attention to the need to uphold human rights in the context of the conflict in Mali. With respect to human rights violations, I am happy to announce that the Malian Minister of Justice and Human Rights has established, together with MINUSMA's Human Rights Division, a monthly dialogue mechanism. The mechanism, involving the Minister of Justice and MINUSMA in Bamako, will make it possible to clarify many situations and dispel many misunderstandings. However, I assure the Council that the Government of Mali is fully committed to the defending and promoting human rights.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“We hope that the Security Council will support the idea of redeploying the defence and security forces throughout the national territory once the interim authorities have been put in place and in compliance with the mechanisms provided for in the Agreement on Peace. The importance of such redeployment not only complies with all United Nations resolutions, which rightly recall the primary responsibility of the Government of Mali when it comes to security and protecting civilians, but it is also an essential condition for the effective return of the Administration and basic social services throughout the country. In that regard, the next mandate should authorize friendly forces, namely, those of MINUSMA, to support that process and ensure that the requirements of human rights and international humanitarian law be taken into account.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“This situation is a serious threat to the entire subregion. Also at the conference, the Heads of State and Government urged the Security Council to take the necessary measures to strengthen MINUSMA's mandate and provide it with the appropriate means and equipment to adapt it to the security context, which threatens peace and security throughout the region and which has genuine potential for spreading. We are pleased, after having listened to the briefing by the Under-Secretary-General, to note that this decision by the Heads of State and Government of ECOWAS dovetails with the recommendations of the Secretary-General on the issue.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“We would like to express our sympathy and compassion to all the peoples of the world who have been affected and who have suffered greatly as a result of acts of terrorism, unjustifiable in any form. Given the persistence of the terrorist threat in Mali and in the region, ECOWAS leaders, at ameeting in Dakar on 4 June on the occasion of the forty-ninth Ordinary Session of the Heads of State Meeting, reiterated their commitment to respect the unity, territorial integrity and sovereignty of the State of Mali. The Heads of State and Government expressed their concern about the deterioration of the security situation in Mali, which has been marked by a resurgence in terrorist attacks targeting the Malian defence and security forces, the United Nations forces, the French forces of Operation Barkhane and civilians.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“While taking note of the recommendation of Secretary- General for an increase in Mission personnel, I recall that the Government of Mali has always felt that MINUSMA's effectiveness must also be ensured via strengthening its operational capacities, which, in our view, requires a stronger and more active position; a redefinition of the rules of engagement; support for the armed forces of Mali, accompanied by operational coordination; and support for regional counter-terrorism initiatives, including those of the Sahel Group of Five, the Economic Community of West African States and the African Union. It is a platitude, but terrorism is a global threat that concerns all countries. To effectively fight this phenomenon, we must coordinate our efforts.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“In general, the Government of Mali believes that if the recommendations made by the Secretary-General in paragraphs 45 to 55 of his report are endorsed by the Security Council, it would allow MINUSMA to carry out its stabilization and protection-of-civilians mission.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“We welcome in particular the fact that MINUSMA's mandate will provide support for Malian authorities as they strive to stabilize the main towns, especially in the northern regions, in order to remove threats and take active steps to prevent armed elements from returning to those areas. In that regard, as the Special Representative mentioned, Mali's defence and security forces provide the basis for the restoration of State authority throughout the national territory. Mali's armed forces, who are on the front line in the fight against terrorism, are and remain the first legitimate bulwark in protecting the Malian people and our national borders. They deserve the support of the international community.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“Unfortunately, MINUSMA peacekeepers have become a prime target for terrorists. On behalf of the people and the Government of Mali, I reiterate my expression of gratitude to the troop- contributing countries for all the sacrifices they have made in order to bring about a final settlement of the crisis in my country. My briefing today should challenge and invite us to reflect on the need to take into account the environment and the context in which peacekeeping operations are deployed in order to enable the Blue Helmets to achieve their mission of saving lives and restoring and stabilizing peace. The Government of Mali welcomes the Secretary-General's recommendations on strengthening MINUSMA's operational capabilities.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“But the Government of Mali hopes that, with deep involvement by all stakeholders, such extreme measures will not be necessary. Icongratulate the Agreement Monitoring Committee for its efforts aimed at overcoming differences and allowing progress to continue unimpeded. The Government hopes that the plan of action to implement the Agreement, developed by the National Coordinating Committee and communicated to all stakeholders, including the Agreement Monitoring Committee, is an effective assessment tool. The Government of Mali welcomes the unanimity that is emerging with respect to the hostile nature of the environment in which MINUSMA is operating and the need to make adjustments to change its situation. There has been an increasing number of terrorist attacks, which have grown in complexity.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“All that is expected to make it easier for the interim authorities to work, for basic social services to be provided and for the reconfigured Malian defence and security forces to be deployed throughout the national territory. The return, resettlement and reintegration of refugees and displaced persons remains a concern. The safety of people and property is at stake. We would like to express our deep gratitude to the friendly, fraternal countries that have, in the pure tradition of African hospitality, generously hosted Malians on their soil. In resolution 2227 (2015), the Security Council considers applying sanctions to all those who are a threat to the implementation of the Agreement and who do not set themselves apart from terrorist groups. It is useful and urgent that those provisions be implemented.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“I appeal to the international community, through the Agreement Monitoring Committee, to exercise its role of guaranteeing that the parties respect their commitments by assigning responsibilities in accordance with article 54 of the Agreement. The dismantling as soon as possible of bases and checkpoints by all of the Agreement's signatory movements is a sign of goodwill and reflects effective compliance with the requirements of the Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation. Furthermore, the drafting and transmission of lists of combatants within a specified period of time - lists that we are still waiting for - will allow for joint patrols to become operational and for the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration process and the quartering of troops to begin.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“The memorandum eloquently illustrates the determination of the Malian authorities to effectively and comprehensively implement the Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in Mali. I therefore appeal to the other Malian parties for greater commitment and greater effort, at a time when we are at a turning point, when our people, having suffered enough, are still unfortunately having to wait to enjoy the dividends of peace. Each day of delay in the implementation of the Agreement is obviously one more day won by the enemies of peace, those who have sworn to see the peace process fail, who have bet against the peace process. We must remember this.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“The Government of Mali has also developed a specific strategy for development of the northern regions, which includes a plan for implementing the Agreement that allows - and must allow - regular follow-up on all its commitments. The establishment of a lasting peace in Mali naturally needs the efforts of all parties involved in the process - the signatories - as well as the international community. For its part, the Government of Mali has fulfilled all its obligations. Never has its good faith objectively failed, and its commitments, including in keeping the peace, have always gone in the direction of the fulfilment of the Agreement. Moreover, the actions of the Government were the subject of a memorandum submitted to the Security Council.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“The Government has provided the Operational Coordination Mechanism with vehicles forjoint patrols and is waiting for the conditions to be met by all parties - and I mean by all parties - to achieve success in the operation. The Government has played its part in that regard. We would remind the Council that, in addition to political, institutional, security and defence measures, the Government of Mali has continued its development activities on the ground, in places where security conditions permit it, particularly through projects and programmes already under way, such as an emergency programme for the revival of development in the North and programme for reconstruction and economic recovery.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“That is an important step forward. The process of revising the Constitution is under way, and a review commission was set up with the task of ensuring that the provisions of the Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in Mali accord with it. As Council members know, the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission was set up in an inclusive manner and is already operational. With respect to matters ofdefence and security - an important point - the implementation of the Agreement must be comprehensive and complete, which is why it is imperative to move forward on other important and urgent issues, such as disarmament, demobilization and reintegration and the quartering of troops.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“The President of the Republic signed the law, and the Government adopted an implementing decree. In that respect, I must point out that there must be no lingering doubt about the willingness of the Government of Mali to bring the process to fruition. While there were disagreements with respect to interpretation and approaches on how best to advance the process, the Malian parties remained Malian parties. Fortunately, as the Secretary-General has recalled, the Government of Mali and the signatory movements agreed a few days ago to amemorandum ofunderstanding that sets the timing for critical operations, including for the setting up of the Operational Coordination Mechanism in the regions, the appointment of interim authorities, the redeployment of the Administration and the delivery of basic social services.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“For our part, we will focus on two key issues emerging from the report of the Secretary-General, namely, political and institutional reforms and defence and security matters. In the area of political and institutional reforms, during the consideration of the previous report (S/2016/281) of the Secretary-General, on 5 April (see S/PV.7665), the delegation of Mali informed Council members that, on 31 March, the National Assembly of Mali had adopted a law a law modifying the territorial municipalities code. As members are aware, the law, initiated by the Government of Mali, is the legal provision that paves the way for the establishment of the interim authorities. The compliance of the provisions of the law with the Malian Constitution was decided by a competent court, thereby ending all forms of dissent.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“As we commemorate the first anniversary of the signing of the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali, we are pleased to note that hostilities between the Government and the signatory movements have ceased, as the Secretary-General recalled. While a few misunderstandings might have arisen between the signatory movements, they managed to resolve those disputes through intra- and inter-communal meetings. That reconciliation process should be supported by all actors. It has been established, as the Secretary- General's report thankfully underscores, that the Government of Mali has made enormous efforts that eloquently illustrate its determination to honour its all commitments.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“The delegation of Mali takes note of the report (8/2016/498) of the Secretary-General under consideration and thanks Mr. Mahamat Saleh Annadif, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of MINUSMA, for his briefing, which focused on the implementation of the Agreement and the recommendations to the Security Council with regard to renewing the MINUSMA mandate. We welcome the fact that the Secretary-General recalls the progress made towards implementing the Agreement. In that regard, we thank the Secretary-General for the tribute he rendered to President Keita, as well as for his leadership and his firm, total commitment to the implementation of the peace agreement in its entirety.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“The toll of casualties, already heavy, as mentioned by the Special Representative, has worsened in recent months with the deterioration of the security situation. The month of May was particularly deadly for MINUSMA: just as the world was commemorating the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, that cerulean blue was disrupted by sandstorms. This is an unacceptable situation. We reverently pay tribute to the memory of the victims, and we offer our heartfelt condolences to their families and to their countries. On behalf of the people and the Government of Mali, we welcome with great gratitude the invaluable contribution of MINUSMA to our country's stabilization process. And we express our profound appreciation to the United Nations and the troop- contributing countries.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“The Security Council's numerous visits to Mali attest to the Organization's strong interest in Mali and its people. I sincerely thank the Council for such attention. I would like to express the gratitude of the people and the Government of Mali to the various countries, subregional, regional and international organizations, previous members of the mediation team, who are now members of the Monitoring Committee of the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali, which emerged from the Algiers process. Our appreciation also goes out to the countries that are active on the ground helping to restore peace and security in my country. Many victims, civilian and military, national and foreign, have fallen on Malian territory.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“Mali will always remember the date of 11 January 2013, when President Francois Hollande, responding favourably to the Malian authorities' request, authorized the deployment of Operation Serval, which made it possible to halt the advance of terrorist groups. I also wish to express my delegation's appreciation for the excellent manner in which the Arab Republic of Egypt presided over the work of the Council during the month of April. Allow me also to reiterate, on behalf of His Excellency Mr. Ibrahim Boubacar Keita, President of the Republic of Mali, the profound gratitude of the people and the Government of Mali to Secretary- General Ban Ki-moon, his Special Representative, Minister Mahamat Saleh Annadif and his predecessors, Mr. Mongi Hamdi and Mr. Bert Koenders, for their invaluable efforts in support of peace and stability in Mali.”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“Mr. Keita (Mali) (spoke in French): You, Mr. President, understand the great importance we attach to this meeting. My first words are to congratulate you for the outstanding manner in which you have been guiding the work of the Security Council since the beginning of the month and, above all - I repeat, above all - for the relevance of the items that you have included in the agenda of the Council. Mali congratulates France for its monthly presidency and welcomes in particular the fact that, under its enlightened leadership, the Security Council will in a few days proceed to renew the mandate of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA).”
2016-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7719 (2016) · source
“Mr. Keita (Mali) (spoke in French): On behalf of the Government and people of Mali, I would first of all like to convey to the people and Government of the United States of America our deepest condolences and sympathies on the tragic events that took place in New York, Washington, DC, and Pennsylvania on Tuesday, ll September 2001. I also join with the President ofthe Security Council in extending the condolences of the delegation of Mali to the delegation of the United States. Mali firmly condemns those barbarous attacks, which no cause could justify. We hope for the speedy recovery of the many persons injured, and we pray for the repose of the souls of those who have lost their lives in these attacks. Mali stands in solidarity with the American people and with any decision to be taken by the Security Council in this regard.”
2001-09-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4370 (2001) · source
“It is essential for concerted and coordinated activities to be urgently undertaken with the Indonesian Government so as to speed up the process of the safe return of the refugees. Such an approach should also apply to the exercise ofjustice by the Indonesian Government with regard to those who are found responsible for serious human rights violations in East Timor. In conclusion, I would like once again to pay tribute to UNTAET and to ask it to stress national reconciliation and justice and to intensify cooperation with Indonesia. The resolution of several key issues depends on this work.”
2000-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4236 (2000) · source
“The progressive neutralization of the militia activities is to be welcomed. However, we believe that we must continue to be vigilant and support East Timor even after independence. At the political level, my delegation welcomes the great progress made towards independence and the further Timorization of public life. We urge the international community to maintain its support for the activities of UNTAET until this lofty mission has completed its work. We are all committed to it and to an independent and stable East Timor. With regard to resolution 1319 (2000), my delegation is still concerned about the very high number of refugees remaining in West Timor, and we therefore support the recommendations made by the Security Council mission.”
2000-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4236 (2000) · source
“Mr. Keita (Mali) (spoke in French): I should like to welcome the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Sergio Vieira de Mello, and to thank him for his presentation which, as usual, was highly instructive. I should also like to congratulate the Security Council mission to East Timor and Indonesia, led by Ambassador Andjaba, on the quality of the report that it submitted to us. The clear recommendations that were formulated will certainly further support the transition of East Timor to independence. With regard to the implementation of resolution 1272 (1999), my delegation welcomes the measures taken by the Special Representative to further support the capacities of the national police and the judiciary. The measures suggested to this end enjoy our full support.”
2000-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4236 (2000) · source
“In this regard, we call for the complete implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) of 31 October 2000. Finally, Mali attaches special significance to the resolution that the Council has just adopted and calls for its strict implementation.”
2000-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4220 (2000) · source
“Moreover, my delegation welcomes the strengthening of the existing system of consultations between the Security Council and troop-contributing countries. Cooperation between the Council and regional organizations should be strengthened. In this connection, I welcome the partnership that has been established between the Council and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in my region. We believe that disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programmes should be financed on the same basis as peacekeeping operations. It is essential to give peacekeeping forces training in human rights and in the habits and customs of the country where they are to serve. We reaffirm the important role of women in conflict prevention and resolution and peace-building.”
2000-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4220 (2000) · source
“This consensus confirms once again the Council's commitment to peacekeeping. My delegation encourages the development of global, integrated strategies to attack the root causes of conflicts, and particularly their economic, political and social dimensions. We welcome the initiative to more frequently deploy fact-finding missions to areas of tension as a quick means of preventing crises. At the same time, we believe that conflict-prevention measures should be undertaken in accordance with the principle of non-interference in the internal affairs of States. My delegation supports the principle of rapid deployment when the Council decides to take such action. In this regard, we encourage the Secretary- General, when planning and preparing for a peacekeeping operation, to take all necessary steps to facilitate such deployment.”
2000-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4220 (2000) · source
“Mr. Keita (Mali) (spoke in French): Because of the lateness of the hour, I shall abridge my statement. My delegation welcomes the Council's decision to give peacekeeping operations clear, credible and achievable mandates. As more than ever the new millennium should focus on the human person, the Security Council should make visible and easily understood a capacity to act so as to provide both deterrence and security. I commend the approach in the Brahimi Report, which represents a milestone in this process that will indeed make the United Nations a credible force for peace. I also commend the work of the Group chaired by Ambassador Ward on the results that it achieved after intense negotiations. In this regard, we welcome the consensus that led to the adoption of the resolution on this issue.”
2000-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4220 (2000) · source
“In conclusion, I urge the international community to continue to support UNTAET so that the progress achieved over the past nine months can be sustained.”
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“Turning to economics, I regard the Tokyo and Lisbon conferences as important milestones in reviving the economic sector in East Timor. We therefore urge donor countries to continue to provide assistance to UNTAET, working together with the financial institutions and various specialized United Nations agencies, as it carries out integrated development projects. The support of the private sector and the promotion of investment should be a priority objective with a view to bringing about a considerable reduction in unemployment. In this regard, my delegation would like to thank the Japanese, Australian and American cooperation agencies and all the countries that have contributed to the Trust Fund for their considerable support for the reconstruction of East Timor.”
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“We renew that appeal, while supporting the steps taken by UNTAET to bring about the rule of law and expressing our satisfaction at the continuing normalization of relations with Indonesia. The creation of a Joint Border Committee with responsibility for managing all cross- border matters will give a new impetus to the search for solutions to important issues such as the return of refugees and the payment of pensions. We are pleased by the quality of the humanitarian assistance mentioned in the Secretary-General's report. However, the number of refugees still in West Timor is considerable. We appeal to the Indonesian authorities to act with greater rigour to halt the actions of the militias. Militia attacks against humanitarian workers and associated personnel cannot be tolerated.”
2000-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4180 (2000) · source