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1. “My delegation welcomes and fully endorses the 2012 United Nations Plan of Action on the Safety of Journalists and the Issue of Impunity. We are also pleased that its implementation strategy and work plan have been prepared, including all relevant stakeholders and United Nations agencies such as UNESCO, the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights and the United Nations Development Programme. The role of civil society is significant, given its expertise in the field. We welcome the active engagement of civil society in the implementation of the United Nations Plan of Action and would like to further encourage it. Civil society, for its part, should strengthen its efforts to raise awareness of the risks faced by journalists and existing international standards to protect them.”

   2013-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7003 (2013) · source

2. “To that end, the necessary resources should be dedicated to preventing and investigating attacks, as well as bringing those responsible to justice. While the majority of victims are male journalists, we note with concern that female journalists are also subject to violations in conflict situations. They face additional risks, such as those of sexual violence or sexual abuse in detention. We believe that a gender- sensitive approach is needed when considering measures to address the issue of violence against journalists. Secondly, my delegation would like to further encourage coordination and cooperation among United Nations agencies, Member States and civil society with regard to ensuring the safety of journalists.”

   2013-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7003 (2013) · source

3. “We also condemn abductions of journalists in conflict situations. In that regard, Dutch journalist Judith Spiegel and her husband, kidnapped by an armed group in Yemen just over a month ago, should be released immediately. Against that backdrop, I would like to underline the following points. First, those responsible for violations against journalists should be pursued and held accountable no matter how long it takes. It is alarming that a huge percentage of such perpetrators enjoys impunity around the world. Failure to undertake effective investigations and to prosecute those responsible for attacks will lead to further violence in the future. The primary responsibility for protecting journalists, investigating each violation and prosecuting those responsible lies with Governments and State institutions.”

   2013-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7003 (2013) · source

4. “Greater threats to journalists increases the risks of restricting the freedom of the press through the chilling effect of self-censorship. In that regard, my delegation welcomes the Human Rights Council resolution on the safety ofjournalists , adopted last year, and calls upon all parties to put an end to such practices and to provide special protection to journalists. Despite the Council's action on the issue, including its historic resolution 1738 (2006) and last February's presidential statement on the protection of civilians (S/PRST/2013/2), violence against journalists persists. It is extremely disturbing that between 111 and 153 journalists reportedly have been killed during the past 28 months in Syria. The situation is also troubling in Somalia, where last year alone, 18 journalists were killed.”

   2013-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7003 (2013) · source

5. “Let me express my sincere appreciation to you, Madam President, for convening this open debate. I would also like to thank Deputy Secretary-General Jan Eliasson and the four journalists for their comprehensive and informative briefings and compelling stories. Journalists are killed, tortured and subjected to enforced disappearance and arbitrary detention, as well as intimidation and harassment, during conflicts. They reveal a clear picture of conflict situations, including the tragic suffering of civilians and violations of international humanitarian law and human rights law. That makes journalists the target of attacks by parties to a conflict who do not want their actions exposed. Attacks against journalists also constitute violations of the right to freedom of opinion and expression.”

   2013-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7003 (2013) · source

6. “Iran should make extraordinary efforts to regain the lost confidence of the international community in the peaceful nature of its nuclear programme.”

   2013-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6999 (2013) · source

7. “The five permanent members of the Security Council and Germany have made tireless efforts to engage Iran on its nuclear programme and open the window to peaceful negotiations. We hope that Iran will respond more constructively to the proposal. It cannot remain on the table indefinitely. The IAEA's talks with Iran are going around in circles. We urge the Iranian Government to engage and cooperate with the IAEA without further delay regarding the possible military dimensions of its nuclear programme, the expansion of its enrichment capacity and the activities undermining the IAEA's capacity for effective verification at the Parchin site. Iran must comply with all relevant Security Council and IAEA resolutions.”

   2013-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6999 (2013) · source

8. “In particular, we are concerned that Iran continues to pursue prohibited activities by procuring items abroad and using complex methods to evade sanctions, such as front companies, intermediaries and false documentation. The final report will help Member States recognize and address the vulnerabilities that Iran might exploit. The Panel's recommendations are prudent, and include proportionate measures. The recommendations should be implemented by the Committee in due time. We believe that the Committee's open briefing, held on 24 June, was successful and will be useful for facilitating Member States' implementation efforts. We hope to have such events on a more regular basis.”

   2013-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6999 (2013) · source

9. “We recall that Iran sent a letter to the Council in February stating that it was prepared to cooperate fully and provide the information necessary to investigate the case. Iran's silence does little to demonstrate its willingness to build trust with the international community. Thirdly, the provision of military assistance in the Gaza Strip is another grave concern. It would certainly contribute to undermining regional stability. We should continue to pay attention to these matters and remain vigilant. We welcome the Panel's final report as a useful review of the efforts to impede Iran's nuclear and ballistic missile programmes. However, the incidents and developments it describes indicate that we still have a long way to go.”

   2013-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6999 (2013) · source

10. “First, with regard to Iran's ballistic missile launches in July of last year, we see no reason to question the Panel's conclusion that such launches constitute a violation of resolution 1929 (2010). Moreover, Iran has not responded to the Committee's letter on the matter. It is unfortunate, however, that the Committee failed to reach an agreement on such an important and clear-cut issue. Already a year has passed since the violation. It is time that the Committee considered taking follow-up action, including issuing an implementation assistance notice. Secondly, Iran has also not replied to the letter sent on 21 May regarding the Panel's incident report on the illicit transfer of arms to Yemen.”

    2013-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6999 (2013) · source

11. “At the outset, I would like to thank Ambassador Gary Quinlan for briefing us today on the work of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006). I commend his leadership of this important committee. While I appreciate the efforts that the relevant parties have made to reach agreement on the language of the report of the Panel of Experts (see S/2013/331, annex), I am disappointed by the lack of consensus. I also expect future briefings to be held within the time frame mandated by the relevant Council resolutions. At the previous briefing, in early March (see S/PV.6930), my delegation joined others in raising concerns about the issues addressed in today's report. It is regrettable, however, that we have not seen much progress in the past four months.”

    2013-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6999 (2013) · source

12. “In conclusion, today's briefing reminded us all that the responsibility of the Security Council lies not only in giving tasks to field missions, but also in ensuring that they are provided with sufficient capabilities. May we all be equal to the task.”

    2013-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6987 (2013) · source

13. “In terms of the presentation by General Dos Santos Cruz on the adoption of advanced military technology in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, I have a similar question for the Force Commander of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan. In places such as Darfur or Jonglei, the technological improvement of the Mission's intelligence capability could greatly contribute to the protection of troops and the implementation of their mandate. The question I would appreciate answered is whether a sufficient level of intelligence is available for his decision-making. Does he find any specific limitations on the Mission's capabilities?”

    2013-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6987 (2013) · source

14. “However, we believe that the development of technology will strengthen efficiency and reduce the cost of our future activities, as it has in the past. It was in that vein that we supported the Secretary-General's recommendation to enhance the operational mobility and surveillance capability of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The adoption of new technologies for peacekeeping is likely to bring about new tasks for the Secretariat. We expect the Secretariat to exert extra efforts in this regard, to cooperate with the troop-contributing countries that have the ability and willingness to provide technology. Also, the political and legal implications for introducing technology need to be fully and further analysed.”

    2013-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6987 (2013) · source

15. “Nonetheless, the transition of troops between missions cannot be considered lightly and should be dealt with very cautiously because it requires the consent of the relevant parties, including the troop-contributing countries. Even the successful case of inter-mission cooperation between the United Nations Operation in Cote d'Ivoire and United Nations Mission in Liberia, which Major General Iqbal Asi elaborated on today, did not include major troop transitions, but mainly the movement of equipment such as helicopters. Secondly, with regard to modern technology, my delegation supports its application to peacekeeping as a matter of principle. We are well aware that new undertakings always entail new questions.”

    2013-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6987 (2013) · source

16. “The changing environment of United Nations peacekeeping operations may raise challenges for the Force Commanders on the ground. Against that backdrop, my delegation salutes all heads of military components here today and everyone under their command for their professionalism, dedication and courage. In order to ensure the efficient implementation of peacekeeping mandates, the capabilities of missions should be enhanced with strategic insight, utilizing all available means, including troop enforcement, the application of modern technology and inter-mission cooperation. I would like to comment on two points. First, inter-mission cooperation is useful in its nature as a short-term stopgap measure.”

    2013-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6987 (2013) · source

17. “I thank Under- Secretary-General Herve Ladsous and the three Force Commanders for their briefings. United Nations peacekeeping has evolved throughout its history, overcoming new challenges that have arisen from time to time. As resolution 2086 (2013) epitomizes, a multidimensional approach is increasingly important. There is also growing recognition ofthe need for a more robust mandate. The Intervention Brigade in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali offer the most recent evidence of that evolution. There are also cases like that of the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force, where a typical mission with a traditional mandate has to adapt itself to a harshly changing environment.”

    2013-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6987 (2013) · source

18. “The Republic of Korea will remain committed to fighting conflict-related sexual violence, in cooperation with the international community.”

    2013-06-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6984 (2013) · source

19. “We fully support the recommendation in the report of the Secretary-General (S/2013/ 149) that reparations awarded through judicial or administrative mechanisms be established and made available to victims of sexual violence in conflict. My delegation welcomes resolution 2106 (2013) adopted today, and commends the leadership of the United States delegation for effectively steering the negotiation process. We believe that the resolution will mark another significant milestone in our difficult but Victorious journey towards ending sexual Violence and the culture of impunity the world over. Before closing, my delegation would like to commend the excellent work of Special Representative Bangura and extend its full support to her in fulfilling her mandate.”

    2013-06-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6984 (2013) · source

20. “Thirdly, fighting impunity and ensuring accountability should be given critical importance in ceasefire and post-conflict reconstruction processes. Ending impunity is crucial ifa society recovering from conflict is to come to terms with the past and to prevent future abuses. Sexual violence should be included in the definition of acts prohibited by ceasefires and in provisions for ceasefire monitoring. Furthermore, crimes of sexual violence need to be excluded from amnesty provisions in the context of conflict resolution processes. In that context, my delegation would like to stress that delivering justice for victims of sexual violence is not just about holding perpetrators accountable, but also ensures reparative justice.”

    2013-06-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6984 (2013) · source

21. “The fact that charges of sexual violence are included in nearly every case of investigation and prosecution indicates both the prevalence of conflict-related sexual violence and the significant role of the ICC in holding perpetrators of those crimes accountable. The Security Council should play its role by referring serious sexual violence to the ICC and by adopting targeted and graduated measures of relevant sanctions committees. Furthermore, the Security Council needs to systematically reflect sexual violence in conflict in all relevant country resolutions and ensure the inclusion of specific language on addressing conflict- related sexual violence, including the accelerated and extended deployment of women's protection advisers in all peacekeeping and political mission mandates.”

    2013-06-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6984 (2013) · source

22. “We welcome the fact that the Team of Experts on the Rule of Law and Sexual Violence in Conflict has been focusing its efforts on strengthening the capacity of national rule of law and justice actors. The long-term prevention of sexual violence is equally important. We also commend UN-Women for its increasing contribution to the promotion of gender equality and women's political, social and economic empowerment, as well as their participation in every sector of society. Secondly, we would like to stress the significance of the international justice mechanism. When national justice systems are unwilling or unable to fulfil their responsibilities, international mechanisms, including the International Criminal Court (ICC), as well as the ad hoc and mixed tribunals, should play the role of ensuring accountability.”

    2013-06-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6984 (2013) · source

23. “States bear the primary responsibility to protect women and girls from conflict-related sexual violence and bring those responsible to justice. In that regard, my delegation welcomes the stress placed by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on national ownership, leadership and responsibility in combating sexual violence as one of her priorities. All States should include the full range of acts of sexual violence in national penal legislation and ensure the investigation and prosecution of those responsible for violations through proper legal and policy frameworks. We believe that political will is crucial. The lack of adequate national capacity to investigate and prosecute sexual violence may also be one of the main challenges to ensuring accountability for crimes of conflict-related sexual violence.”

    2013-06-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6984 (2013) · source

24. “However, it is a disturbing historical fact that, in many cases, national and international justice systems have failed to bring perpetrators of such sexual violence to justice. Against that backdrop, my delegation would like to commend the leadership of the United Kingdom in addressing the issue. We welcome the declaration of the Group of Eight (G-8) on preventing sexual violence in conflict, adopted in April under the United Kingdom presidency of the G-8. As the declaration recognizes, sexual Violence represents one of the most serious forms of violation or abuse of international humanitarian law and human rights law, and there should be no safe haven for perpetrators of such crimes. 1 would like to underline the following three points. First, we underscore the importance of accountability at the national level.”

    2013-06-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6984 (2013) · source

25. “I would like to thank the United Kingdom leadership for convening this meeting. I appreciate the presence here today of the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, Mr. William Hague. I would also like to express my sincere appreciation to the Secretary-General and his Special Representative, Ms. Bangura, for their informative briefings, as well as to Ms. Angelina Jolie and Ms. Jane Adong Anywar for their powerful and moving statements. Rape, sexual slavery and other forms of sexual violence in conflict are strictly prohibited under international humanitarian law and can constitute war crimes, crimes against humanity and constitutive acts of genocide. Ensuring accountability for those responsible is crucial to eradicating conflict-related sexual Violence.”

    2013-06-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6984 (2013) · source

26. “Following the contribution of $150 million to the Afghan National Army Trust Fund and the Law and Order Trust Fund for Afghanistan over the past two years, the Republic of Korea plans to contribute an additional $100 million this year to support capacity-building in the security and development sectors. We will strive to work closely with the Afghan Government and the international community towards a more prosperous, stable and democratic future for Afghanistan.”

    2013-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6983 (2013) · source

27. “An Afghan-owned and Afghan-led national reconciliation process is another important step in moving forward the political transition. In that regard, we are encouraged by the Afghan Government's initiative on peace negotiations with the Taliban and by the opening of a Taliban office in Doha. It should serve to promote peace, not complicate the process. We hope that further progress will be made towards achieving sustainable and lasting peace in Afghanistan. Afghanistan and the international community now stand at a critical juncture in achieving the agreed goals for 2014. The timely and faithful implementation of commitments is all the more crucial. The Korean Government will continue to support the international efforts for the capacity-building of Afghanistan.”

    2013-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6983 (2013) · source

28. “My delegation recognizes that the transition is not only a security process but also requires the full assumption of Afghan leadership and ownership in governance. In that regard, the presidential and provincial elections in 2014 will be an important landmark for the political transition. It is critical that the Afghan Government develop a credible electoral framework and ensure a transparent and participatory process, including the participation of women. Gender equality and women's empowerment should continue to be a priority policy for the Government of Afghanistan to pursue. To that end, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan has a crucial role to play in providing capacity-building and technical assistance to Afghan institutions.”

    2013-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6983 (2013) · source

29. “We are deeply concerned about the targeted killings of civilians, including international humanitarian workers. Moreover, the recent terrorist attacks by the Taliban against judiciary institutions, including the Supreme Court in Kabul, are worrisome. They constitute a direct challenge to the establishment of the rule of law. The perpetrators must be brought to justice. All parties must take every feasible steps to ensure the protection of civilians and comply with their obligations under international law. Increased efforts to train the Afghan National Security Forces and provide it with all the necessary support will remain crucial tasks to effectively protect civilians and ensure accountability.”

    2013-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6983 (2013) · source

30. “I thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Afghanistan, Mr. Jan Kubis, for his comprehensive briefing. I also welcome Ambassador Tanin's contribution to today's debate. We welcome the recent development in the security transition. The announcement by Afghan President Karzai this week to launch the fifth and final phase of the security transition is a significant milestone in the history of Afghanistan. The Afghan National Security Forces will now take full responsibility for leading and conducting all operations throughout the country. As the transition moves forward, continued international support will be all the more vital to ensure that the transition is irreversible and sustainable. However, an increase of 25 per cent in civilian casualties during the reporting period shows that grave security challenges remain.”

    2013-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6983 (2013) · source

31. “In the light of that, preventive diplomacy and mediation to address water- related conflicts require our renewed attention. To conclude, we believe that today's debate is providing constructive insights that could help to better address the issue of natural resources and conflict. While expressing our disappointment at not being able to agree on the draft presidential statement today, we hope that the Security Council can work together to develop useful instruments through further discussion on the issue.”

    2013-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6982 (2013) · source

32. “Thirdly, with regard to post-conflict situations, the Security Council needs to further strengthen its cooperation with other organs within the United Nations system, such as the Peacebuilding Commission and the World Bank, in order to establish and conduct an integrated development and reconstruction strategy. The natural resources perspective should be incorporated in the development of peacebuilding and State-building strategies for countries where extractive industries are a major source of revenue. As a related topic, I would like to take the opportunity today to briefly highlight the security implications of water resource issues. Factors such as climate change and economic development have worsened scarcity and driven up demand for water resources. Conflicts over transboundary water have become an emerging security issue.”

    2013-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6982 (2013) · source

33. “Secondly, it is imperative that the Council follow through on the implementation of its sanctions in the context of natural resources management. The role of United Nations expert groups should be improved and enhanced in order to have a proper assessment and response. Clear mandates and professional perspectives on natural resources could be reflected in the work of the United Nations expert groups as necessary. The Secretariat should also be given an adequate supporting role, with emphasis placed on improving its function as a centre for coordination among groups of experts.”

    2013-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6982 (2013) · source

34. “We echo the Council's determination expressed in resolution 1625 (2005) to take action against illegal exploitation and trafficking of natural resources and high-value commodities in areas where such activities contribute to the outbreak, escalation or continuation of armed conflict. My delegation would like to make some suggestions that the Security Council could consider to further contribute to achieving that end. First, the Security Council could consider providing appropriate mandates to peacekeeping and special political missions to help the Governments concerned address the economic dimensions of conflict. United Nations missions can advise and assist Governments with steps to prevent the illegal exploitation of natural resources.”

    2013-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6982 (2013) · source

35. “However, we can observe a strong correlation between a country's dependence on extractive industries and its susceptibility to conflict, especially when governance is weak and State institutions are fragile. To tackle that problem, it is essential that the gains from extractive industries are shared in a society through a fair, transparent and well-managed process. Good governance, rule of law and anti-corruption efforts are indispensable. The Republic of Korea welcomes international initiatives aimed at increasing transparency in extractive industries, such as the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative and the Kimberley Process.”

    2013-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6982 (2013) · source

36. “The Republic of Korea joins other delegations in strongly condemning the terrorist attacks on the United Nations compound in Mogadishu. I would like to express our deep condolences to the victims, their families and the Government of Somalia. I would like to thank the United Kingdom presidency for organizing this meeting. Considering the security implications that natural resources entail, I believe that today's topic is highly relevant to the work of the Council. I would also like to extend my appreciation to Deputy Secretary-General Jan Eliasson, Mr. Kofi Annan, Ms. Caroline Anstey and Ms. Rebeca Grynspan for their insightful briefings. Natural resources play an irreplaceable role in many national economies, as they provide a potential basis for sustainable economic growth and political stability.”

    2013-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6982 (2013) · source

37. “In that regard, I would like to encourage all States to ratify the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child on the involvement of children in armed conflict, which is the key legal instrument in that respect.”

    2013-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6980 (2013) · source

38. “We support the recommendation made by the Secretary- General in his report to strengthen the provisions for the protection of children in all relevant mandates of United Nations peacekeeping, special political and peacebuilding missions, including the deployment of child-protection advisers. Additionally, we would like to further encourage the Special Representative of the Secretary-General to share specific information contained in the Secretary-General's reports with the relevant sanctions Committees, including through regular briefings. Last but not least, ensuring the compliance ofparties to armed conflict with international law should be the starting point in preventing grave violations against children.”

    2013-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6980 (2013) · source

39. “We hope that all parties listed in the Secretary-General's report will prepare and implement action plans without further delay. In that regard, my delegation believes that engagement by the United Nations with non-State armed groups is crucial. To that end, independent and unhindered access of the United Nations must be allowed, and contact between the United Nations and non-State armed groups should be further facilitated. Thirdly, the Security Council should put increasing pressure on persistent perpetrators of grave violations against children, including the adoption of targeted and graduated measures against them. To that end, links between the children and armed conflict agenda and the sanctions regimes should be further strengthened.”

    2013-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6980 (2013) · source

40. “All States should continue their efforts to strengthen national mechanisms, including domestic criminal laws and executive and judicial systems to investigate and prosecute those responsible. We hope that all relevant United Nations entities will pay greater attention to supporting States' efforts in that regard. Secondly, I would like to underline the significance of concrete, time-bound action plans as key tools for protecting children from current and future abuses. My delegation welcomes the signing of action plans by the Governments of Myanmar, Somalia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo last year. We also welcome the fact that all parties in Nepal and Sri Lanka have been removed from the lists contained in the annexes to the Secretary- General's report after the full implementation of the action plan.”

    2013-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6980 (2013) · source

41. “First, ending impunity is the key to combating violations and abuses against children, as well as ensuring their non-recurrence. We fully acknowledge that accountability for the most serious crimes against children has been strengthened through the work of the International Criminal Court (ICC) as well as that of ad hoc and mixed tribunals. The verdict of the ICC on Thomas Lubanga last year was indeed a landmark decision. While welcoming that decision, my delegation would like to encourage all States to extend their full cooperation to the ICC to further enhance accountability at the international level. Ensuring accountability at the national level is equally important.”

    2013-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6980 (2013) · source

42. “The situation in Syria is particularly worrisome. It is disturbing that, among the well over 93,000 people estimated to have been killed to date, many thousands are children. Against that backdrop, my delegation appreciates the crucial role of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for children and armed conflict in protecting children from the devastating effects of conflicts. We commend the tremendous efforts made by and the commitment of Ms. Leila Zerrougui since her assumption of the post last year. As a staunch supporter of her mandate, the Republic of Korea will continue to cooperate closely with the Special Representative of the Secretary-General. I would like to underline the following key points.”

    2013-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6980 (2013) · source

43. “Mr. President, let me at the outset express my sincere appreciation to you for having convened this debate. I would also like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Ms. Leila Zerrougui; Under-Secretary- General Herve Ladsous; the Deputy Executive Director of UNICEF, Ms. Yoka Brandt; and the Associate Vice-President of Save the Children, Mr. Gregory Ramm, for their informative briefings. The Republic of Korea welcomes the report of the Secretary-General on children and armed conflict (S/2013/245). While encouraged by the positive developments referred to in the report, we remain concerned at the fact that grave violations against children continue to occur. We are also worried about emerging challenges for child protection, including the military use of schools and the detention of children by security forces.”

    2013-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6980 (2013) · source

44. “In that context, a series of incidents targeting the staff of the Mitrovica North Administrative Office and attacks on returnees continue to be of particular concern. We condemn such attacks. We also call on the Kosovo authorities to redouble their efforts to better protect all ethnic minority communities. Finally, the Republic of Korea would like to commend Special Representative Zarif and the entire team of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). We hope that UNMIK will further strengthen its close cooperation with the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo, the Kosovo Force and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, thereby making a substantial contribution to lasting peace and genuine reconciliation in Kosovo.”

    2013-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6979 (2013) · source

45. “In our meeting in March, we suggested educational initiatives and an awareness- raising campaign as effective confidence-building measures, and today I am please to note that the recent report of the Secretary-General (S/2013/254) describes some meaningful progress in the educational sector. We believe that instilling the values of tolerance and inter-ethnic understanding in future generations is the first step towards restoring trust among communities. We therefore call on both sides to further strengthen their efforts to promote intercultural education and to facilitate interchange among students. Furthermore, Kosovo must uphold its commitment to ensuring the full safety of all ethnic minorities. Without it, people will find it difficult to have a sense of safety, trust and confidence in their system.”

    2013-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6979 (2013) · source

46. “Taking into consideration that the 19 April agreement primarily concerns the status of the four municipalities in northern Kosovo, implementation simply cannot work without their cooperation. Therefore, we would like to emphasize that it should be carried out in an inclusive and participatory manner that allows the full participation of Kosovo Serbs. It is also imperative that all police and judicial authorities in northern Kosovo be integrated into Kosovo's institutional framework, as both sides have agreed. However, genuine sustainable reconciliation cannot be achieved overnight. The old tensions are still far from fading. Lingering mistrust presents huge obstacles to a constructive dialogue. This is all the more reason why the political dialogue must be complemented by confidence-building measures.”

    2013-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6979 (2013) · source

47. “In that regard, we commend both Prime Ministers for demonstrating their political courage and taking a flexible approach to finding compromise. We also applaud the European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Ms. Catherine Ashton, for her tireless efforts and personal dedication in facilitating this ground-breaking agreement. What is required now is the full and effective implementation of the agreement on the ground. In that vein, it is encouraging that a new round oftechnical talks on the implementation has already begun in Brussels. However, the path to full implementation could be easily littered with serious obstacles. The biggest challenge at this juncture is the strong resistance and scepticism of ethnic Serbs living in northern Kosovo.”

    2013-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6979 (2013) · source

48. “I thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Kosovo, Mr. Farid Zarif, for his insightful briefing. I would also like to welcome Prime Minister Ivica Dacie and Prime Minister Hashim Thaci back to the Council today. Since the last Council meeting on this issue in March (see S/PV.6939), there have been constructive developments in the political dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina. The Republic of Korea congratulates both sides on reaching the historic agreement of 19 April within the framework of a dialogue facilitated by the European Union (EU). The agreement is a major breakthrough in the normalization of relations and also represents a big step forward for regional peace and security.”

    2013-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6979 (2013) · source

49. “Their arrest and prosecution remains a top priority for the Mechanism. We note that in April, the Mechanism duty judge replaced the ICTR warrants with those of the Mechanism for the arrest of the three high-ranking fugitives. We encourage the Mechanism to continue its efforts to track down fugitives and to secure the cooperation of States. In conclusion, the Tribunals have decisively contributed to the development of international humanitarian law and to the establishment of the ICC. We are strongly committed to providing the support that the Tribunals and the Mechanism will need to succeed now and in future.”

    2013-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6977 (2013) · source

50. “We commend the ICTR President on having taken a very active role with the Registrar in that regard. We call on the Tribunal, together with States, to continue to exert all efforts necessary to address that problem. We support the Council's earlier decision in resolution 2054 (2012) that Judge Joensen continue to perform his functions as President of the ICTR until 31 December 2014. We welcome the progress made in ensuring a smooth transition to the Mechanism. In particular, on 9 April 2013 the trial judgement in the ICTR case of The Prosecutor v. Benard Munyagishari has led to litigation before a bench of the Appeals Chamber of the Mechanism. We hope that The Hague branch will be fully functional on 1 July 2013, as scheduled. Regrettably, nine fugitives are still at large.”

    2013-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6977 (2013) · source