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first: 2004-05-17
most recent: 2006-08-22
sittings or episodes: 28
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“The Government of Japan highly appreciates the clear commitment and tangible efforts to date on the part of the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government for the achievement of the standards, which have included cooperation with the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia and the resumption of direct dialogue with Belgrade at the working group level. We welcome recent proposals to hold high-level meetings between Pristina and Belgrade as a step forward and hope that they will contribute to confidence-building between the two parties. Notwithstanding those indications of good faith, my Government does not believe that any of the standards has been sufficiently fulfilled.”
2005-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5188 (2005) · source
“I would like to thank you, Mr. Minister, for convening and presiding over today's public meeting. I also wish to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Soren Jessen-Petersen, for his comprehensive briefing. We highly commend Mr. Jessen-Petersen and the staff of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) for their proactive and tireless efforts for the future of Kosovo. Japan recognizes the importance of the "standards before status" policy, endorsed by the Security Council in its resolution 1244 (1999), and believes that progress in the Kosovo Standards Implementation Plan by the parties, with support from the international community, is essential. The commencement of the comprehensive review will be a significant milestone for the "standards before status" policy.”
2005-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5188 (2005) · source
“We sincerely hope that the crisis in Cote d'Ivoire will be brought to an end by the successful holding of transparent, free and fair presidential elections and through the faithful implementation of the Pretoria Agreement and all previous agreements. We have no doubt that such a process will strengthen the democratic foundations of the country and help it to regain its place as an economic driving force for the entire western African subregion.”
2005-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5169 (2005) · source
“As a result of our own careful assessment, based on the reports of our embassy in Abidjan and on information gathered through the mission that we sent to the country, are more than ever convinced that serious deliberations with regard to a certain level of reinforcement of the peacekeeping operation are needed. The Government of Japan is now ready to consider such reinforcement, although we think that, if the situation were not so precarious, better use could have been made of the $30 million in funds for the additional reinforcement - 20 per cent of which will be borne by Japan - for the reconstruction and development of the country.”
2005-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5169 (2005) · source
“Thirdly, concerning the role of the United Nations in the peace process, it is significant that the Ivorian parties have invited the United Nations to participate in organizing the elections. We look forward to receiving the views and recommendations of the Secretary-General in this regard, specifically with respect to how the United Nations and its mission on the ground can play an effective role in ensuring transparent, free and fair elections within the limited resources available. At the same time, my Government is fully aware of the continued precariousness and, at times, volatility of the security situation in the country.”
2005-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5169 (2005) · source
“Japan is ready to consider further assistance for both DDR and the elections, depending upon developments in the situation in Cote d'Ivoire. Secondly, as to the question of sanctions measures, it is not an appropriate time to immediately apply targeted sanctions against individuals, since the Ivorian parties have just shown their readiness, through the Pretoria Agreement, to revitalize the peace process. It should, however, be underscored that no further delay can be permitted in the preparations for the elections scheduled for October. All Ivorian parties must recognize that any delay in implementing the commitments made in the Agreement will render them immediately subject to sanctions measures.”
2005-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5169 (2005) · source
“We commend President Mbeki and the African Union for their tenacious efforts to promote the Agreement, providing a great example of an African problem being resolved by Africans. We are also encouraged by the first steps already taken by the Ivorian parties to implement the Agreement, such as the meeting held on 14 April by the National Armed Forces of cote d'Ivoire (FANCI) and the Armed Forces of Forces Nouvelles (FAFN) on the implementation of the national disarmament, demobilization and reintegration (DDR) plan. It should be stressed nevertheless that it is critical to ensure full and prompt implementation of all commitments made in this and previous agreements. All the Ivorian parties should faithfully respect the provisions of these agreements, including the decision by President Mbeki with regard to eligibility for the presidency.”
2005-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5169 (2005) · source
“As reflected in the Pretoria Agreement, the African Union and its mediator for Cote d'Ivoire, President Mbeki, have been playing increasingly important roles, which makes close coordination between the Security Council and the African Union more important than ever. My delegation, Mr. President, therefore greatly appreciates your initiative to convene today's meeting in such a timely manner. I also wish to express our appreciation to Mr. Aziz Pahad, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of South Africa, and to Ambassador Simeon Adekanye of Nigeria for their detailed and informative briefings. I would like to make three points. First, Japan welcomes the Pretoria Agreement as a demonstration of the renewed commitment of all Ivorian parties to the peace process.”
2005-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5169 (2005) · source
“Junichiro Koizumi, reaffirmed Japan's intention to continue its support for Bosnia and Herzegovina's efforts. It is our firm belief that stabilization of the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina is essential for the stability of all South-Eastern Europe.”
2005-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5147 (2005) · source
“At the conference, we expressed our view that in order to ensure that the stabilization and the development of that region is irreversible, there should be regional efforts focusing on the three key elements: consolidation of peace, economic development and regional cooperation. We are providing support in line with that view, dispatching advisers to help stimulate investment and co-hosting workshops on the promotion of tourism in the Western Balkans, among other measures. Japan, in cooperation with the rest of the international community, intends to adhere to its commitment to achieving stability and prosperity in that region through activities including the follow-up to the Tokyo ministerial conference. In his meeting this month with Mr. Adnan Terzic, Chairman of the Council of Ministers, our Prime Minister, Mr.”
2005-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5147 (2005) · source
“We would especially like to commend EUFOR's proactive initiative in dealing with organized crime, and we look forward to a continuation of those efforts. As a member of the Steering Board of the Peace Implementation Council, Japan has been actively contributing to the peace implementation process in Bosnia and Herzegovina. We have pledged $500 million to support rehabilitation and reconstruction in Bosnia and Herzegovina and have been steadily implementing that assistance. Last April, in Tokyo, Japan co-chaired with the European Union presidency the Ministerial Conference on Peace Consolidation and Economic Development of the Western Balkans.”
2005-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5147 (2005) · source
“We continue to call upon the relevant authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina to fully cooperate with the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia and to extradite every person indicted for war crimes to the Tribunal. At the same time, we wish to underscore the importance of the War Crimes Chamber, which was established to prosecute war crimes inside Bosnia and Herzegovina and which is expected to be effective in fostering reconciliation in Bosnia and Herzegovina through its rapid prosecution process. Japan has contributed to that important project by providing staff training and equipment for the Chamber through the United Nations Development Programme. My Government is pleased to hear that the handover from the Stabilization Force to the European Union-led peacekeeping force (EUFOR) was accomplished smoothly.”
2005-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5147 (2005) · source
“For that purpose, we expect the political leaders of Bosnia and Herzegovina, with the cooperation of the international community, to take the initiative to make further progress on the most urgent tasks, such as the consolidation of the rule of law, the further reform of the economy - which must include improving the investment environment - and the strengthening of State institutions. The Government of Japan is of the view that resolution of the issue of war criminals is essential for true implementation of peace in the former Yugoslavia. We are approaching the tenth anniversary of the atrocities that took place in Srebrenica.”
2005-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5147 (2005) · source
“Among the achievements, we particularly appreciate the economic reform policy measures, as exemplified by the completion of the legislation concerning the value-added tax and the establishment of the Ministry of Defence and of the Intelligence and Security Agency at the State level. We are particularly appreciative of the efforts made by the High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina and his staff. Nevertheless, there is still much to be done in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is necessary to resolve the remaining problems so that Bosnia and Herzegovina will be able to stand on its own feet.”
2005-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5147 (2005) · source
“I thank you, Mr. President, for convening this public meeting concerning the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina. I also wish to offer my thanks to the High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina, Lord Paddy Ashdown, for his comprehensive briefing. Almost 10 years have passed since the signing of the Dayton Agreement, and the tasks called for in the peace process have been steadily fulfilled in Bosnia and Herzegovina during this period. My Government commends the vigorous reform efforts made by the Government of Bosnia and Herzegovina in order to consolidate itself as a stable, multi-ethnic State integrated into Europe.”
2005-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5147 (2005) · source
“As a member of the Security Council, Japan would like to express its readiness to participate constructively in the comprehensive review of the standards scheduled for the middle of 2005.”
2005-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5130 (2005) · source
“However, while the stable provision of electricity is essential for the long-term development of Kosovo, taking into account that electricity is a basic need of the inhabitants of the region, the reform of Kosovo's energy sector should not be politicized. Japan calls on all parties concerned to seek a solution to this issue with earnest and sincerity. Japan co-hosted the Ministerial Conference on Peace Consolidation and Economic Development of the Western Balkans last April and is working on the follow-up activities to that meeting. We wish to reaffirm our commitment to the region, including our intention to provide assistance, in cooperation with the international community, to advance the Kosovo Standards Implementation Plan.”
2005-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5130 (2005) · source
“Noting, however, that the unemployment rate remains high, and that the poverty rate is increasing, we continue to recognize that the economic situation in Kosovo remains serious. We expect that Mr. Joachim Rucker, the new head of the UNMIK's pillar IV, in cooperation with the Provisional Institutions, will make the utmost effort to realize economic development through the privatization of socially owned companies and the formulation and implementation of a social development plan. Japan also shares the View expressed in the report of the Secretary-General that the lack of reliable electricity is a serious constraint on Kosovo's development.”
2005-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5130 (2005) · source
“Japan appreciates the progress made in the discussions on decentralization, as reported by the Secretary-General. The results of the pilot projects that are scheduled to be carried out in March in several sub- municipal bodies, including one in an area where mainly Kosovo Serbs reside, will be of importance in that regard. I would like to reiterate my request here for the united efforts of all Kosovo political leaders in this undertaking. At the same time, the Belgrade authorities must halt their assistance to parallel structures and must encourage all Kosovo Serbs to participate in the political process in Kosovo, including in discussions on the issue of decentralization. Macroeconomic indicators show Kosovo to be in a calm recovery phase.”
2005-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5130 (2005) · source
“While I would like to express Japan's appreciation for the efforts of all parties concerned, such as KFOR, to maintain security as a prerequisite for implementing the standards, it is important to point out that minorities' fear is the major obstacle confronting them. Therefore, I would also like to strongly urge political leaders in Kosovo to make further initiatives to remove such fear. From that perspective, Japan calls on the Provisional Institutions to engage in an inter- community dialogue initiative in order to rebuild confidence and trust. Through these efforts, we expect increased participation by Kosovo Serbs in the standards implementation process. They will also have the effect of reminding us that the implementation of standards must benefit all the people of Kosovo.”
2005-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5130 (2005) · source
“We would like to commend the proactive efforts of the new Provisional Institutions for the implementation of the standards, and we welcome the fact that measurable progress has been made towards the implementation of the standards, coupled with noteworthy concrete steps in several areas. Japan, however, acknowledges that many challenges remain to be addressed by the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government on the implementation of the standards. In particular, I am concerned that progress has been impeded in the areas of minorities' freedom of movement and sustainable returns.”
2005-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5130 (2005) · source
“Mr. President, I would like to thank you for convening today's public meeting. I wish also to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Saren Jessen-Petersen, for his briefing, which I found very illuminating and insightful. We are fully aware of the fact that today's meeting has significant implications for the coming comprehensive review of the implementation of the standards planned for the middle of this year. Japan welcomes the relatively smooth establishment of the coalition Government of Provisional Institutions of Self-Government, based on the results of the election held last October, as evidence of political maturity in Kosovo, which was also acknowledged as such by the Secretary-General.”
2005-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5130 (2005) · source
“With regard to operative paragraph 11, Japan, as one of the largest financial contributors to peacekeeping operation activities, upholds the basic position that all peacekeeping missions should be under constant review with regard to their mandates and structures, particularly in the light of the rising demand for, and the changing character of, peacekeeping operations in the world. The need for review applies to UNIFIL as well. In the light of UNIFIL's importance, we consider this paragraph to be appropriate in order to enhance its effectiveness and efficiency.”
2005-01-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5117 (2005) · source
“Japan attaches great importance to the role of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) and welcomes the adoption of the resolution to renew its mandate for another six months. The Japanese delegation has paid particular attention to two points, namely, the ninth preambular paragraph and operative paragraph 7. With regard to the ninth preambular paragraph, Japan believe that, thanks to extensive discussions and valuable contributions by the members of the Council, we were able to agree on well-balanced language that reflects decisions taken by the Security Council in the past.”
2005-01-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5117 (2005) · source
“The Secretariat must not suppress the facts in this case. All information should be disclosed, and strict disciplinary measures to prevent any recurrence should be taken at once. In closing, I cannot overstate the importance of a regional approach to the peace and stability of the Central African region. The Security Council should consider how to mobilize and optimize the military, political and socio-economic tools available to the international community in order to promote overall peace in the region. Japan, for its part, has actively participated in the discussion and, as a non-permanent member of the Security Council from next year, stands ready to discharge its enhanced responsibilities in this regard.”
2004-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5096 (2004) · source
“Thirdly, with regard to the activities of the peacekeeping operation, it is important to note that the Security Council mission visited United Nations peacekeepers in both the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Burundi to make assessments on the ground. Based on the experience gained through that mission, the Security Council should seek to conduct more in-depth discussions on how peacekeeping operations can contribute to making elections successful in those countries and can then be drawn down in accordance with a clearly defined exit strategy. In this connection, I must mention that the instances of sexual abuse alleged to have been committed by members of MONUC betray the trust and confidence of the local population and seriously undermine the credibility of the Security Council and the United Nations as a whole.”
2004-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5096 (2004) · source
“It is important for all the parties concerned to make further efforts to advance the process, in accordance with the newly established schedule, so as to enable the indirect election of the new President to be held and, thus, the process to be completed next April. We condemn the Forces nationales de liberation (FLN) of Agathon Rwasa for continuing to reject the peace process and fighting against the Forces armees burundaises. We also strongly condemn the Gatumba massacre. Such a tragedy must never be repeated in this region. We welcome in this regard the intention of the Government of Burundi, after its national investigation, to refer the matter to the International Criminal Court. I expect those efforts to lead to the identification of those responsible for the massacre and to ensure that they are brought to justice.”
2004-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5096 (2004) · source
“At the same time, the disarmament, demobilization, reintegration and repatriation or resettlement of members of the former Rwandan Army (ex-FAR) forces and Interahamwe in the Democratic Republic of the Congo must be accelerated, and we therefore urge the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to make every possible effort to disarm and repatriate those soldiers as expeditiously as possible, in cooperation with the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUC) and the newly deploying brigades, in particular. Secondly, with regard to Burundi, we first of all commend and support the role played by the Regional Peace Initiative and the African Union in promoting the peace process.”
2004-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5096 (2004) · source
“We must urgently seek to establish the facts, since the event, if it actually occurred, jeopardizes the efforts of the Security Council and the international community to bring about peace in the Great Lakes region. The Government of Rwanda should first have recourse to such political means as the Joint Verification Mechanism or the tripartite mechanism to address its security concerns. The immediate and active cooperation of the Government of Rwanda in getting the Joint Verification Mechanism operational is an absolute requirement.”
2004-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5096 (2004) · source
“We appreciate the decision to dispatch a Security Council mission to the Central Africa region. The mission encouraged the ownership initiative of Africa for peace and security at a very critical moment for the region, when the first summit meeting of the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region of Africa, which embodies that initiative, was taking place. The subsequent disturbance in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, however, has seriously damaged the prospects for achieving peace and stability in the region. I therefore wish to discuss three points that Japan considers important in that connection. First, we are deeply concerned about the reported incursion of Rwandan troops across the border of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2004-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5096 (2004) · source
“And secondly, the relevant international institutions, such as the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK), must function efficiently. We hope that the staff of UNMIK, led by Mr. Saren Jessen- Petersen, as well as the staffs of other agencies, will keep those two points in mind as they proceed with their activities. In April, Japan co-hosted the Ministerial Conference on Peace Consolidation and Economic Development of the Western Balkans, based on our firm belief that stabilizing the region, including Kosovo, is crucial for the stability of the entire region. We wish to reaffirm our commitment to the region, including our intention to provide assistance, in cooperation with the entire international community, in advancing the Kosovo Standards Implementation Plan.”
2004-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5089 (2004) · source
“Japan has repeatedly stated its view that, in order to create a multi-ethnic and democratic Kosovo and realize the consolidation of peace, it its essential to tackle the problems of economic difficulties, security and sustainable returns. We therefore highly appreciate the emphasis that the comprehensive and integrated strategy has placed on formulating a more robust economic development policy involving both short- term and long-term measures, strengthening efforts to deal with the causes and consequences of the March violence, sustainable returns and cooperation on improvement of the security situation and freedom of movement. Japan regards two criteria as key to the success of the comprehensive and integrated strategy. First, the people in Kosovo should take ownership.”
2004-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5089 (2004) · source
“The Secretary-General's call for recalibration of the standards policy is therefore of great significance. Needless to say, the recalibration must be implemented in such a way as to give the right momentum and direction to the political process in Kosovo. We wish to reiterate, however, that, as the recommendation of the Secretary-General made clear, implementation of the standards is, above all, for the benefit of Kosovo and its people. That is why we are compelled to express our concern in response to the Secretary-General's observation that the progress made so far in implementing the standards has been limited.”
2004-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5089 (2004) · source
“In order to improve that situation, it is essential that multiple strategies, including the recalibration of the standards policy and the rehabilitation of the economy, be implemented effectively. From that viewpoint, we would like to express our support for the recommendation of the Secretary-General. The comprehensive and integrated strategy incorporates a number of different elements, but we wish to state our view today with regard to the matter of the recalibration of the standards policy. We believe that all international institutions must pay attention to outside opinions concerning their policies and strategies, but the Security Council has a special obligation in that regard. Ambassador Eide stated in his report that the current "standards before status" policy lacks credibility, and we must face that criticism head on.”
2004-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5089 (2004) · source
“We also call on Kosovo Serbs and on the Government of Serbia to join in a constructive manner the discussion on the creation of a multi-ethnic and democratic Kosovo. We believe that the recommendation the Secretary-General submitted to the Security Council based on the report of Ambassador Eide deserves our utmost attention. My Government recognizes that the most important goal of the international community is the creation of a multi-ethnic and democratic society in Kosovo and that it should be realized through implementation of the "standards before status" policy. On the other hand, the violence that occurred in March indicates that the current situation is unsatisfactory not only for Serbs but also for Albanians in Kosovo.”
2004-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5089 (2004) · source
“I would like to thank you, Madam President, for convening today's public meeting. I would also like to express Japan's sincere appreciation for the efforts of all parties concerned, especially those of Mr. Saren Jessen-Petersen and his staff. Japan is pleased that the election for the Kosovo parliament was held democratically and without major incident on 23 October. However, from the perspective of ethnic reconciliation in Kosovo, it is regrettable that most of the Serb electorate did not participate in the election. We hope that, based on the results of the election, new Provisional Institutions of Self- Government will be established and start fulfilling their mandated tasks as soon as possible.”
2004-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5089 (2004) · source
“We are providing support in each of those areas. Assistance for the War Crimes Chamber, fostering a better investment climate through the dispatching of advisers and the holding of a workshop on the promotion of tourism are examples of that. Japan, in cooperation with the international community, intends to adhere to its commitment to help the region to achieve stability and prosperity through various activities, including follow-up of the Tokyo Ministerial Conference. It is our firm belief that the stabilization of the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina is essential for the stability of the whole of South-Eastern Europe.”
2004-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5075 (2004) · source
“The Government of Japan welcomes this handover and expects it to be implemented smoothly. Japan has been an active member of the Steering Board of the Peace Implementation Council. We have pledged $500 million in support of rehabilitation and reconstruction in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and have been steadily implementing that assistance. This April in Tokyo, Japan co-chaired, with the European Union presidency, the Ministerial Conference on Peace Consolidation and the Economic Development of the Western Balkans. At the Conference we expressed our View that, in order to ensure that the stabilization and development of the region is irreversible, regional efforts should be made focusing on the following three key elements: the consolidation of peace; economic development; and regional cooperation.”
2004-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5075 (2004) · source
“We therefore call upon the relevant authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina to fully support the activities of the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia and to extradite every indicted individual to the Tribunal. At the same time, we wish to underscore the importance of enhancing the capacity of the War Crimes Chamber so as to enable it to prosecute less serious war crimes. In this connection, Japan is now considering a proposal to provide support for a United Nations Development Programme project to train staff for the Chamber. Japan values highly the role of the Stabilization Force in the implementation of the peace process through the maintenance of security in Bosnia and Herzegovina. In December this year, it is planned that the European Union-led peacekeeping force, EUFOR, will replace the NATO mission.”
2004-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5075 (2004) · source
“It is necessary to resolve the remaining problems so that Bosnia and Herzegovina can stand on its own feet as a stable, multi-ethnic nation, integrated into Europe. To that end, we expect the political leaders of Bosnia and Herzegovina to take the initiative to make further progress on those urgent tasks, which include the consolidation of the rule of law, the further reform of the economy and the strengthening of State institutions, with the cooperation of the international community. The Government of Japan is of the view that a resolution of the war crimes issue is essential for the true achievement of peace in the former Yugoslavia.”
2004-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5075 (2004) · source
“I also wish to offer my thanks to the High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina, Lord Paddy Ashdown, for his comprehensive briefing. Almost nine years have passed since the signing of the Dayton Accord, during which time the tasks set out in the context of the peace process have been steadily carried out in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Among the achievements, my Government particularly appreciates the unification of the city of Mostar under a single city government and the establishment of the Ministry of Defence and the Intelligence and Security Agency at the State level. We are particularly appreciative of the efforts made by the High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina and his staff. Nevertheless, there is still much to be done in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
2004-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5075 (2004) · source
“First, with respect to the passing away of Mr. Yasser Arafat, the President of the Palestinian Authority and the Chairman of the Executive Committee of the Palestine Liberation Organization, I would like to express my sincerest condolences to the bereaved family, to the Palestinian Authority and to the Palestinians. Mr. Arafat was indeed a pioneer who laid the foundation for the establishment of a Palestinian State. I pray that his soul will rest in peace and sincerely hope that Palestinians will overcome their sorrow and will continue their struggle to achieve peace and prosperity in the region. I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for having convened this public meeting concerning the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
2004-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5075 (2004) · source
“Japan is greatly concerned about the recent clashes between the Israelis and the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, which have caused many casualties. We are deeply worried that such clashes will trigger another cycle of violence, making it still more difficult to bring about peace between the two parties. In order to prevent a further deterioration of the situation, Japan strongly urges the Israeli side to exercise the maximum restraint and the Palestinian side to make the utmost efforts to control the extremists and to produce tangible results in that regard. We also urge both sides to promptly resume their efforts to implement the road map.”
2004-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5049 (2004) · source
“This situation, in which the people are enduring unacceptably high unemployment and are thus unable to have any hope for their future, must be changed. UNMIK and the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government, with the assistance of the international community, must redouble their efforts to address this issue within the framework of the Kosovo Standards Implementation Plan. Based on our firm belief that stabilizing the situation in Kosovo is essential for the stability and prosperity of the entire region, my Government has contributed, to date, approximately $186 million in assistance for that purpose. We remain committed to the goal of achieving stability and prosperity in South- Eastern Europe, in cooperation with the international community as a whole.”
2004-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5017 (2004) · source
“In this context, we welcome the implementation of inter-community talks on several subjects, and particularly the consultations that included both Kosovo Albanians and Kosovo Serbs, which have led to an agreement on the establishment of institutions for human rights and the return of refugees. We would also like to emphasize that the rebuilding of homes destroyed in the March violence should be completed as soon as possible in order to improve mutual trust among the communities involved. Lastly, building tolerance will require a positive change in the mental attitude of the people; that is, they must have reason to hope for a better life for themselves. Regrettably, recent news reports indicate that the unemployment rate in Kosovo is again rising and is now approaching 70 per cent.”
2004-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5017 (2004) · source
“The Government of Japan wishes to make three points today. First, against the background of the lessons of the March violence, we welcome the fact that the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government and UNMIK, with the help of concerned countries, have drafted a framework document for the devolution of responsibilities to local authorities. My Government hopes that, through the careful implementation of the framework, the human rights of minorities will be better protected and the establishment of a democratic and multi-ethnic society will be accelerated. At the last public meeting on this item (see S/PV.4967), a number of representatives mentioned the importance of making tolerance a reality in Kosovo. Japan firmly believes that establishing such tolerance is the key to the successful implementation of the Kosovo standards.”
2004-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5017 (2004) · source
“First of all, I wish to congratulate you, Mr. President, for assuming the presidency of the Security Council. I begin today by expressing Japan's sincere respect for the efforts of Mr. Harri Holkeri, former Special Representative of the Secretary-General, to improve the situation in Kosovo. We also extend our heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Soren Jessen-Petersen on his appointment as the next Special Representative for Kosovo. As the new Special Representative is expected to commence his work in the near future, today's public meeting will be an excellent opportunity to reassess the situation and the policies in place up to the present. I am confident that Mr. Jessen-Petersen will also make his best effort in his new post, taking into consideration the conclusions drawn from today's discussion.”
2004-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5017 (2004) · source
“The work of the Counter- Terrorism Committee (CT C) is a matter of great interest to all Member States of the United Nations, and I therefore would like to express our appreciation to you, Mr. President, and to the rest of the Security Council for providing interested States other than members with the opportunity to speak today. I would first like to express our appreciation to Ambassador Arias, former Chairman of the CTC, for his distinguished service. I wish to congratulate”
2004-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5006 (2004) · source
“The Security Council should promote discussion involving the Secretariat, contributors of human and financial resources and stakeholders including countries in the region. Japan, which is responsible for approximately one-fifth of the peacekeeping budget, is eager to participate in such discussions in order to fulfil its international commitments while maintaining accountability to taxpayers. The meeting of the Security Council working group on Burundi provided a unique opportunity for major stakeholders to state their views. Japan strongly hopes that meetings of this kind will be convened in future to discuss specific issues as well as more generic issues related to peacekeeping. Japan fully understands the fundamental importance of peacekeeping as a tool for conflict resolution and continues its active support.”
2004-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4970Resumption1 (2004) · source
“The ongoing bilateral support is important, but Japan is of the View that those efforts could be more closely coordinated at the international level. We hope that the Secretariat will play a more active role in that regard. Finally and most importantly, reform is necessary in order to involve in the Security Council decision-making process those countries contributing human, material, financial and other resources. That is necessary to enable the Council to work to consolidate peace, from the peacekeeping phase to reconstruction and development, in coordination with other international agencies and bilateral programmes. Issues surrounding peacekeeping are diverse and complicated.”
2004-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4970Resumption1 (2004) · source