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Kuchinsky

lines on the record: 484
first: 2001-04-05
most recent: 2006-05-30
sittings or episodes: 68
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“Let me join previous speakers in congratulating the Pakistani presidency on the convening of today's open debate on this crucial issue. We would also like to express our appreciation to the Secretary-General for opening the discussion and to Under-Secretary-General Jean-Marie Guehenno for his participation. Millions of people in many regions of the world continue to pin their hopes on United Nations peacekeeping efforts to help overcome conflicts and achieve peace. Moreover, the changing nature of conflicts has substantially broadened the scope of United Nations peacekeeping activities and has made them far more complex.”
2004-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4970Resumption1 (2004) · source
“Key requirements related to the status of ethnic minorities and the return of refugees and internally displaced persons should be fulfilled. The situation demonstrates a lack of equality in fundamental rights and freedoms and has to be radically changed. In conclusion, I want to stress that Ukraine reaffirms its commitment to promoting peace and security in Kosovo and expresses its support for the work of the international presence in the region. We look forward to further assisting UNMIK and KFOR in their efforts to implement Security Council resolution 1244 (1999).”
2004-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4967 (2004) · source
“In that context, we welcome the readiness to restore the dialogue expressed by the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Serbia and Montenegro at this meeting. For its part, Ukraine will spare no effort in providing its assistance to the settlement of the situation in Kosovo. Most recently, in response to the United Nations request, Ukraine increased its contribution to the UNMIK police with 10 investigators. They were deployed a week ago by the newly created task force aimed at bringing to justice those responsible for the crimes perpetrated during the recent riots. We believe that the region must continue to carry out significant work to meet the standards set by the international community, especially taking into account the recent developments. Acts of intimidation and violence must stop.”
2004-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4967 (2004) · source
“In addressing the Kosovo crisis, the international community, with the United Nations at the forefront, has to ensure that the process of political recovery will be fully along the lines of the framework established by resolution 1244 (1999) and the "standards before status" policy. In that regard, we strongly support the observations made in the Secretary-General's report, as well as the Security Council's position expressed in the statement of its President of 30 April 2004 (S/PRST/2004/l3). As was stated by many speakers today, the Provisional Institutions, local authorities and political leaders should bear more responsibility in the process of normalization. In our view, it is highly important to restore direct dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina.”
2004-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4967 (2004) · source
“It was also stated that Ukraine strongly hoped for the continuation of the democratic process aimed at establishing a multi-ethnic, tolerant and democratic society in a stable Kosovo. The latest report of the Secretary-General on UNMIK (S/2004/348) has demonstrated that the root causes of the widespread violence are yet to be thoroughly analysed and addressed by the international community. There is a long path ahead in reaching the standards for Kosovo. In fact, today, instead of speaking about real multi-ethnicity in the province, we have to return to the implementation of the "agenda for coexistence" put forward by the former Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Bernard Kouchner, some five years ago. That is the reality.”
2004-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4967 (2004) · source
“Ukraine strongly condemned the outburst of inter-ethnic violence in Kosovo last March, which resulted in dozens of deaths and hundreds of injuries, the demolition of property and the destruction of religious and cultural heritage and also the outrageous, inadmissible attacks on the representatives of international presence, including the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and KFOR. In the statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, my Government expressed its absolute rejection of any manifestations of violence based on political, ethnic or other forms of extremism as an unacceptable way of resolving the existing problems in Kosovo.”
2004-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4967 (2004) · source
“On behalf of my delegation, I wish to thank you, Mr. President, for holding this important meeting today. I avail myself of this opportunity to wish the Pakistani delegation and you personally every success in fulfilling the highly responsible duties of the Security Council presidency. My gratitude goes to the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Harri Holkeri, for his update on the current situation in Kosovo. I am also pleased to see at the Council table the Foreign Minister of Serbia and Montenegro, Mr. Vuk Draskovic, whose remarks made an important contribution to the comprehensive analysis of the current situation on the ground.”
2004-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4967 (2004) · source
“Ukraine will continue to pay paramount attention to the enhancement of its national system of combating money-laundering and terrorism financing. In conclusion, I would like to express the hope that the Council will take all appropriate measures referred to in the report of the Committee's Chairman for the benefit of our common cause.”
2004-03-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4921 (2004) · source
“In this regard, the more stringent requirements of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund represent a strong contribution to the consolidation of global efforts to prevent and rebuff that extremely dangerous phenomenon. We hope that the cooperation of the Committee with those institutions will be further facilitated. Let me also reiterate that the Government of Ukraine fully supports the international measures in this sphere, demonstrating its openness and readiness for cooperation. Last Friday, FATF announced at its plenary meeting that, due to the efforts made by the Government of Ukraine, it has removed my country from its list of non-cooperative countries and territories.”
2004-03-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4921 (2004) · source
“We welcome the CTC's endeavours to facilitate the dialogue and the exchange of information between such organizations. I refer here specifically to the Committee's special meeting last March in New York with representatives of regional organizations and the follow-up meeting at the headquarters of the Organization of American States, in which GUUAM participated and played an active part. A regular exchange of opinions and information between representatives of regional bodies will definitely benefit the global anti-terrorist struggle. Thirdly, the issue of combating the legalization of proceeds from crime, which constitutes one of the major sources of terrorism financing, has become especially vital.”
2004-03-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4921 (2004) · source
“We would be grateful if that request were granted and are waiting for specific proposals in that regard. In addition, I would like to draw the Council's attention to the possibility of using the Chernobyl exclusion zone and abandoned settlements within its territory for working out practical measures on the prevention of acts of nuclear terrorism, as well as for the training of appropriate personnel. Ukraine is ready to consider all proposals from interested parties. Secondly, Ukraine, as a member of the regional organization comprising Georgia, Ukraine, the Republic of Uzbekistan, the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Republic of Moldova (GUUAM), attaches great importance to cooperation between the Counter- Terrorism Committee and regional and subregional organizations.”
2004-03-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4921 (2004) · source
“The zone, surrounding the Chernobyl nuclear power plant - the site of the world's largest nuclear catastrophe - comprises 76 abandoned settlements, including the towns of Prypyat and Chernobyl, as well as 800 sites Where nuclear waste and contaminated materials have been dumped. There still exists a great risk of unauthorized penetration into the zone and removal of the contaminated substances, which, inter alia, could be used by potential terrorists for their own purposes. To secure the exclusion zone and to ensure that such radioactive materials are kept out of reach of unauthorized persons, the Government of Ukraine has been working on numerous projects. In this regard, an appropriate request was transmitted to the CTC for its advice and support.”
2004-03-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4921 (2004) · source
“We share the view that the CTC's supporting staff of experts and secretariat should be reorganized within the existing United Nations structure in order to enhance the Council's ability to monitor and encourage implementation of resolution 1373 (2001). The establishment of the Committee's Executive Directorate will, in our view, facilitate the work of the Committee and increase its expert potential in all relevant fields. We think that technical assistance should be facilitated for those countries that require it. Furthermore, the Committee should extend the technical assistance to cover various activities related to counter-terrorism. In that regard, I would like to refer specifically to the problem of the Chernobyl exclusion zone in Ukraine.”
2004-03-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4921 (2004) · source
“We are pleased, therefore, that the Committee has continued to work actively to implement Security Council resolution 1373 (2001). We are grateful to Ambassador Arias and to the team of experts of the Secretariat for their outstanding work. The CTC has already done an enormous job. Furthermore, as was mentioned earlier, it has evolved to assume a more proactive role in the dialog with Member States, in facilitating technical assistance to Member States and in promoting closer cooperation and coordination with international, regional and subregional organizations. We note with appreciation the efforts of the Chairman of the Committee and its members to elaborate practical measures to give the CTC proper means to fulfil its tasks.”
2004-03-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4921 (2004) · source
“Terrorism remains a major threat to international peace and security. The latest outbreaks of terror in Baghdad, Karbala and the Pakistani city of Quetta killed scores of innocent people as tens of thousands of Shi'ite pilgrims from the Muslim world gathered for Ashura, the holiest day in the Shi'ite religious calendar. These and other terrorist acts have reminded us once again that the problem of terrorism requires sustained, long-term global action. We therefore share the view expressed by many delegations today that the Security Council, through its Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC), should continue to play a leading role in promoting cooperation in the fight against this scourge. The Council has created the necessary framework for a global response to international terrorism, and it has to be maintained and reinforced.”
2004-03-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4921 (2004) · source
“Being on the front line of conflict, they report independently on the developments on the ground, often making the ultimate sacrifice so that the world can be fully informed on the realities of the situation. However, despite the fact that journalists should be protected under the Additional Protocols to the 1949 Geneva Convention, they continue to be exposed to attacks, killings, torture and kidnapping. An estimated half thousand journalists have been killed worldwide during the last decade alone. In many cases, they were victims of deliberate attacks by parties to conflict. I believe that the issue of protection ofjournalists is our common concern and should therefore be reflected in the road map.”
2003-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4877 (2003) · source
“Humanitarian workers became deliberate targets for political or tactical purposes, thus marking a disturbing trend of blatant disregard for humanitarian principles. Those unlawful acts ultimately aggravate the suffering of the civilian population. Therefore, we welcome the adoption by the Council of resolution 1502 (2003), which represents its initial response to this problem, providing elements for an effective protection mechanism. Finally, I would like to raise another issue: the issue of the protection ofjournalists, who, along with the civilian population and humanitarian and United Nations personnel, become targets in armed conflicts.”
2003-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4877 (2003) · source
“In this regard, we commend the fruitful discussion at the high- level meeting of the Security Council last September on justice and the rule of law, and we hope that such meetings will become regular in the future. I would like to reiterate that, in such situations of transition, it is crucial that law and order, including the functioning of police, courts and prisons, be re-established quickly, as a measure of utmost priority. The fourth issue of importance to my delegation is safeguarding the security of humanitarian personnel. It remains a key challenge for the United Nations and its humanitarian partners. Recent months have witnessed ongoing threats and horrific attacks against humanitarian personnel.”
2003-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4877 (2003) · source
“Individuals should be protected from crimes against humanity, which occur most often in times of armed conflict. This year the International Criminal Court (ICC) became in reality a major building block of the system of international security aimed at effectively preventing and punishing various violations of humanitarian law such as genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes and the crime of aggression. We must give a fair chance to the ICC to reach its potential in countering impunity of persons responsible for committing such crimes. Situations of armed conflict are invariably accompanied by a general breakdown in security and law and order. The quick restoration of those spheres is the foremost concern in most conflict situations.”
2003-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4877 (2003) · source
“We consider that the cooperation between the Security Council and the Economic and Social Council on those issues should be further strengthened. We believe that the Economic and Social Council has an important role to play in areas that lay at the heart of peace-building. Its enhanced cooperation with the Bretton Woods institutions, as well as its capacity to engage other stakeholders, such as non-governmental organizations and the private sector, provides great potential for mobilizing key players. We also believe that the humanitarian dimension of conflict requires coordinated action between the Council, the General Assembly, the Economic and Social Council, the Secretariat, relevant United Nations bodies, regional and subregional organizations and international financial institutions, as well as Member States.”
2003-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4877 (2003) · source
“The aide-memoire adopted by the Security Council has become a practical tool that provides a basis for improved analysis and diagnosis of key civilian protection issues that arise out of conflict. Therefore, we cannot but welcome the new improved aide-memoire presented today. We hope that it will further facilitate full realization of the United Nations potential in the protection of civilians around the world. We also note with satisfaction the updated road map presented today by Mr. Egeland. I would like to touch upon some, in our view, crucially important issues on the protection of civilians. First is humanitarian access to vulnerable populations. Humanitarian assistance does much to improve the protection of civilian populations and prospects for a successful transition to reconciliation.”
2003-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4877 (2003) · source
“Jan Egeland for his first and very comprehensive briefing to the Security Council as Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator. The urgency and importance of today's debate are underlined by the persistent violent and volatile environments in which civilians find themselves, in particular, as was outlined in Mr. Egeland's presentation, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Iraq, Afghanistan, the Middle East and in West Africa and Central Africa. Over the past several years, we have witnessed certain progress in the consideration of the issue of the protection of civilians in armed conflicts. Nevertheless, there is still a lack of political will and of willingness of parties to conflict to implement all relevant international instruments.”
2003-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4877 (2003) · source
“First of all, let me express our condolences to the Russian delegation with regard to the hideous terrorist act that took place today in the centre of Moscow. Ukraine has always strongly condemned terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. I would like to join my colleagues in warmly congratulating you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Council for this month. I wish also to extend our gratitude to your predecessor, His Excellency Mr. Gaspar Martins, and his team for their excellent performance last month. Ukraine highly commends the initiative of Bulgaria to hold this important debate on how to improve the protection of war-affected civilians. I would like to thank Mr.”
2003-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4877 (2003) · source
“The latest assessment of the situation of ethnic minorities in Kosovo, made by the mission of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, indicates that "the changes noted are not yet fundamental enough to conclude that conditions would exist for large-scale return of ethnic minorities in the near future". However, we believe that the concerted efforts of the international presence, in close cooperation with Belgrade and Pristina, will provide yet more impetus to push the process forward. Being an active contributor to a Kosovo settlement, Ukraine reaffirms its commitment to promoting peace and security in the province and to ensuring its further stabilization, inter-ethnic reconciliation and recovery.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“In this regard, UNMIK has to retain its ability to effectively oversee the work of the Provisional Institutions in process and after the transfer, while maintaining full responsibility for reserved areas. Much remains to be done to provide Kosovo with effective and sustainable judicial institutions and law enforcement structures. My delegation also believes that additional efforts should be made to fight terrorism and organized crime. We also look forward to improving the current situation in the field of sustainable returns and minority rights.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“Therefore let me join previous speakers who called upon all parties on both sides to participate fully and without preconditions in the technical consultations as they move into expert-level working groups. Kosovo Provisional Institutions of Self-Government should realize that participation in such dialogue is their obligation. Political stability in Kosovo requires democratic, stable and functioning local institutions. Thus, it is important to ensure that the transfer by UNMIK of non-reserved responsibilities listed in chapter 5 of the Constitutional Framework is conducted in an effective, gradual and controlled manner and that the Kosovo Provisional Institutions continue to adopt policies and legislation which address the concrete and urgent needs of the local population.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“The confidence-building measures in the region require proactive involvement from all possible actors, including the Provisional Institutions of Self- Government, local communities, the federal authorities of Serbia and Montenegro, UNMIK and the international and regional organizations and donors. Against this background, my delegation welcomes the opening of a direct dialogue on practical issues of mutual interest between Belgrade and Pristina on 14 October in Vienna as an essential step towards normalization of their relations and the furthering of the region's advance to European integration. The role of UNMIK in facilitating and launching this dialogue is fully commendable. However, we cannot but express disappointment that some interlocutors did not attend the meeting in Vienna, despite the Thessaloniki commitment.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“Holkeri, aimed at implementing the benchmarks, improving the rule of law and security conditions, furthering returns and minority rights and promoting economic development. We regret that the initial period of Mr. Holkeri's activities has been marred by a number of violent attacks directed against members of the Kosovo Serb community and United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) law enforcement personnel. Ukraine deplores and condemns the acts of terrorism that have taken place in the last few months in the province and underlines that all such outbursts of hatred merely undermine the stabilization processes there. The major challenge faced by Kosovar society is the lack of domestic inter-ethnic dialogue as a prerequisite for stability and civil reforms.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“To avoid being trapped between these two controversial approaches, in assessing the general situation in Kosovo we think we should acknowledge that, for all its real and perceived failures, the international presence has achieved important results in laying a foundation for democratic transformations in the region. However, the situation will remain fragile and shaky unless the temptation to engage in internal political manoeuvres in Kosovo is replaced by a strong will and a strategic vision for a multi-ethnic society in which all its people can live in security and in dignity. The international community's strategy of "standards before status", as was said by many representatives, provides the necessary framework for the practical and result-oriented work towards this goal. We fully support the efforts of the Special Representative, Mr.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“Four years after the adoption of Security Council resolution 1244 (1999), the Kosovo case still reminds us that peace, in its broader sense, is not just an absence of war, but rather a state of mind, a disposition for benevolence, confidence and justice. Though the report of the Secretary-General (S/2003/996) of 15 October 2003 reflects many promising developments on the ground, I trust we all agree that the current period is one of the most sensitive and decisive for international efforts in the province. An optimist sees an opportunity in every calamity; however, a pessimist finds a calamity at every opportunity.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“As we are nearing the end of the month of October, which has been filled with many challenging events, I would like to congratulate you and your team on the forthcoming successful conclusion of your presidency of the Security Council. The decision to hold today's open debate is yet another example of the Council's active involvement in Kosovo activities. It gives me special pleasure to welcome here the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Harri Holkeri. A skilful master of political dialogue and compromise, Mr. Holkeri inherited the difficult task of facilitating political stabilization and multi- ethnic reconciliation in Kosovo. On behalf of the Ukrainian Government, I wish him every success in leading these processes to fruition.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“Eight female officers from my country already number among civilian police and military personnel, and we want that figure to increase. We believe the Security Council has a special responsibility to support women's participation in peace processes by ensuring respective gender balance in United Nations peacekeeping missions. Finally, let me remind members of one of the greatest time-honoured customs of the peoples of the Caucasus. A woman could stop bloodshed just by throwing her scarf between the combatants. It is a centuries-old practice, but should we not sometimes heed the wisdom of our ancestors?”
2003-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4852Resumption1 (2003) · source
“The work they do is still largely invisible to the eyes of the world's media and policy makers. Scepticism about women's contributions continue to hamper policy and programmatic developments aimed at supporting and enhancing women's participation. Perhaps as a result of this scepticism, today only one woman leads a United Nations peace mission. Our delegation supports the appeals of the Secretary-General and the Special Adviser on Gender Issues to Member States to act in proactive manner by identifying women to serve in senior decision-making positions and to increase their recruitment to military observer teams, peacekeeping contingents and civilian police units. A broad database of experienced women in peacekeeping and other relevant disciplines should be created.”
2003-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4852Resumption1 (2003) · source
“In this context, I would like to draw attention to the initiatives of the Cooperation Forum of the Women of the GUAAM. countries- Azerbaijan, Georgia, Moldova, Ukraine and Uzbekistan. The resolution adopted at the second meeting of that body, which took place in Kiev last year, contained a provision aimed at the creation of an international peace movement, entitled "Women against violence, conflicts and wars". The Forum also called upon the Secretary-General to use all of his power and authority to intensify efforts aimed at resolving existing armed conflicts and preventing the emergence of new ones. In spite of the increasing information and knowledge surrounding women's experience of conflict, relatively little systematic documentation on their peace-building efforts is available.”
2003-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4852Resumption1 (2003) · source
“From grass-roots activism to international networks and campaigns, women's organizations have brought new energy and focus to peace-building. Despite the obstacles and difficulties they face, many have had a positive impact on local and national peace processes. This can be noted in Liberia, Burundi and South Africa, as well as in the Middle East, the Balkans and South-East Asia, where, in their struggle for peace, women's networks bridge the dividing lanes of conflict, despite threats and abuse. The contributions made by the informal peace initiatives of local women's groups and networks should be recognized and supported by the world community. Regional organizations also play an important role in protecting women and supporting their role in peace-building.”
2003-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4852Resumption1 (2003) · source
“With regard to sexual violence, we should not forget one of its worst possible consequences - the risk of the transmission of HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases. In our opinion, measures regarding an HIV/AIDS response should be better reflected in United Nations peacekeeping operations. Ukraine has already incorporated HIV/AIDS awareness training into the national training programmes for military personnel in preparation for deployment. Although they are often victims of armed conflict, women cannot be considered merely as passive recipients who are incapable of taking charge of their own destiny. The international community should use the potential of women as agents of preventive diplomacy, peacekeeping and peace- building. Recent years have witnessed the flowering and growth of a vibrant women's peace movement.”
2003-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4852Resumption1 (2003) · source
“That is why we think that all humanitarian responses in conflict situations must include systematic reporting on sexual violence, emphasize the special reproductive health needs of women and girls and reflect a strengthened policy guidance on responses to gender-based violence and sexual exploitation. It is important that the Rome Statute reflect ground-breaking developments in the criminalization of sexual and gender violence and the establishment of structures to ensure the effective investigation and prosecution of such crimes by the International Criminal Court. As such, the Rome Statute is the first treaty to recognize certain acts of sexual and gender violence as being among the most serious crimes under international law.”
2003-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4852Resumption1 (2003) · source
“In order to effectively respond to the needs and priorities of women and girls during armed conflict, in our View gender perspectives must be systematically integrated into all peace-building, peacekeeping and peacemaking efforts, as well as humanitarian operations and reconstruction processes. Unfortunately, in today's conflicts, women and girls are increasingly targeted directly, and are threatened by rape, domestic violence, sexual exploitation, trafficking, sexual humiliation and mutilation. They are at heightened risk in all settings, whether at home, in flight or in camps for displaced persons.”
2003-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4852Resumption1 (2003) · source
“Jean-Marie Guehenno, for their activities in promoting the coordination of efforts to implement resolution 1325 (2000). Despite the progress made, however, issues of gender representation and gender perspectives have still not been systematically incorporated into all United Nations activities on peace and security. During the past three years, the Security Council has increasingly focused its attention on the situation of women and girls in armed conflict. However, these issues have often been discussed as a separate item, rather than integrated into wider deliberations by the Council.”
2003-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4852Resumption1 (2003) · source
“First of all, let me thank you, Mr. President, for having organized this important open meeting marking the third anniversary of the historic resolution on women, peace and security, adopted during the Namibian presidency of the Council, with the participation of Ukraine, which was then a Council member. As has been mentioned, that document strengthened specifically the political legitimacy of women's struggle for a seat at the negotiating table, and provided a framework within which women's protection and their role in peace- building can be addressed. I would like to express our appreciation to the Assistant Secretary-General and Special Adviser on Gender Issues and Advancement of Women, Ms. Angela King, and all members of the Inter-Agency Task Force on Women, Peace and Security, as well as to the Under-Secretary-General, Mr.”
2003-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4852Resumption1 (2003) · source
“In addition, my country continues to work closely with the World Customs Organization to improve the security of container shipments. In conclusion, I should like to stress the need to further strengthen the role of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999) as a powerful instrument in developing international cooperation to combat threats originating from Al Qaeda and the Taliban.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“It is essential, in our view, that the travel ban - considered by the Monitoring Group to be a political statement - become an effective instrument. In our opinion, the list should be updated with better identification, and the information it contains should be corroborated. The increased activity of the remnants of the Taliban regime in Afghanistan shows that the attackers have unhampered access to small arms and light weapons and to explosives and that they enjoy significant freedom of movement. Those trends are worrisome indeed. We support the relevant recommendations of the Monitoring Group on how to tackle that problem. As far as Ukraine is concerned, we have established comprehensive national export control procedures that require end-user certificates for all weaponry, explosives and military equipment exported from Ukraine.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“My country signed and ratified the International Convention for the Suppression of the Financing of Terrorism and all other anti-terrorist treaties of a universal character. Ukraine shares the View expressed by many States that there are some difficulties in tracking down bank accounts and other financial and economic assets of designated individuals and entities because of a lack of sufficient and accurate information. In that regard, it is important that greater efforts be made to share information and to identify contributors to the Al Qaeda and Taliban networks. We should recognize the reduced effectiveness and limited nature of the existing list of known Al Qaeda operatives and others associated with Al Qaeda and the Taliban.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“Substantial funds are still available for the recruitment and training of new terrorists from the illicit drug trade, uncontrolled charities and donors. We are therefore convinced that the main efforts in the struggle against the Al Qaeda and Taliban networks should be concentrated in the financial sphere. That requires increased political and economic pressure, international cooperation and coordination and the provision of substantial additional technical assistance and financial aid to States. Ukraine undertook a set of administrative and legislative measures authorizing appropriate actions against persons or entities designated by the Committee of the Security Council established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999).”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“Ukraine is deeply concerned about the outbreak of hostilities in some provinces and the recent attacks against the International Security Assistance Force. Ukraine strongly condemns all acts of violence and intimidation. We consider the latest report of the Monitoring Group, which is chaired by Mr. Michael Chandler, as the most comprehensive and substantive study of the issue of sanctions against Al Qaeda and the Taliban. I would like to reiterate the full readiness of my Government to extend to the members of the Monitoring Group all possible support and assistance in their complicated task. We share most of the Views and assessments of the report, in particular the major one: that Al Qaeda and its associated groups continue to pose a significant threat to international peace and security.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“Most notably, President Karzai of Afghanistan has taken resolute steps towards establishing and affirming the Government's authority in the country's provinces. I want to take this opportunity to express our full support for the endeavours of the Afghan Transitional Administration in that field. I would also like to inform the Security Council that a Government delegation from Ukraine visited Kabul on 4 July to discuss with President Karzai and other high officials the problems of security and reconstruction. Despite the efforts made to stabilize the security environment in Afghanistan, the current situation remains a serious impediment to progress that poses a major risk to the constitutional process, which is developing positively.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“Let me express my delegation's appreciation to you, Madame President, for having organized this public debate. We recently discussed the problem of the illicit trafficking in drugs in Afghanistan, which continues to pose a threat to the immediate and long-term stability of the country and the region. Today, my delegation would like to share with the members of the Security Council our views on the recent developments in Afghanistan and on the latest report of the Monitoring Group established pursuant to Security Council resolution 1363 (2001). However, I would first like to thank Ambassador Mufioz of Chile, the Chairman of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999), for his very informative and lucid briefing. Encouraging progress has been made in recent months.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“Let me stress that winning the fight against terrorism will involve a long-term commitment. In that regard, I would like to pay tribute to you, Mr. President, as the Chairman of the CTC, as well as to the members of the Committee, for your tireless efforts and commendable achievements. The work of the CTC represents a great contribution to our common efforts.”
2003-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4792 (2003) · source
“Most recently, in March, the Verkhovna Rada, the Ukrainian parliament, adopted a law on combating terrorism. As a party to all 12 anti-terrorist international instruments of universal character, Ukraine is also strengthening cooperation to combat terrorism at the regional level. In October 2002, Ukraine's Cabinet of Ministers approved an agreement on cooperation between the GUUAM. Participating States - Azerbaijan, Georgia, Republic of Moldova, Uzbekistan and Ukraine - taking part in the fight against terrorism, organized crime and other dangerous types of crimes. Firm positions on the issues of combating terrorism and other challenges to international security were reiterated by the Participating States at the recent GUUAM. summit, in July at Yalta, Ukraine.”
2003-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4792 (2003) · source
“At the same time, as is clearly shown in the report of the Monitoring Group established pursuant to Security Council resolution 1363 (2001), "al-Qa'idah, the Taliban and their associated terrorist groups are still able to acquire adequate quantities of weapons and explosives where and when they need them." (S/2003/669, para. 89) The international community should therefore be more active in preventing the transfer of those weapons to criminals and terrorists and to ensure that they are not diverted to illicit commerce. Ukraine has consistently supported the concerted efforts by the United Nations to eradicate the scourge of terrorism. My country has established a comprehensive national system to combat money laundering and the financing of terrorism.”
2003-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4792 (2003) · source