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lines on the record: 45
first: 2001-04-09
most recent: 2004-01-20
sittings or episodes: 7
sources: un-security-council

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“Such children should be offered new experiences that will change their identity from that of soldiers. Education and training remain fundamental to that end; they will not only help children avoid participating in conflicts, but will also build an educated society in post-conflict countries and promote their development. In conclusion, I wish to express the hope that this debate - and the forthcoming draft resolution initiated by the French delegation - will set out an important agenda and a basis for the future work of the Council and that of other United Nations bodies. They must undertake joint actions not only to curtail the abuse of children, but also to protect those who have yet to face the world from losing their childhood and their dreams before they have the opportunity to truly come to life.”
2004-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4898 (2004) · source
“Once child soldiers have been rescued from armed groups, they should not be left alone to survive in circumstances socially and economically devastated by war. Their sustainable rehabilitation will require coordinated efforts and resources from the United Nations system and the rest of the international community. We must make a better effort to assist those children who have been orphaned, made homeless, handicapped, traumatized, deprived of education or abused in countless other ways by war. It is also important to focus on children in post-conflict reconciliation programmes. There is an urgent need for the international community to support programmes - including advocacy and social services - for the demobilization and community reintegration of child soldiers.”
2004-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4898 (2004) · source
“Ukraine continues to advocate the deployment of child protection advisers in peacekeeping missions in order to effectively integrate the rights, protection and well-being of children into peacekeeping and peace-building processes. We especially appreciate the fact that child protection advisers are already being deployed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Cote d'Ivoire and Angola. In addition, the training of both military and civilian peacekeeping personnel in child protection and children's rights should be undertaken in every peacekeeping mission. When designing peacekeeping operations, the Security Council should make every effort to protect both children and their supporting environment: schools, hospitals, health centres and religious institutions.”
2004-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4898 (2004) · source
“In our opinion, it should be a network of actors, each of whom would bring the added value represented by their respective areas of jurisdiction, competence and expertise. Those actors include the Security Council, the United Nations Children's Fund, the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, United Nations peacekeeping missions and country teams and other United Nations agencies, as well as non-governmental organizations. I believe we can create a global culture that will hold anyone to account who uses or abuses children or destroys them and their innocence, as one would hold anyone to account who uses weapons of mass destruction. Peacekeeping missions have a crucial role to play in providing protection for children.”
2004-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4898 (2004) · source
“As we see from the report, the list of Governments and armed groups using children in armed conflicts has now become much longer than it was a year ago, and the assessment of progress made by those parties during the same year is very modest. Frankly speaking, I am not sure that every group named in the list has been made aware of the fact of its publication. It is incumbent upon all of us to move away from general statements to specific action and to build a system of accountability that cannot be ignored. In that regard, as Mr. Otunnu rightly pointed out, we need a systematic, integrated and concerted monitoring and reporting mechanism to provide timely and accurate information on violations of the rights of children in armed conflicts. Who should undertake this monitoring and reporting?”
2004-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4898 (2004) · source
“We emphasize the innovative contribution that resolutions 1379 (2001) and 1460 (2003) represent, particularly the publication of a list of parties to armed conflicts that recruit or use children in violation of international law. The political importance of this list is undeniable, and it should certainly be maintained. However, its true value will become apparent only when the Security Council defines the actions it needs to undertake in that respect. We support the recommendation of the Secretary-General to the Council to take concrete steps where insufficient or no progress has been made by parties in implementing resolutions 1379 (2001) and 1460 (2003).”
2004-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4898 (2004) · source
“The scope of international instruments has been strengthened and expanded. Among them is the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child on the involvement of children in armed conflict. I am pleased to inform the Council that two weeks ago the President of Ukraine submitted the Optional Protocol to the Ukrainian parliament for ratification. However, success in standard-setting must not be cause for complacency - quite the contrary. While the existing standards are high, the picture continues to be very grim when it comes to implementation on the ground. Ukraine reiterates its support for the Security Council's efforts to reinforce the protection of children.”
2004-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4898 (2004) · source
“At the outset, Madam, I would like to express appreciation for the excellent manner in which you are presiding over the work of the Security Council. Let me thank you and the delegation of Chile for convening this important meeting. We are grateful to the Secretary-General for his substantive report (S/2003/1053). Ukraine also congratulates his Special Representative on Children and Armed Conflict, Mr. Olara Otunnu, and the Executive Director of UNICEF, Ms. Carol Bellamy, on their tremendous work in the interest of children. Since the first consideration of this issue by the Security Council with the participation of Ukraine, in 1998, we have made certain progress in this field. Four Security Council resolutions formed a strong basis for advocacy on behalf of war-affected children.”
2004-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4898 (2004) · source
“The national export control system provides for effective procedures of export- import licensing. As of today, efforts are being made to improve national legislation in this field. One of the latest steps was the adoption by the Government of Ukraine of its action plan to implement the United Nations 2001 Programme of Action as well as to implement the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) Document on Small Arms and Light Weapons of 2000. In conclusion, let me assure you, Sir, that Ukraine will continue to take an active part in the international efforts towards combating illicit trafficking in small arms and light weapons and in restraining their uncontrolled proliferation. The members of the Security Council can count fully on our support concerning that issue.”
2004-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4896 (2004) · source
“In this context, we look forward to a successful future implementation of the NATO Partnership for Peace Trust Fund project to destroy 1.5 million small arms and light weapons and 133 thousand tonnes of ammunition in Ukraine. These efforts are also aimed at assisting Ukraine in coping with its significant ammunition stockpiles. Particular importance in this regard is also attached to the assistance mechanism provided in the OSCE Document on Stockpiles of Conventional Ammunition. I would like to stress that Ukraine maintains a responsible policy in the field of arms control. Ukrainian legislation envisages strict measures to prevent illegal manufacturing, possession and trafficking of all types of armaments, including small arms and light weapons.”
2004-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4896 (2004) · source
“In this connection, it will be useful to continue to focus on the financial sources used for the purchase of illegal weapons and to define the role that the relevant international organizations, business and financial institutions and other actors can play in implementing arms embargoes. Ukraine firmly adheres to the practical efforts undertaken to ensure effective implementation of the United Nations Programme of Action and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) Document on Small Arms and Light Weapons, particularly with regard to the destruction of surplus stocks of small arms and ammunition.”
2004-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4896 (2004) · source
“In this connection, in our view, the last report of the Secretary-General on small arms presents a mixed picture on the imposition of arms embargoes. The restriction on the supply of ammunition to areas of instability requires more attention by the Security Council, as does the issue of identifying links between small arms and light weapons and the illicit exploitation of natural and other resources. We support the Council's consideration of actions against States that deliberately violate arms embargoes. We believe that, at this stage, it is important to review the lessons learned, in order to ensure the efficiency of further measures that could be taken by the Security Council.”
2004-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4896 (2004) · source
“The Council has made considerable progress in this work, but I think it is fair to say we still have a long way to go in detailed monitoring and in working with business, financial institutions and other actors - internationally, regionally and at the local level - on the implementation of arms embargoes. Excessive accumulation of and illicit trafficking in small arms and light weapons continues to fuel and intensify conflicts as well as delay their resolution. The series of innovative measures taken by the Security Council to enhance compliance with arms embargoes, including through establishing independent panels of experts and monitoring mechanisms, have resulted in positive outcomes, especially in Angola and Sierra Leone. At the same time, the problem of illicit trafficking persists in other areas, such as Somalia and Afghanistan.”
2004-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4896 (2004) · source
“We fully support its recommendation concerning the development of an international instrument, open to all, which will increase the national capacity of States to identify and trace, in a timely and reliable manner, small arms and light weapons, as well as to seize those of illicit nature. Preventing, combating and eliminating the uncontrolled spread of small arms and light weapons is one of the important issues for the Security Council to look into. It is evident that promoting the conditions for long-term development and security is impossible without resolving ongoing conflicts and taking adequate measures aimed at ensuring stability in post- conflict situations.”
2004-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4896 (2004) · source
“In our view, it is essential to provide for regional coordination between national control systems and mechanisms for the prevention of small arms and light weapons trade operations. Ukraine reiterates that the responsibility for establishing controls over the trafficking in small arms and light weapons rests with the States acquiring those weapons. At the same time, those States should be encouraged to improve their abilities to curb the illicit trafficking in small arms. This might require substantial financial assistance from the international community. Ukraine welcomes the report of the United Nations Group of Governmental Experts on Tracing Small Arms and Light Weapons, presented last year in the First Committee.”
2004-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4896 (2004) · source
“We are deeply convinced that, without concerted efforts by the international community to prevent uncontrolled proliferation of these weapons, it is impossible to maintain peace and regional and global security. The Programme of Action on Small Arms, adopted by the 2001 United Nations Conference on the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects, is a significant step towards the goal of controlling this scourge but only the first step. We hope that through the follow-up process successfully started last year, it will be possible to make the implementation of the Programme of Action more efficient and to find ways to strengthen and further develop the measures contained therein.”
2004-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4896 (2004) · source
“I wish to take this opportunity to express our appreciation to the delegation of Chile and to you, personally, Sir, for holding this open debate on the issue of small arms. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General for his substantive and timely report on this matter (S/2003/1217). The illicit trafficking and accumulation of small arms remain among the greatest impediments to sustainable development, conflict prevention and resolution and post-conflict peace-building. It continues to pose a serious threat to human security and human rights. Ukraine has steadily expressed its concern about the serious humanitarian consequences of this phenomenon, which claims hundreds of thousands of innocent lives all over the world, thus highlighting the global dimension of the problem.”
2004-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4896 (2004) · source
“A stable and prosperous Balkans as an integral part of the European orchestra can be built only through the democratic means of dialogue and inter-ethnic tolerance.”
2001-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4430 (2001) · source
“What is really needed today is to focus efforts on the urgent issues on the Kosovo agenda. There is an urgent need to strengthen and further develop close and cooperative ties with the authorities of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. We also call upon the elected Kosovo leaders to pay special attention to the displaced persons and to ensure their freedom of movement and return. For centuries the history of the Kosovo and Metohija region has been one of political, military and cultural clashes, emotional turmoil and human despair. Now it fully depends on Albanians and Serbs, Bosniacs and Turks, Romas and Ashkalis, whether the lessons learned will become the treasure of the future or the burden of the past. We hope that the democratic tendencies in Kosovo will give the necessary and encouraging regional message.”
2001-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4430 (2001) · source
“Now the Kosovo leaders should assume major responsibility for the future political, economic and social life of the province, while exercising their authority in strict adherence to Security Council resolution 1244 (1999) and the Constitutional Framework for Provisional Self-Government. Undoubtedly, these elections should be considered the beginning of a difficult road that should lead to a new, democratic and multi-ethnic Kosovo. On this road, the new administration could be challenged by the dangerous temptations of political euphoria, geopolitical "creativity" and illusions, which could provoke irrelevant statements and unconsidered decisions. The major problem for Kosovo is the challenge of coexistence. My delegation believes that the political wisdom of the elected political forces will help prevent negative developments.”
2001-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4430 (2001) · source
“"We believe it will also promote a constructive dialogue between the social and political forces of the province on the basis of the preservation of the territorial integrity of Yugoslavia, in accordance with Security Council resolution 1244 (1999), which should eventually lead to the strengthening of a multi-ethnic and democratic Kosovo within the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, as well as to peace and stability in the Balkans". In addition to this, I would like to make a few points. The Kosovo-wide elections of 17 November demonstrated the growing political maturity of the population, which, in the first place, seeks the way to a normal life.”
2001-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4430 (2001) · source
“I wish to quote the statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, which conveys the essence of our reaction to the Kosovo-wide elections. "Ukraine welcomes the parliamentary elections in Kosovo, Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, held on 17 November 2001. "Ukraine highly appreciates the calm and businesslike atmosphere of the elections, as well as the participation in the voting of representatives of the national minorities of the province, which was promoted by the constructive approach of the leadership of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. "The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine expresses hope that the development of democratic institutions that will be established upon the results of the elections will pave the way for the normalization of the situation in Kosovo.”
2001-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4430 (2001) · source
“I would like to thank Assistant Secretary-General Annabi for his lucid briefing. Allow me to take this opportunity to pay tribute to the outstanding efforts of the men and women of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK), who, together with other representatives of the international community in the province, helped make the news, reported by Mr. Annabi, good and encouraging. My delegation commends the important activities of the authorities of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and KFOR, which have ensured a peaceful and secure environment. The situation in Kosovo and the results of the parliamentary elections in the region were a matter of close attention in my country.”
2001-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4430 (2001) · source
“For its part, Ukraine is determined to continue its contribution to the cause of achieving general stability in the Middle East and of bringing about a final resolution of the Palestinian question.”
2001-08-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4357 (2001) · source
“In the current circumstances on the ground, we see merit in the idea of the international monitoring mechanism to assist the parties in implementing the Mitchell Committee recommendations. In our View, it deserves further careful consideration and could contribute to the protection of civilians. Ukraine remains fully supportive of the individual and joint efforts of the co-sponsors of the Middle East peace process, as well as those of all international players involved in the process of seeking ways to forestall the ongoing regional crisis. My country welcomes the diplomatic efforts made by the European Union to that end. We are also pleased with the active role of the United Nations Secretary-General and his Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process in the current situation, and we encourage them to continue their activities.”
2001-08-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4357 (2001) · source
“It is truly regrettable that the United States-assisted ceasefire agreement has not been able to halt the daily bloodshed and shun violence. It is our firm conviction that the continuous practice of deliberate killings of pre-selected Palestinian individuals and devastating tank raids into the Palestinian-controlled territory should cease. We also believe that effective control should be exercised over the Palestinian radical elements in order to the stop the practice of suicide bombings and terrorist attacks and reduce incitements and provocations. We are also convinced that the earliest resumption of effective cooperation between the two parties in the field of security, as well as of their broad contacts at all levels in general, will substantially help in de-escalating the violence and in coming back to the final status talks.”
2001-08-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4357 (2001) · source
“We believe that the recommendations of the Mitchell Committee constitute a solid basis for finding a way out of the ongoing crisis in the Middle East and for the resumption of the Israeli-Palestinian negotiating process. The current situation requires that the Israeli and Palestinian leadership act with redoubled prudence, flexibility and realism. It is necessary for them to demonstrate the utmost restraint, political resolve and will to reach mutually acceptable and constructive decisions. The events of the most recent weeks on the ground are particularly disturbing. The situation is steadily deteriorating, characterized by the ever increasing dynamics of attacks and counter-attacks, growing extremism and hatred. It looks like the vicious circle of mutual violence and vengeance is unbreakable.”
2001-08-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4357 (2001) · source
“These statements underline in particular that the entire history of the conflict in the Middle East, as well as the current course of events in the region, proves that the problem cannot be solved by force. There can be no excuse for the excessive use of force or for acts of terrorism, irrespective of their motivations. Violence begets new violence; it brings alienation and animosity to relations between the two sides and makes the prospect for a settlement of the conflict more remote. Ukraine calls upon both sides to undertake resolute and immediate measures to achieve a ceasefire and stop bloodshed, to prevent a further escalation of violence and create the necessary favourable preconditions for returning to the negotiating table.”
2001-08-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4357 (2001) · source
“The tragic course of events in the Middle East is viewed with deep concern in Ukraine. Particularly disturbing is that the new flare-up of violence in the Palestinian territory and within Israel is resulting in numerous additional victims among the innocent civilian population, and it is increasingly aggravating the situation in the entire region. We were really shocked at the recent series of bloody acts of violence that caused new loss of lives and injuries among Palestinians and Israelis and almost shattered the slim hopes for the resumption of peace negotiations between them. My country deplores and condemns all these acts of violence and expresses condolences to the families of their innocent victims. On 2 and 9 August 2001, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine released statements in this regard.”
2001-08-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4357 (2001) · source
“It is important to enable the East Timorese to play an increasingly greater role in enforcing public safety and in the defence of East Timor's borders. It is clear that the international presence in East Timor needs to be extended after the transition to East Timorese independence. In this regard, we fully share the relevant provisions of the progress report of the Secretary-General. We need a comprehensive, realistic and lasting approach to a successor mission. A considered exit strategy that is based on the continuing needs and aspirations of the East Timorese people is also important.”
2001-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4351Resumption1 (2001) · source
“The future Government will need to build on efforts by the Bretton Woods institutions and the United Nations by creating an environment favourable to attracting long-term investments. It is important that the financial programmes and projects that are being implemented or are getting under way in East Timor be focused on the future and adapted to the conditions that will prevail after independence. We believe that an indispensable step towards independence is the establishment of an East Timorese defence force, local police and an effective system of justice. If these tasks are not accomplished, all the other efforts to move towards independence may be threatened. The United Nations civilian police should maintain a substantial strength until the East Timorese police are fully trained and deployed.”
2001-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4351Resumption1 (2001) · source
“In this connection, we welcome the signing of the pact of national unity by 14 of the 16 political parties contesting in the elections. But we are concerned that the potential for communal or inter-party violence remains within East Timor over the transitional period. Therefore, we are interested in hearing what additional steps can be taken by UNTAET and the Transitional Cabinet to prevent the possible destabilization of the situation. Establishing the economic foundation for independence on the basis of a viable private sector remains another priority for us. It is gratifying to see the revitalization of the economic life of East Timor. Revenues from the Timor Sea will give an additional significant chance for strengthening East Timor's economic independence.”
2001-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4351Resumption1 (2001) · source
“In this regard, we view positively the activities of the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET). We consider the elections for the Constituent Assembly a key issue on the political calendar for East Timor at this stage. The elections on 30 August will pave the way to independence for the people of East Timor. It is necessary to ensure the holding of democratic, transparent and orderly general legislative elections. It is also extremely important to avoid violence and confrontation within East Timorese society after the elections. It will be essential to ensure the smooth formation of the Constituent Assembly and the new Cabinet and to maintain a peaceful environment for the debate over the first constitution of East Timor and the transition to independence.”
2001-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4351Resumption1 (2001) · source
“Like previous speakers, I wish to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary General, Mr. Sergio Vieira de Mello, and the member of the Transitional Cabinet, Mr. Ramos-Horta, for their comprehensive statements containing deep analysis of the recent problems and the long-term tasks that lie before the Transitional Administration and the East Timorese on their way towards independence. The Ukrainian views are very much in consonance with what has been said around this table. I shall therefore confine myself to making a few remarks. The latest review of the situation in East Timor, including the report of the Secretary-General, enables us to draw conclusions about the progress made in the move towards independence. We are particularly pleased with the successful process of Timorization.”
2001-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4351Resumption1 (2001) · source
“My country reconfirms its full support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Macedonia and supports measures taken by the Macedonian Government in this regard. At the same time, in our View, there can be no military solution to the present crisis and we urge the parties concerned to seek the settlement of the crisis through political means.”
2001-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4350 (2001) · source
“The continuing flow of refugees from the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia poses a serious threat to the general security situation in Kosovo. We believe that the measures taken by the international community to face this challenge should be redoubled. In particular, we count on UNMIK's vision of the practical ways that can help to improve the situation. Speaking of the regional dimension of the Kosovo issue, we attach particular importance to the current situation in Macedonia. We strongly condemn the military activities of the Albanian extremist armed groups, their terrorist attacks against Macedonian soldiers and their acts of Violence against civilians, which have claimed the lives of dozens of innocent people.”
2001-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4350 (2001) · source
“Secondly, my delegation attaches particular importance to pillar I and UNMIK's efforts aimed at promoting an effective law enforcement and judicial system. We applaud UNMIK activities to reduce ethnically targeted crime and political violence and its progress in developing the Kosovo Police Service. We consider the implementation of legislation to deal with illegal border and boundary crossings, illegal weapons possession and weapons trafficking to be a step of the highest importance. That is why we would appreciate any comments on UNMIK's evaluation of the implementation process and of possible additional steps to enhance cooperation with the Yugoslav authorities in this practical field. Thirdly, I should like to touch on the humanitarian issue.”
2001-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4350 (2001) · source
“First is the issue of ensuring a safe and secure environment for the sustainable return of Kosovo Serbs to the region. My delegation welcomes and supports the recent statement of Special Representative Haekkerup on three key elements - a safe and secure environment, enhanced inter-ethnic dialogue and a substantial commitment of international resources - that should be in place to ensure successful returns. At the same time, we believe that the latest worried comments of the Serb authorities would clearly be best answered by practical results. In this context, we would be grateful for comprehensive information from UNMIK on the dynamics of returns, the time perspectives and major difficulties involved towards that objective.”
2001-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4350 (2001) · source
“I would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Guehenno for his comprehensive and informative briefing, which gives us a clear update of the developments on the ground. My delegation acknowledges the progress in the implementation of the Constitutional Framework and in the preparation of the Kosovo-wide elections. Moreover, we note the reduction of the level of tension in the province. In our View, this has been achieved by the result-oriented efforts of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK), the return of the forces of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia to the ground safety zone and the activities of the Kosovo Force. However, additional progress in this field is challenged by further critical problems that remain unresolved. Let me highlight some ofthese questions.”
2001-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4350 (2001) · source
“As far as the situation in the Republic of Macedonia is concerned, we note its gradual de- escalation and look forward to progress in the process of negotiations among all parties, including those representing the ethnic Albanians, to be launched by the Macedonian Government and hope that it will build a momentum for national consensus, which will also positively influence the development of the situation in the entire region.”
2001-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4309 (2001) · source
“In this context, we consider that the initiative of the Russian Foreign Minister, as referred to by Ambassador Lavrov in his statement earlier, on the signing by the countries of the region of a legally binding instrument on their commitment to the basic principles of international law, in particular the inviolability of the borders and territorial integrity, deserves careful study. We are encouraged by the tendency of the overall security situation in southern Serbia towards stabilization. However, the continued attacks and provocations against the Serbian police, which jeopardize the further negotiation process, are a matter of serious concern.”
2001-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4309 (2001) · source
“Special focus should be given to measures aimed at combating organized crime, illicit drugs and arms trafficking, as well as money laundering. We thank Mr. Guehenno for the comments he has just provided on practical measures to that end. We consider that these measures should be strengthened. We note that the briefing and our discussion so far have not focused only on the situation in Kosovo, but have touched on developments in the whole region. This testifies to the need for an effective regional approach of the international community to the existing problems. The specific remedies needed for Kosovo, the Republic of Macedonia and southern Serbia are different, notwithstanding the importance of general basic principles.”
2001-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4309 (2001) · source
“The idea mentioned by Mr. Guehenno of a joint committee is an interesting one and could be supported as an important confidence-building step forward. Through media reports, it has come to our notice that, at the meeting between the Yugoslav President and UNMIK's head, the prospects for signing an agreement on cooperation between Belgrade and the United Nations Mission in Kosovo were addressed. In this regard, it would be useful for Mr. Guehenno to give us some more details on this matter, in particular what subjects would be covered by the agreement. Concerning UNMIK's priority to promote an effective law enforcement and judicial system, we support the idea of concentrating the Mission's efforts in this field under a new, separate pillar.”
2001-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4309 (2001) · source
“We are encouraged by the news that the Yugoslav authorities agreed to encourage the Kosovo Serbs to participate in finalizing the legal framework for provisional self-government for the province. We believe that the full participation of Kosovo Serbs, represented and assisted by legal experts from Belgrade in the activities of the relevant working group, would facilitate the solution to the important issue of the Yugoslav authorities' engagement. It is also essential for enabling the Mission to move forward the process of preparing the Kosovo-wide elections, with a view to holding them when all necessary conditions are met. For its part, UNMIK should redouble its efforts to determine the fate of missing persons in Kosovo- almost one third of them Serbs - as well as to ensure the improvement of security conditions for Serb returnees.”
2001-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4309 (2001) · source
“I would like to join others in expressing our thanks to Under-Secretary-General Guehenno for his comprehensive and interesting briefing. I would also like to thank him for his answers to the questions that have been asked by previous speakers, which resulted in substantially shortening my remarks. The briefing proved that, over the period under review, the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) in general has continued to make progress. We support the priorities set out by its head. My delegation welcomes the meeting between Yugoslav President Kostunica and UNMIK's head, Mr. Haekkerup, recently held in Belgrade, as well as its reported results.”
2001-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4309 (2001) · source