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Lajous

lines on the record: 60
first: 2001-08-21
most recent: 2002-09-05
sittings or episodes: 12
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“The international community must make an effort to improve the administration of justice in the province without yielding to the temptation of employing a larger number of international judges. All Kosovars and the international community are responsible for the future of the province. Many international and civil society organizations daily express their support for Kosovo, but that same international community wants to see greater inter- ethnic tolerance, stronger consolidation of democracy, and the establishment of the rule of law, under which human rights would be fully respected.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“My delegation feels that unfortunate statements and acts of intolerance foment irrational and irreconcilable divisions among the citizens of the province. This is not the time to foment divisiveness. To the contrary, in a few weeks municipal elections will take place in Kosovo, and Kosovars will have another opportunity to express their democratic will in a peaceful way. Democracy and the rule of law are the two concepts which in political practice complement and support each other. With regard to the rule of law, much remains to be done in Kosovo, especially as regards the administration of justice. Many of the problems faced by Kosovo could be overcome with the support of a trustworthy judicial system.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“However, recent developments relating to the arrest of persons of Albania and Serb origin prompt us to think that despite the efforts of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and of the international community, we are still far from the day when Kosovars, without distinction, will have full confidence in their institutions. In particular, we regretted the reaction of the Provisional Government, which questioned the legitimacy of these acts. In reiterating its support for UNMIK and the Kosovo Force (KFOR), Mexico expresses its conviction that all persons who by virtue of their acts must appear before the courts should do so without distinctions, and with legal guarantees.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“My delegation supports the concept of a Kosovo without ethnic divisions. However, acts of aggression among groups have not cease. Refugees of Serb origin who have decided to return to their homes face an adverse social environment, as demonstrated by the case of Stupelj. It is good to know that in the first half of this year, approximately 1,000 refugees returned to Kosovo. However, the total number of returnees has not reached 4,500 since 2000. Therefore we express the hope that the sustainable return programme will bring about better conditions for refugees returning to their homes in future years, and thus increase their number. Mexico considers that the rule of law must be established in Kosovo, guaranteeing full respect for human rights.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“Ms. Lajous (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): It is an honour for us to have you, Sir, the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria, present and presiding over this meeting. Your presence emphasizes the importance that your country attaches to its participation in the Security Council. I also wish to thank Mr. Annabi, Assistant Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, for the information he has provided on the activities of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). The province of Kosovo continues to pose a challenge to the international community, despite the enormous political and economic capital invested there. To speak of Kosovo is to speak of a project for peace that has at times been thwarted by events that recall the conflict from which it emerged.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“Obviously, the attitude of donors is essential to doing all this. My delegation would like to appeal to those who have been making considerable contributions to Kosovo's economic recovery not to overlook that aspect.”
2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source
“Steiner said about the importance of ensuring the flow of financial resources to Kosovo. Undoubtedly, the most important point in ensuring the flow of those financial resources is the full operation of the rule of law - and full compliance with the laws - in Kosovo. Nevertheless, we believe that, in addition to achieving that goal, it is also necessary to promote the integration of Kosovo's economy into the European and international economies. In this connection, I would like to know whether any specific attempts have been made, similar to those that have been successfully employed elsewhere in the world, to promote microcredit programmes to ensure that refugees returning to their communities have an opportunity to begin economic activities, thereby directly promoting the well-being of communities.”
2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source
“We hope that those conditions will continue and improve, and that UNMIK will do its utmost to ensure that the principles for the sustainable return of refugees and of displaced persons can be carried out in practice. The objectives and difficulties that UNMIK faces are many, and I wish to join the delegations that have taken the floor before me in pointing out some of my delegation's concerns. First, concerning the previous reference to the Mitrovica situation, we believe that cooperation among the authorities of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia is fundamental in order to resolve the problem of parallel structures. Secondly, we should like to mention our concern at the reduction in UNMIK's budget, which could negatively affect the fulfilment of its tasks. Finally, I should like to refer to what Mr.”
2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source
“We welcome the measures that UNMIK has adopted, in cooperation with the authorities of the Republics of Serbia and Montenegro, to ensure that those outside Kosovo can vote by mail. As has been said, the return of refugees and of displaced persons to their communities of origin is a basic condition to achieve reconciliation in Kosovo and the final objective of a multi-ethnic Kosovo. That is why, in my previous statement, I emphasized the importance that Mexico attaches to the document of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK), in which the principles for sustainable return are established. We are pleased to note that, for the first time since UNMIK's arrival in Kosovo, there is an environment that favours inter- ethnic dialogue and the possibility of return.”
2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source
“In that connection, we should like to stress something that we have emphasized in the past: the importance that Mexico attaches to the definitive formation of a multi-ethnic Government in Kosovo and the prospects for the electoral processes that will take place on 26 October. In that context, it is encouraging to see the broad interest of non-governmental organizations and political entities - including some that represent the Serbian population - in participating as observers of the electoral process. Mexico considers it fundamental that the members of the Serbian community and of other minorities - including refugees and internally displaced persons - participate in the electoral process.”
2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source
“Covic' to know that this is a matter of great interest and relevance to our country, where we have recently made important progress with regard to respect for autonomous indigenous peoples. We believe, as he said this morning, in the importance of the democratic process, respect for the mandate of majorities, and respect for the rights of minorities. At the same time, we have noted with satisfaction that, during the time period covered by the report, important advances have been made in Kosovo's situation, mainly as a result of the work of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK).”
2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source
“Ms. Lajous (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): First of all, my delegation would like to thank Mr. Michael Steiner for his very comprehensive briefing today, which complements the periodic report of the Secretary-General (S/2002/779). I should also like to express our appreciation for this morning's statement by Deputy Prime Minister Covic', who provided a distinct but complementary View of the objectives for the future. We have also viewed with great interest the document associated with Mr. Covie's statement, on the decentralization strategy in Kosovo and Metohija and on the strengthening of national, local and community Governments. We shall study it very carefully, and we should like Mr.”
2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source
“Not only does the Inter-American Convention against Terrorism strengthen hemisphere-wide cooperation; it also supports international efforts in this sphere. In this new phase of its work, the Committee must continue to comply with its mandate to promote international cooperation to combat international terrorism. Furthermore, we feel that the Committee should assist in identifying additional measures that should be adopted by the international community to combat terrorism, without losing sight of the fact that any measure adopted to combat terrorism should, in addition to criminal focus, have a preventive dimension. The new instruments to be adopted should put greater emphasis on prevention and also be aimed at strengthening the capacity of States to implement the necessary measures.”
2002-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4561 (2002) · source
“To the extent allowed by their mandates, regional organizations have been developing an array of activities in order to strengthen the fight against international terrorism. The activities carried out by the Organization of American States (OAS) have been particularly fruitful. One of the major achievements in our hemisphere has been the conclusion, under the presidency of Mexico, of the Inter-American Convention against Terrorism. This instrument, which complements the international legal framework in combating this scourge, was adopted and opened for signature in Barbados at the thirty-second General Assembly of the OAS on 3 June. I am pleased to report that 30 of the 34 member States of the organization, Mexico included, have signed this new instrument.”
2002-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4561 (2002) · source
“We would like to thank the Government of Norway for the support and cooperation it is providing to various regional organizations in Africa to ensure full compliance with the resolution. Another aspect of particular importance to Mexico is the dialogue established between the Committee and the various regional and subregional organizations. We believe it is necessary and appropriate to strengthen cooperation between the Counter-Terrorism Committee and regional organizations on the basis of dialogue, exchange of information and respect for their respective spheres of competence in order to broaden the possibilities for support required by States to implement resolution 1373 (2001).”
2002-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4561 (2002) · source
“It is becoming increasingly clear that greater cooperation between countries is required in order to combat terrorism effectively. The dimension of this challenge has a number of aspects that need to be considered. One of them is the close relationship of assistance with compliance with paragraph 6 of resolution 1373 (2001). The Committee has succeeded in getting the great majority of Member States to comply by submitting reports. As for the States that have not yet done so, the Committee could cooperate with them through a dialogue aimed at support, which the Committee experts themselves could provide, in order to find the most viable means for each country that has not yet done so to comply with resolution 1373 (2001).”
2002-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4561 (2002) · source
“We also congratulate the experts on their effective work in their respective areas. The Secretariat too has contributed to the functioning of the Committee. During the debate last April, my delegation stated that five premises should guide the Committee and the United Nations in its work in combating terrorism. Now that we are on the eve of the second phase, we reaffirm that these premises remain valid. My country believes it is essential for the Committee to work through transparency and cooperation. We insist that one central element in combating terrorism is respect for human rights, as well as observance of international law, the Charter of the United Nations in particular. Perhaps the greatest challenge now facing the Committee is technical and financial assistance for full implementation of resolution 1373 (2001).”
2002-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4561 (2002) · source
“As has been stated on other occasions, there is no doubt that one of its specific contributions is that it has encouraged States to conduct an in-depth analysis of their legal and institutional pillars in order to effectively combat terrorism. Another positive element stemming from the submission of national reports has been the broad dissemination of resolution 1373 (2001) within States through inter-institutional cooperation in the drafting of every report. Recognition for these achievements must be directed also to the creativity of the Committee Chairman, Ambassador Jeremy Greenstock, and to the staff members who assist him in the United Kingdom Mission. Mexico also expresses its gratitude to the Vice-Chairmen of the Committee for efficient presiding over the subcommittees.”
2002-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4561 (2002) · source
“Ms. Lajous (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): My delegation wishes to align itself with the statement that will be made by the representative of Costa Rica on behalf of the Rio Group. I wish also to refer to some matters of particular interest to my country related to the fight against terrorism, and particularly regarding the role of the Committee established by Security Council resolution 1373 (2001). The creation of the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC) has given vigorous and unprecedented impetus to the efforts of the international community and the United Nations in combating terrorism. Although it is too early to reach conclusions based on preliminary results, we can say today that the Committee has breathed life and dynamism into its mandate, in accordance with resolution 1373 (2001).”
2002-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4561 (2002) · source
“We call upon UNMIK and the Government to find a solution. Finally, my delegation places enormous importance on the municipal elections to be held in October this year. It is essential that those elections have the greatest possible number of voters participating, in particular minorities. We have the recent precedent of the November 2001 elections, in which the Serb minority decided to participate, thus showing their confidence in the possibility of a multi- ethnic society. We therefore appeal for this pattern of behaviour to continue. Broad electoral participation will generate confidence among all groups in a State based on the rule of law in Kosovo, which is a prerequisite for democratic multi-ethnic coexistence.”
2002-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4559 (2002) · source
“Some of them traditionally have been marginalized, and their rights must be respected irrespective of their degree of presence in the Kosovo Assembly and the provisional institutions of self-government. Regarding the security situation in Kosovo, my delegation read with interest the monthly United Nations report on the Kosovo Force (KFOR) operations, on the period from 1 to 30 April. We learned from this document that the security situation for that period remained tranquil and stable, with the exception of isolated cases and disturbances that took place in Mitrovica on 7 April. The prevailing situation in Mitrovica is an obstacle to reconciliation and an example of division and daily ethnic tension for the rest of the province, which must be resolved with the political will to put an end to this situation by peaceful means.”
2002-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4559 (2002) · source
“Similarly, we see as a positive sign the appointment of a new Senior Adviser on Returnees in the Office of Returns and Communities of UNMIK, who is to apply the principle of the right of sustainable return. The fact that both of those posts are now occupied by representatives of the Serb minority is a positive fact - a confirmation to that population that it is part of Kosovo. Whoever holds public office in the future must not forget that the majority ethnic group and the major minority are not the only inhabitants of Kosovo, and that they have not been the only victims of the recent conflict and ethnic reprisals to which the conflict led. There are other minorities.”
2002-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4559 (2002) · source
“It is significant that upon assuming their functions, the Prime Minister, other ministers and the Inter-Ministerial Coordinator on the return of refugees and displaced persons have committed themselves to work in the interests of all inhabitants of Kosovo, without discrimination. We also welcome the measures adopted by UNMIK to encourage the return of refugees and displaced persons to their communities of origin in conditions that will genuinely enable those people to be reintegrated. I am referring specifically to the Mission document in which the principle of the right to sustainable return for those people is outlined. I would also refer to the creation in the Kosovo Government of the post of Inter-Ministerial Coordinator on the return of refugees and displaced persons, with ministerial rank.”
2002-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4559 (2002) · source
“Ms. Lajous (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): I should first like to thank Under-Secretary-General Jean-Marie Guehenno for his briefing on the situation in Kosovo and on the progress achieved by the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). My delegation has taken note with satisfaction of the completion of the Cabinet of the provisional institutions of self-government in Kosovo. Its members took office on 12 June. With the formation of this multi-ethnic Government, reflecting the results of last November's elections, a very important step has been taken towards reconciliation in Kosovo.”
2002-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4559 (2002) · source
“We do not want Afghanistan to fall once again into anarchy provoked by domestic wars or for it to be a shelter for terrorists once again. The Afghan people deserve a better future.”
2002-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4541 (2002) · source
“We therefore call on the international community to redouble its efforts for Afghanistan and not to celebrate too early and later fall to indifference. A strategic a strategic association has been formed in Afghanistan between donor countries, the United Nations system, the Bretton Woods institutions and non-governmental organizations to support the Afghan people in their quest for lasting peace. The international community must be persistent in this effort in order to consolidate the process of laying the groundwork that will enable the sustainable economic development of Afghanistan on a democratic basis. Mexico wants to see a democratic Afghanistan that respects human rights, with an economic future free from drug trafficking.”
2002-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4541 (2002) · source
“In this context, Mexico wishes to recognize the work carried out in recent months by the United Kingdom at the head of the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF). We also wish to thank Turkey, who will soon assume that responsibility. We are ready to vote in favour of the draft resolution before us to extend the mandate of ISAF by six months. The convening of an emergency loya jirga will be a watershed in the history of Afghanistan because it will produce the basic agreements that will define the structure of political power in the country and determine its destiny. According to the timetable established by the Bonn Agreement, the convening of the emergency loya jirga will signal that we have completed a quarter of the actions scheduled for Afghanistan.”
2002-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4541 (2002) · source
“Countries where drug consumption is widespread also have a responsibility to prevent the criminal networks created by the sale of heroine in urban centres from subjecting Afghan farmers to extortion and pressure on the part of traffickers who foment the illicit crops - especially when we have been informed that it is precisely those criminal networks that substantially contribute to financing terrorism. Additionally, the presence of hold-outs of Al Queda and the Taliban contribute to prolonging a climate of insecurity in the country and the region. At the same time, rival factions fight for political power in some areas of the country, and some even threaten to destabilize the Interim Administration. Faced with this situation of insecurity, the Council's response has been to strengthen the defence capacity of the Afghans.”
2002-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4541 (2002) · source
“We must not allow the hope of an entire people to vanish. However, we are concerned that there are still problems that threaten security and the democratic project that is just beginning to crystallize. Despite the efforts and resources expended, the problem of drug production and trafficking continues to exist. The production of drugs is not just a problem of public health but also corrupts society, promotes violence and the illicit trade in arms and generates great quantities of resources that can be used to finance political groups whose sole aim is destruction and terror. In this context, much remains to be done, and the responsibility, it must be said, falls not only to the Interim Administration. The problem of drug trafficking has two main elements: production and consumption.”
2002-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4541 (2002) · source
“We note with celebration the advances of Afghan women in the country's public life and in other aspects that, in other countries, would seem quite unremarkable but, given the circumstances in Afghanistan seem quite extraordinary. We consider that the Security Council must be unanimous in its support of Afghan women through the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000). We must give our support so that these women can reach positions of leadership in their country. We view with admiration that approximately 700,000 refugees have returned to their homes, which is approximately half the target of 1.2 million foreseen for this year. Those statistics reflect not only the effort and support of the international community but also the Afghan people's greater overall expectations for the future.”
2002-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4541 (2002) · source
“Ms. Lajous (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): The situation in Afghanistan is complex. The political forces advocating inter-ethnic reconciliation, democracy and respect for human rights - ideals that were expressed in the Bonn Agreement - coexist with sinister forces advocating anarchy and extremism. For that reason, the international community must give its firm support to the building of the national institutions, as was expressed by the Afghans themselves - which Sir Kieran Prendergast stressed in his presentation. Mexico welcomes the progress made by the Interim Administration. We are delighted that the schools have reopened and that the process of convening an emergency loya jirga is under way.”
2002-05-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4541 (2002) · source
“In this respect, my delegation would like to reiterate that the international community cannot forget what happened in the past few weeks, in particular in Jenin. The United Nations and the Security Council cannot abdicate their moral and legal responsibility to clarify the facts, whatever the consequences for those involved may be.”
2002-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4525Resumption1 (2002) · source
“However, the non- implementation of Security Council resolutions, in particular with respect to the Middle East question, not only has seriously undermined the possibilities for reaching a just solution for the region, but also jeopardizes the Council's own credibility before the international community. In the specific case concerning us - the non- implementation of resolution 1405 (2002) - my delegation would like to recall that this was drafted, particularly in paragraph 2, with moderate wording under the legal supposition that it would be complied with, in good faith, by all the parties concerned. Unfortunately, this was not the case, despite the very commendable efforts by the Secretary-General and the team appointed by him.”
2002-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4525Resumption1 (2002) · source
“Ms. Lajous (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): The delegation of Mexico would like to express its gratitude for the Secretary-General's efforts to comply with what was set out in resolution 1405 (2002), in particular with respect to his initiative to obtain exact information on the events in the Jenin refugee camp. International peacekeeping and security are fundamental goals of this Organization, and thus we must respect international humanitarian law. All United Nations Members, without exception, have agreed to respect, and to make respected, the decisions along these lines, in accordance with the letter and spirit of the United Nations Charter.”
2002-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4525Resumption1 (2002) · source
“In this connection, Mexico would like to express its support for the Afghanistan recovery operation to meet the nutritional requirements of the people, support farmers, expand the food programmes in schools and promote the work of reconstructing infrastructure. I should not like to conclude my statement without explicitly expressing our gratitude to Ms. Bertini for her work, and we wish her good luck in her future. She is one of the women who has reached one of the posts with the broadest responsibility in the United Nations and has demonstrated a thorough sense of leadership and organizational capabilities. Few women can claim this in their professional resume; and for this reason I think that she deserves very special recognition. We will miss her in the United Nations.”
2002-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4507 (2002) · source
“We have all witnessed the efforts of the World Food Programme to gather the necessary assistance and prevent millions of displaced persons and refugees from starving during the past winter, together with the populations who, despite their isolation, felt the effects of war and drought. To the difficult task of collecting foodstuffs is added that of distributing assistance in an area characterized by insecurity and the lack of infrastructure. Mexico would like to pay tribute to all who have done this altruistic work with dedication to bring relief to the neediest, not only in Afghanistan but in all regions where there is a humanitarian crisis.”
2002-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4507 (2002) · source
“Mexico reiterates in this respect the importance of multilateralism and the non-conditionality of international cooperation as regards emergency food aid. In the case of armed conflict, food production is traditionally one of the most affected economic sectors. Abandoned fields and migration caused by acts of war have a general impact on the supply of foodstuffs in some areas. The case of Afghanistan, given the tragic nature and complexity of the situation, has become an example of the destructive capacity of human beings, combined with adverse climate conditions. But at the same time, it is an example of the effectiveness of the work coordinated among United Nations agencies and the international community in consolidating lasting peace.”
2002-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4507 (2002) · source
“We think that this humanitarian assistance should be provided on the basis of the guiding principles in the annex to General Assembly resolution 46/182. This important resolution is a standard of basic conduct in showing solidarity and international cooperation. We reiterate that humanitarian assistance should be provided in accordance with the principles of humanity, neutrality and impartiality. Similarly, they should be granted within the context of full respect for the sovereignty, territorial integrity and the unity of States in conformity with the Charter of the United Nations and always upon the request or with the consent of the receiving State. States bear the paramount responsibility for initiating, organizing, coordinating and implementing the assistance provided by the international community.”
2002-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4507 (2002) · source
“Ms. Lajous (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): At the outset, I wish to thank Ms. Bertini for her briefing and to congratulate her on her praiseworthy work as Executive Director of the World Food Programme (WFP) since 1992. My country recognizes the important work performed by WFP in more than 80 countries in both providing emergency food and promoting long-term development. Mexico is a founding member of WFP and is currently on its Executive Board. My country has supported the Board's, including those pertaining to the Programme's governing system; its association with other agents of development, particularly civil society organizations; the improvement of staff security in all areas; and the mobilization of resources. Mexico attaches great importance to the humanitarian assistance provided by United Nations agencies.”
2002-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4507 (2002) · source
“The international community is observing with interest the activities of UNMIK and of the various United Nations organs and regional security organizations that have provided an example of strategic association to build a durable peace in Kosovo. Mexico encourages UNMIK and all international agencies that work in the province to continue their altruistic and fruitful work for international peace and security. We welcome the proposal made by several delegations that Mr. Steiner should address the Council during the month of April and tell us about the progress achieved, particularly as regards border issues with Macedonia. Mexico takes note of the document on the first steps towards the redefinition of relations between Serbia and Montenegro, signed on 14 March in Belgrade, in particular as it relates to resolution 1244 (1999).”
2002-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4498 (2002) · source
“This will require the political will and maturity of all actors involved. A harmonious Kosovo implies that trust will prevail among all residents of the province and requires that the rancorous memories of the past be left behind. This is a prerequisite to the full implementation of the concepts of democracy and respect for human rights. The trust that can be developed among all of the social groups, without external exclusion or intrusion, will be the basis for a prosperous Kosovo strengthened by unity. The return to their homes of internally displaced persons and refugees will show that progress is being made on this path. We have taken note of UNMIK's efforts to bring back to the province the Albanians who were held in Serb prisons and of measures taken to liberate persons whose sentences could be considered invalid.”
2002-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4498 (2002) · source
“Mexico welcomes this achievement, because it will help facilitate the transfer of power from the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) to the Provisional Institutions, in conformity with resolution 1244 (1999). This will certainly contribute to stabilizing the region. A very delicate phase will also begin - that of ensuring, to the greatest extent possible, that the Government's responsibilities are transferred to the local authorities within the existing Constitutional Framework. We must remember that we have a long path ahead of us, but hopefully we will reach the end soon. The province continues to be one of the most backward areas in Europe in economic terms, and many things must still be done to establish fully the rule of law in order to combat organized crime more effectively and promote economic growth.”
2002-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4498 (2002) · source
“Ms. Lajous (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): Before I begin, I should like to join all the Council members who have thanked Mr. Hedi Annabi, Assistant Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, for the information he has presented to us. Most especially, I should like to express my appreciation for the comments of the Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Serbia, Mr. Neboj sa Covie, who has left us with a very clear message: time is short, and we must carry forward two urgent tasks - building the area's institutions and constructing a multi-ethnic society. At the beginning of this month, the Kosovo Assembly ratified the agreement reached by the main parties of the province to establish a Provisional Self- Government headed by President Ibrahim Rugova and Prime Minister Bajram Rexhepi.”
2002-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4498 (2002) · source
“Here, in addition to the United Nations, the Organization of African Unity and subregional organizations have a major role to play. Let me conclude by thanking the Government of Norway and Ambassador Ole Peter Kolby for the support and leadership that made it possible for the Security Council mission to Ethiopia and Eritrea to be a success.”
2002-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4485 (2002) · source
“We want to convey our appreciation to the personnel of UNMEE for their effective efforts to coordinate with the agencies of the United Nations system and the non-governmental organizations that carry out projects to meet the humanitarian needs of the refugees and internally displaced persons in the Temporary Security Zone. Talks between members of the Security Council mission and representatives of such organizations enabled us to grasp the dimensions of their work and of the challenges that they daily face. One pending task for the Security Council is to define an exit strategy for UNMEE once the physical demarcation of the borders is complete, taking special care to preserve the progress made in the gradual process of normalizing relations between Ethiopia and Eritrea.”
2002-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4485 (2002) · source
“We appeal to the guarantors, witnesses and facilitators of the Algiers Agreements for their support in this crucial phase ofthe peace process. One of the clearest conclusions of the Security Council mission was that the international community needs to support both countries' demining efforts, especially during the physical demarcation of the borders. We hope that donors will contribute to the special United Nations trust fund to remove the antipersonnel mines that pose a serious threat to the peoples of Ethiopia and of Eritrea.”
2002-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4485 (2002) · source
“In particular, the meetings emphasized the positive contribution of the United Nations Mission in Ethiopia and Eritrea (UNMEE) in building confidence between the two parties. The Security Council mission was successful because it met its goal: to assure the leaders of the two countries that the United Nations will continue to support them during the phase of implementing the forthcoming decision of the Boundary Commission. It is our hope that the Ethiopian and Eritrean authorities will keep open channels of communication with UNMEE and with the Special Representative of the Secretary-General in order to set up a system for cooperation, which will be indispensable in the implementation of that decision. We reiterate our conviction that the adoption of unilateral measures could affect the sense of trust that both parties must evince.”
2002-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4485 (2002) · source
“Ms. Lajous (Mexico) (spoke in Spanish): The recent Security Council mission to Ethiopia and Eritrea continued the Council's practice of assessing on the ground the situations that form part of its programme of work. We are gratified that all members of the Council participated in the mission, because this demonstrated their shared determination to send a message of support for the peace process between those two countries. The high points of the mission were undoubtedly its meetings with the Prime Minister of Ethiopia, Mr. Meles Zenawi, and with the President of Eritrea, Mr. Isaias Afwerki. The constructive exchanges with both leaders strengthened the relationship between their countries and the United Nations.”
2002-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4485 (2002) · source
“We take note of the acceptance by the Steering Board of the Peace Implementation Council of the European Union's offer to provide a police mission, starting 1 January 2003, which would replace the International Police Task Force. In supporting the draft resolution before us, Mexico appeals to the principal political actors in Bosnia and Herzegovina to come up with solutions that would be inclusive of minorities, democratic and respectful of human rights, in order to lay the groundwork for a future of harmonious coexistence.”
2002-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4484 (2002) · source
“In our view, the work of the High Representative is vital in coordinating the efforts of the institutions of Bosnia and Herzegovina with those of the international community. Mexico therefore thanks Mr. Petritsch for his efforts and dedication. For a number of years now, Mexico has been following with particular attention the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina and has reviewed with interest the conclusions of the Peace Implementation Council with regard to a follow-up to the International Police Task Force and to the coordination of international efforts. We look forward with interest to the holding of general elections on 5 October this year. We encourage the political leaders of the country to reach agreement by the middle of this month on the enactment of the Constituent Peoples' Decision.”
2002-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4484 (2002) · source