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  1. “At such a crucial stage, the Security Council should, in the absence of substantial progress in the remaining military and political issues to be resolved, be prepared to consider the imposition of measures. However, we believe that the implementation of such measures should be decided upon only after a further evaluation of the situation by the Council following the next report of the Secretary-General. We believe that the expeditious fulfilment of the above-mentioned provisions is a priority and will pave the way for the successful completion of the Angolan peace process so desired and deserved by the Angolan people.”

    1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source

  2. “It is therefore crucial that there be a continued and effective presence of the United Nations in Angola. Portugal will continue to work closely and in a spirit of unity with its partners in the troika of observer countries in order to make the Angolan peace process a reality. Nevertheless, I must once again recall that the Government of Angola and UNITA bear ultimate responsibility for the success of the peace process. Now, more than ever, it is time for them, and especially UNITA, to show that they are clearly willing to implement fully the "Acordos de Paz" and the Lusaka Protocol. The failure to do so would constitute a serious setback in the international community's expectations for a successful conclusion of the Angolan peace process.”

    1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source

  3. “Almost two years have passed since the signing of the Lusaka Protocol. As the report of the Secretary- General rightly indicates, its implementation is far behind schedule despite the efforts of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, the observer States and other Member States concerned. I take this opportunity to express the appreciation of my Government for the tireless and committed work of the Special Representative, Maitre Beye, throughout the critical stages of the peace process. UNAVEM. III, currently the largest United Nations peacekeeping operation, has also shown itself to be a key element in fostering the much-needed trust between the parties concerned and in promoting the stability the Angolans so rightfully deserve, which is why we believe it is so important.”

    1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source

  4. “In this regard, we would like to underline the importance and the legitimacy of the normal functioning of the bodies, following the 1992 elections, until conditions for holding new elections in Angola are met. Until those conditions are met, it is important that the international community continue to fulfil its pledges to provide assistance to Angola. At the same time, the Angolan parties, which are ultimately responsible for the successful implementation of the peace process, must show clear signs that they are worthy of such assistance. That is why Portugal welcomes the efforts of the Government of Angola to implement the provisions of the Lusaka Protocol and expects that both the Government and UNITA, in a spirit of cooperation, will uphold their obligations and the commitments they made.”

    1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source

  5. “These steps will constitute a positive action by UNITA, but they must be followed by the completion of a broader number of tasks, as enumerated in the mediation document prepared by the Secretary-General's Special Representative. In fact, UNITA and its leadership must now demonstrate to the international community that they do not merely take measures on the eve of the adoption of Security Council resolutions, but are committed to the implementation of the Lusaka Protocol by fulfilling their commitments at a steady pace. We note with concern the increasing number of desertions in the quartering areas and the reports that such desertions are not spontaneous but, on the contrary, that they occur in an organized manner. We urge UNITA to proceed with the return to the National Assembly of all elected Deputies before the end of October.”

    1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source

  6. “Nevertheless, I would like to make some remarks concerning the situation in Angola, not only because we are a member of the troika of observer States but also because of Portugal's long-standing commitment to the Angolan peace process and to Angola itself. Portugal is naturally concerned over the absence of significant progress in the implementation of the peace process due to the constant delays and promises not fulfilled. It is now imperative that positive signs of political will be shown in order to accelerate the peace process. We therefore urge UNITA to integrate into the national armed forces the last remaining group of its generals, as well as to increase the number of UNITA soldiers incorporated into the Angolan Armed Forces.”

    1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source

  7. “Allow me to congratulate you, Sir, on the assumption of the presidency of the Council for the current month and to pay tribute to the productive term of your predecessor, Ambassador Alfredo Lopes Cabral. I would like to salute the Foreign Ministers and other members of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) delegation, whose presence here today reflects the importance that organization attaches to bringing peace to Angola. I would like to extend a very cordial greeting to His Excellency the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Angola, Mr. Venancio De Moura. In the course of this debate, the representative of Ireland will make a statement on behalf of the European Union. Portugal associates itself fully with that statement.”

    1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source