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Lavrov

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first: 1994-09-23
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“We mean that there is a need to involve as many Iraqis with authority as possible in the settlement process, to use the potential of neighbouring countries and to give the United Nations a real chance, not only in words but in actual fact, to have a part in resolving the problem of Iraq. We welcome the fact that the Secretary-General has prepared serious new proposals to increase the work of the United Nations in order to find the best possible solution to the Iraqi crisis. We eagerly await his initiatives. We hope that today's discussion will be useful and that the views in the Security Council will be taken SANA-869 into account in the work of the Coalition and that they will also be transmitted to the Iraqis for their information, including to the members of the Governing Council of Iraq.”
2003-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4869 (2003) · source
“Do you think that the countries in the Coalition will be present in Iraq through their usual embassies, or do you plan to create different sorts of structures for their presence in Iraq? We do not expect immediate answers to these questions. We understand that the situation is still evolving, but we thought it useful to ask those questions, since it is clear that we still have a lot of work to do. We hope that the role of the United Nations in this process will not be underestimated. It is clear to us that the Iraq problem can be resolved, not so much by adopting new resolutions, but through a radical change of strategy by the international community in that country.”
2003-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4869 (2003) · source
“We had thought that the status of the coalition forces had been determined in resolution 1483 (2003) and that their mandate had been clarified further in resolution 1511 (2003). So, quite frankly, we are not clear about the new status that is being referred to here. If this proposed agreement on status is going to be elaborated for the period after 30 June, then perhaps it would be logical to conclude this kind of agreement with the Transitional Government when it is formed, not with the Governing Council, whose authority expires on 30 June. I should like to ask how you plan to provide for the political presence of countries of the coalition in Iraq after 30 June, after the Coalition Provisional Authority ceases to function.”
2003-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4869 (2003) · source
“But two lines down, it is stated that the Iraqi Governing Council will nominate five of the representatives of each provincial organizational committee. Therefore it will be playing a role in that respect - not a formal role, but a very real one. Would this not, therefore, lead to a situation in which certain segments of the population and certain political forces are left out of the process of the formation of these new authorities? My next question has to do with the provision stating that there is a proposal to conclude, by the end of March 2004, an agreement on security between the coalition and the Governing Council, including an agreement on the status of the coalition forces.”
2003-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4869 (2003) · source
“We believe that it would be better if the date of the election for the constitutional convention, and the date of the general elections - that is, elections for the permanent Government - were decided on by the Transitional Government and by the Transitional National Assembly. They will be functioning by 30 June, and it is possible that they will have a clearer idea about when, realistically, they should hold the appropriate elections. We also believe that there are certain contradictions between parts of the agreement with respect to the proposal to form organizational committees that could affect future elections - that is, the election of members of the National Assembly. In the beginning of the agreement, it is stated that the Iraqi Interim Governing Council will not play any formal role in selecting members of the National Assembly.”
2003-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4869 (2003) · source
“We believe that that members of the coalition and of the Iraqi Governing Council, as well as the United Nations Secretariat, should take these questions into account. We believe that the timelines for the adoption of the fundamental law by 28 February, for the creation of the Transitional National Assembly by 31 May, and, subsequently, for the formation, by 30 June, of the transitional administration are realistic and are justified. However, with regard to subsequent steps, the timelines do represent a bit of a stretch - for example, the election for the constitutional convention is scheduled to be held only on 15 March 2005, and general elections by the end of 2005.”
2003-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4869 (2003) · source
“Given the fact that the security situation in Iraq is getting worse and that attacks are taking place against representatives of international organizations and of new Iraqi structures, we are not ruling out the possibility of that conference's being held outside of Sll'V.4869 Iraq - again in the context of the analogy of Afghanistan, as mentioned by Ambassador Pleuger. The conference could form the transitional Government of Iraq, which, together with the Secretary-General and his representatives, could elaborate specific steps in order effectively to implement the political process. We would like also to ask some questions about the text of the agreement, since we think that it is important.”
2003-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4869 (2003) · source
“We believe that that is wrong, for, in order successfully to resolve the Iraqi problem, we need first and foremost the trust of the Iraqi people, and secondly the active participation of the international community. That is our conviction, and all of the events of recent months only corroborate our view. Like the representatives of France and of Germany, we believe that very serious consideration should be given to the idea of convening an international conference under the auspices of the United Nations in which all the main political forces of Iraq would participate, as well as external players, including Iraq's neighbours and other countries. We believe that this idea should be discussed, and we also consider that, in order to hold a conference as part of this process, a consensus must be reached about how it should be organized.”
2003-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4869 (2003) · source
“We welcome the desire to give the political process a new dynamism, and Russia has consistently advocated the speeding up of the process of the restoration of Iraq's sovereignty. We do not know why the agreement has still not been transmitted officially to the Security Council. As we understand it, there are two parties to the agreement - the Iraqi Governing Council and the coalition - and either or both of them could transmit the agreement to the Security Council for its information, particularly since reporting to the Council is an obligation on the part of the coalition and of the Governing Council. Nevertheless, we are, of course, familiar with the text of the agreement. We are somewhat disappointed that there is no mention in it of the United Nations.”
2003-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4869 (2003) · source
“We do not see why that report could not be transmitted to UNMOVIC and IAEA experts, particularly since we will be receiving a regular report from UNMOVIC very soon. We did not hear anything in the briefing about persons missing since the first Gulf war, and the theme of Kuwaiti property was not touched on either. But we hope that those questions will be discussed in December, when the regular report of the Secretary- General is submitted to the Security Council - although we are, of course, interested to find out more about what the coalition is doing with respect to these matters and what the results have been. Like previous speakers, we take note of the agreement that was reached between the coalition and the Iraqi Governing Council.”
2003-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4869 (2003) · source
“We do not have any information about how specific operations are being carried out against those who plan and perpetrate terrorist acts, but we believe that any use of force should, of course, be proportional; every attempt must be made to prevent the suffering of innocent civilians. We are grateful to Ambassador Negroponte for having mentioned disarmament in his briefing. However, quite frankly, we do not understand why the United Nations Monitoring, Verification and Inspection Commission (UNMOVIC) and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have not endeavoured to obtain more information about the efforts undertaken by the coalition. As we heard, a report was prepared in October by a survey group set up by the coalition.”
2003-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4869 (2003) · source
“It is a key mechanism, set up pursuant to resolution 1483 (2003), to provide for transparency with regard to the Iraqi economy. We also note the efforts to create an Iraqi army, security force, police force and border service. Ambassador Negroponte spoke about that issue in detail. We hope that that work will be quick and effective. The briefing also noted, however - and we are all aware of this - that the security situation in Iraq remains serious. According to our assessment, it is continuing to worsen. Of course, we condemn all terrorist acts. Whatever the target of such acts, innocent people suffer. Such acts must be condemned and counteracted.”
2003-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4869 (2003) · source
“Mr. Lavrov (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): We, too, would like to thank Ambassador Negroponte and Ambassador Jones Parry for their briefings. We note that the coalition, together with the Iraqis, are making an active effort to establish normal conditions in the country and to restore the economy and infrastructure. We note that the United States and the United Kingdom have played an important role, together with all other members of the Security Council, in providing for the normal completion of the oil-for-food programme, and have reaffirmed the obligation of the coalition to resolve all outstanding issues. We also note with satisfaction that the International Advisory and Monitoring Board has finally been established, and we hope that reports from that body will soon be received.”
2003-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4869 (2003) · source
“The Russian Federation will continue to participate actively in joint efforts to find a just, balanced and lasting solution to the problem of Kosovo.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“Of course, we cannot fail to express our regret that, at the Vienna meeting, the head of the provincial Government, Mr. Rexhepi, refused to participate. Nevertheless, we hope that discussions in the working groups on practical issues, such as the return of refugees and internally displaced persons, determining the fate of missing persons and cooperating in the areas of energy, transportation and communications, will begin very soon and that such discussions will be conducted in a non-politicized, businesslike and constructive atmosphere. International efforts should be aimed essentially at full implementation of resolution 1244 (1999) and based on the agreed principle of "standards before status"; consideration of the political aspects of the problem of Kosovo - including Kosovo's future status- is premature at this stage.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“With regard to the preservation of certain elements of the parallel structures in Kosovo, that problem must be resolved on the basis of mutually acceptable agreements. It is very important that such agreements be conducive to meeting the daily needs of all the communities - particularly the minority communities - in Kosovo. We commend Mr. Harri Holkeri for assisting in the organization of the meeting that took place in Vienna on 14 October, with the purpose of launching a direct dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina on practical problems of mutual interest. We note that, at the Vienna meeting, both sides stated their support for the international community's efforts to launch such a dialogue and reaffirmed their willingness to facilitate its advancement in the working groups.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“Unfortunately, we see that, in practice, those organs are very often continuing to disregard minority interests and are in no hurry to shoulder the responsibilities that they must assume in transferring the so-called non-reserved competencies, in conformity with the Constitutional Framework and resolution 1244 (1999). Like other members of the Security Council, we are convinced that, unless there is radical change for the better in these areas, the dream of building a multi- ethnic, democratic society in Kosovo will continue to be deferred. That will create unhealthy illusions in the minds of the extremist forces remaining in the province, which will in turn create a breeding ground for more violence.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“However, we must also note that even the few positive changes that have taken place in the situation of the minorities and in support of the process of returning non-Albanian refugees to the province, changes noted in the report, were brought about, to a large extent, only thanks to the constant pressure exerted by the international community. We fully agree with the Secretary-General's view that statements by the leaders of the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government regarding their commitment to multi-ethnicity must be backed by action.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“Unfortunately, persons guilty of perpetrating a whole series of atrocious crimes against the representatives of the Serbian community in the province have still not been identified and therefore have not been duly punished. Suffice it to recall here the murder of a Serbian family in Obilie and an armed attack on Serbian school children in Gorazdevac. These crimes have no justification and are simply manifestations of terrorism. We note the steps taken by the international presence to apprehend the perpetrators and prosecute them.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“Key demands of that resolution continue to be unimplemented, particularly those parts that refer to the non-Albanian inhabitants of Kosovo and the return of refugees and internally displaced persons. There is no reliable and equal security for the entire population of the province. There are no equal fundamental rights and freedoms for everybody, including the right to fair employment conditions. There is no adequate representation of minorities, particularly of the Serbian minority, in the structures of the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government. Despite an overall drop in the crime rate, serious incidents involving violence still take place, including incidents that are clearly ethnically motivated.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“Mr. Lavrov (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): Like our colleagues, we are grateful to the Secretary-General for his report. We are delighted to welcome Harri Holkeri, and we are grateful to him for his briefing. The assessments in the report and those presented by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General are largely consonant with our view of the processes that are taking place in Kosovo. We have repeatedly stated that view at meetings of the Security Council. We continue to believe that, despite some positive changes in bringing about substantial autonomy and self-government in the province, pursuant to resolution 1244 (1999), a number of important tasks are still very far from being resolved.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“Many suppliers have begun to shift their deliveries to places where Cotecna personnel are located. If we wait until Cotecna's authority ends under resolution 1483 (2003), there will be large amounts of humanitarian goods stockpiled at the ports of entry. It is important for the Coalition Provisional Authority to inform all possible exporters in good time about future arrangements for deliveries. We trust that that will be done in the very near future. Three weeks before the termination of the humanitarian programme, too many problems are interfering with its proper winding down. We appeal to all the parties involved to make every effort to ensure that the final result of their work meets the needs of the Iraqi people and responds to the legitimate interests of the suppliers.”
2003-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4851 (2003) · source
“Of course, we expect the United Nations agencies and programmes to do their utmost to ensure that this work is completed by 21 November, and that will determine the assessment and work of the Council on terminating the humanitarian programme. We cannot under any circumstances allow priority contracts not to be delivered to the Iraqi people simply because there is no time for their proper technical handling. We welcome the deployment of the new mechanism for the delivery of humanitarian supplies and the confirmation of payments to countries neighbouring Iraq. At the same time, we are worried about the lack of clarity as to how the mechanism will continue after 21 November. Particularly worrying are the current delays in authenticating the delivery of supplies at the port of Umm Qasr.”
2003-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4851 (2003) · source
“We are also extremely concerned about the issue of reaching agreement on conditions for the execution of prioritized contracts between the United Nations specialized agencies and the suppliers. The humanitarian programme will be drawing to a close very soon, but the number of contracts that have been amended is still too low. As a consequence, by 21 November the execution of many priority contracts could be in doubt. They are contracts for the delivery of goods, for which there is an acute humanitarian need. The importance of the swift execution of contracts has been noted by the Iraqi Government and representatives of the Coalition Provisional Authority.”
2003-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4851 (2003) · source
“Given the dismal situation of the Iraqi economy, and in the light of the contribution that could be made to reconstruction by deliveries through the humanitarian programme, we believe that by 21 November, using the current system for prioritizing, all of the funded contracts must have been reviewed. This is a particularly important issue now, because it is not clear whether prioritization will be continued in future by the Coalition Provisional Authority. In order to ensure the proper monitoring of this process, we would suggest requesting that the Office of the Iraq Programme include in its weekly briefings to us detailed information about how many contracts were not given priority status, and for what reason.”
2003-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4851 (2003) · source
“Carrying them out has been made even more difficult because of the severe worsening of the security situation in Iraq. Nonetheless, we are convinced that at this point not all possibilities have been exhausted for the efficient conclusion of the work of the humanitarian programme. In particular, it will be necessary to step up efforts to identify priority contracts using the working mechanism involving the specialized agencies of the United Nations, the Coalition Provisional Authority and Iraqi representatives. As of 21 November, some 1,600 funded contracts - about $1.5 billion worth - are not among the prioritized contracts. These include not only those that have not been classified as being of relative utility but also those that have simply not been reviewed by the tripartite group.”
2003-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4851 (2003) · source
“Mr. Lavrov (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): We join others in expressing sympathy to the families of all those who have been killed or injured in the terrorist attacks in Iraq. It is our firm position that the methods resorted to by terrorists cannot be tolerated. We thank Mr. Benon Sevan for his very detailed briefing. The work to wind down the humanitarian programme is now reaching its final stage. It is very important that this entire issue be reviewed regularly in the Security Council and the sanctions Committee. We are grateful to the Secretary-General and his representatives for the work that has already been done and is still being done on this matter. Resolution 1483 (2003) set the Secretariat a number of very difficult tasks.”
2003-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4851 (2003) · source
“Our overall obligation is to do everything we can so that the goals set out in the resolution do not remain dead letters but are actually implemented. Only then will the efforts expended to reach agreement on the resolution be justified.”
2003-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4844 (2003) · source
“Not all of its provisions have managed to provide for the necessary conditions. The result we have achieved is a compromise that does not resolve all the problems. However, at this stage, in the light of all the factors, we see more pluses in the resolution than minuses. It is fundamentally important that, during the negotiations, we were able to achieve a consensus in the Security Council - something to which Russia attached priority significance from the outset. Now, all of us, as members of the international community - and first and foremost the occupying Powers - must do our utmost to accomplish the fundamental task set out in the resolution, to see to it that the day will come as swiftly as possible when the Iraqis can manage their own future. Once again, we emphasize that the resolution provides the conditions necessary for that.”
2003-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4844 (2003) · source
“The Council can make the necessary amendments to that process. In the economic sphere, the resolution recalls the need to ensure complete transparency in the activities of the Development Fund for Iraq, including through the swift establishment of an International Advisory and Monitoring Board, whose formation has clearly been delayed for too long without any convincing reason. The resolution also fails to address such pending issues as the problem of Iraqi weapons of mass destruction, the fate of those missing in action during the course of the first Gulf War and Kuwaiti property. However, it is clear that the Security Council will still have to address those problems, in conformity with resolution 1483 (2003). On the whole, of course, the new resolution is not ideal.”
2003-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4844 (2003) · source
“Yet another very important point is the agreement on the mandate approved by the Security Council for the multinational force. In the final, agreed version, its functions - as Russia believes - are subordinate to the tasks of promoting the restoration of Iraq's sovereignty, and as soon as that happens the multinational force's mandate will expire. If the legitimately elected Government of Iraq requests some form of assistance to maintain security, then the Security Council will consider such a request. This provision of the resolution - along with the regular reports that it requires of the Secretary-General, the leaders of the multinational force and the Coalition Provisional Authority - guarantees permanent Security Council control over the political settlement and the overall restoration of Iraq.”
2003-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4844 (2003) · source
“Although under the current circumstances - in which Iraq has lacked security - the United Nations has not been in a position to play a full-fledged role in bringing order to the country, the resolution gives the Secretary-General the right to take decisions, within the framework of the political process, regarding timetables and modalities for, inter alia, forming the membership of a constitutional conference and the holding of elections. We are convinced that, as the Iraqi situation is stabilized, the United Nations will carry out the powers reserved to it in the spheres where it truly can and must lead. It is an important matter of principle that the Secretary-General report to the Security Council on the course of the political process in all of its aspects.”
2003-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4844 (2003) · source
“The resolution unambiguously stresses the Iraqi people's right to determine its own political future and to manage its own natural resources. There is provision for the elaboration of a specific timetable for the political process, including the adoption of an Iraqi constitution and the formation of a Government through democratic elections. There is recognition of the significance of support on the part of States in the region - first and foremost Iraq's neighbours - for that process, and emphasis is placed on the need to undertake concrete measures at this stage to transfer leadership and administrative functions to the Iraqis themselves. With the election of an internationally recognized Government of Iraq, the authority of the occupying Powers will completely end.”
2003-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4844 (2003) · source
“Therefore, it is essential that international efforts be united in the search for a long-term and stable political settlement that will enable the Iraqi people to take their country's leadership into their own hands through a legitimately elected Government and that will allow Iraq's neighbours to feel secure. We are pleased that, as a result of the efforts of Russia, France, Germany, China and other members of the Security Council - together with those of the Secretary-General - we were able, during the course of negotiations with the draft resolution's sponsors, to arrive at a resolution that provides a real chance for the Iraqi situation to make a transition from the occupation phase to a phase of practical measures to restore Iraqi sovereignty.”
2003-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4844 (2003) · source
“Mr. Lavrov (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): An overall appraisal of resolution 1511 (2003), which we have just adopted, is contained in the joint French-German-Russian statement distributed to members. In addition, we should like to emphasize that, from the moment that work on the draft resolution began, the Russian Federation was guided by the objectives of promoting the earliest possible political settlement, under United Nations auspices, of the situation in Iraq; helping the Iraqi people to regain their sovereignty; and preventing a situation whereby the Iraq crisis would destabilize the situation in the region. A continuation of the trends towards a crisis in Iraq serves no one's interests.”
2003-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4844 (2003) · source
“We also believe that it is necessary to establish an international monitoring mechanism to strengthen oversight over the implementation by the parties of their mutual obligations. There is also the need to consider the possibility of holding an international conference on the Middle East, which would make it possible to work out a formula for a comprehensive regional settlement. These Russian proposals have one objective: to stop the spiral of violence and open prospects for peaceful development in the Middle East.”
2003-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4841 (2003) · source
“We are all convinced it is precisely this document, adopted by both sides, that is a unique and sole basis for achieving a Middle East settlement. By the way, President Putin brought this matter up today in a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Ariel Sharon. We believe that if the road map is not made binding in nature, it may remain on paper and the region will ultimately be swept up in a wave of violence. This is why, during the meeting of the Quartet in New York this September, the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Russia, Igor Ivanov, put forward an initiative for the adoption of a special Security Council resolution that would approve the road map. This proposal not only remains valid, it is becoming ever more urgent.”
2003-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4841 (2003) · source
“Terrorism is obstructing a solution to the objective of providing security for Israel and undermining the prospects for the establishment of a Palestinian State. We are convinced that an important component for the exit strategy from the confrontation is the cessation of unilateral steps by the leadership of Israel. The unlawful settlement activity on the Palestinian territories and the construction of the so-called separation wall, which has resulted in the seizure of Palestinian lands, must be immediately halted. Such actions run counter to the concept of the establishment of two independent States, Palestine and Israel. Both the Palestinians and the Israelis must reject actions that contradict the spirit and letter of the road map of the Quartet of international mediators.”
2003-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4841 (2003) · source
“Mr. Lavrov (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): The Russian leadership is seriously concerned by the course of events in the Middle East. Palestinian-Israeli relations are growing ever more tense. Recently, a real danger of the expansion of the geographic framework of confrontation has emerged, threatening to draw other countries into it. All of this can lead to even more tragic consequences for the already strained circumstances in the region and international security as a whole. Russia firmly condemns terrorism in all of its forms and manifestations. We call upon the leaders of the Palestinian Authority to make every effort to put an end to terrorist acts against the civilian population of Israel.”
2003-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4841 (2003) · source
“Such a decision would be an important contribution by United Nations peacekeeping to the maintenance of international peace and security in the region. As an active participant in United Nations peacekeeping, Russia is ready to do all it can to promote the attainment of that goal.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“Attaining that goal will require a truly comprehensive approach, along with a further significant enhancement of the role of the United Nations, including giving the United Nations mission established by resolution 1500 (2003) the authority to participate directly in the political process: the introduction of constitutional reforms; the organization of elections; and the formation of an internationally recognized Government on the basis of a clear plan for restoring the sovereignty of Iraq within a specific time frame and as soon as possible. As part of such a comprehensive approach, it would be realistic to consider the status and parameters of an international military presence, whose mandate should serve the goal of providing safe conditions conducive to the Iraqi people's exercise of their right to determine their own future.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“Given the unprecedented complexity of the challenges faced in the Iraqi situation, imaginative new approaches will unquestionably be required - in addition to peacekeeping methods already approved - in order to effectively promote a post-war settlement that will be in the interests of the Iraqi people.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“Resolution 1502 (2003), unanimously adopted two days ago, sends a clear signal that the Security Council, acting on a solid foundation of international law, has no intention of tolerating attempts to torpedo United Nations peacekeeping and humanitarian activities and will do everything to ensure that crimes committed against United Nations personnel do not go unpunished. I mentioned the situation in Iraq, and this relates directly to the theme of today's discussion. It poses a serious challenge to the United Nations. Our wealth of peacekeeping experience certainly can and should be drawn on in that country.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“Among the key guidelines in all those areas of peacekeeping are ensuring that the people of a State in need enjoy normal living conditions and helping them fully to exercise their sovereignty in conditions of peace and stability. Thus, the entire international community is outraged at attempts to impede the noble work of United Nations peacekeepers - who, unfortunately, are increasingly becoming targets for attack by terrorists and bandits, as occurred in Baghdad on 19 August.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“More specific account is being taken of the underlying reasons for today's conflicts, such as socio- economic problems and religious, ethnic or other clashes. A differentiated approach is gaining ground - an approach reflecting the specificities of each individual crisis situation. Practical methods for peacekeeping and peace-building are being developed in areas such as reforming the security sector; strengthening borders; the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of ex-combatants; promoting economic reform; assisting law enforcement and judicial organs; helping to organize and conduct elections; and, sometimes, helping to reshape the political structure of a country in crisis, including through constitutional reform.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“Among the very important principles of that strategy are the following: the parties to conflict must cooperate with United Nations missions; there must be interaction between the Organization and regional arrangements, in keeping with Chapter VIII of the Charter; and the Security Council must authorize any operation involving coercion. The mechanisms of peacekeeping operations are gradually being improved. Cooperation is gradually developing between members of the Security Council and troop-contributing countries, and the use of United Nations missions in conflict areas is on the increase, as are activities by Special Representatives of the Secretary-General. Coordination among the various elements of the United Nations system is progressing as modern peacekeeping operations become increasingly multifunctional.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“In Council decisions of recent years, a consensus has emerged about the need for a comprehensive approach to conflict resolution. It is crucial that the practicalities of such an approach be worked out with the active involvement of all States Members of the United Nations and that the outcome reflect their views. The peacekeeping strategy emerging in the Organization is based on decisions of the Security Council, which bears primary responsibility for the maintenance of peace and security, and on recommendations of the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations, as endorsed by the General Assembly.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“That was helped by your diplomatic art, your experience and your personal qualities as a person aware of his responsibility for the fate of the world - I am using these lofty words - someone who is interested in strengthening this Organization. We shall miss you, but we know that in Geneva someone will be involved in the work of the United Nations, furthering our common cause and facilitating the close coordination of the process between New York and Geneva in the best interest of our common objective: to strengthen the United Nations. Turning to the theme of today's meeting, let me say that one of the key instruments available to the Security Council in the settlement of disputes and conflicts is peacekeeping operations, carried out either under the United Nations flag or by multinational forces acting under a Council mandate.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“Mr. Lavrov (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): First of all, on this day when we are holding the last meeting - well, maybe the last meeting - of August, I wish to express my gratitude to the delegation of Syria for its work and to thank you personally, Mr. President, for your contribution to the work of the Security Council throughout Syria's membership in this body. We shall miss you, Mr. President. We will remember how you cooperated with all delegations, the contribution of your delegation and your personal contribution to attaining consensus in the Security Council in the consideration of the very complex questions we took up, and how you always sought unity in the Council on these very serious problems.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“We are prepared to take part in such a discussion. We believe that Security Council resolution 1500 (2003), together with the ideas that we have heard today, is an excellent starting point for such a discussion. We hope that during the course of the proposed discussion, we will be able to study those ideas and hear responses to the questions raised today, in particular those raised by France. We also believe that for such a discussion to be as fruitful as possible, it would be useful to hear the recommendations of the Secretary-General. Again, we are prepared to take part in such a discussion, which would be timely and which, we believe, should take place as soon as possible.”
2003-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4812 (2003) · source