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Le Luong Minh

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first: 2007-02-23
most recent: 2010-01-13
sittings or episodes: 88
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“Thirdly, more open debates, such as the one we are having today, should be convened in order to give the general United Nations membership greater opportunities to express their views on related issues. In order to avoid abuse in that regard and the perception of double standards in any Member State's support for that measure, it must be coupled with efforts to avoid Council involvement in issues not falling within the purview of its mandate, which is the maintenance of international peace and security. Transparency must not be promoted at the cost of making the work of the Council overlap with that of other bodies, such as the General Assembly, the Economic and Social Council, the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs and development and other agencies, and hence of weakening their coordination.”
2008-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5968 (2008) · source
“We consider as useful practices such as the President's briefings to the public and the media and the July presidency's consultation with not only Council members, but also the United Nations membership at large, in the process of preparing the annual report on the work of the Council to be submitted to the General Assembly, and we believe that such practices should become routine. Secondly, Member States should be allowed - in fact, they should be invited - to present their views before the Council takes action concerning them. That would make the Council's decisions accepted as more legitimate and fairer, and thus more conducive to cooperation by Member States in the process of implementation.”
2008-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5968 (2008) · source
“We also appreciate the efforts of all Council members to intensify consultations with the broader United Nations membership, in particular interested Member States, their neighbouring countries and regional organizations and groups of friends. To further the Council's work in this direction, while supporting all the recommendations by NAM. contained in the aforementioned statement, I wish to emphasize the importance of the following measures. First, due attention should be given to the Council's regular consultations with the parties concerned, including regional and international organizations.”
2008-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5968 (2008) · source
“We commend the Informal Working Group on Documentation and Other Procedural Questions, as well as the Secretariat, for their efforts to enhance the implementation of the measures agreed upon through the July 2006 note with a view to making the work of the Council more efficient. We are encouraged by positive developments to that end, particularly a growing trend towards transparency, with an unprecedentedly large number of open meetings held by the Council, and more intensive participation by non-member States in the Council's work than ever before. Regarding the commitment set out in paragraph 29 of the July 2006 note, during the first six months of this year, the countries concerned spoke first on 25 occasions in 34 Council meetings with their presence.”
2008-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5968 (2008) · source
“We share the views contained in the statement to be delivered by the representative of Cuba on behalf of the Non-aligned Movement (NAM), which stresses that reform of the Security Council should not be confined only to the question of the equitable representation on and increase in the membership of the Council, but should also address substantive issues relating to the Council's agenda, working methods and decision- making process. We further share the View of NAM that transparency, openness and consistency are key elements that the Council should observe. From a body that used to meet only a few times a month, the Council has turned into one that held 219 formal meetings and 177 consultations of the whole between August 2007 and July 2008.”
2008-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5968 (2008) · source
“I thank you, Mr. President, for taking the initiative to organize this important open debate of the Council. I thank the Secretary-General for his participation and his statement. My delegation has always strongly advocated the convening of an open debate which would provide an opportunity for all interested United Nations Member States to share their assessments of the progress in the implementation of the presidential note contained in document S/2006/507 of July 2006 and contribute ideas on how to further its effective implementation.”
2008-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5968 (2008) · source
“We strongly urge the parties concerned to allow and facilitate humanitarian activities to help the affected populations. Finally, we continue to support international efforts to help resolve the conflict.”
2008-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5953 (2008) · source
“I thank Under- Secretary-General Pascoe and Assistant Secretary- General Mulet for their briefings. However, I take note of the fact that, as they said, given the prevailing situation it is difficult to gather information We are concerned about the continued escalation of the hostilities in the conflict zones in the context of the Georgian-South Ossetian conflict, which has resulted in numerous casualties among civilians and peacekeepers as well as in massive destruction of public and private property. We call upon all parties concerned to exercise the utmost restraint, to strictly observe the agreements that they have signed and to return to negotiations with a view to finding a mutually acceptable solution to the conflict, on the basis of respect for and due consideration of one another's legitimate interests.”
2008-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5953 (2008) · source
“We regret that following the emergency meeting of the Security Council earlier today, the intense fighting in the South Ossetian conflict zone is escalating to a new level. My delegation once again calls upon the parties to exercise restraint, renounce the use of force and expeditiously resume direct talks to end the hostilities. We commend and support the international efforts to help defuse the situation, restart peace talks and facilitate the rehabilitation process. We will continue to work with the other Council members to ensure that the Council responds in a timely way to the current dramatic developments in the South Ossetian zone of conflict, with a view to de-escalating tension and bringing the parties to the negotiating table.”
2008-08-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5952 (2008) · source
“My delegation commends and supports Russia's efforts to de-escalate the tension by sending envoys to the region to restart the negotiating process aimed at finding a mutually acceptable and peaceful solution to the conflict. We believe that such initiatives are necessary to end the mounting violence and to bring the situation back under control.”
2008-08-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5951 (2008) · source
“Viet Nam is deeply concerned about the situation in the area of conflict of South Ossetia as tensions in the region are rising. We especially regret last week's and other incidents, which led to numerous fatalities, injuries and displacements. My delegation considers that force cannot resolve the conflict, but rather will destroy all hope of finding solutions. In that spirit, we call on both Georgia and South Ossetia to exercise restraint, put an immediate end to the military activities, strictly observe the agreement on the non-resumption of hostilities and renew direct talks towards a comprehensive and durable solution to the situation and towards preventing its deterioration.”
2008-08-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5951 (2008) · source
“My delegation commends the efforts of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) to assist the Government of Iraq in addressing key priority issues as mandated by Security Council resolution 1770 (2007), especially in terms of advancing national reconciliation, resolving issues of disputed internal territories, extending constitutional and electoral assistance, providing humanitarian relief and promoting regional dialogue. We support the continued presence and enhanced coordination of UNAMI and the United Nations country team in Iraq. We thank the United States delegation for the draft resolution on this issue and are ready to work constructively with other Council members towards a consensus text for early adoption.”
2008-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5949 (2008) · source
“Along with other encouraging developments such as the operationalization of regional working groups on energy, refugees and security and the normalization of bilateral relations between Iraq and neighbouring countries, we hope that this emerging partnership and cooperation will be sustained and will be translated into further concrete action to serve mutual interests of all relevant stakeholders, on the basis of respect for the political independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iraq.”
2008-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5949 (2008) · source
“Given the aforementioned progress that the Iraqi people and Government have achieved, and given the challenges they are still facing, my delegation - while firmly supporting the Iraqi people in their endeavour to tap their vast natural and human resources and promote their cause of reconciliation, stabilization and reconstruction * recognizes the important role that United Nations agencies, neighbouring countries and the international community can play in this connection. We are encouraged by a series of international events, including the meetings of Iraq's neighbours in Istanbul and Kuwait, the meeting of Arab parliamentarians in Erbil and the Compact Annual Review Conference in Stockholm, which reflect the international community's engagement in helping Iraq's reconstruction, development and reintegration.”
2008-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5949 (2008) · source
“They include sectarian violence and criminal acts, as manifested in the recent suicide bombings in Baghdad and some other areas; the delayed adoption of a package of laws on election and hydrocarbons; the unresolved status of Kirkuk; and the alarming rates of poverty and unemployment, as well as the humanitarian challenges caused by the internal and external displacement of Iraqi civilians. At the same time, much remains to be desired for enhancing national dialogue and reconciliation, advancing the legislative agenda and the constitutional review, curbing the illicit use of weapons and combating organized crime, promoting disarmament, demobilizing and reintegrating ex-combatants, creating an environment conducive to foreign and domestic investment and fostering socio-economic reform.”
2008-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5949 (2008) · source
“Equally noteworthy are macroeconomic records in increased domestic consumption, the revival of local businesses nationwide, a gross domestic product growth projected by the International Monetary Fund to be 8 per cent for the next two years, the decrease in inflation, the gradual settlement of external debt burdens, and significant revenues from oil exports. Against that backdrop, Iraq still faces challenges that remind us of the magnitude of the tasks to be completed in order to facilitate the country's smooth transition to durable peace and sustainable development.”
2008-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5949 (2008) · source
“During the four months since the most recent report of the Secretary-General was issued, Iraq has continued to make commendable efforts to consolidate and expand its political and socio-economic achievements, as reflected in the lowest levels of overall violence since March 2004; the promulgation of key legislation on justice, amnesty, provincial powers and budget execution; the enhanced capabilities of Iraqi security forces to independently maintain national security and the rule of law; the intensive preparations for the provincial elections scheduled for October 2008; the recent participation of all political factions in the Cabinet; and the Government's announcement of a six-point proposal entitled "Partnership for Development".”
2008-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5949 (2008) · source
“As this is the first time I am speaking this month at an official meeting of the Council on behalf of the Viet Nam delegation, I would like to extend to you, Sir, and to the delegation of Belgium our most heartfelt congratulations on your assumption of the presidency for this month. You can rest assured of my delegation's fullest support and cooperation in the discharge of your noble task. I would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Lynn Pascoe for his detailed briefing. I also thank Ambassador Wolff of the United States for his briefing on behalf of the Multinational Force in Iraq. We welcome the participation of the delegation of Iraq in this debate and thank its Ambassador for his statement.”
2008-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5949 (2008) · source
“I thank Ambassador Mohamad for his kind words to the presidency. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. As this is the last Council meeting under the presidency of Viet Nam, I wish to take this opportunity to express our sincere thanks to all my colleagues in the Council who have extended their most valuable cooperation to my delegation. I also wish to thank the Security Council secretariat team for its continued support throughout the month and to all of the other Secretariat staff members who have worked behind the scenes in supporting the work of the presidency. The meeting rose at 10.50 p.m.”
2008-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5947 (2008) · source
“We take note of the fact that those concerns are reflected in the ninth preambular paragraph of the resolution. I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council. I now give the floor to the representative of the Sudan.”
2008-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5947 (2008) · source
“Viet Nam holds that the Council must take a comprehensive approach to the Darfur conflict, which requires that attention be devoted equally to peace and justice; to the peace and political processes; to UNAMID's deployment and the safety of its staff, with a view to ensuring its effective operation; and to reconciliation in Darfur and in the Sudan at large. We share the concerns of the African Union, the League of Arab States and the Non-Aligned Movement, as well as those of many United Nations Member States and Council members, about the possible negative impact of a potential indictment requested by the International Criminal Court Prosecutor against the President of the Sudan on the peace process in that country and on the very operation of UNAMID.”
2008-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5947 (2008) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Viet Nam. Viet Nam voted in favour of the draft resolution contained in document S/2008/506 in accordance with our policy supporting the full and expeditious deployment of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) and, hence, the renewal of UNAMID's mandate for another 12 months, until 31 July 2009. We would like to thank the delegation of the United Kingdom for having submitted the draft resolution on which we have just voted. We note with appreciation that our contributions have been reflected in the text of the resolution.”
2008-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5947 (2008) · source
“2 In favour: Belgium, Burkina Faso, China, Costa Rica, Croatia, France, Indonesia, Italy, Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, Panama, Russian Federation, South Africa, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Viet Nam Against: None Abstaining: United States of America The President: The result of the voting is as follows: 14 votes in favour, none against and l abstention. The draft resolution has been adopted as resolution 1828 (2008). I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements following the voting.”
2008-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5947 (2008) · source
“The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document 8/2008/506, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Members also have before them the report of the Secretary-General on the deployment of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur in document S/2008/443. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show of hands.”
2008-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5947 (2008) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of the Sudan in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the consideration of the item, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Mohamad (Sudan) took the seat reserved for him at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
2008-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5947 (2008) · source
“Before adjourning this meeting, I should like, on behalf of the Council, to express sincere thanks to all the men and women who have served the United Nations Mission in Ethiopia and Eritrea over the past seven years for their dedication and professionalism in carrying out the mandate entrusted to them by the Security Council. There are no further speakers on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 10.35 am. 08-44376”
2008-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5946 (2008) · source
“In favour: Belgium, Burkina Faso, China, Costa Rica, Croatia, France, Indonesia, Italy, Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, Panama, Russian Federation, South Africa, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America, Viet Nam The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1827 (2008). I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements following the voting.”
2008-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5946 (2008) · source
“Members also have before them document S/2008/226, containing the special report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Mission in Ethiopia and Eritrea, and document S/2008/496, containing a letter dated 28 July 2008 from the Secretary-General addressed to the President of the Security Council. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show of hands.”
2008-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5946 (2008) · source
“I thank Ambassador Spatafora for his statement. Once again, I wish him all the best. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted. The situation between Eritrea and Ethiopia Special report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Mission in Ethiopia and Eritrea (S/2008/226) The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document S/2008/49l, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by Belgium.”
2008-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5946 (2008) · source
“His remarkable contributions to the work of the Council and the passion he has put into his work by speaking straight from his heart will always be remembered by his colleagues with gratitude. In bidding Ambassador Spatafora a fond farewell, the other members of the Council and I wish him every success in his new undertakings.”
2008-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5946 (2008) · source
“As this is the last time that Ambassador Marcello Spatafora will participate in a Council meeting in his capacity as Permanent Representative of Italy, I wish to take this opportunity to express to him, on behalf of the members of the Council, our appreciation of him, both as a colleague and as a friend. Ambassador Spatafora's diplomatic skill, affable manner and sense of collegiality have made him a highly effective representative of his country. His distinguished career has been characterized by many challenging postings, where he has always endeavoured to build bridges and achieve better understanding. Ambassador Spatafora will be remembered as a fervent advocate of the work of the Council who always strived to work in cooperation and harmony with other Council members.”
2008-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5946 (2008) · source
“There are no further speakers inscribed on my list. In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I would like to invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion of the matter. The meeting rose at 10.50 am. 08-43530”
2008-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5942 (2008) · source
“I now give the floor to His Excellency Mr. Ali Ahmed Jama Jengeli, Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Transitional Federal Government of Somalia.”
2008-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5942 (2008) · source
“I thank Mr. Ould Abdallah for his briefing. I now give the floor to Mr. Ramtane Lamamra, Commissioner for Peace and Security of the African Union.”
2008-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5942 (2008) · source
“It is so decided. I invite Mr. Lamamra to take a seat at the Council table. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Somalia, document S/2008/466. At this meeting, the Security Council will hear a briefing by Mr. Ahmedou Ould Abdallah, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Somalia. I now give him the floor.”
2008-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5942 (2008) · source
“Ali Ahmed Jama Jengeli, Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Transitional Federal Government of Somalia. In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Mr. Ahmedou OuId Abdallah, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Somalia. It is so decided. I invite Mr. Ould Abdallah to take a seat at the Council table. I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the Permanent Representative of South Africa requesting that the Security Council extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to His Excellency Mr. Ramtame Lamamra, Commissioner for Peace and Security of the African Union.”
2008-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5942 (2008) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Somalia in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the consideration Without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Jengeli (Somalia) took a seat at the Council table. The President: On behalf of the Council, I extend a warm welcome to His Excellency Mr.”
2008-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5942 (2008) · source
“In favour: Belgium, Burkina Faso, China, Costa Rica, Croatia, France, Indonesia, Italy, Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, Panama, Russian Federation, South Africa, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America, Viet Nam. The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1825 (2008). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 10.15 am. 08-43524”
2008-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5941 (2008) · source
“Members of the Council have before them document S/2008/472, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Members of the Council also have before them document S/2008/454, containing the report of the Secretary-General on the request of Nepal for United Nations assistance in support of its peace process. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show of hands.”
2008-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5941 (2008) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Nepal, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the consideration without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Acharya (Nepal) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations.”
2008-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5941 (2008) · source
“There are a still a number of speakers remaining on my list for this meeting. Therefore, I intend, with the concurrence of the members of the Council, to suspend the meeting until 3.30 pm. The meeting was suspended at 1.50 pm.”
2008-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5940 (2008) · source
“I thank the representative of Cuba for his kind words about our presidency of the Council. I now give the floor to the representative of Qatar.”
2008-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5940 (2008) · source
“I thank the representative of the Syrian Arab Republic for his kind words about Viet Nam's presidency of the Council. I now give the floor to the representative of Cuba.”
2008-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5940 (2008) · source
“While continuing to support the full implementation of resolution 1701 (2006), we urge the parties concerned to put an end to those acts that are complicating this process, including targeted attacks against Lebanese civilians and United Nations Interim Forces in Lebanon personnel, Israeli air violations and the continued detention of prisoners, and to resolve the issue of the status of the Shaba'a farms, thus helping to assert Lebanon's independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity, promote its stability, and contribute to an improved political and security environment in the region. I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council. I now give the floor to the representative of Lebanon.”
2008-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5940 (2008) · source
“Regarding Lebanon, in light of the positive political atmosphere created by the signing of the Doha agreement and the ongoing mediation efforts of the League of Arab States and regional countries, we urge all parties in Lebanon to build on the momentum of national reconciliation and extend their full support to the newly established national unity Government. We 08-4326] also urge them to search for compromise solutions to promote the country's political stability, socio- economic development and regional and international integration.”
2008-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5940 (2008) · source
“Viet Nam calls upon the parties concerned to renounce violence, implement hard-earned agreements, abide scrupulously by their obligations under international law - particularly human rights and humanitarian laws - and take further concrete action to advance the peace process towards its stated goals on the basis of United Nations resolutions, the principle of land for peace, the Arab peace initiative and the Annapolis outcome. We urge Israel to put an end to restrictive measures, open border crossings and ensure unfettered access for humanitarian assistance to the Palestinian people in Gaza. We underline the importance of the continued support of the international community, especially the United Nations, the Quartet and regional countries for a solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.”
2008-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5940 (2008) · source
“The Middle East conflict has been going on for too long. If there is a lesson that must be learned from that, it is that wanton bloodshed produces no winners. Peaceful negotiations remain the only means to achieve the legitimate aspirations of the Palestinians to an end to occupation and an independent sovereign State of their own; those of Arab States to reclaiming occupied territories; and those of Israel to sustainable security.”
2008-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5940 (2008) · source
“Among worrisome realities have been Israel's continued military incursions into the West Bank, its plan to expand illegal settlements in the Palestinian territory, its ongoing construction of the separation wall, its imposition of closures and restrictions on freedom of movement and access to persons and goods in Gaza, and its continued detention of thousands of Palestinian prisoners. Equally serious are the fact that the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to deteriorate in all aspects and double its impact on the lives of the Palestinian people, who have been suffering for months from the lack of food and medical supplies; the suspension of electricity and fuel supplies; the halting of services in hospitals; the withholding of heating supplies in winter; and the paralysed functioning of sanitation and water facilities.”
2008-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5940 (2008) · source
“Positive developments include the engagement of Israel and Palestine in negotiations on final status issues, the strong support pledged at the international conferences held in Paris, Bethlehem and Berlin for the establishment of a Palestinian State, and the high-level diplomacy initiatives and mediation efforts of the Quartet, the League of Arab States and regional countries. Alongside the tangible progress reached among Israel and relevant parties on ceasefires, prisoner exchanges and other areas of mutual concern, the further steps undertaken by the Palestinian Authority to enhance national unity, security and rule of law, promote foreign investment and pursue socio-economic development reforms can also be mentioned. Notwithstanding those developments, the Middle East situation remains complex and volatile.”
2008-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5940 (2008) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as representative of Viet Nam. I join others in thanking Under-Secretary-General Lynn Pascoe for his detailed briefing. We associate ourselves with the statement to be delivered by the Permanent Representative of Cuba on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement. As Ambassador Gillerman is leaving us, I wish him all the best in his future professional and personal life. Since the Council last held an open debate under this agenda item almost a year ago, the situation in the Middle East has witnessed the emergence of a broad spectrum of new opportunities and new challenges.”
2008-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5940 (2008) · source