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1. “The fate of missing persons also remains a serious strain on all communities in Kosovo. Resolving that remains a crucial obstacle to reconciliation, and should therefore receive the necessary attention by the authorities. To that end, the European Union welcomes the work of the newly established Office on Missing Persons and Forensics. In conclusion, I would like to stress that the European Union remains supportive of the Special Representative's policy of "Standards before Status". The focus of the Kosovo politicians must be on achieving a culture based on the rule of law, tackling crime and violence, and ensuring economic progress before considering the future status of Kosovo. The final status of Kosovo will need to be addressed in due course in line with resolution 1244 (1999).”

   2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source

2. “There is nothing to loose by cooperation for the people in the northern part of Mitrovica. They only stand to gain. The issue of returns remains the test of Kosovo's progress towards a multi-ethnic society. The European Union remains supportive of UNMIK efforts to increase the pace of returns. In that regard, we welcome the information in the Secretary-General's report that the previous trend of net outflow of minorities has stopped. The European Union furthermore welcomes the cooperation between UNMIK and Belgrade in ensuring that returns are sustainable. However, much more could be done. We regret the reports of local obstruction of returns and urge all authorities to work with UNMIK and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees to improve the conditions for returns.”

   2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source

3. “It also depends on the full cooperation of local actors such as UNMIK and the Kosovo Force (KFOR) in the implementation of resolution 1244 (1999). In that connection, we stress the importance of continuing the process towards further decentralization. We reiterate our call on Belgrade to discontinue its financial and political support of the parallel structures, including the bridge watchers. Kosovo Serb judges and prosecutors must work within legitimate legal structures and thereby contribute to upholding the rule of law in Kosovo. To achieve that, we must replace fear with trust and build confidence through the concrete measures proposed by the Special Representative. That will open the way to ending confrontation between those on opposite sides of the Ibar.”

   2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source

4. “In that regard, the European Union supports the work of the Kosovo Trust Agency in establishing clear property ownership, facilitating and protecting new investments, and putting idle assets into productive use. We expect to see full support from all parties to meet the difficult challenges ahead. Continued efforts to combat organized crime and corruption will also be essential for creating a sustainable basis for economic development in Kosovo. The European Union welcomes the work done by the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and the Kosovo Police Service in that regard. United Nations authority throughout Kosovo is unconditional. There can be no partition, no mono- ethnicity and no parallel structures. Progress in Mitrovica depends on replacing parallel structures with legitimate institutions.”

   2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source

5. “We share the view of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Steiner, that the Serb minority, by staying away from the ballot, missed an opportunity to contribute to shaping its communities. Laying the foundation for economic progress is key to putting Kosovo on the path to a better future. We agree with the Secretary-General that the main challenges are creating jobs, ensuring that the basis for a market economy takes firm root and increasing the capacity of the Kosovo workforce through education and training. The Provisional Institutions must assume primary responsibility for the economic and social progress of all of Kosovo's inhabitants.”

   2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source

6. “The European Union commends the professional manner in which it was held. We consider the election as both free and fair. We, therefore, join the Council of Europe in describing it as a significant step in the process of creating a democratic society in Kosovo. One incident, however, did cast a shadow over the otherwise peaceful elections. That was the killing of the President of the Municipal Assembly and two other persons in Suhareke/Suva Reka. The European Union strongly condemns those killings. As they represent an attack on democracy in Kosovo, the perpetrators must be brought to justice. The municipal elections were characterized by great variations in voter participation from district to district. The European Union regrets the low participation among the Serb minority in certain areas.”

   2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source

7. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The Central and Eastern European countries associated with the European Union - Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Slovakia and Slovenia - and the associated countries Cyprus, Malta and Turkey, as well as the European Free Trade Association country of the European Economic Area, Iceland, align themselves with this statement. At the outset, I would like to thank Under- Secretary-General Guehenno for his comprehensive briefing. That briefing, together with the Secretary- General's report, gives a broad overview of the recent developments in Kosovo. On 26 October, municipal elections took place in Kosovo. It was the first election in which all Municipal Assemblies were elected for a four-year term.”

   2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source

8. “Furthermore, it could address issues concerning the future stability and development of the region, including strengthened regional integration and cooperation. The European Union stands ready to discuss cooperation with the countries of the region, the United Nations and the African Union on such a conference. The EU supports the recommendation to establish a monitoring mechanism. Allow me to conclude by reaffirming the commitment of the European Union to contribute to bringing an end to the illegal exploitation of the resources of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The EU will continuously engage in cooperation with the countries of the region and the international community to secure peace, stability, democracy and sustainable development in the Great Lakes region.”

   2002-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4642 (2002) · source

9. “The EU has continuously called upon all Congolese parties to reach an all-inclusive agreement on power-sharing and transitional institutions. The EU also supports the conclusion that all rebel groups in the Democratic Republic of the Congo should be disarmed and all foreign forces withdrawn, in accordance with existing peace agreements. The EU has constantly reminded all parties to the conflict of their obligations in that regard. The EU is considering the Panel's call to hold an international conference on peace, security, democracy and sustainable development in the Great Lakes region. Such a conference could provide a platform for addressing a number of the cross-border challenges of importance to the conflict.”

   2002-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4642 (2002) · source

10. “The European Union considers it important that Governments urge private enterprises to adhere to the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises. The EU stresses the importance of the Kimberley Process, which aims at organizing the certificates of origin system in the diamond sector. Restrictions on certain business enterprises and individuals may be necessary to curb the illegal exploitation of the natural resources of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The European Union is ready to assist the Security Council in that regard. The European Union shares the analysis that the establishment of an inclusive, transitional Government in Kinshasa is very important.”

    2002-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4642 (2002) · source

11. “Furthermore, the European Union will closely examine the recommendations listed in the report regarding putting financial and technical measures in place, the need for institutional reform and ensuring a peace dividend. Full implementation of the Lusaka Agreement will create an environment conducive to international investments and further development assistance. The EU echoes the report's call on national Governments of all countries where individuals, companies and financial institutions involved in illegal activities are based to assume their part of the responsibility. They should ensure that those individuals and entities are made accountable, while ensuring them the right and the opportunity to defend themselves against the accusations.”

    2002-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4642 (2002) · source

12. “The conclusions and recommendations of the Panel's report will be an important input into this process. The report suggests the creation of forceful incentives and disincentives to change the present patterns of illegal exploitation. Investments and exploitation of resources in a legal and sustainable way should be encouraged, thereby contributing to the economic stability of the whole region and benefiting the population at large. The European Union agrees that the international community must undertake efforts to fight those illegal practices and put pressure on those involved in these activities. We must focus on how to control the utilization of natural resources. Securing the national borders of the Democratic Republic of the Congo is an important step in this regard.”

    2002-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4642 (2002) · source

13. “The report claims that elite networks continue the illegal exploitation of the Democratic Republic of the Congo despite the positive political and military dynamic created by the agreements of Pretoria and Luanda and despite the two previous reports from the United Nations Panel of Experts. We therefore welcome the fact that the Governments accused of this can take the floor here to defend themselves. If the claims are true, however, this activity must be strongly condemned from all sides and stopped. Evidently, combating such well-organized exploitation will not be simple. It will require consolidated action by the international community and national Governments, both in the Great Lakes region and elsewhere, based on a process of thorough consideration and analysis.”

    2002-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4642 (2002) · source

14. “The conflict has dramatic consequences for the civilian population of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, especially in the eastern parts. The continuation of these illegal economic activities constitutes a serious obstacle to a peaceful resolution of the conflict. This is unacceptable by all moral, ethical and political standards. Parties to the conflict at all levels have, according to the report, taken part in the illegal exploitation. Governments, Government officials, including army officers, local administrations, individuals, armed groups and companies have been involved.”

    2002-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4642 (2002) · source

15. “The EU would like to underline the importance of discussing the economic aspects of conflicts in general and especially the connections between political and economic dynamics in conflict situations. We therefore welcome an open and transparent debate regarding the problems of resource exploitation. The European Union welcomes the final report and commends the Panel of Experts for its investigations and recommendations. The EU is looking forward to the outcome of the debate in the Security Council on the report. The situation described in the report is most disturbing. The economic aspects of the conflict, and especially the illegal exploitation of natural resources, have fuelled the conflict and increased the human suffering.”

    2002-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4642 (2002) · source

16. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU). The countries of Central and Eastern Europe associated with the European Union - Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Slovakia and Slovenia - and the associated countries Cyprus, Malta, Turkey, as well as the country of the European Economic Area that is a member of the European Free Trade Association - Iceland - align themselves with this statement. First permit me to congratulate you, Sir, on China's assumption of the presidency of the Security Council. Allow me also to commend the presidency of the Security Council on convening this open meeting on the important final report of the Panel of Experts on the Illegal Exploitation of Natural Resources and Other Forms of Wealth of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”

    2002-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4642 (2002) · source

17. “In this context, the European Union would like to stress the importance of enhanced cooperation and coordination between different international actors in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Through the Stabilization and Association Agreement and EUPM, the European Union will continue to work with the authorities and people of Bosnia and Herzegovina in their endeavours to build a well-functioning, multi-ethnic society.”

    2002-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4631 (2002) · source

18. “Finally, the European Union noted with satisfaction that the mandate of the United Nations Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina (UNMIBH) has been prolonged until the end of the year. After seven years, UNMIBH has now successfully fulfilled its mandate in the area of police reform and restructuring. The prolongation will ensure an orderly transition between the United Nations mission and the European Union Police Mission (EUPM), which will take over on 1 January 2003. I am happy to inform the Council that the Status of Forces agreement between the European Union and Bosnia and Herzegovina relating to EUPM. was signed in Sarajevo earlier this month, enabling the immediate follow-on of that mission when UNMIBH ends its work.”

    2002-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4631 (2002) · source

19. “In 2002 alone, there have been more than 60,000 registered returns, resulting in a total of almost 900,000 returnees. More still needs to be done in order to create a favourable climate for the acceptance of returnees. The European Union therefore strongly regrets the local obstruction to returns and urges all authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina to honour their commitment to address the outstanding legal and administrative issues in this regard. The adequate allocation of resources by the Bosnia and Herzegovina authorities towards the sustainability of the return of refugees and internally displaced persons is of utmost importance. In that regard, I would ask Lord Ashdown to elaborate on the remaining obstacles to the return of refugees and to comment on the plans to dissolve the refugee department.”

    2002-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4631 (2002) · source

20. “Unless those destructive structures are brought down, international efforts to promote democracy and economic development will not be sustainable. In this respect, I would like to ask about the upcoming conference in London on 25 November, which in our view will be a good opportunity for the countries in the region to live up to their commitments and to set clear targets in order to strengthen the fight against organized crime. I would like to hear Lord Ashdown's view as to how we can ensure an effective and positive contribution from that conference to the fight against organized crime. Thirdly, the European Union emphasizes the need for a sustainable solution to the issue of displaced persons. In recent years, there has been a steady improvement of the return figures.”

    2002-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4631 (2002) · source

21. “This was a call for a more efficient political system and for faster social and economical reforms. Here, I would like to ask Lord Ashdown how he sees the possible outcome of the deliberations regarding the formation of a new Government, and when we can expect to have a well functioning Bosnian Government in place. I would like to ask him in particular if he has any indication on the matter from the Bosnian parties. Secondly, the existence of organized crime and corruption prevents the roots of progress and democratic development from taking hold. Organized crime is a threat to the rule of law, democracy, human rights, social progress and economic reform. Organized crime is, in other words, a threat to security and stability.”

    2002-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4631 (2002) · source

22. “Bosnia and Herzegovina went to the ballots on 5 October, seven years after the signing of the Dayton Peace Agreement. Politicians were elected for the first time for a period of four years. It was also the first time that the Bosnian authorities themselves assumed responsibility for the election process. The European Union commends the electoral authorities for their professional organization of the elections, which were carried out in a peaceful manner. At the same time, the European Union regrets the low participation in the election, which the High Representative has characterized as protest vote. The people of Bosnia and Herzegovina have shown their disappointment with the inadequate progress in creating change and building a better future.”

    2002-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4631 (2002) · source

23. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The countries of Central and Eastern Europe associated with the European Union - Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia - and the associated countries Cyprus, Malta and Turkey, as well as the European Free Trade Association country members of the European Economic Area Iceland, align themselves with the comments I am going to make. The full text of our remarks will be available in writing. I would like to make a few comments, and then ask a few questions. At the outset, I would like to thank the High Representative, Paddy Ashdown, and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Jacques Klein, for their briefings.”

    2002-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4631 (2002) · source

24. “Allow me to conclude by reaffirming the commitment of the European Union to help strengthen the regional capacities in Central Africa in order to secure peace, democracy and economic stability. The EU is ready to cooperate fully in this endeavour with the United Nations system and Central Africa.”

    2002-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4630 (2002) · source

25. “These will strengthen the relations between the European Union and the Central African States in full conformity with World Trade Organization rules and will foster regional integration. Apart from the Cotonou Agreement, it should also be noted that the European Union has launched or contributed to a number of other initiatives in the area of conflict prevention and management in Africa. Furthermore, the EU member countries have contributed to peacekeeping in Africa both financially and through participation in United Nations peacekeeping operations. Let me just add that the European Union follows the developments in the Great Lakes region closely and is studying the possibility of organizing an international conference on peace, security, democracy and development in the region.”

    2002-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4630 (2002) · source

26. “If this growing sense of regional responsibility and ownership continues to grow and is expressed in a genuine political will for cooperation, then other countries and the United Nations should help to enhance the institutional capacities of the region and cooperate closely with them. The European Union is fully committed to working closely and at all levels with the United Nations and the region. In the Cotonou Agreement, the European Union has established long-term contractual partnerships with the countries in the Central African region. One of the priority areas of the Agreement is that of supporting regional integration and cooperation. Among other things, we have entered into negotiations for regional economic partnership agreements.”

    2002-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4630 (2002) · source

27. “But an important prerequisite for consolidating regional peace, democracy and economic stability is the existence of a genuine political will among the Central African States to cooperate. In this regard the EU is happy to note that there is evidence of an increasing feeling of collective responsibility for securing peace and stability in the Central African region. At the regional level the recent establishment of the African Union and the adoption of the New Partnership for Africa's Development are positive steps towards building Africa's capacity to prevent and manage all aspects of conflicts through the strengthening of existing regional and subregional initiatives.”

    2002-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4630 (2002) · source

28. “The European Union supports the view that there is a need for a closer look at the opportunities for strengthening regional integration and cooperation in the Central African region. Regional integration and cooperation would contribute to the integration of the Central African countries into the world economy and play a decisive role in consolidating peace and preventing conflict. This would enable the countries involved to face cross-border challenges, in particular in the field of the environment and the use and management of natural resources. The subregional organizations in the Central African region could be important building blocks for regional political and economic integration, and they could contribute in securing peace and prosperity.”

    2002-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4630 (2002) · source

29. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU). The countries of Central and Eastern Europe associated with the European Union - Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia - and the Associated Countries Cyprus, Malta and Turkey align themselves with this statement. Allow me to congratulate the presidency of the Council on convening this open session in the Security Council on the strengthening of cooperation between the United Nations system and Central Africa in the maintenance of peace and security. I would also like to thank you, Mr. President, for giving me the opportunity to speak on behalf of the European Union.”

    2002-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4630 (2002) · source

30. “It stipulates a set of principles and measures that the EU will pursue in relevant international and regional forums, and it contains provisions for technical and financial assistance. The Union is continuously developing the Joint Action in the light of experience. Thus far, we have had success in a wide variety of projects, but we can improve - and we will do so. Therefore, the EU, in July 2002, decided to extend the scope of the Action's application to include ammunition. We look forward to and welcome any initiatives on strengthening our common efforts in the fight against the spread of small arms and light weapons in an effective and lasting way.”

    2002-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4623Resumption1 (2002) · source

31. “Secondly, the Council should continue to strengthen the provisions in its mandates for peacekeeping operations on the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of former combatants, as well as measures for the collection and destruction of illicit and surplus weapons. Finally, the Council should establish monitoring mechanisms under each relevant Council resolution in order to further ensure implementation. The European Union, for its part, stands ready to contribute to, and to support efforts towards, a world free of the illicit trade in and proliferation of these weapons. The EU Joint Action on Small Arms and Light Weapons constitutes the overall framework for EU policy within that field.”

    2002-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4623Resumption1 (2002) · source

32. “On behalf of the European Union I would like to thank the Security Council for its decisions and actions thus far with regard to small arms and light weapons. The EU encourages the Security Council to continue its ongoing efforts and to add impetus to implementation at the operational level. As a first step, the EU would propose that the Council concentrate its efforts on a limited number of the recommendations. First, in order to ensure concrete effects, the Council should encourage Member States to enforce all its sanctions resolutions, including those that impose arms embargoes, and it should call for investigation of alleged violations of those embargoes.”

    2002-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4623Resumption1 (2002) · source

33. “The outcome should include proposals for strengthening and further developing the measures contained in the Programme of Action. Legally binding commitments on marking and tracing, as well as on brokering, should be further pursued. That must be followed up in 2005. Only thus will we be able to achieve concrete results and to further our initial goals at the 2006 review conference. The EU commends the Secretary-General for his report (S/2002/1053) on small arms. We welcome his recommendations. They are well founded and constructive, and they merit implementation. We remain convinced that initiatives by Member States, by the General Assembly, by the Security Council and by all other relevant bodies and organs must be mutually reinforcing.”

    2002-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4623Resumption1 (2002) · source

34. “However, we must now look ahead. In this regard, the EU welcomes the emergence of new partnerships among States, civil society and non- governmental organizations as a follow-up to the Conference. The European Union actively pursues the prompt implementation of the Programme of Action. This is not only a disarmament issue. The problem is multi- dimensional and should be addressed accordingly. We remain committed to an effective, ambitious and continuous follow-up process leading, through the biennial meetings to be held in 2003 and 2005, to the review conference to be held in 2006. The EU stands ready to assume responsibility in this process. The meeting in 2003 will be the first occasion to take stock of the progress made. Stock-taking must be dynamic and operational.”

    2002-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4623Resumption1 (2002) · source

35. “The European Union would like to emphasize the importance of addressing the problem at all levels: national, regional and international. Today's debate in the Council is therefore timely and, indeed, necessary. The EU actively seeks to alleviate the human suffering caused by these weapons. First and foremost, we need to counter the illicit trade and proliferation of small arms and light weapons. The European Union played an active part in the 2001 United Nations Conference on the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects. We engaged constructively in the elaboration of the United Nations Programme of Action. We had hoped for a stronger Programme. We especially would have liked to see firmer commitments in regard to export controls, stockpile management, marking and tracing, as well as brokering.”

    2002-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4623Resumption1 (2002) · source

36. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU). The countries of Central and Eastern Europe associated with the European Union - Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia - and the associated countries, Cyprus, Malta and Turkey, as well as the European Free Trade Association country of the European Economic Area, Iceland, align themselves with this statement. Mr. President, thank you for convening this open debate of the Security Council. Currently more than 500 million small arms and light weapons are estimated to be in circulation worldwide. The uncontrolled accumulation and spread of these weapons have devastating political, social, economic and humanitarian consequences. The issue calls for urgent international action.”

    2002-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4623Resumption1 (2002) · source

37. “I shall conclude by underlining that the European Union remains fully committed to supporting the peaceful long-term development of Kosovo. We encourage all parties to continue to work together in a responsible manner towards achieving this common objective.”

    2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source

38. “In particular, the European Union deplores that these events took place in an area that is of great importance for the implementation of the return programme in Kosovo. The European Union notes the recent progress achieved in the return process with the assistance of UNMIK and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, and we reaffirm the importance of continuing to work towards a more favourable climate for the acceptance of returnees. We encourage further collaboration between UNMIK and the Kosovo provisional institutions to establish the necessary conditions for the acceleration of the return process. At the same time, it is important that the returns take place in an orderly fashion to ensure the sustainability of this process.”

    2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source

39. “The European Union is confident that recent arrests have taken place in accordance with the established judicial process and have been carried out regardless of the ethnic, national or political affiliation of the suspects. The European Union calls upon all politicians in Kosovo to contribute to a society that respects the rule of law and in which the judiciary performs its functions without political interference. This is a basic requirement for progress in Kosovo, as well as for closer relations with the European Union. The European Union expresses its strong concern regarding recent events in the area of Fee, where UNMIK police and KFOR came under fire from several attackers while protecting Kosovo Serb farmers.”

    2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source

40. “In particular, the European Union deeply regrets that the demonstrations protesting the arrest of former members of the Kosovo Liberation Army and others led to violent clashes between demonstrators and UNMIK police and KFOR and resulted in large numbers of injured. We also deplore the statement of the Kosovo Government which imputed a political motivation into efforts to uphold the rule of law in Kosovo. The European Union fully supports UNMIK's efforts to maintain order and uphold the rule of law in Kosovo. The authority of UNMIK in this respect is clearly established by the Security Council in resolution 1244 (1999).”

    2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source

41. “Allow me also at the outset to welcome the recent appointment of Mr. Francesco Bastagli as the deputy head of the United Nations Interim Administration in Kosovo (UNMIK) in charge of civil administration. The European Union is satisfied that Kosovo continues to move in the right direction towards the full implementation of resolution 1244 (1999). We welcome the continuing progress in the preparations for the municipal elections on 26 October, and we are encouraged by the latest figures on the number of political entities from all communities that have been certified. The creation of a multi-ethnic coalition following the recent municipal elections in southern Serbia should serve as inspiration for the parties in Kosovo. At the same time, however, we are seriously concerned by recent events that have increased political tensions in Kosovo.”

    2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source

42. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The countries of Central and Eastern Europe associated with the European Union - Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Slovakia and Slovenia - and the associated countries Cyprus, Malta and Turkey, as well as the European Free Trade Association countries members of the European Economic Area, Iceland and Liechtenstein, align themselves with this statement. Let me begin by congratulating you, Mr. Minister, as others who have spoken before me have done, on Bulgaria's assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of September. I would like to thank Assistant Secretary-General Annabi for his informative briefing on the latest developments in Kosovo since the meeting of the Council on 30 July.”

    2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source

43. “Steiner to the Council in April, those benchmarks represent expectations for the Kosovo leaders and the wider public. In order to be successful, the process must involve a joint effort by UNMIK and the provisional institutions to establish a common understanding on the road map to the future.”

    2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source

44. “The illegal parallel structures in Mitrovica and in the northern part of Kosovo should be dismantled and the full authority of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) restored. We call on the authorities of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia to further cooperate with UNMIK in ensuring that Mitrovica becomes an integrated part of Kosovo society and administration. The European Union also encourages further progress in the general dialogue between UNMIK and the authorities of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia based on the UNMIK/Federal Republic of Yugoslavia Common Document, in fulfilment of resolution 1244 (1999). In this statement I have touched upon most of the areas for which benchmarks have been established. The European Union confirms its strong support for the benchmark process. As stated by Mr.”

    2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source

45. “The Assembly's adoption, earlier this month, of a resolution on the rights of communities and conditions for returns will, it is hoped, contribute to the acceleration of the process. The absence of reported grave ethnically motivated assaults and the improved freedom of movement for Kosovo Serbs are also positive developments. Not knowing the fate of missing relatives constitutes a serious strain on all communities in Kosovo and is a major obstacle to reconciliation. We therefore commend and support Special Representative Steiner's endeavours in that field. Moreover, the European Union urges the authorities of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia to continue to cooperate with the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia. The situation in Mitrovica continues to be a major concern to the European Union.”

    2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source

46. “Thus, the European Union welcomes the recent understanding between UNMIK and the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia on securing Kosovo Serb participation in the multi-ethnic judicial system. We hope that UNMIK will continue its efforts to increase the number of judges and prosecutors from minority groups. The European Union expresses its strong concern at the slow pace of the process of return to Kosovo. We are therefore encouraged by the Secretary-General's observation that a climate more favourable for the acceptance of returnees is emerging in local communities, thanks to UNMIK's commitment to achieving sustainable returns over the course of this year. The availability of adequate funding is crucial to ensuring progress on returns, as is the continued presence in Kosovo of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees.”

    2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source

47. “The constitutional framework provides a clear distinction between transferred responsibilities and those reserved for the Special Representative. We fully endorse the Special Representative's firm response on recent matters relating to responsibilities for international relations. It is natural that the provisional institutions take interest in questions that have an influence on the situation in Kosovo, but their focus should be on issues under their jurisdiction. The European Union notes with satisfaction that guidelines have now been issued to the provisional institutions of self-government on entering into agreements with Governments and with international organizations. The participation of minorities is vital to the functioning and legitimacy of the judicial system in Kosovo.”

    2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source

48. “Over the past two years, Kosovo has successfully worked to achieve a more open political environment. That trend must continue. It is extremely important that members of all communities, including those who boycotted the 2000 elections, participate in the municipal elections on 26 October. It is therefore encouraging that the recently concluded political entity certification period provided promising signals for increased minority community participation. The European Union fully supports the efforts of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe to ensure free and fair elections, and we are confident that the authorities in Belgrade will reiterate last year's appeal to the Kosovo Serbs to participate in the election process.”

    2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source

49. “Steiner when he last addressed the Security Council, three months ago. Nevertheless, only through a sustained effort by all parties will we succeed in fully implementing resolution 1244 (1999). The international community has taken on a responsibility for ensuring the long-term stability and development of Kosovo, and the European Union remains firmly committed to that goal. An important element in implementing resolution 1244 (1999) is the creation of a culture based on the rule of law. As reported by the Secretary-General, a big step forward has been taken in this reporting period, not least with the formation of Kosovo's multi-ethnic Government. We have noted that the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and the provisional institutions have developed a constructive relationship.”

    2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source

50. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The countries of Central and Eastern Europe associated with the European Union - Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Slovakia and Slovenia - the associated countries Cyprus, Malta and Turkey, and the European Free Trade Association countries belonging to the European Economic Area, Iceland and Liechtenstein, align themselves with this statement. I should like to thank the Deputy Prime Minister, Mr. Nebojsa Covie, and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Michael Steiner, for their statements. The Special Representative's briefing, together with the Secretary-General's report, reinforces the impression of continued progress in Kosovo since the update given by Mr.”

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