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Loulichki

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first: 2001-08-20
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“We value the efforts of neighbouring States to assist Afghan refugees, and we look forward to the orderly and voluntary repatriation of those refugees to their homeland. Finally, we look forward the conclusions of the Tokyo conference in July 2012, aimed at building on the outcomes of the Bonn and Istanbul Conferences and at ensuring delivery on the commitments made by the international community towards Afghanistan's stability and sustainable economic development. As Ambassador Zahir Tanin put it, Afghanistan has a long way to go and counts on the international community to remain steadfast and assist it in making it a successful transition. We hope that the Council, which has an important role to play, will heed that call. To that end, Morocco supports the extension of the mandate of UNAMA for an additional 12 months.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“We also express our support for the Afghan Government during the ongoing transition period, which should be completed by the end of 2014, consistent with the Kabul process, and aim at enabling the Afghan Government to fully exercise its sovereign authority over its entire national territory. We consider that the phase of transformation from 2015 to 2024 will enable Afghanistan to complete the building of its institutions and achieve a democratic and stable country based on the rule of law, respect for human rights and good governance. Morocco encourages Afghanistan to pursue political dialogue and partnerships with its neighbouring countries, with a view to strengthening cooperation in areas such as security, anti-terrorism, counter-narcotics and the problem of refugees.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“We commend the role of UNAMA for its real multifaceted engagement in Afghanistan, as well as the International Security Assistance Force and its efforts to keep peace in the country in a very difficult environment. In that regard, we appreciate the recommendations listed in the comprehensive review of the mandated activities of UNAMA, as requested under resolution 1974 (2011). We support a comprehensive and inclusive Afghan-led and Afghan- owned political process, which should lead Afghan authorities to address the challenges of stabilizing the country and reconciling different communities.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“The sustained progress in the implementation of the Afghan Peace and Reintegration Programme helped thousands of combatants to disengage from fighting in order to reintegrate into Afghan society. Health and education sectors also recorded real progress for the benefit of the vulnerable population. The security situation, however, remains a real concern for all, despite the decrease in security related events in December 2011 and January 2012, compared to the previous two-month reporting period of last year. Despite those challenges, we cannot fail to acknowledge that approximately 50 per cent of the Afghan population lives in areas where responsibility for security has been handed over to Afghan security forces.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“Allow me, at the outset, to welcome Mr. Jan Kubis, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Afghanistan and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), and thank him for his presentation. At the same time, I would like to express our appreciation to Ambassador Zahir Tanin for his update on the situation in his country. Throughout the period covered by the report of the Secretary-General (S/2012/133), the situation in Afghanistan witnessed significant progress in several aspects. Indeed, the national political dialogue among Afghans evolved significantly during that period, and we express the hope that those steps will boost the peace process.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“Mr. Loulichki (Morocco) (spoke in French): I shall be very brief. Earlier, a delegation thought it was a good idea to refer to a situation that has absolutely nothing to do with today's debate. It made comparisons that are as baseless as they are inopportune. I intend neither to follow nor to entertain that attempt to disrupt our debate, much less to detract from the positive message of support and encouragement that we hope will emerge from this high-level meeting. That is our goal and should be the goal of all delegations. I would like each and every one of them to adhere to that premise and to contribute in a positive manner.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“The road towards strengthening and building democracy is long and wearisome and calls for wisdom and foresight in entrenching the foundations of stability, without which true democratic institutions and structures cannot be established. The international community has a great responsibility and role to play in guaranteeing the success of these efforts and in offering support and encouragement of all kinds throughout every stage of democratic transition. We hope that the international community will not disappoint the peoples who are waiting for and aspiring to that transition.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“That is what we hope to accomplish in the Arab Maghreb region, which has seen positive and unprecedented movement in recent months that is cause for optimism. We will work tirelessly to maintain these dynamics in order to confront many of the challenges we continue to face and the dangerous threats to our security and territorial integrity. We hope that these efforts will enjoy the active support of all countries of the region. In closing, no one can underestimate the difficulties and obstacles to be surmounted in achieving the objectives of democratic transition. Similarly, no one should underestimate the energy of the Arab peoples or their ability to overcome these challenges, each according to its own specificities, historical assets, and particular experience.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“We are ready to continue sharing our experience with our brethren in all fields of endeavour, including political pluralism, the role of civil society and capacity-building in the service of a State of law and order. Whatever its internal capacities, no State of our region can stand along against the challenges of terrorism, secession and development, or guarantee openness and democracy. Any national effort and outcome will therefore be limited if not complemented and nourished by regional cooperation based on shared history, current needs, and aspirations to a common future. Such cooperation would strengthen the people of the region, enabling them to achieve economic integration to the benefit of all States.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“Morocco reiterates that the Council must speak with one voice in addressing the situation by implementing the relevant resolutions of the Arab League. The reforms launched in Morocco more than 10 years ago under the leadership of His Majesty Mohammed VI have given historic momentum to the drive towards democracy and the democratic progress that the Kingdom has already achieved. They have also contributed to creating more individual and collective freedoms. On the basis of strictly internal dynamics born of national political resolve, Morocco has adopted important measures, including profound constitutional reforms, and held transparent elections leading to the formation of a new Government committed to combating corruption, reforming the judiciary and focusing on the enhancement of women's role in all fields.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“In that regard, we welcome the peaceful approach adopted by sisterly Yemen in order to ensure the organized transfer of power pursuant to the successful implementation of the initiative of the Arab Gulf countries, with United Nations assistance. At the same time, we regret the tragedy endured by the brotherly Syrian people over the past year, which threatens to erupt into a civil war with unwelcome consequences. Morocco welcomes the appointment of Mr. Kofi Annan as Joint Special Envoy of the United Nations and the Arab League. We hope that his efforts will contribute to halting the violence, facilitating humanitarian access, and laying the necessary groundwork for launching a national dialogue with a view to implementing the Arab resolutions and guaranteeing the territorial integrity and unity of sisterly Syria.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“The Libyan people have emerged victorious and liberated, thanks not only to the courage and resolve they displayed in trying times, but also to the unwavering and timely support of the international community, and especially the League of Arab States and the Security Council. It is with great optimism and determination to overcome all obstacles that the brotherly Egyptian people are moving forward through a series of transformations endorsed by their national forces. We trust that the genius and history of that people will enable them to resolve all difficulties and to achieve their aspirations to liberty, democracy and social justice.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“In the Arab Maghreb region, a new dawn has broken over sisterly Tunisia and the wheel of change has turned towards democracy and a State of legal institutions, with the participation of all sectors of society. Tunisia has become a new and active participant in building the Arab Maghreb coalition that we all desire. As for sisterly Libya, and regardless of the difficulties and challenges facing its Arab Maghreb people in their transition, no one can deny that the Libyan people are now much better off than they have been at any time during the past 40 years. They are now endowed with the resolve, resources and skills that will allow Libya to turn a new leaf in its modern history and build a democratic State that is unified and consolidated.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“The immediate and urgent challenge facing the Security Council is the creation of openings to resume negotiations and moving them towards a just and comprehensive solution, which it must seek to achieve as soon as possible. The international community, and particularly influential States thereof, has a big and decisive role to play in influencing the parties and activating the two- State solution in the context of a just, comprehensive and full peace that would guarantee the emergence of a viable Palestinian State, with East Jerusalem as its capital, and the entrenchment of peace and security for peoples throughout the region, without exception.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“The greatest and most dangerous threat to the stability and security of the Middle East is embodied in the policy of occupation and settlement that Israel continues to espouse, in violation of international legitimacy, signed agreements and the founding principles of the peace process. The dead end reached in the Palestinian-Israeli negotiations, despite repeated international efforts, and Israel's continued acceleration of its settlement activities, especially in Jerusalem, the construction of the wall and the siege of the Gaza Strip have bred frustration and despair that threaten the security and stability of the entire region.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“They have engendered many advantages and gains, the most important of which is the birth of genuine hope that the past has been overcome and that a future awaits in which all sectors and strata of society shall participate in the building of institutions that respect the will of people and involve them in the founding of democracy. No one should underestimate the challenges facing the Middle East. In discussing those challenges, we cannot fail to tackle the crisis that has cast a dark shadow across the entire region and has dangerously escalated in recent days.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“Mr. Loulichki (Morocco) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I would like to thank you, Sir, for having organized today's ministerial-level discussion of the challenges confronting the Middle East and the opportunities being offered to its peoples to live in dignity, peace, stability, and respect for human rights and the rule of law. We also welcome the attendance and participation of Secretary-General Mr. Ban Ki-moon in today's meeting. The changes that the Arab region has seen recently have launched a new era in which the peoples of the region have regained their ability to control their destiny, influence political decision-making and contribute to building their present and their future. The changes have been diverse in scope, depth and methodology.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“Young people deserve the priority attention of the Government and the support of the international community. Improving the climate for foreign investment is critical in that regard, in order to attract, reassure and encourage investors from abroad. The day after the earthquake of January 2010, the response of the international community was one of spontaneous, unanimous and generous solidarity and assistance. It made all the difference in comforting the Haitian people. From the outset, the United Nations, through MINUSTAH, played an early and decisive role. Nothing, and I repeat, nothing can tarnish the sacrifices that the Mission has made or the devotion and integrity of the thousands of men and women who compose its ranks.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (2012) · source
“Those reforms deserve to be fully implemented and should be complemented by measures to strengthen the rule of law in all its dimensions. We particularly commend the improvements in the security situation and MINUSTAH's decisive contribution to maintaining a stable environment. We observed not only the Haitian people's aptitude but also their pride in being able to take responsibility for their own national security by their own means. With respect to the process of recovery and development, huge challenges remain despite the rebuilding efforts undertaken by the Government and MINUSTAH, and also despite the notable progress made in terms of clean-up and the reconstruction of schools and housing. The problem of employment, especially for young people, is easy for any visitor to see.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (2012) · source
“We also witnessed close-up the extent of the damage and the scope of the challenges that lie ahead. But no one can question the progress made by the Haitian authorities in enabling their country to recover from the aftermath of the earthquake, or the relevance of the initiatives taken to improve the security situation and regenerate the economy and the social fabric of Haiti. We hope that the establishment of a new Government will help to ensure greater unity of Governmental action and lead to a national consensus on long-awaited major reforms. Morocco hails the efforts of the Haitian authorities to promote the reforms under way, including those concerning the Permanent Electoral Council, the Supreme Court and the signing of the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (2012) · source
“Mr. Loulichki (Morocco) (spoke in French): Allow me first of all, Sir, to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Mariano Fernandez, for his presentation, and to congratulate the entire team of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) for their efforts on the ground. I would also like, through their Permanent Representative, who is here today, to convey my thanks to the Haitian authorities for organizing and hosting the Council's visit. A little more than two years after the catastrophe that struck Haiti, the joint efforts of the Government, donors, the United Nations and the population have brought improvements to the overall situation of the country. Indeed, as we saw, Haiti is making its long way back.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (2012) · source
“In conclusion, the Kingdom of Morocco welcomes the international community's renewed interest in solving the crisis in Somalia and welcomes the steps taken towards stabilizing that African country. We take comfort every time that Africa is on its way to resolving a conflict that is shaking our continent. We hope that the Somali authorities will redouble their efforts to contribute to returning Somalia to normality in region that is so strategic for the stability of our continent.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“We hope that the improvement in the security situation will make it possible to establish better conditions for humanitarian operations, in particular since the Al-Shabaab movement continues to prohibit certain humanitarian organizations from operating in areas under its control, which considerably affects the ability to provide aid to populations in need. The international community should also show greater solidarity with the Somali people in terms of providing humanitarian assistance. 15 Finally, piracy off the coast of Somalia is still a source of major concern for the international community owing to its human cost and the fresh outbreaks of violence against hostages, with their destabilizing consequences for Somali society.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“But despite those advances, the challenges to Government authority and to its effective control over its national territory still have to be overcome. However, the achievements in the military and security areas cannot be sustained without effective local governance and administration in the territories taken from Al-Shabaab, which is essential for success in the current political process and for obtaining the support of the local population for its implementation. In that connection, we welcome the announcement made at the London conference with regard to new local stability funds and a joint financial management board to ensure an efficient use of resources in favour of the development of Somali society. Although we welcome the fact that Somalia is no longer in a state of famine, the situation nevertheless remains fragile.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“In that respect, we support the call of Special Representative Mahiga for unity and for the good functioning of the Somali Parliament. With the announcement that Al-Shabaab has now joined the Al-Qaida movement, the terrorist threats targeting Somalia and the international community are even more pressing and call for substantial, rigorous and coordinated international action. Such action against Al-Shabaab should also target its sources of funding, in particular that stemming from the trade in charcoal. In that respect, particular mention should be made of the efforts and sacrifices made by Somali forces and those of the countries contributing troops to AMISOM. to consolidate the security gains and to liberate more territory currently controlled by Al-Shabaab.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“In that regard, my delegation welcomes the adoption of the Garowe Principles following the second Constitutional Conference, held in February. The consensus on the important aspects related to the federal structure of the State, its system of Government and the implementation of the first Garowe Conference Principles with regard to the adoption of the constitution by the national Constituent Assembly represent a decisive step in the process of finalizing the constitution. The six months remaining before the end of transition are crucial for laying the basis of a Somali State that is able to ensure effective governance for Somali society. It is therefore essential that the priority tasks decided in the road map for ending the Somali transition be implemented within the deadlines set forth.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“We welcome the holding and results of the London conference, which was an important turning point in the efforts of the international community to breathe new life into the peace and stabilization process in Somalia. We support the new approach adopted at the London conference in support of a comprehensive and consistent treatment of all of Somalia's problems, whether in the political, security or humanitarian fronts or related to the fight against terrorism and piracy, on the basis of concerted international action. A political process that is fully owned by Somalis and that involves all Somali parties who renounce violence in favour of dialogue is the only guarantee for the establishment of a sustainable political and constitutional order that will ensure the development of Somali society.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“Augustine Mahiga, merits our full recognition for the excellent work that he has carried out in a very brief time frame. The resurgence of interest in Somalia and its people, which have experienced more than 20 years of the ravages of civil war, aggravated by a most tragic humanitarian situation, is a strong signal of the commitment of the international community to promoting peace and stability in the country. The increasing hope of the international community for peace and stability in Somalia has been demonstrated by the Council's adoption on 22 February of resolution 2036 (2012), increasing the troop levels, funding and mandate of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), and by the recent holding of the London conference, which will be followed up by the conference planned for June in Istanbul.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“Mr. Loulichki (Morocco) (spoke in French): Let me start by congratulating the United Kingdom on its assumption of the Council presidency for the month of March. The holding of this important debate less than two weeks after the holding of the London conference, as well as your personal presence among us, Sir, attest to the importance that the United Kingdom attaches to improving the situation in that Arab-African country. I would also like to congratulate Togo on its productive, successful presidency, which did honour to the African continent. My country pays tribute to the participation and involvement of Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on the issue of Somalia, which reflects his commitment to peace and stability throughout our continent. His Special Representative, Mr.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“Finally, my delegation would like to indicate its full support for the draft resolution on piracy in the Gulf of Guinea, submitted by your country.”
2012-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6723 (2012) · source
“As Council members know, the awareness of that connection has led the ministers responsible for shipping and port activities of the Ministerial Conference of Atlantic Coastal States to hold talks in Libreville since May 2011 on cooperation to secure their infrastructure and to protect merchant shipping from such threats. The adoption of resolution 2018 (2011) is an important landmark in the debate on piracy in the Gulf of Guinea. It is essential that the international community continue to pay particular attention to that matter and support the States of the region in combating the scourge. For its part, Morocco will continue, together with you, Mr. President, and our friends of South Africa, to keep this challenge at the heart of the Security Council's interest.”
2012-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6723 (2012) · source
“In that regard, it is crucial to include in any anti-piracy strategy elements linked to strengthening institutions responsible for implementing the rule of law and the fight against transnational organized crime, as well as development issues in particular. All challenges posed not only by piracy in the Gulf of Guinea, but also by transnational organized crime and terrorism in West and Central Africa, must also be addressed and considered in the context of a comprehensive strategy. The international community must focus on the connection and ties among the various criminal and terrorist networks that are increasingly destabilizing the African continent.”
2012-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6723 (2012) · source
“That meeting will provide the opportunity to develop an in-depth dialogue and cooperation mechanism at the interregional level between the two subregional organizations and with the Gulf of Guinea Commission and the Maritime Organization of West and Central Africa. More precisely, it will enable the countries of the region to establish a comprehensive cross-regional cooperation mechanism, facilitating exchanges and the pooling of efforts to make that region more secure. We agree with the report's recommendation on the need to strengthen the regional security architecture and to ensure a greater balance between the mechanisms of Central Africa and West Africa. Any measure seeking to combat piracy in the Gulf of Guinea will be sustainable only if the underlying causes allowing the spread of that scourge are also addressed.”
2012-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6723 (2012) · source
“We support its continuation and strengthening, as well as the exchange of good practices among countries of the region. With regard to regional cooperation, my country has invested a great deal in establishing and strengthening cross-regional cooperation among the African Atlantic coastal States in order to meet the challenges posed by that ocean. My country welcomes the political decision taken by the countries of the region to convene a regional summit among the presidencies of the Economic Community of West African States, the Economic Community of Central African States and the Gulf of Guinea Commission.”
2012-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6723 (2012) · source
“In terms of the capacities of States of the region, we believe that the United Nations system is in a position to play a key role in helping States, in particular with the assistance of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, to develop their capacities and their national strategy to combat piracy and transnational organized crime, including the drawing up of a national legal framework that makes it possible to charge and try alleged perpetrators of acts of piracy and to promote cross-border judicial and security cooperation. The material, technical or financial contribution of several bilateral partners seeking to support the countries of the region, from whom we have received very clear and precise information this morning, must be commended.”
2012-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6723 (2012) · source
“International shipping, international maritime trade and energy security, as well as the economies of the coastal and landlocked countries of the region, are significantly and worryingly affected by that alarming phenomenon. The first observation of the assessment mission's report is that many States of the region have difficulties in terms of their capacities to effectively combat the phenomenon. The second observation is that, to date, the various subregional cooperation mechanisms have been unable to bring tangible, satisfactory and lasting responses to that scourge. We therefore support the assessment mission's recommendations concerning national and regional responses to the threat of piracy in the Gulf of Guinea.”
2012-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6723 (2012) · source
“In solidarity with the threatened countries, in recent years my country has continued to alert the international community to the developments and threats posed by the phenomenon of piracy in that region. It is quite logical that Morocco should welcome with satisfaction the work undertaken by the United Nations assessment mission that visited Benin, Nigeria, Gabon and Angola in December 2011 to evaluate the scope of the challenges posed by that scourge in the region. We are extremely interested in the follow-up to the report drawn up by that mission (see S/2012/45). The impact of piracy in the Gulf of Guinea is no longer just a security matter, but also a trade and economic issue.”
2012-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6723 (2012) · source
“Mr. Loulichki (Morocco) (spoke in French): I would like to start by thanking Togo, on Morocco's behalf, for having taken the initiative to convene this debate, thus completing the general overview of the situation in West Africa with today's focus on the Gulf of Guinea. Your presence, Mr. Minister, and that of the Minister of Defence of Benin clearly demonstrate the importance that the two brother nations represented attach to this debate. I also wish to thank Mr. Lynn Pascoe, Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs, for his clear and concise briefing on the important assessment work undertaken by the United Nations in the countries affected by piracy in that maritime region. The light shed by the representatives of the Economic Community of West African States and the Gulf of Guinea Commission is very useful to our discussions.”
2012-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6723 (2012) · source
“On another subject, my country is concerned at allegations of trafficking in human organs, known as the Medicus case. We note the determination of the parties to cooperate in order to identify and bring to justice those who responsible for these acts and to avoid any recurrence thereof. Morocco has always attached special importance to peace in that region, as witnessed by the presence of a Moroccan humanitarian contingent in the multinational peacekeeping force in Kosovo. In the Security Council, my country will continue alongside other members to support engagement and dialogue among the parties and the promotion of confidence- building members among the communities and parties of Kosovo so as to identify a definitive political solution, in line with international law, that will establish peace and security in the region.”
2012-02-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6713 (2012) · source
“We welcome the progress made in the ongoing negotiations between Belgrade and Pristina under the auspices of the European Union, particularly in the joint management of border crossings, the civil registry, freedom of movement, license plates and the recognition of university diplomas. These efforts represent an important stage in the negotiations between the two parties, and it is our hope that this trend will have a positive impact on the substantive negotiations concerning the final settlement in Kosovo. Morocco encourages the parties to pursue, in good faith and with a determination to succeed, the bilateral negotiations aimed at finding a final, political settlement to this issue, in line with the parameters set out in resolution 1244 (1999), and to act in conformity with its provisions, without undertaking any unilateral steps.”
2012-02-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6713 (2012) · source
“Mr. Loulichki (Morocco) (spoke in French): I would like at the outset to thank the Secretary-General for his most recent report (S/2012/72) and Mr. Edmond Mulet for his briefing on recent developments concerning the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). The Secretary-General's report tells us that, during the period covered, the security situation in Kosovo improved considerably compared with the previous period. Nevertheless, as Mr. Mulet stressed, there are continuing tensions in northern Kosovo that may exacerbate the situation on the ground and undermine the chances for progress in the substantive negotiations. We welcome the efforts being made by UNMIK to reduce inter-communal tensions in Kosovo and to avert the escalation of violence and confrontation among them.”
2012-02-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6713 (2012) · source
“We ask God to bless all the Victims without exception, and we call for the bloodshed to end and for all factions of the Syrian people to establish a democratic State and open a single, unified society enjoying understanding and harmony. We hope that the Security Council will not have to address the situation yet again, although it seems to be deteriorating. We hope that now that the Council has been unable to reach decision, all those who have leverage with the parties will spare no effort to ensure that no further innocent Victims are claimed and that the violence and counter-violence will come to an end.”
2012-02-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6711 (2012) · source
“Through our efforts, we have endeavoured to live up to the firm principles demanding an immediate and complete end to all hostilities and acts of violence, and to encourage political dialogue in order to enable the Syrian people to establish its national political institutions, preserve Syria's territorial integrity and social, pluralistic unity and, equally important, to forestall any external military intervention. Now that the Council has failed to reach a decision to support the Arab initiative, the road map remains the only tool as an exemplary framework for implementation by the League of Arab States. We are terribly pained by the horrendous events unfolding before us.”
2012-02-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6711 (2012) · source
“In assuming its responsibility as the Arab member of the Security Council and in close cooperation with other States members and non-members of the Council, in particular many of the Arab countries, Morocco, almost a year after the start of the crisis in brotherly Syria, continues to work to achieve consensus in order to enable the Council to speak with a single voice. Morocco highly appreciates the initiative of all the Council members that joined us in sponsoring the draft resolution. I refer to the Council's unanimous response to the proposals made by one of its members. We duly appreciate the spirit of consensus and 12-22356 flexibility reflected in the draft resolution, of which members are well aware.”
2012-02-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6711 (2012) · source
“It should be recalled that in their recent presentations to the Council (see S/PV.6710), Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Jabr Al-Thani, Chairman of the current session of the Ministerial Council of the League of Arab States, and Mr. Nabil Elaraby, Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, made a clear and urgent request for the Council's support of the regional organization's bold, decisive and comprehensive initiative based on dialogue, mutual understanding and national reconciliation, aimed at achieving a peaceful solution for a situation that has only continued to worsen with time.”
2012-02-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6711 (2012) · source
“Mr. Loulichki (Morocco) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, Sir, allow me to offer Morocco's congratulations to you on your assumption of the presidency of the Council for the month. Similarly, our great appreciation goes to Ambassador Baso Sangqu and his delegation for their presidency of the Council last month. I wish to express my delegation's great regret and disappointment over the Council's failure to adopt the draft resolution (S/2012/77) we submitted three days ago, as well as our sincere hope that the Council's failure will not serve as a pretext for further dangerous backsliding in the humanitarian situation in brotherly Syria and increased innocent civilian casualties.”
2012-02-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6711 (2012) · source
“That cooperation mechanism should be transregional in nature and scope, involving all countries of the Arab Maghreb and the Sahel, as well as any other relevant country of West or Central Africa, with the cooperation of the United Nations and international partners. Finally, my delegation fully supports the draft press statement proposed by France on this issue.”
2012-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6709 (2012) · source
“The international community should also give special attention to the humanitarian and socio- economic challenges facing the States of the Sahel, in particular owing to recurring food security problems and in the light of the recent return of migrant workers from Libya to their country of origin. My country supports the recommendation in the report of the assessment mission that the United Nations should develop an integrated strategy that addresses the security, humanitarian and development challenges in the Sahel region in a consistent and comprehensive way in the medium and long term. My country fully supports the idea of creating a regional cooperation platform for the Sahel region, as set out in the report.”
2012-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6709 (2012) · source
“United Nations bodies and agencies in the region have a key role to play in building the capacities of States of the region to combat terrorism and transnational organized crime. Given the alarming facts linked to the proliferation of weapons, it is clear that regional cooperation is necessary among the countries of North Africa and between that subregion and West Africa. Moreover, the strengthening ties among transnational organized crime networks, in particular, drug networks coming from the Atlantic Ocean and armed or terrorist groups in the Sahel, are a serious threat to international stability and security.”
2012-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6709 (2012) · source
“A number of commendable initiatives at the national, bilateral and regional levels were undertaken with a view to providing solutions to the challenges in the Sahel well before the Libyan crisis. Unfortunately, those initiatives have not enabled us to date to address the problem in a holistic, inclusive and coordinated manner. The time has come for enhanced regional cooperation on the part of all States in the region. We hope that the international community, led by the United Nations, will devote greater attention to the situation by providing solutions to the structural problems relating to secessionist armed movements or groups, which perpetuate the existence of the grey zones, thereby facilitating the proliferation of terrorist and criminal activities.”
2012-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6709 (2012) · source