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“The protection of civilians also requires significant equipment and logistical means that are often inadequate or not available to missions. This situation gives rise to the broader question of the calibration of mandates to resources. The second challenge is that of defining tasks and a clear division of labour. Confusion continues to prevail with respect to what is expected of the military, police and civilian components of missions in the protection of civilians. This confusion leads to unrealistic expectations among locals and in international public opinion that could undermine a mission. The third challenge is that of sustainability.”
2011-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6650Resumption1 (2011) · source
“This significant development should be bolstered by mainstreaming the use of optimal protection of civilians practices in mandated peacekeeping operations. An assessment of the implementation of such strategies would also allow valuable lessons to be drawn in order to improve their effectiveness. With regard to training, much progress has been made, particularly in the development of protection of civilians modules for Blue Helmets and the senior staff of peacekeeping operations. These many conceptual advances must nevertheless be reflected on the ground. In that context, three primary challenges must be met. The first is that of feasibility. Blue Helmets cannot guarantee protection for all. A simple consideration of the ratios of troop levels to civilian populations should make that clear.”
2011-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6650Resumption1 (2011) · source
“The complexity of these new functions calls for a process to integrate the components of the peacekeeping mission, requiring a clear definition of mandated tasks and effective coordination among actors. This is particularly true for the protection of civilians, when mandated. In that regard, we stress that the tasks of peacekeeping operations are contingent and do not replace those of the host country, which bears the ultimate responsibility for the protection of civilians. In that context, the Security Council, entrusted with the maintenance of international peace and security, must formulate realistic and clear peacekeeping mandates, in particular with respect to the protection of civilians. Seven peacekeeping operations are now mandated to protect civilians, and most have developed civilian protection strategies.”
2011-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6650Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Also, the presence and observations of the Secretary-General at our debate shows his personal commitment to the topic. To be effective, the protection of civilians in armed conflict requires a comprehensive approach, bringing together the legal, humanitarian and security aspects. It is essential that the civilian and military actors under this complex and multidimensional mandate have a shared definition and a clear distribution of the tasks entrusted to them. Peacekeeping operations have certainly become more complex given their broader mandates, which have gone from strictly military to peacebuilding tasks, combining a broad range of activities, be they electoral assistance, capacity-building in the rule of law, security sector reform or institutional support.”
2011-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6650Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Mr. Loulichki (Morocco) (spoke in French): I would like first of all to thank your friendly country, Mr. President, for having organized this debate. Its ongoing consideration provides us the opportunity to take stock of progress made and best practices so as to jointly identify the areas that require additional efforts to ensure a better protection of civilians in armed conflict. The opening of this debate by His Excellency President Cavaco Silva demonstrates Portugal's active commitment to the topic. It is an interest and commitment that goes beyond Portugal's presence at the centre of the Council. I would also like to welcome the contributions of Ms. Pillay, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, and Mr. Philip Spoerri, Director for International Law and Cooperation of the International Committee of the Red Cross.”
2011-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6650Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We will do everything in our power to enable the Palestinian people to regain their full rights, including to establish an independent State with East Jerusalem as its capital, as well as everything in our power to maintain stability and security for all areas and peoples of the Middle East, including Israel.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We are convinced that the stability and security of the entire Middle East is inextricably linked to the ability of Palestinians to exercise their political and legal rights. That includes the right to establish an independent Palestinian State with East Jerusalem as its capital, as well as the withdrawal of Israel from all other territories occupied since 1967. The Kingdom of Morocco enjoyed the trust of the international community in representing the African and Arab Groups when it was elected as a non-permanent member of the Security Council for the period 2012-2013.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In that connection, we support regional, international and American Administration efforts, as well as those of the European Union, which, in the Quartet statement of 23 September, pledged to revive the peace process, within a specific time frame, as a last option and crucial hope and on the basis of international instruments and terms of reference, as well as United Nations resolutions, the Arab Peace process, international law and the Quartet's own Road Map. The Palestinian Authority and the international community have unquestionably acted with great responsibility and complete respect for negotiations as the basis for efforts to achieve a comprehensive and fair peace.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636Resumption1 (2011) · source
“The Security Council has reiterated time and again that all unilateral actions taken by Israel in East Jerusalem and the other occupied Palestinian territories are illegal. It is time that the Council implements its own resolutions and puts an end to such Israeli practices. The international community, including the United Nations, has the responsibility to take immediate action in accordance with its legal, political and ethical obligations vis-a-vis the Palestinian people, in order to allow them to enjoy their full, legitimate rights.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636Resumption1 (2011) · source
“The most recent chapter in this devious scheme was Israel's declaration, on 14 October, authorizing the construction of 2,610 new illegal Jewish housing units in East Jerusalem, in an attempt to fragment the new Palestinian State and isolate East Jerusalem from the rest of the West Bank. Like the Secretary-General, we are deeply concerned about this dangerous and illegal escalation, which runs counter to all international laws, instruments and norms. As Chair of the Al-Quds Committee of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, His Majesty King Mohammed VI, along with the Kingdom of Morocco, strongly condemns all attempts to alter the demographic composition of East Jerusalem and change its religious, cultural and historic character.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636Resumption1 (2011) · source
“That deadlock is the inevitable natural outcome of the policies of force, intransigence and imposition of the status quo pursued by the occupying Power. Instead of dealing in a positive way with the plethora of international initiatives to revive the peace process, the Israeli authorities have intensified their efforts to change the demographic composition of the occupied territories by intensifying their settlement activities, arbitrary arrests, home demolitions and displacement of Palestinian people - including the confiscation of their property, their collective punishment and the excessive use of force against them.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We hope that the current Security Council consultations on this issue will culminate in the prompt achievement of that goal, especially considering that there is universal consensus on the two-State solution - the States of Palestine and Israel - as well as recognition by many international organizations, especially by this Organization, that the Palestinian institutions and infrastructure are prepared to shoulder the responsibilities of an independent State. The Palestinian question is at a historic and crucial crossroads, which requires the international community to act responsibly in order to achieve the legitimate demands of the Palestinian people. The impasse in this long peace process does not bode well. It could have a negative and adverse impact on peace and security in the whole region.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Today's meeting is taking place only a few weeks after Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas delivered his historic address at the General Assembly (see A/65/PV.19), in which he requested the full membership of the State of Palestine in the United Nations, including recognition of its sovereignty on the basis of the 4 June 1967 borders and with East Jerusalem as its capital. Based on our belief in justice and legality as they relate to the question of Palestine- as we stated during this year's general debate (see A/66/PV.25) - my country renews its determination to fully and effectively support the request made by the Palestinian leadership on behalf of the Palestinian people.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Mr. Loulichki (Morocco) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, on behalf of the delegation of the Kingdom of Morocco, I wish to extend our deep condolences to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on its loss of Crown Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud. Our deepest condolences and sympathy also go to Turkey following the earthquake that occurred there yesterday. We extend our gratitude to the President of the Council for convening this open debate on the situation in the Middle East, including the question of Palestine. We also thank Mr. Lynn Pasco for his valuable and comprehensive briefing. Morocco aligns itself with the statements delivered by the representatives of Egypt, Kazakhstan and Qatar on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and the Group of Arab States, respectively.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We continue to be willing to share our experiences and to enhance them with best practices. One of the lessons we have drawn from our own experience is not to content oneself with enhancing the operational effectiveness of security providers, but to also include justice administration system reform and, beyond that, to strengthen national capacity to handle the reform process in a framework of democratic control and monitoring in which human rights are respected. It is only by stressing effectiveness, sound management and open governance, as well as by ensuring that all of these elements are mutually reinforcing, that we will together be able to take up the challenge of security sector reform.”
2011-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6630 (2011) · source
“We are pleased to note that the experience of the country-specific configurations of the Peacebuilding Commission has made it possible to improve coherence. That has been accomplished mainly by establishing legal frameworks, such as statements of mutual commitment, which enable national authorities, donors and the United Nations to better channel aid and avoid duplication. Security sector reform must be part of a larger effort to build the rule of law. It should help to bolster United Nations actions aimed at ensuring the rule of law in peacekeeping operations without duplicating activities or structures. As an African country, Morocco has accumulated numerous years of bilateral experience with many nations, particularly in Africa, in the areas of technical assistance and the training of security forces.”
2011-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6630 (2011) · source
“By deploying female military and police officials, peacekeeping missions can indirectly encourage host countries to include women in their security institutions. The deployment of female formed police units to peacekeeping missions in Africa has played an important role in guaranteeing women greater access to decision-making in security bodies. In Africa in particular, it has been shown that women's involvement has proven extremely useful, and even crucial, in peacebuilding efforts. Coherence among donors is one of the key factors for the success of security sector reform. In the past, donor activities in security sector reform led to duplication owing to the lack of consultation and coordination.”
2011-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6630 (2011) · source
“It is regrettable that attempts to set up security sector reform at the national level very often has not come from within a given country, but was instead recommended by external actors. This has discouraged national actors from taking part in the process. Prior to security sector reform, the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration process plays a crucial role in the development of inclusive security bodies that are subject to effective control by political institutions. In many situations, it has been clearly shown that the success of any such reform is closely linked to the ability to successfully complete the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration process. In that respect, it is worth noting that security sector reform cannot succeed without taking into account the gender perspective.”
2011-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6630 (2011) · source
“Reforms cannot be effective without the leadership of the authorities of the country hosting a peacekeeping mission. That leadership role first comes into play in evaluating the security situation to ensure that the subsequent reform has a chance of success. It is essential to involve security actors so as to identify dysfunctions and take the corrective action needed for security institutions to once again function normally. That leadership then involves national authorities in the design and implementation of security sector reform programmes. Very often, security sector reforms unfortunately have been unsuccessful owing to the lack of involvement by national authorities.”
2011-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6630 (2011) · source
“The establishment of a security sector that is professional, effective and responsible is crucial to laying the foundations of peace, sustainable development and economic recovery. The key principle in security sector reform that has been underscored by most if not all of those who have spoken before me is national ownership. Security sector reform is the primary responsibility of the State. The role of the United Nations is to provide support to national authorities in its implementation. Every country should have ownership of the security sector reform process. At the request of the host country, the United Nations should provide security sector reform assistance through a peacekeeping mission. That assistance should be adapted to the particular circumstances and needs of each country.”
2011-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6630 (2011) · source
“Mr. Loulichki (Morocco) (spoke in French): Allow me at the outset to congratulate you, Sir, on your choice of security sector reform as the topic of today's thematic debate and for your stress on prospects and challenges in Africa. We trust that today's discussion will give us a better understanding of that complex process and of the important support role played by the United Nations in post-conflict countries. I thank Mr. Herve Ladsous for his very clear and enlightening briefing, and wish him every success in his difficult and lofty mission. I also endorse the statement to be made by the representative of Egypt on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement. When mandated by the Council, security sector reform is a critical process in the transition from peacekeeping to peacebuilding.”
2011-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6630 (2011) · source
“They are, first, political will that translates into clear, realistic and achievable mandates; secondly, resources; and thirdly, capacity-building through training.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“The use of force in peacekeeping must under no circumstance jeopardize the strategic relation between the host country and the peacekeeping mission. With regard to the notion of credible deterrence, NAM. stresses that it is already part of peacekeeping that peacekeepers have been doing for a while when they operate under a Chapter VII mandate. In its existing form, peacekeeping is robust or firm enough to the extent allowed by the fundamental principles of peacekeeping and intended by political will, within the capability of the force and limited to the geographic jurisdiction. The challenges of peacekeeping are well known and the fundamentals for improving this important task of the United Nations have been constantly stated by our Movement.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“That shows not only that there is a diversification of tasks in field support, but also that multidimensional and integrated peacekeeping missions are more demanding in terms of financial resources, equipment and capabilities. That demonstrates the need to treat questions related to field support in a holistic way. The 2000 Brahimi report on United Nations peacekeeping operations dwells on the sensitive issue of the scope and the limitations of the use of force. In that regard, it is worth mentioning here that the report clearly states that "force alone cannot create peace; it can only create a space in which peace can be built". (S/2000/809, para. 3) Since we constantly strive to improve peacekeeping, we should at the same time be cautious in peace enforcement.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“stresses with concern that many deployed troops are being stretched to cover geographic areas that exceed their capacities. NAM. also stresses that the improvement of peacekeeping entails a proactive management of the logistics and support of peacekeeping missions. At the core of that challenge is the need to address the capability gaps that are well known to all. NAM regrets that enablers are still not available to critical peacekeeping missions, be they air assets, field hospitals, transport companies, night-vision devices or other critical equipment. The peacekeeping budget has reached an all-time record of $8 billion.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“To ensure the appropriate level of response in terms of the scope and scale of peacekeeping, the entire membership should deal with the difficulties arising from deployment in hostile environments and difficult political contexts. Furthermore, much broader sharing and contribution by all Member States would ensure unity of vision to reach our common goal of peace and security. The issue of troop cost should enjoy sustained attention. Peacekeeping missions have become heavily mandated and under-resourced. The mismatch between mandates and resources has in turn raised the risk of United Nations peacekeeping facing overstretched capacity, coupled with the increasing demand for expanded operations, which present a strategic challenge for the United Nations. NAM.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“Since we now have a broad consensus on the need for better interaction with TCCs, we believe that it is time to seek innovative ways to translate intentions into actions. We look forward to engaging in a more focused debate on options for a more structured dialogue and interaction among TCCs, the Security Council and the Secretariat. In that regard, we should strive to further enlarge the TCC base by encouraging new TCCs to engage and old TCCs to return to the fold of United Nations peacekeeping. The flagship activity of the United Nations cannot continue to be supported by only a portion of the United Nations membership.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“Those facts, among others, entitle troop- contributing countries (TCCs) to be fully involved in the planning process and in all aspects and stages of United Nations peacekeeping operations. Since mandates are implemented in the field by troop- contributing countries, those countries should be involved as major partners from the policy formulation and decision-making process to deployment. NAM members' first-hand experience as TCCs and host countries would contribute to an objective assessment of where and when to deploy and where to strengthen, cut or draw down, with the achievement of peace and security as the main objective and indicator of the success of peacekeeping missions.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“The current debate on the future of peacekeeping highlights the necessity to take a bolder stance on the interaction between security and development, among other challenges. NAM. appreciates the growing acknowledgment by all of the relevance of its consistent position that peacekeeping should be provided from the outset with the required political support, sufficient human, financial and logistical resources, and clearly defined and achievable mandates and exit strategies. NAM. contributes 87 per cent of deployed personnel to United Nations peacekeeping missions, and counts among its 120 member States the majority of countries host to United Nations peacekeeping operations.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“These guiding principles - the consent of the parties, the non-use of force except in self-defence and in defence of the mandate, and impartiality - constitute the ethical and moral foundations of United Nations peacekeeping. NAM also emphasizes that respect for the principles of sovereign equality, political independence, territorial integrity of all States and non-intervention must be upheld in this regard. The Movement underscores that United Nations peacekeeping should not be used as a substitute for 11-4815] addressing the root causes of conflict, which should be addressed in a coherent, well planned and comprehensive manner, with relevant political, social, economic and developmental instruments. Peacekeeping cannot substitute for a comprehensive political process.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“Peacekeeping is dynamic in nature and has developed incrementally, evolving from classic peacekeeping operations with mandates limited to ceasefire monitoring, mostly in inter-State conflicts, into complex, multidimensional peacekeeping missions combining military, police, civilian and humanitarian components often operating in intra-State contexts. This evolution has been managed, in large part with continued adherence to the long-standing fundamental principles of United Nations peacekeeping. The history of peacekeeping derives mainly from the fact that it remains the most cost-effective means to avert conflict and represents a genuine expression of the principle of collective security. Member States are accordingly vested with the responsibility to continue to abide by the guiding principles of United Nations peacekeeping operations.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“I have the honour to speak on behalf the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM). In so doing, I would like to condemn in the strongest terms the despicable terrorist act targeting the United Nations compound in Abuja, and to convey our deepest condolences to the people and Government of Nigeria, the United Nations and the families of the victims. NAM. expresses its appreciation for India's initiative to devote this meeting to a thematic debate that is timely and forward-looking and represents a collective-thinking exercise on the future of peacekeeping as the flagship activity of the United Nations. Let me also take this opportunity to thank His Excellency Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon for his personal participation and comprehensive briefing on the issue at hand.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“The Palestinian Authority, strengthened by its national reconciliation, continues to show itself to be the genuine and effective partner in the peace process that it has always been, and to demonstrate its commitment to achieving a lasting solution. The Arab States, through the Arab Peace Initiative, have expressed their sincere desire for lasting and just peace. Morocco places the issue of Palestine at the very centre of its regional and international interests, and will continue its efforts to resolve this matter through direct negotiations. This will happen only after Israel withdraws from all Arab and Palestinian territories occupied since June 1967, and through the creation of an independent Palestinian State, with Jerusalem as its capital, and respect for the legal rights of the brotherly people of Palestine.”
2011-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6590Resumption1 (2011) · source
“All of these actions impede a final settlement, and, given the crucial importance of Al-Quds Al-Sharif in any comprehensive settlement to the Israeli-Palestinian question, we call on the international community, and the Security Council in particular, to assume their full responsibilities to ensure that Israel end these illegal practices, respect the international efforts aimed at bringing about early talks and to cooperate with them. In these sensitive historical circumstances, the eyes of the world are focused more than ever on the United Nations and the international and regional forces working to uphold their political and moral responsibilities towards the Palestinian people and to restart direct negotiations. This could give new momentum and optimism to the process to achieve the peace to which we all aspire.”
2011-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6590Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We express the hope that this position, which is shared by the entire international community, will enable the Palestinian people to reclaim their legitimate rights and establish an independent State with its capital at Al-Quds Al-Sharif. In this context, Morocco, whose King, Mohammed V1, is presiding over the Jerusalem Commission, would like to state its concerns to the Council and to condemn the measures taken by Israel in East Jerusalem with a view to changing its demographics, legal status and religious profile and Israel's expulsion of Palestinians in order to build roads and settlements and Judaize the area.”
2011-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6590Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In this context, Morocco is closely and optimistically following the several initiatives - by the United States, the Quartet, the European Union and other regional and international actors - to promote a return to direct negotiations. Our hope is that these efforts will bring about a resumption of serious negotiations in good faith, in keeping with international law, the Arab Peace Initiative, the Road Map and the previously achieved agreements between the sides. Morocco warmly welcomed the commitment made by President Obama of the United States remarks his speech on 19 May 2011 on a comprehensive and just peace between the Palestinians and the Israelis and creation of an independent Palestinian State, within the 1967 borders and living side by side in peace with Israel.”
2011-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6590Resumption1 (2011) · source
“There can be no doubt that there is unanimous agreement at the international level when it comes to the two-State solution and the need for a comprehensive settlement in the Middle East, in keeping with international legitimacy. Consequently, the international community must be strict and effective in order to create an environment conducive to negotiations, free from provocative, illegal, unilateral measures by Israel, so as to bring peace and prosperity to the region. We are deeply concerned at the obstacles impeding direct talks between the two sides. At the same time, we are convinced that the peace process is a necessary choice that must lead to a comprehensive, just and legitimate peace for all peoples in the region.”
2011-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6590Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Mr. Loulichki (Morocco) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, let me express our profound gratitude to you for having convened this open debate. I also thank Mr. Robert Serry for his thorough briefing on the latest developments in the Middle East. As is customary, my delegation endorses the statements delivered by the representatives of Egypt, Kazakhstan and Kuwait on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and the Arab League, respectively. At the outset, I would like to express our profound concern at the protracted deadlock facing international and regional efforts to reinvigorate the talks between the Palestinians and the Israelis, particularly in the light of the legal aspirations of the Palestinians with regard to September 2011.”
2011-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6590Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We also support the overall approach of the Committee, which is aimed at facilitating the provision of technical assistance so as to overcome the difficulties experienced by countries in the full implementation of the resolution. At the national level, the Kingdom of Morocco has continued its efforts aimed at bringing its legislation in line with its commitments, pursuant to the international conventions and agreements it has ratified as well as resolution 1540 (2004). Morocco, which has an export-control system for dual-use materials, is on the verge of adopting new legislation in the area of external trade that will incorporate recent developments in this field, including dual-use materials.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“My delegation also shares the concerns set out in paragraph 56 of the report on the lack of clarity regarding certain entries on the consolidated list that yield false positive matches during screenings by private financial institutions. These lead to practical difficulties and complications that can have a very real impact on the social status and state of mind of the law-abiding individuals and members of their families who are the victims in this respect. We would like special attention to be devoted to this issue. My delegation would like to reiterate its support for the programme of work for 2011 of the 1540 Committee and welcomes the activities that have been planned with a view to strengthening cooperation with Member States and to assisting them in their efforts to implement their commitments under resolution 1540 (2004).”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“My delegation continues to advocate greater cooperation with Member States in the listing and de- listing procedures so as to ensure that they are considered partners in the decision-making process. The Committee would benefit from taking into account the lessons learned from the first review of the consolidated list, carried out under paragraph 25 of resolution 1822 (2008), with a view to beginning, under the best possible conditions, the reviews to be conducted under paragraphs 23 and 42 of resolution 1904 (2009). In that respect, we have taken note with interest of the proposals contained in paragraphs 44 to 46 of the eleventh report (S/2011/245) of the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“My delegation supports the overall approach of the 1373 Committee, which is aimed on the one hand at continuing to deploy strategic and transparent efforts and, on the other, at strengthening its role in facilitating the provision of technical assistance for the implementation of Security Council resolution 1373 (2001), so as to build up the capacities of Member States in the fight against terrorism, in close cooperation with the Counter-Terrorism Implementation Task Force and bilateral and multilateral donors. Turning to the 1267 Committee, my country has followed with interest the efforts undertaken to implement the provisions of resolutions 1822 (2008) and 1904 (2009), aimed at improving the quality of the consolidated list and the effectiveness of the sanctions system.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“The spontaneous, energetic and unanimous response of the Moroccan people in the face of that criminal act remains the main bulwark with respect to this challenge and made clear the absolute rejection by the entire Kingdom of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, regardless of its perpetrators or aims. The three Committees set up by the Security Council resolutions, which I mentioned earlier, represent important elements of the United Nations counter-terrorism architecture. My country is pleased to be able to engage in exemplary cooperation with the three Committees and their Groups of Experts.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“Mr. Loulichki (Morocco) (spoke in French): My delegation is pleased to participate in this debate on counter-terrorism, an issue that lies at the very heart of the mandates of the Committees established pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1373 (2001) and 1540 (2004). I should like to take this opportunity to express to the Council and to the Secretary-General Morocco's gratitude for the statement of support and solidarity following the terrorist attack that struck my country on 28 April. That cowardly attack, far from weakening the resolve of the Kingdom of Morocco, strengthened the country's commitment to continue its efforts to consolidate the rule of law and reform.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“The increasing dangers they brave in carrying out their noble work command our admiration and more than justify all the praise they regularly earn from the United Nations.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“This control over entire civilian populations sometimes even leads to a rejection of a basic requirement, namely the counting and registering of the population, without which it is pointless to speak of protection, much less of the right of return. Moreover, it is precisely that lack of protection and of distinction between civilians and combatants in refugee camps that leave the door open for opportunistic terrorists to abuse some refugees, use them in hostage-taking actions and even destabilize entire regions. I cannot conclude my remarks without properly honouring the work of United Nations blue helmets and humanitarian workers, who are prepared every day to make the ultimate sacrifice to protect civilians in conflict zones.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“However, simply looking at the numbers of peacekeeping troops and comparing them to the population to be protected amply demonstrates that the blue helmets cannot guarantee protection for all. The protection of civilians in armed conflict requires strict respect for international humanitarian law, as I said, by the parties to the conflict. We must note that in many situations, the militarization of refugee camps - which often makes it hard to distinguish between combatants and non-combatants - thus prevents humanitarian actors from discharging their mission and providing assistance and care to vulnerable populations in these camps. The control of civilian populations by non-State actors operating either in connivance with the host country's authorities or without their knowledge is a challenge that the international community must meet.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“However, and along with these achievements, we should not forget that the protection of civilians is but one aspect of the complex mandates of certain peacekeeping operations. The main task of these operations is to facilitate a peace process and ensure transition to a lasting peace. One of the fundamental items for the success of mandates for the protection of civilians is programmes for the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of combatants. My delegation believes that additional efforts should be undertaken to finance the crucial reintegration phase and to enhance States' capacities in post-conflict situations. When it is mandated, the protection of civilians often gives rise to excessive expectations in terms of public opinion and among the population of the host country.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“These mandates must, furthermore, take into account the financial and logistical resources provided to peacekeeping operations as well as the operational command structure of the operations, in consultation with Member States. Seven peacekeeping operations have a mandate to protect civilians. This is a significant development that needs to be underscored and welcomed while mainstreaming the use of optimal practices for the protection of civilians in peacekeeping operations with such mandates. Training for peacekeeping operations leadership is also an important aspect that we need to focus on. We welcome the ongoing development by the Department of Peacekeeping Operations of predeployment and in-mission training modules for blue helmets in close cooperation with troop- contributing countries.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“The Secretary- General's report on the protection of civilians in armed conflict, of November 2010 (S/2010/579), underscores the importance of adopting a comprehensive approach combining the legal, humanitarian and security aspects of dealing with the protection of civilians in armed conflict. This is a complex, multidimensional task. To better protect civilians and relieve their suffering, we must collectively strengthen respect for international law, especially international humanitarian law, and provide those peacekeeping operations that have a mandate for the protection of civilians with the necessary resources to better implement that mandate. In this context, the Security Council is called to develop clear and realistic mandates for peacekeeping operations. This is particularly necessary when the protection of civilians is mandated.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source