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“For their part, donors are called on to contribute to the implementation of the strategy developed within the United Nations system in the short and medium terms. At its July session, the Economic and Social Council will consider, within the framework of its annual ministerial review, the theme entitled "Implementing the internationally agreed goals and commitments in regard to global public health". In this context, it is important to recall that access to health care in Haiti remains very limited and that the inadequacies in terms of public health, and more generally in terms of basic services, are an obstacle to efforts being made to ensure development and growth.”
2009-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6101 (2009) · source
“The second group of recommendations pertains to capacity-building for Haitian institutions. The importance of stepping up institutional reforms, particularly in the area of justice and the rule of law, as well as in the area of customs and public administration in general, was stressed. The third group of recommendations focuses on an improved use of what the Group calls the Haitian and international economic and social development levers. It recommends further involvement of the private sector to pull Haiti out of poverty by creating jobs in the structured sector. The Group also insists on the contribution that the Haitian diaspora could make to the development of the country, not only through remittances, but also through its technical skills and knowledge.”
2009-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6101 (2009) · source
“The Ad Hoc Advisory Group on Haiti proposed three groups of recommendations in particular to improve the economic and social situation in Haiti and to enhance the impact of development aid. Amongst these recommendations, we would mention, first, improved development planning and better coordination of international assistance. Donors and partners for Haiti's development should further adjust their programmes to the facts on the ground and align their support with the objectives and strategies formulated by the Haitian authorities, thereby contributing to enhancing national capacities. In this context, it is urgent and necessary that the donor conference to take place in Washington on 14 April mobilize the international community on behalf of Haiti and contribute to the short-, medium- and long-term development of the country.”
2009-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6101 (2009) · source
“In its most recent report to the States members of the Economic and Social Council in July 2008, the Ad Hoc Advisory Group noted the economic, social and political instability in Haiti and highlighted the difficulties related to the food and fuel crises that had severely affected the country. It stressed the importance for social and economic stability of jumpstarting the economy, creating jobs, promoting rural development and providing the neediest categories of the population with food and basic services free of charge. Those recommendations are still valid. It is specifically the progress previously made in these key areas that has been seriously undermined by the crises and natural disasters that took place in 2008, further exacerbating the living conditions of many Haitians.”
2009-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6101 (2009) · source
“How, in that context, can we not fear a new destabilization and a resurgence of political violence? Indeed, the correlations between socio-economic development and political stability need no further demonstration. Only the implementation of a reconstruction and development strategy by the Haitian authorities, with the strong support of the donor community, will allow us to make the stability long- lasting. It is therefore vital that the Security Council and the Economic and Social Council work together to support that country in meeting these challenges. Haiti has been on the agenda of the Economic and Social Council for 10 years. Its Ad Hoc Advisory Group on Haiti, established in 1999 to draft recommendations for the long-term development of Haiti, was relaunched in November 2004.”
2009-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6101 (2009) · source
“I wish to thank you, Mr. President, for the opportunity to participate, in my capacity as President of the Economic and Social Council, in this Security Council debate on Haiti. As has already been said several times this morning, Haiti is at a crucial moment. Since the new Government came to power, some progress has been made: public security is being better guaranteed; considerable efforts are being made to establish administrations and institutions that can strengthen the rule of law; and the country is embarking on the path of effective governance in order to combat poverty and mobilize the country's human potential. However, 2008, with its food and fuel crises and its hurricanes and tropical storms, seriously affected the country, which experienced a decline of 15 per cent - or nearly $900 million - in its gross domestic product.”
2009-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6101 (2009) · source
“Those are some of the fundamental issues that States, the United Nations and the international community should address in dealing with the sensitive issue the Council is dealing with today. In conclusion, we would like to express our agreement with the excellent presidential statement proposed by the Algerian delegation and agreed by the members of the Council as the outcome of this debate.”
2004-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5100 (2004) · source
“In conclusion, we welcome the latest report of the Secretary-General (S/2004/431), which addresses a number of highly topical issues related to the protection of civilians in armed conflict, such as the separation of armed elements from civilians in refugee camps; the safety and security of humanitarian personnel; safe and unhindered access of humanitarian personnel seeking to assist civilians in armed conflict; sexual exploitation and gender-based violence in humanitarian crises and conflict situations; the commercial exploitation of conflicts and the plundering of resources, the involvement and role of terrorist organizations in armed conflict; the provision of security, law and order in post-conflict situations; disarmament, demobilization, reintegration and rehabilitation of former combatants, especially children; and the training of security and peacekeeping forces in higher standards of respect for human rights.”
2004-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5100 (2004) · source
“In that regard, we recall the Security Council's commitment in resolution 1265 (1999) to respond to armed conflict situations in which civilians are being directly targeted or humanitarian assistance is deliberately being denied. Another issue that deserves increased attention from the international community is the traffic in and the widespread use of small arms, light weapons and anti-personnel mines, owing to their disastrous impact on the scope and the level of violence that affects civilian populations during and after armed conflicts. In that context, we underline the importance of the Nairobi Declaration at the conclusion of the Summit on a Mine-Free World.”
2004-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5100 (2004) · source
“Moreover, the international community should demonstrate renewed resolve in fighting impunity and in ensuring the rule of law, justice and reconciliation through the establishment of effective and fair systems for the administration of justice and in ensuring accountability for atrocities and violations of human rights and international humanitarian law. In spite of the fact that primary responsibility for the protection of civilians in armed conflict rests with Governments, non-State actors should have a direct responsibility to ensure that the basic needs and the protection of civilian populations are met. Creating comprehensive, integrated and coherent responses to the needs of the civilian population remains a very important challenge for the international community.”
2004-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5100 (2004) · source
“The legal framework relating to international humanitarian law, human rights law and refugee law should be strengthened, and State and non-State actors should comply with those provisions. Governments cannot interpret these binding rules as relative norms that can be set aside if inconvenient, since they are part and parcel of the international legal order. The United Nations system should be involved, with the particular responsibility of taking appropriate and comprehensive action to achieve universal respect for humanitarian law.”
2004-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5100 (2004) · source
“Security Council interaction with regional and subregional organizations should be further developed in the field of conflict prevention. Regional organizations are particularly well suited to work with the Security Council. They can serve as suitable double instruments for early warning about escalating tensions; they can provide accurate assessments of crisis situations and engage in preventive diplomacy with the advantage of having first-hand knowledge of local idiosyncrasies. It is our View that regional organizations can be fundamental players in conflict prevention and, as Mr. Egeland stated, they can assume great importance in providing protection to civilians in armed conflict; it is of critical importance that they are provided with the necessary support to fulfil their role.”
2004-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5100 (2004) · source
“The fact that we are meeting today to consider this issue translates into two-fold reality - that the issue is at the centre of international concern and that further progress must be made in strengthening the international ability to protect civilians in situations of armed conflict. It is my delegation's View that the Security Council, which is responsible for the maintenance of international peace and security, should assign a more relevant role to early-warning and conflict prevention mechanisms. The international community should be equipped with the instruments to translate political will, strategic vision and operational readiness to decisively address any threat to peace and to hold back crisis situations from developing into those of uncontrollable proportions.”
2004-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5100 (2004) · source
“We are grateful to the Algerian delegation for organizing this meeting. We welcome your presiding over this important debate, Sir, on the protection of civilians in armed conflict, and we thank Under-Secretary-General Jan Egeland for his valuable introduction to this debate. We endorse the platform and practical measures formulated in Mr. Egeland's statement aimed at addressing the challenges posed by the protection of civilians and at enhancing the protection of those in need. The protection of civilians is at the core of the Security Council's mandate to ensure international peace and security, and humanitarian access to civilians lies at the heart of protection response, as Mr. Egeland reminded us in his statement.”
2004-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5100 (2004) · source
“In conclusion, we acknowledge that only international cooperation can provide the foundation upon which countries can strengthen their capacities to implement the goals set out in resolution 1540 (2004). We would like to take this opportunity to reiterate our commitment to the full implementation of the resolution as well as to the work of the Committee, which we consider of great importance in addressing such dangerous, real and present threats to international peace and security.”
2004-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5097 (2004) · source
“The prompt response by many Member States, translated into the submission of more than 80 reports to the Committee, demonstrates the concern for and importance attached to international cooperation to address the threat of weapons of mass destruction falling into the hands of terrorists and other non-State actors. The very large number of States that did not present their reports demonstrates the difficulties that many States encounter in complying with the provisions of the resolution. As mentioned in the report submitted to the Committee, Angola has taken a number of legislative and administrative measures to comply with the binding legal obligations of the treaties to which it is party and with other commitments in the context of preventing the proliferation of nuclear, chemical and biological weapons.”
2004-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5097 (2004) · source
“Furthermore, the report states that by recruiting experts in accordance with the relevant provisions of resolution 1540 (2004) and the guidelines adopted by the Committee, the Committee is now equipped to enter the substantial stage of its work. We hope that the principle of equitable geographical representation will be strictly enforced in the recruitment of other experts in the necessary areas of expertise of the work of the Committee. Security Council resolution 1540 (2004) calls upon all States to present to the Committee national reports on the steps they have taken, or intend to take, to implement the resolution.”
2004-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5097 (2004) · source
“My country fully shares those goals, based on the universally affirmed assumption that the efforts to fulfil the objective of denying weapons of mass destruction to terrorists must be matched by strengthening the existing international regimes aimed at disarmament and the non-proliferation of nuclear, chemical and biological weapons. We have taken note of the report on the work of the 1540 Committee. The adoption of guidelines for the conduct of the Committee's work and the provision of guidance to Member States in the preparation of national reports were significant steps forward, enabling the Committee to start to carry out its tasks.”
2004-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5097 (2004) · source
“I would like to join previous speakers in expressing our gratitude to Ambassador Mihnea Motoc, Chairman of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004), for his first report on the activities of, and results achieved by, the Committee since its inception. By adopting resolution 1540 (2004), the Security Council decidedly addressed the critical aspect of the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and the risk that terrorists and other non-State actors may acquire, develop, traffic in or use nuclear, chemical and biological weapons and their means of delivery.”
2004-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5097 (2004) · source
“As confirmed by the assessment reports presented today, the implementation of the completion strategies for the two Tribunals is on course. It is our hope that the Tribunals' fundamental achievements - moving from impunity to accountability, establishing facts, doing justice vis-a-vis the victims and giving them a voice and strengthening the rule of law - will contribute decisively to peace, stability and long-term national reconciliation in each of the countries concerned and in their respective regions.”
2004-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5086 (2004) · source
“With regard to the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR), my delegation believes that the biggest challenge ahead will be the completion of its mandate within the timeframe set by the Security Council. As stressed by the Tribunal's President and Prosecutor, meeting that challenge will require the full cooperation and commitment of the international community, including the provision of the necessary human, material and financial resources to enable the ICTR to complete trials at first instance by the end of 2008 and appeals by the end of 2010. The transfer of low- and mid-level cases to national jurisdiction is also a matter of great importance that deserves appropriate attention by the international community.”
2004-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5086 (2004) · source
“Such a strategy will enhance the critical involvement of national Governments in the strengthening of long- term national reconciliation, justice and the rule of law. In that regard, while we recognize that further progress is still required in connection with many issues, we note with appreciation that the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) has begun to file motions for the transfer of cases to domestic jurisdictions. It is our hope that national jurisdictions will be able to deliver free, fair and equitable trials. We welcome the significant steps that have been taken in each of the countries concerned to make such an endeavour a reality. The fact that the special Chamber of the State Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina will soon be ready to accept cases is a significant development.”
2004-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5086 (2004) · source
“In order to fulfil their mandates and meet the goals set by the completion strategies, the Tribunals must be able to try the most senior leaders indicted by the Tribunals. However, as long as many of those individuals remain at large, the Tribunals will be unable to complete their missions - a situation that calls for the stepping up of international cooperation in order to capture those persons and bring them to justice. In addition to the need for international cooperation in order to bring all indictees to account, as recognized by Security Council resolutions 1503 (2003) and 1534 (2004), a key component of the Tribunals' work entails referring lower- and mid-level accused persons to national jurisdictions.”
2004-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5086 (2004) · source
“We acknowledge with appreciation the valuable contribution of the two International Tribunals to the efforts of the United Nations and the international community to combat impunity and to bring to justice all those responsible for serious Violations of international humanitarian law, thereby supporting peace and stability and the process of national reconciliation in the countries of the former Yugoslavia and in Rwanda. Despite the complexity and the unprecedented nature of their mandates, the Tribunals are meeting the Security Council's goal of ensuring that persons responsible for war crimes, genocide and crimes against humanity are accountable for their crimes in just, fair and public trials meeting strict standards of due process.”
2004-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5086 (2004) · source
“I would like to start by thanking the President for convening this debate. Likewise, I wish to thank the Presidents and Prosecutors of the International Criminal Tribunals for the Former Yugoslavia and for Rwanda for their assessments and reports presented to the Security Council pursuant to resolution 1534 (2004). Those reports were eloquent and enlightening with regard to the resolve of the international community to address the consequences of the very painful episodes that occurred in the former Yugoslavia and Rwanda.”
2004-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5086 (2004) · source
“We praise the commitments made by those two key countries to the future of Timor-Leste and the constructive dialogue they have undertaken on issues of mutual interest, in particular, concerning border demarcation and management. My delegation hopes that the process will proceed quickly and that substantial progress will be achieved before the end of UNMISET's mandate.”
2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source
“It is our expectation that the conference will not fail the Timorese people and that it will be a fundamental instrument in the framework for sustainable development assistance for Timor-Leste. We commend the role played by UNMISET and the funds, programmes and specialized agencies of the United Nations system in promoting the rehabilitation of infrastructures, in enhancing public services, ensuring full security and in institutional capacity development. To conclude, we view the relations between Timor-Leste and its neighbours - particularly Indonesia and Australia - as very important factors in its overall situation, particularly for its security, stability and development.”
2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source
“That strategy should be based on the increased ownership and involvement of the Timorese in systems of public administration, justice, law enforcement and national security and, concurrently, on the mobilization of bilateral and multilateral partners, whose assistance will be crucial in further efforts towards a sustainable development assistance framework for Timor-Leste. Timor-Leste will face, from next year on, a new phase of its existence as an independent nation, with basic changes in the character of international assistance. My delegation urges bilateral and multilateral donors to continue providing timely and appropriate assistance for the consolidation of peace and the development of Timor-Leste. We took note with satisfaction of the scheduling of the donors' conference for March 2005.”
2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source
“The public administration and justice systems are still weak and fragile, demanding continued international assistance and a coherent and effective exit strategy when the mission departs in May 2005. This will ensure that advances in those key areas are not put in jeopardy. Thirdly, when dealing with the great challenges faced by law enforcement concerning security and stability in Timor-Leste, the report underlines the need for further training of the national police to bring it up to a desired level of professionalism, competence and skills, as well as the need for full implementation of the training programmes currently under way. Fourthly, the main tasks of UNMISET in its final mandate which the Security Council will soon approve, will be centred on the preparation of its exit strategy.”
2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source
“First, we support the recommendation contained in the report, which corresponds with the wishes of leadership of Timor-Leste namely, that of retaining the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET) with its current tasks configuration and size until 20 May 2005, allowing the Mission to complete key tasks and consolidate gains made thus far. Thus, we are in full agreement with the draft resolution on the extension of UNMISET'S mandate, presented by the Brazilian delegation. Secondly, despite the progress achieved by Timor-Leste during UNMISET's consolidation phase, the country has not yet reached the critical threshold of self-sufficiency.”
2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source
“I would like to welcome and to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General in Timor-Leste, Mr. Sukehiro Hasegawa, for his comprehensive presentation of the report of the Secretary-General. We express our heartfelt appreciation for the progress achieved by the Timorese people, as portrayed in the report, and for the good prospects ahead in building a stable, modern and democratic society in Timor-Leste. We would like to dwell briefly on some crucial aspects referred to in the report of the Secretary- General.”
2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source
“We strongly encourage the High Representative to maintain the consistent policies outlined in the report and to continue to work to achieve the goals set out in the Peace Agreement on Bosnia and Herzegovina and in the Dayton Agreement with regard to implementing the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
2004-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5075 (2004) · source
“We fully support that development, taking into account that the sustainability of democracy in Bosnia and Herzegovina is inextricably linked to reconciliation and cooperation with its neighbouring countries. A key challenge with enormous symbolic significance is the establishment of a unique statute for the city of Mostar, as that city demonstrates that it is possible for the various peoples of Bosnia and Herzegovina to live together in harmony and peace. Finally, we commend the international community for its commitment, which has been a decisive factor in the remarkable progress described in the report before us.”
2004-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5075 (2004) · source
“We share the concern expressed by Lord Ashdown at the failure of Republika Srpska to cooperate with the Tribunal. From that perspective, we believe that the Council should send a firm and unambiguous message to the leaders of Republika Srpska regarding their obligation to extend full cooperation to the Tribunal and to hand over all those indicted for war crimes. A new dynamic has emerged within Bosnia and Herzegovina's political bodies to embrace ownership of the reform process. We welcome the signing by all political parties represented in Parliament of a common platform pledging to take the measures necessary for further Euro-Atlantic integration - a positive development towards the complete integration of Bosnia and Herzegovina into the international community and towards the consolidation of a democratic State.”
2004-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5075 (2004) · source
“However, in our view, what is most important is that the reforms and the transformation of society in Bosnia and Herzegovina proceed with determination, but also cautiously and in a sustained fashion. And, as always, much remains to be done. We have also taken note of the progress achieved in creating domestic capacities for indicting, investigating and prosecuting those accused of war crimes. The War Crimes Chamber of the State Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina is an important instrument for achieving the objectives set by the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY). In that regard, my delegation recalls the clear message set out in Security Council resolution 1503 (2003) expressing the need for the countries of the region to improve and intensify their cooperation with the ICTY.”
2004-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5075 (2004) · source
“The notable progress made by the Bosnia and Herzegovina authorities in fulfilling the legislative requirements set out in the European Commission's Feasibility Study, the significant steps towards firmly establishing the rule of law in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the significant progress made on the agenda of economic reform, the ongoing reform of the public administration, the commencement of the restructuring of Bosnia and Herzegovina's police forces under a single structure, the forging ahead with the adoption of the first defence reform, the establishment of the Intelligence and Security Agency - all of that constitutes an impressive record. We understand the impatience expressed by the High Representative at the fact that the reform process is taking longer than anticipated.”
2004-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5075 (2004) · source
“After many years in which the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina has been on the agenda of the Security Council and at the centre of the international community's concerns, we are very pleased to take stock of the main trends described in the report we are considering today.”
2004-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5075 (2004) · source
“Mladen Ivanie, Deputy Chairman of the Council of Ministers and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina, and we are grateful for his enlightening briefing. We also take this opportunity to say a word in recognition of the efforts undertaken by the High Representative and his Office aimed at the implementation of the Peace Agreement and of the efforts by the European Union and NATO to ensure the emergence of a peaceful, viable and modern State in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Above all, we express our full appreciation to the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina, who are, in the last analysis, the protagonists in the great transformations taking place in the country.”
2004-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5075 (2004) · source
“Like previous speakers, the Angolan delegation regrets with great sadness the death of President Yasser Arafat, historic leader of the Palestinian people. We express our condolences and solidarity to the Palestinian people in this hour of pain and grief, in the expectation that they will overcome this difficult moment and that, with renewed strength and resolve, they will continue to strive for the attainment of the ultimate goal for which President Arafat fought so relentlessly: the establishment of a democratic, viable and peaceful Palestinian State, living side by side with Israel. I would like to express gratitude and appreciation to the High Representative, Lord Ashdown, for his comprehensive report (S/2004/807, enclosure) on developments in Bosnia and Herzegovina. We are particularly honoured by the presence of His Excellency Mr.”
2004-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5075 (2004) · source
“With the electoral process due to take place in 2006, Angolan women will have a unique opportunity to claim their fair share in the decision-making structures of the country - an endeavour to which we believe they are equal. Finally, we are pleased to express our full support for the presidential statement that the President of the Security Council will deliver later on behalf of the Council, which contains important proposals for the further implementation of resolution 1325 (2000).”
2004-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5066 (2004) · source
“They are showing remarkable will and determination to overcome their present situation, and we are convinced that they will be successful in a relatively short period of time. The Declaration of heads of State or Government of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) committed SADC member States to ensuring equal representation of women and men in the process of decision-making at all levels and in SADC's structures, and to attain, by 2005, 30 per cent representation by women in political structures and decision-making bodies. It is our hope that that Declaration will be translated into reality and will provide a decisive boost for women's emancipation in Southern Africa, and in Angola in particular.”
2004-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5066 (2004) · source
“In July this year, an Angolan delegation met with experts from the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women to discuss Angola's first report to the Committee. The Angolan Vice-Minister for Family and the Promotion of Women, in a statement to the Commission on the Status of Women at its forty-eighth session, declared: "Despite the recognition given to Angolan women for their efforts and their involvement in peace promotion, they seldom have an equal participation in decisions that lead to peace. Nor do they participate in conflict resolution. Even so, women are often the first to reach across ethnic and religious divides in order to rebuild communities and families torn apart due to violence." Nonetheless, Angolan women are making great strides.”
2004-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5066 (2004) · source
“The recommendations contained in the Secretary-General's report give particular emphasis to that issue by establishing provisions for monitoring and reporting on all areas related to the resolution. The Secretary-General expresses his intention to routinely incorporate gender perspectives in all thematic and country reports to the Security Council and to continue to closely monitor the progress made. Taking account of proposals made during the open debate last year (see S/PV.4852), we are of the view that the Security Council should consider establishing a mechanism to monitor the progress accomplished on this very important issue. In conclusion, I would like to express my country's commitment to the full implementation of resolution 1325 (2000).”
2004-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5066 (2004) · source
“Member States, the Security Council, the United Nations system and civil society organizations must pool their efforts, enhance coordination and adopt creative approaches to advocacy, education and mobilization in all areas relating to the resolution. Civil society and its organizations are already playing an important role in this respect, and that potential should be further enhanced. The role of women's networks in improving conditions for women is well known; if properly supported, they can play an increasingly important role in conflict prevention and peace- building and in ensuring access to justice for all women. Monitoring and reporting on implementation are crucial issues in making resolution 1325 (2000) fully operational.”
2004-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5066 (2004) · source
“The third reality is the need to mainstream gender perspectives in relation to issues directly related to conflict and post-conflict situations. The adoption of the resolution provided an impetus to include gender concerns as a regular part of peacekeeping mission mandates, and gender advisers have been included in every multidimensional peacekeeping operation. The development of a comprehensive strategy and action plan for mainstreaming gender perspectives into peacekeeping operations, in particular in the planning of new operations, as stated in the Secretary-General's report, would translate into reality this important policy principle, embodied in resolution 1325 (2000). We still have a long way to go towards fully implementing resolution 1325 (2000), and the remaining challenges must be addressed by all stakeholders.”
2004-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5066 (2004) · source
“The second reality is that women and girls are the most conspicuous victims of violence in situations of armed conflict, as a result of non-compliance by parties to conflict with international humanitarian, human rights, refugee and criminal law. Indeed, there has been international recognition of the seriousness of gender- based violence and a growing international commitment to ensure accountability. Key challenges confronting States and the international community include the need to apply increased pressure on parties to armed conflict to cease such violence, to bring to justice the perpetrators of such crimes against women, to ensure the effective prosecution of gender-based violence and to end impunity.”
2004-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5066 (2004) · source
“First, it recognized women's potential in contributing to the prevention of conflict. In their communities, women are the most reliable source of information about mounting tensions and signs of instability, not to mention signs of gender violence, and if their views are taken into account, they can play a decisive role in providing early warning of conflict. In the report before us (S/2004/814), the Secretary-General acknowledges the unique role played by indigenous women in conflict resolution as mediators and peace-builders and, in that context, expresses his intention to develop a strategy and an action plan to increase the attention focused on gender perspectives in conflict prevention and to ensure that women's contributions, needs and priorities are included in conflict-prevention strategies and early- warning efforts.”
2004-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5066 (2004) · source
“The main thrust of the resolution regards the participation and involvement of women in our collective efforts for the maintenance and promotion of peace and security, the protection of women and girls from human rights abuses - which constitute the most abhorrent and condemnable aspect of present-day conflict - and the mainstreaming of gender perspectives in issues directly related to conflict and post-conflict situations. Those are the main subjects dealt with by resolution 1325 (2000), which the Security Council, the United Nations system, States, civil society and other actors must address in order to advance the fundamental role that women can and should play in ensuring a more peaceful, just and equitable world. The Security Council's adoption of resolution 1325 (2000) reflected a three-fold reality.”
2004-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5066 (2004) · source
“Today, the Security Council is meeting four years after the adoption of its important resolution 1325 (2000), on women and peace and security. It is an occasion on which to assess the progress achieved and the gaps and challenges remaining in the implementation of the resolution. The presence of distinguished personalities at the meeting attests to the importance of this debate and of the subject matter we are addressing. Resolution 1325 (2000) deals with fundamental issues relating to the Security Council's mandate and the wider concerns of the international community.”
2004-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5066 (2004) · source
“We consider it a balanced text and we hope that it will meet with the unanimous approval of Council members, in the expectation that its adoption will contribute to ending the bloodshed in Gaza and to moving forward with the implementation by both parties of their obligations under the road map.”
2004-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5049 (2004) · source