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Mahugu

lines on the record: 335
first: 1997-01-10
most recent: 1999-03-19
sittings or episodes: 55
sources: un-security-council

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“Kenya joins the consensus on the draft resolution to establish the United Nations Observer Mission in Sierra Leone (UN OMSIL). The draft resolution reaffirms the commitment of the United Nations and of the international community to the long-term maintenance of peace and security in Sierra Leone. We would also like to commend the delegation of the United Kingdom for coordinating negotiations on the text before us. We also welcome the presence here today, in this Chamber, of our brothers from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), under whose umbrella the ECOWAS Monitoring Group (ECOMOG) has done a commendable job in restoring the democratically elected Government of President Ahmad Tejan Kabbah and in trying to finally bring about real peace in Sierra Leone.”
1998-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3902 (1998) · source
“In this context, we strongly encourage the facilitators of the peace process not to diminish their zeal or case in their resolve and energy to mediate a mutually acceptable solution to the whole problem of the Middle East, and specifically the Palestinian question, at the heart of which lies the policy of land for peace. Kenya remains determined to continue supporting the parties in their search for durable, comprehensive, just and lasting peace. We therefore call for all the parties to exercise maximum restraint and urge them to resume discussions on the issue before us, because negotiations remain the only viable and peaceful option to resolve the cr1s1s.”
1998-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3900 (1998) · source
“The international community cannot allow the establishment of new facts on the ground that would prejudge final status negotiations. Kenya believed the commitment made by both parties last year that they were determined to advance the peace process. We are disappointed that this commitment has not been met. We are disappointed that words have not matched action. Just as we were requested to exhibit restraint and trust, so do we now request both parties to exhibit the same. They must reactivate their political will, stand brave in the midst of adversity, and resolve their differences through dialogue.”
1998-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3900 (1998) · source
“We make that fervent appeal again today, conscious of the unimaginable consequences to peace and security should any unilateral decisions to change the status and demographic composition of Jerusalem be made. Any unilateral decisions to change the status of Jerusalem are not only unacceptable, but also illegal. All nations must strictly adhere to the resolutions of the Security Council. Current Israeli settlement policy is contrary to international law, Council resolutions and agreements already in place between Israel and the Palestinian Authority. We call on all the parties to respect this Council's resolutions on the status of Jerusalem in particular, and the Middle East in general. The question of the final status of Jerusalem must be decided through negotiations by the parties directly involved.”
1998-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3900 (1998) · source
“I recall that, when the issue of the illegal construction of settlements in East Jerusalem came up in the Security Council last year, my delegation stated that Kenya had been a consistent advocate for peace and supported an honest and constructive dialogue between Israel and Palestine. We expressed deep concern about the threats to ongoing negotiations and called on all the parties to refrain from any activities that had the potential to irretrievably harm the peace process. We expressed the hope then, as we do again now, that cool minds and calm action would characterize the response of the Palestinians, Israelis and the international community.”
1998-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3900 (1998) · source
“In the tense and volatile environment that now prevails in the Middle East, recent pronouncements and the proposed construction of new settlements by Israel in Jerusalem have undermined not only the foundation, but the legitimacy of the whole Middle East peace process, pushing the actors close to the brink of armed conflict. These developments are of such great concern to the international community that the Security Council, which is entrusted with the maintenance of international peace and security, must address the crisis in a cogent, direct and unemotional way.”
1998-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3900 (1998) · source
“In 1993, the international community was hopeful that, following the signing of the Declaration of Principles on Interim Self-Government Arrangements - in the context of the Oslo accords - the elusive goal of peace in the Middle East seemed more and more attainable. These hopes were first tested, then strained and finally dashed, following acts that violated the letter and spirit of the accords. Specifically, the illegal construction policy in Har Homa/Jabal Abu Ghneim in East Jerusalem, an issue which would be negotiated in the final stage of the Oslo accords, brought the entire peace process to its knees.”
1998-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3900 (1998) · source
“We hope that the existing laws governing the participation of children in armed conflict will be reviewed with a view to providing essential protection to this vulnerable sector of our society.”
1998-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3896 (1998) · source
“In addition to the high risks of injury, permanent disability or death to which this unique category of children is exposed, child soldiers are often the victims of psychological scars if they survive armed conflicts. My delegation welcomes the existing cooperation between the office of the Special Representative and the specialized agencies and programmes of the United Nations system and hopes that this cooperation will be strengthened for the sake of the children. Finally, my delegation calls upon all parties concerned to strictly comply with their obligations under international law, in particular their obligations under the Geneva Conventions of 1949, the Additional Protocols of 1977 and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child of 1989.”
1998-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3896 (1998) · source
“For this reason, we are happy to note that Ambassador Otunnu's efforts in post-conflict Sierra Leone appear to be proceeding along similar lines. We are aware of the existence of armed labour in parts of the Central African region and are concerned about the possibility that children could be involved in these activities. There is the added dimension of the easy availability of illegal small arms, and both of these phenomena have the potential to destabilize the whole region. Children are our future and we shall continue to support the work of the Secretary-General and his Special Representative so that we do not jeopardize the chances of our most precious investment. It is especially disheartening to hear about the ongoing exploitation of children, whether by recruitment into armed groups, sexual abuse, abduction or forced displacement.”
1998-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3896 (1998) · source
“It is estimated, as has been said by others, that some 300,000 children under the age of 18 are currently involved in armed conflict situations around the world. For this reason, we shall remain supportive of the continued efforts of the Secretary-General and his Special Representative to address the plight of such children and we look forward to seeing a positive outcome to his work in all parts of the world, and particularly in Africa. I recall that when the Security Council was addressing the post-conflict peace-building strategy for Liberia in 1997, it expressed concern about the involvement of children in armed conflict situations. It further pointed out the importance of integrating such children into society.”
1998-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3896 (1998) · source
“My delegation welcomes the opportunity to participate in this open debate on this important subject and joins the consensus in thanking you, Sir, for your initiative in convening it. We also express our appreciation for the work of the Secretary-General's Special Representative for Children and Armed Conflict, my brother Ambassador Olara Otunnu. His statement this morning was indeed very inspiring to all of us and his recommendations, in our view, warrant the Council's special attention. The issue of children in armed conflict is of particular interest to Africa, where there has been an increase in the number of horror stories about the atrocities to which children are subject or in which they participate.”
1998-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3896 (1998) · source
“In our View, the procedure spelt out in the draft resolution before us remains cumbersome and might in fact unnecessarily complicate what the Secretary- General intended to be a straightforward procedure to address what he considered to be a severe hindrance to the success of the humanitarian programme. This notwithstanding, and fully cognizant that there continues to be a humanitarian crisis in Iraq which must be addressed urgently, my delegation will join in the consensus and vote in favour of the draft resolution, in the hope that today's action of the Council will help alleviate the humanitarian situation now prevailing in Iraq.”
1998-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3893 (1998) · source
“Let me first take this opportunity to thank the sponsors for a much-improved text. We welcome the changes that they have made following our informal consultations. As we stated earlier, we were concerned about the connotation of permanence of the oil-for-food programme, which was implied in the earlier draft that we considered. It is our understanding that this is not an issue and that the provisional and temporary nature of the oil-for-food programme is neither in doubt nor being questioned. It has always been and remains our conviction that the programme will - and, indeed, must - come to an end as soon as paragraph 22 of resolution 687 (1991) is implemented. Our other major concern relating to the mechanism for the approval of contracts for spare parts was not fully addressed.”
1998-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3893 (1998) · source
“We agree with his observation that such a renewal would be a demonstration by the international community of its long-term commitment to the peace process in Bosnia and Herzegovina. We shall therefore vote in favour of the draft resolution before us.”
1998-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3892 (1998) · source
“We call upon all the parties to take advantage of the United Nations presence in order to consolidate peace and reconciliation in Bosnia and Herzegovina. My delegation has always reiterated that economic development is an integral part of any peace process. In this regard, we commend the efforts of the United Nations system and the World Bank in trying to bring about progress in major sectors of the economy. Although much has been achieved, much more remains to be done. The support of the international community, therefore, remains necessary for Bosnia and Herzegovina to consolidate the progress made so far. Finally, my delegation supports the recommendation of the Secretary-General that the mandate of UNMIBH be extended for an additional period terminating on 21 June 1999.”
1998-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3892 (1998) · source
“The United Nations Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina (UNMIBH) has contributed significantly to the progress in the peace process in Bosnia and Herzegovina. As one of the participating countries, Kenya is proud to be associated with that process. The Mission's activities of monitoring, advising and training the local police have had a very positive effect, inter alia, in creating an atmosphere conducive to freedom of movement. The introduction of a common license plate, which has brought about a fundamental change towards increased freedom of movement, is a case in point. While welcoming these positive developments, my delegation is concerned that violent incidents directed at returning refugees and displaced persons have been on the increase in the last three months.”
1998-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3892 (1998) · source
“In particular, we expect that it will continue to refrain from any action that could negate the peace process, including the excessive use of force by its National Police. Finally, we wish to thank those that have been closely involved in the peace process in Angola, including the troika of observer States, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Maitre Alioune Blondin Beye, and the men and women of the United Nations Observer Mission in Angola (MONUA). We encourage them to continue with their efforts, and we assure them of our continued support.”
1998-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3891 (1998) · source
“It is for these reasons that my delegation will vote in favour of the present draft resolution. For the process to move forward, it is important that UNITA fully comply with its obligations. In particular, UNITA should hand over areas under its control for the extension of State administration, including Andulo, Bailundo, Mungo, and Nharea. We also expect that UNITA will stop further attacks on international personnel, including organized acts of banditry. Kenya commends the Government of Angola for the commitment it has shown so far in fulfilling its obligations. We hope that it will continue to play its part and to cooperate with the international community in this regard.”
1998-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3891 (1998) · source
“In spite of these efforts, UNITA has continued to delay and frustrate the process. The many promises and deadlines that have not been honoured by UNITA in the past have left the Council in a weak position. While agreeing to the position that our eyes should remain set on the completion of the peace process by the end of June, we feel that the time has come now for the Council to act decisively on this matter, as it did in August 1997, when it adopted resolution 1127 (1997). We believe that the imposition of additional measures will force UNITA to proceed with the peace process and will further re-establish the authority of the Security Council. There is therefore a need for the Security Council to take additional measures, and in our opinion the draft resolution before us contains such measures.”
1998-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3891 (1998) · source
“I wish to recognize the presence of General Carneiro, the Vice-Minister of Angola, in our meeting this evening and express my delegation's appreciation for the efforts his Government has undertaken in fulfilment of the peace agreements. The Security Council is holding this meeting at a critical moment in the peace process in Angola. The meeting is taking place at a time when one of the parties is increasingly showing signs of a lack of commitment to implementing its obligations under the Lusaka peace process. At the same time, it is a moment when the peace process is about to come to an end. We are therefore gravely concerned at this critical situation in the peace process. Kenya believes that the international community has invested heavily in the peace process in Angola.”
1998-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3891 (1998) · source
“Kenya will vote in favour of the draft resolution before us because we feel that, although it does not cover all the areas it should have covered, it nonetheless addresses our main concerns with respect to nuclear non- proliferation; contains a commitment on nuclear disarmament by nuclear-weapon States; and, finally, calls on India and Pakistan to choose the path of reason and, indeed, dialogue.”
1998-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3890 (1998) · source
“It is Kenya's conviction that testing of any kind, underground or otherwise, should not be carried out, and that all tests pose a threat to all of us by increasing the chances of proliferation and, indeed, of an arms race. In this regard, we welcome the renewed commitment contained in the Geneva communique of the five States permanent members of the Council, which inter alia expresses their determination to fulfil their commitments relating to nuclear disarmament under article VI of the NPT.”
1998-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3890 (1998) · source
“To this end, the need for security assurances for non- nuclear-weapon States and the even more urgent need for renewed efforts to rid the world of nuclear weapons cannot be over-emphasized. We look to the nuclear-weapon States to start the ball rolling. The rest of us expect them to take seriously their responsibility to finally remove the threat of nuclear weapons, which since the end of the Second World War has continued to hang over our heads. Security Council presidential statements on the tests carried out by India and Pakistan expressed the view that such tests run counter to current global efforts towards nuclear non-proliferation and nuclear disarmament.”
1998-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3890 (1998) · source
“We note the assurances contained in their Government press statements and expect them to exercise maximum control over the deadly technology they have acquired, to remain committed to the Non-Aligned Movement's goal of nuclear disarmament, and to participate with others in negotiating a fissile-material cut-off treaty in the Conference on Disarmament. It is regrettable that the insecurity created as a result of the lack of serious commitment by the nuclear-weapon States to move towards disarmament has provided others who may have felt the need to ensure their own security with an excuse to test. Deplorable though these countries' actions may be, a wake-up call has most definitely been sounded.”
1998-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3890 (1998) · source
“Consequently, we are a party to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) and to the Pelindaba Treaty establishing the African Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone; a signatory of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty; and, indeed, one of the first 21 members of the Conference on Disarmament. It is through that prism that we learned with regret and concern of the underground nuclear tests carried out by India and Pakistan. The tests will no doubt be remembered as having dealt a serious blow to our aspirations to a world free of nuclear weapons. We encourage India and Pakistan to exercise restraint and to refrain from carrying out any further tests.”
1998-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3890 (1998) · source
“In the first place, we would like to express our gratitude to the delegations of Japan, Sweden, Slovenia and Costa Rica which, through their tireless efforts and persistence, have brought us to the point we are at today. Ambassador Owada in particular deserves our admiration and appreciation for the manner in which he has conducted our negotiations. Kenya has continuously and vigorously pursued an active policy of nuclear non-proliferation and, with others, has promoted the goal of complete nuclear disarmament and the elimination of such weapons.”
1998-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3890 (1998) · source
“"The Security Council urges India and Pakistan to resume the dialogue between them on all outstanding issues, including all those that the parties have already discussed, especially matters concerning peace and security, in order to remove the tensions between them and to enhance their economic and political cooperation. The Council calls upon India and Pakistan to avoid any steps or statements that could lead to further instability or impede their bilateral dialogue. "The Security Council will remain seized of the matter." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/ 1998/ 17. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 11.35 am.”
1998-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3888 (1998) · source
“The Council also encourages India and Pakistan to participate, in a positive spirit, in the proposed negotiations with other States for a fissile material cut-off treaty in Geneva with a view to reaching early agreement. "The Security Council calls upon all parties to exercise maximum restraint and to take immediate steps to reduce and remove tensions between them. The Council reaffirms that the sources of tension in South Asia should be reduced and eliminated only through peaceful dialogue and not by the use of force or other military means.”
1998-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3888 (1998) · source
“It is of the View that testing by India and then by Pakistan is contrary to the de facto moratorium on the testing of nuclear weapons or other nuclear explosive devices, and to global efforts towards nuclear non-proliferation and nuclear disarmament. The Council also expresses its concern at the effects of this development on peace and stability in the region. "The Security Council reaffirms the crucial importance of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) and the Comprehensive Test- Ban Treaty (CT BT ). The Council appeals to India and Pakistan, and all other States which have not yet done so, to become parties to the NPT and to the CTBT, without delay and without conditions.”
1998-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3888 (1998) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Following consultations among members of the Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: "The Security Council strongly deplores the underground nuclear tests that Pakistan conducted on 28 May 1998, despite overwhelming international concern, and calls for restraint. Reaffirming the statement of its President of 14 May 1998 (S/PRST/1998/12), on Indian nuclear tests of 11 and 13 May, the Council strongly urges India and Pakistan to refrain from any further tests.”
1998-05-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3888 (1998) · source
“The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 11:50 am.”
1998-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3885 (1998) · source
“In connection with the resolution just adopted on the renewal of the mandate of the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force, I have been authorized to make the following complementary statement on behalf of the Security Council: "As is known, the report of the Secretary- General on the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (8/1998/391) states in paragraph 10: 'Despite the present quiet in the Israeli- Syrian sector, the situation in the Middle East continues to be potentially dangerous and is likely to remain so, unless and until a comprehensive settlement covering all aspects of the Middle East problem can be reached: "That statement of the Secretary-General reflects the View of the Security Council." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/ 1998/ 15.”
1998-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3885 (1998) · source
“Members of the Council also have before them document S/ 1998/422, which contains the text of a draft resolution prepared in the course of the Council's prior consultations. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall now put the draft resolution to the vote. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show of hands. In favour: Bahrain, Brazil, China, Costa Rica, France, Gabon, Gambia, Japan, Kenya, Portugal, Russian Federation, Slovenia, Sweden, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1169 (1998).”
1998-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3885 (1998) · source
“I should like to acknowledge the presence at the Council table of the new Permanent Representative of Costa Rica to the United Nations, Mr. Bernd Niehaus Quesada. On behalf of the Council I extend a warm welcome to him. We look forward to cooperating with him in the work of the Council. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted. The situation in the Middle East Report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (S/1998/391) The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force, document S/1998/391.”
1998-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3885 (1998) · source
“"The Security Council will remain actively seized of this matter." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/1998/l4. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 11.30 am.”
1998-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3884 (1998) · source
“"The Security Council endorses the plan for the completion of the remaining tasks of the Lusaka Protocol by 31 May 1998 that was submitted by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General to the Joint Commission on 15 May 1998. The Council demands that the GURN and in particular UNITA fulfil their obligations in accordance with this plan. In this context, the Council reaffirms its readiness to review the measures specified in paragraph 4 of resolution 1127 (1997) of 28 August 1997 and to consider the imposition of additional measures in accordance with paragraphs 8 and 9 of resolution 1127 (1997). "The Security Council expresses its appreciation to the Secretary-General, his Special Representative, and the personnel of MONUA for their efforts to assist the GURN and UNITA to implement their peace process obligations.”
1998-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3884 (1998) · source
“It also strongly condemns the confirmed attacks by members of UNITA on the personnel of the United Nations Observer Mission in Angola (MONUA), international personnel and Angolan national authorities. The Council expresses its deep concern at the serious abuses committed by the Angolan National Police, particularly in areas recently transferred to State administration, as well as at the recent increase in hostile propaganda. The lack of progress in completing the remaining tasks of the peace process has led to a serious deterioration in the military and security situation in the country. The Council calls on the GURN and UNITA in the strongest terms to refrain from any action which might lead to renewed hostilities or derail the peace process.”
1998-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3884 (1998) · source
“It demands that the Government of Unity and National Reconciliation (GURN) and in particular the Uniao Nacional para a Independencia Total de Angola (UNITA) guarantee unconditionally the safety and freedom of movement of all United Nations and other international personnel. "The Security Council strongly deplores the failure by UNITA to complete the implementation of its remaining obligations under the "Acordos de Paz" (S/22609, annex), the Lusaka Protocol (S/ 1994/ 1441, annex) and relevant Security Council resolutions, especially its failure to cooperate in completing the normalization of State administration throughout the national territory, including in particular in Andulo and Bailundo.”
1998-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3884 (1998) · source
“There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Do Nascimento (Angola) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Following consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council. "The Security Council strongly condemns the armed attack in Angola on 19 May 1998 against personnel from the United Nations and the Angolan National Police, in which one person was killed and three people were seriously injured.”
1998-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3884 (1998) · source
“I should like to acknowledge the presence at the Council table of the new Permanent Representative of the Gambia to the United Nations, His Excellency Mr. Baboucarr-Blaise Ismaila Jagne. We look forward to cooperating with him in the work of the Council. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted. The situation in Angola The President: I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Angola, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure.”
1998-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3884 (1998) · source
“In favour: Bahrain, Brazil, China, Costa Rica, France, Gabon, Gambia, Japan, Kenya, Portugal, Russian Federation, Slovenia, Sweden, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1168 (1998). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 1.20 pm.”
1998-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3883 (1998) · source
“I should like to draw the attention of the members of the Council to document S/ 1998/314, which contains the text of a letter dated 9 April 1998 from the Secretary- General addressed to the President of the Security Council, transmitting a letter dated 9 April 1998 from the High Representative for Implementation of the Peace Agreement on Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to vote on the draft resolution contained in document S/l998/415. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show of hands.”
1998-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3883 (1998) · source
“The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina, document S/l998/227 and Corrigendum l and Addendum 1. Members of the Council also have before them document S/l998/415, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Portugal, the Russian Federation, Sweden, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the United States of America.”
1998-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3883 (1998) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Germany and Italy, in which they request to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In accordance with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the discussion without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Sacirbey (Bosnia and Herzegovina) took a seat at the Council table; Mr. Eitel (Germany) and Mr. Terzi di Sant'Agata (Italy) took the seats reserved for them at the side of the Council Chamber.”
1998-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3883 (1998) · source
“The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 1.20 pm.”
1998-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3882 (1998) · source
“It encourages ECOWAS to renew its political efforts to foster peace and stability and urges all parties in the country to embark on the tasks of national reconstruction, rehabilitation and reconciliation. The Council urges all parties concerned to respect fully international law, including human rights and humanitarian law. "The Security Council urges States and other parties concerned to contribute to the trust fund to support peacekeeping and related activities in Sierra Leone. and to humanitarian assistance efforts. "The Security Council requests the Secretary- General to keep it advised on the situation in Sierra Leone. "The Security Council will remain seized of this matter." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/1998/13.”
1998-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3882 (1998) · source
“The Council commends the Governments of neighbouring countries for their reception of refugees and calls upon all States and relevant international organizations to help them in responding to the refugee crisis. "The Security Council expresses concern for the safety of all humanitarian personnel working in Sierra Leone. It calls on all parties concerned to facilitate the work of humanitarian agencies. The Council urges the parties to protect displaced persons seeking refuge, as well as United Nations and humanitarian aid workers. "The Security Council welcomes the efforts made by the democratically elected Government since its return on 10 March 1998 to restore peace and stability and to re-establish effective administration and the democratic process in Sierra Leone.”
1998-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3882 (1998) · source
“"The Security Council expresses deep concern for the plight of all those affected by the continuing insecurity, including the tens of thousands of refugees and displaced persons. It urges all those concerned to continue humanitarian assistance and underscores the importance of a comprehensive response by United Nations agencies in coordination with the Government of Sierra Leone and with the support of ECOMOG. The Council also recognizes the important role played by the international community, including the Organization of African Unity and relevant non-governmental organizations, to provide humanitarian assistance to civilians in dire need in Sierra Leone.”
1998-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3882 (1998) · source
“"The Security Council deplores the continued resistance to the authority of the legitimate Government of Sierra Leone and calls on all rebels to cease their resistance, lay down their arms, and surrender to forces of the Military Observer Group (ECOMOG) of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) immediately. It again commends ECOWAS and ECOMOG for the important role they are playing to restore peace and security in Sierra Leone. The Council reiterates its call for States to provide technical and logistical support to assist ECOMOG to continue to enhance its ability to carry out its peacekeeping role and contribute to bringing an end to the atrocities being committed against the people of Sierra Leone.”
1998-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3882 (1998) · source