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1. “The Special Representative is to be particularly commended and supported in his efforts to open lines of communication with all the stakeholders and to impress upon them their primary responsibilities for the protection of children in conformity with international human rights and humanitarian law. In conclusion, I wish to commend all relevant actors at the national and international levels, and in particular our partners in civil society, for their commitment to the issue of children and armed conflict. Through their experience, expertise and continued involvement, possibilities for solutions to the problem of children in armed conflict have been greatly enhanced.”

   2000-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4176Resumption1 (2000) · source

2. “The need for a holistic approach and for common strategies for prevention and protection, particularly in the application of international norms and standards, has thus become a priority. To this end, the commendable efforts of the Special Representative of the Secretary General, Mr. Olaru Otunnu, and of UNICEF under its very able leader, Ms. Carol Bellamy, require this Council's full recognition and support by, inter alia, facilitating stronger coordination through the establishment of an inter-agency task force to undertake field visits and to prepare reports for Council debate with a view to putting countries on notice and, where necessary, naming and shaming them.”

   2000-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4176Resumption1 (2000) · source

3. “Resolutions of this Council should call for concrete measures to redress discriminatory policies in the armed forces, to address problems of sexual harassment and to ensure that demobilization, rehabilitation and reintegration programmes take the special needs of girl soldiers into account. While conflict prevention is no doubt the best way to protect children, the link between poverty and the recruitment of children cannot be overlooked. A disturbing dimension of this scourge is that the majority of the most vulnerable are the poor - the least educated and the most marginalized members of society, who have either experienced abuses or have come from disrupted families either as refugees or internally displaced persons.”

   2000-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4176Resumption1 (2000) · source

4. “Recently, this Council took steps to address the scourge of HIV/AIDS in general, and in particular as it relates to peacekeeping. Closely linked to this are the special needs of girl soldiers, whose role is not limited to combat, but who in many cases are recruited primarily to perform sexual services as sex slaves or concubines. These abuses not only result in the spread of sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV/AIDS, but also lead to pregnancies and births of infected children and/or uncontrolled abortions. Unless the special needs of girl soldiers are recognized and concrete steps taken to address them, the girl child of today will never grow up to be a woman of tomorrow.”

   2000-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4176Resumption1 (2000) · source

5. “No effort should be spared in rectifying the situation on the ground and ensuring that this protocol and other international humanitarian and human rights laws fulfil the purposes for which they were drafted, that is, to protect the rights of the child and to eradicate the use of children as soldiers. What is needed is our collective effort and commitment to end the abuse of children as soldiers, to demobilize any children already serving in armed forces and to ensure their reintegration into civilian life. This delegation is amongst those who remain particularly concerned about the plight of women and girl soldiers in armed conflict, an issue which does not seem to attract as much attention as we believe it deserves.”

   2000-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4176Resumption1 (2000) · source

6. “With the recent adoption of the Optional Protocol to the Convention and the confirmation of 18 as the minimum age for participation in armed conflict, the stage has been set for this Council to take proactive measures in its areas of competence to ensure that international humanitarian standards and human rights instruments that regulate the recruitment of children as soldiers are vigorously enforced. In addition to endorsing the protocol on children in armed conflict and calling for its signature and ratification, this Council has the moral, political and legal duty to call on States to ban all recruitment of children under 18 and to require all States to put in place appropriate safeguards for proof of age and voluntarism in recruitment.”

   2000-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4176Resumption1 (2000) · source

7. “In addition to the Convention on the Rights of the Child - which, inter alia, defines a child as anyone below the age of 18 years - other conventions which set 18 as the age limit for recruitment and participation in conflict include the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child and the ILO Convention No. 182, which characterizes forced and compulsory recruitment of children under 18 as being amongst the worst forms of child labour. This Council has previously condemned targeting children in armed conflict and called for the speedy conclusion of the Optional Protocol aimed at strengthening the Convention on the Rights of the Child.”

   2000-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4176Resumption1 (2000) · source

8. “It is particularly timely following the recent adoption by the General Assembly of two protocols - on the involvement of children in armed conflict, and on the sale of children, child prostitution and child pornography - both of which are important tools in fighting the exploitation of children. This Council's strong endorsement of the protocol on the involvement of children in armed conflict will no doubt enhance international efforts aimed at curbing this scourge, which has become a feature of armed conflicts in every region of the world. There is no doubt that international law governing the use of children as soldiers has advanced over the years.”

   2000-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4176Resumption1 (2000) · source

9. “Those who survive some of these harrowing experiences pose serious challenges with regard to their rehabilitation and reintegration into civilian life. What future can these children hope to have when they were denied educational opportunities and left physically and mentally scarred and disabled, thus posing a danger not only to themselves but to other children? The time has come for the international community - this Council and other agencies - to join hands in taking appropriate measures to address the problem of the recruitment of children, particularly girls, into armed forces. It is in this context that we welcome the opportunity to share our views on these issues and to commend you, Madam President, for your leadership of the Council during the month of July and for your efforts in arranging for this timely debate.”

   2000-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4176Resumption1 (2000) · source

10. “When this Council took up the issue of children and armed conflict as one of its thematic debates and subsequently adopted resolution 1261 (1999) in August 1999, it signalled the renewed international commitment to reverse the growing and tragic victimization of more than 300,000 children under the age of 18, some as young as 7, who are currently fighting in conflicts around the world, as well as thousands of others who have been recruited into armed forces and who could thus be sent into combat at any time. Those who recruit children do not distinguish between boys and girls, both of whom are used not only to commit atrocities but also serve as sexual slaves of military commanders. Many are physically abused and driven to suicide when they cannot cope with the stressful demands put on them.”

    2000-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4176Resumption1 (2000) · source

11. “I also extend my delegation's sincere thanks and congratulations to Maitre Alioune Blondin Beye, to the members of the troika and to the personnel of MONUA for their unwavering support and devotion to the Angolan peace process. Our gratitude goes also to the international community for its valuable support, assisting the people of Angola as they strive to attain long-lasting peace.”

    1997-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3814 (1997) · source

12. “The measures envisaged in the draft resolution cannot succeed without the cooperation of States. We therefore urge all Member States to implement these measures and to redouble their efforts to comply with earlier measures imposed by the Council. My delegation would also like to affirm its support for the Secretary-General's proposal that United Nations military units remain in the country until the end of October 1997. We share the view that a meeting between President Dos Santos and Mr. Savimbi would be a clear signal of the commitment of both leaders to advance the peace process, and we thus urge the Special Representative of the Secretary-General to continue his efforts to encourage the parties to meet as soon as possible. I conclude by conveying our gratitude to the Secretary-General for his informative report.”

    1997-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3814 (1997) · source

13. “It is for these reasons that we welcome the draft resolution before the Council today, which in our view addresses some of these issues. It calls upon UNITA to provide detailed and credible information on the strength of its armed personnel not previously reported to the United Nations in order that they may be verified, disarmed and demobilized. We trust that UNITA will heed this call to stop restoring its military capabilities. In addition, the draft resolution makes it clear that further and more drastic action will be taken if necessary to bring peace to Angola. My delegation confirms its readiness to support the imposition of additional measures if UNITA continues its intransigence. Most important, the draft resolution is directed to Member States, which are to adopt measures necessary to restrict the movements of UNITA personnel.”

    1997-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3814 (1997) · source

14. “At this critical time for the peace process in Angola, the international community and the Security Council must demonstrate their determination and their commitment to the Angolan peace process by sending a firm and unequivocal message to UNITA that no further procrastination can be tolerated. The time has now come for the Council to oblige UNITA to comply fully and urgently with its commitments and with Council resolutions. Decisive action must be taken to ensure that UNITA stops its delaying tactics and cooperates fully with the United Nations Observer Mission in Angola. The freedom of movement and safety of MONUA and other international personnel must be ensured; UNITA should stop laying mines and restricting MONUA's verification activities.”

    1997-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3814 (1997) · source

15. “There is no doubt that since the signing of the Lusaka Protocol in 1994, this Council and, through it, the international community have come a long way and have invested heavily in bringing peace to Angola. Over the years, we have stressed the importance of the expeditious implementation of the various outstanding tasks under the Lusaka Protocol. We have pleaded with UNITA and waited for it to comply with its obligations. All of this has been in vain, and our appeals have fallen on deaf ears, resulting in our deep frustration over the delayed progress in the peace process.”

    1997-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3814 (1997) · source

16. “The situation has become even more disturbing due to constant failures by UNITA to submit information on the strength and location of its security detachments and so- called mining police; its failure to ensure the safety and security of United Nations personnel and the staff of non- governmental organizations, all of which are essential to the peace process. There can be no doubt that the international community has become increasingly impatient with UNITA's intransigence and unwillingness to meet its obligations. Key outstanding issues include the normalization of State administration throughout the country, the transformation of radio Vorgan into a non- partisan station and the total transformation of UNITA into a political party.”

    1997-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3814 (1997) · source

17. “My delegation has read and noted with deep concern the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Observer Mission in Angola, from which it is clear that the Angolan peace process is being derailed and that if decisive action is not taken, it will be doomed to failure. We are disappointed that, in the less than six months since the swearing in of the Government of Unity and National Reconciliation, which we hailed as a step in the right direction, the Angolan people' s legitimate aspirations to peace have once again been shattered due to UNITA's failure to fully comply with the Council's resolutions and with its obligations under the Lusaka Protocol. We are particularly concerned that tensions in northern Angola are rapidly spreading to the central and southern provinces, thus posing a serious threat to the peace process.”

    1997-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3814 (1997) · source

18. “A few weeks ago the Council issued a statement in which it condemned the mistreatment of the personnel of the United Nations and humanitarian organizations working in areas controlled by UNITA. That condemnation followed the joint statement by the United Nations Observer Mission in Angola (MONUA) and representatives of the three observer States - Portugal, the Russian Federation and the United States of America. Despite strenuous efforts by the troika and by Maitre Blondin Beye, UNITA has failed to remove the remaining obstacles to the final implementation of the Lusaka Protocol.”

    1997-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3814 (1997) · source

19. “As you correctly observed, Sir, the representative of Angola spoke on our behalf when he congratulated you on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of August. It is indeed our distinct pleasure to see you presiding over the deliberations on this important agenda item. Lesotho and other Southern African Development Community (SADC) countries will continue to devote their efforts to bring peace to Angola, knowing that stability in Angola is essential for the process of development and democratization of our subregion. I should like also to associate myself with previous speakers in extending my delegation's congratulations to your predecessor for the remarkable way in which he steered the work of the Council during the month of July.”

    1997-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3814 (1997) · source

20. “The greatest challenge for the newly established Government of Unity and National Reconciliation is to pave the way for free and fair elections by creating the necessary political conditions and infrastructure for free and democratic choice. The continued presence of the international community in Angola in the form of an Observer Mission after the expiration of the UNAVEM. III mandate is thus necessary for post-conflict peace-building purposes. In conclusion, my delegation expresses its gratitude to the international donor community and the countries of the troika for their valuable support and efforts in assisting the people of Angola as they strive to attain a long-awaited and well-deserved peace.”

    1997-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3769 (1997) · source

21. “My delegation thus welcomes the extension of the mandate of UN AVEM. III and supports the transitional arrangements recommended by the Secretary-General in his report contained in document S/1997/304. The Secretary-General's report indicates that there is still much work that needs to be done before lasting peace and reconciliation can be achieved in Angola. The challenges of integrating UNITA soldiers into the national army and police force and of demobilizing excess personnel still remain to be resolved, as does the thorny issue of deserters and absentees. In the light of the positive developments so far, we urge all the parties to continue to display the political will to build on their goodwill and understanding by cooperating in the remaining tasks leading to a free Angola.”

    1997-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3769 (1997) · source

22. “We share the Secretary-General's hope that tangible and rapid progress can now be made towards completing the implementation of the other aspects of the Lusaka Protocol in the spirit of cooperation and mutual accommodation which both parties have so far demonstrated. We thus remain confident that the Angolan peace process will never again be threatened by procrastination on the part of either party. Given that the major goal of establishing a Government of Unity and National Reconciliation has now been achieved, the international community should sustain its support for the people of Angola. At this decisive point, an extension of the mandate of UNAVEM III up to 30 June 1997 is necessary to ensure that Angola establishes one army and one police force for one united Angola.”

    1997-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3769 (1997) · source

23. “Savimbi, the swearing in of UNITA deputies in the National Assembly and the inauguration of the Government of Unity and National Reconciliation on 11 April 1997 are commendable efforts and decisive steps towards the completion and full implementation of other aspects of the Lusaka Protocol. We commend all the parties for showing commitment and rededicating themselves to peace, stability and prosperity in Angola. Most of all, we congratulate the women and men of Angola for their sacrifices and efforts. Despite various obstacles that threatened the fragile peace process, they never faltered in their quest for peaceful national reconciliation.”

    1997-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3769 (1997) · source

24. “Our hopes were focused on the swearing in of UNITA deputies and the formation of a Government of Unity and National Reconciliation as a next step in a schedule of goals and timetables voluntarily agreed upon by the Government of Angola and UNITA. While we were encouraged by some of the steps which both parties had taken to restore the momentum for the peace process, we remained pessimistic and expressed our concerns over the delays in implementing the outstanding political and military issues. Today, we are happy that, more than ever before, the prospects for lasting peace in Angola have been significantly advanced: the approval by the National Assembly of the legislation concerning the special status of the UNITA leader, Mr.”

    1997-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3769 (1997) · source

25. “I wish to begin by congratulating you, Sir, on behalf of my Government, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of April. I also wish to pay tribute to your predecessor for his very successful work during the course of the last month. My delegation warmly welcomes the Secretary General's positive report on Angola and reiterates its appreciation for the efforts of the Special Representative, Maitre Blondin Beye. The commitment to and support of both Secretary-General Kofi Annan and Mr. Beye for the peace process in Angola continue to be important catalysts for a new era of peace and economic and social progress in Angola. When we last addressed this body in February, a goal was set for all parties to show more commitment to the peace process.”

    1997-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3769 (1997) · source

26. “It is for this reason that the SADC countries require the parties to demonstrate the necessary flexibility to establish a new era of peace and cooperation in southern Africa. Finally, we reiterate our call for the international community to continue to provide material support to the peace process at this crucial stage in order to facilitate the establishment of the Government of National Unity and Reconciliation.”

    1997-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3743 (1997) · source

27. “The support of the international community for the Angolan peace process remains unshaken. This support has to be matched by commensurate political will measured through concrete and plausible actions on the part of the parties. It is therefore urgent and imperative for both parties, and in particular UNITA, to take decisive steps towards fulfilling their obligations under the Lusaka Protocol. This requires the parties to demonstrate the necessary flexibility and statesmanship in order for a Government of National Unity and Reconciliation to be established without further delay. The crisis in Angola has a negative impact on security and stability and on the economies within the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region.”

    1997-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3743 (1997) · source

28. “The completion of the 15 quartering areas, followed by the quartering of over 70,000 UNITA troops, was a welcome development which demonstrated the political will of the Angolan leaders. In his report contained in document S/1997/115 of 7 February 1997, the Secretary- General informs us that the pace of the implementation of the remaining military and political tasks has also been very slow. It is regrettable that a large number of the quartered troops continue to leave the quartering areas, thus posing problems and further delays in the incorporation of UNITA troops into the Angolan Armed Forces. We again urge the parties to show real political will and complete the outstanding military tasks in order to put the process on the right path towards fulfilling the Lusaka Protocol commitments to the formation of a national army.”

    1997-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3743 (1997) · source

29. “It is therefore a matter of great disappointment to us that we once again request this Council to ensure that UNITA fully complies with its obligations in a timely fashion and without any conditions or linkages, so as to bring about the long-awaited peace and stability in Angola and southern Africa. We believe that peace in Angola should be given a chance and it is for this reason that we support the extension of UNAVEM. III to 31 March 1997, on the understanding that the situation will be reviewed on 20 March. If there is further procrastination, the Council should be at liberty to consider applying some of the measures within the framework of Security Council resolution 864 (1993), which shall oblige UNITA to respect fully and urgently the deadlines established by the Council.”

    1997-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3743 (1997) · source

30. “We have been encouraging all parties to work together in good faith to complete the remaining tasks and form a Government of National Unity and Reconciliation without further delay. Despite a few signs of hope in the implementation of several tasks which were assigned to the parties, the Angolan peace process has again been characterized by difficulties and has been painfully slow and disappointing. It is regrettable that, as we meet today, the return to Luanda of UNITA deputies and the formation of the Government of National Unity and Reconciliation have once again been delayed, and the obligations of the Protocol have not been fulfilled. Besides threatening to unravel the gains made so far, these delays undermine the fragile peace process.”

    1997-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3743 (1997) · source

31. “Having thoroughly considered the report of the Secretary- General, and conscious of the need to keep the momentum of the peace process going, we reminded the signatories of the Lusaka Protocol of their obligations towards the Angolan people and the international community and supported the extension of the mandate of UNAVEM. III, with the firm expectation that further progress would be made within a reasonable time frame in order to give new impetus to the peace process. The establishment of a Government of National Unity and Reconciliation, which is the next crucial step towards an Angola free of the deep divisions that have characterized that country over the last three decades, remains elusive.”

    1997-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3743 (1997) · source

32. “When the Security Council reviewed the mandate of the United Nations Angola Verification Mission (UNAVEM. III) in December 1996, we were keenly aware of the slow pace in the implementation of the Lusaka Protocol, as a result of which the peace process continued to run behind schedule. Our hopes were rekindled, however, by some of the steps, limited as they were, that both the Government of Angola and UNITA were taking towards implementing the Lusaka Protocol. We were particularly pleased that the quartering of troops was proceeding relatively smoothly.”

    1997-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3743 (1997) · source

33. “I wish to congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of February. We are confident that the Council's business will profit from your wisdom and experience. I also wish to extend Lesotho's warmest congratulations to your predecessor, Ambassador Hisashi Owada of Japan, for a job well done last month. Allow me also to express my gratitude to the Secretary- General, Mr. Kofi Annan, for his most insightful report on the situation in Angola and to his Special Representative, Maitre Alioune Blondin Beye, for his tireless efforts and unwavering commitment to the search for peace in Angola. The troika of the observers of the peace process and the countries contributing troops to the Angolan operations also deserve our commendation.”

    1997-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3743 (1997) · source

34. “We expect that the United Nations will not abandon Angola and will play a key role in ensuring the economic reconstruction of that country and the generation of peace and economic prosperity. By extending the mandate of UNAVEM. III to 28 February 1997 this afternoon, the Council has demonstrated that while it is prepared to continue to support the peace process, it expects the parties to demonstrate their commitment to implement the Lusaka Protocol and Security Council resolutions fully and without delay.”

    1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source

35. “In this regard, we appeal to all parties to refrain from any acts that may continue to affect the peace process negatively. All that we in southern Africa are asking for now is for peace in Angola to be given a chance. In view of the positive developments already noted, we wholeheartedly support the Secretary-General's recommendation that the present mandate of UNAVEM. Ill be extended until 28 February 1997, and that after that date the residual force should be drawn down over a period of six months. Of course, this is only a beginning of a post-conflict peace-building process which will bring Angola back to stability. An even more challenging task will be to carry out the programme of economic reconstruction.”

    1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source

36. “The Secretary-General's report notes several welcome developments, among which are the decrease in the number of ceasefire violations, the acceleration of the pace of incorporation of UNITA troops into the Angolan Armed Forces (FAA), the resumption of demobilization, and the dismantling of illegal checkpoints, which has significantly contributed to the free movement of people and goods all over Angola. We are naturally encouraged by these positive developments and urge all the parties to spare no effort in fulfilling all the tasks enumerated in Security Council resolution 1075 (1996). Despite the substantial progress made in carrying out the major tasks outlined in the Council resolution to which I have just referred, we regret that some sporadic incidents have continued to slow the peace process.”

    1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source

37. “Today's debate takes us back to 2 October 1996, when the Heads of State and Government of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Organ on Politics, Defence and Security, deeply concerned about the stalemate in the Angola peace process, met in Luanda with the intention of giving fresh impetus to the process. In addition to agreeing to convey the region's position on the Angolan situation, the Heads of State recommitted themselves to redouble their efforts to contribute towards the realization of peace and stability in Angola. The SADC countries will not falter in their resolve to bring the Angolan peace process to the front burner in their regional and international engagements.”

    1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source

38. “I would like to begin, Sir, by echoing the expressions of congratulations on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of December. We feel reassured that the Council will benefit from your well-known diplomatic skills and experience as we today consider a matter of fundamental importance to us. We similarly extend sentiments of appreciation to your predecessor, Ambassador Wisnumurti of Indonesia, for his able conduct of the business of the Council last month. Our commendation also goes to Secretary-General, Mr. Boutros Boutros-Ghali, for his concise and clear report on the situation in Angola, and to his Special Representative, Mr. Alioune Blondin Beye, and the men and women of the United Nations Angola Verification Mission (UNAVEM. III) for their unwavering commitment to the search for peace in Angola.”

    1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source

39. “These Ministers made statements this morning calling upon the Security Council to take decisive measures to impress upon Mr. Savimbi and UNITA the seriousness with which the entire international community views the lack of progress in the Angolan peace process. Those statements enjoy the full support of the Government of the Kingdom of Lesotho. The people of Angola have shed their blood for far too long. They deserve nothing less than peace, now and forever,”

    1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source

40. “The United Nations remains the most important component in the consolidation of the peace process in Angola. As the UNAVEM. III mandate comes to an end, and considering UNITA's intransigence, it is incumbent upon the Security Council to adopt, as a matter of urgency, measures within the framework of resolution 864 (1993) that should oblige UNITA fully and urgently to respect the deadlines established by this body. The summit meeting of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Heads of State and Government in Luanda earlier this month recommended a modus operandi and put forward resolutions for consideration by this body. The presence of the distinguished Foreign Ministers from that region in our midst today is clear testimony of the southern African subregion's desire I'or peace and development.”

    1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source

41. “In our statement before the General Assembly, we recently cautioned once again against regional selectivity in the attention paid by our Organization, through the Security Council, to international crisis situations. While we urge the parties to the conflict in Angola to comply with the provisions of the Lusaka Protocol, we make a special appeal once again to the international community to provide UNAVEM. III with the necessary human, material and financial resources to enable it to carry out its mandate effectively. We again appeal to the donor community to support the peace process in Angola by providing the required support for demobilization and the reintegration of ex-combatants, and by fulfilling pledges made at the 1995 Brussels Round Table Conference on Angola.”

    1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source

42. “Any violation of any of its provisions renders the peace process futile. Thus, the slow progress and apparent stalemate in the implementation of the Lusaka Protocol is of concern to us. We are pleased to note that the ceasefire that took effect two days after the signing of the Protocol is holding, albeit with some difficulty. Only in a calm environment can sound negotiations take place. Lesotho wishes to reiterate once again the principle that the Security Council remains the only custodian of international peace and security. N o initiative by regional or continental organizations should be construed as relieving the Security Council of its global responsibility.”

    1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source

43. “We also wish to express our gratitude for the commendable role played by the troika countries of the Russian Federation, Portugal and the United States of America in facilitating the translation into reality of the common aspirations of the Angolan people for peace, democracy and national reconciliation. We would be remiss if we did not mention the special role that His Excellency President Chiluba of Zambia has played in facilitating the Angolan peace process, which, as we all know, resulted in the signing of the Lusaka Protocol in 1994. The Secretary-General's progress report, which is before the Council, sends us mixed signals and casts doubt on UNITA's commitment to the peace process. To us, the Lusaka Protocol remains the only valid structure through which the aspirations of the Angolan people can be realized.”

    1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source

44. “Mr. President, permit me to congratulate you on your assumption of the presidency of this august body for the month of October and, in that vein, may I also express our appreciation for the able manner in which your predecessor, Ambassador Cabral of Guinea-Bissau, steered the ship that is this Council last month. Allow me also to convey Lesotho's appreciation for the efforts that the Secretary-General, Mr. Boutros Boutros- Ghali, through his able Special Representative for Angola, Maitre Alioune Blondin Beye, and the women and men serving as part of the United Nations Angola Verification Mission (UNAVEM. III) continue to make in Angola towards enabling stability and lasting peace to be forged in that sister country.”

    1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source

45. “While the impatience of the international community with the slow progress of the peace process is understandable, it should, however, not be allowed to become cause for despair. We in Lesotho therefore support the Secretary-General's recommendation that the mandate of UNAVEM. 111 be extended for a further six months, until 8 August 1996, in order to give our collective endeavours in Angola a chance to succeed.”

    1996-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3628 (1996) · source

46. “The Secretary-General's efforts in reminding the parties of their obligations under the Lusaka Protocol need to be supported and encouraged. Angola - a country generously endowed with natural resources whose exploitation could go a long way towards uplifting the condition of its own people and could also make a significant contribution to the economic development of the region - needs to be reconstructed. Infrastructure must be rebuilt, internally displaced people and refugees must be resettled, social services must be resumed and land-mines must be cleared. We call upon the international community to spare no effort and to ensure that the investment that has so far been made to bring life in Angola back to normal is not dissipated.”

    1996-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3628 (1996) · source

47. “The people of Africa in general, and of southern Africa in particular, would like to see the conflict in Angola ended and the people there beginning to reconstruct their country and their lives. We are encouraged by the fact that, even though the peace process has been slow, the Government has shown a renewed determination to forge ahead with it. In this regard, the withdrawal of its forces from Pedra do Alemao, the start of the quartering of its rapid reaction police and the termination of the contract of the firm "Executive Outcomes" are evidence of a strong commitment to the peace process and are to be welcomed. Our hope now is that UNITA will respond in kind by beginning the quartering of its own troops.”

    1996-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3628 (1996) · source

48. “Madam President, permit me at the outset to express our deep appreciation for the opportunity afforded us to share our views with the Council on an issue that is very close to the heart of the people and the Government of Lesotho - namely, the situation in our sister country Angola. We also express our appreciation for the Secretary- General's balanced and informative report on the United Nations Angola Verification Mission (UNAVEM. III). The tragedy of Angola is the result of its being for a long time a victim of cold-war rivalries and the resultant destabilization. The demise of apartheid in South Africa raised hopes for an end to Angola's agony, but that was not to be.”

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