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1. “Italy also supports sharing relevant experience and lessons learned with the membership and enhancing cooperation between the 1540, Al-Qaida and Counter-Terrorism Committees. We look forward to the adoption of the 1540 Committee's programme of work and to the comprehensive review of the implementation status of resolution 1540 (2004) due 31 January 2009. Let me conclude with a few words about the review of the Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy adopted in September. Member States have the responsibility to continue on that track to achieve progress in all areas of that broad plan of action. We welcome the Task Force's efforts thus far to achieve specific goals in many important areas, and we appreciate the contribution that both the Monitoring Team and the CTED have provided.”

   2008-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6015 (2008) · source

2. “Italy confirms its commitment to strengthening that cooperation during its G8 presidency next year. The recent biannual report on the Committee's activities clearly show that, while important progress has been made, further efforts are required to fully implement resolution 1540 (2004), in particular in the areas of biotechnology, illicit brokering and the financing of proliferation. Consistent with the new approach envisaged in resolution 1810 (2008), we welcome the Committee's recent work in outreach and international assistance to promote compliance with the resolution 1540 (2004). In that context, I wish to recall the seminar organized in Rome in October by the Italian Minister for Foreign Affairs and the Istituto Affari Internazionali on coordinating regional and global efforts to combat the terrorist of weapons of mass destruction.”

   2008-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6015 (2008) · source

3. “Regarding the Counter-Terrorism Committee's activities, the Security Council's renewal of the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate (CTED) mandate, confirming its main tasks and responsibilities while endorsing an organizational plan, lays the groundwork for more efficient action. To that end, Italy appreciates the efforts made by Executive Director Smith to improve dialogue with Member States. The preliminary implementation assessments and the global survey of implementation are new tools to enhance that dialogue and to make it more consistent and productive. We encourage the Counter-Terrorism Committee and the CTED to continue working with regional and external organizations, such as the Counter-Terrorism Action Group of the Group of Eight (G8).”

   2008-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6015 (2008) · source

4. “Resolution 1822 (2008) is an important step in the evolution of targeted sanctions into a more transparent system based on clear and fair procedures. The Committee is now working on implementation guidelines that should reflect those principles and better reconcile the demands for security with respect for human rights. Otherwise, the long- term credibility and sustainability of the entire system will be jeopardized. Bearing that in mind, in the upcoming weeks, the 1267 Committee will be called upon to confirm the commitment to openness, effectiveness and speed it has demonstrated so far. In that endeavour, the Committee can rely on the professionalism of the Monitoring Team, to which we should express our utmost gratitude for its significant contribution to our work.”

   2008-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6015 (2008) · source

5. “First of all, let me express our gratitude to you, Mr. President, as well as to the other Chairs of the Security Council subsidiary bodies, Ambassador Grauls and Ambassador Jurica, for today's briefings and for their ongoing contribution to common action against international terrorism. Italy aligns itself with the statement made by the representative of France on behalf of the European Union and will confine its remarks to the following points. With regard to the 1267 Committee, limited sanctions which we should design as temporary measures supplied by the Security Council are still effective and politically important. In our view, the consolidated list is a living document that should be constantly updated to address the ever-present threat of Al-Qaida and the Taliban.”

   2008-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6015 (2008) · source

6. “Once again, I wish to note the very good cooperation that the United Nations and the European Union have established, which reflects the strong added value of the increasing coordination between the United Nations and regional organizations in the maintenance of peace and security. We see Chad and the Central African Republic as an important test case of our collective ability to maximize the impact of, and ensure coherence among, various actors and instruments. We will shortly adopt the draft resolution prepared by France - which I wish to thank - to renew the mandate of MINURCAT. We look forward to an update by the Secretary-General on his planning for a smooth and timely takeover from EUFOR, including the size, mandate and structure of the new force.”

   2008-09-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5980 (2008) · source

7. “On the occasion of the Security Council's visit last June, I personally had the privilege of visiting the hospital and its technological structures, which meet the highest standards. I personally witnessed the presence there of one EUFOR patient and seven Chadian patients from the surrounding villages. Coming back to the main subject: we have noted that, despite the efforts of the international community, the security situation remains volatile, and only a limited number of returns have taken place. I welcome the establishment by the European Commission of programmes to encourage the voluntary return of internally displaced persons. I also welcome the reported progress in the deployment of the United Nations Mission in the Central African Republic and Chad (MINURCAT) and its activities in support of the local gendarmerie.”

   2008-09-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5980 (2008) · source

8. “Mr. Mantovani (Italy) (spoke in French): I should like at the outset to thank Mr. Solana, High Representative of the European Union, for his biannual briefing on the European Union-led peacekeeping force (EUFOR) and the Permanent Representative of the Republic of Chad for being with us this afternoon. (spoke in English) Italy welcomes the full deployment of the European Union operation and the results that have already been achieved in terms of increased security and better protection of the local population and the humanitarian community. Italy is proud to be part of EUFOR in Chad and the Central African Republic, with a field hospital located in Abeche, which serves the whole mission as well as the people of the neighbouring villages.”

   2008-09-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5980 (2008) · source

9. “Obviously, there are other dimensions of this crisis which are of equal concern to us, including the impact on other countries of the region and the worrisome humanitarian situation. Yet it is now time to focus on the most immediate goals. The adoption of the draft resolution before us would be a first essential step towards a comprehensive settlement of the current cr1s1s. I would like to conclude by confirming that Italy is ready and willing to contribute to the increase of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) monitors contingent as decided in Vienna earlier today. This additional effort would complement ongoing initiatives in the area of humanitarian assistance.”

   2008-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5961 (2008) · source

10. “This is a time of great and deep concern over the continued instability in and around Georgia. We are convinced that the Security Council cannot delay its action any longer. We do have in place a ceasefire agreement accepted by the parties and endorsed by the main international players, including the Ministers for Foreign Affairs of the European Union. Now, we expect the full, immediate and visible implementation of this agreement. The draft resolution introduced by France aims at nothing more than this, without blaming any particular side for the current apparent stalemate. Moreover, we cannot fail to reiterate our commitment to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Georgia, which is being called into question.”

    2008-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5961 (2008) · source

11. “From that perspective, we wish to express support for the joint mediation efforts of the European Union and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and for the specific ideas outlined by the French presidency of the European Union. We believe that the extension of the hostilities to Abkhazia is a further source of deep concern and that all parties must immediately comply with resolution 1808 (2008) in all its aspects. We welcome the opening of a humanitarian area to protect civilians from the consequences of these events and to ease suffering in this very difficult situation. Finally, we believe that the gravity of the situation requires immediate action by the Security Council.”

    2008-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5953 (2008) · source

12. “I wish first of all to reconfirm our full confidence in the impartiality and objectivity of the Secretariat and to express our thanks to Under-Secretary-General Pascoe and Assistant Secretary-General Mulet for their valuable briefings. While we have clarified our position in all the previous open meetings and consultations of the Security Council, three or four times already, I would like again to add our voice to support the unconditional restoration of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Georgia, as a first step. I would like also to call for the immediate cessation of hostilities and the restoration of the situation prevailing prior to 6 August. I would thus like to call for an immediate end to all ground, air and sea operations in the area.”

    2008-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5953 (2008) · source

13. “Reportedly, the situation has indeed deteriorated, and the crisis has broadened. We are seriously concerned at the reports of high numbers of casualties, including among civilians and peacekeepers. We have also learned with deep concern about the displacements of population. We call for full respect for international humanitarian law by all parties, including in the area of the protection of civilians. Humanitarian access must be granted fully and immediately. We appreciate all the diplomatic efforts being undertaken at all levels to defuse the crisis, with particular mention of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), the United States and the European Union, which are sending envoys to the area. We reiterate our full support for the OSCE mission to Georgia and condemn the shelling of its premises.”

    2008-08-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5952 (2008) · source

14. “We understand that the situation on the ground has considerably worsened since our meeting last night. As indicated a few hours ago in an official statement, the Italian authorities are following with deep concern the crisis situation in the Georgian region of South Ossetia in close coordination with ours European partners and other allies. We call on all parties to immediately cease all acts of violence and to ensure a lasting cessation of hostilities. We strongly encourage the resumption of negotiations in order to achieve a political solution to the issue respecting the sovereignty and territory integrity of Georgia. We deplore the fact that not only does the Olympic Truce remain unheeded, but so did the appeals made yesterday by several actors, including the Secretary-General and many members of the Security Council.”

    2008-08-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5952 (2008) · source

15. “The first important step is to restore the situation on the ground that existed before. Any actor who is in a position to advise the parties should exert all his influence to inspire moderation and restraint. We still see a key role for the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) in the settlement of the conflict, but for the OSCE to play that role, weapons should first be put down and the sides should immediately resume direct talks. The latest events further demonstrate that the current situation in the conflict areas of the region is simply unsustainable.”

    2008-08-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5951 (2008) · source

16. “We are extremely concerned at the escalation of violence in the region of South Ossetia, Georgia. It is particular sad to face such a scenario while in Beijing in a few hours the Olympic Games will be declared open. Once again, all the calls for a universal Olympic Truce, issued by our world body, are being blatantly ignored. Even though this conflict does not appear on the Council's agenda, we cannot dismiss our responsibilities vis-a-vis a situation that could further deteriorate and affect the stability of the entire region. Echoing the appeals made to the parties today by the Secretary-General, by the presidency of the European Union (EU) and by the EU High Representative, we affirm that violence must immediately give way to dialogue and negotiations.”

    2008-08-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5951 (2008) · source

17. “Finally, allow me to state once again Italy's belief in the central role that the United Nations - through the brave and committed efforts of Special Representative De Mistura and all national and international staff of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) - can play in helping Iraqis, in accordance with the broad mandate provided by resolution 1770 (2004). We are therefore honoured and proud to be one of the sponsors of the draft resolution that, on the basis of a request by the Iraqi Government, will renew UNAMI's mandate for one more year.”

    2008-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5949 (2008) · source

18. “We also encourage all Iraqi political forces to do their utmost to reach an agreement on an electoral law so as to be able to hold provincial elections within the year. We are also most appreciative of the recent allocations decided on by the Iraqi Government to alleviate the conditions of refugees in Syria and Jordan and of internally displaced persons, as well as initiatives to foster their re-entry and reinsertion into the country. That is an issue that deserves all our attention.”

    2008-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5949 (2008) · source

19. “All expressions of democracy in the country should be included in the political process so as to enable the consolidated political dialogue to make a strong contribution to improving security conditions. We also appreciate any measure aimed at countering sectarianism or attempts to discriminate against ethnic and religious minorities. To consolidate the progress made thus far, we also appreciate the efforts to offset the potentially negative effects of the question of Kirkuk and other contested areas. We fully support the United Nations initiative for an agreed political solution articulated through a gradual approach, starting with the administrative reform of the less problematic areas.”

    2008-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5949 (2008) · source

20. “Further improvements in the security framework are indispensable to promoting economic and social growth. It is therefore our hope that the objective of completing the transfer of responsibility for security to Iraq - which has already taken place in 10 out of 18 governorates - will soon be achieved in all governorates. Increasing the reliability of the Iraqi Security Forces is one of the objectives to which Italy attaches the utmost importance and to which it contributes concretely through its participation in the NATO training mission. As stated by the Secretary-General in his report (S/2008/495), the security and political gains of the past months have to be sustained through meaningful political dialogue and national reconciliation.”

    2008-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5949 (2008) · source

21. “Allow me to first congratulate you, Sir, on assuming the presidency of our work in August and to express our heartfelt thanks to the Vietnamese delegation for its excellent work and stewardship of the Council in the intense month of July. I would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Pascoe; the Deputy Permanent Representative of the United States, Ambassador Wolff; and the Permanent Representative of Iraq, Ambassador Al Bayati, for their thorough and informative remarks. Italy welcomes the improvements in the security situation in Iraq and greatly appreciates the progress made by the Iraqi authorities and the Iraqi Security Forces to counter terrorism and unlawful armed groups in a framework of growing self-reliance and ownership by those authorities and with increasing cooperation from local communities.”

    2008-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5949 (2008) · source

22. “To that end, we welcome the appointment of the joint African Union- United Nations Chief Mediator, Mr. Djibril Yipene Bassole. Italy, as a founding member of the International Criminal Court (ICC), fully supports the inviolability of the independence of the Court and its role in promoting international justice and fighting impunity. Finally, Italy fully subscribes to the content of the 15 July declaration of the European Union presidency.”

    2008-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5947 (2008) · source

23. “I too wish to commend the United Kingdom delegation for its endeavours during the negotiations leading to today's outcome. Italy welcomes the adoption of resolution 1828 (2008), on the renewal of the mandate of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID). I wish to take this opportunity to express our strongest support for the force. In that connection, we also believe it to be absolutely essential that full deployment of UNAMID be accomplished and that the force become fully effective in fulfilling its tasks, especially considering the dire humanitarian situation and the terrible security conditions of the civilian population. At the same time, we reaffirm the crucial importance of the search for a political solution in Darfur, calling on all parties to engage fully and constructively in the peace process.”

    2008-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5947 (2008) · source

24. “In that context, I also wish to emphasize the crucial role to be played by the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe as well. Italy reaffirms its full commitment to contributing to the international effort in Kosovo, to regional stability and to the European future of all the countries in the West Balkans, including Serbia.”

    2008-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5944 (2008) · source

25. “The report states clearly that while the general security situation remains calm on the surface, Pristina's declaration of independence and the entry into force of the Kosovo Constitution and reactions by Kosovo Serbs and Belgrade have increased tensions between Kosovo Albanians and the Kosovo Serb community. To overcome the present situation, we must therefore promptly move forward to enable the European Union, within the framework of resolution 1244 (1999), to play an enhanced role through the EULEX Mission. UNMIK will continue to preserve its significant functions. I am please to note that the report clearly stated that UNMIK will continue its efforts to consolidate democratic government institutions in Kosovo, advance economic growth and moved towards a future in Europe as part of the Western Balkans.”

    2008-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5944 (2008) · source

26. “We are confident that Pristina will also participate in that effort and that solutions will be found. We consider Kosovo a European issue in essence that requires European solutions. An enhanced role for the European Union in Kosovo is fully consistent with our plans to move the country forward towards future membership of the European Union. EULEX is the cornerstone of our strategy. However, let me express our concern about the delays on the reconfiguration of the international presence, which is long overdue and which is affecting EULEX's capacity to perform its duties.”

    2008-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5944 (2008) · source

27. “The operational aspects related to the international civilian presence must therefore be adjusted to the new circumstances. The international presence in Kosovo will continue to operate under resolution 1244 (1999), with the European Union Rule of Law Mission (EULEX) under a United Nations umbrella guided by the Special Representative, Lamberto Zannier. The EULEX Mission must perform its expanded responsibilities, as expected, throughout Kosovo, namely, as regards the rule of law. That is in essence the goal that we believe should be pursued. Dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina on the six areas of mutual concern is key to achieving our goals. We are particularly pleased to note that a few days after the new Government was established in Belgrade, the Special Representative was invited to Belgrade to launch and to activate the dialogue.”

    2008-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5944 (2008) · source

28. “First of all, let me welcome the Foreign Minister of Serbia, Mr. Vuk Jeremie, and the Foreign Minister of Kosovo, Skender Hyseni. I also wish to welcome the new Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Ambassador Zannier, who can count on our support, and I wish him well in this important and challenging task at this very early juncture. As stated in the Secretary-General's report (S/2008/458), it has been a challenging time for the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). As the report states, UNMIK's ability to operate as before and perform functions as an interim administration has been fundamentally challenged due to the actions of both the authorities in Pristina and the Kosovo Serbs.”

    2008-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5944 (2008) · source

29. “It is also with great satisfaction that we learn of Syria's recent decision to start constructive political talks with neighbouring countries. The recent statements by Syrian leaders expressing the will to proceed with the normalization of relations with Lebanon are promising. It is our hope that the necessary steps towards normalization will be taken first and foremost by restoring diplomatic relations and beginning work on the demarcation of the border.”

    2008-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5940 (2008) · source

30. “On Lebanon, Italy expresses great satisfaction at the formation of the Lebanese Government. It is now time for the international community strongly to support the resumption of a national dialogue, in keeping with the Doha Agreement. In that respect, Italy reaffirms its support for the independence and sovereignty of Lebanon. Our role in the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon, which constitutes a crucial factor in the country's stabilization, is a clear sign of our commitment. In view of thorough stabilization, the progressive disarmament of militia through the political process, in line with the commitments made in Doha, could prove to be a vital contribution to the future growth of Lebanon in conditions of lasting peace and harmony.”

    2008-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5940 (2008) · source

31. “However, Israel must be encouraged to reduce obstacles to the free movement of goods and persons in the West Bank and increase corporation with the Palestinian security authorities. At the same time, the Palestinian Authority must be supported and encouraged in its endeavours to consolidate security, particularly the control and repression of terrorism. In view of a progressive realization of conditions for a peace agreement, the Arab countries must play their part in contributing to the development of the Palestinian economy. The lasting calm in the Gaza Strip and southern Israel contributes favourably to a continuation of negotiations between Israel and the Palestinian Authority, as it considerably reduces the risk of instability or violence jeopardizing the dialogue.”

    2008-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5940 (2008) · source

32. “The establishment of solid institutions based on the rule of law and good governance is fundamental. We need to facilitate the formation of a modern legal framework by supporting appropriate reforms in public administration at both the local and the central levels. The reform and the strengthening of the Palestinian security sector and the rule of law are therefore a priority. It is also essential to finalize a solution to the inter-Palestinian crisis, fully restoring constitutional legality in the Gaza Strip and reopening all crossing points. It is important to increase the level of coordination of all international contributions in support of the Palestinian economy and administration.”

    2008-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5940 (2008) · source

33. “I wish to thank Under- Secretary-General Pascoe for his comprehensive briefing and welcome the presence with us of the Permanent Observer Mission of Palestine. I wish to pay tribute to the Permanent Representative of Israel, Ambassador Gillerman, who is sitting in the Council for the last time in his tenure in New York. Italy aligns itself with the statement to be delivered by the representative of France on behalf of the European Union. As negotiations proceed, the concerns of the parties are being clearly outlined in terms of the pain that the inevitable compromises in the future peace agreement will entail. Italy considers the security of Israel as non-negotiable. Israel's security cannot be truly guaranteed until an independent, modern, democratic and viable Palestinian State is created.”

    2008-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5940 (2008) · source

34. “We appreciate the Nepalese support for the idea that the extension should be granted in the form of a special political mission, so that the United Nations can continue to work with the Nepalese authorities to reach a durable and permanent solution to the underlying issues. Therefore, we are ready to support the draft resolution prepared by the United Kingdom delegation, which we thank for its efforts. We also appreciate the plans for substantive downsizing of the Mission. In that regard, I would like to emphasize that the phasing out of the civil affairs component should be matched by a corresponding reinforcement of the programmes implemented in the same areas by the United Nations country team and the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights.”

    2008-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5938 (2008) · source

35. “At the same time, we believe that the assistance of the international community will continue to be required for complex processes such as security sector reform, inclusion of women and traditionally marginalized groups in peacebuilding efforts, and accountability mechanisms for past crimes. Against this background, we have taken note of the Nepalese request for a six-month extension of the current work of the United Nations in the monitoring of arms and armed personnel. In this regard, we support the idea of maintaining a United Nations presence to shore up the post-election process within the terms of the reasonable recommendations of the Secretary-General.”

    2008-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5938 (2008) · source

36. “Probably the most worrying finding is lack of full trust among the parties to the peace process, which has, so far, prevented the creation of a new and inclusive government reflecting the outcome of the elections. The 25 June agreement has to be welcomed, but the report notes that the agreement leaves some key issues unresolved. For instance, we share the concern of the Secretary-General for the lack of progress in the discharge of minors from the Maoist combatant contingents. In this regard, I would like to stress that the successful holding of the April elections, as historical as that was, should be followed by concrete and timely actions to address the underlying challenges that still affect the Nepalese people. Regarding these challenges, viable solutions can only come from the Nepalese themselves.”

    2008-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5938 (2008) · source

37. “At the outset, I wish to warmly thank Mr. Martin for his clear and comprehensive briefing on the situation in Nepal. I would like to express our strongest appreciation for the historical successes achieved in Nepal under his tenure as Special Representative of the Secretary-General, with the final goal being the peaceful establishment of a federal democratic republic. The commitment to democracy of the Nepalese people and parties should obviously be praised first and foremost, but we should also pay tribute to the able guidance that Mr. Martin has ensured in his functions. We have learned, with some concern, from the report of the Secretary-General that the post-election period in Nepal faces several difficulties, notably, an increase in criminality in armed groups and a lack of progress in the human rights situation.”

    2008-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5938 (2008) · source

38. “This is what the children themselves have been clearly telling us, time and again. Once the monitoring and reporting mechanisms are fully implemented in all countries involved, it will be time for the United Nations, and in particular the Security Council, to consider sexual violence - and not only the recruitment and use of children in armed conflicts - as an additional trigger for action.”

    2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source

39. “As the scope and effectiveness of the role of the United Nations in addressing the plight of children continue to increase, Italy believes that the time has now come to start working on a new Security Council resolution on children and armed conflict. Such a resolution would allow us to factor in all the numerous lessons learned and the developments ensuing from the adoption of resolution 1612 (2005). We believe that one very important and significant development regarding the protection of children in armed conflicts has been the recent adoption by the Security Council of resolution 1820 (2008), on sexual violence in armed conflicts, which Italy is proud of having sponsored. That significant and far-reaching resolution acknowledges that sexual violence is now one of the primary threats to children in situations of armed conflict.”

    2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source

40. “By doing this, we will help the United Nations address the unacceptable occurrences of sexual abuse by United Nations personnel and peacekeepers. This is something that is now long overdue, and Italy is ready to support the United Nations in any possible way in developing essential training modules. We must also strive to mainstream child protection at all points in the peace process. Child protection must be an integral part of peace agreements and a priority of the United Nations in dealing with post-conflict scenarios and reconstruction programmes. Italy believes that only if we safeguard fundamental rights, such as access to water and health services, can children in armed conflicts be assured adequate physical protection and social reintegration.”

    2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source

41. “Italy will continue to support programmes and projects aimed at the rehabilitation and reinsertion into society of child soldiers and children whose lives have been affected by armed conflicts, as it has been doing for several years, both bilaterally and through the European Union. Outstanding efforts have already been undertaken by the United Nations, but we should acknowledge that much more remains to be done. For instance, while deploying a growing number of child protection advisers in our United Nations missions around the world, we still have not developed appropriate child protection training modules for our United Nations peacekeepers. Such training modules need to be approved and extensively applied.”

    2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source

42. “We particularly welcome the synergies between the activities of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, such as the fact-finding mission to Afghanistan just referred to, and the steps taken by UNICEF to resume its activities and projects in countries such as Iraq. On the other hand, we believe it essential that all the relevant actors of the international community - including the Governments of the countries involved, the donor countries and the multilateral institutions - join in the support and assistance to that fundamental United Nations-driven endeavour.”

    2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source

43. “The Security Council has indeed an essential role to play and is engaged in fulfilling its responsibilities, particularly through the intensive efforts of its Working Group, which is very well coordinated and chaired by France. We recognize that the Secretary-General, his Special Representative for Children and Armed Conflict, the Executive Director of UNICEF, and representatives of other relevant United Nations agencies, as well as many important non-governmental organizations working in that field, are providing a major contribution towards the goal we set out to achieve through the monitoring and reporting mechanisms created under resolution 1612 (2005).”

    2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source

44. “I would like first of all to convey our warmest welcome and express our thanks to you, Sir, and to the Government of Viet Nam for having taken the initiative to convene this open debate on children and armed conflicts. That is an issue to which Italy attaches the utmost importance. Italy fully subscribes to the statement delivered by the representative of France as presidency of the European Union. The first message we wish to bring to the membership's attention in this open debate is that, even though the Security Council's action has started to produce results, we are far from achieving the necessary protection for children caught in armed conflicts around the world. Such an ambitious goal clearly requires a renewed and concerted effort by the international community as a whole.”

    2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source

45. “In line with the position of the European Union, we believe that the people of Zimbabwe deserve to enjoy the right to express its legitimate will and that the conditions for democracy and respect for human rights should be quickly restored in the country.”

    2008-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5933 (2008) · source

46. “At the same time, the essential role of the United Nations must continue to go hand-in-hand with the continuous reinforcement of Afghan ownership and leadership in all sectors, ranging from security to the provision of services to the population.”

    2008-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5930 (2008) · source

47. “For their part, the Foreign Ministers of the G-8 expressed their intention to work closely with UNAMA and interested Governments in order to further develop the G-8, Afghanistan and Pakistan initiative that was launched last year. In that respect, we welcome the constructive dialogue pursued this morning by the Foreign Ministers of Afghanistan and Pakistan. I will conclude by reiterating once again the basic idea that we cannot ask the United Nations to do more in terms of coordination without a genuine commitment by every single international actor to comply with the United Nations coordination role. We are fully aware of the need to develop a culture of coordination.”

    2008-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5930 (2008) · source

48. “In that context the role of the Security Council must be one of full support for the recommendations contained in the report before us and eloquently illustrated this afternoon by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General. In that spirit, we propose to clearly express such support through a presidential statement, the draft of which we will discuss very soon with the other Security Council members, with a view to an early adoption. On the specific issue of regional cooperation, I would add our voice to the expressions of support for the efforts already put in place by the Special Representative. We strongly encourage him to make further progress in that crucial area with the support of all relevant stakeholders.”

    2008-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5930 (2008) · source

49. “In that regard, allow me to recall the key areas within the mandate of UNAMA that are highlighted in resolution 1806 (2008): enhanced coordination and leadership of international efforts; strengthened cooperation with the International Security Assistance Force; political outreach; national reconciliation; governance; humanitarian assistance; promotion of human rights; elections; and regional cooperation. The list covers a range of daunting challenges for the Mission, which now must be provided with substantial additional resources. On that key point, we fully share Mr. Eide's views. We cannot afford to assign such an ambitious task to a United Nations mission without empowering it accordingly.”

    2008-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5930 (2008) · source

50. “For instance, the Afghanistan Compact review presented by the Joint Coordination and Monitoring Board co-chairs served as an excellent tool to analyse in depth the Compact's implementation without jeopardizing the authority and integrity of the document. Furthermore, the Paris Declaration contains a number of key elements that coincide almost perfectly with the priorities identified by resolution 1806 (2008). That broad identity of views is the best recipe for success. Now it is time to translate our best intentions into tangible actions.”

    2008-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5930 (2008) · source