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first: 2003-10-15
most recent: 2008-12-22
sittings or episodes: 63
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“First of all I wish to thank Special Representative De Mistura and Ambassador Khalilzad for their briefings. As this is the first time that Mr. De Mistura has briefed the Council since the assumption of his role as Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Iraq, I wish to congratulate him on the work he has already done - showing a very pragmatic approach - and to wish him all success in his future endeavours in Iraq. We would also like to express our appreciation for the latest report of the Secretary-General (S/2008/ 19) and for the informative insights that he has provided on the situation in Iraq.”
2008-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5823 (2008) · source
“There are no further speakers inscribed on my list. Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 5 p.m.”
2007-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5808 (2007) · source
“It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the 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: Belgium, China, Congo, France, Ghana, Indonesia, Italy, Panama, Peru, Qatar, Russian Federation, Slovakia, South Africa, 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 1790 (2007). I now give the floor to those Council members who wish to make statements following the voting.”
2007-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5808 (2007) · source
“The President: In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Mr. Warren Sach, Assistant Secretary-General, Controller. It is so decided. 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. Members of the Council have before them document 8/2007/738, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by Slovakia, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the United States of America. At this meeting, the Security Council will hear a briefing by Mr. Warren Sach, Assistant Secretary- General, Controller. I now give the floor to Mr.”
2007-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5808 (2007) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Iraq, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration 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 consideration of the item, 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. Al Bayati (Iraq) took a seat at the Council table.”
2007-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5808 (2007) · source
“Before closing, I would like to congratulate Mr. Verbeke and to sincerely thank him for his briefing and for his effective leadership as the Chairman of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006). There are no other speakers on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 10.15 am.”
2007-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5807 (2007) · source
“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. At this meeting, we will hear a briefing by Ambassador Johan Verbeke, Chairman of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006), to whom I give the floor.”
2007-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5807 (2007) · source
“On the basis of those meetings, with the consent of the members of the Council, the presidency has drawn the conclusion that the Council can proceed to take a decision on the draft resolution before it. If I hear no 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. In favour: Belgium, China, Congo, France, Ghana, Indonesia, Italy, Panama, Peru, Qatar, Russian Federation, Slovakia, South Africa, 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 1789 (2007). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 10.20 am. 07-64469”
2007-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5803 (2007) · source
“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 operation in Cyprus, document S/2007/699. Members of the Council also have before them document S/2007/732, 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 proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I should like to inform the Council that the presidency of the Council has met with the 2 representatives of the parties, who have confirmed that they maintain their well-known positions vis-a-vis the item on the Council's agenda.”
2007-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5803 (2007) · source
“the situation in the Middle East is tense 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/2007/48. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 10.15 am. 07-64457”
2007-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5802 (2007) · source
“2 In favour: Belgium, China, Congo, France, Ghana, Indonesia, Italy, Panama, Peru, Qatar, Russian Federation, Slovakia, South Africa, 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 1788 (2007). 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 (S/2007/698) states in paragraph 11, '...”
2007-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5802 (2007) · source
“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/2007/698. Members of the Council also have before them document S/2007/729, 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 proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. 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 ofhands.”
2007-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5802 (2007) · source
“We will then have the opportunity to consider adjustments which may prove useful or necessary based upon a thorough evaluation of the results achieved so far.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“We encourage the Committee to enhance its cooperation with relevant international organizations, in particular the International Atomic Energy Agency, the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, the World Customs Organization and the Financial Action Task Force, in order to effectively counter proliferation challenges, in particular in the areas of export and border controls and of illicit financing. Some years from their inception, we cannot evaluate the Committees without asking ourselves whether their results can be improved. In the next few months, the Security Council will have to review the mandates of the expert groups that help the activities of the Committees - CTED, the 1540 Committee expert group and the Monitoring Team.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“We support the emphasis by the Committee on outreach activities to raise the membership's awareness of the scope and obligations of the resolution, as well as on international assistance, including through the adoption of a set of ad hoc decisions aimed at fostering compliance with the resolution. The thematic discussions held by the Committee on those two issues, together with the meeting organized last July with selected assistance providers, proved extremely useful in identifying outstanding implementation difficulties and strategies to overcome them.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“We need a new approach that is not based exclusively on written reports, letters or formal replies, and we hope that the new Preliminary Implementation Assessment procedure will give the entire membership the opportunity to start an informal dialogue. Finally, the CTC and CTED have everything to gain in actively cooperating on fulfilling the Global Strategy in the areas more closely related to resolutions 1373 (2001) and 1624 (2005). We welcome the adoption of the 1540 Committee's sixth programme of work, and the sending of letters to the membership to either remind Members of reporting requirements or to seek additional information, on the basis of matrixes prepared by Committee experts, to better assess the level of implementation of resolution 1540 (2004).”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“But independent of its mandate, CTED, whose role has also been recognized by the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy (General Assembly resolution 60/288), must become a trustworthy, significant partner in the international arena, to which States have direct access to discuss implementation of resolutions 1373 (2001) and 1624 (2005). In our view, there is not sufficient awareness that the natural customers of CTED are not only the 15 Security Council members, but - especially - all of those Member States which are non-members of the Council and which need to discuss problems arising from the implementation of the resolutions in an open, transparent and interactive way. We believe that greater interaction between CTED and all Member States should be pursued more actively.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“The Committee and its individual members, together with the Monitoring Team, have the primary responsibility to do whatever they can to raise States' confidence in the sanctions regime and in the Committee's decisions. This year, some decisions to list, de-list or update the list were based on information provided by non-members of the Committee. Rather than an exception, that should become the rule - an ordinary rule. If interaction with the membership at large and transparency are important for the 1267 Committee, they are even more important, in our view, for the Counter-Terrorism Committee. We hail the designation of the new Executive Director, Ambassador Mike Smith, who will bear the huge responsibility deriving from the many tasks of the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate (CTED) mandate.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“Thanks to information provided by the Italian Government through the Monitoring Team, the Committee approved the update of information for 35 names on the Al-Qaida section of the list. Italy has participated directly in the process of three of the de-listing requests submitted to the Committee through the focal point. Moreover, by its legislative decree of 22 June, Italy has also amended its laws on the freezing of financial and economic assets to make the laws more effective and consistent with the needs of the international sanctions regime. 07-59786 The sanctions regime will not significantly reduce the threat posed by Al-Qaida and the Taliban unless all Member States share the same belief in the effectiveness of sanctions.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“Al-Qaida and the Taliban are still, unfortunately, one of the most serious threats to international peace and security. In our view, the sanctions regime represents an essential tool for the prevention of terrorist acts, while upholding the rule of law and respect for human rights. In resolutions 1730 (2006) and 1735 (2006) the Security Council clearly indicated that the sanctions regime can be based on clearer and fairer procedures for listing, de-listing and humanitarian exemptions. Now, the Committee has the responsibility to implement the new procedures promptly and properly, so as to increase Member States' commitment to the sanctions regime and build general confidence in its fair implementation. Over the past year, Italy has contributed actively along the lines set by the resolutions.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“Briefings by the Chairs of the three Security Council subsidiary bodies that deal with counter-terrorism have become more and more important now that the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy, in setting a general framework for Member States to cooperate, has underscored the need for a general, consistent approach by various United Nations bodies and entities engaged in fighting terrorism in the interest of an efficient and effective multilateral fight against international terrorism. In this context, the activities of the Counter- Terrorism, 1267 and 1540 Committees should be increasingly interactive, transparent and open to dialogue with all Member States. We wish to congratulate the three Chairs on the great efforts that they have devoted personally to the success of the Committees' activities.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“Gambari's efforts, as they are the major yardstick to review the restrictive measures adopted last month to target those responsible for the violent crackdown and the political stalemate in Myanmar. Let me conclude by expressing the view that, at this crucial stage, we should not open a divisive debate on whether the glass is half empty or half full. Rather, we should identify the most effective way to support Mr. Gambari in his efforts to fill the glass completely, as the people of Myanmar are asking for nothing less than that.”
2007-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5777 (2007) · source
“There is no loss of focus or decrease in attention. Italy welcomes with deep satisfaction the appointment of Mr. Piero Fassino as European Union (EU) special envoy for Myanmar. The primary objective of the special envoy's mandate is to support the United Nations and Mr. Gambari in the implementation of the good offices missions. All his efforts will be in that direction. We are convinced that this appointment will be essential to allow the EU to speak with one voice and to reaffirm the importance that all EU countries attach to development, democratic transition and respect for human rights in Myanmar. The EU looks forward with particular interest to the outcome of Mr.”
2007-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5777 (2007) · source
“The international community as a whole is increasingly recognizing that national reconciliation is the only viable recipe for peace and development in Myanmar. We praise the efforts by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and other neighbours of Myanmar to positively influence that process by conveying clear messages to the Myanmar authorities. Further engagement by regional players is still required, as an integral and essential element of any sustainable solution to the current problems. Last week, the Italian authorities expressed these views to them at all levels, including through specific visits to the region. In fact, in Italy, the call of the people of Myanmar for peace, democracy and freedom continues to be at the top of the concerns of the Government, the Parliament, civil society and public opinion at large.”
2007-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5777 (2007) · source
“The rejection of the trilateral dialogue mechanism proposed by Mr. Gambari shows that the Myanmar authorities are still reluctant to engage without preconditions in a credible, comprehensive and inclusive national reconciliation process. Thousands of political detainees are still imprisoned. Arbitrary detentions and enforced disappearances continue to be reported. We hope that the current visit by United Nations Special Rapporteur Pinheiro, which is in itself a positive development, will not be subject to any restrictions and will create the conditions for substantive and immediate progress in that regard. Positive answers are required to the whole set of concerns expressed by the Human Rights Council and the Security Council.”
2007-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5777 (2007) · source
“It is certainly not our intention to underestimate the positive steps taken in recent days by the Myanmar authorities. As mentioned by Mr. Gambari, a path to constructive dialogue has been opened. Myanmar authorities remain committed to receive further visits and are considering the establishment of an in-country United Nations presence. Aung San Suu Kyi has been allowed, for the first time in years, to meet with a Government representative and with members of the National League for Democracy's Central Executive Committee, as well as to release a public statement through Mr. Gambari, which is the clearest proof of her readiness to embrace a constructive dialogue on the democratic future of the country. However, those positive developments are still coupled with elements of concern that require further progress.”
2007-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5777 (2007) · source
“In that regard, we are convinced that the Council's sustained attention has been, and remains, instrumental to the achievement of our common goals. At this stage, it is essential to take stock of the implementation of the requests made by the Council in its presidential statement of 11 October (S/PRST/ 2007/37). Having listened to today's briefing, we believe that that implementation has not achieved all its objectives - and therefore is not completely satisfactory. I refer in particular to the limited access granted to Mr. Gambari during his latest visit and to the measures taken against the United Nations Resident Coordinator, which are not consistent with the stated commitment of the Myanmar authorities to cooperate fully with the United Nations.”
2007-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5777 (2007) · source
“At the outset, I would like to express our great appreciation for the strenuous efforts made by Mr. Gambari in moving forward the good offices mandate of the United Nations. His briefing confirms the value of the challenging diplomatic process that he is conducting through his visits and talks. Last month, we referred to a window of opportunity that was opening for Myanmar. We are convinced that that window is indeed still open, due first and foremost to Mr. Gambari's wisdom and patience. It is encouraging to observe that the membership at large remains united in support of Mr. Gambari's mission. Once again, it will be crucial for the Security Council to seek his advice when considering how to deal with the situation in Myanmar.”
2007-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5777 (2007) · source
“To answer that call, my delegation tried to reflect in the text all the daunting and emerging challenges that ISAF has faced since its expansion throughout the country. In our view, it is particularly important that, by the resolution, the Council is sending a signal of strong attention to all the aspects surrounding ISAF's operations. The concept of a comprehensive approach combining military, political and economic efforts requires such attention. In the resolution, we have not hesitated to address politically sensitive issues. That has made the process 07-51075 more complex than in previous years, but we feel rewarded by the outcome. We are convinced that in refusing to ignore the challenges, the Council has lived up to its responsibility as mandating authority for the operation.”
2007-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5744 (2007) · source
“My delegation was honoured to coordinate the process that has led us to the adoption of today's resolution. I wish to thank all delegations for the invaluable contributions made throughout the process. The adoption of the resolution is an important signal of the Council's cohesion on a critical issue at a critical juncture. In extending the mandate of the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF), the Security Council is reiterating its full support for an operation that, in the words of the Afghan Foreign Minister, "has played a key role" in promoting security and stability in Afghanistan. In the same letter, the Afghan Government expressed its hope that the Security Council would continue to reflect the paramount importance of fulfilling ISAF's mandate.”
2007-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5744 (2007) · source
“The failure to find a solution to the Shab'a farmlands question is also a cause for concern, since the issue represents a dangerous hotbed of tensions on the border with Israel and fuels the claims of armed groups. We appreciate the work conducted in recent months by the United Nations cartographers and hope that a proposal can soon be outlined as a basis for starting the necessary consultations between the concerned parties, so that the farmlands area can be rapidly placed under United Nations control while awaiting an agreement on the borders between Syria and Lebanon.”
2007-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5736 (2007) · source
“While it is true that Lebanese political forces should make every effort to resume talks and overcome the impasse afflicting the country, it is also indispensable that all the countries of the region, particularly Syria, help to promote a political solution to the Lebanese crisis. For our part, we have never ceased to underline this and have repeatedly invited the Syrian authorities to play a positive and effective role in the stability of Lebanon and the entire Middle Eastern area. We believe it is essential, for the sake of a progressive normalization of the situation on the Lebanese-Israeli border, that the question of the two Israeli soldiers kidnapped by Hizbollah be addressed quickly and settled in a positive manner, also in the framework of a comprehensive exchange of prisoners.”
2007-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5736 (2007) · source
“On the subject of Lebanon; with regard to the Lebanese domestic situation, we wish to express the hope that with the approach of the presidential elections the general situation in the country will not deteriorate further. The news that we are hearing from Beirut give reason for concern: the forces acting against the stability of Lebanon are, unfortunately, still a real threat. It is imperative for the international community to maintain its support for the Government of Prime Minister Siniora. Among the many problems that need to be solved in Lebanon, probably the most crucial right now is the election of the President of the Republic, which we hope will take place on schedule after a free and fair electoral process leading to the election of a candidate who is accepted by all of the Lebanese.”
2007-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5736 (2007) · source
“We believe, nevertheless, that being ambitious requires the courage from both parties to start to address, at least in general terms, the core issues for the final status: Jerusalem, the territorial borders and refugees, mindful of the significant progress made on all three issues in the previous negotiations in Camp David and Taba. We have to ensure that the announced conference will play a fundamental role in the advancement of the peace process, also through an enlarged regional dimension. From that perspective, Italy strongly supports more resolute action on the part of the Quartet to revive the diplomatic process and to offer a definitive solution to the Arab-Israeli conflict, in compliance with Security Council resolutions and the objectives of the Road Map.”
2007-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5736 (2007) · source
“Obviously, to move toward the two-State perspective in which we all believe, we need to promote the building of mutual trust between the parties, with measures aimed, on one hand, at improving the overall conditions of the Palestinian people, and on the other, at establishing the prospect of an independent Palestinian State on sound institutional, economic and security foundations. In that regard, we are confident that the work of the Quartet's Special Representative in the area of capacity-building will make a decisive contribution.”
2007-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5736 (2007) · source
“We hope that the current de facto division of the Palestinian Territories can be overcome, and we remain willing to dialogue with all the Palestinian political parties whose programmes and actions reflect the principles enunciated by the Quartet. The Palestinian Territories remain divided, and in the Gaza Strip there has been a sharp deterioration in the humanitarian situation. These are matters of deep concern to Italy. We must continue to ensure that emergency relief supplies reach those who are in need, and we are confident that all the parties will work in good faith to keep a humanitarian corridor open. It is now time to be ambitious, if we wish to seize the window of opportunity created by the renewed dialogue of the parties.”
2007-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5736 (2007) · source
“The President of the Palestinian Authority needs to be in a position to offer Palestinian public opinion visible results, especially in terms of improving the conditions of everyday life. My delegation does not believe in any new proposal that envisions a solution between two peoples and three States. The Palestinian people must remain unified in the shared objective of establishing an independent, democratic and viable Palestinian State that exists in peace and security with Israel and its other neighbours. Italy supports the efforts of President Abbas and the legitimate government of Prime Minister Fayyad.”
2007-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5736 (2007) · source
“Although we hope to learn more about its contents and format, the initiative represents a clear signal of the United States' commitment to foster a final settlement in the framework of the efforts underway at the multilateral level. The conference opens up the unprecedented possibility of linking direct progress between the parties to the need for regional stability disclosed in the Arab League's important peace initiative. On the inter-Palestinian side, while the apparently implacable conflict between Fatah and Hamas persists, the international community should lend its efforts to fostering national reconciliation as soon as the conditions exist. We should aim to support President Abbas, so as to enhance his role as a credible and legitimate interlocutor with Israel.”
2007-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5736 (2007) · source
“Let me start by thanking the Special Coordinator, Mr. Williams, for his briefing, as well as for his endeavours in the pursuit of a solution to the Middle East crisis. Italy fully aligns itself with the statement that the European Union presidency is to deliver later on. The most significant development in the Middle East peace process is the intensification of direct talks between Prime Minister Olmert and President Abbas, particularly their meetings of 6 and 28 August. We hope that the parties will continue their efforts with a forward-looking spirit. In that respect, we particularly appreciate the initiative launched by President Bush to convene an international conference this autumn with the double objective of verifying the process of rebuilding the institutions and supporting the bilateral political negotiation process.”
2007-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5736 (2007) · source
“President, let me express my country's confidence that today's debate and its follow- up will contribute, from the Security Council perspective, to the elaboration of a comprehensive conflict prevention strategy, based on the concurrent efforts of all United Nations bodies.”
2007-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5735 (2007) · source
“If we are to overcome these divisions, a wider sense of ownership of United Nations activities in the field of conflict prevention is needed. Regular interaction between the wider membership and the Secretariat, particularly on issues pertaining to the long-term prevention of conflicts, should be envisioned as a necessary complement to the existing dialogue between the Department of Political Affairs and the Security Council. Such interaction would be critical in strengthening confidence and cooperation among the various United Nations bodies involved in conflict prevention, giving the Secretariat a stronger and more credible mandate to carry on its activities on the ground. In conclusion, Mr.”
2007-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5735 (2007) · source
“In our View, based on the positive experience of the United Nations Office for West Africa (UNOWA) in West Africa, we think the Security Council should consider applying more widely a subregional approach to the root causes of instability, which often go beyond national borders. Thirdly, we should like to underscore the importance of exploiting the full potential of the instruments already available to the Security Council to assist in promoting effective prevention. I refer, in the first instance, to the Peacebuilding Commission, but also to the United Nations Integrated Offices and to the definition of peacekeeping operations mandates by this Council. The effectiveness of our collective efforts is undermined by artificial divisions within the United Nations family.”
2007-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5735 (2007) · source
“The current Secretary- General and his predecessor have repeatedly drawn attention to the contradiction between the awareness of the need to strengthen the Secretariat's capacity for mediation and early warning, which was expressed at the highest level at the 2005 World Summit, and the lack of sufficient resources. Italy supports the view that the resources available to the Secretariat, particularly the Department of Political Affairs, be commensurate with their actual needs. As regards those needs, we believe that particular importance should be attached to strengthening political missions operating in crisis situations, in support of existing political processes. The most recent resolution on Somalia has given us an excellent example of the recognition of this priority.”
2007-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5735 (2007) · source
“I also wish to welcome here the participation of the presidencies of the General Assembly and of the Organizational Committee of the Peacebuilding Commission, represented by Mr. Merores and Mr. Christian. As for the specific role of the United Nations Secretariat, Italy thinks that the Council should, first and foremost, work closely with the Secretary-General, who needs to feel the full weight and convinced support of all the members of the Council in promoting United Nations preventive diplomacy. Resolution 1625 (2005) was born of the awareness that the contribution of the United Nations to operative conflict prevention lies essentially in the hands of the Secretary-General.”
2007-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5735 (2007) · source
“The communique rightly underlines the strategic value of implementing of the framework for the 10-year capacity-building programme for the African Union. In this connection, we commend recent, innovative examples of cooperation with the Africa Union, notably the African Union Mission in Sudan (AMIS), the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) and the Council's decision to deploy a hybrid operation in Darfur. Second, conflict prevention should be a collective effort of the whole United Nations system, and I would like to take this opportunity to pay tribute to the General Assembly for having laid the foundations for our common work, particularly through its resolution 57/337.”
2007-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5735 (2007) · source
“The Council's action should also stem from a clear partnership of the United Nations with the regional and subregional organizations that operate within the framework of Chapter VIII of the Charter of the United Nations and from an active promotion of the principle of regional ownership. As we see it, this promotion should strive for a balanced development of the capacities of regional and subregional bodies. In this light, we see particular potential in paragraph 7 of the joint communique signed at the end of our mission to Addis Ababa, which places our partnership with the Peace and Security Council of the African Union in a comprehensive framework, ranging from prevention to peacebuilding and reconstruction.”
2007-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5735 (2007) · source
“The Council is, to use an expression that has often been heard in this chamber, "the fireman who puts out crises". Having said this, there are also many things that the Council can do to contribute to collective efforts at conflict prevention. First, it can set appropriate guidelines for its action. The Council's action to implement resolution 1625 (2005) should be built on the recognition that the primary responsibility for conflict prevention resides with Member States. The experience of the African continent demonstrates that the absolute prerequisite for any change is the political will of national actors, especially in countries emerging from conflicts. The Council should encourage and support the efforts of national actors.”
2007-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5735 (2007) · source
“The unprecedented surge in United Nations commitments in the field of peacekeeping - rightly or wrongly perceived as having been undertaken with scant attention to sustainability - makes today's reflections on the issue of conflict prevention more timely than ever. Italy is very grateful to the Congolese presidency for promoting this reflection, both today and through the chairmanship of the working group, and welcomes the participation of the Secretary-General in this debate. Italy fully endorses the statement that will be made by the Portuguese presidency of the European Union, and wishes to make some additional observations in our national capacity. There are objective limits to the Council's action in the field of prevention, and they are due to the fact that the Council's agenda is dominated by current events, if not emergencies.”
2007-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5735 (2007) · source
“Realizing the importance of UNIFIL's task and the relevance of the challenges it faces, we have worked from the beginning for prompt, consensus approval of the resolution. We therefore particularly welcome today's vote and the renewal of the mandate the mission was given in 2006. Coming as it does well in advance of the expiration of UNIFIL's mandate and with the unanimous support of the Council, it sends a strong message of support to UNIFIL and to the Department for Peacekeeping Operations, highlighting the consensus in the Council and in the international community on the effective and irreplaceable role of UNIFIL.”
2007-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5733 (2007) · source
“We are convinced that the full stabilization of southern Lebanon is strictly linked with the fundamental aim of ajust and lasting peace in the Middle East. UNIFIL has not had an easy task. It faces many challenges and risks, as recent tragic events have unfortunately proved. In that regard, I wish to take this opportunity to pay tribute once again to the peacekeepers from Colombia, France and Spain who lost their lives in Lebanon. It is fundamental the UNIFIL be provided with the necessary assets to face the existing risks and threats. We are sure that the Secretary-General will keep working on the measures best suited to guaranteeing full security for the mission's personnel.”
2007-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5733 (2007) · source