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Marhic

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first: 2013-11-27
most recent: 2013-11-27
sittings or episodes: 1
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“All acts of terrorism are criminal and reprehensible, wherever and by whomever they have been committed. The active promotion of counter- terrorism policies and actions must therefore remain a priority for the United Nations and its Member States.”
2013-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7071 (2013) · source
“The EU and its member States are fully committed to the implementation of the 1540 regime and to offering assistance to the Committee and other States, as appropriate. There is a shared understanding that no single member State can handle the threat alone and that continuous cooperation, exchange of information, outreach activities and assistance play an important role in building tools to counter the mass-destruction capacity of terrorism. We also recall that cooperation with international, regional and subregional organizations is essential, as it provides the Committee with specialized expertise. I would like to conclude by stressing that while we have witnessed significant progress in the fight against terrorism, our resolve to defeat terrorism must never weaken or falter.”
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“We therefore welcome the United Nations Integrated Strategy for the Sahel, which puts forward an integrated approach by focusing on three strategic objectives: security, governance and resilience. It is of vital importance to start implementing such strategy. I would like to share a few comments regarding the 1540 regime. The risk of proliferation of weapons of mass destruction to non-State actors remains a significant threat to international peace and security. We should spare no efforts to increase our capacity in proliferation prevention. Although in recent years we have fortunately been spared an attack using such weapons, we cannot be complacent. As technology progresses and more people get access to advanced systems and the know-how to operate them, the threat of a chemical and biological weapons attack in particular is increasing.”
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“Taking a geographical approach, we see the Horn of Africa and Yemen as a region ofprimary importance to follow closely. It is crucial that we support international efforts to stabilize the region, as was underlined during the recent New Deal for Somalia Conference held in Brussels on 16 September, which the EU co-hosted with the President of Somalia. Following the last meeting of the GCTF Ministerial Plenary and the renewal of the terms of the co-chairs of GCTF working groups, the EU will continue to co-chair, with Turkey, the GCTF Horn of Africa region working group. In light of the recent events in Nairobi, the EU will reflect jointly with its co-chair on how to enhance our focus on border security, terrorist travel and countering violent extremism in that region. The Sahel is another region where we must focus our efforts.”
2013-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7071 (2013) · source
“We also regard the establishment of Hedayah - the first International Centre of Excellence for Countering Violent Extremism, generously hosted and supported by the United Arab Emirates - as a key achievement of the Global Counterterrorism Forum (GCTF) in that area. The EU already supports the work of the Centre, both financially and through knowledge and expertise from all our member States. We will also address countering violent extremism issues through regional workshops starting on 3 December 2013, focusing on the Horn of Africa/Yemen, Sahel/West Africa, North Africa, and South Asia. We are also working on updating our strategy to combat radicalization and recruitment. The recent CTED briefing on the action plan for implementing resolution 1624 (2005) was particularly useful and timely in that regard.”
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“Those strategies reflect our long-term engagement, building on national and regional counter-terrorism approaches and therefore ensuring ownership and participation. Increasing efforts regarding countering violent extremism, radicalization and recruitments, as well as terrorist financing, is one of our top priorities. Regarding Prevent, the EU anticipates â‚¬7 million in this area this year, â‚¬2 million in the Horn of Africa and â‚¬5 million in South Asia. We welcome United States Secretary of State Kerry's announcement of the establishment of a global fund to support efforts to counter violent extremism. The EU looks forward to discussing the details of that initiative and will actively participate in its establishment.”
2013-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7071 (2013) · source
“This project, to which the European Union has pledged 63 million, intends to build effective cooperation at the regional level and to support the efforts of States to strengthen the capacity of criminal justice and law enforcement officials to effectively investigate, prosecute and adjudicate terrorism cases. Additionally, the EU is going to finance the Nigeria/EU/UNODC/CTED partnership on strengthening criminal justice responses for multidimensional security, which is due to start very $0011. The EU also supports and promotes multilateral and regional counter-terrorism cooperation. In cooperation with other countries and regions, the EU has started to develop comprehensive counter-terrorism strategies, in partnership with countries in the Sahel, the Horn of Africa, Yemen and Pakistan.”
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“We note with appreciation that in her sixth report to the Security Council (S/2013/452), on 31 July 2013, the Ombudsperson emphasized the strong and continued cooperation with Member States. We call on all Member States to extend their full cooperation with the Office of the Ombudsperson in each and every case. We commend the work ofthe Committee established persuant to resolution 1373 (2001), in particular with regard to enhancing State capacity-building and strengthening regional cooperation. In that regard, we praise the 2 October launch by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the Counter- Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate (CTED) of the Global Initiative on Effective Counter-Terrorism Investigations and Prosecutions while Respecting the Rule of Law and Human Rights.”
2013-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7071 (2013) · source
“With regard to the targeted sanctions regimes, we acknowledge the importance of the recent case law in the European Court of Justice. We remain convinced that fair and clear procedures and respect for the rule of law are necessary to uphold the legitimacy and efficiency of such regimes. We welcome the significant steps taken by the Security Council to further reinforce fair and clear procedures for Umited Nations sanctions, including through enhancing the role of the Office of the Ombudsperson and publishing delisting procedures online. We commend the work of the Ombudsperson. We welcome the renewal of the mandate of the Ombudsperson last December with further enhancement to the Office, including its effectiveness and transparency.”
2013-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7071 (2013) · source
“The fight against terrorism is one of the highest priorities of the European Union and its member States and should continue to be a priority for the United Nations. In that context, we are convinced that the work of all three Committees is of vital significance, as it contributes to the prevention of and response to terrorist threats. We are of the view that the scourge of terrorism can be overcome only by measures that adhere to the highest human rights standards and are in full compliance with the rule of law. That is one of the reasons why the EU fully supports the establishment of the International Institute for Justice and the Rule of Law in Malta. Sanctions remain a vital part of our counter- terrorism mechanisms.”
2013-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7071 (2013) · source
“Mr. Marhic: 1 have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU) and its member States. The candidate countries Turkey, the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia; the countries of the Stabilisation and Association Process and potential candidates, Albania and Bosnia and Herzegovina; as well as the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine, align themselves with this statement. At the outset, let me thank you, Mr. President, for organizing this timely and useful briefing. 1 should also like to thank the Chairs of each Committee for their extensive updates and summary of actions and for the initiatives taken within the last six months. The recent dreadful attacks in Kenya were further evidence - as if any were needed - that terrorism remains one of the major global threats.”
2013-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7071 (2013) · source