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Matussek

lines on the record: 150
first: 2007-01-09
most recent: 2009-10-05
sittings or episodes: 19
sources: un-security-council

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“The European Union encourages the development of regional cooperation through political dialogue, increased economic links, and confidence-building measures between Afghanistan and all its neighbours, including the Central Asian States. We call on Afghanistan and Pakistan to cooperate closely in order to address insecurity in the border areas, while we urge Pakistan to build on current efforts to prevent the use of its territory by the Taliban. The European Union has made a commitment to long-term support for the people and Government of Afghanistan. The core principles of the European Union engagement are to promote Afghan leadership, responsibility and ownership, and to foster the development of a democratic, secure and sustainable Afghan state.”
2007-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5641 (2007) · source
“We underline our appreciation for the central role of the Joint Board as the main coordination body, both within the international community and with the Government of Afghanistan. The recent Board meeting in Berlin was an important step towards enhanced coordination. The European Union welcomes the recent extension of UNAMA's field presence with 17 locations now, as well as the plans for the opening of two new provincial offices by May 2007, security conditions permitting. We encourage the United Nations to continue expanding its network throughout the country after that time. We also welcome all efforts, including those of UNAMA, to promote regional cooperation between Afghanistan and its neighbours. The stabilization of Afghanistan is key to the stability of the whole region.”
2007-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5641 (2007) · source
“We shall further reflect upon the detailed analysis of the Secretary-General. He has presented a mixed picture of current trends. Progress in some areas appears to contrast with an overall precarious security situation, widespread lack of good governance, the alienation of segments of the population and a thriving narcotics industry. The Afghanistan Compact, based on Afghan leadership and partnership with the international community, will continue to be the strategic framework for our common efforts. The United Nations plays the key role in coordinating efforts for institution-building and reconstruction within the framework of the Afghanistan Compact, in particular as co-Chair of the Joint Coordination and Monitoring Board. The European Union commends UNAMA, under the excellent leadership of Tom Koenigs, for its outstanding work.”
2007-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5641 (2007) · source
“I have the honour to speak for the European Union. The European Union welcomes this debate prior to the upcoming renewal of the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). We thank the Secretary- General for his comprehensive report and Tom Koenigs and by Antonio Maria Costa for their briefings this morning. We are honoured by the presence of Mr. D'Alema, the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Italy. We have taken note of the recommendations of the Secretary-General with regard to the focus of the activities of UNAMA in the upcoming months. We agree that those should include: strengthening international coordination, including in the humanitarian field, and continuing to contribute to the protection of human rights and to extending good offices through outreach in Afghanistan and in the region.”
2007-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5641 (2007) · source
“Their involvement and participation in identifying the assistance needed is an important precondition for the success and sustainability of any measure taken. But the European Union will also cooperate closely with the 1540 Committee. It is the focal point for the implementation of the resolution. Any action taken should, therefore, be closely coordinated with the Committee in order to avoid redundancies. Let me conclude by reiterating that the European Union remains committed to the full implementation of resolutions 1540 (2004) and 1673 (2006). However, our work on resolution 1540 (2004)is far from finished. We have a vision of how the world should look once that resolution is fully implemented. But that is still a long way off.”
2007-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5635 (2007) · source
“The seminars were aimed at raising awareness of its requirements, in particular the obligation to submit national reports on implementation and to adopt relevant legislation and other measures. The seminars yielded very concrete and comprehensive recommendations with regard to follow-up and pinpointed the real need for assistance. We consider the seminars to have been of particular help in identifying further assistance needs, because the countries actually in need participated in the workshops. The recommendations are a result of their discussion and of their input. The European Union will listen to their voices. In assisting with the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004) in third countries, the EU will continue to cooperate and coordinate closely with the stakeholder Governments involved.”
2007-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5635 (2007) · source
“In addition, cooperation and assistance programmes under the 2005 Pilot Project Programme of the European Commission, implemented by Germany's export control agency with the assistance of national experts from EU member States, were advanced in several countries. All these measures, as well as many others I shall not mention here, contribute to assisting in the effective implementation of resolution 1540 (2004). Finally, in 2006, the EU co-sponsored and, together with United Nations Department of Disarmament Affairs, co-frnanced three regional seminars through a joint action by all European Union member States to support the regional implementation of the resolution. The seminars took place in regions where countries had the greatest difficulties implementing the resolution.”
2007-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5635 (2007) · source
“That is why in 2005 the resolution was added to the list. But even before that time the EU had undertaken a number of activities, which it is still engaged in, aimed at strengthening national export control systems where assistance is required. The EU substantial legislative corpus in the area of export controls and the lessons learned and best practices identified during a peer review give the European Union a solid background that enables it to support third countries in the development of effective export controls. In 2006, the European Union and member States held numerous seminars and meetings providing export control training and assistance to States in need of technical knowledge, similar to the one recently held in San Francisco within the framework of the Regional Forum of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.”
2007-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5635 (2007) · source
“The EU Strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery rests on three pillars: rendering multilateralism and its instruments more effective; promoting a stable international and regional environment; and cooperating closely with key partners. The Strategy aims at strengthening identification, control and interception of illegal trafficking in weapons of mass destruction. It also suggests a programme of assistance to States in need of technical knowledge in the field of export control. Both are core issues addressed by resolution 1540 (2004). Every year the European Union adopts a list of priorities for the implementation of its non- proliferation Strategy. Support for the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004) figures prominently among the EU's policy priorities.”
2007-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5635 (2007) · source
“Nor does the European Union ignore the danger posed by weapons of mass destruction, their means of delivery and related materials. That is why, as early as December 2003, it endorsed the EU Strategy against the Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction. That non-proliferation strategy creates a comprehensive and cogent basis for joint action by the EU member States. It constitutes a central element of the EU's external action. It is first and foremost within that framework and on the basis of that Strategy that the EU engages in the effective and comprehensive implementation of resolution 1540 (2004), which is one of the focal points of its non-proliferation policy.”
2007-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5635 (2007) · source
“We are fully aware that the Committee's capacities are not unlimited and that additional guidance and assistance is necessary. It can be provided by States but also by international organizations. The EU greatly appreciates the important work in support of national implementation that has been undertaken by a number of international organizations such as the International Atomic Energy Agency and the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons. The EU also acknowledges the commitment of other international organizations to supporting the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004) through appropriate activities within their respective areas of responsibility. Furthermore, the support and the useful contributions made by non- governmental organizations (NGOs) to the implementation of the resolution are appreciated.”
2007-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5635 (2007) · source
“It is the first to be adopted by the Council to deal with such weapons, their means of delivery and related materials in an integrated and comprehensive manner. The EU is determined to give full support to the Security Council and to the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004) in their endeavour to achieve the broadest possible implementation of the resolution's requirements. The European Union fully recognizes the tireless efforts of the Committee established under this resolution to provide guidance to States on preparing and submitting national reports and fully implementing their obligations under resolutions 1540 (2004) and 1673 (2006). Let me indicate that the Committee, in doing so, should also bear in mind its particular responsibility to States in need of assistance.”
2007-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5635 (2007) · source
“The risk of terrorists' acquiring chemical, biological, radiological or fissile materials and their means of delivery adds a critical new dimension to that threat. Meeting this challenge, therefore, is a central element of the EU's external action. Our objective is to prevent, deter, halt and, where possible, eliminate proliferation programmes of concern worldwide. Non- proliferation, disarmament and arms control can make an essential contribution to the global fight against terrorism by reducing the risk of non-State actors gaining access to weapons of mass destruction, radioactive materials and means of delivery. It is against this backdrop in particular that the European Union fully acknowledges the relevance of Security Council resolution 1540 (2004) as an important international instrument.”
2007-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5635 (2007) · source
“I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU). The candidate countries Turkey, Croatia and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, the countries of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidates Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) country Iceland, member of the European Economic Area, as well as Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova, align themselves with this declaration. The proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery, such as ballistic missiles, is a growing threat to international peace and security. While international treaty regimes and export-control arrangements have slowed the spread of such weapons and their delivery systems, a number of States have sought or are seeking to develop such weapons.”
2007-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5635 (2007) · source
“Nevertheless, we think that the upcoming tasks should be fulfilled using existing resources and existing bodies, one of them being the Peacebuilding Commission. Once more, I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for organizing today's debate and thereby stimulating a broader discussion within the United Nations system and with external actors on an issue of such cross-cutting importance. The European Union is ready to continue to contribute constructively on this issue. We look forward to a report by the Secretary-General with recommendations for coordinated and effective United Nations support for security sector reform.”
2007-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5632Resumption1 (2007) · source
“The European Union promotes coherent approaches within the United Nations system that are guided by lessons learned from past experiences and based on agreed principles within the international community. In that context, the EU is also making particular efforts to implement resolution 1325 (2000), on women, peace and security, as well as resolution 1612 (2005), on children affected by armed conflict. There is a need for better cooperation among all partners involved in security sector reform, as well as better coordination of their efforts. We therefore welcome and support the draft presidential statement to be adopted today, which acknowledges the need for a report by the Secretary-General on approaches to security sector reform by the United Nations.”
2007-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5632Resumption1 (2007) · source
“Given the experiences the European Union has gained from the range of security sector reform programmes and missions in which it has been engaged so far, we believe that action on security sector reform needs to be approached in a holistic manner that is underpinned by comprehensive national security strategies. It starts with an assessment of the security needs of a country, and should include plans for the future architecture of the security system. The reform process should be designed to strengthen good governance, democratic norms, the rule of law and human rights. Democratic institutions that can provide civilian oversight and accountability and the overall management of reforms are especially relevant in that regard.”
2007-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5632Resumption1 (2007) · source
“The contribution by the European Union therefore had an immediate positive effect in the critical final phase of the transition period leading towards the establishment of a democratically elected Government. Finally, last week the EU Council of Ministers decided to start planning a mission in Afghanistan in the field of policing. That mission will complement the already substantial EU support for the Afghan police force in the payment of salaries. It will be carried out in conjunction with an EU reform programme in the justice sector, which seeks to professionalize the judicial and public prosecution service. That is an important step that confirms the EU's strong long-term commitment to Afghanistan.”
2007-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5632Resumption1 (2007) · source
“In June 2005, the EU established an advisory and assistance mission for security reform, which focuses on defence reform. The mission provides advice and assistance to Congolese authorities in charge of security, while ensuring the promotion of policies that are compatible with international standards. Also in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the European Union launched - in close coordination with the United Nations - a police mission in Kinshasa. The mission monitors, mentors and advises the Integrated Police Unit and ensures that the Unit acts according to international best practice. The Unit's impartiality is a key element. It has successfully intervened on various occasions during the election period, stabilizing the situation on the streets of the capital.”
2007-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5632Resumption1 (2007) · source
“It supports the police reform process and continues to develop and consolidate local capacity and regional cooperation in the fight against major and organized crime. In the Democratic Republic of the Congo the European Union has been active in security sector reform since 2002, playing a leading role in defence, police and justice reform. We believe that the assistance of the international community in bringing peace and development to the whole of the country cannot bear fruit without reform of the security sector. The EU has therefore confirmed its readiness to assume a leading coordinating role in international efforts on security sector reform, together with the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, if requested by the authorities of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2007-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5632Resumption1 (2007) · source
“To illustrate our experiences, let me briefly mention some important European experiences in the field of security sector reform. Bosnia and Herzegovina, as a potential candidate for EU membership, benefits from substantial security sector reform support in the areas of police, justice and border management. In addition, in January 2003, we started the European Union Police Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina, which followed on from the United Nations International Police Task Force. In accordance with best European and international practice, the Mission seeks to establish sustainable policing arrangements under Bosnian ownership. It does so through monitoring, mentoring and inspection activities. Following an invitation from the Bosnian authorities, in November 2005 the EU decided to establish a refocused police mission.”
2007-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5632Resumption1 (2007) · source
“If successful, security sector reform can significantly contribute to establishing the right conditions for sustainable development. Therefore, it is of great importance to focus on that issue in countries in transition and in fragile or post-conflict countries. The EU engages in more than 70 security sector reform-related activities worldwide through EU pre- accession assistance, development cooperation and conflict-prevention and crisis-management support. In June 2006, the EU adopted a policy framework for security sector reform support that brought together instruments across all EU policy areas and bridged the fields of security and development. That has enabled the EU to take a holistic and multi-sectoral approach in support of security sector reform.”
2007-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5632Resumption1 (2007) · source
“I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU). The candidate countries Turkey, Croatia and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia; the countries of the Stabilisation and Association Process and potential candidates Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Serbia; the European Free Trade Association country Iceland, member of the European Economic Area; as well as the Republic of Moldova align themselves with this declaration. I would like to thank Slovakia, as President of the Security Council, for organizing this useful debate on security sector reform. The European Union holds the View that, without a functioning security sector, lasting peace and security for the population cannot be achieved.”
2007-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5632Resumption1 (2007) · source
“The European Union reaffirms its commitment to the sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of Lebanon. It renews its call for the full and speedy implementation of resolutions 1701 (2006), 1664 (2006) and all other relevant resolutions of the Security Council and reminds all parties in the region of their obligations thereunder. The European Union also reiterates its call on Syria and other countries in the region to refrain from interfering in the domestic affairs of Lebanon. They must, instead, actively engage in the stabilization of Lebanon.”
2007-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5629 (2007) · source
“The European Union also expresses great concern about the renewed violent clashes of the past weeks in Lebanon, which claimed several lives and caused numerous injuries. The European Union urges all parties to refrain from all forms of violence and to do everything possible to prevent an escalation of the situation. A solution to the current political deadlock should be sought only through dialogue and with full respect for the democratic institutions of the country. The European Union urges all Lebanese actors to actively engage in such a dialogue and reiterates its appreciation for all constructive international mediation efforts, in particular those by the Secretary- General of the League of Arab States, to facilitate an intra-Lebanese agreement.”
2007-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5629 (2007) · source
“In this respect, the European Union reiterates its support for the reform programme adopted by the Lebanese Government on 4 January 2007, notably its social component, as well as for the commitment in principle to the signing of a post-conflict agreement with the International Monetary Fund. The adoption of the EU-Lebanon European Neighbourhood Policy Action Plan will enable further deepening of our existing cooperation within the framework of the Association Agreement and of the Barcelona process. 34 Having said that, the European Union condemns in the strongest terms the targeted attacks on two buses in Lebanon which today claimed several lives and left many injured. Once again, we offer our condolences to the victims' families and our good wishes to the injured.”
2007-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5629 (2007) · source
“On Lebanon, the European Union welcomes the success of the international conference in support of Lebanon, held in Paris on 25 January 2007. By pledging more than $7.6 billion in aid, the international community has sent a strong message of support to the people of Lebanon and to its legitimate and democratically elected Government. The European Union and its member States contributed more than 40 per cent of the total aid pledged at the Paris conference. These contributions are intended to provide Lebanon with the resources it needs to meet the challenges of reconstruction and macroeconomic stabilization.”
2007-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5629 (2007) · source
“The European Union is deeply concerned about the recent authorization of settlement activities by the Israeli Government and the ongoing construction of the barrier on Palestinian lands. These developments are contrary to international law and to the Road Map. We call on Israel to desist from any action that threatens the viability of an agreed two-State solution. Settlement activities in and around Jerusalem as well as in the Jordan Valley are of particular concern. The European Union will not recognize any changes to the pre-1967 borders other than those agreed by both parties. With all this in mind, the European Union looks forward to the next Quartet meeting at principals level, which is scheduled to take place in Berlin in just over a week from now, to further discuss the way forward.”
2007-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5629 (2007) · source
“Such attacks are aimed at innocent civilians with the goal of derailing the peace process. In this regard, the European Union urges the Palestinian leadership to do everything in its power to put an end to terror and to bring to justice those who support terror. It is vital to continue the genuine progress made in recent weeks in the search for peace, notably through the courageous efforts of both the Government of Israel and the Palestinian President to build confidence. The European Union also urges the parties to fully implement steps discussed at the 23 December meeting, to refrain from taking any measures that could predetermine issues to be resolved by negotiations and to seek to fulfil their obligations under the Sharm el-Sheikh understanding of 2005.”
2007-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5629 (2007) · source
“Allow me to add that we sincerely appreciate the work of the Saudi Arabian Government, and in particular the valuable efforts of King Abdullah, to bring about this meeting. I would also like to commend the initiative of the Governments of Jordan and Egypt in reconciling the Palestinian factions. In the light of recent developments on the ground, the European Union reiterates its call for an immediate and unconditional end to all acts of violence and terror. It also calls on the parties to consolidate the ceasefire in Gaza and to extend it to the West Bank. The European Union condemns in the strongest terms the suicide attack perpetrated on 29 January in Eilat, where three people were killed and many others wounded. On behalf of the European Union, I offer our sincere condolences to the victims' families and our sympathy to the injured.”
2007-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5629 (2007) · source
“In that context, I would like to recall the tremendous importance of full implementation of the Agreement on Movement and Access and urge that Rafah and all other crossing points be reopened and remain open. Let me also, at this stage, reaffirm the European Union's continued commitment to the European Union Border Assistance Mission in Rafah. The European Union welcomes the fact that an agreement was reached in Mecca last Thursday on the formation of a Palestinian national unity government. Here, I would like to pay tribute to President Abbas for his sustained efforts to that end. The European Union stands ready to work with a legitimate Palestinian government that adopts a platform reflecting the Quartet principles.”
2007-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5629 (2007) · source
“We call for continued international assistance to the Palestinian people and welcome the recent extension of the temporary international mechanism, which, in coordination with the Office of the President, is providing essential relief to a large part of the Palestinian population. It presently reaches out to some 150,000 households. Once again, we call on Israel to carry out the immediate transfer of all withheld Palestinian tax and custom revenues, and we encourage Israel to do so through the temporary international mechanism. Furthermore, strengthening Palestinian institutions of governance and developing the Palestinian economy are of critical importance.”
2007-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5629 (2007) · source
“The Quartet has also reaffirmed its commitment to meet according to an agreed calendar and to monitor developments and actions taken by the parties. The European Union thus looks forward to the forthcoming meetings of the Quartet, including those with the parties and other regional partners. At the core of the issue, of course, is the need for Israeli and Palestinian leaders to launch a process with the goal of ending the occupation that began in 1967 and creating an independent, democratic and viable Palestinian State living side by side in peace and security with Israel. The European Union thus expresses its full support for the forthcoming meeting among Prime Minister Olmert, President Abbas and Secretary of State Rice, scheduled to take place in the next couple of days.”
2007-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5629 (2007) · source
“It is therefore up to all of us to move the peace process forward and to intensify our efforts to do. First and foremost, it is up to the parties to the conflict to become further engaged; but the international community is no less called upon to contribute. It is up to the members of the Arab world, and especially to the Middle East Quartet, to become- and to continue to be - increasingly involved. The European Union has repeatedly emphasized its determination to play an active role within the framework of increased Quartet activity. Let me therefore stress, as stated in Washington on 2 February, the Quartet's intention to provide active follow-up to meetings between Israeli and Palestinian leaders and to remain closely engaged at this time of increasing dialogue.”
2007-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5629 (2007) · source
“First of all, I would like to thank Special Coordinator De Soto for his impressive presentation today. I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The candidate countries Turkey, Croatia and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, the countries of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidates Albania and Serbia, and the European Free Trade Association country Iceland, as well as Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova, align themselves with this declaration. The international community is faced with many a challenge in the Middle East. It is, however, the ongoing standstill in the Middle East peace process that could ultimately prove to be the most serious threat to stability and security in the region, if not on a global scale.”
2007-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5629 (2007) · source
“I would like to conclude by expressing our appreciation for the efforts of the Government of Timor-Leste and the determination of the Timorese people to build a viable, just and democratic State. The European Union is committed to remaining a reliable partner in assisting Timorese efforts to achieve long- term stability and sustainable economic development, in close coordination with other bilateral and multilateral donors.”
2007-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5628 (2007) · source
“European Community support amounting to â‚¬212 million so far currently focuses on making an urgent response to humanitarian and peacebuilding needs, notably to support inclusive political dialogue and quick-impact youth employment schemes, as well as on longer-term needs such as institution-building and rural development. This assistance will take on a long-term perspective now that Timor-Leste benefits from the European Development Fund. The nomination of a special envoy and the upgrading of the European Community office in Dili into a full-fledged delegation further demonstrate the EU's willingness to strengthen its cooperation with Timor-Leste.”
2007-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5628 (2007) · source
“The EU supports the Secretary-General's recommendation for the extension of the UNMIT mandate for 12 months with a particular focus on maintaining public security before, during and after the elections. Much has been achieved; much remains to be done. Most important, the Timorese themselves have to campaign for national reconciliation. This responsibility unites all political parties, the Catholic Church and civil society. It is an essential task for the Timorese people to undertake. The international community can only encourage and support this process. The European Union and its member States have for years been major development partners with Timor- Leste. Since 1999, the EU member States and the European Community have disbursed more than â‚¬600 million to the population of Timor-Leste.”
2007-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5628 (2007) · source
“The overall capacity of the judicial system to deal with the number of arrests is still inadequate. Reports of intimidation of witnesses damage confidence in the rule of law amongst the Timorese people. Earlier this month, the Chairman of the Commission for Truth and Friendship announced that the Commission was ready to commence the truth- seeking phase of its investigations. Seventy people suspected of human rights violations during the 1999 independence referendum events will be invited to share information from February to June 2007. We hope the Commission will prove to be an effective mechanism for dealing with the past and for building bridges to the future.”
2007-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5628 (2007) · source
“UNMIT's established police units have, under adverse circumstances, helped to restore and maintain public order. That is a prerequisite if we are to implement other important elements of the mandate. Capacity-building and reform of the Timorese national police remain essential to creating an effective police force capable of addressing the security challenges. UNMIT will have an important role to play in this process. Nonetheless, screening for readmission of Timorese national police officers will need to accelerate in order to meet security needs during the elections. As we all know, justice and accountability remain key factors for lasting peace. The EU remains concerned about the lack of progress in the judicial system and the fight against impunity.”
2007-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5628 (2007) · source
“It is important to note that reconciliation and viable peace can be achieved only in a secure environment. In this context, the EU Union welcomes the signing of a security agreement on 26 January by the United Nations, Timor-Leste and Australia. The agreement sets up a Trilateral Coordination Forum that will allow better coordination on security issues. This will be a particularly important element in the lead-up to the elections. Last month, the European Commission sent an election exploratory mission to Timor-Leste. The mission will shortly submit its conclusions with a view to a likely European Union election observation mission. The European Union also welcomes the initiative to support the electoral process with the deployment of an additional United Nations police unit in support of the Timorese national police.”
2007-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5628 (2007) · source
“That is an essential step towards national reconciliation. UNMIT has begun to assist the Timorese people in this delicate task by supporting meetings, public events and dialogue programmes, which include addressing the events of the past. It is important that the forthcoming elections unite the Timorese people and not create additional divisions. All Timorese should be aware of their own responsibility to promote national reconciliation, not only in abstract, but also in concrete, terms. The forthcoming presidential and legislative elections should contribute to national unity and democratic stability in Timor-Leste. The EU endorses the recommendations of the Independent Electoral Certification Team to the Timorese authorities in order to implement key measures to ensure the full credibility of the electoral process.”
2007-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5628 (2007) · source
“I think it is a good basis for further discussion of the mandate of the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT). The European Union acknowledges the important work done by the Special Representative for Timor- Leste, Mr. Atul Khare, and by the staff of UNMIT on the ground, as well as the efforts of the Timorese people, to build a viable, just and democratic State. As the Secretary-General pointed out in his report, the overall situation in Timor-Leste has improved over the six months since UNMIT was established. However, the security situation remains volatile. Gang activity continues and there is increasing discontent among internally displaced Timorese. One of the key elements in the peace process is the necessity of rebuilding confidence among the various actors.”
2007-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5628 (2007) · source
“I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The candidate countries Turkey, Croatia and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia; the countries of the Stabilisation and Association Process and potential candidates of Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia; the European Free Trade Association countries of Iceland and Norway, members of the European Economic Area; as well as Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova align themselves with this statement. Let me, first of all, express my gratitude for Prime Minister Jose Ramos-Horta's impressive statement to us today. On behalf of the European Union, I would also like to thank the Secretary-General for his latest report (S/2007/50) on the situation in Timor-Leste.”
2007-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5628 (2007) · source
“In concluding, let me thank the people, the Government and the political actors of the Democratic Republic of the Congo for their confidence in the European force, which demonstrated its neutrality and effectiveness throughout its mandate. The EU is also grateful to the Government of Gabon, which allowed the European force to use Gabon as an important base for the operation. We appreciated the excellent cooperation with the United Nations, both in New York and in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and with the authorities of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. We hope that the successful elections will be the first step towards a brighter future for the Congolese people and the entire region of the Great Lakes.”
2007-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5616 (2007) · source
“The EU remains fully committed to continuing its support for the consolidation of stability and reconstruction, notably through assuming a coordinating role for international efforts in the security sector, in close cooperation with the United Nations, to support the Congolese authorities in that field. It is essential that future cooperation be based on the new authorities' strong commitment to good governance and to strengthening the rule of law. Appropriate flexible mechanisms will need to be developed with the new Congolese Government to ensure effective coordination of support and political dialogue.”
2007-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5616 (2007) · source
“The European Union warmly welcomes the success of the first democratic elections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in more than 40 years and congratulates the Congolese people on that major step towards stabilization and reconstruction in a 07-20483 spirit of national reconciliation. The European Union calls on all political players to engage constructively in the post-transition process. The European Union recalls the substantial efforts it has undertaken in support of the Democratic Republic of the Congo at the political level, as well as through instruments of the European Security and Defence Policy, the EU Electoral Observation Mission and the assistance provided through the European Development Fund and, bilaterally, by EU member States.”
2007-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5616 (2007) · source
“The EU and the United Nations - both at the level of headquarters and of the missions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo - worked together intensively before and during the operation. Our joint efforts helped to provide stability, defuse tensions and deter potential spoilers during critical stages of the election process. The lessons drawn from that experience will be important for our future partnership in the field of crisis management, which is growing ever more intensive. That increasing cooperation must be accompanied by appropriate mechanisms of dialogue and exchange - issues we should look into in the coming months.”
2007-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5616 (2007) · source
“The EU - after close consultation with the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo - agreed to support the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and to assist in ensuring security in the interest of a successful transition. In April 2006, the Security Council adopted resolution 1671 (2006), which authorized the European force. In July, EUFOR was launched as an autonomous EU-led operation within the framework of the European Security and Defence Policy, with a total of 21 member States participating. As envisaged in resolution 1671 (2006), EUFOR was concluded after four months, at the end of November. Following operation Artemis in Bunia in summer 2003, the operation was another milestone of cooperation between the European Union and the United Nations in the field of peacekeeping in Africa.”
2007-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5616 (2007) · source
“I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The candidate 07-20483 countries Turkey and Croatia align themselves with this statement. I would like to thank you for giving the European Union the opportunity to report on the implementation of the mandate of the European Union-led peacekeeping force in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (EUFOR). I will make some introductory remarks and then ask you, Sir, to give the floor to the High Representative for the Common Foreign and Security Policy of the European Union (EU), Mr. Javier Solana. A year ago, in late December 2005, the United Nations requested the European Union to provide additional security in the Democratic Republic of the Congo while the country went through the election process.”
2007-01-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5616 (2007) · source