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Mayr-Harting

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first: 2008-12-09
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“It is also a matter of strengthening Haiti's State institutions, which must fully undertake the civilian duties that were part of MINUSTAH's mandate up until now, in particular the organizing and funding ofthe electoral process. The European Union is currently envisaging the possibility of implementing measures to support security sector reform in Haiti, with particular reference to the Haitian National Police. Moreover, establishing an integrated border management system for internal and external borders, recommended by the Haitian Administration, is also an area in which the European Union could provide assistance. Over the past 12 months, the European Union has supported Haiti in its long-term rebuilding and development process.”
2012-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6842 (2012) · source
“In spite of progress achieved by the Haitian authorities, among other things in enhancing the capacity of the Haitian National Police, we note that MINUSTAH's presence continues to be crucial in guaranteeing the security and stability in the country. The European Union and its member States welcome the proposals of the Secretary-General to extend the mandate of the Mission and to reconfigure and progressively withdraw on the basis of stabilization benchmarks. That is a difficult and ambitious challenge but one that, in our view, can be achieved. The withdrawal must go hand in hand with strengthening the Haitian National Police.”
2012-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6842 (2012) · source
“It is important that the obstacles which so far have impeded the full implementation of the permanent electoral council be resolved as swiftly as possible. A stable political context and a security situation that is under control are preconditions for supporting the reconstruction and economic recovery process. The European Union, in promoting development, continues its financial support and technical assistance to improve administrative capacities, including the ability of the State to promote and uphold human rights, as well as to advance reforms related to governance, security and strengthening the democratic system. Creating conditions conducive to foreign investment is a priority of the Haitian Government and would be another matter to deal with.”
2012-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6842 (2012) · source
“I shall take this opportunity to touch upon three priority topics: the political situation, security and MINUSTAH's role and development aid. We are pleased that since the appointment of a new Prime Minister, Mr. Laurent Salvador Lamothe, in May 2012, and the establishment of a new Government there has been a relative stabilization of the political context in Haiti. We are also pleased that important headway has been made in moving forward democratic reforms, particularly with the entry into force of some amendments to the Constitution of 1987, the establishment of a Superior Council of the Judiciary and the establishment, even if it is still ongoing, of a permanent electoral council. We call upon the Haitian Government to continue that path, in particular during the holding of the next elections.”
2012-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6842 (2012) · source
“I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU) and its member States. The acceding country Croatia; the candidate countries Montenegro, Iceland, Serbia and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia; the countries of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidates Albania and Bosnia and Herzegovina; as well as Georgia and the Republic of Moldova, align themselves with this statement. Given that this is the first time that I am taking the floor under the presidency of Guatemala, I would like to first of all congratulate you, Mr. President, and wish you every success over the course of this month. I would also like to thank the German delegation and Ambassador Wittig for the work accomplished under the German presidency of the Security Council last month.”
2012-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6842 (2012) · source
“The aim of our overall strategy in Afghanistan remains clear 4 to support Afghanistan on its path towards becoming a more peaceful, democratic and prosperous society.”
2012-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6840 (2012) · source
“Together with the Heart of Asia countries, we will now ensure an active follow-up to identify viable projects for cooperation. It is important to build on the momentum achieved and to focus efforts on implementation. However, it is clear, in our view, that confidence-building measures should be intended to support what we hope will be a growing political process, not to substitute for it. In conclusion, allow me to reiterate our full support for the essential role of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan as we move beyond the transition. Its work will be of key importance in supporting the preparations for the upcoming elections, monitoring the human rights and humanitarian situation, and making coordination bodies, such as the Joint Coordination and Monitoring Board, work more effectively.”
2012-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6840 (2012) · source
“I can confirm that we have every intention to stay engaged in that important field in the years to come. The cooperation of the countries in the region is certainly a key to achieving more stability and prosperity. Like others, we were encouraged by the progress achieved by the countries of the region in defining and agreeing on seven concrete confidence- building measures at the June Kabul Heart of Asia Ministerial Conference. All of those are very important. As the European Union, we, as supporters, committed ourselves to cooperating closely with the Heart of Asia countries on three confidence-building measures, namely on disaster management, counter narcotics and commercial opportunities. We now hope for swift progress in implementation.”
2012-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6840 (2012) · source
“The added delays in designing that support and reform programme are a source of concern due to the programme's key role in delivering the Tokyo Framework commitments. The European Union's continued support to that sector depends on a swift finalization of that programme. In that regard, we hope the recent changes to the Government of Afghanistan will lead to the finalization of all national priority programmes, as well as the consolidation of the Afghan National Security Forces. As part ofits long-term commitment to Afghanistan, the European Union actively supports regional cooperation among Afghanistan's neighbours, both at the political and the project levels. Since 2004, we have contributed more than â‚¬65 million to development projects directly aimed at Afghanistan's capacity to benefit from a stronger involvement in the region.”
2012-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6840 (2012) · source
“That not only will increase support for continued aid to Afghanistan, but also is essential for the capacity of the country to absorb the exceptional aid levels that the international community has committed to providing. It will ensure that the Afghan people experience the benefits of that aid. In that regard, we look forward to the finalization of the national priority programmes, in particular the national priority programme on law and justice for all. That programme will be essential in convincing all Afghan citizens, in particular women, children and minorities, that the Government of Afghanistan is able to deliver justice and that the rule of law will protect their rights. It will also increase the investor confidence necessary to achieve sustained economic growth.”
2012-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6840 (2012) · source
“For its part, the Government of Afghanistan has committed to achieving five key development and governance goals: first, representational democracy and equitable elections; secondly, governance, the rule of law and human rights; thirdly, the integrity of public finances and commercial banking; fourthly, government revenues, budget execution and subnational governance; and, fifthly, inclusive and sustained growth and development. The European Union welcomes and supports the renewed progress in those critical areas. The international community's ability to sustain support for Afghanistan depends on the Afghan Government making real and tangible progress in those areas, as set out in the Tokyo Framework.”
2012-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6840 (2012) · source
“We remain committed to increasing the levels of coordination of that support and to ensuring its alignment with the Government of Afghanistan's priorities, as set out in the national priority programmes. We are also committed to helping Afghans develop the ability to provide their own security. As such, we maintain a strong support to the development of a civilian police force through the European Union Police Mission.”
2012-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6840 (2012) · source
“Secondly, in View of the upcoming senior officials meeting, organized by the Government of Afghanistan in New York on 24 September, we want to briefly address regional cooperation. The Tokyo Conference resulted in an agreed mechanism for achieving Afghanistan's development and governance goals, namely, the Mutual Accountability Framework. With others, we believe that mutual accountability is of paramount importance in View of the unprecedented financial support pledged by the international community to Afghanistan. On our side, we are giving more than â‚¬1 billion in development assistance to Afghanistan per year. The EU commitment to Afghanistan is long term, that is, for the transition and beyond. For the period from 2014 to 2020, the European Union will continue to prioritize and to enhance support to Afghanistan.”
2012-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6840 (2012) · source
“Zalmai Rassoul for his statement and his presence here today. The international conferences held in Bonn last year and in Kabul and Tokyo earlier this year, as well as the summit in Chicago, have reaffirmed the partnership between the Government of Afghanistan and the international community for that country's long-term security, economic growth and development. The conferences set out the way forward for Afghanistan to progressively assume responsibility for all aspects of policy and to achieve its development and governance goals. In this three-monthly statement, we would like to first focus on the latter two goals, highlighting the outcome of the Tokyo Conference.”
2012-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6840 (2012) · source
“I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU). The acceding country Croatia; the candidate countries the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Montenegro, Iceland and Serbia; the countries of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidates Albania and Bosnia and Herzegovina, the European Free Trade Association country Norway, member of the European Economic Area, as well as Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova, Armenia and Georgia, align themselves with this statement. Like others, I would first like to thank the Secretary- General for his comprehensive report (S/2012/703) and Special Representative Jan Kubis for his briefing and for the remarkable work that he does under continuing difficult circumstances. I would also like to thank His Excellency Foreign Minister Mr.”
2012-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6840 (2012) · source
“The humanitarian work of the EU also aims at protecting children in conflict-affected areas. We continue to strongly support the universal ratification of the Optional Protocols to the Convention on the Rights of the Child on the involvement of children in armed conflict and the sale of children, child prostitution and child pornography. Those are just some of the examples of our dedication in this field. Far too many children in too many parts of the world still suffer every day from the effects of armed conflict or are directly involved as child soldiers. Children should attend school, play with their peers and be able to enjoy their childhood without suffering from the effects of war and armed conflict. Let us do our outmost to further improve their lives by intensifying the use ofthe instruments at the disposal ofthe Security Council.”
2012-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6838 (2012) · source
“High Representative Ashton has named the rights of the child as one of the three priorities in her joint communication on human rights. Consequently, the EU is systematically including child protection issues in all EU foreign policy missions, operations and training ,and has committed to further step up its implementation. The European Union has spent â‚¬200 million in 2009-2012 on assistance to children and armed conflict in the countries listed in the Secretary- General's report. To cite just one example, the EU's police mission in Afghanistan provided training on child protection, and in the Democratic Republic of the Congo the European Union has cooperated with the United Nations and local police in child protection and juvenile justice projects.”
2012-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6838 (2012) · source
“Especially when establishing or renewing the mandate of relevant sanctions regimes, it should be considered to include provisions against parties to armed conflict that engage in activities in violation of applicable international law relating to the rights and protection of children in armed conflict. Dialogue and increased political pressure and cooperation with national and international courts will also be important. Furthermore, we encourage the Council to regularly invite the Special Representative to provide briefings on situations of armed conflict that affect children. The implementation of existing commitments is crucial. Let me update the Council on some of the steps taken by the European Union to contribute to our common goal.”
2012-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6838 (2012) · source
“Encouraging steps have been taken by the International Criminal Court, for example by the recent judgment in the Lubanga trial on the war crime of conscripting and enlisting children under the age of 15 and making them participate actively in hostilities. The recommendations of the former Permanent Representative of France to the United Nations, Ambassador De la Sabliere, upon the request of the Special Representative, provide interesting food for thought in this context. The toolbox of the Security Council's Working Group needs to be applied, with effective links between the Working Group, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and the existing sanctions committees.”
2012-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6838 (2012) · source
“The reports of the Secretary-General and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Children and Armed Conflict also illustrate the severe problem of persistent perpetrators - an issue that increasingly needs our particular attention. While it is essential to continuously name the relevant conflict parties, the Security Council also has to look for effective ways to take action, combat impunity and prove that the 32 persistent perpetrators currently listed will eventually be held accountable for their heinous crimes, including by imposing targeted sanctions. Let us not accept impunity.”
2012-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6838 (2012) · source
“Still, we have also witnessed deterioration in other places, such as Syria, where many children are among the victims of egregious crimes and where the tremendous suffering of girls and boys has been going on for much too long. As long as children still suffer from armed conflict, we are reminded that we have to further intensify our work. It is of special significance to us that for the first time the Secretary-General included attacks on schools and hospitals in his annual report, in accordance with the expanded list of triggers from last year's ground- breaking resolution 1998 (2011). That expansion of triggers and their effective implementation means concrete progress for the instruments at the disposal of the Security Council's Working Group, thereby contributing effectively to improving the situation for the children concerned.”
2012-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6838 (2012) · source
“Allow me to use this opportunity to express our appreciation to former Special Representative of the Secretary-General Radhika Coomaraswamy for her highly esteemed work. Her relentless effort has contributed immensely to the progress we witnessed during her mandate. I would also like to warmly welcome the new Special Representative, Ms. Leila Zerrougui, and to assure her of the full support of the European Union. The annual report of the Secretary General on children and armed conflict (S/2012/261) reminds us of the importance of the Security Council's work on that issue, which we highly appreciate. We have seen continuous progress in many aspects and different regions - for example, through the conclusion of several action plans leading to the release and subsequent reintegration of children.”
2012-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6838 (2012) · source
“I have the honour to take the floor on behalf of the European Union and its member States. The acceding country Croatia, the candidate countries the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia, the countries of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidates Albania and Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova, Armenia and Georgia, align themselves with this statement. Let me begin by thanking you, Mr. President, and the German presidency for organizing this very important debate and for the leadership you have constantly shown on this issue. The European Union is very grateful for Germany's efforts, initiatives and continuous endeavours, including in the Security Council Working Group that you, Sir, chair.”
2012-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6838 (2012) · source
“On this occasion, the European Union underlines its strong support for the work of all relevant United Nations agencies working across the occupied Palestinian territory, including the United Nations Relief and Works Agency and the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs. The European Union continues to call for intra-Palestinian reconciliation behind President Mahmoud Abbas, in line with the principles set out in his speech of 4 May 2011, as an important element for the unity ofa future Palestinian State and for reaching a two-State solution. The European Union looks forward to the holding of elections as an important contribution to Palestinian State-building.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The EU also recalled the applicability of international humanitarian law in the occupied Palestinian territory, including the applicability of the Fourth Geneva Convention relative to the Protection of Civilian Persons in Times of War. On the humanitarian front, the most pressing situation is in Gaza. The EU recalls that the situation in the Gaza Strip will be unsustainable as long as it remains politically separated from the West Bank. While fully recognizing Israel's legitimate security needs, the EU urges Israel to take further meaningful and far-reaching steps allowing for the reconstruction and recovery of the Gaza Strip.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The European Union expresses great concern about developments on the ground, which threaten to make a two-State solution impossible. Those include the marked acceleration of settlement construction, which remains illegal under international law, ongoing evictions and house demolitions in East Jerusalem, serious limitations on the Palestinian Authority's ability to promote the development of Palestinian communities in Area C, and the Palestinian Authority's current financial difficulties. At the Foreign Affairs Council in May, European Union Foreign Ministers expressed a clear and strong position on these issues, forging a common European Union approach to developments on the ground. They reiterated that a way must be found through negotiations to resolve the status of Jerusalem as the future capital of two States.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The European Union reiterates its call on the parties to demonstrate their commitment to a peaceful solution by taking actions that can create the environment of trust required to ensure meaningful negotiations leading to a comprehensive and lasting peace. The European Union will continue contributing, including within the Quartet, to a negotiated solution. The European Union remains unequivocally committed to the security of Israel, including with regard to vital threats in the region. The European Union is appalled by recurring rocket attacks from Gaza and condemns in the strongest terms violence deliberately targeting civilians. The European Union also recalls its commitment towards Israel's full integration in the region. The viability of a two-State solution must be maintained.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816Resumption1 (2012) · source
“It is in the fundamental interest of the European Union, of the parties and of the wider region to resolve the conflict, which can be achieved through a comprehensive peace agreement based on the relevant Security Council resolutions, the Madrid principles, the Road Map, the agreements previously reached by the parties, and the Arab Peace Initiative. The European Union stresses once again the central role of the Quartet in that context, and has redoubled its efforts with Quartet partners to facilitate contacts between the parties in order to resume direct and substantive negotiations. Our position is clear - negotiations are the best way forward.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816Resumption1 (2012) · source
“With respect to the Middle East peace process, our objective remains the same. Changes across the Arab world point to the urgent need for progress. The resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is of strategic importance to the entire region and beyond. The European Union is convinced that heeding the aspirations of the people of the region, including those of Palestinians to statehood and those of Israelis to security, is a crucial element for lasting peace, stability and prosperity in the region.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The European Union continues to urge all opposition groups to put aside their differences and to agree on a set of shared principles and start working towards an inclusive, orderly and peaceful transition in Syria. The European Union urges all opposition groups to continue to support Mr. Annan's efforts and to be ready to provide leadership and to engage with the transition plan designed by the Action Group for Syria on 30 June. All Syrians must have a place in the new Syria and enjoy equal rights, regardless of their origin, affiliations, religion, beliefs or gender. On Monday, the European Union agreed on measures to strengthen the enforcement of its arms embargo. It will continue to urge the international community to join its efforts by taking steps to apply and enforce restrictive measures on the Syrian regime and its supporters.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The European Union welcomes the decision to renew the mandate of the United Nations Supervision Mission in Syria for a final period of 30 days, taking into account the Secretary-General's recommendations to reconfigure the Mission as well as the operational implications of the increasingly dangerous security situation in Syria. The EU recalls that the Syrian authorities are responsible for ensuring the security and safety of the Mission. The European Union is ready to provide the needed support to guarantee the success of the Supervision Mission. The European Union welcomes the national pact and the common political vision for the transition in Syria issued following the Syrian opposition conference held under the auspices ofthe Arab League in Cairo on 2 and 3 July, and encourages all groups to continue engaging in that process.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The European Union deeply regrets that the Security Council was not able to agree to a draft resolution that would have endorsed the communique of the Action Group and foreseen measures to enforce compliance with the Annan plan under Article 41 of the Charter of the United Nations. The EU regrets that the Council has thus failed to uphold its responsibilities and to back the Joint Special Envoy's efforts. The European Union calls for united action by all members of the Security Council, including Russia and China, to add more robust and effective pressure and ensure that there will be serious consequences for continued non-compliance with the Council's previous decisions.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The EU recalls its full support for Joint United Nations-League of Arab States Special Envoy Kofi Annan's mission and for his six point plan, which must be implemented. It welcomes the outcome of the Action Group meeting held in Geneva on 30 June, in particular the call for the establishment of a transitional governing body with full executive powers made up of opposition and Government representatives and formed by mutual consent. The EU encourages Kofi Annan to continue working on the implementation of that transition plan and urges all parties to support those efforts.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816Resumption1 (2012) · source
“It is appalled by the horrific killings in the village of Tremseh on 12 July. The Union calls for an immediate international independent investigation. The EU urges the Syrian regime to end immediately the killing of civilians, withdraw the Syrian army from besieged towns and cities and allow for a peaceful transition, for the sake of the country. International humanitarian law must be respected by all. The European Union is deeply concerned about the recent intensification of violence, including in Damascus, which demonstrates the urgent need for a political transition that meets the democratic aspirations ofthe Syrian people and bring back stability in Syria. The European Union remains committed to the sovereignty, independence, national unity and territorial integrity of Syria.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The European Union expresses its solidarity with the Bulgarian and Israeli people and its deepest sympathy with the families of the victims and all affected as a consequence of that appalling act of violence. The European Union reiterates its strong and unequivocal condemnation of all forms and acts of terrorism, irrespective of origin, cause or motive, as well as its unwavering commitment to the fight against terrorism. The European Union remains deeply concerned by the deteriorating situation in Syria. The European Union strongly condemns the ever increasing use of force by the regime, including the use of heavy artillery and shelling against populated areas, in blatant violation of its obligations under the Annan plan and resolutions 2042 (2012) and 2043 (2012).”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Mr. Mayr-Harting: I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU). The acceding country Croatia; the candidate countries the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia and Montenegro; the countries of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidates Albania and Bosnia and Herzegovina; as well as Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova, align themselves with this statement. Let me begin by thanking the Special Coordinator for the briefing he provided to the Council today. The European Union strongly condemns the deadly terrorist attack on abus carrying Israeli citizens that took place in Bulgaria on 18 July. Those responsible for that horrible and barbaric act of terrorism, which claimed the lives of Israeli and Bulgarian civilians, should be prosecuted and brought to justice.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The aim of our overall strategy in Afghanistan remains clear: to support Afghanistan on its path towards becoming a more peaceful, democratic and prosperous society.”
2012-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6793 (2012) · source
“Let me underline that that is an issue that we take very seriously. In conclusion, the outcomes of the conferences will structure the international long-term engagement in Afghanistan beyond the end of the transition through the transformation decade, as agreed to in Bonn last year. As we move beyond transition, the United Nations has an essential role to play. UNAMA should have the resources and the political support needed to assume that role. Its work will be of key importance in supporting the preparations for the upcoming elections, in monitoring the human rights and humanitarian situation, and in making such coordination bodies as the Joint Coordination and Monitoring Board work more effectively.”
2012-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6793 (2012) · source
“The European Union will press for a better coordination of donor support and a better alignment between the Afghan Government and donors on priorities. We will also actively promote a better use ofinternational mechanisms, all, of course, in close coordination with the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). Finally, it is essential that all resources made available be transparently and accountably managed. With regard to the latter, we are pleased to note that the United Nations Development Programme reacted promptly to the alleged accusations of mismanagement at the Law and Order Trust Fund by launching a full investigation. We await the conclusions of that investigation, the outcome of which will be important as regards our envisaged financial support for the Afghan National Police.”
2012-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6793 (2012) · source
“Secondly, further progress on the management of public finances - in particular the implementation of the International Monetary Fund recommendations - is required. Thirdly, domestic revenue collection needs to be increased through the development of more efficient, transparent and accountable customs and tax systems. Fourthly, guaranteed respect for human rights, in particular of women and children, including the support of an independent and active civil society, must be ensured. Fifthly, there must be reform of the justice sector to promote the rule of law. Without tangible progress in those five areas, it will be difficult for donors to maintain their support to the Government of Afghanistan. Donors also need to make good on their commitments.”
2012-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6793 (2012) · source
“Acknowledging that regional initiatives must be regionally owned and led, the EU stands ready to support such measures. The European Union has considerable experience and knowledge on how to advance regional cooperation. The upcoming Tokyo conference will provide an excellent opportunity for the Afghan Government to set out its development strategy for the country. The European Union is ready to make an enhanced contribution to support for Afghanistan. However, that must be in the context of the Afghan Government fulfilling the commitments of the Kabul and Bonn conferences, as well as those in the mutual accountability framework, to be agreed in Tokyo. Inter alia, that means, first of all, the peaceful transfer of power in 2014 as a result of inclusive, credible and transparent presidential and parliamentary elections.”
2012-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6793 (2012) · source
“At that Summit, the European Union stressed the importance ofthe Afghan National Police refocusing on civilian policing and on supporting the rule of law. Fair and impartial policing is essential ifjustice and human rights, especially those of women and children, are to be promoted. We therefore announce that the European Union is happy to increase its police funding by 20 per cent from the EU budget over the period 2011-2013, and also that the EU plans to make an enhanced contribution post-2014. The recent ministerial conference in Kabul highlighted the important role that the countries of the region must play in supporting conflict resolution, better security and development in Afghanistan. We therefore welcome the agreement reached in Kabul on confidence-building measures to further regional cooperation.”
2012-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6793 (2012) · source
“It is important that the international community take a holistic view of its post-2014 engagement in Afghanistan, given the correlation between security and long-term development. The recent conferences held in Chicago and Kabul have been instrumental in that regard. They have refined and further developed the relationship between the international community and the Afghan Government. In the same vein, the upcoming Tokyo conference should focus on reviewing and renewing mutual commitments by the international community and the Afghan Government. I will briefly touch on the topics addressed at both conferences and then look ahead to Tokyo. The NATO Summit in Chicago laid out plans for sustaining and developing the Afghan National Security Forces.”
2012-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6793 (2012) · source
“Mr. Mayr-Harting: I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU). The acceding country Croatia; the candidate countries the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Montenegro, Iceland and Serbia; the country of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidate Bosnia and Herzegovina; the European Free Trade Association country Norway, member of the European Economic Area; as well as Ukraine and Armenia, align themselves with this statement. Like others, I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his comprehensive report (S/2012/462) and Under-Secretary-General Ladsous for his important briefing. I also thank the Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and Ambassador Tanin for their statements.”
2012-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6793 (2012) · source
“We have therefore focused on contributing to enhancing the capabilities of host nations to build and maintain their own capacities. Activities in that regard should seek to support the establishment of an environment in which all persons, institutions and entities are held to account, according to laws and procedures that are consistent with international human rights law and standards and applicable international humanitarian law. We advocate the active participation of all States in the ongoing endeavours by the International Committee of the Red Cross, as mandated by the thirty-first Red Cross Conference, to strengthen compliance with international humanitarian law.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“We must ensure that shortfalls in equipment, such as in helicopters, are dealt with and that missions are properly resourced, with due priority given to civilian protection activities. The success of a peacekeeping mission is often judged by its ability to protect civilians. The protection of civilians by the United Nations peacekeeping missions mandated to do so is thus central to the legitimacy and credibility of the United Nations system. That also requires effective interaction between protection-mandated missions and humanitarian organizations undertaking complementary protection activities. At the same time, the host country continues to bear the primary responsibility for protecting its civilian population.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Challenges to the implementation of those protection mandates often relate to establishing effective early-warning mechanisms, ensuring the provision of adequate human and logistical resources to monitor, prevent and respond to incidents, and building the capacity of the host States to ensure that they are also increasingly able to fulfil their primary responsibility to protect civilians. We need to do more collectively to ensure that missions are put in a position where they can carry out their protection mandates. We welcome the establishment of protection-of-civilians training modules to better prepare peacekeepers for that task. In order to make progress, it is up to Member States to ensure that their peacekeepers receive proper training before deployment.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Regarding other encouraging developments, the upcoming United Nations Conference on the Arms Trade Treaty will provide us with an opportunity to address the arms trade and availability and misuse of weapons. Furthermore, we welcome the fact that the need for improved recording of casualties is gaining increasing attention. The African Union Mission in Somalia's commitment should be followed, as appropriate, by a more systematic approach to reinforcing capacities in that regard. The mandates of many peacekeeping missions currently include protection of civilians activities.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Strengthening accountability is an important element in enhancing compliance by the parties to armed conflict with their international obligations. National authorities have the primary responsibility to provide accountability for violations of international humanitarian and human rights law. Where national authorities fail to take the necessary steps to ensure accountability, the Security Council can, as appropriate, play a more proactive role. We see merit in the increased use of commissions of inquiry and fact-finding missions and the referral of relevant situations to the International Criminal Court. Where applicable and when appropriate, we encourage all parties to consider drawing on the services of the International Fact-Finding Commission established pursuant to Additional Protocol I to the Geneva Conventions.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“In Cote d'Ivoire, the Council authorized the United Nations Operation in C6te d'Ivoire to use all necessary means to carry out its mandate to protect civilians. In Libya, the Security Council acted upon its responsibility to protect civilians; the implementation of resolution 1973 (2011) was undertaken to prevent civilian deaths and injury and was fully in line with resolution itself and international humanitarian law. As the Secretary-General rightly points out in his report, there are fundamental differences between the concepts of protection of civilians in armed conflict and the responsibility to protect. Both are important and relevant, and it is necessary to enhance our collective understanding of both subjects and how they are related in their implementation.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source